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Ozark Health seeks sales tax vote Ozark Health CEO David Deaton asked the Quorum Court on Thursday to allow a special election to finance the hospital. Deaton is seeking a half-cent sales tax. Estimates are that the tax would generate about $1 million annually for Ozark Health. The current 1 cent sales tax dedicated to Ozark Health expires in November. Deaton would like the special election to be held Sept. 8. In exchange for the tax, Deaton dangled images of a memory care unit for
dementia and Alzheimer’s patients as well as possibly a dialysis center. Voters rejected a quarter-cent sales tax for Ozark Health in March. Asked why the vote couldn’t wait until the November General Election, Deaton said a special election would put the focus on one issue. Politics are involved in the General Election and this is not a political issue, he said. The cost of a special election would be $20,000 to $30,000, according to County Clerk Pam Bradford.
Deaton said Ozark Health would reimburse the county. Ozark Health has received revenue from a 1-cent sales tax since 2000. The facility is leased from the county at a minimal cost. That lease expires in 2034. Deaton said the tax money would be used for capital improvements, expansions, renovations, replacing equipment, maintenance and whatever is needed. He noted that Ozark Health employs more than 300 people, including nurses, technicians, ther-
apists, specialty sports staff and others. Wages and benefits are $16 million annually, he said. Deaton’s own salary is $180,775; Larry Green, head of rehab, makes $131,731; and pharmacy manager Misti Johnson is paid $112,894, according to Ozark Health’s non-profit filing for 2018. In the ordinance proposal Deaton handed out to justices of the peace, there appeared to be no sunset clause for the tax. Asked if that was the case, Deaton said he was “not for sure.”
Ozark Health CEO David Deaton addresses the Quorum Court last week.
Reopening Scotland center serving lunch The former Scotland Senior Center was scheduled to reopen Tuesday, May 26, under a new name - the Scotland Community Center. Hours will be 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Thursday with lunch served at 11:45 a.m. for $4 per plate. State guidelines now in place will be observed. Providing and wearing your own mask and social distancing are mandatory. All ages are welcome. Daily, monthly and quarterly activities will resume.
Park opening some areas Parking is now more
readily available at Clinton City Park. Fishing in the pond also is again allowed. Basketball goals have been put back up as well.
Sunrise on Memorial Day. (Photo by Robert Snyder)
Museum to open doors soon The Van Buren County Muse-
um will be open beginning June 2 with some restrictions -- only three visitors at a time in the building and other state coronavirus guidelines. The hours open will be Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays 10 a.m. until 2:30 p.m.
Ranges reopened Arkansas Game and Fish Commission Shooting ranges at Dr. James E. Moore Jr. Camp Robinson Firing Range in Mayflower have reopened for the first time in more than a month. The unmanned Jack Cox Range at W.E. Brewer Scatter Creek WMA and Rick Evans Grandview Prairie Conservation Education Center have opened as well. The ranges are the first public buildings owned by the AGFC that have been reopened to the public since the beginning of COVID-19 precautions were implemented.
Coronavirus Man accused of By the numbers/May 23 using dog in attack Van Buren County
• 0 cases • 2 deaths
Arkansas • 5,775 cases • 86 hospitalized • 17 on ventilators • 115 deaths • 4,096 recoveries
Governor: We know there's a risk
This pretty pit is owned by Penny Burris. Read about SNYP Arkansas' recent decision about pit bulls and surrendered strays on Page 2.
Gov. Asa Hutchinson defended the steps his state has taken to reopen even as it saw its largest single-day increase in coronavirus cases last Thursday. “We have to manage the risk,” Hutchinson said on “Fox News Sunday.” “We take the virus very seriously, it’s a risk, it causes death, but you can’t cloister yourself at home, that is just contrary to the American spirit.” Hutchinson compared social dis-
tancing and wearing masks to driving while wearing a seatbelt. "You can be in an automobile and that is very risky, but you can manage the risk by wearing a seatbelt,” he told Chris Wallace. Hutchinson also said Arkansas’ cases were on the rise because the state had increased testing. “We see it because we’re testing more and we’re following and testing where they’ve been coming from.”
A Scotland man has been accused of using his dog to attack his parents earlier this month. Jonathan Hamilton, 36, refused to let his parents leave the house, according to an affidavit for arrest. When they tried to leave, Hamilton ordered his dog to “get” them, the affidavit states. Hamilton refused to come out of the residence on Foster Cemetery Road, but allowed Animal Control Officer Tim Pike to come inside and get the dog. Pike reported that when he went into the bedroom to get the dog, he was unaware there was a woman under the dog. Pike used a pole catcher to remove the dog.
Hamilton’s mother, Linda, appeared to have serious lacerations on her face and mouth, according to the affidavit. She and her husband were flown to UAMS for their injuries. Hamilton has been charged with domestic first-degree battery, a Class B felony; domestic second-degree battery, a Class C felony; and false imprisonment, a Class C felony. David Glenn Christen, 41, of Clinton has been charged with non-financial identity fraud. Christen used the name of his son, David Dylan Christen, to set up a cell phone account, according to an affidavit for arrest. The crime is a Class D felony.
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May 26, 2020
Road just got rougher for unwanted dogs Opinion My Turn
By Anita Tucker/Voice editor
ficer Pike brings in one of these, the owner has 5 days to claim it. A quick internet search turned up at least six pit bull rescue groups in Arkansas. Maybe that avenue hasn’t really been exhausted? Maybe it’s just that the Pennsylvania rescues SNYP deals with don’t want them? We’ll explore how that works in a future column. As far as no longer taking surrenders, the year-end report states that there were seven dogs and four cats at the shelter. SNYP has a contract with Van Buren County and the city of Clinton. These changes do not serve the community well. I’m calling on the county and city to reconsider their contract. Treat volunteered to take over the financially strapped shelter in 2017. SNYP was created to be a low cost spay and neuter clinic, she said. “We came into the shelter business
by “a fluke,” she said. It never served as a spay and neuter clinic. By April 2019, Treat was threatening to close the shelter. People had not stepped up with their pocket books like they had promised, she said. She said she spent $27,000 of her own money. In a Facebook post Sunday evening, SNYP was once again playing the role of victim. “Instead of taking your displeasure out on those of us who love and care for the abandoned and neglected animals of Van Buren County every day; why not instead voice your displeasure where the anger should really lie, at the feet of irresponsible pet owners who refuse to spay/neuter and allow their animals to both breed and roam at will.” Meanwhile, the Voice reached out to residents, asking about their experiences with pit bulls. The response was overwhelming.
I wish I could say I was surprised by SNYP Arkansas’ announcement Sunday. But really, what can you expect from an organization that thinks margaritas and grilled salmon are good fundraisers for an animal shelter? It was only a matter of time before the board decided it wasn’t going to take in owner surrenders anymore. After all, these dogs are the lowest of the low, right? A dog so unlovable that its most likely neglectful, maybe abusive, owner doesn’t want it anymore. Or maybe the dog’s owner can no longer care for him for one reason or another. Whatever the reason, don’t try to unload your problem dogs on the shelter - they’ve got better dogs to serve. And perhaps even worse news, pit bulls and pit bull mixes that end up at the shelter are apparently doomed after five days. At least I think so, SNYP didn’t answer repeated questions on the subject. They also didn’t answer my request for contact information for director Lori Treat that would actually allow me to communicate with her. My request even somehow disappeared from their FaceMaui has been with her family since she was book page. Here is SNYP’s an- just a few weeks old. She is “my rock,” says Carrol King. nouncement: After much consideration, we have decided that we will have to The VOICE of Van Buren County make some changes at 328 Main St. / P.O. Box 1396 / Clinton, AR / 72031 tel: (501) 745-8040 / fax: (501) 745-8077 the Animal Shelter. Editor / General Manager 1. We will no lonAnita Tucker ger accept any owner Advertising -/ voiceeditor@artelco.com Office Manager surrenders. There are Terry O’Connor - voiceads@artelco.com many stray and aban- Subscription Rates: doned animals in Van $35 per year in Van Buren County Buren County and the $45 per year outside of county or Circulation Customer Service building we occupy is Subscriptions voiceads@artelco.com or (501) 745-8040 owned by Van Buren To Submit News: County and the city of voiceeditor@artelco.com Clinton, we have to use Letters to the Editor: the kennels that we voiceeditor@artelco.com and Classified Advertising: have for the dogs and Display voiceads@artelco.com or (501) 745-8040 cats that Officer Pike Deadline to submit news items, letters and all advertising: has to pick up. 4:00 p.m. Thursdays 2. We will not be The VOICE of Van Buren County is published weekly Tuesday by VBC Communications, LLC able to take in any- on 328 Main Street, Clinton AR 72031 more Pitbull Terriers or USPS Permit # 16970 effective 10-13-2015 Pit crosses because we Periodicals Postage paid at Clinton AR. Send address corrections to do not have a safe out- POSTMASTER: The VOICE of Van Buren County let (rescue) that is willP. O. Box 1396, Clinton, AR 72031 ing to take them. If Of-
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Only one respondent, a paramedic for 25 years, said he would never have a pit bull. He said the only attack he ever saw in which he believed the dog was actually trying to kill a person was a pit bull. Otherwise, the comments were positive. “Sweet,” “loving,” “happy,” “friendly.” Some agreed that pit bulls need more training and their owners need educated about the breed. One story of pit bull ownership came from Reta Tharp, a former animal control officer.
She states that her pit bull is 5 years old now “and is doing amazing. She gets along with our other two small dogs great, as well as our two cats. She loves all people all the time. “I have never actually owned a better dog. She is just all around happy and friendly with all who come close to her. Not a mean bone in her body. “She has been socialized, trained and is such a good girl. The world needs to be educated on the breed. However I do agree that they are not the breed
for everyone. They require training and socializing as all dogs do but, this is a very strong animal and because of that folks have to work with them maybe a little more and if you don't have time for that then it might not be the dog for you. “It’s called educate the people! Because when you don't train your dog in the beginning you could have an unfortunate ending. Then the dog gets blamed.” We will continue to share stories in coming issues.
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May 26, 2020
Letters to Editor Dear Editor: I would like to address the community concerning an event that took place at last Thursday’s Quorum Court meeting. Ozark Health administrator, David Deaton addressed the court asking for them to place a one-half cent sales tax measure on a special election ballot scheduled for September 8, 2020. Deaton stated the special election would cost somewhere near $30,000, which the hospital would gladly pay. When questioned why we need a special election coming to the voters only seven weeks before the November election, Deaton sidestepped and gave an answer about not wanting the measure to get bogged down in politics. I think it is fair to say we all know the facts about why special elections have been popular in the past. Special elections traditionally have low voter turnout which allows the deck to be heavily stacked with pro-tax supporters. It is sort of like shooting fish in a barrel for politicians to push taxes through. I suspect it is believed voter turnout will be even lower than ever with the number of polling places throughout the county being reduced to only four. I am calling for the Quorum Court to reject the special election proposal and place the tax question on the November ballot. You may recall voters rejected a measure on the March ballot that would have given OHMC a one-quarter cent sales tax. At that time the voters also rejected a sales tax to pay for the library while passing a tax to support emergency ser-
vices. I have no animosity toward any of the staff at Ozark Health. I would love for us all to get to the place where we are on the same page and agree special elections to get tax increases passed is a bad gamble. If OHMC looses $30,000 for this folly, hopefully it will solidify the message. In conclusion, we all need to remember we still have a library we can not pay for. The jail committee has approached the Quorum Court twice stating their case for a brand new facility. It has been mentioned twice in Quorum Court meetings, the JP’s possess the ability to raise our property taxes from 3 to 5 mills without a vote from the public. We all know the county was facing financial difficulties before the financial shakedown of the past two months caused by the Covid quarantines. If anyone believes this bid by Ozark Health Administrator David Deaton to garner a halfcent sales tax by means of special election is a one off event in this county, friends we ain’t seen nothing yet. This is only the beginning. Warren Johnson Clinton Dear Editor: Beyond the terrible loss of life, health and jobs/livelihoods this corona virus has wrought, what is most heartbreaking to me is the forced isolation and loss of community connection we have all experienced. So many activities are having to be cancelled that brought friends and family and even strangers together, sometimes just once a year, but always looked forward to as celebrations of life. Will we ever again be
able to see a real smile on somebody's face, or just a mask? Will we get to see a friend and be able to share a hug? No matter how brief, the contact always strengthens us. We must all keep our spirits up in the belief life will eventually get back to normal, and work even harder at maintaining our connections through whatever means we have available. That's the theme of my favorite Oprah Winfrey/Deepak Chopra meditation in a series called "Perfect Health" which details the effect our emotions and thoughts have on our physical health. This is part of the dialogue that I never tire of listening to: "As social beings we need to feel deeply connected with others to thrive, which means spending time with loved ones and friends - we're all seeking that spirit to spirit connection. Connection in its many forms is essential to our well being. When we socialize we are doing wonderful things for our brains and bodies - we see ourselves in others, and others in ourselves. The connection through modern technology cannot completely replace the old-fashioned way with eye contact and hugs. Through isolation we wither, but in community we experience a deep sense of belonging, purpose and joy. The centering thought of this meditation (which you are asked to repeat out loud several times) is “I cherish every connection.” Alma Wallace Clinton
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Hang on, kitty Photographer Robert R. Gaut’s pack of dogs found a house cat in a tree. Gaut says the cat comes by now and then, but “if he makes a mistake he ain't coming back whether he has 9 lives or not.”
Helping Arkansas’s reopening succeed By U.S. Sen. John Boozman businesses in the Nat- tential for transmission
We are all eager for a return to normalcy after strict measures were implemented in Arkansas and across the country to slow the spread of the coronavirus and prevent hospitals from becoming overwhelmed with patients infected by the disease. We have made significant progress, but what’s equally important now is safely resuming business and allowing Americans to return to work. At the same time, we must remain vigilant and continue to practice effective behaviors like social distancing as commerce restarts. As a member of the Congressional Group Opening Up America Again, I’ve joined discussions about how we can reopen our country in a safe way that protects the health of citizens and supports our businesses. This requires striking the right balance in order to revive the economy while prioritizing public safety and health. Fortunately, Arkansas is leading the way in getting back to business responsibly. The phased approach to reopening
ural State is essential. Governor Asa Hutchinson, along with Arkansas Department of Health Director Dr. Nate Smith and the guidance of his team of public health experts, are leading the way for our state’s return to business by establishing protocols to keep us all safe as doors reopen to customers. Over the last several weeks, hospitals and clinics resumed elective procedures, churches welcomed parishioners, gyms opened their doors and dinein services at restaurants across the state returned in limited capacity. In the coming days public pools will reopen to swimmers for the summer. This measured reopening allows us to minimize health risks while increasing customer capacity at locations we frequented before the pandemic forced us to change our habits. While businesses are required to follow industry-specific guidance, some are also taking additional steps including installing plexiglass shields to separate workspaces in order to reduce the po-
of the coronavirus. One way we’re working to decrease the spread of the virus and safely reopen American is by expanding Covid-19 testing. Funding authorized by the Coronavirus Aid Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act and the Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act has provided more than $80 million to Arkansas to increase testing capacity. This support will help achieve the governor’s goal of conducting 60,000 coronavirus tests in the state during May. Widespread testing is critical to reopening businesses and giving citizens the confidence they need to resume contact with loved ones and interact with the businesses and services they rely on in their daily lives. We all want to resume normal activities. It will be a slow process, but I am confident that by continuing to practice social distancing and following the guidelines of medical experts, we can safely and successfully recover.
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Obituaries
Kathryn Eubank
Kathryn Maureen Eubank, 96, of Clinton, Arkansas was born on September 21, 1923 to Thomas and Lillian (Lampe) Harrold on a farm near Palmer, Iowa and passed from this life on May 14, 2020 at her home. Kathryn married William “Bill” Eubank on July 2, 1946. Together they raised their six children: Ellen (Paul) Wood of Clinton, and daughters Kristie Cupp and Sarah Boyd, Lynn (Karen) Eubank of Ames, Iowa, Steve (Kathi) Eubank of Hot Springs Village, Arkansas; Mark (Cindy) Eubank of Boise, Idaho; John Eubank, and Kent (Joni) Eubank of Coralville, Iowa. Kathryn and Bill moved to the Alread, Arkansas community in 1982. They soon became involved in the Alread community by running the concession stand for the high school basketball games and assisting in county elections. They were active members of St Jude Thaddeus Catholic Church in Clinton, and were instrumental in the planning and building of the new sanctuary where Kathryn was church secretary and taught religious education classes for many years. Throughout her life, Kathryn distinguished herself as a teacher. She began her teaching career in a one-room schoolhouse in Pocahontas County, Iowa, and continued her love of education in classrooms until just a few years ago. She was a volunteer for the Literacy Council. After Bill’s passing Kathryn bought a small house in town and soon became involved in many more community activities. Kathryn is preced-
ed in death by her beloved husband of over 50 years, Bill; one son, John Eubank; her parents; and five siblings, Verna Olsen, Faber Harrold, Berniece Kaiser, Owen Harrold and Cletus Harrold. Left to cherish her memory along with her children are nine grandchildren and their spouses; 18 great-grandchildren; and many other relatives and friends. A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, July 2, 2020 at St. Jude’s Catholic Church in Clinton. A rosary will be held Wednesday, July 1, 2020, at 6:30 p.m. at the church. Memorials may be sent to: Van Buren County Literacy Council,100 Success Drive, Clinton, Arkansas 72031 or St. Jude Thaddeus Catholic Church, 3178 Hwy 65S, Clinton, Arkansas 72031.
Lucille Scroggins
Ethan Huggins
Ethan Andrew Rush Huggins, 30, of Clinton, passed away May 11, 2020 in an automobile accident. Ethan was born November 6, 1989 to Steve Huggins and Kim Duncan Huggins. Ethan had a heart filled with love for everyone. He kept his friends and family close and always knew how to cheer us up and make us laugh. His family and friends will miss the twinkle in his eye and his beautiful laugh. He is survived by his parents of Clinton; one brother, Tanner Huggins of Benton; grandparents, Don and Betty Dennis of Winslow; and other relatives. Ethan is preceded in death by his grandparents, Darris and Sally Caldwell Huggins, Cecil Duncan and John Harris. A memorial service was held at 2 p.m. Thursday, May 21, 2020, at Weaver Cemetery in Shirley with Bob
Neighbors James & Joyce Burns Scotland I can not believe how fast the time is going by. This year is almost half gone and I have been staying home and enjoying it so much that it will be hard to go back to work. I think after I
Leal and Howard Avery lessly patient woman. officiating. Lucille was a member of the Advent Church of Allen Corbett God of the Abrahamic Allen Ray Corbett, Faith. 94, of Clinton was born A graveside seron August 13, 1925 to vice was 11 a.m. Satthe late Charles and urday, May 23, 2020 at Bertha (Davenport) Cor- Old Liberty Cemetery in bett in Little Rock, Ar- Cleveland. kansas and passed from this life on May 20, 2020 in Little Rock. Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Jocie Corbett; one son, Ty Corbett; two daughters, Charlotte (Corbett) Rollans, Teresa (Corbett) Henry; three grandchildren; other relatives and many friends. Funeral services will Richy Curtis Richy G. Curtis, be at 2 p.m. Tuesday, May 26, 2020 at the 65, of Clinton, ArkanRoller-McNutt Funeral sas, departed from this Home in Clinton. Inter- world on Friday, May ment will follow in Huie 15, 2020. He was born April 9, 1955 in CaliforCemetery. nia to the Glen Curtis and Melva Chillson. Left to cherish his memory is his wife, Karon Curtis and seven siblings. Richy is preceded in death by his mother, Melva Chillson, and two siblings. A private memorial service will be held at a later date.
get started again I will not mind. I don't want to start back too soon. Our son Tim Burns and his his wonderful wife Jennifer are here from Anchorage, Alaska and have self-quarantined themselves in Clinton for two weeks, just to be sure they did not pick up the virus on the plane. That time is
The staff of The Voice of Van Buren County extends sincere condolences to all who have lost loved ones. If you wish to express your appreciation to friends, neighbors, family, church and community members with a Thank You on the obit page, call (501) 745-8040 or email voiceads@artelco.com
Lucille (Hammond) Scroggins, 106, died Thursday, May 21, 2020 at her home in Cleveland, Arkansas. Lucille was John and Dove Hammond’s second child, born February 9, 1914, in Cleveland, Arkansas. She is preceded in death by her parents and siblings, Lila (Hammond) Little, Huie Hammond and Dhew Hammond. On May 9, 1933, Lucille married William Scroggins and together their family grew to eight: three boys and five girls. Her son, Billy Derrick, passed away before his first birthday. She is survived by her other children: Audi Scroggins (Allene), Theresa Tull Shillcutt, Mary Little, Dorothy O’Neal (Jimmy), Nancy Burnett (Jimmy), Bill Scroggins (Sarah Green), and AvaLasater (Sonny); 17 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; and six great-great-grandchildren. She resided in Cleveland for most of her life. Lucille will always be remembered as a tireless and end-
up this weekend so they can come to the house. I appreciate their love and concern for us and now we can give them a big hug and enjoy the next couple of weeks with them. Scotland is beginning to open up a little more. Scotland Community Senior Center will be open on May 26 for regular activities and lunch for all ages. Bingo, singing and other games
May 26, 2020
Give me your answer do - Daisies are popping up throughout the county alongside roads and in fields. (Photo by Jeff Burgess)
Cemeteries Zion Hill
There will be no formal potluck on Decoration Day at Zion Hill Cemetery (Highway 16 West). Decorate graves anytime. Mail donations to 36800 SR 16, Jerusalem AR 72080.
Rushing
Fay Davis
Fay Davis, 89, of Greenbrier, Arkansas, went to be with the Lord, Tuesday, May 19, 2020. He was born February 6, 1931, in Damascus, Arkansas, to the late James and Birdie (Driskil) Davis. Fay was also preceded in death by his siblings, Ila Yount, Donald Davis, J.W. Davis and Ray Davis. Fay was a faithful member of the First Pentecostal Church in Guy. He enjoyed hunting and playing his guitar. Left to cherish his memory are several family members. Funeral service was Friday, May 22, at First Pentecostal Church in Guy with interment to follow at Old Salem Cemetery in Gravesville.
as before. The building will be open each day from 9 until 2 for pool or puzzles. Lunch will be served at 11:45 and the cost is going to be $4. Bingo will still be Tuesday and Thursday. The music will still be on the 3rd Friday. Remember the center is open for anyone that wants to come and play or eat. The Scotland Community Corp. hopes to be open for breakfast in
Decoration Day service at Rushing Cemetery will be held Sunday, May 31 at 11a.m. on the cemetery grounds. Visitors may wish to arrive earlier to decorate graves. Participants are encouraged to bring a lawn chair. A short message will be delivered by Pastor Dylan Stewart. In order to encourage social distancing during the pandemic, there will be no service inside the church. Antioch Outreach Center will be open for restroom use and tables will be provided for those who wish to bring their own lunch. There will be no potluck meal. The upkeep of the cemetery is funded through generous contributions by those with loved ones buried in the cemetery. Donations are welcome and should be made payable to Rushing Cemetery Inc. and mailed to 633 Highway 9, Fox AR 72051.
of Highway 95 in Scotland, has decided to cancel Decoration this year. However, at your convenience, feel welcome to visit the cemetery and to place flowers on the graves of your loved ones. If you visit, please follow current Covid-19 guidelines. Donations may be made to: Pleasant Grove Cemetery, P. O. Box 5, Scotland AR 72141.
Blackwell
Decoration Day for Blackwell Cemetery, Bricky Road, Bee Branch, Arkansas, scheduled for June 7, has been cancelled due to Covid-19. As always the cemetery is open and available for family and friends to decorate the graves of loved ones. Donations for upkeep of the cemetery and annual dues can be sent to the attention of Flora Phillips, 917 Highway 285, Damascus, Arkansas 72039, make your check payable to the Blackwell Cemetery.
Pine Mountain
Pine Mountain Cemetery Decoration is held on Father's Day weekend annually as a come-and-go event. Donations for upkeep and maintenance can be mailed to WinPleasant Grove cie Stevenson, 2179 The committee of Gravesville Cutoff Road the Pleasant Grove Damascus, AR 72039. Cemetery, located off July. We want to be sure it is the safe thing to do and not share any health problems. It will be wonderful to get back on track and to have breakfast and see all of our friends. We will let you know as soon as we think it is time.
Have a safe and healthy week and call 592-3935 if you have any Scotland News to go in the paper.
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May 26, 2020
breakfast. They wantNeighbors ed a strawberry waffle to from page 4 celebrate Anne's birthday. Anne also went to Conway and did some Celebration - Billie shopping. Ferren celebrated her Frank, Erica, Rylan 87th birthday May 22 at and Landon Ward, John, Ozark Health Nursing Dustin, Jessica along and Rehab center in with Marva and RG went Clinton. She spent to the Fish House in her life taking care of Quitman last Saturday. others as a nurse, and Sindee Morse and loves to laugh and Erica power washed people watch. Marva and RG's deck Patsy Ward and porch this week. Sindee is working on Formosa giving it a good renovaI took my sister Mar- tion. Redoing the lights gie Beckham to the doc- and all. tor in Conway on MonThis week, Frank, day. We had a good trip. Erica and Rylan came We did some shopping down on Thursday. and wound up making a Frank and Erica had an day of it. appointment in Little On Mother's Day Rock on Friday, so Rylan weekend, Jacque and spent the day with MarEarnie Hennington of va and RG. Hamburg visited her Scott brought Remmother, Margie Pounds. ington and Riggin to visit The Hunger Run Ronny Webb, of on Friday and their dad, volunteer board has an- Houston, Texas visit- Allen Farrow, came by nounced that this year’s ed Margie one day this and picked them up to funds raised to bene- week. go home. fit the Choctaw Food Ronny and BrenEverybody have a Bank reached a total of da are visiting his mom, good week ahead. God $13,500. Ruth Webb, for a while. bless. Due to event reI also visited with strictions concerning Margie a couple times the coronavirus, the 8th the past week. Annual Clinton Hunger Richard Sherrod Run 5K scheduled for spent a couple days in March 28 did not take the Veteran's hospital in place in downtown Clin- Little Rock this week. He ton. This year’s race as is doing better now. a “Virtual Event,” with Richard and Donmany registered partic- na's granddaughter, ipants submitting times Madison Masterson of for their own "virtual" Manila, spent about 10 course run on the honor days with them. Her system. All registered friend, Cadence Valen- Thelma Murray participants received a tine of Wooster, came up complimentary finish- and spent the night with Shirley Brenda Brown had ers medal and sponsor her. goody bag, and severI visited with June her children with her al also received spon- Williams Monday eve- own Mother’s Day. Robsor prizes from the Vir- ning for a little while. She in Treat of Vilonia, Brad tual Drawing. Dona- is gradually feeling bet- and Renee, and daughter Sarah Brown of Shirtions poured in from ter. local sponsors even afDonna Sherrod and ley, and Doug and son, ter race entries were Anne Mann went to Colten Brown. Jimmy Murray had closed. a restaurant and had a pacemaker checkup in Little Rock on Monday. He got a good report. Kaelyx Murray went with Thelma Murray to Og Mandino visit with Bill Blair, In" What you plant now, you will harvest later." ez Privitt in Shirley, and to take Barbara Watts some tomato plants on
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The Crabtree Senior Night and Potluck at the Foursquare Church, normally the last Friday of the month, is cancelled this month. The first quarter moon is official Friday at 10:29 p.m. First quarter moons rise at noon and set at midnight. And since a reader asked, “first quarter” is not a reference to the moon’s appearance but rather the fact that it has completed one fourth of its orbit around the earth, counting from the last new moon. The Farmer’s Almanac says Friday and Saturday are good days to prune to encourage growth, and Sunday is good day to start a diet to gain weight. ACRDC, ACCDA and the Alread Inter-organizational meetings, all originally scheduled for Monday, have been cancelled. Squirrel season is open now through February 28, 2021. Check The Regs for details. Mark your calendars from noon Friday, June 12 to midnight on Sunday, June 14 for Free Fishing Days in Arkansas. No license required. Numerous locations in Arkansas are reporting rainfall averages at 150% above normal so far this year. That has translated into incredibly thick and lush growth in the forest. And while my blueberries are swelling nicely, I’m starting to see rot on some of my strawberries. For more on considerations in your garden during wet weather, see “Remembering Lalla’s Garden” on page 12. If you have info about the greater Crabtree and west 16 community, call or text Jeff Burgess, 745-1249.
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Fishing Report
Little Garrett Lemons is proud of his bream he caught off of a redworm while fishing at Lake Greeson recently. Memorial Day weekend is a great time to introduce a child to fishing for bream, likely hooking the youngster for life. Photo provided by Lisa Spencer.
Central Arkansas
Lake Overcup
(updated 5-202020) NOTE: The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission has issued an advisory for Overcup Lake until further notice. The temporary advisory is the result of a blue-green algae bloom. AGFC biologists said boating and fishing are allowed but urge visitors to avoid the algae when on the lake. Anglers are encouraged to wash and cook fish appropriately. The AGFC posted signs to alert visitors that swimming is not allowed on the lake until the algae bloom has dissipated or tests confirm that it is safe. The AGFC already prohibits swimming in Lake Overcup, but any incidental contact should be limited. Pets should be discouraged from swimming, wading or drinking the water. Any area of skin that has come into contact with algae should be washed with soap and water. If your pet does ingest lake water and becomes increasing-
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ly lethargic or vomiting, contact your veterinarian immediately. Some types of blue-green algae produce natural toxins or poisons. When these algae die and break down, toxins can be released into the water. The AGFC, in coordination with the Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality, will continue monitoring the blue-green algae level. For more information on the advisory status on Lake Overcup call the AGFC Mayflower Regional Office at (877) 4703309 weekdays 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Little Red River
(updated 5-202020) Greg Seaton of littleredflyfishingtrips. com (501-690-9166) said the river is clearing after the heavy rain last Saturday night. The lake level is 467.29 feet msl, which is 4 feet above normal. The Corps of Engineers has been generating on a 12-hour two-unit schedule or a 24-hour 1-unit schedule according to the power demand and the level of the White River. It is
best to check each day after 4 p.m. for the next day’s schedule. The caddis hatch continues, with some days heavier than others. The best fly selection seems to be caddis pupa, caddis emergers, hare’s ear nymphs and midge pupa. The best fishing is by staying ahead of the generation if possible. Greg adds, “With the holiday this weekend a lot of folks will be heading to the lakes and rivers. Please use caution and watch for the high or rising water on the river. Small craft, kayaks and canoes should only be used by experienced boaters during the generation. Hope you had a safe and happy Memorial Day. Good health, and Good Fishing!”
Greers Ferry Lake
As of Wednesday, the Army Corps of Engineers reports the lake’s elevation at 467.31 feet msl (normal conservation pool: 462.54 feet msl). (updated 5-202020) Tommy Cauley of Fishfinder Guide Service (501-940-1318)
said the water level at Greers Ferry Lake is at 467.32 feet msl and falling with generation. It is 4.78 feet above normal pool and with the rain that is forecasts we should see another rise, which will help with the fish and shad spawns. The overall bite is good all over lakes and rivers for all species and should continue until mid-July. Crappie are still spawning in lake, and some also in rivers and small creeks; use jigs or minnows and or a beetle spin for best bite. Walleye are done in rivers; some have not got back to lake yet, while lake fish are trying to spawn. Drag crawlers on a variety of methods or a small Rite Bite Senko on jighead in 15-28 feet of water. Bream are coming off a good spawn and preparing for another; use crickets, crawlers, small crankbaits or small inline spinners for best bite behind, in, and in front of bushes out to 15 feet. Black bass are still spawning while some guarding nests and some headed out to deeper water. A lot of techniques are working, and there is good topwater action as well. Catfish are eating all over lakes and rivers, and the flatheads are getting ready to spawn. A variety of ways and baits are working for the cats. Hybrid bass and white bass are gorging on shad all over lakes and rivers; spoons, inline spinners, topwater baits and swimbaits all are working in 10-30 feet of water. Shad are spawning all over lake as well; find the shad and the fish will be close by.
Arkansas River at Morrilton
(updated 5-202020) Charlie Hoke at Charlie's Hidden Harbor at Oppelo (501354-8080) said he didn’t have a lot to report from the last couple of days as the river went on a high rise again. But earlier last week, a longtime customer and his wife stopped in after not haven’t been in the area in three years, the flow was around 60,000 cfs and they were catching catfish, particularly flatheads, using sandworms, Charlie reports. The customer then tried skipjack but didn’t fare as well. A week ago Monday, a father and son who also enjoy going after the catfish but hadn’t been out in the area in a while went out with skipjack, nightcrawlers and shrimp, “and everything they caught was on nightcrawlers,” Charlie said. “I don’t know if it’s because they (the Army Corps of Engineers) have been flushing the water through the river, but the water is muddy so worms are probably best.” That pair of anglers was fishing on top of jetties and throwing on both sides, pitching them over on the current side or the noncurrent side and catching fish on both sides in 4-5 feet depth, he said. Other than those reports, it’s been real spotty, he said. “You get back up in some of the creeks, like Point Remove Creek, get back in that when the water is not flowing and the fish are around the wood structure, they are catching largemouth bass on shallow-running crankbaits in various colors – chartreuse, orange with black – and spinnerbaits. They aren’t big, but they are 2-pound-
er range.” Also on the Petit Jean River when water flow isn’t too high on the river, anglers have been catching both bream and crappie on redworms. Crappie are also biting jigs in chartreuse/black or chartreuse with red heads and dark-colored skirts, he said.
North Arkansas
White River
(updated 5-202020) Cotter Trout Dock (870-435-6525) said the river level has been way up and way down this week. “Despite the river changes, the trout are loving it. The high water is great for growing the trout and low water finds them pooled up and perfect for catching. “The browns have been taking sculpins and minnows, as well as any lure that looks like a rainbow. You can hook your share of rainbows with a pink worm, sometimes tipped with white PowerBait. Live worms have been working well too, the water level changes washing more worms into the river so your bait looks more natural. Tie on something with lots of gold flash if using stick baits, and spoons and spinners with red and gold blades have also proven successful. “The low water times have also been great for fly fishing with many wading opportunities opening up. The river has been changing fast so keep an eye on the water level if wade fishing. Enjoy the Memorial Day weekend and stay safe, keep your life jackets on or near at all times.”
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CHURCH PAGE
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Thanks to those of you who called and correctly identified last week's featured church as Culpepper 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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WE GIVE HONOR TO OUR VETERANS THE BRAVE MEN AND WOMEN OF OUR ARMED FORCES
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Wet soil brings different set of problems by Jeff Burgess started
We have had a lot of rain so far this year with some reports of as much as 160% of an average year by this time. Of course lots of rain makes for soggy soil which can make gardening difficult. Cultivating soggy soil can ruin its tilth, causing it to compact. Compacted soil forces plants to use more energy sending out roots that could have been used developing top growth. As a result, plants develop slower, tend to be smaller and less productive. Wise gardeners never work their soil when it’s waterlogged, preferring to wait until some drainage has occurred. How long that takes depends upon the quality of your soil. High clay mixes, like we have around here, take longer. Soils with large amounts of organic material and sand drain quicker. When Lalla moved to the Dennard area, in the 1970s, her selected garden site had about an inch of top soil, followed by several inches of a yellow clay and rock mix, followed by red clay. It was hardly an ideal situation for a robust garden. So she
transporting top soil from the bottom of a nearby creek and composting large amounts of grass clippings, leaves and other organic materials, eventually adding chicken manure from her flock. She said it took about three years to get a good 8 inches of top soil that any organic gardener would be proud of. When I took over care of her garden, due to her increasing infirmity, the soil had been depleted by weed growth and a lack of compost additions for two years. So that first winter, I sheet composted the whole garden. Meaning I covered it over with 2 feet of leaves and other foliage, mixed with chicken manure and let it set. I turned it over twice through the winter and dug it in the first of March. While it still had a ways to go, it was good enough to grow several of her favorites. And she was delighted with the tomatoes I would bring to her when she was in the nursing home for a few months. At that time I asked her why there were so many stones in her garden soil. She said, “You know I used to haul our
creek soil for the beginning garden and later for mixing with leaves in my compost tumbler and three stage composter in the greenhouse. It had a lot of small stones in it.” “Yes Lalla, but my dad always wanted me to pick the stones out of our garden soil.” “Well Jeff, that took time and the stones took up space that I didn’t have to make soil for.” Then she laughed and continued, “And I had always hoped that maybe the stones were providing some trace minerals for the plants that would benefit me when I ate them. Mama would always say, ‘Make do with what you have.’ So I did.” Now let’s get back to suggestions for extended wet weather. Tread lightly in the garden when it’s wet. It possible to damage roots due to soil compaction under these conditions, although raised beds and growing box, never intended to be walked on, quickly solves the problem. After storms, check for damaged leaves and stems and remove promptly. Stake up bent plants. Check for erosion and cover exposed roots with compost or soil. Check for
signs of fungi and bacteria that can lead to disease. Treat promptly. Watch for flooding. All parts of the garden need to drain promptly. Standing water for any length of time can cause root rot. Ditch to get water away. Some weeds pop up quickly in wet weather. Get them while they’re young and get the root, which usually pulls easily in wet soil. Watch for signs of slugs and snails. They can be very destructive. Slime trails are easy to spot at a certain angle because they reflect light. Lalla’s favorite method of fighting back was a half filled tuna can with beer sunk flush with the soil. They crawl in, get drunk and drown. Just kidding, actually they’re after the yeast, so nonalcoholic beer works too. Even something as simple as a board laid in the garden at dusk will have several slugs under it by the next afternoon. Just pluck, smash or snip to dispose of them. Several organic slug baits are available but be careful of some of the more traditional baits as they can poison wildlife and pets. Actually, there are several more options available including a mini electric fence that is powered by a 9 volt battery. If you’re desperate for something to do, plans are available on the internet. Don’t let mosquitoes breed. Most gardens have an assortment of catchwaters, wheelbarrows, water-
May 26, 2020 ing cans, etc. Dump the water so the larva can’t finish their growth cycle. And finally, replenish nutrients. Repeated rains and flooding wash away much needed nutrients that keep your plants flourishing. Compost and organic fertilizers are best. This information
can help you have a more productive garden this year in spite of the present tough environmental conditions. And as of this writing, we have lots of chances for more wet weather in the near future. Hope to see you in a drier garden next month.
This spicebush swallowtail butterfly investigates a geranium in The Voice flower display on (Photo by Jeff Burgess) Main Street in Clinton.
These strawberries, planted in well draining soil, are looking good but too much water can cause, or worsen, a host of problems including root rot, gray mold, leather rot and anthracnose.
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