The Voice of VBC November 1, 2016 by The Voice of Van Buren County

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'Bridge Brigade' gets lake project finished Story & photos from Arkansas Fish & Game

The Corps of Engineers and Game and Fish work on enhancing the lake for fish last month.

Accused killer with county ties caught Some people in Van Buren County were on edge last week after the sheriff said an accused killer might be heading this way. Daniel Campbell, accused of killing one man and severely wounding another in Texas County, Missouri, Tuesday, Oct. 25, was sought in both Missouri and Arkansas. Campbell's family told authorities he might be heading for Arkansas. They said he had a “score to settle” with someone in Van Buren County, Sheriff Scott Bradley told a Little Rock TV station.

Notes Concert set

The Van Buren County Community Band and the choirs of Clinton High School, directed by Dell Holt and Suzanne McMurry, will perform at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 7, 2016, at the Clinton High School auditorium. There will be a special presentation for veterans Quilts of Honor by the Van Buren County Piecemakers Quiltmakers Guild.

Scam reported

Marion Smith of Choctaw called The

Bradley set up patrols across the county and posted notices on the sheriff’s office website and social media. For two days, authorities searched for a black Ford Ranger on a lift kit with green detailing. Campbell allegedly stole it from one of his victims. Then Thursday, someone reported that they thought they spotted Campbell in northern Arkansas. Bradley said his office was working to keep the person who had been threatened safe. See Caught on page 10

Voice last week to tell us about an attempt to bilk her out of money. She said a caller identifying himself as a representative of Publishers Clearinghouse said she had won a Mercedes convertible and $3.5 million. All she had to do, he said, was wire money to pay the taxes on the car, which would then be delivered to her. Not fooled for a minute, Marion told the caller to hold the taxes out of her $3.5 million winnings and send the car and the rest of the money to her. She was told that because of IRS

A fleet of habitat barges and support boats led a cooperative effort between the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission and the Army Corps of Engineers to place a literal "ton" of new habitat in Greers Ferry Lake earlier this month. Five of the AGFC's habitat barges, one habitat barge from the Corps, backhoes, skidders, excavators and support boats all converged on Choctaw Recreation Area to create and place extra-large brush piles in the west end of the lake. The brush piles were constructed of large cedars removed from the campground at Choctaw as part of a wildlife enhancement project. In all, 300 cedars were removed, bundled and placed in key points of the lake to serve as fish attractors and

Something in the air

See Enhance on page 19

Cuts loom at animal shelter

Fall advances along the banks of Archey Fork at Bluffton Preserve last week. The weather lately has not been very fall-like with temperatures reaching into the mid-80s over the weekend and Monday, but as November begins, cool weather is not far off. (Photo by Jeff Burgess)

rules, it could not be done that way. After several more minutes of discussion, Marion told the caller her husband worked for the IRS and she knew better than what was being said, at which point the caller cursed her and hung up. Marion called the Arkansas Attorney General’s office with the story and said they were happy to hear from her because she had gotten more details than usual in a scam report. She was told the call originated in Jamaica. Marion didn’t fall for the caller’s lies but it’s a

aquatic habitat. "We were able to enhance 18 sites," said Tom Bly, AGFC fisheries supervisor in Mayflower. "Six were existing fish attractors that were freshened up, but 12 were entirely new places where we sank these large piles of cedars. All were within 3 miles of Choctaw Recreation Area." Most brush piles were placed in 20 to 25 feet of water, where they can be the most benefit to fish and anglers on a year-round basis. While the attractors make it easier for anglers to locate fish, they're also important additions to the lake for fish. "Any fish that relates to natural shoreline cover can use these attractors," Bly said. The structures will be coated with algae, which attracts small insects and

Van Buren County is taking a hard look at the animal control facility, apparently eyeing major cuts in its 2017 budget or even shutting it down. If the facility closes, Justice of the Peace Dale James places the blame squarely on the shoulders of the Clinton City Council, saying it refuses to pay its share. Under the original 2003 agreement when the shelter was opened, the city of Clinton and the county each paid equal amounts of the See Budget on page 10

good reminder that you should never give out personal information or send money to anyone you don’t know. Report all suspected scams to the Attorney General’s office at (800) 4828985.

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Go vote! Early voting continues through Monday, Nov. 7. The General Election is Nov. 8, at which time you will need to go to your polling place to cast your vote. Either way, don’t neglect your civic duty. See more about early voting on Page 5.

Won’t you come in -- This young visitor to the Haunted House in Choctaw seems to be rethinking his decision to enter. The scares were put on by the Van Buren County Rescue Squad and friends. More photos, Page 15. (Photo by Joel French/for The Voice)

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Pumpkin picking -- The Clinton elementary kindergarten classes went on a field trip to Schaefer's Pumpkin Patch in Mayflower. They got to go on a hayride, pick a pumpkin and cut a sunflower. (Photo by Cindy Bradley)

Red Ribbon week -- Clinton Mayor Richard McCormac speaks at last Monday’s Red Ribbon Week kick-off at South Side School in Bee Branch. Several elected officials spoke, urging students to stay drug-free.

Free candy and fun -- Bee Branch Baptist Church held its annual Trunk-Or-Treat Wednesday night. The church also served a meal before the trick-or-treating began. The turnout was very good.

The Bee Branch Volunteer Fire Department was on hand to pass out candy at the church Wednesday. (Photos by Joel French/for the Voice)

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2016 was busy, successful year for Alread Awesome pets available By Burtie Harder

ACCDA (Alread Community Development Corporation) is proud of the Alread community’s fall accomplishments and plans. We are also excited as we look forward to plans ACCDA and Alread are making for the New Year. ACCDA’s year begins in August with the annual members meeting, which was held this year on August 15. The board was able to report on several successes since a year ago August. The biggest was the resolution of disputes that had weighed down Alread for the lasts couple of years and a new era of cooperation in the community. Along with the other three Alread non-profit organizations, two candidate forums have now been held and the second and now the third Alread Com-

munity blood drive were successful. We are proud that we hosted a health fair and facilitate CPR/ 1st Aid classes, assist the community fireworks on Alread’s Independence Day celebration and are active in Alread Alumni events. We also have hosted breakfast and dinners allowing the community to spend the social time together so necessary to keep us a community. We encourage anyone that would like to attend our dinners to come and have not been charging for these events but rather we have been accepting donations so that all can participate. At the annual ACCDA meeting the members discussed what they would like to see in Alread in the coming year and the ACCDA board is happy to say we are working on these requests.

Skeeter’s Mailbag

Dear Skeeter, My 12-year-old collie, Jude, died last spring, and I just can’t seem to get over his death. Every time I look at his photograph or think about him for very long, I begin to cry. I can’t really talk about this to anyone because even though they may be sympa-

During this year we intend to remove the buildings that are a hazard and/or so old as to be unusable. This will open up the campus and allow work to proceed on the historical designation and restoration of old main. The dedication of this much-treasured building was in 1929. We intend to continue pursuit of the Trail for Life Grant and the opening of the campus to more community activity. One of the most importation items to the members was that ACCDA organize an intra-organizational meeting to facilitate better communication and cooperation between the four community organizations. As a community we all aim to keep Alread a strong community and want to plan just for fun opportunities as part of that vitality. As we near the end of this calendar year

ACCDA would like to remind the community that recycling will take place as scheduled, the second Saturday of the month, November 12 and December 10, 8-10 a.m. behind the Alread Cafeteria. We will also be having our regularly scheduled board meetings the first Monday of each month, November 7 and December 5, at 4:30 in the Alread Office. Meetings are open to all but if you want to be on the agenda you must notify the president ahead of time. ACCDA’s board is President Joyce Watson, Vice President Genell Brown, Secretary Burtie Harder, Treasurer Terri Mosley, Terri Watson, Brenda McElfish and Judy Mays. The board is wishing to hear suggestions from the community on ways to strengthen and improve Alread.

thetic, I know they are thinking he was just a dog. But he was so much more to me. He was my constant companion, my family, my friend. Do you have any suggestions to help me stop feeling so sad about this loss? Sign me, Martha in mourning

will come when your memories of Jude will make your heart happy again. Though your friend can never be replaced, you might even decide to get another pet someday. You will know it when the time comes. In the meantime, take care of yourself -- eat, sleep, exercise, and if you need professional help to deal with your loss, seek it out. Love, Skeeter

Dear Martha, It’s not at all unusual to grieve the loss of a pet. Dogs are wonderful, loyal creatures who love unconditionally, and there is no set amount of time for “normal” mourning. There is nothing wrong with being sad, but know that the day

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These female mixed breed dogs are two of many in need of permanent homes at the Van Buren County Animal shelter. Adoption fees are very inexpensive, only $25, which includes neutering or spaying and shots. Call 745-2121 for more information.

Send your e-mails to Skeeter in care of voiceeditor@artelco. com, or send your letters to Skeeter’s Mailbag, P.O. Box 1396, Clinton, AR 72031.

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Obituaries Louise Beems

Louise Christine Beems, 67, of Shirley, passed away October 27, 2016. She was born March 2, 1949, in Dearborn, Michigan. Louise spent her career in marketing. She was a very spiritual person and enjoyed journalism. Left to cherish her memory are her children Patrishia Whitehouse and partner Greg Barker of Florida, Adam Weiss, Shalom Weiss, Joshua Weiss and Shawn Weiss, all of Arkansas; as well as other family and friends. Memorial services were Sunday, October 30, 2016, at 2 p.m. in the Community Room of Pettit Jean Electric with Sister Shelia Gardner officiating. Arrangements entrusted to Clinton Funeral Service. To sign Louise's Book of Memories, go to www.clintonfuneralservice.com.

Dorothy Flowers

Dorothy Lee Carr Flowers, age 84, of Center Ridge, Arkansas, passed away at her home on Thursday, October 27, 2016. She was born April 25, 1932, in Center Ridge, Arkansas, a daughter of the late Mabel Scroggins Carr and Jude Carr and Lilly Anderson Carr. She is survived by her daughters, Brenda Hooten of Morrilton, Linda Allen and husband Terry of Center Ridge; sons, Wayne Flowers and wife Joclynn of Center Ridge, Michael Flowers and wife Mary of Formosa, Doyne Flowers and wife Victoria of Plumerville; sister, Leta Stroud and husband Warren of Conway; 11 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by four brothers, J.M., Alton, Landon and Bob Carr. She will be remembered by friends and family for her deep Christian faith, love of her family, and her excellent cooking. Visitation was

Friday, October 28, 2016, at Bob Neal and Sons Funeral Home Chapel, Morrilton. Services were 10 a.m. Saturday, October 29, 2016. Interment was in Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Center Ridge.

Dorothy Franklin

Dorothy Mae Stracner Franklin, of Morrilton was born June 19, 1929, in Scotland, Arkansas, a daughter of George Stracner and Della Summers Stracner. Mrs. Franklin left this earthly life and entered into Heaven on Saturday, October 22, 2016, at the age of 87. Dorothy was a member of First Assembly of God Church in Morrilton. She loved to crochet and work in her flowers or her garden. She loved most all of spending time with her family and friends. They were the true light of her world. Mrs. Franklin is preceded in death by her parents; husband Jimmie Franklin; one brother; and one sister. She is survived by her son, Garry Franklin and wife Paula of Bella Vista; daughter Regina Erwin of Morrilton; three brothers, Burvil Stracner of Horseshoe Bend, Arkansas, Dale Stracner of Cleveland, Lewis Stracner of Morrilton; sister Juanita Rankin of Morrilton; four grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews and other family and friends. Funeral service was 2 p.m. Tuesday, October 25, at Bob Neal and Sons Funeral Home Chapel, Morrilton. Interment was in Robertstown Cemetery near Jerusalem.

Dakota Holt

Dakota Cheyenne Holt, 18, of Quitman, Arkansas, passed away October 25, 2016, in Little Rock, Arkansas. He was born December 18, 1997, in Gravette, Arkansas, to Paul Michael and Galia Rachelle Weaver Holt. Dakota was a bull rider and a devoted Christian. He won two National Bull Rider Novice Titles and National Champ Pro Division NCBR and fourth in the standings with the NFPB Division and many other buckles and championships. Dakota was also an avid fisherman and hunter. Left to cherish his memory are his parents; brother James Holt of Quitman and sister Abigail Holt of Quitman. Dakota is also survived by grandparents Jim and Shelia Weaver of Quitman, Jim and Connie Holt of Guy and great-grandparents Galia and Charlie Lewis, as well as numerous other family, friends and relatives. Visitation was Saturday, October 29, 2016, in the Quitman Bulldog Complex (Gym). Services followed at 2 p.m. with Stan Reynolds officiating. Burial was in Fairbanks Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Clinton Funeral Service. To sign Dakota's Book of Memories, go to www.clintonfuneralservice.com.

Pearl Halsey

Pearl Halsey, 92, passed away on Oc-

tober 25, 2016. Pearl was born March 28, 1924, in Damascus, Arkansas, to John Oliver and Lucy Hall Dixon. She was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Oran Halsey, her son Joe Oran Halsey, her parents, and seven siblings, Floy Glover, Lema Bradshaw, Winnie Goodnight, Joe Dixon, Quinton Dixon, Jean Martin, and Vernon Dixon. She is survived by her two daughters, Pat Torian and husband Frank, Pam Day and husband Jim, all of Greenbrier; three granddaughters; three great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Pearl grew up in Guy, Arkansas, and attended Guy-Perkins High School, where she enjoyed and excelled playing basketball. She and her husband moved to Greenbrier in the early ‘60s and there she was an active member of Greenbrier First United Methodist Church. She and her husband donated the site on which the new Greenbrier First United Methodist Church was built. Pearl volunteered as a 4-H Club leader. She received the Woman of the Year Award from the Arkansas Feoderation of Business and Professional Wmen’s Club, Conway chapter and the Circle of Roses Award from Arkansas Federation of Garden Clubs, Town and Country Garden Club of Conway. She loved gardening, and took great pride in having a beautiful yard. She was employed at Lefler’s Fashion Shop for over 20 years. Her greatest joy and accomplishment was being a homemaker, mother, grandmother, and sibling. She kept her family close in her heart, always con-

November 1, 2016 sidering their needs before her own. Visitation was Saturday, October 29, at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Greenbrier. Services were at First United Methodist Church of Greenbrier on Sunday, October 30, st 2 p.m. Burial was at Crestlawn Cemetery in Conway.

Mary Shock

Mary Ann Shock, 76, of Enola, went to be with her Heavenly Father October 26, 2016. She was born January 9, 1940, in Enola to Vermon and Lorene Joslin Shock. Mary was a lifelong member of the Church of Christ in Enola, and a current member of North County Church of Christ in Escondido, California. She loved spending time with her family especially her grandchildren

and great-grandchildren, and she was lovingly known by many others as Grandma. Mary is survived by her children: Dennis (Darlene) Mitchell of Crossville, Tennessee, Susie (Jimmy) Sorrows of Sherwood, Arkansas, Karen Mitchell of Enola, Arkansas, Connie (Paul) Smith of Damascus, Arkansas, Harold ''Drew'' (Christina) Breeden of Winchester, California; 13 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and brother Ronnie (Barbara) Shock of Greenbrier, Arkansas. She is preceded in death by her parents, and three brothers, Jimmy, Bobby and Sammy Shock. Visitation was Sunday, October 30, 2016, at Roller McNutt Funeral Home in Conway. Funeral service was 11 a.m. Monday, October 31, 2016, at the Church of Christ in Enola with burial following at Marcus Hill Cemetery in Enola.

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The Van Buren County Clerk's Voter Registration early voting crew includes (from left) Shelia Bonds, Amanda Mitchell, Vicki Jones, Linda Welborn and Wanda Owens.

Early voting keeps crew busy Early voters have kept the crew at the Van Buren County Voters Registration office busy this past week. Early voting began on Monday, October 24, and runs through Monday,

November 7, at the Courthouse Annex. Hours are Monday-Friday 8 a.m. -6 p.m. Friday, November 4, early voting hours will be 8 a.m.5 p.m.) Saturdays hours are 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

2016 MISS CLINTON HIGH PAGEANT The Miss Clinton Pageant will be held on Saturday, November 5th, at the Clinton High School Auditorium. You can register and practice on Saturday, from 10:00- 12:00 in the auditorium. You may obtain an entry form by contacting Robin Huggins via email hugginsr@clinton.k12.ar.us or text 501-253-4374. You may also mail your entry form with payment of $25.00 to: Robin Huggins PO Box 1891,Clinton, AR 72031. Pageant check-in will start at 4:30 pm. in the lobby and the pageant will begin at 6:00. Pageant dress is required and must be age appropriate. The contestants will be judged on beauty only. Contestants must be residents of the city of Clinton and/or attend Clinton Schools. General admission cost will be $3 for adults, $1 for students and children under 5 are free. One adult will be admitted free with each contestant. All proceeds of the pageant will go to support the Clinton School Cheerleading Program. We look forward to seeing you at the pageant. Age divisions: Tiny Miss Clinton Toddler Miss Clinton Little Miss Clinton Petite Miss Clinton Young Miss Clinton Pre-Teen Miss Clinton Jr. Miss Clinton Miss Clinton

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Contestants in Jr. Miss and Miss Clinton must have never married, not pregnant or have a child.

On November 8, Election Day, voting will be at your designated Polling Site. To view your ballot, visit www.voterview.ar-nova.org also www.enjoyvbc. com click on Departments, County

Clerk, Voter Registration. As of mid-morning Friday, October 28, the early voting count was 1,463, an average of more than 300 a day.

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A lot of people give up on their diet or exercise program because they want immediate results. They get discouraged when they don’t see results immediately. But you won’t get immediate results. Remember that after 4 weeks you’ll start feeling some results. After 8 weeks others will start noticing results and after 12 weeks the rest of the world will start noticing. And that’s pretty true — it might take months before you start to see the results you want -- but in the meantime, you have to

look for other things to keep you going. Those shorter-term rewards could be simple things like the great feeling you get after a workout, more energy or more confidence. That helps me stay motivated. Or you could give yourself a treat for little milestones (something healthy, preferably)! But whatever you do, don't quit!

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State runners-up The Clinton boys golf team finished their season as Class 3A State Runner-up on October 3 at Mountain Ranch Golf Course in Fairfield Bay. The team consisted of David Beavers-All State (bottom right), Ty Johnson-All State (bottom left), Bryce Dodd (top left) and Kragen Bradley (top right), Johnson was runner-up medalist. The team was coached by Ricky Cooper.

Clinton Cardinals baseball By Dr. Jose Abiseid

The Clinton Cardinals ended the 2016 Semi-Pro Baseball season with a win against Santa Fe at Maumelle High School. Nathan “Steady” Smith had the pitching honors and threw a shut-out 6-0. For the Cardinals, Rico “The Rocket” Edmonson had a home run in the 4th inning with one on. Trey “The Hurricane” Austin went 2 for 3 with 2 doubles, Smith

went 1 for 3 and Jose Abiseid went 1 for 2. A very sad note to report, J.D Turner from England All Starts called and informed us that longtime coach of the Pine Bluff Braves, Winfrey Smith, was killed in an automobile accident. This is awful news for the baseball world. We have played Pine Bluff Braves yearly for many years. He will be sorely missed.

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School Menus Oct. 31 - Nov. 4 Clinton Elementary

Monday – Breakfast: Cereal, toast, jelly, applesauce. Lunch: Chicken nuggets, coleslaw, baked beans, side kick slush. Tuesday – Breakfast: Breakfast pizza, peaches. Chili mac, seasoned carrots, green peas, Italian bread, pears. Wednesday – Breakfast: Cereal, string cheese, orange. Lunch: Baked ham, creamed potatoes, green beans, roll, orange. Thursday – Breakfast: Breakfast burrito, pear. Lunch: Chicken wrap, black-eyed peas, juice. Friday – Breakfast: Cereal, cinnamon toast, fruit cocktail. Lunch: Max sticks, corn, broccoli spears, applesauce.

Clinton Junior & Senior High

Monday – Breakfast: Cereal, doughnut, applesauce. Lunch: Chicken strips and bread stick or corn dog, veggies with dip, baked beans, pears/smoothie. Tuesday – Breakfast: Breakfast pizza, peaches or Grab & Go – PB&J, fresh fruit. Lunch: Nacho salad or chicken fajita flat bread melt, black beans, cinnamon roll, juice/ applesauce. Wednesday – Breakfast: Egg and cheese wrap, pears. Lunch: Salisbury steak or baked ham, creamed potatoes, salad, green beans, rolls, mixed fruit. Thursday – Breakfast: Pancakes, sausage, blueberries or Grab & Go – Cream cheese bagel, cheese stick, fresh fruit. Lunch: Pizza quesadilla or chicken parmesan, salad, corn, fresh fruit. Friday – Breakfast: Cereal, graham crackers, pineapple. Lunch: Turkey and cheese on flat bread or hamburger, potato wedges, peaches.

Shirley Schools

Monday – Breakfast: Burrito, hash brown triangle, juice, fruit. Lunch: Chicken nggets, mashed potatoes, mixed veggies, pears/ Jell-O, roll, cookie. Tuesday – Breakfast: Biscuit and gravy or biscuit and cereal, jelly, fruit. Lunch: Super nacho grande, cheese dip, broccoli/cranberry salad, blue raspberry sorbet. Wednesday – Breakfast: Chocolate chip muffin, cheese stick, fruit. Lunch: Chicken and noodles, peas and carrots, salad, fruit, corn muffins. Thursday – Breakfast: Oatmeal or cold cereal, toast, jelly, fruit. Lunch: Baked ham, mashed potatoes, green beans, baby carrots and dip, fruit, roll. Friday – Breakfast: Ham and cheese omelet, biscuit, fruit. Lunch: Smoked turkey and cheese on bun, spicy fries, baked beans, fruit, chocolate chip cookie.

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My name is Amanda Berger. My husband James and I have been married for seven years. We have two young sons Shane and Hunter. My family and I attend Grace Church in Choctaw. I am excited about this opportunity to serve my community. Please be in prayer for Sharon Prout. She is scheduled to have surgery on her neck November 23. Congratulations to Danny Holley for getting an 8-point buck. Also to James Thomas for getting a 7-point buck. A reminder, the Highway 110 Fire Department holds a meeting that is open to all on the first Thursday of every month at the Fire Station at 7 p.m. The next one will be on November 3 at 7 p.m. in the new meeting room at the fire station. All are encouraged to attend. Early voting started on Monday, October 24th. You can vote at the Annex building in town through November 7.

My family and I enjoyed a night of fellowship and scary hayrides at the Collins’ Lodge with our church. Thank you Donnie Collins for a wonderful weekend. If you have news to share contact me at: (501) 253-6383 or amanda_holley18@ yahoo.com. Verse of the week: “Pleasant words are like a honeycomb, sweetness to the soul and health to the bones.” – Proverbs 16:24 NKJV

Still growing – Patsy Ward harvested green beans and radishes from her winter garden in Formosa. 50 kids as well as lots of adults to attend. We will let you know all about it next week. Now is time to remind everyone that our First Saturday Breakfast will be on November 5 and we look forward to seeing you there. Be careful, watch for the trick-or-treaters and have lots of fun. If you have Scotland News call James Burns at 592-3935 and he will see that it gets in the paper.

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This is Friday and we are busy getting ready for our Chili Potluck and getting the Hayride organized. This is an annual event, free of charge, and we always do it Thelma Murray on the Saturday closest to Halloween. Shirley We always have a Friday, Gary and good time and lot of Eva Jo Mackey and support. The Scotland daughter Gracie and Community Corpora- son Garon of Mount tion has been doing Pleasant, Mississipthis every since Clin- pi, visited Joan Allen, ton gave the Scotland Gary’s grandmother. School grounds back They had spent a to be used by the week in Branson. community. We thank Lottie Carroll had them every time we 32 family members use the school com- at a family reunion at plex. her house Friday and Saturday. Attending There is going to were Ted and Brenda be a Trunk or Treat in Welchel of Blanchard, downtown Scotland Oklahoma, her sison Monday night, Hal- ter Sharon Garrett of loween, and we are Blanchard, her brothexpecting more than er J.H. and Naioma

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of Oklahoma City, Jim and Diane Carroll of Greenbrier, Blake McNally and Tanner Carroll of Greenbrier. The rest of the family lives locally. Sunday afternoon, Melisha Rodgers of Mountain View visited her dad, Bill Rolen. On Oct. 18, Bill Rolen celebrated his 83rd birthday by going fishing with his son, up the river from Shirley. Mack Litaker spent last week in Colorado. He came back happy and healthy but still didn’t get an elk. Jimmy and Thelma Murray are proud great-grandparents of Kaelyx Lane Murray. He was born Oct. 24 to Corey and Desiree Murray of Greenbrier. Grandparents are Stanley Lane and Pam Murray. Visiting Tommy Beckham this week are his cousins Charles Bell of Riverside, California, an Billy Bell of Arizona. Visiting Betty Jo Williams over the weekend and attending church with her Sunday were her cousins Wilma Jean Hunt of McRae and Beatrice Green of Mena. Cameron Murray visited his grandparents, Jimmy and Thelma Murray, Thursday. See Neighbors on page 7

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Christmas parade set

Grand opening – Ivy Lane gift and home and Studio 501 Salon celebrated their grand opening Oct. 27 at their location on Highway 65 South in Clinton. Neighbors from page 6

Jeff Burgess Crabtree

They're exercising Thursday, 9 to 11 a.m. at the EHC building in Alread. While

that evening at 7 p.m. the monthly Alread Fire Department meeting will be held. ACCDA board meeting is Monday. And the EHC meets Wednesday, Nov.9 at 1:30 p.m. Mark your calendars for the big one Tuesday, November 8, for the Nonpartisan General Election, 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Voting site in the Crabtree area is in the Foursquare Church basement and further west on 16 it's the Alread EH Club building. Many interesting races and ballot initiatives to vote on.

I discovered one more well-hidden green pepper in my garden yesterday. It wasn't as big as some previous but it gave that satisfying "thunk" of a sound when tapped that signifies a perfectly ripe pepper. Being able to raise fresh natural wholesome vegetables for myself and others is richly rewarding. I am blessed. If you have info about the greater Crabtree and 16 West community call or text Jeff Burgess, 7451249.

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Santa’s back and will be at Clinton City Park on Main Street at noon Nov. 26. Santa will be handing out toys to children who need them during the parade. Event sponsors are the Clinton Chamber of Commerce and the Van Buren County Clerk’s Office. Drop off food and toys at the chamber office in downtown Clinton, the Clerk’s office at the Courthouse Annex or Dr. Ralph Tester’s office on Highway 65B in Clinton. For more information call the chamber at 745-6500 or Robert Gaut at 745-2977. na for dinner after the party. Marva and RG went to Branson on Wednesday to see the Gene Watson Show. They said he is still a great singer and they really enjoyed the show. Marva went to the doctor for tests and is now waiting for results. Sindee and David Morse took their kids and grandkids to the Pumpkin Patch and then on to Little to the State Fair. Guess that’s about it for this week. If anyone has news, please call me; 745-5922. Have a great week and God bless.

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Several from the Clinton Center took a trip to Ferguson’s last week. They also drove down to Gilbert and were surprised to see several elk. Another trip is planned to Damascus Mexican Café for November 4. Opal Aldridge from Shirley is at the Indian Rock Village Nursing Center at Fairfield Bay. She loves to visit so stop by to see her sometime. Saturday, November 5, is the annual Holiday Craft and Gift Extravaganza at the Shirley Community Center, starting at 8 a.m. Good place to do your Christmas shopping. Billy Rogers told me the Damascus Center serves around 25-30 meals every Tuesday and Thursday. The meals are prepared in the Clinton kitchen. Anna Payne delivers them. They also have several activities there for all to enjoy. Way to go folks. We are proud of you. Don’t forget the VBC Holiday Boutique fundraiser at the Clinton Center on November 12, 8:30 a.m.4 p.m. Tables are still available.

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Football Fever Clinton Yellow Jackets 2016

Jackets roll to easy win

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The 13th ranked Clinton Yellow Jackets had an easy night Friday at Jim Tumlison Field, defeating the Yellville-Summit Panthers 38-0. Clinton’s record improved to 7-2 on the season. The Panthers are winless. It was perfect weather for Senior Night in Clinton, and several seniors had great games for their final home performance of the regular season. Chase Cooley was the first Jacket to cross the goal line. Jake Ferrell added two touchdowns. Wyatt McCoy scored a touchdown and Johnathan Ochoa was perfect in point after kicks and also kicked a field goal, the team's first since 2014. The only Jacket to score who was not a senior was Bryce Brawner, whose touchdown was Clinton’s third of the night. Senior quarterback Kort Weaver was 3 of 4 in the air with 118 yards passing. It was another outstanding performance by senior defensive linebacker Danny Bittle who ended the night with 13 tackles, five

The Yellow Jackets line up for Senior Night at Jim Tumlison Field on Friday. half and the game ended 38-0. The Yellow Jackets’ next challenge is a road game next week to the division’s top rated team, the undefeated Mountain View Yellow Jackets. Game time is 7 p.m. The game’s outcome will be the decisive factor in whether Clinton has a firstround home game in the playoffs or if they have to travel.

of them solo, and one and a half sacks. Caleb Bowman had nine tackles while Charleston Sowell had seven, Sky Davidson had five and McCoy had four. Brad Amos, Gunnar Ward and Nate Lonnon each had three tackles. With the half-time score 350, the sportsmanship rule kicked in and the clock didn’t stop in the second half. Ochoa's field goal was the only score of the second

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Clinton Football Stats by Player Offense Passing #

Athlete Name

Att

Yds

Avg

Y/G

C/G

TD/G

Int

Lng

QB Rate

K. Weaver (Sr)

800

.607

21.6

88.9

4.1

0.7

97.9

D. Hoyle (Sr)

1.000

25.0

3.1

0.1

177.1

Season Totals

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21.7

91.7

4.2

0.8

103.3

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Football Fever Clinton Yellow Jackets 2016 Clinton Football Stats by Player Rushing #

Athlete Name

Car

Yds

Avg

Y/G

Lng

100+

B. Amos (Sr)

9.5

4.8

D. Russell (So)

7.9

12.6

N. Lonnon (Jr)

4.4

6.3

K. Weaver (Sr)

227

4.5

25.2

D. Hoyle (Sr)

220

4.9

27.5

W. McCoy (Sr)

421

5.3

46.8

D. Spillane (So)

7.0

3.5

N. Ross (So)

J. Ferrell (Sr)

B. Brawner (So)

C. Sowell (Jr)

126

10.5

15.8

C. Bowman (So)

4.1

5.4

S. Davidson (So)

315

5.5

35.0

C. Cooley (Sr)

171

8.1

19.0

M. Smith (So)

147

4.9

21.0

D. Bittle (Sr)

7.3

2.8

C. Sledge (So)

0.0

J. Carter (So)

3.0

1.0

Season Totals

388

2415

6.2

268.3

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11.0

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Receiving #

Athlete Name

Rec

Yds

Avg

Y/G

Lng

B. Amos (Sr)

147

13.4

18.4

N. Lonnon (Jr)

K. Weaver (Sr)

D. Hoyle (Sr)

W. McCoy (Sr)

36.5

8.1

N. Ross (So)

11.0

4.1

J. Ferrell (Sr)

302

33.6

B. Brawner (So)

156

19.5

22.3

C. Sowell (Jr)

60.0

7.5

C. Bowman (So)

5.0

0.6

S. Davidson (So)

11.5

2.6

C. Cooley (Sr)

26.0

2.9

J. Carter (So)

Season Totals

0 38

825

21.7

91.7

Total Yards #

Athlete Name

Rush

B. Amos (Sr)

D. Russell (So)

N. Lonnon (Jr)

K. Weaver (Sr)

227

D. Hoyle (Sr)

220

W. McCoy (Sr)

421

D. Spillane (So)

N. Ross (So)

J. Ferrell (Sr)

B. Brawner (So)

C. Sowell (Jr)

C. Bowman (So)

S. Davidson (So)

37 41

Pass

Rec

Total

Y/G

147

185

23.1

12.6

6.3

800

1027

114.1

245

30.6

494

54.9

3.5

4.1

302

851

94.6

156

22.3

126

186

23.3

6.0

315

338

37.6

C. Cooley (Sr)

171

197

21.9

M. Smith (So)

147

21.0

D. Bittle (Sr)

2.8

C. Sledge (So)

0.0

J. Carter (So)

1.0

Season Totals

2415

3240

360.0

549

825

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$37,000 budget. By 2016, that budget had grown to $140,000, and Clinton still pays $20,000 per year, leaving the county to pick up the rest. The city and the county are 50-50 owners of the property, James said. He says the agreement was supposed to be 50-50 period. Clinton Mayor Richard McCormac doesn’t necessarily interpret it that way, saying he reads it as a 50-50 split up to $20,000. He said he would like the city to be able to pay more, and he points out that Clinton recently spent about $5,000 on sewer repairs at the shelter. At Tuesday night’s Quorum Court budget committee meeting, JP Gary Linn said when he and James tried to talk to the City Council, they got “a room full of silence. They offered us nothing.” James said there was talk of a fiveyear “ramp up” of the city’s contribution to the shelter, but that didn’t happen. Linn wants to start sending the city a bill each month for 50 percent of the shelter’s total expenses. If the city doesn’t pay, James said, the county could sue the city. In fact, James said, the lawsuit could seek payment for the past five years. “That’s being as dirty as they’re being with us,” he said. JP Randy Story had another suggestion for the shelter: “I think we give them six months, fund it for that long, and if they want to fund it any further, it’s on them.”

JP Mary Philips asked what the alternative would be. Would it fall to deputies to have to shoot strays? Would people have to chose between feeding dogs or cats that made their way to folks’ homes or let them starve? “Nobody wants to shoot dogs,” Story said. “The people that want to keep the shelter going, whether it’s city or private, let them fund it. The people who elected me don’t want their tax money spent on this,” he said. Linn noted that he represents a nearby area of the county and the people he talks to want to keep the shelter. Both represent the southern part of Van Buren County. Story was defeated in the primary election and will be replaced by John Bradford in January. Story noted that budget cuts are likely to affect the senior centers, special school and others and said some are acting like “animals are more important than people.” He said six months is plenty of time to make plans and maybe someone would come in and take the shelter over in that time. Linn, calling a closure “harsh,” said that would be “a step backward.” “We can cut back, but I don’t think we should just shut it down,” Linn said. Animal Control director Reta Tharp presented a $111,000 budget, down about $30,000 from this year. She is requesting a $1.48 per hour raise to increase her salary to the same amount the previous

director was paid. “I do a lot,” she told the budget committee. The shelter, she said, “does cost money to run; that doesn’t mean we don’t need it or it’s not efficient.” To “dig the ditch a little deeper,” James read a letter from Fairfield Bay Mayor Paul Wellenberger requesting $10,000 for the privately owned Fairfield Bay animal shelter, which otherwise may be closing by the end of the year. Philips said she has told Fairfield Bay, which is the district she represents, that the county does not have $10,000 for them. Also at the Oct. 25 budget committee meeting: * The county has $375,301 in its reserve fund. James told the committee that money is the “rainy day fund,” and should be used only for emergencies. He said the fund needs to be more, but that isn’t likely to happen in 2017. * Chad Brown of the Prosecuting Attorney’s office said the budget remains about the same, and he is requesting a raise for one employee to bring her salary in line with the workers in the Faulkner County office. * The Tax Assessor’s office and Treasurer’s office budgets remained about the same as the year before. * The county will consider purchasing a new truck for the Office of Emergency Management. The current truck has close to 160,000 miles on it, OEM coordinator Jeana Williams said.

Caught

without incident. C a m p b e l l is charged with first-degree murder in the shooting death of Billy Bishop II at a home near Success, Missouri, on Tuesday night. Another man was also critically injured in the shooting.

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Campbell

But Friday afternoon, Campbell was apprehended in a Texas County church where his mother is the preacher. Campbell was arrested

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Goodson

Bramlett

Police Report Firearm, drug charges filed

A Clinton man was found in possession of a firearm and illegal drugs after a traffic stop by Arkansas State Police on October 25, 2016, according to a news release from the Van Buren County sheriff’s office. Danny Joe Bramlett, 55, was stopped for driving left of center and speeding, the news release states. During the stop, troopers found Bramlett to be in possession of illegal drugs and a firearm, the report states. Bramlett has been charged with speeding, driving left of center, misdemeanor possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia, and felony possession of firearms by certain persons, according to the news release.

Deputies make drug arrest

An Alabama man who stopped to ask directions ended up behind bars on October 25, 2016. Van Buren County sheriff’s deputies said Skylar Goodson, 22, was acting disori-

ented and his speech was slurred when he asked for help, according to a news release. An ACIC check showed that Goodson was wanted in Greenbrier, the sheriff’s office report states. Goodson was placed under arrest and a search of the vehicle turned up illegal drugs and paraphernalia, the report states. Goodson is being charged with felony possession of a controlled substance, felony possession of drug paraphernalia, and misdemeanor possession of a controlled substance.

Man charged in battery

A disturbance call on October 25, 2016, landed a man in jail. Van Buren County deputies responded to a call on Banner Mountain Road in Shirley. After arriving at the incident location, deputies spoke with the victim and arrested 23-year-old Joseph Tyler Murray of Shirley. Murray is being with charged with battery in the third degree.

Skowren Stop leads to charge

On October 23, 2016, deputies from the Van Buren County sheriff’s office made contact with 29-yearold Farren R. Skowren of Clinton during a traffic stop, near Peal Road and State Highway 16 East. During the stop, deputies found a glass device, commonly used for smoking marijuana, according to a news release from the sheriff’s office. Skowren was charged with misdemeanor possession of drug paraphernalia. Skowren has been released after posting bond.

Revocation sends man to prison

A Van Buren County man who had been on probation on a domestic battery-second degree and aggravated assault conviction has been sent to prison. Joshua Lee Fultz, 29, entered a negotiated guilty plea to second-degree battery in Van Buren County Circuit Court on Oct. 21, 2016. He was sentenced to 120 months in the Arkansas Department of Correction and granted 95 days jail credit.

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Dear Editor: On Oct. 22, Saturday afternoon, I went with my sons, Chip and Phillip, to view the filmed documentary of “Command and Control,” at the Gateway Twin Cinema in Clinton, along with a packed theater of concerned people, who lived in the area of the Titan II missile silo at Damascus, when the explosive accident occurred on Sept. 18, 1980, which released a gaseous cloud, causing panic and fear. I was employed at the Van Buren County Health Department and had to stay on duty with Jean Kidd, county health nurse, and Eva Pate, office manager. People rushed in feel-

ing “shock and awe,” wondering if all the missile sites in Arkansas (18 in all) might be having the same problem, with what was called the ultimate security system, costing America multi-millions of dollars. Providing security is a basic human need, the question is, “In whom or in what will I trust the security of my life?” I believe that only God can provide a security system that death cannot threaten! After the Titan II accident I was inspired to write a poem titled Retrospect, which I mailed a copy to each Arkansas U.S. Congressman in Washington. I still have their letters of

reply. Later all missile warheads were removed and the silos closed. Yet 36 years after Sept. 18, 1980, the threat of nuclear warfare is still a big issue among the talk of nations leaders. I pray to Almighty God, the creator of the universe, that we people living on earth, the third planet from the sun, will remember how fragile we are and how short our life-span is upon earth. I pray also that mankind will be given wisdom with ability to use nuclear energy for the good of mankind and not to destroy all. And remember always God is our refuge and strength and in God we trust! Loreda Ellis Clinton

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Rules Here at The Voice of Van Buren County, we love puzzles and games, contests and prizes. And we want you to play along with us. Solve our Word Find puzzle and enter for a chance to win a prize. Puzzle entry may not be a photocopy, originals from newspaper only. Let us know “Where In the County Is This?” and you become eligible for our drawing for a one-year subscription to The Voice. There will be one winner for each contest every month. To enter, mail your puzzles to The Voice / P.O. Box 1396 / Clinton, AR 72031 or drop them by our downtown office, 260 Griggs St., Clinton. You can also call us at 745-8040 to tell us where the week’s picture was taken. Deadline to enter is 2 p.m. December 2; drawing will be at 4 p.m. November's Word Find sponsor is French Feed store.

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Contest winners for October 2016 are: Word Find -- Marian Bales, who will receive a $25 gift certificate from Highway 65 Dive; and Where Is This -- Betty Willis, who gets a one-year subscription to The Voice. The photos for Where In the County Is This were: Oct. 4 – Van Buren County Museum, 3rd & Poplar, Clinton; Oct. 11 – Van Buren County Water Association building on Highway 95 East; Oct. 18 – Old CJ’s gas station on Highway 16 West; and Oct. 25 – Old store and post office in Morganton. Thanks to our sponsor and to everyone who plays. Now, may the games begin for November!

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Master Naturalists to begin new classes soon

By Bob Verboon

“What is a Master Naturalist anyway?” Well, the answer may depend on which one you talk to. They’re all volunteers, but their interests range widely. Some really enjoy cleaning up area hiking trails, while others have fun looking for tiny critters in local creeks. Some like identifying and mapping native plants and wildlife in state parks. Others derive satisfaction from coaxing wildflowers to bloom in a meadow or cultivating native and other plants useful to early Ozark inhabitants. However, they all love learning more about nature, while doing what they can to keep the natural state natural. And every fall they start hunting for more like-minded individuals. The newly formed chapter of Foothills of Arkansas Master Naturalists recently opened applications for a new class of volunteers for 2017, according to chapter President Tom Nowlin. The chapter invites residents who are interested from Heber Springs, Conway, Clinton and surrounding areas to apply. The course for “Naturalists in Training” begins January 28 and concludes with graduation May 6. The application form and class schedule are available on this web page: http:// wordpress.arkansasmaster naturalists.org/how-do-ijoin/. (Scroll down to “FAMN.”) “New members have a lot of fun learning about everything from rocks to plants and animals found in the Ozarks,” says Nowlin. Experts teach classes in eco-regions, geology, astronomy, mammals, Interpretation, entomology, herpetology, ornithology and botany. Lessons also in-

clude practical skills like stream monitoring and trail maintenance. Students receive their own guidebooks in many fields. “But there are no exams,” Nowlin reassures. “We learn by listening, observing and doing. We also schedule special advanced training classes in various topics for all members throughout the year.” FAMN members also organize purely recreational activities, such as hiking trips on area nature trails and float trips on the Buffalo River and other streams in the area, he added. Ongoing projects will include monthly stream water monitoring on local streams. Stream team members evaluate local creeks by testing water chemistry and collecting and counting bugs and other critters in different creeks, including Archey Fork and forks of the Little Red River in Van Buren County. “We will host a variety of volunteer opportunities,” Nowlin says, “and many of our members will work on more than one team.” New members’ classes begin January 28, with orientation at the Faulkner County Library in Conway. Other classes will be held at the Fairfield Bay Education Center and Fairfield Bay Marina, the Van Buren County Library, Clinton City Park, the University of Central Arkansas, Conway, Petit Jean State Park, Arkansas Game and Fish Commission, Mayflower and Woolly Hollow State Park to name a few. The class is limited to 30 applicants, so Nowlin urges anyone interested to apply soon. For more information, contact Tom Nowlin at twnowlin@ artelco.com,

Job well done -- Clinton Elementary school held its awards ceremony last week, honoring students for achievements in math, science, reading and citizenship. (Facebook photo)

Lunch with heroes -- Some Clinton police officers and the fire chief joined pre-schoolers for Heroes and Hot Dogs last week.

Fall festival -- Clinton Elementary held a fall festival Saturday on the baseball fields. Many students and teachers dressed in costume and enjoyed games and treats. (Photo by Robert Snyder/for the Voice)

Haunted House 2016

The Van Buren County Rescue Squad sponsored a haunted house in Choctaw this Halloween season Money raised goes to different charities. (Photos by Joel French/for the Voice)

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Fishing Report

More Habitat Sites Added on Beaver Lake Anglers from the Bear Creek Bass Club rolled up their sleeves and joined staff from the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission to break ground on a new weigh-in facility to be housed at the Prairie Creek Access on Beaver Lake in Northwest Arkansas. They even managed to add a little extra habitat to the water while clearing the area making up the footprint of the new facility.

According to Jon Stein, AGFC fisheries biologist for northwest Arkansas, 15 new habitat sites were constructed and placed in Beaver Lake from the trees removed for the weigh-in center. Most branches from the large elm, maple and cedar trees were up to 15 feet long, so the brush piles created will be substantial additions to the fish attractors on Beaver Lake.

Central Arkansas

Highway 89 bridge. Fishing for crappie is good on minnows or jigs in white, black or chartreuse colors. Bass are good around the dock area on spinnerbaits and red shad. Catfishing is good on limbs and trotlines using cut bait.

Lake Conway

(updated 10-262016) Bates Field and Stream (501470-1846) said water was stained and at a normal level, while temperature was warm on the surface, mostly in the low 80s. Bream are fair and found about 10 feet off the bank at around 4 feet of depth. Use worms or crickets. Crappie are prominent around the

Little Red River (Greers Ferry Tailwater)

(updated 10-262016) Lowell Myers of Sore Lip ‘em All Guide Service said

it’s a great time to be on the Little Red River with the trees changing colors and the browns starting to move around. They are receiving sporadic generation during the week creating low water conditions most days. For fly fishing, Myers recommends midges, pheasant tails, sowbugs and streamers. For Trout Magnet fishing, we recommend white and cotton candy-colored bodies on chartreuse jigheads. Always check before heading to the Little Red River by calling the Corps of Engineers Little Rock District water data system (501-362-5150) for Greers Ferry Dam water release information or check the Corps of Engineers website (swl-wc.usace.army.mil) for real-time water release and the Southwest Power Administration website (swpa. gov) to see forecasted generation schedule.

Greers Ferry

As of Wednesday, the Army Corps of Engineers reports the lake’s elevation at 460.31 feet msl (normal conservation pool – 461.44 msl). (updated 10-262016) Tommy Cauley of Fish Finder Guide Service said the water level at Greers Ferry Lake is at 460.33 feet msl and falling. The surface temperature is in the low 70s. The fish are just on the verge of breaking wild feeding for all species. We really

need some rain, wind and cooler weather to raise the dissolved oxygen content. The hybrid and white bass fishing are good down at different times throughout the day, with some schooling going on. It looks like it’s going to be Nov. 1 before things start happening full swing on the schooling fish. Try fishing and looking 25-40 feet deep for shad, and use in-line spinners, spoons, swimbaits and topwater baits for the best results. The crappie have not gotten in steady mode yet, either, but use pole timber for Road Runners, minnows and jigs in 12-26 feet of water. No report on walleye. The catfishing is going decently all over the lake on your choice of baits on the edge of flats close to deep water for all three species of cats. Bream are guarding fry again and can be caught with small crankbaits, in-line spinners, crickets and crawlers. They are in 0-24 feet of water. The bass fishing is on and off with some night fishing still going well on spinnerbaits, and the day fish scattered and a lot suspended – use topwater baits, C-rigs, Texas rigged worms, swimbaits and Alabama rigs. For the shallow fish, use spinnerbaits, crankbaits and jighead worms.

Lake Overcup

(updated 10-262016) Johnny “Catfish” Banks at Over-

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cup Bait Shop and R.V. Park (501-3549007) said water level is normal and surface temperature is 71 degrees. Bream are good around the banks in 3-4 feet of water, fishing 1 to 2 feet. Bass are doing well on plastic worms and crankbaits. Catfish are slow but still catching them on jugs and yo-yo's using bass minnows and Magic Bait (chicken blood). Crappie are slow but still catching 8-15 a day at different depths, from 4-5 feet and 8-10 feet of water, on jigs and minnows. Looks to be improving daily.

Lake Maumelle

(updated 10-262016) Fosters Four Seasons (501-8689061) said bream are good around brush piles using worms and crickets. Crappie are good on minnows and jigs. Bass fishing is good on spinnerbaits and jigs. Catfishing is good using nightcrawlers, spinnerbaits, dough bait and chicken liver. No white bass reports.

Arkansas RIver (Morrilton)

(updated 10-262016) Charlie’s Hidden Harbor at Oppelo (501-354-8080) said few people have been fishing. The AGFC put in 25,000 fingerling bass in the pool recently. The northern largemouth seem to like and adapt to the river 10 times better than the Florida bass do, Charley said. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service may have found

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a species that has not been in this part of the river, it looks like a midget shrimp. Black bass are in the backwaters feeding on shad in 3-6 feet of water. A short floating worm in the shadows seems to work best to bring them in. White bass are around the cuts in the riverbank where you have shad. They’re being caught on small crankbaits in Fire Tiger color. Catfish are feeding on shad on the backside of jetties; use white shad to bring them in. A few stripers are being caught on jetty tips on the downriver side. Use live bait, either bass minnows or shad.

North Arkansas

White River (Bull Shoals Tailwater)

(updated 1026-2016) Ron Gamble at Cotter Trout Dock described it as an awesome week on the White River out of Cotter. October has brought a lot of anglers to the Arkansas Ozarks and our natural resources have stayed strong. The rainbows have been healthy and brightly colored – and plentiful! A 6-year-old angler caught a 23-inch rainbow this week! He was pretty excited. The gold and black tiger-striped Rooster Tail has been responsible for some great catches this week as well as the always productive shrimp/ PowerBait combos.

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Classifieds • Legal ANNOUNCEMENTS

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ORDINANCE NO. 2016-38 BE IT ENACTED BY THE QUORUM COURT OF THE COUNTY OF VAN BUREN, STATE OF ARKANSAS, AN APPROPRIATION ORDINANCE TO BE ENTITLED: AN APPROPRIATION ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE ORIGINAL APPROPRIATION ORDINANCE #2015-39, THE ANNUAL OPERATING BUDGET FOR 2016, TO INCREASE THE PROJECTED REVENUE FOR COUNTY GENERAL AND APPROPRIATE $233.78 INTO THE COURTHOUSE ANNEX BUDGET #1000-120-3060 Utilities-Electric FROM THE COUNTY ROAD BUDGET #2000-200-3060 AND $54.94 INTO THE COURTHOUSE ANNEX BUDGET #1000120-3060 FROM THE STOP LIGHT MAINTENANCE BUDGET #2800-200-3060. WHEREAS: An electric bill was paid out of County General #1000-120-3060 that should have been paid out of the County Road budget #2000-200-3060 and the Stop Light Maintenance budget #2800-200-3060; and WHEREAS: These monies need to be placed back into the correct fund. NOW THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED BY THE QUORUM COURT OF VAN BUREN COUNTY, ARKANSAS THAT: $233.78 be appropriated into the Courthouse Annex budget #1000-120-3060 Utilities-Electric from the County Road budget #2000200-3060 and $54.94 from the Stop Light Maintenance budget #2800-200-3060.

LEGALS Sponsored by J.P. Wes Newland VAN BUREN COUNTY QUORUM COURT ORDINANCE NO. 2016-36 BE IT ENACTED BY THE QUORUM COURT OF THE COUNTY OF VAN BUREN, STATE OF ARKANSAS, AN APPROPRIATION ORDINANCE TO BE ENTITLED: AN APPROPRIATION ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE ORIGINAL APPROPRIATION ORDINANCE #2015-39, THE ANNUAL OPERATING BUDGET FOR 2016, TO INCREASE THE PROJECTED REVENUE FOR COUNTY GENERAL AND APPROPRIATE $406.38 INTO THE COLLECTOR’S OFFICE BUDGET #1000-104-1002 Salaries-Part-Time FROM THE COLLECTOR’S OFFICE AUTOMATION FUND #3001104-1002 Salaries-PartTime. WHEREAS: A part-time employee was paid out of the Collector’s Office budget that should have been paid from the Collector’s Automation Fund; and WHEREAS: This money needs to be appropriated back into the Collector’s Office Budget #1000-104-1002. NOW THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED BY THE QUORUM COURT OF VAN BUREN COUNTY, ARKANSAS THAT: $406.38 be appropriated into the Collector’s Office budget #1000-104-1002 Salaries-PartTime from the Collector’s Office Automation Fund #3001104-1002 Salaries-Part-Time. Approved this 20th day of October 2016 APPROVED: /s/ Roger Hooper. Roger Hooper, County Judge ATTEST: /s/ Pam Bradford . Pam Bradford, County Clerk Sponsored by J.P. Mary Philips VAN BUREN COUNTY QUORUM COURT

LEGALS Sponsored by J.P. Dale James VAN BUREN COUNTY QUORUM COURT ORDINANCE NO. 2016-35 BE IT ENACTED BY THE QUORUM COURT OF THE COUNTY OF VAN BUREN, STATE OF ARKANSAS, AN APPROPRIATION ORDINANCE TO BE ENTITLED: AN APPROPRIATION ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE ORIGINAL APPROPRIATION ORDINANCE #2015-39, THE ANNUAL OPERATING BUDGET FOR 2016, TO INCREASE THE PROJECTED REVENUE FOR COUNTY GENERAL AND APPROPRIATE $23,500.00 INTO COUNTY GENERAL #1000-88889999 Transfer Out AND TO INCREASE THE PROJECTED REVENUE FOR SOLID WASTE AND APPROPRIATE AND TRANSFER THE $23,500.00 FROM COUNTY GENERAL #1000-8888-9999 TO SOLID WASTE #3009-700-3104 Landfill Tipping Fees ALONG WITH $33,000.00 OF THE 2015 CARRY-OVER FOR THE SOLID WASTE DEPARTMENT. WHEREAS: A total of $56,500.00 is needed in the Solid Waste budget #3009700-3104 for Tipping Fees for the remaining of the year; and WHEREAS: $23,500.00 of the total will be from County General and $33,000.00 from the Solid Waste 2015 carry-over. NOW THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED BY THE QUORUM COURT OF VAN BUREN COUNTY, ARKANSAS THAT: $56,500.00 be appropriated into the Solid Waste budget #3009-700-3104 Landfill Tipping Fees. Approved this 20th day of October 2016 APPROVED: /s/ Roger Hooper. Roger Hooper, County Judge ATTEST: /s/ Psm Bradford . Pam Bradford, County Clerk

ORDINANCE NO. 2016-39