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Annual SouthArk Outdoor Expo slated for Saturday, Sept. 13 The annual SouthArk Outdoor Expo, presented by the South Arkansas Community College Foundation, is set for Sept. 13 at the El Dorado Conference Center on the college’s campus.

The full-day event has activities for all ages, entertainment and various competitions for cash and prizes.

“The SouthArk Outdoor Expo is a great community and college event,” event chair Greg Withrow said. “We are proud and honored that new title sponsor Apex Redi-Mixed Concrete is on board. They are dedicated to education and providing support to our community.”

The day starts with the Nexans Amercable Hero 5K Run-Walk. Teams in the Herring Furniture-Holland Grill Rib Cook-Off also will begin early in the morning. An outdoor photography contest and the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission Duck-Calling Contest also are part of the day’s activities.

The El Dorado Conference Center will house vendors. The grounds will have the Arkansas

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Medical Center of South Arkansas to unveil new ER tomorrow, Aug. 28 Medical Center of South Arkansas will host a virtual tour, ribbon cutting and reception tomorrow, Aug. 28 to unveil its newly renovated emergency department.

More than $3 million was invested in the ED, which served more than 19,000 patients last year.

The redesign incorporated input from physicians and nurses to enhance privacy, comfort and technology, according to Kyle Swift, MCSA CEO. “Our emergency department is ready to meet the emergent needs of our South Arkansas communities, from heart attack and stroke to trauma and critically injured or ill patients,” Swift said. “Our responsibility is not only to offer high-quality care today, but also to anticipate the needs our community will need in the future and prepare for them before they arise.

This renovation considered those needs carefully and will be able to serve the needs of our patients for years to come.”

Private patient rooms are larger and incorporate new technology.

Families will also have access to a private consultation room to meet with physicians. A licensed level-three trauma center, MCSA enhanced its ability to respond

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‘When the Game Stands Tall’ avoids being preachy, aims to inspire Derek DiCiccio Red Carpet Crash

There are approximately 3,000 sports-themed movies in which the underdog rises up to beat the big bad bully.

But what happens when the bully gets knocked off his perch?

Even more so, how does that bully respond after a loss that ends a 151game win streak?

In a bit of a refreshing look, that is what “When the Game Stands Tall” does. This “based on real events” movie looks at the De La Salle High School football team’s response to not only losing a football game, but overcoming a tragedy that transcends sports and absolutely floors an entire community.

It’s not often that a sports movie about a team on a winning streak begins with the last win in that streak. “When the Game Stands Tall” opens with head coach Bob Ladouceur (Jim Caviezel) and his Spartans finishing off a state title and dealing with the pressures of an unfathomable win streak. It soon becomes clear that next year’s team is not going to be near as good as the previous; something even outgoing seniors, such as Cam Colvin (Ser-arius Blain) and T.K. Kelly

When the Game Stands Tall The journey of legendary football coach Bob Ladouceur, who took the De La Salle High School Spartans from obscurity to a 151-game winning streak, shattering all records for any American sport. » Release date: Aug. 22. » Run time: 115 min.

(Stephan James), can see.

Before the team can even get together for their first spring practice, tragedy strikes in several ways.

Ladouceur has health problems, leaving his longtime assistant head coach, Terry Eidson (Michael Chiklis), leading the team. It also upsets Ladouceur’s son, Danny (Matthew Daddario), who was looking forward to his father coaching him in his senior season.

If that wasn’t enough, there is an act of disgusting, pointless violence that takes someone’s life. As De La Salle is a Catholic school and all of the students and teachers appear to be moderately to heavily religious, this makes several people question their faith in humanity and the

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» Rated: PG for thematic material, a scene of violence, and brief smoking. » Director(s): Thomas Carter. » Stars: Jim Caviezel, Alexander Ludwig, Michael Chiklis, Laura Dern, Clancy Brown, Ser-Darius Blain, Stephen James and Matthew Daddario.

world as a whole.

It’s fairly heavy stuff for a sports movie, but it doesn’t come off as preachy or Bible-thumpy. Yes, adults and kids pray and turn to God for guidance. However, the message coming out of “When the Game Stands Tall” is not that faith in religion can cure all ills. This is a movie about growing up the right way and learning how to deal with life, even for the adults who may think they’ve seen it all.

Director Thomas Carter isn’t a stranger to sports movies having directed the not-so-good “Coach Carter.” However, with “When the Game Stands Tall,” Carter manages to walk that tightrope between sappy and heartfelt realism. The

story has such a tragedy befall everyone that the behavior from the characters is forgivable, which does make it easier for Carter to keep the movie from falling into an overly emotional abyss.

Naturally, Jim Caviezel has the most screen time as coach Ladouceur. Maybe Caviezel is doing a spot-on impersonation of this real-life football coach; if he is, then Ladouceur is the most softspoken human being to ever walk the Earth. In fact, Caviezel’s face may as well be carved from stone.

He smiles every so often, but never sheds a tear, which seems impossible considering the weight that is falling on his shoulders.

Laura Dern shows up every now and then to offer a few wise words as Ladouceur’s wife, but her screen time is sadly minimal. Dern is great in even the worst of movies, so a film can always use as much of her as possible. If anything, it’s shocking to see the normally very risqué Dern in such an earnest, Biblequoting type of movie.

There is a little comic relief and most of it is provided by Michael Chiklis. He is almost unrecognizable, sporting glasses and the

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Don’t expect the bank to settle on federally insured student loan debt Dear Dave, Is it possible to settle the debt on a student loan?

— James

Emerald Ash Borer: Known simply as EAB, this tiny insect has been enormously destructive in states where it

has been found. The invasive bug has been located in Arkansas. — David Cappeart / Michigan State University via Bugwood.org

Invasive Emerald Ash Borer confirmed in six counties; quarantine proposed for 25 Mary Hightower

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LITTLE ROCK — Twenty-five counties in southern and southwest Arkansas could be subject to quarantine on the movement of firewood, ash nursery stock and ash logs in an effort to halt the spread of the emerald ash borer, state officials said earlier this week.

The emerald ash borer, accidentally imported from Asia and confirmed in the U.S. in 2002, has been blamed for the deaths of tens of millions of trees in the United States and Canada. It has been confirmed in six Arkansas counties, including Clark, Columbia, Dallas, Hot Springs, Nevada and Ouachita.

The proposed quarantine would include all hardwood firewood, all ash nursery stock and ash for both saw logs and pulpwood, mulch and compost. The area includes the six infested counties and 19 others as buffer zones: Ashley, Bradley, Calhoun, Cleveland, Drew, Garland, Grant, Hempstead, Howard, Jefferson, Lafayette, Lincoln, Little River, Miller, Montgomery, Pike, Saline, Sevier and Union counties.

County Extension agent for the Union County Cooperative

Extension Service, Robin Bridges noted that while the bug has not been spotted in Union County, the area should still be on alert.

“This is becoming a major public concern,” Bridges said.

A decision on the proposed quarantine would be made Sept. 11 by the Arkansas State Plant Board. One option is to enact an emergency rule that would establish a quarantine that would last 120 days. This time period would allow the ASPB to initiate a process that includes public hearings on the issue.

A task force with members from the Arkansas State Plant Board, USDA-APHIS-PPQ, Arkansas Forestry Commission, University of Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service, Arkansas Forestry Association, Arkansas State Parks, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Arkansas Association of Conservation Districts, and Natural Resources Conservation Service met Monday to discuss a possible quarantine.

The quarantine would bar movement of firewood and nursery stock out of the quarantined area to slow the insect’s spread. Firewood should be sourced locally and burned locally, state officials said.

A map of the insect’s spread is

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Dear James, Sallie Mae student loans, or federally insured student loans, are insured by the government. Translation, the bank still is going to get paid 100 percent by the taxpayers, because the government is guaranteeing the loan. They have no reason to settle with you.

They’re not going to settle with you on the principal amount or the interest, James. You might be able to talk them down on the collection fees. They jack those way up. But the original amount you borrow, plus the actual interest that hasn’t been paid, is guaranteed by the government. They’ll get it from one of you!

— Dave Dear Dave, I have a 5-year-old daughter, and I want to start a 529 for her.

However, I’m concerned that the government might seize the 529 assets in order to pay off debt and give people treasury bonds instead.

Do you think there’s a chance this might happen?

— Barry Dear Barry, I think there’s less than a 1 percent chance they’d seize the actual assets. Really, I don’t believe they’re any more likely to come take investments away than they are to come take your home. I mean, we’re really talking about private property here. If you have $100,000 in a retirement fund, and they say they’re going to take that away from you, it’s like taking a person’s home. I just don’t see that happening.

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The big question, I think, is this: Are they likely to take away some of the tax benefits — like the 529 plan’s ability to grow tax-free?

As in, they just come in and say they’re making it all taxable to pay the bills they’ve accumulated up in Washington D.C. from all their stupid behavior. That kind of thing actually could happen.

— Dave

Dear Dave, I’m retired, and my husband plans to work for several more years. We have $130,000 in savings accounts, plus a rental property. The rental property has a $150,000 mortgage, but we have no other debt. Should we sell the rental and reinvest in the stock market?

— Barbara Dear Barbara, If I were in your shoes, I’d be investing in mutual funds and paying off the rental property as fast as possible. That would be my game plan.

When it comes to mutual funds, you shouldn’t be jumping in and out. The key is to find good ones with long track records of success and stability. Then, leave the money alone for several years and let it do its thing!

— Dave Dave Ramsey is America’s trusted voice on money and business. He has authored five New York Times bestselling books: “Financial Peace,” “More Than Enough,” “The Total Money Makeover,” “EntreLeadership” and “Smart Money Smart Kids.” The Dave Ramsey Show is heard by more than 8 million listeners each week on more than 500 radio stations. Follow Dave on Twitter at @DaveRamsey and at daveramsey.com.

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Decoding Dizziness: Don’t let your health spin out of control Dizziness is one of the most common reasons people seek medical attention, with causes ranging from “no big deal” to deadly serious.

According to the study “Dizziness: A Diagnostic Approach” published in American Family Physician, approximately 5 percent of all primary care visits are for dizziness.

Your sense of balance is controlled by vision, touch sensors located throughout the body and the vestibular system, which is a series of organs in the inner ear that send signals to the brain about where you are located. When something goes wrong with one of these systems, it can cause dizziness.

The main symptom of dizziness is a feeling of lightheadedness that may include wobbliness, fainting or a spinning sensation.

One issue. Many causes.

Dizziness can be caused by many different issues, ranging from mild to severe.

The vestibular system contributes to balance and to the sense of spatial orientation. Issues with this system, such as Meniere’s disease, benign paroxysmal positional vertigo and inner ear inflammation, can all cause dizziness by affecting the balance sensors in your inner ear.

Fluctuations in the cardiovascular system are also frequent causes of dizziness. Anything that causes an interruption or reduction in blood flow, such as an irregular heartbeat, an aneurysm or low blood pressure from dehydration, may cause dizziness. Changes

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Army National Guard’s climbing wall, demonstrations by chainsaw wood carver Scott Winford, the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission aquarium, inflatables for young children, archery exhibitions with the Oak Ridge Bowhunters, demonstrations by the Model Aviators of South Arkansas and more.

Live musicians featured throughout the day will be Emily Cole,

Help prevent dizziness with balance boosters You can combat the onset of dizziness by implementing these three balance boosting techniques and exercises.

» Strengthen your core.

Toning and strengthening the muscles that control movement, known as your core muscles, can help keep you steady while you walk, climb the stairs, or get in and out of the shower.

Keeping these muscles in shape also helps prevent back pain and reduces your likelihood of injury while being active.

» Choose the right footwear.

Wearing flat, supportive shoes in the right size can help keep you steady, even on uneven surfaces.

If you have weak ankles, select a taller athletic shoe

for maximum support and lace it carefully so your foot does not slip out. Wear the designated shoes when playing any sport.

» Perform balance exercises.

Check out your own balance with exercises such as standing on one foot, at least twice a week.

Start by holding onto a chair if necessary and then progress to standing with the chair in arm’s reach, and progress to balancing on one foot without the support

of a chair as you become steadier.

Try it with your eyes closed. If that is difficult, try focusing your vision on one object until you become steadier.

Always stand near a support when trying these exercises.

Remember that this information is not intended to replace the advice of your doctor, but rather to increase awareness and help equip patients with information that can help facilitate conversations with their physician.

in vision; certain medications, such as antibiotics or diuretics; neck problems; osteoarthritis; hyperventilation; and stress or fatigue can also cause dizziness.

With so many causes for this singular issue, keeping a good record of your symptoms can help your doctor pinpoint the cause and

ultimately guide you to relief.

While it’s normal to feel dizzy on occasion, bouts of dizziness that occur regularly, have no explanation, are accompanied by hearing loss, happen after a fall or injury, or are accompanied by chest pain could be a sign of a more serious underlying problem. Talk with your doctor immediately if you experience chest pain or other serious

symptoms along with dizziness.

If you have questions, call the Heart and Vascular Institute of the Medical Center of South Arkansas at 870.875.5540.

the Cummins Prison Band and the Mighty Electric St. Jude Band.

“We know this will be the biggest Expo so far, and want to make sure our whole community knows to come and bring family members of all ages, especially children, for there will be plenty of activities indoors and outdoors,” Withrow said.

Proceeds from the Outdoor Expo benefit educational scholarships for students and general operations of the SouthArk Foundation.

Last year the Outdoor Expo had more than 65 vendors and

exhibitors, 40 cooking teams and more than 350 volunteers from the college and community. Space still is available for vendors, exhibitors and contestants, according to foundation executive director Cynthia Reyna.

The top prize for the rib cook-off, a staple of the Outdoor Expo since its inception, is being raised to $2,000 this year.

“We are expecting teams from across the state to vie for this winning prize,” Cook-Off Committee Chair Jay Helm said. “Last year, we

had teams from Texas and Louisiana join us, so we fully expect the competition to grow and be fun for everyone.”

Admission for the Outdoor Expo is one canned good or packaged food item, which will be donated to a local food pantry.

More information, including contest and vendor forms, is available at www.southarkexpo.com. Follow the SouthArk Foundation on Facebook for regular updates on the upcoming event at facebook.com/SouthArk Foundation.

Located in El Dorado, Arkansas, the Medical Center of South Arkansas is a 166-bed, general acute care hospital accredited by The Joint Commission. For more information, call 870.863.2000 or visit www.themedcenter.net.

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Voices Have Power campaign extended Local Boys and Girls Club receives more than $19,000 in first run

#VoicesHavePower "No one should speak up against domestic violence alone. I'm here to speak up with you."

"The path ahead may not be certain, but it will be better.

I'm here to walk with you."

"Never tell yourself that you can't. I'm here to tell you that you can."

"Even in the darkest days, your voice can light up any room. I'm here to help your voice shine."

Instagram with the hashtag #VoicesHavePower. » Web. Enter a message on the campaign website at voiceshave power.com.

Verizon’s “Because Voices Have Power,” a digitally-focused campaign designed to raise awareness of domestic abuse, saw such great success in its first run that the company has extended the campaign through the end of October.

The Boys and Girls Club of El Dorado was selected as one of 10 organizations nationwide to receive donations through the #VoicesHavePower campaign. With the campaign yielding 64,000 positive messages of hope, the Boys and Girls Club of El Dorado received $19,200 in the first run, which ended earlier this month.

Verizon and the Boys and Girls Club encourage the public to send optimistic messages with the hashtag #VoicesHavePower to all social media platforms and persuade their friends and family to post in support of domestic violence victims.

“Let’s make it to 100,000 messages,” said Kathey Perry, resource development director for the Boys and Girls Club. “The more messages you generate, the more money is raised for the kids of our community.”

For every “message of hope” submitted, Verizon will donate $3 to the Boys and Girls Club of El Dorado now through Friday, Oct. 31.

Messages of hope can be submitted one of three ways:

The Verizon Wireless program HopeLine will donate $3 in support of dating and domestic violence prevention for every message of hope that is shared. Messages submitted on social media must contain the hashtag #VoicesHavePower to be tracked and accounted for, and those posting on Twitter are encouraged to include @HopeLineVerizon or @VerizonWireless so the company can retweet the messages.

“We are passionate about providing safe and reliable ways for victims of abuse to connect, communicate and be heard. We’re delighted to share our mission with the Boys and Girls Club of El Dorado, and we’re excited to work with them on this amazing campaign,” said Prentice O’Guinn, district manager of Verizon in the El Dorado area.

“Voices Have Power” was created by the HopeLine program from Verizon Wireless to inspire greater awareness and participation in a nationwide effort to end dating and domestic violence. For nearly 20 years, Verizon has reached out to help the nearly 1 in 3 women and 1 in 7 men and more than 3 million children in the United States affected by dating and domestic violence » Text. Send a message of hope via every year. text message to #94079.

For more information, visit Veri» Social Media. Submit a mes- zon’s Vocies Have Power website at sage on Facebook, Twitter or voiceshavepower.com.

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Arkansas watercolorist returns to Arts Center for three-day workshop Native Hot Springs artist Richard Stephens returns to the South Arkansas Arts Center for the three-day painting workshop “Watercolor with Passion and Humor.”

The workshop will run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day from Sept. 12-14.

Registration for the workshop is currently underway and the cost is $135 for current SAAC members and $160 for the general public, which includes a one-year SAAC membership at the Friend Level.

Participants of Stephens’ workshop will be exposed to informative technical information sprinkled with humor and antidotes; entertaining and educational painting demonstrations; and a lot of one-on-one time with Stephens as he helps each artist through his or her individual painting process.

According to Darrin Riley, media relations for SAAC, Stephens’ watercolor workshop is informative, challenging and fun.

“Richard has a true passion for watercolor and enjoys the opportunity to share his knowledge and experience with students of all levels,” Riley said.

Stephens said his workshop is not about competition or turning out a great painting during the workshop, but about being exposed to a process of watercolor painting that has been successful for him and hopefully having that process find a voice with the students and their work.

In demand as an instructor, Stephens has been a commercial artist for the last 43 years. He rediscovered watercolors about 22 years ago and has since built a reputation nationwide for his loose, spontaneous paintings.

“I am really enjoying teaching,” Stephens said. “It allows me to share my passion for watercolor while traveling to new places and getting to meet wonderful and interesting people.”

After serving in the Army as an illustrator, Stephens began his commercial art career in 1971 with a design studio in Little Rock. There, he began forming a network of other

artists, vendors and suppliers that allowed him to open his own studio in 1974. Since that time, he has been freelancing out of Hot Springs. After discovering the medium in college, Stephens said he always knew watercolor was his real “calling.”

Occasionally it would emerge, but he didn’t start painting consistently again until 1992.

“I have always felt the years of designing and doing layouts with transparent markers was basically watercolor painting. The process and technique are very much the same,” Stephens said. “The best layouts have that loose, spontaneous watercolor feel to them. Now I do all my commercial design work on the computer. I enjoy it but I’m glad I did it the old way for all those years.”

During the past few years Stephens has seen success, winning awards in numerous watercolor shows and competitions around the country.

He has had several one-man exhibitions, participated in many group shows, and has studied under such well-known watercolorists as Gary Myers, Tony Couch, Ken Hosmer, Mel Stabin and Alvaro Castagnet.

Stephens was named as one of 10 “Artists to Watch” by Watercolor Magic magazine (December 2005 edition). Four of his paintings were featured in “200 Great Painting Ideas for Artists,” by Carol Katchen, published by North Light Books.

Stephens’ work is owned by individuals and corporations around the country. He is a member of the Arkansas League of Artists, the Mississippi Art Colony, and is a signature member of Mid-Southern Watercolorists, Southern Watercolor Society and Missouri Watercolor Society.

To register for the three-day workshop, contact the SAAC office at 870.862.5474. For more information about the workshop, including a supplies list, visit saac-arts.com.

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“These changes will support our healthcare professionals as they continued from Page 1 care for patients by making hospital resources more accessible to serious accidents and injuries and efficient,” said Sonya Justice, with the addition of a second trau- Emergency Department director. ma room. The ED continues to be “The new design will support a equipped to respond to a wide va- more efficient work environment riety of other emergencies with de- with new technology and improved contamination and isolation rooms. workflow, and cut down on the “This renovation assures pa- time it takes to serve patients.” tients we’re dedicated not only to Medical Center of South Aroffering quality care, but also to kansas has been recognized for providing that care as efficient- high achievements in its emerly and quickly as possible,” said gency care. Last week, the hosDr. William Daniel, Emergency pital announced it received the Department medical director. “The South Arkansas Site of the Year physicians and nurses in our emer- by AR SAVES for its work to imgency department are highly quali- prove outcomes for stroke patients fied to respond to a wide range of through telemedicine technology. emergencies, and this renovation MCSA is also an accredited Chest will further enhance their work to Pain Center, which recognizes the provide compassionate, quality hospital’s commitment to followpatient care.” ing best practices for emergency The improvements made to the cardiac care. emergency department include The ceremony for the new emerthe addition of a three-bay tri- gency department will take place age room and an open registration from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at MCSA in area, which support the hospital’s Conference Room No. 3 on the first commitment to serve patients in floor near the main entrance of the 30 minutes or less by providing a hospital. For more information, call more efficient work environment the MCSA at 870.864.3290 or go online to themedcenter.net. for hospital staff.

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Namesake of Pope County leads state out of wilderness era Ken Bridges

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John Pope was the third territorial governor of Arkansas and a man who helped steer Arkansas out of its wilderness era. However, his outspokenness would spark many political fights within the new territory.

Pope was born in 1770 on his parents’ farm in northern Virginia, near the Maryland border. When the American Revolution erupted, his father, William Pope, served as a colonel for the colonial forces.

As the war intensified, Col. Pope decided the area was no longer safe enough for his young family.

In 1779, together with several other settlers, the Popes struck out westward into Kentucky. Kentucky at that time was sparsely populated, and the war would not spare the region as local Native American tribes allied with the British and periodically attacked American settlers.

As a youth, John Pope was critically injured in a farm accident that cost him an arm. Nevertheless, Pope continued to work hard with his studies, attending a private school and eventually attending William and Mary College in eastern Virginia. He eventually settled down in Shelbyville, not far from the new Kentucky state capital, and set up a law practice.

In 1798, Pope was elected to the

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classic horseshoe balding pattern atop his normally totally shaved head. He gets most of the footballstyled jokes, shouting out from the sideline at players with funny, sarcastic remarks such as “It’s okay to hit these guys! In fact, it’s actually encouraged!”

Alexander Ludwig plays Chris Ryan, the star running back who is set to break the California state record for touchdowns, and this is a bit of a star-making turn for him.

Chris has to deal with an overbearing father (Clancy Brown) who is living vicariously through his son, which leads to some uncomfortable dramatic moments. Ludwig does a fantastic job of not only looking like a chiseled athlete, but showing

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Kentucky state legislature, where he quickly developed a reputation as a man of ideas and total integrity.

In 1806, the Kentucky legislature (as was the practice at the time) elected Pope to the U.S. Senate. He was respected in the Senate, named by his fellow senators to be president pro tem of the Senate in 1809.

By 1812, a new generation of western politicians was clamoring for a new war against Great Britain, citing British seizure of American ships and sailors on the high seas and accusing the British of inciting the Native American tribes to attack the settlers in the region.

In June 1812, President James Madison reluctantly called for the United States to declare war on Great Britain. Pope voted against the war declaration, believing that America’s military was not ready for a war with Britain. Pope was defeated for re-election as a result, and the War of 1812 proved to be a near-disaster for the nation.

After supporting Andrew Jackson in the 1828 election, Pope was rewarded for his loyalty by being named the territorial governor of that he is the real grownup in his unfortunate family dynamic.

While there is one scene of violence and some mild cursing, “When the Game Stands Tall” is a fantastic family movie. At a time when almost every movie with a PG or PG-13 rating seems to be pushing the envelope, this is a movie that parents can safely take their kids to see.

It’s not annoyingly preachy nor does it insist upon itself. This is nothing more than an endearing, big-hearted movie with a story that could inspire people and show that people can band together to overcome the struggles of life.

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Arkansas. Pope was excited about the possibilities he foresaw for the Arkansas Territory. He called for the development of roads, canals and harbors for riverboats. Legislators in 1829 quickly named the newly formed Pope County after him.

However, he ran into fierce opposition from fellow Kentuckian Robert Crittenden, who himself coveted the job of governor and served as the territorial secretary. Crittenden worked to maneuver the legislature and public opinion against Pope, but to no avail. In 1831, the climactic confrontation came when Crittenden, now having resigned, offered to trade his brick mansion in Little Rock for the 64 acres of federal land given to Arkansas to

build a state capitol. Pope vetoed the bill, stating that Crittenden’s home was overvalued by at least four times the actual value of the land that the deal was little more than corruption and graft.

Pope had to step down in 1835 when President Jackson refused to reappoint him as governor as a result of a dispute over federal banking policy. Pope returned to Kentucky, where he would serve three more terms in Congress before losing re-election in 1842 and his death in 1845.

For more information on the South Arkansas Historical Foundation, visit soarkhistory.com. Dr. Ken Bridges can be reached at kbridges@southark.edu.

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El Dorado prepares for inaugural film festival The inaugural El Dorado Film Festival will run from Sept. 18-20 at the South Arkansas Arts Center, with more than 30 films making the cut.

The three-day festival will screen the collection of independent films from multiple countries, showcasing the work of talented new filmmakers and industry veterans alike.

Several workshops will give film festival attendees an inside look at the movie-making process, hosted by the filmmakers in attendance.

Howard Klausner, writer of Clint Eastwood’s “Space Cowboys,” will offer an advanced extended trailer of his new film “The Secret Handshake,” starring Kevin Sorbo and Amy Grant. The film was produced in Nashville, Tenn., and is Klausner’s directorial debut.

Klausner describes the film as “a story of men and boys on a journey from suburbia to the deep dark woods, and back again – with adventure, laughter and maybe a even a tear or two.”

Sorbo portrays Roy, a father in the suburbs trying to raise three girls who are beginning to attract the attention of troublemaking neighborhood boys.

“This is a hilarious script about boys learning how to be men, from men who never learned themselves,” Sorbo said. “Looks like my experience as a parent is about to pay off.”

Timothy D. Brown, one of the film’s producers, says the crew is really excited to have Sorbo on board as the lead for “The Secret Handshake.”

“He’s got the comedic delivery and dramatic chops essential to this challenging role,” Brown said. “And when he was equally

receptive to the material, we knew we hit a home run.”

Grant stars as the mother of one of the troubled boys. Klausner, writer of “Space Cowboys” and “Soul Surfer,” said he has always pictured Grant in the role.

“Her performance is absolutely stunning,” Klausner said.

Grant has sold over 30 million albums worldwide. Sorbo is best known for portraying Hercules in the TV series “Hercules: The Legendary Journeys” and his roles in the films “Meet the Spartans” and “Soul Surfer.”

Festival pass holders will have the chance to attend a screenwriting workshop and a filmmaking panel from Klausner over the course of the three-day event.

The South Arkansas Arts Center will also screen the multiple award-winning short “One Armed Man,” written by two-time Academy Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning writer Horton Foote (“To Kill a Mockingbird,” “Tender Mercies”)

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and executive produced by the late Philip Seymour Hoffman.

Directed by Tim Guinee, the short film has already won honors from the SXSW Film Festival, the Cleveland International Film Festival and the National Short Film Competition. Cutting-edge director Gus Van Sant called the film “a great piece of work. I want everyone to see it!”

Festival passes are now available

at Brown Paper Tickets website at http://bit.ly/1oq4l8r and the SAAC box office. The $30 “All Access” pass provides access to all of the films (short blocks and features), workshops, and parties (for ages 18 and older only).

For more information about the El Dorado Film Festival, contact SAAC at 870.862.5474 or go online to www.saac-arts.org.

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Grief Walking Group 1st & 3rd Tuesday of ea. month at 9:30 am Champagnolle Landing - 2nd floor walking track The group is free & open to both Life Touch families & those in the community. Also includes a 5-10 minute grief topic discussion.

Toll Free 866-378-0388 www.lifetouchhospice.org 2301 Champagnolle Rd.

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Offering a turning point Local nonprofit provides refuge to victims of violent family situations

In the time it takes to read this article, 40 women will be beaten.

Turning Point of South Arkansas is a nonprofit organization for domestic violence and sexual assault victims, providing refuge to women, men and children from violent family situations.

The agency enlists support of individuals, churches, civic and social clubs, chambers of commerce, local governments, state agencies, and other organizations. Turning Point receives state and local funding from agencies such as the United Way of Union County, SHARE Foundation, Department of Finance and Administration, Mary Kay Foundation and other donations and grants.

Turning Point also seeks to provide education to the public on the issue of spouse battering, child abuse, sexual assault, rape and family violence in general. The agency also serves as a means for the improvement of family violence through the provision of shelter, counseling, education and advocating.

The mission of Turning Point is to provide emotional support, information and assistance to survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault; to work toward solving and alleviating family violence; to help abused persons and children to cope with fears and anxieties; to provide refuge; and to help the abused learn to grow and make positive decisions for their future welfare.

Turning Point offers: » Emergency shelter: A safe, confidential refuge; case management; support groups; and advocacy and referrals. » Telephone hotline: Crisis intervention, support and referrals available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. » Emergency response team: On-call advocates available to

hospitals and police to assist victims. » Community education: Speaker’s bureau for clubs and organizations; professional training for law enforcement; and workplace violence training.

According to the Bureau of Justice statistics: » 1 in 4 women will experience domestic abuse in their lives. » 1 in 3 teens will experience dating abuse before age 20. » Each day, four women die as a result of abuse. » Each day, three children die as a result of abuse. » Historically, Arkansas has ranked ninth nationally for domestic homicides per capita.

Did you know? » Battering is the single major cause of injury to women – more frequent than auto accidents, muggings and rapes combined. » In the U.S., more than 6 million women, from all walks of life, are battered each year. » In 65 percent of the battered women cases, children are beaten as well. » Without intervention, 60 percent of the boys in violent homes will grow up to abuse their partners.

Turning Point offers 30-day program that, at no charge, providing a safe home when home isn’t safe. The agency is a member of the Arkansas Coalition Against Domestic Violence, which certifies Turning Point employees once a year.

For more information, call 870.862.3672 or for the 24-hour crisis hotline, call 800.980.0929.

Union United showcases United Way of Union County’s 14 nonprofit partner agencies. For more information, visit unitedwayunioncounty.com.

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available through the United States Department of Agriculture at http://1.usa.gov/1piOM8C, while more information on how firewood can provide mass transportation for invasive pests can be found on the UAEX website at http://bit.ly/1nEHjeD. The insect, a mere half-inch long, has expanded its range by hundreds of miles since being discovered in southeastern Michigan. It has since been found in 27 states, including Arkansas. However, there was some good news to come from the Aug. 25 meeting, said Tamara Walkingstick, associate director of the Arkansas Forest Resources Center.

“Survey results were negative for all other counties including Pulaski, Mississippi and Independence where suspects or suspect ash tree damage was found,” she said.

Signs of infestation Jon Barry, extension forester for the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture said Arkansans should be on the lookout for

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symptoms of infestation.

These include: » Multiple jagged holes excavated by woodpeckers feeding on ash borer larvae. » Distinctive D-shaped exit holes left by emerging adult beetles. » Canopy dieback from top of tree. » Sprouts arising from the base of the tree. » Larval tunnels or galleries immediately under the bark of dying ash trees.

Barry said if any of these signs of infestation appear, contact the nearest county extension agent or email the Arkansas State Plant Board at EAB@aspb.ar.gov. The Union County Cooperative Extension Service can be contacted directly at 870.864.1916.

For more information about the emerald ash borer, go to emeraldashborer.info or visit arinvasives.org. The “Emerald Ash Borer: A potential pest of ash trees in Arkansas” fact sheet may be downloaded at http://bit.ly/1tE3MhL. The Cooperative Extension Service is a part of the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture. For more information, visit www.uaex.edu.

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» ETERNAL LIGHT SINGERS LIVE — The Spirit Led Fellowship Church of Magnolia, under the direction of Pastor G.O. Maxwell, will host the Eternal Light Singers in a live performance. The gospel quartet will perform “Bringing It Home.” Donations are welcome; all proceeds, support and donations will go towards Spirit Led’s Pastor’s Ministry.

When: Aug. 30 at 7 p.m.

Where: Spirit Led Fellowship Church, 1335 East North St., Magnolia Contact: For more information, call 870.234.7449. » UNION COUNTY SINGLE PARENT SCHOLARSHIP — The deadline for applications for the Union County Single Parent Scholarship is nearing. Scholarship eligibility requires that applicants live in Union County, be enrolled in any college or university, and be a single parent providing support of a dependent child or children under the age of 18 in the household. Applications are available online at www.aspsf.org or through the South Arkansas Community College financial aid office.

Deadline: Apply by Sept. 1.

Where: Financial Aid, South Arkansas Community College West Campus Contact: For more information about applying, contact 870.864.7150. » PAT RISINGER BENEFIT FUNDRAISER — Joe’s Tire Service will host a benefit fundraiser for Pat Risinger to help with medical expenses. Barbecue grilled chicken lunches will be for sale for $7 per plate, which includes a leg quarter, baked beans, potato salad and bread. Pre-sale tickets are available. Orders should be placed

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by Sept. 3. A raffle will also be available for a Yeti cooler. Tickets cost $5 for one or $20 for five.

When: Sept. 5 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Where: Joe’s Tire Service, 609 East Hillsboro Contact: Email orders to patrisinger fundraiser@gmail.com or contact Carolyn Taylor at 870.843.0100.

» ARKANSAS SOFT PINES LECTURE — The South Arkansas Historical Foundation’s Preservation Society will host Dr. Don Bragg, author and research forester for the U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service, at its next meeting. Bragg will present “Natural and Human History of the Arkansas Soft Pine,” exploring how the loblolly pine has come to dominate many of the region’s forest land.

When: Sept. 8 at 5:15 p.m.

Where: Newton House Museum, 510 Jackson St. Contact: For more information, visit soarkhistory.com or call 870.862.9890. » CHILDREN’S GRIEF AND LOSS SEMINAR — South Arkansas Community College and Life Touch Hospice will partner to offer “Grief and Loss: Old Problems, New Ideas,” a seminar from Greg Adams, director of the Center for Good Mourning, a grief support and outreach program of the Arkansas Children’s Hospital. According to Life Touch outreach coordinator Marsha Cowling, the program will allow the local community to learn about helping children in grief, as well as providing network opportunities for those who work with area youth. The cost of the program is $10 per person, or $20 per person including lunch.

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A certificate will be provided upon completion of the course.

Register: Pre-registration is required

by Sept. 10.

When: Sept. 24 from 9 a.m. to noon Where: Center for Workforce Development, SouthArk East Campus, 3698 East Main Contact: For more information or to register, call 870.864.8456 or email ce@southark.edu. » 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: Delectable Desserts.

Participants will learn how to make great-tasting desserts using coals and Dutch ovens.

When: Sept. 11 at 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Where: Center for Workforce Development, South Arkansas Community College East Campus, 3698 East Main St., El Dorado Contact: For more information or to register, call 870.864.7192 or email ce@southark.edu. » EL DORADO COMMUNITY GRIEF SEMINAR — Life Touch Hospice will offer a grief seminar for the local community. The seminar will cover the basics of grief, including what is normal, risk factors and challenges, as well as helpful strategies for coping with grief. Educational materials will be provided for participants to take home. Attendees can share as they desire, or sit and listen.

When: Sept. 11 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Where: Conference Room, Life Touch Hospice, 2301 Champagnolle Road Contact: For more information, contact Life Touch at 870.862.0337 or go online to lifetouchhospice.org. » CORKS AND CANVAS — The next South Arkansas Arts Center Corks and Canvas will be taught by Rhonda Hicks. The class is ideal for everyone from the novice to experienced artist who is interested in exploring new possibilities through different media. Each instructor brings a new project and guides the class through the creative process, from blank page or canvas to completed work of art. Registration is required. The $40 fee includes all supplies and snacks; students are welcome to bring the beverage of their choice.

When: Sept. 18 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Where: South Arkansas Arts Center, 110 East Fifth St. Contact: For more information or to register, contact the SAAC office at 870.862.5474. » DOODLE AND SKETCH SUPPORT GROUP — Created by Sandy Bennett and April Hoover, the Doodle and Sketch Support Group works with live models and is open to anyone interested in developing their drawing skills in a relaxed, pressurefree environment with both novice and accomplished artists. A $10 “karma” donation is suggested to help “feed the models.” No registration is required, open to anyone ages 18 years and up.

When: Sept. 18 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Where: South Arkansas Arts Center, 110 East Fifth St. Contact: For more information, contact the SAAC office at 870.862.5474.

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WEEKLY RECIPE Add a taste of Thai to the end of grilling season Though summer is the season for grilling, the arrival of autumn does not mean it’s time to banish the grill to the back of your garage. Those who want to treat themselves to something new can try “Gai Yaang (Thai Barbecue Chicken)” from Katie Chin’s “Everyday Thai Cooking” (Tuttle).

Harry Dyer harry@noalmark.com Stacey Turner stacey.turner@noalmark.com

Ingredients:

» 4 bone-in chicken quarters with skin on Barbecue Marinade » 8 garlic cloves, minced » 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper » 3 tablespoons fish sauce (nam pla) » 2 tablespoons cooking sherry » 1 tablespoon dark sesame oil » 4 tablespoons palm or brown sugar

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» 2 tablespoons minced lemongrass » 1 fresh hot red or green chili, preferably Thai (deseeded if you prefer less heat), finely sliced » 2 tablespoons honey Dipping Sauce » 1/2 cup rice or white vinegar » 1/3 cup palm or brown sugar » 1 tablespoon finely chopped shallots » 1 1/2 teaspoons Asian chili sauce, preferably Sriracha » 1 tablespoon fish sauce (nam pla)

For the barbecue marinade: Whisk together the garlic, pepper, fish sauce, sherry, sesame oil, palm sugar, lemongrass, chili and honey. Place the chicken in a large sealable plastic bag. Pour the marinade over the chicken. Place in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours (up to overnight).

For the dipping sauce: Bring vinegar, palm sugar, shallots, chili sauce and fish sauce to a boil in a small sauce pan over high heat, stirring to combine. Reduce heat to medium low and allow to simmer for 10 to 15 minutes. Remove from heat.

Heat a grill to medium and brush with oil. Place the chicken on the grill skin side down and grill for about 15 minutes. Brush the uncooked side with the barbecue marinade, then flip the chicken over. Grill the second side for about 15 minutes. Discard the marinade. When the chicken is cooked through, transfer it to a serving platter and serve with the dipping sauce.

Cook’s note: Keep a spray bottle filled with water nearby when grilling to prevent flare-ups.

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KIX 103 welcomes “Call of the Wild” to the airwaves every Saturday morning at 5 a.m. starting Sept. 6!

Join Steve “Wild Man” Wilson and Trey Reid of the Arkansas Game & Fish Commission as they discuss the Natural State’s hunting, fishing, hiking, camping and all things outdoors!

Tune in to “Call of the Wild” every Saturday morning on your way to the deer stand, duck blind or that favorite fishing hole!