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TUESDAY, April 19, 2016 / Vol. 2 Issue 16 / 75 cents
Student told to jump from moving bus, lawsuit says
Elementary enchanted
A horse and carriage visited Clinton elementary school last week as a treat for the children. The youngsters were given rides in the carriage and a few princesses also were on hand.
City's water clarifier leaks, council told The Clinton Water Department's state-mandated water improvement system is not yet in working order. The water clarifier is complete but it is not properly sealed and has lots of leaks, department manager Todd Burgers told the Clinton City Council last week. The work "is not what we would expect to see for what we paid for it," Burgess said. "I would say we are very very close to litigation." In February 2012, the Arkansas Department of Health ordered the department to clean up its water in two years or face fines. As long as the department is working to solve the problem, no fines are likely to be levied. The city received a grant to cover about half of the $3 million cost of the clarifier. Asked who's to blame, Burgess said he thinks the fault is both in the engineering and the construction. He noted that change orders to the clarifier drove up the cost, and he says and there "probably wasn't enough money
to start the project." Burgess said he does not know when the clarifier will be operational. Another problem the water department is facing is work on Kip Street where 1,900 feet of line and seven crossings need to be laid. Previously, $9,200 was earmarked for the work; Burgess said it will take about $25,000 to do it. An engineer will be required to draw up plans because more than 1,000 feet of pipe is involved, Burgess said. He said work would take about three weeks after plans are approved. It is possible to have it completed within 60 days if the work is hired out, he said. Currently, water lines, phone lines and electrical lines are buried in close proximity, which is a potentially dangerous situation. On another topic, Clinton Mayor Richard McCormac noted that there have been many complaints about Media 3, which bought out Clinton Cable last year. McCormac said
company representatives will be in town this week. He said he thinks they will be at City Hall at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, but wasn't quite sure. "We'll have a list of things for them to address," he said. Anyone interested can attend the meeting, he said. Call 745-8110 to confirm the date and time. Also Thursday, Zoning official Tim Clark said he and McCormac have visited every business in town handing out business permits. He said renewal notices will be sent out next January. He also said the city may want to look at scaling back a $400,000 50-50 grant for playground equipment because of the cost to the city. New equipment is needed, he said, but the $200,00 price tag for the city's part is a concern. Parks director Charles Wilson noted that when new equipment replaces the old and the merrygo-round is gone, "it's gone." That type of equipment is no longer allowed, he said. Councilors voted
unanimously on three readings and an emergency clause to waive residency requirements for seats on the Advertising and Promotions Commission. In question was the appointment of Wes Newland who is neither a Clinton resident nor business owner. Also at the meeting: * Councilors were told that the city's revenue is down $11,659.75 for the first quarter of 2016. * The council was told that a replacement controller for the stoplight at Volunteer Parkway and U.S. Highway 65 has been found at a cost See City Council on page 2
The Shirley School District is facing a negligence lawsuit following an incident two years ago that left a student injured. Attorneys for Deborah Widener of Clinton filed the civil complaint in Van Buren County Circuit Court on April 1, 2016. The complaint states that on March 31, 2014, Widener's minor son was riding in a school bus after a track meet in Clinton late in the evening. The bus driver, identified in the complaint as Coach Jason Cowell, told the student that the bus was running late and he did not have time to stop at his house. Cowell told the student to jump from the bus as he slowed near the boy's home, according to the complaint. The student did as he was told and when he landed in the dark, "he heard a crack and cried out in pain." The boy's injuries included avulsion fracture, left tibial tubercle, impending
FFB marks 50 years
Body found in Red River Here is the report from the Van Buren County sheriff's office detailing the case of vehicle thefts and the search for a suspect. A body found Saturday, April 9, 2016, has been identified as 21-year-old Dustin Lee. The search for a missing man ended Saturday, April 9, 2016. At approximately 10:20 a.m. Stone County Sheriff's Department contacted the Van Buren County Sheriff's Department to inform them that there had been a body discovered in the Red River in the Arlburg area. Stone County officials asked for the assis-
tance of the Arkansas State Police in the recovery. The case stems from a series of thefts of vehicles and a burglary in Clinton in the morning hours of April 1, 2016. Clinton Police Department reported a stolen vehicle, a 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe, blue in color, had been stolen along with a wallet that contained $650 in cash. Subsequent investigation revealed the theft of a semi truck and another truck, all stolen earlier this same day. On April 1, 2016, at 9:26 a.m., A Van Buren County Sheriff’s deputy in the Shirley area came in con-
tact with the stolen vehicle on Shelby Road. The vehicle fled from the deputy with the deputy losing sight of the vehicle. Believing that the stolen vehicle may have turned off onto Silver Tree Road, deputies responded to the Banner Mountain area. The vehicle was not seen on Banner Mountain. Responding deputies that had driven to the Highway 110 area in case the suspect had crossed Shady Grove Road came in contact with the stolen vehicle that fled from pursuing deputies to AnSee Drown on page 2
compartment syndrome of leg and permanent scarring and disfigurement, according to the complaint. The complaint says that the Shirley School District was negligent because it had a duty to protect the student's safety at all times while transporting him on the school bus, and contends that Cowell was an agent of the school district all relevant times. The student suffered great pain and mental anguish and will continue to do so in the future, the complaint states. Widener is asking for a jury trial and requests attorney's fees and "all other proper relief to which she may be entitled." Widener's attorney is Steve Harrelson of the Harrelson Law Firm in Little Rock. The Shirley School District has 30 days to respond to the complaint, which was served on Superintendent Betty Magruder on April 7.
Hornets baseball -- Eli Leonard makes a play on the base during a conference game last week. More photos, Page 7
Family tradition -- Ten-year-old twins Anna and Jack Elliott with the family's gristmill, a tradition for generations. Story, Page 10.
Fifty years ago this month three men turned their dream for a recreational outdoor resort and retirement community into reality. On Saturday, April 23, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. the city will celebrate a half-century of the good life at the Conference and Visitor Center. The town's development will be on view in photos, songs and stories. There will be a champagne toast and cruises around the lake. Several state dignitaries are expected to be on hand. The men with the dream -- C. Randolph Warner, Neil Simonson and Jake Jacobus -began by purchasing 3,000 acres on Greers Ferry Lake and in January 196 they built a marina. Fairfield Bay was on its way. The city added two golf courses, recreational areas and a tennis complex. Conference Center was built in 1972, and remodeled a few years ago. Related stories, Page 10
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Police Report Sex offender accused of failing to register
On April 8 2016, Van Buren County sheriff's deputies arrested 36-year-old Carlton Crosston of Dennard. Crosston was arrested at his residence on a failure to comply with sex offender registration requirements warrant.
Man accused of probation violation
On April 8, 2016, deputies from the Van Buren County sheriff's office, assisted by the Clinton Police Department, made contact at Walmart with Drown from page 1
gora Mountain Road. Suspect then drove into Stone County by traveling down Angora Mountain Road and across the low-water bridge at Arlburg. The pursuing deputy followed down to the river crossing and followed the slide marks turning right onto Meadow Creek road. The pursuing deputy had a flat tire a short distance down Meadow Creek Road. At this time, other responding deputies continued on down Meadow Creek road but had no further sightings of the vehicle. At approximately 10:30, the deputy that was changing the flat tire reported that the suspect vehicle had driven past him at a high rate of speed and refused to stop. Suspect vehicle was driving back toward the Arlburg Bridge. A few minutes later, another deputy who was stationed at the Angora Mountain and Meadow Creek Road area radioed that the vehicle made it by him and refused to stop. That deputy then drove up following the slide marks to where he came upon the suspect vehicle (approximately 3 miles) at the top of Angora Mountain. The suspect vehicle had apparently lost control in a muddy area of the road, slid into a field where it hit a tree and became stuck in a muddy area. At 10:33 the responding deputy caught sight of the suspect who had made it approximately 150 feet from the vehicle. Suspect ran approximately 50-75 additional feet where last seen and disappeared in the woods. No deputies could make a positive identification of the suspect and were able to radio only a vague description of the suspect. At that
56-year-old Jessie Jones of Clinton. Van Buren County deputy knew Jones had an outstanding arrest warrant and placed him under arrest for violation of terms and condition of probation, according to a news release from the sheriff's office.
Domestic incident leads to arrest
On April 9, 2016, Van Buren County sheriff's deputies responded to a domestic incident on Cecil Avenue in Shirley. After a brief investigation into the incident, deputies arrest-
time, law enforcement had three possible suspects. Stone County as well as Searcy County Sheriff’s offices were notified and came to the area to assist. A perimeter was set up along the roadside on top of Angora Mountain and the Arlburg Bridge. The Calico Rock K-9 Unit and a search/ track dog was called to assist with the tracking of the suspect a short time later. Searchers entered the area at around 12:20 p.m. Law enforcement assisted by Game Wardens with the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission established a perimeter on the roads along the river. The search team followed what was believed to be the suspect's trail down the ravine and back to the Red River. The distance to the river can only be estimated but it took searchers approximately 30 minutes to make it to the Red River. They followed the trail approximately ½ to 1 mile along the rivers side, then into a field and then back to another river crossing. Searchers followed the trail approximately 1/4–1/2 mile down the river's side where they lost the track at the river's edge. Searchers then split up where two searchers crossed the river and two went back out and down a road that came out just north of the Arlburg Bridge. Searchers resumed the search on the west side of the river but had no specific place to start due to not knowing the direction the suspect took at the river. It was evident that the suspect looked to cross the river early on due to the track immediately going to the water's edge. The searchers never saw the suspect during the search. It is believed that suspect
ed Hershel Joe Burgess, 59, of Shirley. Burgess was charged with domestic battery in the third degree. He has been released on bond.
Scam alerts
It was reported that a couple is driving around little traveled roads in Van Buren County telling residents they are conducting a crime survey. The couple, described as black and traveling in a white SUV, is asking questions such as who lives in the home, the ages and number of residents in the household, income information and wheth-
had made it to the river quite some time prior to searchers due to the search starting just under two hours from the time suspect entered the woods. It was believed at that time that the suspect had made it across the river and was out of the area. Searchers concluded the search on the west side of the river and went back to the east side of the river. Searchers looked for approximately 300 yards on the east side and down river. Reports of the suspect being in the area led to a search of a house with no contact. The Sheriff’s Department received an anonymous call that the suspect had made a telephone call and he was “safe.” The search of the area was concluded at approximately 5:30 p.m. The Van Buren County Sheriffs Department received a call of a missing man on the night of Sunday, April 3, 2016. The Van Buren County Sheriff’s Department, Clinton Police Department and the Stone County Sheriff’s Department assisted by the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission law enforcement, organized a multi-agency search the following week. On Monday, April 4, 2016, all “tips” or alleged sightings were investigated. No persons were found to have any credible information. On Tuesday, April 5, 2016, rescue searchers with the Van Buren County Rescue Squad searched the river on personal watercraft
er there is an alarm system. Residents are warned to use caution when answering personal questions. A second scam is making another round. There have been reports of Publishers Clearing House scams on the rise. The calls appear to be coming from Jamaica. Publishers Clearing House does not ask for money before awarding a prize and the company warns that anyone asking for payment of any type in order to claim a sweepstakes prize is a scammer. Legitimate sweepstakes are free and no purand on foot from the Arlburg Bridge upriver to the area where the search ended the previous Friday. Searchers were unable to locate anything. On Wednesday, April 6, 2016, the Stone County Sheriff’s Department requested assistance from the Izard County Sheriff’s Department dive team to search the river area. Divers searched the area where the track was lost and approximately 300 feet down river. Divers were unable to recover any evidence of person(s) in the river. On Thursday, April, 7, 2016, the Stone County Sheriff’s Department conducted an aerial search of the Red River and the surrounding area with the assistance of a search helicopter. The aerial search did not reveal anything or any signs of person(s) in the river or surrounding area. All search resources were exhausted. Law enforcement believed that the suspect had made it out of the area. On Saturday, April 9, 2016, AGFC dnforcement reported to the Stone County Sheriff’s Department that a Game Warden had discovered the body of a white male in the Red River just down from the search area. The Stone County Sheriff’s Department and Arkansas State Police processed the scene. All pertinent evidence will be sent by the Arkansas State Police to the Arkansas State Crime Lab for investigation.
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for any reason whatsoever to claim a prize - don't do it. PCH never asks for money to be sent to claim a prize. At Publishers Clearing House major prizes of $10,000 or more are awarded in person, unannounced, by its Prize Patrol, or through notice in a certified letter. PCH does not call winners ahead of time.
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dogs were affected, and two of them died. The shelter plans to reopen this week. * Police Chief Toney Parish said the department has been busy and new investigator John Willoughby has hit the ground running. The police force has been dealing with several stolen vehicles as well as a domestic dispute case in which the suspect was picked up in Memphis. Asked if there are a lot of drug problems in the city, Parish said there are, but prescription drugs are a bigger problem than illegal drugs. * Street director Wilson says his department has "turned into a tree removal service." He said people are dumping brush at the river and if it gets in the water it's going to be a serious problem. He noted that the city's wood chipper is not working well and cannot keep up with mulching demands. He also said since the new library has opened on Factory Road the city is no longer hauling brush to its property nearby. * Jim Rose was unanimously chosen to replace his late father, Jerry Evans, on the Planning and Zoning Commission. * The council unanimously approved a budget amendment ordinance to cover all the 2015 budget. The "clean-up ordinance" is done each year to cover the previous year's budget. * Councilors voted unanimously to shred 2011 records. Typically, records are maintained for five years.
of $3,714.80. McCormac said he still had one more source to talk with about a controller. It had initially been thought that a replacement would cost as much as $60,000. * Near the end of the meeting, Councilor Timothy Barnes requested an executive session. City attorney Matt Gilmore asked for the reason, stating that the only legal reasons for an executive session are to discuss hiring, promotion, demotion, suspension or termination. Barnes withdrew his request saying he would have to "research how to put it." Councilman Sam Ward said he and Barnes would meet with McCormac later. (The Voice would like to note that although one council member may meet with the mayor, under the state's Freedom of Information Act the press must be notified of any meeting involving two or more council members.) * Fire Chief D.L. Webb said fireman Sean Hastings has achieved instructor status and can now teach, so firefighters won't have to go to Camden for training as often. Hastings is the second firefighter on the Clinton department to become qualified to be an instructor, joining Mike Curtis. * Van Buren County Animal Control director Reta Tharp said there has been a quarantine at the shelter after a sick puppy was taken in. She said six
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Alumni honor
Steve Smith was named Distinguished Alumni of the year at the recent Clinton High School Alumni Banquet. Smith, branch president of Simmons Bank in Clinton, was a member of the Class of 1976.
Jeweler gets certification Shannon Smith of Faye’s Diamond Mine has recently attained an Accredited Jewelry Professional certification through the Gemological Institute of America. GIA is the world’s leading authority on diamonds and colored gems, and the industry standard for both quality and education. Shannon has worked at Faye’s Diamond Mine, the Clinton area’s only Master IJO Jeweler, since 2007, and currently holds the position of floor supervisor. She has acquired extensive knowledge of diamonds and gem-
Shannon Smith stones, jewelry markets, original and custom design, and jewelry repair through several years of training and seminars. She is married to Justin Smith and they have three daughters.
ple from the Community Water System that serves more than 30,000 people in the Greers Ferry area, including part of Van Buren County, had 25 parts per billion of lead. The EPA allowable level is 15 parts per billion. Other systems with high lead levels are Harrison, Delight and Houston Waterworks, Keiser Waterworks and the North Howard Rural Water Association.
VAN BUREN COUNTY 2016 SPRING RABIES CLINIC Protect yourself and your pets from rabies. Take your dogs and cats to a vaccination clinic near your home.
THURSDAY NIGHT, APRIL 21
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Couple celebrates 60 years By Kay Bensuk
Helen Morgan Hutto
100th birthday celebration
Lead limits test high An analysis shows six Arkansas water systems have exceeded federally allowable lead limits at least once since the start of 2013. The ongoing crisis in Flint, Michigan, has highlighted how lead-tainted water can be toxic to children, and can affect attention and academic development. Environmental Protection Agency data, according to reports, shows a sam-
Camille and Raymond Wilson
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Raymond Wilson married Camille Rice on the 19th of April, 1956, at the home of Rev. T.H. Simmons in the little town of Arlburg in Stone County. During their marriage Raymond served in the U.S. Navy, traveling around the world. He retired in 1974 and moved his family "home" to the Plant community close to where he was born, raised and met Camille. They cleared the land and built their home on Linn Creek Road where they still reside. Since his retirement, Raymond has had many more jobs -- contractor, licensed water well pump installer (aka "The Pump Man"), road grader operator, tree planter, farmer, and the list goes on.
Camille has been active in the community too, joining the Extension Homemakers Club first in Dennard and later Highway 110. She has served several terms as County Council Secretary-Treasurer and two terms as Council President. She and Raymond worked diligently on the Van Buren County Fair Association with both holding officer positions on the Fair Board. They were among those who built the present Fairgrounds. In the last few years, life has slowed down for the couple. Raymond enjoys "tinkering" on things, be it lawn mowers or dump trucks. If it doesn't run now, it will when he's finished with it. Camille enjoys reading books, mostly western and mystery.
On April 9, 2016, Helen Morgan Hutto enjoyed her 100th birthday in good health with her family and friends at the First Service Bank Community Room. Her sister LaDoyne Larison, age 94, flew from California to be with her for the event. Helen's grandson, Jason Hutto, flew from Washington, DC. and others came from Oklahoma, Pine Bluff, Little Rock, Conway and Greenbrier. She has two sons, five grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. From a young girl 12 years old hoeing cotton for her family and others in Scotland, Arkansas, Helen has traveled the road
of life and remained active all these years. Her favorite thing to do is to get her rake, hoe and wheelbarrow and start to work in her yard. Through the poems she had memorized as a child she reminds us all to look at every tree, flower and cloud and appreciate its beauty. Those around her know “It takes a heap of living to make a house a home,” her favorite poem. Her comment on life was “It’s not been a perfect life, but I always tried to treat everybody right.” She said she’s had sad times and good times but the good outweighed the bad.
Clerk earns certification
What's going on ... in Shirley
Dena R. Malone, Clinton city clerk, has earned the designation of Certified Municipal Clerk, which is awarded by the International Institute of Municipal Clerks. The designation is awarded only to those municipal clerks who complete demanding education requirements, and who have a record of significant contributions to their local government, their community and state.
It's not looking good for getting a carnival for this year's Shirley Homecoming. Mayor Johnny Sowell told the Shirley City Council at its April 11 meeting that he has found out that work to line up a carnival generally needs to begin four to six months in advance. Larry Dollar was chosen as the city's parade grand marshal; the Senior Center's grand marshal will be discussed at the next meeting.
SELLING AND BUYING
In other business, Sowell said a piece of property the city had hoped to buy to preserve had appraised at considerably less than the asking price. He said the owner of the old Shirley Bank building is considering giving the city the bank section of the property to salvage because of its historical significance. The council hopes that even if the building can't be restored for use, at least the facade might be retained. Sowell said he will have more information at the May council meeting. The next item on the agenda was
a proclamation declaring the month of May National Historic Preservation Month. The council passed the motion unanimously. Also at the meeting the city discussed applying for a grant through the Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism to expand the Cottrell Wilson walking trail to the old cemetery. Sowell will check on deadlines for submitting an application. The council's next meeting is set for 7 p.m. May 9, 2016, at the Community Center. The meetings are open to the public.
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Obituaries Frank Dittmer Jr.
Frank Joseph Dittmer Jr., 86, of Dennard passed away Thursday, April 14, 2016. He was born December 6, 1929, in Dearborn, Michiganm to Frank Joseph Dittmer,Sr. and Hyldra E. Myers. He was a World War II veteran. A memorial service was held Sunday, April 17, 2016, at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home Chapel in Clinton with Mike Proctor officiating. Arrangements by Roller-McNutt Funeral Home. Online guest book www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/clinton.
p.m. and funeral service was 2 p.m. Saturday, April 16, 2016, at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home Chapel, Clinton, Arkansas, with Brother Bobby Ward officiating. Funeral arrangements by Roller McNutt Funeral Home of Clinton. Online guest book: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/ clinton
Jacob Grant
Jacob Grant, 4, of Lewisville, Texas, passed away on Wednesday, April 13, 2016. Service was 10 a.m. Saturday, April 16, 2016, at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home Chapel, Clinton, Arkansas, with Pastor Andy Lewis officiating. Burial at Plant Cemetery, Clinton. Funeral arrangements by Roller-McNutt Funeral Home. Online guest book: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/clinton.
Joe Lee
Clinton businessman Joe Lee died Sunday. No details on funeral services were available at press time.
host of nieces, nephews and step-grandchildren who all loved her dearly. Funeral service was 1 p.m. Saturday, April 16, 2016, at the First Baptist Church of Damascus with Brother Daniel Williams officiating. Interment at Spires Cemetery in Damascus. Pallbearers: Terry Hensley, Scotty Hensley, Jesse Hensley, Hunter Hensley, Joe Hensley, Rick Hensley and Robert McHughes. Honorary pallbearers: Scott McAdoo, Shane Meyer and David Westbrook. Online guest book www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/greenbrier. Arrangements by Roller-McNutt Funeral Home, Greenbrier.
The old motel was engulfed when firefighters arrives. (Photos by Ken Brown)
The building in the background was saved.
Fire consumes six-unit motel
Dorothy Hooten
Dorothy Oralee Hooten, 90, of Shirley, Arkansas, passed away Thursday, April 14, 2016. She was born February 18, 1926, at Rex, Arkansas, to Thomas “Ted” and Lou Zelia (Osborne) Jones. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Herman B. Hooten; son, Johnie Hooten; and a sister, Doris Berry. She is survived by her children, Jimmie D. and Carin Hooten, Ted C. and Brenda Hooten, Wanda and Paul Poynor, and Carolyn and Joe Ussery; nine grandchildren, Sara and Larry Lute, John and Amanda Hooten, Shannon and Paul Putman, Allison and Justin Strawn, Shelley and James Barr, Stacey Ussery, Cody and Betty Ussery, Carol Freeman and Joey Poynor; 24 great-grandchildren; one greatgreat-grandchild; numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, and a host of friends. Pallbearers: John Hooten, Paul Putman, Mason Putman, James Barr, Cody Ussery, Justin Strawn, Noah French, Larry Lute, Dillon Ross and Joey Poynor. Visitation was 1
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By Ken Brown
Edwin Keathley Betty Hensley
Betty Owens Hensley, 75, of Damascus, passed away Thursday, April 14, 2016. She was born April 28, 1940, in Conway, Arkanas, to the late Hubert and Rebecca Kirkpatrick Owens. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Damascus. She worked for several years for the Baldwin Piano Factory in Conway. Betty is also preceded in death by two brothers, Jimmy Owens and Hershel Owens, and one sister, Mary Bishop. She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Jerry Hensley of Damascus; two sons, Terry Hensley and wife April of Damascus, and Scotty Hensley and wife Heather of Damascus; five grandchildren, Hunter Hensley, Taylor Hensley, Jesse Hensley, April Meyer and Jensyn McCrey; one sister, Anna Polka of Crabtree; and a
Edwin Earl Keathly, 74, of Morrilton passed away Friday, April 15, 2016. He was born August 12, 1941, a son of the late John and Klyda McKinley Keathley. He was a plumber and a member of Forte Reach Church. Survivors include his wife Sharon Miles Keathley; daughters Lisa Stacy of Quitman, Heather Anderson of Searcy, Rachel Goshien of Cabot, Elizabeth Burris of Dumas; sons, Doug Gaither, Greg Simone and Rusty Woodard, all of Quitman; two brothers, Lynn Keathley and Don Keathley, both of Dennard; 13 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his son, David Keathley. A memorial service was 1 p.m. Monday, April 18, at Forte Reach Church with Brother Danny Ward officiating. Burial will be at a later date. Arrangements are by Harris Funeral Home of Morrilton.
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There was a fire at the old motel on Crooked Lane near the Choctaw Marina the morning of April 11, 2016. The structure did not appear to be occupied. Firefighters from Bee Branch, Botkinburg, Burnt Ridge, Choctaw, Culpep-
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medic provided medical coverage during the fire. Tankers shuttled water from Greers Ferry Lake. It is estimated that over 60,000 gallons of water were used to fight this fire and none of it came from the domestic water systems or fire hydrants.
British were on to something with tea time
I always thought that the English expression, “high tea,” was referring to their practice of drinking tea in the afternoon. I was wrong. Evidently, high tea actually refers to the tea they drink with dinner and was often referred to as “meat tea” rather than high tea. “Low tea” was actually the name for their afternoon tea and was called so because they served the tea on small or low tables (like our coffee tables). The English would often serve scones or some other type of pastry with the tea. Something else
School Choice Deadline May 1, 2016 The staff of The VOICE of Van Buren County extends sincere condolences to all who have lost loved ones.
per and Fairfield Bay battled the blaze and were able to save one structure. The six-unit single story building was a loss as the fire was through the roof before firefighters arrived. The two-story building was saved. Southern Para-
Clinton School District participates in the Arkansas Public School Choice Act of 2015. Because of changes to the School Choice Law, applications must be filed with the non-resident school district or postmarked by May 1, 2016. Applications are available on our website, clintonsd.org, under online forms or in the Superintendent's office at 765 Yellowjacket Lane, Clinton, AR. Questions can be answered by calling Sally Britton, 501-754-6000, Ext. 5819.
I did not know, the French were the first to start drinking tea and it became so wildly popular with the aristocracy that the English took up the practice. The French really, really liked their tea. There is historical documentation that they often drank 12-20 cups for the ladies and 20-40 cups for nobles. The Marquise de la Sablière is the one usually credited with adding milk to tea, which also caught on with the English. Which leads me to this, we should adopt this custom as well. A recent 11-year study was published that found a link between drinking tea and a reduction in cardiovascular disease. Drinking just one cup of tea a day decreased
the chance of having a heart attack by 30 percent. Those who drank more tea had an even greater decrease. The researchers also monitored the arterial calcium build up in the study participants. Those who drank tea had much less calcium blockage in their circulatory system, which would explain why they had fewer heart attacks or strokes. Tea contains an antioxidant called flavonoids. Other studies have found that these nutrients can help protect us from viruses, cancer, inflammation and prevent allergies. Tea, the wonder drug – who would of thunk it. -- Ron Henson, RN / Ozark Health Home Care 745-7004 opt.2
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Bocce tournament
The Van Buren County Special School adults competed April 9, 2016, in a bocce tournament in Conway. The team took seven Olympians to the tournament and brought home five gold medals and twp silver medals. The team will go on to state games in Searcy on Memorial Day weekend in May 2016. The Special Olympics team is coached by Jamie Hamilton, Jamie Williams, Paula Thomas and Jackie Johnson.
Finder needs a home -- This fine young dog is a very friendly fellow called Finder. He has been at the Van Buren County Animal Control shelter for a long time and really needs the right person to come discover what a wonderful addition to a family he would make. For more about Finder or other adoptable pets, call 745-2121.
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adopting a bed. For more information, call 745-5430.
There will be a meeting to plan the 50th reunion of the Clinton High School Class of 1966 at 1 p.m. Saturday, April 23, at Los Amigos Restaurant in Damascus. The reunion is set for 2 p.m. May 28 at Western Sizzlin in Clinton. The classmates will also tour some of the school buildings about noon the same day as the reunion. All classmates, families and friends are welcome to attend both the planning meeting and reunion.
A South Fork Nature Center Guided Nature Walk is set for 10 a.m. April 23. The South Fork Nature Center is located off Highway 330 by the Lake: Everyone is welcome to attend a Guided Nature Walk followed by an Art workshop at historic Riddle Cabin. These events are held monthly spring through fall, and admission is free. For details, visit http:// southforknaturecenter.org/2016-april-nature-walk/
ACRDC will sponsor an Earth Day celebration on Saturday, April 23. Activities will include a road pickup and a clean-up of the Alread FUN Park beginning between 9 and 10 a.m., followed by a potluck lunch at the park. Volunteers are needed to help clean up the highway, work in the park, and help spruce up the flowerbeds. ACRDC would like to initiate a flowerbed contest and is looking for individuals or groups who are interested in
School Lunch Menus Clinton Junior & Senior High
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Just a little sleepy -- Casper is all decked out in his Razorback tie ready to ... nap? Casper, 4, of Clinton likes to pose for photos for his person Holly Treece. Send your pet photos to voiceeditor@artelco.com.
Do You Want To Dance?
Do You Want to Hear Really Good Country Music? The Ozark Heritage Art Center welcomes a new band "JUST US" on Saturday, April 23, 2016 at 7:30 p.m. to the beautiful Killebrew Theatre at 410 Oak St., Leslie, AR Come enjoy an evening listening and dancing to a great five piece COUNTRY DANCE BAND playing the older classic country songs. Your favorites.
Admission is $5.00/person
Monday – Breakfast: Cereal, Goody Bun, apple wedges. Lunch choices: Fiesta burrito or cheeseburger; tomatoes, lettuce; orange juice, box of raisins. Tuesday – Breakfast: Breakfast pizza, peaches. Lunch choices: Chili cheese fries and breadsticks or turkey and cheese flatbread melt; steamed broccoli, black bean salad, cucumber slices; fresh banana, mixed fruit; or fresh garden salad. Wednesday – Breakfast: Cereal, yogurt, apple wedges. Lunch choices: Honey baked ham or chicken strips, both with rolls and mashed potatoes; green beans, baked beans, buttered corn; juice box, pears.
Thursday – Breakfast: Pancakes, sausage, blueberries. Lunch choices: Hamburger pizza and chips or grilled chicken flatbread melt; candied carrot slices, grape tomatoes, salad; fresh apple, peaches; or fresh garden salad. Friday – Breakfast: Cereal, Graham crackers, pineapple. Lunch choices: Corn dog nuggets, cookie or PB&J sandwich, cheese stick, cookie; celery sticks, baby carrots; applesauce, sliced strawberries.
Clinton Elementary & Intermediate
April 25-29
Monday – Breakfast: Cereal, cinnamon toast, grapes. Lunch: Chicken wrap, carrots and Ranch, corn, fruit cocktail. Tuesday – Breakfast: Breakfast bagel,
applesauce. Lunch: Nacho salad, pinto beans, cinnamon roll, raisins. Wednesday – Breakfast: Cherry Frudel, yogurt, strawberry cup. Lunch: Chicken tenders, macaroni and cheese, salad, blackeyed peas, roll, peaches. Thursday – Breakfast: Pancakes, ham, spiced apple slices. Lunch: Chili cheese fries, steamed broccoli, seasoned carrots, corn chips, fruit cup. Friday – Breakfast: Cereal, doughnut, pineapple. Lunch: Corn dog, coleslaw, baked beans, pears.
Shirley Schools
April 25-29
Monday – Breakfast: Mini pancakes or cereal; ham slice; fruit cup. Lunch: Corn dog, mac and
There will be a Smart Driver class for motorists 50 years of age and older from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. April 21 at Simmons Bank in Clinton. The class is offered by AARP and entitles graduates to a reduction in automobile insurance premiums. For more information call 7458200. The Van Buren County Quorum Court will hold its regular meeting at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 21, at the Courthouse Annex on Highway 65 in Clinton. The meeting is open to the public. cheese, baked beans, broccoli/Ranch, Mandarin sunset. Tuesday – Breakfast: Breakfast burrito or cereal and cheese stick; hash brown triangle. Lunch: Beef taco, corn casserole, carrot-raisin salad, peach/banana medley, peanut butter cake. Wednesday – Breakfast: Sausage cheese biscuit or cereal and half-biscuit; banana half; cranberries. Lunch: Toasted ham and cheese sandwich, french fries, veggie strips/ Ranch, fresh fruit with dip. Thursday – Breakfast: Waffles, ham slice or cereal and Goldfish Graham; peaches. Lunch: Nacho cheese crispitos, spicy pintos, jalapeno rice, diced pears/ grapes, cookie. Friday – Breakfast: Oatmeal or cereal with Graham crackers; spiced apples. Lunch: Meatloaf, mashed potatoes, green beans, buttered carrots, spinach salad, tropical fruit cloud, roll.
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Thelma Murray Shirley
Dorthy Cates got a birthday visit last Tuesday from her granddaughter Jenny Wood and sons Dalton and Jacob and daughter Rylie of Conway. Visiting Ken and Mary McWIlliams Friday through Monday were their daughter and grandson Monica and Cole West of San Antonio, Texas. Ken and Mary McWilliams live on the Tommy Godsey place. Carlene and Eddie Rushing recently visited their son Justin of Beebe. Saturday, the Rushings and grandson Kaden went with the Full Gospel Church to Branson to see Moses. Last Thursday, Carlene Rushing visited her aunt Sue Stewart of Mountain View. Last week Josh Beckham of Vestal, New York, drove to Arkansas to visit old friends and relatives. He visited his niece Shirley Bradford of Conway, his niece Bonita Worthing and her children, his nephew Tommy and Margie Beckham and their children. Josh visited Winston Tucker, Jimmy Williams and Gene Nichols, all of Clinton, but were his classmates and friends in Shirley. He also visited Garner Brown of Shirley, another classmate, as well as the Shirley Museum on Thursday. Josh left on Saturday to visit his cousin J.C. Green of Heber Springs. He was then going to Newport to visit his sister Maxine and Claude Burrows, then back to sell his home in Vestal. Anissa and Johnny Watkins of Sam Street have a new son, his name is Johnny Allen. The baby was born on April 6, weighing 7 pounds, 6 ounces, and was 19½ inches long. His big brother is Thomas Ladon. David Ragsdale and his son are spending some time at his place here on
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Highway 110 above Shirley. They are on vacation from California. Congratulations to Camille and Ray Wilson on 60 years of marriage. Tommy and Margie Beckham’s mare had her colt on April 12. A lot of people were waiting and watching; her pasture is by the walking trail.
Nora Jean Housley Chimes
Hello again. After some rain in the early morning it has once again turned cooler, and a little heat in the house feels good. Darlene Graham called me last Wednesday and said her aunt Mary Beth Clutts of Richmond, California, had passed away the day before. Her husband was the late Paul Clutts and they had two children and some grandchildren. Mary Beth was the daughter of the late Cecil and Clara Brooks and was raised in the Trace Ridge community. We extend our sympathy to all the family. Darlene also told me her aunt Mittie (Clutts) Freight had passed away February 5. She was the daughter of the late John and Salina Clutts and was raised in this community. Jane McEntire’s daughter and son-inlaw, Thelma Jane and Ricky Emerson, have both had some surgery and are doing as well as can be expected. James Housley had a friend, J.W. Luman, with him in church Sunday morning and Sunday night. Karen Stiles and Karen Lawson also had some children with them Sunday morning, but I didn’t get all their names. We are always glad to have visitors. Margaret Housley, Alicia Housley, Darlene Griffin, Brenda Brown and Lana Casto attended a program or meeting (I don’t have all the details) in Conway Saturday. Anyway, Margaret said
it was good, and I’m sure the girls all had a good time together. I wasn’t at the wedding shower Sunday afternoon for Seth Griffin and Casey Arms, but from the report I got there was a good crowd and they got a nice shower. It was given in the Fellowship Hall at the Liberty Missionary Baptist Church. Lane and Niki Housley spent Saturday night with his dad, Randall and Ann Housley, at the cabin. They all ate lunch with us Sunday. Jason and I were in Clinton today for doctor appointments so we called Ronnie at noon and ask him to come have lunch with us. We were so sorry to hear that Harold Dean “Shorty” Watts had passed away. Our hearts and prayers go out to Edna and all the family. We also heard tonight that Ed Rogers of Leslie has passed away. He graduated with our daughter Nancy and also Larry Housley of this community. Have a great week and God bless everyone.
Patsy Ward Formosa
It looks like spring is taking its time, but I guess it is here, we got our first poke greens last week! Along with cornbread and fried squash and a little fried okra, we had a good lunch. Happy anniversary to Erica and Frankie Ward on the 14th. They celebrated 15 years! That is a good start, just keep it up.
THE SECRET Part 2 Hogan began his little speech, “We wanted adventure and we sorely got it. You know we are the only ones that can hold our breath that long and swim so deep” Logan replied “Don’t forget that’s a secret we’ve got to keep. This is so exciting I don’t think we’ll ever sleep.” Mildew exclaimed, “That explains the ‘pieces of eight’
I hate to drive in Little Rock so my nephew, Eddie Ward, drove us down there for JR’s GI doctor appointment. We appreciate him so much, always willing to lend a hand. We went to a yard sale Thursday and wound up with a big bag of poke greens, so guess what’s for lunch today! Our EH Club meeting was interesting this week. Jeana Williams of VBC Emergency Management made a presentation on preparedness in case of a disaster. She shared some good information. Then Sammie Story served her delicious peach cobbler with ice cream! Happy birthday to my great niece, Riley Lankford, she turned 15 on April 14. My, how time does fly! I have several woodpeckers feeding in my yard; I had a really pretty one yesterday with a bright red patch on the back of his head. I love to watch the birds feed. God surely did create some beautiful things for us to enjoy. Sindee and David Morse had a family dinner for all their children and their families and Ashley’s mother-in-law from Atlanta, Georgia, and Marva and RG Ward. They have been enjoying going to Rylan’s ball games, that keeps them busy. May God bless you all with a good week.
Jeff Burgess Crabtree
A work day is being held at the Pleas-
ant Grove Cemetery near Alread on Saturday, April 30. Anyone interested should bring work tools and lunch and be prepared for an enjoyable day sharing stories from the past. The results are in from research by Marge Koone and Genell Brown testing the old timer lore about the number of fogs in August indicating how many snowfalls would be seen during winter. Drum roll please. Days with fog in August was 15. Days with at least snow flurries was 9. Marge says she is going to count again this year. Maybe the old timers didn't know about El Niño years. The huckleberries are blooming. A wren's nest next to the front door has four new hatchlings. Growth in the garden increases. 80 degree days must be getting closer. If you have info about the greater Crabtree and 16 West community, text or call Jeff at 745-1249.
Debby Prout Highway 110
Well, spring is here, the showers continue, but rain is good! Everything is budding out, the grass looks such a vibrant green. All the tree leaves are coming in with so many different colors of green. Who would have thought that so many shades exist. Only on Gods palette! W.C. West is still in the VA hospital in Little Rock after surgery on his foot to
restore its circulation. After spending a week in the ICU, he will be spending another week regaining his strength. Doctors are amazed at how well he is doing considering his young age of 93. Prayers for his speedy recovery and he is looking forward to phone calls and visits once he gets back home. Birthday wishes to a few more on Highway 110: Hunter Berger, son of James and Amanda Berger, little brother of Shane Berger, grandson of Leonard and Wanda Holley, turned the Big 3 April 11. Rick Sundelin also celebrated his birthday April 10. Congratulation to Garrett Ring on getting his turkey. Garrett is the son of Gary and Lacie Ring and grandson of James and Deb Thomas. Congratulations also goes to Jim Thomas on his retirement from the Clinton Police Department. Enjoy your time Jim! Barbara Lasater’s daughter Betty has been in visiting from Oklahoma. The Highway 110 Volunteer Fire Department is still looking at the addition of the fire department. The Firewise project for cleaning up the cemeteries for Decoration has been set. Half Moon Cemetery cleanup will be Saturday, May 7, at 8 a.m. Plant Cemetery cleanup will begin at 8 a.m. Saturday, May 14. All of the community is encouraged to participate in these cleanups. Big a rake, trash bags, mower, etc. and lend a hand. I will put a reminder in closer to the actual times, but meanwhile mark your calendars. Be looking in the paper for the times for Dr. Mays to come for the rabies shots at Linn Creek Road and other surrounding stops. Got news? Let me know! dprout@ artelco.com or 7457950
Clubs The Idlehour Bridge Club met Thursday at the home of Carolyn Lefler. Winners for the evening were: high, Jo Nell Warren; second high, Carolyn Lefler; traveling, Gay Whillock; and bingo, Lou Burgess.
Sunrise
And if we take on this adventure we’ve got to be in good shape.”
As sure as the sunrise offers a new day
For it’s the quality of the bell that make its ring true
Logan then replied “You will if I navigate”
New opportunities will come our way
God didn’t make losers – no not one
So far that adventure was just a dream
Though we carry the scars of yesterday
Losing was always an option since time begun
And if it was to be successful it would take the whole team.
Most are hidden from view
We should be proud to carry the Christians name
TO BE CONTINUED ~oldmanocean
Some were dreams that didn’t come true We who have courage can dream anew
We claim the Sonshine while the others dwell on the rain. ~oldmanocean
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Tops in Pop Tabs -- Monica Hunter's third-grade class won Clinton Intermediate's Pop Tab contest and traveled to Little Rock to represent the school at the annual event last week. The proceeds raised from the Pop Tabs go to the Ronald McDonald charities.
Class visits Petit Jean -- Clinton Intermediate fourth-graders took a field trip recently to Petit Jean State Park.
(Photo from Clinton School pages/Facebook)
(Photo from Clinton School pages/Facebook)
SPORTS Riley Campbell slides into home in a game against Greers Ferry. The South Side Hornets take on Greers Ferry again this week to decide the conference championship. (Photo by Melissa Bradley)
Avengers win -- The Avengers 6 and Under team line up after their 4-1 win recently. (Photo by Robert Snyder)
Daniel Crawford takes a swing in a recent conference game. South Side is 7-0 in conference play. (Photo by Melissa Bradley)
Running, jumping, throwing -- Clinton's Junior High boys took home first place and girls nabbed fourth place in the recent Green Forest Meet. (Photo from Clinton School pages/Facebook)
A Voice for God Proverbs
3:1
Rosetta Sanders
Ready to swing -Kollin Swan of the Avengers gets ready to bat. (Photo by Robert Snyder)
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Powder Puff competition
Stock Show University set at South Side The South SideBee Branch School District will host a two-day Grad Program of the Stock Show University April 23-24. The free program is a production of Sullivan Supply based in Dunlap, Iowa. The program begins will be from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the school's Animal Science Building. The hands-on program will include a segment on showmanship and hair care management current trends in clipping, one-on-one discussions with pro-
fessor and group discussions. Organizers "highly encourage" brining a calf so that participants can obtain hands-on experience, but it is not mandatory. Stock Show University is a non-forprofit company that the Sullivan family has committed over $300,000 annually; their pledge to supporting the next generation of America’s youth, according to their website Sullivansupply.com. Sullivan Supply represents over 25 years of dedication
and commitment to the livestock industry. The company believes a successful partnership between education and commitment are fundamental in supporting America’s Youth and knows it takes a lot of commitment, daily dedication and bonding to show livestock. Professors will be Jeff Sargent, Dan Sullivan, Wes Horn, Joel Judge, Riley Godwin, Matt Loggains and Kyle Duncan. For more information contact Sullivan at 800-5887096.
Graduation date set Send your school news 2016 graduation ceremonies for Shirley High School seniors is set for May 13.
and photos to voiceeditor@artelco.com
The Junior class won the Powder Puff competition recently at Clinton High School. The event was a fundraiser for the After Prom Party put on by parents to provide students with a fun safe environment after the prom, which is Saturday, April 23. The Junior class was repeat winners, having won the competition as sophomores in 2015. (Photos submitted by Robin Huggins)
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Spring Fresh It's not only spring-cleaning time, but it's also time to grow things! Look for tips and advice from local experts in the May 3 Voice of Van Buren County.
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The Elliott family still grinds meal like grandfather did Story and photos by Freeda Baker Nichols
For the Thurman Elliott family of Holly Mountain, an old gristmill has been a fixture at their farm a long time. It’s been part of their achievement of the American Dream. Thurman and his wife, Violet, have accomplished their dream by hard work, faith in God, and keeping traditional values. The gristmill has played an important role in their lives. Now that the Elliotts are retired, their son, grandson and great-grandchildren have taken on the job of home-grinding meal for the family. Thirty years ago, an article about the Elliotts grinding meal the old-fashioned way was published in Arkansas Magazine, a supplement to the Arkansas Democrat. At that time, Thurman, and son Tommy, operated the gristmill with a little “help” from grandson Chad, who was 10 at that time. Violet also helped in ma-
Jack Elliott, 10, great-grandson of Thurman Elliott, checks the corn in the hopper. Is he to follow the steps of his dad, grandpa and great-grandpa by learning the skill of grinding meal?
Tommy(left) and his son, Chad Elliott, dump corn in the hopper, reminiscent of days gone by when they helped Tommy’s father, Thurman, run the gristmill.
ny ways. When the Elliotts began operating the gristmill, people called to ask them to grind their corn. One man who came to have corn ground was Clifton Clowers, who is mentioned in the song, “Wolverton Mountain,” written by Merle Kilgore. Through the years, Violet has used the homeground meal in her recipes. Her corn-
1946, shortly after Thurman returned from seeing action in the European Theater during World War II. Last year, Thurman celebrated his 90th birthday and was honored at the Immanuel Baptist Church, Clinton, where his family are members. The Elliott family’s tradition of home-grinding meal continues with their son, Tom-
bread dressing was always a big hit at potluck dinners. The home-ground meal is healthy with its fiber and bran. And cornbread made with this meal has a taste all its own. Although he doesn’t know how old the gristmill is, Thurman said, “It’s an old, old unit.” He paid $150 for it back in the day. The Elliotts married June 29,
my, grandson Chad, and great-grandkids, Anna and Jack, twins, who are 10, the same age as their dad when he began to help with the gristmill. Thurman and Violet are parents of four children — Tommy, Connie, Carolyn (deceased) and Cathy. About his family, which now includes grands and greatgrands, Thurman has
said, “We laugh and have a lot of fun together.” Home-grinding meal is a family tradition. An American tradition. Part of the American Dream. The Elliott family keeps on grinding meal because a buttered slice of cornbread made with fresh-ground meal, right here in the Ozark Foothills, is the best to be found anywhere.
History in Fairfield Bay As Fairfield Bay looks ahead to the future, there are a couple of places rooted firmly in the past that any history buff should see. The first one is the Indian Rock House, a sandstone cave listed on the National Historic Registry since 1983. Formerly called the Edgemont Rock House, the natural structure is believed to have sheltered primitive tribes as far back at 1000 BC. The cave is currently about 100 feet across, 50 feet high and 97 feet deep. The petroglyphs on the walls indicate that the winter of 1776 was particularly rough with two weeks of rain followed by sleet and violent winds. As many as 250 Native Americans from three nations – the Cherokee, Shawnee and Delaware – took shelter in the rock house, according to a Shawnee native. The site was homestead about 1900 and passed through several families – the Bradburys, Johnsons, Bradfords and Hootens – before the property was sold to Fairfield Bay in 1969. The second must-see piece of history is the 1850 Log Cabin. It was
one of two mid1850s log cabins that were disassembled and rebuilt on other locations to make way for Greers Ferry Lake and Dam in the early 1950s. This, the smaller of the two cabins, was purchased by the Fairfield Bay Community Club features items and replicas of the time period. Those pieces include a trundle bed, a yarn winder/weasel, a U.S. Army rifle from the 1870s, a sock stretcher, loom, dishes and pottery and more. The museum is at 335 Snead Drive, Fairfield Bay. Call 501-581-1638 for hours and more information. The Indian Rock House is a rare piece of history dating back thousands of years and containing Native American petroglyphs. (Arkansas Parks & Tourism photo) We love to hear from our readers. Write us at The Voice, P.O. Box 1396, Clinton, AR 72031 and let us know what you would like to see in your hometown newspaper.
Dear Editor:
The Log Cabin was built in 1850 and removed from its original location to make way for Greers Ferry Lake. (Fairfield Bay Chamber of Commerce photo)
Thanks for the Word Find about Shirley – it brings back memories of my growing up days on Highway 9, three miles south of Formosa at the foot of Woolverton
Mountain. When a train went through and the wind was blowing hard from the north and the air was heavy, we could hear the whistle blow and smell the smoke. We did not know what it was until my father told us. We were small and had never heard a train whistle. Keep up the good work. Willie Mae Edwards Clinton
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Fun & Games
Weekly Crossword
By EuGene Smith
Rules 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. April 29. Drawing will be April 29.
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Quote of the week -
Nobody made a greater mistake than he who did nothing because he could only do a little ~ Edmund Burke, Irish statesman, 1729-97
Our Van Buren County Family Album By Shay Belonie
(Solution, should you need it, is on Page 8)
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CHURCH PAGE
Photo by EuGene Smith
The photo of last week's featured church puzzled a lot of you. No one called with the correct name: Pine Grove General Baptist Church. If you can identify this Church call 745-8040. (Remember to send a history of your Church.) 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 745-4043 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 Highway 9 and County Line Road, 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 Baptist 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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Fishing Report
New Program Handles Old Line
Keep an eye out for special bins placed along the Little Red River at boat ramps, access points and popular boat docks this year. The Little Red River Foundation and Arkansas Game and Fish Commission have kicked off a program to capture and recycle used fishing line on and around the river. Local students, LRRF members and AGFC officials will place recapture bins at all approved sites in the next few weeks. Members of the LRRF will gather the used fishing line on a regular basis and send it to monofilament line manufacturer for recycling.
Central Arkansas
Lake Conway
(updated 4-132016) Bates Field and Stream (501-4701846) said the water is stained and 60 degrees. Bream are biting well on crickets fished about 15 feet from the bank around short creek arms. Crappie are fair on minnows and jigs in cypress trees standing in 6 feet of water. Bass are biting well on spinnerbaits, crankbaits and soft-plastic minnow-imitations fished in shallow cover. Catfishing is excellent on blood bait, worms and goldfish.
Little Red River (Greers Ferry Tailwater)
(updated 4-132016) James Dillard at Tailwater Fishing Company (501-2071770) said fishing is
excellent now that the river is back down to low flows. Wading opportunities can be found up and down the river right now. The Corps will still be releasing water from the dam over the next several weeks, but only for a few hours each day. The hot flies have been pheasant tail nymphs, midges and sow bugs. Trout Magnets have been working very well for spin fishermen as well.
Greers Ferry
As of Wednesday, the Army Corps of Engineers reports the lake’s elevation at 459.12 feet msl (normal conservation pool – 462.04 msl). (updated 4-132016) Cody Smith at www.fishgreersferry.com said it’s the calm before the storm on the reservoir right now. The bite over the
last few days has gotten slower with howling winds and muddy water. Surface temperatures are in the upper 50s lake-wide with limited 60-degree water temps in select pockets and bays. The fish are moving around a lot right now. Many fish that were shallow in March moved deeper, but the next wave should move shallow to spawn with the next warm rain.
Harris Brake Lake
grees. Bream are fair on worms and crickets in 3 to 4 feet of water. Crappie are biting well on minnows and jigs fished around the banks in 3 to 4 feet of water. Bass are biting well on spinnerbaits, soft-plastic worms and crankbaits in 3 to 4 feet of water. Catfishing is slow, but a couple have been caught on yo-yos at night.
Arkansas River (Little Rock Pool)
(updated 4-132016) Harris Brake Lakeside Resort (501889-2745) said the water has a greenish tint and the surface water temperature is in the 50s. Bream are fair on worms and crickets in 6 to 10 feet of water. Crappie are excellent in 6 feet of water on minnows and jigs. Bass and catfish are slow.
(updated 4-132016) The folks at Fish ’N Stuff (501-8345733) said the water is still muddy and the surface temperature is 60 degrees. Crappie are biting well on minnows and jigs in backwater areas in 8 to 12 feet of water. Bass are slow on jigs and soft-plastic beaver-style baits in 8 to 12 feet of water. Catfishing is slow.
Lake Maumelle
Peckerwood Lake
(updated 4-132016) Fosters Four Seasons (501-8689061) said the water is cloudy and at normal level. Bream are biting well on crickets. Crappie are biting well on minnows and jigs. Bass have been slow for some customers. Catfish are fair on trotlines baited with goldfish.
Little Maumelle River
(updated 4-132016) River Valley Marina (501-517-1250) said the water is dingy and at normal level. The surface temperature is 58 de-
(updated 4-132016) Herman’s Landing (870-241-3731) said the water is dingy and at normal level. The surface temperature is 54 degrees. Bream are fair on worms and crickets in 8 to 10 feet of water. Crappie are biting well on minnows and jigs fished around brush and stumps in 8 to 10 feet of water. Bass are biting well on spinnerbaits. Catfishing is good on hot dogs and liver.
North Arkansas
Bull Shoals
As of Wednesday, the Army Corps of Engineers reports the lake’s elevation at 658.71 feet msl (normal conservation pool – 659 msl). (updated 4-132016) Cotter Trout Dock said river levels for the past week have been generally in the one- to three-generator (fairly low) range. Each guide has their own preference for what works best for them, but they have mostly been taking out Power Bait and shrimp for rainbow trout. Lures, minnows and sculpin have been the best bet for brown trout. Weather has been cool in the mornings and warming up beautifully.
Lake Norfork
As of Wednesday, the Army Corps of Engineers reports the lake’s elevation at 553.25 feet msl (normal conservation pool: September-April – 553.75 msl, April-September – 556.75 msl). (updated 4-132016) Guide Steve Olomon said the surface water temperature is in the mid-50s to upper 50s back in the creeks. Look for the stripers in the major creeks. Find baitfish and the stripers will be close. There are a lot of them suspended 15-25 feet deep. They haven’t started coming up chasing baitfish. When the nights get a bit warmer, the bite will only get better. The night bite has been good throwing
Rouges to the bank after dark. There were some big ones caught this past week. One in the 30-lb. range. There are some walleye being caught as well on the same banks as the stripers. Look on flats but don’t forget to look on some steeper banks. Remember to reel your bait slowly. Bass are hitting crankbaits in 5 to 15 feet of water. The jig is also a good bet. The whites are up in the creeks also and some were caught on a swimbait. There are a few small fish coming up the bite but doesn’t last very long. (updated 4-132016) Tom Reynolds of STR Outfitters said last week was a week of disappointment. Everybody always asks when in spring is the best fishing. Many will say April 15, but I think most people jump the gun and try to book in mid-April. This week is a good example of jumping the gun. I fished every day and started the week catching multiple limits of stripers; then the cold weather started along with winds hitting over 30 mph on multiple days. I averaged 1 striper per day and on Saturday we had no bites at all. You would think having 9 fishing poles baited with the best shad would produce at least a bass but no such luck.
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Classifieds • Legal ANNOUNCEMENTS
SALES/SERVICE
One dog found the other one still missing. Please, help this dog get home safely.
I am a tan male dog with half a tail and I am lost! I left home from Scotland March 22nd when the moon was full, with my sister on an adventure and we got lost. Some good people found my sister on Highway 95 East about 15 miles from home but only half a mile from where Mama Cleo works at the Van Buren County Water Association office. I am a very shy boy with a short tail (about 7” long) and my name is Buddy. I should have on a blue collar with tags. If you see me, please call Mama Cleo at (501)745-2220 during the day and/or (501)592-3933 in evenings and week-ends.
PERSONALS Readers, use these Personal Spots to say Happy Birthday, Wish someone Good Luck, Contact old friends, make new friends. Shout out that you are alive and well in Van Buren County. All kinds of things. The cost is $5.00 for 25 words. WANTED Horse drawn wagon or wagon parts in good condition. Call Tom 501-745-4378
EMPLOYMENT
HELP WANTED Mature S.W.F. to be an Assistant/ Companion. Good OPPORTUNITY for a good person. Get Well Wishes to W.C. West Being in the hospital is a downer, but there is good in everything, you are being served breakfast in bed! Get Well Soon.
FOR SALE: Square Bails Bermuda Horse Hay $5/bail Call 501-208-1830
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DISTRICT TREASURER position open for the Shirley School District. Qualified candidates with experience in APSCN, eschool, and payroll, a must. EXCEL and CASBO experience, a plus. Please send your resumes to: Betty McGruder, Superintendent of Schools, 199 School Drive, Shirley, AR 72153.
Indian Rock Village is now hiring LPNs and CNAs. Current certification and clean background check required. Please apply in person at 265 Dave Creek Parkway,
Maintenance/ Custodian, Shirley School District, full-time position, campus-wide duties, experience preferred.
HOMES FOR RENT IN FFB AREA From $375/mon $750/mon Call: (501) 723-4424 Buckhorn, Inc.
House for Rent in Clinton, AR. Very nice 3BR/2BA, unfurnished, storm cellar, shed and fenced area. AVAILABLE $750 mo. with $750 deposit Ph. 501-253-3658
FOR LEASE 2500 sqft COMMERCIAL OFFICE OR RENTAL SPACE next to CashSaver in NORTHSIDE SHOPPING CENTER Call (501) 253-0924
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Commercial Office or Retail Space for Rent 1750 sqft in front of Walmart. Call 501-412-7786
2BR apartment near Senior Center and School. CH/A, Ceiling Fan, All Appliances, W/D Connections. No Pets. No Smoking. $475/month + $475 deposit.
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PRICE REDUCED For Sale 2000 sqft double wide Mobile Home setting on concrete footers with rock underpining on 2.5 acres of land in Morgaton area. $74,000.00. Owner financing available. Call for details: (501) 253-1179
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Contact Larry Fairfield at 501/253-0255. Happy Birthday to Pat Crowell To my beautiful Mom & best friend: The only thing better than having you for a Mom, is my children having you for a Grandma! You are adored and appreciated more than words could ever say. Wishing you a day as wonderful as you are! HAPPY BIRTHDAY, MOM! Love, Tammie, Gabe & the boys
Need a new business location? DISTRICT SECRETARY/HS BOOKKEEPER position open for the Shirley School District. Qualified candidates with secretarial and APSCN experience preferred. Please send your resumes to: Betty McGruder, Superintendent of Schools, 199 School Drive, Shirley, AR 72153.
How about downtown Clinton! 3000 sqft ….. $500 a month Call: 501-745-1593
GREAT BUY ON LAND. 80 wooded, rural hunting acres, wet weather creek, sloping rocky bluffs, quiet, scenic, easy access. Only $60,000.
FOR RENT 2BR MOBILE HOMES Bee Branch. Wheel Chair accessible. Call for availability .(501) 581-8640
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AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE 2008-02 TO AMEND THE RESIDENCE REQUIREMENTS FOR MEMBERS OF THE A & P COMMISSION AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Clinton, Arkansas, has reviewed the needs of its current A & P Commission and finds its limitations on members unduly limiting: NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF CLINTON, ARKANSAS: Section 1. This ordinance shall be known as the “Ordinance Amending the A & P Commission Member Residence Requirements”. Section 2. All other ordinances which conflict with this ordinance are repealed to the extent of such conflicts. Section 3. This Ordinance Amends Ordinance 2008-02. No longer must a member of the Commission be an individual who resides within the corporate limits of the City. An individual shall be eligible for appointment and service on the Commission if she or he resides in Van Buren County, Arkansas and operates a business within the City limits of Clinton, Arkansas. Section 4. EMERGENCY CLAUSE. Because the current residence requirements are hampering the work of the A & P Commission at the present time, an emergency is hereby declared. THEREFORE, this ordinance, being necessary for the immediate preservation of the public, health, safety, and welfare, shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage and approval. Passed: April 14, 2016 Attest: /s/ Richard W. McCormac Richard W. McCormac Mayor /s/ Dena R. Malone Dena R. Malone Recorder/Treasurer
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Faces & Places
Mainstreet Kids in Shirley held a St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Trikeathon on Friday, April 15. They learned about trike safety and raised hundreds of dollars for the hospital. Mainstreet Kids also celebrated Arkansas Children’s Week on the week of April 11-15. The students celebrated by decorating cardboard crowns and working with new materials in their learning center. Call (501) 723-8170 for more information on the center. (Photo and information by Shannon Baker)
Ashley King
Prom Parade set for Saturday (From left) Malaka Strang, Joe Owen, Benton Berry and Mariana Larson are this year’s delegates to Boys and Girls State from Shirley.
Shirley names juniors for Boys, Girls State Four Shirley High School Juniors will represent the Shirley/ Fairfield Bay area this summer at American Legion Boys State and Girls State. Post 333 of the Fairfield Bay American Legion and the American Legion Auxiliary sponsor
School gets grant Clinton Intermediate School has received the Commitment to Excellence in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) grant from the University of Central Arkansas. The $3,000 grant was used to purchase equipment and teaching resource materials. Principal Elaine Treadaway, teachers Loquita Reed, Janet Kirkendoll, Ginger Griffin and Stan Smith, and curriculum team member Bernice Bonds recently joined some of the fourth-sixth grade students for a photo.
the students for the week-long seminars intended to increase the students’ understanding of how democracy works in state and local government. Benton Berry and Joe Owen will be delegates to UCA in Conway
May 29-June 3, while Mariana Larson and Makala Strang will attend sessions at Harding University at Searcy during that time. Benton is the son of Sandra and Brian Berry. Joe is the son of Rosie Owen. Makala’s parents
are Alisa and Paul Strang. Mariana is the daughter of Ricio and Jeffery Larson. Students were chosen on the basis of academic achievement as well as leadership potential and community/school involvement.
The Clinton High School Prom Parade will take place on Saturday, April 23, at the school’s auditorium. The doors will open at 5:30 p.m. for students to begin signing up for the parade and also for photo opportunities. The evening’s hosts will begin announcing the students at 6 p.m. Students arriving after 6 will still be able to sign up and take part in the parade.
The Prom Parade offers a great opportunity for friends, families and people of the community to see and photograph the students looking their very best. This year CHS alum Ashley King, a KSSN-96 DJ, will act as mistress of ceremonies. She is the daughter of Sid and Judy King. She will be assisted by Clinton Mayor Richard McCormac.