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Thank you for continuing to be a part of our Searcy Living readership family. Have a Merry CHRISTmas! Still my favorite No Bake recipe: 1 Cup Oatmeal 1/2 cup peanut butter 1/3 cup honey 1 cup coconut flakes 1 cup flaxseed (optional) 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips 1 tsp. vanilla 1/4 cup craisins Mix together. Mold into small balls. Refrigerate. Enjoy!
Merry CHRISTmas! from your friends at Searcy Living Magazine
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Decorative Iron From gazing balls to giant animals and home decor, Decorative Iron in Judsonia has it all! 833 Hwy. 367 • Judsonia 501-729-0140
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Tinsel, Trees,
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Benefitting Foster Children In White County
You are invited to participate in the Tinsel, Trees, and Toys fundraiser to benefit foster children in White County! White County businesses, organizations and philanthropic individuals will be decorating their own Christmas trees and setting them on display at Providence Assisted Living on Moore Street from November 19th to December 16th. The trees themselves, including their decor, will be auctioned off via silent auction at 2pm on December 16th. The tree with the most gifts under it will be announced in the next issue of Searcy Living! To cast your vote for a tree simply place a child’s present under that tree. Multiple votes are encouraged and appreciated!!! Volunteers will contact the winning bidders to arrange the pick-up of their trees on December 17th. All proceeds from the auction will be used to purchase Christmas presents for foster children in White County. To find out more information, please call (501) 230-4670. Thank you, and we hope that you will join us in making Christmas special for the over 100 foster children in White County.
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Celebrating Christmas in our community for more than 10 years! Thank you!
2014 Pictured on Cover: Lena Grady, Ian Grady (Center), and Jack Bashaw Cover Photographer: Taylor Howard (870) 917-8012
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2016 Pictured on Cover: Harper Fultz Parents: Jeremy & Autumn Fultz Stella & Charlotte Pryor Parents: Grant and Brooke Pryor Cover Photographer: Kimberly Brackins 501-279-1515
2015 Pictured on Cover: Eli, Evie, and Elissa McCumpsey Parents: Josh & Jessica McCumpsey Photography By: George Dillin 501-268-9304
2013 Pictured on Cover: Maitland Gann Parents: Taylor Gann Chris Gann Cover Photographer: Kimberly Brackins 501-279-1515
2012 Pictured on Cover: Caden, Olivia, & Carver Higginbotham Parents: Josh & Lesley Higginbotham Riley & Lena Beth Smith Parents: Chad Smith Elizabeth Smith Cover Photographer: Taylor Howard (870) 917-8012
2011 Pictured on Cover: Paxton Crum & Olivia Crum Parents: Parker & Amanda Crum Sloan Mercer Parents: Justin & Marcy Mercer Anna Claire Showalter Parents: Roy & Nancy Showalter Cover Photographer: Kimberly Brackins 501-279-1515
2010 Pictured on Cover: Kristen Tranum Avery Tranum Parents: Lynn & Carrie Tranum Cover Photographer: George Dillin 501-268-9304
2008 Pictured on Cover: Whitney Hays Parents:Monte&TammyHays Cooper McLeod • Lindey McLeod Parents: Todd & Casey McLeod Avery Lutrell Parents: David Lutrell Casey McLeod Cover Photographer: Maggie Hendrix 501-388-3256
2007 Pictured on Cover: Christian Cox Parents: Jared & Casey Cox Cover Photographer: George Dillin 501-268-9304
2009 Pictured on Cover: Jordan, Reagan, & Morgan Feltrop Parents: Frank & Cassandra Feltrop Cover Photographer: Kimberly Brackins 501-279-1515
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White County Courthouse in Searcy Photo by Al Fowler
Searcy Attractions & Events Christmas Open Houses November 5 @ Downtown Searcy & Local Stores The Oak Ridge Boys Tickets On Sale November 10 - Sponsored by Women for Harding Tickets: (501) 279-5777 or visit searcy. com or harding.edu/events/lights $28, $38, or $48 - Sales tax included Prelude To The Holiday Craft Fair Nov. 11 | 9 a.m.-3 p.m. @ Carmichael Community Center, 801 S. Elm St. Tinsel, Trees, and Toys Fundraiser Nov. 11 - Dec. 16 @ Providence Assisted Living, 3014 East Moore. All proceeds benefit foster children in White County. For more info call 501230-4670 58 Your Hometown Magazine
The Largest Santa Collection In Arkansas Display begins November 17 and runs through season @ Carmichael Community Center, 801 S. Elm St. Beats & Eats November 17 | 6-10 p.m. @ Historic Downtown Searcy Holiday Of Lights Lighting Ceremonies November 21 | Free Hot Chocolate 5 p.m. @ Berryhill Park 6 p.m. @ Courthouse Square Lighting featuring Craig O’Neill & St. Paul United Methodist Church Choir & First United Methodist Handbell Choir Spring Park Skating Rink Opens Skating: $5 for 45 minutes
Searcy Christmas Lights Contest Nov. 24 - Dec. 17 | Sponsored by First Security Bank Win a $100 FSB Visa Gift Card and a $100 donation to your favorite Searcy charity for decorating your home or business. Information and official rules: http://onlyinark.com/searcylightscontest Harding University Lighting Ceremony November 27 | 6 p.m. @ Front Lawn, 915 E. Market Free Hot Chocolate A Christmas Carol December 1, 2, 8, 9, 17 and 18 | 7:30 p.m. December 3, 10, and 17 | 1:30 p.m. @ Center on the Square, Historic Downtown Searcy Tickets: Adults show only - $18, Seniors (+55) show only $15, Students show only | $15, Military show only @ Meal add-on: $17 Meals are served at 6:30 p.m. on Friday & Saturdays, 12:30 on Sundays Jazz Band December 1 | 7 p.m. @ Harding University - Reynolds Recital Hall, 501 Burks Blvd. Holiday Craft Fair December 2 | 9 a.m.-3 p.m. @ Carmichael Community Center, 801 S. Elm St. It’s A Wonderful KLife Fun Run 5K & 1 Mile December 2 | 9 a.m. @ Spring Park, 115 E. Pleasure St. $30 Registration at KLIFE at 700 S. Main St. or online at http://racesonline.com/events/its-awonderful-klife
Old Fashioned Christmas At Pioneer Village December 2 | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. @ Pioneer Village, 1200 Higginson St. Christmas Parade December 2 | 6 p.m. @ Historic Downtown Searcy Harding University Choir Concert December 2 | 8 p.m. @ First United Methodist Church Searcy Tour Of Homes December 3 | 1-5 p.m. Sponsored by Women for Harding Tickets: 501-279-4276 or visit searcy. com or harding.edu/events/lights $20 in advance or $25 on the day of the tour Percussion Ensemble December 3 | 2 p.m. @ Harding University - Reynolds Recital Hall, 501 Burks Blvd. Chamber Singers December 3 | 7 p.m. @ Harding University - Reynolds Recital Hall, 501 Burks Blvd. FUMC Christmas Cantata Sing & Ring Joy To The World December 8 | 7 p.m. @ First United Methodist Church, 304 N. Main St. Pied Pipers Children’s Theatre Christmas Show December 9 | 11 a.m. | For children of all ages @ Harding University - Ulrey Performing Arts Center, 409 Jimmy Carr Drive
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St. Paul United Methodist Church Christmas Cantata | Christmas Unplugged December 13th at 6 p.m. Beats & Eats - New Year’s Eve Bash December 31 | 7 p.m.-12 a.m. @ Historic Downtown Searcy
The Oak Ridge Boys Concert January 22 | 7 p.m. @ Harding University - Benson Auditorium Sponsored by Women For Harding Tickets: (501) 279-5777 or visit searcy. com or harding.edu/events/lights $28, $38, $48 - Sales tax included
Season Schedule Skating Rink At Spring Park - $5 November 21 - January 1 (Closed Nov. 23, Dec. 23, 24, 25) Monday - Thursday | 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. Friday | 5 p.m. - 11 p.m. Saturday | 1 p.m. - 11 p.m. Sunday | 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. Private Parties | Sunday 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. & 8-9 p.m. For pricing and other information, please call (501) 278-1010 Santa Hut - East Side Of Courthouse Complete schedule inside this catalog. From November 21 to December 23. Carriage Rides Tuesday, November 21 | During Downtown Lighting Ceremony Friday & Saturday evenings beginning Nov. 24 through the season $5 per person | Visit Searcy.com/HolidayofLights for more info. All events are free unless otherwise indicated.
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Last Call Twas the night before Jesus came and all through the house not a creature was praying not one in the house
And though I possess worldly wisdom and wealth, I cried when I saw Him, in spite of myself
Their Bibles were lain on the shelf without care In hopes that Jesus Christ would not come there
In the Book of Life which was held in His hand, Was written the name of every saved man
The children were dressing to crawl into bed, Not once ever kneeling or bowing a head
He spoke not a word as he searched for my name; When He said "it's not there" my head hung down in shame
And mom in her rocker with baby on her lap, Was watching the late show while I took a nap
The people whose names had been written with love, He gathered to take, to His Father above
When out of the East there arose such a clatter I sprang to my feet to see what was the matter
With those who were ready He rose without a sound, While all the rest of us were left standing around
Away to the window I flew like a flash Tore open the shutters and threw up the sash!
I fell to my knees but it was too late I had waited too long and thus sealed my fate
When what to my wondering eyes should appear But angels proclaiming that Jesus was here!
I stood and I cried as they rose out of sight Oh, if only I had been ready tonight
With a light like the sun sending forth a bright ray, I knew in a moment this must be THE DAY!
In the words of this poem the meaning is clear The coming of Jesus is now drawing near
The light of His face made me cover my head, It was Jesus returning just like He had said
Theres only one life and when comes the last call We'll find that the Bible was true after all.
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"I, Jesus, have sent My angel to testify to you about these things for the churches, I am the the root and the descendant of David, the bright morning star." -Revelation 22:16 (ESV)
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35th Annual Searcy
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Sunday, December 3rd, 1 – 5 p.m. • Searcy Tickets are $20 in advance at Hardingtickets.com and $25 the day of the tour. Tickets are also available at Artistic Flowers and Gifts, The Boutique, Carren’s Flowers and Gifts, First Security Bank in Searcy, Siloe, and the alumni office at Harding University. Founded in 1965 as a Christian service organization, Women for Harding has a rich heritage in providing need-based scholarships for men and women at Harding. Each year, volunteers throughout the country work together on numerous projects to fund these scholarships. For more information, call the Harding Alumni Relations Office at 501.279.4276.
Featuring The Homes Of Tour of Homes #1: Fisher
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Tour of Homes #2: gentry
Todd and Debbie Gentry • 907 Golf View Drive • Searcy
Tour of Homes #3: harrington Larry and Susan Harrington • 114 Rocky Branch Cove • Searcy SearcyLiving.com 71
Tour of Homes #4: koch
Dr. Ryan and Amy Koch • 171 Virginia Way • Searcy
Tour of Homes #5: tepe
Kirk and Diana Tepe • 123 Summerview Drive • Searcy
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Tour of Homes #6: ransom
Dr. C.E. and Melody Ransom • 2726 Dominion Drive • Searcy
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Taco Stuff in a Skillet By Tanya Leckie
Originally this recipe called for a can of store bought tomato soup but I just couldn’t do it. I researched, tried, and refined until I concocted my own version of Campbells’ famous delicacy. If you just want to try it by itself simply omit everything except what you make in a saucepan initially; hey, if this and a good grilled cheese is all you want, go right ahead. This dish, with the exception of the initial saucepan of soup, is made completely in a cast iron skillet. I do love a cast iron skillet, I must admit! This is gluten free and makes enough for 6 average servings. I normally just serve this with tortilla chips and salsa or cheese dip. It’s a great comfort meal for cooler weather, too. Enjoy! ingredients 1 Tbsp olive oil 1 Tbsp finely diced onion 1/2 tsp minced garlic 8 ounces tomato sauce 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp dried basil 3 ounces tomato paste About 1/2 c milk 1 lb lean ground beef 1/2 c real sour cream (Daisy is a great brand) 1/2 c thick salsa 1/2 c water 6 corn tortilla, cut into 1” pieces 1/2 - 1 c shredded sharp cheddar cheese
In a small/medium saucepan sauté onion and garlic in olive oil over low heat until onion is transparent and tender; stir in tomato sauce, salt, basil, tomato paste and milk and stir until well mixed. Set this soup mixture aside. In a large cast iron skillet brown ground beef over medium heat, stirring often to break up any chunks; stir in soup mixture, sour cream, salsa, and water. Add tortilla pieces and mix well. Allow to become hot throughout then remove from heat and top with cheese. So easy!
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Christmas Gifts The Casey Shepherding Group of College Church of Christ provided Christmas gifts for the children at Hope Cottage.
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