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What is your favorite thing / activity about Autumn?

« Antonio Bolton “Fishing.”

» Laura Smith “The color of the leaves.”

Wiener dogs race for the United Way Fall temperatures arrived a few days early and just in time for the Third Annual Dachshund Dash, El Dorado’s premier wiener dog race held Saturday morning, Sept. 21.

Following a pre-race parade featuring costumed dogs, 18 wiener dogs competed in the Dachshund Dash, the opening event of the United Way of Union

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‘Prisoners’ takes viewers through a dark maze of suspense Cole Clay

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If you have seen the trailer for the film “Prisoners,” you may have an idea of where the plot is going to lead.

But what you may not know is the depths to which FrenchCanadian director Denis Villeneuve (“Incendies,” 2010) will go to combine a character-driven drama with sheer suspense, while simultaneously posing thematic questions.

When Keller Dover’s (Hugh Jackman) daughter goes missing, he takes matters into his own hands as Detective Loki (Jake Gyllenhaal) attempts to track down the culprit himself. Each of these men pursues their own form justice and does what each believes is right.

Villeneuve is earnest in keeping the narrative puzzle moving at all times by tying all its suspects together with moments of despair, and each of these pieces are carefully connected by the themes of the film.

Prisoners » Release date: Sept. 20. » Run time: 153 min. » Rated: R for disturbing violent content including torture, and language throughout. » Director: Denis Villeneuve.

He wants to know what the definition of faith is to the characters and tests the lengths they will go to keep this ideal intact, even if that means forfeiting their humanity.

All of this might seem a little heavy-handed, but Villeneuve conveys this with such poise and elegance that you are able to keep a glimmer of hope even at the bleakest of times as you trudge through the same dark maze as the two protagonists.

The S at the end of the title is so important to this film because it

viction that this role requires of Jackman is astounding, highlighting the complexity of the character in a completely casual manner.

The 10-time Academy Award» Stars: Hugh Jackman, Jake Gyllenhaal, nominated cinematographer Roger Viola Davis, Maria Bello, Terrence Deakins (“Skyfall,” “Shawshank Howard, Melissa Leo, Paul Dano, Redemption”) centers you in the Dylan Minnette and Wayne Duvall. frigid and dreary setting by pacing the film with long stationary shots » RCC Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars. and using shadows that chill you right down to the core.

At two and a half hours “Prisoners” isn’t just the young girls who are held captive. Each of the charac- doesn’t spare any scene as a throwters is consumed or imprisoned by away, as you witness the crumbling someone or something, whether it’s hopes of the families and the diligent Dover becoming a prisoner himself but seemingly futile work of Loki. to capture his daughter’s abducVilleneuve’s skill as a masterful tor or Detective Loki’s obsession director will have you in need of a with his profession (which is dis- long walk to ponder what you have played impeccably when you get just witnessed. a glimpse of Gyllenhaal’s lonely, Red Carpet Crash provides review writtwitching eyes). ing on films, DVDs and television; news Jackman shows that he is a masand updates on all things entertainment; ter of his craft with this role, comand the occasional free stuff. ing full circle in terms of his Find RCC at www.redcarpetcrash.com or facebook.com/RedCarpetCrash. versatility. The amount of con-

AdoptMe Pet adoptions are available at the Union County Animal Protection Society shelter, 1000 Sunset Road, El Dorado. UCAPS’s hours are noon to 5 p.m.

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When cosigner dies, the estate is responsible for lingering debt

DAVE Says

Unemployed: While it can be difficult to maintain stability after losing a job, it is possible to stay on track by prioritizing spending, comparing options and managing stress, as well as seeking outside support. — Courtesy photo

Maintaining stability after job loss is challenging but possible flexible spending categories such as food and entertainment, and to look for ways to reduce or eliminate unLITTLE ROCK — Arkansas, necessary spending. More tips for like many other parts of the country, reorganizing a household budget has seen its share of downsizing. can be found in the Extension fact A job loss can be traumatic for sheet, “Living Resourcefully with the worker and his or her family, Reduced Income.” but there are a few actions to take to cope, said Laura Connerly, as- Compare payment options. sistant professor for the UniverExplore different ways to pay sity of Arkansas System Division credit card debt. Use the online calof Agriculture. culator at www.powerpay.org to find “Companies often provide resourc- the best strategy for you. Connerly es immediately after the layoff but also suggests staying on top of curthe greatest financial struggles seem rent debt while not accruing any adto hit a few months down the road,” ditional debt. she said. “Those are the times you “Contact the creditor anytime you have to be most prepared for.” are unable to make a payment,” she Here are three steps to help consaid. “Companies may offer lower sumers respond to income loss: payment options if they know you are really in a bind. As much as posReorganize and prioritize sible, be careful not to take on any expenses. more debt during this financially “Make a written list of all ex- vulnerable time.” penses, and even if you think you have a good idea of your monthly Manage stress. outgo, making a written list will re“Job loss can be stressful,” Conveal places you can cut costs,” Con- nerly said. “You may not be making nerly said. “Fixed expenses, such as your best financial decisions when car payments, don’t give you any you’re overwhelmed by stress. It’s wiggle room.”

LOSS continued on Page 4 She advises focusing efforts in Cooperative Extension Service U of A System Division of Agriculture

Dear Dave, My father co-signed for my niece’s student loans, and recently he passed away. My mom didn’t balance the register. sign for the loans, but would she Here’s an example: be held responsible now?

A few years ago we were remod— Denise eling our home. My wife and I opened a separate checking account Dear Denise, and put all of our remodeling monI’m really sorry to hear about ey in there. It was easier to keep your dad. But no, your mom is not the money separate, but we both on the hook for the loans. Your had access and were involved in dad’s estate could be held respon- the account. sible though.

Understand, this wasn’t a “his” When you die, what you own and “hers” arrangement. It was stands good for what you owe. So merely for the purposes of keepanything he owned – perhaps his ing our everyday activities sepaand your mother’s home – would rate from the remodeling budget. have to stand good for it. This When you get married the preacher means that while your mom isn’t proclaims you as one. That means liable, the student loan would have throughout life and everything into be cleared as if it were a normal volved, including your finances! debt in order for your mom to keep, — Dave free and clear, any of the stuff your dad owned.

Dear Dave, There’s another possibility, also.

What’s your opinion on buying a Federally insured student loans house on a land contract? do not count against your estate — Keith when you die. If you pass away or become permanently disabled, the Dear Keith, loan is forgiven. I believe that’s I would never, under any circumtrue for co-signers as well, but stances, ever buy a property on a make sure you check into the situ- land contract. ation carefully. We’re talking about In some places this kind of thing is the federal government, and they called a “contract for deed,” but the don’t usually operate in the realm problem is you don’t have the deed. of common sense!

The property is not in your name.

— Dave You could easily run into a situation where you’ve paid the balance Dear Dave, down for 10 years, then the guy I’m getting married soon, and you’re paying gets into a car wreck we plan to open a joint check- or another kind of financial trouble ing account. Keeping a register and someone slaps a $500,000 lien accurately will be difficult be- against the property that’s supposed cause I travel two weeks out of to be yours. every month.

Don’t pay for property that isn’t in Do you have any suggestions for your name, Keith. Land contracts, keeping track of things, or should or contracts for deed, are dangerous we just rely on online access for the buyer and just plain stupid! to the account?

— Dave — Ed Dear Ed, I would set up a second checking account, one to which you both have access, that’s only for travel.

Giving you both access allows you to track what you do and her to see what’s going on and act as your backup when it comes time to

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Area students invited to enter writing contest SouthArk’s literary magazine, Writers’ Ink, now accepting submissions from Union County high school students

Entries are being sought for the creative-writing contest that is the basis of the South Arkansas Community College literary magazine Writers’ Ink. The contest is open to all Union County high-school students, and 18 cash prizes will be awarded in three literary genres: poetry, essays and short fiction. Firstplace winners in each category in both a junior division (ninth and 10th grade) and senior division (11th and 12th grade) will receive $100, second-place winners $75 and third-place winners $50.

The winning manuscripts will

be published in the spring in the 17th volume of the magazine along with other entries selected by a panel of SouthArk judges. Student authors will receive free copies of the magazine and award certificates.

The deadline for submitting entries is Feb. 21, 2014. Students who wish to enter should contact their English teachers for more information. Home-schooled students are invited to submit manuscripts by enlisting high-school English teachers in Union County to serve as their sponsors.

A complete set of contest rules,

submission requirements and editorial guidelines are available on the college’s website at www.southark.edu/writersink, where students and teachers also can find creative-writing advice, topics and assignments.

The contest will culminate in the distribution of the new magazine and the cash prizes at the annual awards ceremony in April of next year.

The English faculty at SouthArk began the magazine in 1998 to encourage creative writing in area schools and to provide a showcase for student writers.

Union County’s 4-H seeking new members The Union County 4-H clubs are currently organizing and seeking new members and volunteers within the county.

“The 4-H mission is to provide opportunities for youth to acquire knowledge, develop life skills and practice behavior that will enable them to become self-directing, productive and contributing members of society,” said Cynthia Ford, Union County 4-H program assistant.

The 4-H membership and project work provide opportunities for youth to serve in leadership and community service roles, compete in competitive activities, attend camps and earn educational scholarships.

Youth develop important life skills through participation in at least one of 150-plus project areas, Ford said.

“Many people think 4-H is only cows, plows and cooking, but there are many unique opportunities available through 4-H,” she said. “Projects range from gardening, consumer economics, robotics, animal science, leadership and environmental stewardship – just to name a few areas.”

Sponsored by the University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture, 4-H is an education program open to all youth between the ages of 5 to 19.

Youth do not have to live on a farm nor have animals to be a member. As well, there are no membership dues to be a part of the program.

According to Ford, both parents and students enjoy what the program can offer.

“Youth have fun at 4-H activities and meetings, and the parents like 4-H because it teaches responsibility, organization and leadership,” she said.

The following is a current list of Union County 4-H clubs, along with the location: » Norphlet 4-H meets the first Monday of each month at 3:45 p.m. at Norphlet Elementary School, located at 600 School St. in Norphlet. » Faircrest 4-H meets the first Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at Mt. Union Baptist Church, located at 653 Mt. Union Road in El Dorado. » 4-H Saddle Club meets the first Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. at St. Paul’s Methodist Church, located at 700 West Eighth St. in El Dorado.

» CenterPoint 4-H meets the second Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. in the First Financial Bank building, located off of the square in downtown El Dorado at 214 North Washington. » 4-H Sewing Club meets the third Monday of each month at 3:30 p.m. in the Union County Extension office, located in suite 101 at 307 American Road in El Dorado. » 4-H Teen Leader Club meets the third Monday of each month at 6 p.m. in the Union County Extension office, located in suite 101 at 307 American Road in El Dorado. » Washington 4-H meets the third Tuesday of each month at 3:15 p.m. at Washington Middle School’s cafeteria, located at 601 Martin Luther King Blvd. in El Dorado. » El Dorado High 4-H meets the fourth Monday of each month at 3:15 p.m. at El Dorado High School, located at 2000 Wildcat Drive in El Dorado.

For more information or to organize a club in your community, contact the Union County Cooperative Extension Service office at 870.814.1916 or email Ford at ccford@uaex.edu.

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difficult to think clearly when feeling stressed out. Take time to do the things that are necessary to lower your stress level.”

She recommended following a healthy diet, exercising and maintaining good sleep habits to reduce stress levels, as well as enjoying the support of family and friends.

Also don’t be hesitant to seek outside resources when needed, Connerly said.

To learn more, order or download a free copy of the Extension workbook – “Managing Stress: Turning Challenges into Blessings.”

The Cooperative Extension Service offers free publications for consumers who are responding to income loss. “Living Resourcefully with Reduced Income” and “Managing Stress” are available from the Union County Extension office or via the UAEX website at www.uaex.edu.

More information about managing home finances can also be found at www.arfamilies.org/ money.htm or by contacting the Union County Extension office at 870.864.1916.

The Cooperative Extension Service is part of the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture.

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History banquet to provide humorous journey through history of Louisiana politics The South Arkansas Historical Edwards, as well as serving as counFoundation’s “Keeping History sel to the Louisiana Tax Commission.

Alive” awards banquet is scheduled Jones is the recipient of the Harvey for 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 15 at the Peltier Award from Nicholls State El Dorado Conference Center, locat- University (2000). ed at 311 South West Ave. Using music and huin El Dorado. morous stories Jones will Longtime friend and take the attendees on a confidant of the Longs, tour through mid-20th Louisiana’s political dycentury Louisiana polinasty, Theodore “Ted” tics. The banquet will also Jones will serve as this feature the annual preyear’s keynote speaker. sentation of the John AbHuey Long, the founder bott Award for Historical of this political dynasty, Preservation. campaigned heavily for Tickets cost $100 per Arkansas Sen. Hattie Jones person and tables of eight Caraway in 1932. are available for $800.

Jones’s presentation Tickets sales are limited and can will incorporate campaign music from the days of Earl Long and be obtained by calling the South Arkansas Historical Foundation ofJimmie Davis.

Jones served as chief of staff fice at 870.862.9890 or via email at for Congressman Speedy Long in stef@soarkhistory.com.

All of the funds raised are used 1965 and worked as special counsel to Sen. Russell Long’s Medicare to preserve the Newton House Museum and support the many research team.

Over the years he has worked for educational programs sponsored Govs. John McKeithen and Edwin by the SAHF.

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El Dorado goes ‘All In’ South Arkansas is going “all in” for the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure with a local registration point this year.

Sponsored by El Dorado Campfire Group No. 9, the Race for the Cure South Arkansas Registration will take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 28 at Shelly’s Shoes Etc., located at 115 North Jefferson in El Dorado.

The event will include refreshments and door prizes.

Organizer Cathe Talpas said the benefit of the local registration point is expediency. Participants

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will be able to register and receive their packets and T-shirt for the race as soon as they register, as opposed to handling the registration process through the mail.

“We hope this eases the registration process in Little Rock and here, and we hope we will draw more interest from our area,” Talpas said.

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Boomtown Classic brings college football to El Dorado College football is headed back to El Dorado this fall when the Arkansas Tech University Wonder Boys meet the Henderson State University Reddies on the gridiron, according to Boomtown Classic chairman Matthew Shepherd.

The Great American Conference game will kick off at 3 p.m. on Oct. 19 at El Dorado’s Memorial Stadium. It will be the centerpiece event of a weekend filled with football entertainment for students, alumni and fans from around the state.

“Fans should expect to see a great college football game and experience game day right here in El Dorado,” Shepherd said.

The Boomtown Classic began four years ago with a matchup between the South Arkansas University Muleriders and the University of Arkansas-Monticello Boll Weevils to celebrate both schools’ centennial years. Chaired by Bob Risor, the event became an instant triumph, Shepherd said.

“We can credit the hard work of the city of El Dorado, our volunteers and our sponsors, including title sponsor Murphy USA, with making this event such a resounding success,” he added.

Murphy USA’s sponsorship enables the Boomtown Classic organizers to take the event to another level by transforming the stadium grounds into a full game-day experience complete with food, games and tailgating.

The 2012 GAC champion Reddies team includes eight All-Great American Conference players, including Kevin Rodgers, GAC Offensive Player of the Year. Coach Scott Maxfield said the Boomtown Classic is a great opportunity to introduce another region of the state to the Reddie football program.

“It’s a chance as a coach to sell your program and we’re going to be able to bring our whole team down to sell it,” he said. “Everybody will

Booming Battle: On Oct. 19 the Henderson State University Reddies will face off against the Arkansas Tech Wonder Boys during the annual Boomtown Classic in El Dorado.

Reddies coach Scott Maxfield (left) and Wonder Boys coach Raymond Monica (right) both said they are looking forward to the Boomtown Classic. — Courtesy photo

be able to hopefully come to the game and see the product that we put on the field and maybe get some kids excited about being a Henderson State Reddie.”

Bringing new leadership to the 2013 Wonder Boys team, coach Raymond Monica agreed that the Boomtown Classic provides a lot of exposure to an area known for producing good football players.

“You get a lot of recognition from the state of Arkansas, and a lot of little different because it’s a classic.”

Monica added that he anticipates a high school players know about the game,” Monica said. “Every game’s rousing experience on game day. important but I think this one’s a “El Dorado does a great job with

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this game,” Monica said, “so it ought to be an exciting atmosphere.”

From the battle on the gridiron as the Reddies head off against the Wonder Boys to the continued battle for supremacy between the schools’ marching bands at halftime, the 2013 Boomtown Classic will offer the complete college football experience.

Ticket outlets will be announce at a later date. More information about the annual Boomtown Classic can be obtained by contacting The Diamond Agency at tda@arkansas.net or by calling 870.862.1010.

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Champions shine at 2013 Union County Fair Many local FFA (Future Farmers of America) and 4-H members put in many hours throughout the year to raise and exhibit an animal for the Union County Fair Junior Livestock Show and Sale.

The 39th annual Junior Livestock Show winners comprised: » Horse Show winners included: Hunter Ramsey, Champion Stock Gelding; Taylor Greer, Reserve Champion Gelding; Michael Collier, Champion Stock Mare; and Jordan Nelson, Reserve Champion Mare. High Point overall winners included Senior Cody Ramsey, Junior Jordan Nelson and Cloverbud Luke Robertson.

Nexan AmerCable sponsored the class awards and VFW Post 2413 of El Dorado sponsored the High Point Award buckles. » Beef Cattle awards went to: Christen Talley, Champion Prospect Steer; Drake Moudy, Champion Market Steer; Hannah McDonald, Reserve Champion Market Steer and Reserve Champion Bull (Hereford); Jordan Nelson, Champion Bull (Angus); John Dillard, Champion Registered Heifer (Shorthorn) and Champion Commercial (Unregistered) Heifer; Vatalanie McDonald, Reserve Champion Heifer (Hereford); and Ashlyn Hamaker, Reserve

Champion Commercial Heifer. » Swine (Pigs) winners included: Kalin Key, Champion Prospect Pig; Kelly Graves, Reserve Champion Prospect Pig; Kendall Key, Champion Market (200 or better) Hog; Hunter Hanry, Reserve Champion Market Hog; Michelle Spears, Champion Registered Gilt; Brooke Roden, Champion Commercial Gilt (Unregistered); and Landon Darden, Reserve Champion Commercial Gilt. » Goat awards went to: Piper Peterson, Champion Non-Sale Goat and Reserve Champion Full-Blood Doe (Breeding Female); Ciarra Pharr, Reserve Champion Non-Sale Goat; Aubrey Hargett, Champion Market Goat and Reserve Champion Percentage Doe; Breanna Hargis, Reserve Champion Market Goat; John Dillard, Champion Full-Blood Doe and Reserve Champion Spring Buck; Elizabeth Dison, Champion Percentage Doe; Hunter Hanry, Champion Commercial Doe and Reserve Champion Commercial Doe; Kennedy Peterson, Champion Spring Buck (Male); and Mallory Pyron, Champion Dairy Goat. » Sheep winners included: Hailey Talley, Champion Prospect Lamb; Anna Frugé, Champion Non-Sale

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The 2013 Race for the Cure will take place on Oct. 19, beginning at 6 a.m. on Fourth and Arch streets in downtown Little Rock. Registration costs $35 for competitive runners, and $25 for the 5K Run/Walk and the Family 2K Fun Walk/Run. An additional $1 will be charged for those who register online, and registration increases by another $5 on race day.

Each participant will receive a race T-shirt and bib. Competitive runners will also receive a timing chip. Survivors will receive a complimentary pink cap and pink survivor T-shirt.

Men can go all in with the Three Miles of Men for $25 ($26 for online registrants). The Three Miles of Men allows men to show their support for the race by lining the race course and cheering the race participants on. Each participant will receive a Three Miles of Men T-shirt and an invitation to the 3MOM Tailgate Party, which will take place on Friday, Oct. 4 at the Diamond Bear Brewing Company in Little Rock.

This year marks the 20th anniversary for Race for the Cure. Last year, the Arkansas affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure raised nearly $2 million, with $1.1 million going to local organizations in Arkansas and $400,000 going to national research and programs, according to Mike Gavigan, the

first male chairman for Komen Arkansas Race for the Cure.

Gavigan extended his thanks to Campfire Group No. 9 for bringing a local registration point to El Dorado.

The local Campfire group’s 10 members are not far removed from the reaches of breast cancer.

From those who suffered the loss of a loved one to breast cancer to those who have reached out to help raise awareness, the high school juniors have invested their efforts into this service project.

“Thank you Campfire Group No. 9,” Gavigan said. “You are seizing the opportunity to spread the word.”

The Susan G. Komen foundation began in 1982 when Nancy Brinker made good on a promise to her sister, Susan G. Komen, that she would do everything in her power to end breast cancer forever.

The Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure series includes nearly 150 events on five continents and involves more than 1.5 million participants every year. The organization guarantees that 75 percent of funds raised from these 5K events stays in the local communities to fund education, screening and treatment while the remaining amount funds research.

To date, the organization has invested more than $2.2 billion in research and life-saving community programs.

For more information about race day, visit komenarkansas.org.

Little-known state politician had a big impact on Arkansas politics Ken Bridges

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William M. Fishback helped write two state constitutions and was once governor; yet he is one of the lesser-known figures in the history of the state.

Fishback was born in Virginia in 1831. He graduated from the University of Virginia in 1855 and briefly taught school while he studied law. In 1857, the newlyminted lawyer left Virginia and eventually found his way to the Fort Smith area to practice law.

In 1861, he was elected the Sebastian County delegate to the

secession convention. At the convention in April, he voted against secession. But after the fall of Fort Sumter and President Abraham Lincoln’s calls for troops a short time later, he reversed his vote in the next session. In spite of this, Fishback remained a Unionist.

He moved to Missouri to edit a Unionist newspaper and returned to Arkansas to start his own newspaper in 1863. As a Unionist government began reorganizing, Fishback worked to write a new state constitution. The new legislature chose him to be one of the state’s U.S. senators in 1864, but the Senate refused to allow him to

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In 1874, he was elected as a delegate to the state’s next constitutional convention, helping write the document now in use. He was elected to the state legislature a number of times in the 1870s and 1880s, but he lost several runs for governor and U.S. Senate.

In 1892, Fishback was elected governor. He accomplished little

in his one term, save for his work with levee projects in eastern Arkansas and his enthusiastic efforts to change the image of Arkansas around the nation. Instead of running for re-election in 1894, he concentrated on an ill-fated run for U.S. Senate. After his term in office ended, he quietly returned to Forth Smith to practice law until his death in 1903.

Organized in the 1970s, the South Arkansas Historical Foundation has been dedicated to educating the public about Arkansas’s rich history for over 30 years. The SAHF offices are located at 422 North Jackson in El Dorado. For more information, about SAHF call 870.862.9890.

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Advocating for children

Court-appointed special advocates provide service to area juveniles When we hear a terrible story of abuse or neglect about a child it should make all of us stop and think: “What could I have done to have helped prevent this tragedy?”

We can’t be on the lookout for every suspicious sign of abuse or neglect for every child in our community, but we can be more attentive than we are. “See something, say something” shouldn’t just pertain to terrorism but also to the terror that our children might face at the hands of an abuser.

For people who want to make a big difference in the life of vulnerable children but lack the time and intense commitment to become foster parents – a noble calling that everyone should consider – there’s the option of becoming a court-appointed special advocate. CASA volunteers stand by children through court proceedings to protect their rights and ensure that they have safe, permanent homes. Most times the CASA volunteer is the only stable, constant, caring adult in the child’s life.

The 13th South CASA needs your help ensuring that every child who enters the juvenile court system, by no fault of their own, is receiving the valuable services they need. We will train you and offer valuable support after your training.

Yes, there will be hard times, but nothing worth doing is ever without them; and at the end of the day knowing you’ve had a positive impact and made a difference in a child’s life makes it worth it.

For more information on becoming a court-appointed special advocate, contact the 13th South CASA at 870.862.2272 or visit the nonprofit online at 13southcasa.com.

Union United is a section showcasing the news and happenings of the 14 nonprofit partner agencies of the United Way of Union County.

For more information, call 870.862.4903 or visit the website at www.uwucar.org.

100% of your contribution stays right here in Union County!

United Way of Union County partner agencies include: » American Red Cross » Boy Scouts of America » Boys and Girls Club » Camp Fire USA » CASA (Court-Appointed Special Advocates) » Community Living Arrangements

» Girl Scouts » HOPE Landing » Literacy Council » Salvation Army » Single-Parent Scholarship Fund » South Arkansas Developmental Center for Children and Families » South Arkansas Fights AIDS » Turning Point.

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for our local nonprofits,” Alexander said. “In today’s economic clicontinued from Page 1 mate, these services provided by County’s Campaign Kick Off. Ac- our partner agencies have become cording to United Way executive di- even more important to our friends rector Alexis Alexander, more than a and neighbors.”

The United Way of Union County fundraiser, the event is a “fun” raiser is one of the community’s strongest designed to raise awareness of the organizations, Alexander added. Its campaign with a $1 million goal and member agencies served more than to let the community learn more about United Way’s 14 local nonprofit 30,000 residents last year and continue to work toward enhancing the partner agencies.

“A community-wide kick off is a quality of life in Union County.

For more information, contact great way to raise awareness, and much-needed additional funding, United Way at 870.862.4903.

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COMMUNITY calendar

» CAMDEN’s 45th annual BPW BARN SALE — The 45th Annual BPW Barn Sale will feature handcrafted traditional and contemporary arts and crafts from more than 180 vendors and artists from across the nation. Set among an historic southern plantation setting, the sale will feature live music; southern food vendors; the Antique and Classic Car Show; Kids’ Zone with rock climbing walls and blowups; and festival traditions such as the Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast, 5K Run and St. Louis Catholic Church Spaghetti Supper.

When: Saturday, Sept. 28 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Where: Downtown Camden along Oakland and Monticello streets Contact: For more information, visit www.bpwbarnsalw.org or call Diane Atchison at 870.574.4560.

» FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF CALION’S REVIVAL — First Baptist Church of Calion will hold “It’s Time for an Awakening,” a time of fellowship and spiritual awakening.

The event will feature evangelist and author Frank Shelton, and worship services will be lead by Christian recording artist and songwriter Cliff Preston.

When: Sept. 29 through Oct. 2 – Sunday at 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m.; MondayWednesday at 7 p.m.

Where: First Baptist Church, Main Street, Calion Contact: For more information, go online to the First Baptist Church of Calion’s event page on Facebook at http://on.fb.me/1azJAXa. » SAAC HOLIDAY PRODUCTION AUDITIONS — The South Arkansas Arts Center will hold auditions for the

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upcoming holiday production of “A 1940s Radio Christmas Carol,” scheduled to run from Nov. through Dec. 8.

SAAC is looking for six male actors, age 17 and up, and three female actors, age 19 and up, as well as two additional roles that can be either gender, age 17 and up. Although the play is a musical, dancing is not required.

When: Monday, Sept. 30 and Tuesday, Oct. 1 – Registration begins at 5:30 with auditions beginning at 6 p.m.

Where: South Arkansas Arts Center lobby, 110 East Fifth St., El Dorado Contact: For more information about auditions, contact the SAAC office at 870.862.5474 or visit saac-arts.org for a complete listing of roles available.

» WALK ACROSS ARKANSAS REGISTRATION — Registration for the fall 2013 edition of Walk Across Arkansas is now open. The eightweek challenge encourages Arkansans to walk as many minutes as they can between Sept. 30 and Nov. 24.

Participants need to collect a team of between two and 10 people; select a team captain and team name; and set a personal goal and track the individual team members’ progress.

When: Sept. 30 through Nov. 24 Where: Arkansas Contact: For more instructions and registration information, go online to http://bit.ly/1a2Ahii. » FALL REVIVAL CHOIR REHEARSALS — The Dr. Frank Ray Revival Choir rehearsals are now open. All choir members are welcome.

Dr. Derik H. Slaton will serve as facilitator. The Frank Ray Revival Choir will perform nightly at the Fall Revival in El Dorado Oct. 2-4.

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Where: Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church, 2506 North College Ave, El Dorado Contact: For more information, contact Dr. Derik Slaton at 318.255.5285 or Antonio Davis at 870.807.2043. » EL DORADO HOSTS FALL REVIVAL — Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church, under the direction of the Rev. Felton Burgie, will host the Fall Revival. The revival will be led by Dr. Frank E. Ray, pastor of New Salem Missionary Baptist Church of Memphis, Tenn., and will feature the Frank Ray Revival Choir.

When: Oct. 2-4 at 7 p.m. nightly Where: Municipal Auditorium, 100 West Eighth St., El Dorado Contact: For more information, contact the Rev. Felton Burgie at 870.312.1730 or Antonio Davis at 870.807.2043. » LOCAL LITERARY MAGAZINE SUBMISSIONS — Submissions are being sought for Between the Lines, the literary magazine of South Arkansas Community College. Stories, poetry and essays submitted by writers 18 years and older who live in Ashley, Bradley, Chicot, Union or Calhoun counties; or Union, Claiborne or Webster parishes in Louisiana; are invited to participate. A panel of judges will determine which works will be published. Selected writers will receive two copies of the magazine and be invited to participate in a public reading. Submissions may be edited at the discretion of the publication editor.

Deadline: Manuscripts are due by Oct. 4 by emailing Scott Larkin at slarkin@southark.edu.

Contact: For more information, contact Larkin at 870.862.8131 ext. 223. » NATURE NIGHTS — On the second Thursday of each month, the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission and South Arkansas Community College’s Corporate and Community Education will team up to offer Nature Nights, a series for the entire family. The program is free and open to the public. Space is limited, so registration is requested.

Program: Discover Ducks. Participants will paint a decoy duck to take home.

When: Thursday, Oct. 10 at 6 p.m.

Where: Arkansas Welcome Center, Highway 167 South, El Dorado Contact: For more information or to register, contact CCE at 870.864.7192. » LI’L WILD ONES — On the second Saturday of each month, the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission and the Arkansas Museum of Natural Resources will team up to offer Li’l WILD Ones, a 90-minute program offering interactive, hands-on outdoor activities that will immerse participants in the environment of South Arkansas. The program is free and open to children in kindergarten through fifth grade. Space is limited, so registration is requested.

Program: Where are the Night Animals? Participants will learn the difference between nocturnal and diurnal animals and why both are important to the environment.

When: Saturday, Oct. 12 at 10 a.m.

Where: Arkansas Museum of Natural Resources, 3853 Smackover Highway, Smackover Contact: For more For more information or to register, contact CCE at 870.864.7192.

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WEEKLY RECIPE Cap off a meal with dessert that packs a flavorful punch Dessert is a great way to cap off a tasty meal.

Flavorful desserts can turn a good meal into a great one, and the following recipe for “Chocolate-Covered Salt-Sopped Cherries” from Mark Betterman’s “Salt Block Cooking” (Andrews McMeel) combines the potent flavor of cherries with the beloved taste of salt.

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Makes 12 candies » 2 4x8 2-inch salt blocks » 12 large sweet cherries,

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pitted » 1/4 cup sugar » 6 ounces semisweet chocolate, finely chopped

Chill the salt blocks in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or up to several days. Remove the blocks from the refrigerator and put one of them on a baking sheet that will catch any drips from the cherries.

Space the cherries evenly in a single layer on the block.

Carefully place the other block squarely on top so that it balances evenly on all of the cherries. Set aside until the cherries are lightly compressed, 3 to 6 hours. As the fruit cures, it will lose about 50 percent of its water, concentrating the cherry flavor. Remove the cherries from the blocks, wipe the blocks clean and return to the refrigerator. Remove any lingering moisture from the cherries with paper towels, and then toss in a bowl with the sugar. Set aside for 1 hour.

Put half of the chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl. Cover the bowl and microwave at full power 90 seconds. Stir until smooth. Remove from the heat, and stir the remaining half of the chocolate into the melted chocolate until the mixture is completely melted and smooth.

Remove the salt blocks from the refrigerator. Lift the cherries from the sugar and pat dry. Dip the cherries, one at a time, in the chocolate and remove with a fork, allowing excess chocolate to drip back into the bowl. Put the dipped cherry on the chilled salt block; repeat with the remaining cherries and chocolate. Set aside until the chocolate is completely hard. Serve within 24 hours.

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Lamb; Lacy Rowland, Champion Market Lamb; Christen Talley, Reserve Champion Market Lamb and Reserve Champion Registered Ewe (Female); and Austin Frugé, Champion Registered Ewe. » Poultry awards went to: Garrett Williamson, Champion Large Bird; Cooper Smith, Champion Bantam; Kameron Nichols, Reserve Champion Bantam; Michael Collier, Champion Pen of Poultry Chain Pullets; and Reneé Jorgensen, Reserve Champion Pen of Poultry Chain Pullets. » Rabbit winners included: Lacey Rowland, Best of Show; and Lauren May, Best Opposite.

The FFA and 4-H programs are designed to teach members leadership qualities that will benefit them in any career they may choose. The animal projects help teach the meaning of responsibility, hard work and the basics of running a small business.

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those deemed to be of market quality and readiness, to be auctioned at the Junior Livestock Sale.

The 39th annual Junior Livestock Sale was sponsored by the El Dorado Chamber of Commerce, Lion Oil and Evers Electric. According to Chamber president and CEO Henry Florsheim, the Chamber has supported the sale for nearly 40 years.

“The sale [is] a program that teaches participating students not only how to raise an animal for market, but also valuable life skills such as time management, responsibility, leadership, public relations and fiscal management,” Florsheim said.

Robin Bridges, of the Union County Cooperative Extension Service, noted that the members were thankful for those individuals and businesses that supported them through sponsorships during the fair and the Junior Livestock Sale.

“The success of youth is always measured in terms of adults and communities that care,” he added.

Champions: (clockwise) Aubrey Hargett wins Champion Market Goat; Kendall Key wins Champion Market Hog; Drake Moudy wins Champion Market Steer; and Lacey Rowland wins Champion Market Lamb. — Courtesy photos

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