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Queen’s Facelift Nearing Final Phases

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Ouachita Arts Celebration Coming Soon

Early Voting Begins

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BY BARBARA M. TOBIAS Plans are coming together, and the Ouachita Arts Celebration on Saturday, November 1, from 10 am to 4 pm, is looking more exciting by the day.

There will be music, dancing, and a video on “Shabby Chic.” For children, there will be storytelling, chalk drawing, and a clown making balloon animals. Ouachita Little Theatre will have a stage set up in front of the theatre complete with costumes and scripts for those who have a yen to

BY MELANIE BUCK Polk County Clerk Terri Harrison reported that 204 cast their ballots on the first of early voting on Monday, October 20, just day following the Arkansas Supreme Court ruling that photo identification is not required by would-be voters in future elections.

Under the law, voters who did not show photo identification could only cast provisional ballots.

Those ballots were then counted only if they provided photo identification to county election officials by noon on the Monday following an election.

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Shadowriders Take Top Honors

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Team members are (kneeling) Sierra Boyd, Andrea Caldwell, (standing) Katie Lance, Katy Caldwell and Bennetta Morris.

Shadowriders Equestrian Drill Team of Mena, AR traveled to Choctaw, OK to compete in the Tri-States Equestrian Drill Association’s annual Ride With Pride. The team competed in four divisions – Short Program, Freestyle, Rodeo and Theme. Shadowriders placed first in the Rodeo and Theme Divisions and second in the Short Program and Freestyle Divisions. Points were earned for each ride and the 2014 Shadowriders Team won the High Point Trophy for Small Team at the competition.

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A NOTE FROM THE

Power can evidently become an extremely addictive and intoxicating agent that can devour humility and cloud judgment to the degree that one can assume that every word they utter is profound and every thought and opinion is infallible. We read or hear daily about people in powerful positions that are suspected/accused of corruption almost to the point that we become callous to the headlines of yesterday’s “hero” being today’s “bad-guy.” Why does perceived “power” corrupt people that begin with what seem to be generous hearts? “Power tends to corrupt,” said Lord Acton, the 19th-century British historian. “Absolute power corrupts absolutely.” It’s no longer shocking news when we hear it… but more of an expectation.

Perceived “power” or “positions of influence” can be defined by different factors whether it be wealth, title or authority. Perceived power can feed pride like a steroid and launch an ego like a rocket ship.

Every facet of life needs a leader… from our families to our schools and businesses to our cities and of course, this great nation. But may our leaders always remember that no man is an island and they didn’t achieve the position by themselves but rather by being surrounded by trusted and wise counsel… that the position is one of privilege and opportunity.

May they never become so arrogant in their “influence” that they fail to recognize other’s wisdom and differing perspectives.

I’ve been asked lately for my opinion on a variety of issues and topics. I am extremely private with my opinions. I have been challenged on that privacy, even being told that my role as an editor in society required me to endorse or take positions because I have the power to influence. I beg to difABRAHAM LINCOLN fer and not to say that my way is right but it is my very deep-rooted conviction because I was greatly influenced by a very old-school journalism teacher that engrained in me that our job is simply to bring the facts pertinent to the story – the who, what, where, how and why – and allow our readers to make an informed decision. I still stand by that. We are not arrogant enough to believe that our “opinion” on issues should be used to influence but rather confident in our readers desire to know the unbiased raw facts pertinent to the story so that they can make their own informed decisions and conclusions.

We are not obligated to print every word uttered by someone with a title nor do we believe that our role as a news publication and the perceived power of influence that it holds should be used to “make” or “break” people or issues. We are keenly aware of the value of every drop of our ink and it will not be used for malice. Opinions are reserved for this page only and will only be used for God’s glory and no one else’s.

Yes, we must all stand for something or else we will fall for anything but I know myself and many, many others that pray our leaders forego all of the political posturing, opportunistic grand-standing, self-promotion, drive the bus over their opponent tactics and simply lead by doing what is right and consistent with what this country was founded on, to understand that their position is not about them but about the privilege and opportunity bestowed by our great Creator to make lives better. Pride goes before destruction, And a haughty spirit before stumbling. (Proverbs 16:18) In the words of one of this country’s greatest leaders: “Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a man’s character, give him power.” – Abraham Lincoln

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Drug Offenders to Face Harsher Penalties as New Enhanced Penalty Blankets City of Mena

BY MELANIE BUCK Many citizens may not be aware of a 2012 law that imposes harsher penalties on drug offenses that take place within certain limits of various structures and areas.

The law, § 5-64-411 - Proximity to certain facilities -- Enhanced penalties, states that any person in possession of a controlled substance where the offense is a Class C Felony or greater, or possesses with the purpose to deliver, delivers, manufactures, or traffics a controlled substance within 1,000 feet of the real property of a city or state park; public or private elementary or secondary school, public vocational school, or private or public college or university; designated school bus stop as identified on the route list published by a public school district each year; skating rink, Boys Club, Girls Club, YMCA, YWCA, community center, recreation center, or video arcade; publicly funded and administered multifamily housing development; drug or alcohol treatment facility; day care center; or church, is subject to an enhanced sentence of an additional term of imprisonment of ten (10) years to run consecutively or concurrently with other sentences rendered, at the discretion of the court.

The law also states that any person convicted under this section of law is not eligible for early release on parole or community correction transfer for the enhanced portion of the sentence.

In Mena and Polk County, there are many facilities that fit the description of these properties. Geographically, within the city limits of Mena, most of the town is within 1,000 feet of any one of the ‘real properties’ described within the law. In fact, many of the accused in Polk County’s recent Operation Pilled-Up, were within these areas and have enhanced penalties pending on their cases.

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October 22, 2014

Shady Grove RVFD Quick Response Salvages Home from Fire

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Coats for Kids Drive Underway at FNB The Shady Grove Volunteer Fire Department responded to a fire call Tuesday evening approximately 5 miles west of Mena on Highway 8. According to reports, someone recently purchased the home and had begun to remodel the interior. No one was living in the home and there is no electricity connected to the residence.

Shady Grove VFD reported they had 2 engines and 10 firefighters on the scene. Though they were able to determine the fire began in the kitchen area, the exact cause of the blaze is unknown at this time. The Polk County Sheriff’s Department is investigating the matter.

More photos are available from the scene at MyPulseNews.com.

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The annual Coats for Kids drive is being held at First National Bank, Main Branch, in Mena.

Each year, coats of all sizes for boys and girls are donated and stored at the bank for distribution.

George O’Daniel of Lighthouse Fitness Center is one such citizen who spends many hours of his time collecting coats for the drive. So far this year, O’Daniel has collected over 200 coats and has given over 50 away.

Families in need are encouraged to visit First National Bank to choose a coat so that all Polk County citizens stay warm this winter.

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This year’s Tippin’ the Tank fundraiser held Friday, October 17 was successful in raising over $2,000 for Arkansas Children’s Hospital. Above, James Reeves, John Puckett, LeAnn Dilbeck and Chase Busch “set” for their 1-hour shift on their throne in Walmart...along with their reading material.

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James Earl Turner was also recognized and given a Meritorious Service Award for his work throughout the community.

The Lodges also recognized members of the Masons for various awards and services. The Pillars of Soloman, the highest award one can earn in the Masons, was given to Don Davis and James Richards and can only be given by the Grand Lodge, which resides over the state association of Masons. Good Citizen Awards were presented to Sandy

Brooks and Jody Jennings.

Other members to be recognized for service and given awards were Steve Fortner, Mark Lazarus, Larry Winfield, Jerry Sims, Frank Rhodes, James Richards, David Jennings, Seth Lazarus, and Lou Brooks.

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BY MELANIE BUCK On Friday night (October 17), Polk County Sheriff Mike Godfrey and County Judge Brandon Ellison were honored as Men of the Year at the annual awards banquet held by two of the county’s Masonic Lodges.

Jack Peeples presented the awards on behalf of both Lodges. Peeples stated, “We recognize good people who do outstanding things in our community.”

Judge Ellison was chosen by Dallas Lodge #128 as their ‘Man of the Year.’ Ellison stated, “It’s an honor to receive this. Being county judge is something I enjoy doing; it’s a calling. Thank you for letting me be your county judge.”

Mountain Meadow Lodge #218 chose Sheriff Godfrey as their ‘Man of the Year.’ “I agree with Brandon, it’s a calling. I’m only as good in my office as my staff. I wouldn’t do anything else,” stated Godfrey.

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October 22, 2014

NWS Confirms Last Week’s Storm Spawned EF1 Tornado

BY LEANN DILBECK Polk County Office of Emergency Service Manager James Reeves reported that the National Weather Service confirmed Tuesday, October 14, that an early Monday morning severe thunderstorm the day before did, in fact, spawn a rare autumn EF1 tornado responsible for minor structural damage, power outages, and blocked roadways.

Reeves said the storm that rolled through the county began around 4:30 a.m., knocking power out from Hatfield all the way through Rocky communities. “They confirmed the damage west of Hatfield as a severe thunder storm. The storm continued northeast following Polk 40, as the storm crossed Polk 48, it turned tornadic producing an EF-1 tornado that continued NE to west of Rocky where it destroyed a hay barn, crossed Hwy 8 West doing roof damage to a home on Polk 47 and then down Polk 125 before ending at the end of Lehmann Lane.” Early assessments show that the tornado was only 1/4 to 1/2 mile wide at its widest point.

Reeves said that the county road behind Lake Wilhelmina over to Lehmann Lane sustained the most damage and was the last road that crews were able to open up Monday evening.

A large portion of power was restored by mid-morning Monday but complete power to all customers was not restored until Monday evening.

There were no injuries reported.

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The Mena/Polk County Chamber of Commerce recently welcomed the new Merle Norman /The Peacock Walk at 410 Sherwood #4 in downtown Mena. The store’s entrance faces Mena Street. The studio’s owner, Susie Berruquin owns another Merle Norman studio in Nashville and is very excited to be opening in Mena.

The studio’s hours are Tuesday - Firday 9:30 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.; Saturday 9:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. The Mena manager is Alissa Berruquin.

You can reach them by phone at 479-394-3777.

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The undefeated Mena Junior Ladycat volleyball team finished this season claiming both conference and district titles. [PHOTO SUBMITTED]

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Ouachita Arts Celebration

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try their hand at acting. Four Winds Trading Post will have a variety of demonstrations of Native American crafts and a Drum Circle. If you don't get a chance to vote on the beading competition they have going on, you can do that on November 1 (but try to get by and make your choice earlier while you are not pressed for time—there are some fabulous entries).

Our newest boutique, The Fair Lady, is working on a fashion show.

There will be artists working in oils, drawing, and polymer clay; you can stop and watch and ask questions if you like. Some will be outdoors; others will be in Mena Art Gallery. Chameleon Arts will be conducting a painted mug competition.

Traffic will detour around the 600 block of Mena Street so that you can wander around to see all that is going on. If you'd like to be able to sit a while, be sure to bring a lawn chair.

Both Skyline Cafe and American Artisans will be open and serving food; American Artisans will have some of the artists it represents on hand to tell you about their work. The Culinary Arts Department at Rich Mountain Community College will be cooking some great treats; the Lioness Club will be popping corn.

And Mena Art Gallery will have the opening of their annual Christmas Gift Show and sale going on. Mark your calendar: Saturday, November 1, 10 am to 4 pm. .

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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. Gravel road surface is a critical part of our transportation. The 3 most important points for gravel roads are maintenance, safety road shape and good surface gravel.

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. As county judge, I want to maintain an open-door policy to the community to build stronger, more confident relationships. Asking for your support, your neighbor and friend, I want to bring the very best to the community of Polk County.

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MRHS Receives IQI Performance Bonus Payment

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[MENA] Mena Regional Health System received $26,250 as a performance bonus payment from Arkansas Medicaid and the Arkansas Foundation for Medical Care (AFMC) as part of the annual Inpatient Quality Incentive (IQI) program during a ceremony on October 9 at the Statehouse Convention Center.

More than $2.6 million in performance bonus payments were made to 13 Arkansas hospitals for the 2014 IQI program. Since the IQI program began in 2007, Arkansas Medicaid has awarded $31 million to hospitals that have participated in the program and successfully improved care.

Through the IQI program, Arkansas hospitals have reduced their rates of non-medically indicated early elective deliveries of newborns by 92% since 2010. "These 13 hospitals have shown outstanding commitment to improving the quality of care delivered to their patients," Arkansas Medicaid Director Dawn Stehle said. "Through their efforts, and the efforts of other hospitals participating in the IQI program, real progress has been made in achieving Arkansas Medicaid's population health priorities."

This program reflects a growing movement toward rewarding hospitals for commitment to quality and providing evidence-based care to their patients.

MRHS to Conclude Month-Long Awareness Campaign with ‘Cook for a Cure’

BY MELANIE BUCK Mena Regional Health System has had a full month of activities in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month. The final event will be ‘Cook for a Cure’ on Thursday, October 30.

MRHS employees will cook their best chili to sell by the bowl to the public and it will be served with crackers and cheese for $5. There will be judging for the Chili Cook-Off and a trophy will be awarded to the winner. Proceeds will benefit Polk County Relay for Life.

They began the month with a bake sale on October 2. Employees were encouraged to bake pink desserts that were sold to raise money for the hospital’s Relay for Life Team.

Pam Barton of the Ouachita Rehabilitation Center won the prize for best dessert. Barton created pink lemonade fudge and claimed the trophy.

The second week of the month, they held a ‘Pennies for a Cure’ contest. Each department of the hospital dressed a jar in pink to collect pennies. For extra incentive, a penalty was given to anyone who had silver or bills in their jars. In turn, each department began filling other department’s jars with silver and bills for a fun competition. Administration was announced as the winner, raising $156.08 with a penalty of $54.55. A total of $547.30 was raised through the project.

MRHS also held a ‘Dressing for a Cure’ day and all employees were encouraged to wear pink. National Mammography Day was held on Friday, October 17 where employees were served pink lemonade and pink popcorn.

‘Create for a Cure’ will be held on Thursday, October 23. Employees will decorate plastic pumpkins and the winning department will receive a strawberry sundae party.

For more information on these and future events, contact Sonya Maye at 479-3946100.

Mena High School Students and Parents

Order your Mena High School Yearbook early by November 7th deadline to get the best price of $55. You may order online at jostensyearbooks.com or by phone at 1-866-282-1516. Also this year - yearbook is trying to make ordering your yearbook as easy as possible. If you want, you may bring your cash money of $55 and your order form with your account number on it to Mrs. Flanigan in room 401 any time by the deadline date of November 7th and she will purchase your yearbook online for you.

From 11/8/14 to 2/2/15, the yearbook will cost $60 From 2/3/15 to 2/9/15 the yearbook will cost $65

After 2/9/15, you will not be guaranteed a yearbook and the cost will be $80 if we receive any extras from the yearbook company.

Please contact Mrs. Flanigan at Mena High School at 479-234-6286 if you have any questions.

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BY LEANN DILBECK The Mena Area Board of Realtors is continuing their efforts to make a positive difference in local students lives by planning a food collection drive for this Saturday, October 25, at James Super Save Foods to go toward the local Backpack Program.

The Mena Board of Realtors have given out more than $2,000 in food to Mena, Acorn, Cossatot River & Wickes schools in 2013. Most of the items thus far have come from donations from fellow Realtor members, in the form of food and toiletry donations.

Nancy Wright, spokesperson for the Board said, “There is a need to help these children who don’t have enough food to sustain them over the weekends. It’s hard to believe these conditions exist in our county… but they do.”

Donations received will make it to the kids they day it is requested, either through the school or the Salvation Army and the Realtors are hopeful that the public will assist them in their efforts.

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October 22, 2014

Union) of Arkansas and the Arkansas Public Law Center sued to have the law stricken as unconstitutional after the state legislature passed the law in 2013. Governor Mike Beebe vetoed the law, however, the legislature over-rode his veto.

In May of this year, Pulaski County Circuit Judge Tim Fox ruled the law imposed a new voter qualification on citizens that exceeded those included in the state constitution. On Wednesday, October 15, the state’s highest court agreed, the law does not adhere to Arkansas’ Constitution. The Constitution states: “Except as otherwise provided by this Constitution, any person may vote in an election in this State who is: (1) A citizen of the United States; (2) A resident of the State of Arkansas; (3) At lease eighteen (18) years of age; and (4) Lawfully registered to vote in the election.”

"These four qualifications set forth in our state's constitution simply do not include any proof-of-identity requirement," the ruling said.

Polk County voters interested in casting their ballots may do so at the “old hospital” building, the Polk County Office Complex, located at 606 Pine Street from 8 a.m. until 6 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. on Saturdays. Early voting will end at 5 p.m. November 3.

Veterans Hold Appreciation Dinner for Local Law Enforcement

BY MELANIE BUCK For time out of memory the Frank Fried Post #18 American Legion has held an annual banquet for law enforcement officers to show recognition and appreciation of their dedication and hard work while keeping our county safe.

On Tuesday, October 14, many city, county, and state law enforcement lined up for a steak dinner prepared by the Ladies Auxiliary. President Bob Lancaster stated, “The American Legion Auxiliary support us and are largely responsible for the fine meal we had this evening.”

Also recognized were volunteer van drivers that tirelessly drive veterans to and from doctor appointments, some as far as Little Rock, every day, rain or shine. More photos are available online at MyPulseNews.com.

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FOR A 3RD TERM • 1.2 Million Dollar Debt Elimination • Clean Audits • Implementation of a successful 10 Year Road and Bridge Plan • Experienced Decisive Leader • Verifiable Work Experience • 28-Year Career of Executive Experience • Professional • Navigated Polk County Through 3 Federally Declared Disasters • Hands On • Trustworthy • Active Member of First Baptist Church, Mena • President of Mena Lions Club POLITICAL ADVERTISEMENT PAID FOR BY BRANDON ELLISON CAMPAIGN FUND

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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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Queen’s Facelift Nearing Final Phases

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BY LEANN DILBECK Welcomed news to the local economy is that the Queen Wilhelmina Lodge renovation project is progressing with an expected “phased opening” in mid-spring of 2015. Arkansas Travel Commissioner Bill Barnes told The Pulse that pre-marketing plans are already being implemented.

A $7.4 million project that has been plagued with delays, even being brought to a standstill, following the termination of the original contractor since its closure in March 2012 is now within a few short months of once again opening up its doors to welcome guests and tourists atop Arkansas’ second highest peak.

Barnes commended the work of Representative Nate Bell, who was instrumental in bringing necessary parties together to streamline the construction process once the bond was called, and is grateful that all the parties are working very well together now.

Bell said that the mold remediation process was completed in August and that since that point the project has been moving along “pretty well.” Bell along with other officials met at the site in mid-September and he said, “It was clear that finally getting the ‘all-clear’ on the mold issues was a turning point. There were close to 40 construction workers on-site and the lodge was a beehive of activity.”

As Barnes explained, the bonding company has been much more cooperative, even designating a representative that is on-site a majority of the time. “He is very knowledgeable of construction and has the authority to make decisions quickly regarding change orders and that has expedited the process exponentially.”

The original renovation project plans called for much of the existing kitchen equipment to be re-used but officials learned that the equipment had not been properly protected from the weather, being virtually ruined, and as Barnes explained would have resulted in constant equipment failures. He also explained that the kitchen design, including the equipment, was reflective of the 1970’s and not as efficient as much of today’s designs. Bell added that the plans had left the food prep and dishwashing areas essentially unchanged and the setup was backwards of what was needed for efficient workflow. State Parks made what Barnes deemed as “the only right decision” to upgrade the kitchen for much better traffic flow, creating “an opportunity to do a much better job with food and beverage service.”

Bell continues to stay in close contact with officials regarding the project that he knows is vital to District 20’s economy, “I spoke with both Richard Davies and Greg Butts this week about the project and they believe that everything is proceeding at the most rapid pace possible.”

Officials anticipate a “phased-opening” with the lodge opening before the restaurant due to the kitchen upgrade. Bell said that the facility is currently scheduled for turnover to the state on February 9, 2015 and officials will be able to begin moving in furniture, hiring, training, etc., to be able to open in its full capacity by late Spring.

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- Haunted House -

October 30 • 6 pm - 9 pm October 31 • 6 pm - 10 pm Cost: $3 each

Halloween Dance Featuring

Roy Hale & Rambling Fever Band October 31 • 8 pm - 12 am Cost: With Costume - $6 Without Costume - $8

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Best Costume Contest with prizes awarded

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Janet Pate Oglesby, age 50, of Mena, Arkansas passed away Monday, October 20, 2014 in Mena.

She was born in Mena, Arkansas to the late Loyd Pate and Sybil Beam. She was married to Rusty Oglesby for 18 years and was a housewife. She was a loving and kind wife, daughter, mother, grandmother, sister and friend to all who knew her. Janet will be missed by all who knew her.

She is survived by her husband, Rusty Oglesby of the home; daughters, Misty Oglesby of Mena, Arkansas, Tiffany Sibbett and husband Shane of Mena, Arkansas; grandchildren, Shaeli, Macie, and Jaxon Sibbett; mother, Sybil Pate of Hatfield, Arkansas; brother, Alton Pate of Hatfield, Arkansas; sisters, Barbara Rice of Hatfield, Arkansas, Betty Dollar of Pine Ridge, Arkansas, Linda Ellison of Mena, Arkansas, Amy Fruen of Mena, Arkansas.

Host of other family, friends and church family that loved her dearly.

She was preceded in death by her father, Loyd Pate.

Funeral services will be Wednesday, October 22, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. at Cherry Hill Methodist Church in Cherry Hill, Arkansas with Brother Mark Lyle and Brother Daryl Hines officiating. Interment will follow in the Highland Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be Arvin Egger, Mike Logan, Jason Morris, Adam Strothers, Jamie Williams, and Gary Standridge.

GARY DEAN HOGUE Gary Dean Hogue, Sr., age 67, went to see his Father on October 17, 2014.

He was born on January 14, 1947, in Harris County, Texas.

Gary was a Vietnam Veteran, having served 4 years in the United States Air Force. He served over 36 years in law enforcement as a Deputy Sheriff for Harris

EMMIT WESLEY TURNBOUGH Emmit “Red Man” Wesley Turnbough, age 53, of Wickes, Arkansas passed away Sunday, October 12, 2014 in Wickes.

He was born December 20, 1960 in Mena, Arkansas to the late Albert Lester Turnbough and the late Elizabeth Almeda Hemphill Turnbough. He was married to Beverly Smith Turnbough and was a truck driver by profession. Wesley loved his family, and was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend to all who knew him. He will be missed by all.

He is survived by his wife, Beverly Ann Smith Turnbough of the home; sons, Eric Smith of Wickes, Arkansas, Chris Smith and wife Connie of Vandervoort, Arkansas; daughters, Deadre Brady and husband Tim of Wickes, Arkansas, Patricia Smith and Tim Stubbs of Lockesburg, Arkansas, Stacy Turnbough of Hatton, Arkansas; siblings, Emma Rose

Bell of Wickes, Arkansas, James Turnbough and wife Cindy of Wickes, Arkansas; 20 grandchildren and 2 greatgrandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; and a host of friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Elizabeth Turnbough, and brother, Ronnie Turnbough.

Funeral services were Thursday, October 16, 2014, at 2:00 p.m. at Hatton Baptist Church in Hatton, Arkansas with Brother Don Youngblood officiating.

Interment followed in the Baker Cemetery in Wickes, Arkansas under the direction of the Beasley Wood Funeral Home of Mena.

Family and friends visitation was Wednesday, October 15, 2014, from 6:008:00 p.m. at Beasley Wood Funeral Home.

Pallbearers were Floyd Fairless, Glen Broach, Mikey Harwood, Brayden Smith, Wayne McCarley, Devin Smith, Eric Smith, and Mark Sanford.

Honorary pallbearers were Donnie Loyd, Lil’ Mark, Jr., Dustin McCarley, and Tim Stubbs.

MARIAN ARDEAN ROWE Marian Ardean Rowe, age 96, of Hatfield passed away Tuesday, October 14, 2014 in Mena.

She was born June 30, 1918 in Potter, Arkansas to the late Tutt Harris and Azzie Littlepage Harris. She was married for 62 years to the late Frank Rowe and was a member of the Eastern Star. Mrs. Rowe was a lifetime member of the Church of

Christ in Hatfield. She was an avid Braves Fan and liked to watch University of Arkansas Basketball. Mrs. Rowe loved to garden and enjoyed working with her flowers. She also enjoyed watching her cows.

She was a wonderful and loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend to all who knew her. She will be dearly missed by all.

She is survived by, her children, Marcia Rowe of Hatfield, Arkansas, Linda Siccardi of Fayetteville, Arkansas, Don Allen Rowe and wife Shirley of Sedalia, Missouri, Debbie Greenwood and husband John of Glenwood, Arkansas, Ricky Rowe and wife Linda of Mena, Arkansas; ten grandchildren, sixteen great-grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Tutt and Azzie Harris, her husband, Frank Rowe, brothers, Dahl Harris, Allen Harris, Jimmy Harris, and sisters, Fern Hastings, Juanita Turner and Tommie Lou Perkins.

Funeral services were Friday, October 17, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. at Church of Christ in Hatfield, Arkansas with David Donica and Sammie Varner officiating. Interment followed in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Hatfield under the direction of the Beasley Wood Funeral Home of Mena.

Pallbearers were, her grandsons, Mark Wright, Brandon Bowen, Tim Bowen, Warren Rowe, Eric Rowe, and Ryan Rowe.

Honorary pallbearers were, her granddaughters, Dena Gorden, Molly Clark, and Jennifer Youngblood.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Eastern Star of Hatfield.

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would like to express their appreciation for kindness shown during his illness and death. A special thanks to Shannon Rogers for the video she prepared and extended family and friends for all the support. Also many thanks to the ladies of the First Christian Church and to Scott Jones and Beasley Wood Funeral Service.

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JANET PATE OGLESBY

County Texas, Chief of Police for Mt. Ida Police Department and as Chief Deputy for the Montgomery County Sheriffs’ Department.

He is preceded in death by his father, Johnnie Hogue, his mother, Bernice Copeland and brother Gerrald Hogue.

Survivors include his wife of 16 years, Linda Hogue of Mena, Arkansas; brother Billy Wayne Hogue and wife Debbie of Splendora, Texas; sisters Darlene and Debbie and sister-in-law Ginny of Texas; daughter Tracy and husband Clark Sebree of Pearland, Texas; son Gary Hogue Jr., and wife Annalyse of Pearland, Texas; daughter Lisa and husband Keith Reece of Valliant, Oklahoma; son Neal Thomas and wife Tina of Pencil Bluff, Arkansas; and son Michael Thomas and wife Jovan of Mena, Arkansas.

Grandchildren are Amber, Ashleigh, Christian, Preston, Caraleigh, John and Jessika, Caleb and Jessica (Suzi), Haillie, Matthew, Tiffany, Tyler, and Braden.

Great-grandchildren are Nicholas, Belle, Emma, JayLee and Brannan and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins.

Funeral services were Tuesday, October 21, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. at Beasley Wood Funeral Home of Mena.

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OPINION

October 22, 2014

The Huckabee Report

Health officials are continuing to track down anyone who might have had any contact with the late Ebola patient in Dallas. A hospital lab worker who might have handled his specimens was on a Carnival cruise when the message arrived to go into 21-day quarantine. Fortunately, the worker has shown no symptoms. But it wasn’t much of a cruise for anybody. Fellow passengers not only heard they were on a ship with a possible Ebola case, but both Mexico and Belize refused to let the ship dock. So more good publicity for Carnival Cruises. But here’s some positive news: the family of the first Ebola patient ends their 21-day quarantine today, and none have shown any symptoms. Still, we shouldn’t let our guard down. As blogger Jerry Pournelle notes, nine doctors from the group Doctors Without Borders, who had the very best protective gear, have died of Ebola. We’re talking about sending 3,000 US soldiers into Liberia with four hours of training on how to avoid the disease.

Meanwhile, President Obama still clings to the idea of an America without borders. In his Saturday radio address, he resisted the overwhelming public demand to bar travelers from entering the US from the West African Ebola hot zones. Obama said we shouldn’t give in to hysteria and fear. I agree. But quarantining an area with an outbreak of deadly contagious disease isn’t hysteria or fear. It’s common sense. And frankly, if this Administration weren’t so dead set against giving in to common sense, it might not have a 39 percent approval rating.

It’s no wonder support for gun control laws is down. Judging by the news, even liberals are packing heat… On a recent episode of his HBO show, Bill Maher admitted he has guns for self-defense, and he got guest Ben Affleck to admit he does, too.

Brad Pitt told the Radio Times that he inherited his grandfather’s shotgun when he was in kindergarten and doesn’t feel safe without a gun in the house. He even gave Angelina Jolie a shooting range as a wedding gift. And in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, two Democratic State Representatives were approached on the street by two masked armed robbers. But one of the politicians, Marty Flynn, is a former MMA fighter and prison guard, and he was ready. He whipped out his pistol and exchanged fire with the crooks. By the time police arrived, Flynn was holding them at gunpoint. I assume he won’t be voting with the side that claims armed citizens don’t stop criminals. As for his Democratic colleague…I wonder if he’s become a Republican yet?

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Dear Editor: A group called Our Communities Our Dollars recently began working to legalize liquor in Faulkner County (Conway), Craighead County (Jonesboro) and Saline County (Benton). Wal-Mart was listed as giving the largest donation toward this cause. Liquor stores in nearby counties have contributed to keeping counties dry. What do these three have in common? The love of money.

Since we have a Wal-Mart in Mena, my guess is that people who go out of town for the day seldom end up at out-of-town Wal-Mart stores. Thus, when they buy beer or wine, none of the proceeds go to Wal-Mart.

Our Communities Our Dollars make no bones about it. If people in their county are going to spend money on alcohol, they want that profit. The liquor stores are the other side of that coin; they lose money if those counties become wet.

How this all translated into a statewide referendum, I’m not sure, but when voting time comes around in November, this will be on the ballot. Thirty-seven counties will have this choice made for them by the whole state. This amendment to the state constitution has been written in such a way that if a county or a township wished to buck the tide and return to a dry area, the option no longer exists.

For locals who would choose wet, my supposition is convenience, not the almighty dollar. Many folks do not consider it an inconvenience to purchase their beer elsewhere. They feel we lose in our local ambiance when we add what one would call ”beer joints.” No amount of revenue would replace what we already have.

When I visit a county that is wet, I observe changes that would occur in mine if this law passes.

Convenience stores have a surround on the exterior advertising liquor, neon signs in the windows, and stack after stack of beer inside. One week in October, all the schools have Red Ribbon Week when we educate students of the evils of alcohol and drugs. Then for the remaining 51 weeks they are inundated with ads each time we purchase gas. Do you think they get the message?

The bottom line is do you want people with a vested interest or other counties in Arkansas making our local decisions? We’re capable of “duking it out.” I find it offensive that “enlightened individuals” across the state will have the opportunity to affect our local politics. We don’t need others to think for us. We are capable of deciding for ourselves.

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BY STATE SENATOR LARRY TEAGUE LITTLE ROCK – Thanks to participation by law enforcement agencies in all regions of the state, Arkansas has one of the most successful prescription drug take-back campaigns in the country.

Since 2010, Arkansas drug prevention and law enforcement teams have collected more than 62 tons of out-of-date prescription drugs turned in by people cleaning out their medicine cabinets.

At a joint meeting of the Legislative Task Forces on Substance Abuse Prevention and Substance Abuse Treatment Services, members heard a report on strategies for curbing the abuse of prescription drugs. Arkansas has become a model for other states because of the success of its take-back programs.

The federal Office of National Drug Control Policy has called for an increase in the number of return and disposal programs, which take excess prescription drugs off the shelves of people’s homes and safely destroy them.

Arkansas has conducted nine take-back days since 2010. Officials gathered 62 tons, or 173 million pills. Task Force members were encouraged by the numbers because those prescriptions drugs were disposed of safely and will not be abused by anyone. Nor will fall into the hands of young people, they cannot be used for criminal purposes and they will not be the cause of an accidental overdose.

Another benefit of take-back programs is that the prescription drugs collected do not end up in streams and waterways, where they can harm wildlife because of their potency. Some prescription drugs can remain in water that has been treated for pollution and sewage, so it is not considered safe to flush drugs down the drain. Some studies indicate that in waterways downstream from large cities the fish and aquatic life are affected by popularly prescribed prescriptions.

A major reason Arkansas is so successful is that we average 160 collection sites each time we hold a take-back event. The average in other states is 108 per event, and most of those states are larger than Arkansas.

Law enforcement agencies, the state Drug Czar, the Attorney General and the staffs of the two U.S. Attorneys in Arkansas help organize the take-back events.

Arkansas ranks fourth in the nation in the number of pounds of drugs collected per capita. Even though Arkansas is 32nd in population, it ranks 16th in the total weight of prescriptions collected.

Ebola Preparations Arkansas has not had an individual with Ebola virus. However, the state Health Department physicians, nurses and infection control nurses have been preparing since August in case there is a reported case of the Ebola virus in Arkansas.

Public health officials have been working with hospitals, clinics, churches, waste water management companies, emergency medical technicians, schools and business groups.

The goal is to quickly and accurately assess whether any individuals have been infected by the Ebola virus, and to have a plan in place for screening and treating any infected patients.

The Health Department considers that only people who have traveled to West Africa, or who have treated an Ebola patient, are at risk. At this time, traveling to Dallas is not enough to pose a risk, according to Health Department officials.

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BY STATE REPRESENTATIVE NATE BELL Early voting is underway and I’m continuing to get lots of questions from constituents about the proposals on this year’s ballot. Ballot issues can be confusing and there are always people who are willing to spin, twist and otherwise obfuscate their effects to advance their own agenda.

Over the last few weeks, I've published op-eds detailing my opinion on each of the ballot questions in local newspapers and on several internet pages. Here are links to each of them.

Issue 1: https://www.facebook.com/notes/representativenate-bell/proposed-constitutional-amendment1/10152521447904262?fref=nf Issue 2: https://www.facebook.com/notes/representativenate-bell/proposed-constitutional-amendment-issue2/10152370748484262 Issue 3: https://www.facebook.com/notes/representative-nate-bell/proposed-constitutional-amendment-3/10152386719764262 Issue 4: https://www.facebook.com/notes/representative-nate-bell/ballot-question-4/10152523781929262?fref=nf Issue 5: https://www.facebook.com/notes/representative-nate-bell/ballot-initiative-5/10152510127114262 The University of Arkansas Public Policy Center does an excellent job providing unbiased explanations of the ballot questions in their issue publications. Here are the links to each of the fact sheets. I hope they will assist you in making educated choices about each of the issues presented.

Issue 1: http://uaex.edu/business-communities/votereducation/FSPPC312%20LegReview.pdf Issue 2: http://uaex.edu/business-communities/votereducation/FSPPC313%20Signatures.pdf Issue 3: http://uaex.edu/business-communities/votereducation/FSPPC314%20Ethics.pdf Issue 4: http://uaex.edu/business-communities/votereducation/FSPPC315AlcoholAmend.pdf Issue 5: http://uaex.edu/business-communities/votereducation/FSPPC316MinimumWage.pdf The issues addressed by these ballot questions are important issues and the decisions made will affect Arkansas’ future for generations.

Please don't let anyone fool you with a few sound bites or platitudes. Get the facts, be informed and go vote.

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CITIZEN

October 22, 2014

Ken and Anna Marks - Advocates for Children

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Ken Marks joined the Army as a Medic in December of 1976 and was stationed in Germany where he met his wife, Anna, in 1980. “We were married six months after we met,” Anna explained. “We would’ve married sooner but I was in a nuclear unit during the Cold War so the clearance took some time,” added Ken. After Ken’s time in the Army was complete the couple settled in Ken’s home state of California, where he went to work for the California Department of Corrections. “I was a youth correctional counselor in a level three prison. There were lots of murders and drug users, ages 18-25,” explained Ken. The Marks’ have three boys: Ken, Jr., a Marine who served two tours and is now in Bio Medical Engineering; Jonathan, who has obtained his degree in Economics and moved back to California for an internship with the city of Riverside; and Matthew, a RMCC graduate who works for the Police Department. “To me being a mom was everything, watching a part of you grow up and seeing their personalities develop is so wonderful. There was nothing bad about it, I enjoyed every minute, they are my world,” said Anna. “I like watching them now as grownups. They are young men who are productive and making good choices. All the hard work we did when they were kids has paid off,” added Ken. After Ken, Jr., completed his training for the Marines in North Carolina, his father drove back across the country with him to California. He told his mother when they got home that she would love Arkansas, it was very green like Germany. With Ken’s retirement in the near future the Marks family visited Fort Smith and though they enjoyed it, they knew they wanted something more rural. “Two years later on spring break we came to Mena and met with Sharon Liles at United Country Real Estate and found a house I fell in love with,” explained Anna. “We ended up here on accident but we love the small town. It is so friendly,” added Ken. “Soon after we moved here the tornado hit and it was devastating but such an eye opener. In California there are people who have so much but wouldn’t help at all, here there are people hardly making it but would give their last five dollars to help someone, it was so good for my sons to see,” said Anna. “The small town attitude and community is so great. Everyone rallies together for a cause, people step up to the plate,” Ken added.

After moving to Arkansas the couple wanted to do something to give back and got involved with CASA, which stands for Court Appointed Special Advocates. These are very important members of the foster care system. As volunteers they work to be a voice for the children, from the beginning of their placement, until they are dismissed by the judge. They meet with teachers, foster parents, birth parents and most importantly, the children themselves. They also make recommendations to the judge on each case.

“It is a lot of work but so rewarding to know we can make a difference to a child going through such a hard time. We want them to know that we are there for them and as one child put it when asked who we were, ‘those are my friends,’” explained Anna. “After 29 years in a prison it’s easy to become very callus, seeing the other side of this, when at the end of the case we have a perfect scenario and parents are clean and kids are back with family, and to know it worked! It’s very rewarding,” Ken added. “We all have a tendency to judge and we cannot judge someone under the influence of drugs. When they are clean they are remarkable parents and good people but they went the wrong way. The children are always the victim, so we do hold the parent’s feet to the fire,” Anna explained. “I see it differently and want to hold the parents accountable because they made the choices that put them and their children in this position. I want them to understand they are not the victim so they can do the work and gain the satisfaction from making the change,” added Ken. “She’s the love, I’m the club. Because we are different we are a good team.”

As well as their extraordinary work with CASA, Anna also helps serve at the Vegetarian Soup Kitchen at the Seventh Day Adventist Church and Ken hopes to get involved by assisting with the loading and unloading of the food delivery for that great cause.

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October 22, 2014

BY JACLYN ROSE David Baucom moved to Mena from Broken Bow his junior year of high school and graduated from Mena in 1992. “My grandparents bought chicken houses and my parents decided Manufacturer they needed to get into the business too, so we moved to of Quality CNC Parts Mena. Baucom is the father of three kids: Keelan, Macey, and 479.394.4248 Taylor, and has built for himself a well-known local reputation 104 Port Arthur Avenue as a “car guy.” The owner of Walker Collision and Repair, he Mena, AR 71953-3344 started doing body work and paint to automobiles in 1997.

Recently, Baucom has taken on an interesting new endeavor with the purchase of Something Fishy, a charming pet store located at 511 Mena Street. “I have a large aquarium in my dining room and purchased my fish and fish food from Something Fishy. When the previous owner offered to sell it to me, I just couldn’t refuse,” explained Baucom.

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SCHOOL

October 22, 2014

RMCC/TRIO Hosts Career Day for Area High Schools

Rich Mountain Community College's Educational Talent Search program hosted the biannual Career Day event in the Ouachita Center on October 16, 2014. Students from seven high schools in the RMCC ETS program joined together in the Ouachita Center to hear keynote speaker, Chad Foster, as they begin to plan for college and careers. Chad Foster has traveled the country asking professionals what it takes to truly be successful. In response to his research, he stated that he found the values of following individual dreams and developing good communication skills to be major keys to success. He encouraged the students to ask questions to those people they will meet on their educational journey. Foster motivated students to work toward their dreams every day, no matter how big or far-fetched they may seem. Following his presentation, students had an opportunity to meet with thirty different professionals in various occupations including the business and medical fields, cosmetology, culinary arts, computer technology, and others.

Check out the RMCC Facebook and website, www.rmcc.edu<http://www.rmcc.edu>, to see photos from this event.

RMCC October Student of the Month

Student Support Services has announced Billie Joe Corbin as student of the month for October. Billie Joe received her GED through Rich Mountain Community College in 2007 and began taking college credit courses in the spring of 2013. She is currently working on her Associate of Arts degree and will complete it in the spring of 2015. After graduating from RMCC she plans on transferring to Southern Arkansas University (SAU) to complete her degree in Early Childhood Education. Billie Joe says, "SSS has always been available when I needed help and have helped me get through many of my classes.

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Mena Public Schools Breakfast Menu Monday: 10/27 Pancake Sausage on a Stick, Diced Peaches, Juice, Milk Tuesday: 10/28 Cereal, Toast, Apple Slices, Juice, Milk Wednesday: 10/29 Sausage Patty, Biscuit, Sliced Pears, Juice, Milk Thursday: 10/30 Breakfast Bar, Bread, Banana, Juice, Milk Friday: 10/31 Super Donut, Grapes, Juice, Milk Mena Public Schools Lunch Menu Monday: 10/27 Main: Pig in a Blanket, Potato Wedges, Broccoli & Cheese, Side Kicks, Milk; Choice: Cheeseburger Potato Wedges, Broccoli & Cheese, Side Kicks, Milk Tuesday: 10/28 Main: Chicken Wrap, Lettuce & Tomato, Spinach Rice (6-12), Steamed Carrots, Tropical Fruit, Milk; Choice: Soft Taco, Lettuce & Tomato, Spinach Rice, Steamed Carrots, Tropical Fruit, Milk Wednesday: 10/29 Main: Spaghetti w/ Meat Sauce, Garden Spinach Salad, Garlic Bread Sticks (9-12), Fruit, Milk; Choice: Pizza, Garden Spinach Salad, Bread Stick, Fruit, Milk Thursday: 10/30 Main: Taco Salad w/ Salsa, Whole Wheat Tortilla Chips, Refried Beans, Chocolate Chip Cookie, Pineapple, Milk; Choice: Burrito w/ Cheese Sauce, Salsa, Refried Beans, Chocolate Chip Cookie, Pineapple, Milk Friday: 10/31 Main: Chicken Nuggets, Mashed Potatoes w/ Gravy, Green Beans, Orange Wedges, Hot Roll, Milk; Choice: Breaded Pork Chops, Mashed Potatoes w/ Gravy, Green Beans, Orange Wedges, Hot Roll, Milk Acorn Breakfast Menu Monday: 10/27 Poptart, Sausage Link, Fruit, Juice, Milk Tuesday: 10/28 Breakfast Bagel, Fruit, Juice, Milk Wednesday: 10/29 Cereal, Fruit, Juice, Milk Thursday: 10/30 Super Donut, Fruit, Juice, Milk Friday: 10/31 Sausage Biscuit, Fruit, Juice, Milk Acorn Lunch Menu Monday: 10/27 Taco Salad, Ranch Style Beans, Salsa, Cookie, Fruit, Milk Tuesday: 10/28 Turkey & Cheese Croissant, French Fries, Cherry Tomatoes, Fruit, Milk Wednesday: 10/29 Pork Roast w. Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Roll, Salad, Fruit, Milk Thursday: 10/30 Fish Sticks, Pinto Beans, Coleslaw, Cornbread, Fruit, Milk Friday: 10/31 Pizza, Salad, Fruit, Milk Cossatot River School Breakfast Menu Monday: 10/27 Mini Donuts, Grapes, Orange Juice, Milk Tuesday: 10/28 Pancake on a Stick, Watermelon, Apple Juice, Milk Wednesday: 10/29 Cereal, Apple Wedges, Grape Juice, Milk Thursday: 10/30 Breakfast Burrito, Strawberries, Orange Juice, Milk Friday: 10/31 Super Donut, Wedges, Apple Juice, Milk Cossatot River School Lunch Menu Monday: 10/27 Chicken Strips, Macaroni & Cheese, Tossed Salad w/ Dressing, Mandarin Oranges, Milk Tuesday: 10/28 Soft Taco, Lettuce/Tomato, Cheese, Salsa, Refried Beans, Fruit Cocktail, Chocolate Chip Cookie, Milk Wednesday: 10/29 Country Fried Steak, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Steamed Vegetables, Pears, Milk Thursday: 10/30 Ham & Cheese Sandwich, Lettuce/Tomato, Pickles, Sweet Potato Fries, Strawberries/Bananas, Milk Friday: 10/31 Chicken Spaghetti Green Beans, Tossed Salad w/ Dressing, Peaches, Roll, Milk

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Ladycats finish runner-up in the Paris Tournament to Rogers Heritage Saturday October 11, with a score of 25-23 25-21.

Vandervoort Elementary held their annual Fall Festival on Friday, October 3rd. Each year students sell tickets, and the one with the most tickets get crowned King and Queen (3rd-6th) and Prince and Princess (PreK-2nd). This year's queen is 4th grader Vivian Denton; the King is 3rd grader Austin Bailey. The princess is Kindergartner Natalie Bailey and the prince is 2nd grader Derek Dixon.

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BY SUZANNE SNOW Feeling the Halloween spirit and looking for some fun plans?

Come check out the OLT's production of Bell, Book and Candle. If you are a fan of the TV series Bewitched, you will love the quirky cast of characters in BB&C. The chemistry on stage is energetic and the characters are played by some familiar faces of Polk County. Amanda Stipe leads the stage as Gillian, a witch who wants a taste of normal human life. Pastors Lamar Austin and Scott O'Rear bring the comedy and plots twists in roles that contrast their real life personalities. Tim Hesse is back on the stage as the leading man whose life gets turned upside down when a spell is cast on him. We introduce Emily McCoy Butler as the silly witch Aunt Queenie.

Besides the amusing characters, there will be a very patient cat on stage as Gillian's familiar, Pyewacket. The stage is a funky twist of Halloween and Christmas set in 1950s New York City. This romantic comedy is not to be missed if you like a bit of whimsical magic. Despite being witches, the characters in this story have flaws, develop as people, and are easy to relate to.

The play will open on Friday, 10/24 and there will be shows on 10/25 and 10/26 as well as on Halloween 10/31, 11/1, and 11/2. The Friday and Saturday performances will be at 7:30 pm and the Sunday matinees at 2:30 pm. Ticket prices are $8.00 for adults and $5.00 for students and seniors 60+. Season ticket holders may use their 2014 tickets for admission or purchase a new 2015 ticket at the box office, which opens one hour before showtime. Season tickets for 2015 went on sale Oct. 15 and are valid now through the end of next year. Anyone purchasing a 2015 ticket at the box office will receive one free admission for that performance.

Feel free to come in your Halloween costume or a festive outfit. Hey, we only get to dress up like this one time a year so have fun!

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HOME AND GARDEN

October 22, 2014

Taking the “Tir ed” Out of Ret irement

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By Kim Hughes, County Agent -FCS Maybe you've always wanted to write your memoir or a novel, or put your passion to purpose in your own small business. Whatever dream you've put on the back shelf can now have your full focus! Retirement offers the benefit of time to kick-start your next adventure. Maybe even include your spouse or former colleagues as business partners.

For the more adventurous retirees, a growing trend is retiring overseas. Places like Nicaragua, Portugal and Malta are seeing more and more Americans as full-time residents. Typically, cost of living is cheaper outside the U.S., and many countries offer affordable healthcare as well.

Taking advantage of the sudden time afforded to you by retirement can be difficult for some of you workaholics! But realize that it's an opportunity to reflect and set the stage for the next act! Yoga and meditation are great ways to help you slow down and enjoy the time.

Learning is lifelong! With that extra time you'll have in retirement, going back to school for a degree or for a few classes of interest now may be a viable option! Many colleges make it affordable by offering seniors ways to cut down on tuition costs through scholarships, tuition waivers and audit programs.

"The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others." Gandhi's quote still rings true for many retirees. There are many opportunities to give back through your time both locally, nationally and even internationally. Many organizations provide guidance and training so retirees can find an opportunity that best fits their skills, interests, and availability.

Retirement is a perfect time to slow down and reconnect with yourself. At this stage, it's likely that your life will look a lot different than when you entered the workforce. Get to know the "new you" and take some time to reassess how you want to live and what you want to prioritize in order to create a new life plan for these next years ahead!

My name is Carl Osthoff. I have lived in Polk County for over 40 years. I have been in business for over 30 years. Many of you have bought furniture from me. If you have been in my store in the last 2 years you know I have a water problem caused by AT&T. They drilled on my property and hit a spring that goes through and under my store. My property is on the corner of Polk Road 42 and 71. On about February 2, 2014 I called the County Judge. The lady in charge said he was in a meeting and I requested a call back. He never did.

On February 4th I called the judge again. The lady in charge said he was out for the day. I waited until the 6th and called back. The judge was still out. The lady in charge asked me what I wanted. I told her they had a tree in the ditch that needed to be cut. She said she would send someone out the next day. A man looked at it and said he would let me know on the 7th. I called the judge again and got the woman in charge. She said they would not cut the tree. I would have to hire a professional to cut it. I said, “Lady, you want me to hire a professional to cut your tree.” She said, “Yes. If you want it cut you will have to cut it yourself.” The next day Mr. Philpot from REA stopped by to check on a pole they moved for me. I told him my problem. The tree was blocking the ditch and all the rain water was helping the spring flood my store. He said he would look at it. The next day it was cut and piled up. (Thanks REA) I noticed Mena’s County Judge had a write up in the paper on what a great job he was doing on the County Roads. The people who put that in the paper should have checked the other 790 county roads in Polk County. Not just a few he has worked on the last year. Gordon’s gravel pit is at the back of my store. For the past year county dump trucks and the big earth movers have passed my store going north. I have never seen one going south. I do not know the county judge. In 30 years he has never been in my store. I have never talked with him and I don’t even know what he looks like. He may be a good man, but I can’t say. He does not have time for you or I or for our problems. I am asking all of you to look at your road and bridges. Come to Mena and see what the judge has done. Complaining will not get anything done I know. The only thing you can do is vote for someone that can and will help all of Hatfield, Cove, Wickes, Vandervoort, Grannis, Cherry Hill, Acorn, Rocky and all of you in the county. Richard Pena is a Polk County man that will do the job right. I know him personally. He’s an honest, hard working person like you and I. Please vote. It will take all of you to do the job.

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Kalyn and Michael Meredith, of Cove, are proud parents of a baby boy, born on October 14th.

Cora and Cheyenne King, of Mena, are proud parents of a baby boy, born on October 14th.

Kristen Tilley and Daniel Whitehead, of Hatfield, are proud parents of a baby boy, born on October 14th.

Johanna Souther and Nathan Flournoy, of Horatio, are proud parents of a baby girl, born on October 14th.

Rachel and Nathan Fox, of Mena, are proud parents of a baby boy, born on October 15th.

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Let a kid pee in the yard.

Licked a pacifier clean.

Lied about it being bedtime.

Suggested the “Let’s see who can be the quietest” game.

5. Taken a shower with an audience.

6. Used baby shampoo to shave her legs.

7. Used her shirt as a Kleenex.

8. Told the dentist, “Yes, of course I make them floss.”

9. Gone back to sleep on damp sheets.

10. Taken gummy vitamins.

11. Worn the same thing three days in a row.

12. Run errands on the third day.

13. Held a child on her lap while using the bathroom.

14. Given underwear a “sniff test”.

15. Claimed there was no dessert in the house.

16. Retrieved something from the toliet.

17. Caught rejected, chewed-up food in her hands.

18. Thought, “Aww, this kid is exactly like me.”

19. Thought, “Oh crap, this kid is EXACTLY LIKE ME!”

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HOME IMPROVEMENT

(StatePoint) It’s time to start preparing your home to make sure it can efficiently handle colder weather.

“There are many small, low-hassle items you can complete to ‘winterize’ your home,” says David Andreozzi, principal of Andreozzi Architects and the American Institute of Architect’s (AIA) National Chair of CRAN, the AIA’s Custom Residential Architects Network. “Prepping your home for the season ensures you aren’t dealing with major issues when they are harder to tackle, and can prevent costly repairs come springtime.”

To help homeowners prepare, Andreozzi offers the following advice.

Check Chimneys and Gutters Regular checks of your chimneys and gutters are both safety-smart and wallet-friendly. Fireplace dampers should be closed and functioning properly to protect against drafts and keep heating costs down. Leaving a damper open or using a broken one is the equivalent to leaving a window open when the air conditioner is running.

While sometimes not as noticeable as a chimney draft, ice is another danger. It can build up in gutters quickly if there is debris there from previous seasons. In order for ice to melt and drain properly, drains must be clear. Clean your gutters when it’s warm to prevent clogs and costly replacements.

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October 22, 2014

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 12, 2014 A 13-year-old Mena youth was charged with domestic battering, third degree after officers were called to a local residence.

October 13, 2014 Christopher Stephen Davy, 22, of Mena was charged with battery after officers responded to a call at a local residence.

A local man reported that someone had gotten into his vehicle and had stolen some cash and some prescription medication.

Case is pending.

Employees at a local convenience store reported a gas-skip. Case is pending.

Naomi Julene Notman, 30, a transient, was charged with disorderly conduct after an incident at a local convenience store.

October 14, 2014 Report was made of a drug deal going on in a local parking lot. Officers responded and it was determined that the report was unfounded.

Employees at a local fast food restaurant reported that a former employee was harassing them. He was advised to stay away from the business.

October 15, 2014 Betty Holbert, 60 of Mena was charged with terroristic threatening, disorderly conduct and resisting arrest after officers were called to a local utility company.

Timothy J. Robertson, 27, of Mena was charged with felony battery III, violation of an order of protection and resisting arrest after a call to a local residence.

October 16, 2014 Two local women reported that a local man had held them at gunpoint. Case is pending further investigation and interview of all parties involved.

Trent Allen Bean, 21, of Mena was charged with theft (shoplifting) after a call to a local retail store.

Calvin D. Gonzalez, 27, of Cove was arrested on an outstanding warrant for failure-to-appear.

October 17, 2014 Johnny Howard, 50, of Mena was charged with public intoxication and criminal trespass after officers were called to an incident in a local neighborhood.

October 18, 2014 A local man reported that his moped had been stolen from near the store where he is employed. Case is pending.

Officers completed an additional 12 reports and worked nine accidents.

Polk County Sheriff’s Department October 13, 2014 Report from complainant on Polk 306 near the Acorn community of being threatened by an individual. Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration.

Report from a Mena woman of problems with child custody exchange. Complainant was advised to speak with her attorney.

October 14, 2014 Traffic stop on Highway 375 West near Mena led to the arrest of Kevin L. Grahn, 20, of Mena, on Warrants for Theft of Property and Terroristic Threatening 2nd Degree.

Report of a structure fire on Highway 8 West near the Shady Grove community.

Investigation continues into the origin of the fire.

Arrested was Deanna L. Ayres, 40, of Mena, on a Warrant for Failure to Comply with a Court Order.

October 15, 2014 Arrested was James M. Wright, 35, of Mena, on Warrants for Domestic Battery 3rd Degree and Failure to Appear.

October 16, 2014 Arrested by an officer with the Grannis Police Department was Evan D. Taylor, 28, of Berryville, on Charges of DWI and Speeding.

October 17, 2014 No reports were filed.

October 18, 2014 Arrested was Mitchell D. Priddy, 49, of Mena, on a Warrant for Failure to Comply with a Court Order.

Traffic stop on Highway 246 West near Hatfield led to the arrest of Verbie D. Hamm, 63, of Cove, on a Charge of Public Intoxication.

Arrested was Chelsey M. Sirmon, 22, of Hatfield, on a Scott County Warrant.

October 19, 2014 Report of a vehicle on the side of Highway 8 East near the Board Camp community led to the arrest of John D. Hillard, 23, of Mena, on a Charge of Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.

Report of a domestic disturbance on Polk 626 near the Nunley community led to the arrest of Christopher W. McMellon, 31, of Mena, on Charges of Domestic Battery 3rd Degree and Disorderly Conduct.

Report from complainant on Polk 57 near Mena of being harassed by an acquaintance.

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

Traffic stop on Highway 246 West near Hatfield led to the arrest of William S. Davis, 43, of Mena, on Charges of DWI and Driving Left of Center.

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

Polk County Detention Center Jail Population: 28 Incarcerated Inmates; 13 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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October 22, 2014

BUSINESS & FINANCE Tricks and Treats to Stay on Budget this Halloween

(StatePoint) Halloween comes but once a year. So make it extra spooky with ghosts, goblins and ghouls galore -- and don’t forget all the great treats. While all this fall fun does come at a price, you don’t have to spend a pirate’s booty if you plan carefully.

For more treats than tricks this year, make a budget and stick to it. The shopping experts at Dollar General are sharing great ways to celebrate Halloween affordably.

CLEAN UP Before the trick-or-treaters are at your door, spruce up your house with a few household cleaning supplies. Stock up on paper towels to use for clean-up after pumpkin carving, or pick up a new broom for all those fall leaves that are bound to make their way into your house. These fall months lead right into the holiday party season, so make sure you have all the tools you need to be party ready for your guests!

DECORATIONS Give your home a fresh fall update. Evoke the harvest season in the entryway with an autumn wreath. Buy one or DIY the project with supplies like glue guns, ribbons, faux leaves and flowers. Use seasonal placemats, runners and pumpkin pie scented candles to accent your home with fall flair.

Stock up on spooky supplies, too. Skeletons, cobwebs, ghosts and other festive supplies will make your home a favorite in the neighborhood.

TREATS Whether you’re hosting a Halloween bash or just preparing for a crowd of trick-or-treaters, think frugally when stocking up on treats. Buy candy, chocolates and treats at a discount store such as Dollar General. If you’re ordering online, consider buying in bulk to save further, as many retailers offer free shipping on large purchases.

Make Halloween party snacks for less by buying peanuts, pumpkin seeds and candy corn, and creating your own seasonal trail mix.

For dessert, bake a cake and decorate it creatively with gummy worms and colored icing to scare your guests!

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With more holidays on the horizon, be sure to stay within your budget this Halloween season.

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Sociable Seniors

October 22, 2014

SENIORS

BY MELANIE BUCK The Polk County Sociable Seniors met Wednesday at Papa’s Mexican Café for their monthly luncheon. Diane Mathis, and husband Ken, began the group after moving to Mena in May 2007. Mathis said, “We didn’t know anyone here. We don’t have family, children, or co-workers here so we needed a way to meet people.”

They held their first meeting in August 2007 and still have some of the original crew with them. There were 35 in attendance Wednesday but the group sometimes has 50 or more gather for great food and fun times.

Each month, Mathis has a question prepared for the group to answer. This month, it was, “If you could be any fictional character who would you be & why?” Each question allows the group to get to know a fun part of each other.

Mary Bob Hindelang lived in Mena until 1947 when she and her parents moved to Texas. Always longing to ‘come back home’ she made the move back 3 months ago. However, she has no family left and needed something to do. “I saw it in the paper and one day I heard Diane talking in the store about the group so I asked her about it. She began sending me emails about the luncheons. I am meeting people and making friends. Without family this is so important. It’s a blessing,” stated Hindelang.

This month, as part of the fun, Oscar Sanchez of Papa’s gave $5 prizes to those who told the best jokes.

Many members of the group described the great times they have had and the wonderful people they have met. The group mostly meets in Mena; however, they have plans to travel to Glenwood next month to gather at Little Italy, unless inclement weather occurs. If you are interested in joining the fun and becoming a part of the group, you can contact Diane Mathis at 479-243-0191.

The Mena/Polk County Chamber of Commerce would like to say a huge Thank You to the following sponsors who made the Ouachita Fall Foliage Festival a success: Aleshire Electric Arvest Bank Aynes’ Ice Bill Wach Fine Art Board Camp Campground Boyd Interiors Brooks Ice CASA of the Ouachita Region Century 21/Perry Real Estate Chase Busch for State Representative Clarice’s Room of Hope CMA Coast to Coast Country Express Davis Brothers Don's E-Z Pay ESPN Radio Fields Promos/ESPN First National Bank Freedom Pharmacy Fresh Start Pregnancy Center Healthy Connections Heritage Cotner Monuments Herod's Dept. Store Jamer Earl Turner for City Council James Super Save Foods

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Mena Regional Health Systems Merle Norman/The Peacock Walk Mirage Net Web Hosting & Development MontCo Mfg. Myers Cruizzers Drive-In Natural Healing Solutions - Dr. Russ Next Generation Dance Academy Ouachita Arts & Craft Guild Ouachita Trading Post Page, Thrailkill and McDaniel Papa's Mexican Café PCDC Polk County Pulse Queen Wilhelmina State Park Rent-A-Center Rep. Nate Bell Rich Mountain Community College Ride of a Lifetime Rotary Club Sear's Homestore Senator Larry R. Teague Shelter Insurance Southern Disposal Southern LP Gas Southwest Arkansas Domestic Violence Center

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HISTORY

October 22, 2014

Moments from Americaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s History Abigal And John

BY JEFF OLSON The history of the birth of our nation is replete with events of which our Founding Fathers were central figures, such as John Adams - one of the greatest and of whom much has been written. However, the contributions of women during America's War of Independence were indispensible and have too often been overlooked or minimized. As Benjamin Rush, a signer of the Declaration of Independence, stated, "The women of America have at last become principles in the glorious American controversy. Their opinions alone and their transcendent influence in society and families must lead us on to success and victory." And, indeed they did! One of the best examples is Abigail Adams, wife of second president of the United States, John Adams, and mother of John Quincy Adams, sixth president of the U.S. This week marks the 250th anniversary of the marriage of Abigail Smith and John Adams, on October 25, 1764.

Abigail was born on November 11, 1744 in Weymouth, Massachusetts. In her earliest years, she was often in poor health which afforded her time for reading, learning, and corresponding with family and friends. As a young woman, she was taught social graces as well as homemaking and handiwork skills. Abigail and John had known each other since she was but fifteen years old. At the time of their marriage, John was a young country circuit lawyer and in the eyes of Abigail's mother certainly less than who she had hoped for in a husband for their youngest daughter. However, her father approved of the marriage.

Abigail would give birth to five children, raising them and managing the family farm often alone while John was away on trips practicing law or serving his country. One trip lasted three long years. Her steadfastness and courage provided security and stability to her family during the War. Her son, John Quincy, described that time as "the space of twelve months [in which] my mother, with her infant children, dwelt, liable every hour of the day and the night, to be butchered in cold blood. My mother...was bred in the faith of deliberate detestation of War...Yet, in that same spring and summer of 1775, she taught me to repeat daily, after the Lord's Prayer..."

The marriage of Abigail and John Adams was one of mind and heart, a unique and special combination of friendship and mutual love and respect within the context of Christian principles and faith. While her unwavering love and loyalty to her husband and family was preeminent, she was a self-educated and accomplished woman in her own right and never afraid to boldly express her opinions in private and in public. This was evident in a March 1776 letter to John and the Continental Congress, requesting that they, "...remember the ladies, and be more generous and favorable to them than your ancestors..."

Abigail and John retired in 1801 and for the next 17 years enjoyed the companionship that public life had long denied them, until her death on October 28, 1818. John died on July 4, 1826. To truly sense the heart and substance of their relationship, one has only to read but a small sample of the extensive correspondence between them during their courtship and marriage, a marriage lasting 54 years and one which was perhaps the most exemplary, enduring, and consequential in the formative years of the United States of America.

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October 22, 2014

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BY MELANIE BUCK At some point in life, we’ve all had to have a password for one reason or another. As kids, we had to have one to enter the secret clubhouse. As adults, we may have needed one for work. However, passwords now seem to rule our entire existence.

If you have ever tried to do much online, you have surely had to create an account with a user name and password. No big deal, right? At least, not until you’ve had to create multiple accounts. I can’t count the number of passwords I’ve had to create and it’s challenging, to say the least, to remember them all. Not only that, it’s a challenge to create one (or several) that can’t be easily ‘hacked’ by technological genius criminals.

The easiest way to keep up with all of your passwords is to keep a journal close to your computer that you write all of your user names and passwords in.

Try to keep it in a safe place so that would-be criminals wouldn’t find in an unfortunate break-in to your home.

Internet hackers are a little sneakier when it comes to stealing those passwords. They creep in from the other end of an invisible thread to take what is yours and use it for their own benefit. Not just a Facebook password, or maybe a password to your favorite blog, but to your shopping sites that hold your credit card or bank information, or to your bank itself.

There are ways to help you avoid such a fate. Of course there are never full guarantees but, nevertheless, they are worth a try.

Here is a list compiled by USA Today: • Use a combination of uppercase and lowercase letters, symbols and numbers.

• Don't use ‘123456,’ the word ‘password,’ or any other ‘easy’ passwords.

• Make sure your passwords are at least eight characters long. The more characters your passwords contain, the more difficult they are to guess.

• Don't use a solitary word in any language. Hackers have dictionary-based tools to crack these types of passwords.

• Try to make your passwords as meaningless and random as possible.

• Don't use a derivative of your name, the name of a family member or the name of a pet.

• Create a different password for each account.

• Never give them out to anyone.

• Change your passwords regularly.

• Do not answer ‘yes’ when prompted to save your password to a particular computer's browser. Instead, rely on a strong password committed to memory or stored in a dependable password management program.

An unfortunate downfall of the World Wide Web is cyber theft, use these simple rules and don’t fall victim to a hacker’s game.

Until next week, have fun creating new passwords!

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CALENDAR

October 22, 2014

Thursday, 10/23 * 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 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 216-0719 * 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 begin practicing for their Christmas Program, First United Methodist Church;

meeting at Saint Agnes Church in the basement.

Monday, 10/27 * 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 4373560. * 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 2345419. * 7:00 p.m. – Home Front Warriors CMA Chapter 377 monthly meeting at the Lime Tree Restaurant in Mena.

Tuesday, 10/28 * 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. * 1:00 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. * 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, 10/29 * 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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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, 10/24 * 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. * 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 * 7:00 p.m. Overeaters Anonymous will be meeting at Christ Episcopal Church, 803 Church Street. No dues, no fees, no weigh-ins, no diets. Call 801-413-4498 or 479-394-4240. * 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, 10/25 * 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. * 9:00 a.m. Saddle Up for St. Jude, Semi Annual Tin Top Trail Challenges & Trail Rides, S.A. Walls 10,000 Tin Top Ranch Rd, Mena, Contact Deanna Boyd for information, 479-234-1866. * 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, 10/26 * 2:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous, ABC Club across from Chopping Block, 1159 Hwy 71 S. For information call 3947396 or 234-5419. * 6:00 p.m. The Paul Rose Family Singers, Cornerstone Pentecostal Church, Hwy 71 S., Mena. * 6:30 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. * 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. * 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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October 22, 2014

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Pet of the Week for the Week of October 22, 2014

Smokey T. is a real charmer! This outstanding larger medium sized boy is only a year old. With his beautiful blue & brown eyes he is a real attention getter! Plus he has the most beautiful colored fur. Smokey is house trained with a dog door, neutered and has his shots. Well behaved and good natured, this guy is a sweetheart and he gets along well with children, dogs of all sizes and has lived peacefully with cats. Smokey is waiting for just the right new home...exactly like yours.

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

For Sale: Solid Wood Espresso Console/Sofa Table with drawer and bottom shelf. In excellent condition. Asking $300.

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

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 903-73311/5 3965.

Joe Bill Ward - Specializing in Concrete, Septic Tanks, Gravel, Backhoe, and Dump Truck Service. Over 40 years experience, 10/22 479-883-9298.

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 TFN Business! Call 479-234-1357.

2-Family Yard Sale, 1304 Magnolia, Mena, Lots of clothes, boys and girls, toys, household items, and more. 7:00 am - ?, Saturday, October 25th. Rain 10/22 cancels.

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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.

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, 100 Hwy 71S at 1st Street, Mena, 479-394-5515.

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Wickes Church of the Nazarene Trunk or Treat, Oct. 31st, 6-8pm. Plenty of parking.

Free bouncy house, cake walk, face painting, Hwy 71 S. Free movie at 8:30 pm – God’s Not Dead. Fund raising concessions will be 10/29 available. Contact 870-385-7887.

One Bedroom apartments for rent in Wickes. 870-5824307. References Required.

CMA Home Front Warriors Chili Cook Off & Auction, Saturday, Nov. 1 at 10:00 a.m., at Grace Bible Church.

Everyone Welcome.

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Multi-Family yard sale, 404 Simpson St., off Hwy 8 W. Too much to list, rain or shine.

Fri/Sat. 8AM -? No Early 10/22 Birds.

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

Halloween Dance, Friday 10/31 Whiskey Peek playing music, Joe’s Place, Zafra, OK, $5.00/person, or $8.00/couple, 1st & 2nd place prizes for 10/29 Best Costume.

Fall Break: School Closed Mena School District and Cossatot River School District will be closed Friday, October 24th for Fall Break.

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THE POLK COUNTY PULSE

October 22, 2014

ISSUE NO. 1: (SJR7) A Proposed State Constitutional Amendment Concerning Review and Approval of Administrative Rules. ISSUE NO. 2: (SJR 16) A Proposed State Constituional Amendment Concerning Initiative and Referendum and Providing Certain Requirements for the Correction or Amendment of Insufficient State-Wide Petitions ISSUE NO. 3: (HJR 1009) A Proposed State Constitutional Amendment Concerning Gifts to Elected Officials, Salaries of Elected Officials, and Length of Terms for Elected Officials ISSUE NO. 4: A Proposed State Constituional Amendment That Makes the Sale of Alcohol Legal in Every County ISSUE NO. 5: A Proposed Act That Increases the Minimum Wage to $8.50 Per Hour

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