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Stay Your DAILY News Sources: MyPulseNews.com & KENA 104.1 Connected! Judge Ellison Elected President of County Judges Association LITTLE ROCK — Polk County Judge Brandon Ellison has been elected by his peers to serve as president of the County Judges Association of Arkansas (CJAA). The election took place Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2019, at the judges’ fall conference, held in Benton, Ark. Ellison will serve a two-year term. “It is a great honor to serve in this capacity. I truly love the concept of county government as designed in Arkansas. I believe this form of government is what our founding fathers had in mind, a nimble, less intrusive style that only provides the basic services that individual citizens cannot provide for themselves," Judge Ellison said. "Over the next two years, I hope to provide solid leadership to the County Judges Association of Arkansas and share Polk County values and culture to our state. This honor is definitely

a highlight in my career as one of the 75 County Judges in Arkansas.” Members of the CJAA also re-elected Judge Ellison to serve as a Western District representative on the CJAA Executive Board. They also re-elected him to represent the judges on the Association of Arkansas Counties (AAC) Board of Directors, a board on which he serves as Vice-President. Judge Ellison is a native of Mena. In addition to serving as president of the CJAA and as AAC Board of Directors Vice-President, Judge Ellison holds an elected seat on the seven-member AAC Risk Management Fund Board of Trustees. Gov. Asa Hutchinson appointed Judge Ellison to the Arkansas Workforce Development Board in June of 2016. Judge continued on page 7

Lacy Floyd Places High at the AR/OKLA State Fair

Saline County District Judge Josh Newton swears Polk County Judge Brandon Ellison in as president of the County Judges Association of Arkansas.

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Another great accomplishment for one of Polk County’s own in the Arkansas Oklahoma State Fair this past week. Lacy Floyd, an 8th grader at Mena Middle School, represented the Mena FFA well as she presented her market goat. Lacy won Reserve Grand Overall Market Goat and is registered to show at the Arkansas State Fair beginning Friday, October 11th. She has racked up quiet the winnings as she received Grand Champion Overall Market Goat at our local Polk County Fair this past August. Good luck to Lacy Floyd as she competes at the state level. Photo submitted

You may have noticed you’re paying more at the pump. That’s because Arkansas motorist have been hit by a new tax that was signed into law earlier in the year that took affect Tuesday. The legislation, by State Senator Terry Rice of Waldron and signed into law last March is set to raise $95 million for roadway funding. Arkansans will have to cough up an additional 3 cents per gallon increasing the states take from 21.5 cents per gallon to 24.5 cents per gallon. If you have a diesel powered vehicle you will pay and increase of 6 cents per gallon taking your cost up to 28.5 cents of tax per gallon. The law states the tax can increase yearly by a maximum of one-tenth of one percent. According to the website for the Institute for Energy Research, motor fuel is one of the most taxed goods in the United States. Pump continued on page 15

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Representatives from the Mena Regional Health System Emergency Department and Southwest EMS recently attended the 11th Annual AR Saves Tele-Medicine Stroke Conference in Hot Springs, AR. Doctors, nurses, EMTs and other stroke professionals from across the state were in attendance, as well as several stroke survivors who shared their life-saving testimonies regarding the Tele-Medicine program. Pictured from left: Patrick Fox, MD; Hannah Stovall, RN; Olivia Bayne, RN; Travis Bayne, Southwest EMS; Amisha Mosley, RN; Brianna Starr, RN; Jennifer Philpot, RN; Tony Tackett, MRHS ER Director; Charles Anderson, South West EMS; and Robby and Sherri Hines, Southwest EMS. Photo submitted.

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Reflections From History & Faith “...the hand of God...” By Jeff Olson In looking back on the history of our great nation, there have been ordinary Americans who contributed in extraordinary ways to the freedom and future of our country. With some of these patriots, the extraordinary was inspired and guided by their religious faith as much or more than love of country or even survival itself. One such American is the subject of this writing. Born the third of eleven children in a two-room log cabin on December 13, 1887, Alvin Cullum York grew up a hard-working young man farming land which grew rocks much better than it did corn, but he was also rambunctious with quite a wild streak. After one of his best friends was killed in a bar fight, and through the love, prayers and patience of his mother and pastor and most of all by the grace of God, York accepted Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior in January 1915. His life was forever changed and soon after he was very active in his local church, serving as song leader, teacher, and elder. After America entered World War I, the military draft arrived in York’s home town of Pall Mall, but he initially refused to register because of his religious convictions. A coward he was not, but a hypocrite he was also not. As he later stated, “I was worried clean through. I didn’t want to go and kill. I believed in my Bible.” Encouraged by his pastor, Rosier Pile, York applied for exemption as a conscientious objector, but his request was denied as was his appeal. With some reservations and reluctance, York registered for the draft on June 5, 1917 and reported to Camp Gordon, Georgia. However, unanswered questions remained. During a time of soul-searching

back home on furlough and upon receiving insightful guidance (rooted in the Bible and American history) from two of his commanding officers, York came to understand the justification and necessity of war in protecting his home, family and way of life and in preserving the freedom to worship and serve God according to his conscience and beliefs. York’s early life in rural northern Tennessee gave him reason for and experience in becoming an excellent marksman. This skill proved very useful when the 82nd Infantry Division was sent to France to defeat the German army. One hundred one years ago this coming Tuesday, October 8, 1918, York’s faith, courage, marksmanship and resolve were put to the ultimate test in the Meuse-Argonne offensive, which would become the final Allied push against Germany’s forces on the Western Front. On Castle Hill (Hill 223) he silenced 35 machine guns, killed more than 20 enemy soldiers and then almost single-handedly captured another 132, including 4 officers. The Commander of the American Expeditionary Forces, General John J. Pershing, called York, “The greatest civilian soldier of the war.” Pershing presented him with America’s highest award for valor: The Congressional Medal of Honor and promoted him to Sergeant. Marshal Foch, Supreme Allied Commander said, “What York did was the greatest thing accomplished by any soldier of all the armies of Europe.” France awarded him the Croix de Guerre and Legion of Honor. He also received the Croce de Guera and War Medal from Italy. When York returned to the United States, he received a hero’s welcome and a ticker-tape

parade in New York City. In York’s words, “In the war the hand of God was with us. It is impossible for anyone to go through with what we did and come out without the hand of God. We didn’t want money; we didn’t want land; we didn’t want to lose our boys over there. But we had to go into it to give our boys and young ladies a chance for peace in the days to come.” York’s fame soon attracted those who wish to capitalize on it, so he was highly sought after by American businessmen, mostly in entertainment, advertising, and publishing. In all, the offers he received totaled more than one hundred thousand dollars (1.7 million in 2019 dollars), but York refused them convinced that “Uncle Sam’s uniform ain’t for sale.” Instead, he returned home where he married his sweetheart Gracie Williams (1900-1984) in June 1919 and resumed farming and serving his church. Alvin York wore the mantle of “war hero” with integrity, dignity and humility. He dedicated the remainder of his life to raising a family (of eight children) with Gracie and championing rural education, economic development, and charitable and civic causes in his native Fentress County and the State of Tennessee. The school he founded in 1926, The York Institute, is still in operation in Jamestown. In 1941 a motion picture about his life, Sergeant York, was released, not only exposing new generations to Alvin York, but also serving as a strong patriotic and morale boost to Americans facing World War II. York attempted to re-enlist in the Army as an infantryman, but he was 54 years old, overweight, nearly diabetic, and suffering from arthritis. Though his request was denied, he was commissioned as a major in the Army Signal Corps, touring training camps and taking part in bond drives to raise funds for the war effort. The Sergeant suffered a stroke in 1954, which left him

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bedridden for the remainder of his life. He passed away on September 2, 1964. Not long before his death, York said that he preferred to be remembered for what he did after the war, “for helping improve education in Tennessee, bringing in better roads, and just helping my fellow man.” Today, more than a century after that day on Hill 223, Alvin York’s example and legacy endure and continue to inspire generations of Tennesseans and countless other Americans, including me. Yes, he was a genuine American war hero but most important of all: He was a great man.

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Police Reports... 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 Report The following information was received from Polk County Sheriff Scott Sawyer for the week of September 23 – September 29, 2019. September 23, 2019 Report from complainant on Highway 8 East near Board Camp of being harassed by an acquaintance. Information has been forwarded to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration. Traffic stop on Polk 63 near Yocana. Information has been forwarded to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration. Report of a vehicle pursuit on Highway 71 South near Hatfield led to the arrest of Logan S. Jacobs, 23, of Cove, on Charges of Fleeing, Reckless Driving, No Driver’s License and No Proof of Insurance. September 24, 2019 Report from complainant on Polk 626 near Nunley of missing prescription medications. The items were later located. Report from complainant on Polk 178 near Mena of the break-in and theft of clothing and alcohol, all valued at $50.00. Investigation continues. Arrested was Charles A. Harvey, 54, of Glenwood, on a Warrant for Commercial Burglary, Theft of Property and Criminal Mischief 1st Degree. September 25, 2019 Request for welfare check on two animals on Highway 8 East near Board Camp. Deputy responded. Report of a vehicle fire on Polk 76 West near Mena. Deputy responded. Report from complainant on Blackberry Lane in Shady of missing articles of clothing and prescription medications. Investigation continues. September 26, 2019 Report from complainant on Polk 184 near Acorn of the discovery of suspicious items. Deputy responded. Report from complainant on Polk 41 South near Potter of missing coins, valued at $500.00, that had been mailed to a

business in another state. Information has been forwarded to the proper authorities. Report from complainant on Mullins Street in Hatfield of a hit-and-run accident, causing damage to their vehicle. Information has been forwarded to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration. Traffic stop on Highway 71 near Mena led to the arrest of Kevin M. Sullivan, 59, of Mena, on a Charge of DWI. September 27, 2019 Arrested was Kennith A. Kyle, 38, of Mena, on a Warrant for Probation Violation. Report of a disturbance led to the arrest of Johnathan M. McBee, 18, of Mena, on a Charge of Disorderly Conduct. Traffic stop on Highway 8 East near Board Camp led to the arrest of Colby A. Miles, 30, of Mena, on a Charge of DWI. September 28, 2019 Report from complainant on Crossing Lane near Cove of two missing packages of medical equipment, valued at $100.00. Investigation continues. September 29, 2019 Report from complainant on Pebble Lane near Board Camp of vandalism done to the residence. Investigation continues. Report from complainant on Polk 41 South near Potter of a disturbance that had occurred earlier. Information has been forwarded to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration. Report from complainant on Highway 8 East near Board Camp of unauthorized person(s) on their property. Investigation continues. Traffic stop on Highway 8 East near Mena led to the arrest of Randall J. Dugan, 46, of Mena, on Charges of DWI, Driving Left of Center and Refusal to Submit. Arrested was Timmy R. Lane, 31, of Norman, on a Warrant for Failure to Comply with a Court Order. Polk County Sheriff’s Office worked three vehicle accidents this week. Polk County Detention Center Jail Population: 21 Incarcerated Inmates , with 9 Inmates currently on the Waiting List for a State Facility.

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September 22, 2019 Timothy Robinson, 32, of Mena was charged with criminal trespass. The arrest a call from a local resident. Richard Ducote, 41, of Mena was arrested and charged with possession of methamphetamine and was served an outstanding warrant. September 23, 2019 Officers responded to a disturbance at a local residence. The information was forwarded to the prosecuting attorney for a possible warrant. Police were dispatched to a local residence in regards to a complaint of harassment. Case is pending statements from all witnesses and complainants. September 24, 2019 Complaint was made by a Mena man regarding his former girlfriend harassing him. No charges have been filed. A local man reported that he had accidentally left his cell phone at a local laundromat. When he returned, it was gone. After reviewing the surveillance video from the business, a suspect was identified. Case has been forwarded to the prosecuting attorney for a possible warrant. Officers responded to a call from a local business owner concerning harassment of by local woman. Case is pending further investigation. Louisa Vidana, 35, of Fort Smith was arrested on an outstanding warrant. She was held at the Scott County jail, and local officers went there to bring her back to Polk County. September 25, 2019 A local woman reported that a neighbor had shot her dog with a BB gun, and that a pellet had broken a window in her house. The neighbor agreed to replace the window. A Mena woman reported that she was attacked by an acquaintance. After interviewing both parties, no charges were filed at this time September 26, 2019 Joshua Wright, 37, of Mena was charged with criminal trespass. The arrest followed a complaint by a local resident. A Mena woman reported that someone had let the air out of the tires on her vehicle while she was working. Case pends further investigation and location and interview of suspect. Galia Bass, 57, of Heavener, Oklahoma was arrested and charged with DWI and refusal to submit to a chemical test. Dennis Stinson, 41, of Mena was arrested on a body attachment warrant from Polk

County. September 27, 2019 Robert Pierce, 41, of Mena was arrested on a felony warrant from Polk County. Report was made of an accident. The vehicle had been abandoned. Case pends location of driver. Garrett R. Bosley, 19, of Mena was arrested on three failure to appear warrants from Mena police. September 28, 2019 A Mena woman reported the theft of several yard ornaments from her lawn. Case is pending. Report was made of a semi truck on fire in a local parking lot. The case is with the Mena Fire Department. Garrett R. Bosley, 19, of Mena was charged with criminal trespass after a call to a local business. Justin Chicago, 21, of Mena was charged with DWI and driving left of center. The arrest followed a call from a local resident.

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Mena Lioness Lions Raise Funds For Polk County Charities

Mena Lioness Lions Annual Dinner & Auction a huge success as the organization raised monies for the upcoming needs of Polk County. Each year the Lioness support local charities: Food for Kids Backpack Program, CASA, Clarice’s Room of Hope, FreshStart Pregnancy Resource Center, and The Salvation Army.

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Bring Your Bible To School Day Thursday, Oct. 3rd is Bring Your Bible to School Day across the nation where students will celebrate their religious freedom. Sponsored by Focus on the Family, Bring Your Bible To School Day is a way for students to express their belief in God’s Word. This is not a voluntary event, but is up to students and student groups to participate and lead activities in their respective schools. More than half a million students are expected to participate this year as the annual student led event reaches it’s sixth year. This year Focus on the Family will challenge students to put into practice the “Live It” aspect of the events “Bring It. Share It. Live it.” Motto. Students and their

families will be given monthly challenges they can take to live out their Christian faith in their schools and communities. Earlier this year New Orleans Saints Quartback, Drew Brees partnered with Focus on the Family to promote Bring Your Bible To School Day. Brees filmed a video in support of kids bringing their Bibles to school. On the FocusOnTheFamily.com website Brees states in part, “I want to encourage you to live out your faith on Bring Your Bible To School Day and share God’s love with friends. You’re not alone.” Throughout the day students will share their experiences on social media sites using the hashtag #BringYourBible.

Chekhov Opening at OLT October 11 Ouachita Little Theatre takes pride in exposing their audiences to a variety of entertainment. Classic, humorous, musical, and dramatic pieces have all been portrayed in memorable performances through the years. Something altogether different is happening in rehearsals at the old Lyric Theatre these past few weeks; it is difficult to describe, but all-encompassing of humor, classic literature, and possibly most descriptive of all – pure farce. Four one act plays written by Anton Chekhov, the brilliant 19th century Russian writer, are to be performed the weekends of October 11-13 and 18-20 at OLT. Although Chekhov is best known for his short stories and full-length plays, he possessed a skill and love for comedic one act plays, and these are considered to be among his best. The four selections being performed

are titled, “The Anniversary”, “The Harmful Effects of Tobacco”, “The Bear”, and “The Proposal.” Director John Puddington, an experienced professional actor who recently moved to Mena, has assembled an excellent cast from our local talent. Puddington has directed this series of plays before in Albuquerque, NM. The reviews for those productions were excellent. One review in particular, written by Steven Robert Allen, sums up the spirit of the plays for the modern theater-goer as follows: “Chekhov’s one-acts are something like the 19th century Russian equivalent of really good sitcoms – sort of like Seinfeld, but with tweed coats and hunting dogs.” You get the idea; you will laugh a lot. And you will also be treated to something unlike anything else you have seen in Mena before.

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Bonnie Yvonne Myers Goad age 79 formerly of Hatfield, Arkansas passed away Wednesday, September 25, 2019 in Hot Springs, Arkansas. Bonnie was born on October 11, 1939 in Arkansas to the late Russell Myers and the late Peggy Luttrell Myers. She was an avid artist and painter and enjoyed traveling. One of her proudest accomplishments was when she worked for Hughes Aerospace as a keypunch operator doing “top secret” entries. She was a loving and dedicated mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She is survived by her son, Allen Goad of New Mexico; daughter, Renee Van Esso of California; grandchildren: Tanya Goad of Missouri, Elizabeth Goad of Missouri, and Jaclyn Goad of Germany; a brother, Ronnie Myers of Mena; and a host of other family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Russell and Peggy Myers; sister, Linda Claborn; and a brother, Terry Myers. Funeral service was Monday, September 30, 2019 at Beasley-Wood Chapel at 2:00 p.m. Interment followed in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Hatfield under the direction of the Beasley-Wood Funeral Home of Mena. Online obituary available at www.beasleywoodfuneralhome.com

Robert Francis “Bob” Varley was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, to Robert Francis Varley, Sr. and Xelma Mullinax Varley, both veterans of World War II. Named after his father, he was the secondof their three sons. Bob attended St. Agnes Elementary School in Jefferson Parish and Jesuit High School in New Orleans. He was a student athlete, lettering on the school’s gymnastics and diving teams. While in grade school, he was the neighborhood newspaper delivery boy for the New Orleans States Item. He learned to maintain his Schwinn bicycle and then learned about the lawnmower engine from his dad. In his day Bob bought, road, drove, fixed or flew go-karts, motorcycles, cars, boats and small airplanes. Bob also loved nature, especially fishing. One summer, his parents took the family on a fishing trip to Lake Catherine, Arkansas. Bob would always remember the beauty of the Ouachita Mountains. Most summers Bob’s mother would take the familyto Winnsboro, Texas for long stays on the family farm, where they played with their cousins, rode horses, and learned lessons from his Mamaw and Granddaddy about feeding chickens, horses and cattle and shelling peas for enough money to see a movie and buy an ice cream in town on weekends. In 1972 Bob graduated from Louisiana Tech University in Ruston, Louisiana with a B.S. in Engineering. He was a member of the local Civil Air Patrol and earned his private pilot’s license. After college, he went into business with his father in the oil service industry working for R.F. Varley Company, Inc. Bob became one of the most sought-after directional drillers in the Gulf of Mexico, working the big offshore oil rigs as well as jobsites in Texas, the Dakotas, Canada and Venezuela. He later moved to St. Paul, Minnesota, where he met Kirsty Erickson. They shared a goal of living a healthier, simpler lifestyle, closer to nature. They fell in love, became life partners and shared many adventures together. In 2006 they decided to move to

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Arkansas – first driving their houseboats down the Mississippi River from St. Paul to Memphis, then caravanning to Arkansas to take up residence on a hilltop in Hatfield. They loved their hilltop acres and worked hard building their dream cabin. They carved out organic vegetable gardens, plantedblueberry bushes and raised chickens, with the help of a feisty rooster they named Elvis. They started beekeeping. They pickled, preserved and shared their garden harvests with friends. They were honored to join and serve with the Potter Volunteer Fire Department. Bob had a brilliant mind, a compassionate heart, and a DIY spirit. Besides his mechanic and craftsman skills, he was a talented storyteller and an award-winning photographer. He loved nature and her creatures, and they seem to like him and not mind his camera. Bob suffered a stroke in the summer of 201, and his beloved Kirsty died early in 2018. With the help of neighbors, friends and family Bob struggled to recover but passed away at home in his cabin in September 2019. He is survived by his elder brother John, sister-in-law Carmen, younger brother, Patrick, niece Janelle, nephew Christopherand cousins in Texas and California. All, who knew him, will miss him. There is a memorial page for Bob on the Bowser Family Funeral Home Page https://www.bowserffh.com/default.asp Bob’s brothers and sister-in-law will host a memorial gathering for Bob at the Johnson Manor in Mena, AK, (600 11th St, Mena, AR 71953) Monday evening October 7, from 5 to 7 PM. Friends and neighbors of Bob and Kirsty are invited. There will be light refreshments, and this will be a time to celebrate his friendships and the good years he and Kirsty had in Hatfield. Please come and share your stories about Boband Kirsty. And if you play a musical instrument, please bring it with you. Bob asked that there be singing at any gathering in his honor. Also please let us know if you plan to come by calling 703-969-9818. Bob’s mother, Xelma, died of Alzheimer’s Disease. If anyone wishes to make a donation in Bob’s honor –please consider The Alzheimer’s Association of Arkansas, https://www.alz.org/arkansas.

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Thomas Wayne Creswell, age 70, a resident of Vandervoort, Arkansas passed away Monday, September 23, 2019 in his home surrounded by his beloved family. Wayne was born February 1, 1949 in San Angelo, Texas to the late Tom Padgett Creswell and Ruth Marie Bryant. He attended Como-Pickton High School in Pickton, Texas. In his younger years he enjoyed being a rodeo bullrider. His chosen profession was truck driving and a dozer operator. Wayne married the love of his life, Mona Walton Creswell on December 27, 1990. He was a one of a kind man and never met a stranger. He enjoyed spending time visiting with his family and friends, going fishing, working in his shop, hunting, and sitting on his porch enjoying the view. Wayne was preceded in death by his parents; infant twin sons, and his sister, Geraldine (Jerry) Trevino. He is survived by his wife of 28 years, two sons and daughters-in-law, Thomas Wayne Jr and April Creswell of Cedartown, Georgia and Kevin and Janine Creswell of Adamsville, Texas; a daughter, Tabitha Creswell of Cameron, Missouri; two stepsons and daughters-in-law, Yancey and Michelle Edmunds of Osage, Oklahoma, and Jason and Meredith Guess of Euless, Texas; a stepdaughter and son-inlaw, Randi and Bram Chappell of Boerne, Texas; 17 grandchildren and six great grandchildren; and many dear friends and family members. Graveside funeral services will be held at a later date in Mt. Vernon, Texas. Visitation was 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., Friday, September 27, 2019 at Beasley-Wood Funeral Home Chapel in Mena, Arkansas. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Family Home of Little Rock at familyhomelr.org/donate or Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Arkansas https://donate.lls.org/lls/donate. Arrangements under the direction of the Beasley-Wood Funeral Home of Mena.

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Arkansas Tourism Department Releases 2018 Economic Impact Report

Arkansas hosted more than 32 million visitors in 2018 who spent $7.37 billion in total travel expenditures, $408 million in state taxes and $161 million in local taxes, according to data released by the Division of Arkansas Tourism. Arkansas Tourism’s 2018 economic

impact report, online at www.Arkansas. com/industry-insider/research-services, illustrates that tourism continues to make a significant, positive economic impact and remains vital to Arkansas’s economy. “For those of us who call Arkansas home, the virtues of our state are clear –

Judge continued from page 1 Judge Ellison was an integral member of the Arkansas Unpaved Roads Working Group, which succeeded in getting state legislation passed to create an avenue for counties undertaking unpaved roads projects to receive grants from the state. The Arkansas Unpaved Roads Program was established in 2013 to formulate cost-effective and proactive solutions to manage eroding roads that otherwise would wash harmful sediment in streams, rivers and lakes. For his “commitment and dedication to fish and wildlife conservation," Judge Ellison received the Regional Director’s Conservation Award from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's Southeast Region in 2016. Judge Ellison has held Polk County’s highest seat since 2011.

stunning scenic views, compelling cultural attractions and award-winning culinary opportunities, to name a few,” said Stacy Hurst, secretary of the Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism. “This economic impact data reminds us that visitors from across the globe travel to The Natural State to discover top-notch visitor experiences.” The 2% tourism development trust fund also continues to grow and is up by 2.7% over 2017. In addition, nearly 68,000

Arkansas jobs are directly related to the travel industry. Among the other key findings for 2018: • Arkansas’s total travel expenditures are up 4.4%. • Travel-generated local tax is up 2.9%. • Travel-generated payroll is up 3.3%. • Travel-generated state tax is up 2.7%. • And travel-generated employment is up 1.2%. For more information call 501-6821926.

WHATEVER HAPPED TO SIN?

Polk County Judge Brandon Ellison has been elected president of the County Judges Association of Arkansas. He has served as Polk County Judge since 2011.

I am still amazed at some of the comments made by the big-name preachers, comments like “Jesus came to take away the sins of the world.” If one would read the Biblical account carefully, he would see what John actually wrote was this “John seeth Jesus coming unto him, and saith ‘behold the Lamb of God which taketh away the SIN of the world’” (John 1: 29). One who really studies the Word carefully will see immediately what I am trying to point out. The word SIN does not have an S on the end… deliberately, and the difference is very, very important. When Paul said “I have been crucified with Christ” he meant what he said. Something of Paul died on the cross when Jesus died, and that thing died there under the judgement of God was Paul’s SIN NATURE! That is, there was something in Paul that must die if he was to be the man that God called him to be, and that thing that must die was Paul’s sin nature. A close study of the book of Romans shows us that there is an indwelling power in all of us. An inherited sin nature. All human beings have it, and that is why we can’t get along at any level of our relationships, until that sin nature is dealt with. Not only do we all have that indwelling sin nature, we also commit acts, thoughts, attitudes, that are contrary to the character of our Creator. Those acts, attitudes, thoughts are, in the Word of God, called sin or sins. Note that in Romans the Bible tells us that the “wages of SIN is death.” Sin must die. No question about it. Sinful actions can be forgiven through faith and confession and repentance, but the sin nature must die! In II Corinthians 5: 21 the Bible tells us that “He (God the Father) hath made Him (Jesus) to be sin, who knew no sin, that we might be made the righteousness of God in Him” (II Cor. 5: 21). Whether it fits our theology or not, Jesus DID become sin in those moments. He became sin because He bore ALL of our sins in those moments! And in Him the power of sin, the nature of sin, died also, under the judgment of God upon His Son. “Sin made me do it” is no longer true for the truly born-again person. We still make choices, and, unfortunately many of those choices are outside of His purpose for us, outside of His character. Those choices, when sinful, are dealt with through the living Lord Jesus who requires of us faith in Him, confession (that we did it and it wasn’t anyone else’s fault, and then repentance. Jesus told the woman who was caught in the act of adultery “your sins are forgiven” and then He said “go and sin no more.” Sinful acts. For the Christian (the one who has gone to the Cross, as did Paul, and had his sin problem dealt with) God has said “if we will confess our sins He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness” (I John 1: 9). Again, sinful acts. With Paul it was not sinful actions, attitudes, or words. It was the sin nature, and it could not be fixed, not all, it had to die! And what was true for hm is true for all of us: the sin nature cannot be fixed by any choice that we make, except the choice to come to Jesus Christ, confess that we are sinful and can’t fix it. “Jesus forgive me. Take charge of my life. Be my Lord and my savior. I want to live for you. I want to serve you, so by your Spirit help me to do this.” When we pray a prayer like this, and mean it in the depth of our hearts, our sin nature takes a one-way trip to the cross! We are forgiven! “I am crucified with Christ. Nevertheless, I live, but not I, Christ lives in me, and the life I now live, I live by the faith of the Son of God who loved me and gave Himself for me” (Galatians 2: 20). We, like Paul, must also go to the cross of Jesus Christ. We must turn to Him in faith. Then and only then is our sin nature taken care of.

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Authors To Appear In Polk County For Teen Read Week and Everyone Reads Polk County Submitted by Everybody Reads Polk County MENA, ARK – Authors’ Mark Spencer and John T. Wayne will appear in Polk County Tuesday, October 15, 2019 at Cossatot High School, 6330 Highway 71 South; and Polk County Library, 410 8th Street, Mena. The authors will appear at Cossatot High School as part of Teen Read Week, 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.; and at Polk County Library as part of Everybody Reads Polk County, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The authors’ appearances at Cosstatot High School and Polk County Public Library are made possible with generous support from the Arkansas Humanities Council and Union Bank. The authors will also appear Wednesday, October 16, 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Books and Stuf, 410 Sherwood, Mena. About the Authors Mark Spencer is the author of 12 books including the nonfiction A Haunted Love Story, The Ghosts of the Allen House (the basis for episodes of five TV shows); the novel, The Weary Motel; the short story collection Trespassers; and his newest novel, An Untimely Frost about a 16 year old who navigates through deaths and unwakenings. His work has received four national awards including the Faulkner Award for Fiction. He is dean and professor of English, School of Arts and Humanities at the University of Arkansas at Monticello. He received his BA in English Literature from the University of Cincinnati, his MA in Creative Writing from Bowling Green Mark Spencer State University and his PhD in English from Oklahoma State University. John T. Wayne is a former Marine turned author. He attended the University of Oregon after seven years in the United States Armed Forces. His series of books called the Gaslight Boys endeavors to shed light on a subject that is buried in the annals of American history - children who became orphans as a result of the American Civil War. He resurrects their stories of living under gaslights during the Civil War; being abandoned, but unknowingly contributed to the War, including being the first to lead the Pony Express. Wayne’s seven Gaslight Boys series on orphans include: Blood Once Spilled, Captain Grimes, Catfish John, Ol’ Slantface, Peace in the Valley, Showdown at Scatter Creek and The Treasure del Diablo. John T. Wayne Wayne is also promoting True Grit Trail in recognition of the famous novel by Arkansas author Charles Portis and the two movies based on the novel. The designation is on Arkansas Highway 22 between Dardanelle and Ft. Smith. Everybody Reads Polk County is a free literary arts program designed to introduce authors to the community and to encourage everyone to enjoy reading. The program will provide the community with authors’ insights on their foray into the literary arts, share their books through discussions.

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Downtown Grants To Be Awarded By Mena Downtown Partners Submitted by Judy Thompson As a part of the Arkansas Downtown Network commitment, Mena Downtown Partners will be providing financial incentives for downtown property owners or tenants 1) to make exterior and/or interior improvements to existing downtown properties or 2) purchase banners or signage for their downtown business. Four matching fund grant awards up to $500 each will be made. The purpose of this grant program is: • To increase utilization of existing downtown buildings. • To strengthen downtown business potential by retaining and attracting busi-

nesses. • To restore the economic vitality of Mena's downtown through increased sales, promotion, services and valuation of property. • To improve the aesthetics of the downtown district. Projects to be considered must be within the boundaries of the downtown commercial district. The district includes the streets of Mena and De Queen from Port Arthur to Oak and all intersecting streets between De Queen and Mena from and including Port Arthur to Oak. Deadline for application submission is Friday, October 18, 2019.

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Applications and Guidelines may be picked up at American Artisans, Mitchell's Computers, or Books & Stuf. The application form and guidelines will also be available on the Discover Downtown Facebook page; however, a paper copy must be submitted for consideration. These will be reimbursable grants that will be paid after the project is completed and paid invoices and proof of payment submitted. Grant award recipients will be notified by November 8. All projects must be complet-

ed with appropriate paperwork, photos, etc. submitted to Mena Downtown Partners no later than June 1, 2020. Rick Chrisman, president of the Downtown Partners, advises that this is another effort of the program to promote and revitalize downtown Mena. Chrisman notes that consulting experts from Main Street Arkansas have been meeting with interested downtown business or property owners regarding recommendations for building improvements.

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The Mena Basscats competed in the Trader Bills High School Bass tournament on Sunday. Austin Johnston and Cason Cannon took 2nd place in the Senior high division. The Basscats will be back in action next week end on lake Millwood. Photo submitted by Mena High School.

Congratulations to the Acorn High School Sr. Girls for being the 2A-4 District Golf Champions, the team consisted of Sophie Jackson, Gracie Hill, Ashlynn Bissell and Cherish Hill. Sophie and Gracie made All-Conference.

Mena Bearcats Suffer Loss to The No. 5 Ranked Ozark Hillbillies 14 - 0 The Mena Bearcats suffered their ﬁrst loss of the season and were held scoreless against conference rivals Ozark last Friday night at Bob Carver Mena Bearcats Stadium. The defense of both teams fought hard throughout the ﬁrst and second quarters and kept the score line 0-0 going into the second half of play. Possession changed hands several times with 5

interceptions between both teams in the ﬁrst half alone. When the whistle blew for the second half of play to begin, the gritty defensive play by both sides continued. The Mena offense couldn’t get across the goal line and the Hillbillies defense proved too much on the night. Mena allowed an Ozark touchdown in the 3rd quarter and another in the 4th and unfortunately for the

Bearcats the two touchdowns by Ozark sealed Mena’s ﬁrst loss of the season as they fell to the Hillbillies 14-0. Jayden Castillo led the impressive Mena defense with 12 tackles and is this weeks Comfort Center Home Furnishings player of the game. The Bearcats are now 3-1 going into this week’s game against the Pottsville Apaches. The Apaches are just the opposite of

Mena in win/loss with 1 win and 3 losses for the season so far coming off a 45-26 loss to Dardanell in conference play. Kickoff this Friday night is 7pm at Bearcat Stadium. You can catch all the action with announcers Phillip Wilson and Todd Aynes on Classic Hits 105.3FM.

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Louise Durham Elementary Holding a ‘Go Hog Wild’ Blood Drive [Mena, AR] ─ Go Hog Wild this football season when you give blood with Arkansas Blood Institute! Join Louise Durham Elementary School at a blood drive with Arkansas Blood Institute from 2 to 7 p.m., on Wednesday, October 2. Healthy adults*, age 16 and older, can make a life-saving difference for their fellow Arkansans by giving blood. Each blood donor will receive a collectors’ edition “Hog Wild” t-shirt. Students who bring a donor to the blood drive will receive a gift of “Galaxy Slime” “It’s obvious that we love our football here in Arkansas,” said Danny Cervantes, donor recruitment manager at Arkansas Blood Institute in the Fort Smith area. “But saving the lives of our neighbors and friends through blood donation is what really defines the spirit of our community.” Arkansas Blood Institute relies solely on volunteer blood donors to meet the needs of patients at more than 40 hospitals and medical facilities statewide. There is no substitute for blood, and the donation process takes about an hour. Blood can be

donated every 56 days. Platelets can be given as often as every seven days, up to 24 times a year. If donors opt not to take the t-shirt, funds will be given to Global Blood Fund, a 501(c) (3) charity organization helping to procure much-needed blood center supplies in developing countries.

Last week Holly Harshman 3rd Grade students enjoyed a hands-on approach and fun way to work through math problems. The Math/Science teachers, Mrs. Parsons, Mrs. White, and Mrs. Woodral, worked together to teach decompose/distributive properties via a series of stations: cooking, fishing, and performing surgery. All 120± 3rd grade students rotated through the three stations and experienced the fun side of math. Each gained a better understanding of breaking down multiplication problems into factors to assist in solving equations. Photos submitted by Holly Harshman Elementary.

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Weekly Publication THURSDAY, OCT. 3RD – • 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Humane Society of the Ouachitas is open at 368 Polk Road 50. • 10:00 a.m. – GriefShare will meet at the First Presbyterian Church, 904 Church Avenue in Mena. Open to anyone in the community who has experienced the recent death of a loved one. Call Pastor Bill 785-320-1652 or Serena 479-234-3419 for information. • 11:30 a.m. – Rotary Club of Mena/ Polk County meets at Papa’s Mexican Café. Contact Sue Cavner at (479)2345844 or Linda Rowe at (479)234-2575 for more info. • 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. – Good Vibes Art Day at the Mena Art Gallery. All mediums welcome, from fiber art, painting and crafting. Open to public. • 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. - The Cove Branch of the Polk County Library is open. • 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. – Salvation Army Family Store helps families with utilities. • 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. – LIVE Country & Gospel Music. Open to the public at the Daisy Room, Janssen Florist in downtown Mena. • 5:30 p.m. – Weight Watchers meets at Dallas Avenue Baptist Church Education Wing, West End. Call (479)234-2297 for more information. • 5:30 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous women’s meeting at the ABC Club at 1159 Highway 71 South., Mena. (479)2164606 or (479)243-0297. • 6:00 p.m. – Disabled American Veterans & Auxiliary Meeting and Potluck. Meeting follows dinner, American Legion at Veteran’s Park at Acorn. • 7:00 p.m. – Big Fork RVFD Business Meeting & Training will be at the Fire Station. • 7:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous at the ABC Club, 1159 Highway 71 South, Mena. (479)216-4606 or (479)243-0297. • 7:00 p.m. – Narcotics Anonymous meets at the old bus barn, next to The Crossing Church. • 7:00 p.m. – The Ink RVFD Business Meeting & Training will be at the community building. • 7:30 p.m. – Dallas Masonic Lodge #128 meets at the Mena Lodge located in the Old Post Office by Janssen Park. FRIDAY, OCT. 4TH – • 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. – Extension Homemakers Club Rummage & Bake Sale at the Education Building, Polk County Fairgrounds. All proceeds benefit EH community activities and programs.

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• 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Humane Society of the Ouachitas is open at 368 Polk Road 50. • 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. – Mena Regional Support Foundation, Inc, Annual Cookout & Employee Appreciation. Held at the MRHS Cafeteria. Everyone welcome! • 12:00 p.m. – The Lions Meetings are held in the Lions Club House on Highway 71 South. • 7:00 p.m. – Narcotics Anonymous meets at the old bus barn, next to The Crossing Church. • 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. – Hatfield Auditorium Country-Western Dance Admission is $6 and 50/50 drawing. • 8:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous at the ABC Club, 1159 Highway 71 South, Mena. (479)216-4606 or (479)243-0297. • 9:30 p.m. – Karaoke Contest at Fraternal Order of the Eagles, 3091 Hwy. 71 North. $5 Entry fee. Must be 21 years old. SATURDAY, OCT. 5TH – • 8:00 a.m. – 2: 00 p.m. – Extension Homemakers Club Rummage & Bake Sale at the Education Building, Polk County Fairgrounds. All proceeds benefit EH community activities and programs. • 10:00 a.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous Men’s Meeting – ABC Club, across form Chopping Block: 1159 Highway 71 South, Mena – (281)387-0400. • 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Humane Society of the Ouachitas is open at 368 Polk Road 50. • 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. – OctoberFestival held at St. Agnes Parish 203 W. 8th Street in Mena: kids games, grilled food, bingo, silent auction and country store. Everyone welcome. • 1:00 p.m. – There will be an M.S.A.A. Support Group meeting in Room 156 at UA-Rich Mountain. • 1:00 a.m – 3:00 p.m. – Tracing Your Arkansas Roots hosted by AR State Archives at 3877 AR Hwy 88 in Mena. Must reserve space/ticket purchase by noon on Friday Oct. 4th. • 2:00 p.m. – Female Fury Boxing Event at the First Baptist Church- 811 Port Arthur Ave. in Mena. Hosted by Defender’s Boxing Club, contact for more information if needed. • 5:00 p.m. – Dallas Valley Rural Volunteer Fire Dept. will host their annual business meeting and BBQ dinner. Meeting at Fire Station on Old Airport Rd (229 Polk 52). • 6:00 p.m. – PCVO Bingo at American Legion Building, Highway 71 North, Acorn. • 8:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous at the ABC Club, 1159 Highway 71 South,

Mena. (479)243-0297 or (479)216-4606. SUNDAY, OCT. 6TH – • 9:30 a.m. – Almond Church Sunday School followed by their Worship Service at 10:00 a.m. Come celebrate their 100 yr. old church that still rings the bell for Sunday service. Located at 634 Ladd Bridge Rd. in Gillham. • 2:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous at the ABC Club, 1159 Highway 71 South, Mena. (479)216-4606 or (479)243-0297. • 3:00 p.m. – Worship Service is held at Sulphur Springs Church. MONDAY, OCT. 7TH – • 12:00 – 5:00 p.m. – The Cove Branch Library will be open. • 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. – Mena Seventh Day Adventist Church Food Pantry at 149 Polk Road 43, across from Fairgrounds. Non-perishable food, personal care items, and nutritional help. Everyone will be served. • 6:00 p.m. – Polk County Fair & Rodeo meets at the Fairgrounds. • 6:00 p.m. – PCVO Bingo at American Legion Building, Highway 71 North, Acorn. • 6:30 p.m. – Boy Scouts of America Troop 92 meets at First United Methodist Church, Mena. Everyone is welcome. • 6:30 p.m. – Shady Grove RVFD Business and Training meeting. • 6:30 p.m. – Mountain Meadow Chapter #22 Order of The Eastern Star will meet for refreshments followed by their chapter meeting at 7:30 p.m. at The Mountain Meadow Masonic Lodge Hall in Hatfield • 7:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous at the ABC Club, 1159 Highway 71 South, Mena. (479)216-4606 or (479)243-0297. • 7:00 p.m. – Narcotics Anonymous meets at the old bus barn next to The Crossing Church. • 7:00 p.m. – Potter RVFD meeting at the Fire Station. • 7:00 p.m. – Acorn RVFD meeting will be at the Fire House. TUESDAY, OCT. 8TH – • 8:00 a.m. – The Reynolds Gardner Community Men’s Breakfast at the First United Methodist Church in Mena. • 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. The written portion of the drivers test will be given at the Morrow Street Housing Authority, and as long as road conditions are optimal the driving portion of the test will be given. • 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Polk County Family Mission is open in the 9th Street Ministries Building. • 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Humane Society of the Ouachitas is open at 368 Polk Road 50. • 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. – The Hatfield

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Branch Library will be open. • 5:00 p.m. – T.O.P.S. will meet in the Union Bank Community Room for weighins, followed by a meeting. • 6:00 p.m. – Home Front Warriors CMA Chapter 377 Bible Study at the Limetree Restaurant. Public is invited. • 6:00 p.m. – American Legion Post 18 Potluck Dinner, at Veteran’s Park in Acorn, with meeting to follow at 7 p.m. • 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. – Polk County Housing Authority Community Room LIVE Country and Gospel music. • 6:30 p.m. – Shady Fire and Rescue District 10 will meet at the Shady Community Center. • 7:00 p.m. – The Dallas Valley R.V.F.D. will meet for training at the Firehouse. • 7:00 p.m. – The Acorn Fire and Rescue will meet at the Fire Department. • 7:00 p.m. – Ross-Tunnell Post #249 will meet at the Wickes Community Center. • 8:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous meeting at First United Methodist Church, 9th & Port Arthur. (479)234-2887 or (479)234-3043. WEDNESDAY, OCT. 11TH – • 10:00 a.m. – 120th Anniversary Service at Trinity Lutheran Church on1010 DeQueen St. in Mena. Everyone welcome to celebrate with Pastor Rob Bacic. • 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. – Shepherd’s Closet open at First Baptist Church 4802 Hwy 71 S Hatfield, AR (870)389-6412. Accepting and distributing clothing/usable household items/and nonperishable food items. • 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Humane Society of the Ouachitas is open at 368 Polk Road 50. • 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Mena Art Gallery Art Group meeting. • 11:30 a.m. – MHS Class of ’59 will meet at Pizza Hut. • 12:00 p.m. - The Emergency Warning Sirens will be tested in Mena. • 12:00 p.m. – Polk County Retired Teachers will meet at Simple Simon. • 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. – The Polk County Library Cove Branch is open. • 12:00 p.m. – Quality of Life Outreach meeting at LaVilla Restaurant. • 5:30 p.m. – Dallas Avenue Baptist Church Bible Study Service. • 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. – Trek and Varsity for Middle and High School students at Grace Bible Church, 1911 Highway 71 North, Mena. All Area Middle and High School students are welcome. • 7:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous at the ABC Club, 1159 Highway 71 South, Mena. (479)216-4606 or (479)243-0297.

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- EVENTS Dallas Valley Fire Department - Annual Business Meeting and meal - Saturday, October 5, 2019 - 5:00 p.m. at the station. Everyone invited! T100219

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Local Fire Departments Participate in National Fire Fire Prevention Week The Mena Fire Department and other Polk County Fire Departments is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®)—the official sponsor of Fire Prevention Week for more than 90 years—to promote this year’s Fire Prevention Week campaign, “Not Every Hero Wears a Cape. Plan and Practice Your Escape!” The campaign works to educate everyone about the small but important actions they can take to keep themselves and those around them safe. NFPA statistics show that in 2017 U.S. fire departments responded to 357,000 home structure fires. These fires caused 2,630 fire deaths and 10,600 fire injuries. On average, seven people died in a fire in a home per day during 2012 to 2016. “These numbers show that home fires continue to pose a significant threat to safety,” said Lorraine Carli, NFPA’s vice president of Outreach and Advocacy. “In a typical home fire, you may have as little as

one to two minutes to escape safely from the time the smoke alarm sounds. Escape planning and practice can help you make the most of the time you have, giving everyone enough time to get out. While NFPA and the Mena Fire Department are focusing on home fires, these messages apply to virtually any location. “Situational awareness is a skill people need to use wherever they go,” said Chief Steve Egger. “No matter where you are, look for available exits. If the alarm system sounds, take it seriously and exit the building immediately.” The Mena Fire Department is hosting a series of events in support of this year’s Fire Prevention Week campaign, “Not Every Hero Wears a Cape. Plan and Practice Your Escape!”. For more general information about Fire Prevention Week and home escape planning, visit www.fpw.org.

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iCARE Star Employee Named for the Quarter...

Jennifer Maechler, MRHS Women’s Services RN was recently named the iCARE Star Employee of the Quarter. Jennifer was nominated by her fellow peers for her excellent work ethic, positive attitude, and willingness to assist when needed in other departments of the hospital. As the iCARE recipient, Jennifer received a personal framed certificate, her name on the iCARE Wall of Fame, reserved parking for the quarter, and a paid day off. To nominate an MRHS employee for the iCARE honor, visit www.menaregional.com/icare-nominations. Pictured from left: Amber Taylor, Women’s Services Director; Jennifer Maechler, iCARE recipient; Rick Billingsley, MRHS CNO; and Chandler Cox, HR Director. Photo submitted by MRHS.

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“Smoke Free” and well maintained. The cooking and heating in most apartments is natural gas which is paid by the housing authority. Water, sewer and garbage pick-up are also paid by the housing authority. You will be responsible for your own electric service. Rent amount is based on income. Lawn mowing service is provided to elderly/disabled residents and available for a fee to all other residents. Apartments have washer and dryer hook-up and are equipped with a range and refrigerator as well as central heat and air conditioning. PCHA also has an income based rental assistance program for housing anywhere in Polk County. or visit our website at www.polkarhousing.com

The Maintenance Department at Mena Regional Health System was recently named the iCARE Star Department of the Quarter. This amazing team exemplifies timeless, accurate service, positivity and pride in their daily tasks. Caring for the appearance of the grounds, maintenance needs of hospital and outpatient clinics, grilling for employee events, setting up for the Annual Health Fair, and construction of the Christmas float are just a few of the countless areas they prove their excellence in team work! Pictured from left: Rick Billingsley, CNO; Jay Quebedeaux, CEO; James Moody, Groundskeeper; Larry Bowles, Maint. Specialist; Ike DePriest, Maint. Specialist; Shawn Free, Director; and Chandler Cox, HR Director. Not Pictured: Don Dennis, Support Supervisor. Photo provided by MRHS.

Pump continued from page 1 They report the average state tax per gallon of regular gasoline is 23 cents per gallon and that the average gallon of gasoline in the US has 52 cents of tax attached to it.

The new law is also reliant on at least $35 million in expected revenues from casinos and registration fees on electric and hybrid vehicles, an increase of $200 per vehicle.

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