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TUESDAY, May 2, 2017 / Vol. 3 Issue 17 / 75 cents The Clinton Yellow Jackets senior boys baseball team and senior girls softball team have won the District championships and now head for the Regional tournament. More photos, Page 16 (Photo from Jacket Journal/Facebook Page)

13 felony cases filed in April

The fourth-grade Clinton Jackets basketball team got a chance last week to meet Razorback basketball assistant coach Scotty Thurman and head coach Mike Anderson. Pictured are (from left) Will Alexander, Canyon Wherry, Liam Hudson, Brayson Littell, Cannon Piro, Jordan Medine, Reece Fosko, Gus Scroggins and William McFall. (Photo by Melanie Fosko)

Coach says look for success next season About 200 people turned out last Thursday to hear from Razorback basketball coach Mike Anderson and assistant Scotty Thurman. This was the sixth time the Greers Ferry Lake Area Razorback Club has held a banquet in Clinton. The club is one of the top chapters in fund-

raising for the Razorbacks. Anderson told the crowd to look for good things from the Hogs in 2018. He hopes to have six seniors returning for the season. Jalen Barford and Daryl Macon have entered their names in the NBA draft, and they will make their deci-

sions by May 24. Anderson talked about the struggles throughout the season, saying of the experts: “They had us in the cemetery; they had us in the hole. But they forgot to put the dirt on us.” Anderson told the crowd he enjoys going to events like the banquet to meet Ra-

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the same, according to Clinton Police. The act would be considered criminal mischief, we were told. We don’t expect anyone to plop 75 cents into what appears to be an empty rack to see if we actually do have papers inside, but if you notice any of our racks empty (or if you know who did this), we would appreciate it if you would give us a call at 745-8040.

ton last month. The high court affirmed the Circuit Court ruling ordering that the case files in the murder investigation of Ruby Lpwery Stapleton be made public. Stapleton was killed in 1963; no charges have ever been filed in the case. The Supreme Court found that everything the state police claimed as evidence of an “ongoing” investigation took place after the law firm filed the lawsuit on behalf of Stapleton’s granddaughter. This was not sufficient to declare the investigation “open and ongoing,” Justice Rhonda Wood wrote for the majority.

We like to think we have a sense of humor, but we did not find it funny recently when someone hid our newspapers. In fact, we found it downright criminal, and the Clinton Police Department agrees. The culprit apparently deposited 75 cents into our news rack outside the Exxon station in Clinton, then took the paper out of the window and hid several other copies of The Voice underneath the springboard shelf inside the rack to make it appear that the box was empty. Technically, it wasn’t theft, but it was a crime just

Supreme ruling

The Arkansas Supreme Court has made its ruling in Arkansas State Police vs. Keech Law Firm, the case that was partially heard in Clin-

zorback fans. The fans, he said, are a big part of his motivation to win. And he reminded the crowd that he came back to Arkansas to win the NCAA championship as the head coach. In his remarks inSee Coach on page 2

There were 13 felony cases filed in Van Buren County in April, according to documents on Arkansas Court Connect. Those cases are: State v. Wesley Armstrong, possession with purpose to deliver meth-cocaine, more than 2 grams, less than 10 grams. Armstrong, 39, of Rose Bud, is accused of dropping a bag containing methamphetamine on the stairs of the Van Buren County Courthouse in March. State v. Dustin D. Bradley, residential burglary, a Class B felony, also third-degree battery, a misdemeanor. Bradley, 37, of Clinton. Bradley is accused of entering his ex-wife’s home and hitting and pushing her, knocking her into a cabinet, which shattered. Bradley’s pre-trial hearing is set for Aug. 11, 2017. State v. Michael S. Fritts, domestic battery-second degree, a Class C felony. Fritts, 39, of Clinton is accused of pushing over a recliner in which his 74-year-old father-in-law was sit-

ting during an argument. Fritts’ plea and arraignment is set for May 22, 2017. State v. Robert Taylor, terroristic threatening-first degree, a Class D felony. Taylor, 47, of Fairfield Bay is accused of ripping out a blood catheter in his arm at the Ozark Health emergency room and yelling that the staff was “going to die from this.” Taylor’s plea and arraignment is May 22, 2017. State v. Gary D. Mills, aggravated assault, terroristic threatening-first degree, both Class D felonies, as well as two misdemeanors, criminal trespass and violation of a no-contact order. Mills, 34, of Clinton is accused of attacking a woman who has a no-contact order against him. His plea and arraignment is set for May 18, 2017. State v. Haley R. Cornelius, two counts of aggravated assault, terroristic threatening-first degree, all Class D felSee Felony on page 2

Clean up on aisle 4 – At 8:44 a.m. Thursday, Arkansas State Police Trooper Kip Stringer advised dispatch that there was a spilled load on the roadway in front of Global Foods in Clinton. Lt. Investigator Eric Koonce with the Clinton Police Department arrived on scene and Global Food employees were quick to respond and clean up the mess without incident. (Photo courtesy of the Clinton Police Department)

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onies, as well as domestic battering-third degree, public intoxication and resisting arrest, all misdemeanors. Cornelius, 21, of Jonesboro, is accused of trying to hurt her father and herself with a pair of hedge trimmers and of biting a deputy. Her plea and arraignment is set for June 2. State v. Eric B. Cargile, delivering meth-cocaine, a Class C felony. Cargile, 38, of Clinton, is accused of delivering less than 2 grams of meth to a confiden-

tial informant in exchange for $60. His plea and arraignment is set for May 22, 2017. State v. Tom Wayne Smith, delivery of a control substance, a Class D felony. Smith, 49, of Fairfield Bay is accused of delivering a controlled substance to a confidential informant in exchange for $13. Plea and arraignment is May 22, 2017. State v. Steven P. Sparr, 43, and State v. Tracy Ann Light. 43, of Clinton. The two are accused of a controlled substance meth-cocaine, a Class C felony, pos-

session of drug paraphernalia, a Class D felony, and maintaining a drug premise, a Class B felony. Their plea and arraignment date is May 18, 2017. State v. Jonathan Charles Dawson, commercial burglary, a Class C felony, and criminal mischief-first degree, a misdemeanor. Dawson, 35, of Heber Springs is accused of breaking into Sardis Church and damaging a surveillance camera. State v. Jeffery N. Dowell, alter/change engine or other numbers, a Class C felony, and fictitious tags and no liability insurance, both mis-

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demeanors. Dowell, 39, of Dennard is accused of scratching off the VIN number on a motorcycle. Plea and arraignment is set for May 18, 2017. State v. Holden Hankins, theft by receiving, a Class C felony, possession of a controlled substance meth-cocaine, and possession of drug paraphernalia, both Class D felonies. Hankins, 30, of Urbana, Missouri, was arrested after being found asleep at a construction site in a stolen vehicle, according to court documents. His plea and arraignment is set for May 18, 2017.

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Monday: Breaded chicken strips, mac & cheese, beets, tropical fruit. Tuesday: Pepper steak/rice, green beans, roasted carrots, autumn delight. Wednesday: Pinto beans/ham, sliced tomato/onion, greens, cornbread, angel food cake with strawberries. Thursday: Meatloaf, okra and tomatoes, scalloped potatoes, peaches. Scotland center is open Monday-Thursday

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Monday: Chopped steak/gravy, mashed potatoes, peas and carrots, fruit. Tuesday: Barbecue on bun, baked beans, coleslaw, baked apples. Wednesday: Baked ham, holiday sweet potatoes, green beans, fruited Jell-O. Thursday: Chicken & dumplings, carrots, green peas, 5 cup salad. Shirley Center is open Monday-Thursday

Tuesday: Pepper steak over rice, green beans, roasted carrots, autumn delight. Wednesday: Pork loin/gravy, mashed potatoes, squash medley, banana pudding. Thursday: Meatloaf, zucchini and tomatoes, scalloped potatoes, peaches. Friday: Breaded chicken strips, mac & cheese, beets, tropical fruit. Fairfield Bay center is open Tuesday-Friday

IRS impersonators charged Patrick C. Harris, Acting United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Arkansas, J. Russell George, Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration (TIGTA), and Robert G. Feldt, Special-Agentin-Charge, Social Security Administration, Dallas Field Division, announced last week the unsealing of a superseding indictment and the Tuesday arrests of seven individuals who participated in a nationwide scheme to steal nearly $9 million from unsuspecting taxpayers by

impersonating Internal Revenue Service (IRS) agents. The superseding indictment, returned by a grand jury in the Eastern District of Arkansas on April 4, 2017 and unsealed last week, charges 10 individuals with conspiracy to commit wire fraud. Two defendants — Jeniffer Valerino Nuñez and Dennis Delgado Caballero — were also named in 21 counts of wire fraud. Nuñez and Caballero, who were previously arrested in Miami on May 23, 2016, and remain in federal custo-

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dy, were first named in the original indictment filed on June 8, 2016. Tuesday’s operation, which lasted into the evening, resulted in the arrest of seven of the individuals named in the superseding indictment. Those seven are all Cuban nationals who were living in south Florida, primarily Miami. Tuesday’s arrests took place in Miami and West Palm Beach, Florida. Lazaro Hernandez Fleitas, 34, of Orlando, remains at large. “This fraud scheme has victimized thousands of in-

nocent people all across the country, including a number of citizens here in Arkansas,” Harris said. “These defendants pretended to be government employees and scared victims with spurious threats of legal action and imprisonment, and in doing so sought to take advantage of the most vulnerable among us. This indictment reflects our commitment to protecting our citizens from fraud, and holding accountable those who steal from honest citizens.” In the scheme, in-

Razorback Coach Mike Anderson addresses the crowd at the sixth annual banquet in Clinton. Anderson said he enjoys getting out across the state and meeting Razorback fans.

Coach troducing Anderson, Scotty Thurman, part of the 1994 NCAA Championship team, reminded the audience that it’s not just about basketball. “It’s about changing lives.” When Anderson took the stage he

said of Thurman: “He never saw a shot he didn’t like.” Thurman, of course, made the 3-point shot with less than 1 minute to go in the 1994 championship game against the Duke Blue Devils, securing the Razorbacks 76-72 win. That is the only NCAA title the Razorbacks have won – so far.

dividuals purporting to be employees of the IRS would call and threaten victims with legal action, arrest, and imprisonment for a supposed debt owed to the IRS. The callers made these threats and used other methods of intimidation to persuade the victims to wire money utilizing MoneyGram, Walmart-2-Walmart Money Transfer, and other wire-transfer services. “No legitimate employee of the United States Treasury Department or the Internal Revenue Service will demand that anyone make payments via MoneyGram, Western Union, Walmart-2-

Walmart Money Transfer, or any other money wiring method, for any debt to the IRS or the Department of the Treasury,” George said. “Nor will the Department of the Treasury demand that anyone pay a debt or secure one by using iTunes cards or other prepaid debit cards. If you receive one of these calls, hang up immediately and go to the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration (TIGTA) scam reporting page to report the call.” Currently, investigators have identified 7,797 nationwide victims for a total discovered loss amount of $8,958,995.71.

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The Clinton Avengers came out on top in their game against Shirley last week. (Photo by Robert Snyder)

Master Gardeners By Cynthia Lacken, Master Gardener

Water Department Manager Richard Hink says these paint chips were found in a school drain.

Hink says paint chips never posed danger Clinton Water Department Manager Richard Hink said paint chips found in a janitorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sink at Clinton Schools never posed a danger to the public. Hink said a contractor had been power washing and painting at the school and the chips might have washed into a

sink drain. None of the debris got into the sewer system, he said. Hink said two of the licensed plumbing inspector with the department were sent to the scene and reported no problems. Hink said the contractor was reminded how to dispose of paint chips.

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Those of us who have already planted our warm weather veggies and annuals are keeping our collective fingers crossed that we will not have another frosty night. Generally, cool season vegetables should be in by

mid-April followed by warm season crops and annuals. Our beautiful county has suddenly popped with color! From the dazzling palette of azaleas to the subtle greens and yellows of budding trees, the Ozark foothills look like a patchwork quilt of many shades and hues. Even the hum-

ble blackberry brambles are sporting delicate white flowers that look like they could float on the breeze. Wild flowers are showing up by the side of the road and we are again reminded of the miracle called spring. We have begun the countdown to our annual plant sale, which will be held on Saturday, May 13, at Ed Leamon Park in

Fairfield Bay. Master Gardeners have been busy preparing a wide selection of locally grown plants including annuals, perennials, herbs, vegetables, bushes and some trees for sale. If you have any questions about the Master Gardener program, contact our president, Maud Huber at (501) 8846547.

Changes proposed to fishing laws Arkansas Game and Fish Commissioners heard proposed changes to fishing regulations for 2018 at last week's monthly commission meeting. All proposed changes are available for viewing and public comment via online survey at https:// survey.agfc.com. "Some of these changes are simply cleaning up some language in the code to eliminate confusion, others are the result of scientific data collection indicating a need for change, and some are changes derived from requests from anglers which will not hurt the resource," said Ben Batten, assistant chief of fisheries for the AGFC. "We always leave an open slot on our surveys to gather more public comment, and I encourage everyone to take that opportunity to voice their concerns." Batten says many anglers may feel like their comments go unnoticed, but biologists take every statement to heart. "Sometimes there's an underlying factor or scientific reason why we can't do something suggested," Batten said. "But that

doesn't mean we aren't listening. Some of the open-ended comments may shine a light on a situation that needs more attention." The following are among the 27 regulations changes being considered: 1. Implement an 18- to 21-inch slot limit and allow only one fish longer than 21 inches for largemouth bass on Lower White Oak Lake. Also enact statewide creel limits for crappie and catfish on the lake. 2. Remove the 13-inch minimum length limit for spotted bass on Lake Ouachita. 3. Remove the daily limit for crappie on Lake Charles. 4. Revise current trout regulations to ban culling of all trout species statewide. Once any trout on any body of water is kept on a stringer, livewell or fish basket, it must be harvested. 5. Closure of all access within 100 yards below Dam Number 3 on the Spring River. 6. Require daily harvest reporting for commercial anglers. 7. Close commercial fishing in Ouachita Coun-

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ty, except on the main channel of the Ouachita River. 8. Create a trophy tag system to keep alligator gar. 9. Open a special commercial fishing season on Lake Chicot to address silver carp. 10. Change opening date of hogging and noodling season south and east of Arkansas Highway 67 from June 1 to May 15. 11. Prohibit the take of grass carp on Lake Columbia. The Commission is expected to vote on these changes during its August 2017 meeting. To take the survey, visit survey.agfc. com. The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission also reports that it met April 26 with Split Rock Studios, a Minneapolis-based company that focuses on exhibits and displays for facilities such as the AGFC's nature centers, to discuss ideas for the proposed Northwest Arkansas Nature and Education Center in Springdale. Split Rock Studios was among the group of companies included in the overall bid selected by the AGFC's Education Di-

vision to build the nature center, which is planned for a 61-acre plot north of downtown Springdale. The size of the new center is contingent on funding. As of now, the AGFC has $10 million committed to the project, which includes $5 million pledged by Johnelle Hunt of Springdale and matched by the AGFC and the AGFC Foundation. A targeted funding amount of $15 million would allow the construction of a 28,000-squarefoot main complex with a variety of exhibits, three covered pavilion areas, nature trails, and a 3D archery and regular archery range, according to Doug Newcomb, chief of education at the AGFC. The land that will house the center originally belonged to the Springdale water and sewer district, then was deeded to the City of Springdale, which in turn donated it to the AGFC, contingent on it being used for conservation and education. AGFC Commission Chairman Fred Brown revealed plans for the center when he took over as chairman in July 2016.

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Obituaries

Sue Fraser

Emma Sue French Fraser, 93, entered heaven Sunday, April 23, 2017. She was born October 5, 1923 to William Glenn French and Vera Jane Smith French in Bee Branch, Arkansas. Both parents died when Sue was very young and she was raised by grandparents, uncles and aunts. On May 12, 1944, Sue married Joe Garner Fraser and they enjoyed over 71 years of mariage. Sue is pre-deceased by her parents, sister, Verna Nell and her husband, Joe. Sue is survived by two daughters, Susan (Grady) Baker of Greenbrier and Lisa (Bob) Lamb of North Little Rock; four grandchildren, Justin (Vicki) Baker of Jasper, Tennessee, Jeff Baker of Greenbrier, Jeremy Baker of Little Rock and Cassidy Lamb of North Little Rock; four great-granchildren, Nicole, Brandon, Sa-

Ronnie Bradford

Ronnie Gene Bradford, 67, of Bee Branch, Arkansas was born October 12, 1949 to the late Ancil and Billie (Graddy) Bradford in Morganton, Arkansas and passed from this life on April 28, 2017 in Clinton, Arkansas. Ronnie was a barber for over 35 years and was of the Church of Christ faith. He is preceded in death by his parents and grandparents, Clarence and Auda Graddy. Left to cherish his memory are his brother, Danny Bradford (Melissa) of Benton, Arkansas; his sister, Debbie McDoniel of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.

vannah and Haley; and one great-greatgrandchild, Natalie. Sue, as she preferred to be called, was a wonderful person who loved her family and friends. She was an excellent cook and loved to bake. She was a very talented seamstress. Sue was a stay at home mom until 1968, when she became a teacherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s aide at Clinton Elementary. She had an extreme love and compassion for her students and loved meeting up with them after she retired in 1989. She spent her later years enjoying her family, having coffee with friends and was a constant inspiration to all that knew her. Visitation was April 25, 2017 at Clinton First United Methodist Church. Funeral services were at 2 p.m. at the church. Interment was at Bradley Cemetery in Clinton. Funeral arrangements by Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Clinton, Arkansas. Visitation was Monday, May 1, 2017 at the Roller-McNutt Funeral Home Chapel in Clinton. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, May 2, 2017 at the funeral home with interment at the Colony Cemetery in Bee Branch.

Georgette Guffey

Georgette Brooks Guffey, 73, of Shirley was born September 12, 1943 in McCormick, Arkansas to the late Lee Gordon Brooks and Estelle (Settlemire) Brooks and passed from this life on April 22, 2017 in Conway, Arkansas. Georgette had a heart for people, especially children. She taught special education in the public school systems for over 30 years. Georgette was a devout Christian of the Baptist faith. She was certain of her eternal destiny at the time of her passing. She is preceded in death by her parents, her beloved husband of over 50 years, Tommy Guffey and four siblings.

Left to cherish her memory are her seven children, Walter Guffey, Jackie Guffey, Darlene Keeton, Deborah Vinson, Ronnie Guffey, Sherry Walker and David Lopez; 14 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; other relatives and many friends. Visitation was Tuesday, April 25, 2017 at the Roller-McNutt Funeral Home Chapel in Clinton. Funeral services was 2 p.m. Wednesday, April 26, 2017 at the funeral home.

one brother: J.Z. McCaslin. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Wednesday, May 3, 2017, at the Harris Funeral Home Chapel in Morrilton with James Williams officiating. Burial will be at Foster Cemetery near Scotland. Family will receive friends 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, May 2, 2017 at the funeral home.

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Reba Ratzlaff

Reba Bradley Ratzlaff, age 91, died at River Chase Nursing Home in Morrilton on Friday, April 28, 2017. She was born April 18, 1926 in Scotland, Arkansas, the second child of Zee and Myrtle McCaslin. She was a graduate of Scotland High School and received her Bachelor of Science from the USC at Jonesboro, Arkansas. Reba was a member of the Downtown Church of Christ, a teacher, coach, and later a care giver to elderly ladies. She enjoyed her family, friends, horses, and had deer for 15 years at Cypress. The students called her the dear-deer lady. She was active in 4H and Girl Scouts. Reba is survived by her daughter, Myra Holloway of Morrilton; four granddaughters, Amber Neal of Springfield, Heather (Jimmy) Story of Solgohachia, Casey Egues of Springfield, and Corey (Vince) Ricardi of Heber Springs; five great-grandchildren; and sister, LaDonna Sheppard of Anderson, California. Other than her parents she was preceded in death by her husbands, Warren G. Bradley and Ernie Ratzlaff; two sisters, Norma Dunsworth and Ruby Steeb; and

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Sandy Kay Standridge, 62, of Fairfield Bay, Arkansas, passed away April 21, 2017 in Little Rock, Arkansas. She was born November 26, 1954 to Clevis Boyd and Mary Ruth Holly Standridge in Clinton, Arkansas. Sandy was an Licensed Practical Nurse, graduating from University of Arkansas Community College in Morrilton in May of 2005, and worked at Ozark Health Nursing Home before her illness. She was very proud of being a nurse and was very dedicated to her chosen career. Sandy also attended Maranatha Assembly of God Church in Shirley, deeply loved the Lord and her family. She enjoyed reading, crocheting and gardening. Left to cherish her memory are her sons, Justin Whetsel and Timothy Whetsel; siblings Debbie Lee and husband Rick of Greentown, Indiana, Danna Shelley Standridge of North Carolina, Jennifer Anderson of Port Richey, Florida, Danny Standridge and wife Brenda of Elwood, Indiana, Jimmy Standridge of San Antonio, Texas, Chris Standridge and wife Melissa of Cicero, Indiana, Steve Young of Clinton, Arkansas, John Young of Kansas and Billy Young of Jacksonville, Arkansas. Sandy is also survived by her dad and mom, Clevis and Pat Standridge

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May 2, 2017 of Elwood, Indiana, and her mother Mary Ruth Young of Clinton, Arkansas; grandchildren Austin Whetsel and Mason Whetsel of Oklahoma; and her very special friend Michael Brock; as well as a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. Sandy was preceded in death by her grandparents, Lum Standridge, Rinda Standridge, Johnny Holly and Bertha Holly. Services were 11 a.m. Thursday, April 27, at Clinton Funeral Service with Sister Shelia Gardner officiating. Pallbearers were Timothy Whetsel, Justin Whetsel, Michael Brock, Danny Standridge, Jimmy Standridge, and Chris Standridge. To sign Sandy's Book of Memories, go to www.clintonfuneralservice.com.

Lindy Badders

Lindy Pat Badders, 78, of Gravesville, passed away Wednesday, April 26, 2017, at his home. Born July 26, 1938 in Heber Springs, Arkansas to the late Charley and Shellie Cathy Badders, Lindy was a U.S. Army Reserve veteran. Lindy was a retired bridge weld inspector for Afco Steel, enjoyed fishing, hunting, gardening, and sitting on his front porch. He was also a Mason and a member of Doric Lodge 471 in Damascus. Left to cherish his memory are his son, Bobby Badders of Gravesville; siblings Dawn Herndon of Hopewell, Arkansas, Glen Badders of Heber Springs, Dale Badders of Indiana; grandchildren Jayme Badders Beck and Devin Badders, both of Gravesville; great-grandchildren, Sophie and Spencer Badders of Graves-

ville; numerous nieces, nephews, friends, and other family. Lindy is proceeded in death by his parents and one brother, Nolan Badders. Visitation was Sunday April 30, 2017 at Clinton Funeral Service in Clinton. Graveside services were 2 p.m. Monday, May 1, 2017 at Pearson Cemetery in Pearson. To sign Lindy's book of memories, go to www.clintonfuneralservice. com.

Thomas Nutt

Thomas Joseph Nutt, age 89, of Bigelow, Arkansas, passed away Wednesday, April 26, 2017. He was born January 3, 1928 in Bigelow, a son of Joseph Nutt and Mildred Ellen Shelton Nutt. He was a Korean Army veteran and the widower of Helen Lucille Schwarz Nutt. Thomas retired from the former Ward bus company and was a member of St. Boniface Catholic Church. He is survived by his children, Donna (Steve) Jordan of Bee Branch, David Nutt of Conway, Anita Nutt of Bigelow, Patrick (Kelly) Nutt of Benton, Tony Nutt of Conway, and Timothy Nutt of Little Rock; brothers, Lee Nutt and Max Nutt, both of Bigelow; sisters, Evelina McWilliams of Vilonia and Ruth Ann Mayhan of Mabelvale; and two grandchildren. Other than his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Phyllis Renae Nutt; brothers, John Nutt and William Nutt; and sisters, Helen Talley and Clara McNulty. Funeral services were 10 a.m. Monday, May 1, at St. Boniface Catholic Church with Father Richard Davis officiating. Committal serSee Obituary on page 5

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Plaque of appreciation – Shirley School Board President Collene Halldorson presents Brenda Smith with a plaque of recognition for 10 years of service to Shirley School District as a member of the School Board. During her tenure, Smith served as School Board president.

Calendar Sterling Scholar Speaker, Dr. Kevin Browne, Ph.D., of the University of Central Arkansas, presents Got Shakespeare? from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesday, May 3, at the Little Red Restaurant/ Indian Hills Country Club in Fairfield Bay.

Cindi Wolff and Sandra Crowder discuss the new 2017 MEDICARE options from 1-2 p.m. Thursday, May 11, at the Community Education Center, 130 Village Lane, Fairfield Bay. Call 884-4440 for more information.

Donation – The Ladies’ Auxiliary of the American Legion Fairfield Bay Post 333 donated $200 worth of school supplies to Shirley Schools this year. The auxiliary president is Judy Johnson.

The Van Buren County Cattlemen’s Association will meet meeting Monday, May 8, at Western Sizzlin. Eat at 6 p.m., meeting at 7 p.m. This month’s sponsor is Tractor Supply. Saturday, May 6, from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. is Ozark Health’s Big Event at the hospital

parking lot. Games, vendors, food and fun for all ages. Free. Health screenings from 8-10 a.m. Bloomin’ in the Bay, a Celebration of Spring, will be held Saturday, May 132, at Ed Leamon Park in Fairfield Bay. There will be a plant sale, art show and kids activities as well as a barObituary from page 4 vice was 2:30 p.m. at Holy Cross Cemetery in Jonesboro by Harris Funeral Home of Morrilton.

Jeannie Fletcher

Thelma Jean “Jeannie” Fletcher of Onia, Arkansas, went to be with our Lord

To exercise or not when sick? For the most part it's better to only do light exercise when you are sick because strenuous exercise will add more stress to your body, which will lower your body's immune response. A good rule of thumb is if your symptoms are above the neck (runny nose, nasal congestion, sneezing, sore throat, headache) then it should be OK to exercise at a lower intensity, but still avoid any strenuous exercise because it will place more stress on your already stressed system and worsen or prolong your recovery. If your symptoms are primari-

becue contest and live music. Call 8844202 for more information. It’s Game Day at Scotland Senior Center on Saturday, May 6. There will be a pool tournament with sign-up starting at 9:30 a.m., and bingo beginning at 10 a.m. Lots of prizes.

and Savior on April 22, 2017. Jeannie was born on May 11, 1949 in Kennett, Missouri. She grew up in Newnata, Arkansas and went to Timbo High School. Jeannie ministered as a pastor's wife for over 40 years and was a retired postmaster. She loved serving the church, singing, and working with youth. Jeannie enjoyed gardening and canning. She loved spending time with her three grandchildren. She enjoyed serving people whether

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The Van Buren County Area Agency on Aging is hosting a car show Saturday, May 6, at the Clinton Senior Center. Kids games, vendors and food is on tap for the event. Send your Calendar items to voiceeditor@ artelco.com.

it be through teaching children at church or cooking a special meal for someone. Jeannie was preceded in death by her father Bill Patrick and three infant sons. She is survived by her husband of 50 years, Gary Fletcher; son Shawn and April Fletcher of Mountain View, Arkansas, and three grandchildren, Jett, Luke, and Ella; her mother Nita Rogers and stepfather Fred Rogers of Clinton Arkansas; sister Shirley Patrick and David of Little Rock; brothers Kenny and Shirley Patrick of Newnata, Larry and Rita Patrick of Mountain Veiw, and Billy and Carolyn Patrick of Greenbrier, Arkansas; along with many other special family and friends. Funeral services were Tuesday, April 25, 2017, at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church. Interment was at Pordue Cemetery in Onia, Arkansas. Arrangements by Roller Coffman Funeral Home, Mountain View.

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Readers name names in old photograph We asked for help a few weeks ago identifying the people at this meeting from the 1960s, and we got several responses. We still don't know who everybody is, but here's the information we received: (front row, from left) Josephine Privitt, Kermit Privitt, Gordon Eoff and Doyle G. Love. In the back row, three of

Doris Brown and Calla Linn

Amy Bramlett

Brandy Kimmons

the men are unknown, the other three are Ott McKinney, Bill Ham and David Bastian. Thanks to Lloyd Eoff and several other readers for the identifications and to Jan Henderson for sharing the photo. If you have photos of Van Buren County's past to share, send them to voiceeditor@artelco.com.

Thelma Murray

Remembering an old friend By Kay Weaver

Friends of Opal Aldridge paid tribute to her at the Shirley Senior Center recently with an Easter Parade showing her collection of hats and purses. Ms. Opal passed from this life in December 2016. She

was very active in celebrations at the center and Kirk of the Hills Church at Fairfield Bay. She would cook for others, feed the birds, plan parties for friends, pray for everybody, tell stories and was a friend to all that crossed her path. Ms. Opal was the grand marshal for the

Shirley Homecoming in 2016, an honor she wore with much dignity and personality. She also donated several items to the Shirley Centennial Museum. Those participating in the parade were Kay Weaver, Inez Privitt, Lois Compton, Myrtle Smith,

Calla Linn, Doris Brown, Thelma Murray, Brother Bob Hadley and wife Kathleen, Cathy Simpson, Gay Ryan, Brandy Kimmons, Sam and Laurie Stone, Ms. Bobbie, Jo Hamilton, Amy Bramlett and several other friends.

Opal Aldridge

VAN BUREN COUNTY 2017 SPRING RABIES CLINIC

Cathy Simpson with Kathleen and Bob Hadley

BULL & FEMALE SALE Ms. Bobbie with Sam and Laurie Stone

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SATURDAY, MAY 6

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May 2, 2017 for the year. Hopefully, it won’t rain. The car show should be awesome. A good number of entries already. These car owners love to show their cars. Some of them are real treasures. There will be food, fun for the kids, bounce house and all kinds of vendors. Plan to spend the day and support the aging program. Scotland is having its pool tournament on Saturday, May 6. They always have good participation. Have a good week and always be humble and kind!

call the Senior Center, 592-3377 or 5923987. We need a new Senior roof on the ScotCenters land School gym. We Do you think we have to have funds have had our share of before we can apply rain? for a matching grant. I did not report The Scotland Comlast week’s pool winmunity will be trying ners. Sorry guys. to raise money to do They were Bill Bonds that. We will start by and Bill Roberson. having a Soup and This week’s winners Chili Potluck (and of were Winston Tucker course desserts) on and Wendell Cassell. May 11. I will let you These guys take this know all of the particstuff seriously! ulars when the plans Sixty-one peoare finished. We are ple ate fish at Clinton counting on everyon Thursday. Enjoyed James & Joyce one for help and the homemade hushBurns support and a lot of puppies. Good job ideas. This is for our to the cooks. We ate Scotland fish again at Fairfield Scotland Senior whole community. On April 29, Bay on Friday. Good Center is having a job there, too. At- Thelma Murray Game Day and a Pool the Clinton Library tendance was good Tournament on Sat- showed the movthere also. There are Shirley urday May 6. Sign- ie “Terror at Black some really good adWendel Watts of up is 9:30 for the Pool Falls” that was made ditions to the menus. Scott visited his sis- Tournament and Bin- in Scotland in 1959. I Spring chicken salad ter Maureen Murray go begins at 10 a.m. hope all of you that was great. Try it; you Wednesday. Lunch will be avail- have not seen it got might like it! Paul Poynor got a able at noon. There to go. Mary Hall spent Big day com- good report from his is cash prizes for the several years and ing up on Saturday, doctor on his last vis- tournament and a many hours searchMay 6, at the Clin- it. Wanda Poynor has lot of wonderful priz- ing for this movie and ton center. This is had bronchitis but is es for the Bingo. For has shared it with maone big fundraiser feeling better. more information ny people in the state of Arkansas. We wish Mary Hall a speedy recovery from her surgery last week. Mary also had a birthday this last week. Everyone have a safe week and think about the nice weather we will have after WEDNESDAY MAY 10 - 10 am all of this rain is gone. 181 Blossom Loop, Clinton, AR If anyone has news call James Directions: From HWY 65 in ClinBurns at 592-3935 ton turn East on Blossom Loop. and he will see that it gets into the paper. Beautiful Property! Appx 1792 sf 3 bedroom/2 bath home

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Carolyn and Joey Ussery of Greenbriar came and did some work on their cabin this weekend. The Van Buren County Extension Homemakers Council will be having a bake and plant sale on Friday, May 12, in front of Goode's Cash Saver Grocery in Clinton. This would be a good time for men who don't cook to get something for Mother's Day for someone.

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A reminder that Exercise Time at the Alread EHC building has moved to Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, 9-11 a.m. The interested public is invited. Tuesdays are Prayer Night, 7-8

Bigfoot and friend – The 16 West Bigfoot has been joined by a mate, pictured with the original about 20 feet behind. Both statues are owned by Jim Pack and were received as birthday gifts. (Photo by Jeff Burgess)

p.m., at the Crabtree Foursquare Church, and Bible Study is on Wednesdays at the same time. Thursday they are quilting in the EHC building 10:30 a.m.2:30 p.m. Interested persons are invited to stop in and see what it is all about. The Alread Fire Department's monthly meeting is Thursday, 7-8:30 p.m. For more info call 745-7729. On Saturday it's the ATV Poker Run in Alread sponsored by ACRDC. Jim Pack of Alread received his second Sasquatch statue this year for his birthday. It was an exciting trip cross country with it standing up in the bed of his truck as he returned from a birthday celebration in Pennsylvania. Upon close examination the smaller statue, around 600 pounds, is definitely female. Jim is quite proud of his growing family of Bigfoots. "Blooms of Note" going on now include the very last of the late daffodils, native spiderwort, and white old-fashion peonies. Be sure and take the time to stop and smell. If you have info about the greater Crabtree & 16 West community call or text, Jeff Burgess, 745-1249.

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April has now come and gone. I hope that everyone has taken the time to stop and smell the flowers. I would like to wish Bobby Bagley a happy birthday! Here the past week or so a few neighbors have started planting their gardens. I pray that you all have a plentiful harvest this year! One thing I enjoy about country living is getting to wake up and look out my front door to see turkeys strutting their stuff across the road. Wanda Holley finished another beautiful quilt recently. If you have not seen her work, I highly suggest the next time you see her to ask her about her quilts. Brenda Passmore is healing wonderfully. She has been back tending to her flower gardens, which are blooming beautifully! Our family has been busy with end of the school year things. Kindergarten graduation coming up, school meetings, and lots more. If you have any news you can call me at 745-4639 or email me at: paigeberger2013@gmail.com

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Entertainment

May 2, 2017

Some music legends not seen, only heard Some of the unsung heroes of the music industry are the studio engineers who work with the music and tweak the sounds to make the songs shine when they are recorded and produced. Many groups are unable to duplicate their songs live as they were recorded in the studio. Why, you ask? It is simple. The recording engineer takes great pains and spends countless hours mixing the songs, and balancing the sounds that gives the music the punch it needs to pull the listener in and awe them. One such engineer, I have followed for many years; and I was stunned at how many projects this guy was involved in from their inception. The guy’s name is Alan Parsons. Alan Parsons was born in London, England, on December 20, 1948. The music genre he is most associated with is rock, progressive rock. His talents include being an audio engineer, composer, musician, record producer, and director. He plays keyboards, synthesizer, guitar, bass guitar, flute, and sings

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I was never a big David Bowie fan, he was just a little too out there for me. But I do recognize that he was something special. He was a star. “Lazarus” from his final album, “Blackstar” that was released two days after his death in January 2016, is a spellbinding song. “Look up here, I’m in heaven,” grips you from the start and the video is haunting. Check it out if you haven’t already.

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as well. He is still actively recording for labels such as Legacy, Arista, Fox, Mercury, and Frontiers. His own project "The Alan Parson's Project," has produced many albums in the past and a bunch of hit songs like "I Robot," "Turn of a Friendly Card," "Vulture Culture," and "Days Are Numbers." Parsons was an assistant engineer at Abbey Road Studios, where he earned his first credit on the LP "Abbey Road" engineering for the Beatles. He became a regular there, engineering such projects as Paul McCartney's "Wild Life," and Red Rose Speedway." He was involved in five albums by the Hollies, and Pink Floyd's "The Dark Side of the Moon," for which he received his first Grammy Award nomination. He was known for doing more than what normally would be considered the scope of a recording engineer's duties. Parsons considered himself to be a recording director, likening his contribution to recordings to what Stanley Kubrick contributed to film. This is apparent in his work with

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Al Stewart's "Year of the Cat," where Parson's added the saxophone part and transformed the original folk concept into the jazz-influenced ballad that put Al Stewart onto the charts. It is also heard in Parson's influence on the Hollies' "He Ain't Heavy, He's My Brother" and "The Air That I Breathe," sharp departures from their popular 1960's hits "Stay", "Just One Look," "Stop! Stop! Stop!" or "Bus Stop." Alan Parsons also mixed the debut album by the American band Ambrosia and produced their second album "Somewhere I've Never Traveled." Parsons was nominated for a Grammy Award for both of these albums. In 1996 I bought an album that is quite rare these days entitled "On Air." I had been listening to it for several months and really enjoyed the unique concept that Alan had always seemed to pull together in previous albums that took a theme or topic, whether it was robotics as was the case of his album "I Robot," (1977) or gambling in "The Turn of a

Friendly Card" (1980). He even did a tribute to the poet/writer Edgar Alan Poe in "Tales of Mystery and Imagination (1976). Anyway, "On Air" was an album devoted to flight and flying from the Greek myth of Daedalus and Icarus (a fascinating story put to song) where Alan records two children talking about Icarus in the musical bridge. It is both subtle and impactful. On the second side, there is a song entitled "Appolo," which is an instrumental; but toward the end it comes to a short bridge where John F. Kennedy is predicting the lunar landing before the decade is out, then continues on building to a powerful guitar riff before ending. This is an awesome work by the Alan Parsons Project. Alan Parsons had never toured as a band as far as I knew; but one day I was listening to the radio, and the DJ announced that Alan Parsons would be at the Bronco Bowl Amphitheater between Dallas and Fort Worth. Well, that was only about 30 miles away from where I lived, so I bought tickets for my son Paul and a friend as well and we all went to the

concert, playing the "On Air" tape cassette that Alan Parsons had just recently released on the way. When we got there, the place was packed and we were anxious to see this guy, because you never see his face or a picture of him on any of his albums. As the band began to play we were wondering which one was Alan Parsons. First we thought it was the keyboard player, because we knew that he always had different lead singers. The lead guitarist was also a studio specialist; so it puzzled us. There were about six people including the drummer. When the lead singer introduced Alan, this guy standing in the back strumming an acoustic guitar stepped up, said a few short words, thanked the audience for being there and returned to his spot as they began to play another song. He was very low-key – not a showman of any sort. That was not his forte. He enjoyed being an intricate part of his projects by engineering and doing all he could to make the music sound good. His main lead singer for his albums was Eric Woolfson (whom he met at Abbey

Road Studios) and his lead guitarist was Ian Bairnson. In 1998, Parsons became vice president of EMI Studios Group including the Abbey Road Studios. He soon left the post, deciding to return to more creative endeavors. As well as receiving gold and platinum awards from many nations, Parsons has received 10 Grammy Award nominations for engineering and production. In 2007, he received a nomination for Best Surround Sound Album for "A Valid Path." Beginning in 2001 and extending for four years, Parsons conceived and led a Beatles tribute show called "A Walk Down Abbey Road" featuring a group of headline performers such as Todd Rundgren, Ann Wilson of Heart, John Entwisle of the Who, and Jack Bruce of Cream. The show structure included a first set where all musicians assembled to perform each other's hits, and a second set featuring all Beatles songs. A good engineer is essential to a good sound when recording; and a good engineer must have a good ear.

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Dance moves - Mainstreet Kids Clinton kicked off Arkansas Children's Week with some Zumba. Karla Jones showed the kids how to have fun while exercising. They loved learning new dance moves. (Photo submitted by Lea Turner)

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Ambulance visit - Southern Paramedic ambulance service stopped by Mainstreet Kids Clinton on Thursday, April 20. The kids got to tour the inside of the ambulance and learn about some of the equipment the paramedics use. Their favorite part was the sirens.

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Remember to DUCK - Brooke Bradford, reigning Junior Miss Natural State, spoke last week with Clinton Elementary kindergarten classes about tornado safety. The students learned how important it is to DUCK, stay downstairs, get underneath, stay in the center, and keep away from downed power lines. (Photo by Cindy Bradley)

Dates set for 2017 graduation Graduation ceremonies are set for this month at all three county high schools. Graduation at Shirley High School is

scheduled for 2 p.m. Saturday, May 13. Graduation at South Side-Bee Branch High School will be held at 2 p.m.

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Sunday, May 14. Clinton High School will hold graduation ceremonies at 7:30 p.m. Friday, May 19

Monday – Breakfast: Cereal, cheese stick, fruit. Lunch: Hot dog or ham and cheese on flatbread, slaw, baked fries, pears, cookie. Tuesday – Breakfast: Egg and cheese biscuit, fruit. Lunch: Beef taco/cheese or chicken fajita/cheese, pinto beans, cinnamon roll, applesauce/ juice. Wednesday – Breakfast: Cereal, graham crackers, fruit. Lunch: Openface turkey sandwich or chicken patty, creamed potatoes, seasoned carrots, French bread, mixed fruit. Thursday – Breakfast: Breakfast pizza, peaches, fruit. Lunch: Pizza or chicken nuggets, salad, corn, fresh hot bread, fruit/smoothie. Friday – Breakfast: Cereal, toast/ jelly, fruit. Lunch: Turkey and cheese on sub bun or hamburger, chips, juice/fruit.

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Monday – Breakfast: Cereal, apple delight, peaches.

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These individuals must be available to work all hours of operation including evenings, weekends and holidays. All applicants must take and be able to pass random drug screens. Interested individuals may complete an application at: Fairfield Bay Community Club, Inc. Human Resource Department 337 Snead Drive Fairfield Bay, AR 72088 Fairfield Bay Community Club, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Under supervision, work on the diverse range of activities involved in golf course maintenance. Operate mowers, weed eaters, and backpack blowers. Perform daily rounds of golf course (change cups and tee markers, pick up litter, rake sand traps and clean restrooms). Minimum of 8th grade education.

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Lunch: Hamburger, baked fries, peaches. Tuesday – Breakfast: French toast sticks, raisins. Lunch: Chicken spaghetti, fresh carrots/ ranch, green peas, bread stick, pears. Wednesday – Breakfast: Breakfast pizza, fruit cocktail. Lunch: Taco, pinto beans, muffin square, applesauce. Thursday – Breakfast: Ham and cheese biscuit, pears. Lunch: Steak fingers, creamed potatoes, green beans, hot roll, apple wedge. Friday – Breakfast: Cereal, cheese stick, apple half. Lunch: Crispito, salad, corn, orange.

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Monday – Breakfast: Chocolate chip muffin, cheese stick or cold cereal, raisins or juice. Lunch: Chicken sandwich, tater tots, baked beans, orange. Tuesday – Breakfast: Oatmeal, cinnamon toast, applesauce. Lunch: Cheeseburger, spinach salad, summer squash saute, mixed fruit, bread stick.

Wednesday – Breakfast: Biscuit and chocolate gravy, ham slice, cold cereal, fruit. Lunch: Beans and ham, potatoes O’Brien, turnip greens, cornbread, snickerdoodle. Thursday – Breakfast: Waffles, ham slice, cold cereal, spiced apples. Lunch: Barbecue chicken, corn on the cob, coleslaw, ranch style beans, a pple salad, hot rolls. Friday – Breakfast: Bagel, cream cheese, cold cereal, cranberries. Lunch: Chicken noodle soup, crackers, grilled cheese, sweet potato crunch, veggie strips, grapes. May 8 – Breakfast: Breakfast pizza, cold cereal, pear halves. Lunch: Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes, green beans, buttered carrots, peaches, hot rolls. May 9 – Breakfast: Ham and cheese biscuit, cold cereal, fruit. Lunch: Pepperoni pizza, mixed veggies, seasoned corn, peaches, iced brownie.

The Fairfield Bay Library will be holding their 2nd Annual HUGE Book Sale (And More) at the Fairfield Bay Lion's Club on Friday and Saturday, May 12th and 13th. There will be hundreds of great hardcovers, paperbacks, children's books, audio books, non-fiction and MUCH, MUCH MORE!! We will be also h aving a mini-yard sale at the same tlme... so come check out all the bargains on May 12 & 13 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm each day and help support the Falrfleld Bay Library.

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May 02 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tom Clark

May 05 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . John Sisk

May 02 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lisa Blevins

May 05 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lucille Smith

May 02 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mike Snowden

May 05 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B. F. Webb

May 03 . . . . . . . . . . . Grace Ann Beavers

May 06 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Robert Collester

May 03 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Betty Hayes

May 06 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bailee Henry

May 03 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Starla Jones

May 06 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wanda Keeling

May 03 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Juliana Linn

May 06 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Janice Lipscomb

May 03 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gloria Renfro

May 06 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Parker Morin

May 03 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Brett Williams

May 06 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bill Otterpohl

May 04 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Darrell Bradford

May 06 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jim Phillips

May 04 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Norman Carrys

May 06 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Betty Thompson

May 04 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gerald Cullum

May 07 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . James Burkhart

May 04 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gerald Isom

May 07 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ronnie Housley

May 04 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Carol McKay

May 07 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Linda Marshall

May 04 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . JoAnne Riggs

May 07 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Phillip Winters

May 05 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Brian Biggs

May 08 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Garrett Bradley

May 05 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Brie Henderson

May 08 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sarah Crow

May 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jim Hooten

May 08 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jeannie Duncan

May 05 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Shelly Lowder

May 08 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Brayson Littell

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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. June 2, 2017; drawing will be held at 4 p.m. June 2. This month's Word Find sponsor is Radio Shack, 117 Bone St., Clinton.

May 2, 2017

Where In the County Is This?

We'll kick off the May contest with this one that should be fairly easy. Tell us where you can see this scene in Van Buren County for your chance to win a year's subscription to The Voice. See Rules at left.

April winners Congratulations to the winners of our April contests. Mike Brown will receive a one-year subscription to The Voice for correctly identifying Archey Park basketball court in the April 25 edition. Violet Elliott will receive a gift certificate to Golden Girls. Thank you to our sponsors and to everyone who plays along.

Our Van Buren County Family Album By Shay Belonie

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May 2, 2017

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Fishing Report

Trout fishing Seminar Set for Heber Springs Anglers looking to take their trout-fishing game to the next level attended a special intermediate trout-fishing seminar, Saturday, April 29 hosted by Arkansas Game and Fish Commission, at the William Carl Garner Visitor Center in Heber Springs. According to Bo Davidson, natural resource pro-

gram technician for the AGFC who gave the presentation, “They learned about some of the artificial lures that can really appeal to brown trout and rainbow trout and how to add some challenge and excitement to their angling when they visit Arkansas’s famous trout fisheries.”

North Arkansas

been blessed with a steady flow of an extra foot or so of water, so they've seen many anglers successfully using Rogues of varying colors (brown with red eyes, the Foxy Shad with gold or white belly, chartreuse), suspending from the surface to 4 feet or to 6 feet. The catch isn't as quick as with shrimp and PowerBait, but very satisfying. Using spoons? Try the Thomas Buoyant copper Colorado, either ¼- or 1/6-ounce.

White River (Bull Shoals Tailwater)

(updated 4-262017) Cotter Trout Dock (870-435-6525) says those April showers have been visiting this week with more in the forecast; bring ponchos or heavier rain gear. The river was dingy over the weekend from the creeks coming in but cleared by Sunday above Crooked Creek. During the heaviest of the rain last Friday they caught some great browns on a chartreuse Rogue right at the mudline. The last couple of days they've

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Bull Shoals Lake

As of Wednesday, the Army Corps of Engineers reports the lake’s elevation

at 662.41 feet msl (normal conservation pool – 659.00 msl). (updated 4-262017) Del Colvin at Bull Shoals Lake Boat Dock said lake temperature late last week was 63 degrees on main lake, and he found some 70-plus temps in the back creeks. Lake level came up a foot to a foot and a half last week, but they are still below normal pool. The fishing has been really, really good. Up the lake it seems like the spawn is on the last leg, it’s finishing up. Down the lake there is still a good spawn bite going on. Looks like there is a shad spawn going on up the lake in some of the creeks. That’s a good indicator that those fish are postspawn up there. Couple of things you want to check out going up the lake. The post-spawners are moving out of the lake, moving out into the backs of pockets, so you want to hit the secondary points headed out, the channel swings. Up there, Del put his boat in 20-25 feet of water. There are a bunch of baits working. Topwater, catching them on Sammy, you can throw a Zara Spoon, a Pop-R and a Redfin is working, too. Also, the Keitech swimbait, using a 3.8, a quarter round jighead, slowing it back. If you get in the shad and they’re not hitting the topwater, you can slow roll that swimbait through there and catch a few more fish.

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Lake Conway

The AGFC will be treating alligatorweed in Lake Conway using EPA-registered herbicides approved for use in aquatic systems. The AGFC strongly recommends that adjacent landowners not use lake water for irrigation of lawns or gardens during the period of May 1, 2017, to March 1, 2018. For more information please contact the AGFC Fisheries Office in Mayflower at (877)-470-3309. (updated 4-262017) Hatchet Jack’s (501-758-4948) said crappie reports were fair, with the crappie in 12-14 feet of water. Use pink minnows or orange jigs. Catfishing is fair on limblines and trotlines. Bait with slicks.

Little Red River (Greers Ferry Tailwater)

(updated 4-262017) Lowell Myers of Sore Lip ‘em All Guide Service said they continue to see sporadic water release out of the Greers Ferry Dam for the Little Red River. Recently they have received daily generation on weekdays with very little generation on weekends. This pattern is providing great wading and boat fishing on all sections. With the warmer days and the right water conditions, they are seeing good hatches of BWO and caddis. With the fore-

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casted rain this coming weekend, Lowell says they will try and update their website and social media with changing water conditions. For fly-fishing, Lowell recommends gold ribbed hare’s ear, pheasant tails, soft hackles, sowbugs and streamers. Pink and cotton-candy-colored Trout Magnet bodies on chartreuse heads are recommended for spin fishing. Always check before heading to the Little Red River by calling the Army Corps of Engineers Little Rock District water data system (501-362-5150).

Greers Ferry

As of Wednesday, the Army Corps of Engineers reports the lake’s elevation at 461.00 feet msl (normal conservation pool – 461.44 msl). (updated 4-262017) Tommy Cauley of Fish Finder Guide Service said the water level at Greers Ferry Lake is at 460.96 feet and rising when there is no generation. A lot of good easy catching is here until it gets real hot. The crappie are in all three phases of spawn, with some back out deep and some in the middle and some near the shoreline. The deeper ones spawned long enough ago to start eating again on jigs and minnows. The midway fish can be caught trolling a crankbait, and the bank fish can be caught dipping a jig or minnow around any cover you can find in the water. The

catfish seem to be on again and off again, but the bite is getting more steady all over the lake on a variety of baits. The walleye catch upriver is pretty much done with a few males still hanging out there and eating. It’s time the lake bite picked up now on flats and humps dragging crawlers around in pea gravel. The bream action has improved as well with a lot of fish up; try small crankbaits as well as crickets and crawlers 5 feet or less. All the black bass are 20 feet or less in all three phases as well and you can pretty much pick your poison, and even a few schoolers. The hybrid and white bass are eating well, with some of them busting in places as well. With the shad spawn, they could be on the bank and out to 30 feet for the best action.

Lake Overcup

The AGFC wil be treating alligatorweed in Lake Overcup using EPA-registered herbicides approved for use in aquatic systems, The AGFC strongly recommends that adjacent landowners not use lake water for irrigation of lawns or gardens during the period of May 1, 2017, to March 1, 2018. For more information please contact the AGFC Fisheries Office in Mayflower at (877)-4703309.

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

Eglantine Church of Christ 3796 Highway 330 S, Shirley 884-6880 Fairbanks Community Church 4753 Arkansas 356 E, Bee Branch Fairfield Bay Baptist Church 481 Dave Creek Parkway, Fairfield Bay 884-3371 Fairfield Bay United Methodist Church 765 Dave Creek Parkway, Fairfield Bay 884-3373 Faith Baptist Church Highway 65 N & Harper Mountain Lane Dennard,AR Faith Christian 10839 Edgemont Road, Edgemont 723-8109 Faith Lutheran Church 310 Snead Drive, Fairfield Bay 884-3375 First Assembly of God Church 2466 Highway 65 N, Clinton 745-2285 First Baptist Church of Clinton 211 First Baptist Road, Clinton 745-6113 First Baptist Church of Damascus 43 Oak Tree Road, Damascus 335-7440 First Baptist Church of Sugarloaf 557 Arkansas 337, Higden 654-2354 First General Baptist Church 664 Highway 16 E, Clinton 745-4043 First Pentecostal Church of Clinton Highway 65 S at 1128 Lyn Road, Choctaw Formosa Baptist Church 630 Highway 9 W, Clinton 745-7709 Formosa Church of Christ 6603 Highway 9 West Clinton AR. 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

First Baptist Church of Sugarloaf 557 Arkansas 337 Higden, AR 72067 (501) 654-2354

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

YARD SALE

Scotland Senior Center

TWO FAMILY SALE

Game Day Saturday, May 6th Bingo with prizes Pool Tournament with $200.00 cash prizes Registration: 9:30 am Games begin at 10:00 am Sponsored by Clinton Feed and Ranch Supply

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1,600 square foot building located at 224 Shake Rag Road. Ideal for professional office space or business and HIPPA compliant for privacy. Central location and ample parking. Call 501-745-2800 for more information.

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CABIN FOR SALE Cozy one Bedroom Lakefront Cabin 1BR/1BA House sits on 1 acre and is 1000 square feet Central heat/air Call: 501-425-7010

NO. 71PR-17-43 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF GROVER C. DUNHAM, deceased NOTICE TO CREDITORS LAST KNOWN ADDRESS OF DECEDENT: 990 Gulf Mtn. Rd. Scotland, AR 72141 DATE OF DEATH: October 30, 2015 An Affidavit for Collection of Small Estate by Distributees was on the 18th day of April, 2017, filed in the above referenced Court for the purpose of barring claims, potential claims and any creditors that may have a claim against the decedent’s estate consisting of the following real property located in Van Buren County, Arkansas, to-wit: PART OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER (PT. SE¼ SE¼), SECTION ONE (1), TOWNSHIP TEN (10) NORTH, RANGE SIXTEEN (16) WEST, CONTAINING 15.4 ACRES, MORE OR LESS, AND PART OF THE SOUTH HALF OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER (PT. S½ SW¼) SECTION SIX (6), TOWNSHIP TEN (10) NORTH, RANGE FIFTEEN (15) WEST, CONTAINING 27.78 ACRES MORE OR LESS; MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS: FROM THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF SE¼ SE¼ SECTION 1, TOWNSHIP 10 NORTH RANGE 16 WEST, THE POINT-OF-BEGINNING ON THE RANGE LINE BETWEEN RANGE 15 AND 16, RUN NORTH ALONG THE RANGE LINE 75 FEET TO A METAL STAKE, MARKING THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF THE SW¼ SW¼ SECTION 6, TOWNSHIP 10 NORTH, RANGE 15 WEST, THENCE SOUTH 89° 33’ EAST 1692 FEET, THENCE SOUTH 600 FEET, THENCE SOUTH 89° WEST 1565.28 FEET, THENCE SOUTH 32° EAST 728.4 FEET, THENCE WEST 531.2 FEET TO THE RANGE LINE, THENCE CONTINUING WEST INTO TOWNSHIP 10 NORTH RANGE 16 WEST, SECTION 1, 329.8 FEET. THENCE NORTH 449 FEET, THENCE WEST 390 FEET, THENCE NORTH 725 FEET, THENCE EAST 720 FEET TO THE POINT-OF-BEGINNING AND CONTAINING 43.18 ACRES MORE OR LESS. LESS AND EXCEPT: PART OF THE SW¼ OF THE SW¼ AND PART OF THE SE¼ OF THE SW¼ OF SECTION 6, TOWNSHIP 10 NORTH, RANGE 15 WEST, 5TH P.M., VAN BUREN COUNTY, ARKANSAS, BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT A FOUND 3/4 INCH REBAR FOR THE NW CORNER OF THE SW¼ SW¼; THENCE EAST 220.86 FEET ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF THE SW¼ SW¼ TO A SET 5/8 INCH REBAR FOR THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE CONTINUE EAST 1073.55 FEET ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF THE SW¼ SW¼ TO A FOUND 3/4 INCH REBAR FOR THE NE CORNER OF THE SW¼ SW¼; THENCE N 88°47’54” E 395.50 FEET ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF THE SE¼ SW¼ TO A FENCE CORNER; THENCE S 01°58’58” W 794.77 FEET TO A FENCE CORNER; THENCE N 87°33’14” W 1548.02 FEET TO A SET REBAR AT FENCE CORNER; THENCE N 08°18’32” E 727.56 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, CONTAINING 26.15 ACRES, MORE OR LESS. All persons having claims against the estate must exhibit them, duly verified, to the undersigned within six (6) months from the date of the first publication of this notice, or they shall be forever barred and precluded from any benefit in the estate. Provided, that claims for injury or death caused by the negligence of the decedent shall be filed within six (6) months from the date of the first publication of the notice, or they shall be forever barred and precluded from any benefit in such estate. THIS NOTICE first published the 25th day of April, 2017.

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By: ___/s/ Kent Tester____ KENT TESTER, P.A. (AR BAR #89123) Attorney for the Estate 230 Hwy. 65 North, Suite 7 Clinton, AR 72031 (501) 745-7077 FAX (501) 745-6161 kent@testerlaw.com

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District champions 2017 The Clinton Lady Jackets have won the 2017 senior girls softball District championship. Photos from Jacket Journal/Facebook Page

Avery Bramlett at bat

Bryce Dodd on the mound

Pitcher Ty Johnson

Infielder Kyler Hensley

The Clinton Yellow Jackets senior boys baseball team are the 2017 District champions.

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