Remembering Anita Tucker 1959-2020
Of the people, By the people, For the people
TUESDAY, November 24, 2020 / Vol. 6 Issue 47 / 75 cents
Voice editor Anita Tucker dies by Warren Johnson
In Memory of Anita Tucker
Some people... knock on the door or our lives, some come right in, make themselves at home in our hearts, and we are better -- so much better for having them there. That was you in our lives, and in our hearts and we are blessed for knowing you. From all the Voice's Volunteers
Van Buren County lost an icon on Wednesday morning. Anita Tucker once said “Van Buren County, Arkansas — a place you can leave but never get out of your heart and soul.” Anita was a 1978 graduate of Clinton High School. After graduation she studied at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. She went on to work for large newspapers in Florida (including Tampa), the Democrat-Gazette in Little Rock, Editor at the VBC Democrat and wrote for the Arkansas News Bureau. Anita is best known for her role as Editor / General Manager of The VOICE of Van Buren County. The Voice was a partnership between Anita Tucker and Terry O’Connor. The la-
dies stepped out in faith believing the reward would be worth the risk. The mission statement was very simple. If it didn’t happen in Van Buren County or to the people of Van Buren County, it wasn’t news here. On October 13, 2015, the first edition of the VOICE was published. In the upper left hand corner were the words “of the people, by the people, and for the people”. The people have supported the mission statement and the ladies for the past five years. A couple of months ago, I asked Anita if the Voice was going to have a five year anniversary edition. She stated, “I don’t think so.” She didn’t want to make a “big fuss” over it. Not making a big fuss was Anita’s personal mission state-
ment. She loved animals and would quietly look for opportunities to contribute to causes advocating for them. In September, someone posted to Anita’s Facebook page thanking her for “the microwave and the people and animal food”. The post went on to say the care package had came at just the right time. His microwave had stopped working that morning. I mentioned the care package to Anita. She said, “Our county is full of good people who do good things and who don’t want a big fuss made over them.” She remembered during the Clinton flood of 1982, a worker with an aid organization was heard saying they really weren’t needed here. Folks whose homes were flooding already had
a place to stay with friends and family and no one would be allowed to go hungry. She told me people in our community are passionate. We disagree now and again, but we always come together and have one another’s back. Many years ago, Bill Eoff introduced me to Anita. Our friendship became one of my most cherished. When I needed advice or encouragement, Anita was always there. She was extremely intelligent and possessed wisdom like unto someone who had lived many lifetimes. She was always a voice of reason and possessed undeniable grit. I once asked her if she was sure about pursuing a story. She See Anita on page 5
Murdock selected as new Police Chief
Jay Murdock by Warren Johnson
After a four hour executive session at a special Clinton city council meeting Wednesday night, a new police chief was named. City Attorney Chad Brown explained before the executive session began that the Mayor has the appointment power for this position. Brown went on to say, the council’s role is they can overturn the decision with a two thirds majority. This decision would
mean four of the six councilors could veto the appointment. During executive session, only the mayor and council are allowed in the chamber. They brought several applicants in to interview separately during the process. Mayor Richard McCormac delivered a written statement to the Voice office Thursday morning, “It is my pleasure to announce the selection of and to congratulate Lt. Jay Murdock as my choice for the position of Chief of Police for Clinton. After interviewing the candidates over the past few weeks, I believe that Lt. Murdock has the essential skills and qualifications to effectively manage and fulfill this position’s requirements and responsibilities. His ten plus years within this particular
department has given him familiarity with its budget, inventory, personnel, and day to day operations. He has shown the ability to make effective decisions in the field and works well within the court system. I would like to thank everyone who expressed interest in the job, especially the ones who interviewed for the position. The field was well represented which made the selection process difficult. Each applicant had served in the past locally as a county and or city law enforcement official or is currently doing so. Clinton is well represented by these public servants who are dedicated to this community. With that, I wish to welcome Lt. Jay Murdock to this position as he assumes his new role.”
Election commission receives citations from Secretary of State by Warren Johnson.
At Thursday’s Quorum Court Meeting, County Judge Dale James praised the new election commissioners on stepping in at the last minute and doing a phenomenal job. He added, “we ended up with an election we can all be proud of.” James presented commissioners Philip Ellis, Jimmy Kirkendoll, and Janice Sundelin with framed citations from Secretary of State John Thurston. Later in the meet-
ing, the new commissioners asked to be paid the same as poll workers at a rate of $10 per hour to save the county money. Due to the general election being big this year, they worked many more hours than usual. They averaged as many as 14 to 16 hour days. J.P. Nickie Brown wanted to clarify this was the Commissioner’s idea. They all agreed and said they believed it was the fairest thing to do. The JP’s thanked the group again for the fantastic job they
did. The crowd in attendance gave the trio a huge clap offering. Reports from other departments at the Nov. 19 meeting included: *County Judge Dale James stated they are at the time of year when his crew will begin spot blading to make as many roads smooth as possible for holiday traffic. James said work is still scheduled for Pinewood and Rumley roads to have See Court on page 5
Coronavirus Coronavirus cases continue to spike in the county By the numbers Van Buren County - Nov. 21
State of Arkansas - Nov. 21
• Total Cumulative Cases: 320 • Confirmed Cases: 284 • Probable Cases: 36 • Total Active Cases: 66 • Active Confirmed Cases: 46 • Active Probable Cases: 20 • Total Recovered Cases: 251 • Recovered Confirmed Cases: 235 • Recovered Probable Cases: 15 • Total Deaths: 3 • Confirmed Deaths: 3
• New cases 1433 • Active 13,534 • Hospitalizations 925 • Deaths 2141
Early last week, after most trees had dropped there leaves, this stunning beauty persisted on Hwy. 16 West. Photo by Jeffry Burgess
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THAT
BANNER MOUNTAIN GIRL
by Freeda Baker Nichols
In Memory Of Anita In memory of Anita Tucker, editor of the Voice of Van Buren County, who passed away suddenly. With no chance to say goodbye, we are saddened as we sift through our memories of her. I first met Anita when she was editor of the Van Buren County Democrat. She was friendly and helpful when I submitted a news release or wanted to advertise in the paper. She showed a genuine interest in my
writing endeavors, and I always felt she provided a good placement in the paper for my stories and poems. After the Voice was established as a “new� local newspaper, operated by Anita and Terry, I shared some of my short stories and poems through that medium. Later on, I began to write a weekly column where I told of my childhood experiences of “days gone by.� I titled the column “That Banner Moun-
tain Girl�, and, I shared both non-fiction and fiction, for a time. Recently, I was publishing monthly, and just a little more than a week ago, I emailed my column draft to Anita, and she replied to me by email. It appeared in the November 17th issue. As the Voice editor, Anita prepared the logo for my column. She welcomed my stories, especially those of the past. Some of the paper’s subscribers were out of county and out of state people. Occasionally, I received long-distance phone calls from people telling me they related to my experience of growing up in this area. I had known Anita’s parents and knew they had grown up in the Shirley and Clinton
area, as well. The goal of the Voice was to provide a medium for county residents to share for the good of the county––a great place to share news, information, concerns, and to advertise wares and services. As a writer, editors, in general, are my “goto� persons to aid in the distribution of my creations. Anita was one of the best who accepted my work and found a special place in the paper to allow me to share. For that, I’m thankful. I’m sure I thanked her many times. I hope she knew how much I really appreciated her on being my editor. I miss you, Anita Tucker. Rest in peace.
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Community Profile In honor of Anita Tucker, late editor-in-chief of the Voice of Van Buren County, we will begin publishing a column about various people, businesses and activities in Van Buren County as we have the information available. What we need from all of you out there, are some personal recommendations and suggestions which may feature special people, businesses or activities that could be of interest to our readers. Please send all correspondence to: jeffds@windstream.net
Dell Holt (D)
Giving Thanks for Arkansas Adoption Advocates
Sarah Brown (R)
By U.S. Sen. John Boozman and her late husband pleased, once again, to I am heartened to see
Mary Philips (R
were honored by the Congressional Adoption Coalition as 2020 Angels in Adoption. Fortunately, other families are also demonstrating their commitment to change the lives of children through adoption. Thousands of families make room in their homes and their hearts each year. It is inspiring to see the love and commitment Arkansas families and organizations have to helping children in need. As willing families work with government agencies, courts and non-profit organizations throughout the state, you can see their common purpose to give every child the best life possible. As a member of the Congressional Coalition on Adoption, I am
support a U.S. Senate resolution recognizing November as National Adoption Month and November 21, 2020 as National Adoption Day. There are approximately 424,000 children in the foster care system in the U.S. and half of them are waiting for adoption. The average foster child spends 20 months in that system and 65 percent of them are 10 years old or younger. This year, the COVID-19 health crisis has created even more challenges for the foster care system, prospective adoptive parents and the children who are praying for a permanent home. There has been a lot of discussion in recent years about the high number of Arkansas children in foster care.
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the dedicated response to this crisis from organizations like The CALL and Project Zero that help place children in loving homes, to facilities like the Young Children’s Home where they provide a family atmosphere for many children so they are not forced to move far away or be separated from their siblings while in foster care. We are blessed to have the advocacy in our state that is making a positive impact on the lives of young Arkansans. As we give thanks for our friends and family this year, let us remember to count our blessings and keep children who are seeking the opportunity to be surrounded by loved ones at Thanksgiving in our hearts.
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Danny and Dawn Curtis always wanted a large family. They already had two sons when they saw a photo album of Arkansas children in foster care waiting to be adopted. They fell in love with the picture of a young girl and learned that she had three brothers. After much discussion and prayer, they adopted the sibling group and turned their family of four into a family of eight. The Curtis family eventually adopted a total of 10 children and became valuable advocates for foster children in Arkansas, through their professional lives and personal example. I was privileged to visit with Dawn recently and congratulate her as she
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Joan Allen spent a week at Cherokee Village , with her four daughters celebrating her 88th birthday , her daughters are , Lavonne Bradford , Nona Vandergriff , of Fairfield Bay , Melba Mackey , of Mount Pleasant , Mississippi and Starla Mackey of , Scotland . As we drive on the rural roads this fall and winter we should enjoy the beauty of our trees without their leaves, especially the older oaks , they have a beauty all their own and no two are alike. The oaks stand so proud and if they have had broken limbs in the past it just makes them more unique . So may we learn from the great oaks and also enjoy their beauty this winter . No two trees are alike and we have many different kinds in our beautiful state . Our whole county is grieving for our wonderful editor.
zle!! Meals are $4 each and take out is available!!! Masks are required so please wear yours. Hope to see you there. I see lots of deer hunters and hope they all have good luck. If all of the shots I have heard hit their targets there must be a lot of deer meat in the freezers. I miss being at the store and seeing the hunters come in to check and show off their deer, take photos and tell their stories. It made an exciting few days. It is wonderful to hear that a vaccine will soon be out to help control the virus. I do recall them saying it will take a while to control it after the public gets inoculated. So we do not want to let our guard down. Wear your mask to protect yourself and others, practice social distancing and stay home if you really do not have to go out. Maybe soon we will have a new normal. If you have Scotland news call 5923935 and we will get it in the paper for you. Have a great Thanksgiving and save room for some pie.
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Scotland community center will be closed on thanksgiving day. It should be Jeffry Burgess open for possible 3 days next week, come Crabtree The Crabtree Senior check out the exercise room, play some pool, Night Potluck, always or come work a puz- scheduled the last Fri-
day of the month, has been cancelled this Friday. Friday and Saturday are the best days to color your hair, according to the Old Farmer’s Almanac. Monday, the Full Beaver Moon, or Frost Moon, is official at 3:29 a.m. At that time a penumbral eclipse will take place, as earth’s faint outer shadow will cover about 82% of the moon’s surface. It will be noticeable for one hour. Next Thursday, the Volunteer Fire Department holds its monthly meeting at 7 p.m. For info call 253-5071. Due to Covid-19 concerns, the Crabtree Foursquare Church has canceled its Holiday Celebration on December 5. Sunday morning service and Wednesday‘s prayer night continue. The Modern Gun Hunt for deer continues through next Sunday(12/6). Check the Regs for details. If you would like to see something that has not been seen since 1623, mark your calendar on December 21 for the Great Conjunction. Jupiter and Saturn will appear from Earth to be so close together they’ll seem as one. With leaf drop complete it’s time to take my annual Archey Fork Valley Scenic Loop drive. The entire drive remains on top of the plateau, offering some incredible overviews of Archey Fork, South Fork and Middle Fork of the Little Red River. Take Hwys. 16, 27, 254 and 65. The drive takes around two hours and due to multiple twist and turns, needs a designated nonrubbernecker as driver. Louis Jackson’s cottonpicker turned sugar cane picker and processor picked and processed one row of cane recently. “I really thought I had it right this year,” lamented Louis. One row in his 4 acre field took two hours even with neighbor James Williams’ help, due to
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multiple jams in the processor. He says he has solved the problem and will try another row this week. For December gardening ideas see “12 Months of Gardening “ elsewhere in this edition. If you have info about the greater Crabtree and west Hwy. 16 community, call or text, Jeffry Burgess, 7451249.
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Crabtree tinker, Louis Jackson, explains what is needed to fix his cottonpicker turned sugar Formosa cane picker and processor, to get it back in Donna and Rich- his cane field again this year. See more in The ard Sherrod went to Crabtree News. Manila on Sunday and spent the night with their daughter, Tammy & Randy Kelly, and family. DeLane Story and Roxie Williams went to Blackwell one day this week to get pecans. They had lunch at Colton's in Morrilton on the way home. Rylan Ward spent Friday night with his grandparents, Marva and R G Ward. He and R G went deer hunting on Saturday morning. They didn't have any luck, but enjoyed the time spent together. I was so sorry to hear of the passing of the editor of our paper. Condolences go out to her family and friends. I know she will be missed very much. Have a good week until next time. God bless all.
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Check presented to help fund "Coats for Vets Drive"
JoNell Warren reported the Idlehour Bridge Club met at Mary Edwards house. • High - Mary Edwards • Second - Carol Oakland • Traveling - Emma Hink • Bingo - Rita Bintliff
At a recent meeting in Pine Bluff Country Club, EuGene Smith of Clinton, the State Registrar for the men's General Society of the War of 1812, presented a check from his organization to Shei-
la Beaty, representing the United Daughters of the War of 1812. The check was a contribution to the program of the ladies organization to provide winter coats for homeless veterans,
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William George Winters
William George Winters, 89, of Bentonville, Arkansas was born on August 2, 1931 to the late George and Berniece Winters in Rock Island, Illinois and passed away on November 11, 2020 at his home. He was a high school business teacher. William is preceded in death by his parent and his wife Joyce. Left to cherish his memory are his brother-in law, Kenneth W. Lebermann, one niece, Ann Kristina, one nephew, Keith W. Lebermann, other relatives and friends. A graveside service will be held in his honor at 2:00 pm on Friday, November 20, 2020 at Woodland Memorial Gardens at Fairfield Bay, Arkansas.
Gerald Anthony Birdsley
Gerald Anthony Birdsley, 83, of Shirley, AR, passed peacefully from this life on Saturday, November 14, 2020 with his loving wife and family by his side. He was born on January 13,1937, to Orie and Viola Birdsley in Flint, MI. He is preceded in death by his parents; one son, Jeffrey Birdsley; one grand-daughter, Nicole Birdsley, one grandson Eric Anthony Jackson, one brother and four sisters. Gerald proudly served his country in
94, passed away on Sunday, November 15, 2020 in Arlington, Texas. Norma was born on February 26, 1926 in Shirley, Arkansas to Everett Caldwell and Muriel Mae Williams Caldwell. She married Fred Trawick on June 17, 1944 in Parsons, Kansas. Norma worked at a Kansas Ordinance Plant making 105mm shells for WWII. She retired from the Corp of Engineers with over 25 years of service. Due to her tenure with the Corp of Engineers, a pavilion at Grapevine Lake was named the Trawick Pavilion. Norma never turned down a good cold Dr. Pepper. She was actively involved and participated in all of her families' events. She loved gardening and working her flowers to make her yard beautiful. Her pies were legendary and would sell out at church auctions. One of her lemon meringue pies once sold for $200.00. Norma was an excellent cook. She loved to sew, crochet and quilt. She was faithful to Mayfield Road Baptist Church and her Sunday school class. Norma was a good mother, a loving wife, and a doting grandmother and g re a t - g r a n d m o t h e r, who loved her family with her whole heart. She was preceded in death by her parents, Everett and Muriel Caldwell; husband, Fred Trawick; son, James Trawick; brother, Everett Caldwell Jr.; and sisters, Eileen Bradford and Betty Caldwell. Survivors: Sons, Thomas Trawick and wife, Pam, Richard Trawick and wife, Deana, and Kevin Trawick and Will; brother, Jack Norma Lee Trawick Caldwell and wife, Norma Lee Trawick, Rosie; sisters, Brenthe US Army. In his civilian career, he was employed by Kurtz Gravel as a master mechanic for approximately twenty-seven years until his retirement. His work ethic and drive earned him the nickname of ''Grumpy Bear'' from his employees and co-workers. On July 24, 1976 he wed Gloria, who had become the greatest love of his life. Second to his wife, he loved his family very deeply and they love him the same. His many hobbies included watching John Wayne, military shows, collecting guns and worked weekends with his sister Edith, attending horse auctions and helping on the farm. They moved to Arkansas in the late 90's, then later met their beloved friends John and Pat Guajardo. Gerald quickly grew close to John and considered him his brother. They are members of Fairfield Bay Baptist and love their church family. Gerald's memory lives in the hearts of his wife Gloria, his sons; John Birdsley of Oklahoma City, OK, Todd (Denice) Birdsley of Grand Blanc, MI, Terry Birdsley of Oklahoma City, OK and David McDonald of Mt. Morris, MI, his daughters; Bonnie Jackson of Mancelona, MI and Lynn (Grant) Crisp of Davison MI, fifteen grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren, one brother, one sister and a host of relatives and friends.
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Obituaries da Brown and husband, Sam, and Margaret Slavens; 13 grandchildren; and 30 great-grandchildren. Visitation for Norma will be 10:00 am Thursday, November 19, 2020 at Pine Grove General Baptist Church. Funeral Service will follow at 11:00 am at the church. Interment will be at Weaver Cemetery on Banner mountain.
Anita Tucker
On Wednesday, November 18, 2020, Anita Tucker, loving mother of one child, passed away at the age of 61. Anita was born on October 6, 1959 in Arkan-
sas to Winston and Ray (Hughes) Tucker. She graduated from Clinton High School and studied at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. Anita went on to co-own and edit the local paper, The Voice. Anita loved animals, and often looked for opportunities to contribute to causes advocating for them. She also loved reading and could often be found with a mystery book in hand. Anita was known for being intelligent, well-spoken, and independent. Anita was preceded in death by her mother, Ray, and her father, Winston. She is survived by her son Sam, her sister, Deidra, her nephew, Drew, and her niece Taylor, as well as several cousins. A graveside funeral service was held on Monday, November 23rd, 2020 at the Huie Cemetery at 11:00 a.m.
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Van Buren County History Richard R. Poe was sheriff from 1880-1883. He was born June 29, 1843 in Fayette County, Alabama. He was the son of R. H. and Nancy Poe. His family moved to Searcy County, Arkansas before the civil war. He enlisted under Capt. William Hicks, was assigned to the 38th Arkansas Infantry and served four years. He married Mary Lewis on March 1, 1868 in
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Also on 11/17/2020 an Officer with the Clinton Police Department conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle that was
travelling on US Hwy 65 for an equipment violation. During a search of the vehicle approximately one gram of suspected methamphetamines' was located and sized along with some marijuana and a marijuana pipe. The driver of the vehicle a Ms. Tiffany Push was arrested and transported to the Van Buren County Detention Center where she was booked for Possession of a controlled substance (methamphetamine).
grant funded. Court Work continues on from page 1 the Archey Road project which is also grant drainage issues fixed. funded. He stated that He added Rex and 27 culverts have been Happy Roads need added to this road and some base material to they have completfix some soft spot ar- ed the base dirt work. eas with Possum Walk They are now adding fill having a bad hill to fix. which will be capped Work continues on off with SB2 gravel Peyton Mountain road. making it a very sturdy He said the bottom- and smooth road surless arch has been de- face. livered and the footJames told the ers should be poured group severance tax next week. James said revenues for county approximately 15,000 roads have taken a setons of fill is needed rious decline. In Aufor this project which is gust, the county re-
ceived zero dollars in severance tax revenues. The result is a 2021 budget reduction of $500,000 for the road department. J.P. Ester Bass asked the Judge about the production at the gravel pit. James deferred the question to road foreman Randy Ward. “It is going good. We are producing quite a bit of gravel, fill, and B stone right now.” He welcomed any members of the Quorum Court to tour the crusher operations. * Sheriff Lucas Em-
berton told the Court, “Our felony arrests are up to 15. “He explained a process partnering with Cleburne County which has made quarantine room available in the jail to help process some of the warrants which have been stacking up. * The Quorum Court unanimously approved and confirmed Joye Hawk to the Van Buren County Library board. After the meeting, the group showered Prosecuting Attorney Carol Crews with cake, punch, and baby gifts.
not print a story. NeedAnita less to say, the stofrom page 1 ry went to press. Anita was strong and teresponded, “You know nacious but had a big me. We have met be- heart and love for peofore.” When her mind ple. was set, nothing could On Tuesday evestop her. She was ning, Anita texted me. steadfast and would Terry spoke with her on persevere in spite of the phone that night. whatever obstacles At the moment, those or distractions might communications didn’t stand in the way. She seem any different told me many years than any of the others, ago that a politician but they were because came into the office they would be her last. and told her she could In typical Anita fashion,
without making a “big fuss” she went to sleep on Tuesday night and unexpectedly stepped out of time and into eternity. She has left a void in this community that can’t be filled. Our ongoing thoughts and prayers go out to her son Sam, her sister Deidra, her nephew Drew, her niece Taylor and her dear friend and business partner, Terry. Brother Richard McCormac delivered a
beautiful eulogy at Anita’s graveside service on Monday. The Mayor spoke about his memories of Anita and the Tucker family. Anita is at rest in Huie Cemetery with her beloved mother Elter Ray and father Winston Tucker. Anita once said, “there truly are heroes who walk among us.” She was a hero to me. Anita was 61.
White County. Mr. Poe bought a large farm, Poe Ranch, near Shirley (Settlement), but when he became sheriff he turned the farm management over to his brother-in-law. After his two terms as sheriff, he stayed in Clinton and sold real estate and insurance. He died March 31, 1919 and is buried in Clinton Cemetery beside his wife, who died in 1929.
For the month of October the Clinton Police Department responded to 45 calls for service, issued 37 citations, 25 warnings, conducted 105 property checks, filed 8 misdemeanor warrants and two felony warrants.
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The Tragedy of the Baker Family The Elberta Fruit Farm 1910 William Twitty Baker was a baby in his mother's arms when the Baker family joined a wagon train near Harrison, Arkansas, in April of 1857. His grandfather, father, mother, three sisters, uncles, aunts, and several cousins were heading for California in the hopes of a better life. His grandmother chose to stay in Arkansas. The trek across the country was long and tiresome. They spent months crossing the prairie during the rainy season and through the dry, hot summer. They traveled many miles of steep mountain paths before taking a much needed break in a patch of meadow surrounded by high cliffs. The valley was a quiet refuge with cool springs to water their animals and prepare for the harshest part of the journey. The family awoke early that morning for breakfast. Sarah Baker, 2 years old, was sitting on her father's lap when a loud explosion startled her. Her father slumped to his side. Then, men, women, and children began dropping as bullets were fired from all directions. The travelers managed to enclose their caravan in a circle. The men shot at their enemy from behind the protection of their wagons. Days passed as bullets echoed back and forth. The dead were buried in shallow graves within the circle of the encampment. The surviving members suffered many days without a single drop of water to quench their unbearable thirst. The stench of decomposing animals filled the air. It seemed that all hope was lost until the morning of the fifth day. A man in a black suit approached the group carrying a white flag. He told them the local Indians were hostile, and if they would relinquish their firearms, the Indians could be persuaded to allow them to live. The travelers had no choice. Their ammo was low, and their provisions were gone. They sent their guns away in the wagon provided. The wounded
and youngest children were loaded onto more wagons. The older children, women, and men followed on foot. Soon the unthinkable happened. The seemingly benevolent citizens of the area began shooting, stabbing, and clubbing the adults and older children. Those under seven years old watched as their families were massacred in front of them. After the slaughter, the local adults took the children and left over 120 bodies to rot on the ground. Two years later. the
children were rescued. Little William, 2 years old, and two of his sisters, Sarah (3) and Martha (6) were returned to Arkansas and into the loving arms of their grandmother. His sister, Mary Lovina Baker, was never found. William Twitty Baker lived until the age of 80. He is buried in Leslie Cemetery, Searcy County, Arkansas, with a plaque in remembrance as one of the 17 children who survived the Mountain Meadows Massacre.
This photo shows A. C. Edwards and a farmhand on a new International Harvester Mogul 12-25 tractor. This model had a 2 cylinder motor that could run on distillate, kerosene, or petrol. It weighed in at a wopping 9,580 pounds and ran 25 mph. The Mogul Written by Tina 12-25 was produced Lewis Johnson from 1913-18, only
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1,599 were produced. In 1914, the cost of this tractor was $1,350. Today that would be about $34,000! "The Elberta Fruit Farm is located just east of this city the farm is 1800 feet above sea level and 500 feet above the city of Leslie. A good road with just a ten per cent grade has just been completed to our farm. There are about 80,000 Elberta peach trees in shipping distance of Leslie. Apple trees oftentimes yield 5 to 10 bushels to the tree: pear trees 2 to 6 bushels: peach trees 2 to 6 bushel to the tree and you can readily see from the number of trees and plants, that on an investment of $500,000.00 we could expect 50,000 to
75,000 bushels of apples: 20,000 to 30,000 bushels of peaches and they could sell at from $1.00 to $2.00 per bushel a net profit of $100,000.00 is not unreasonable to expect. The climate, soil and all combined conditions are highly favorable to hog and poultry raising. With hogs selling at 20 cents per pound in Chicago and eggs at 50 cents per dozen it is not an over estimation to say that the profits of this farm can be increased 25 per cent by a little attention to these side lines. The world must be fed and Arkansas is going to do her bit." Written by A. C. Edwards, Manager Elberta Fruit Farm, Leslie, Arkansas,1910 - Added by Tina Lewis Johnson
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November 24, 2020
Thanksgiving
Puzzle solutions on page 5
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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 Church of Christ, Alread 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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Classifieds • Legal ANNOUNCEMENTS
RESEARCH
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Reflect A Moment He said, "Therefore, if you are offering your gift at the altar and there remember that your brother or sister has something against you, leave your gift there in front of the altar. First go and be reconciled to them; then come and offer your gift."
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF VAN BUREN COUNTY, ARKANSAS FIRST DIVISION No. CIV-2020-106
Sponsored by J.P. J. Bradford
GORDON HECK PLAINTIFF VS. MATTHEW GOTHARD and SHANNAH GOTHARD, husband and wife DEFENDANTS
BE IT ENACTED BY THE QUORUM COURT OF THE COUNTY OF VAN BUREN, STATE OF ARKANSAS, AN ORDINANCE TO BE ENTITLED:
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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that in pursuance of the authority and directions contained in the decretal order of the Circuit Court of Van Buren County made and entered on the 5st day of November, 2020 in a certain cause, No. 71CV-20106, then pending therein between Plaintiff, Gordon Heck and the Defendants, Matthew Gothard and Shannah Gothard, husband and wife, the undersigned, as Commissioner of said Court, will offer for sale at public venue to the highest bidder, at the County Courthouse, in which said Court is held, in the County of Van Buren, within the hours prescribed by law for judicial sales, on the 9th day of December, 2020, at 10:00 a.m., the following described real estate, situated in Van Buren County, Arkansas, to-wit: APARTMENT 73, CHELSEA GLADE CONDOMINIUM, FAIRFIELD BAY, AS SHOWN IN PLAT BOOK 2, PAGE 51 AND PLAT BOOK 6, PAGE 3, VAN BUREN COUNTY, ARKANSAS. SUBJECT TO THE DECLARATION OF HORIZONTAL PROPERTY REGIME, MASTER DEED AND BY-LAWS. LESS AND EXCEPT OIL, GAS AND OTHER MINERALS. TERMS OF SALE: On a credit of three months, the purchaser being required to execute a surety bond as required by law and the order and decree of said Court in said cause, with approved surety, bearing interest at the rate of ten percent per annum from date of sale until paid, and a lien being retained on the premises sold to secure the payment of the purchase money.
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FOR RENT Apartments and mobile homes in Bee Branch area. $450-$650/month. Deposit required.
Given under my hand this 20th day of November, 2020. /s/ Debbie Gray Circuit Clerk This notice published on November 24, 2020.
ORDINANCE NO. 2020-35
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This is a full time position. Applicants must have a clean driving record, must be reliable, and must be able to pass a drug test. Applications may be picked up at FL Davis Cash Lumber 160 Park St. Clinton, AR 72031
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF VAN BUREN COUNTY, ARKANSAS PROBATE DIVISION NO. 71PR-20-107 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF BARBARA LASATER, DECEASED NOTICE OF FILING OF SMALL ESTATE Name of Decedent: Barbara Lasater Last known address: 1031 Half Moon Road, Clinton, Arkansas. Date of death: November 18, 2016 On November 6, 2020, an affidavit for collection of small estate was filed with respect to the estate of Barbara Lasater, deceased, with the clerk of the probate division of the circuit court of Van Buren County, Arkansas, under Ark. Code Ann. 28-41-101. At the time of her death, the Decedent owned the following real estate situated in Van Buren County, Arkansas, to wit: TRACT 1: PART OF NE¼ OF THE NW¼, SECTION 24, T-13-N, R-14-W, CONTAINING 2 ACRES, MORE OR LESS, and TRACT 2: THE S½ OF THE SW¼ OF THE NW¼, SECTION 24, T-13-N, R-14-W, CONTAINING 20 ACRES, MORE OR LESS; and TRACT 3: THE SE¼ OF THE NW¼, SECTION 40, T-13-N, R-14-W, CONTAINING 40 ACRES, MORE OR LESS;
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All persons having claims against the estate must exhibit them, properly verified, to the distributee or his or her attorney within three (3) months from the date of the first publication of this notice, or they shall be forever barred and precluded from any benefit in the estate. This notice first published on November 17, 2020. The name, mailing address and telephone number of the distributee’s attorney is as follows: /s/Ralph J. Blagg Ralph J. Blagg, Bar No 73178 THE BLAGG LAW FIRM & 168 Court Street P.O. Box 1169 Clinton, AR 72031 (501) 745-4302 Publish: 11-17-20 & 11-24-20
AN ORDINANCE TO TRANSFER MONIES BACK INTO THE SOLID WASTE BUDGET FROM THE LIBRARY BUDGET. WHEREAS: An insurance payment was made from the Solid Waste budget that should have been made from the Library budget; and WHEREAS: These monies need to be replaced to the Solid Waste budget. NOW THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED BY THE QUORUM COURT OF VAN BUREN COUNTY, ARKANSAS THAT: SECTION 1. $98.75 be transferred to the Solid Waste budget #3009-700-1001 Salaries f/t from the Library budget #3008-600-1001 Salaries f/t. Approved this 19th day of November 2020 APPROVED /s/ Dale James . Dale James, County Judge ATTEST: /s/ Pam Bradford . Pam Bradford, County Clerk
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF VAN BUREN COUNTY, ARKANSAS FOURTH DIVISION NO. 71PR-20-109 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF INGE WEAVER, deceased NOTICE TO CREDITORS LAST KNOWN ADDRESS OF DECEDENT: 187 Pine Knot Road Fairfield Bay, AR 72088
The undersigned was appointed Executrix of the estate of the above-named decedent on November 16, 2020. A contest of the probate can be effected only by filing a petition within the time provided by law. Sponsored by J.P Philips VAN BUREN COUNTY QUORUM COURT
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BE IT ENACTED BY THE QUORUM COURT OF THE COUNTY OF VAN BUREN, STATE OF ARKANSAS, AN ORDINANCE TO BE ENTITLED: AN ORDINANCE LEVYING AND APPROVING THE COLLECTION FOR THE YEAR 2020 THE VARIOUS PROPERTY TAXES HERETOFORE IMPOSED IN VAN BUREN COUNTY. WHEREAS: The people of Van Buren County have approved the following property taxes, and; WHEREAS: in accordance with Act 14-14-904 (b)(1) the Van Buren County Quorum Court shall levy the property taxes for County, Municipal, and School taxes for the following year. SCHOOL M&O | OTHER M&O SCHOOL BOND | OTHER BOND REAL ESTATE | PERSONAL Clinton #01 | 25 | 7.8 | 4 | 36.8 | 36.8 (0.03680) Southside #02 | 25 | 1.7 | 11.9 | 38.6 38.6 | (0.03860) Shirley #03 | 25 | 10.5 | 35.5 35.5 | (0.03550) Quitman #21 | 25 | 1.24 | 7.26 33.5 | 33.5 | (0.03350) Marshall #23 | 25 | 7.75 | 3.8 | 36.55 | 36.55 | (0.03655) West Side #71 | 25 | 4.94 | 3.66 33.6 | 33.6 | (0.03360) County General | 3.0 | 3.0 County Road | 3.0 | 3.0 Library | 1.0 | 1.0 Hospital Maintenance | 0.3 | 0.3 Volunteer-Recycle & ASCS | 1.0 | 1.0 Clinton-City #01C | (City General) | 2.9 | 2.9 | (0.00290) Damascus-City #02C | (City General) | 3.0 | 3.0 | (0.00300) Shirley-City #03C | (City General) 2.9 | 2.9 | (0.00290) Fairfield Bay-City #03F | (City General) | 5.0 | 5.0 | (0.00500) Volunteer-County Library | 1.0 | 1.0 Volunteer-Van Buren County Aging Program | 1.0 | 1.0 Volunteer-Fairfield Bay-Fairfield Bay Animal Shelter…………..$10.00 per real property tax bill NOW THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED BY THE QUORUM COURT OF VAN BUREN COUNTY, ARKANSAS THAT: SECTION 1. That the various millage enumerated above are as declared and they are hereby approved and levied by the Quorum Court of Van Buren County. SECTION 2. That the various millage enumerated above shall be collected in the year 2021 for 2020 taxes. Approved this 19th day of November, 2020
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 24th day of November, 2020. AMANDA THOMPSON, Executrix By: /s/ M.Edward Morgan M. EDWARD MORGAN, Bar No.82113 MORGAN LAW FIRM, P.A. Attorney for Estate 244 Highway 65 N, Suite 5 Clinton, AR 72031 (501) 745-4044
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF VAN BUREN COUNTY, ARKANSAS FIRST DIVISION 71PR-2020-111 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF NICHOLAS NAHAS, deceased NOTICE TO CREDITORS LAST KNOWN ADDRESS OF DECEDENT: 22 Lee Road Oak Hill, NY 12460 DATE OF DEATH: November 3, 2018 On the 18th day of November, 2020, an Affidavit for Collection of Small Estate by a distributee was filed with the Circuit Clerk of Van Buren County, Arkansas. The following real property is listed in the affidavit: THE S1/2 SE1/4 NW1/4 CONTAINING19.974 ACRES, THE NE1/4 SW1/4, CONTAINING 40.129 ACRES, THE SE1/4 SW1/4, CONTAINING 40.297 ACRES, SECTION 27, AND THE NE1/4 NW1/4, CONTAINING 40.481 ACRES, SECTION 34, ALL IN T-12-N, R-14-W, VAN BUREN COUNTY, ARKANSAS, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS, BEGINNING AT A SET IRON PIN AT THE COMMON ¼ SECTION CORNER TO SECTIONS 27 AND 34, T-12-N, R-14-W, THENCE S 01°39’11” W A DISTANCE OF 1324.98 FEET TO A SET IRON PIN AT THE SE CORNER OF THE NE1/4 NW1/4 SECTION 34; THENCE N 88°26’30” W A DISTANCE OF 1329.60 FEET TO A IRON PIN AT THE SW CORNER OF THE NE1/4 NW1/4; THENCE N 01°35’17” E A DISTANCE OF 1326.02 FEET TO A SET IRON PIN AT THE SW CORNER OF THE SE1/4 SW1/4 SECTION 27; THENCE N 01°14’32” E A DISTANCE OF 1323.28 FEET TO A SET IRON PIN AT THE NW CORNER OF THE SE1/4 SW1/4; THENCE N 01°14’32” E A DISTANCE OF 1323.28 FEET TO A SET IRON PIN AT THE NW CORNER OF THE NE1/4 SW1/4; THENCE N 01°48’15” E A DISTANCE OF 660.62 FEET TO A IRON PIN AT THE NW CORNER OF THE S1/2 SE1/4 NW1/4; THENCE S 87°57’05” E A DISTANCE OF 1319.89 FEET TO A IRON PIN AT THE NE CORNER OF THE S1/2 SE1/4 SW1/4; THENCE S 01°46’47” W A DISTANCE OF 657.65 FEET TO A STONE MONUMENT AT THE CENTER OF SECTION 27; THENCE S 01°00’11” W A DISTANCE OF 1319.68 FEET TO A SET IRON PIN AT THE NE CORNER OF THE SE1/4 SW1/4; THENCE S 01°00’11” W A DISTANCE OF 1319.68 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; CONTAINING AN AGGREGATE OF 6,136,796 SQUARE FEET, OR 140.881 ACRES. 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 24th day of November, 2020. By: /s/ Nathan S. Morgan NATHAN S. MORGAN, Bar #2009269 MORGAN LAW FIRM, P.A. Attorney for Estate 244 Highway 65 N, Suite 5 Clinton, AR 72031 (501) 745-4044
Sponsored by J.P. V. Lemings VAN BUREN COUNTY QUORUM COURT Sponsored by J.P. D Holt VAN BUREN COUNTY QUORUM COURT ORDINANCE NO. 2020-37 BE IT ENACTED BY THE QUORUM COURT OF THE COUNTY OF VAN BUREN, STATE OF ARKANSAS, AN ORDINANCE TO BE ENTITLED: AN EERGEMC ORDINANCE TO APPROVE THE PAYMENT ‘BY HOUR’ FOR THE ELECTION COMMISSIONERS FROM OCTOBER 29 THROUGH NOVEMBER 13 OF 2020 WHEREAS: In March of 2020 Ordinance #2020-10 was passed to change the wages of the Election Commissioners to $100 for the first 10 meetings, per Election; and WHEREAS: the new Election Commissioners have had to work many hours due to the unusual turnout for the 2020 General Presidential Election; and WHEREAS: the new Commissioners have asked to be paid as the Poll Worker at $10 per hour, for the hours worked from October 20 through November 13, to save the County money. NOW THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED BY THE QUORUM COURT OF VAN BUREN COUNTY, ARKANSAS THAT: The new Election Commissioners will be paid $10 per hour for the hours worked October 29 through November 13 of 2020.
APPROVED /s/ Dale James . Dale James, County Judge
Approved this 19th day of November, 2020
ATTEST: /s/ Pam Bradford . Pam Bradford, County Clerk
APPROVED /s/ Dale James . Dale James, County Judge ATTEST: /s/ Pam Bradford . Pam Bradford, County Clerk
ORDINANCE NO. 2020-36 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 #2019-55, THE ANNUAL OPERATING BUDGET FOR 2020, TO INCREASE THE PROJECTED REVENUE AND APPROPRIATE $27,348.00 INTO THE SOLID WASTE BUDGET AND $32,300.00 INTO THE 911 BUDGET. WHEREAS: Van Buren County has received monies that need to be appropriated into the Solid Waste Budget and 911 Budget to pay bills that are due; and WHEREAS: This money will need to be appropriated as follows: $27,348.00 into the Solid Waste Budget #3009-7003104 Tipping Fees And $32,300.00 into the 911 Budget #3020-501-3009 Other Professional Services NOW THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED BY THE QUORUM COURT OF VAN BUREN COUNTY, ARKANSAS THAT: $27,348.00 be appropriated into the Solid Waste Budget #3009-700-3104 and $32,300.00 be appropriated into the 911 Budget #3020-51-3009. Approved this 19th day of November, 2020 APPROVED /s/ Dale James . Dale James, County Judge ATTEST:
/s/ Pam Bradford Pam Bradford, County Clerk
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November 24, 2020
The Voice of Van Buren County
Fishing Report
The feeding frenzy of largemouth bass, as well as white bass, in Millwood Lake continues for anglers, including this Texas angler who was visiting. Photo provided by Mike Siefert.
Central Arkansas
Greers Ferry Lake
As of Wednesday, the Army Corps of Engineers reports the lake’s elevation at 458.32 feet msl (normal conservation pool: 462.04 feet msl). (updated 11-182020) Tommy Cauley of Fishfinder Guide Service (501-940-1318) said the water level at Greers Ferry Lake is at 458.33 feet msl, 3.71 feet below normal pool, with some on-again, wait, then more generation, wait, more generation for various reasons. Overall catching is real good in places and real bad in others. “According to the presence of shad, the turnover, weather conditions and species fished – that’s the short of it – try and mimic what follows for best guesstimations of when, what and how. Black bass are shallow to 100 feet. Alabama rigs, spoons, spinnerbaits, Wiggle Warts, jigs, topwater baits – a lot will work; stay around the shad. Crappie can be caught trolling and fishing vertically with jigs and minnows.
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No report on catfish. Walleye are roaming as well; a spoon will get a good bite when you find the walleye. Fish main and secondary points. Some bream are still shallow and will bite the regular stuff; no report on the rest. Hybrid bass and white bass are doing about the same as the black bass. Where things are settled, a spoon on structure right now is key, most of the rest are roaming. Stay with shad and try to mimic.
North Arkansas
White River
(updated 11-182020) Cotter Trout Dock (870-435-6525) said the White River is currently a little high with three generators (9,900 cfs) flowing round-the-clock over the past few days. “We're nearing power pool (659 msl elevation), so expect a decrease in releases soon. This has been an unseasonably warm November. We're experiencing beautiful mild days, cool nights and amazing creel fills of colorful rainbow trout. You'll find success with a vari-
ety of spoons and Blue Fox spinners. Any rainbow-colored spoons or Rooster Tails in your tackle box should be your first choice; throw those first. When bait fishing, the guides are using red wiggler worms and backing them up with shrimp and peach, orange or pink egg patterns. The X-Factor steelhead orange and shrimp colored baits (egg clusters and regular-sized egg patterns) as well as XFactor redworms are attracting the rainbows, too. “The browns are not immune to bait now even during the annual spawn; sculpins work one day, minnows the other. “More visitors are expected on the river with the upcoming holidays, so expect an increase in river traffic, although we haven't really seen much slow down this season to date. Be especially careful and thoughtful of other anglers: boaters, shore fishers and waders. The AGFC manages our trout waters so well, there's plenty of trout and lots of river for every type and size of an-
gler who visits. Come in (size 12), various coland share your fishing ored San Juan worms (worm brown, red, hot stories.” fluorescent pink and Norfork Tailwater cerise size 10), mop (updated 11-18- flies and egg patterns. 2020) John Berry of Berry Brothers Guide NorthWest Service in Cotter (870- Arkansas 435-2169) said Norfork Lake fell 0.9 foot to rest Beaver Lake As of Wednesday, at 1.2 feet above seasonal power pool of the Army Corps of Engi553.75 feet msl and 25 neers reports the lake’s feet below the top of elevation at 1,120.69 flood pool. The Norfork feet msl (normal contailwater had no wad- servation pool: 1,120.43 able water. All of the feet msl). (updated 11-18lakes in the White River system are now at 2020) Jon Conklin with or near power pool. We FishOn Guide Service said should receive wadable (479-233-3474) water in the near future. Beaver Lake has stabiThe Norfork is fish- lized and is clearing up ing well. Navigate this fairly well. “Stripers are stream with caution as biting if you can locate things have changed a them,” he said. “Covbit during recent flood- er lots of water from ing. There has been Rocky Branch all the major gravel recruit- way to Point 12. Stripment at the bottom of ers migrate up into the Mill Pond and the dock river arms this time of hole. The most pro- the year. Point 12 is a ductive flies have been great starting point to small midge patterns look, as is Big Hickory.” Crappie are con(sizes 18, 20, 22) like ruby midges, root beer tinuing to get better. Jon midges, zebra midg- says to look them on es (black or red with sil- brush in 15 feet of waver wire and silver bead) ter. “This stable weathand soft hackles (sizes er should really spur on 14, 16) like the Green the bite this next week.” Bass have been hit Butt. Egg patterns have also been productive. and miss. Walleye still Double-fly nymph rigs seem to be scarce. “Not have been very effec- sure what’s going on tive. Try a pheasant tail with them. White bass size 14 below a cerise starting to school up San Juan worm. The around islands at Praifishing is better in the rie Creek. Spoon time is right around the cormorning. Dry Run Creek is ner for whites and stripfishing well. There is less ers. Good luck and enpressure with school joy this weather.” underway, so expect less pressure during the Beaver Tailwater (updated 11-18week. Weekends can be pretty busy, how- 2020) Guide Austin Ken(479-244-0039) ever. Brown trout have nedy begun moving into the says, “Fishing this past creek. The Norfork Na- week has been prettional Fish Hatchery is ty good in the tailwaopen but the restrooms ter. Get out there early if are still closed. The hot you want to avoid genflies have been sow- eration, otherwise you bugs (size 14), Y2Ks will have to find some
slackwater or drift fish from a boat. Most trout have been hitting on various PowerBaits fished with light terminal tackle. Spoons and small crankbaits have also worked as well. “The river is running a little high due to the previous rain, so you should be able to get through Spider Creek with a boat for the time being. A few walleye are still being caught; try jigging live minnows or working soft plastics close to the bottom. Pulling a crawler harness with a nightcrawler can do the trick as well. This week’s hot spot is between Parker Bottoms and the dam. Bank fishing should really be productive. Y’all stay warm, be safe and catch some fish.”
NorthEast Arkansas
Lake Charles
(updated 11-182020) Shelly Jeffrey at Lake Charles State Park (870-878-6595) said there were no reports from fishing over the past weekend, but she notes that anglers will be in the middle of the best days to fish, based on moon times, through Wednesday, Nov. 18. Also, the lake drawdown began on Sunday. Surface water temperature Sunday morning was 60 degrees and the water was still murky. The level as of Sunday was normal. Shelly says that the next good stretch of days for fishing fall Nov. 27-Dec. 3. The lake drawdown is used to help flood the Shirey Bay Rainey Brake Wildlife Management Area for waterfowl season.
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The Voice of Van Buren County
November 24, 2020
The Voice of Van Buren County
November 24, 2020
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12 Months of Gardening
by Jeffry Burgess est. Ask a few innocent den.
My long time friend and fellow organic gardener, Lalla Ostergren, used to say, “My garden is a year round project.” Her favorite gardening activity in December was beginning the plan for next years garden. First she would review her garden notebook, and map, from the past year, making notes of what succeeded and what didn’t. Then as the first gardening catalogs arrived, she would pour over pictures and descriptions. And then began making lists of what to order and where in the garden to plant, how much space would be needed and how much seed to buy. By the end of December, she would have a completed map of her new garden plan, including crop rotations, and have ordered all her seed. While I have never matched her productivity, I did catch her enthusiasm. As a result, I am now a year round gardener. And my favorite December gardening activity is buying gardening gifts for friends and family who garden. There are numerous options to be found online, although knowing what they really want is the only way to bring a beautiful smile to avid gardeners face when they open your gift. Most are happily willing to share their passion and babble on at great length if you show a little inter-
questions and you’ll know exactly what they want before they know it. Meanwhile, back in the garden, as of this moment, apparently my tomatoes will continue to develop, somehow having escaped the only brief freeze we have had so far this season. Neighbors have shared similar stories, which emphasizes a point. When the falls are mild it’s worth the effort of covering crops during the first freeze or two. Our average first frost is mid October and it is now almost December. That’s six weeks of extra growth which can result in dozens of extra tomatoes before the season closes. The mild autumn has also accelerated cool weather crop development, causing some to go to seed earlier than normal. But otherwise, county gardens are producing big batches of kale, collards, Swiss chard, beets, turnips, mustard, cabbage, spinach, tatsoi, bok choy, carrots, lettuce and radishes. Most of these will have no problem with the dip into the 20s predicted this weekend, and still thrive on for weeks to come. Don’t forget to water and fertilize when needed. But go easy on the nitrogen in your fertilizer mix as it can reduce cold hardiness. Place the crops you are trying to overwinter in the sunniest locations in your gar-
Remember that the sun’s angle in the sky is much lower in the winter. Parts of Lalla’s main garden would be shaded by her two story house by the end of November and stay that way into February, making it a poor location for overwintered crops. Other activities for December include planting spring flowering bulbs. As long as you can work the soil with a shovel it’s not too late to plant. And add fertilizer to existing bulb beds for better blooms in the spring. Use the last of those fall leaves as mulch or in the compose pile. Running a mower over them first allows rain to pass through when used as mulch and helps them to decompose faster in the compost pile. Don’t forget to turn your compost pile regularly. That will help it decompose more quickly, turning it into the “brown gold” all gardens love. Clean up the garden. Remove or burn dead and diseased foliage. Don’t forget the Jerusalem artichokes. Since they don’t store well in the refrigerator it’s best to just dig them up as you need them. That’s easy to forget since all the top growth dies back in the winter. I have my patch marked with stones and a little flag to remind me where they are. If you’re not familiar with this plant
This year’s milder than usual temperatures have allowed local tomatoes to grow almost until December, as this Crabtree garden demonstrates. Photo by Jeffry Burgess
you should be. They are not from Jerusalem and they are not related to globe artichokes but they are super easy to grow and very healthy. Also known as sunchokes, or earth apples, they are a knobby root vegetable with lots of fiber, potassium and iron. And since they have blood sugar balancing properties, are used by diabetics as a potato substitute. It has also been suggested they can be good for persons with high cholesterol. Once they get established in a good location very little maintenance is needed. Now is a good time to have your soil tested. There is plenty of time to add amendments that will improve the quality of your soil and the productivity of your
These beets and other cool weather crops are doing exceptionally well in the county due milder than usual temperatures. spring garden. Check and clean your garden tools. Oil wooden handles. Is there anything that needs replacing? Maybe you can drop some hints around people who might buy you a gift. Geraniums and coleus can be trimmed and the stems rooted in a glass of water for new plants. Begonia pieces 1 to 1 1/2 inches long can be gently pressed into moistened potting soil. Give them high humidity and keep them in a warm, well-lit spot out of direct sunlight until roots begin to form. While the memories are still fresh, make notes about about what did and didn’t work in the garden this year and why. Keeping your notes from year to year can help you spot trends that can be helpful in heading off problems and repeating successes. Consider buying a garden journal or put it on your gift list. There will be plenty of nice days this winter to build season extenders. A cold frame can be as simple as four boards nailed together on the ground covered by an old window. Seed can be started early in these for the spring garden. There are numerous plans for and places to order season extenders on the internet. Or keep it sim-
ple with sheets, blankets and plastic as protective coverings. Many cool weather crops will survive mild winters here with just thick layer of mulch. All these covers need to be removed, or pulled back regularly, on mild winter days, for best growth. Good air circulation makes for healthier plants. Some say this all seems like a lot of work. I say the ability to have fresh vegetables to eat all winter, grown with my help and hands, is worth the effort. A recent issue of Consumer Report said pesticide reside was found on a large portion of produce tested from supermarkets. I know what goes on my produce at home and since I use organic methods, the very little bit of organic pesticide I use breaks down quickly in the environment and is long gone by the time my veggies reach the dinner table. The same can not be said for factory farms where widespread chemical use is regular and persistent. My friend Lalla always said working in her organic garden and eating her organic produce contributed greatly to her wellbeing, peace of mind and longevity. My experience is becoming increasingly similar. We hope to see you in the garden next month.
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The Voice of Van Buren County
November 24, 2020
Van Buren County in it’s beautiful splendor
photos by Warren Johnson
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