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Chamber of Commerce Community Awards BY ERICA MELTON Best Renovation/Beautiﬁcation with nominees Vision Source-Liles Vision Clinic, Reﬂections Creative Arts Center, and Lottie-Da’s Salon & Spa; Best New Construction, with nominees The Cat Habitat at Humane Society of the Ouachitas, Christ Community Fellowship, and the Veteran’s Administration Clinic; and Business of the Year, with nominees Ouachita Regional Hospice, Mena Regional Health Systems, and Repops Automotive Reproductions. CONTINUED ON PAGE 5

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Mena School Superintendent Benny Weston met Thursday, February 22nd with city and county law enforcement ofﬁcials concerning a proposal for additional safety and security on the four Mena school campuses. Weston presented his request before the City Council at a special called meeting which included additional ofﬁcers to provide security at each of the four campuses. Mr. Weston stated, “This is an effort to reassure everyone that the Board of

Mena Downtown Projects Moving Forward BY CHRIS DANIEL • [PHOTO COURTESY OF MANDY PARKS PHOTOGRAPHY] The Mena Downtown Partners group recently met with representatives from the Arkansas Main Street program to discuss plans for Mena to join the program to help preserve the history of and promote downtown Mena. About two dozen people representing downtown businesses, civic and government leaders attended the meeting at American Artisans on Mena Street. Greg Phillips is the executive director of the program, which is part of the Arkansas Historic Preservation Program, and he told the Mena group that Mena’s application FULL STORY ON PAGE 2

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Union Bank of Mena Announces Promotions

SUBMITTED Philip Hensley, President & CEO, Union Bank of Mena has announced the promotion of several team members. Kevin Williams has been promoted to Chief Risk Ofﬁcer of Union Bank of Mena and Union Bankshares, Inc., the holding company for Union Bank of Mena and First National Bank at Paris. CONTINUED ON PAGE 3

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Chamber Welcomes Chris Thrailkill

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he Polk County Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce its newest Chamber Ambassador, Christopher Thrailkill. Chris is the son of Krystal and Judge Danny Thrailkill of Mena. He recently moved back to Mena from Fayetteville, and is the Client Advisor for Arvest Bank. Chamber Ambassadors are volunteer members of the Chamber who graciously donate their time to promote Chamber events and build member commitment within the community. The Chamber looks forward to building its volunteer base with more people like Chris. For more information on how to become an Ambassador, you can visit the Chamber’s website at: www.menapolkchamber. com.

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for membership in the program would be considered in April or May along with others that he expects to be submitted. The City of Mena has agreed to pay the dues for the first three years if Mena is accepted into the program. Susan Shaddox, who is an interior design consultant with Main Street Arkansas, shared some of the services she can provide to businesses, in addition to the other services outlined by Phillips. For additional information about the application process or the program, contact Rick Chrisman at 479394-1112.

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he Polk County Election Commission will meet Thursday March 8th at 1:00 p.m. in the basement of the Polk County Courthouse. The purpose of this meeting is to draw for ballot positions for the Preferential Primary, Non-Partisan Judicial and Annual School Election to be held Tuesday May 22, 2018. All meetings of the Polk County Election Commission are open to the public.

Williams, who has been with Union Bank for fourteen years, previously held the position of Senior Vice President of Finance and Risk Management. Prior to his career at Union Bank of Mena, Williams was a Senior Bank Examiner with the Arkansas State Banking Department. An alumnus of the Graduate School of Banking in Colorado Springs, Williams is currently a Mena Airport Commissioner and a member of the Mena Lions Club. Pilar Fowler has been promoted to Assistant Compliance / BSA Officer. Fowler, who has been with Union Bank for four years was most recently Accounting Officer, and prior to that, an Account Services Representative. Pilar serves on the Polk County Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors and is a member of the Polk County Rotary Club. Cassondra Gortemiller has been promoted to Accounting Clerk. Gortemiller was previously an Account Services Representative with Union Bank of Mena and has been with the bank for three years. Union Bank of Mena is a local, community bank founded in 1934 with assets of $252.5 million. The bank is owned by Union Bankshares, Inc. and has branches in Mena, Hatfield and Wickes. For more information contact Patty Young, 479-394-2211.

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Brandon Martin Announces Candidacy for Mayor of Mena SUBMITTED

randon Martin is announcing his candidacy for Mayor of Mena in the November general election. Martin is currently in his 20th year of law enforcement and his 4th year as Chief of Police. He brings to the position management skills in both business and municipal settings. I feel my 20 years of experience working in municipal government and as the department head of the police department gives me the experience needed to keep the city moving forward in a positive direction. Economic growth, Safety and security of the community, and providing services to the public will be top priority. I know the mayor’s position is more than a full time job, it’s a commitment and I’ll always put the people of Mena first as your voice at City Hall. Your vote and support will be greatly appreciated.

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im Neugent has filed for re-election to the Polk County Quorum Court, District 2. His years of financial experience make him an asset to the Quorum Court as he has served as chairman of the Budget and Finance Committee for the past several years. “The number one job of the Quorum Court is to manage the taxpayers money and I feel I have done so in a fair, conservative and honest manner over the years,” Neugent said. “As chairman of the Budget and Finance Committee, I have studied the budget each year and have suggested ways to cut spending in ways that have not hindered the operations but kept the offices running efficiently. “I want to thank the citizens of District 2 for the trust you have placed in me over the years and I look forward to serving you during the next term,” Neugent said.

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Education and the administration of Mena Public Schools is serious about the daily safety and security of our students, staff, and all who enter a school building. Through cooperation and collaboration with the Mena City Police, Polk County Sheriff’s Department, City Hall, Mayor McKee, and Mena City Council, we feel we will be able to provide an increased level of security in each of our four school buildings. We certainly hope that this assures the patrons and community of Mena Public Schools that the safety and security of all of those in attendance as well as those involved in the daily operation of our school district is of the utmost importance.”

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awana Gilbert has filed for re-election to the position of Justice of the Peace, District Eleven. Tawana has represented the citizens of district Eleven since 2009 and will continue to work to maintain fiscal responsibility in our county government and to improve Polk County infrastructure and facilities.

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The 2018 Chamber of Commerce Membership Appreciation Banquet will be held on April 5th at the Ouachita Center. Activities for the banquet will include a show by Maxwell Blade of Maxwell Blade Theatre of Magic, a silent auction, and of course, the Community Awards Presentation. The theme for this event is Black and White Walk Thru Time, with semi-formal cocktail attire, and Yonny Flores will provide sound and lighting. The tickets are on sale now, and going fast.

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Through the good times over the years, championship sports teams, generations of local families, nights spent at little league games, church on Sunday and high school graduations, and new babies and grandparents, Union Bank of Mena is proud of the hometown spirit that makes our communities a great place to live. And we’re proud that the relationships with our customers allow us to be flexible with their financial needs, from loans to online banking.

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EDWARD LEE DUNN

Memorial service for Edward Lee Dunn, 97 of Lawton will be at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 8, 2018 at Fort Sill National Cemetery, Elgin, Oklahoma with Rev. Stan Paggett, pastor of the Cyril Peace Lutheran Church officiating. Mr. Dunn passed away on Wednesday, February 28, 2018 in Lawton. Arrangements are under the direction of Lawton Ritter Gray Funeral Home. Edward was born on September 27, 1920 in Murray County, Georgia to John Lee and Kaydell (Mantooth) Dunn. He grew up in Murray County where he attended school. Ed married Anne Cobb in 1941 and they made Georgia their home. Edward was drafted into the United States Army and served in World War II. After the military, he and Anne continued to live in Georgia where he worked for an ice plant and a laundry and then began his career with Lockheed Air Craft, retiring after 30 years of dedicated service. They then moved to Lillian, Alabama

where they lived for many years, and then to Mena, Arkansas to be near their daughter. Mrs. Dunn passed away in 2012 and in 2014, Mr. Dunn moved to the Lawton Fort Sill Veterans Center in Lawton, Oklahoma. He was a free mason for 70 years and was given a 50 year pin from Dalton #105 in Georgia when he was 83 years old. He was also a 32 Degree Mason and a member of the York Rite. He was a member of the Nights Temple and finished his last few years as a Master Mason at the Dallas Lodge 128 in Mena, Arkansas, a member of Lodge 925 in Lillian, Alabama as well as being a member of YAARB Temple. He served as past president of the Optimist Club in Lillian, Alabama. He was also a Shriner. He is survived by his daughter and son in law, Joyce and Russell Westbrook, of Mena, Arkansas; his son, Larry Lee Dunn, of Acworth, Georgia; sister, Catherine Mary Burns, of Dalton, Georgia; five grandchildren, Jennifer Camperud, Charles Edward Wittges, Richard Hood, Christopher Dunn, and Micah Dunn; five great grandchildren, Jessica Felder, Ciline Wittges, Kimberly Chewning, Amberly Hood, and Heather Bailey; and 19 great great grandchildren, Claire Blanchett, Kinsley Harrison, Yehna Chewning, Isaiah Chewning,

Arsen Chewning, Alvin Chewning, Yoona Chewning, Sauhna Chewning, Kaylei Bailey, Kaegan Bailey, Cierra Whitington, MJ Dunn, Grant Dunn, Lane Dunn, Tate Dunn, Riley Dunn, Kyan Dunn, Caiteyn Dunn, and Sawyer Dunn. He was preceded in death by his parents, John Lee and Kaydell Dunn; his loving wife of 72 years, Anne Dunn; his daughter, Nina Marie Dunn; two brothers, Bradford Dunn and Talmadge Dunn; and two sisters, Ginny Jones and Ruth Dalton.

JIMMY CARL CURRY Jimmy Carl Curry age 69, of Mena, Arkansas passed away Tuesday, February 27, 2018 in Mena. Jimmy was born on September 15, 1948 in Mena, Arkansas to Carl Curry and Pauline Wolfenberger Curry. He was a painter in the Automotive and Aircraft Industry. One of his favorite hobbies was stock car racing, in which he participated. Jimmy was a loving father, grandfather, brother, and friend to all who knew him. He will be dearly missed. He is survived by his son Patrick Curry and wife Kellie of Spring, Texas, a Daughter, Amanda Tolbert and husband Chris of Ft. Smith, Arkansas. Grandchildren, Brandon,

Cadon, and Hunter Curry. Mother, Pauline Curry, brothers Dewayne Curry and wife Perri, Freddy Curry and wife Normie. Nieces, Amy Harrison, Ashley Chumley, Jordan Robinson, Miranda Caldwell, Melissa Tarkinton and Ashton Curry. Nephews, Mike Tarkinton and Greg Tarkinton. A great-niece, Autumn Chumley. Special thank-you to his best friend, Mike Campbell. A host of other family and friends He was preceded in death by his father, Carl Curry, a sister Linda Tarkinton and husband Boyd and nephew Tony Curry. Mr. Curry was sent for cremation under the direction of the Beasley Wood Funeral Home of Mena.

MICHAEL TERENCE HOBAN Michael Terence Hoban, age 59, of Pine Ridge, Arkansas died Thursday, March 1, 2018 at his family home. He was born on Wednesday, July 2, 1958 to John Francis and Bernice Evelyn Trinko Hoban in Oak Park, Illinois. Michael was a friend to all and was a generous person to all that needed his help. Michael was an outdoorsman who loved going fishing and reading. He loved spending time with his family and friends. Michael en-

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joyed watching all sports but his favorite was his Chicago Cubs. Michael was a member of the St. Agnes Catholic Church in Mena. Michael was a loving brother, uncle and a great friend who will be missed by all who knew him. He is preceded in death by his parents. Michael is survived by his three brothers and sisters in law, John and Jean Hoban of Lamar, Arkansas, Patrick and Donna Hoban of Joliet, Illinois and Thomas Hoban of Joliet, Illinois; two sisters and brothers in law, MaryJo and James Thieme of Villa Park, Illinois and Collene and Thomas Noltle of Joliet, Illinois; many nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends. A funeral mass was held Monday, March 5, 2018 at 10:00 A.M. at the St. Agnes Catholic Church in Mena with Father Joseph Shantirag as celebrant. Interment was at Cherry Hill Cemetery with services entrusted to Bowser Family Funeral Home in Mena. Visitation was held Sunday, March 4, 2018 from 6-8 P.M. with a Rosary service starting at 7:00 P.M. at the Bowser Family Funeral Home in Mena. Pallbearers are Michael Thieme, John Thieme, James Thieme, Patrick Nolte, Robert Nolte, Thomas Hoban and Anthony Hoban.

ROBERT DALE WOLFE Robert Dale Wolfe age 85, of Mena, Arkansas passed away Sunday, March 4, 2018 in Mena. Robert was born on August 23, 1932 in Ottawa, Illinois to the late James Wolfe and Myra LaSalle Wolfe. He was married to Phyllis Ann Wolfe. Robert was the owner and operator of Il Primo-Chicago Pizza restaurants by profession. Being a history buff, he enjoyed reading stories on war. Robert also liked to watch boxing and was an avid fan of Chicago Bulls and Bears. He enjoyed lifting weights and body building. One thing he was

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most proud of, was being saved and baptized along with his grandson, Jim at First Baptist Church in Hatfield while Brother Brad Justice was pastor. Robert enjoyed making pizzas, which everyone always enjoyed. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle and a friend to many. He will be dearly missed by all. He is survived by wife Phyllis Ann Wolfe of Mena, Arkansas, sons Robert Dale Wolfe, Jr. of Phoenix, Arizona, Richard Wolfe of Phoenix, Arizona, daughter, Jennifer Wolfe of Chicago, Illinois. Grandchildren, James K. Wolfe of New Boston, Texas, Heidi Wolfe of Galesburg, Illinois, Angela Morris of Galesburg, Illinois, Eric Wolfe of Galesburg, Illinois, William Wolfe of Galesburg, Illinois, Julianna Wolfe of Chicago, Illinois, Katie Wolfe of Galesburg, Illinois. Niece, JoAnn Jense, and Nine great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Myra Wolfe and son Sidney James Wolfe, daughter, Cynthia Wolfe, brother, James Wolfe and a sister, JoAnn Wolfe. Graveside services with military honors will be Wednesday, March 7, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. at Pinecrest Memorial Park with Brother Roger Bishop officiating under the direction of the Beasley Wood Funeral Home of Mena. Visitation will be Tuesday, March 6, 2018 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Beasley Wood. Pallbearers was held Charlie Brown, Dana Kinsey, Brother Bernie Boyd, Derrick Maechlar, Jim Sickler and James K. Wolfe.

S.I. (PETE) BREWER S. I. (Pete) Brewer age 93, of Hatfield, Arkansas passed away Saturday, March 3, 2018 at St. Vincents Hospital in Hot Springs, Arkansas. Pete was born in Montgomery County on October 10, 1924 to Joe and Mary Brewer. He built houses for many years in Dallas, Texas and was a foster parent, Church Deacon, Sunday school and a youth leader. Pete had a love for God, his wife and family, his church and church family. He loved giving his talents and labors to last for years in his beautiful buildings for others to worship and praise. Pete was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, uncle and friend to all who knew him. He will be dearly missed. He is survived by his wife Elizabeth (Betty) Brewer of Hatfield, Arkansas. Daughters: Mary Murphy of Terrell, Texas, Patty Taylor and husband Walter of Dallas, Texas, Suzanna Savoi of Dallas, Texas, Michelle Beaty of Hatfield, Arkansas Grandchildren, Tammy Williams of Kaufman, Texas, Amy Fisher and husband Keith of Kaufman, Texas, Ashley

Murphy of Forney, Texas, John Head of Tulsa, Oklahoma, Shannell Fairless of Hatfield, Arkansas, Mikale McBroom of Gillham, Arkansas; several great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Mary Brewer, and sons, Jimmy Brewer, and Sammy Brewer. Funeral service will be Wednesday, March 7, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. at the First Baptist Church in Cove, Arkansas with Brother Ron Ladd officiating. Interment will follow in the Six Mile Cemetery under the direction of the Beasley Wood Funeral Home of Mena. Pallbearers will be Gerald Brewer, Paul Arcenaux, John Head, Sammy Davidson, Troy McBroom, and Ala Brown. Honorary pallbearer will be Eudell Head. In lieu of flowers the family is asking to make donations to Arkansas Hospice Organization.

MITCHELL GEORGE POSEL, SR. Mitchell George Posel Sr., age 74, of Cherry Hill, died Wednesday, February 28, 2018 at his home. He was born on Saturday, November 27, 1943 to Mitchell and Stella Maximovich Posel in Santiago, Pennsylvania. Mitchell was an outdoorsman who loved working on his farm, being an all around handyman and fishing. Mitchell was a semi-pro bass fisherman and won several tournaments. He loved spending time with his family and friends. Mitchell worked 30 years for American Airlines and he served as a steward for TWU in Grapevine, Texas. He retired to Cherry Hill in 2003 where he enjoyed working on his farm and playing on his tractor. He was a member of the St. Agnes Catholic Church in Mena. Mitchell was a loving husband, father, grandfather, uncle and a great friend who will be missed by all who knew him. He is preceded in death by his parents; his two brothers, Ray Posel and Al “Chunnie” Posel . Mitchell is survived by his wife, Dorothy Posel of Cherry Hill, his son and daughter in law, Mitchell Jr. and Jessica Posel of Plano, Texas; his daughter and son in law, Steffi and Joe Parkerson of Roanoke, Texas; three grandchildren, Siena Parkerson and Jake Parkerson both of Roanoke, Texas and Mitchell Posel III of Plano, Texas; several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends. A memorial mass will be held at a later date at St. Agnes Catholic Church in Mena, Arkansas. Cremation services are entrusted to Bowser Family Funeral Home in Mena. Online Guestbook: www.bowserffh.com

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Lucinda Lemus Escobar, age 92, of Mena, Arkansas, died Sunday, March 4, 2018 at the Mena Regional Health System surrounded by her loving family. She was born on Wednesday, October 28, 1925 to Hubense Arriaga and Apolinaria Lemus in Choloma, Honduras. ‘Ms. Lucy’, as she was known by most all of Mena, was a very hard working, faithful lady who would help anyone in need; with family being her top priority in life. She loved her family without fail. Ms. Lucy loved to watch The Price is Right in the mornings and The Wheel of Fortune in the evenings. In between the two she would work her word search puzzles and watch her favorite professional soccer team - Real Madrid. Ms. Lucy worked at many places, from Honduras to Chicago to Mena; her most memorable being at the Acorn School System as a custodian and informal elementary Spanish teacher, retiring after 14 years. She was also an excellent seamstress, making many beautiful wedding and formal dresses, all of them one of a kind. Ms. Lucy was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend and will be greatly missed by all who knew her. She was preceded in death by her mother and father; her son, Luis Escobar; and beloved son in law, Victor Zemaitis. Ms. Lucy is survived by her sons and daughter in law, Charlie Escobar of Mena, Albert and Mary Escobar of Mena, and Martin Escobar of Mena; her daughter, Leticia Zemaitis of Houston, Texas; her sister, Florinda Brassfield of Mena; nine grandchildren, Luis Escobar of Oak Grove, Illinois, Lucy Lee Escobar of Nunley, Charlie Escobar Jr. of Mena, Jessica Sanchez of Mena, Amanda Swope of Fayetteville, Arkansas, George Escobar Jr. of Texarkana, Alex Escobar of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Jeff Zemaitis of Houston, Texas, and Erica Brown of Fort Lauderdale, Florida; eleven great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be Thursday, March 8, 2018 at 2:00 P.M. at the Bowser Family Funeral Home Chapel in Mena with Deacon Justin Swope and Brother Mark Lyle officiating. Interment will follow at the Pinecrest Memorial Park in Mena. Visitation will be Wednesday, March 7, 2018 from 6:00 - 8:00 P.M. at the Bowser Family Funeral Home Chapel in Mena. Pallbearers will be Charlie Escobar Jr., George Escobar Jr., Jeff Zemaitis, Trey Escobar, Daniel Sanchez and Vinnie Delmastro.

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MHS Bearcat Chorus, Spotlight Singers Earn Superior Ratings

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he Mena High School Bearcat Chorus and Spotlight Singers participated in Region 3 Choral Performance Assessment on Thursday, February 22. The event was held at Ouachita Baptist University in Arkadelphia. The assessment requires singing three prepared pieces of music, one of which must be a cappella, in front of three judges. After performance of the prepared pieces, each choir must sight read a piece of music for adjudication. The Bearcat Chorus earned a composite Division I Superior rating for their prepared pieces and a Division II Excellent rating for sight reading. Their superior scores qualified the chorus to compete at state choral performance assessment for the first time ever. The Spotlight Singers earned three Division I Superior ratings for their prepared pieces and a Division I Superior in sight reading. The ensemble received a perfect score from one judge on their prepared music. The Spotlight Singers also qualified to compete at state choral performance assessment which will be at UCA in Conway on April 12. The Bearcat Chorus and Spotlight Singers are directed by Ferroll “Tammy” Taylor. Melanie Musick served as accompanist.

Ready Set Go to High School, College & Careers Family Night for MMS M ena Middle School 8th graders and their families as well as any 8th grade student in the community are invited to Ready Set Go to High School, College and Careers Family Night on Thursday, March 8, at 6 P.M. in U of A Rich Mountain Student Center. This evening is hosted by Mena Middle School Family Engagement Organization and U of A Rich Mountain. Families are encouraged to come learn more about the Mena High School Career Action Planning process as well as concurrent credit classes, Education Talent Search, Upward Bound, and much more. This informational evening is a free to all and there will be door prizes and refreshments.

MARCH 12-16 2018 MONDAY COSSATOT RIVER SCHOOLS: BREAKFAST: Variety cereal, graham crackers, wafﬂe w/ syrup, fruit, gogurt, juice, milk. LUNCH: ELEMENTARY: Chicken crispito, chicken fajitas, spanish rice, pinto beans, fruit, salad bar, milk. HIGH SCHOOL: Chicken crispito, chicken fajitas, pizza, spanish rice, pinto beans, fruit, salad bar, milk. MENA PUBLIC SCHOOLS: BREAKFAST: Egg/ cheese fundle, assorted cereal, string cheese, animal crackers, diced pears, grape juice, milk. LUNCH: ELEMENTARY: Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes, chicken sandwich, french fries, ham chef salad, sun butter & jelly sandwich. MIDDLE SCHOOL: Popcorn chicken, hamburger/cheeseburger, turkey/ham sub sandwich, ham chef salad, pepperoni or cheese pizza. HIGH SCHOOL: Popcorn chicken, chicken tenders, corn dog, hamburger, ham chef salad, pepperoni, cheese, or cheeseburger pizza. TUESDAY COSSATOT RIVER SCHOOLS: BREAKFAST: Variety cereal, graham crackers, chicken biscuit, fruit, gogurt, juice, milk. LUNCH: ELEMENTARY: Grilled chicken wrap, pizza, brown rice, baked beans, fruit, salad bar, milk. HIGH SCHOOL: Grilled chicken wrap, beef tips w/ brown gravy, pizza, brown rice, baked beans, fruit, salad bar, milk. MENA PUBLIC SCHOOLS: BREAKFAST: Sausage pancake on stick, assorted cereal, string cheese, animal crackers, mixed fruit blend juice, milk. LUNCH: ELEMENTARY: Rotini w/ meat sauce, breadstick, green beans, cheeseburger, ham & turkey cobb salad, sun butter & jelly sandwich. MIDDLE SCHOOL: Rotini w/ meat sauce, chicken sandwich, bacon cheeseburger, turkey sub/chicken salad sandwich, ham & turkey cobb salad, pepperoni or cheese pizza. HIGH SCHOOL: Rotini w/ meat sauce, chicken sandwich, bacon grilled cheese, ham/turkey sandwich, ham & turkey cobb salad, pepperoni, cheese or meatlovers pizza. WEDNESDAY COSSATOT RIVER SCHOOLS: BREAKFAST: Variety cereal, graham crackers, mini powdered donuts, fruit, gogurt, juice, milk. LUNCH: ELEMENTARY: Chicken fajita sub, chicken strips, wheat roll, corn, fruit, salad bar, milk. HIGH SCHOOL: Chicken fajita sub, chicken strips, pizza, wheat roll, corn, fruit, salad bar, milk. MENA PUBLIC SCHOOLS: BREAKFAST: Chocolate donut, assorted cereal, string cheese, animal crackers, applesauce, orange juice, milk. LUNCH: ELEMENTARY: Baked potato w/ broccoli & cheese, chicken tenders, hot roll, turkey chef salad, sun butter & jelly sandwich. MIDDLE SCHOOL: Chicken tenders, hamburger/cheeseburger, turkey chef salad, ham or turkey sub, pepperoni or cheese pizza. HIGH SCHOOL: Chicken tenders, cheeseburger, turkey chef salad, ham/turkey cobb salad, pepperoni, cheese, or sausage pizza. THURSDAY COSSATOT RIVER SCHOOLS: BREAKFAST: Variety cereal, graham crackers, egg & cheese bagel, fruit, gogurt, juice, milk. LUNCH: ELEMENTARY: Spaghetti w/ meat sauce, hot dog, breadstick, peas & carrots, fruit, salad bar, milk. HIGH SCHOOL: Spaghetti w/ meat sauce, hot dog, pizza, breadstick, peas & carrots, fruit, salad bar, milk. MENA PUBLIC SCHOOLS: BREAKFAST: Chicken biscuit, assorted cereal, string cheese, animal crackers, banana, cherry star juice, milk. LUNCH: ELEMENTARY: Grilled cheese sandwich, hot dog, baked beans, celery sticks, popcorn chicken salad, sun butter & jelly sandwich, chicken. MIDDLE SCHOOL: Beef taco mac & cheese, chicken sandwich, ﬁsh sandwich, ham sub/chicken salad sandwich, popcorn chicken salad, pepperoni/cheese pizza. HIGH SCHOOL: Beef taco mac & cheese, BBQ rib, meatball pizza sub, ham or turkey sandwich, pepperoni, cheese, or ranch club pizza. FRIDAY COSSATOT RIVER SCHOOLS: NO SCHOOL. MENA PUBLIC SCHOOLS: BREAKFAST: Breakfast pizza, assorted cereal, poptart, string cheese, animal crackers, diced peaches, apple juice, milk. LUNCH: ELEMENTARY: Pepperoni pizza, corn dog, steamed broccoli, baby carrots, ham pizza salad, sun butter & jelly sandwich. MIDDLE SCHOOL: Gen Tso chicken/rice, hamburger/cheeseburger, chicken tenders, ham or turkey sub, ham pizza salad, pepperoni or cheese pizza. HIGH SCHOOL: Gen Tso chicken/rice, pizza burger, chicken tenders, ham or turkey sandwich, ham pizza salad, pepperoni, cheese or Mexican pizza. This weekly info proudly sponsored by:

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ast Friday night, March 2nd, the Mena Bearcats baseball team hosted the Bauxite Miners for their home and season opener at Union Bank Field. Kyndon Schuller started the night on the mound for the Bearcats. The first pitch of the season for Mena was a ball outside to the Miners. The first batter for Bauxite went on to walk on five pitches. After two steals and another walk, the Miners had runners on the corners with three hole hitter at the plate. Schuller recorded his first out, on a groundout to third base, giving up one run. The next batter for the Miners flied out to right fielder Brycen Aynes, but batted in another run on a tag up. The fifth and final batter for Bauxite in the first inning grounded out to second base, as Schuller escaped the inning giving up only two runs. After a strikeout to lead off the bottom of the first by Schuller, Brown singled on a liner to right center, giving the Bearcats their first base runner of the season. After a fly out to right field, and a check swing strikeout, Mena was able to score no runs, leaving the score at 2-0 after one complete inning. Three batters into the top of the second, Schuller gave up a single and two walks, to load the bases with no outs. Schuller then struck out the fourth batter of the inning on three batters. The next batter, number twenty, flew out to left center field, scoring another run on a tag up. Schuller then walked the next batter, to again load the bases, but was able to get out of the jam, thanks to a slick catch by second baseman Colton Sawyer. Two pitches into the bottom of the second inning, Colton Sawyer hit a line drive single into right field. Blake Castor was then called out on strikes, after seeing five pitches. With one out and a runner on third, Brycen Aynes was hit by a pitch, to put runners at the corners. One pitch later, Aynes was thrown out trying to steal second base. With two outs, TJ Kizer walked, but the Bearcats threat to score was ended on a strikeout by Chandler Fretz. Making the score 3-0 after two full innings. Ian Martin stepped on the mound for Mena to start the third inning. After a seven pitch single and a hit by pitch, a mishandled bouncer to third baseman Mason Broth-

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Lady Tigers & Tigers Wrap Up Impressive Basketball Season BY EASTON LEONARD â&#x20AC;˘ eastonsports@yahoo.com

ast Wednesday, February 28th, the Acorn senior girls and senior boys basketball team competed in the second round of the 1A State Basketball Tournament at Morrilton, after first round byes. Both teams, coincidentally, took on the Mount Vernon-Enola Warhawks and Lady Warhawks. In the girls game, after a close knit first quarter, decided by over five points, Mount Vernon-Enola went on to outscore the Lady Tigers by nine in the second, 22-13, to take a fourteen point, 35-21, lead into halftime. In a similar second half, the Lady January 6, 2016 Warhawks outscored Acorn 38-28, to win the game by twenty-four, 73-49. The Lady Tigers finish their season with a record of 27-8. Congratulations to Coach Jackson, seniors: Faith Hill and Tori Barrett, and the rest of the Acorn Lady Tigers on a great season. In the following game, the Acorn senior boys took on Mount Vernon-Enola. The Tigers look a four point lead going into the second, 14-10, and after an even scored second quarter, at eighteen points a piece, Acorn contained their lead into halftime, 32-28. Acorn just narrowly held onto their lead in the third, as the Warhawks outscored the Tigers 19-16, to make the score 48-47 going into the fourth. In an unpleasant fourth quarter, Mount Vernon-Enola outscored the Tigers 29-11, to go onto win the game by seventeen, 76-59. The Tigers finish their season with a 22-13 record. Congratulations to Coach Ledbetter, seniors: Cross Hughes and Dylan Hayner, and the remaining Acorn Tigers on a successful season. Both the Lady Tigers and Tigers were crowned District and Regionals Runner-Ups earlier in the season.

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erton, scored a run for the Miners, and put a runner at first and second with no outs. Following a pop out to first base, the Bearcats were able to get another out after a Miner tried to steal home on a passed ball. After a walk and another mishandled grounder at third, Mena was able to get out of the inning on a fly out to right field, allowing only two runs, to make the score 5-0 Bauxite. To lead off the bottom of the third, pitcher Ian Martin singled on a line drive right up the middle of the field. CJ Brown then did the same, putting runners at first and second with no outs for Mena. The next batter, Sam Efird, then grounded into a fielders choice, to put runners at the corners with one down. Mason Brotherton then lined a hanging curveball into centerfield, to score the Bearcats first run of the season. Mena was unable to score another run in the inning, to make the score 5-1 after three complete. Martin came out for his second inning of work in the top of the fourth. After walking the first two batters, the Miners lined a single into right field to score another and put the runners at second and third with no outs. The next Miner to bat hit a grounder to short, but reached first base, scoring another Bauxite run, to make the score 7-1 with no outs and runner at first and third. The Miners went on to score five more runs in the top of the fourth, to extend their lead to 12-1. In the bottom of the fourth, Castor struck out, Aynes struck out, and Kizer grounded out to the first baseman, to keep the Miners eleven point lead in tact after four complete innings. Colton Sawyer remained in the game for the top of the fifth, after pitching to two batters in the top of the fourth. Sawyer got the first batter to groundout to second, the second batter to groundout to shortstop, and the fourth batter of the inning to groundout to third base, to hold Bauxite scoreless in that half of the inning. In the bottom of the fifth, Fretz struck out after five pitches, McConnel struck out on three pitches, and Brown grounded out to the pitchers after two pitches, to end the game, with the final score 12-1 Bauxite. Also on Friday night, the Mena Ladycats softball team took on DeQueen and lost by sixteen,18-2. This Monday, March 5th, the Bearcats and Ladycats hosted Genoa Central. On Tuesday, March 6th, the Ladycats took on Cossatot River, and on Friday, March 9th, both the Bearcats and Ladycats will travel to Fouke.

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The 10 Lost Tribes

By Harry Golden Isaiah, the prophet, wrote that the remnant of Yawheh’s people would be found in the “isles of the sea.” Isn’t it reasonable this remnant may be the people of the British Isles? Grant me the possibility and I shall proceed to unravel the great archaeological riddle of the ages: what happened to the ten lost tribes? The men of Dan escaped slaughter when Shalmanaser subjugated the ten tribes. As they made their way across Europe, they left indelible evidence of their journey. They called the places they stopped after the name of their tribe: thus Danube, Dnieper, Denmark, etc., all of which lay along their route of march. The men of Dan eventually settled in Ireland and were known as Tuatha de Daanana None of this is imaginary research. One has only to dip into the work of the eminent Rabbi S. Raisin to see how well documented and probable this hypothesis is. Along with the Danites, the other coastal tribes, the Asher, Manasseh, Ephraim, and Simeon, escaped Shalmanaser’s fury. Obviously, the Simeonites became the Simoni (or Cimerii) of Wales. The Danites called thier new home arzaret, which means “another Land of Israel” and gradually they also came to call themselves Gauls which is a metamorphosis of the word “Golim” meaning exiles. Some of them called themselves Saccae which derives from

Succotites and means “dwellers in booths.” These were the fellows who emigrated to the next island and came to call themselves Scotsmen for all “Scotch” means, as any student of AngloSaxon know, is “Irisher.” Others from Ireland emigrated to Wales and the folk ethos remained strongest here. David remained their favorite name and became their patron saint, although they forgot their Hebrew for as Isaiah said. “For with stammering lips and with a strange tongue shall it be spoken to the people.” Returning once again to the Old Testament for more verification, we see that when Zedekiah, the last ruler of Judea was carried off into captivity by Nebuchadnessar, his daughter, Tea Tophi found refuge under the guardianship of Jeremiah. Jeremiah also saved her royal escutcheon, the harp, and the Wonderful Stone, the fountain stone of the temple of Mount Zion. When Tea Tophi married Heremon, the ruler of the Danites, the Lion of Judah was united with the Unicorn of Joseph a characteristic of all English heraldry. Last but not least, consider that the word “Britain” may well be a corruption of the Hebrew “Brith-am” meaning the “people of the Covenant.” What do I mean by all this? Simple. The Presbyterians, Baptists, Methodists, Episcopalians, and the Irish Catholics are really my cousins - all right, so it’s a few times removed. All of us knew it all along. Ad paid for by Harold and Sharon Christopher.

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Carolyn and Kaspar McLeod, of Cove, are the proud parents of a baby boy born on February 24th. Kaela and Tate Mendoza, of Mena, are the proud parents of a baby boy born on February 27th Sadie Potter and Ethan Peters, of Mena, are the proud parents of a baby girl born on February 27th. Nicole and Ronald Medford, of Mena, are the proud parents of a baby girl born on February 27th

Family-Friendly Ideas for Getting Out and About This Spring STATEPOINT

pring is the best time of year to get outdoors and spend some quality time with the family. Here are three ideas to shake off winter’s cabin fever and the most of the season. Take a Hike: Visit a state or national park and hit the hiking trails. Most parks have a variety of trails of varying difficulty and length. From Glacier National Park in the west to Arabia Mountain National Heritage Area in the east, check out options that offer nature and wildlife areas, hiking trails, parks and family fun. If hiking, do your research and select a route that’s right for your group, pack some snacks and sandwiches before hitting the trail. Just be sure to stay hydrated, wear good footwear, and apply sunscreen and bug spray. As the weather warms, you’ll want to take these important precautions. To reward your efforts, plan a fun ice cream excursion for the way home. Community Events: Whether you stay local or travel afar, many local communities offer music, food and fun-filled spring events and outdoor festivals. How about an epic road trip to Brookhaven, GA? The city hosts their annual Brookhaven Cherry Blossom Festival each spring attracting over 15,000 people from across the country. The festival makes for a great girlfriends’ getaway, guys’ trip or family adventure. And, pets are welcome too! “This music and art extravaganza is our marquee event of the year, and we hope to kick off the Atlanta-area festival season in style,” says Brookhaven Mayor, John Ernst. The totally free event takes place at Blackburn Park on March 24-25 and features something for all age groups, including great food, an arts and crafts festival, a classic car show, a 5k road race, a dog show, a Kidz Zone, and big-name musical acts, like country music stars Craig Morgan and Keith Anderson, as well the LA-based indie rock band, Transviolet, and the rock act, Hannah Wicklund & The Steppin Stones. For more information about the 2018 Brookhaven Cherry Blossom Festival, visit brookcherryfest.org, Enjoy Your Own Backyard: Kick off the backyard season by firing up the grill and playing lawn games, like horseshoes, croquet, and bean bag toss. Create a warm-weather playlist to set the party mood and ask friends and neighbors over and turn it into a potluck. After a long winter, welcome spring with fun outdoor activities at home and out in the community that the whole family can enjoy.

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Thursday 3/8 • 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Humane Society of the Ouachitas is open at 366 Polk Road 50. • 10:30 a.m. – Gator & Friends will be performing at The Mena Senior Center. • 11:30 a.m. – Rotary Club of Mena/Polk County will meet at Papa’s Mexican Café. Contact Sue Cavner at 234-5844 or Linda Rowe at 234-2575 for more info. • 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. - The Cove Branch of the Polk County Library is open. • 12:00 p.m. – The Mena Lioness Lions meet at the Limetree Restaurant. • 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. - The Sonlighters in Action Card Shop will be open at 3665 Highway 8 West, one mile from Louise Durham. • 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. – Salvation Army Family Store helps families with utilities. • 1:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. – The First Assembly of God distributes food at 2111 Sutherland or call 394-1229. • 5:00 p.m. - 9th Street Ministries will have a free dinner and fellowship in the 9th Street Ministries building. • 5:30 p.m. – Weight Watchers meets at Dallas Avenue Baptist Church Family Life Center. Call 479-234-2297 for more information. • 5:30 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous Women’s Meeting at the ABC Club across from Chopping Block, 1159 Hwy, 71, S., Mena. 479-216-4606 or 479-243-0297. • 6:00 p.m. – Ready, Set, Go to High School, College and Careers Family Night for Mena Middle School in the U of A Rich Mountain Student Center. • 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Remembering Hearts Forever, a support group for families who have had a child, grandchild, or sibling pass away, any age or and cause. Potluck dinner at the Union Bank community room. For more information please call Rosanna at 479-394-6392, or Lisa at 479-216-6632. Friday 3/9 • 8:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. – Road tests are given at the Morrow Street Housing Authority Community Room unless the roads are wet. Written tests are given at 1:00 p.m. • 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Humane Society of the Ouachitas is open at 366 Polk Road 50. • 12:00 p.m. – The Lions Meetings are held in the Lions Club House on Highway

71 South. • 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. – Fibers Arts Group meets at Mena Art Gallery. • 7:00 p.m. – Narcotics Anonymous meets at the old bus barn next The Crossing Church. • 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. – Gator & Friends at the Hatfield Auditorium. $6/ admission. Potluck. 50/50. Door Prize. • 8:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous at the ABC Club across from Chopping Block, 1159 Hwy 71, S., Mena. 479-2164606 or 479-243-0297. Saturday 3/10 • 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. – Huge Multi-Family Sale at 2111 Sutherland Avenue at Mena First Assembly. Proceeds donated to Fund-Raiser for the church van. • 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Humane Society of the Ouachitas is open at 366 Polk Road 50. • 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Children’s Art Class at the Mena Art Gallery, for children ages 10 & up, including adults. Cost is $3. Call 479-394-3880 to reserve spot. • 12:00 p.m. – Ouachita Amateur Radio Association monthly meeting at the Limetree. • 6:00 p.m. – PCVO Bingo at American Legion Building, Hwy 71 N., Acorn. • 7:00 p.m. – Holly Grove Church in Grannis will have Gospel Music. • 8:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous at the ABC Club across from Chopping Block, 1159 Hwy 71 S., Mena. 479-2430297 or 479-216-4606. Sunday 3/11 • 2:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous at the ABC Club across from Chopping Block, 1159 Hwy 71, S., Mena. 479-2164606 or 479-243-0297. • 3:00 p.m. – Worship service is held at Sulpher Springs Church. • 5:00 p.m. – United Methodist Youth Group at the First United Methodist Church in Mena. Monday 3/12 • 12:00 – 5:00 p.m. – The Cove Branch Library will be open. • 1:30 p.m. – Polk County Genealogical Society will meet at the Polk County Library. • 3:00 p.m. – The Airport Commission’s meeting will be held at the UARich Mountain Boardroom in the Spencer Building, 1100 College Drive. • 6:00 p.m. – PCVO Bingo at American Legion Building, Hwy 71 N., Acorn. • 6:00 p.m. – Democratic Party of Polk County meets at Papa’s Mexican Café.

Anyone interested is welcome. You do not have to be a member. • 6:30 p.m. – Boy Scouts of America Troop 92 meets at First United Methodist Church. Everyone is welcome. • 7:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous at the ABC Club across from Chopping Block, 1159 Hwy 71, S., Mena. 479-2164606 or 479-243-0297. • 7:00 p.m. – Narcotics Anonymous meets at the old bus barn next The Crossing Church. • 7:00 p.m. – Mena Elks Lodge meeting. All Elks are invited to attend. • 7:30 p.m. – Mountain Meadow Chapter #22 Order of the Eastern Star will meet at the Mountain Meadow Masonic Lodge Hall in Hatfield. Tuesday 3/13 • 8:00 a.m. – The Reynolds Gardner Community Men’s Breakfast at the First United Methodist Church in Mena. • 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Polk County Family Mission is open in the 9th Street Ministries Building. • 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Humane Society of the Ouachitas is open at 366 Polk Road 50. • 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – “Art Day” at Mena Art Gallery, 607 Mena St. Bring your current project and work with other artists. • 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. – The Sonlighters in Action Card Shop will be open at 3665 Highway 8 West, one mile from Louise Durham. • 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. – The Hatfield Branch Library will be open. • 5:00 p.m. – T.O.P.S. will meet in the Union Bank Community Room for weighins, followed by a meeting. • 6:00 p.m. – Home Front Warriors CMA Chapter 377 Bible Study at the Limetree Restaurant. Public is invited. • 5:00 p.m. – Country and Gospel music is played at the Polk County Housing Authority Community Room. • 6:00 p.m. – American Legion Post 18 potluck dinner, at Veteran’s Park in Acorn, with meeting to follow at 7 p.m. • 6:30 p.m. – Shady Fire and Rescue District 10 will meet at the Shady Community Center. • 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. – Bluegrass music at Morrow Street Housing Authority Community Room. • 7:00 p.m. – The Dallas Valley R.V.F.D. will meet for training at the Firehouse. • 7:00 p.m. – The Acorn Fire and Rescue will meet at the Fire Department.

• 7:00 p.m. – The Wickes V.F.W. Post #10484 will meet at the Wickes Community Center. • 8:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous meeting at First United Methodist Church, 9th & Port Arthur. 479-234-2887 or 479234-3043. Wednesday 3/14 • 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Humane Society of the Ouachitas is open at 366 Polk Road 50. • 11:30 a.m. – The Mena Class of 1959 will meet at La Villa Mexican Restaurant. • 12:00 p.m. - The Emergency warning sirens will be tested in Mena. • 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. – The Polk County Library Cove Branch is open. • 12:00 p.m. – Quality of Life Outreach meeting at Lavilla Restaurant. • 12:00 p.m. – Polk County Retired Teachers will meet at Simple Simons. Mary Renick, Polk County Librarian, will bring the program. All Polk County retired school employees are encouraged to attend. For more information call Ruby Hartsfield 479-394-1901 • 5:45 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. – The Mena First United Methodist Church Kidz will meet. • 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. – The Southside Church of God Warriors for Christ will meet. • 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. – Regeneration Youth Ministries at Mena Church of God Hwy 88 East. • 6:15 p.m. – Dallas Avenue Baptist Church hosts Discovery Kids – Kindergarten Thru 5th Grade; Collide Youth Ministry – 6th Thru 12th Grades; and Adult Bible Study. • 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. – Trek and Varsity for Middle and High School students at Grace Bible Church, 1911 Hwy 71 N. Mena. All Area Middle and High School students are welcome.

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Meet the Artist: Judith Cantrell

BY BARBARA M. TOBIAS

udith Cantrell is one of the rising stars in our local art world. She is a soft-spoken, gentle, and very talented lady who creates exquisite drawings in several media. Her work has won some awards at Mena Art Gallery over the past few years. Her latest is a beautiful pastel drawing of a hawk. Judith started making art ten or eleven years ago after having done nothing in that field since high school. But in 2002, she had a vision where she saw some beautiful paintings and knew that she was someday to create those. Judith says she is basically self-taught by trying different things and pursuing those which worked for her. She started with pencil drawings, moved to working with pen and ink, and tried watercolor. Four or five years ago, she worked some with acrylics. But when she discovered pastel pencils, she felt she had found her medium. She likes the fine detail she can get with these better than the chalk used by many pastel artists. At the November 2017 Ouachita Arts Celebration, Tommy Young (our local wildlife rehabber) brought some of his birds of prey. Judith managed to get a photograph from which she did the hawk portrait that was included in the recent Mena Art Gallery “Portrait of Arkansas” exhibit. Judith has found that, for her, the best way to learn is to try whatever looks interesting, keep working on the things that succeed for her and reject the things that do not. Judith says, “If you just try to please other people, you lose the joy of creation.” She is still pursuing the goal she saw in that vision so many years ago. “I haven’t seen them hanging on my wall yet, but I know I can get there.”

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f you don’t instantly recognize this movie title, chances are you are not well acquainted with The Beatles. If that’s the case, you owe it to yourself to come to the FREE showing of the Beatles’ first movie release on March 14 and see what all the fuss was (and still is) about. This original classic was described by well-known critic Roger Ebert as “Smart, irreverent and electrifying.” It still holds up today largely due to the humorous charm of the Fab Four themselves. But it is also worth seeing the world-famous soundtrack of hit songs performed on film, as well as for the historical nature of the production. Filmed and released in 1964 at the height of Beatlemania, the story is based loosely on a “day in the life” of John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr. There is a somewhat silly sub-plot revolving around Paul’s mischief-making grandfather, but the film shines most brightly with performances of great musical hits like “All My Loving,” “She Loves You,” “Can’t Buy Me Love” and many more. Even in the 1960’s, critics were kind to this film giving credit to the Beatles for their genuine acting skills and to British director, Richard Lester for his ability to capture the humor and adventure surrounding the world’s most famous ground-breaking band. “A Hard Day’s Night” will begin at 6:30 PM and has a G rating suitable for all audiences. As this film feature is rarely seen on TV, it is a great time to introduce young music fans to early rock history. And some of the older fans will most certainly enjoy fond memories of their favorite music as well. Before the movie begins, come see the Lyric Players perform a reader’s theatre production with a similar theme to our movie selection at 6:00 PM. They will do a fifteen-minute entertaining scene with minimal props and costuming that OLT audiences are sure to enjoy. This is a great avenue for some of our local actors to showcase their talents, and OLT encourages your attendance for this portion of the evening’s entertainment. It will end in plenty of time for you to visit the concession stand for hot popcorn, soft drinks and candy selections before the movie begins promptly at 6:30 PM.

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The following information was received from Polk County law enforcement agencies. The charges against those arrested are allegations and the cases are still pending in the courts. Individuals charged and whose names appear in this column may submit documentation to us at a later date that the charges have been dismissed, or that they have been found innocent, and we will include that information in this space in a timely manner.

Mena Police Department February 25, 2018 Daniel Dwight Howard, 37, of Mena was arrested on three outstanding warrants. February 26, 2018 Officers responded to a domestic verbal disagreement at a local residence. One party left the Polk County area and no charges have been filed. February 27, 2018 No reports on file. February 28, 2018 Officers responded to a disturbance at a local residence. The suspect had left the area and the file has been sent to the prosecuting attorney for possible issuance of a warrant. A complaint by a Mena woman that her estranged husband is harassing her was made. The husband has been advised to leave her alone. Tialisa Scurlock, 47, of Mena was charged with theft of property (shoplifting) after officers were called to a local retail store. Levi Wilson, 21, of Mena was served an outstanding warrant. March 1, 2018 James Chris Cooke, 18, of Mena was arrested on an outstanding warrant. March 2, 2018 Report was made of a railroad crossing malfunctioning at a crossing in Mena. Case was referred to KCS. March 3, 2018 Alan Keith Rector, 43, of Mena was arrested on an outstanding warrant. After responding to a call at a local retail store, police are requesting a warrant on a Mena man for theft of property (shoplifting).

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Robert Earl Jones, 33, of Mena was charged with theft of property (shoplifting), possession of a schedule IV or V, and schedule VI controlled substance. Polk County Sheriff’s Department February 26, 2018 Report of a two-vehicle accident that had occurred earlier in the day on Highway 8 East near Mena. Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration. Report from complainant on Lakeside Lane near Nunley of financial identity theft, via Facebook. Report from a Cove man of a missing family member. The individual was later located. Arrested was Sandy M. Sharp, 38, of Mena, on a Charge of Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Arrested was Jon C. Mesamore, 41, of Mena, on a Warrant for Failure to Comply with a Court Order. Arrested was Shawn A. Long, 41, of Mena, on a Charge of Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and a Warrant for Violation of a Suspended Imposition of Sentence. Arrested by an officer with the Grannis Police Department was Emanuel L. Hernandez, 30, of Dequeen, on a Warrant for Failure to Appear. February 27, 2018 Report from complainant on Highway 71 South near Mena of the theft of a firearm, valued at $450.00. Investigation continues. Arrested was William S. Parsons, 21, of Mena, on a Warrant for Delivery of Methamphetamine. Arrested by an officer with the Grannis Police Department was Amy R. Evans, 26, of Grannis, on a Warrant for Failure to Appear. February 28, 2018 Report from complainant on Treasure Lane near Acorn of fraud involving a forged check, totaling losses at $2,500.50. Investigation continues. Arrested by a trooper with the Arkansas State Police was Calvin Goforth, 35, of Mena, on Charges of Failure to Register a Vehicle, No Proof of Insurance and Driving with a Suspended Driver’s License. March 1, 2018 Report of an unattended death on

Highway 88 East near Cherry Hill. Deputy responded. The scene was released to the Polk County Coroner. Report from a Mena woman of a possible sexual assault. Investigation continues. March 2, 2018 Report from complainant on Tilley Road near Hatfield of being harassed by an acquaintance. Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration. Report from complainant on Venable Lane near Mena of financial identity fraud. Arrested was Ty W. Jones, 22, of Texarkana, TX, on two Warrants for Failure to Comply with a Court Order. Arrested was Gloria J. Clovis, 31, of Mena, on a Warrant for Probation Violation. March 3, 2018 Report from a Mena woman of a domestic disturbance. Deputies responded.

March 4, 2018 Arrested was Jerry D. Edwards, 47, of Mena, on a Body Attachment Warrant. Report from a Hatfield woman of problems with her son led to a 17-year-old male being issued a Juvenile Citation for Possession of Alcohol by a Minor. The juvenile was released to the custody of a parent/guardian. Arrested was Billie C. Jennings, 57, of Cove, on Warrants for Failure to Appear and Failure to Comply with a Court Order. Arrested was Sidney Steffler, 32, of Mena, on a Warrant for Cruelty to Animals. Arrested was Phillip J. Needham, 36, of Mena, on a Body Attachment Warrant. Polk County Sheriff’s Office worked two vehicle accidents this week. Polk County Detention Center Jail Population: 20 Incarcerated Inmates, with 6 Inmates currently on the Waiting List for a State Facility.

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The family of Clarene Ward would like to express their appreciation to the staff at the Mena Hospital, the staff at St. Vincent Hospital in Hot Springs and especially to the staff of Arkansas Hospice in Hot Springs for the care shown our loved one during her illness. We would also like to thank her many friends who ministered to her by visiting her in the hospital, sending cards or making telephone calls. Clarene had lived alone for the past ten years and was unable to drive but she had dear friends who provided transportation and we just wanted you to know you were greatly appreciated. Ralph and Betty Wiles and family. 3/7 Bush hogging 15’ batwing and 7’ mowers available. Notill pasture seeding. Reliable and Insured. 479-234-0119 or 234-5798. www.millcreekenterprisesllc.com 3/11 J&N Dozer- Trackhoe, Backhoe, Dump Truck, Ponds, Pads, Clearing, Roads, Hauling, Rich Top Soil, Fill Dirt, Shale, Gravel. Dozer operator Randy Egger, over 30 years’ experience. We appreciate your Business! Call 479-234-1357 TFN NOTICE: The Polk County Sheriff’s Department will be accepting sealed bids for (2) new Ford 2018 Explorer. Bids are to be opened in the Polk County Judge’s office at the Polk County Courthouse at 507 Church Avenue in Mena, Arkansas at 9:00 AM Thursday, March 15, 2018. All interested parties should contact Polk County Sheriff, Scott Sawyer, at 479-394-8163 for complete specifications and instructions. 3/7

Clean and comfortable housing since 1969, No Pets. J. Ray & Maria’s MH Park and Rentals. Hwy 71 North, Mena, AR. 479-216-3085 TFN Ruger 22LR Bolt-action rifle. Never Fired. $275 firm. 979236-2643. Mena Area. 3/7 J&L Café – Next to Book Store. Sherwood Ave. Fresh hash browns, veggie or ham & cheese omelets. Taco omelet. Waffle. Patty melt. Salad bar. New Hours – Closed Mondays. Tue-Sun 7am-2pm. Orders to go. 479-2164807. 3/28 Seeking Yards to mow. Call DeWayne 479-234-0509. 3/28 HUGE MULTI-FAMILY SALE: On March 10th 9am-5pm, 2111 Sutherland Avenue at Mena First Assembly. Proceeds donated to Fund-Raiser for Church Van. Items include Grandfather Clock, bird houses, propane stove, yard tools, crafts, canning jars, barrel composter, and SO MUCH MORE! DON’T MISS THIS SALE. 3/7 Yard Mowing, weed eating, bush hogging, handyman services, power washing, garden tilling with tractor. Have tractor with implements for larger jobs. Bill Duff. 479-2165204. 3/7 House Cleaning and more. Call Winnie Cotter at 2343418 or Ina Lewis at 234-5396. 3/7 For Rent – 3 bedroom – 2 bath house. $600 per month. Available Now. 479-394-4168. 3/7

Dugan Lawn Care & Landscaping, mow accepting customers for the 2018 now season. Call for a free estimate on any of our lawn care or landscaping services. Liming, spring fertilization, ornamental tree/grass trimming, property clean up, brush hogging and more! 479-394-2699. 3/7

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For Sale – 18HP Cyclone Rake with accessories. $800. Call 479-234-0451. 3/14 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Sterling Machinery Co., Inc. 104 Port Arthur. Mena, AR 71953. We are currently taking applications for a CNC Lathe/Machining Center Operator with 3 years or more experience. This is a great opportunity to work for a locally owned company with benefits including Medical, Life, Dental insurance, paid holidays, paid vacations, Christmas Bonus. Pay depends on experience. Drug Screen before and during employment. Candidates must possess High School Diploma/GED. Fill out an application At Department of Workforce Services. Mena, AR. Equal Opportunity Employer. TFN John’s Lawn Mowing and Yard Care. 394-5837. 4/11

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Daniel’s Carpentry and Painting, home repair, decks, privacy fences, fence rows, underpinning, etc. Also lawn and garden work. Call 479-216-1101 or 479-216-2299. 3/14 Mobile Dog Grooming, bath, nails, ears, brushing, clipping. Deanna Boyd, 479-234-1866. www.scmobiledogwash.com. I will come to you. 3/21

Humane Society of the Ouachitas PET OF THE WEEK Give a Rip...a new home!!! Rip is ready to be adopted! She is housetrained, is spayed, has her shots. Rip has a sister, Dip, if you want more than one as she is up for adoption too! Rip dreams of a loving family that will cherish this truly precious green eyed girl kitten!

Give us a call. You’ll be glad you did! OFFICE PHONE NUMBER: (479) 394-5682 • WEB SITE: www.hsomena.org • HSO is a NO KILL Shelter. HSO is not affiliated with any other local, state or national animal rescue organization. HSO is a 501(c)(3) organization. Please consult your tax advisor to see if your donation is tax deductible.

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