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City of Mena Welcomes Fowler as New Tapley Park Director BY MELANIE BUCK William Rainey of the M e n a Advertising a n d Promotion Commission (Mena A&P) h a s announced Nathan Fowler as the new Director of Aubrey Tapley Park, which boasts baseball and soccer fields, walking CONTINUED ON PAGE 10
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Severe thunderstorm warnings and two lightning delays couldn’t keep die hard Bearcat fans from weathering last week’s Friday Homecoming game as Mena’s undefeated boys of Fall continue their winning streak. Now 6-0 for the season and 3-0 in conference play, the Bauxite win demonstrates the team’s strength offensively and defensively as 21 of the 42 Bearcat points were scored by defenders. The team will travel to Arkadelphia Friday, October 17 and the game will be broadcast LIVE online at MyPulseNews TV.
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Bowen Resigns as CEO from MRHS
BY LEANN DILBECK The Mena Hospital Commission has accepted the resignation of its CEO/Administrator Tim Bowen, effective January 7, 2015. Bowen has accepted a president’s position with the Integris Health System based out of Oklahoma. David Gilbert, vice-chairman for the commission said that it was a tremendous loss for the hospital. “We are very disappointed to be losing Tim. We were very blessed to have had him for as long as we did but he is accepting an opportunity that no intelligent, bright, articulate and well-educated man would pass up.” Bowen admitted that it has been a very difficult decision, citing that he has passed up other opportunities but this was one that more than peaked his interest and ambition. “It has been my privilege to serve my hometown of Mena and MRHS. My time here has been richly rewarding and I owe all my success to the hospital staff, physicians and CONTINUED ON PAGE 8
Roberts Receives Another Continuance in Death Penalty BY LEANN DILBECK Karl D. R o b e r t s appeared in Polk County Circuit Court Wednesday, October 8, but his defense team argued and received another continuance, claiming that they had not received notice of the hearing, and their witnesses were CONTINUED ON PAGE 9
39th Annual CMA Changing of the Colors Rally & Fall Foliage Festival
BY MELANIE BUCK The thunderous roar of thousands of motorcycles can be heard around the county this week as the Christian Motorcycle Association (CMA) welcomes approximately 3,000 of its members from across the world to the 39th Annual Changing of the Colors Rally held at their International Headquarters on Iron CONTINUED ON PAGE 7
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October 15, 2014
Ferguson Benefit Raises Money and Restores Hope
BY MELANIE BUCK A benefit dinner and silent auction was held for Mena native Craig Ferguson on Saturday, October 11 at the Polk County Fairgrounds. Ferguson was diagnosed with kidney failure in April of this year and if all goes as planned, will receive a kidney transplant in early 2015 from his sister, Amy Ledbetter, of Mena. Over 250 people attended the event in support of the siblings who are still in the testing phase, awaiting the final transplant date to be set. The family is thankful for all of the individuals and businesses who donated to the event and who continue to pray for them. Ledbetter stated, “We’re just taken aback and very amazed at the turn-out.” Over $10,000 was raised to help with medical expenses associated with the transplant. She added, “I’m so glad to call this place my hometown because it’s just wonderful how everyone pulls together in times like this. The Lord is so good and our community is just awesome. Thank you for all the prayers, that’s the most important thing to us, all of the support.” Judith Kelly, who considers herself an ‘Honorary Ferguson’ and assisted with organizing the fundraiser, credits the Ferguson family with the success. She expressed her gratitude to all the businesses and the tremendous community support that was shown at the fundraiser. Charles Kelly of Chicago won the storage building and is donating the sale of it back to Ferguson. Ledbetter referenced scripture when talking about how such a small tight-knit community looks out for one another and said Isaiah 41:6 sums it all up: They helped every one his neighbour; and every one said to his brother, Be of good courage. Donations can still be made to assist Craig and Amy by calling Judith Kelly at 479243-7557 or Amy at 479-216-4577.
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hey helped every one his neighbour; and every one said to his brother, Be of good courage.” - Isaiah 41:6
3rd Annual Fields of Faith Held
Mena held its 3rd Annual Fields of Faith event at Bearcat Stadium on Wednesday, October 8. Fields of Faith is a national event that brings thousands of youth to the field to join others in their walk with Christ. Many of Polk County’s youth as well as students from neighboring schools attended the event.
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[MENA] – The Polk County flu clinic scheduled for October 20th, 2014 at the Polk County Health Unit has been postponed due to a delay in shipment from the flu vaccine’s distributor. The new flu clinic date will be announced as soon as it is rescheduled. The Arkansas Department of Health recommends getting the flu vaccine wherever it is available (pharmacies, other health care providers). It is very important for pregnant women to get their flu shot. Call Polk County Health Unit 479-394-2707 to ensure the vaccine is available.
City-Wide Fall Clean-Up Dates Announced
The City of Mena’s 11th Annual Fall Clean-Up is scheduled to begin on Monday, October 27, 2014. Only yard waste items will be picked up. Due to state law, construction debris and lumber cannot be picked up. Items must be at curb side prior to Monday, October 27th. New for 2014, it is required that smaller items such as small limbs, gum balls, and leaves be placed in garbage bags.
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Issue 3 Hot Topic of Debate
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BY MELANIE BUCK A hot topic on the November ballot for Arkansas voters is Issue Number 3. As election day is less than a month away, supporters and opponents are actively advocating either for or against the Issue that will appear on the ballot for Arkansas voters to ultimately determine the fate. Officially, Issue 3 is ‘The Arkansas Elected Officials Ethics, Transparency, and Financial Reform Act of 2014.” The proposed amendment’s main issues are: • Regulating contributions candidates receive for state or local office • Barring gifts from lobbyists to certain state officials • To provide a citizens’ commission to set salaries of certain state officials • To set term limits for members of the Arkansas General Assembly Originally, the combination of issues was proposed as separate amendments, all authored by different legislators. As a compromise, the issues were grouped together to gain support for putting the changes before voters. The section of Issue 3 that is actually the key item of debate is Section 5, which deals with term limits. The proposal is to re-set term limits for members of the House and Senate. Currently, members of the House of Representatives are limited to 6 years total (three two-year terms) and Senators are limited to a total of 8 years (two four-year terms). Under the proposed amendment, both terms would be extended to 16 years total, regardless of the chamber. The first part of the amendment, Section 1, deals with ‘gifts from lobbyists.’ The amendment states that executive constitutional officers, members of the House and Senate, Justices, and Judges, would be prohibited from soliciting or accepting a gift from a lobbyist or anyone acting on behalf of a lobbyist. A gift is defined as “a payment, entertainment, advance, service or other item of value that is given without something of equal value in return.” The penalty for accepting gifts would be a Class B misdemeanor and the guilty party could be placed in jail for up to 90 days and pay a fine of up to $1000. Section 2 of the amendment would create an Independent Citizens’ Commission for the purpose of setting salaries for executive constitutional officers, members of the House and Senate, Justices, and Judges. The Commission would have to consider the overall economic condition of the state in making their decisions. All salaries would be paid in monthly installments and no single adjustment can be made at one time that exceeds 15% of the salary level at that time. It also provides guidelines for reimbursements and per diem given to those the Commission sets salaries for. Campaign Contributions are the subject of Section 3. It states that any candidate running for office cannot accept contributions from anyone except: an individual, a political party, a county political party committee, and legislative caucus committee, or an approved political action committee. Currently, Arkansas code limits amounts contributed to $2,000 per election VISA from individuals and $2,500 per political party. If passed, these limits would then be set by the MASTERCARD Arkansas General Assembly. DISCOVER Section 4 proposes that no former member of the Arkansas General Assembly will be eligible to register as a lobbyist until 2 years after the end of their elected term. House Representative Nate Bell summed up the amendment and stated, “This proposed amendment was the result of several government ethics groups working together with liberal and conservative legislators to present a balanced proposal. When ultimately presented to the legislature for a decision, it was presented in the form that is now on the ballot. In addition to the proposed changes to term limits, Issue 3 makes corporate contributions to candidates ille-
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Selected Sidewalks Receiving Necessary Repairs
BY MELANIE BUCK The City of Mena continues its efforts to repair devastation delivered by a tornado that ripped through town on April 9, 2009. Sidewalks on the west side of town are the newest recipients of FEMA monies as work has begun to repair the rest of the damage that was left in the wake of that fateful day. As this week’s rain has delayed work, the Mayor’s office released the locations of areas that are on the list to receive new or repaired sidewalks. Work began last Thursday to fix sidewalks located on Magnolia Street. The locations, which are in no specific order, are as follows: Handi-cap ramps are to be installed on 7th and Church Streets, 8th and Hickory, 8th and Port Arthur (3 ramps), 9th and Church, 9th and Hickory, and 10th and Walnut. On 7th Street, from Church to Walnut, 420 ft. of sidewalk and 24 ft. on Hickory and 7th Streets. On 8th Street, from Hickory to Walnut, 140 ft. and on 8th, from Church to Port Arthur, 162 ft. On 9th Street, from Port Arthur to Magnolia, 208 ft. and on 10th Street, from Magnolia to Walnut, 62 ft. The sidewalks to be repaired were designated by FEMA in 2010. The last FEMA payment for rebuilding and repairing was received in 2012 and the state aid portion was received in 2013.
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gal. It makes it illegal for an elected official to accept any gift from a lobbyist that isn't also offered to the general public. Issue 3 makes it illegal for the legislature to raise pay for state elected officials and judges and sets up an independent citizens commission to establish and monitor those salaries. Issue 3 makes it illegal for a member of the legislature to leave the legislature and become a paid lobbyist without a 2-year cooling off period. I believe each of these issues are important questions of ethics and transparency. I support some of the provisions in Issue 3 and oppose others. I voted to refer this ballot question to voters because I believe Arkansas voters are more than capable of deciding these issues for themselves.” To find out more about this Issue and others that will be included on the ballot in November, visit the University of Arkansas Public Policy Center website for non-partisan facts at www.uaex.edu/ppc.
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Geologist Sandra Chandler of the Arkansas Geological Survey in Little Rock presented "Arkansas Rocks & Minerals" to a group of about twenty-five at the Cove Branch of Polk County Library on Wednesday afternoon, October 8th. The children and adults viewed, handled, and even tasted a wide variety of beautiful rock samples. The participants joined in an intriguing and informative discussion with the geologist about the composition and usage of the various minerals.
You will be amazed as you witness Paul Daily take an unridden horse and within the span of 2 hours saddle and ride it around the arena.
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Mena Native Clay Newcomb to be Key Note Speaker at Upcoming Sportsman’s Banquet
Pastor Scott O’Rear, of First Baptist Church Hatfield, has announced Clay Newcomb as the guest speaker for the church’s annual Sportsman’s Banquet to be held on November 1 at 6 p.m. at the church, located on Hwy. 71 South in Hatfield. Newcomb is a native to Mena and is the owner and publisher of Bear Hunting Magazine and the founder and owner of Arkansas Bear and Buck Journal. Newcomb is passionate about the outdoors and has “a deep appreciation and respect for the black bear.” He lives near Fayetteville, Ark., with his wife and four children. He views being a family man as his primary calling. Being involved deeply with his home church where he serves as an elder, he considers it “his primary place of resource, personal development, and strength for life.” Newcomb stated that he will bring Boone and Crockett mounts, stories of being a publisher and stories of his travels to the banquet, “ I will talk about my faith and how it overlays my career and the outdoors.” Tickets for the event must be purchased in advance by calling 870-389-6412. Cost of the meal is $5 per person or $10 max per family. Door prizes will also be given away. BY MELANIE BUCK
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"I believe our road system is currently in the best overall condition it has ever been in. As we continue through our 10 year plan, it will only get better.”
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Local CASA Volunteers Receive High Honors
BY MELANIE BUCK Local CASA Volunteers Ken and Anna Marks and local CASA Director Cynthia Martin received awards at the 2014 State CASA Conference. CASA, which stands for Court Appointed Special Advocates, supports and promotes court-appointed advocates for abused or neglected children in order to provide children with a safe and healthy environment in permanent homes. They insure that foster children don’t fall into the cracks of the system. Each volunteer goes through extensive background checks and 30 hours of education. Volunteers must have 12 hours of continuing education each year after that to continue the program. Ken and Anna Marks have been CASA volunteers for more than 3 years and have advocated for 27 children. They received the Heart of CASA Award for Outstanding Advocacy. Martin said of the couple, “They are wonderful and incredibly passionate about the work that they do when it comes to advocating for these children. They take cases in Polk and Sevier Counties and have a total of 4 cases right now, which is a huge load. They regularly visit the children on these cases. They also help with every fundraiser that CASA has. They are always donating their time. They will cook for us or do anything that we ever possibly need to help the children that they advocate for,” stated Martin. Anna Marks said of the joy she’s received through CASA, “The reason we got into this was basically, we wanted to give back to our community. What we get out of it is seeing a difference. You may think the kids aren’t getting anything out of it. But if the children are old enough, they realize you are there just for them. They realize you aren’t asking them questions about what has happened and you’re just there being a person that cares about them, checking in, making sure they are being taken care of, and just being theirs for no other reason. When you go on each visit and these little guys come up and give you a hug and you see how much it means to them for you just showing up, it just says it right there.” Ken Marks stated, “I like the idea of having a say in the court system. You actually get to write a report and make recommendations and a lot of times the judges at least pay attention to it and read it. It actually gives me a sense of satisfaction knowing I’ve been a little piece of what’s being done.” Cynthia Martin has been involved with CASA for many years, volunteering in Houston 8 years ago and continuing her passion when she moved to Mena. Martin, who has been director of Polk County’s CASA organization for 6 years, oversees Polk and Montgomery Counties and just took on Sevier County, as well. Martin has 24 volunteers now that take care of children in all 3 counties. She received the Arkansas CASA Superstar Award for Outstanding Advocacy. “She does a real good job. She takes care of a lot of business. Just adding the third county was just a great example of what a good job she does,” said Ken. Martin, who is quite modest about her award said, “We’re able to provide an advocate for every child that comes through the system in Polk and Montgomery Counties and a lot of programs are not able to say that. We’ve been able to do that for a number of years and the fact that I was willing to take on an extra county and try to expand and provide advocates for all of those children were the merits they used to honor me with the award.”
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Evans Winner of Inaugural Jim Richardson Memorial Cup
BY JACLYN ROSE Saturday, October 13, the Ouachita Men’s Golf Association (OMGA) met to award its inaugural Jim Richardson Memorial Cup to the golfer with the highest score throughout their season. Presenting the award was OMGA president, Bob Tillman and Lorelei Richardson, widow of the late Jim Richardson. “This year when we had our organization meeting we decided to make it the Jim Richardson Cup in recognition of one of our golfers that was well loved and a really good golfer. We started in March, when daylight savings started, and we kept a running total of who had the most points for the Jim Richardson Cup. Archie Evans won the last tournament and won the Jim Richardson Cup,” explained Tillman. “It is such an honor to have won this award, everyone liked Jim a lot and we miss him. I will take good care of the trophy,” said Evans. The OMGA meets regularly to golf at the Ouachita Golf Course and invites any member of the community who would like to join to come out. The OMGA is the only local group that allows a golfer to set a handicap that can be carried with them to other golf courses. [LEFT]: As The Pulse first reported in its October 1 issue, the OMGA re-named its annual award in honor of one of its former members, Jim Richardson. His widow, Lorelei, was present during Saturday’s final tournament of the season to make the presentation.
Changing of the Colors Rally & Fall Foliage Festival
Mountain in Hatfield, Arkansas. In addition to CMA’s annual rally, the Mena/Polk County Chamber of Commerce will hold it’s first Fall Foliage Festival to be held in Janssen Park on Saturday, October 18.
Festivities will begin Wednesday, October 15, at the CMA Iron Mountain Facilities and continue through Saturday, October 18. The event is open to the public and registration is complimentary to Polk County residents who are not mem-
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bers of CMA. Activities include nightly revival services for adults that include times of worship, testimony, prayer, and learning, along with plenty of fellowship. Each evening, children, ages 4-12, can participate in the Kidz for Christ group held in the Iron Mountain Room, which includes puppets, singing, and fun biblical learning. Youth, ages 12-18, can join in the Youth Movement in Iron Mountain’s Youth Pavilion and enjoy activities such as musical routines, talent shows, and learning how to walk with Christ. There will also be vendors, seminars, and nightly fundraisers with proceeds benefitting local charities. The two events will meld together on Saturday as registration for CMA’s ‘Run for the Son’ 5K is scheduled to begin at the Fall Foliage Festival location in Janssen Park at 7 a.m. on Saturday with the race beginning at 7:30 a.m. The CMA Bike Stunt Show will be held next to the Festival site, at the First Baptist Church. Spectators can catch the show at 1:30 p.m. and 4 p.m. The Fall Foliage Festival is presented by the local Chamber of Commerce who wishes to give tourists a full schedule of events to participate in while enjoying Mena’s scenic changing of the colors each fall. Activities for the Cake Walk • Games Festival include a chili cook-off, a punkin’ chunkin’ contest, Kids’ Korner activities, a Horse Rides • Mule Rides Razorback tailgate event, and more, ending Chili Cook-Off the day with a smoke screen movie, Saving Silent Dessert Auction Mr. Banks.
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Wood & Buschman Place in State Powerlifting Championship
[MENA] Larry Wood of Ouachita Wellness and Sports Center and Dr. Paul Buschman of Mena Regional Health System competed Saturday, October 4 in the Arkansas State Championship Powerlifting Meet at Russellville, Arkansas. Larry Wood won first place in the Master's Division (ages 50-55), 259 Pound Weight Class. Larry squatted 460 pounds, bench pressed 410 pounds, and dead lifted 300 (limited by injury), for a combined total of 1170 pounds. Dr. Paul Buschman won second place in the Men's Open Division, Super Heavy Weight Class. Dr. Buschman squatted 650 pounds, bench pressed 350 pounds, and dead lifted 625 pounds, totaling 1625 pounds overall. Larry Wood has previously competed successfully in bodybuilding. Dr. Buschman is new to the sport of powerlifting; the state championship was his first meet. Dr. Buschman was a successful Division I track and field athlete as an undergraduate, throwing the discus and shot put. He has only been lifting weights for the last 14 months, getting back into strength training 13 years after his collegiate track and field expired.
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commissioners for giving me my first opportunity. I would not be where I am today without them and I will be forever grateful for it.” Gilbert said that Bowen leaves the hospital in excellent shape and that with his outstanding job performance at MRHS, he only expects tremendous career growth for him, “He has unlimited growth potential.” Bowen will remain another 90-days and assist the commission as they launch their search to find his replacement and thus, the transition of leadership. Bowen is grateful for his time at MRHS, “Please accept my sincere thanks to you for allowing me to serve as the Chief Executive Officer for the last three years. Together we have strengthened the operations of the hospital, brought great improvement in the quality of services, expanded our access to our patients, and strengthen the community perception. I am confident that I leave the hospital in sound financial and operational condition with a solid management team in place. I wish you all the very best of continued success in the years to come.”
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Lioness Fundraiser Raises Thousands for the Community
[MENA] Mena Lioness Lions recently held their annual Auction Fundraiser at the new Ouachita Center at Rich Mountain Community College. The fundraiser has become one of Mena’s finest social events, responsible for raising more than $18,000 to benefit local charities. [PHOTO BY STEVE MOSLEY]
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not available. The new hearing date has not yet been set. It was just over one year ago that Karl D. Roberts stated, “I would like to live but at the same time I am bound by law to take responsibility for the wrongs I’ve done. I’m ready to go,” when he appeared in Polk County Circuit Court in September 2013. In May of 2000, Roberts was convicted for the 1999 rape and strangulation murder of his 12-year old niece (by marriage) Andi Brewer. He was sentenced to die by lethal injection. Roberts waived his right to challenge his conviction and sentence in 2000 in Polk County Circuit Court. As is customary in death penalty cases, the Arkansas Supreme Court reviewed the case for any errors that may have occurred in the trial courts (Polk County Circuit Court). On May 20, 2003, Roberts appeared in Polk County Circuit Court and told the Court, “I don’t think a guilty person should be allowed to live or he should at least accept responsibility, his punishment whatever it may be.” The Circuit Judge asked Roberts if he understood that he was choosing death over life. Roberts answered, “Yes, sir.” The Circuit Court held this to be a valid waiver of Roberts’ right to pursue any further appeals. However, just hours before he was scheduled for execution in January 2004, Roberts allowed his attorneys to seek an appeal and received a stay of execution. Ultimately, the Arkansas Supreme Court re-opened his case on February 14, 2013 following numerous legal actions and delays. While Roberts was on the stand in September 2013, Judge Looney asked him about a letter he (Roberts) had written to a federal judge that had been ordered sealed. Looney respected the request and did not read the letter but asked Roberts about certain points in the letter. Roberts confirmed that he did not want the process to be delayed anymore and cited that he didn’t want to bring any more heartache to himself or his family to an already grievous situation. At that same hearing, Prosecuting Attorney Andy Riner asked Roberts if his decision to seek the appeal was “the right one,” in which, Roberts replied, “After everything me and my family has suffered through…no it wasn’t.” The Arkansas Supreme Court ordered another recent mental evaluation in September 2013 to confirm that Roberts understands that he was choosing death over life. The mental evaluation that proved he was fit to stand trial is not sufficient or recent enough to satisfy the Arkansas Supreme Court. This hearing was the first since September 2013 and was to include the results of that evaluation.
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trails, playgrounds, and a beautiful view of Rich Mountain. Fowler grew up in Mena, graduating from Mena High School in 2004. He continued his education at Arkansas Tech University in Russellville receiving his Bachelor’s Degree in Parks and Recreation Administration. Having a passion for outdoor recreation most of his life, Fowler worked with the U.S. Forestry Service throughout high school and college, even taking an internship at Land of Lakes in Kentucky. After college, he worked as the Campground Administrator at Shady Lake with the Ouachita National Forestry before taking the Upward Bound Program Representative position at Rich Mountain Community College. He is currently working on his Master’s Degree in Business Administration. “I’ve always liked Parks and Recreation. That’s why I got involved with the Forest Service. When I saw this position open up, I thought it was an excellent position. I get to deal with the youth and sports,” said an enthusiastic Fowler. Mayor George McKee stated, “His job will be to maintain and grow the park. He’s shown me that he has a lot of knowledge. He’s come up with numerous great ideas already and that makes me feel good.” Including maintaining the grounds, Fowler will also be in charge of coordinating all of the practice times for the city baseball and softball leagues, registration forms, going through the draft with all of the coaches, and setting up a month’s worth of games for each team, in addition to bringing in more visitors to the area. He will also work in conjunction with the city’s soccer league. Fowler is excited as well, especially to get the chance to work with the city’s sports leagues. There are 5 age divisions in the league that had around 300 youth participate last season. Fowler stated, “My main concern is to have a successful city league and to involve all of the youth that want to be involved with sports. We want to host tournaments, not just for Mena teams, but for outside communities as well, to bring those teams here where they can play against our teams and then go eat at our restaurants, stay in our hotels, and bring more business to Mena.” Rainey added, “For the A&P it’s important to bring people into the community from outlying areas so that we can get them to spend some money.” Admitting it’s a big responsibility for just one person, Rainey stated, “We’re actually interviewing for a second position now. We can have assistants out here to help him concentrate on bringing these programs together and getting things started.” All funding for the park is collected from the Advertising & Promotion tax, also referred to as the “hamburger tax” that is collected from all restaurants and lodging facilities within the city limits of Mena. The tax was passed in 2002 and 50% is allocated to tourism promotion, under the leadership of Candace Riner, and the remaining 50% is allocated for Tapley Park. Fowler intends to maintain the current walking trails within the park to encourage active participation in getting fit. Also in the plans is to bring tennis and basketball courts to the park as well as an indoor swimming facility to be open year round. Fowler stated simply, “I want to see this park grow.” Rainey said, “We look forward to big things from Nathan. His ideas are looking great and we’re very excited.”
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Richard Pena for Polk County Judge
I, Richard Pena, from Hatfield, Arkansas, am running for Polk County Judge. I believe the most serious issue facing Polk County is the condition of many of its county roads. In the past years the vegetation has become a hazardous nuisance to the county residents, school bus drivers, and emergency vehicles. My highest priorities would be to maintain and improve county roads on a needs-based system; work to implement more cost-effective strategies for long-term road care, and balance the county’s budget in a way that benefits all residents. As county judge, I anticipate to secure adequate funding for all projects, from start to finish, by balancing the county budget with an objective, fair approach. By applying for grants and analyzing the conditions of the county’s infrastructure, our budget will be sufficient to make great strides toward safer roads. I will also take advantage of the most modern dust control techniques to help reduce long-term costs. I believe I am qualified for this position because I have more than thirty years of railroad experience, including rehabilitating rail beds and training engineers. I am a volunteer firefighter in Hatfield, Arkansas, a school bus driver and substitute teacher for all surrounding regions, and an umpire and referee. I have served as a member of the school board in Glendale, Arkansas, helped lead Crime Stoppers in Dumas, Texas, and served on the Highway Department in rebuilding interstate in Forrest City, Arkansas. Personally, I am a proud member of the First Baptist Church in Mena, Arkansas, and I enjoy spending time with my wife, Sharon Kay Pena of forty-seven years. Together we are blessed with three children, seven grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren. I am a musician and vocalist, as well as a children’s author since 2011 (The Train that Saved Christmas). As county judge I want to maintain an open-door policy to the community to build stronger, more confident relationships. As a professional railroad engineer, your neighbor and friend, I want to bring the very best to the community of Polk County.
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Agnes Jeanette Walker Hinds, age 88, of Mena, Arkansas died Thursday, October 9, 2014 at her home. She was born on Monday, July 19, 1926 to Marion Ervin and Julia Tubbs Walker in Coleman, Alabama. Agnes lived her life loving her Lord, family and others. She always said, “Do not be any where you would not want Christ to be at.� She attended First Baptist Church in Mena for many years, and she taught Sunday school, directed Bible school, and was a part of the WMU in her churches in Alabama and Georgia. She loved her family unconditionally and always wanted the best for them. Her grandchildren were a big part in her life and taught them about faith and life. She enjoyed playing cards, such as Bridge, Canasta, and Pinochle. She graduated from Brookwood High School with a 4.0 GPA and also in nursing school. She worked for 20 years for AllState Insurance Company in Atlanta, Georgia. She also enjoyed cooking some of her favorites, fried chicken, pumpkin pies and all holiday dishes. Agnes was a loving mother, sister, grandmother, aunt and friend and she will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Agnes was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Warren Edmond Hinds; two brothers, James Walker and Percy Walker; three sisters, Ethel Young, Lorene Galloway and Bernice Young; and one grandson, Scott Berry. Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law, Warren Glenn and Barbara Hinds of Lawrenceville, Georgia; daughters and son-in-law, Beverly and Michael Hooks of Allyn, Washington and Jeanette Berry of Mena; one sister, Lois Thrasher of Hoover, Alabama; one brother-in-law, Earnest Young of McCalla, Alabama; eight grandchildren, Jennifer McElroy of Snohomish, Washington, Justin Hooks of Silverdale, Washington, Brittney Biddle of Byron, Georgia, Dustin Hinds of Acworth, Georgia, Joshua Hinds and Katie Hinds of Lawrenceville, Georgia, Michelle Arroyo of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina and Stephanie Caswell of Acworth, Georgia; twelve great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews, and a host of other relatives
JAMES EUGENE SANDERS James Eugene Sanders, age 97, of Mena passed away Monday, October 13, 2014 in Mena. He was born September 14, 1917, in Branch, Arkansas to the late Paul Sanders and Lillie Layman Sanders. He was a dedicated member of the First Christian Church for 84 years and also was an Elder of the church. He was a 32 Degree Mason and member of the VFW. Mr. Sanders served his country in the 2nd Marine Division during World War ll in the Pacific. He was a loving father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, and friend to all who knew him. He will be dearly missed. He is survived by his children, Judy Campbell and husband, Charles of Spiro, Oklahoma, Jane Edwards of Mena, Arkansas, Nancy Emerson of Mena, Arkansas, John Sanders and wife Charmaine of Gentry, Arkansas; sister, Naomi Hatley of Mena, Arkansas; four grandsons, two granddaughters, and ten great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Lily Sanders, wife, Reva Gibson Sanders and sister, Ruth Sanders Wimberley. Funeral services will be Wednesday, October 15, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. at the First Christian Church in Mena. Interment will follow in the Pinecrest Memorial Park with Reverend Gary Garrett and Philip Hatley officiating under the direction of the Beasley Wood Funeral Home of Mena. Family and friends visitation will be Tuesday, October 14, 2014 at 6:00- 8:00 p.m. at Beasley Wood Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be, his grandsons, Mike Crawford, Mark Crawford, Adam Emerson, Chris Larsen, Aaron Cummings, and Joe Dale Crawford. Honorary pallbearers will be Ed Glover, Wayne Reid, Joe Downs, Tom Earhart, Brian Hilton, Ray Cathey, Steve Standridge, Steve Barney, and Tony Brown. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the First Christian Building fund.
CLAYTON WOODROW THORNTON Clayton Woodrow Thornton, age 79, of Cove, Arkansas passed away Saturday, October 11, 2014 in Cove. He was born June 7, 1935 in Athens, Arkansas to the late Delbert C. Thornton and the late Effie Golden Thornton. He was married to Barbara Ruth Harlan Thornton and worked in the logging business as a log cutter. He was a loving and kind husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, great-great grandfather, and friend to all who knew and loved him. He is survived by his wife, Barbara Ruth Thornton of the home; children, Billy Thornton of Cove, Arkansas, Connie Pate and husband Ted, of Langley, Arkansas, Daniel (Pete) Thornton and wife, Geina of Cove, Arkansas, Kathy Hill and husband LaDale of Huntsville, Arkansas, Renita Sharp and husband, Lance of Dierks, Arkansas, Bradley Thornton of Cove, Arkansas, and Jimmie Thornton of Cove, Arkansas; brothers and sisters, Ray Thornton of Athens, Arkansas, Joyce Horn of Athens, Arkansas, Bonnie Slagel of
Huntington, Indiana, JB Thornton of Huntington, Indiana, and Floy Conaster, of Oregon; eight grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by parents, Delbert and Effie Thornton, sisters, Ida Waggoner, Bobbie Smallwood, and brother, Boyd Thornton. Graveside services were Monday, October 13, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. at Pleasant Grove Cemetery in Cove, Arkansas with Brother Raymond Dees officiating under the direction of the Beasley Wood Funeral Home.
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and friends. Funeral services were Saturday, October 11, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. at the First Baptist Church in Mena with Dr. Lance Sawyer and Dr. David McCord officiating. A visitation was held Friday, October 10, 2014 from 6-8 p.m. at the Bowser Family Funeral Home Chapel. A visitation was held Monday, October 13, 2014 from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Brown-Service Funeral Home in Bessemer, Alabama with burial following in Cedar Hill Cemetery in Bessemer. Arrangements were entrusted to Bowser Family Funeral Home in Mena. The Mena Pallbearers were David Ray, Jason Hendricks, Don Hall, E. Wayne McDaniel, Michael Vaughn, and Ray Bellows. The Bessemer Pallbearers were Jerry Young, Robert Kennedy, Bryan Kennedy, John Kennedy, Richard Patterson, and Dustin Hinds. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the Scott Berry Memorial Fund at Rich Mountain Community College Foundation, 1100 College Drive, Mena, Arkansas 71953. Online Guestbook: www.bowserffh.com
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DEBORA JUNE LEWIS
Debora June Lewis, age 55, of Springdale, Arkansas, died October 9, 2014, at Northwest Medical Center in Springdale. She was born June 24, 1959 in Mena, Arkansas, the daughter of Glen and Betty Woods Holliday. She was of the Pentecostal faith and had worked as a sales clerk for K-Mart. She was preceded in death by her parents. Mrs. Lewis is survived by her husband, Edward Lewis, of the home; three sons, Claude Castleberry, Michael Castleberry, and David Castleberry all of Springdale; two brothers, Frankie Holliday and Rick Holliday both of Mena, Arkansas; two sisters, Glenda Holliday and Barbara Tabor both of Mena, Arkansas and five grandchildren. Memorial services will be held in Mena, Arkansas at a later date. Cremation is under the direction of Memorial Funeral Home, Springdale, Arkansas.
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[REPRINTED WITH PERMISSION FROM THE TIMES RECORD] The incumbent Polk County judge faces a Hatfield Democrat in the Nov. 4 general election. Polk County Judge Brandon Ellison, 54, a Mena native elected in 2011, is a Republican seeking his third term. He faces a challenge from Democrat Richard Pena, 70, a volunteer firefighter from Hatfield. The county judge serves two-year terms and earns $53,599.43 annually. Ellison was raised on a chicken and cattle farm at Board Camp and was a member of the 1976 Mena High School Class AA championship football team, and graduated from the school that same year. He was an oilfield roughneck in Wyoming before founding an infrastructure company at age 21 in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. The company installed water, sewer, and storm mains and built drainage structures, bored, tunneled, and paved on projects in downtown Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas Motor Speedway, and many other North Texas locations. He is a former stock car racer, having won dozens of feature races at race tracks in Texas, INCUMBENT REPUBLICAN POLK DEMOCRATIC CANDIDATE Oklahoma and Arkansas. He captured two track championships at Mount Ida’s Arkansas Raceway COUNTY JUDGE BRANDON ELLISON RICHARD PENA Park, in the sportsman division. Ellison serves on the executive board of the County Judges Association of Arkansas. Ellison and his wife Linda moved to Polk County in 1997. The couple have been married for 35 years and have two children, Casey Ellison Cox, 25, and Andrew, 20, and one grandchild, Kili Cox, 6. Pena is a volunteer firefighter in Hatfield, a school bus driver and substitute teacher in the surrounding regions, and an umpire and referee. He served as a member of the school board in Glendale, helped lead Crime Stoppers in Dumas, Texas, and served on the Highway Department in rebuilding the interstate in Forrest City. He is a member of First Baptist Church in Mena. Pena is a musician and vocalist, as well as a children’s author. Pena and his wife Sharon Kay Pena have been married for 47 years and have three children, seven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Each candidate was asked three questions, with the same amount of time to answer and the same word limit, 150 words per answer. Both submitted answers via email. • Commercial/Residential • Contract Work • Service Work • Provide Bucket Truck and Backhoe Work • Generac Generator Dealer • 24 HOUR EMERGENCY SERVICES
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1. What is the most serious issue facing Polk County and what would you like to do as county judge to help resolve it? Ellison: A significant amount of our general fund is derived from a federal program called payment in lieu of taxes (PILT). PILT funding is in danger. PILT is no handout. I believe it is an obligation for the federal government to pay the taxes on the land it holds inside a county’s borders. Our citizens pay property taxes and in turn, our county administers and manages a system of public schools, law enforcement, a court system, a road and bridge system, fire protection, etc. The county provides these services for all property owners, including for the federal land in our county. I have applied pressure on our U.S. Senate and congressional delegation to restore permanent funding. I have been elected to the executive board of the County Judges Association of Arkansas, (which) has the direct attention of the governor and the General Assembly. We plan to leverage this relationship to make sure rural counties are treated fairly. Pena: The most serious issue facing Polk County is the condition of many of its county roads. In the past years, the vegetation has become a hazardous nuisance to the county residents, school bus drivers and emergency vehicles. My highest priorities would be to maintain and improve county roads on a needs-based system, work to implement more cost-effective strategies for long-term road care, and balance the county’s budget in a way that benefits all residents. 2. County budgets are always tight, and a slowly recovering economy has made budgeting tougher than ever on county governments. If elected, what could you do as county judge to keep costs down while continuing to ensure needed county services are provided? Ellison: The county budget is complex. There are many individual funds and several budgets inside of the general fund budget. To generalize, there are two that the public would most likely be familiar with, road and the general fund. The road budget has been stabilized in the last three years by payroll reduction, debt elimination and the ability to produce our own road gravel. I am very confident that the funding that is in place will keep our 10-year plan on schedule. The general fund will be challenging because our revenue has been static to declining
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since 2009, while inflation has diminished our buying power. Streamlining has occurred in the last three years and has allowed the Quorum Court to keep the county’s portion of millage the lowest of any class 3 county in the state. I will continue to efficiently manage, aggressively obtain non-conventional revenue, and fight for PILT restoration. Pena: As county judge, I anticipate to secure adequate funding for all projects, from start to finish, by balancing the county budget with an objective, fair approach. By applying for grants and analyzing the conditions of the county’s infrastructure, our budget will be sufficient to make great strides toward safer roads. I will also take advantage of the most modern dust control techniques to help reduce long-term costs. 3. What makes you the most qualified candidate? Ellison: Because this is a management position, I believe that I am uniquely qualified. Starting at the age of 21, I established a business installing underground utilities and successfully grew and operated the business for 28 years. During those years I learned a great deal about large projects, employees, heavy equipment, contract negotiations, discipline and character. One simply doesn’t survive through difficult business cycles without a strong work ethic and a long-term view. The most powerful argument is always something that is easily verifiable. Candidates can tell you anything. I have been the county judge for three years and nine months; my actions have been public. Together, we have gone through three federally declared disasters and some terrible economic times, yet, we are doing OK. I love being from Polk County. I have the experience, passion and energy required to continue to serve as your county judge. Pena: I believe I am qualified for this position because I have more than 30 years of railroad experience, including rehabilitating rail beds and training engineers. As county judge I want to maintain an open-door policy to the community to build stronger, more confident relationships. As a professional railroad engineer, your neighbor and friend, I want to bring the very best to the community of Polk County. Early voting begins Oct. 21. ••••
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BY MICHAEL REISIG To me there are two kinds of peace of mind – to have within you the ability to subdue the challenges of life while surrounded by them (to simply remove yourself from the playing field for a few moments to find your equilibrium). Or to possess a small quiet place within you that is free from doubts, worries, and anger – where you can go to find succor, and recharge your spiritual and mental batteries. But peace of mind is also about accepting life in an imperfect world. The more you swim against the stream, the more you harbor old grievances or relive the battles you didn’t win, the less peace of mind you’re going to find. Sometimes serenity is just letting go, because it’s not a goal – it’s not breaking the ribbon at the end of the race, it’s enjoying the run. I like the expression by Ralph Waldo Emerson – “For every minute that you’re angry, you give up sixty seconds of peace of mind.” Other people can offer suggestions on how to find peace of mind, but what they’re really doing is telling you how they found theirs. You can use what they say as guidelines, but in the end, if you want to find peace of mind, you have to listen to your own heart. No one can tell you what will unequivocally make you happy – no one can run your race for you. I think at some point you must learn to be grateful, you have to part with envy, and develop a child’s sense of enthusiasm. Remember, that peace or suffering are nothing more than a thought away. Part of the secret to this peace of mind/contentment thing is seeing life as it really is – it’s a lump of clay – your lump of clay, and He who created the universe (whether it took seven days or a hundred million years) has given you this unique opportunity – to shape it any way you want. Give up complaining, quit comparing your life to others, and pocket your criticisms – you’ve got this incredible lump of clay and unending possibilities. What more could you ask for? While you’re on this road toward peace of mind here are a few signposts to watch for: Integrity – this Letters to the Editor are not edited for grammar or spelling and are printed exactly as they are received. is the fundamental essence of self worth. Passion – Dear Editor: This is the seasoning of life – it’s what provides the These are the views of a concerned citizen as it relates to the early morning hours of Sept. 19, 2014, in Mena, Arkansas. endless possibilities for success, love, learning, and In my opinion, this was news that was “Fit to Print,” but it was never printed in either of the Mena Newspapers, other than compassion. And I would be remiss to leave out weekly Police Reports. Consequently, it gave the appearance of being swept under the rug for some apparent reason. Usually Faith. Find what you believe in and cherish it, and it will light your path. newspapers print news-if it has been furnished to them, from whatever source. I’ll close with one of my favorite expressions. I The fully furnished home of an elderly lady was gutted by fire around 2:00 AM. Luckily, the lady was in an assisted living facility and was not in her home at the time of the fire. Since she was not in residence, all utilities were turned off. It was then don’t know who said it, but I like it. Everything will be okay in the end. If it’s not okay, it’s not the end…
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investigated as a CRIME OF ARSON. Trees between my home & the burning residence became ignited & some of the tree limbs reach my residence. Had it not been for the arrival of the Mena Firemen there could possibly have been two homes destroyed, and loss of life of myself & my granddaughter if we had not been awakened by a neighbor. If ARSON is proven & had this occurred, wouldn’t the charges be ARSON & 2 MURDERS? Hopefully, you are now able to see my concerns. I wish to sincerely thank my neighbor across from my residence for calling 911 & waking us up & helping us to vacate our home. Furthermore, I wish to thank the Mena Fire Department & Mena Police Department for their response & professionalism shown, for putting out the fire, their investigation and arrests of suspects. Since this occurrence & being an elderly lady also, I sleep lightly, stay alert & very amply prepared – waiting for the next shoe that drops. It is my earnest hope that our ELECTED OFFICIALS will initiate some DISCIPLINE within their ELECTED OFFICES & see that JUSTICE PREVAILS, regardless of who the defendants are, - who they know or their connections. Furthermore, similar circumstances of the past & the end results thereof – dictate that nothing less than JUSTICE for the family of the destroyed dwelling, their neighbors, and the citizens of Mena and Polk County – are DUE & EXPECTED. Sincerely, Letters to the Editor Policy - The Polk County Pulse reserves all rights to reject submissions. Anonymous letters are not permitted. All Mary Valdois letters to the editor must be signed, include author's town of residence, and be free of the threat of libel. Letters must be 300 words or less. We prefer they stay in the bounds of sensibility and good taste. We reserve the right to authenticate letters before publishing. Mena, AR
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BY STATE SENATOR LARRY TEAGUE LITTLE ROCK – Legislators began a lengthy and detailed review of all state agency spending requests, in preparation for the regular session that begins in January. Setting a balanced budget for state government every year is the most time-consuming duty of the legislature. Budget hearings begin in October, but legislative review of state spending continues through the session. The Joint Budget Committee meets more frequently than any other committee, and either Joint Budget or one of its subcommittees usually is the first committee to convene every morning. Budgets often don’t generate the publicity that surrounds social issues like health care and criminal justice. However, legislative veterans understand that a state’s true priorities are reflected in how it spends money. In Arkansas our top priority is public education from kindergarten through grade 12, which receives almost half of the state general revenue fund. That is the main discretionary fund controlled by legislators. One reason K-12 is a priority is that the Arkansas constitution mandates that the state provide an adequate education to all children, and that their educational opportunities are equal no matter which region of the state in which they live. That constitutional mandate was the impetus for the Lake View school funding lawsuit, originally filed in 1992. The Supreme Court ruled in favor of the small, rural school district; as a result the legislature increased school funding by $650 million a year in a lengthy special session in 2003-2004. An increase in the state sales tax by 7/8 of a cent was the major source of the new revenue. In 2007 the legislature dedicated $456 million to improve school facilities. That appropriation was a key factor in the Supreme Court’s decision later that year to release the state from its jurisdiction in the Lake View case. The litigation caused by the Lake View case, as well as the resulting tax increase for an enormous increase in state spending, will be in the background as lawmakers conduct budget hearings this fall. Lake View likely will be mentioned when legislators consider a recent report that school facilities funding is on pace to fall short by $65 million next year. Budget discussions will be influenced by the request of Correction Department officials for close to $100 million in funding to build a new maximum security prison unit. Tax cuts will be a factor when writing state agency budgets. How much revenue is available will depend on the outcome of the campaign for governor because the candidates have outlined differing proposals for tax reductions. The major sources of the state’s general revenue fund are sales taxes, personal income taxes and corporate income taxes. The fund this year is about $5 billion. The legislature will also appropriate more than $8 billion in federal funds, but has much less discretion in how those funds are spent. Mainly, they are matching funds for medical services, highway projects and education. The state also collects special revenues, which are specific taxes dedicated to specific programs. Examples are highway construction programs paid for with special revenue from motor fuels taxes collected at the gas pump. This year the state will collect about $1.47 billion in special revenue, according to the state Department of Finance and Administration.
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BY STATE REPRESENTATIVE NATE BELL This week I’m wrapping up short explanations of the 3 issues referred to the November ballot by the 89th General Assembly. Issue 3 would impact legislative term limits, pay for elected officials, corporate contributions to candidates, and gifts from lobbyists. As you may remember, the Regnant Populus group failed to get enough signatures in the 2012 election cycle to get a proposed amendment on the ballot. Their amendment would have banned lobbyists from giving gifts in any amount to a legislator. It also would have increased the cooling off period for members to register as a lobbyist from 1 year to 2 years and would have banned all corporate contributions. Issue 3 is the result of discussions between legislators and the Regnant Populus group. The measure prohibits corporate campaign contributions, limits gifts from lobbyists to travel expenses for educational conferences & meals that are available to the general public and extends the ban on lobbying from one to two years. The measure addresses pay for elected officials by creating an independent citizens commission of 7 individuals who do not work in the public sector. Those individuals will review and adjust, if necessary, the salaries for the Governor, all Constitutional Officers, Supreme Court Justices, District and Circuit Court Judges, and members of the General Assembly. Issue 3 adjusts term limits to allow individuals to serve a total of 16 years in the legislature in either chamber. For example, a member could serve 16 in the House or 16 in the Senate, or 10 years in the House and 6 in the Senate. The lifetime maximum for legislative service would change from the current 14 years with a possibility of 16 years to a firm 16 regardless of whether served in the House or Senate. Currently, members serve up to 3 two year terms in the House, and 2 four year terms in the Senate. In many cases, redistricting allows for a Senator to serve up to 12 years in the Senate. Issue 3 is a complex proposal. I voted for its referral to voters because I believe the important issues it addresses need careful consideration. We currently have about 40% turnover in the House. No private business could function well with 40% turnover and managing a $5 billion dollar budget and more than 70,000 FTE employees requires a reasonable level of expertise and experience. The cooling off period before members can begin lobbying of the legislature also needs to be extended. There are cynical people who will claim referring this issue to the voters is self-serving. I can’t speak for others but if re-elected this November I’ll be leaving elected office in 2016 regardless of voter’s decision on Issue 3. I’ve enjoyed public service but after 6 years of 60 hour weeks for a less than $16K salary it will be time for me to devote more time to my private sector work and get my income back to pre-legislature levels if I’m ever going to be able to retire. As with the other 2 amendments I’ve presented in recent weeks, this is where you, the voter, will decide what is in the best interest of our state. For a copy of Issue 3 go to:http://www.sos.arkansas.gov/elections/Documents/Initiatives%20and%20Referenda/HJR 1009.pdf
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Mena Middle School Students Meet Adobe Photoshop
Mena Middle School students had the privilege of collaborating with Mena High School students while being introduced to Adobe Photoshop. Photoshop is a software that allows you to edit and manipulate images to create digital paintings and drawings.
RMCC SSS Announce Student of the Month
Student Support Services has announced Brianna Goss as student of the month for September. Brianna enrolled at Rich Mountain Community College after high school and plans to graduate this December. After graduation she plans to transfer to the University of Arkansas at Fort Smith where she will pursue a double major in Business and Accounting. Brianna says, "Student Support Services at RMCC has helped me to work toward these goals with the tutoring that they provide and their advising for the opportunities that come my way." In addition to being a full-time student, Brianna cares for her young daughter, Cali, and works part-time as a tutor for SSS. "SSS has helped me get to where I am today and to determine what I want for my future."
New 4H Officers Selected On October 9, 2014, the Mountain Fork Growing Clovers 4-H club had their 2014-2015 Officer InductionCeremony. The new officers are as follows: President, Grace Carmack; Vice President, Rebecca Lehmann; Secretary/Treasurer, David Lehmann; Reporter/Photographer, Hope Carmack; Song Leader, Hannah Lehmann; and Recreational Leader, Jacob Ezell.
RMCC Hosts The 2nd Annual SGA Halloween Event
Halloween is just around the corner! Don't miss the 2nd Annual Halloween event, hosted by the RMCC Student Government Association on the Mena campus. There will be food, fun games, a costume contest, haunted hayride, and a movie after dark. Mark your calendars for Thursday, October 30, 2014 from 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. and don't forget to wear your best costume! Stay tuned to the RMCC Facebook and Twitter pages for location changes due to inclement weather. For more information about the SGA Halloween event contact, Jason Wood, Bookstore Manager and SGA Representative, at 479-394-7622 or jwood@rmcc.edu<mailto:jwood@rmcc.edu>.
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Mena Public Schools Breakfast Menu Monday: 10/20 Breakfast Pizza, Pear Slices, Juice, Milk Tuesday: 10/21 Cereal, Toast, Diced Peaches, Juice, Milk Wednesday: 10/22 Super Donut, Sausage Link, Applesauce, Juice, Milk Thursday: 10/23 Maple Burst Pancake, Banana, Juice, Milk Friday: 10/24 No School Mena Public Schools Lunch Menu Monday: 10/20 Main: Mini Corndogs, French Fries, Baby Carrots, Mixed Fruit, Rice Krispy Bar, Milk; Choice: Hamburger on a Bun, French Fries, Baby Carrots, Mixed Fruit, Rice Krispy Bar, Milk Tuesday: 10/21 Main: Chicken Nuggets, Rice Pilaf, Winter Blend Vegetables, Wheat Roll (6-12), Peaches, Milk; Choice: Chicken Stir Fry, Rice Pilaf, Winter Blend Vegetables, Wheat Roll (6-12), Peaches, Milk Wednesday: 10/22 Main: Chili, Crackers, Celery/Cucumbers, Cinnamon Roll, Orange Smiles, Milk; No Choice Line Thursday: 10/23 Main: Baked Ham, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, Green Beans, Angel Biscuits, Strawberries & Bananas, Milk; Choice: Baked Chicken, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, Green Beans, Angel Biscuits, Strawberries & Bananas, Milk Friday: 10/24 No School Acorn Breakfast Menu Monday: 10/20 Breakfast Pizza, Fruit, Juice, Milk Tuesday: 10/21 Super Bun, Fruit, Juice, Milk Wednesday: 10/22 Cereal, Fruit, Juice, Milk Thursday: 10/23 Muffins, Fruit, Juice, Milk Friday: 10/24 Sausage Biscuit, Fruit, Juice, Milk Acorn Lunch Menu Monday: 10/20 Chicken Nuggets, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, Roll, Tossed Salad, Fruit, Milk Tuesday: 10/21 Ham, Biscuit, Sweet Potatoes, Romaine Salad, Fruit, Juice, Milk Wednesday: 10/22 Chili w/ Cheese, Fritoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Cinnamon Roll, Fruit, Milk Thursday: 10/23 Beef Fingers, Macaroni & Cheese, English Peas & Carrots, Fruit, Milk Friday: 10/24 Hamburger, Lettuce, Tomato, French Fries, Fruit, Milk Cossatot River School Breakfast Menu Monday: 10/20 Mini Donuts, Grapes, Orange Juice, Milk Tuesday: 10/21 Sausage Roll, Cantalope, Apple Juice, Milk Wednesday: 10/22 Cereal, Apple Wedges, Grape Juice, Milk Thursday: 10/23 Breakfast Pizza, Pineapple, Orange Juice, Milk Friday: 10/24 No School Cossatot River School Lunch Menu Monday: 10/20 Hamburger, French Fries, Lettuce/Tomato, Pickles, Pears, Rice Crispy Square, Milk Tuesday: 10/21 Mini Corndogs, Baked Beans, Corn, Mandarin Oranges, Milk Wednesday: 10/22 Beef Strips, Mashed Potatoes, Brown Gravy, Green Beans, Fruit Cocktail, Milk Thursday: 10/23 Frito Chili Pie, Tossed Salad w/ Dressing, Peaches, Cinnamon Roll, Milk Friday: 10/24 No School
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BY JACLYN ROSE Betty Brewer was born and raised in Polk County, while her husband, Pete, grew up in neighboring Montgomery County. The couple met when Betty was 16 years old. “Pete and I met by accident,” said Brewer with a grin. “Every Saturday my family would come to town and Pete came over and started joking with us. We started dating after that and married two years later on February 21, 1946. It’s important to become friends with the person you are going to marry. Because we dated for two years, we had plenty of time to get to know each other.” A year or so after the couple married they moved to Dallas, Texas to find work. There, Pete began his career as a builder and spent 20 years building beautiful homes. Betty worked for the schools in Dallas for 20 years before retiring; however, their life’s work was something far greater than their separate careers. The Brewer’s began their lives as foster parents while still living in Texas. “We have three biological children and when the youngest was 10, we felt called to become foster parents. When my husband became a Christian we knew God was calling us to mission work. One day while watching the TV, we saw a baby that was abandoned and placed in the foster system. I said, wouldn’t it be neat if we could help that baby. Forty-eight years later, we’ve had 504 foster children. Many of them stay in touch and come to visit and call,” explained Brewer. The couple gave their lives to their calling as foster parents and was able to adopt four of the children they fostered. Though Brewer repeatedly reiterates that “God has blessed their lives so much,” serving children in the capacity they have, was not accomplished without hard work and some pain. “I wouldn’t trade the life we lived. I wouldn’t trade one minute I spent helping a child, but it is hard and if you are not called of God you are not going to be a foster parent for long. There was a time when we had two girls we thought we were going to adopt and their mother came back and the judge took the kids and gave them back to her and I thought, ‘I’ll never do it again,’ but when God calls you, you do it. I cried real tears when children would leave, it’s like losing your own kids,” explained Brewer. The couple retired from their respective jobs in Dallas and moved back to Polk County in 1982. At the time they had one foster son with them and did not plan on taking on any more, but after several visits they were asked to serve as foster parents in the state of Arkansas. They then went on to serve 21 years in Polk County. Brewer also began a career at the Department of Human Services in Polk County, a position she worked in for 18 years. “I moved home to retire but instead I went to work for DHS and I loved my job. I really enjoy helping people; it is what I was meant to do with my life. And you know, each time a child would come in from a broken situation at home I would just think, ‘but by the grace of God, there goes I.’ I was blessed to have been raised in a wonderful Christian home with wonderful training and I wouldn’t trade my life for anything,” explained Brewer. Additionally, Brewer has been a church pianist at her church in Dallas for 20 years and then for 30 years at her current home church, Cove First Baptist. “I would be a foster parent today if there were no age limits,” said Brewer with a smile. “My life has been full and long and I’m so thankful to have been able to touch the lives of so many children.”
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BY JACLYN ROSE After growing up in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, Justin Ludwig joined the United States Navy where he served nine years, four in active duty and five in the reserve, as an aviation structural mechanic, working on airframes, flight controls and paint corrosion. Not long after leaving active duty, Ludwig went to work with his father for a drilling company. “We worked for a week straight, 12 hour days, and then we would take a week off. During our down time I started doing trim work on the side. My best friend was in construction and I would help him,” explained Ludwig. In 2008, Ludwig joined the Army National Guard Unit out of McAlester, Oklahoma, where he continues to serve as a Lieutenant to this day. That same year, Ludwig started Ludwig Cabinets and Trim. “I started working full time in 2008 when my aviation unit closed after Hurricane Katrina. I build custom cabinets and trim packages. One of the differences between me and what I’ve seen from the other guys is that I use a program that allows me to render photos of cabinets before they are bought. This allows my customer to see the cabinets and make changes and create a completely custom cabinet. My customers are very satisfied and it takes a lot of the pressure off of me,” said Ludwig. After beginning his business in Tahlequah, Ludwig moved to Mena in July of 2012. “My wife, Amy, is from Hatfield. She works as the Director of Budget Analysis and Human Resources for Rich Mountain Community College. She is the most rational and level headed person I’ve ever met. We’ve been together for five years, and I’ve been gone for two and a half of that combined, for the service, and we’ve never had an argument. She definitely helps me want less and be more conservative, which is great in my personal life and in my business,” explained Ludwig. The couple is expecting their first child together in November of this year. Additionally, Ludwig has two children, a 12-year-old daughter named Logan and an 11-year-old son named Ayden. “I really enjoy what I do. The rewards are tangible when building cabinets. I get to see the end product of everything I put my work into. I have always liked working with my hands and I enjoy doing something different and custom every time. I’m not a big fan of cookie cutter,” explained Ludwig. You can reach Ludwig Cabinets and Trim by calling 918.931.0007 or by emailing justin@ludwigcabinets.com. Ludwig also has a Facebook page found at www.facebook.com/ludwigcabinets where he displays photos of his work. “Polk County is a great place. I love the country. We live on twenty acres and it’s so private and being an outdoors person, it’s perfect. I still do a lot of work in my hometown in Oklahoma but with our baby on the way, I’m looking forward to working more in Polk County,” Ludwig explained.
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* 6:30 p.m. Mena Community Chorus will begin 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 drinking, meets at the First United Methodist Church, 9th & Port Arthur, Mena. Call Dotty at 479-437-3111 or Sarah 479-234-3620 for more information. Friday, 10/17 * 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. – Fiber Group will meet at Mena Art Gallery, 607 Mena Street. Come and bring your project and join this group working with a variety of fibers. * 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 71 South, Mena. * 7:00 p.m. Overeaters Anonymous will be meeting at Christ Episcopal Church, 803 Church Street. No dues, no fees, no weighins, no diets. Call 801-413-4498 or 479394-4240. * 8:00 p.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, 10/18 * 7:00 a.m. – Polk County Farmers Market – Mena Depot, 520 Sherwood St., Mena. Local produce in season, baked goods, jams, soaps. Vendors will stay until sold out. * 6:00 p.m. – PCVO Bingo at American Legion Building, Hwy 71 N., Acorn. * 6:30 p.m. Potluck and Pie Auction at Big Fork Community Center. * 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, 10/19 * 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, 10/20 * 5:00 p.m. – Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS), Hatfield City Hall. For more information call 870-389-6678. * 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 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 234-5419. Tuesday, 10/21 * 7:00 a.m. – Polk County Farmers Market, Mena Depot, 520 Sherwood Street, Mena. Local produce in season, baked goods, jams, soaps. Vendors stay until sold out. * 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 Noon – Mena Polk County Chamber of Commerce Monthly Board Meeting, Papas Mexican Café. Open to all members. * 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. Art Awareness with Jim Brace hosting a Video on Metal Sculpture at Mena Art Gallery, 607 Mena St. * 6:00 p.m. – Narcotics Anonymous Meeting, 812 Hwy 71 S, Mena. * 7:00 p.m. American Legion Post #18 Auxiliary Meeting at American Legion in Acorn. * 8:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous, First United Methodist Church, 9th & Port Arthur. For information 479-234-2887 or 479-234-3043. Wednesday, 10/22 * 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 break-
ing 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 234-5419.
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Thursday, 10/16 * 7:00 a.m. – Polk County Farmers Market - Mena Depot, 520 Sherwood Street, Mena, Stop by for local produce in season, baked goods, jams, soaps, and other crafts. Vendors will stay until sold out. * 11:30 a.m. – Rotary Club of Polk County/Mena meets at Papa’s Mexican Café. Contact Lisa Martin at 2163383 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 216-0719. * 5:30 p.m. - Weight Watchers - meet at Dallas Avenue Baptist church Family Life Center. Call 479-234-2297 for more information. * 5:30 p.m. Polk County Cancer Support Group meets at the Union Bank Community Room. Cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers are invited to come. For more information, please call 479-3941801.
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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 870334-3010 or Connie at 479-437-3766. * JAMES K POLK CHAPTER OF DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION will meet today at 11:00 a.m. at the Union Bank Community Room. All members, perspective members and guests are invited to attend. * WE THE PEOPLE TEA PARTY will be meeting Oct. 16, 6:00 p.m. in the Polk County Library, North Room, 8th & Port Arthur Sts. All are welcome. * MENA ART GALLERY – through October 28, Ouachita Expressions Show, 607 Mena Street. The show can be seen during regular gallery hours, Tuesday 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Wednesday through Saturday 10 am to 3 pm. * 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. * FALL FOLIAGE FESTIVAL, 7 a.m. - 7 p.m., Sat., Oct 18th, Janssen Park, 5K Race and Dutch Oven Breakfast, Chili Cook-Off, Punkin’ Chunkin’, CMA Bike Parade. * HUMANE SOCIETY OF THE OUACHITAS will give a FREE pet costume to EACH pet adopted from their shelter during the month of October! Call the shelter at 479-394-5682 for more information.
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FAMILY
Food Companies Meeting Demand for Lower Calorie Foods
(StatePoint) Consumers today are looking for lower calorie foods, but are they being heard? And what does demand mean for food and beverage companies trying to keep up? Over the five years ending December, 2012, 16 companies working with the Healthy Weight Commitment Foundation responded to consumers by increasing their sales of lower-calorie products, including new products, smaller portion sizes and new recipes. Sales from these lower calorie products outpaced higher-calorie products by a ratio of 99-to-1. At the end of the five years, availability of these products on shelves increased across 40,000 retailers. Once available, the demand for them didn’t slow either -- at the end of 2012, more lower-calorie products were on the shelves than five years previously. Eating healthfully is becoming easier, thanks to consumer demand. As lower calorie products ranging from main dishes, sides, juice beverages and salted snacks become more available on store shelves, we're eating 78 fewer calories per person per day.
POLK COUNTY BIRTHS
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Laine Barber and Matthias Aviles, of Mena, are proud parents of a baby boy, born on October 4th.
Jaimie Beckwith, of Mena, is a proud mother of a baby boy, born on October 4th. Megan and Jason Brown, of Waldron, are proud parents of a baby girl, born on October 7th. Brittany and Ronald Doyal, of Mena, are proud parents of a baby by, born on October 7th.
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The following information was received from Polk County law enforcement agencies. The charges against those arrested are allegations and the cases are still pending in the courts. Individuals charged and whose names appear in this column may submit documentation to us at a later date that the charges have been dismissed or that they have been found innocent and we will include that information in this space in a timely manner. Mena Police Department October 5, 2014 William Lee Copelin, 21, of Mena was charged with violation of park curfew after he was located in Tapley Park after curfew hours. October 6, 2014 Levi A. Wilson, 18, of Mena was arrested on an outstanding warrant for failure-toappear from the Polk County Sheriff’s Department. October 7, 2014 Rodney Joe Emry, 42, of Mena was arrested for driving on a license suspended for DWI. Joshua McConnell, 27, was arrested on a warrant from Garland County. October 8, 2014 Michael Chance Martin, 30, of Hatfield was charged with possession of methamphetamine, driving on a suspended driver’s license, and having an expired license tag. He was also served two outstanding local warrants. The arrest followed a routine traffic stop. Also charged in the incident with possession of methamphetamine was James Wilkinson, 48, also of Hatfield. Wilkinson also had an outstanding warrant. Alban Beckwith, 22, of Mena was arrested on an outstanding warrant. October 9, 2014 A Mena man reported that someone had broken into his garage and had stolen several items, and the area had been ransacked. Case is pending further investigation. Evidence recovered at the scene has been sent to the crime lab. October 10, 2014 Gustavo Torres, 19, of Fort Smith was charged with DWI and driving left-of-center after officers responded to several complaints about an erratic driver. A 17-year-old Mena youth was charged with public intoxication and possession of intoxicating liquor by a minor, and possession of tobacco by a minor. October 11, 2014 No completed reports filed. Officers completed an additional six
reports and worked nine accidents. Polk County Sheriff’s Department October 6, 2014 Report of a domestic disturbance on Polk 32 near Cove led to the arrest of Rhonda B. Lenoir, 48, of Cove, on a Charge of Disorderly Conduct. Report from complainant on Polk 301 near the Cherry Hill community of the breakin and theft of household items and a trolling motor, all valued at $75.00. Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration. Arrested was Joseph D. Gonyea, 25, of Mena, on three Warrants for Failure to Appear and one Warrant for Failure to Comply with a Court Order. Arrested was Timothy D. Bass, 34, of Mena, on a Warrant for Failure to Appear. October 7, 2014 No reports were filed. October 8, 2014 Arrested by an officer with the Grannis Police Department was Sergio Gayosso, 27, of Wickes, on Charges of No Driver’s License and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. October 9, 2014 Arrested was Tamra L. Dillard, 41, of Mena, on a Charge of Possession of a Schedule I / II Controlled Substance. Also arrested was Amanda L. Wright, 33, of Mena, on a Charge of Possession of a Schedule I / II Controlled Substance. Arrested was Justin L. Wray, 32, of Mena, on a Warrant for Domestic Battery 3rd Degree. Report from complainant on Polk 54 near Mena of the theft of a weed eater, sawzall and gas can, all valued at $405.00. Investigation continues. Report from a business on Highway 71 South in Hatfield of the break-in and theft of a cash register and goods, all valued at $120.00. Investigation continues. October 10, 2014 Arrested was Ronald Bates, 28, of Mena, on Warrants for two counts of Criminal Mischief 2nd Degree, Theft of Services and a Howard County Warrant. Report from complainant on Highway 8 East in the Big Fork community that someone may be tampering with their property. Complainant refused to press charges. Arrested was Joseph F. Hinkle, 37, of Cove, on Charges of Residential Burglary, Theft by Receiving and Criminal Conspiracy. Also arrested was John C. Tanner, 43, of Cove, on Charges of Possession of a Schedule II Controlled Substance, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Criminal Conspiracy, Possession of a Firearm by Certain Persons, Simultaneous Possession of Drugs and Firearms, Theft by Receiving and a Warrant for Violation of Suspended Imposition of Sentence. Additionally arrested
was Lethea L. Robey, 42, of Cove, on Charges of Possession of a Schedule II Controlled Substance, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Criminal Conspiracy, Simultaneous Possession of Drugs and Firearms and Theft by Receiving. Report from Mena Regional Health System of an assault victim led to the arrest of Jerry D. Lane, 61, of Mena, on a Charge of Domestic Battery 1st Degree. Report from complainant on Barton Street in Cove of damage to a vehicle window. Investigation continues. October 11, 2014 No reports were filed. October 12, 2014 Report from complainant on Polk 136 near Cove of the theft of a television, valued
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at $2,999.00. Investigation continues. Report from complainant on Polk 44 near Mena of a vehicle running through their property and causing damages of $100.00 to their yard and two mailboxes. Investigation continues. Arrested was Randi N. Hall, 19, of Mena, on a Warrant for Failure to Appear. Polk County Sheriff’s Office worked two vehicle accidents this week. Polk County Detention Center Jail Population: 27 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.
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UP TO 20 WORDS - $4 PER WEEK, $0.25 EACH ADDITIONAL WORD BORDER $1 Clean & Comfortable Housing since 1969, J Ray & Maria’s MH Park and Rentals, Hwy 71N, Mena, 479TFN 394-1252. For Sale: Solid Wood Espresso Console/Sofa Table with drawer and bottom shelf. In excellent condition. Asking $300. Call or text 479-216-3091. TFN/INH
Daniel’s Carpentry and Painting. Home repair and painting. Small to medium jobs. Also lawn 10/22 and garden work. Call 870-334-2068.
Joe Bill Ward - Specializing in Concrete, Septic Tanks, Gravel, Backhoe, and Dump Truck Service. 10/22 Over 40 years experience, 479-883-9298. 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 479-234-1357. TFN
Lost Diamond Ring. Open Shank. 5 or 6 stones on each side. Reward. Call 870-389-6349 if found. 10/15 Leave Message.
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 pre1935 U.S. Silver Dollars and also one ounce rounds and bars. Dan’s Pawn, 100 Hwy 71S at 1st Street, TFN Mena, 479-394-5515. Want to Own with Low down payment? Will finance. Nice 2 story, 3 Bedroom, 1 bath w /enclosed finished porch as bonus room. Lots of closet space. CH/A, gas fireplace, Newer gas water heater, refrigerator, and electric stove. Vinyl e-rated windows/ vertical blinds. New garage with 220 wiring, just under 1600 sq. ft. $68,000. Will Owner Finance if qualified w/ $5,000 down $600/ 10/15 mo. payment, 479-243-8122.
Cossatot River School District has the following position available: Secondary Science Teacher. Resumes may be mailed to Ladonna White, 6330 Hwy 71 S, Cove, AR 71937 or emailed to lwhite@cossatot.k12.ar.us. Arkansas licensure is 10/15 required. Position opened until filled.
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. 11/05 Call 903-733-3965.
Annual Family Fun Festival, Bethel Christian School, Sat, Oct 18 5-8 p.m. 214 Polk Rd 74, Cake Walk, Games, Horse & Mule Rides, Chili Cook-off, Silent Dessert Auction, Special 10/15 Singing.
Acorn Elementary and High Schools will host Scholastic Book Fairs Tuesday through Friday, October 21 - 24, 2014 and during P/T Conferences, Thursday the 23rd. Shop online starting October 16 at http://bookfairs.scholastic.com/homepage/acornjuniorseniorhighsch or http://bookfairs.scholastic.com/homepage/acornele10/15 mentaryschool
Humane Society of the Ouachitas Pet of the Week for the Week of October 15, 2014 Tiny, well actually Tiny is not so tiny. He is a beautiful German Shepherd X Labrador looking for his forever home. He is only 3 years old and is very bright and alert. Tiny already knows sit, down, stay, come & shake. He is neutered, house trained with a dog door, and has his shots. Tiny is good with kids and other dogs. However he does not like cats and if you don’t either then Tiny is just a perfect match! Playful, treat motivated and friendly....spare some room at your place for Tiny!
Give us a call. You’ll be glad you did! OFFICE HOURS: Tuesday through Saturday 10 AM until 2 PM 368 Polk Co. Rd. 50, Mena, AR OFFICE PHONE NUMBER: (479) 394-5682 WEB SITE: www.hsomena.org HSO is a NO KILL Shelter HSO is not affiliated with any other local, state or national animal rescue organization. HSO is a 501(c)(3) organization and your donations are tax deductible.
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