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Gubernatorial Candidate Mike Ross Visits Nidec as Part of the Jobs First Tour
BY LEANN DILBECK Democratic gubernatorial candidate Mike Ross visited Mena’s Nidec plant Thursday, October 23, as part of his Jobs First tour. Mena was just one of Ross’s planned stops that day which also included Paris, Booneville, Waldron and Pine Bluff as part of the day’s tour. Ross was greeted by Plant Manager Mark CONTINUED ON PAGE 8
Maye Earns Diamond Award
[MENA, Ark.] Mena Regional Health System was recently awarded the Diamond Award at the Arkansas Hospital Association’s 84th Annual Awards Banquet in Little Rock, Arkansas. The Diamond Award was presented to Sonya Maye, MRHS Marketing and Public Relations Director for the category of Advertising. The competition, cosponsored by the
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Ladycats Top Seed in State Play-Offs
MyPulseNews TV will be broadcasting LIVE streaming video online of the Mena Ladycats during the State Play-offs this week held in Lonoke. Don’t miss a minute of the action as these talented ladies seek to bring home a State Championship!
28th Annual Downtown Trick or Treat this Friday
Ghosts, goblins, and ghouls will line North and South Mena Street and S h e r w o o d Avenue for Mena’s 28th Annual Daylight Trick or Treat on Friday, October 31, from 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. Each year, merchants set up on the sidewalks of downtown Mena to safely hand out candy to trick-ortreaters during daylight hours. The event is sponsored by Downtown Mena Merchants.
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BY MELANIE BUCK This Saturday, November 1, Mena will hosts its first Ouachita Arts Celebration. North Mena Street has been slowly developed into an Arts District that draws visitors from near and far. There will be something for everyone at the event located on the 600 block of Mena Street. Music and dancing, storytelling, and a drum circle are included in the action packed day. From 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., businesses such CONTINUED ON PAGE 11
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Area Business Leaders Gather for ARCO Summit and Annual Duke Frederick Lecture
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The RMCC Foundation hosted approximately 70 regional officials and business leaders for their annual Duke Frederick Lecture series. This year’s keynote speaker was the Executive Director of the Arkansas Economic Development Commission Grant Tennille. ARCO Chair Gar Eisele presented an overview of ARCO’s many accomplishments since it was founded, namely, becoming a driving force to build regional economic development for the counties of Polk, Montgomery and Scott through commonalities such as tourism. Tennille, a former Deputy Chief of Staff to Arkansas Governor Mike Beebe, is a native of Florida and first came to Arkansas in 1992 as a reporter for the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette. His career has spanned communications, and providing business and strategic counsel to companies of all sizes, from Fortune 500 corporations to small start-ups. He spoke, at length, of the importance of tourism to the local economy and challenged each to being open-minded to rapidly growing niche tourist markets as well as the importance of “connectivity.” The endowed fund making the lecture series possible is for the public understanding of civic and economic issues and was created by Dr. William Frederick, in honor of his brother, Dr. Duke Frederick. Dr. Frederick [Duke] was the son of Duke and Rebecca Frederick of Mena. He was born in 1920 in Fort Smith but spent his early years in Mena. His father was a lawyer and served several terms as city attorney for Mena. Duke attended Central School beginning in 1926 in the first grade, graduating from the 8th grade in 1933. He completed his freshman year at Mena High School before the family moved to ForthSmith for his father to serve as Assistant United States Attorney for the Western District of Arkansas. Duke went on to earn his Doctor of Philosophy Degree in History from the University of Chicago in 1966. As a professor of history, he was recognized as an outstanding teacher and highly regarded published author at Northeastern Illinois State University from 1956 to 1986 when he retired.
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Rose Found Guilty & Sentenced to 36 Years
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Bearcat senior football player Shane Atchley was selected as the Arkansas Air Guard Scholar Athlete of the Week and was recently featured on Hooten’s Arkansas Football TV show on KXNW Channel 34. Shane is one of only 22 players selected out of more than 5,000 student athletes in Arkansas.
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BY MELANIE BUCK & LEANN DILBECK Lori Rose, age 39, was found guilty on all charges - Aggravated Residential Burglary, Aggravated Assault, Domestic Battery (2nd Degree), and Terroristic Threatening (2nd Degree) for the shooting of Billy Vaught in his home November 23, 2013. The 4-man, 8woman jury rendered their verdict after only a 26-minute deliberation following two days of testimony before the Honorable Judge Ted Capeheart in Polk County Circuit Court on Monday, October 20 and Tuesday, October 21. Jurors returned with a recommended sentence of 24-years for the Aggravated Residential Burglary charge, 3-years for Aggravated Assault, 3-years for Domestic Battery, and 3-years for Terroristic Threatening to be served concurrently, meaning a total of 24-years. Jurors also recommended imposing an enhanced firearm penalty of 12-years on each of the 4 charges, which law states may not be served consecutively with the original sentence. Judge Capeheart stayed the 24 years recommended on Aggravated Residential Burglary, 3 years for each of the lesser charges, and 12 years on each of the Enhanced Gun Penalty on all 4 charges. The original 4 charges will run concurrently with one another totaling 24 years. However, after research, he ruled that the enhanced sentences could run concurrently with each other, but consecutively with the 24 years, making the total sentence 36 years. As long as Rose earns the ‘maximum meritorious good time’ allowed she may be eligible for parole in 9 years. During closing arguments, Prosecuting Attorney Andy Riner told jurors, “We don’t want to live in a community where people can point guns at each other and get away with it.” He asked the jury, “Do we want to live with vigilante justice or are we going to follow the law?” The vigilante justice Riner referred to was in regards to serious allegations from the defendant concerning a minor family member and was considered the motive in the case. The defense argued that Rose had no intent to shoot Vaught upon her entering ne of the virtues of our his residence while he was sleeping. Defense Counsel Greg Klebanoff urged the democratic system is that it jury to not just follow the “letter of the law but the spirit of the law.” Rose and Vaught, who were romantically involved but estranged at the time, was designed to allow 12 citiboth testified as to the details of the evening of the shooting. The incident regardzens taken from a cross section ing the minor was said to have occurred of our community to decide sometime between 5 a.m. to 7 a.m. on the morning of November 22. Rose learned of important questions. the incident when told by other family memFor their efforts, jurors bers at her place of employment at a local manufacturing facility. A police report was receive little pay, but we who filed and Rose admitted to being frustrated work in the legal system when police were unable to follow up appreciate their service and because they had, in her words, a ‘more important matter’ happening that day. That respect the decision made.” evening, the Rose family went for ice-cream and the movies (without Vaught) and then the minors were dropped off at friends’ houses while Rose attended the Elk’s, testifying that she had ‘3 to 4 drinks’ before she drove to Vaught’s home. Once she entered through an unlocked door, she saw a .280 Thompson Center single-shot rifle and picked it up and entered his room. Vaught awoke when the light came on. Both agreed that the gun went off, striking him in his right knee, CONTINUED ON PAGE 4
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when Vaught kicked it. Vaught called his sister for help at which time Lori left and went back home until the police brought her in for questioning. Vaught’s original statement to police was that it was an accident and then later admitted, “Lori Rose shot me.” Forensic evidence was not a major part of the case; however, three “expert witnesses” did testify that gun residue was found on her left boot and his blood was found on the back left shoulder of her shirt. The shirt was found in the washing machine. Rose and her defense team appeared in Polk County Circuit Court just two-weeks prior arguing and winning a motion that Vaught could not be referred to as a “victim” during this week’s trial and also attempted to have the Aggravated Residential Burglary charge dropped, citing that she had “license or privilege to enter” Vaught’s residence and that motion was denied. Following the guilty verdict, Riner said, “The Polk County Sheriff’s Office did an excellent job with the investigation. Sheriff Godfrey and Deputy Seth Smith deserve a ton of credit for their careful work in this investigation. I appreciate the jury’s verdict, and their willingness to serve on this case. This verdict demonstrates that the citizens of Polk County will not tolerate gun violence perpetrated by those choosing to take the law in their own hands.” Riner also stated, “In a case that has been surrounded in public scrutiny and rumors, at the end of the trial, there were 12 people who had received all of the facts to the case and were burdened with the very heavy decision of determining Ms. Rose's fate. One of the virtues of our democratic system is that it was designed to allow 12 citizens taken from a cross section of our community to decide important questions. For their efforts, jurors receive little pay, but we who work in the legal system appreciate their service and respect the decision made.” The defense moved to allow Rose out of jail for 24 hours to set her affairs in order but Judge Capeheart denied the motion.
Potter RVFD Responds to Chicken House Fire
Potter Volunteer Fire Department responded to a fire last Friday, October 24, on Hwy. 375 West, Potter. The fire originated inside of a chicken house owned by Chad Voelkel. Voelkel said the fire started in a heater that hangs from the ceiling. Fortunately, the heater fell to the floor of the chicken house, which kept the blaze from running the length of the roof. The blaze was quickly extinguished. Voelkel praised the Potter VFD for their quick response time.
RMCC Enrollment Up While State College Enrollment Down
BY MELANIE BUCK Rich Mountain Community College (RMCC) has shown an increase in student population in the Fall Semester of 2014, despite a statewide trend of declining enrollment numbers. Statewide enrollment is down by 4.7% in two-year colleges for a total of 53,470 students. Four-year universities have seen an increase of 0.3% over last year’s numbers bringing student totals to 98,002. RMCC has brought their totals to 1,006 this semester, reaching their goal of 1,000 students. This is an increase of 50 students compared to this time last year. RMCC believes the reason for their increase is due to new enrollment drives and being more involved with the community than ever before. Setting up informational booths at local businesses, having a bigger presence at the Polk County Fair, serving concessions at local sporting events, attending ‘parent nights’ at area high schools, and participation in large community events such as 5Ks, Lum and Abner, and more. Steve Rook, Vice President for Academic and Student Affairs at RMCC, stated, “RMCC is glad to be over the 1000 mark again. The bulk of the increase in enrollment came from the 55+ program and concurrent credit. The faculty and staff at the College have dedicated themselves to being more active in the community and I believe that has helped with our enrollment numbers. We now have 77 recruiters going above and beyond for the College and the community.”
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BY MELANIE BUCK Several local businesses have joined together to serve Polk County Veterans an Appreciation Lunch on November 11, Veteran’s Day. The lunch, to be held at the Mena Train Depot, will be free to all veterans and their families. The idea for the event came about when Dean & Cindy Boyd of Boyd Interiors, Frank & Nina Moore of 71 Diesel, Emily Schnell, and Larry Davis traveled to the 1st Battalion, 153rd Infantry Regiment National Guard unit in Malvern and prepared a feast for the soldiers during a Change of Command ceremony. There was no special reason to cook for the troops; they just wanted to simply say ‘thank you for serving this country.’ The chefs enjoyed the day so much that they wanted to do it again. This time, they have incorporated the help of other local businesses to create a meal of award winning BBQ, complete with
ribs, brisket, pulled pork, and all the fixings. Lunch will be served from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., or until the food is gone at the Depot on the corner of Sherwood and DeQueen Streets.
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[MENA] Rich Mountain Conservation District is taking orders for nuts for their annual Scholarship Fundraiser. They make great Christmas gifts. Included are Pecan Halves and Pieces; Whole Cashews; Chocolate Almonds; Mixed Nuts; Dark Chocolate Pecan Halves; Chocolate Raisins; Whole Almonds; White Chocolate, Dark or Milk Chocolate or Chocolate Amaretto Pecans; Double-Dipped Chocolate Peanuts; Raw Shelled Peanuts; and English Walnut Halves and Pieces. New this year is Chocolate Covered Cashews and Gourmet Pecan Log Rolls. Also, for the first time, they will offer Sugar Free Chocolate Pecans. A Conservation Sampler can be purchased as well, which includes, 8 varieties of 1 lb. bags: Pecan Halves, Cashews, Honey Roasted Peanuts, Chocolate Raisins, Chocolate Amaretto Pecan Halves, Chocolate Peanuts, Chocolate Almonds, and Walnuts. Orders will be taken until October 31, and will be ready for pick-up on November 17, just in time for Thanksgiving baking. Order forms can be picked up at the Rich Mountain Conservation District, 508 7th Street, Mena, or by calling 479394-1782 ext. 3. Order forms can be mailed, faxed, dropped off, or ordered by phone. You can view the form at rmcd.org and email it to Sharon at Sharon.Walston@ar.nacdnet.net.
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Mena School District Delivers Positive ‘Report to the Public’
BY MELANIE BUCK The Mena School District gave their annual Report to the Public on Tuesday, October 21. Superintendent Benny Weston opened the meeting and welcomed those in attendance. The annual report gives the public an opportunity to hear pertinent information about each school in the district. Each of the four campuses in the district were represented by their respective principals who each gave reports of the condition and operations of each campus. Louise Durham (LD) Principal Jimma Holder talked about the curriculum of the schools. All campuses have curriculum with the foundation of the Common Core State Standards. Comprehensive Literacy, Cognitive Based Instruction, and Arkansas Frameworks are part of state standards that are being utilized within each school. These curriculums have shown success within the district, apparent by the amount of awards received by the state in the last year. LD has 562 students enrolled from Pre-K thru 2nd grade. LD students exceeded state averages in all areas of testing. Holly Harshman Principal Paulette Sherrer presented Health and Wellness plans that have proved a key factor for educators throughout the system. Each campus has been surveyed and have shown areas of improvement and also, areas that still need to be improved. These plans include safety, health and physical education, nutrition, and family and community involvement. Sherrer also gave the report for HHE which houses 378 students in 3rd – 5th grades. Areas of student testing have exceeded all state averages, as well. Mena Middle School was represented by Principal Mike Hobson. MMS, with at total of 375 students, has shown improvement in many areas of studies, most meeting or exceeding state averages. Shane Torix, Principal of Mena High School gave the report for MHS, stating they have a total of 549 students in grades 9-12. MHS has a graduation rate of 90.97%. The Alternative Education (AE) program at the high school has shown great success with 4 out of 6 graduates last year currently enrolled in college. The AE program has been recognized by the state with several awards in recognition of the success of the program. Nathan Stone gave a report of the technology used within the district stating that all schools will be up to state broadband standards within the next few months. The Mena School District has a legal ‘projected’ balance of $3,713,082.86. The amount includes the ‘sinking fund’ and represents the district, state, and local obligation to carry over a percentage of the district’s budget for emergencies and to cover shortfalls. Some of the awards received by the district include: 2013-2014 ‘Beating the Odds’ award for Holly Harshman and Mena Middle School; 2013-2014 ‘Top 10 High-Achieving’ award for HHE 5th grade math and ‘Top 10 High-Achieving Math & Literacy’ for HHE 5th grade; 2013-2014 ‘Top 10% Primary’ and ‘Top 10% Elementary’ schools in the state for LD and HHE. Already for the 2014-2015 school year, MMS has earned ‘Top 5 Overall Middle Schools in the Southwest Region’ for 6-8th grade math; ‘Highest Ranking School in the Southwest Region’ for HHE 5th grade math; and ‘2nd Highest Ranking Overall Middle School in the Southwest Region’ for 6th grade math. Superintendent Weston said of the district’s success, “We have wonderful students and staff and are so proud of Team Mena.” Weston also thanked the staff of the district for their dedication and hard work that insures the success of the entire school district.
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Mena/Polk County Chamber of Commerce welcomed Next Generation Dance Academy (NGDA) into the membership with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Thursday, October 23. NGDA is owned Vivian Bartow and is located at 305 Dallas Avenue in Mena.
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Young Successful in Rehabilitation and Release of Barn Owl
BY MELANIE BUCK Tommy Young of the Arkansas Native Plant and Wildlife Center released his 23rd Barn Owl in Polk County on Wednesday, October 22. This particular release marked his 79,940th in the last 31 years. The barn owl, which was brought to Young by a wildlife officer in April, had been rescued as a baby from the attic of a school being torn down in southeast Arkansas near the Mississippi River. Mike and Sharon Rostollan and their daughter, Voletha, all of Rostollan Family Farms sponsored the barn owl, which was released into a nesting box on the side of a barn on their property with hopes that the owl will move into the barn. Barn owls can live up to 100 years and can eat 1,000,000 mice in their lifetime. Young said the owls are a “farmer’s best friend.” Young is the only endangered specialist within a 400-mile radius of the county that has permission to care for and rehabilitate endangered animals. He has released over 10,000 hawks, over 10,000 owls, 46 Bald Eagles, 37 Golden Eagles, 22,000 mammals, and 18,000 songbirds. Young is also planning to build a new Center on Highway 71 S., across from the Fish Net, on a 71-acre tract of land donated by long-time area resident Laura Lee Head. “This will provide us the financial success to become legitimate in the eyes of the system. The new center will be called DARR Facility, as per Laura Lee Head’s wishes – in honor of her parents.” Being only 60 releases away from a total of 80,000, Young is planning a remarkable mass release of animals and birds he has nursed back to health in the coming months. Stayed tuned to The Pulse to follow the countdown to 80,000 releases.
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Kinder and given a brief update of the facility since his last stop at the plant in 2009 before being given a guided tour and the opportunity to meet with a few of the almost 400 employees. During the update, Kinder spoke of the plant being acquired by Japanese based company, Nidec, and how it now serves as a strong growth engine for its parent company manufacturing electrical motors. Kinder told Ross that the secret to the plant’s success is both its employees and the support of the community. “Strength, for us, is in the ability to make things… and that’s what we do… very well.” He explained that speed time to market was their greatest differentiator, “We are one of the fastest in the industry.” Nidec’s annual capital investment averages over $5 million per year with a very aggressive focus in product development. Approximately 67% of the scope of the local plant manufactures electrical motors associated with fluids processing for municipal water/sewage, oil distribution, agricultural irrigation or LNG distribution. Another 27% is in industrial applications such as power cogeneration, mining, or pulp and paper processing. Demonstrating the steady growth trend the local plant is experiencing, Kinder said that in 2010 their annual sales volume was $100 million with 320 employed and in 2013, it was $130 million with 390 employed. By 2016, sales volume is expected to have doubled from 2010 to $200 million in sales with 500+ jobs. Those attending the meeting in the boardroom didn’t hesitate to explain to Ross how the completion of I-49 could not only help Nidec, but the region. With I-49 connecting to I-29 North in Kansas City, 1,700 miles of Interstate highway between New Orleans and Winnipeg, Canada is now 80% complete; however, Mena is at the center of the longest unfinished section, 145 miles between Fort Smith and Texarkana. Ross said he supported the completion, citing co-chairing an I-49 Caucus in 2010 as the U.S. Representative with Senator Boozman. He spoke of the headway in construction in both the north and the south, “Now, we just need to fill in the middle. No one is more committed to seeing the completion of I-49 than I am.” As Kinder referenced the need for technical skills among its employees, Ross explained to him that education was a key factor in his Jobs First plan in establishing partnerships with high schools, community colleges, technical schools and industry, “For those young people who do not want to pursue a 4-year college degree, they can learn a skill, learn a trade, get their certification, and get a good paying job. In doing so, it helps provide our state with an educated and trained workforce we need to attract more and better paying jobs to Arkansas. It’s one thing for our young people to be getting an education… but they also need a job to come home to. Rich Mountain can partner with Nidec in terms of providing certification with the fields that you [Nidec] need expertise. They can go over here [RMCC] and get a certification and then walk across the street and get a job. That’s what we need more of.” Mena and its manufacturing industry have been a popular destination this election season with Republican gubernatorial candidate Asa Hutchinson also making a stop earlier this year. With just one week left, Arkansans will soon know who will take over the state’s reins.
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[VANDERVOORT] Cossatot River State Park held their annual 1/2 Marathon Trail Run and Hike on Saturday, October 18, with 85 participants from Arkansas, Oklahoma, Texas, and Iowa. Carson Miller set a new marathon record running the 13.1-mile stretch down the State Park’s River Corridor Trail in 1:40:21 (1 hour 40 minutes and 21 seconds) and claimed the overall winner’s slot. Second place in men’s overall was Samuel Young with a time of 1:45:15. The women’s overall winner was Bee Miller in a time of 2:05:18. Second place in the women’s overall category was set by Polk County local, Alexis Wood, from Cove, with a time of 2:08:06. The marathon started at the Brushy Creek Recreation area and the finish line was located at the Visitor Center. The park was happy to see 6 runners from Polk County participate in the event. Andrew Ralwings of Cossatot River State Park expressed gratitude for all of their sponsors and for Cossatot River School District for providing transportation for the participants.
Dolly Parton Imagination Library Comes to Cove
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[SUBMITTED] Mary Ditzel of Cove Branch Polk County Library and Mary Anne Williams, Facilitator for the Arkansas Imagination Library Project and Coordinator for Prairie and Woodruff Counties, spoke to guests and members of the Quality of Life Outreach Wednesday, October 15th. Mary and Mary Anne presented information about the Dolly Parton Imagination Library. The Dolly Parton Imagination Library works with communities to mail quality age-appropriate books monthly to pre-schoolers from birth until their fifth birthday. Currently, pre-schoolers in 41 Arkansas counties are receiving age-appropriate high quality books. Nearly 10,000 books are delivered every month to childrens’ home mailboxes at no cost to their families. The volunteers of Cove Branch library are attempting to establish such a program in South Polk County by seeking the fiscal partnership of a not-for-profit organization, such as Quality of Life. Sponsors, such as individuals, businesses, schools, charities, clubs, churches, etc., in the community invest in the project. When the projected goal amount is reached, parents and caregivers may register their pre-school children. The children then begin receiving a book each month in their own mailboxes. Reading with pre-school children is the single most important activity to prepare a child for school. Just as a child develops language skills long before being able to speak, the child also develops literacy skills long before being able to read. The kindergarten teacher and the early education teachers often have to spend vast amounts of time and money teaching and helping children "catch up" on pre-literacy skills. Why? Children develop much of their capacity to learn in the first three years of life, before they even enter a school building. This is why pre-school reading and exposure to age-appropriate books is so important. Eighty-eight percent of children who have difficulty reading at the end of first grade display similar difficulties at the end of fourth grade. Seventy-five percent of students who are poor readers in the third grade will remain poor readers in high school. Many will not graduate. One statistic has shown that in the recent past over half the homes in the state of Arkansas did not have more than one book in the home. This problem is being remedied for pennies per child in forty-one counties across Arkansas by the implementation of the Dolly Parton Imagination Library. Learn more online: http://usa.imaginationlibrary.com/
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Arkansas Society for Healthcare Marketing and Public Relations, is designed to recognize excellence in hospital public relations and marketing. The 2014 competition drew 134 entries. Judging for each entry was based on goals and objectives, audience to whom directed, reasons for choosing the format, frequency and quality, portions that were created internally/externally, results/evaluation and total budget. “The objective of the radio advertising initiative was developed to inform the public about inpatient, outpatient and specialty services, community outreach events, support groups and health and wellness issues. As a rural hospital, we pride ourselves in the quality of service and excellence in patient-centered care. Utilizing the radio as a voice to our community has been a vital asset to our success.” Maye also received the Certificate of Excellence in the Internet Website category, which was newly redesigned by Maye and David Harrington, MRHS Information Systems Technologist.
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as Four Winds Trading Post, Mena Art Gallery, Ouachita Little Theatre (OLT), Chameleon Arts, and more will display and demonstrate
various arts and crafts for event-goers. The Fair Lady will host a fashion show; OLT plans to set up a stage and offer costumes to those who wish to try their hand at acting; Four Winds Trading Post will demonstrate Native American crafts and have a beading competition; and Mena Art Gallery will begin their annual Christmas Gift Show. Traffic will be blocked for convenience of the event so remember to bring your lawn chairs and when you get hungry, you can step into Skyline Café or American Artisans for lunch. The Lioness Lions will serve popcorn and the RMCC Culinary Arts Department will serve treats.
AZELL WHORTON
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Ouachita Arts Celebration
NEWS
Maye
October 29, 2014
Azell Whorton, age 78, of Pueblo, Colorado, formerly of Mena passed away Thursday, October 18, 2014 in Colorado. She was born December 8, 1935 to the late Elbert Pinson and the late Lina Smith Pinson. Azell was married to Homer “Bob” Whorton for 57 years and was a loving homemaker. She was a loving wife, aunt and friend to all who knew her. She will be dearly missed. She is survived by her husband of 57 years, Homer “Bob” Whorton of Pueblo, Colorado and nephew, Randall Whorton of Mena, Arkansas. She was preceded in death by her parents, Elbert and Lina Pinson. Graveside services were Monday, October 27, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. at Rocky Cemetery in Rocky under the direction of the Beasley Wood Funeral Home of Mena.
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ON THE BALLOT
October 29, 2014
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U.S. Senate
County Judge
Six Year Term
Secretary of State
Two Year Term
Nathan Lafrance, Libertarian Senator Mark Pryor, Democratic Mark H. Swaney, Green Tom Cotton, Republican
Four Year Term
County Judge Brandon Ellison, Republican Richard Pena, Democratic
U.S. Congress District 04
State Treasurer
Two Year Term
Four Year Term
Ken Hamilton, Libertarian Representative Bruce Westerman, Republican James Lee Witt, Democratic
Chris Hayes, Libertarian Circuit Clerk Dennis Millgan, Republican Karen Sealy Garcia, Democratic
Governor Four Year Term
Asa Hutchinson, Republican Frank Gilbert, Libertarian Mike Ross, Democratic J. Joshua Drake, Green
Lieutenant Governor Four Year Term
Congressman Tim Griffin, Republican John Burkhalter, Democratic Christopher Olson, Libertarian
Attorney General Four Year Term
Aaron Cash, Libertarian Representative Nate Steel, Democratic Leslie Rutledge, Republican
Secretary of State Mark Martin, Republican Susan Inman, Democratic Jacob D. Holloway, Libertarian
Two Year Term
Sharon Simmons, Democratic
Auditor of State
Assessor Two Year Term
Jovan D. Thomas, Independent Phyllis M. Bell, Republican
Coroner
Four Year Term
Representative Andrea Lea, Republican Regina Stewart Hampton, Democratic Brian Leach, Libertarian
Two Year Term
Commissioner of State Lands
Constable-Center TWP
Scott Jones, Independent Brian Bowser, Republican
Two Year Term
(Four Year Term)
Elvis D. Presley, Libertarian Commissioner John Thurston, Republican Mark A. Robertson, Democratic
Andy Barron, Republican Curtis Boyd, Independent
State Representative District 20
Four Year Term
(Two Year Term)
George L. “Lynn” McKee, Independent
Chase A. Busch, Democratic Representative Nate Bell, Republican Marc Rosson, Libertarian
Mena Alderman Ward 1 Position 1
Mayor-City of Mena
Two Year Term
James Earl Turner, Independent Darla Martel, Independent Issue No. 3
An amendment regulating contributions to candidates for An amemndment empwering state or local office, barring gifts the general assembly to provide from lobbyists to certain state for legislative committee reveiw officials, providing for setting Issue No. 2 salaries of certain state officials, and approval of state agencies’ An amendment allowing more and setting term limits for memadministrative rules. bers of the general assembly. time to gather signatures on a state-wide initative or referendum petition only if the petition as origanally filled contained at least 75% of the valid signatures required.
Issue No. 1
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Issue No. 5
An act to increase the Arkansas Minimum wage.
Issue No. 4
The Arkansas Alcoholic Beverage Amendment
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BY STATE SENATOR LARRY TEAGUE LITTLE ROCK – When Arkansas voters go to the polls, they will receive lengthy ballots that include four proposed constitutional amendments. Three of the proposed amendments were referred by the legislature during last year’s regular session. They would change current laws on ethics, ballot issues, term limits and the procedures for implementing rules and regulations. The fourth was placed on the ballot by a group that gathered signatures on petitions and submitted them to the Secretary of State. It would allow sales of alcoholic beverages anywhere in Arkansas. Currently 37 of the state’s 75 counties are dry, although some of the dry counties have private clubs. Also, there may be dry areas within wet counties. The proposed alcohol amendment is Issue Number Four, and its popular name is the Arkansas Alcoholic Beverage Amendment. The popular name of Issue Number One is an amendment empowering the General Assembly to provide for legislative committee review and approval of state agencies’ administrative rules. If approved by voters, it would require state agencies to get approval from legislative committees before new rules and regulations could take effect. Now, legislators can review rules. Issue Number Two is called an amendment allowing more time to gather signatures on a statewide initiative or referendum petition only if the petition as originally filed contained at least 75 percent of the valid signatures required. Issue Two would prevent instances such as occurred in 2012, when groups submitted proposals to raise taxes and were allowed additional time to gather signatures, even though the original petitions were rife with forged and fraudulent signatures. The popular name of Issue Number Three is an amendment regulating contributions to candidates for state or local office, barring gifts from lobbyists to certain state officials, providing for setting salaries of certain state officials, and setting term limits for members of the General Assembly. Issue Three would prohibit elected officials from accepting gifts from lobbyists, and it would prohibit retiring legislators from becoming lobbyists for two years after the date of their retirement. It would allow legislators to serve 16 years in either the House or the Senate or a combination of service in both chambers. The current term limits amendment in the Arkansas Constitution allows legislators to serve a maximum of six years in the House and from eight to 12 years in the Senate. Most Senate terms are four years, but every ten years they possibly serve a two-year term after redistricting changes the geography of districts to make their populations equal. A two-year term is not counted against a senator’s term limits. Issue Three also would create an independent commission to set salaries for elected officials, including constitutional officers, legislators and judges. A fifth issue will appear on ballots, to gradually raise the state minimum wage from $6.25 to $8.50 an hour. It is not a proposed constitutional amendment but a proposed initiated act, which means it would change Arkansas’ legal code but not the constitution. The state Supreme Court was still deciding a legal challenge of the minimum wage issue. If opponents win their challenge, votes will not be counted.
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Boozman Pushes for Withdrawal of Harmful Water Regulation Proposed by Administration BY U.S. SENATOR DR. JOHN BOOZMAN
AT THE CAPITOL
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WASHINGTON –U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) joined with several of his Senate colleagues to document abuses in the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) rulemaking process and call on EPA and Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) to immediately withdraw the proposal to claim federal control over almost all state and local waters. Boozman also joined with fellow members of the Senate Agriculture Committee, to urge the withdrawal of an “Interpretive Rule” which is causing significant confusion about which farm and ranch activities will be affected by the new EPA and Corps mandates. The EPA and Corps proposal would give the administration much greater power to oversee the land use decisions of homeowners, small businesses and family farms throughout the country. Surface water throughout the country is already protected, either by the federal government under the Clean Water Act, or by a patchwork of state and local measures that take into consideration local conditions, priorities, needs, and circumstances. The Obama Administration is trying to overrule state and local conservation efforts, with a one-size-fits-all approach from Washington, DC. “EPA’s latest attempted power grab will make life harder for Arkansas families, especially farm families. This proposed rule will give Washington virtually unlimited authority over all state and local waters. It’s an unprecedented takeover perpetrated by abuse of the rule making process,” Boozman said. “The administration has purposefully misrepresented the impact of this proposed rule and given stakeholders little opportunity to engage in the process in a meaningful way. That is why we are calling on the administration to immediately withdraw this proposed rule. I am committed to stopping this administration’s attacks on our way of life, especially in rural areas, and the ‘Waters of the U.S.’ rule certainly falls into that category.” In a letter to Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack, Secretary of the Army John McHugh and EPA Administrator Gina McCarthy, Boozman and his Republican colleagues on the Senate Agriculture Committee called for an immediate withdrawal of the proposed “interpretive rule.”
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CITIZEN
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Jim Stroope: Cooking Cancer Away One BBQ at a Time
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Growing up, Jim Stroope’s family consisted of his parents and five siblings. Out of those his sister, Norma, was diagnosed with breast cancer around 30 years ago, and is a survivor. His sister, Kay, was diagnosed with breast cancer twice and is a survivor. His mother was diagnosed with cancer and did not survive, and Sue, the youngest of his sisters, was diagnosed with cancer and did not survive. When asked why he gives much of his time and talent on the BBQ grill to both cancer research and Clarice’s Room of Hope, a local cancer support group, Stroope responds by listing off his dear mother and sisters and then simply says, “That will answer your question.” Born and raised in nearby Montgomery County, Stroope left town after high school graduation in 1977 and never planned on moving back, but in 1999 they did just that and took over their family farm in Black Springs, Arkansas. With a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and a Master’s of Business Administration, Stroope also began a career at Nidec that same year, where he continues to serve as Assistant Plant Manager. “I am proud of the plant, I call it the ‘Pride of the Ouachitas’. We employ 397 people building very large electrical motors, it’s a great place to work,” explained Stroope. Together with his wife Joyce, the Stroope family has three children, including two sons named James, and a daughter, Kaitlyn. The Stroopes’ are also blessed with two daughters-in-law, Amanda and Ashley and three granddaughters, Brooklyn, Cloey and Audrey. “Both Joyce and I had a son named James when we married and we have so much fun with that at Christmas,” said Stroope with a laugh. “It’s a yours and mine situation but, you know, I don’t think anybody knows the difference.” Stroope is a grill master, and first started volunteering by working with Regina Lowry and the Relay for Life. “We have a plant team for Nidec and we started selling BBQ sandwiches. Last year we bought 900 pounds of pork and sold it throughout the community. Nidec is super to allow us to be active in the community. Our Plant Manager, Mark Kinder and Michelle Smedley in Cost Control are very supportive of the work we do in the community,” explained Stroope. For the last three years, Stroope has also served as a Celebrity Waiter for the Polk County Relay for Life. He has won celebrity waiter of the year every year for raising the greatest amount of donations. He also won Sneakiest Waiter of the Year last year, for stealing the most tips from other tables. “Two years ago, I was approached by Clay Sickles to help with a local charity that provides cancer support, Clarice’s Room of Hope, and that is when I met Teena Brown. Joyce came up with the idea to donate all the meat for the first BBQ Fundraiser in December 2013 and we cooked it and Teena sold it. This is a chance for us to help with a group that keeps things local,” explained Stroope. On Friday, October 31, 2014 Clarice’s Room of Hope will host another BBQ Fundraiser with Stroope at the grill. From 10 am until 1 pm they will be selling pulled pork sandwiches with chips and a water for $5 or a pound of pulled pork for $8 at 403 North Morrow. For tickets call 479.385.5071. Stroope also grills competitively and has won 1st place in ribs at the local Lum and Abner Festival and 2nd place overall. “I have two large grills, including a custom grill built by Jim Flatte and myself. I have now handed brisket over completely to Joyce and she is the ‘brisket diva’ and I am focusing on desserts on the grill. I have a pineapple upside-down cake that is to die for,” Stroope said with a grin. BY JACLYN ROSE
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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. POLITICAL AD PAID FOR BY RICHARD PENA CAMPAIGN FUND
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SCHOOL
October 29, 2014
Marching Bearcat Band Sweeps 1st Division "Superior" Rating in Regional Competition
The Mena Bearcat Band travelled to Ft. Smith Northside on Tuesday night to participate in the annual Region 8 Marching Assessment. The band received an overall rating of 1st division superior for their performance of the Music of Bon Jovi show. A total of 26 members of this year's band are freshman and was their first year competing at this level. This is the 7th consecutive year the Bearcat Band has received a 1st division superior rating for marching band. Xongratulations to the Bearcat Band and their directors Charles Morgan and Josh Bradford.
Acorn’s October Students of the Month
The Acorn Middle School and High School Faculties have chosen the following students for the October Students of the Month: (Pictured from left to right) Front Row: Emilee Harvey, 8th grade daughter of Mark and Dana Kincaid; Vivian Harper, 7th grade daughter of Michael and Kathy Harper; and Dustin Poor, 6th grade son of Mitchell and April Poor. Back Row: Shawn Harvey, 9th grade son of Charlie Harvey; Ruth Cheng, exchange student of David and Chi Chi Harris; Brook Mabry, 10th grade daughter of Jimmy and Tammy Mabry; Selena Maechler, 11th grade daughter of Rick and Amy Maechler; and Jared Standridge, 12th grade son of Jimmy and Lisa Standridge. These students were chosen based on the following characteristics: performing at ability level, participating in the classroom, respectful to faculty and peers, demonstrating a good work ethic and demonstrating all-around good citizenship. Students receive an academic plaque as well as have their lunch furnished by Nidec at a local restaurant.
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Mena Public Schools Breakfast Menu Monday: 11/3 Pizza Bagel, Applesauce, Juice, Milk Tuesday: 11/4 Breakfast Chicken Biscuit, Pear Halves, Juice, Milk Wednesday: 11/5 Cereal, Toast, Diced Peaches, Juice, Milk Thursday: 11/6 Pancake, Sausage Link, Applesauce, Juice, Milk Friday: 11/7 Biscuit & Sausage, Bananas, Juice, Milk Mena Public Schools Lunch Menu Monday: 11/3 Main: Hot Ham & Cheese, Broccoli & Carrots, Frito’s Peanut Butter Cookies, Fruit, Milk; Choice: Turkey Bacon Club Sandwich, Broccoli & Carrots, Frito’s Peanut Butter Cookies, Fruit, Milk Tuesday: 11/4 Main: Pepperoni Pizza, Tossed Salad, Orange Wedges, Baby Carrots, Milk; Choice: Stromboli, Tossed Salad, Orange Wedges, Baby Carrots, Milk Wednesday: 11/5 Main: Cheeseburger on a Bun, Lettuce & Tomato, Pork N Beans, French Fries, Sliced Pears, Milk; Choice: Chicken Sandwich, Lettuce & Tomato, Pork N Beans, French Fries, Sliced Pears, Milk Thursday: 11/6 Main: Pasta Bake, Great Northern Beans, Baby Carrots, Hot Roll, Applesauce, Chocolate Chip Cookie, Milk; Choice: Corn Dog, Great Northern Beans, Baby Carrots, Hot Roll, Applesauce, Chocolate Chip Cookie, Milk Friday: 11/7 Main: Chicken Patties, Mashed Potatos w. Gravy, Green Beans, Banana, Milk; Choice: Steak Fingers, Mashed Potatos w. Gravy, Green Beans, Banana, Milk Acorn Breakfast Menu Monday: 11/3 Poptarts, Sausage Link, Fruit, Juice, Milk Tuesday: 11/4 Super Donuts, Fruit, Juice, Milk Wednesday: 11/5 Cereal, Fruit, Juice, Milk Thursday: 11/6 Sausage Pancake on a Stick, Fruit, Juice, Milk Friday: 11/7 Sausage Biscuit, Fruit, Juice, Milk Acorn Lunch Menu Monday: 11/3 Burrito, Corn, Salad, Fruit, Milk Tuesday: 11/4 Chicken Fajita Salad, Crackers, Beans, Cake, Fruit, Milk Wednesday: 11/5 Spaghetti, Garlic Bread, Seasoned Green Beans, Salad, Fruit, Milk Thursday: 11/6 Oven Fried Chicken, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, Biscuit, Salad, Fruit, Milk Friday: 11/7 Sloppy Joes, Pork in Beans, Chips, Broccoli Salad, Fruit, Milk Cossatot River School Breakfast Menu Monday: 11/3 Mini Donuts, Craisins, Orange Juice, Milk Tuesday: 11/4 Sausage Roll, Cantalope, Apple Juice, Milk Wednesday: 11/5 Cereal, Apple Wedges, Grape Juice, Milk Thursday: 11/6 Breakfast Pizza, Pineapple Orange Juice, Milk Friday: 11/7 Super Donut, Orange Wedges, Apple Juice, Milk Cossatot River School Lunch Menu Monday: 11/3 Hot Dog, Baked Beans, Chips, Pears, Milk Tuesday: 11/4 Spaghetti, Green Beans, Tossed Salad w/ Dressing, Mandarin Oranges, Milk Wednesday: 11/5 Chicken Strips, Quick Baked Potato, Carrots & Celery Sticks w/ Dressing, Pineapple/Bananas, Milk Thursday: 11/6 Beef Taco, Lettuce/Tomato, Cheese, Salsa, Refried Beans, Fruit Cocktail, Oatmeal Raisin Cookie, Milk Friday: 11/7 Pepperoni Pizza, Tossed Salad w/ Dressing, Peaches, Vanilla Wafers, Milk
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Vandervoort Elementary Celebrates Unity Day
October 29, 2014
Students Medal in Grappling Competition
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On October 22, 2014 (Unity Day) students and staff at Vandervoort Elementary celebrated Bullying Awareness Month by wearing Orange to support anti-bullying.
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In the 2014 American Grappling Federation Competition, Brodie Dickerson, 3rd Grade student, won gold in his division for both Gi and non-Gi and won silver in an upper division. Flint Dickerson, kindergarten student, brought home a silver for non-Gi and bronze in Gi.
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SCHOOL
October 29, 2014
Red Ribbon Week at Holly Harshman Elementary
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Hometown Pride
National Embarrassment
Mena Public Schools celebrates Red Ribbon Week this week. Monday was "Life-Hawaiian:” Catch the Wave of a Drug Free Life. Staff and students enjoyed kicking the week off with their Hawaiian attire.
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7th & 8th Grade
Chase Busch will • Be a proud public servant in the best traditions of the great men who served West-Central Arkansas before. • Serve and represent every person who lives in the district and not just where the voters are, because for nearly 70 years his family’s business (Busch Tractor) has served the people of West-Central Arkansas and Chase knows first-hand that if the people do well, we all do well. • Fight for the Private Option, which provides healthcare coverage for over 211,000 Arkansans, keeps rural hospitals like Mena Regional Health System open and fully staffed with personnel like Chase’s mother who works at MRHS. • Be a Statesman who will stand up for us and not be bought and sold by wealthy lobbyists and PAC’s. • Be a consistent leader who leads with integrity and honor that the good people of West-Central Arkansas will be proud of.
Nate Bell’s record • Nationally Embarrassed the good people of West-Central Arkansas with his comments during the Boston Manhunt and also quoting Adolf Hitler.1,2
• Doesn’t care about the people of West-Central Arkansas. When asked for help in Montgomery County, he refuses and says he helps Polk Co., because that’s where the voters are.3 • Opposes the Private Option even though it has provided over 211,000 Arkansans with health coverage and keeps rural hospitals like Mena Regional Health System open and will look for ways to kill it.4 • Bought and sold by lobbyists and PAC’s with over 90% of his contributions coming from PAC’s and lobbyists and not the people of West-Central Arkansas.5 • Says one thing , but does another with his claims that he does not believe in backroom deals or keeping people uninformed, but he makes an amendment to the Private Option that keeps people from knowing about the program.6,7
Sources 1.http://www.boston.com/ae/radio/blog/2013/04/why_are_so_many_bostonians_telling_arkansas_state_senator_nate _bell_hes_an_idiot.html 2. http://www.arktimes.com/ArkansasBlog/archives/2011/07/25/republican-nathan-bell-quotes-hitler 3.5/22/14 Montgomery Co. News 4. www.arkansashouse.org vote record 5. Secretary of State Financial Disclosure Reports sos.arkansas.gov 6. http://www.msnbc.com/melissa-harris-perry/arkansas-needs-barrier-enrollment 7.8/28/14 Mena Star
6th Grade MMS students participated in PINK OUT DAY in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
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HOME AND GARDEN
Spring Forward - Fall Back
By Kim Hughes, County Agent -FCS The move back to standard time on Nov. 2 means an additional hour to do more chores in the evening, but the chores I’m thinking about are easy and will safeguard you and your family and take an extra step to protect the environment. A national campaign sponsored in part by the International Association of Fire Chiefs recommends that each fall, when Americans set their clocks back to standard time, that they also change the batteries in their smoke detectors. The idea is that a regularly changed, fresh battery in a smoke detector will help prevent accidental deaths caused by fires. In its 23rd year of operation, this national campaign brings a very important safety issue to our attention again. And let’s face it; we could all use a reminder to change the batteries in our smoke detectors. It’s also a good idea to recycle that battery. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, “Batteries contain heavy metals such as mercury, lead, cadmium and nickel, which can contaminate the environment when batteries are improperly disposed of.” While throwing batteries away in your household trash is allowed, you may not have known that batteries can be recycled. Recycling your batteries can help ensure that these heavy metals don’t enter the environment and contaminate water supplies. Recycling can allow these metals to be collected and reused. On average, each person in the U.S. discards eight household batteries a year. Arkansas residents throw away millions of batteries each year that could be recycled. Drop off sites for recycling of household batteries are not available in all parts of the state. You can find recycling centers in Pulaski County by going to www.regionalrecycling.org/ and clicking on your city and then look under Household Chemical Collection. PCDC only takes rechargeable batteries, so you could save your regular batteries and take them when you go to Pulaski County (Little Rock) or send them with a friend that is going. For more information on recycling or water quality, visit www.uaex.edu and click on the Environment and Nature tab. The Cooperative Extension Service is part of the University of AR, Division of Agriculture.
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THE POLK COUNTY PULSE
October 29, 2014
Congratulations to the winners of
Cheyanne Windham Winner: 0-4 Years The Pulse held its 2nd Annual Halloween Coloring Contest over the last few weeks. In total, there were 47 entries received in the four age divisions. In contrast to last year’s winners, which were 3 boys and 1 girl, this year, girls ruled. Each winner received a prize. The youngest age division, 0-4 years, won a jack-o-lantern full of candy, crayons, and coloring books. The next 3 divisions won $25 each. The Pulse’s Ilana Burk is pictured at right with the four winners.
Sydney Jones Winner: 5-7 Years
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the 2014 Pulse Halloween Coloring Contest
Reagan Richmond Winner: 8-10 Years
Jessalynn Pierce Winner: 11-13 Years
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Foliage October 18, 2014
Black Gum, Sassafras, Sweet Gum, Dogwood, Poison Ivy, and American Wild Plum are a few of the trees that respond strongly to fewer hours of sunlight in the autumn. These are usually the first changers of the Arkansas foliage season.
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Jase Allen Green
Kandyce and Stanley Foster, of Mena, are the proud parents of a baby boy, born on October 19th.
Happy 1st Birthday to Jase Allen Green, who turned one year old on October 22, 2014. He is the son of Daniel and Alyssa Green. His siblings are Chelsey Green, Jayden Scott, and Nevaeh Scott. Rachel and Dewey Lance, and Alice Broach and the late Tip Green are Jase’s grandparents.
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Tina Huber and Harvey May, of Mena, are the proud parents of a baby girl, born on October 20th. Alisha Higgins, of Hatfield, is a proud mother of a baby girl, born on October 21st.
Happy 10th Birthday, Reagan! We love you! Mema, Papaw, Christie, Charlie, Sophie & Morgan
Alexis and Brandon Bird, of Norman, are the proud parents of a baby boy, born on October 21st.
Chelsea and Matthew Broach, of Mena, are the proud parents of a baby girl, born on October 21st.
Maris and Rosario Nieto, of Horatio, are the proud parents of a baby girl, born on October 21st.
Lori Johnston and Trent Henry, of Mena, are the proud parents of a baby girl, born on October 22nd.
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POLICE
The following information was received from Polk County law enforcement agencies. The charges against those arrested are allegations and the cases are still pending in the courts. Individuals charged and whose names appear in this column may submit documentation to us at a later date that the charges have been dismissed or that they have been found innocent and we will include that information in this space in a timely manner.
Polk County Sheriff’s Department October 20, 2014 Report of an injured child led to the arrest of Gregory S. Pruitt, 29, of Wickes, on a Charge of Domestic Battery 1st Degree. Arrested was Floyd L. Hayner, 51, of Mena, on a Warrant for Failure to Comply with Reporting Requirements. October 21, 2014 Report from complainant on Polk 290 near Cove of the break-in and theft of several personal items and clothing, valued at $691. Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration. Report from complainants on Polk 407 near Cove of donkeys repeatedly getting out led to a Citation being issued to Joann Robinson, 57, of Cove, for Permitting Livestock to Run at Large. October 22, 2014 Arrested was Jody B. Rogers, 37, of Mena, on a Warrant for Possession of a Schedule VI Controlled Substance. Report from a Mena man of problems regarding custody issues. Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration. Arrested was Scott J. Emry, 39, of Mena, on a Warrant for Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Possession of Schedule VI Controlled Substance with Purpose to Deliver. Report from complainant on Polk 282 near Hatfield of the theft and forgery of two checks, totaling losses at $60.00. Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration. October 23, 2014 Report from complainant on Highway 71 North near Mena of the break-in and theft of firearms, valued at $2,800.00, from a property in the Shady community.
Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration. Report from complainant of a missing wallet from a business in Cove. The wallet was later found and returned to owner. Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration. Report of a disturbance on Polk 70 in the Cherry Hill community led to the arrest of Jason G. Hale, 29, of Mena, on Charge of Domestic Battery 3rd Degree and Assault 3rd Degree, and a Body Attachment Warrant. Report from complainant on Polk 625 near Mena of the fraudulent use of a social security number, totaling losses at $1,238.00. Investigation continues. October 24, 2014 Arrested was Lori J. Rose, 39, of Mena, on a Warrant for five counts of Violation of the Arkansas Hot Check Law. Report of a domestic disturbance on Butler Circle in Hatfield. Suspect had left residence when officers arrived. Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration. Report from complainant on Moss Lane in Hatfield of the theft of a mower, valued at $200.00. Mower was recovered and returned to owner. Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration. Arrested was Brittany L. Sullivan, 20, of Mena, on a Warrant for Theft by Receiving. October 25, 2014 Arrested was Christopher L. Lasalle, 22, of Hatfield, on a Warrant for Violation of the Arkansas Hot Check Law. October 26, 2014 Report of a disturbance on Polk 178 near Mena. Both parties refused to press charges, officer advised both to cease all contact. Arrested by a trooper with the Arkansas State Police was Leatha L. Robey, 42, of Cove, on a Warrant for Theft by Receiving, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Possession of a Schedule I/II Controlled Substance. Polk County Detention Center Jail Population: 28 Incarcerated Inmates; 11 Inmates currently on the Waiting List for a State Facility, of which 1 is currently out of jail on a monitoring system.
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A man was arrested after he wandered into the wrong home drunk and got in bed with a stranger, say police. The Connecticut apartment owner woke up startled and called 911. Officers say 26-year-old Tyler Sullivan of Haddam told officers he thought he was at his mother's apartment, which is in the same complex, in the early hours of Saturday. Sullivan was asked to leave, but refused until officers arrived.
He was charged with trespassing and disorderly conduct. He was released on $1,000 bail and ordered to appear in Middletown Superior Court in November. An Oklahoma woman allegedly told restaurant workers her husband, Jesus Christ, would soon arrive to pay her tab, but the holy hubby was a no-show, police said.
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OPINION
Tales of Jake Strider
October 29, 2014
Judgement
BY MICHAEL REISIG I think it was Mark Twain that originally said, “Good judgment comes from experience, and experience, well, that comes from bad judgment.” Everybody at some point in their lives (usually early on) has to check if the skillet is hot. In the same vein, almost all of us, at one time or another, have hastily cast judgment on someone, and later, of all things, realized we were wrong. Not all our scars are easily seen, not all our wounds heal, and not all of our maladies are obvious. Judgment is a stone best kept in your pocket. The truth is, we all find it much more difficult to judge ourselves than others – and we know ourselves… We all have to remember that each one of us has a story – a path we’ve taken, or been cast upon. Criticizing is easy, it requires no effort. Have the courage to try to find the good in people, or at least have the courage to seek out what made them who they are… Give the gavel to God. We weren’t meant to be judges. I believe that happiness, which is something we all seek, is most easily found when we stop comparing ourselves to other people. Seek the good in those you meet and forgive their shortcomings. Exercise your judgment judiciously – hone it in that fashion so that it becomes a valuable tool in life. Rely on your intellect and your faith without criticizing others for theirs. It’s not your beliefs that make you a better person. It’s your behavior. Good judgment (in terms of your own life) is literally something you can develop, like the muscles in your body. You can practice consciously making the right decision by analysis, not by emotions, or impetuousness – by choosing your course with judicious daily exercise. He who picks up a cat by the tail has learned a lesson the hard way. I love the expression by the writer Tom Robbins: “Every day is judgment day. Always has been, always will be…” I’m going to leave you with another of my favorite quotes, by the American entrepreneur and author, Jim Rohn: “Success is nothing more that a few simple disciplines practiced every day. While failure is simply a few errors in judgment, repeated every day. It is the accumulative weight of our disciplines and our judgments that lead us to either fortune or failure.”
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October 29, 2014
Moments from America’s History
The Federalists and Anti-Federalists
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It was late at night, and Heidi, who was expecting her second child, was home alone with her 3-year-old daughter, Katelyn. Heidi started to go into labor and called 911. Due to a power outage at the time, only one paramedic was able to respond to the call. The house was very, very dark, so the paramedic asked Katelyn to hold a flashlight high over her mommy so he could see while he helped deliver the baby. Very diligently, Katelyn did as she was asked. Heidi pushed and pushed, and after a little while, Connor was born. The paramedic lifted him by his feet, and spanked him on his bottom. Connor began to cry. The Paramedic then thanked Katelyn for her help, and asked the wide-eyed 3 year old what she though about what she had just witnessed. Katelyn quickly responded, “He shouldn’t have crawled in there in the first place. Spank him again!”
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BY MELANIE BUCK One of my favorite developments of this age of technology that we live in is the fact that we don’t have to miss anything, well, almost anything, again. If you’re like me, you hate to miss your favorite television programs and such because of a meeting or unexpected circumstance. Thanks to the internet, that doesn’t happen much anymore. There are many websites that will replay your favorite shows. They can be watched from your computer or most mobile devices. Most new TVs come with and ‘HDMI’ hook-up in the back. If you visit your local department store, you can purchase the ‘HDMI’ cord, usually for around $30, and hook your computer to your TV. Go to a website like Netflix.com or www.tubeplus.me and find your favorite show, load it up, and boom, you’re watching on your big screen, at your own timely convenience, wherever you may be. Another favorite option of mine is the ability to live-stream programs. Live-stream, such as done by MyPulseNews.com, allows you to watch things like your favorite football team, from your couch, live. MyPulseNews.com is in its second season of bringing the Bearcats to fans, far and wide, live and archived. Family members from as far as Wisconsin have been able to watch their boys in action on the field, whether on Whorton Field in Bearcat stadium or travelling to their rival’s field. This week, MyPulseNews was able to bring the Ladycats’ run for the state championship to fans that weren’t able to travel with the team. It’s nice to have a positive come from an internet that can be full of so much negative. If you’re aching to catch your favorite program, do what I do and Google it! There is much out there to see! Until next time, Happy Streaming!
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at 479-437-3111 or Sarah 479-234-3620 for more information. Friday, 10/31 * 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. – Pulled Pork Sandwich Lunch Fund Raiser, 403 N Morrow St., to benefit Clarice’s Room of Hope. Lunch includes Pulled Pork Sandwich, Chips, Bottled Water, $5.00; Bulk - $8.00 per pound, cooked by Stroope Farms, Black Springs AR. Orders of 5 or more – will deliver. For advance tickets call 479-385-5071 or 479-234-3215. * 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 * 8:00p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous meets at the ABC Club across from Chopping Block, 1159 Hwy 71S, Mena, For info call, 394-7396 or 234-5419. Saturday, 11/1 * 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. - Ouachita Arts Celebration, 600 block of Mena Street. Mena Art Gallery will have artists demonstrating throughout the day. * 2:30 p.m. – Olde Lyric Players (Seniors Readers’ Theater) meets at the OLT, 610 Mena Street. Participants 50 years of age and older are welcome. * 5:00 p.m. The Mena Zombie Run! 5K run down Talimena Scenic Drive ending at a haunted house. Sign in at 4:00 p.m. at The Crossing. Cost is $25. This is a family friendly event and all proceeds go to the Hebron Gives Project that will be used to provide a Christmas surprise for a family in need in Mena. Pick up registration forms at The Fair Lady, The Crossing or online at www.raceroster.com/3851. * 5:00 p.m.- Paul Rose & The Rose Family Singers, at The Baker Rock Church, East of Wickes. * 6:00 p.m. Sportsman Banquet – Sponsored by First Baptist Church Hatfield. Guest speaker will be Mena native Clay Newcomb, Editor of Arkansas Bear and Buck Journal, Owner/Publisher of Bear Hunting Magazine. $5 for the meal with a maximum of $10 per family. Tickets will be placed in a drawing for door prizes. For advanced tickets, call the church at 870389-6412 or at the door. * 6:00 p.m. – PCVO Bingo at American Legion Building, Hwy 71 N., Acorn. * 8:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous meets at the ABC Club across from
Chopping Block, 1159 Hwy 71 S., Mena, For info, call 394-7396 or 234-5419. Sunday, 11/2 * 2:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous, ABC Club across from Chopping Block, 1159 Hwy 71 S. For information call 3947396 or 234-5419. * 2:30 p.m. – A.B.A.T.E. (Arkansas Bikers Aiming Towards Education) monthly meeting at the Lime Tree Restaurant. Officers meeting 2:30, General Meeting at 3:00 p.m. You don’t have to ride to attend or become a member. We are a non-profit organization. * 6:30 p.m. – Narcotics Anonymous meeting at Saint Agnes Church in the basement. Monday, 11/3 * 5:00 p.m. – Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS), Hatfield City Hall. For more information call 870-389-6678. * 6:00 p.m. – PCVO Bingo, American Legion Building, Hwy 71 N., Acorn. * 6:00 p.m. – FREE Weightloss Warriors – First National Bank across from Depot. For information call 437-3560. * 6:30 p.m. – Boy Scouts of America Troop 92 meets at First United Methodist Church, Everyone is welcome to attend. * 6:00 p.m. – Narcotics Anonymous Meeting – 812 Hwy 71 S., Mena. * 7:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous – 12 +12 Study at ABC Club across from Chopping Block, 1159 Hwy 71 S., Mena. For information call 394-7396 or 234-5419. Tuesday, 11/4 * 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Polk County Family Mission will be open in the 9th Street Ministries building. * 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. –“Art Day”, Mena Art gallery, 607 Mena Street. Come join other artists, from beginners to pros, working on their individual projects in the gallery classroom. For more information, call 479-394-3880. * 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – FREE Delicious Lunch at Vegetarian Soup Kitchen, Mena Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 149 Polk Rd 43 (Fairground Road), Mena,, 479-394-7404. Take –out is available. All are welcome! * 12:00 – 3:00 p.m. Son Lighters in Action Card Shop, 3671 Hwy 8 West. For more information, call 216-0719. * 5:15 p.m. – Cyclists and Walkers: The Ouachita Cycling Club meets at the Visitor’s Information Center on Earthquake Ridge. Please come join us. Everyone is welcome. * 6:00 p.m. – Narcotics Anonymous Meeting, 812 Hwy 71 S, Mena. * 8:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous, First United Methodist Church, 9th & Port
Arthur. For information 479-234-2887 or 479-234-3043. Wednesday, 11/5 * 6:00 p.m. Ouachita Arts & Crafts Guild meeting at Union Bank Community Room, Mena, Call 479-234-0451 for more information * 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 234-5419.
* RED HAT HOTTIES are volunteering at Mena Manor the 1st Monday of each month for BINGO sessions with residents. They also hold BINGO at Rich Mountain Nursing on the 2nd Monday of each month. Additional volunteers are needed for each of these activities. For more information call Charlie at 870334-3010 or Connie at 479-437-3766. * DOWN TOWN MERCHANT HALLOWEEN TRICK-OR-TREAT, 4:00 – 5:00 P.M. * THE OUACHITA AMATEUR RADIO ASSOCIATION will have their Monthly Club Meeting Saturday, November 8 at 12 Noon at the Lime Tree Inn in Mena. Testing will be available. * MENA HEAD START is taking applications for preschool Children 3-5 and Earl Head Start Children, birth – 3. The program is free to those who qualify. For an application come by Mena Head Start at 606 Pine Avenue, 8:00-3:00 Monday thru Friday. For more information call 479-437-3733. * THROUGH DECEMBER 31, view the Gift of Christmas Show at the Mena Art Gallery. The show includes painting, photography and three-dimensional work. Gallery hours are Tuesday 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. & Wednesday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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Thursday, 10/30 * 11:30 a.m. – Rotary Club of Polk County/Mena meets at Papa’s Mexican Café. Contact Lisa Martin at 2163383 or Charles Pitman at 216-4882 for more info. * 12:00 – 3:00 p.m. Son Lighters In Action Card Shop, 3671 Hwy 8 West. For more information, call 2160719 * 5:30 p.m. - Weight Watchers - meet at Dallas Avenue Baptist church Family Life Center. Call 479234-2297 for more information. * 6:30 p.m. Mena Community Chorus will be practicing for their Christmas Program, First United Methodist Church; 9th and Port Arthur Sts. For more information, call Vicki at 479-234-1109. 6:30 p.m. – Narcotics Anonymous – meeting at Saint Agnes Church in the basement. * 7:00 p.m. – Al-Anon – a support group for anyone affected by someone else’s drinking, meets at the First United Methodist church, 9th & Port Arthur, Mena. Call Dotty
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ALL CLASSIFIEDS MUST BE PREPAID. Ad deadline is 5 p.m. on Monday. Payment is due with ad. Publishing and distributing 8,000 copies weekly. Clean & Comfortable Housing since 1969, J Ray & Maria’s MH Park and Rentals, Hwy 71N, Mena, 479-394TFN 1252. For Sale: Solid Wood Espresso Console/Sofa Table with drawer and bottom shelf. In excellent condition. Asking TFN/INH $300. Call or text 479-216-3091. The Marine Crop League is conducting their “Mother of all Yard Sales”, Nov. 1, 2, & 3. 7:00 a.m -? In parking lot at 1114B Hwy 71 S. Proceeds to benefit com10/29 munity service programs. J & N Dozer – Dozer, Trackhoe, Backhoe, Dumptruck, Ponds, Pads, Clearing, Roads, Hauling. Rich Top Soil, Fill Dirt, Shale, Gravel. Dozer Operator Randy Egger, over 30 years experience. We Appreciate your Business! Call TFN 479-234-1357.
I buy Sterling Silverware forks, knives, and spoons. May be damaged but must be marked ‘sterling.’ I buy pre-1965 U.S. Silver Coins. Top prices paid for pre-1935 U.S. Silver Dollars and also one ounce rounds and bars. Dan’s Pawn, TFN 100 Hwy 71S at 1st Street, Mena, 479-394-5515.
Christmas For Sale – Artificial 6ft tree w/stand, wreaths, ornaments (some collectibles), musical stuffed animals, Like new and priced to sell. Call Clarissa at 11/12 479-234-9654.
1999 Lincoln Towncar 70” Stretch Limousine, 150,000 miles, $8,500 OBO, 479-234-1937
Salon Equipment – 2 Pedi-spas set $500 firm; 2 Esti-Massage Tables set $125 firm. Sold as sets only 216-6634.
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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 available. 10/29 Contact 870-385-7887. Yard Sale: Fri. Oct. 31, and Sat. Nov. 1, 8am – 4 pm, 1501 Cole St., in Mena. Two lift chairs, home interior, Mason jars, furniture, lawn mower, dishes, glassware, books, 10/29 tools, and many other household items.
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UP TO 20 WORDS - $4 PER WEEK, $0.25 EACH ADDITIONAL WORD BORDER $1
Daniel’s Carpentry and Painting. Home repair and painting. Small to medium jobs. Also lawn and garden 11/19 work. Call 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 Best 10/29 Costume.
Montgomery County Nursing Home & Assisted Living are needing a Part-Time LPN to work at both facilities. Could be as much as full time some months. Please apply within. Inquire at 870-867-2156, Pam Loomis, RN. RN’s welcome to apply. 11/5
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 11/5 wildlife. Need to Sell. Call 903-733-3965.
Humane Society of the Ouachitas Pet of the Week for the Week of October 29, 2014
Alley is a beautiful 6 toed kitten who looks like she’s wearing mittens! Not only that but she has a black heart shaped mark on her face which makes her look even more adorable! Alley is spayed, up to date on her kitten shots, and litter box trained. Talk about perfect! She also has a couple of kitten siblings who are 6 toed at the shelter and there's many 5 toed kitties there too! Visit our kitty room soon and listen as they greet you with meows! Give us a call. You’ll be glad you did! OFFICE HOURS: Tuesday through Saturday 10 AM until 2 PM 368 Polk Co. Rd. 50, Mena, AR OFFICE PHONE NUMBER: (479) 394-5682 WEB SITE: www.hsomena.org HSO is a NO KILL Shelter HSO is not affiliated with any other local, state or national animal rescue organization. HSO is a 501(c)(3) organization and your donations are tax deductible.
Rich Mountain Community College is seeking comments from the public about the College in preparation for its periodic evaluation by its regional accrediting agency. The College will host a visit March 2,3,4 2015, with a team representing the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association. Rich Mountain Community College has been accredited by the Commission since 1990. The team will review the institution’s ongoing ability to meet the Commission’s Criteria for Accreditation. The public is invited to submit comments regarding the college: Public Comment on Rich Mountain Community College The Higher Learning Commission 230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500 Chicago, IL 60604-1411 The public may also submit comments on the Commission’s Web site at www.ncahlc.org. Comments must address substantive matters related to the quality of the institution or its academic programs. Comments must be in writing. All comments must be received by February 4, 2015.
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