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No decision yet on water rates The Clinton City Council has again delayed a decision on raising water rates. At last week's City Council meeting, Mayor Richard McCormac reiterated that he is comfortable with a flat $20 per month increase in a basic water bill for all customers of the Clinton Water Department. This would not include the wholesale water associations -- Dennard, Bee Branch and Van Buren County -- or their customers. That amount,
McCormac said, is "something that can be swallowed." He said he is asking for $20 because "that's what we need. I didn't ask for $40 hoping to get $20, and I'm not asking for $20 hoping for $10." The Water Department, he said, is "paralyzed" as it continues to lose $30,000-$40,000 per month. Neither McCormac or department manager Todd Burgess was willing to say that $20 was enough for the foreseeable future and
they would not return to the well. Councilman Johnny Moore saw it another way. He said that $10 per customer per month would alleviate much of the shortfall and any other necessary increase could be eased in over the next few years. Burgess told the council that an audit of the Water Department had just been completed and would be available in a couple of weeks. The council decided to table the decision until they had a chance to hear
directly from the auditors. In another proposed ordinance, the councilors decided that emergency department heads for the city should live within 5 miles of the city limits. Those department heads would be fire and police. Newly hired Police Chief John Willoughby, who had to leave the meeting after presenting his report, addressed the council before the ordinance was read. He said he could be in town from his home with-
Willoughby head Tim Clark do not, but their positions are not considered with "emergency" departments.
Several file to run in council races
Truck crash injures firefighter A Choctaw vol-
unteer firefighter was taken to a Conway hospital after being injured in an accident Sunday morning. The firefighter was driving a fire truck on Highway 9 West when it lost control, rolled several times and landed in a creek. The accident happened about 10:30 a.m. when the firefighter was responding to a house fire. He had the lights and siren activated when the crash occurred. No other vehicles were involved. The firefighter was in stable condition Sunday evening. His injuries were not life-threatening. No further details were available by press time.
in 10 minutes and he really did not see it as an issue. Willoughby noted that he had been in his home for 17 years and would like to stay there. But, he said, if necessary he would uproot and move into the city limits. "Wherever we live, we call it home. I grew up here and I love this little town." The vote that came later was unanimous. It will have an impact only on Willoughby. Fire Chief D.L. Webb already lives in the city limits. Burgess and Zoning Department
In the clouds -- The clouds form a wispy image of what could be the Michelin Man during a break in the rain last week. Van Buren County should get a chance to dry out some after several days of rain, though scattered thunderstorms are possible Tuesday, Friday and Saturday, according to forecasts. (Photo by Robert Snyder)
Two members of the Clinton City Council have drawn opponents for this November's election. Three candidates have filed for each of the two seats that are being vacated by current counselors. In Ward 1, Position 1, incumbent Gayla Bradley will face a challenge from Charlie Angelle. In Ward 2, Position 2, Tony Soyani has filed to run against Timothy Barnes. For Ward 1, Position 2, the seat currently held by Nina Baker who is not seeking re-election, those filing paperwork by the noon Friday deadline were Richard "Dicky" Hink, Justin Allen and Jeff Pistole. For the Ward 3, Position 1 seat, those seeking the office are Justin Bintliff, Shon Hastings and Chloe
C. Bradley. That seat currently is held by Johnny Moore, who is not seeking re-election. Sammy J. Ward in Ward 2, Position 2, and Jason D. Lynch in Ward 3, Position 2, did not draw any challengers. Clinton Recorder/Treasurer Dena R. Thompson Malone did not draw an opponent either. In Shirley, three incumbents on the City Council will face challenges. Longtime Alderman Lisa Hackett will face Ashley Tackett in November for the Ward 1, Position 1 seat. In Ward 1, Position 3, Kevin Johnson, the incumbent, is being challenged for the seat by Ginny Kimmons Stone. In Ward 1, PosiSee Races on page 2
Notes Hunter's Ed
A Hunter’s Education class has been scheduled for 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 27, at the downtown Clinton Fire Station. The free class is mandatory for anyone born after Dec. 31, 1968, who wants to hunt in Arkansas. For more information or to register, call Jay Hagans at (501) 5922472. You can also register online at HunterEd. com.
Scrimmages
The Clinton Yellow Jackets Black and Gold game was rained out last week and won't be rescheduled. The senior boys football team will travel Tuesday night, Aug. 22, to
Pottsville for a scrimmage game. On Thursday evening, the junior boys team will scrimmage with Pottsville and Vilonia at home. Coach Chris Dufrene says that the team still needs sports drinks. He said anyone wishing to donate some should drop them off at the field house during school hours.
Road meeting
The Van Buren County Quorum Court Road Committee will meet at 6 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 25, at the Courthouse Annex on Highway 65 in Clinton. The meeting will be in the Quorum Court Room. It is open to the public.
Nature's beauty -- A spider took advantage of dry weather to weave its web on a Bee Branch lawn last week. (Photo by Wilda Johnson)
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Van Buren County Volunteers Mary Jean Hall
Mary Jean Hall locates missing people. The volunteer genealogist fields calls from funeral homes, chambers of commerce and families looking for missing branches of a family tree. Hall often can be found in the genealogy area of the local library. She helps out because of her "love of Arkansas, and of Van Buren County." Hall is the fifth-generation of her family to live in Van Buren County. They arrived in 1839. She graduated from Scotland High School in 1968. Since 1969, she has lived in her family home, currently sharing it with Lefty, a special needs rescue cat from the county animal shelter. Lefty has some missing teeth and holds her head to the left. "Nobody wanted Lefty," Hall says. So she took her in. "She's doing better" and holding her head straighter these days, says Hall. The soft-hearted Hall is also an easy touch for anyone with a local history project they need hep with. She spent many months trying with success to earn Van Buren County a plaque to mark the 150th anniversary of the Civil War. She also put together an exhibit for the only "Hollywood movie" ever made
Mary Jean Hall worked for months to get a Civil War marker for Van Buren County. in Scotland -- "Terror at Black Falls." The memorabilia was on display at the Statehouse for three years. She plans to donate it soon to the University of Arkansas, which has requested it. Hall, who calls herself a paper-chaser, also will be manning a genealogy booth at the county fair next month, and keeping an eye on the DAR's table as well. Another activity she has organized is an annual Cemetery Walk in downtown Clinton in conjunction with Clinton School's Gifted and Talented class. Lately, she has turned her atten-
tion to a War of 1812 group she has joined and is researching the three graves of veterans of that war in Van Buren County. Hall belongs to both the United Daughters of the Confederacy and the Daughters of the Union, Winthrop 1630 and too many more historical and genealogical groups to list. With her retirement, she says she has returned to her childhood. "I play with genealogy," she says. Send suggestions for Van Buren County Volunteers to voiceeditor@artelco.com or call 7458040.
Calendar The Dennard Cemetery Association will meet at 7 p.m. Friday, August 26, 2016, at the Dennard Community Church. There will be election of new officers, a committee person, and discussion aout the purchase of liability insurance for the cemetery. Scotland Baptist Church, 278 Postal Lane off Highway 95, will hold a revival with Brother Ken Jordan on Aug. 28-31. Services are 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Sunday, and 7 p.m. Monday-Wednesday. The Mark Trammell Quartet will be at Pee Dee Baptist Church at 6 p.m.
Aug. 28. Admission is free but a love offering will be received for the group. The Clinton TOPS group meets weekly at First General Baptist Church on Highway 16 East Mondays at 4:30 p.m. TOPS hs been helping people lose weight for more than 60 years. For more information, call Ann Weaver at (501) 412-7575. Searcy County Humane Society in Leslie is holding a spay-neuter clinic Aug. 31-Sept. 2. Cost is $40 for cats and $65 for dogs; rabies shots are included in the cost. Call (870) 4485579 for more information.
Reunion of friends -- Paula Smith (left), Nettie Smith and June Love (right) joined Gerald Harper to celebrate his birthday and their 69th year of graduation from Clinton State Vocational Training School on Aug. 11 at the Shirley Senior Center. Classmates Eilene Smiley and Bonnye Davis also live in the area but were unable to attend.
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tion 4, current Alderman Randy J. Murray will square off with Deborah Kerrigan. Current councilors Brad Brown, Ward 1, Position 2, and Margaret Earnhart, Ward 1, Position 5, are unchallenged. In Damascus, Ward 1, Position 5 will feature a race between Jerry Hensley and Patrick L. McPherson. Current aldermen Gilbert Lewis, Ward 1, Position 1; Jackie Williams, Ward 1, Position 2; and Gene Byrd, Ward 1, Position 4, did not draw opponents. In Fairfield Bay, Doyle P. Scroggins, Ward 1, Position 2, Linda Duncan, Ward 2, Position 2, and Michael Shamoon, Ward 3, Position 2, will not face opposition. This list of candidates has not yet been certified and is unofficial.
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we do. This honor also came with $200 to be given to a charity of our choice. We chose to donate it to the Scotland Community Corporation to help with with the expenses of repairs on the buildings. We thank Modern Woodmen for this honor and appreciate the donations. Have a great week and if you have Scotland News call James Burns at 592-3935.
Thelma Murray Shirley
Alan Rolen took his dad Bill Rolen and brother Danny Rolen to Poplar Bluff, Missouri, to the Ward family reunion. This is Bill's mother's side of the family. Last week, Lottie Carroll, her daughter Jeannie Long, granddaughter Ashlee and great-grandson Isaiah Long all went to Tuttle, Oklahoma, to attend Lottie's 60th class reunion, and Tuttle was having its 70th town reunion, which they attended. Lottie got to see one of her teachers that she had for four years in high school; his name is Virgil Wilmoth. Lottie also visited her brothers, Jay and Ted Welchel, and her sister, Sharon Garrett. Shady Grove Baptist Church has had six new additions to the church, two by letter and four were baptized this Sunday morning. Paul and Wanda Poynor went to Russellville to visit daughter Carol Freeman and grandson Dakota. Paul had a skin cancer removed from his nose recently. Nancy and Don Selvidge of Mattoon, Illinois, visited Margaret and Ray Earnhart over the weekend. Another cousin of Margaret and Nancy, Pam and Jim Berry of Fairfield Bay, came over and visited. Dale Shull, the barber at Shirley, is feeling better and is back at work part time.
Debby Prout Highway 110
Rain, rain go away! Holy cow,
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have we been getting the rain or what? I don’t think I have ever seen so much rain in August. I have heard several old wives' tales about for every day of rain in July and/ or August means a snow day in the winter. Yikes! And I heard this one too, for every foggy day in August and for as many hours the fog stays around, that is how many snow days and inches we will get in the winter. Well, as my husband Dan always says, “I’ll tell you what the winter was like next spring!” We have a few birthdays coming up the end of the month. Happy birthday to Lucas Emberton who will be turning 38 on August 29 and to Clayton Lowrance who will be turning 35 on August 30. Gib Lasater had knee surgery on August 15 and is doing fine. Prayers for a speedy recovery. Tom Elliot has got the go ahead from his doctor after hip surgery and he is out and about once again riding in his Jeep. Welcome back Tommy! Alvin Booher continues to make giant strides from his heart surgery. Steve Swenson is recovering from his surgery at the VA but has had a setback with another illness. He is finally out and about! James Thomas and Laura Emberton have both suffered with spider bites this last week. Think maybe they are coming in to get in the dry. Time for the bug man to make a visit. Highway 110 Fire Department is moving along nicely. Getting the metal up
Public Notice Ballot Draw 2016 General Election
On Friday, August 26, 2016 the Van Buren County Election Commission will hold a public meeting for the purpose of drawing names for ballot order of candidates for contested positions in the 2016 General Election. The meeting will be held at the commission office, 1414 Hwy. 65 South, Suite 129 in the Courthouse Annex at 12:00 Noon. All candidates and or interested parties are invited to attend.
and wow does it look good. Stay tuned for our Firewise Appreciation Cookout and Grand Opening of the new building! It will be September 24 and we have the Lucky Draw band playing. How cool is that! Will be advertising the event as it gets closer. Stay dry folks and if you have any news, give me a shout. dprout@artelco.com 745-7950.
Kay Weaver Senior Centers
Get out and enjoy the food prepared for us at all the centers. You can choose where you eat. The menus from center to center vary. Clinton open Monday-Thursday Shirley open Monday-Thursday Scotland open Monday-Thursday Damascus open Tuesday and Thursday Fairfield Bay open Tuesday-Friday Where can you get a meal, drink and dessert for $3? Fellowship is free! Don't forget.... Fundraiser: Aug. 26 -- bake sale at Shirley Fundraiser: Aug. 27 -- rent a table sale at Fairfield Bay Fundraiser: Aug. 31-Sept. 3 -- Cowboy Catfish Dinner at Clinton. Homemade desserts. Politicians and volunteers are always welcome. We are happy for the rain, but don't you think we have had
enough!
Joyce & James Burns Scotland
Well, I hope everyone is back in school or used to the new routine. We are all remembering that the buses are running and we need to watch out for the kids getting on and off of the buses. We have had several who are ill or have had surgery from the area. I think there are more that we do not know about but to name a few: Larry Lee, Jerry Bennett, and Shirley Forman all have been in the hospital this last week. John Allen Love is having more heath issues and we received a message from Monica saying they are canceling the annual Gospel Bluegrass show that was scheduled to take place in the second week of September due to John Allen's health. Prayers for all of these Scotland folks. Scotland Baptist Church will have a revival starting on Sunday, August 28-31 and will start at 6 p.m. on Sunday and at 7 p.m. on Monday-Wednesday. Ken Jordan will be the speaker. Everyone is welcome. The Masonic Lodges from Scotland and Choctaw will not be having their food booth at the Wagon Races this year. James plans to help cook fish at the park when they feed the Wagon Racers on Tuesday the 30th, I think. He will also be helping cook at the Senior Center on Friday night on the September 2. Y'all come and help make this a great time. Modern Woodmen of America recognized James and Joyce as Home Town Heroes for the volunteer work
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N.A. Simpson built a new barn. J. F. Hawkins worked in the bank while Cashier Lindsey took a months’ vacation. Rev. Fletch Crow preached at Scotland Sunday evening. Rev. Boyd Painter of the Gridley, a minister of the Church of Christ preached at Gravel Hill. Road Overseer Chas. Bost of Liberty Township worked the Gridley-Scotland Road and Road Overseer Grover Hall of Craig Township worked the Scotland-Clinton Road. William Evans of Evans & Griggs went to Little Rock to restock their large stock of goods. Abner Jones of Stockdale, Texas visited Scotland. It was the first time he had been back to Scotland since he left 37 years before when his father Stewart Jones moved his family to Texas. The Scotland and Formosa teams played ball Saturday with Formosa winning 3 to 2. Scotland Veterans attended the Reunion of the Blue and Gray at Clinton. Rev. W. F. Blevins preached Saturday and Sunday mornings and then began a series of protracted meetings at Walnut Grove. N.A. Simpson is getting his cotton gin ready for the season.
Patsy Ward Formosa
Donna and Richard Sherrod have
been on the go lately. They recently went to Pensacola, Florida and had a very nice vacation with their two children and four granddaughters. They had a good trip and great weather while they were there. It started raining after they came home! The next week, they went to Memphis to spend the weekend with an old friend, Lillian Gholson, who celebrated her 101st birthday. Lillian was a previous owner of KathKay rentals on the narrows in Greers Ferry, and retired from that at the age of 90. She still lives in her home with her dog. Sounds like she is doing pretty good to me. Happy belated birthday to Lillian. She is a retired librarian for the city of Memphis. She is now looking forward to celebrating her 102nd. Johnny, Joyce and Justine James went on vacation and visited relatives in Milano and Pearland, Texas. They went to San Antonio to Sea World and the River Walk. They also went to Galveston and rode a ferry and also visited Moody Gardens. They then went to West Monroe, Louisiana and visited old friends. Joyce lived there for three years before she and Johnny married. They had a meal at Willie’s Duck Diner. They went to worship service at her old church and Justine got to meet Phil and Si Robertson and got her picture taken with them. That made her day. Justine started her senior year on Monday. Time does fly. Happy belated birthday to Johnny James. Sue Stamper has returned to her home in Tennessee. She has been visiting her family here for the past week. There was a gender reveal party for Lauren and Ben Foster at the home of Sindee and David Morse. They found out they were going to have another grandson! I bet Maddox will make a great See Neighbors on page 5
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Obituaries
James Clark
Master Sergeant James W. Clark, United States Marine Corps, retired. Born July 10, 1927, at Elbe, Arkansas, Van Buren County, at the home of his grandparents Curt and Caroline Connett to the late Otto and Alvetta Connett Clark, was taken home to his heavenly father August 18, 2016, at Ozark Health. He is survived by his loving wife Nancy Hixon Clark of 42 years; five daughters, Kay Clark Land of Chehalis, Washington, her sons Joshua (Lisa) and Casey (Tori), Phyllis Clark Ryan (Bruce) of Tallahassee, her sons Christopher and Jacob of Florida, Liz Clark Barnum of Louisville, Kentucky, her son Alex and daughter Megan, Carol Clark Billiot of San Antonio, Texas, her sons Zachary Clark and Zane Billiot, Narda Clark Ybrarra of San Antonio, Texas, her Michael; and seven great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by sister Caroline and brother Robert M. Clark, step-daughter Katherine Ann Keko, infant grandson Jeremiah Godwin and grandfather Dr. F.M. Clark. His preteen years were spent on Highway 65 near the Maumelle exit and he later joined the Marine Corps in 1945. He attended Boot Camp at Paris Island, South Carolina, and was called to action in 1950 to the Korean War. Later he was called to action during the Vietnam War. He received numerous recognitions for his service in the military. He was a member of the Clinton United Methodist Church, VFW 4764, American Legion 333, Shriners and Masonic Lodge. Visitation was Sunday, August 21, at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Clinton, and service Monday at Clinton United Methodist Church at 1 p.m. Interment was at Blackwell Cemetery in Bee Branch.
Thurlow Martin
Thurlow Austin “TA” Martin, age 102, of Marshall, Arkansas, passed from this life on Friday, August 19, 2016. He was born in Searcy County, Arkansas on October 22, 1913, to Albert Pickney Martin and Sarah Elizabeth (Fox) Martin. Thurlow was a veteran of the United States Navy and served during WWII. He worked for the CCC during the Depression. He was a farmer his entire life and lived on the family farm for over 95 years. Thurlow still rode his four-wheeler around the farm at the age of 100. Thurlow is preceded in death by his parents; his wife of 80 years and 9 months, Hazel (Horton) Martin; one daughter, Joyce Drewry; and nine siblings. Survivors include one son, Gene Martin and wife Mae of Marshall; and daughter, Sarah Qualls and husband Elbert of Harrison; 14 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; 17 great-great-grandchildren; and his beloved cat, Joy. Funeral services were 10 a.m. Monday, August 22, 2016 at Roller-Coffman Chapel in Marshall, Arkansas, with Bro. Donnie Horton officiating. Burial was in Marshall Memorial Gardens.
Roger Lasley
Roger Lee Lasley, 62, of Mayflower passed away on August 13, 2016. Roger was born on Thursday, October 15, 1953, in Conway, Arkansas, to Elwin and Wanda Lasley. He was preceded in death by his mother and grandson, Dustin Boone. He is survived by his three daughters, Nikki Boone (Dustin) of Enola, Dustie Beard (Josh) of Tumbling Shoals, Annie Lasley of Conway; four sons, Justin
Hawkins (Judy) of Vilonia, Cody Lasley (Cosby) of Greenbrier, Will Banks (Christina) of Stonewall, Louisiana, Max Russell of Florida; 10 grandchildren; one sister, Cynthia Stover (Rex) of Mayflower; three brothers, Wayne Lasley (Nancy) of Choctaw, Jeff Lasley (Mesa) of Greenbrier, and William Lasley (Diane) of Enola. Graveside service will be 10 a.m. Saturday, August 20, 2016, at Mayflower Cemetery. Arrangements by Roller-McNutt, Conway.
Bonnie Hurst
Bonnie L. Hurst, 100, of Conway, Arkansas, went to be with her Lord on Thursday, August 18, 2016. She was born January 18, 1916, at Enola, Arkansas to the late John Alfred and Bessie (Tate) Rains. She was also preceded in death by three brothers. Funeral service was 1 p.m. Monday, August 22, 2016, at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home of Conway. Interment was in Martinville Cemetery, Damascus, Arkansas.
Dorothy Hendrickson
Dorothy Gertrude Hendrickson, 87, of Fairfield Bay passed away Sunday, August 14, 2016. Born July 13, 1929, in Racine, Wisconsin, to the late Peter J. and Irene J. Dickman Hendricks, Dorothy was a homemaker and an artist. Left to cherish her memory are her sons, T. Randy, M. Scott, and Jeffery B. Hendrickson; one sister, Lavern Vanderzee; grandchildren Jennifer, Julie, James, Angie and Rebecca; great-grandchildren Nolan, Evan, Arthur, Anthony, Anna, Tristan, Branden and Jacob; several nieces, nephews, friends and other family. Preceeding her in death are her husbands Thomas Michael Hendrickson and James Whittrock; son Michael Hendrickson; daughter Leslie M. Van Sice; brother Jerry Hendricks; grandchildren Jackie, Mark, and Lindsey. Services entrusted to Clinton Funeral Service in Clinton and will be announced later.
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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District Court July 2016
• Raines Allen Connell, speeding, bond forfeited. • Stephanie D. Lamb, no proof of liability insurance, bond forfeited. • Dianna K. Olmstead, speeding bond forfeited. • Benjamin I. King, operation of ATV unlawfully, guilty. • Bridget R. Davis, no child safety restraint, guilty. • Nicholas J. Fazio, failure to product insurance proof, bond forfeited. • Brian L. Gossett, speeding, bond forfeited. • Charles M. Watkins, failure to display license plate, overwidth, overweight on license, bond forfeited. • Sarah Lyn Friar, failure to appear, guilty. • Walter G. Renfrow, failure to appear, guilty. • Taylor A. Coats, theft by receiving, guilty. • Edward Philpott, leaving scene of accident, guilty. • Brent W. Jackman, speeding, bond forfeited. • Michelle L. Thompson, speeding, bond forfeited. • Coleman F. Collins Jr., speeding, bond forfeited. • Kara R. Dahley, disorderly conduct, guilty. • William B. Ward, disregarding traffic cone device, bond forfeit • Sharon P. Brown, speeding, bond forfeited. • Kenneth David Harris, failure to produce insurance proof, bond forfeited. • Diana Jo Hendricks, speeding, bond forfeited. • Thomas Trent Walls, speeding, bond forfeited. • Shelly Gail King, speeding, bond forfeited. • Marne Elizabeth Fauber, speeding, bond forfeited. • Tiffany Bernard, speeding, bond forfeited. • Floyd D. Carver, following too close, bond forfeited, • Linda K. Ward, speeding, bond forfeited. • Whitney M. Morrow, speeding, bond forfeited. • Lonzo Wayne Bramlett, drinking in public, bond forfeited. • Diana J. Sherrell, no seat belt, bond forfeited. • Susan McKinney Owens, speeding, bond forfeited. • April M. Collister, disorderly conduct, bond forfeited. • Kelsey N. Appleby, speeding, guilty. • Telisa N. Messer, speeding, guilty. • Leann Garner, speeding, bond forfeited. • Buddy Burgess, failure to produce insurance proof, guilty. • Daniel W. Young, speeding, guilty. • Matthew J. Lively, speeding, bond forfeited. • Ryan R. Shenk, failure to produce insurance proof, bond forfeited. • William L. Williams, speeding, bond forfeited. • Sherry A. Lowery, speeding, bond forfeited. • William A. Kimbrell, failure to produce insurance proof, bond
forfeited. • Christopher D. Grissom, failure to produce insurance proof, bond forfeited. • Melinda Satterfield, no drivers license, guilty. • Brittany N. Maxwell, failure to produce insurance proof, guilty. • Crystal L. Holland, no proof of liability insurance, guilty. • Chance B. Henson, speeding, bond forfeited; no drivers license, dismissed. • Keyly Diane Laymon, speeding, bond forfeited. • Brandon A. McCoy, failure to produce insurance proof, guilty. • Kristina Rackley, driving while intoxicated, guilty. • Anita Renea Crutchfield, failure to appear, guilty. • Timothy Blake Saliba, owner fail to register vehicle-expired tags, bond forfeited. • Renee Cherie Boutault, speeding, bond forfeited. • Mary Levera Blakey, speeding, bond forfeited. • Jennifer L. Scovill, criminal impersonation-second degree, guilty; obstruction of government operation, dismissed. • Rebecka A. Bradford Gibbons, no proof of liability insurance, guilty. • Evan A. Wilson, minor in possession of alcohol, guilty. • Troy A. Parks, speeding, bond forfeited. • Dian A. Ladner, failure to produce insurance proof, bond forfeited. • Douglas M. Nancarrow, failure to produce insurance proof, bond forfeited. • Lisa M. Robertson, no drivers license, guilty. • Tyler W. Juckett, speeding, bond forfeited. • Milisa R. Walker, failure to produce insurance proof, bond forfeited. • Clark C. Fuel, failure to produce insurance proof, bond forfeited. • Zachary R. Shoemaker, speeding, bond forfeited. • Kalib Ryan Prevost, no drivers license, bond forfeited. • Alredo D. Polo, speeding, bond forfeited. • Jonathan A. Cooper, no seat belt, bond forfeited. • Robert C. Shaddox, improper passing, bond forfeited. • Justin T. Riedy, no proof of liability insurance, guilty. • James L. Massengale III, speeding, bond forfeited. • Stephanie N. McNabb, speeding, guilty. • Kristopher T. Graham, speeding, bond forfeited. • Sarah Louisa Onstott, failure to produce insurance proof, bond forfeited. • Earl Stone, no seat belt, dismissed. • Heather L. Killough, speeding, bond forfeited. • Shawn Keith Watts, no seat belt, bond forfeited. • Thomas Scott Gregorich, careless and prohibited driving, bond forfeited. See District Court on page 5
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big brother. The Formosa Church of Christ had a special service for the kids returning to school. They gifted them with school supplies and served refreshments. Our Formosa EH Club had a potluck on Tuesday evening. There were 13 of us there. We had good food and even better fellowship. JR and I made a trip to Conway on Wednesday. I had an appointment with my dentist. I guess my teeth are gonna last a while longer. I sure hope so, anyway! Recently my cousin, Kelly Merrill and her children, Renae and Blake of Pea Ridge came to Clinton. Several of us cousins met with them at Western Sizzlin. We had a good visit, there was about 25 or so of us there. We enjoyed getting to catch up with all the family. I’m hoping we can do it again soon. We had a trip planned to go to Murpheesboro and dig for diamonds, but we decided this wasn’t a good week for it. So maybe we can go later, when the weather is cooler and a little dryer! Until next week, God bless all.
had dug up made for difficult bush-hogging. "One hole was 3 feet deep," he exclaimed. Nobody had any answers for this growing problem. The annual 60 percent kill back required to keep population growth in check isn't happening. County roads was a popular subject of conversation with various culvert locations and their efficiency discussed. The merits of gravel, chip and seal and asphalt were talked about. Ray Berry summed up by saying nothing would work without proper attention to preparing the road base. Many were excited by the Hank Arnhart spearheaded project to record the stories and family genealogies of residents in the greater Crabtree area. He is prepared to make personal visits for interviews and photos. He said he's doing it because, "As I get older family seems more important." If you're interested in finding out more give him a call and leave a message at 870-2513414. If you have info about the greater Crabtree and 16 West community call or text Jeff Burgess, 745-1249.
Wanda Shannon Jeff Burgess Crabtree
The Senior Night Potluck this Friday, 5:30 p.m., is "All About Chicken," at the Crabtree Foursquare Church. Desserts with eggs would qualify. Fun and games follows for the young at heart. More conversation from the Crabtree Community Reunion focused on increasing feral hog populations. Glyen Jackson said he jumped up a whole bunch on creek bottom. The bumps and ruts they
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I heard we were pretty close to a record for the most rain in August. Juanita Tester William’s memorial was well attended by family and friends from Arkansas as well as those from Tennessee. Wanda Tester’s sister Rosemary Williams from Maumelle visited Kenton and Wanda Thursday. Kenton did get a good report showing slight improvement in his wound. His doctor says it will take several visits to the wound center for
complete healing. I was told Eva Beavers got a good report from her doctor. David Smith is home but has to have radiation treatments five days a weeks for six weeks, along with chemo. Please keep him and his family in your prayers. Roy Story gave his family a scare on his birthday, had some pain and ended up at St. Vincent Medical Center in Little Rock. The last I heard was that he was being held for 48 hours to see what was going on and may be receiving a pace maker in the near future. Larry Bolden had a triple by pass on Wednesday and he was up sitting in a chair on Thursday. They said they would have him walking later in the day. Reva Myrick called to let me know about Larry and I had a nice visit with her. She had a big garden this year and has been busy selling her produce. She said she had been one busy lady. We went to the City council meeting the other night to see what was going to be done about the water problem. I guess my observation of the meeting is, a lot of talk and no action. Josh Miller, one of our state representatives, dropped in for part of the meeting. I did find out their will be a fundraiser October 8 with Mickey Gilley in the School Auditorium. If you want to know all about that you can talk to Tim Clark for all the details. Tim also said the disc golf course would be ready soon and they were going to have some tournaments, etc. The park is a happening place, you need to check it out. August 22 is our Mayor Richard McCormac’s birthday, so if you see him out and about wish him a Happy Birthday. Duane runs into Gia, Richard's wife, at the fitness center quite often early in the morning, but Richard is not there. I don’t think he has gotten in to the fitness thing like she has. If you have any news e-mail me at samsonshannon50@ gmail.com or call at 501-253-4850.
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• Katrina D. Heiderscheldt, speeding, bond forfeited. • Jackie L. Lankford Jr., failure to produce insurance proof, bond forfeited. • Laramy A. Baird, speeding, bond forfeited. • Samantha Jean Hapeman, no proof of liability insurance, guilty. • Amanda G. Darter, disorderly conduct, bond forfeited. • Destiny R. Young, failure to pay registration, guilty. • Joseph W. Mason, no proof of liability insurance, guilty. • Charles Lee Smith, no seat belt, guilty. • Darrell Palmour, no seat belt, guilty. • Amanda Sue Pickett, speeding, bond forfeited. • Sindhu Pakala, speeding, bond forfeited. • Travis Winn Parker, owner fail to register vehicle-expired tags, bond forfeited. • George Clinton Snider, speeding, bond forfeited. • Diana June Jackson, speeding, bond forfeited. • Michelle R. Waters Bowers, speeding, bond forfeited. • Lorennia B. Carr, failure to pay registration, guilty • Shawn Wilson, speeding, guilty. • Chad Allan Jacobs, speeding, bond forfeited. • Roger Ladell Pearson, no seat belt, bond forfeited. • David Sidney Gates, speeding, bond forfeited. • John P. Price, littering streams and public lands, no PWC, guilty. • Roger C. Harmon, boating violation, bond forfeited. • Melvin J. Gonzalez Medina, boating violating, bond forfeited. • Laura Elizabeth Boatman, failure to appear, bond forfeited. • Daniel Patterson, failure to appear, guilty. • Matthew Thomas Wood, failure to appear, bond forfeited. • Charles David Wheeler, failure to appear, bond forfeited. • Edgar Angiano, no drivers license, bond forfeited. • Bradley J. Roberts, minor in possession of alcohol, boating violation bond forfeited. • Michael R. Johnson, no PFD or PWC, bond forfeited.
The EH Council raffles off a quilt to raise scholarship funds.
Clubs: EH Council presents scholarship By Patty Munson
Another year and the Van Buren County EH Council has selected another recipient for our Opportunity Nursing Scholarship. Every year we Create a quilt and raffle it to help fund our Opportunity Nursing Scholarship. The scholarship goes to a nursing student who will be in a nursing program for the fall and spring semesters. The recipient must be planning to practice nursing in Van Buren County after completing their
nursing studies. We had seven great applications this year. It was hard picking a recipient. Katherine Dunham will be receiving the scholarship. Katherine is presently an LPN with Ozark Health. She will be completing her RN studies this fall at UACCM and will be working on her BSN in the spring at UCA. Tickets for our quilt can be purchased from EHC members. Call Patty Munson at 870-4962636 for information.
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Stuttgart man arrested On August 18, 2016, Van Buren County sheriff’s deputies arrested a Stuttgart man after a traffic stop. James Steve Sherman, 57, almost hit a Clinton Police car, according to a news release from the sheriff's office. Deputies stated they stopped him on State Highway 16 West and obtained permission to search after the driver appeared to be nervous. During the search deputies located several pieces of drug paraphernalia, the news release states. Sherman is being charged with felony possession of drug paraphernalia and misdemeanor possession of an Instrument of crime.
Holly Isabella Wiggs, granddaughter of David and Rosetta Sanders of Botkinburg, has completed training at the Little Rock Police Academy and is now a Little Rock Police officer. Her sister, Rachel Bain, has signed up for National Guard in South Carolina. Get the scoop on courts and crime in the county. Subscribe to The Voice.
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Sound-Off
Here is your chance to say what you think about issues and politics. We usually don’t encourage political letters, but for the months of August and September, we invite your opinions. We have to know who the letters are from in case we have questions, but we won’t print your name. To those who say anonymity should not be allowed, we say neither should intimidation. In October, we offer the politicians their turn to respond to anything that has been written about them and to make their case as to why they deserve your support. So, come on, Van Buren County – sound off!
What Democrats are for Regarding the Sound-Off titled “The Difference”: “For abortion,” to Democrats, is actually for a woman’s right to control her own sexual and reproductive health, including the right to a safe, legal abortion. That is a decision for the individual woman, not for Washington. “For same sex marriage” means allowing all persons to live with dignity, security, and respect, regardless of who they are or who they love. “Gun control” means believing in taking sensible action to address gun violence, not in ending responsible gun ownership. Only a lunatic doesn’t believe in closing the loopholes that allow selling weapons of war, such as assault rifles and large capacity ammunition magazines, without a background check. “Illegal immigration” means reforming the immigration sys-
tem to the realities of the 21st century. Democrats recognize that the current system is broken, but know the solution is not in building a wall to keep out the world. The United States was founded as a country of immigrants. And immigration is a defining aspect of our character. Regarding taking God out of their platform in 2012, Republicans are so good at half-truths and, dare I say, flat out lies. The 2012 platform ended up saying, “our faith and belief in God is central to the American story and informs the values we’ve expressed in our party’s platform.” (Just as an aside, did you know “God” does not appear in the text of the U.S. Constitution?) The letter-writer is right about one thing: The Democratic Party is not what it used to be. It is better than ever. Something that can’t be said about the Republican Party.
Drugs hold VBC back As a long time resident of Van Buren County I see so many changes. Not too many years ago VBC had much to offer. There were abundant cattle farms, dairies, chicken houses, a chicken plant, a boat factory, Belden cord plant, gas companies and Fairfield Bay was booming. All of which was a source of income. Today, most of these jobs are gone including several hundred gas industry employees who lost their jobs. I don't see a big change in the unemployment rate as some officials would like you to believe. It has been said from a Walmart associate that Walmart had been hiring and out of 75 applicants not one person could pass a drug test. This is pretty scary as we raise our kids and grandkids in this county. The drugs affect so many people and don't discriminate upon whom they prey. These people are moms and dads, sons and daughters, brothers and sisters and friends. We are losing
a lot of good people to drugs, good people left with no future. I believe jobs and drugs go hand in hand. Some people say that the "epic and historic" drug busts only happen in election years. Whether that is true or not, I'd like to know why the drugs are so bad that over 100 officers from other counties have to be called in? Why are the drugs so bad that the feds have to get involved? Why do we see so many people in the paper each week that are arrested who live outside this area? Are these people all coming to VBC to purchase their drugs? Scott Bradley has been sheriff for 14 years and this problem is getting worse not better. I have to chuckle when I read his campaign slogans, "A proven record" and "Lets work together to keep VBC moving forward." How many more years do you need, Mr. Bradley? I use to support Sheriff Bradley, but with the drugs escalating out of control I can no longer get behind him.
Room to improve
I am a past student at Shirley school and a present parent of a student at Shirley school. I remember when the Agri Department has a really good greenhouse project. It has had a good shop program and a good animal
husbandry program, too. Not any more. This year, the district has some new administrators. I hope they will give this problem the attention it deserves so that the program can again be an asset to the school.
August 23, 2016
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A huge pet peeve of mine is how people using Facebook and Twitter are now ruling the world. Many networks and online companies no longer even offer e-mail as a method of contact. Nobody pays any attention to us old fogies who are the backbone of the country and refuse to join the insanity of social media. The only thing that matters is how many Twitter comments any issues get, or Facebook posts, meaning the only people being listened to are the ones obsessed with public exposure to feed their egos. People who can hide behind anonymity and drive people they don't like to suicide with their public cruelty. Crooks can hack
bank accounts and credit cards and bring financial ruin to others now, which was unheard of not too long ago. I personally would like to see us go back to paper, so a Walmart truck could still be loaded with goods for the store instead of coming to a screeching halt if a computer crashes. How much better off would the health of our kids be if they threw away their devices and went outside and started playing in the real world? Climbing trees, playing ball, going exploring? I wouldn't trade my upbringing back in the ‘50s for anything. This exploding technology scares me, especially in how it is affecting our youth.
Help, not jail, for addicts
Something that makes me very sad is how many people are in prison for using drugs instead of being sent to a treatment facility. I've heard on TV that the US has only 5 percent of the world's population but a full quarter of the prison population. Something is really wrong here. We have 5 times as many people in prison per 100,000 as the U.K. – are our citizens that much worse? I don't think so. It has to be our laws that need changed. Drug dealers are one thing and deserve to be in jail, users are another. Addiction is an illness not a crime, and the tax money spent on incarceration could be better spent helping them get well and back to their families and productive lives without the lifelong stigma of being a “jailbird,” which makes it so difficult
to ever find a job. How many people in Arkansas could be released right now if the laws were changed? Would any be eligible for release if a new marijuana law is passed? This is a quote from an online article by Arkansas Times: "Because of tough-oncrime laws and the so-called War on Drugs, more people are behind bars in Arkansas than ever before: Arkansas's prison population has grown by 700 percent in 40 years." Another quote: "In 1972, fewer than 350,000 people were held in prisons and jails in the U.S. Today, there are more than 2.3 million." What can be done to turn this around? And by whom? Can our district representatives do anything? How many of us are willing to ask our representatives what can be done?
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Something fishy As of January 1, 2016, Arkansas Act 1191 has been in effect. This statute means food distributors and retailers will have to more clearly identify the source of any catfish-like food. Businesses will have to identify the source of their catfish or catfish-like products as being imported, farm-raised or other designations. If imported, a restaurant will have to disclose the source of the fish if asked by a customer. Last week I had lunch at a local restaurant in Clinton. I asked the waitress what kind of fish was the fried fish on the buffet. I was told it is SWAI, “a type of catfish.” I looked it up when I got home and learned SWAI, along with BASA and TRA, belong to what’s called the Pangasius family and they’re similar in character to catfish but aren't technically considered catfish by the federal government and therefore are not held to the same inspection rules as other imported catfish. According to the U.S. Farmed Catfish Association, there are no SWAI fish farmraised anywhere in the United States. It's all imported. Act 1191 is about ensuring quality control for consumers and protecting domestic catfish farmers from substitutes that are imported and sold often under the label of being “catfish.” By federal trade law, a restaurant cannot call catfish-like fish coming from Southeast Asia “catfish.” Restaurants of-
This & that
A lot of people are wondering about Bradley Hooper signs beingthisclosetogether. Because of this, Mr. Hooper, you have lost my vote, and Mr. Bradley, you never had it to lose. It is time for honesty and integrity, and Lucas Emberton is the man for the job. I am wondering why your reader was so upset by the speech Donald Trump Jr. gave? I didn’t hear it, but we know that someone other than the speaker writes those speeches. I know teachers give their students pencils, etc. My daughter was a cook for 18 years and she bought the kids lunch if they didn’t have the money to pay their bill. Have you forgotten about all the times Hillary has lied and the Benghazi deal? She knew all about that and let our men be killed. She sent all sorts of confidential information on her
ten get around this by calling it Southern Fried Fish or “Delta” raised fish. The problem is we may assume that “Delta raised fish” means catfish raised in the Mississippi Delta when really it comes from the Mekong Delta. If someone goes to a restaurant and gets sick eating fried fish they think is catfish, then they stop eating catfish and tell their friends about it. According to “Prevention” magazine nearly 90 percent of the catfish imported to the United States comes from Vietnam where the use of antibiotics banned in the United States is widely used. SWAI fish is on “Prevention” magazine's list of 12 types of fish to avoid eating. Stick with domestic farm-raised catfish, advises the director of the non-profit Food & Water Watch. This group looked at all the varieties of fish out there and how they were harvested, how certain species are farmed, and levels of toxic contaminants like mercury or PCB s in the fish. Markets and restaurants sell imported Asian fish because it's cheap, thereby undermining our domestic industry of fresh farmraised fisheries. More U.S. jobs being cut by cheap food from Asia, grown and harvested under questionable methods. The next time you see “Fried Fish” on the menu, be sure to ask what kind of fish it is and more importantly ask the source country of the fish.
computer to our allies. She said she will take away our guns, tear down all the walls and build bridges so all the illegal immigrants can walk over here. You know she walked in the Gay Pride parade. Doesn’t that tell you something about her? We can’t afford to feed the whole world, give them all the freebies and our social security that we worked so hard to pay in. That is for our retirement, not theirs. Now who are you going to vote for? I agree with the write about people changing after they are given some authority. I know why Lucas Emberton lost his job in our county. It is time for Christians to stand up and let their voice be heard. I am tired of all the drugs in this county and nothing being done about it. Sign me an ex-Democrat.
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A rich history at the church that Christ built Choctaw Church of Christ
Choctaw Church of Christ The Choctaw Church of Christ, located in the county of Van Buren and the town of Choctaw, is one that has truly been built by the hands of God. It dates back over 100 years. You can go back in time or ask anybody now that has anything to do with the church
of the very west end of Greers Ferry Lake. The lake was formed in the early 1960s by putting up a dam, which flooded the old town of Choctaw. The Corps of Engineers had a meeting with the men of the church and told them that the church had to be moved if they wished to keep
The main structure was built by W.H. Stobaugh. It was in use for a few years before it was dedicated as the Choctaw Church of Christ, which was between the years 1886 and 1888. It is safe to say the building was constructed circa 1875. and they will tell you that this church has always been concerned only with the idea of being the church that Christ built. It is a church with a rich past and one that has an even richer future.
the building. The Engineers paid for the moving of the building, so all the church had to do was to find a place to put it. The Engineers also required the church to have board of men to deal with them as
And they continued stedfastly in the apostles' doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers ... Praising God, and having favour with all the people. And the Lord added to the church daily such as should be saved" (Acts2:42, 47)
The history of the Choctaw Church of Christ dates back to 1873 when "Uncle" W.H. Stobaugh gave the material for the building to be constructed. Uncle Stobaugh owned a sawmill on Choctaw Creek. He hauled all the lumber by oxen and cut every board himself so that the building for the church to meet in could be built. The building was to be a 30 foot white building with a bell tower. This was to be the first church in the area. Some time later, around 1940, Lee Kidd and Jim Eubanks built an addition on the east side of the building. The town of Choctaw was located at the present site
to where and when the building would be moved. This was the first time the church called a group of men "elders." As soon as the moving pro-
to its present location at the junction of Highways 330 and 65. This is where the new town of Choctaw eventually all settled. The land that the church moved to was owned by C.F. Reed. He donated the land for the church to use. Once again, God used somebody to keep the church alive. In 1972, additions were added to the building. The additions were on the west side of the building and included a beautiful auditorium. The church had to take out a 10-year loan at the bank to pay for the new addition. The men of the church saw that the loan was paid off, and it only took six of the 10 years to do it. In 1984, the church gathered in the fellowship room, which is now the old auditorium, and burned the mortgage in a round, metal pan. God has always seen to it that the Choctaw Church was well taken care of. He made sure that there was strong leadership available. In the earliest years, C.L. Kidd, Jim Eubanks, Buck Kidd and Lee Kidd were some of the men that took the responsibility on their shoulders
The church was moved from the encroaching waters of Greers Ferry Lake; a glass jar was found in the cornerstone when the building was being readied for relocation. Inside were a few coins and other small items. The jar was reset in the present right hand cornerstone. cess was over, the men no longer went by the title of elders for quite some time. The men that led the church through this procedure were Jim Eubanks, Buck Kidd and Erdie Shannon. In 1961, the elders decided to move the building
to keep things going by making most of the decisions. Ralph Kidd speaks of Eardie Shannon as the greatest promoter of the church. he also says that C.L. Kidd was responsible for giving contributions t keep the church alive when
The building was moved in 1961 to get out of the way for Greers Ferry Lake. We are in the midst of building a new tomorrow. God has a wonderful plan for his church here. Our goal is to be unified as one body, to seek and save the lost. God's love for every person in our community is as real as his love for you and me. Because God loves us so much, we share that love with others. it fell on hard times financially. Many times nothing more than a silver piece was found in the collection plate. God is still blessing the church with men to lead it. Some past and current leaders include Max Monroe, Marvin Kidd, Eardie Shannon, Gail Koening, Jimmy Duncan, Sam Shannon Sr., Roy Story, Dewey Bohannon, Sam Shannon Jr., Billy Tomlinson, Nick Jones and Rickey Eppes. Brother Joe Watson was one of the first preachers that the church had, and he preached every fourth Sunday from the time of the dedication in 1888 until he died in 1896. The thing that made him special -- and Olen McCormac, as well -is that he was blind. Sister Jean Kidd put it best when she explained the preaching ability of these two men. "They were blind but could deliver good sermons, stating book, chapter and verse." Brother Olen's wife
would read from the Bible to him and later he would, as Sister Jean said, "deliver a remarkable sermon, quoting scripture so well no one would ever guess he was blind." Sister Jean also recalled another well-respected preacher who would walk miles down Harmony Mountain every Sunday morning to meet with the congregation at Choctaw and deliver his sermon. "We would watch for Uncle Henry to pass by the house on his way to church. We knew it was time to get the bunch together and start for the church house. Uncle Henry always carried his Bible with him, no matter what. Uncle Henry was considered poor financially,
but he was rich in so many other ways. He loved his family, and they loved him. He was so rich in knowledge of the Bible. It was said that he only had a third-grade education, but you would never guess it from the way he would read the Bible and deliver his sermon." Former pastor Rickey Eppes kept records on a computer owned by the church and began putting out a bulletin "Our Life Together" to help make it easier to track the future when it becomes the past. The still-growing church has a rich past, and God is still in charge. (History provided by Mike Eppes)
A classroom addition was made in 196061. Workers found forged square nails that had been used in the original construction of the building. The entry arch houses a bell that was used on Sundays and as a call for help. Hearing the church bell ring aside from Sunday morning meant for all able citizens to respond because a neighbor was in need.
Full-time and revival preachers • Frank Stobaugh • Joe Blue • Joseph Watson • Lath Loftus • Henry Cates
• J.U. Chisolm • Joe Warrick • Milton Peebles • Ruel Lemmons • Wendal Needham
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School Menus Clinton Elementary Aug. 22-26
Monday – Breakfast: Cereal, toast, applesauce. Lunch: Barbecue pork rib patty on bun, coleslaw, baked beans, watermelon wedge. Tuesday – Breakfast: Egg and cheese biscuit, peaches. Lunch: Chicken patty, creamed potatoes, steamed broccoli, roll, fruit cocktail Wednesday – Breakfast: Cereal, French toast sticks, pears. Lunch: Mexican pie, corn, cinnamon roll, sidekick fruit. Thursday – Breakfast: Pancake, ham, blueberries Lunch: Ham and cheese on flatbread, black-eyed peas, orange. Friday – Breakfast: Breakfast pizza, pineapple. Lunch: Hot dog, carrot sticks, curly fries, pineapple.
Clinton Junior & Senior High
Monday – Breakfast: Cereal, toast, jelly, pears. Lunch: Hot dog, cookie, oven fries, peaches. Tuesday – Breakfast: Breakfast bagel, peaches. Lunch: Chicken patty, creamed potatoes, steamed broccoli, rolls, mixed fruit. Wednesday – Breakfast: Cereal, Pop Tarts, apple wedges. Lunch: Mexican pie, pinto beans, cinnamon roll, applesauce. Thursday – Breakfast: Pancakes sausage, blueberries. Lunch: Ham and cheese on sub bun, chips, fruit juice or pineapple. Friday – Breakfast: Cereal, French toast sticks, applesauce. Lunch: Barbecue pork rib patty on bun, coleslaw, baked beans, pears.
Shirley Schools Aug. 22-26
Monday – Breakfast: Breakfast pizza, applesauce. Lunch: Pepperoni pizza, seasoned corn, salad, pears, brownie. Tuesday – Breakfast: Mini pancakes, diced peaches. Lunch: Chicken sandwich, tater tots, mixed fruit, chocolate chip cookie. Wednesday – Breakfast: Chocolate chip muffins, cantaloupe chunks, pears. Lunch: Nacho grande, cheese dip, spicy pintos, jalapeno rice, peaches. Thursday – Breakfast: Oatmeal, toast, jelly, applesauce. Lunch: Chicken fajitas, corn casserole, orange smiles. Friday – Breakfast: Chocolate gravy, biscuit, ham slice, mixed fruit. Lunch: Hamburger steak, green beans, mashed potatoes, buttered carrots, apple half, garlic toast. Alternate choice of cold cereal is available every morning.
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Outgoing board members were presented with certificates of appreciation at a recent meeting of the Van Buren County Literacy Council. Those members were (from left) Marla Vest, Emma Hink, Mary Jo Burnley and Therese Preusser. Not pictured is Gayla Feist.
ACCDA plans annual meeting By Burtie Harder
The Alread Center Community Development Association is topping off another busy year with its third annual members' meeting to be held August 27 at 6 p.m. in the Alread Cafeteria. The meeting will include reports on the various activities held,
those activities being planned and the grants being pursued since the August 15, 2015, meeting. Because of the way the board terms were divided at the 2014 and 2015 elections, the board will have three openings and nominations maybe made from the floor. There will
also be a vote to ratify the changes and clarifications made to the by-laws. All ACCDA meetings are open to the public and anyone interested in Alread is welcomed as a member. There are no membership fees and refreshments will be served at the meeting. To find out more
about events in Alread, visit alreadarkansas@gmail.com calendar The Alread Arkansas calendar’s Event Tag for this meeting contains an attachment of the newly revised by-laws and can be seen by clicking on the event, then click on “more details” and then clicking on the attachment.
Life Choices plans fundraiser Life Choices, the pregnancy resource center serving primarily VBuren and Faulkner counties and neighboring areas, will host its annual fundraising gala, “Inspire Life” on Tuesday evening, Sept. 13 at the Conway Expo Center. The buffet will open at 6 p.m. Dress is
casual. This year’s featured speaker is Kevin Sorbo, best known for his role in the hit TV series, “Hercules, the Legendary Journeys“ (1993-2000). For more than 35 years, Life Choices has supported the women and men of central Arkansas
who find themselves confronted by an unplanned pregnancy. As a non-profit, Life Choices serves the community by providing pregnancy tests, limited ultrasounds, pregnancy options information and parenting education as well as community resource information.
Life Choices served over 440 women in 2015, and based on services provided todate will likely serve even more women in 2016. For more information about this free event, e-mail lifechoicesgala@ gmail.com or call 501-329-5944.
Clinton gets grant to aid homeless The Clinton School District has been awarded the McKinney-Vento Education for Homeless Children and Youth Assistance
Grant for the 20162017 school year. This is a three-year grant to ensure that homeless children and youth have equal access to the
education and services needed to enable them to meet the same goals and performance standards to which all students perform.
Should you have any questions, contact Glenda Stagg at stagg@clinton.k12. ar.us or Shelly Hink at hinks@clinton. k12.ar.us.
“The four of us gators need to get some equipment and go down below” said Hogan to Moss.
We have the love of the whole creek to share.
Make a list but take your time.
And we need to be careful for it could be a widow maker right next door!
Some lights, a camera and some rope would be fine.
That pirate ship is what we need to explore Oldmanocean
And a good strong net for the silver and gold. “Forget the net” Moss replied. If there’s treasure its safe down there. We don’t need it for we have more than enough, why should we care? That was a statement only we could bare. For greed is rampant most everywhere.
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Van Buren County History The Forgotten Hall Joshua M. Hall 1812-1859
By Mary Jean Hall
A grave sits in the middle of Foster Cemetery, surrounded by rocks. A foot stone with the name Hall is the only thing marking the grave. Curiosity got the best of me so I researched the Foster Cemetery leaflet that Ruth Hall Phillips did in the late 1960’s and found that this is the grave of Joshua M. Hall. Joshua M. Hall was born Dec. 2, 1812, in Burke County, North Carolina, the son of Elijah Grant and Elizabeth Morrison Hall. His wife’s name was Marget (1817-?). Her maiden name is unknown. They came to Van Buren County, Arkansas, settling in the Gulf community in 1839. This makes Joshua M. Hall the first of my line of Halls to come to Van Buren County, Arkansas. Joshua Hall is found in the 1840 census I was given a typed copy of an 1846 letter that Joshua M. Hall wrote to his parents in North Carolina. Here is a copy of the letter: (I left the spelling as it is in the letter) To: Elijah Hall From: Clinton Marion P O Vanburen Co
Mcdowell Co Arkansas N Carolina Oct the 4th Loving father with sentiments of due respect I take the liberty of conversing with you for a few moments through the medium of my pen, these liens will inform you that my self and wife is injoying a reasionable portin of health at present. Thanks to the Dispensor of good for his continu (d) favors and blessings, ever hoping they may reach your hands an find you to gether with the rest of my friends and relations injoying perfect hearth. I recd your kind and friendly letter some few weks past bearing the date July the 2nd 1846 whitch letter I persude with mutch satisfaction also I recd one from David some time ago one from Hemphil. I will inform you of the health in this country there hasn’t bin many deaths on this river yet this fall but they has been a great deal of the chills and fever, but not as bad as it was last year. Crops are generally great here this year I have a good crop my self wheat crops tolerable good this year Corn last Summer was scearse and tolerable heard to come at. You may expect to see me Some time between this and next fall If I can make sail of my
tuck when I can I shall some to stay. Mother I was sorry to here of you being sick. I want to see you the worst sort If we both liv til next fall and nothing happins I will see you. Nothing more only your loving son a daughter farwel til I see you. Joshua M. Hall Eligah Hall Margret Hall Elisabseth Hall As I have room I will say something to you David (you stated to me you was going to Texas A volunteer to fight against the Mexicans you want to no whether I was gone or not. I dident go there was a call for volenteers in this county we dident make up a company and it all fel threw) They ant half the talk of war her not in texes nother that ther is in N Carolina,. I will tell you of the deaths of some of your acquaintenses here. Old Misses Craig and her Sone Alexander has departed this life Elexander dyed one night and his mother next morning. They are both baried in one grave. John Mccallisers wife dyd last March and John Mcallister is married to Mary Ivy some few weeks ago. Betsy and Woolines to Jurden Westen Imoline to James Western John M. Akin to Sally Gosling Capt.
Abner Morgan to Mary Elender Akins Anna Malinda Akines to Riley S. Williams you want to no if the bears had tuck possession of your improvement or not. Coon has chaist the bear out and possession himself. So no more but remain your brother and sister tll death. Joshua M. Hall David Hall Marget Hall (Note: David is Joshua’s brother.) (Note: This letter to David is from Joshua Hall’s neighbor, C. A. Moran. It was mailed with Joshua’s letter to his parents.) Friend Hall as here is room I will say a few words to you, I can inform you that my self and wife is well hoping thes lines wll find you all injoyin the Same like Belss I will inform you that I am living on Joeph c. Akins improvement. I giv Jo eighty dolars for his improvement me and my father in law lives together and works to gether we have a good crop. Give my restect to my father and brothers and brother in law Sisters and sisters in law I remain your friend from Morgan. C. A. Morgan Polly Morgan
This foot stone is marked with the name Hall at the Foster Cemetery. David Hall Joshua signed the letter: Joshua M. Hall, Eligah Hall, Margret Hall (wife), and Elisabeth Hall. I believe that Eligah Hall and Elisabeth Hall were Joshua and Margret’s children. But they are not listed in the 1840 or 1850 census, so they must have been born after 1840 and died before 1850. They may be buried in the Gulf Mountain Cemetery in unmarked graves. Joshua Hall made a trip back to Burke County North Carolina in 1849. On his return trip back to Van Buren County, his nephews, Robert Hall (1827-1896) and Elijah Hall (18311963) with their families traveled back with him. They also settled in the Gulf community. Robert and Elijah are brothers, sons of Elijah and Anne Wilk-
erson Hall. Elijah was a brother to Joshua. July 1, 1850, Joshua Hall bought 37.36 acres of land in Township 10-N, Range 16-W, Section 5 and 38.24 acres of land in Township 10-N, Range 16-W, Section 6. October 1, 1850 Joshua Hall bought 37.25 acres in Township 10-N, Range 16W, Section 5. Joshua M. Hall died 14 May 1859 at Scotland, Van Buren, Arkansas and was buried in Foster Cemetery. His nephew, Robert Hall, was named administrator of his estate. Margaret Hall, age 43, is found in the 1860 census of Liberty Township, Van Buren County, Arkansas living with Joshua Hall’s nephew, Elijah Hall and family. No more information has been found on Margret Hall.
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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. Sept. 2; drawing will be at 4 p.m. August's Word Find prize is from Deb's Fashion Outlet.
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Fishing Report Tailwater)
Fake Trees Mean Real Benefits at Norfork Arkansas Game and Fish Commission biologists are faking out the fish and anglers with a new habitat project on Norfork Lake by adding artificial cover to the lake in addition to standard fish attractors created from trees and brush. During the last three years, the AGFC has been able to purchase nearly $40,000 worth of commercially developed cover and place it evenly throughout the lake, thanks to the U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Sport Fish Restoration fund. So far, 126 artificial habitats have been placed at 14 sites, and more than 20 other habitats are left to sink. This is in addition to the 169 sites made of natural materials already maintained by fisheries biologists on Norfork Lake. The artificial cover
was purchased from Mossback Fish Racks, an Arkansas-based company specializing in environmentally friendly fish attractors. Each structure has multiple “trunks” and “limbs” that stretch 8 feet wide, creating a maze of excellent cover for baitfish. All habitats that are part of this project are being placed between 20 and 35 feet of water. As a stipulation to the permit issued by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, all artificial structures in Norfork needed to be at least 20 feet deep. This actually is ideal for fish habitat in Norfork, as this also is the range where summer anglers will find the thermocline, an area where oxygen-rich warm water and cooler water underneath meet to form a high-productivity zone.
Central Arkansas
maybe a few bream, crappie, bass and catfish were caught. The water is clear and at a normal level. No surface temperature was recorded.
Lake Conway
(updated 8-172016) Bates Field and Stream (501-4701846) said it was a very slow week with not many fish caught;
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Little Red River (Greers Ferry
(updated 8-172016) Lowell Myers of Sore Lip ‘em All Guide Service said the rain over the past several days has caused most of the Little Red River sections to be stained and/or muddy. However, after they get a break in the rain the nightly generation should clear up the river quickly. If fishing stained/muddy water, think bright colors or something with flash along the banks. For fly fishing, Myers recommends streamers, sowbugs, midges and Woolly Buggers. For Trout Magnet fishing, we recommend candy cotton, hot pink and red-colored bodies on chartreuse jigheads. Mark your calendars for the annual Little Red River Cleanup on Saturday, Sept. 10. Always check before heading to the Little Red River by calling the Corps of Engineers Little Rock District water data system (501362-5150) for Greers Ferry Dam water release information.
Harris Brake Lake
(updated 8-172016) Harris Brake Lakeside Resort (501889-2745) said the water is murky and the temperature has ranged in the low 80s on the surface. Overall, anglers have had a good, busy week. Bream fishing has been excellent. The bream are off the bank and biting worms and crickets. Crappie fishing is good. Bass fishing has been good on spinnerbaits, crankbaits and topwater
lures. Catfishing rated fair with worms and chicken livers working best.
Lake Overcup
(updated 8-172016) Johnny “Catfish” Banks at Overcup Bait Shop and R.V. Park (501-3549007) said water level is up 3 feet and muddy. Bream are good on crickets. Bass are schooling and good on bass minnows and buzzbait (black and chartreuse). Crappie are slow, but still catching good size in 6-8 feet of water on 2-inch umbrella jigs (orange/chartreuse sparkle.) Catfish are doing great on nightcrawlers and bass minnows with poles and bream on trotlines. One 20-pound blue was caught this week.
Lake Maumelle
(updated 8-172016) Fosters Four Seasons (501-8689061) said rainy conditions had slowed fishing activity considerably the past few days, with not many people out and not many good reports of catches. When it wasn’t raining last week, Fosters reported catches were being made all over the lake with the cooler weather over some of the weekend helped, and it should be cooler temperatures after the rain next week. Large, slab-size bream were reported two weeks ago, and bream overall were good on worms and crickets. Crappie were fair on No. 6 minnows, jigs and nib-
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lets. Bass fishing was good on spinnerbaits and crankbaits. Bass were in the brush and school and seemed all over. The catfish bite was good before all the rain using worms (nightcrawlers), and chicken livers. White bass were school in the lake and the action was good.
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Norfork Lake
As of Wednesday, the Army Corps of Engineers reports the lake’s elevation at 553.73 feet msl (normal conservation pool: September-April – 553.75 msl, April-September – 552.00 msl). (updated 8-172016) Tom Reynolds of STR Outfitters said striper fishing on Norfork Lake is hitting its summer peak. Norfork is different than other Southern lakes. The hotter it gets, the better the bite. This will continue into the middle of September, then the oxygen level is the lowest it will be and the bite slows down on the southern part of the lake. About that time The best bite on the lake is in the river. The striper bite continues to center around the dam area. You will find them from Shoal Creek to the front and back of Koso Point, Thumb Point, Dam Cove, Point One and then east toward Hand Cove. They continue to feed in the 30-35-foot range of water before light, then move
out to deeper water. The evening bite has begun. That bite usually starts around 6 p.m. up to dark off the lake points. As the sun sets, the stripers will move onto the point flats and begin their evening feed. The best bait this past week has been gizzard shad. Reynolds has been fishing Norfork Lake since his first May vacation in 1982. His son Sean was just 18 months old when he was on Reynolds’ boat watching dad catch stripers. They fished together since then on their home waters in Indiana and Norfork Lake. In 1997, the Reynoldses moved down to Mountain Home and Tom began his guiding business. Sean helped out and when he was old enough began to guide part time through school. He became very busy on his own with his restaurant and only could help out occasionally. Since he sold the business he moved to Knoxville, Tenn., and began guiding there, but Mountain Home called him back, and now that he is getting married in September he is starting a new journey. Sean will be joining Tom full time as his partner in their fishing and hunting business. Sean is an excellent fishing, duck and deer guide. Tom says he’s very proud of him and very excited that he has decided to join him.
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Classifieds • Legal ANNOUNCEMENTS
PERSONAL
FOOTBALL FEVER starts in The VOICE of Van Buren County August 30 and it is contagious! Two special pages each week will include photos, game stories and information about the next opponent, the teams and players as well as ads for each sponsor. The Football Fever will run for 11 weeks, or through the playoff season as long as our Yellow Jackets are winning.
Do you have equipment that does not work? I am a 13 year old boy learning to repair small engines. I am in need of non-working machinery to develop expertise. Call 745-4735 to donate your unwanted old equipment.
FOUND DOG
This boy needs to get home. He was found on Pine Street in Clinton on July 30th.
He is very sweet and appears to be someone's beloved house dog. Need to find his home.
Brand new Press Plates for sale. $2/plate or $100 for bundle of 50. Call the Batesville Guard ask for Chris Lively: 870) 793-3386
Square Bails Bermuda Horse Hay $5/bail Call 501-208-1830
Enjoy the music of the Don Nunley Band at 7:00 pm on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of every month at the Senior Center on Yellow Jacket Lane in Clinton. $3.00/person Come and have fun whether you dance or not! 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.
I estimate him to be young. He is red with white markings, about 70 pounds, he is short haired, has a black collar, can sit and give paw.
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HOMES FOR RENT IN FFB AREA
ORDINANCE NO. 2016-08 AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT FOR EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT HEADS
From: $375/mon - $750/mon
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Clinton, Arkansas, desires to establish a residency requirement for heads of emergency departments:
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF CLINTON, ARKANSAS: Section 1. This ordinance shall be known as the “2016 Ordinance Establishing a Residency Requirement for Heads of Emergency Departments”. Section 2. All other ordinances which conflict with this ordinance are repealed to the extent of such conflicts. Section 3. Heads of emergency departments must reside within the city limits or within 5 (five) miles of such corporate limits. Section 4. New hires to these positions who do not meet these residency requirements at the time of becoming heads of emergency departments shall do so within 30 (thirty) days of such appointment.
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Saturday, August 27 7:30 am to 12:30 pm
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APPROVED: /s/ Richard W. McCormac Richard W. McCormac Mayor
Incredible views from this prime spot overlooking Archey Creek.
ATTEST: /s/ Dena R. Malone Dena R. Malone, CMC, CAMC Recorder/Treasurer
Abundant wildlife; hunting, fishing, floating & swimming can all be enjoyed from this property.
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9079 Hwy 254 East, Dennard.
Household items and Lots of Miscellaneous
EMPLOYMENT
WANTED Horse drawn wagon or wagon parts in good condition. Call Tom 501-745-4378
Apple Tree Service, Inc.
Wood Stoves, Small engine repair parts and tools.
ALL VACCINATIONS Get Well Wishes and Prayers to Jason Housley. We hope that you are feeling lots and lots better now that you are home after six days in the hospital.
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2BRApartment near Senior Center and School. Central Heat/Air. All appliances. W-D connections. $550/month plus deposit. No Pets. Call: 253-1881
DUPLEXES FOR RENT Nice 1000 sqft 2-bedroom Duplexes with appliances. No Pets. No Smoking. $600-$650/month plus deposit. Call: 501-745-5858 or 501-412-7682
MLS # 16017581. Brawley & Assoc. Real Estate. Contact: Doug Jones at 501-470-8657.
Beautiful building spot just 10 minutes out of Clinton. Has Hwy 16 West road frontage. Approx 20 acres with utilities available at the highway. Large pond, woods and pasture or farm land. MLS # 16013894. Brawley & Assoc. Real Estate. Contact: Doug Jones at 5014708657.
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FOR RENT 2BR MOBILE HOMES Bee Branch. Wheel Chair accessible. $425/month Call for availability. (501) 581-8640
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Clinton, Arkansas, has reviewed the current Personnel Handbook and wishes to make change(s) to certain of the City personnel policies: NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF CLINTON, ARKANSAS: Section 1. This ordinance shall be known as the “2016 Ordinance Amending the Personnel Handbook”. Section 2. All other ordinances which conflict with this ordinance are repealed to the extent of such conflicts. Section 3. The change in the personnel handbook is as follows: Non-uniformed employees shall earn 8 (eight) hours per month of sick leave. PASSED: August 16, 2016 APPROVED: /s/ Richard W. McCormac Richard W. McCormac Mayor ATTEST: /s/ Dena R. Malone Dena R. Malone, CMC, CAMC Recorder/Treasurer
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ORDINANCE NO. 2016-32 BE IT ENACTED BY THE QUORUM COURT OF THE COUNTY OF VAN BUREN, STATE OF ARKANSAS, AN APPROPRIATION ORDINANCE TO BE ENTITLED: AN APPROPRIATION ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE ORIGINAL APPROPRIATION ORDINANCE #2015-39, THE ANNUAL OPERATING BUDGET FOR 2016, TO INCREASE THE PROJECTED REVENUE AND APPROPRIATE $73.44 INTO THE SOLID WASTE BUDGET #3009-700-1001, $461.64 INTO THE LIBRARY BUDGET #3008-600-1001, AND $361.89 INTO THE COUNTY ROAD BUDGET #2000-200-1001. WHEREAS: a refund of over payment was received from Aflac in the amount of $896.97; and WHEREAS: These monies need to be appropriated back into the budgets listed above. NOW THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED BY THE QUORUM COURT OF VAN BUREN COUNTY, ARKANSAS THAT: These monies be appropriated back into each fund as listed above. Approved this 18th day of August, 2016 APPROVED: /s/ Roger Hooper Roger Hooper, County Judge ATTEST: /s/ Pam Bradford Pam Bradford, County Clerk VAN BUREN COUNTY QUORUM COURT ORDINANCE NO. 2016-33 BE IT ENACTED BY THE QUORUM COURT OF THE COUNTY OF VAN BUREN, STATE OF ARKANSAS, AN APPROPRIATION ORDINANCE TO BE ENTITLED: AN APPROPRIATION ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE ORIGINAL APPROPRIATION ORDINANCE #2015-39, THE ANNUAL OPERATING BUDGET FOR 2016, TO INCREASE THE PROJECTED REVENUE AND APPROPRIATE $184.00 INTO THE COLLECTOR’S OFFICE BUDGET #1000-104. WHEREAS: a portion of a part-time/temp salary was paid out of the Collector’s Office budget #1000-104 that should have been paid from the Collector’s Automation budget #3001-104; and WHEREAS: These funds need to be appropriated back into the Collector’s Office budget in County General from #3001-104-1002 Salaries-Part Time, as listed below; To #1000-104-1002 SalariesPart Time $169.03 #1000-104-1006 Social Security $ 14.08 #1000-104-1011 Unemployment Comp $ .89 Totaling $184.00 NOW THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED BY THE QUORUM COURT OF VAN BUREN COUNTY, ARKANSAS THAT: $184.00 be appropriated into the Collector’s Office budget #1000-104 from the Collector’s Automation budget #3001-104 as stated above. Approved this 18th day of August, 2016 APPROVED: /s/ Roger Hooper Roger Hooper, County Judge ATTEST: /s/ Pam Bradford Pam Bradford, County Clerk
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CHURCH PAGE
Photo by EuGene Smith
Thanks to all of you who called and correctly identified last week's featured church as New Life Apostolic Church of Clinton. If you can identify this Church call 745-8040. (Remember to give me a contact for the history of your Church.) 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 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 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
Last Week's Featured Church
Last week's featured church was New Life Apostolic Church of Clinton 198 Richard Road, Clinton AR 72031, (501) 745-6411
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