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TUESDAY, February 4, 2020 / Vol. 6 Issue 5 / 75 cents
Brains and talent
The Clinton Beta Club participated at the state Convention. The team placed second in Group Talent. More photos, Page 2
Shirley FBLA had five students win awards at the District competition last week. Four of these students won the right to compete at the State FBLA.
Valentines
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South Side closed
South Side Bee Branch School District did not hold classes Monday, February 3, due to illness and increasing rate of absences. This will allow time for the custodial workers to disinfect the school. The basketball games schedule for Monday, February 3 also were cancelled.
Early voting will begin in Van Buren County on Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2020. Call 745-VOTE for more information.
Drug arrests dominate docket A 61-year-old Shirley man was arrested Jan. 27, 2020, after Van Buren County Deputy Ethan Ward stopped his vehicle on Whistle Stop Road. During a pat down, the suspect identified as Michael Allen - became verbally confrontational, according to an affidavit for arrest. Allen kept saying he could not believe he was seeing cops “out in the middle of nowhere,” according to the court documents. Allen would not consent to a search of his car, but Ward said his K-9 partner Jack alerted to the presence of illegal narcotics, the affidavit states. A search found four prepackaged bags of white crystal-like substance and three bags of a green vegetable substance, the report states. Once inside the county jail, two used syringes were found under a bench where Allen was sitting, the report states. Allen has been charged with possession of meth or cocaine with purpose of delivery, a Class C felony, possession of a Schedule VI substance with purpose to deliver, a Class D felony, and furnishing prohibited articles, a Class C felony. A traffic stop resulted in an arrest near Botkinburg on Jan. 27, 2020. State Trooper Brady Nuckels reported that he clocked a Chevrolet Malibu traveling at 80 mph. Nuckels said the driver and passenger appeared to be nervous. A search
Allen of the vehicle turned up some marijuana roaches, a grinder, and four zip-lock bags of marijuana, according to an affidavit for arrest. Brandon Sanderson, 21, of Cabot has been charged with possession of a controlled substance with purpose to deliver, a Class C felony. Plea and arraignment were set for Feb. 25 in Van Buren County Circuit Court. Sanderson was released on $5,000 bond. A driver on Scotland-Formosa Cutoff was arrested Jan. 24 after Van Buren County Deputy Stephen Love observed that the Chevrolet Lumina did not have a license plate. Love stated that he activated his lights but the driver made a sharp turn and sped toward a residence, according to an affidavit for arrest. The driver told Love there were illegal drugs in a snuff can in the vehicle, the document states. Jared Bandy, 26, of Clinton was charged with possession of a controlled substance, a Class D felony, and misdemeanor fleeing. He has been released on $1,500 bond.
Books for children Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library in Van Buren County has received a $1,000 gift from Walmart Community Grants Team to help send a book a month to children from birth to five years. Over 400 children in Van Buren County receive a quality, age appropriate book monthly, and since 2018, the program has placed over 6,000 books throughout the county. The cost for the program in the county is $12,000 per year. The Dollywood Foundation covers overhead costs associated with mak-
ing the program available in local communities. Locally, Van Buren County Reads is responsible for purchasing books and mailing expenses, a total of $25 a year for each child. The Walmart grant will provide 12 books a year for 40 of registrants. One hundred percent of donations stay in the county and go to pay for books. For more information about Imagination Library in Van Buren County, contact Patti Bokony at pbokony@aristotle. net.
A Clinton cheerleader gets the crowd into the game last week. More photos, Page 5. (Photo by Robert R. Gaut)
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Group Talent: (2nd place)
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Abby Bone LIvie Dufrene Haven Stoltzfus Courtney Webb Thomi kennair Reese Mcdon-
Jadyn Banister Trey Puckett Abby Tharp John Riley Hinchey Titus Johnson Weston Amos Tye Pruitt Faith Qualls Jayden Exabe Matt Gonzales Emma Coward Cade Treadaway AUstin PruItt Ethen Drake Annika Landers Charlie Bonds Gracie Hurecca Cade Williams Weston Amos
Beta Convention
February 4, 2020
The Clinton High School Beta Club recently competed at the Beta State Convention in Hot Springs with schools of all classifications from across the state. In the biggest state convention to date, Clinton students came home with numerous Top 5 honors. The Top 5 placement advances them to Beta National Convention in Fort Worth, Texas this summer.
Two dimensional design
Agriscience
Premiere dancers:
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Abby Bone Livie Dufrene Haven Stoltzfus Emma Coward Courtney Webb Reese McdonGracie Hureca Thomi Kennair
Character Skit: (4th place) son
Recycled Art (5th place) Mixed Media
Hannah Robin-
Technology (4th place)
Ryan Jones Ty Dodd Heather Hagerman Nathan Farmer Tania Armas Abby Hagans
Service Showcase
Quiz Bowl (Top 8)
Landon Linn K a t e l y n n Thatcher Ian Thompson Alex Prosser
Learning
Social Studies
Technology: (4th place)
Kelcey Bramlett David Saavedra Angel Stone
Recycled Art (5th place)
Kenneth Strickland Jacob Bigelow
Apparel Design (5th place)
Character Skit (4th place)
Nathan Witt Kami Reeves
• Jamie Cifuentes Spanish 9th grade • E s t e b a n Saavedra 2nd Place Drawing, 3rd two dimensional Design • Aly Bramlett 2nd place Service learning Showcase • Jacob Bigelow 1st place Mixed Media • A n n a b e l l e Sowell 2nd place Agriscience 9th Grade • Ian Thompson 2nd place Social Studies Division ii • Jerod Brown 4th Place Creative Writing Division 1
Apparel Design (5th place)
Spanish Creative Writing
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The Voice of Van Buren County be around around the corner and everyone will be ready to plant gardens and enjoy the warm weather. Have a great week and stay warm and safe and if you have Scotland news call James Burns ar 5923935 and he will get it in the paper for you.
Wednesday. We had a good visit. Anne Mann has returned home from Missouri after spending a week and a half with her mom before she passed. Margie Pounds and I visited with Ruth and Ronny Webb on Friday evening. Patsy Ward I wish all a good Thelma Murray week starting off the Formosa month of February. Shirley Marva Ward at- God bless. Danny Highshoe's tended the funeral of wife, Barb, passed her cousin, Hazel Law- James & Joyce away January 29. They ery of Morrilton, on Burns lived at Hollister, MisTuesday. I’m glad to souri. They formerly report Scott Ward is Scotland lived in this area. feeling better. Maybe Another week has The communihe is on the way to a arrived and I do not ty was saddened to full recovery! know where the last hear about the passDonna and Richard one went. I know it ing away of Johnny Sherrod went to Ken- passed way too fast. Bradley, Shirley High nett, Missouri to attend I want to say how School Class of 1970. the funeral of her sis- nice it was to see all of Visiting Kathy Garter and Anne Mann’s the family and friends rigus on Sunday was mother, Lela Gay. She that came to the Scot- her daughter Melanie was 101 years old. land School Cafete- Sewell and her children Condolences go out ria to help Gene (Avis) Carter and Gracelyn of to the family. They also Black celibate her 95th Clinton. made a trip to Heber birthday. CongratulaVisiting Jimmy Springs and stopped tions, Gene. and Thelma Murray on the way home and Just a reminder on Sunday was Lindhad dinner at the Fish that we rent the cafe- sey Davenport of MauBarn in Quitman. teria out for just such melle and Corey MurMargie Pounds and occasions. Just call ray. I went to Conway on James Burns to reOur next potluck Thursday. We bowled serve it. at the Shirley Comand shopped and then Sunday was munity Center will be had lunch at China Groundhog Day and Monday, February 10 Town. the little fellow did at noon. We are doThelma Murray not see his shad- ing a lot at the senior came by for a while on ow so spring should center lunches, includ-
ing selling chances on a Valentine’s basket . A $20 gift card has been donated to be given to someone who eats at Shirley on Friday during the month of February. You must have filled out an intake form this year and if you don't usually eat at Shirley, you must call Thelma Murray so she can make sure there is enough food for you, 723-8197 or 253- 7264. If you want to know who scalped Thelma Murray, it was Cherokee Charley . He is a real good barber, he cuts it like you want it. A lot of us are beginning to think about planting an early garden, time is drawing near. Everyone let me know when they plant, so I can write about it. Everyone needs to early vote in case of bad weather on March 3, and we would not be able to get to a polling place or the power might be off, the results of an ice storm.
Page 3 Send a Card to a Friend Day is on Friday. It’s a perfect time to let a friend know you’re thinking about them. And, did you know, the earliest greeting card was a Valentines Day card thought to have been sent in the 1400s. It’s Recycling Day in Alread on Saturday, 8 to 10 a.m. A benefit breakfast will be offered at the same time in the cafeteria. The Volunteer Fire Department holds a benefit bake sale on Saturday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Northside Shopping Center, Clinton. Proceeds go towards equipment. The a-Cenaurid meteor shower peaks Saturday night, with 5 per hour. Look low on the southern horizon.
The full moon is official at 1:33 a.m. Sunday. It was often called the Full Snow Moon by Native Americans but also Hunger Moon and Storm Moon. Last week, while working outside, I acquired three ticks. If you lay off the flea and tick killer on your outdoor pets during the winter, it might be time to start applying again. I also noted a cluster of daffodils with numerous flower buds forming and several dandelions in full bloom. Can spring be far off? If you have info about the greater Crabtree and west 16 community, call or text, Jeff Burgess, 745-1249.
Jeff Burgess Crabtree
The Volunteer Fire Department meets Thursday at 7 p.m. For info call 253-5071.
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Obituaries
February 4, 2020
tlement Cemetery, Shirley, dren; and many other family with the United States Mili- and friends. tary Honor Corp. Visitation was February 2, 2020 at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Clinton. Funeral services were 11 a.m., February 3, 2020 at Pleasant Valley Church in Bee Branch. Interment was in Blackwell Cemetery, Bee Branch, Arkansas.
John Bradley Floy Maddox
Floy Myrle Maddox, 100, of Clinton was born May 17, 1919 in Greenbrier, Arkansas to the late James M. and Sallie P. (Brakebill) Johnson and went to be with her Lord on January 31, 2020 in Clinton, Arkansas. She was a devoted member of the Cadron Ridge Baptist Church where she taught Sunday School for many years. She is preceded in death by her parents; her beloved husband of 51 years, Paul Maddox; two sons, Royce Maddox, Robert (Bobby) Maddox; two daughters, Julia Farmer, Sandra Maddox; two granddaughters, Lori Duhon, Rhonda Williams; four brothers; and one sister. Left to cherish her memory are one son, Richard (Ricky) Maddox and wife Trudy; five grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; one brother, Fred L. Johnson of Jacksonville, Arkansas; a host of other relatives and many friends. Visitation was noon-1 p.m. Monday, February 3, 2020 at the Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Conway. Funeral services followed at 1 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment was in Crestlawn Cemetery in Conway.
School Menus Clinton Elementary
Feb. 4 - Breakfast: French toast sticks, pineapple. Lunch: Soft taco, pinto beans, cinnamon roll, applesauce. Feb. 5 - Breakfast: Pancakes, sausage, applesauce. Lunch: Steak fingers, creamed potatoes, green beans, hot roll, fruit. Feb. 6 - Breakfast: Breakfast pizza, Mandarin oranges. Lunch: Lasagna, salad, butternut squash, mixed fruit.
Clinton Jr & Sr High
Feb. 4 - Breakfast: Breakfast pizza, peaches. Lunch: Vegetable beef soup, crackers, PB&J sandwich or pizza quesadilla, salad, corn, fruit. Feb. 5 - Breakfast: Cereal, French toast sticks, fruit. Lunch: Chicken crispito or nacho salad, beans, cinnamon muffin, fruit cup/fruit. Feb. 6 - Breakfast: Pancake pup, fruit. Lunch: Salisbury steak or oven roasted chicken, salad, wheat rolls, creamed potatoes, steamed broccoli, fruit/no bake cookie.
John “Johnny” or “JB” Leonard Bradley, loving husband and father passed away at home on Friday, January 24, 2020 at the age of 67. Johnny was born at the family home in Scotland, Arkansas on September 24, 1952 to Howard and Annice (Hensley) Bradley. Johnny was a 1970 graduate of Shirley High School, where after graduation he joined the United States Army and specialized in communication while serving in Germany. On May 22, 1998, he married his best friend Jeanie Bourgoin in Eureka Springs. They have four children, Heather Bradley, Andrea Bradley, Jade Pinard and Jimmy Clauer; 12 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Johnny led the life of a full fledge “Southern Country Boy,” growing up on the creek, fishing, hunting squirrels and always making the most out of the simple life. He knew vehicles in and out and enjoyed being a mechanic. Johnny was preceded in death by his parents; his siblings Loretta, Arthur, Barbara, Larry, Jerry, Reva, Jimmy and Charlie. A memorial service was 11 a.m. Saturday, February 1, 2020 am at the Full Gospel Tabernacle, Shirley, Arkansas. Graveside service followed at 1:30 p.m. at Set-
Joy McKnight
Joy Ann (Smith) McKnight, of Bee Branch passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, at home on January 29, 2020, after battling Alzheimer's Disease for more than eight years. She was born on April 16, 1936 in Alto, Texas. Joy was the second of eight children born to Halbert and Lucille (Marshall) Smith. As a high school senior, she moved to Bee Branch, met Jamie McKnight and they were married for more than 38 years when he died in an accident. She was a devout Christian, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister. Joy was blessed to live a long, exciting, full, and happy life. Joy is preceded in death by her parents; husband; sons Jim and Jeff; daughter, Jackie; brothers Dale, Randy, and Charlie. She is survived by her children, JoAnne (E.J.) of Fort Worth, Texas, Jill (Paul) of Bee Branch, Arkansas, Jack (Rebel) of Greenbrier, Arkansas; sisters Pat Thomas of Waxahachie, Texas, Jan Florez of Nogales, Arizona; brothers Roy (Sandra) Smith of Bee Branch, Arkansas, Hal (Liz) Smith of Winchester, Virginia; 14 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchil-
James Thayer
James Loren Thayer, 76, of Damascus was born on October 2, 1943 to the late Ray and Maude (Fauslaught) Thayer in Kansas City, Missouri and passed away on January 25, 2020 in Clinton, Arkansas. He is preceded in death by his parents and six siblings. Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Maria; three children, Carlos, Terri, Cindy; seven grandchildren; other relatives and many friends. James distinguished himself in service to his country during the Vietnam War era and has a book entitled Tango 1-1 scheduled for release in February 2020. He was also a retired chief of police in Heber Springs, Arkansas. Visitation will be 1-2 p.m. Wednesday, January 29, 2020 at the Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Clinton, Arkansas. The funeral will follow at 2 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will be at Blackwell Cemetery in Bee Branch.
Religion
On fire for God When we look at the ills of our society (and there are many) we speculate on how we got into our messes. What is the cause of our woes which stretch from sea to shining sea? My answer is – the church is not what it should be. As a pastor for the last 50 years I can tell you, we haven’t done a very good job of conserving the biblical values we once had. Christians and churches are not on fire for God. The closer we get to God the more on fire we will be. As kids we used to play the game where kids would hide something in a room and then another would come in and try to find it; and all that person would is the others in the room shouting, “You’re getting hotter,” or, “colder.” As we got really close, they would shout, “You’re on fire!” Churches should be full of the fire of God; but alas, many of them
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are cold and dead like corpses. What does that look like? It’s like being in love! I talked with a lady on a plane once who did nothing but talk about her fiancé Bob the whole flight. She showed me pics of Bob and talked for two hours. She was on fire. We should burn with passion like that for our Lord Jesus Christ. We need to set our churches, schools and neighborhoods on fire for God. Fire is contagious. I was burning the trash in the 50-gallon barrel in the back yard and my 8-year-old daughter watched me lite a match and she asked, “Daddy, are you going to set that whole barrel full of stuff on fire with that one little match?” I said, “Honey, theoretically I could set the whole world on fire with this match.” The Bible says, “Our
Terry Simpson is pastor of Grace Church
God is a consuming fire.” (Hebrews 12:29) Fire is part of the inherent nature of God. He is love. He is just. He is holy. And He is fire. He burns without begin consumed, like the burning bush through which God spoke to Moses. “And the Angel of the Lord appeared to Moses in a flame of fire from the midst of a bush. So he looked, and behold, the bush was burning with fire, but the bush was not consumed.” When asked what His name was, He said, “I am who I am,” which is the very name of God used throughout the Bible. The first thing God created was fire. He
Anna Maxwell
Anna Raye Maxwell, age 81, entered heaven’s gates on Monday, January 27, 2020. A loving mother and homemaker, she was a remarkable cook and enjoyed preparing meals for her family, especially over the holidays. She enjoyed reading, writing stories, sewing, gardening and flowers, but her greatest love was for her loving husband and children. Anna was born in Washington, Oklahoma and resided at the Greenbrier Nursing and Rehab Center. Left to cherish her memory are her sons, Steven Maxwell (Jennifer) of Clinton, Todd Maxwell (Marita) of Clinton, Mark Maxwell (Regina) of Conway, Paul Maxwell (Teresia) of Damascus; daughters, Debbie Brown (Eugene) of Tennessee, Ebra Owen (Steve) of Tennessee, Sherry Willey (Rick) of Jonesboro, Sue Brannon (Brian) of Jusdonia; siblings, Lowell McClendon, Linda Baker, David McClendon; 19 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; and numerous other family members. Anna is preceded in death by her parents, Everett McClendon and Lola Bagley; husband, William George Maxwell; siblings, Kay White and T.H. McClendon. Pallbearers are Steve Maxwell, Todd Maxwell, Rick Mashburn, Paul Maxwell, Jennifer Smith and Sherry Willey. Visitation was Friday, January 31, 2020 at the First General Baptist Church in Clinton with Brother Bob Bagley officiating. Burial was at the Bluffton Cemetery.
said, “Light be,” and the heavens were on fire with trillions of galaxies. When God came down upon Mount Sinai to give His Law to humanity, “the Lord descended upon it in fire.” Elijah told the people, “The God who answers by fire, He is God.” Indeed, the God who answers by fire is God. The Psalmist describes God like this, “A fire goes before Him and burns up His enemies. His lightnings light the world; the earth sees and trembles. The mountains melt like wax at the presence of the Lord of the whole earth.” John the Baptist said that Jesus was the one who baptizes with the Holy Spirit and fire. Jesus said he came to send fire on the earth. When the Holy Spirit descended upon the disciples, there appeared to them tongues of fire. These disciples were on fire for God and they turned the world upside down. They set the world on fire! And Jesus comes back he will be, “re-
vealed from heaven with his mighty angels, in flaming fire taking vengeance on those who do not know God and on those who do not obey the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ,” and they will “suffer the vengeance of eternal fire,” and be “cast into the lake of fire.” There are over 500 references to the offerings made to the Lord by fire. It is said that, “A fire shall always be burning on the altar; it shall never go out.” I was made aware of this verse by an old man in our church who was on fire for God and would quote this verse. He lived this verse. I want to live this verse. We all should want to reflect the character of God revealed by fire. We should all be on fire for God continually and never go out. Every church and preacher and Christian should be on fire for God. My prayer is, “Let the fire fall, let the wind blow, let the glory come down.” Then the ills of our culture would be cured.
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THAT
BANNER MOUNTAIN GIRL
by Freeda Baker Nichols
Hearts, hats and home
Clinton’s Junior Girls defeated Marshall last week, 41-21. The Junior Boys won their game 44-26. (Photos by Robert R. Gaut)
Clinton’s 7th grade boys team beat the Marshall Bobcats last week 18-16. The girls’ team won 30-11.
My mama wore a bonnet and Daddy wore a hat. Daddy’s hat was a storebought felt hat and Mama’s bonnet was homemade, from gingham or probably a flour sack print. My dad wore his hat every day, everywhere he went. Mama wore her bonnet in the summer when she was outside doing chores and gardening. I don’t recall if she ever wore a hat. But perhaps she did. I have worn a hat to church a time or two. But I never got into the habit of wearing a hat. I do like to wear a cap now and then. For a time, I wore a railroad cap. Ladies caps are great for when the hairdo is topsy-turvy. My parents, Walter and Frona Baker, provided a safe and happy home for me and my six siblings on a little hillside farm at Banner Mountain. When we moved into our new, unpainted house that Daddy built, I was one year old. I was two and a half years old, when my youngest sibling, Yvonne, was born there at our new house. She was born before Dr. Frank Clark from Shirley arrived. Daddy had helped with Yvonne’s birth and had already cut the umbilical cord when Doc arrived. So, the doctor
charged only enough to pay for the gasoline for his vehicle to make the short trip. I heard that story many times, through the years. When my parents first married, they lived in a cabin near my grandfather, John P. Baker, at Burnt Ridge. That’s where their first baby, Emma Jean, was born. Later, they moved to Damascus where Dean and Merle were born. They moved from Damascus to Springfield, Arkansas where they stayed for a while and then moved to Pleasant Valley. While they lived in the Valley, my brothers, Aaron and Bill, were born. Bill was about three years old when our folks moved into the house with grandma, Martha Harper, and my Aunt Dixie, after grandpa, Will Harper, had passed away. Her house had a breezeway. And it was there that I was born. At my parents’ new place, which became our homeplace, there was the house, an outhouse, a barn, a storm cellar, chicken house, and a well that Daddy dug by hand. And it was a short distance from the house. Later, Daddy had a well drilled, closer to the house. My folks remained
at the homeplace until all the children except Yvonne had left home. They moved then to the Pee Dee community where Daddy built another house for them, and, it was from there, that Yvonne met and married her husband, and, she too, left home, leaving Mama and Daddy in an empty nest. They had moved to this last place to be near their daughter, Merle, as they grew older. Also, to be closer to Daddy’s work because he continued to work as a carpenter. He never actually retired. He had no retirement pay. His Social Security check would not have provided them enough money to live on. Daddy had too much pride to ask for welfare or other handouts. So, he continued to work. He was working on a project up until his death, at age 67. He passed away suddenly with a heart attack. My parents both worked very hard. They were quiet, kind and humble people. They loved each other and they loved their children and grandchildren. They took us to church and they lived their lives in a manner that caused us to want to be like them. When I remember them and think of them, I’m thankful for their love for their family and for the peaceful home they provided for us. As I recall Mama and her bonnet and Daddy and his hat, I’m grateful for who they were and for my growing up years at Banner Mountain with them to guide me.
EQIP applications ready
Mark Davis paints landscapes, horses and other outdoor scenes.
Art on display at bank A new exhibit by artist Mark Davis is on display at First Security Bank in Clinton, Highway 65 South. The solo show is on exhibit through March during regular business hours. Viewers will enjoy a wide variety of oil paintings include horses, landscapes, and fisher-
men. The love of nature and the beauty of the outdoors led Mark Davis to the Fairfield Bay/ Shirley area in 1981. He and his wife Laura moved here to begin his dental practice after graduating from Baylor in Dallas. Davis’ mother was
an accomplished artist and his daughter, Erin, received a degree in graphic design from Harding University in Searcy. Art has always been a part of his life. Davis is a member and current vice president of the North Central Arkansas Artist League.
Farmers and landowners in Arkansas have until Feb. 28, 2020, to submit applications to receive financial assistance to implement conservation activities through the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) for the 2020 program year. Applicants can sign up at their local USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service field service center. Assistance is available to help farmers and landowners plan and implement conservation practices to improve water quality, build healthier soil, improve grazing and forest lands, conserve energy, enhance organ-
ic operations, establish or improve wildlife habitat and achieve other environmental benefits on the landscape. NRCS accepts program applications continuously. However, to be considered for funding during this signup applications must be received by Feb. 28, 2020. Applications received after this date will be considered in later funding periods, subject to funding availability. EQIP contracts provide financial assistance to help plan and implement conservation practices to improve soil health, water quality, improve grazing and forest lands, and establish or
improve wildlife habitat. EQIP can also help Arkansas farmers and landowners meet Federal, State, and local environmental regulations. All applications will be evaluated for funding based on local, state and nationally developed criteria to optimize environmental benefits. Applications ranking highest in a funding category will be funded according to priority and is subject to availability of program funds. For more information, visit http://www. ar.nrcs.usda.gov/ or contact the local USDA/NRCS field service center.
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Calendar The Van Buren County Cattlemen meeting will be Monday, February 10, at Western Sizzlin in Clinton. Eat at 6 p.m., meeting at 7 p.m. The Van Buren County Fair & Livestock Association is taking applications for 2020 Scholarships. Any high school senior in Van Buren County, who has participated in the fair, is eligible to apply for a scholarship. The deadline for applications is March 1, 2020. One Creative Arts Scholarship and one Livestock Scholarship will be awarded to graduating seniors who will be furthering their education. Rules and application can be found on the website, vanburencountyfair.org.
on this event call 501253-1003.
its Smart Recovery meetings at 6:30 p.m. every Wednesday. Call Angie at 501-745-8001 for more information. The Abraham Van Buren Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution will meet at 6 p.m. Feb. 11 at the Western Sizzlin' Steak House in Clinton. Members and guests are encouraged to come 3045 minutes early to socialize before the start of the meeting. Members may bring their spouse. New member prospects also are welcome.
The monthly ParkFest is set for February 29. This daylong event is held in Archey Fork Park the last Saturday of each month. Local vendors, fundraisers, and community activiThe Conway Coun- ty organizers are invitseling and Wellness ed to set up for free. Center/Clinton holds For more information
Meetings All meetings are open to the public
February 4, 2020
The Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce Banquet is set for 6 p.m. March 3. The annual banquet will be a night of dinner, scholarship presentations, and the annual street auction. Keynote speaker is scheduled to be David Bazzel. The banquet will be held at the Clinton High School Cafeteria. For more information, call 745-6500. Plans are underway for the 8th Annual Hunger Run on March 28. The 5K Run/Walk begins at 9 a.m. The goal of this event is to unite the community to raise awareness and funds to support the Van Buren County Food Bank. This fun, family-friendly event encourages participation from all ages. Visit http://www.clintonhungerrun.com for more information or to register.
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Van Buren County Quo"Your time is limited, so don't waste rum Court, 6 p.m., third it living someone else's life." Thursday of the month at the Courthouse Annex, Highway 65, Clinton. Clinton City Council, 6:30 p.m., second Thursday of the month at the Clinton Municipal Airport off Highway 16 Crossword Solution East. Damascus City Council, 6 p.m., second Tuesday of the month at City Hall on Highway 65. Fairfield Bay City Council, 7 p.m., second Monday of each month at 130 Village Place, Suite 2F in the conference room. Shirley City Council, 7 p.m., second Monday of the month at the Shirley Community Center. Clinton Advertising and Promotion Commission, 6 p.m., third Tuesday of the month at the Clinton Municipal Airport on Highway 16 Sudoku Solution East. Shirley School Board, 6:30 p.m., fourth Monday of the month at the PD Room, Administration Building. South Side-Bee Branch School Board, 5:30 p.m., third Monday of each month in the Linda Pennington Conference Room. Clinton School Board, 5:30 p.m., third Monday of each month at the Administrative offices building. Van Buren County Library board of directors meetings are held at 4 p.m. the second Wednesday of each month at the library meeting room.
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Fishing Report
it. Walleye will be stopping more to feed now they have done some traveling and feel better – try rogues, crankbaits trolled or thrown at night, or fish with a jighead minnow, grub or swimbait. No report on bream. “Catfish are still eating, I am told, but no report.” Hybrid and white bass are chewing as well in 25-60 feet of water on spoons, swimbaits, grubs, hair jigs, inline spinners and the Cold temps and high water aren't keeping all the anglers off water; trout new E-Bar City rig. is there to be caught on the Spring River, but bundle up. Bill Fidler of Memphis did just that as he caught a Spring River trout. Photo provided North by Mark Crawford. Arkansas
Northeast Arkansas
Spring River
(updated 1-29-2020) Mark Crawford of Spring River Flies and Guides says water levels are just above 400 cfs (350 average) and water clarity is good. Last week the river was murky all week but has cleared up this week. The river level is up about 6 inches making for tougher wading. It’s moving pretty good. Hot flies this week have been the Orange Blossom Special and Y2Ks. Anglers might have to use some extra weight to get down. For spin fishers, gold spinners and Florida orange Trout Magnets have been hot. “If you’re looking for bigger fish, try some trout cranks – bigger lures that get down quickly,” Mark said.
Central Arkansas
Little Red River
mal seasonal pool due to recent rains, so longer periods of generation to lower the lake level are expected. If you choose to fish these conditions, you will want to use long leaders and weight. Key for both fly-fishing and Trout Magnet fishing during heavy generation is the ability to get and maintain a good presentation of the fly or Trout Magnet. Working the bank with streamers is also an effective fly-fishing method during high water conditions. For fly-fishing, Lowell recommends San Juan worms, micro-jigs, egg pattern and streamers during high-water conditions. Hot pink, cotton candy and white bodies on chartreuse jigheads are recommended for Trout Magnet spin fishing. Be safe while enjoying the river. Always check before heading to the Little Red River by calling the Corps of Engineers Little Rock District water data system (501-362-5150) for Greers Ferry Dam water release information.
(updated 1-29-2020) Lowell Myers of Sore Lip’em All Guide Service (501-230-0730) said Wednesday the Lit- Greers Ferry Lake tle Red River is receivAs of Wednesday, ing 24 hours of gener- the Army Corps of Engiation. The Greers Ferry neers reports the lake’s Lake level is above nor- elevation at 464.67 feet
msl (normal conservation pool: 462.04 feet msl Oct. 1-April 30; 463.04 feet msl May 1-June 1; 462.54 feet msl June 1-Sept. 30). (updated 1-292020) Tommy Cauley of Fishfinder Guide Service (501-940-1318) said the water level at Greers Ferry Lake is at 464.42 feet msl. It’s 2.38 feet above normal pool of 462.04 feet msl and falling just a little as they generate – but if they stop it, just back up some. “Looks like if the weather holds, a lot of early spawning will take place with all species, but as in this part of Arkansas we will have a lot of changes from now through May and I bet they will not be all warm changes,” Tommy said. Crappie are eating well with lots of fish being caught if you want to get out there, either straight up and down or troll for them in 1530 feet of water over deeper water. Black bass are scattered from the bank out to 60 feet and all in-between and can be caught with a lot of different methods, it’s a good time of year to hone a certain technique you usually don’t catch them on and learn
White River
(updated 1-29-2020) Cotter Trout Dock (870435-6525) said trout fishing below Bull Shoals Dam on the beautiful White River has called for more patience this past week and maybe a little more variety from your tackle box. The rain we received a couple of weeks ago brought the lakes in this watershed up several feet (Bull Shoals Lake is nearly 8 feet higher than just before the rain event) and the Army Corps of Engineers is releasing a lot of that into the White River. Generation numbers are averaging 23,000 cfs, accounting for releases from both the turbines and project conduits. We are nearing the end of the brown trout spawning season and have seen them move away from the spawning beds and into other favorite spots (think: deep holes) from the dam to Calico Rock. Lots of territory for the trout, lots of opportunity for the anglers. Try luring the browns with a silvery white shad or bright, white stick baits. A nice white Wooly Bugger with silver flash should draw them to your hook, too. The rain-
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bows have been a little finicky, picking and choosing which baits they'll snap at. Shiny gold or bronze spoons, as near to the bottom as you can keep them, will provide some success, as will a feisty red wiggler worm, floating middepth. “It's all about variety; if you don't get a bite after several casts with one bait, change locations, change your bait, or both. See you at the river!”
els are very high, especially for this time of the year. Fishing was fair for most all species.” Stripers are good using brooders and shad in Prairie Creek, Monte Ne and Big Hickory. Crappie are good on brush 15-25 feet. Jigs are working. Spider-riggers doing well on suspended fish in the 20-feet level. Jon adds, “Walleye are starting their pre spawn move. Been hearing reports in Bull Shoals Lake the War Eagle Mill area. As of Wednesday, White bass are starting the Army Corps of Engi- to show up also in river neers reports the lake’s arms. Spring is near.” elevation at 667.27 feet msl (normal conserva- Beaver Tailwater tion pool: 659.00 feet (updated 1-29-2020) msl). Guide Austin Kenne(updated 1-29- dy (470-244-0039) said, 2020) Del Colvin at Bull “If you have been able Shoals Lake Boat Dock to brave the cold, you said surface tempera- probably have been doture of the water is 46 ing good on the river. degrees and the lake is Water levels are a little 8 feet high as of Tues- high, but the fishing is day. Crappie reports great. Trout are biting on are good. They’re deep, just about anything from around 35-40 feet depth PowerBaits, to spoons, of water, and are found to jigs, to hard plastics toward the main lake. etc. The trout hot spot Fish the brushpiles with has been between Spiminnows or jigs. There is der Creek and Parkalso a deep bite for black er Bottoms. The white bass with good results. bass have been hitting Spoons and ice jigs are on various hard baits, working best. The wall- fished in 10 feet of waeye action is “pretty ran- ter. An umbrella rig with dom,” Del reports. Noth- various grubs has done ing on bream or catfish. nice as well. Look for the whites in the deeper waNorthwest ter.” Arkansas Walleye are making their move up the rivBeaver Lake er as well. Most of the As of Wednesday, ones caught have been the Army Corps of Engi- shorts, but there is an neers reports the lake’s occasional 5-pound elevation at 1,126.79 fish. “When it comes feet msl (normal con- to walleye, you want to servation pool: 1,121.00 match the hatch. Watch feet msl). water clarity and tem(updated 1-29-2020) perature. Jigging, castJon Conklin with FishOn ing and bottom-bouncGuide Service (479-233- ing are all great meth3474) says Beaver has ods to catch these fish. been up and down last If you have a graph, look week. “We had some for humps and rock piles warm days, some real- and try to focus your atly cold days. Water lev- tention there.
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CHURCH PAGE
Photo by EuGene Smith
Thanks to those of you who called and correctly identified last week's featured church as Choctaw Baptist Church. If you can identify this week's 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 757-2069 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 Christian 10839 Edgemont Road, Edgemont 723-8109 Faith Church Highway 65 N & Harper Mountain Lane, Dennard, AR 72629 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, Clinton 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 Lute Mountain Road, off Highway 16, Shirley 723-8299 Main Line 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 Settlement Baptist Church 10277 Highway 16 E, Shirley 501-215-1595 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 723-8101 Shirley Community Church/First United Methodist 784 Matthew Clark Memorial Drive, Shirley 723-4387 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 Zoo Church 12174 Highway 65 N, Dennard 514-8535 The Power House (non-denominational) 159 Mt. Zion Road, Bee Branch, AR 253-2385 Trace Ridge Bible Church Highway 254 W at Morris Road, Chimes Walnut Grove Church 6940 Highway 95 W, Clinton 745-3445 Zion Hill Missionary Baptist ABA 29129 Highway 16 W, Jerusalem 745-4467
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IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF WAUNETIAH V. ROGERS, deceased NOTICE TO CREDITORS LAST KNOWN ADDRESS OF DECEDENT: 129 MAPLE LANE Clinton, AR 72031 DATE OF DEATH: November 30, 2019 The undersigned on the 28th day of January caused an Affidavit for Collection of Small Estate to be filed with respect to the Estate of Waunetiah V. Rogers, deceased, with the Clerk of the probate division of the Circuit Court of Van Buren County under A.C.A. 28-41-101. All persons having claims against the estate must exhibit them, duly verified, to the undersigned within three (3) 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. THIS NOTICE first published this 4th day of February, 2020. By: /s/ Kent Tester KENT TESTER, ID No. 89123 Tester Law Firm, P.A. \Attorney at Law 230 Hwy. 65 North, Suite 7 Clinton, AR 72031 501-745-7077 Fax 501-745-6161 kent@testerlaw.com
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Van Buren County Financial Report A.CA. 14-21-102
Accompanying Statement: the financial statement was prepared using the cash basis of accounting rather than the accrual basis. The Van Buren County Sales and Use Tax Capital Improvement Bond (Van Buren County Memorial Medical Center Project), Series 2010A bonded indebtedness as of 12-31-2019 was $2,390,000.00 to be repaid by receipts of a special county wide sales and use tax, at the rate of one percent(l.00%) levied pursuant to the Local Government Bond Act. The White River Planning and Development District Inc. Lease Revenue Improvement Bond Serles 2015 indebtedness as of 12-31-2019 was $1,927,618.00 to be repaid by the County Library one (1) mill property tax. As of 12-31-2019 Van Buren County's short term indebtedness was: $69,758.77 to be repaid by the Solld Waste Department, $1,781,588.60 to be repaid by the County Road Department, $150,627.81 to be repaid by the Sheriff's Office, $42,982.68 to be repaid by the Detention Center, and $55,983.98 to be repaid by the Emergency 911. SIGNED /s/ Mistie Wilson DATED 01/23/2020
County General
Balance 1/1/19 1,200,311.15 State 766,522.47 Federal 134,958.66 Property Taxes 1,314,329.46 Sales Tax 1,449,636.18 Fines/Forf/Cost 310,131.46 Interest 16,301.89 Officers Fees 51,412.67 Jail Fees 370,386.24 Treasurer Comm 84,278.74 Collector Comm 282,494.75 Assessor Sal & Ex 452,633.40 Other 570,219.28 Tr fr Other Accts 144,402.49 Tr to Other Accts (329,902.48) Expenditures (5,325,744.90) Balance 12/31/19 1,492,371.46
County Reserve
Balance 1/1/19 392,146.47 interest 8,885.54 Tran to other funds (111,091.00) Balance 12/31/19 289,941.01
Investigation
Balance 1/1/19 126.62 Interest 4.61 Sheriff Fee/Rest 19.60 Ex Treas Com 0.00 Balance 12/31/19 150.83
County Road
Balance 1/1/19 297,872.02 State 1,915,750.20 Federal 20,316.61 Property Taxes 1,078,546.52 Interest 14,827.35 Misc 88,336.99 trans to other funds (45,824.85) Expenditures (2,547,330.24) Balance 12/31/19 822,494.60
Additional Motor Fuel
Balance 1/1/19 0.00 Hwy Revenue Turnback 9,523.64 Balance 12/31/19 9,523.64
Hwy 124/65 Stop L
Balance 1/1/19 3,103.13 Interest 88.27 Expenditures (494.88) Balance 12/31/19 2,696.52
Treasurer's Auto
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State 33,140.82 Federal 173.93 Property Taxes 396,921.47 Voluntary Tax 17,373.18 Interest 8,073.83 Other 4,276.04 Grant/Local 6,899.94 Transfer to other funds -3.10 Expenditures -597,878.97 Balance 12/31/19 483,505.28
Solid Waste Mgmt
Balance 1/1/19 4,859.45 State Grant 1,079.42 Voluntary Tax 7,200.86 Interest 139.46 Tipping Fees 133,921.37 Recycling 21,165.82 FFBCC Reim Wage 12,188.00 Transfer from other funds 84,750.00 Miscellaneous 453,223.25 Expenditures -716,286.89 Balance 12/31/19 2,240.74 Child Support Balance 1/1/19 6,177.60 Receipts 3,452.20 Interest 259.04 Expenditures -60.05 Balance 12/31/19 9,828.79
Jail Maintenance
Balance 1/1/19 41,435.50 Fines/Fees 57,164.15 Interest 930.64 Misc 633.15 Expenditures -84,049.81 Balance 12/31/19 16,113.63
Boating Safety
Balance 1/1/19 2,440.48 State 1,939.23 Interest/Other 104.63 transfer from County General 60.24 Expenditures -1,829.11 Balance 12/31/19 2,715.47
911
Balance 1/1/19 6,560.88 Interest 1,541.24 CMRS Board Fees 78,882.26 E911 Rev Assist 27,440.00 911 Fees 105,329.15 Transfer from County General 197,545.15 Miscellaneous 1,517.35 Expenditures -414,667.96 Balance 12/31/19 4,148.07
Balance 1/1/19 32,193.08 Interest 1,150.74 Transfer from Treasurer's Comm 19,867.87 Expenditures -14,873.96 Balance 12/31/19 38,337.73
Emergency Vehicle
Collectors Auto
Balance 1/1/19 70,357.51 Receipts 4,164.84 Transfer from other fund 219.24 Expenditures -53,360.33 Balance 12/31/19 21,381.26
Balance 1/1/19 86,917.68 Interest 2,669.99 Collector's Comm 32,850.90 Trans to other Funds -522.32 Expenditures -4,761.96 Balance 12/31/19 117,154.29
Circuit Court Auto
Balance 1/1/19 41,061.47 Receipts 2,877.50 Interest 1,341.00 Exess Comm Treasurer 29.09 Balance 12/31/19 45,309.06
District Court Auto
Balance 1/1/19 19,395.99 Receipts 14,122.17 Interest 661.29 Excess Comm Treasurer 125.54 Tranfer to County General -1,000.00 Expenditures -13,567.37 Balance 12/31/19 19,737.62
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Balance 1/1/19 10,513.68 Receipts 7,462.17 Interest 577.76 Excess Comm Treasurer 53.58 Transfer to County General 2,436.00 Expenditures -1,160.78 Balance 12/31/19 19,882.41
County Clerk Cost
Balance 1/1/19 29,098.29 Interest 591.49 Receipts 6,064.89 Expenditure -15,424.10 Balance 12/31/19 20,330.57
Recorders Cost
Balance 1/1/19 12,542.23 Interest 68.99 Receipts 158,710.78 Transfer from other Funds 45,252.79 Expenditures -216,574.79 Balance 12/31/19 0.00
County Library Balance 1/1/19
Balance 1/1/19 11,895.06 Receipts 4,796.74 Expenditures -10,281.00 Balance 12/31/19 6,410.80
Victim Witness
Circuit Clerk Comm
Balance 1/1/19 7,762.14 Receipts 2,359.35 Expenditures 0.00 Balance 12/31/19 10,121.49
Assessors Late Fee
Balance 1/1/19 424.01 Fee 324.29 Interest/Ex Tr C 20.94 Balance 12/31/19 769.24
Animal Control
Balance 1/1/19 0.00 Interest 0.97 Trans to Co Gen -0.97 Balance 12/31/19 0.00
Hospital Mtnce
Balance 1/1/19 184,946.49 State 9,942.24 Property Taxes 119,062.43 Interest 3,933.47 Misc 20,606.12 Transfer to Taxing Errors (0.93) Expenditures (208,964.46) Balance 12/31/19 129,525.36
Auction Fund
Balance 1/1/19 0.00 Misc 11,887.50 Transfer from Interest 5.36 Expenditures (11,892.86) Balance 12/31/19 0.00
VBC 911 Upgrade
Balance 1/1/19 92,590.00 Federal Grant 41,000.00 Trans to Co General (1,562.66) Expenditures (132,027.34) Balance 12-31-19 0.00
Law Library
Balance 1/1/19 20,676.13 Int/Ex Tr Com 785.93 Admin of Justice 7,286.40 Transfer From other funds 1,932.48 Expenditures (4,250.14) Balance 12/31/19 26,430.80
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February 4, 2020
FOOD Sweet, Luscious Snacks for Loved Ones Valentine’s Day eats and treats
FAMILY FEATURES berries,
Valentine’s Day naturally brings thoughts of hearts, flowers, sweetness and love. Because it also occurs during American Heart Month, it’s a perfect opportunity to start taking care of your own heart and the hearts of loved ones. Part of the charm of the day’s celebrations is in giving family and friends flavorful foods to enjoy from chocolates and candies to other sugary treats. However, the festivities don’t have to be completely focused on unhealthy bites in order to make someone feel special. This year, it can be easy to share in the fun of Valentine’s Day by serving those you love with sweet, seasonal treats. For example, these Frosted Watermelon Cutouts make for ideal snacks for children and adults alike whether it’s an afterschool treat or a sweet dessert with just three ingredients, heart-shaped cookie cutters and minimal time spent in the kitchen. If you’re really looking to impress that special someone, this Watermelon and Chocolate Dessert Board calls for creativity and plenty of tasty morsels like
cashews, almonds and dark chocolate. Without any baking or cooking required, simply spread out the ingredients for a platter that’s just as visually appealing as it is appetizing. Both recipes include the benefits of watermelon, which boasts plenty of vitamin C to boost the immune system’s defenses as a cholesterolfree, fat-free and sodium-free food. Plus, watermel-
on draws its red color from the powerful antioxidant lycopene (12.7 mg per serving), which may help protect cells from damage, and the healthy treat is American Heart Association Heart-Check Certified with just 80 calories per serving, making it the perfect centerpiece for Valentine’s Day recipes. Find more Valentine’s Day inspiration and recipes at watermelon.org.
Frosted Watermelon Cutouts
1 seedless watermelon, cut into 1/2-3/4-inch thick slices 4 brownie bites 1 cup frosting (any flavor) Using heart-shaped cookie cutters, cut shapes out of watermelon slices or simply use cut watermelon wedges, if desired. Top heart shapes with brownie bites and add frosting as desired.
Watermelon and Chocolate Dessert Board
1 cup chocolate covered almonds 1 bar dark chocolate, broken into squares 1 cup coconut chips mint leaves, for garnish On serving board, arrange watermelon in center and surround with raspberries, cherries, strawberries, cranberries, cashews, almonds, chocolate and coconut chips. Scatter mint leaves around board for garnish.
side of wooden spoon. Add spinach, Italian seasoning and salt; cook 3 minutes, or until spinach wilts. Stir in marinara; cook 1 minute. In food processor, pulse cashews 20 times, or until small crumbs form. In medium bowl, stir cottage cheese and cashews. Shingle 1/3 of sweet potato slices in bottom of prepared dish; top with 1 cup cottage cheese mixture followed by 1 1/2 cups turkey mixture. Repeat layers twice; sprinkle with mozzarella cheese and cover tightly with foil. Bake 45 min utes; remove foil. Bake 20 minutes, or until top is golden brown. Tip: To freeze lasagna, wrap tightly once cooled with layer of plastic wrap then foil. Freeze up to 3
months. Remove plastic wrap; bake lasagna from frozen, covered with foil, at 375 F 1 hour. Uncover and bake 15 minutes, or until top is golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165 F. Approximate nutritional information per serving (1 1/2 cups): 315 calories; 110 calories from fat; 12 g fat; 0 g trans fat; 2 g polyun saturated fat; 6 g monounsaturated fat; 45 mg cholesterol; 570 mg sodium; 661 mg potassium; 22 g carbohy drates; 3 g fiber; 9 g sugars; 29 g protein; vitamin A 50%; vitamin C 10%; calcium 20%; iron 15%; vitamin E 10%; thiamin 8%; vitamin B6 15%; phosphorus 10%; magnesium 8%; manganese 20%.
Servings: 6-8 1/2 medium seedless watermelon, cut into wedges and cubes 1 cup fresh raspberries 1 cup fresh red cherries 1 cup strawberries, trimmed and halved 1/4 cup dried cranberries 1/3 cup roasted, salted cashews
Frozen Family Fun
Kid-frindly, make-ahead meals FAMILY FEATURES and health communica- make for an easy gr-
As families look to incorporate more nutritious dishes into meals from morning to night, using kid-friendly recipes can help make the process easier and more fun. To help make it easier for busy parents to plan and serve healthier meals, registered dietitian Melanie Marcus, Dole’s nutrition
Royal Frozen Sweet Potato Lasagna
tions manager, created a series of enchanted frozen fruit- and vegetable-based dishes including main courses, smoothies, desserts, sides and more. Because these recipes can be made in advance and frozen for later use, they’re perfect for on-thego families and busy lifestyles. For example, these frozen sandwiches
Prep time: 45 minutes Cook time: 1 hour, 5 minutes Servings: 8 Nonstick cooking spray 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 medium DOLE® White Onion, chopped 1 package (8 ounces) Dole Mushrooms, sliced 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 1/2 pounds 99% fat-free lean ground turkey 5 cups Dole Baby Spinach 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 cup marinara sauce 1 cup raw cashews
ab-and-go breakfast while makeahead lasagna simplifies busy evenings and banana split cups can appease those dessert cravings. These and other familyfriendly recipes are part of Dole’s healthy-living alliance with Disney’s Frozen 2. For details, visit dole.com/Disney. Follow Dole at #Dole and #DoleRecipes.
2 cups fat-free cottage cheese, strained 4 medium Dole Sweet Potatoes, peeled and sliced 1/8-inch thick crosswise 1 cup low-moisture partskim mozzarella cheese Heat oven to 375 F. Spray 13-by-9inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. In large skillet over mediumhigh heat, heat olive oil; add onion and cook 5 minutes, or until tender, stirring occasionally. Add mushrooms; cook 4 minutes, or until tender, stirring occasionally. Add garlic; cook 1 minute, stirring frequently. Add turkey; cook 8 minutes, or until browned, breaking up turkey with
Frozen Banana Split Cups
Prep time: 15 minutes, plus freezing time Servings: 12 2/3 cup gluten-free dark chocolate chips 2 teaspoons grapeseed oil 3 DOLE® Strawberries, hulled and thinly sliced 1 ripe Dole Banana, peeled and thinly sliced 3 tablespoons chopped roasted unsalted peanuts Line 12-cup mini muffin tin with mini cupcake liners.
In small, microwave-safe bowl, heat chocolate chips in microwave oven on high 1 minute, or until melted, stirring every 20 seconds; stir in oil. Fill cupcake liners with half of chocolate mixture; top with strawberries, banana, remaining chocolate mixture and peanuts. Freeze in airtight container at least 1 hour, or up to 2 weeks. Approximate nutritional information per serving (1 cup): 92 calories;
65 cal ories from fat; 7 g fat; 0 g trans fat; 1 g polyunsaturated fat; 1 g monounsaturated fat; 0 mg cholesterol; 0 mg sodium; 54 mg potassium; 10 g carbohydrates; 2 g fiber; 6 g sugars; 2 g protein; vitamin A 0%; vitamin C 2%; calcium 0%; iron 15%; vitamin E 2%; thiamin 0%; vitamin B6 2%; phosphorus 0%; magnesium 2%; manganese 4%.