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Wickes Man Arrested

BY LEANN DILBECK Gregory S. Pruitt, age 29 of Wickes, Ark., has been charged with Battery - 1st Degree, a Class Y Felony, for the alleged beating of 2 yr. old Greg Stanga on October 20. Stanga lived with his mother in the residence where Pruitt also resided.

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Local Atwoods Now Carrying Firearms

BY MELANIE BUCK Beginning October 27, firearms are now being sold in the sporting goods section of Mena’s Atwoods store.

Store Manager James Looney told The Pulse that, as a company, Atwoods began selling firearms about a year ago and now have them in all 57 stores in 5 states including Arkansas, Oklahoma, Texas, Missouri, and Kansas.

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Convicted Dentist’s Appeal Denied

BY MELANIE BUCK & LEANN DILBECK Dr. David Van Winkle, a former dentist from Mena, has now exhausted all of his legal options when he was denied his appeal

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Transitional Home Goal of ‘Streams of Hope’ Ministry

BY MELANIE BUCK

Streams of Hope Ministry recognizes that aged-out orphans, the homeless, and those recently released from jail are some of the most vulnerable, and yet forgotten, groups of people in this country. Realizing the needs of those struggling, Streams of Hope, led by President Bobbie Himel, have made it their mission to reach-out, connect with, and teach them how to become ‘Victors not Victims.’

Their website (www.streamsofhopeministry.org) states, “Our Goal is to help bring the community's help and resources together and to find what is missing and try and fill that void. We put “Care Packages” together to give to homeless, recently released incarcerated, aged out orphans, and others as the Lord leads.”

These ‘care packages’ include items for personal hygiene, a Bible with a note on why to read it, Himel’s book Starting Your Victorious Life, information on local services, and a list of places to worship in the area.

Also offered with the care packages are: oneon-one support and prayer, conferences and revivals, and Bibles and books to help people grow their relationship with the Lord.

There are many ways the public can help with this ministry including donating personal hygiene items, new Bibles, and gift bags. Also needed are people to provide temporary and transitional shelters for the homeless. One time donations can be made as well as, monthly sustainer donations. All monetary gifts are used to provide items for care packages and shelters or shelter needs.

Streams of Hope has a long-term goal of providing a full time transitional shelter. The ministry is currently creating fundraisers to start their first home, to be built in Polk County. Monthly sustainers are also in need for this portion of the ministry. A goal of $300,000 has been set for the construction and first year operations of the home. That includes the home, a van, maintaining 12-14 people, one full-time live-in, and one full-time administrator. After that, approximately $150,000 would be needed to maintain the residence.

The transitional shelter will help those in need gain living skills, counseling, education, and spiritual counseling, and “helping them get to the correct resources to help them maintain a healthy life style to be a positive member of society.”

If you would like more information on how you can help, call 479-437-9348 or by visiting their website.

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Firefighters Battle Two Blazes in One Day

BY MELANIE BUCK & LEANN DILBECK Firefighters spent last Wednesday, October 29 battling two separate house fires in Mena. The first call came in just before 8 a.m. reporting a fire at 203 7th Street. The fire had fully engulfed the two-story home when firefighters arrived on scene. The owner of the unoccupied home, Ellen Tuton, who lives out of town, had been there as recently as the day before, making repairs in an effort to sell the property. More than 30 firefighters from Mena, Hatfield, Ink, Potter, and Dallas Valley all assisted with the fire and overhaul efforts.

The structure of the home hindered the efforts of firefighters who were able to make it Firefighters respond to a house fire on 7th Street, Mena, on Wednesday, October to the top of the stairs before being ‘pushed back.’ To reach the top floor of the home, fire29. [PHOTO COURTESY OF ED GIBSON] fighters had to enter through the roof.

Just after 2 p.m., the fire department was called back to the scene due to some hot spots rekindling. The cause and origin of the fire have not yet been determined. Unfortunately, the home is a total loss.

The second call came in just before 4 p.m. on Wednesday, while firefighters were still trying to ‘mop up’ hot spots in the first residence, to a home at 2002 Cordie Drive. Mena Fire Chief John Puckett said the exact cause of the fire is unknown at this time but that it did initiate on the north end of the home. Smoke was billowing out of the south end when three engines and firefighters from Mena and Ink arrived to battle the blaze.

The family was in Ft. Smith and not home at the time of the fire but their dog did perish in the flames. The home is considAerial photo of 2002 Cordie Drive fire. ered a total loss. Brandi Westmoreland said, “Our family would like to thank the emergency personnel who worked tirelessly to COURTESY OF STEPHANIE VOELKEL] stop the fire and to the community for their overwhelming support after the loss of our home.”

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Schreiber Honored for Five Decades of Flying

BY JACLYN ROSE On Saturday, November 1, 2014 members of the local community gathered at Mena Air Center Services FBO, at Mena Intermountain Municipal Airport, to honor Ken Schreiber, a much loved local pilot and flight instructor, and this week’s Pulse Citizen feature, on over 50 years of flying and approximately 30,000 flight hours.

After moving to Polk County in the early 1980’s, Schreiber began flying for Brodix and many other local businesses. “He has always had a heart for every business on the field and looks out for the good of the companies. He never charged what he was worth and has told me often, ‘we have to help keep these guys going.’ I think any pilot who has logged 30,000 hours and 55 years of flying needs to be commended and I wouldn’t be the pilot I am today without him. He’s always looking out for someone,” explained Greg McDonald, a local pilot.

“Ken is an extremely loyal and trustworthy pilot and one of the funniest people I’ve ever met. I’m lucky to be someone who knows him well, I have enjoyed all of our chats over coffee,” said Keith Williams, manager of Mena Air Center Services FBO. Schreiber is also well known locally as a flight instructor and through the years has taught many men and women to fly including current Airport Manager, Will Robbins. “Ken started out flying for Brodix, but quickly became an icon for the airport. So many people know him and he has done a tremendous amount of test flying for the local businesses.

He is also a tremendous instructor. He is a real world teacher and teaches what will happen while you’re in the air and how to handle it. He helped me an awful lot with my flying.

In aviation, you are always paying it forward, the old guy teaches the young guy and then he becomes the old guy. I could never repay Ken for what he did for me. I have to do it for another guy,” Robbins said.

“I think Ken is following up on the heritage of Hamp Edwards and the Overturfs that are known for their dedication to aviation. Ken has continued to do the same and that is what has made the airport what it is today,” explained Fred Hampton.

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Wednesday, October 29, 2014. Through the appeals process, Van Winkle ‘contended that there was insufficient evidence to support four of the convictions.’

The four convictions contested were Kidnapping, First-Degree Stalking, ThirdDegree Battery, and Aggravated Residential Burglary. In the official appeal, Judge Whiteaker said, “There is no merit to Van Winkle’s argument.”

On the charge of kidnapping, Van Winkle conceded that there was sufficient evidence that he restrained the victim but asserts that there was insufficient evidence of his intent or purpose in doing so. He suggested that the jury had to speculate or guess at why he restrained her.

In his third point on the appeal regarding the Third-Degree Battery conviction, Van Winkle challenged the victim's credibility and Whiteaker affirmed that there was substantial evidence to support the charge.

In his final point of appeal, Van Winkle changed from the directed verdict entered at trial and argued for the first time that there was no evidence of what he intended to do with or to the victim.

The original charges and sentence were 40 years on the charge of Aggravated Residential Burglary; 12 years on the same charge for Possessing a Firearm in the act and law dictates must be served consecutively, meaning a total of 52 years; 13 years on the charge of Kidnapping; 5 years on the charge of Stalking; 3 years on the charge of Terroristic Threatening; as well as $2,500 fine on each misdemeanor charge of Battery and Assault. The Kidnapping, Stalking, and Terroristic Threatening sentences are to be served in concurrence with the 52 years.

Van Winkle was entered into the Arkansas Department of Corrections following the trial in October 2013, where he remains.

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Plane Crashes En Route to Mena Causing Multiple Fatalities

BY MELANIE BUCK An airplane heading to Rose Aircraft Services for paint and interior services crashed on its way to Mena on Thursday, October 30, claiming four lives and injuring five others. The pilot, 53 year-old Mark Goldstein, appears to have been killed upon impact.

The Hawker Beechcraft King Air 200 was taking off from Wichita, Kansas when it lost an engine upon take-off and flew into the roof of the Flight Safety Simulator and Training Facility which houses Cessna Citation Jet Simulators across the street from Wichita's Mid-Continent Airport in southern Kansas just before 10 a.m. More than 100 people work inside the building.

The last communication with the pilot was about a minute after take-off when he reported an engine failure and was returning to the runway.

Firefighters fought the blaze for several minutes before gaining control of the flames. Smoke could be seen billowing from the building from several miles away.

The two-story building has serious damage including a collapsed ceiling and walls.

Keith Rose, owner of Rose Aircraft, released a statement saying, “Our prayers go out to the families of the victims and those owning and operating the aircraft and facilities.”

Investigators from the FAA and the National Transportation Safety Board are investigating the crash.

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BY LEANN DILBECK Billy Hanley, age 26 of Cove, was killed in a fatal two-car accident Tuesday morning, October 28, on Hwy 71 South near the 23-mile marker.

According to the Fatal Crash Summary filed by Arkansas State Police Cpl. Mike Thomas, Billy Hanley was driving a 2010 Kia northbound on Hwy 71 when he crossed the centerline and struck a southbound 1993 Dodge driven by 41-year old Scott Beidleman of Conroe, Tex. The accident occurred at approximately 6:30 a.m. as the area was experiencing heavy rain. Hanley was transported to Mena Regional Health System where he was later pronounced dead. According to witnesses, air-evac was requested but unable to land due to weather. Traffic was blocked for close to 45-minutes as officials worked the accident. Polk County Sheriff's Department assisted ASP with the scene.

The condition of Beidleman is unknown at this time but he was transported to Mena Regional Health System for treatment of injuries sustained.

Hanley is survived by his parents, wife, and children. Funeral arrangements were made through Bowser Family Funeral Home.

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Mena Home to Arkansas ‘Champion Tree’

BY MELANIE BUCK For years, people in ‘logging country’ have slowly watched trees get smaller, and smaller. As the trucks pass by, locals see toothpick-like sticks instead of the large burly trees that used to live in places like the Ouachitas. Since 1997, the Arkansas Famous and Historic Tree Program is dedicated to recognizing and preserving what is left of the trees that we used to long to sit under after a hard day’s work.

Polk County is home to such a tree. Dr. Robert Manis and wife, Suzanne, have had a tree on the Arkansas Champion Tree Index since 2009. The Water Oak that sits solitarily in their pasture boasts a height of 92 feet, is 259 inches around, and has a crown spread of 88 feet. On the official ‘Bigness Index,’ the tree received a score of 373, topping that of any other Water Oak in the state.

On land that former country western star T. Texas Tyler once roamed while living with his grandparents, the tree has withstood countless tornadoes, straight-line winds, floods, and ice storms, to maintain its glory. It even withstood the Manis’ children when they spent hours climbing up and down the trunk to their treehouse that was perched in the limbs.

Dr. Manis said, “This tree is named the T. Texas Tyler Memorial Tree. The land was originally owned by the Myrick family. Tyler’s real name was David Luke Myrick. This was his grandparents’ farm and Luke spent a lot of time here.” Since this was the only land in Arkansas that Tyler owned and he was the first country western star to play Carnegie Hall, the tree was named in honor of him.

Since 1940, the National Big Tree Program’s goal has been to, “to preserve and promote the iconic stature of these living monarchs and educate people about the key role that these remarkable trees and forests play in sustaining a healthy environment.” There are more than 750 trees listed on the national list; Arkansas has over 130 on the state list.

There are many species in Arkansas that have not made the list so far. You could be Arkansas’ next big tree hunter. To submit a tree, CONCLUSION ON PAGE 7 you must measure the tree according

The ‘Texas T. Tyler Memorial Tree’ holds the title of Champion Water Oak of Arkansas and stands proudly in Dr. Robert and Suzanne Manis’ pasture in Mena.

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to standards listed on their website, http://www.arhistorictrees.org/ or by contacting your local forestry station. You will need the trunk circumference, height, and crown spread. A formula, called the Bigness Index, using these measurements is calculated for species that have more than one submission. There is another Water Oak submission from Chicot County in Southeastern Arkansas however the Manis’ tree is slightly bigger. Trees are re-measured every ten years.

The Arkansas Champion Tree program is the subject of an upcoming documentary on AETN. Their website explains, “With lives spanning hundreds of years, these silent sentinels have watched history unfold around them. "Champion Trees" is a one-hour AETN original documentary that explores these natural wonders and how they influence and inspire the people around them. Featured in the documentary are champion trees from throughout Arkansas from Fayetteville to Helena and many points in between.” The documentary has won two Emmys, Best Cultural Documentary and Best Cinematography, among other highly acclaimed awards.

Artist Linda Palmer, of Hot Springs, has spent many days and driven many miles to use the Champions as subjects for her works of art. Palmer has photographed and drawn each Arkansas Champion Tree to preserve their beauty. She is also included in the documentary.

Palmer said, “These trees have witnessed the history of our state, along with the histories of the families and people that lived around them. Arkansas has such natural beauty and our trees are an important part of our heritage. My desire is to celebrate this beauty with my art.”

The Manis’ tree was the focus of a recent field trip of RMCC’s history classes for 55 and older students. Instructor Kathy Adams said the classes have 135 students who are focusing on the history of the Ouachitas and Ozarks.

Palmer will visit the Ouachita Center at Rich Mountain Community College on Monday, One of four RMCC History Classes to travel to the Manis residence to hear the history of November 17, from 5:30 p.m. – 7 p.m. for her Champion Tree presentation and drawing debut. the tree and observe its greatness.

For more information about the event, contact Kathy Adams at 479-394-7622.

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Local Donations Continue to Feed Backpack Program

The Mena Lioness Lions B a c k p a c k Program recently received two generous donations to help support provide for local students in need.

Gar Eisele, owner of Washburn's Home Furnishings, presents a donation in the amount of $500 to the Backpack Food Program.

Receiving the donation are Patty Young and Heather Risley of the Mena Lioness Lions.

The Mena Lions Club presents a donation in the amount of $1000 to the Backpack Food Program. Presenting the donation on behalf of the Mena Lions Club are Brian Hensley, Brandon Ellison and Gary Gann. Mena Lioness Lions Patty Young and Heather Risley accept the donation on behalf of the Club. These funds will assist in funding the Adopt a School Backpack Food Program to feed local children in need. For more information on how you may support this program, please contact Patty Young or Heather Risley at 479-394-2211 or via email pyoung@unionbankofmena.com or hrisley@unionbankofmena.com.

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System but later airlifted to Arkansas Children’s Hospital where he remains. Family members say his condition has improved at this time, as medical personnel were able to remove him from the ventilator.

A benefit bake sale and softball tournament is planned for Saturday, November 8. For more information on either of those benefits, please call Britany Eaton 479-216-2302 or Brittney Vespie 479-216-2303.

Gregory S. Pruitt is to be considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

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Local Atwoods Now Carrying Firearms

Dubbed a ‘farm and ranch’ store, Atwoods aims to change that perception by moving with the growing ‘sporting goods’ trend, turning their brand to ‘farm and sporting goods.’

From rifles and shotguns, to handguns, ammo, and gun safes, they offer several wellknown brands, in all shapes and sizes. “We’ve had good feedback from our customers on our selection and our prices,” said Looney. He added, “We’re hoping with the addition of our guns that our ammo selection will expand as well.”

Atwoods has a strict policy of what times their guns will be sold. ‘Gun Hours’ will be Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Atwoods also sells hunting and fishing licenses as well.

According to the Law Center to Prevent Gun Control, “Federal law provides states with the option of serving as a state “point of contact” and conducting their own background checks using state, as well as federal, records and databases, or having the checks performed by the FBI using only the federal National Instant Criminal Background Check System (“NICS”) database.

Arkansas is not a point of contact state for the NICS. Arkansas has no law requiring firearms dealers to initiate background checks prior to transferring a firearm. As a result, in Arkansas, firearms dealers must initiate the background check required by federal law by contacting the FBI directly.”

Ladies of Beta Sigma Phi held their October meeting at the home of Marilyn Davenport. The meeting ended with a collection of toys and toiletries to be donated to the Arkansas Children’s Hospital and the Ronald McDonald House. The meeting was followed by a weenie roast and an evening of fellowship. Pictured are: 1st Row: Marilyn Davenport, Regina Lowrey, Sue Maddox, Amy Phelps, Donna Montgomery, Linda Dunnaway, and Amy Laing. 2nd Row: Liz Frasier, Beth Carver, Diane Rotter, and Linda Whisenhunt. 3rd Row: Wyonna Abbott, Vicki Stanley, Bonita Ansley, and Pam Miller. 4th Row: Patti Moran, Penny Montgomery, Becky Parker, Cathy Marshall, Marion Titsworth, Lynn Watkins, Dorothy Sullivan, and Carol Miller. Not pictured are Debby Eisele and Tracy Hensley.

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Polk County Master Gardeners have been working diligently to ensure that the Rose Garden at the Veterans' Memorial will look its best for the ceremony slated for 11 a.m. Tuesday, November 11th.

There will be an appreciation lunch served on Veterans Day, November 11. The lunch will be free to all veterans and their families and will be served from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., at the Depot on the corner of Sherwood and DeQueen Streets.

James Anthony Gau of Washington Island, Wisconsin and more recently of Mena, Arkansas went home to be with the Lord on October 28, 2014. James was born February 5, 1928 in DeKalb, Illinois to James and Ruth Gau. In a disciplined loving home, he was encouraged to work hard, often helping his father in the family service stations from age 5 and also to pursue an advanced education.

In high school, he actively participated in track and field, winning awards and setting school records. During WWll, at age 17, he joined the Navy and proudly served as an engineer on the submarine, Pomphret, in the South Pacific. They then docked at Guam and helped build the Naval Base there towards the end of WWll. He then returned to DeKalb, Illinois and remained in the Reserves for 8 years, having achieved the rank of 2nd LT J.G. On the day of his return home from the military, his father helped enroll him in Northern Illinois State Teachers’ College (Now Northern Illinois University), where he pursued a major in education. There he met his future wife, Marilyn, in their freshmen year.

They were a very dedicated couple for 59 plus years, until her death on February 12, 2012. After completion of their Bachelor’s Degrees, they were married in the First Christian Church in Sterling, Illinois, on April 6, 1952. Both pursed Master’s Degrees at Northern Illinois University, and James held a Master’s in Administration and Curriculum

Development. Bensenville, Illinois was where James spent his entire 32-year teaching career, first setting up and teaching an Industrial Arts Program and then becoming a principal at Tioga Elementary School. Finally, he became an assistant principal and Science Department Head at Blackhawk Junior High School.

His marriage was blessed with two children, James and Mary Beth, and in later years with three grandchildren, Justus Gau, Crystal Lowery and Ryan Lowery.

James was a devoted husband and father who loved, supported and encouraged his family to work hard, pursue education, and be ready to lend a hand to those in need or less fortunate. Many people and families have benefited from his wisdom and generosity over the years.

When James retired from teaching, he and his wife built a home and moved permanently to Little Lake on Washington Island, Wisconsin and lived a retired life surrounded by their beloved nature much like “On Golden Pond”. He joined Trinity Lutheran Church and the Coast Guard Auxiliary, as well as serving on the Washington Island School Board and as School Administrator for several years.

The last year and a half, he also attended Bethel Freewill Evangelical Church on Washington Island.

James’ greatest treasures in life were his wife, his children and grandchildren and their achievements which were often a topic of conversation along with various places he and his wife had visited in their travels, including Alaska, Mexico, Florida, Canada, Pacific, Northwest, and Panama. More recently, in the past year he was able to go on the WWll

Honor Flight and also attend a reunion of his fellow teachers. He enjoyed both immensely.

James was proceeded in death by his wife, Marilyn, and his parents. He is survived by his daughter, Mary Beth Lowery of Mena, Arkansas; granddaughter, Crystal Lowery of Glenwood, Arkansas; grandson, Ryan Lowery of Mena, Arkansas; son and daughter-in-law Jim and Debby Gau of Hancock, Michigan; grandson Justus Gau of Hancock, Michigan; and sister, Ruth Gau of Sister Bay, Wisconsin.

At James’ request, there was a graveside service at the Washington Island Cemetery.

Being an animal lover, in lieu of flowers, he had asked that donations be made at Wisconsin Door County Human Society in his memory.

Arrangements were made under the direction of Beasley Wood Funeral Home of Mena. .

ETHEL PEARL SHORT Ethel Pearl Short, age 71 of Mena passed away Friday, October 31, 2014 in Hot Springs, Arkansas.

She was born September 10, 1943 in Mena, Arkansas to Houston Thoms and Velma Lay Thoms. Ethel was married for 48 years to Dewitt Short and worked for Cowdens and Mena Public Schools as a cafe-

teria worker. She loved to hunt and fish with family and friends.

One of the highlights of her life was the love she had for her children and family. She was a great cook and was a joy to be around and made people around her happy. She was a loving and kind wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend to all who knew her. She will be dearly missed by all.

She is survived by her husband of 48 years, Dewitt Short of Mena, Arkansas; children, Cavin Short and wife Sara of Mena, Arkansas, Larry Short and wife Charlene of Mena, Arkansas, Sharon Skeeper and husband Glen of Missouri; brother, Leon Thoms of California; six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Houston and Velma Thoms, and sister, Naomi Thoms.

Graveside services will be Thursday, November 6, 2014, 2:00 p.m. at Concord Cemetery in Ink, Arkansas with Brother Scott Jones officiating under the direction of the Beasley Wood Funeral Home of Mena.

Family and friends visitation will be Wednesday, November 5, 2014 from 6:008:00 p.m. at Beasley Wood Funeral Home of Mena.

Pallbearers will be Jerry Hansbrough, Danny Hansbrough, Jackie Ryan, Honnus Warren, Mike White and Mark Brown.

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LUCY LUCILLE PYEATT

Lucy Lucille Pyeatt, age 86, passed away Tuesday, October 28, 2014 in Hot Springs, Arkansas.

She was born January 1, 1928 in Pocahontas, Arkansas to the late Coleman Hayes and the late Pearl Rush Hayes. She was a loving and kind mother, grandmother, aunt and friend to all who knew her. She will be dearly missed.

She is survived by her son, Jay Pyeatt of Mena, Arkansas; daughter, Laurie Munsch and husband C.A. of Arlington, Texas; sister, Lena Flannigan of St. Louis, Missouri; grandsons, Ryan Murphy of Dallas, Texas, and Zachary Munsch of Arlington, Texas.

Many children and grandchildren, of the heart, and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Coleman and Pearl Hayes, husband, Jewell W. Pyeatt, brothers, Bill Hayes, Sherman Hayes, sisters, Laura Ramsey, and Thora Buckley.

Funeral services were Saturday, November 01, 2014, at 2:00 p.m. at the Beasley Wood Chapel. Interment was in the Nunley Cemetery in Nunley, Arkansas under the direction of the Beasley Wood Funeral Home of Mena.

Pallbearers were C.A. Munsch, Zachary Munsch, Ryan Murphy, John Buckley, Michael Munsch and Don Dennis.

Family and friends visitation was Friday, October 31, 2014 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at Beasley Wood Funeral Home of Mena.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Children’s Home of Paragould, Arkansas.

PAT “GRANNY” EDEN Pat “Granny” Eden, age 82 of Mena, moved from her earthly home to her new home in Heaven on Saturday, October 25, 2014 in Mena. She was born on Wednesday, April 20, 1932 to Mack C. and Mary Rhoden Travis in Huntington, West Virginia.

Pat had a servant’s heart; whether at church, with family or friends or her workplace. She was a member of the First Freewill Baptist Church in Mena for many years and served her Lord with all her heart. She loved her family very much and enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. In her early

years, Pat was an LPN in Louisiana and later moved to Mena, where her beloved Fred was a minister of the Gospel. She later started working at Wal-Mart and retired after many years. After Wal-Mart, she found a place at Hall Funeral Service where she could minister to families in their time of need. In 2012, she retired from working at age 80. She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister and friend and will be missed by all who knew her.

Pat was preceded in death by her husband, Fred Lee Eden; three brothers; six sisters and one great grandchild, Fred Isaac Sprague.

Survivors include her sons and daughters-in-law Michael and Cordia Sprague of Mena and Will and Vickie Sprague of Black Springs; her daughters and sons-in-law, Chrystal and Minis Rowe of Huntington, West Virginia and Shelia and Pete of Huntington, West Virginia; one sister, Elizabeth Perry of Clearwater, Florida; ten grandchildren, Travis Sprague and wife, Rebecca of Mena, Jennifer Asbury and husband, Blair of Huntington, West Virginia, Lisa Bowen of Huntington, West Virginia, Barbara Sprague of New Orleans, Louisiana, Dana Long and husband, Mike of Mena, Jennifer Kanak and husband Jason of Lowell, Arkansas, Rachel Adkins of Huntington, West Virginia, Pam Moore of St. Albans West Virginia, John LeMaster of Georgia and Jason LeMaster of Huntington, West Virginia; twenty-six great grandchildren; two very special friends, M.L. Keeney and family of Cove, Arkansas and Betty Bishop of Louisiana; several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, October 28, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. at the Bowser Family Funeral Home Chapel with Brother Donnie Jewell, Brother Larry Davis and Jerry Jeffcoat officiating. Interment followed in the Pinecrest Memorial Gardens. Visitation was Monday, October 27, 2014 from 5-7 p.m. at the Bowser Family Funeral Home Chapel in Mena.

Pallbearers were Michael Sprague, Travis Sprague, Minis Rowe, Bobby Thacker, Espye Magar and Tim Smedley.

Honorary Pallbearers were Chip Bentley, Chris Gann, Kenney Romine, Troy Denton and Donnie Barrett.

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ELBERT ARGIE SIKES Elbert Argie Sikes, better known to most as "Bo" of Cherry Hill, Arkansas, formerly of

Waldron, Arkansas, went to be with his Lord and Savior Monday, October 27, 2014 in Fort Smith, Arkansas surrounded by his loving family. Bo was born April 17, 1928 to George Dewey Sikes and Lola M. (Stine) Sikes in Prague, Oklahoma. Bo was 86 years, 6 months and 10 days old. Bo was a member of First Church of the Nazarene in Waldron, Arkansas. Bo was also a member of the Waldron Masonic Lodge #132 F&AM, where he earned his 50 year pin.

Bo was a man of many talents and skills.

He retired from Waldron Public Schools as automotive instructor. He held various positions throughout the years including being a foreman at Carco International, operations maintenance at E.R. Coleman, merchant for a Sears catalogue store, owner/operator of a service station, service technician for Theo Money Chevrolet, plant manager of Foremost Dairy, and working at Community Creamery.

In his many walks of life, Bo accomplished many achievements and was actively involved in many organizations. He was an ASE Master Mechanic, Natef accreditation site evaluator, he led state initiatives to develop and standardize automotive instruction, Rich Mountain Community College advisory board, Waldron City Council 1960-1963, Greenwood Lions Club, Arkansas Cattlemen's Association, board member and fireman of Cherry Hill Rural Fire Dept., and he served as a Chairman of the 1961 March of Dimes in Greenwood. Bo also enjoyed the technology world, radio communications, motorcycles, cars, farming and most of all his family. Bo loved them all and treasured the time spent making everlasting memories.

Bo leaves behind to cherish his memory, his loving wife Mae Dell (Deramus) Sikes of the home, four sons: David Sikes of Waldron, Arkansas, Donald Sikes and wife Diane of Greenwood, Arkansas, Bruce Sikes and wife Sheila of Ratcliff, Arkansas and Keith Sikes and wife Michell of Greenwood, Arkansas.

Papa Bo will forever remain in the hearts of his grandchildren and great grandchildren: Lisa and husband Nate Fox, Brian and wife Jenny Sikes, Seth and wife Carley Sikes, Zachary Sikes, Kurt Sikes, Tyler Fox, Tim Sikes, Emma Grace Sikes and Jaxon Sikes and one sister in law, Darlene Grandstaff Whitman. Bo will be missed by all that knew him and the many whose lives were impacted by him including many former students, colleagues, friends and loved ones.

Bo was preceded in death by his paternal father George Dewey Sikes, step father William R. (Bill) Grandstaff, mother Lola (Stine) Sikes Grandstaff, two sisters, Evelyn Sikes and Billy Ruth Grandstaff Davis Poe, one brother, Carl Grandstaff, two brother in laws, Jimmie Davis and Dr. Mack Poe, as well as his paternal and maternal grandparents.

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Friday, October 31, 2014 at the Cherry Hill

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Methodist Church in Cherry Hill, Arkansas.

Interment was in the Cherry Hill Cemetery in Cherry Hill, Arkansas. Arrangements were being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas.

Bo's pallbearers were grandsons and great grandsons. Honorary pallbearers were Dennis Philpot, Dean Coverstone and Randy Deramus.

Bo's visitation was Thursday, October 30, 2014 from 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas, where Bo's family received friends from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.

You may leave words of remembrance for Bo's family by visiting: www.heritagememorialfh.com.

DOUGLAS ALLEN JONES Douglas Allen Jones, age 66, from Cove, Arkansas passed away Saturday, November 1, 2014 at Cove.

Doug was born on December 24, 1947, to the late Hollis Malcom Jones and Lillian Shorey Cahoon in New Bedford, Massachusetts and lived in Cove for 18 years. He was a carpenter by trade and a journeyman boat builder. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend and will be sadly missed by all.

He is survived by his wife, Dorothy Jones of Cove, Arkansas; children, Michele Lodes of Meridian, Idaho, John Jones and wife Wendy of Cove, Arkansas, Allen Jones of Chicago, Illinois, Kenneth Jones and wife Jessica of Livermore, California; step-daughter, Cynthia Reed and husband Ron of Oklahoma; granddaughters, Amanda, Kay and Hailey Jones; grandsons, Adam Townsend and Garrett Jones; step grand-daughter, Kaitlin Reed; many nieces and nephews; brother, Raymond Jones; half-sister, Sheila Ferriera; half-brothers, Bobby Jones and wife Lana, J.R. Davis and wife Jeanne.

He was preceded in death by his parents, half-sister, Marie Davis Fuller, and son-in-law, Mike Lodes Funeral services were Tuesday, November 4, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. at Beasley Wood Chapel with Kim McIntosh officiating.

Interment followed in the Pleasant Grove Cemetery in Cove, Arkansas under the direction of the Beasley Wood Funeral Home of Mena.

Family and friends visitation was Monday, November 3, 2014 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at Beasley Wood Funeral Home.

Pallbearers were John Jones, Allen Jones, Kenneth Jones and Ron Reed.

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November 5, 2014

Ebola, Obama, and America

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BY MICHAEL REISIG I spent the better part of my life as a confirmed bachelor. The first half of my life was too fast and complicated for “forever” romance. However, later I did find the girl of my dreams and we have been together ever since, but we never had any children. If I was to be perfectly honest, children scare me a little – the constant responsibility is nearly overwhelming. When I’m shopping in the local “big store” and I see haggard mothers dragging two children behind them with two more in the shopping basket, followed by a lagging, weary-eyed father, I find I don’t regret my choice at all.

Now, before you begin to condemn me as an old curmudgeon, let me say I’m certain children are the essence of life for many, and they provide a bond and a shelter in your later days that you can’t buy. It’s like an elderly life insurance policy that people pay into for the better part of their existence – hoping to get the benefit of sanctuary and comfort in their later years.

I have had some wonderful pets in my life and I suppose I have transferred the affection and love I would have carried for children to them, and I sometimes think, smugly, with a small smile, that I got the better end of the deal.

I never have to worry about my dog going off to war.

If my cat stays out all night I generally don’t call the police.

Neither of my cats have any desire to go to college.

If my dog gets the neighbor’s dog pregnant it’s not exactly an “end of world” situation.

If I want to send my dog to school (obedience or other), it doesn’t cost me an arm and a leg, and my cats have never asked for an allowance.

When my dog and I have an argument over a chewed up shoe or an indiscretion regarding toiletry habits, he doesn’t threaten to run away.

Don’t misunderstand me. It’s not that I think having children is a bad proposition. I think it’s a wonderful thing and it provides understanding and lessons we can probably only learn by being a parent and nurturing another creature like ourselves.

I just feel it’s like everything else with humans – “If it feels good, let’s do it again, and again, and again…” until we realize we’ve worn the gloss off the whole affair. Making a decision to have a child should be a momentous thing. It should be brought about via responsibility, not entertainment – you are deciding to have your heart walking around outside your body.

However, I will concede that in this ever-challenging world, having a child continues to be the most beautifully irrational act two people in love can commit.

BY MICHAEL REISIG We can really reduce all this Ebola hoopla down to one simple question. If you knew your next-door neighbors had a highly contagious, life-threatening disease, would you invite them over for dinner?

Simple question. Check the blank: Yes___ No ___ Apparently our president would check “Yes”.

The Ebola virus has threatened lives in three impoverished West African countries - Liberia, Guinea, and Sierra Leone – and there are, of course, fears of a wider outbreak. This is not the first time this area has been threatened by a pestilence. In fact, history shows this segment of the globe is rarely ever free from pestilence of disease, terror, or bad government for the last couple of centuries. Our president, who has become as inactive as a concrete gargoyle regarding the safety and protection of America (the intrusion on our borders by half of Central America, the new surge for power by Russia and China, and our receding economy), suddenly comes to life and decides we need to send Americans into West Africa. In addition, his plan is no quarantine on these nations – wouldn’t want to embarrass them. Let’s just welcome them and pretend everything is just peachy.

Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel is considering a recommendation from “military commanders” for a 21-day “quarantine-like” monitoring period for all U.S. personnel returning from Ebola response efforts in West Africa. (Our propensity to be afraid of certain words is simply amazing). We definitely rule out deploying U.S. forces to fight radical Islam (which will most certainly overwhelm us as effectively as a disease) but we’ll make all efforts to deploy soldiers to fight a virus that our men and women can bring home with them.

Our president is so afraid of offending people from other countries he won’t even put restrictions on travel from countries affected by this highly contagious disease. You really need to put this in perspective here. West Africa is a cesspool of ignorance, violence, and lawlessness. It has been since its inception.

There should be restricted travel on some countries regardless of disease, and West Africa is near the top of the list. But our president is not only opening the doors of America in this critical situation, he is using the power of his office to force states that have implemented mandatory quarantine for people entering the U.S. from Ebola-embedded countries to cease their quarantine. Come one, come all. Everyone is welcome in the new America. Got a hideous, infectious disease? No problem. Want to bomb a local marathon? Come on in. We welcome you.

The last few years in America reads like “The Manchurian Candidate.”

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BY STATE SENATOR LARRY TEAGUE LITTLE ROCK – The state Correction Department received 16 applications from communities wanting to be the location of a proposed new $100 million prison unit.

The unit would hire 250 people and the average salary would be $12.50 an hour, and in the future it could expand.

The state Board of Correction will bring its plans for the new prison unit before the legislature during the 2015 session. If the legislature approves the plan, as well as a funding mechanism, construction would likely not begin until 2016.

The Board has its own proposal on how to fund the new prison, which legislators will study in detail. It is to raise fees on license plate renewals from $2.50 to $4.50 and use the revenue to pay off a $95 million bond issue. Annual operating costs are estimated to be about $20 million a year.

Prison officials say that the new prison would have 200 individual cells for isolation of inmates who commit crimes against other inmates. The director of the Correction Department has reported to legislators about the challenges of housing the current generation of inmates, who are relatively young and difficult to manage.

Many of them are serving extremely long sentences. That makes discipline difficult because they have no incentive to demonstrate good behavior and it can create a greater security threat for officers.

A spokesman said that when prison officials consider potential sites for the new prison, they will take into account the local labor pool. Some areas want the jobs created by a prison, but there are not enough workers to fill the available positions.

One factor that decreases the number of potential employees is that applicants must have a criminal record free of felonies or misdemeanor battery convictions.

A new prison is among numerous funding requests that state agencies will bring before legislators during the 2015 regular session. Legislators will write new budgets for public schools, higher education, the State Police and the Human Services Department. There will be many competing demands for all available state tax dollars, and there is no guarantee which spending requests will be funded.

The Joint Senate and House Education Committees voted in favor of increases in starting salaries for first-year teachers, from $29,244 to $31,000. For teachers with a master’s degree the base salary would be $34,640.

One concern of lawmakers is the discrepancy in starting salaries in various parts of the state. Some districts pay the bare minimum of $29,244 to first-year teachers, while other districts start their teachers at almost $46,000 a year.

The pay increase would cost the state and local school districts about $16.5 million a year. If legislators approve the salary increase for teachers in the 2015 session, an issue to be resolved is how much local districts must pay and how much the state will provide for the raises.

Also, the committee recommended a funding increase of just under 1 percent for schools with a high proportion of students from low-income families.

The committees also recommended that the legislature allocate at least $65 million for improvements to school facilities.

The Education Committee determines how much funding is needed for the state to provide all children in Arkansas with an adequate education. The details and the total amounts still must be approved by the Joint Budget Committee during the 2015 session.

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Setting the Record Straight: Hydraulic Fracturing and America’s Energy Revolution

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BY U.S. SENATOR DR. JOHN BOOZMAN Despite modern advances in energy development and our country’s abundance of natural resources, we still lack a responsible approach to meeting our energy needs.

A strategy for the future should embrace renewable forms of energy, but also the safe usage of the vast amount of traditional fuels with which we have been blessed. If it’s American, we need to be using it safely and responsibly.

No single source alone is the answer, but one of the most promising sources is natural gas and oil produced by hydraulic fracturing.

Hydraulic fracturing, commonly referred to as fracking, has been on the rise in the U.S. as innovation and technology have been put to use in recent years, including in a large geologic formation known as the “Fayetteville Shale” in Arkansas. Natural gas extracted from shale rock provides a clean source of electricity for millions of Americans.

Along with easing our energy crunch, hydraulic fracturing is a boon for our economy. According to a study by the University of Arkansas, more than $12.4 billion was added to our economy from fracking in Arkansas over a three year period. The study found that this energy production provided jobs for at least 22,000 Arkansans, increased pay, and led to secondary small business and manufacturing jobs across the state.

As proven in Arkansas, we can extract this natural gas in a safe manner. Fracking is an important, commonsense component of comprehensive energy strategy.

Clearly hydraulic fracturing offers many benefits, leaving opponents little ammunition with which to attack. For that reason, opponents have relied on a campaign of misinformation and scare tactics to cloud the debate.

That’s why several of my colleagues and I on the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee released a report recently to shine a light on the truth behind the science and economic benefits of hydraulic fracturing.

The report documents a concerted effort by fracking opponents, including many within the Obama administration, to mislead the American people about the benefits and safety of fracking. It debunks claims that fracking has a devastating impact on the environment with empirical evidence and outlines how states have safely regulated the process for decades.

If the Obama administration has its way, the power to regulate fracking will be stripped from states and turned 5 over to the federal government, where it would be regulated out of existence.

The only way the administration and their allies can achieve this power grab is by manufacturing risks about fracking. Our report details how federal agencies, especially the EPA, have attempted to use studies, misinformation, and baseless investigations to make this energy production so costly and burdensome that it would no longer be viable. Despite the Agency’s efforts and political agenda, time and time again the Administration has failed to uncover the smoking gun it hoped to manufacture.

Fracking is revolutionizing our energy industry, creating well-paying jobs, and driving down costs for all Americans. We cannot let the false claims and misinformation go unexposed. My colleagues and I will continue to shine a light on these tactics and set the record straight on the true benefits of energy produced right here in our country.

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CITIZEN

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Ken Schreiber: Mena’s Frequent Flyer

BY JACLYN ROSE Ken Schreiber left his hometown of Griffith, Indiana in 1944 to serve the United States as a member of the United States Army. “I drove a tank and a huge 10-ton wrecker in Germany during World War II. I knew I was going to be drafted, so I enlisted, at this time the war had just ended,” explained Schreiber.

After three years of service, Schreiber began rebuilding old cars. “I would race cars every Saturday night in Chicago at Soldier Field,” said Schreiber with a laugh, “I even won a few times.”

Around 1962, Schreiber and two other guys went together and bought a plane and began flying for the fun of it. Over 50 years and approximately 30,000 flight hours later, Schreiber has made a very successful career as a flight instructor and a corporate pilot. He is well known, and well loved by members of the community and especially those on the field of Mena Intermountain Municipal Airport.

“In 1962, I started as a flight instructor and charter service in Indiana. I also worked in aircraft sales for Cessna Distribution in Chicago. In 1968, I sold Pabst Brewing their first plane and I went with it. I worked as their pilot until retiring,” explained Schreiber.

In the early 1980’s, Schreiber flew over Polk County on a trip to Dallas. “We flew over and I liked the area, I mean what is not to like,” said Schreiber, looking out of the window across the field at Mena Airport and pointing towards the beautiful mountains. “So when we took our plane to Wichita, Kansas for maintenance, I rented a car and drove down and bought 20 acres in Board Camp.”

Schreiber and his wife, Theresa, moved shortly after to Board Camp. “We moved down here to retire, but I started flying for Brodix and then eventually started a little flying service and began flight instruction here. I taught quite a few people to fly here and I try and teach all the safety procedures in the plane and give good instruction.”

Through his decades of flying, Schreiber has had many exciting experiences and flown many interesting people. He says, he was a pilot because it paid well, but it does not take hearing too many of his stories to know, flying is his passion. “Tom Cox and I flew the astronauts of Apollo 11, just a couple of weeks after they landed on the moon.

When we landed, Neil Armstrong stayed on the plane and talked to me for a while. He was a very down to earth man. I don’t remember exactly how he worded it, but he told me that when you do something like he did, you have to realize there is a Creator God,” said Schreiber.

Schreiber has also lived through many great strides in technology and flying today is very different from flight when he began. “It’s duck soup now, with GPS it is so much harder to get lost.” Schreiber said with a smile. “I flew a Cessna Skymaster to Australia before GPS. It took 56 hours to get from Mena to Brisbane and we made several stops for fuel and rest. I had to keep good track of time and use what we call, ‘dead reckoning’ to keep track of where we were,” explained Schreiber.

“I have picked up lots of airplanes for shops out here and test flew lots of planes over the years and I have taught a couple of guys how to fly, but I have decided it’s time to retire and I’m just going to do a little flying for fun,” Schreiber explained.

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BY JACLYN ROSE In 2001, shortly after completing veterinary school, Dr. Gordon McDonald moved back to Mena and opened what is now Pleasant Hills Animal Clinic, formerly Town and County Vet Clinic, located at 3112 Highway 71 South in Mena. For the past 13 years they have offered a wonderful service to animals in Polk County with a compassionate and caring staff.

Currently, McDonald travels across the state of Arkansas performing orthopedic surgeries, as well as some soft tissue surgeries, on animals and though he performs surgery on animals at Pleasant Hills Animal Clinic, he relies on his hand picked and very skilled staff. “I travel extensively throughout the state but have full confidence in my team. Dr. Anne Hatley taught me a lot as a teenager and is just amazing as a vet and Dr. Crystal Garner was brought on several years ago as a relief vet before I asked her to join the team full time as our staff vet. Most of my staff has been there my entire career which allows me to be gone and trust that things are being done right,” explained McDonald.

Dr. Garner, a Danville native, graduated from the University of Arkansas in 2001 and completed her vet degree from Louisiana State University in 2005. “Growing up we always had animals, and unlike people, animals don’t judge.

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I see them now, as objects in a fog or at dusk in the evening, abandoning my worldly senses of here and now I turn within and relax into beyond.

Again I say, I heard a whisper, this time, certain it did occur, quiet you see, but ominously present, so much so in stillness I listened hearing not but definitely sure

Drawn instantly to them by a sudden rush of passion and sorrow, I want to reach out to them, but I refrain knowingit not possible.

In quiet stillness I now listen, perhaps feeling M more than hearing becoming aware rather than see a significant presence, but from where I questioned.

Thank you Veterans!

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Their uniforms are dirty, torn and stained, with quiet horror I see some are maimed.

Some have helmets, some do not, but all stand together.

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Their voices all together they say remember those who left, some, recent, others long ago.

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Wickes Elementary Honor Roll

1st Grade: All As - Diego Alvarado, Dominic Beller, James Davis, Grayson Farringer, Aspen Johnson, Bobbi Kelly, Connor McCormick, Viviana Ruiz, Sidney Sparks, Eli Stark, Jacob Barrett, Kenya Antunez, Leslie Esquivel, Vanessa Flores, Diego Garcia, Gerardo Gonzalez, Mairany Marrufo, Jayden Perez, Jhovani Perez, Abby Pinon, Tony Weinert, Raylee Youngblood, Thomas Goethals, Josilyn Harrelson, Garrett Hennings, Sulem Lopez, Diana Munoz, Kylea Skaggs, Nathanael Trinidad, Nathan White. As & Bs - Rocibel Delgado, Leslie Jaimes-Aviles, Ulysses Lopez, Ingreet Martinez, MacKenzie Molina, Addison Watkins, Veronica Alarcon, Cristopher Carterby, Dafne Avila, Fernando Cortes, Montana Higgins, Addison McGough, Mairene Ruiz, Raul Rodriguez. 2nd Grade: All As - Gustavo Cortes, Avenlei Bush, Easton Johnson, Zachary McCormick, Bradley Thomas, Marlenne Cecilio, Edwin Trinidad. As & Bs - Cory Diaz, Vanessa Gomez, Rocio Ruiz, Brenna Roper, Santiago Maya, Sharis Campuzano, Joyce Antunez, Sabera Land, Jack Thurston, Nahomi Ruiz, Maria Perez, Kyndra Andrews, Sholeyve Campuzano, Cooper Price, Nadelyn Ruiz, Braden Thomas, Heidi Turnbough, Sydney Wilson. 3rd Grade: All As - Mallory Farringer, Ethan Youngblood, Karah Salgado, Brandon Moreno. As & Bs Hazael Cordova, Annabelle Dixon, Emanuel Trinidad, Luke Pearce, Madison Linker, Edwyn Luna, Ashton Miller, Omar Cecilio, Landrey Richardson, Jovani Maya, Sherlyn Brito, Lacy Floyd, Alison Thurston, Jocelyn Hernandez, Derek Perez, Issak Trinidad, Aylin Ortega. 4th Grade: All As - Chance Smith, Ricardo Esquivel. As & Bs - Karina Avila, Lucas Trinidad, Alejandra Rodriguez, Breonna Cecil, Ale Rodriguez, Lucas Trinidad, Kyla Ferguson, Kayla Cary. 5th Grade: All As - Pate Taylor, Kalli Smith, Trayton Johnson, Laura Flores, Rendi Warren, Shannel Brito, Baylee Davis, Kelcy Frachiseur, Brycelynn Raines, Marissa Hammer, Noelia Gomez, Cole Brantley, Shelby Brewster, JT Miller, Kayleigh Williams, Labrayla Robb. 6th Grade: All As - Leticia Aguilar, Kaylin McKee, Dulce Gonzalez, Savanna White, Blake Willis. As & Bs - Debra Broach, Juan Barranco, Kayla Richardson, Matthew Bone, Alex Perez, Teresa Bell, Daniel Alarcon, Eduardo Maya, Kimberly Vasquez, Cori Hilton, Brenci Lopez, Sosha Richardson, Elizabeth Cecilio, Reese Driver, Tommie Whitmire, Rylee Dering, Arecelia Antunez, Landrie Tadlock, Jacey Whisenhunt, Raul Gutierrez, Nikki Cusher.

Acorn Elementary’s October Students of the Month

Acorn Elementary has selected the following students for their October Students of the Month: (Pictured left to right) Front Row: Eilam Holland, Kindergarten son of Steve and Samantha Holland; and Caden Ryan, Kindergarten son of Clinton and Amy Ryan.

Middle Row: Lyndsey Powell, 1st grade daughter of Jeremy and Amber Powell; Sara Pippen, 3rd grade daughter of Quincy and Allison Pippen; Emma Long, 2nd grade granddaughter of Marietta Oller; Arayha Wharton, 3nd grade granddaughter of Danny and Cindy May; and Taylor Watts, 1st grade daughter of Kendra and Sheldon Davis and Chad Watts. Back Row: Meghan Armijo, 3rd grade daughter of Frankie and Terri Armijo; Kiersten Larucci, 5th grade daughter of John and Kim Larucci; Ezzy Simmons, 5th grade son of Matt Simmons; Lori Richardson, 4th grade daughter of Willard and Sandra Richardson; and Jayden Willborg, 4th grade daughter of Bobby and Rhonda Willborg. Students that were chosen have displayed excellent citizenship, exceptional academic effort/improvement and good attendance. Simple Simons and Goss Electronics sponsor the Student of the Month program.

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Mena Public Schools Breakfast Menu Monday: 11/10 Pizza Bagel, Applesauce, Juice, Milk Tuesday: 11/11 Breakfast Chicken Biscuit, Pear Halves, Juice, Milk Wednesday: 11/12 Sausage Biscuit, Diced Peaches, Juice, Milk Thursday: 11/13 Pancake, Sausage Link, Applesauce, Juice, Milk Friday: 11/14 Cereal, Toast, Bananas, Juice, Milk Mena Public Schools Lunch Menu Monday: 11/10 Main: Burrito w/ Cheese Sauce, Lettuce & Tomatoes, Refried Beans, Salsa, Apple Wedges, Milk; Choice: Chicken Taco, Lettuce & Tomatoes, Refried Beans, Salsa, Apple Wedges, Milk Tuesday: 11/11 Main: Stromboli, Garden Salad, Baby Carrots, Strawberries, Milk; Choice: Pizza, Garden Salad, Baby Carrots, Strawberries, Milk Wednesday: 11/12 Main: Hot Dog on Bun, Baked Beans, Cucumbers/Celery Sticks, Fritos, Oatmeal Cookie, Orange Smiles, Milk; Choice: BBQ Pork on Bun, Baked Beans, Cucumbers/Celery Sticks, Fritos, Oatmeal Cookie, Orange Smiles, Milk Thursday: 11/13 Main: Turkey & Cheese Sub Sandwich, French Fries, Lettuce/Tomato, Peaches, Milk; Choice: Mini Corndogs, French Fries, Lettuce/Tomato, Peaches, Milk Friday: 11/14 Main: Country Style Beef Pattie, Mashed Potatoes w/ Gravy, Streamed Broccoli, Oatmeal Roll (6-12), Banana, Milk; Choice: Chicken Tenders, Mashed Potatoes w/ Gravy, Streamed Broccoli, Oatmeal Roll (6-12), Banana, Milk Acorn Breakfast Menu Monday: 11/10 No School - Fall Break Tuesday: 11/11 No School - Fall Break Wednesday: 11/12 Cereal, Fruit, Juice, Milk Thursday: 11/13 Morning Sausage Roll, Fruit, Juice, Milk Friday: 11/14 Sausage Biscuit, Fruit, Juice, Milk Acorn Lunch Menu Monday: 11/10 No School - Fall Break Tuesday: 11/11 No School - Fall Break Wednesday: 11/12 Pizza, Salad, Fruit, Milk Thursday: 11/13 Chicken Spaghetti, Garlic Sticks, Corn, Salad, Fruit, Milk Friday: 11/14 Hamburgers, Sandwich Cup, Chips, Cookie, Fruit, Milk Cossatot River School Breakfast Menu Monday: 11/10 Mini Donuts, Grapes, Orange Juice, Milk Tuesday: 11/11 Pancake on a Stick, Watermelon, Apple Juice, Milk Wednesday: 11/12 Cereal, Apple Wedges, Grape Juice, Milk Thursday: 11/13 Breakfast Burrito, Strawberries, Orange Juice, Milk Friday: 11/14 Super Donut, Orange Wedges, Apple Juice, Milk Cossatot River School Lunch Menu Monday: 11/10 Hamburger, French Fries, Lettuce/Tomato, Pickles, Mandarin Oranges, Milk Tuesday: 11/11 Chicken Fajita, Lettuce/Tomato, Cheese, Salsa, Pinto Beans, Peaches, Banana Bread, Milk Wednesday: 11/12 Beef Strips, Mashed Potatoes, Brown Gravy, Tossed Salad w/ Dressing, Fruit Cocktail, Milk Thursday: 11/13 Sub Sandwich, Lettuce/Tomato, Pickles, Corn, Strawberries/Bananas, Milk Friday: 11/14 Vegetable Beef Soup w/ Crackers, Cheese Toast, Broccoli w/ Dressing, Pears, Milk

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M EN A L A D Y C A T S Congratulations

4A STATE VOLLEYBALL CHAMPIONS

#22 DARYAN TORIX - MVP

It started with a dream, Became a belief, Now a REALITY! Congratulations Ladycats, 4A State Champs!

Bailey #10 Love Ya’ll!

Tim & Nana

Way to Go, Ladycats!

You make us proud!

CONGRATULATIONS!!!

Kenzi Spurgin #11 and your team Mena Ladycats... on your STATE CHAMPIONSHIP!!!

"It's a GREAT Day to be a Ladycat!!!!!”

Love, Dad, Mom, Kendra, Aaron & Rayden

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November 5, 2014

MENA LADYCATS • 4A STATE VOLLEYBALL CHAMPIONS

LADYCATS CAPTURE 4A STATE TITLE

... the girls were not interested in stats but rather playing together as a team.

Three’s a Charm!

BY NORM BETZ Mena captured their first-ever 4A State Volleyball Title in Ladycats Head Coach Brad Lyle’s third trip to the State Finals, finishing runner-up the two previous times. This year, Coach Lyle and the Ladycats would not be denied as they defeated the Shiloh Lady Saints, 3-1 (22-25, 25-11, 25-16, 25-20).

-- COACH BRAD LYLE

Congrats, Brooke!

We Love You! Dad, Mom & Emmi

The Ladycats uncharacteristically started off slow in the first set, trailing by as many as nine points, 19-10, before putting together a pair of late runs. The first five point run was guided by the serving of senior Bailey Bunch, while the second run was behind the serve of junior Daryan Torix. Mena cut the lead to one point, trailing 23-22, but ultimately dropped the first set to the Lady Saints, 22-25.

“We usually come out and get the job done, but for some reason these last few days we’ve gotten off to a slower start,” said Lyle. Coach Lyle was referring to the semifinal match-up with Berryville where the Ladycats ended up in uncharted waters going the full five sets for the first time all season.

The Ladycats carried the late set one momentum, into the second set, and handily defeated the Lady Saints, 25-11. Mena led by as many as 14 points on two different occasions during the set, which was highlighted by aces from juniors Kenzi Spurgin and Jordan Ward and timely kills from senior Rachael Wood and juniors Macy Brotherton and Brooke Hines. The Ladycats knotted the sets at 1-all.

Shiloh scored the first three points of the third set and led twice before Mena

Congrats, Ladies on your Championship Season!

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We are so proud of you, Kenzi, and all the girls!

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TEAM WORK

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Keeping together is progress.

Working together is success.

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November 5, 2014

MENA LADYCATS • 4A STATE VOLLEYBALL CHAMPIONS

LADYCATS CAPTURE 4A STATE TITLE

... the girls were not interested in stats but rather playing together as a team.

Three’s a Charm!

BY NORM BETZ Mena captured their first-ever 4A State Volleyball Title in Ladycats Head Coach Brad Lyle’s third trip to the State Finals, finishing runner-up the two previous times. This year, Coach Lyle and the Ladycats would not be denied as they defeated the Shiloh Lady Saints, 3-1 (22-25, 25-11, 25-16, 25-20).

-- COACH BRAD LYLE

Congrats, Brooke!

We Love You! Dad, Mom & Emmi

The Ladycats uncharacteristically started off slow in the first set, trailing by as many as nine points, 19-10, before putting together a pair of late runs. The first five point run was guided by the serving of senior Bailey Bunch, while the second run was behind the serve of junior Daryan Torix. Mena cut the lead to one point, trailing 23-22, but ultimately dropped the first set to the Lady Saints, 22-25.

“We usually come out and get the job done, but for some reason these last few days we’ve gotten off to a slower start,” said Lyle. Coach Lyle was referring to the semifinal match-up with Berryville where the Ladycats ended up in uncharted waters going the full five sets for the first time all season.

The Ladycats carried the late set one momentum, into the second set, and handily defeated the Lady Saints, 25-11. Mena led by as many as 14 points on two different occasions during the set, which was highlighted by aces from juniors Kenzi Spurgin and Jordan Ward and timely kills from senior Rachael Wood and juniors Macy Brotherton and Brooke Hines. The Ladycats knotted the sets at 1-all.

Shiloh scored the first three points of the third set and led twice before Mena

Congrats, Ladies on your Championship Season!

On the Corner of Sherwood and 7th Street in Mena

We are so proud of you, Kenzi, and all the girls!

Ninnie & Paw Gilbert

TEAM WORK

Coming together is a beginning.

Keeping together is progress.

Working together is success.

Henry Ford

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Congratulations to the Mena Ladycats & Coaches!

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imposed their will on the Lady Saints. The Ladycats led by as many 12 points in the set and ultimately put Shiloh away 25-16, to take a 2-1 lead in the match.

The fourth set was an all out battle as Mena was trying to capture their first State Title and Shiloh was trying to stay alive and force a fifth and deciding set.

The two teams put on quite the show tying the score 17 different times during the set. Once the Lady Saints tied the score at 20-all, the Ladycats had had enough and scored the final five points of the set to capture the 4A State Championship, 25-20.

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After the match, Coach Lyle talked about what a special group of girls made up this State Championship team and just how unselfish his players were this season. He never referred to or singled out his six starters all year, instead referring to everyone who played in the regular rotation as starters. He also said the girls were not interested in stats but rather playing together as a team. In fact, when asked by a member of the media after the game about individual statistics, Coach Lyle responded, “Ladycats won the game and we are the State Champs!”

Mena Ladycats end their 4A State Championship season with an overall record of 31-2, while the Shiloh Lady Saints ended their 2014 campaign with 29-4 overall record.

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November 5, 2014

MENA LADYCATS • 4A STATE VOLLEYBALL CHAMPION

“Champions are made from something they have deep inside them a desire, a dream, a vision.”

--MUHAMMAD ALI

You’re Invited!

Community Bonfire 7:30 pm Wednesday, November 5th Student Parking outside of Performing Arts Center.

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We are so proud of you, Rachel & the Ladycat Team.

Congratulations on your Championship!

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Kadence & the crew at Miner’s want to congratulate the Ladycats on winning the State Championship!

We are proud of you!

Lexi #12

Congratulations!

We love you and are so proud of you!

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Your victory earns a place in Mena High School history...

Memories to last a lifetime!

CONGRATULATIONS!

Congratulations, Daryan!

We are so proud of you!

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& the Mena Ladycats!

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Congratulations to the 4A State Champions

Mena Ladycats!

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We will have music entertainment and a performance by the PCDC Carolers.

DOOR PRIZES HOURLY FROM 10 AM - 3 PM The store will close at 1pm on Nov. 6th to prepare for this annual event.

Come and enjoy some music, get some gifts or home decor AND... maybe win a door prize.

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at Mena Regional Health System

Tania Maya, of Wickes, is the proud mother of a baby boy, born on October 26th.

Ariana Blanton, of Mena, is the proud mother of a baby girl, born on October 27th.

Lori Barber and Dustin Stinson, of Hatfield, are the proud parents of a baby girl, born on October 28th.

Crystal and Ryan Reid, of Dierks, are the proud parents of a baby boy, born on October 28th.

Lashea and Aaron Holder, of Hatfield, are the proud par-

ents of a baby girl, born on October 28th.

Candice Cassell and Adam Creekmore, of Mena, are the proud parents of a baby girl, born on October 29th.

Shevy Varner and Joshua Thompson, of Hatfield, are the proud parents of a baby girl, born on October 29th.

Tabitha Schulze and Jerry Standridge, of Cove, are the proud parents of a baby boy, born on October 29th.

Susan Burks and Robert Moller, of Mena, are the proud parents of a baby girl, born on October 31st.

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POLICE

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 October 19, 2014 No criminal reports filed.

October 20, 2014 Bruce Merrill Huber, 27, and Steven Edward Huber, 31, were both charged with possession of a controlled substance (marijuana) and possession of drug paraphernalia after a traffic stop. Bruce Huber was additionally served an outstanding warrant from the Polk County Sheriff’s Office and Steven Huber was served four outstanding felony warrants.

October 21, 2014 Jalinda D. Ryan, 34, of Magnolia was arrested and charged with disorderly conduct after an incident at a local restaurant/motel.

October 22, 2014 Employees at a local convenience store reported a gas skip. The driver later returned to pay for the gas.

Employees at a local discount store reported a shoplifter. Case is pending review of surveillance tapes and interview of any suspects.

October 23, 2014 A local woman reported that her boyfriend had visited her house and had stolen several prescription pain pills.

Case is pending.

Dustin Belknap, 36, was arrested on an outstanding warrant.

October 24, 2014 Report was taken of an altercation between a woman and her boyfriend.

Neither wished to press charges.

Jeffrey C. Terwilliger, 23, of Mena was arrested on an outstanding body attachment warrant.

October 25, 2014 A local woman reported that her car had been egged. She identified the suspects, but did not wish to press charges.

Christa M. Castillo, 38, of Mena was charged with theft-of-property (shoplifting)

after officers were called to a local retail store.

October 26, 2014 Bradley James Crawford, 19 of Mena was arrested and charged with driving with a suspended driver’s license.

Deborah A. O’Neal, 53, of Mena was charged with disorderly conduct after an incident in the emergency room of the local hospital.

Jerry Wayne Allen, 21, of Mena was charged with DWI and speeding after a traffic stop.

October 27, 2014 A local woman reported that someone had broken into her home and had stolen canned goods from a cupboard. Case is pending further investigation.

A local woman reported that someone had broken into her locked vehicle while it was parked at her place of business.

Case is pending.

Jose Clark Mowdy, 19 of Mena was charged with theft of property (shoplifting) and criminal trespass after officers were called to a local retail store.

Richard S. Ingram, 51, of Mena was charged with violation of an order of protection.

October 28, 2014 A local man reported that his wallet was stolen while he was registering at the emergency room at the hospital. Case is pending review of surveillance tapes of the lobby.

Officers responded to a call from the juvenile office and took a 17-year-old Mena belligerent youth into custody.

Ronald Andrew Mowdy, 21, of Mena was charged with inhaling intoxicants after officers received a call of an intoxicated person sitting in a ditch next to a local street.

Tyson Leonard Harris, 40, of Mena was arrested on an outstanding warrant from Tennessee.

October 29, 2014 While patrolling Janssen Park, officers discovered that someone had vandalized the gazebo by removing boards from the skirting and putting garbage under the gazebo. Case is pending.

Alfred Louis Carr, 65 of Harrah, Oklahoma was arrested on an outstanding warrant from Miller County, Arkansas.

October 30, 2014 Officers responded to a domestic disturbance at a local residence. The suspect had left the area, and the victim refused to press charges.

A local man reported that someone had broken into his house and had stolen four half-gallons of whiskey. Case is pending.

A local man reported that someone had broken into his home and had stolen coins, a class ring, and several personal items.

Case is pending.

October 31, 2014 Glenda Lunsford, 60, of Mena was charged with theft-of-property (shoplifting) after officers were called to a local retail store.

A local man reported that on two separate occasions someone has siphoned diesel from his vehicle while it was parked on a lot in Mena. Case is pending.

November 1, 2014 A local woman reported that she was getting ready to get into her vehicle to leave her residence, and she saw a man in

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her car going through the contents. The man casually got out of the vehicle and walked away. Case is pending interview of suspect.

Officers completed an additional 12 reports and worked nine accidents.

Polk County Sheriff’s Department October 27, 2014 Report from complainant on Polk 24 near Cove of the theft of a vehicle valued at $3,500.00. Vehicle was located in another state. Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration.

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The Glass Menagerie

November 5, 2014

BY BRAD STOREY This weekend will be the only chance to see Ouachita Little Theatre's production of Tennessee Williams' The Glass Menagerie, a classic American drama about an unusual family living in St. Louis in the 1930s.

Williams created his characters, to a certain extent, as mirrors of his own life. His play concerns a lower middle class family, the Wingfields, who live in a small apartment with a fire escape serving as their front porch. The family consists of the mother, Amanda, and her two children, both in their early twenties.

Tom, the son, works in a warehouse and yearns to find some adventure in his life, but so far has only found it at the movie theater. Laura, the daughter, is terribly shy, limps slightly, and rarely leaves the house. Amanda, having been abandoned 16 years before by her husband, struggles with both love and worry for her two children. In real life, Tennessee Williams, whose actual first name was Tom, had a mostly absentee father, an intense mother, and a disadvantaged sister.

Williams brings life to this drama by having Amanda, who remembers her own gracious southern upbringing, realize that the only chance for Laura to have a normal life is to have Tom bring home one of the fellows from the warehouse to meet his sister. He does so, creating for his 24-year-old sister her very first “gentleman caller.”

The play will be performed only four times: Friday, Saturday, Sunday afternoon, and Monday; 7:30 evenings, 2:30 on Sunday. OLT's cast consists of Katelin Haines as Amanda, Austin Kain as Tom, Katie O'Rear as Laura, and Ethan Moe as the gentleman caller. Nicholas Worth plays Tom on Saturday night and Tara Cornelius plays Laura on Monday night.

This is the first time that OLT has presented a play with only a week between productions, having just finished a two week run of Bell, Book, and Candle. If you have never seen one of Tennessee Williams' creations, you might consider coming to this. Williams' portrayal of real life on the stage is second to none.

The play is directed by Brad Storey and assisted by Jefferson Smith. Tickets are $8 for adults and $5 for students and seniors. Information at (479) 234-2321.

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Moments from America’s History Virtue and Self-Government

HISTORY

IN THE NEWS One Year Ago:

November 5, 2014

BY JEFF OLSON By the time you read this, the American people will have completed voting in mid-term elections all across the nation, many in hopes of changing the direction of our country. The issues and concerns are of such gravity and magnitude that there may well be a LOCAL stronger than normal voter turnout in this election cycle. At this writing I don't know whether or not this will come to pass, but it cer1. Mission Complete: WWII Seaman's tainly needs to. Perhaps more Americans will at least temporarily allow the good of the country to trump individual pursuits and personal autonomy. These certainly would be moments from America's history which could contribute to the long-term solutions so desMedals Returned to His Family and perately needed.

"Lost Love" However, this alone won't be sufficient to cure what ails our republic. It's not enough just to have elections and still it is not 2. FBC Hosts National Reset Movement enough to even have elections with record voter participation. By design, our constitutional republic requires an active, responsible, 3. U.S.F.S. Set to Reveal Environmental and informed electorate in order for all levels of government to function according to their intent and design. Just as a river cannot Analysis for Wolf Pen Gap Train System reach higher than its source, neither can or should our government reach any higher (or further) than its source - the U.S Constitution and the American people. One historian stated that in a republic each man must somehow be persuaded to submerge his personal wants into the greater NATIONAL good of the whole. This willingness of the individual to sacrifice his/her private interests for the good of the community used to be called public virtue 1. Gay Rights In Workplace Bill and I think we could agree that this is in short supply today. Perhaps this is because private virtue is also in short supply.......

Advances In Senate Many of our Founders were concerned about the virtue and morality of their descendants, for they knew that without these qualities the Constitution they had written and the republican system of government which it provided could not be maintained. As James Madison said, "Is there 2. Young Avoid New Health Plans no virtue among us? If there be not, we are in a wretched situation. No theoretical checks, no form of government, can render us secure. To sup3.

HHS: Expect Outages At pose that any form of government will secure liberty or happiness without any virtue in the people, is a chimerical [imaginary] idea. If there be suffiHealthCare.Gov cient virtue and intelligence in the community, it will be exercised in the selection of these men; so that we do not depend upon their virtue, or put confidence in our rulers, but in the people who are to choose them."

Virtue is not a natural trait inherent in man. Within the human condition it has to be taught, exemplified and learned and it needs to be exercised, cultivated, and even challenged on a regular basis. Our Founders looked to the institutions of the home, church, and school to fuel the fires of virtue from generation to generation. In this we have fallen short, but to rekindle those fires is a must if we are to restore our republic from the ground up, to reclaim the religious heritage and civil social order of our inheritance, to once again become a culture - a nation of free people capable of self-government. Samuel Adams stated, "I thank God that I have lived to see my country independent and free. She may long enjoy her independence and freedom if she will. It depends on her virtue." As Benjamin Franklin noted, "Only a virtuous people are capable of freedom. As nations become more corrupt and vicious, they have more need of masters." In Edmund Burke's words, "What is liberty without wisdom and without virtue? It is the greatest of all possible evils; for it is folly, vice, and madness, without tuition or restraint."

The elections are over, but our job is not. Each person elected will take an oath of office, d for such they must be held accountable. Again, James Madison; "The aim of every political Constitution, is or ought to be first to obtain for rulers men who possess most wisdom to discern, and most virtue to pursue, the common good of society; and in the next place, to take the most effectual precautions for keeping them virtuous whilst they continue to hold their public trust."

Rich Mountain Community College is seeking comments from the public about the College in preparation for its periodic evaluation by its regional accrediting agency.

The College will host a visit March 2,3,4 2015, with a team representing the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association.

Rich Mountain Community College has been accredited by the Commission since 1990. The team will review the institution’s ongoing ability to meet the Commission’s Criteria for Accreditation.

The public is invited to submit comments regarding the college: Public Comment on Rich Mountain Community College The Higher Learning Commission 230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500 Chicago, IL 60604-1411 The public may also submit comments on the Commission’s Web site at www.ncahlc.org.

Comments must address substantive matters related to the quality of the institution or its academic programs. Comments must be in writing.

All comments must be received by February 4, 2015.

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Thursday, 11/6 * 11:30 a.m. – Rotary Club of Polk County/Mena meets at Papa’s Mexican Café. Contact Lisa Martin at 216-3383 or Charles Pitman at 216-4882 for more info. * 12:00 – 3:00 p.m. Son Lighters In Action Card Shop, 3671 Hwy 8 West. For more information, call 2160719 * 5:30 p.m. - Weight Watchers - meet at Dallas Avenue Baptist church Family Life Center. Call 479-234-2297 for more information. * 6:30 p.m. Mena Community Chorus will be practicing for their Christmas Program, First United Methodist Church; 9th and Port Arthur Sts. For more information, call Vicki at 479-234-1109. * 6:30 p.m. – Narcotics Anonymous – meeting at Saint Agnes Church in the basement. * 7:00 p.m. – Al-Anon – a support group for anyone affected by someone else’s

Meeting – 812 Hwy 71 S., Mena. * 7:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous – 12 +12 Study at ABC Club across from Chopping Block, 1159 Hwy 71 S., Mena.

For information call 394-7396 or 2345419.

Tuesday, 11/11 * 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. – Chamber of Commerce Coffee, Stewman’s Flowers, 817 Mena Street. * 10:00 a.m. – Veteran’s Day Celebration Parade, sponsored by Local Veteran’s Organizations; Ceremony 11:00 a.m. sponsored by The Emblem Club; Appreciation Lunch 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. sponsored by several local businesses. * 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Polk County Family Mission will be open in the 9th Street Ministries building. * 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. –“Art Day”, Mena Art gallery, 607 Mena Street. Come join other artists, from beginners to pros, working on their individual projects in the gallery classroom. For more information, call 479-394-3880. * 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – FREE Delicious Lunch at Vegetarian Soup Kitchen, Mena Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 149 Polk Rd 43 (Fairground Road), Mena,, 479-394-7404. Take –out is available. All are welcome! * 12:00 – 3:00 p.m. Son Lighters in Action Card Shop, 3671 Hwy 8 West.

For more information, call 216-0719. * 5:15 p.m. – Cyclists and Walkers: The Ouachita Cycling Club meets at the Visitor’s Information Center on Earthquake Ridge. Please come join us.

Everyone is welcome. * 5:30 p.m. – Second Tuesday Book Club meets at Christ Episcopal Church, Annex Building, 809 Church Street. If you enjoy reading good books, The Second Tuesday Book Club is looking for additional members. For more information, call 394-1482 or 394-6221. * 6:00 p.m. – Narcotics Anonymous Meeting, 812 Hwy 71 S, Mena. * 8:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous, First United Methodist Church, 9th & Port Arthur. For information 479-234-2887 or 479-234-3043.

Wednesday, 11/12 * 11:30 a.m. – MHS Class of ’59 monthly luncheon at Pizza Hut, Dutch treat.

Spouses and friends welcome. If you have questions, call 394-6221 or 3944478. * 12 Noon – Mena Lioness Lions Club monthly meeting at the Lime Tree Restaurant. For more information, call 243-3752. Guests welcome.

* 1:00 p.m. Polk County Sociable Seniors lunch, Little Italy, 180 Hwy 71 East #13, Glenwood. Meet & carpool at Walmart by the gas pumps, toward the fences, around 11:45, leave at noon. If the weather is bad, we will eat at New China.

For information, call 243-0191. * 6:00 p.m. – Narcotics Anonymous Meeting, 812 Hwy 71 S., Mena. * 6:00 p.m. – DABC Celebrate Recovery, Room 112, 300 Dallas Avenue, Mena. A Christ centered, biblical approach to breaking free of addictive and dysfunctional behaviors. Join us. For more information call 479-394-2697. * 7:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous – Book Study, ABC Club across from Chopping Block, 1159 Hwy 71 S., Mena.

For information call 394-7396 or 2345419.

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drinking, meets at the First United Methodist church, 9th & Port Arthur, Mena.

Call Dotty at 479-437-3111 or Sarah 479234-3620 for more information.

Friday, 11/7 * 1:00 –3:00 p.m. – Fiber Group will meet a Mena Art Gallery, 607 Mena Street.

Come and bring your project and join this group working with a variety of fibers. * 1:30 p.m. - The Vandervoort Elementary will be having their annual Veteran’s Day program in the cafetorium.

All veterans and community members are invited to attend. * 7:00 p.m. –Overeaters Anonymous – meets At Christ Episcopal Church, 803 Church Avenue. No dues, no fees, no weigh-ins, no diets, call 501-413-4498 or 479-394-4240. * 7:00 p.m. – Narcotics Anonymous Meeting - 812 Hwy 71South, Mena * 8:00p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous meets at the ABC Club across from Chopping Block, 1159 Hwy 71S, Mena, For info call, 394-7396 or 234-5419.

Saturday, 11/8 * 8:30 a.m. – Home Front Warriors CMA Chapter 377 Breakfast Bible Study at the Lime Tree Restaurant. Public is invited. * 6:00 p.m. – PCVO Bingo at American Legion Building, Hwy 71 N., Acorn. * 8:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous meets at the ABC Club across from Chopping Block, 1159 Hwy 71 S., Mena, For info, call 394-7396 or 234-5419 Sunday, 11/9 * 2:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous, ABC Club across from Chopping Block, 1159 Hwy 71 S. For information call 3947396 or 234-5419. * 6:30 p.m. – Narcotics Anonymous meeting at Saint Agnes Church in the basement.

Monday, 11/10 * 5:00 p.m. – Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS), Hatfield City Hall. For more information call 870-389-6678. * 6:00 p.m. – The Polk County Republican Committee will be meeting at the Polk County Library, North Room, Corner of 8th & Port Arthur Streets. All are Welcome * 6:00 p.m. – PCVO Bingo, American Legion Building, Hwy 71 N., Acorn. * 6:00 p.m. – FREE Weightloss Warriors – First National Bank across from Depot.

For information call 437-3560. * 6:30 p.m. – Boy Scouts of America Troop 92 meets at First United Methodist Church, Everyone is welcome to attend. * 6:00 p.m. – Narcotics Anonymous

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* RED HAT HOTTIES are volunteering at Mena Manor the 1st Monday of each month for BINGO sessions with residents.

They also hold BINGO at Rich Mountain Nursing on the 2nd Monday of each month. Additional volunteers are needed for each of these activities. For more information call Charlie at 870-3343010 or Connie at 479-437-3766. * THE OUACHITA AMATEUR RADIO ASSOCIATION will have their Monthly Club Meeting Saturday, November 8 at 12 Noon at the Lime Tree Inn in Mena.

Testing will be available. * MENA HEAD START is taking applications for preschool Children 3-5 and Earl Head Start Children, birth – 3. The program is free to those who qualify.

For an application come by Mena Head Start at 606 Pine Avenue, 8:00-3:00 Monday thru Friday. For more information call 479-437-3733. * THROUGH DECEMBER 31, view the Gift of Christmas Show at the Mena Art Gallery. The show includes painting, photography and three-dimensional work. Gallery hours are Tuesday 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. & Wednesday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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Clean & Comfortable Housing since 1969, J Ray & Maria’s MH Park and Rentals, Hwy 71N, Mena, 479-394TFN 1252.

For Sale: Solid Wood Espresso Console/Sofa Table with drawer and bottom shelf. In good condition. Asking $200.

TFN/INH Call or text 479-216-3091.

Montgomery County Nursing Home & Assisted Living are needing a Part-Time LPN to work at both facilities.

Could be as much as full time some months. Please apply within. Inquire at 870-867-2156, Pam Loomis, 11/5 RN. RN’s welcome to apply.

J & N Dozer – Dozer, Trackhoe, Backhoe, Dumptruck, 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 TFN 479-234-1357.

Report from complainant on Polk 61 near the Big Fork community of persons on ATVs trespassing on their property.

Report from a Hatfield man of problems with custody issues. Officer advised both parties to speak with their attorney.

Report of a domestic disturbance on Highway 8 East near Mena. One of the parties left the residence for the evening.

Report from complainant on Polk 48 near the Potter community of $100.00 in damages to a vehicle window.

Investigation continues.

Report of a disturbance led to a 17year-old Mena female being issued a Juvenile Citation for Domestic Battery 3rd Degree and a 16-year-old Mena male being issued a Juvenile Citation for Disorderly Conduct. Both juveniles were released to the custody of parent/guardians.

October 28, 2014 Report from a business in Mena of the theft of rented electronics, valued at $2,600.00. Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration.

Report of suspicious behavior led to a 17-year-old Mena male being issued

1999 Lincoln Towncar 70” Stretch Limousine, 150,000 miles, $8,500 OBO, 479-234-1937 11/19

Daniel’s Carpentry and Painting. Home repair and painting. Small to medium jobs. Also lawn and garden 11/19 work. Call 870-334-2068.

Christmas For Sale – Artificial 6ft tree w/stand, wreaths, ornaments (some collectibles), musical stuffed animals, Like new and priced to sell. Call Clarissa at 479-234-9654.

Juvenile Citations for Possession of a Schedule II Controlled Substance, Inhaling Certain Intoxicating Compounds and Disorderly Conduct. A 15-year-old Hatfield female was issued a Juvenile Citation for Possession of a Schedule II Controlled Substance.

Arrested was Daniel R. Stidham, 50, of Mena, on Warrants for Failure to Appear and Failure to Comply with a Court Order.

October 29, 2014 Report from complainant on Polk 119 near Mena of being harassed by an acquaintance. Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration.

Report from a Wickes man of being threatened by an acquaintance.

Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration.

October 30, 2014 Arrested by a trooper with the Arkansas State Police was Brandee A. Lingo, 33, of Norman, on Charges of Careless/Prohibited Driving, Driving with a Suspended Driver’s License, No License Plate, No Liability Insurance and a Montgomery County Warrant.

Arrested by an officer with the Grannis Police Department was Kimberly H. Gunn, 28, of Wickes, on a Charge of Assault 3rd

Red Hat Garage Sale – Sat., Nov 8 at 210 Dickson Road, 8:30 – 1:00 p.m. TVs, clothes, jewelry, books, misc. Something 11/5 for everyone.

Large moving/yard sale Friday and Saturday, November 7-8 8am-2pm. No Early Customers Please. I have to take kids to school. Sale is from one family moving and 4 others, so there will be a huge variety of items and sizes in clothing. Lots of houseware items, toys, a reclining chair, desk chair, plant stand, bedding, Christmas decor and much more.

480 Polk 74. Take first right past Handy Hardware for two miles.

Price Reduced from $45,000 to $30,000 or Make Offer. 6.7 Wooded Acres outside of Mena. Has well, electric and a partial small home. Lots of deer, turkey and other wildlife. Need to Sell. Call 903-733-3965.

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October 31, 2014 Report from complainant on Polk 30 near Hatfield of the theft of household items. Investigation continues.

Report from complainant on Polk 30 near Hatfield of the theft of a generator valued at $1,100.00. Investigation continues.

Report from complainant on Highway 8 East near the Big Fork community of a bullet hole in a vehicle door, causing $500.00 in damages.

Arrested was Ethan A. Ross, 20, of Mena, on a Warrant for Probation Violation and Breaking or Entering.

November 1, 2014 Report from complainant on Polk 30 near Hatfield of the theft of electronics, tools and alcohol, all valued at $1,750.00.

Investigation continues.

Arrested was John C. Sullivan, 26, of DeQueen, on a Warrant for Criminal Impersonation 2nd Degree and Failure to Appear.

November 2, 2014 Report from complainant on Highway 8 East near the Big Fork community of an unauthorized person on their property.

Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration.

Reports from complainants on Polk 44

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near Mena of several gunshots led to the arrest of Rodney D. Rowland, 35, of Mena, on a Charge of Disorderly Conduct.

Also arrested was Cody R. Hughes, 34, of Mena, on a Charge of Disorderly Conduct.

Arrested was David A. Pajuodis, 38, of Mena, on a Warrant for Failure to Appear.

Polk County Sheriff’s Office worked three vehicle accidents this week.

Polk County Detention Center Jail Population: 31 Incarcerated Inmates; 14 Inmates currently on the Waiting List for a State Facility, of which 2 are currently out of jail on a monitoring system.Arrested by an officer with the Grannis Police Department was Kimberly H. Gunn, 28, of Wickes, on a Charge of Assault 3rd Degree.

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I buy Sterling Silverware forks, knives, and spoons. May be damaged but must be marked ‘sterling.’ I buy pre-1965 U.S. Silver Coins. Top prices paid for pre-1935 U.S. Silver Dollars and also one ounce rounds and bars. Dan’s Pawn, TFN 100 Hwy 71S at 1st Street, Mena, 479-394-5515.

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