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Councilman: Pick through garbage A councilman is urging residents to go through curbside trash bags at their homes to see if they can figure out who added to their collection for pick up. Apparently, according to Timothy Barnes, adding bags of trash to others without paying is a common practice. And he wants it to stop. He says those who add to others trash often aren’t the brightest and perhaps left papers with their names on it. Paying customers should turn those names in the the Police Department, Barnes says. They could be cited for theft of services. Also at Jan. 16’s Clinton City Council meeting: - Lori Treat of SNYP Arkansas reported that a long-awaited trust fund for the
Linemen for the the county - The all-hours shifts of a lineman aren't all bad. Sometimes you get a chance to see a beautiful sunrise such as this. (Photo by Joshua Gentry/Petit Jean Electric Facebook)
organization had finally come through and was not providing $3,500 per month to care for the animals. - Fire Chief D.L. Webb said the department had worked two structure fires in the past month. - Police Chief John Willoughby said his department wrote 91 citations and 30 warnings for the month. Zoning official Tim Clark reported that a new storage facility is going in between Simmons Bank and the Donut Palace on Highway 65. It will have 242 units, he said. Clark also said he and City Attorney Chad Brown are working on a new ordinance for the February meeting on cleanSee City Council on page 3
JPs told of need for jail changes Much of the discussion at last week’s Van Buren County Quorum Court meeting centered on what to do about the county jail. Tracy Hazelwood, a member of the Jail Committee, reminded justices of the peace that the jail has been out of compliance for seven years now. She said that basically there are two choices - make jail operations fit the existing structure or build a structure to fit operations. Currently, the
jail is overcrowded and understaffed. It cannot house juveniles, who are sent to Faulkner County at a cost of $95 per day, she said. JP Mary Philips sees building a new jail as a money-making venture. It could house juveniles and more federal and state inmates. “If we don’t do it, somebody else will,” she said. “Where do we come up with the money?” asked JP Dell Holt.
Also at the meeting: - The Road Department’s improvements to area roadways and bridges was tested during the heavy rains earlier this month and mostly did very well, according to County Judge Dale James’ report. - The sheriff’s office had a total of 12,719 contacts with citizens in the past 12 months, said Sheriff Lucas Emberton. “We have a good group of people at the sheriff’s
office,” he said. The grievance hearing for fired dispatcher Jamie Love has been postponed until after the February Quorum Court meeting. - The justices voted to make Philips their delegate to the Association of Arkansas Counties once again. JP Virgil Lemings said it might be good to spread it around and let someone else take the role this time, but no one else stepped up to do it.
County Judge Dale James presents a certificate to Ian Thompson, a student who sat in with the Quorum Court last week.
Shirley Council OKs 2020 budget No raises for 2020, cutting in half the funds for General Supplies and eliminating funds for animal control were the changes made before the Shirley City Council unanimously approved its budget for the year. Van Buren County Animal Control no longer picks up dogs or cats in Shirley, the council was told at its meeting earlier this month. Other adjustments were to the city’s annual clean-up, which has not run as high as it had in the past, and now that the flea market for Save the Bank is gone and the building was going to be added to the Bloomfield/Morgan lease to rent out booth spaces, they can pick up the total electric bill for the downtown buildings. Also under unfinished business was the possibility of a
CPA audit of the city’s records. Mayor Lisa Hackett reported that she had spoken with someone with Legislative Audit in December about calling for an audit. Although there had never been any discrepancies found in any of the city’s Agreed-Upon Procedures Engagements, she stated that the Council had voted to have a full audit done. The representative with the Legislative Audit stated that after the first of the year he would be back in contact to see about scheduling an actual audit. Hackett stated there would be no charge if Legislative Audit did the audit. The mayor said they have been notified that the city’s current insurer, Arkansas Public Entities Risk Management AssociSee Shirley on page 3
Office opens pantry Dodd Family Practice is opening a food pantry in their clinic and are currently seeking donations for non-perishable food items. The need is high and the medical clinic wants to help stop hunger in Van Buren County. Donations of a refrigerator or freezer in good condition are welcome, as well as everything from toiletries to diapers and gift cards and money. Call 501-7452713 or stop by 244 Highway 65 N. Suite 8, Clinton, AR, for more information. The Clinton 7th grade and Junior High teams took on Guy-Perkins last week. More photos, Page 2 (Photo by Robert R. Gaut)
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Clinton vs. Guy-Perkins
Clinton made a clean sweep of the games last week as the 7th-grade and Junior High teams defeated Guy-Perkins. (Photos by Robert R. Gaut)
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See Shirley on page 3 ation, is closing. Coverage would end following the one-month extension January 31, 2020. The council voted to go back to the Property Insurance coverage through the Arkansas Municipal League. Hackett told councilors that the Drasco fire chief had offered to give the city its old tanker truck as they had gotten a new one. She stated that he said it was still a good truck. The answers, please - The Clinton Junior High Quiz Bowl team placed third in the Regional Hackett stated that the Tournament and will now move on to state competition. (Photo from Facebook) Shirley Volunteer Fire Department Chief Mike Worthing stated he would look at the truck, Jan. 25 is this merce can help you, Banquet is set for 6 but with the department month’s day for Park contact Jason at 501- p.m. March 3. The an- probably could not take Fest, the daylong event 745-6500. nual banquet will be a First Baptist Church held in Archey Fork night of dinner, scholarSugar Loaf, 557 Hwy. Park the last Saturday The Abraham Van ship presentations, and See City Council 337, Higden, will be of each month. The Buren Chapter of the the annual street aucon page 3 hosting a Fifth Friday event is open to local Sons of the American tion. Keynote speaker gospel singing at 6 p.m. vendors, fundraisers, Revolution will meet at is scheduled to be DaFriday, Jan. 31. This is and community activity 6 p.m. Feb. 11 at the vid Bazzel. The banquet ing up the city. This ora non-denomination- organizers with free set Western Sizzlin' Steak will be held at the Clin- dinance, he says, will al singing; everyone is up. For more informa- House in Clinton. Mem- ton High School Cafe- “have some teeth,” welcome and may par- tion on this event call bers and guests are en- teria. For more informa- which the current one lacks. ticipate in "special mu- 501-253-1003 couraged to come 30- tion, call 745-6500. Water Department sic" after the congrega45 minutes early to sotional songs. A potluck Clinton Chamber cialize before the start Plans already are Manager Will Hinchey will follow. General meeting is set of the meeting. Mem- underway for the 8th said the water loss for 5:30 p.m. Jan. 30. bers may bring their Annual Hunger Run on last month was 40 perFeb. 1 is First Sat- Patricia Long will ex- spouse. New mem- March 28. The 5K Run/ cent; 63 percent of urday breakfast at the plain how Arkansas ber prospects also are Walk begins at 9 a.m. Scotland cafeteria. Small Business and welcome to attend the The goal of this event Technology Develop- meeting. If you have an is to unite the commuDonations received The Conway Coun- ment Center can assist ancestor who served in nity to raise awareness seling and Wellness you and your business. the military, or in a ci- and funds to support in 2019 for the LexCenter/Clinton holds its ASBTDC is an exten- vilian capacity which the Van Buren Coun- ington Cemetery Fund Smart Recovery meet- sion for the University demonstrated their ty Food Bank. This fun, were from: Janice Henings at 6:30 p.m. every of Arkansas and is de- support of the Revolu- family-friendly event nessee, Peggy Prout, Wednesday. Location signed to assist small tion, and you are inter- encourages participa- Sue Widener, Mike and for the Jan. 8 meeting business owners in the ested in membership, tion from all ages. Visit Elaine Treadaway, Lesis 224 Shakerag Road, state. For more infor- come to the meeting. http://www.clintonhun- lie and Connie Bonds, Clinton. Call Angie at mation on this meetgerrun.com for more Dean Bonds, Betty Ta501-745-8001 for more ing or how the ClinThe Clinton Area information or to regis- bor, Merrell Crumley, Johnnie Nichols, Leinformation. ton Chamber of Com- Chamber of Commerce ter.
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on the expense of the required inspections and upkeep. Hackett suggested the possibility of parking the truck and allowing children to play on it. Councilman Randall Gardner stated that while it sounded like a fun idea, it would open a huge liability for the city with the possibility of injury to the children. Hackett stated that if Worthing decided the Shirley Department did not want the truck, she would pass it on to other area departments. Council members stated that they would like to see some equipment added to the City FUN Park. It was decided to look into applying for another FUN Park grant. that, he said, was because of two leaks in Burnt Ridge. Chemical costs came in at 76 cents/thousand. It likely will rise next month because of all the rain. Hinchey said the rate increase brought in $28,290 more this month. The council also voted to extend Adam McJunkins’ term on the Water Commission. fern and David Hennessee, Trish May, Donald and Joyce Bonds, Margie Barnett, Lillie McKiney, Bill and Jan Brown. Anyone wanting to make a donations may send it to: Lexington Cemetery Fund c/o Sue Widener, 8516 Holly Mountain Road, Clinton, AR 72031.
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Obituaries
Sandra Cossey
kansas, passed away Monday, January 13, 2020. He was born April 30, 1958 in South Haven, Michigan to Ray Eubanks and Bonnie Irene Hargo Eubanks. Kenny was a painter by trade. He enjoyed going to the lake, cookouts and hunting. Left to cherish his memory are his parents, Ray and Nina Eubanks; mother of his children, Stacy Williams; children, Ryan Eubanks, Brittany Eubanks (Brian Collins), Rosco French; siblings, Patty Eubanks Anthony (Bill), Joann Eubanks Spence, Judy Duncan, Karen Bolden; four grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, friends and other family members. Kenny is preceded in death by his mother Bonnie; and siblings, Sandra Madison, Steven Eubanks, Roger Bolden, Dennis Bolden and Steven Bolden. A Celebration of his life was held Saturday, January 18, 2020.
Sandra Diane Cossey, 64, of Bee Branch, Arkansas passed away January 16, 2020. She was born in Malvern, Arkansas on February 14, 1955 to Ronald and Lavada Jordan. She is preceded in death by her parents; son, Scotty Cossey; siblings, Joyce Smothermon, Jonetta Cruseturner, and Stuart Dent. Sandra is survived by her loving husband of 46 years, Dennis Cossey; daughter, Lisa (Michael) Floyd; five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; siblings, John (Cheryl) Dent, Phyliss (Lynn) Johnson, Ronald (Susie) Jordan; and a host of family and friends. Funeral was 2 p.m. Mon- Myrtle Wahl Myrtle Pearl Wahl, 72, day, January 20, 2020 at Bee Branch Baptist Church with of Clinton, passed away burial following at Pine Moun- Wednesday, January 16, 2020. She was born March tain Cemetery. 19, 1947 in North Carolina to the late Roy George Holbrook and Pearl Brooks. Myrtle specialized in hanging drywall for many years. Left to cherish her memory is one lovingly adoptive daughter, Kathy Lacey; brothers, James Holbrook and Larry Holbrook; many nieces, nephews, friends and other family members. Kenny Eubanks Myrtle is preceded in Kenneth “Kenny” Ray death by her parents, and Eubanks, 61, of Clinton, Ar- husband Richard Wahl.
Peggy Doubleday
Peggy D. Doubleday, 71, of Shirley, passed away Sunday, January 12, 2020. She was born in Shenandoah, Iowa, November 2, 1948 to the late Boyd Braymen and Pearl Braymen. Peggy worked as a receptionist with Petit Jean Electric for 31 years. Left to cherish her family is her husband, William Doubleday; children, Rodney Doubleday and wife Jamie, Daron Doubleday and wife Becky; one sister, Betty Rogers; seven grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Peggy is preceded in death by her parents.
Earl Swan
Earl Bee Swan was born on December 24, 1928 in Northeast Arkansas to Earl Brewer and Mary Floys Swan. Earl Bee passed away January 15, 2020. He was preceded in death by his parents; one daughter, Berry Jean Cupp; and one son William Elvis Swan. He is survived and loved by his wife Bonnie Jean Swan; sons Hal, Freddy and Richard; nine grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. A memorial service was held at 3 p.m. January 18, 2020, at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Clinton, Arkansas.
Brenda Blackwell
Brenda Carol Blackwell, 66, of Higden, Arkansas passed from this life on January 11, 2020 at her home. She was born on October 20, 1953 in Memphis, Tennessee to Elizabeth Clifton and the late Emmett Caples. She was a member of the First Baptist Church Sugar Loaf in Higden, Arkansas. Bren enjoyed singing, gardening, and spending time with her animals. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. She is preceded in death by her father. Left to cherish her memory are her beloved husband, Philip; three children, Philip Earl Blackwell Jr., his wife, Isalys, Derek Dalton Blackwell of Conway, Arkansas, and Brittany Carol McDougald and husband Christopher of Alexander, Arkansas; her mother, Elizabeth of College Grove, Tennessee; one grandchild; three sisters, Dana Brock of Franklin, Tennessee, Sherry Baker of College Grove, Tennessee, Wendy Whitley of Memphis; other relatives and many friends. Funeral services were Saturday, January 18, 2020 at First Baptist Church Sugar Loaf with Pastor Danny Brown officiating. Interment was at Shiloh-Crossroads Cemetery in Greer's Ferry, Arkansas.
Doyle Rainwater
E. Doyle Rainwater, 88, of Searcy, passed away January 15, 2020. He was born July 14, 1931 in Choctaw, Arkansas and grew up in Van Buren County, graduated from Clinton High School in 1950. He was a member of The College Church of Christ in Searcy and also Pine View in Clay, Arkansas. He was a mechanic until his retirement then he taught Auto Body Repair at ASU in Searcy. He was preceded in death by his parents, Sherman and Bertha (Yount) Rainwater; daughter, Ella Jean Henson; a great-grandson, Aaron Schooley; and two brothers, Doyne and Glen Rainwater. He is survived by his wife of 67½ years, E. Aunean (Galloway); one daughter, Juanita Wolf (Charlie) of Heber Springs; two sons, Mike Rainwater of Searcy and Ron Rainwater (Wendy) of Searcy; eight grandchildren; and seven great grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild, Olivia; and one brother, Bob Rainwater (Marsha) of Branson, Missouri. Funeral services was 10 a.m. Saturday at College Church of Christ with burial following at Hunter-Hill Cemetery in Clinton.
Religion Young people are important to God Young people are important. Sometimes we forget that. They are little and don’t contribute like adults. They don’t make money or have a job. They are little; but that does not mean they are not important. Humanity couldn’t continue to exist without the little ones. Only two people have ever lived that were not born. Even Jesus was born and grew up as a kid. He could not have accomplished his mighty miracles or suffering for our sins on the cross or his resurrection from the dead had he not once been a child. Young people are our future. Adults, we are creating our own future in raising our kids. But we do need to beware lest we make them too important, lest in your home the tail be-
gins to wag the dog. Our kids should not run our home, determine our schedule, like where we go and when, what we eat, what church we attend, or a thousand other things. They are not so important that they rule the roost. Young people are important … to God. This point is crucial for parents and grandparents to know. And kids must know this. What I mean is, they are important to God for his purposes: to bear his image in a lost world, to make disciples of all nations, to serve him in Christ’s church, to preach the gospel, to become missionaries. God’s cause is not just that they be educated, get a good job, have a nice little family, and retire comfortably so they can go to Florida and collect seashells
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by the sea. They were made for eternity. We need to make sure (as best we can) that they live for eternity and that eternal values are put into them. We know they are important to God because God made each one of them. Young person, God made you. The Bible says you are fearfully and wonderfully made, a workmanship of infinite wisdom who fashioned you with his own fingers and heart. You are not an accident. You were made for a purpose. He formed you in your mother’s womb. This is the crime of abortion on demand. It is the ending of a life God has created. Children are important to God because he is their savior. Jesus continually likened the kingdom of God to lit-
tle children. They were purchased by the royal blood of the Son of God. That makes them important. Very important. Do you realize how important every kid is to God? They need some self-esteem? This is much better than self-esteem; this is God-esteem. Christ-esteem! Are they sinners? Yes, but Christ died for sinners. He loves them even though they are a sinners. All the more reason for a kid to give his young life to Christ. Children are important to God because they can know God. They can talk with him and have a relationship with him. God calls kids. He speaks to young people. Did you know children can have a conversation with God? If they have questions about life, he has those an-
swers. We need to communicate these things to our kids; that they can tell God when they are hurting and hHe will help them. He will speak to them and give wisdom and courage. Young people are important to God because they can be used by God. The Bible is full of this. Samuel knew the Lord and became his prophet while he was still a child. Samuel was an anointer of kings. The greatest king was anointed by Samuel, and this great king was a mere youth when Samuel poured the oil on his head and God put his spirit upon him. David was young. Joseph was a young man, too young to work with his brothers, when God gave him visions and dreams about the his and his family’s future.
Terry Simpson is pastor of Grace Church
I know, God used a lot of old guys in the Bible. Noah was hundreds of years old when he built the ark, Abraham was 100 when he had his promised child, Moses and Joshua were over 80 when they took the Promised Land. But more were young: Samuel, David, Joseph, Daniel (1:3-4), Jeremiah (1:68), the disciples of Jesus were all young when they began to be used by God. Let us not despise the youth. Instead, let’s encourage them. They are loved by God and can know God and be used by God for his eternal purposes.
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I did my calling Sunday but no one had any news that they wanted put in the paper, mostly doctors visits.
James & Joyce Burns Scotland
Feels like winter tonight and I am sitting by the fire. Last Saturday the Scotland Fire Department and the Scotland Community Center had a meeting at the cafeteria. A representative from Survival Flight was there to tell about their program that is replacing Air Evac (they have left our area). They will soon have a station at Fairfield Bay. The Friday night musical at the Senior Center was Jan 17. Next month it will be on Feb. 21. Mark your calendar now. On Jan. 25 there will be a birthday party at the Scotland School Cafeteria to help Avis Jean Black celebrate her 95th birthday. Come help her enjoy her day. Stay warm and dry and enjoy winter. It will soon be gone and time to plant the garden. If you have Scotland News you can call 5923935 and we can get it into the paper.
Shirley
Patsy Ward Formosa
Ruth Webb has been in the hospital this week. Her son, Ronny of Houston came up to stay with her for a while. He got to the hospital in Conway just in time to bring her home. Mary Pennington and I went to Marshall on Thursday. I had to get some papers signed. We had a good visit with Coy Lee and Sue Horton. We also had a good lunch at the Daisy Queen. The bonus was, I got to see Davy Mainord for a few minutes. He was working, so I couldn’t take up too much of his
Shirley High Honor Roll/1st Semester All A’s
Anna Jones Alyssa Torres Katelyn Torres Abigail Hensley Blaise Turner Hogan Little Kadence Watts Adrienne Alters Morgen Burgess Savannah Ryan Sidney Severns McCrae Turner Grayson Berry Steffanie Howard Alexis Mascio Nathaniel Shaw
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Adison Barnett Reid Brafford Alex Gardner Cody Bartholomew Ashley Dowell Isadora Enns Emma Gordon Daisy Norris Tessa Paden
time! Marva and RG Ward got a new heat and air system for their downstairs and had the upstairs repaired. I hope that takes care of it for a while, they have had a lot of trouble with it. Marva had her hair permed on Thursday and is very unhappy with it. Maybe she can get it straightened out. Donna Sherrod went to Highland on Friday to attend the funeral of her sister-inlaw, Olivia Goodman. She was 98 years old. Condolences go out to the family. I wish everyone a good week and blessSenior Centers - Pool tournament winners ings from above. Jan. 13 at the Scotland Senior Center were (left) first place James Foreman and second place Glendale Rogers. (Photo by Doyle Scroggins)
Thelma Murray Wanda and Paul Poynor had lunch at Huddle House Sunday and went to Rose Bud to a flea market where she found some things she didn't have. On Saturday, daughter Carol Willie of Greenbrier visited them. The potluck at the Senior Center on Monday was a success with 30 attending. After this coming Monday we will have our community potluck the second Monday of February. There has been some changes at the Shirley Senior Center, meals will be served the last four days of the week like Fairfield Bay and the menu will be the same as theirs.
Blake Barnett Brannon Blair Hunter Bradford Lucille Daugherty Ashley Milam Hannah Bradford Violet Norris Conner Paden Ariel Privitt Damieon Bess Trista doty Jesse James Dillon Johnson Brannon Littell Ethan Overturff Jonathan Ryan
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Jeff Burgess Crabtree
A slender crescent moon and Jupiter pair Wednesday morning. They’re “Quilting With a Passion” Thursday, 9-11 a.m., at the EHC building in Rupert. Curiosity seekers are welcome. Compliment Day is Friday. In the midst of the hustle and bustle of our lives, it’s easy to take family, friends and co-workers for granted. On this day, give a heartfelt compliment about something someone has done that impressed you. It makes people happy
School menus Clinton Elementary
Jan. 21 - Breakfast: Cereal, toast, jelly, peaches. Lunch: Chicken strips, creamed potatoes, green beans, hot roll, strawberry cup. Jan. 22 - Breakfast: Sausage, egg biscuit, applesauce. Lunch: Spaghetti, bread stick, broccoli, peaches. Jan. 23 - Breakfast: Breakfast pizza, mixed fruit. Lunch: Chili cheese burrito, pinto beans, cinnamon roll, applesauce. Jan. 24 - Break* Perfect attendance for fast: Manager’s spe-
and builds trust. The Lunar New Year begins Saturday. Numerous celebrations will be held worldwide. In China, where it started in 1600 B.C., people get a week of vacation. This begins the Year of the Rat. The Crabtree Senior Potluck and Fun Night is back and scheduled for Friday, the 31st, at the Foursquare Church. Applications for the Iris Derow Scholarship are available to Alread Seniors heading to college. For more info talk to a member of ACRDC or call 745-5430. The approaching garden season fills me will excitement and anticipation. Seeds that can be started indoors now, for transplanting in March, include: carrot, cauliflower, celery, endive, kohlrabi, leek, mustard, onion, pars-
ley, salsify and turnip. The Old Farmer’s Almanac suggests that parsnips, peas, radishes, and turnips can be direct seeded in the garden now. Results will be weather dependent. If you have info about the greater Crabtree and west 16 community, call or text Jeff Burgess, 745-1249.
CLUBS The Idle Hour Bridge Club met at the home of Emma Hink. High - Emma Hink; second - Conie Reamey; traveling - Jo Nell Warren; bingo - Cathy Farnell.
cial. Lunch: Crispito, fast: Cereal, cinnamon toast, applesauce. salad, corn, raisins. Lunch: Hamburger, Clinton Junior & oven fries, fruit.
Senior High
Jan. 21 - Breakfast: Cereal, Graham crackers, fruit. Lunch: Chicken fajita/cheese or soft taco/cheese, refried beans, peppers, cinnamon muffin, fruit cup/fruit. Jan. 22 - Breakfast: Breakfast pizza, peaches. Lunch: Mini corn dogs or chicken nuggets, bread, baked beans, salad, fruit cup/ peaches. Jan. 23 - Breakfast: Chicken and biscuit. Lunch: Pork roast or oven roasted chicken, creamed potatoes/ gravy, green beans, wheat rolls, fruit. Jan. 24 - Break-
Clinton Pre-School
Jan. 21 - Breakfast: Cereal, toast, jelly, peaches. Lunch: Chicken strips, creamed potatoes, hot roll, strawberry cup. Jan. 22 - Breakfast: Sausage, egg biscuit, juice. Lunch: Spaghetti, bread stick, broccoli, peaches. Jan. 23 - Breakfast: Breakfast pizza, mixed fruit. Lunch: Chili cheese burrito, pinto beans, cinnamon roll, applesauce. Jan. 24 - Breakfast: Manager’s special. Lunch: Crispito, salad, corn, raisins.
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Learn to burn at workshops The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission, in cooperation with Quail Forever, the Arkansas Agriculture Department Forestry Division, Natural Resources Conservation Service, local conservation districts and the Arkansas Forestry Association will host special workshops for landowners on how and when to use fire to promote better wildlife habitat on their property. Workshops are scheduled for Ash Flat, Jonesboro and Marshall in the next few weeks. The Ash Flat workshop will be held at 9 a.m., Jan. 22 at Ozarka College, 64 College Drive. Landowners in the Jonesboro area may attend the workshop being held at 9 a.m. Feb. 4 at the Forrest L. Wood Crowley’s Ridge Nature Center at 600 East Lawson Road in Jonesboro. An option for landowners in the central Ozarks is the Feb. 15 workshop in Marshall at the Forestry Division office at 1004 Zack Road in Marshall.
To register, visit http:// learn-to-burn-marshall. eventbrite.com. With recent wildfires in Australia dominating headlines, the use of fire in wildlife management may seem dangerous or extreme, but prescribed fires like those used by conservation professionals for decades can be one of the greatest tools a landowner has to increase valuable wildlife habitat on his or her property. A prescribed fire is planned by land managers to reduce dangerous fuel loads and benefit natural vegetation. Planning includes precise weather parameters to determine a good burn day, preparation of firebreaks and ensuring personnel and equipment are ready to conduct a safe burn. Not only do prescribed fires promote native grasses and wildflowers that produce abundant seeds and cover for wildlife, but it also consumes the dead organic matter that can build on a forest floor to the point that it becomes a hazard. That accumulation
of fuel on the ground actually increases the chances of catastrophic fires like those seen out West and in Australia when an eventual lightning strike or other ignition source sets areas ablaze. Landowners who attend one of these workshops not only will learn the many benefits of using prescribed fire on their property, but how to use it to properly establish high-quality habitat for quail, turkeys, deer and a variety of other wildlife species. During the workshop landowners also will be able to meet with private lands biologists in their area and learn about some of the programs available to assist them in their wildlife management goals. The workshops all will be held in a classroom setting, and lunch will be provided to all attendees who register in advance. Visit www.agfc. com/habitat for more information about the AGFC’s habitat programs for private landowners.
Schools receive grants Arkansas students participating in conservation education programs will have nearly a half a million dollars in support, thanks to the fines collected from poachers and other people who violate hunting and fishing laws in the state. The Arkansas Economic Development Commission Division of Rural Services has awarded $444,230.34 in grants to promote wildlife education and improve school conservation programs to 164 schools, school districts, and conservation districts in 70 Arkansas counties. The grant program is funded by the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission through fines collected from hunting and fishing violations. South Side Elementary School received $2,218. “Many people think fine money goes to the AGFC, but that’s just not the case,” said AGFC Director Pat Fitts. “In fact, that money goes to schools and educators in the exact county where it was collected to help teachers explain the wonders of nature to young Arkansans.” All schools in the state are eligible to participate in the program. Only money collected in the county where the violation occurred may be used in grants for that county. These grants have helped create archery, fishing and competitive shooting sports programs, created and enhanced outdoor classroom opportunities and provided funding for educational materials, lab supplies and field trips to AGFC nature and education centers. Conservation districts also use the funding to help promote wildlife conservation awareness
in the communities by complete list of award hosting environmen- recipients and program tal education days and narratives. fishing derbies for children of all ages. Applications for these grants are each fall, with deadlines for grant proposals usually set at the beginning of October. Visit www.ArkansasEDC.com/Rural-Services for more information on the grants, including a
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Fishing Report North Arkansas
White River
Brennan O'Donohoe went fishing with Jon Conklin, owner of FishOn Guides, and landed one of several good-sized stripers with War Eagle Spoons on Beaver Lake. Stripers were good before last week's storms. Crappie were also hot last week. The water and temperature change has affected the bite this week.
Central Arkansas
Little Red River
(updated 1-152020) Greg Seaton of littleredflyfishingtrips. com (501-690-9166) said Greers Ferry Lake remains 3 feet above normal and the generation is scheduled for two generators running 24/7 starting Wednesday. This will probably continue for two to three days. At this time, it will go back to the two-units-for-12-hours schedule because the White River at Georgetown will be near flood stage. When there is a window to drift-fish ahead of the rising water, sowbugs, micro-jigs and large nymphs will be good fly choices. “It has been a while since we have seen this amount of generation so please exercise caution if you are on the river,” Greg says. “Watch for underwater obstacles as well as docks and tree limbs. Do not approach docks and trees from the upstream side since this amount of current can capsize a boat or other watercraft. Notice: Greg’s free fly-fishing class will again be offered
at First United Methodist Church in Heber Springs for the eight year. The first class will be at 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 20. The class will consist of four consecutive Thursday nights at the same time each Thursday. There is no charge for this class but you need to call and register so we can know how many persons will be attending. This class is for beginners and anyone wishing to expand their knowledge of fly-fishing. Please call 501-690-9166 to register for the class. “If I’m on the river, please leave a message and I will return your call,” Greg says.
Greers Ferry Lake
As of Wednesday, the Army Corps of Engineers reports the lake’s elevation at 465.37 feet msl (normal conservation pool: 462.54 feet msl). (updated 1-152020) Tommy Cauley of Fishfinder Guide Service (501-940-1318) said the water level at Greers Ferry lake is at 465.39 feet msl and going up and down a little with generation each day. It is 3.39 feet above normal pool of 462.04
feet msl for this time of year. Overall the catching is good on all species all over lake and in rivers. Black bass can be caught from super shallow, on top, out to 60 feet using a variety of baits, rattle-style baits, jerkbaits, crankbaits, spinnerbaits or dragging bait. Crappie are coming in from trolling, and fishing straight up and down with minnows, jigs, crankbaits and Road Runners, all in 15-30 feet of water. No report on bream. Walleye are being caught with jigheads tipped with minnows and on crankbaits, jerkbaits or with grubs in a variety of depths fished straight up and down or trolled. As for catfish, there have been no report since the storms. Hybrid and white bass are eating as well on inline spinners, grubs, hair jigs, spoons and topwater baits in depths ranging from 25 feet out to 60 feet. Stay around shad for best catches on any species. Tommy also says, “Do not forget about Little Rock Boat show this weekend.” For more information go to dgattractions.com. He’ll be there.
(updated 1-152020) Cotter Trout Dock (870-435-6525) said Bull Shoals Lake in the north-central Arkansas Ozarks is on the rise after several inches of rain fell last week over the White River watershed. “The White River below Bull Shoals Dam is clear here in the Cotter region with some fluctuation in water level based on releases from the dam while the Corps (of Engineers) works to stabilize lake levels across Arkansas. “Clear, cold water is great for trout fishing, so join us on the river with your arsenal of spinners and Rooster Tails. Under the predicted overcast skies, you'll do well casting bait with yellow bodies, gold or silver blades and black skirts. A bright, shiny hammered spoon (blue/ silver) will attract the rainbows, and the rainbow-colored Buoyants and Cleos will be worth their weight in trout. The brown trout spawn is beginning to thin out, so we're seeing them move downriver to their own neighborhoods, looking for sculpins and minnows. Stay stocked, keep catching, and enjoy the great outdoors in The Natural State.”
Bull Shoals Lake
As of Wednesday, the Army Corps of Engineers reports the lake’s elevation at 665.71 feet msl (normal conservation pool: 659.00 feet msl). (updated 1-152020) Del Colvin at Bull Shoals Lake Boat Dock said surface temperature of the water is 49 degrees and Bull Shoals is again high after the weekend rainfall. As if
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Tuesday morning, the lake had risen 6 feet in two days. Crappie fishing has been good. They’re found in 1525 depth and are biting shad as well as minnows and jigs. Target the brushpiles. Black bass are good. There is a deep bite going on at 20-25 feet. Look around brushy areas. White bass are good, also in the 20-25 feet depth range. Use shad. No reports on catfish or bream. Also, note that Del provides a video regularly on Youtube (Del Colvin/Bull Shoals Lake Boat Dock) in which he talks about various and timely methods to fish the lake, which baits are working best and areas to target.
Norfork Lake
As of Wednesday, the Army Corps of Engineers reports the lake’s elevation at 559.48 feet msl (normal conservation pool: Sept.-April, 552.00 feet msl; AprilSept., 555.75 feet msl). (updated 1-152020) Lou Gabric at Hummingbird Hideaway Resort said Norfork Lake fishing is in its wintertime pattern, but with some twists due to all the drastic weather changes. “I guess this is normal, but when you go from 20 degrees to 60 degrees and then the water level changes 5.8 feet in a day, it tends to confuse the fish, or at least it confuses me.” He adds, “Fishing would not be any fun if it was the same day in day out. With all the changes, it makes for a lot of searching different types of areas to see what the fish have decided to do. I guess it really is not the fish, but what the weather changes have done to the fish’s food source. Typically, as the water
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gets cold, large schools of shad tend to migrate out to deep water in the main lake river channel. This was what was happening over the last couple of weeks. With the rain last weekend, what is typical has changed. The bait has moved out of the main lake deep water. As of this (Tuesday) morning, I found lots of bait half way back in creeks, but still in deeper water.”
Norfork Tailwater
(updated 1-152020) John Berry of Berry Brothers Guide Service in Cotter (870435-2169) said Norfork Lake rose 4.9 feet to rest at 4.9 feet above seasonal power pool of 553.75 feet msl and 21.3 feet below the top of flood pool. The Norfork tailwater had moderate flows and some wadable water. Seasonal power pool has been reset for the lakes in the White River system. Due to significant rainfall last week, there area is now weeks from wadable water. The Norfork tailwater is fishing much better on the low flows. Navigate this stream with caution as there has been major gravel recruitment at the bottom of Mill Pond and the dock hole from flooding over the past two years. The most productive flies have been small midge patterns (sizes 18, 20, 22) like ruby midges, root beer midges, zebra midges (black or red with silver wire and silver bead) and soft hackles (sizes 14, 16) like the Green Butt. Egg patterns have also been productive. Double-fly nymph rigs have been very effective. Try a small ruby midge (size 18) suspended 18 inches below a red fox squirrel and copper.
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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 Maranatha Assembly of God 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 JOHN DAVID PATTERSON, deceased
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PART OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTH EAST QUARTER (PT. NE1/4 SE1/4), SECTION SIX (6), TOWNSHIP TEN (10) NORTH, RANGE THIRTEEN (13) WEST, VAN BUREN COUNTY, ARKANSAS, DESCRIBED AS COMMENCING AT THE NE CORNER OF THE SAID NE1/4 SE1/4, SAID SECTION 6, T-10-N, R-13-W, AND RUN THENCE WEST 425 FEET ALONG AND WITH THE NORTH SIDE OF A COUNTY ROAD, THENCE SOUTH ACROSS SAID COUNTY ROAD, 21 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, SAID POINT BEING IN THE MIDDLE OF A SMALL BRANCH; BEGIN AND RUN THENCE IN A SOUTHERLY DIRECTION ALONG AND WITH SAID BRANCH, 150 FEET TO A POINT, THENCE WEST 282 FEET TO A DRIVEWAY, THENCE NORTH 190 FEET TO A POINT ON THE SOUTH RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF COUNTY ROAD, THENCE EAST 282 FEET ALONG SAID SOUTH RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF COUNTY ROAD TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, CONTAINING 1.10 ACRE, MORE OR LESS. 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. Provided, that claims for injury or death caused by the negligence of the decedent shall be filed within six (6) months from the date of the first publication of the notice, or they shall be forever barred and precluded from any benefit in such estate. THIS NOTICE first published this 14th day of January , 2020. By: /s/ Nathan S. Morgan NATHAN S. MORGAN, Bar #2009269 MORGAN LAW FIRM, P.A. Attorney for Estate 148 Court Street Clinton, AR 72031 (501) 745-4044
Shirley, AR 72153 DATE OF DEATH:
April 30, 2018
Davi Linn was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of the above-named decedent on January 6, 2020. A contest of the probate can be affected only by filing a petition within the time provided by law. All persons having claims against the estate must exhibit them, duly verified, to the undersigned within six (6) months from the date of the first publication of this notice, or they shall be forever barred and precluded from any benefit in the estate. Provided, that claims for injury or death caused by the negligence of the decedent shall be filed within six (6) months from the date of the first publication of the notice, or they shall be forever barred and precluded from any benefit in such estate. THIS NOTICE first published this 21st day of January, 2020. Davi Linn, Personal Representative 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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Sponsored by J.P. Brian Tatum VAN BUREN COUNTY QUORUM COURT ORDINANCE NO. 2020-03 BE IT ENACTED BY THE QUORUM COURT OF THE COUNTY OF VAN BUREN, STATE OF ARKANSAS, AN ORDINANCE TO BE ENTITLED: AN ORDINANCE TO CREATE A DEPUTY SHERIFF POSITION AND TO TRANSFER MONIES WITHIN THE SHERIFF’S BUDGET #1000-400 TO COVER THE SALARY AND BENEFITS. WHEREAS: There is a need for another Deputy within the Sheriff’s department; and WHEREAS: There are monies within the Sheriff’s budget to cover the cost, with no extra cost to the County. NOW THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED BY THE QUORUM COURT OF VAN BUREN COUNTY, ARKANSAS THAT: SECTION 1. A Deputy #9 position is now created at $29,615.04 for the remaining of 2020 ($14.24 per hour/ $1,139.04 per pay) SECTION 2. Monies for the position will be transferred from line #1000-400-4005 Vehicles to the following line items; #1001 Salaries-F/T $29,615.04 #1006 Social Security $2,265.55 #1008 Retirement $4,537.02 #1009 Health Insurance $7,994.40 #1010 Workman’s Comp $506.42 #1011 Unemployment $180.00 #1014 Cobra $7.44 #1016 Life Insurance $72.96 TOTALLING $45,178.83 Approved this 16th day of January 2020 APPROVED: /s/ Dale James Dale James, County Judge
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ATTEST: /s/ Pam Bradford Pam Bradford, County Clerk
ORDINANCE NO. 2020-01 BE IT ENACTED BY THE QUORUM COURT OF THE COUNTY OF VAN BUREN, STATE OF ARKANSAS, AN ORDINANCE TO BE ENTITLED: AN ORDINANCE TO CREATE A CDL DRIVER POSITION IN COUNTY ROADS, TO INCREASE REVENUE AND APPROPRIATE FUNDS INTO THE VAN BUREN COUNTY ROAD DEPATMENT BUDGET FUND 2000. WHEREAS: Carryover for 2020 was higher than anticipated; and WHEREAS: 90% of the total carryover may be appropriated: and WHEREAS: There is a need for another CDL driver position in the Road Department; and WHEREAS: There is a need to appropriate the additional funds. NOW THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED BY THE QUORUM COURT OF VAN BUREN COUNTY, ARKANSAS THAT:
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The position of CDL Driver is hereby authorized at the rate of $11.50 per hour and that the sum of $280,245.00 be appropriated as follows: 2000-0200-1001 Salaries Full-Time $24,800.00 2000-0200-1002 Salaries Part-Time $70,000.00 2000-0200-1006 Social Security Matching $1900.26 2000-0200-1008 Noncontributory Retirement $3805.49 2000-0200-1009 Health Insurance Matching $7994.40 2000-0200-1010 Workmen’s Compensation $400.00 2000-0200-1011 Unemployment Compensation $180.00 2000-0200-1014 Cobra $7.44 2000-0200-1016 Life Insurance $72.96 2000-0200-9999 Transfers Out $171,084.45
Sponsored by J.P. Nicke Brown VAN BUREN COUNTY QUORUM COURT ORDINANCE NO. 2020-02 BE IT ENACTED BY THE QUORUM COURT OF THE COUNTY OF VAN BUREN, STATE OF ARKANSAS, AN ORDINANCE TO BE ENTITLED: AN APPROPRIATION ORDINANCE TO AMEND ORDINANCE NO 2019-55, THE ANNUAL OPERATING BUDGET FOR 2020, TO INCREASE REVENUE AND APPROPRIATE FUNDS INTO THE VAN BUREN COUNTY LIBRARY BUDGET FUND WHEREAS: Carryover for 2020 was higher than anticipated; and WHEREAS: There is a need to appropriate the additional funds. NOW THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED BY THE QUORUM COURT OF VAN BUREN COUNTY, ARKANSAS THAT: The sum of $25,550.35 be appropriated into line item# 3008-0600-5800 Debt Principal. Approved this 16th day of January 2020
Approved this 16th day of January 2020
APPROVED: /s/ Dale James Dale James, County Judge
APPROVED: /s/ Dale James Dale James, County Judge
ATTEST: /s/ Pam Bradford Pam Bradford, County Clerk
ATTEST: /s/ Pam Bradford Pam Bradford, County Clerk
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Setting sun - When the recent rains passed they created this beautiful sunset in the north part of the county.
January 21, 2020
(Photo by Jeff Burgess)
Gardeners searching for well-kept lawns The Van Buren County Master Gardeners has started a new program where they notice yards that are well cared for in Van Buren County. The first honorees were Ron and Linda Reynolds of Fairfield Bay. Their yard has a great balance between lawn and shrubbery. There is color in the yard borders and islands, with forsythia, reblooming azaleas, Oakleaf Hydrangeas and a sprinkling of annuals to fill the gaps spring thru fall. They have a secluded fire
pit inside a nicely landscaped circular berm. It had lots of color and attraction even in the middle of winter. The second recipient was Nellie McEntire from Clinton. Her yard had a well-manicured lawn, and a garden that was like walking in the park. She has plenty of winter attraction with lots of rhododendrons, azaleas, camellias, and heliotrope. Some of the things were blooming or about to bloom. Her daffodils were popping up everywhere. It was enough to cause some
spring fever. The Master Gardeners are looking for nominations. If you have a beautiful yard, or you know some-
Purple sunrise - A recent sunrise in north Van Buren County.
(Photo by Robert R. Gaut)
one who is worthy to be recognized, contact Bertha Christensen at birdies_nest2004@yaReflections - Trigger's image is reflected in a hoo.com. pond. (Photo by Robert R. Gaut)
Up a tree - Robert Gaut's pack of mutts trees a squirrel.