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Snow takes toll on roadways; 2 die in wreck

Austin and Abram Wells enjoy their snow day Friday in Alread. (Photo by Nikole Wells)

Snow early Friday morning caused a wreck on U.S. 65 in Bee Branch that resulted in the deaths of two people. According to a report from the Arkansas State Police, about 8:10 a.m. Friday, a northbound 2006 Dodge driven by Amanda McKinnon, 40, of Damascus slid into the southbound lane of traffic and stopped. A 2015 Freightliner traveling south on Highway 65 could not

stop in time to avoid the collision, hitting McKinnon’s vehicle on the right side. McKinnon died as a result of her injuries. Also killed was her son Shane Ward, 17. Her 19-year-old son, Austin Ward, was also in the vehicle and was seriously injured. The snow caused several other accidents in Van Buren County Friday. A multiple-vehiSee Snow on page 2

Winter wonderland in Crabtree.

A snow-covered field in Shirley. (Photo by Denise Burgess)

(Photo by Jeff Burgess)

Charges filed after deputy, suspect fight Sheriff’s office investigates threats On December 29, 2016, the Van Buren County sheriff’s office received information that threats had been made against a person or people by someone in the Shirley area who possessed bomb-making material, according to a news release from the sheriff’s office. The Arkansas State Police assisted in an immediate and thorough investigation of this inci-

dent, the news release states. It said no bomb making material was discovered nor was any evidence gathered that there was such a plot to make any explosives. Due to speculation that this threat involved Shirley School, investigators met with school officials on Tuesday, January 3, 2017, to explain that there had See Threats on page 2

Casey A 74-year-old Shirley man faces aggravated assault charges after fighting with a deputy on New Year’s Day. Van Buren County Sgt. Randy HooWWI journalist -When William Emery Pennington was called to serve in World War I, he vowed to write in his journal every day that he was away from his Morganton home. Read more of his story on Page 7.

ten answered a disturbance call at a residence on Highway 330 South shortly after 5 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 1. The caller said her husband had a gun and said he was going to kill their son-inlaw, who was sitting at a table with three children, according to an arrest report. Jackie Casey said she got between the men and was able to get the gun from her husband, Ruel Casey, according to the report.

She told the deputy her husband then tried to hit their sonin-law, but the younger man grabbed his fist and said he knew Casey really did not want to hurt him, the report states. Ruel Casey took off walking, according to the report, and encountered Hooten at the end of the driveway. Hooten was soon heard to radio, “Get help here now!” He radioed again a couple of minutes later saying he had Casey in cus-

What’s going on Property assessment

Van Buren County taxpayers can now assess personal property online, according to Tax Assessor Trina Jones. Go online to CountyService.net and navigate to the online assess box and follow the prompts to complete the assessment. Jones says you

will be able to print your assessment when completed and once processed in the assessor’s office you will receive an e-mail confirmation letting you know it is complete. You can then renew your vehicle renewal online at your leisure. “Our office is so excited to be able to offer this to our taxpayers and hope that

tody, according to the report. According to the report, Hooten was bleeding from his right hand and said Casey punched him in the side of the head several times. Casey has been charged with aggravated assault and aggravated assault on a law enforcement officer, both Class D felonies, three misdemeanor counts of endangering the welfare of a minor, and resisting arrest with injury, a misdemeanor.

this will make things more streamline and convenient for everyone,” Jones states in a news release. For more information or questions, call 745-2464.

On the move

Backyard Antiques and Treats has opened its new digs in Choctaw, at the corner of Highways 65 and 9. Many of the See Businesses on page 2

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The state highway department sanded/ salted the overpass in Clinton and parts of Highway 65 in preparation for Friday's snowfall. (Photo by Anita Tucker/Voice)

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cle accident on state Highway 124 resulted in a call for extraction equipment after one person was trapped. Five vehicles were involved in the ac-

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vendors made the move with store, and the new place looks very nice indeed. Its hours are 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Saturday and noon-5 p.m. Sunday. The word “treats” was added to the name to highlight the addition of a snack bar. If you’re a long-timer in Van Buren County, you might remember that the building was once the Watergate Museum and a little later it became a restaurant and bar for a time. Now occupying the location that Backyard vacated is Howard’s, which is making the move from its current building across the street. Lawrence and Glen-

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cident, just east of Cadron Bridge about 6:45 a.m., according to talk on police scanners. Highway 16 East was closed for quite some time as a tow truck and crane worked to remove a semi that jackknifed

on Pee Dee Bridge, taking out the guard rail. A rescuer was heard on the scanner saying the truck “jackknifed pretty dang good.” The truck was hanging off the bridge, a sheriff’s deputy reported. Several trac-

tor trailer rigs slid, stalled and jackknifed on U.S. 65 north of Clinton, and Searcy County stepped in to help Van Buren County officials. School kids got a three-day weekend as superintendents in all three school dis-

tricts in the county made the call to cancel classes. Buses ran snow routes on Monday, picking up riders at main highways. County government offices also closed Friday, and everyone who could

stay home was urged to do so. Much of the snow had melted by Sunday, and with temperatures expected to reach the upper 50s, any piles of leftover flakes should be just a muddy reminder by Tuesday.

da Howard have been cleaning and painting and the old building is taking on a shine. They already are open for business as well. Hours there are 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Saturday. They are closed on Sunday.

cal fast-food restaurant. The recipient of the hair seemed more upset about the attitude of the manager than about the hair. She said the manager didn’t try to do anything to make it right. Frankly, you might as well not get all grossed out about it because hairs are occasionally going to be found in food, they just are, at a restaurant or at your grandma’s house, and it’s how the customer is treated that makes them decide whether to return. We don’t know the circumstances here, but having worked in several restaurants throughout college, we were taught that the customer is always right. If someone found a hair in their food, we gave them hairless

food free, we gave them back their money, too, and we apologized. Of course, that was back in the days when customers weren’t made to feel like an intrusion in the first place, when we also said “thank you” as we handed them their order and change. I can’t tell you how often I tell myself at a drive-through window, “I’m not going to say ‘thank you’ this time when I get my order; they are the ones who should say that.” But they almost never do. End of rant.

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of harm to persons or any school are taken seriously regardless of the validity of the report, the sheriff’s office states. Anyone with additional concerns is encouraged to contact the sheriff’s office.

Silence on the air

If you’re wondering why there was silence on KFFB Radio on Thursday morning, Bob Connell said it was a “computer meltdown.” The station was off the air a couple of hours, but it was long enough for folks to notice.

Please, thank you, sorry

The Voice received a photograph of what is reputed to be a hair in someone’s food from a lo-

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never been a threat made toward the school in any way, the news release states. As always, any threat that even hints

New trout regulations for Little Red in effect Anglers visiting the Little Red River below Greers Ferry Dam in Heber Springs are finding a few new regulations in place since the beginning of the year. The Game and Wildlife Commission voted unanimously to approve many changes which were adopted to help protect the world-famous trout fishery and spawning areas. The following regulation changes took effect Jan.1, 2017: * The 16to 24-inch protected slot limit for all trout species on Greers Ferry Tailwater has been removed, and a five-fish daily limit with only one trout over 16 inches allowed has been instituted. * The no culling regulation has been expanded to cover all species of trout on the Greers Ferry Tailwater. Once a trout of any species is caught and placed on a stringer, in a fish

basket or in a livewell, it must be kept and counts toward an angler's daily limit. * Mobility-impaired anglers may now fish on Collins Creek downstream of the wooden vehicle bridge in JFK Park. * The JFK and Mossy special regulations areas have been converted into year-round catchand-release areas. * The Cow Shoals Seasonal Catch-and-Release Area is now a yearround catch-and-release area. * Fishing times at Cow Shoals Catch-and-Release Area are from 30 minutes before sunrise until 30 minutes after sunset from Oct. 1-Dec. 31. All trout regulations for 2017 will be available in a copy of the 2017 Trout Fishing Guidebook, which is currently at the printer and scheduled for delivery during the first week of January.

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The Clinton Yellow Jackets' Junior Boys basketball team took on the Pottsville Apaches last Thursday. Pottsville came out on top. (Photos by Denise Burgess)

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Obituaries

Ann Hutto

Elizabeth Ann Franklin Hutto of Damascus, Arkansas, passed away January 5, 2017. Ann was born on September 25, 1947, the second child of five children born to Julius and Grace Jester Franklin of Curtis, Arkansas, near Gurdon. She is preceded in death by both parents. Ann is survived by all her sisters and brothers, Judy Franklin Fendley and her late husband Hugh of Arkadelphia; Buddy (Priscilla) Franklin of Las Vegas, Nevada; David (Deana) Franklin of Hot Springs; and Jane Franklin (Mike) Register of Monroe, Louisiana. She is also survived by her ex-husband, Dwight Hutto of Clinton, Arkansas, and their daughters April Suzanne Hutto (Stan) Carson of Greenbrier, and Ginger Renee Hutto (Lonnie) Duncan of Damascus; three grandchildren, Dausen Garet Duncan and Mason Brenner Duncan of Damascus, and Isabella Hopkins Carson of Greenbrier. Ann also leaves many nieces, nephews, friends and relatives. Ann was a licensed cosmetologist. She also worked as a sales clerk at department stores, a pharmacy assistant and later a hospital aide. She was devoted, hardworking and creative. She loved cooking and everyone always looked forward to her Thanksgiving chicken and dressing and homemade chocolate pies. Ann also loved making all types of holiday home decorations. Her greatest gift however was the loving help she so freely gave to her friends and family. Ann loved going to baseball, softball and basketball games and cheering on her grandchildren. She enjoyed

good humor and loved to joke, giving back as good as was given. She was strong in her will and straight in her ways, following good Christian standards and passing those ideals down to her children and grandchildren. She will be very much missed by everyone she touched. Her graveside service was 2 p.m. Sunday, January 8, 2017, at Blackwell Cemetery, Bee Branch, Arkansas. Pallbearers: Lonnie, Dausen and Mason Duncan, Stan Carson Jr., Dwight Hutto and Jeff Matthews. Honorary pallbearers: Matt Moix and Wilber Walters. Memorials may be made to Arkansas Hospice-River Valley, 220 John Babish Lane, Russellville, AR 72081. Arrangements By Cornwell Funeral Home in Dardanelle. Online guest book www.cornwellfuneralhomes.com.

David Radcliff

David Ernest Radcliff, 58, of Danville, passed away Monday, January 2, 2017, at Baptist Health in Conway. Born May 19, 1958, to Frances Radcliff and Lucille Swiger in Paynesville, Ohio, David was employed by Wayne Farms in Danville. In his free time David enjoyed his motorcycles, boating, and fishing. Left to cherish his memory are his father, Frances Radcliff; children Joshua and wife Tamra Radcliff of Damascus, Shanna and husband Johnny Pearce of Greers Ferry; siblings Floyd, James, and Amber Radcliff; five grandchildren; and other family and friends. David is also survived by the mother of his children, Mary Pricer of Clinton. David is proceeded in death by his mother; daughter Aman-

da Tyarks; brothers John and Donald Eugene Radcliff; and two grandchildren. Services to be announced later. Cremation arrangements by Clinton Funeral Service of Clinton. To sign David's book of memories, go to www.clintonfuneralservice.com.

Stanley Russ

Former Arkansas State Sen. Stanley Russ of Conway departed this life on Thursday, January 5, 2017, three weeks after being diagnosed with leukemia. He was preceded in death by his parents, O.S. and Gene Russ; a sister, Laura Alice Benignus; and the love of his life, Nina Ruth Benton Russ, his sweetheart and wife for 55 years. He is survived by one daughter, Debbie Merritt (Jim) of Conway; a son, Stan Russ (Tami) of Little Rock; five grandchildren, Anna Ruth Merritt, Russ Merritt (Rachael), Libby Harrington (Ben), Kaitlin Russ and Molly Russ; two great-grandchildren, Aiden Merritt and Silas Merritt; one sister, Joann Austin of St. Louis, Missouri; special friend, Nina McGehee; and a host of other family and friends. Stanley Russ was born on August 31, 1930, in Conway. He graduated in 1952 from the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville with a Bachelor of Science in Education degree with a major in agriculture. Stanley served in the U.S. Army from July 1952 until July 1954. He was discharged with the rank of first lieutenant and was then named company commander in the Arkansas National Guard in Morrilton (Conway County). He remained in the Arkansas National Guard until September 1961, and in 1995, he was inducted into the U.S. Field Artillery OCS Hall of Fame at Fort Sill.

After leaving the Arkansas National Guard, he went to work in the life insurance business (and remained in the business throughout his time in the Arkansas Senate). Stanley is best known for having served for 26 years in the Arkansas State Senate. Senator Russ served from 1975 through the year 2000. Stanley was always available to his constituents and cared deeply for the area he represented, which included Van Buren County He was a true friend of agriculture and was proud of his efforts to assist 4-H clubs throughout Arkansas. He was president pro tempore of the Arkansas Senate from 1995 to 1997, and served as governor on several occasions when both the governor and lieutenant governor were out of state at the same time. On one of those occasions, in November 1996, Russ created the Medal of Honor Commission that built the Medal of Honor Memorial on the Arkansas State Capitol grounds. In 1981 he was named one of the Ten Outstanding State Legislators in the United States by the Assembly of State Government Employees. In 1985, he was honored by the Municipal League of Arkansas for Distinguished Service, and in 1986, he received the Distinguished Service Award from the Conway Chamber of Commerce. He was elected into the Arkansas Tech University Hall of Distinction in 1994 and the Arkansas Agriculture Hall of Fame in 2000. Russ was named, along with James Bridges, the 2012 University of Central Arkansas Distinguished Alumni. In 2001, the building that houses the UCA Department of Mass Communication was named Stanley Russ Hall in his honor. In February 2004, Russ was awarded an honorary Doctor of Public Service degree from UCA. After he retired from politics, Stan-

The family of John Miller would like to say THANK YOU to all our friends, neighbors, family and co-workers for everything you did for us during our time of sorrow.

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Thanks to each and every one for the prayers, food, texts, calls, visits, flowers, attandance and the many kind words. Thanks to Don Nunley and his family for opening/closing the grave and singing a favorite song. Thanks to Gordon Lemings for a great service. He would have loved the way you did it. A special that you to Ozark Health Home Health, the out-patient PT and OT for all the help you gave us during his long illness. Wilma Miller, James Miller, C.J. Wilson, Lee and Loyd Anderson.

January 10, 2017 ley continued to serve the public, in his own way by helping to keep Faulkner County clean; he was regularly seen picking up litter around town in Conway. Funeral service was 1 p.m. Monday at Central Baptist Church in Conway with Don Chandler, Lou Hardin and Larry Pillow officiating. Interment was in Oak Grove Cemetery in Conway under the direction of Roller-McNutt Funeral Home of Conway. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be given to the charity of your choice and/or keep his legacy of giving by picking up litter in your community and being a good steward of what we have been given.

Frances Cogdell

Frances Elaine Cogdell, 69, of Fairfield Bay passed away Monday, January 2, 2017, at Ozark Health in Clinton. Born January 17, 1947, in Woodlake, California to the late John B. and Annie Jean Ray Cogdell, Elaine, as she was known, was a cosmetologist for most of her career. Left to cherish her memory are her daughter, Stacy Martinez of Fairfield Bay; brother John B. Cogdell Jr. and wife Martha of Mariposa, California; grandchildren Matthew Simpson, Dakota Perez, Anthony Perez, Jesse Navarro; great-grandchildren Daniel and Gage Simpson; and many friends and other family. She is proceeded in death by her parents, siblings James Allen Cogdell, Audrey Cogdell Pierce, and Danny Ray Cogdell. Graveside service was 2 p.m. Monday, Jan. 9, 2017, at Huie Cemetery with David Anderson officiating. Arrangements by Clinton Funeral Service.

Nellie Johnson

Nellie Faye Brinkley Edwards Johnson, 86, of Damascus went to be with the Lord on

January 5, 2017. Nell was born on Tuesday, September 23, 1930 in Morrilton, Arkansas to Alex and Martha Ethel (Maxwell) Brinkley. Nell is preceded in death by her parents; her first husband Doyle Edwards; second husband, Jack A. Johnson; son Gary Edwards; two brothers, Norven and Ray; and four sisters, Vena, Waynetta, Helen and Margaret. She is survived by her three sons, Robert Edwards of Damascus, Larry (Michelle) Edwards of Bigelow, Mike Edwards (Linda) of Conway; two daughters, Sandi Hensley (Steve) of Conway, Toni Johnson of Damascus; six grandchildren, Lisa, Wendi, Justin, Joey, Brian, and Ashlee; nine great grandchildren; one great-great-granddaughter; two sisters, Etta Martin of Oklahoma, Cleo Brinkley of Whitehall; one fur baby, Luci; and other family. Graveside service was 2 p.m. Sunday, January 8, 2017, at Bee Branch Cemetery in Bee Branch, Arkansas with John Evans officiating.

Ople Hale

Ople Hale was born September 13, 1923, in Perry County, a son to Zach Hale and Martha Venable Hale. He passed away on January 2, 2017 at the age of 93. Mr. Hale was a member of Bethel Baptist Church in Morrilton and he worked many years for Crompton Mills. Ople loved to rabbit hunt, he raised many good beagles for a long time. He also loved to fish and work in his garden. He is preceded in death by his parents, and wife. Mr. Hale is survived two daughters, Mary Greer and husband Bill of Bee Branch, and Debbie Fox and husband Ralph of Eads, Tennessee; three grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and one great-greatgrandchild. Funeral services were 11 a.m. Friday, January 6, at Bob Neal and Sons Funeral Home, Morrilton, Arkansas. Interment was in Wolf Cemetery.

The staff of The VOICE of Van Buren County extends sincere condolences to all who have lost loved ones. If you wish to express your appreciation to friends, neighbors, family, church and community members with a Thank You on the obit page, call (501) 745-8040 or email voiceads@artelco.com.

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Kirby Randal and Ashton Brooke Mize

Verble-Mize wed Ashton Brooke Verble and Kirby Randal Mize, both of Greers Ferry were married in a 6 o’clock ceremony Saturday, December 3, at The Hamp Williams Building in Hot Springs with Dr. Bill Halbert officiating. Parents of the bride are Kelly and Joan Verble of Hot Springs. Her grandparents are David Verble and the late Caralyn Verble of Hot Springs and the late Watson and Celeste Smith of Shirley. The bridegroom is the son of Billy Mize and Sherrie Mize, both of Vilonia. He is the grandson of Rod and Jean Mize of Conway and Frances Barger and the late Lawrence Barger of North Little Rock. The altar was decorated with a vintage lace, burlap, cream and white chiffon surrounded by tree stumps, mason jars, candles and white string lights providing a back drop for the ceremony. Recorded music was presented by DJ David Aaron Reynolds. Braeden Verble and Joshua Gieringer, cousins of the bride served as ushers. Given in marriage by her parents and escorted by her father, the bride wore a soft white strapless faille ball gown featuring a sweetheart neckline, sweeping train and empire waist accented with pearl button

detail. She wore a two tiered fingertip tulle veil accented with a pencil edge. She carried a bouquet of white roses, white hydrangeas and babies’ breath accented with royal blue delphiniums. Kelsey Verble, sister of the bride, served as maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Jessica Leatherwood and Kelsey Hyzer. Cody Sutherland served as best man. Groomsmen were Cory Mize, brother of the bridegroom, and Heath Carley. Lainee and Macy Gentry, cousins of the bride, and Reagan Mize, niece of the bridegroom, served as flower girls. Allison Rosas and Amanda Gentry, cousin of the bride, served as the house party. Following the ceremony, a reception was held on the premises. Music was provided by DJ Reynolds. After a wedding trip to Cabo San Lucas, the couple resides in Greers Ferry. The bride is a graduate of the University of Central Arkansas where she received a bachelor’s degree in fine arts in Interior Design. She is employed at F.L. Davis Interior Design department in Greers Ferry. The bridegroom is a graduate of Pittsburg State University where he received a degree in education. He is employed as a fifth- and sixthgrade math teacher at West Side Elementary in Greers Ferry.

BREEDING AGE BULLS

Marva and RG Ward had dinner with Sindee, David and Anne Morse on Tuesday night. Sindee cooked homemade spaghetti with all the trimmings. After dinner, Terry Upchurch came by and visited for a while. Lauren Foster and Ashley Anderson and Kylah came up to visit their Grandma Anne while she is here. Marva got a call from her sister, Sue Stamper, she was in Florida, so I guess she is staying warmer than we are. I went to town on Tuesday and met my sister, Thelma Murray, and picked up some home grown eggs and some surprise lilies that sister Margie Beckham sent me. I think they are so pretty, they just pop up overnight and start blooming. I visited my aunt, Geneva Meyner, and cousin Paul on Thursday afternoon. I enjoyed my visit with them very much. I came home by way of Margie Pounds’ and had a good visit with her also. I talked to Marion Smith; her company for Christmas were her children and grandchildren and a few friends. She reported they had a very good time and enjoyed a good lunch. She is still in therapy and doing better all the time. Well, I didn’t get much for this week, but will try to do better next time. Get well wishes go out to all of you who are sick and not feeling well. If you have news call me at 745-5922, leave a message if I’m

not here and I will get back to you as soon as possible. Have a good week, stay safe and God bless.

Jeff Burgess Crabtree

We have a winner in the Highway 16 West Beautician Project, Holiday Edition, "night time display." The winners are three sisters, Janie Hunter, Diane White and Elma Price for their multi scene display that wraps around the Crabtree Corner with lots of variety and color. It was a real treat for every kid at heart. Younger Johnny White told me their story and went on about how he and his Uncle John - who he calls Dad - rode mules together over much of the area. Which reminded me of the incredibly imposing sight of older Johnny White, looking every bit the mountain man as he rode his huge mule onto my place back in the ‘80s. He was friendly and informative and gave clarity to the lay of the land as he had been exploring it for years. Opal Tester, long time Crabtree correspondent, sent me a sweet holiday note and asked the following Christmas gathering be mentioned: "Meeting on Monday, December 26th, at the home of Eli and

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Maggi Jo Tester and 2 children Kimber and Caroline were Ralph and Patsy Tester, Wylie, Kali and Huck Tester from Clinton; Joseph and Gina Tester from New Port News, Virginia; Kala Lee and 3 children Dragan ans Dorrie from Midwest City, OK and Elizabeth from Ozark; Opal Tester and Diana McCollum from Conway; and Ruth and Kenny Watson from Crabtree." Last Thursday while I was splitting wood about 3 p.m., snow flurries began to fall and continued until well after dark. By morning it was 10 degrees on my front porch and more than 1 inch of fluffy light snow blanketed everything. That's the second snowfall I've noted this season but I'll be getting the official numbers soon from our local folklore researchers. If you have info about the greater Crabtree and 16 West community call, text or write Jeff Burgess 745-1249.

Amanda Berger Highway 110

We are starting off celebrating the New Year with some birthdays this week. Happy Birthday to Kala Ehemann, Michael Newland, Laura Davis and Laura Emberton! Wayne Lowrance is home from surgery and recovering well, please continue to lift him up in prayer for healing. Gilbert Lasater got a good re-

port from his doctor this week. And Sharon Prout did as well. Please keep the Watts family in your thoughts and prayers in the coming days ahead. Randall Watts went home to be with the Lord. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Thursday, January 12 at 6 p.m. the women's auxiliary of the Highway 110 Volunteer Fire Department will have a meeting to discuss upcoming events and fundraisers. All women in the Highway 110 district are encouraged and welcome to attend the meeting. Christmas break is over and the kids are back in school. I hope the students and staff have a great semester. Have a blessed week everyone. If you have any news, please contact me at: 501-745-4639 or email at: paigeberger2013@gmail.com Verse of the Week: "Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path." - Psalm 119:105

Thelma Murray Shirley

Wanda and Paul Poynor, Carolyn and Joey Ussery and daughter Shelby Barr of Greenbrier, Ted and Brenda Hooten of Searcy, Jim Hooten of Vilonia and his daughter Sara and her husband Larry Lute and four children of Vilonia, Jim Hooten’s son John Hooten and his sons Max and Brady of Conway all got together for a family Christmas. On Christmas Eve, Wanda and Paul Poynor went to Atkins to visit son Joey and family and deliver presents, and on to Russellville to visit daughter Carol Freeman and her son DaSee Neighbors on page 6

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Page 6 Neighbors from page 5 kota and her daughter Shawnee and Carol’s grandchildren Bentley and Payton. Wanda and Paul spent Christmas Day at home. Jim Hooten has bought his mother’s house in Shirley and will be moving here later this month. Jim’s son-in-law is a descendant of the Lute Mountain Lutes. Visiting Gerald Harper during the holidays were his daughter Kathy Bradley, his granddaughter Heather Orange and her son Sam McGlasson, all of Dixon, Tennessee. Melba and Ronnie Mackey and their two children and their families spent Thursday through Saturday last week with Joan Allen. They all went to Branson, Missouri, on Friday. They came

back Saturday and all of Joan’s family got together and celebrated Christmas on New Year’s Eve. Thelma Murray’s great-grandchildren were surprised to see a picture of grandma Thelma with Santa Claus. Jimmy and Thelma Murray spent time with our children and grandchildren during the holidays. Bruce and Alicia Blair had their sons home for the holidays. Keith has returned to Danville, Virginia, to work and Ethan is back working and in school in Harrison. Randy Thomas is preaching the first two Sundays of this month at Shady Grove. Belinda and Steven Murray spent Sunday night in Springfield, Missouri, visiting her sister Lissa Findley.

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The Friends of the Library will hold a flag-raising ceremony at 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 14, at the new Van Buren County Library in Clinton. The flagpole was donated by Patterson Masonic Lodge 111 of Clinton, and the local DAR. Mallard Ready Mix donated the concrete for the foundation. The Boy Scouts of America will raise the the flag. Everyone

Consistency is key

Be consistent. One of the golden rules of fitness is consistency. Nothing comes without it. Start strong. Press through when you’re feeling low energy and finish strong. Make it a priority to take action daily. It takes 21 days to form a habit. Start by committing to 21 days. Create a routine and

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Clinton Elementary

Monday – Breakfast: Cereal, toast, jelly, applesauce. Lunch: Corn dog, baked beans, coleslaw, spiced apples. Tuesday – Breakfast: Pancakes, spiced apples. Lunch: Vegetable beef soup, cheese toast, salad, fruit. Wednesday – Breakfast: Breakfast burrito, oranges. Lunch: Chicken fajita, northern beans, cinnamon roll, applesauce. Thursday – Breakfast: Egg/cheese/ ham wrap, fruit. Lunch: Sloppy Joe, oven fries, peas and carrots, juice. Friday – Breakfast: Cereal, cinnamon toast, fruit. Lunch: Ham and cheese wrap, black-eyed peas, broccoli/Ranch, raisins.

Tommy Blount will bring his prophecy seminar, Jesus Revelation of Hope, What the Bible Really Says, to the Seventh-day Adventist Church, 126 Skyhill Drive, just north of Clinton, beginning at 6:30 p.m. Jan. 13. The second night, Jan. 14, begins at 6:30 p.m. and the Jan. 16-21 seminars begin at 7 p.m. The

Geri’s Fit Tips

School Menus Jan. 9-13 Monday – Breakfast: Breakfast pizza or cereal, fruit. Lunch: Chicken sandwich, tater tots, broccoli with dip, baked beans, orange smiles. Tuesday – Breakfast: Bagel and cream cheese or cereal, fruit. Lunch: Potato/ham soup, spinach salad, celery sticks, pear half, cheesy breadsticks. Wednesday – Breakfast: Chocolate gravy, biscuit or cereal, fruit. Lunch: Turkey roast, brown gravy, mashed potatoes, green beans, cranberry sauce, peaches, rolls. Thursday – Breakfast: Burrito, potato logs or cereal. Lunch: Chicken/noodles, peas and carrots, salad, strawberry and banana, cornbread, vanilla ice cream. Friday – Breakfast: Oatmeal, cinnamon toast or cereal, fruit. Lunch: Frito pie, veggie strips/Ranch, cucumber salad, applesauce, Snickerdoodle.

is welcome.

January 10, 2017 event is free, the message is non-denominational and everyone is invited. Family and friends of Kristy Smith will celebrate her life with a benefit blowout bash at TC's Midtown Grill, 1611 E. Oak St. Suite 15, Conway, from 7 p.m. to 2 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 15. There will be music, an open mic, and fundraising to help Smith's family with final bills.

Clubs The Idle Hour Bridge Club met Thursday at the home of Jo Nell Warren. Winners for the evening were: high, Emma Hink; second high, Conie Reamey; traveling, Gay Whillock; and bingo, Jo Nell Warren.

turn your action-plan into daily habits. One thing I can promise you, if you’re consistent you will see results. To achieve consistency, you will want to think about the types of exercise that you can do on a regular basis. Going to the gym, going to Zumba or boot camp, using home exercise equipment, investing in exercise DVDs or going to the track at the park may be some things you want or need to work

out with consistency. Enlist a workout buddy for accountability. Schedule your workout like an appointment you can't miss. Write it down on your calendar and check it off. Consistency with working out not only affects your physical health but it also affects your mental health by reducing stress and increasing your mental well being. So get moving and make a commitment to yourself to be consistent.

Haydon

Reed

has been released from the Van Buren County Detention Center on $10,000 bond.

with residential burglary and criminal trespass. On December 23, 2016, deputies responded to a burglary in progress call on State Highway 124 East. Deputies apprehended Jessica Shawn Walton, 36, of Higden at the residence, but Reed ran into the woods and was not located at that time.

Police Report Traffic stop brings drug charges

On December 30th, 2016, Officers from the Clinton Police Department, assisted by Van Buren County deputies arrested 35-yearold Beau Brandon Haydon of England during a traffic stop. A Clinton officer said he noticed Haydon’s vehicle drifting side to side in its lane. The officer said Haydon told him he was out of gas and trying to make it to a gas station by coasting. Haydon’s drivers license was suspended, the officer discovered, and a search of the vehicle turned up plastic bags containing a white crystal

substance believed to be methamphetamine, according to court documents. Later, the deputy who transported Haydon to the county jail discovered a bag of white crystal substance in the crease of his patrol vehicle’s back seat, according to the report. During the stop law enforcementfound Haydon to be in possession illegal drugs and drug paraphernalia. Haydon is being charged with felony possession of a controlled substance with the purpose to deliver, felony possession of drug paraphernalia, driving on suspended driver license, and prohibited coasting. Haydon

Senior Citizens Center Menu Jan. 9-19

Jan. 9 – Baked chicken strips, cauliflower with cheese sauce, peas and carrots, cookie. Jan. 10 – Meatloaf, scalloped potatoes, broccoli, wheat bread, fresh fruit. Jan. 11 – Sliced ham, black-eyed peas, greens, cornbread, cran-apple dessert. Jan. 12 – Fried fish, baked potato, pinto beans, hush puppies, banana pudding. Jan. 17 – Chicken and dumplings, green beans, stewed tomatoes, blueberry muffins. Jan. 18 – Vegetable beef soup, Oriental slaw, cornbread, fruit.

Burglary suspect in jail

A Conway man wanted in a December residential burglary is now in custody at the Van Buren County Detention Center. Simon Eric Reed, 40, has been charged

Jan. 19 – Pork roast, au gratin potatoes, orange glazed beets, wheat bread, apple cake.

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Daily journal by WWI soldier records history

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Pennington was teacher, cattleman, store owner William Emery Pennington was the youngest of five children born to Edmond and Louisa Boone Pennington in Van Buren County near Morganton. Born Jan. 16, 1896, he attended Panther Bluff School, about a mile from his home. In 1913-14, he boarded in Damascus and attended school there. In 1915, he attended a school at Morganton, about 5 miles from his home. He boarded at Clinton for high school. A serious student, it is said he would cover his answers with his hand so others could not copy. After his dis-

charge from the military, Pennington’s first teaching job was at Victory School near his home in the Colony Community. He taught for four months at Martinville and earned $110 per month. He was principal at Yellville in 1921-22, and taught in England in 1923. He received degrees from Arkansas State Teachers College, and became superintendent of a rural consolidated small high school at Devalls Bluff from 1927-34. Pennington’s first wife, Euna Estes Pennington, died in 1936 when the couple

were both teaching in Hazen. He moved to Conway where he operated a book store and Normal Station Post Office on the State Teachers College campus. There he met Irene Kendall of Smithville in Lawrence County. She was a graduate of Sloan-Hendrix Academy. They married Sept. 26, 1937, and she completed her college education at the State Teachers College in 1940. In the mid 1940s, the couple opened Home and Auto Supply Store, also known See Pennington on page 8

June 11th, 1918

I have decided to keep a written diary of the events and happenings that come under my observation while I am in the service of the United States, therefore I must begin today. I awoke this morning feeling just a little sick, which is out of the ordinary, but worked hard till noon in order to finish “scratching” a piece of cotton. Immediately after dinner, I went for the mail and found a notice for me to report at ShirSee Journal on page 8

William Emery Pennington had his picture made before heading off to the military in 1918.

William Emery Pennington grew up in Morganton.

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Page 8 Journal from page 7 ley on the 14th to entrain for Fayetteville, Arkansas, for a special course in training. After noon I rested a while then plowed some corn. It was a very hot day. William Emery Pennington didn’t say why he made up his mind to keep a daily journal while he served in World War I, but he proved to be a man of his word. His induction notice from the War Department told him to report to the local board at Shirley, Arkansas, on June 14, 1918. He should bring with him, the notice said, “two

suits of underclothing, one suit of outer clothing, in good condition, a sweater, a stout pr of shoes, three prs socks, and two bath towels.” Before he could go, though, Pennington, a 22-yearold single man, had some work to do.

June 12th

Finished plowing my patch of corn assisted by my father. In the afternoon, I made some preparations for leaving and assisted father some in plowing.

June 13th

My three brothers and I went to Driscol’s and had our pictures made in a group; came back

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and took dinner with Allie. After noon we returned home and I finished my preparations for leaving. Ellis said the night with me. The train trip from Shirley to Fayetteville took Pennington through Seligman, Missouri, he writes, and he arrived in Fayetteville early the next morning on June 15th. Pennington spent several weeks in Fayetteville, drilling, working and enjoying some trips to the city where local churches presented programs for the soldiers. Next week: Pennington sails for Europe.

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W.E. Pennington in his World War I uniform.

Pennington from page 7 as Western Auto, on Front Street in downtown Conway. Irene sold records in the store because she loved music. They also had a store, Bruce Street Market, a block from the college campus. Once they sold the store on Front Street and closed the Bruce Street Market, Pennington became a cattleman and raised Polled

Herefords on his farm west of Conway near Toad Suck Ferry. At the age of 77, he was daily taking care of the animals, but in the mid-1970s he sold his herd to his great-nephew. Some descendants of this herd still roam the land. Pennington’s father had homesteaded near Morganton and his first encounter with animals was raising goats for sale as a youngster. At the age of 70,

Irene and W.E. Pennington got married in 1937.

Pennington began to sell real estate. He did this from July 1966 through September 1971. He bought rental property and was a landlord until his death. He expected his rent the day it was due. Pennington was a member of the Green Grove Lodge No. 107, Little Rock Consistory, Faulkner County Shriners, Scimitar Temple of Little Rock, Kiwanis Club and the First Methodist Church. He once wrote, “I moved to Conway but it has proved to be a good move for me. Conway is a good growing city and I have tried to take advantage of the opportunities and grow along with it. I do not want to brag, but have done well.” Pennington wanted to live to be 100, but he didn’t quite make it. He died Jan. 30, 1989, at the age of 94. – By Ina Lee Pennington Cassell

(d) (1) The circulation of a legal newspaper shall be proven bona fide by at least fifty percent (50%) of the subscribers thereto having paid cash for their subscriptions to the newspaper, or its agents, or through recognized news dealers, over a period of six (6) months. (2) A legal newspaper must publish an average of forty percent (40%) news matter which has sufficient merit to have created a following of paid readers. (e) (1) The definition of “legal newspaper” provided in this section shall not be construed to classify as legal newspapers publications such as racing forms, shopping guides, and similar publications devoted primarily to advertising. (2) Special class publications having a bona fide circulation such as patriotic organs, religious publications, construction journals, and other similar class publications shall not be affected under the provisions of this section. History. Acts 1937, No. 152, §§ 1-5; 1937, No. 263, §§ 1, 2; Pope's Dig., §§ 8777-8781; Acts 1943, No. 57, §§ 1, 2; A.S.A. 1947, §§ 15-108 — 15-112; Acts 1988 (3rd Ex. Sess.), No. 34, § 1.

2015 Arkansas Code Title 1 - General Provisions Chapter 3 - Publication Of Laws, Reports, Etc. § 1-3-106 - Newspapers eligible to publish notices. Universal Citation: AR Code § 1-3-106 (2015) In all counties in which there are cities of the first class, the publication provided for in this chapter may be made in one (1) daily newspaper of general circulation or in one (1) or more weekly newspapers of general circulation in the county.

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January 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Evie Edwards

January 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jim Miller

January 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kyle Guerrieri

January 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Justin Moses

January 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . Joanna Ingram

January 14 . . . . . . . . . . . Shawn Overbey

January 10 . . . . . . . . . . . Zackery Pistole

January 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Faye Rodgers

January 10 . . . . . . . . John Dalton Smiley

January 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jordan Rowe

January 10 . . . . . . . . . . Steven Young, Sr.

January 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tim Stone

January 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Marie Luke

January 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Grant Weaver

January 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Zayden Nixon

January 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Irene Williams

January 12 . . . . . . . . . . Cameran Cullum

January 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . James Wilson

January 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . Mary L. Hanks

January 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Loy Bobruk

January 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Emily Herr

January 16 . . . . . . . . . . . Kendra Habelitz

January 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . Wyatt Thomas

January 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kyle Hensley

January 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Roy Brewer

January 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tyler King

January 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mike Guynes

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Here at The Voice of Van Buren County, we love puzzles and games, contests and prizes. And we want you to play along with us. Solve our Word Find puzzle and enter for a chance to win a prize. Puzzle entry may not be a photocopy, originals from newspaper only. Let us know “Where In the County Is This?” and you become eligible for our drawing for a one-year subscription to The Voice. There will be one winner for each contest every month. To enter, mail your puzzles to The Voice / P.O. Box 1396 / Clinton, AR 72031 or drop them by our downtown office, 260 Griggs St., Clinton. You can also call us at 745-8040 to tell us where the week’s picture was taken. Deadline to enter is 2 p.m. Feb. 3, 2017; drawing will be at 4 p.m. Feb. 3. This month's Word Find sponsor is Southern Belle Salon, Highway 65 South, Clinton.

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CHURCH PAGE

Photo by EuGene Smith

Thanks to those of you who called and correctly identified last week's featured church as First Pentecostal Church of Clinton. If you can identify this Church call 745-8040. (Remember to give me a contact for the history of your Church. We want to print the history of every Church in Van Buren County with your help, we will.) Antioch General Baptist Church 1608 Highway 9, Fox (870)363-4509 Archey Valley Community Church Highway 254, Chimes Bee Branch Baptist 11509 Hwy 65 South, Bee Branch 654-2630 Bethel Community Church 17904 Highway 95 W, Cleveland Botkinburg Baptist Church 9297 Highway 65 N, Botkinburg 745-3530 Botkinburg Community Foursquare Church 7054 Highway 65 N, Botkinburg 745-2311 Burnt Ridge Community Church 5846 Burnt Ridge Road, Clinton 745-6737 Calvary Missionary Baptist Church ABA 144 Nickie Ave., Clinton 745-3245 Choctaw Baptist Church 208 Highway 330 E, Clinton 745-7370 Choctaw Christian Center 4157 Highway 65 S, Choctaw 745-8264 Choctaw Church of Christ 233 Highway 330 E, Choctaw 745-8264 Christian Fellowship Church 674 Highway 658, Clinton Church of Christ 20452 Highway 16 W, Alread 745-5498 Church of the Nazarene 1664 Highway 65 S, Clinton Clinton Church of Christ 184 Third Street, Clinton 745-4252 Clinton Seventh-day Adventist Church 125 Skyhill Drive, Clinton 745-4532 Clinton United Methodist Church 636 Joe Bowling Road, Clinton 745-5181 Colony Church of Christ Hwy 92 E, Bee Branch Corinth Baptist Church 5158 Holley Mountain Road, Clinton Cornerstone Evangelical Church 3351 Highway 330 S, Fairfield Bay 884-6657 Crabtree Foursquare Church 11301 Highway 16 W, Crabtree 745-2894 Culpepper Community Church 6055 Highway 336 W, Culpepper Culpepper Mountain Church of Christ 118 South Essie Road, Culpepper Damascus United Methodist Church 17194 Highway 65 S, Damascus Eagle Heights Baptist Church Independent Fundamental VBC Fairgrounds, Clinton 757-0013

Eglantine Church of Christ 3796 Highway 330 S, Shirley 884-6880 Fairbanks Community Church 4753 Arkansas 356 E, Bee Branch Fairfield Bay Baptist Church 481 Dave Creek Parkway, Fairfield Bay 884-3371 Fairfield Bay United Methodist Church 765 Dave Creek Parkway, Fairfield Bay 884-3373 Faith Baptist Church Highway 65 N & Harper Mountain Lane Dennard,AR Faith Christian 10839 Edgemont Road, Edgemont 723-8109 Faith Lutheran Church 310 Snead Drive, Fairfield Bay 884-3375 First Assembly of God Church 2466 Highway 65 N, Clinton 745-2285 First Baptist Church of Clinton 211 First Baptist Road, Clinton 745-6113 First Baptist Church of Damascus 43 Oak Tree Road, Damascus 335-7440 First Baptist Church of Sugarloaf 557 Arkansas 337, Higden 654-2354 First General Baptist Church 664 Highway 16 E, Clinton 745-4043 First Pentecostal Church of Clinton Highway 65 S at 1128 Lyn Road, Choctaw Formosa Baptist Church 630 Highway 9 W, Clinton 745-7709 Formosa Church of Christ 4940 Highway 9 W Clinton 745-4446 Friendship Baptist Church 1321 Third St., Clinton 745-7177 Full Gospel Tabernacle 128 Catland Lane, Shirley 723-4500 Grace Church 3793 Highway 65 S, Clinton 472-7462 Half Moon Baptist Church 1031 Half Moon Road, Clinton 745-2273 Harmony Mountain Church of Christ Quattlebaum and Harmony Mtn Roads 745-2059 Hope Community Church 905 Damascus Road, Quitman Immanuel Baptist Church 498 Highway 16 E, Clinton 745-8528 Kaley Hill Missionary Baptist 6505 Highway 356, Bee Branch

Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses 3624 Highway 65 S, Clinton 745-8781 Kirk of the Hills Presbyterian Church 250 Dave Creek Parkway, Fairfield Bay 884-3304 Landmark Missionary Baptist Church ABA 229 Third St., Clinton Lexington Baptist Church 9525 Highway 110, Shirley 723-4787 Liberty Missionary Baptist Church 2712 Highway 254 W, Chimes Community Low Gap Community Chapel 4320 Low Gap Road, Alread Lute Mountain Community Church Victory Lane near Highway 16, Shirley 723-8299 MainLine Full Gospel 114 Mariposa Loop, Bee Branch 253-1005 Maranatha Assembly of God 11929 Highway 16 E, Shirley 723-8181 Mount Zion Church of Christ 1202 Highway 16 W, Clinton 745-2572 Mount Zion General Baptist 2333 Mount Zion Road, Bee Branch 362-3807 New Beginning Church 12200 Highway 254 E, Dennard New Hope Baptist Church 4198 Highway 65 N, Clinton 757-2332 New Liberty Church of Christ 4815 Highway 95, Cleveland 669-2575 New Life Apostolic Church of Clinton 198 Richard Road, Clinton 745-6411 Peace Lutheran Church of Edgemont 10849 Edgemont Road, Edgemont 723-4726 Pee Dee Baptist Church 2744 Highway 16 E, Clinton 745-4115 Pine Grove General Baptist Church 102 Silvertree Road, Shirley Pine Mountain General Baptist Church Gravesville Cutoff Road, South of Bee Branch Plant Baptist Church 4897 Highway 110, Clinton 745-6887 Pleasant Grove Friendship Church 22210 Highway 16 W, Alread 745-8450 Pleasant Valley Baptist Church 5092 Banner Mtn Road, Shirley 723-4737

Pleasant Valley General Baptist No. 1 5153 Highway 92 W, Bee Branch Point Remove Baptist Church 10954 Highway 336 W, Formosa Rabbit Ridge Church of Christ 215 Rabbit Ridge Road, Bee Branch 745-4634 Red River of Life Church of God 10839 Edgemont Road, Edgemont 723-8109 Rupert Baptist Church 21434 Highway 16 W, Clinton 745-8593 Salem Primitive Baptist Church Gravesville Cutoff Road, Bee Branch Sand Springs Missionary Baptist Church Highway 124 E, Damascus 335-8003 Sardis Freewill Baptist 4141 Highway 124, Gravesville 335-8027 Scotland Baptist Church 278 Postal Lane, Scotland 592-3787 Scotland Church of Christ 297 Scotland-Formosa Road, Scotland Scotland Lighthouse Christian Fellowship Church 1476 Scotland-Formosa Road, Scotland 592-3311 Shady Grove Baptist Church 5448 Shady Grove Road, Shirley 723-4273 Shady Grove Chapel 4790 Highway 254 E, Dennard Shirley Church of Christ 10509 Highway 16 E, Shirley 745-4859 Shirley Community Church/First United Methodist 784 Matthew Clark Memorial Drive, Shirley 723-4387 Shirley First Baptist Church 10277 Highway 16 E, Shirley 723-8171 South Side Baptist Highway 65 N, Damascus 335-7423 St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church 250 Woodlawn Drive, Fairfield Bay 884-3349 St. Jude Catholic Church 3178 Hwy 65 S, Clinton 745-5716 Tabernacle of Praise 159 Boston Fern Road, Shirley 723-8280 The Gathering Ministry Outreach 80746 Highway 16 W, Rupert 745-3883 The New Tabernacle 12174 Highway 65 N, Dennard 514-8535 The Power House (non-denominational) 159 Mt. Zion Road, Bee Branch, AR 253-2385 Trace Ridge Bible Church Highway 254 W at Morris Road, Chimes Walnut Grove Church 6940 Highway 95 W, Clinton 745-3445 Zion Hill Missionary Baptist ABA 29129 Highway 16 W, Jerusalem 745-4467

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF VAN BUREN COUNTY, ARKANSAS FOURTH DIVISION NO. PR-2016-53 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF HENRIETTA T. RADFORD, deceased NOTICE OF PROBATE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS LAST KNOWN ADDRESS OF DECEDENT: 859 Dave Creek Parkway Fairfield Bay, AR 72088 DATE OF DEATH: May 31, 2016

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CASE NO. CV 2016-202 MCENTIRE INVESTMENTS CORPORATION PETITIONER VS. FRANK HOYLE, FRANKLIN W. DEMBO, ELLA KNIGHT; THEIR HEIRS AND ASSIGNS; AND CERTAIN LANDS LYING IN VAN BUREN COUNTY, ARKANSAS; And any person, entity, or organization, Claiming any right, title, interest or Township or claim in and to: PT/ SW1/4 NW1/4, Section 11, Township 11N, Range 14W, Van Buren County, Arkansas; SW1/4 SE1/4 NE1/4, Section 14, Township, 12N, Range 14W, Van Buren County, Arkansas; PT. W1/2 SW1/4, Section 30, Township 10N, Range 13W, Van Buren County, Arkansas. RESPONDENT

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The Philip J. Sallee was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of the above-named decedent on August 19, 2016. A contest of the probate can be affected only by filing a petition within the time provided by law. All persons having claims against the estate must exhibit them, duly verified, to the undersigned within six (6) months from the date of the first publication of this notice, or they shall be forever barred and precluded from any benefit in the estate. Provided, that claims for injury or death caused by the negligence of the decedent shall be filed within six (6) months from the date of the first publication of the notice, or they shall be forever barred and precluded from any benefit in such estate. THIS NOTICE first published this 3rd day of January, 2017. Philip J. Sallee, Personal Representative By: /s/ Kent Tester . KENT TESTER, I.D. No. 89123 Tester Law Firm, P.A. Attorney at Law 230 Hwy. 65 North, Suite 7 Clinton, AR 72031 501-745-7077 FAX 501-745-6161 kent@testerlaw.com

AMENDED NOTICE OF QUIET TITLE ACTION Notice is hereby given that a Petition has been filed in the office of the Circuit Clerk of Van Buren County, Arkansas, to quiet and confirm title in and to the following described property in Van Buren County, Arkansas: Parcel 1: Part of the Southwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter (pt. SW1/4 NW 1/4), Section Eleven (11), Township Eleven (11) North, Range Fourteen (14) West, Van Buren County, Arkansas described as beginning at the Southeast Corner of said SW 1/4 NW 1/4, Section 11, T-11-N, R-14-W: Thence West 183.00 feet along the south line of said SW 1/4 NW 1/4 to a point; Thence N 01 22" 30" W 205.20 feet to a point: Thence N 88 22" E 188.00 feet to a point on the east line of said SW 1/4 NW 1/4: Thence South 210.50 feet along said east line to the point of beginning. Containing 38,549 square feet or 0.89 acres according to the Charles Neal Survey filed in Survey Book B Page 492. Parcel 2: Part of the West Half of the Southwest Quarter (Pt. W 1/2 SW 1/4), Section Thirty (30), Township Ten (10) North, Range Thirteen (13) West, Van Buren County, Arkansas. Described as beginning at a point 1275.0 feet north of the SE Corner of said W1/2 SW1/4; Thence West 210.0 feet; Thence North 200.45 feet to a county road; thence along said county road N 87 22" 45" E 210.22 feet; thence south 210.0 feet to the point of beginning, containing 1.0 acre, more or less, and subject to all roadways and easements which might be of record. Parcel 3: The southwest quarter of the southeast quarter of the northeast quarter (SW1/4 SE1/4 NE1/4) of Section Fourteen (14), Township Twelve (12) North, Range Fourteen (14) West, Containing 10 acres, more or less. The properties described herein were conveyed to McEntire Investments Corporation via Limited Warranty Deeds issued pursuant to a tax sale conducted by the Commissioner of State Lands, State of Arkansas under the provisions of Act 626 of 1983, as amended, after the properties remained unredeemed following expiration of the time required by law. The last person, firm or corporation to pay taxes on the above described real property were Frank Hoyle, Franklin W. Dembo and Ella Knight. All persons, firms, corporations, or improvement districts that can set up any right to the real property conveyed and forfeited is hereby notified to appear herein, before the Circuit Court of Van Buren County, to assert his/hers/its title or interest in said properties and to show why the title to the real property should not be confirmed, quieted and vested in Petitioner herein, in fee simple. WITNESS my hand and seal of this Court this 20th day of December, 2016. /s/ Ester Bass VAN BUREN COUNTY CLERK BY /s/ Lori Jones . DC NATHAN S. MORGAN, 2008269 Morgan Law Firm, P.A. Attorney for Petitioner 148 Court Street Clinton, AR 72031 (501) 745-4044

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January 10, 2017

The Voice of Van Buren County

Fishing Report General Fishing Regulations

Joseph Miller of Clinton still holds the Arkansas State Fishing Record (using unrestricted tackle) for the Spotted Gar (11 lbs, 12 oz) he caught April 9, 2005 at Lake Overcup.

Unrestricted Tackle Records (Bowfishing, trotlining etc)

For the fish to be a record, with it being caught using unrestricted tackle, it must outweigh the current "sportfishing record / weight" (caught on hook and line). All species of fish (caught by legal means) are eligible to be “record fish.” If a species of fish isn’t listed in the AR sport-fishing records, it simply means that no one has submitted it for “record” consideration.

State Record Fish Policy

If you have caught a record fish, as soon as possible contact a fisheries biologist and/or wildlife officer. DO NOT freeze the fish, however put it on ice.

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The AGFC State Record Fish Policy, Application, list of certified scales and phone numbers for AGFC offices are listed on the website, www. agfc.com. If it's after hours, call 1-800482-9262 and ask to speak to the fisheries biologist/wildlife officer in the county that you are in. Be sure to read the entire policy as the fish MUST be weighed on certified scales and the weight MUST be witnessed by an AGFC or USFWS employee and the fish species MUST be identified by an AGFC /USFWS fisheries professional. Scales certified up to 100 pounds can be found at the following Fisheries Offices: Mountain Home Office, Rogers Office, Hot Springs Regional Office, Jonesboro

Regional Office, Perrytown Regional Office, Mayflower Office, and Monticello Regional Office. The Little Rock Headquarters can also weigh all fish species, including those exceeding 100 pounds. Offices that have scales that weigh up to 250 pounds are: Russellville Regional Office, Brinkley Regional Office and the Camden Regional Office Anglers are to fill out the top portion of the application. An AGFC employee MUST fill out the rest of the application. Failure to completely fill out the application may void the entry / application. Witnesses to the catch are highly desirable, but not required. An electronic picture of the fish is required.

It is illegal to: • Refuse an officer's lawful request to see or inspect your wildlife, tackle, weapon or license. • Flee from an officer or interfere with an officer performing his or her duties. • Aid, accompany or abet someone else in a violation. • Import, transport, possess or take endangered species. • Transport illegally taken fish or wildlife across state lines. • Waste the edible portion of fish or wildlife, with the exception of rough fish. • Take wildlife for scientific studies without a permit from the AGFC. • Use game fish and their parts, dead or alive, for bait or lures, except for 4-inch and smaller bream or bream over 4 inches that were caught by hook and line. (Bream over 4 inches must be counted toward your daily limit.) • Buy or sell game fish unless they were raised by a licensed fish farmer or unless they are bream 4 inches or shorter. In either case, a fish dealer's license may be required. • Litter or fail to extinguish fires on public property. • Take or possess the Ouachita streambed salamander. • Take bait, other than insects, freshwater shrimp, worms and baitfish from

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public waters and sell or offer to sell it. A fish dealer's license may be required. • Release any fish, baitfish or crayfish into public waters without written permission from the AGFC, unless releasing said species into waters where they were originally taken. • Possess fish or wildlife taken by someone else without a signed statement from the taker, stating name, address, species, date taken and license number. (This requirement applies to commercial storage facilities). • For a guide to give away his or her fish if it will cause the recipient to exceed his or her daily limit. • Place or use rebar or any nonwoody materials into the substrate of AGFC-owned lakes without prior approval. • Possess fish that are filleted or have head or tail removed while fishing from the shore, boat or transporting fish by boat on catch-andrelease areas and length/slot limit waters. • Drive, harass or pursue trout with noise, objects, boats or by wading to concentrate them. • Fish within 100 yards below any dam and within the outlet channels of Arkansas Valley Electric Cooperative Hydroelectric Plant at Barling and the Murray Hydroelectric Plant at North Little Rock. The exceptions to this include individ-

uals fishing with one handheld rod or pole in waters not otherwise posted, taking rough fish with bow and arrow in waters not otherwise restricted or taking shad with throw nets or cast nets for personal use. Additional Corps of Engineers restrictions may apply. • Cull rainbow trout. Once a trout has been retained on a stringer, in a fish basket, live well or ice chest, it must be kept and counted in the anglers limit. However, in Bull Shoals and Norfork tailwaters (except in catchand-release areas) one rainbow trout longer than 16 inches may be temporarily retained in a live well for measuring, weighing and photographing before being released. • Chum in trout waters designated as catch-and-release areas, artificial lures only areas and areas where natural or scented baits are prohibited. Chumming is defined as dislodging or depositing any substance not attached to a hook, which may attract fish. Dislodging material from the streambed to attract trout by shuffling one's feet (aka the "San Juan shuffle") is considered chumming. Dragging chains or anchors is not considered chumming. • Import trout and trout eggs without disease-free certification.

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January 10, 2017

Season's first snow

Friday was too cold for squirrel hunting in Shirley. (Photo by Denise Burgess)

Snow-covered woods in Shirley. (Photos by Denise Burgess) Snowy scene near Choctaw. (Anita Tucker/Voice)

Unhappy cactus plants in Clinton. (Photo by Robert Snyder/for the Voice)

Ice-covered window Friday morning near Choctaw. (Anita Tucker/Voice) NOTICE To All Customers of Arkansas Telephone Company The Public Service Commission designated Arkansas Telephone Company as an “Eligible Telecommunications Carrier” for its service area for universal service purposes. The goal of universal service is to provide all Arkansas Telephone Company service area customers access to essential telecommunications services. Arkansas Telephone Company provides single party residence and business service (with local usage) at rates which range from $10.52 per month for residential customers and $20.57 per month for business customers. (These rates include the monthly fee for the subscriber line charge, but do not include taxes, surcharges, or other fees that may be applicable.) These rates also provide: • • • • • • •

Voice grade access to the public switched network Touch tone service Access to emergency services Access to operator services Access to interchange service (long distance carriers) Access to directory assistance Toll blocking for qualifying low-income customers Use of some of these services may result in additional charges. Arkansas Telephone Company would be pleased to provide you with speciﬁc rates for your area upon request. Discounts Available for Low Income Customers If you are a low income customer you may qualify for Arkansas Telephone Company’s Lifeline Programs. This means that you may be eligible to receive a monthly discount for your basic phone charges. Free toll blocking is also available for qualifying customers. Please call 501-745-2114 if you have any questions. Arkansas Telephone Company 128 Church St. P.O. Box 69 Clinton, AR 72031