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TUESDAY, December 17, 2019 / Vol. 5 Issue 51 / 75 cents
Council talks aid, OKs budget
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Mutual aid versus automatic aid among fire departments was a subject for discussion at last week’s Clinton City Council meeting. Basically, mutual aid means that a fire department will assist if called in by the district where a fire is occurring. Automatic aid means that everyone responds. Clinton offers only mutual aid to other fire departments in the county while all other departments in the county have automatic aid with each other. Clinton Fire Chief D.L. Webb told the council that automatic aid could eventually affect ISO rat-
ings. He said leaving the city without adequate protection while responding to a fire elsewhere in the county could harm ISO ratings, “probably not the first time,” but eventually. He also said that under automatic aid, other departments could claim the Clinton department’s personnel and assets without having to buy their own. He also stated that the department’s expenses would increase. Webb said calls for the year to the department were about 70. Councilman and volunteer firefighter Shon Hastings said those
calls would likely be double under automatic aid. The council also voted to adopt its budget for 2020. According to figures provided by the mayor, the budget for the water department is $2.2 million and the budget for the city is $2.145. Also at the meeting, Water Department Manager Will Hinchey reported a 39 percent water loss, including 54 percent in Dennard where two big leaks were found. He said chemical costs for the month were 8 cents/ thousand. Hinchey also said he has sent an updated facility plan to try to get funding for
the smart meter program. He said he has talked to Community Water, which has 7,000 customers and can read the meters from the office on all but about 150. He said the rate increase on water and sewer bills will begin in January. Police Chief John Willoughby reported to the council that the department has been busy, issuing 70 citations and filing three felony charges. Zoning official Phillip Ellis announced that he was resigning at the end of the year. Mayor Richard McCormac has said Tim Clark will replace Ellis.
Sheriff’s office makes several drug arrests Van Buren County sheriff’s deputies made several drug arrests in December. On Dec. 6, deputies Derek Sandford and Garrett Bradley reported that they observed a vehicle cross the center line. Driver Herbert Brown gave consent to search, according to an arrest affidavit, and deputies discovered two glass smoking devices and two bags (approximately 1.9 grams) of a white crystal-like substance believed to be methamphetamine, the affidavit states. Brown, 60, of Livingston, Texas, has been charged with possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia, both Class D felonies, and driving left of center. Arraignment is set for Jan. 17, 2020, in Van Buren County Circuit Court. Brown was released on a $1,500 bond. Sheena
Hudson,
38, of Bee Branch was arrested Dec. 7 after Deputy Derek Sandford reported that her silver Mercedes Benz had a headlight out. Hudson handed over five pills that were Schedule II narcotics and a search of her vehicle turned up a small bag (about 0.9 grams) of a white crystal-like substance, according to the arrest affidavit. She has been charged with possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia, both Class D felonies, defective equipment and driving with a suspended license. Arraignment is set for Jan. 17, 2020, in Van Buren County Circuit Court. Hudson was released on $2,500 bond. Sheriff Lucas Emberton was attempting to stop a vehicle on Cemetery Road on Dec. 4 when it appeared the vehicle was fleeing, according to
an arrest affidavit. The vehicle pulled over at Huie Cemetery and driver Colton Grimes and passenger April Dease were arrested after a search turned up a small bag containing what appeared to be a small amount of methamphetamine, according to the affidavit. A loaded glass smoking device and marijuana were discovered on Dease’s body, the report states. Grimes, 24, of Clinton has been charged with possession of a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia, both Class D felonies, and several traffic offenses. Arraignment is set for Jan. 16. Dease, 33, of Bee Branch has been charged with possession of a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia, both Class D felonies. She has been released on a $2,500 bond.
Quorum Court plans to meet twice in week The Van Buren County Quorum Court will hold two meetings this week. A special meeting was called for Tuesday, Dec. 17, and according to the agenda it will cover the usual topics for the meeting, including department head reports. The second meeting, at the normally scheduled time Thursday, apparently will address the proposed sales tax ordinance as County Judge Dale James seeks to extend the current 1 cent tax. Meeting time for both is 6 p.m. at the Van Buren County Courthouse Annex. The meetings are open to the public.
A recent sunset in Clinton
(Photo by Robert Snyder)
Shirley council meets The Shirley City Council has decided to leave funds left from the water department in the General Fund for now because banks are not currently paying very high interest rates on CDs. The council also decided not to sell its downtown buildings, but to continue leasing them instead.
Mayor Lisa Hackett told councilors that the annual Christmas party on Dec. 7 went very well and turnout was good. Left undone at the Dec. 9 meeting was the budget for 2020. Councilors voted to extend the 2019 budget through January 2020 as they continue to review the figures.
The council also voted to accept the resignation of member JoCarol Hamilton who has moved out of the city limits. They also agreed to rehire the former janitor of the Senior Center, Norma Anderson, for three hours per week. The next meeting of the council is scheduled for Jan. 13, 2020.
Wreaths Across America The South SideBee Branch EAST program and its sponsor Julie Nelson presented the annual Wreaths Across America at Bee Branch Cemetery on Dec. 14. Each December on National Wreaths Across America Day, the mission to Remember, Honor and Teach is carried
out by coordinating wreath-laying ceremonies at Arlington National Cemetery, as well as at more than 1,600 additional locations in all 50 U.S. states, at sea and abroad. South Side has taken part in the ceremony for the past several years. National Wreaths
Across America is observed on a Saturday in mid-December each year. Wreaths Across America Day pays tribute in veterans cemeteries nationwide. The aim is to raise awareness of the sacrifices veterans make for the country and encouraging more people to remember.
Curve work - Highway 66, just east of Leslie, is being shored up where the road ascends along the cliff face as it winds its way to the top of the plateau. Expect delays.
Wreaths for veterans - Travis Love places a wreath at Bee Branch Cemetery during Wreaths Across America on Saturday.
(Photo by Jeff Burgess)
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Ethan Swortz of South Side - Bee Branch School District, has won the fifth - grade Chess Tournament, competing against students from Clinton, Guy Perkins, Vilonia, Conway, West Side, Shirley and Heber Springs.
The Van Buren County Museum in Clinton will be closed Dec. 20, 2019 until January 7, 2020. It's time once again for the 3rd Friday night of the month for the Scotland Senior Citizens Center Musical, December 20. Come and bring your instrument and voice or just listen to a variety of music such as gospel or country. Potluck refreshments begin at 6 p.m. and the music starts at 6:30. Everyone is welcome. December 28th is Park Fest: This daylong event is held in Archey Fork Park the last Saturday of each month. Free set-up for local vendors, fundraisers, and community activity organizers. For more information on this event call 501-253-1003.
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Phi Theta Kappa - The University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton inducted new members into the Beta Eta Sigma chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, an international honor society of community and junior colleges, during a ceremony inside the college’s Fine Arts Auditorium on November 12. New Phi Theta Kappa members include: Maria Lopez of Bee Branch (pictured above) and Kristen Reeves of Clinton.
Step back in time
Diary chronicles travels
The following is an excerpt from the diary of LTC James C. Bates, CSA. Lt. Col. James Campbell Bates (1837-1891) chronicled his experiences while traveling through Searcy and Van Buren County, Arkansas, during the Civil War in 1862. "April 6 1862 Sun: Marched eighteen miles–passed through Burrowville [Marshall] – a very sorry place about 100 greasy dirty looking individuals – all out to see us pass by. Houses nearly all log huts. Ladies waved their gingham handkerchiefs at us as we passed. Carried
CWD-positive deer found in Independence County From Arkansas Game & Fish
A new case of chronic wasting disease has been found in Independence County. A hunter-harvested white-tailed deer taken east of Oil Trough tested positive for the disease. The buck, sampled through the AGFC’s network of partnering taxidermists, tested positive for CWD at the Arkansas Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory and was confirmed by the Wisconsin Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory in Madison. Although Independence County is outside the AGFC’s CWD Management Zone, the AGFC does not expect to make any changes to deer-hunting regulations for the remainder of the 2019-20 deer hunting season. Dr. Jenn Ballard, state wildlife veterinarian for the AGFC, says the agency will evaluate the need for any expansion of the CWD Management Zone during the hunting regulations-setting process once the season is over. “Changing the regulations mid-season would not be fair to hunters,” Ballard said. Ballard says the new positive case in Independence County is indicative of how the disease can spread slowly through natural deer movements.
“We know bucks tend to carry a higher prevalence of the disease than does, and we know bucks can disperse long distances, potentially moving the disease across the landscape,” Ballard said. “That is why we have partnered with taxidermists to help us collect samples as a free service to hunters.” Hunters who wish to have their deer tested for CWD can voluntarily take the head of the deer, with 6 inches of neck still attached, to one of the AGFC’s network of participating taxidermists to have a sample tested for free. They also may drop off the head at one of dozens of CWD-testing collection stations positioned throughout the state. Since the confirmed CWD positive deer was found in Independence County, the AGFC has set up a new CWD-testing collection station in Oil Trough. Visit www.agfc.com/ CWD for a list of testing locations. Local landowners near Oil Trough may contact the AGFC to participate in surveillance efforts in the area. For more information, call 501-978-7370. The current CWD management zone includes Baxter, Benton, Boone, Carroll, Crawford, Franklin, Johnson, Logan, Madison, Marion, Newton, Pope,
Scott, Searcy, Sebastian, Stone, Van Buren, Washington and Yell counties. CWD was first detected in Arkansas Feb. 23, 2016. Since the first detection, AGFC has sampled and tested more than 20,600 deer and elk from across the state. To date, 770 deer and elk have tested positive for the disease in Arkansas. Research indicates that CWD is caused by a misfolded protein called a prion that is transmitted through feces, urine and saliva, and can survive for years in soil and plants. CWD can have an incubation period of at least 16 months, which means infected animals may not show signs of disease immediately. CWD prions accumulate throughout the body and affect an animal’s nervous system. The diseased prions cause normal cellular proteins to misfold into abnormal shapes, which accumulate until neural cells cease to function. Infected animals begin to lose weight, lose their appetite and develop an insatiable thirst. They may separate from their herds, walk in repetitive patterns, carry their head low, salivate, urinate frequently and grind their teeth. Visit www.agfc. com/CWD for more information.
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forage for our horses two or three miles. Camped on Buffalo Creek in rich valley of land. Bought some molasses & milk this morning. April 7 1862 Mon: Marched eight miles – camped at foot of Boston or Ozark Mountain on Cove Creek – Searcy County – three fourths of men here are Union – have been quiet since heard we were coming through – forage for horses plenty – left eight men behind to have horses shod – left John Gibbons sick also left Dan Hatcher four days ago with foundered horse & could not keep up – little uneasy about him – our cook left behind today – have to do our own cooking. April 8 1862 Tues: Ordered last night to be up at 3 & be ready to march at 5 – was up & ready but did not start till 7 as we were ordered to rear today. Ascended Ozark Mts which is not near so bad as where we crossed going up – but few houses on mountains – they on-
Gold Star - Terry Rushing (center) accepts a Gold Star on behalf of the Van Buren County Farm Bureau at the annual state convention in Little Rock. Also pictured are state Vice President Rich Hillman (left) and state President Randy Veach. The award represents recognition of the county’s efforts in the promotion of agriculture. (Photo submitted by Cindy Wilson)
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All meetings are open to the public. Van Buren County Quorum Court, 6 p.m., third Thursday of the month at the Courthouse Annex, Highway 65, Clinton. Special meeting this month at 6 p.m. Tuesday as well as regularly scheduled meeting Thursday. Clinton City Council, 6:30 p.m., second Thursday of the month Lunch and a visit - Old friends get together at the Shirley Senior Center at the Clinton Municirecently. They are (from lef) Jimmie Leon Kirkendoll, Darrell Bradford, pal Airport off Highway Armon Hensley and Jerel Brown. (Photo by Diana Kay Stell) 16 East. Damascus City Council, 6 p.m., second Tuesday of the month at City Hall on Highway 65.
Fairfield Bay City Council, 7 p.m., second Monday of each month at 130 Village Place, Suite 2F in the conference room.
the PD Room, Administration Building.
South Side-Bee Branch School Board, 5:30 p.m., third Monday of each month in Shirley City Coun- the Linda Pennington cil, 7 p.m., second Conference Room. Monday of the month Clinton School at the Shirley CommuBoard, 5:30 p.m., third nity Center. Monday of each month Clinton Advertising at the Administrative and Promotion Com- offices building. mission, 6 p.m., third Van Buren County Tuesday of the month at the Clinton Munici- Library board of direcpal Airport on Highway tors meetings are held at 4 p.m. the second 16 East. Wednesday of each Shirley School month at the library Board, 6:30 p.m., fourth meeting room. Monday of the month at
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Donation - Andy Miller (third from left) of Flywheel Energy donated $2,000 to the Van Buren County Aging Program. Also pictured are ((from left) Board President Phillip Ellis, Coordinator Pamala Draeger, and County Judge Dale James. The Van Buren County Aging Program provides meals, transportation, and wellness services for residents age 60 and over. Call 745-2244 for information.
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Senior Center menus Clinton and Damascus
Dec. 17 - Meatloaf, mashed potatoes, mixed vegetables, roll, pears. Dec. 18 - Mild Mountain chili, coleslaw, crackers, fruit. Dec. 19 - Ham w/ pineapple sauce, yam patty, green beans, roll, pecan dessert. Dec. 23 - Hamburger, corn salad, baked chips, banana pudding. Dec. 24 - Roast turkey, gravy, mashed potatoes, cornbread dressing, cranberry sauce, green beans, pumpkin pie, whipped topping. Dec. 25-26 Closed Dec. 30 - Teriyaki chicken, fluffy rice, Oriental vegetables, Mandarin oranges, brownie. Dec. 31 - Breaded pork cutlet, scalloped corn and broccoli, greens, autumn delight. Jan. 1 - Closed Jan. 2 - Sliced ham, black-eyed peas, greens, cornbread, cinnamon pears.
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Dec. 17 - Chicken/ broccoli quiche, hash browns, hot sliced apples, blueberry muffin. Dec. 18 - Pork loin, scalloped corn and
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broccoli, greens, autumn delight. Dec. 19 - Baked turkey w/gravy, cornbread dressing, cranberry sauce, mashed potatoes, green beans, pumpkin pie w/whipped topping. Dec. 20 - Hamburger, corn salad, baked chips, banana pudding. Dec. 24 - Meatballs and brown gravy, mashed potatoes, broccl, strawberry pop cake. Dec. 25-27 Closed Dec. 31 - Smoked sausage, sauerkraut, carrots, cornbread, mixed fruit. Jan. 1 - Closed
Scotland
Dec. 17 - Meatloaf, mashed potatoes, mixed vegetables, roll, pears. Dec. 18 - Mild Mountain chili, coleslaw, crackers, fruit. Dec. 19 - Ham w/ pineapple sauce, yam patty, green beans, roll, pecan dessert. Dec. 23 - Hamburger, corn salad, baked chips, banana pudding. Dec. 24 - Roast turkey, gravy, mashed potatoes, cornbread dressing, cranberry sauce, green beans, pumpkin pie, whipped topping. Dec. 25-26 -
Closed Dec. 30 - Teriyaki chicken, fluffy rice, Oriental vegetables, Mandarin oranges, brownie. Dec. 31 - Breaded pork cutlet, scalloped corn and broccoli, greens, autumn delight. Jan. 1 - Closed Jan. 2 - Sliced ham, black-eyed peas, greens, cornbread, cinnamon pears.
Shirley
Dec. 17 - Chicken/ broccoli quiche, hash browns, hot sliced apples, blueberry muffin. Dec. 18 - Pork loin, scalloped corn and broccoli, greens, autumn delight.
Dec. 19 - Baked turkey w/gravy, cornbread dressing, cranberry sauce, mashed potatoes, green beans, pumpkin pie w/whipped topping. Dec. 23 - Glazed chicken, green peas, creamed carrots, eggnog pound cake. Dec. 24 - Meatballs and brown gravy, mashed potatoes, broccoli, strawberry pop cake. Dec. 25-26 Closed Dec. 30 - Hamburger, corn salad, baked chips, banana pudding. Dec. 31 - Smoked sausage, sauerkraut, carrots, cornbread, mixed fruit.
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Obituaries
Reva Myrick
Reva Marie Elliott Myrick, 88, of Clinton, passed away Wednesday, December 11, 2019. She was born March 10, 1931 in Bakersfield, California to the late Cliffton Elliott and Anna Bonds Elliott. Reva was the owner of Myrick’s Produce. She enjoyed fishing, flowers, gardening but most of all she loved her grandkids. Left to cherish her memory are three grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, friends and other family members. Reva is preceded in death by her parents; husband W.D. Myrick; son, Warren Douglas Myrick; siblings, John Elliott, Thurman Elliott, Edward Elliott, and Lois Elliott Kiehne. Visitation was Monday, December 16, 2019, at Clinton Funeral Service with graveside services following at 2 p.m. at the Archey Valley Cemetery with Richard McCormac and Tripp Estlinbaum officiating. Pallbearers: Tommy Elliott, Chad Elliott, Guinn Aday, David Elliott, George Snider, Zeke Keeling. Honorary Pallbearers: Gerald Cook, Allen Aday, Fred Prince.
Linda Harden
Linda Rea Harden, 71, of Clinton, passed away Friday, December 6, 2019. She was born May 6, 1948 in Casa, Arkansas, to the late William Nathan Cross and Norma Elizabeth Rainey Coates. Linda worked for Ozark Health for over 23 years as a CNA and ward clerk. She was a member of Clinton Church of Christ.
Left to cherish her memory is one sister, Lavone Bradford; 12 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, friends and other family members. Linda is preceded in death by her parents; her siblings, Lou Pryor and Sue Johnson; and her son Nathan Harden. Pallbearers: Jacob Andrews, Adam Wofford, Josh Thomas, Andrew Harden, Kyle Martin, Randy Cassell. Honorary Pallbearers: Matt Thomas, John Wofford, Brice Harden, Chris Henderson, James Scoles, Larry Scoles, Nick Garrett, Mike McDade and Gene Tanner. Visitation was Wednesday, December 11, 2019, at Clinton Church of Christ. Services were 10 a.m. Thursday, December 12, 2019, at Clinton Church of Christ with Stan Smith officiating. Burial was at the Casa Cemetery.
Fred Knight
Fred M. Knight of Fairfield Bay born February 3, 1928, to Fred M. Knight Sr. and Pearl Elizabeth Knight, and died December 8, 2019. Following two years of military service in the US Army, Fred pursued a 30-year PGA golf career where he achieved a Class A Lifetime Member of the PGA of America and was a member of the PGA Half Century Club. He had the distinction of being the first golf pro and coach at LSU and then worked as the golf pro for 25 years at the Bayou Country Club in Thibodaux, Louisiana. Fred continued his lifelong golf connection after retirement as a pri-
vate golf instructor. Fred was a great ambassador for the game of golf and had a passion for teaching and sharing the game with others. Fred was a member of West Side First Baptist Church in Greers Ferry, Arkansas, where he was a deacon. The church will host visitation at 10 a.m. December 21 followed by a memorial service at 11 a.m. and lunch at noon. Interment will be at the Mt. Pleasant Missionary Baptist Church cemetery in Cabot, Arkansas. Fred is survived by his wife of 65 years, Bettybel Knight. He was preceded in death by parents, and his children Keith G. Knight and Kerry D. Knight.
Carol Crawford
Carol Ann Crawford, 76, of Bee Branch, Arkansas lost her battle with cancer on Monday, December 9, 2019. She was born November 18, 1943 to the late T.R. and Estelle (Bratcher) Green in Dallas, Texas. Carol was devoted to her family. She enjoyed baking, gardening and spending time with her sons and grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents,; her beloved husband, Bufard (Flucy) Crawford Sr.; and brother, Jeff Green. Left to cherish her memory are her sisters, Betty Coffman of Waxahachie, Texas, Linda Knopp (Jackie) of Fairfield Bay, Arkansas; brother, Doug Green (Nancy) of Bee Branch, Arkansas; sons, Michael (Christine) of Greenbrier, Arkansas, Tommy (Heather) of Conway, Arkansas, James and Bufard Jr. (Pennie) of Bee Branch, Arkansas; 12 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren and many oth-
Religion Christmas can be confusing Christmas can be a very confusing holiday. We sing, “It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas” but the weather never changes in places like Hawaii, the Caribbean, Mexico and Honduras. And doesn’t December 25th look a whole like January 1st? Grandparents shouldn’t sing, “I’ll be home for Christmas” because they are home! Everybody goes to their house for Christmas. This Santa fella is most confusing. He’s everywhere at the same time. I mean physically, literally everywhere. He changes ethnicities, speaks all languages and wears funny clothes. And is he the best example for our kids in America? Aren’t
we having an obesity problem these days? No wonder he’s overweight! All he does is sit around 364 days a year and eat other people’s cookies on the one day he does work. Night, actually. Someone close to him should have an “Intervention” for him. He apparently doesn’t know about the health hazards of overeating and no exercise. Christmas is confusing, I tell you. We celebrate someone’s birth and buy everybody else birthday presents. Everybody but him. When’s the last time you asked somebody what they’re giving Jesus for his birthday? Probably never. But I have. Many times. And I always get the same
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response: a blank stare and silence. It’s like they’re saying, “You got me on that one. Never thought of that!” I watch people and wonder are we celebrating Santa or Jesus? It’s confusing. I know of one kindergarten teacher who sought to end all confusion by just telling the kids that Christmas was Santa’s birthday. I even saw on the cover of a national magazine a picture of Santa Claus on a cross, and the cross was decorated like a Christmas tree. Was that their attempt to end the confusion? Probably not.
er family members and friends. Visitation is Wednesday, December 18, 2019 at 1 p.m. at the South Side Baptist Church in Damascus (Bee Branch). Funeral services will follow at 2 p.m. at the church. Interment will be at Bee Branch Cemetery. Pallbearers: grandsons Josh, Christopher, Jeremy, Daniel Charlie, and Dakota, Phillip Garrison, Stan Knopp and Jerry Coffman.
Michelle Johnson
Michelle R. Johnson, 55 years old, born in Lincoln, Nebraska on October 12, 1964 to Bonnie (Trahan) and Virgil Voss (deceased), passed away on December 10, 2019 from pancreatic cancer. She was preceded in death by son, Gregory Wayne Johnson; daughter, Shannon Raquel Voss; first husband, Mark Lloyd Lyne; and brother, Fritz Eric Voss. She is survived by husband Brad L. Johnson of Dorchester, Nebraska; sons, Derek S. Lyne of Lincoln, Nebraska and Zachary D. Detty of Omaha, Nebraska; sister, Christina M. Voss of Lincoln; mother, Bonnie Trahan-True of Shirley, Arkansas; aunts, uncles and numerous cousins.
December 17, 2019 loved and will be deeply missed. Barbara is preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Neil Beverage; and one sister, Beverly Talley (James). Left to cherish her memory are one son, Robert Nelson (Donna) of Tulare, California; three daughters, Lisa Dawson (Steven), of Scotland, Arkansas, Pam Coffee (Johnny), of Scotland, Arkansas, and Julie Standley, of Bay Saint Louis, Mississippi; eight grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; five sisters, Patricia, Shirley (Jim), Nancy, Karen, Linda; four brothers, Martin, Chris, Curtis, John; other relatives and a host of friends. Visitation was Friday, December 13, 2019 at the Scotland Christian Lighthouse Fellowship Church in Scotland, Arkansas. Funeral services were 2 p.m. at the church with Pastor Shelia Gardner officiating. Interment was at Foster Cemetery in Scotland.
Barbara Jean Coffee, 78, of Clinton, Arkansas was born on July 3, 1941 in Kansas City, Missouri to the late Albert and Wanda (Kelley) Sanders and went to be with her Lord on December 10, 2019 in Conway, Arkansas. She was a cashier at a gas station for 20 years, but Barbara's greatest joy was her family. Barbara loved animals and always saw that they were cared for. She is dearly
I didn’t read the article, so your guess is as good as mine. And who lives at the North Pole anyway? Polar bears, muskrats and Santa, that’s who. Well, if that makes old Saint Nick jolly then more power to him. Me, I’d rather make my home on a tropical island with dolphins and surfing. Why all these manger scenes everywhere? Why is it such a huge deal that a baby was born 2,000 years ago of poor parents in a small village is some obscure part of the world, birthed in a stable and laid in an animal feeding trough? All of this can be very confusing to the casual observer. But then, none of us should be casual observers of this most important holiday of the year, which memorializes the most significant event in history. I don’t want to miss anything. I love the carols and the shopping, the food and
Gale Kermeen
Gale Marie Kermeen (Johnson) passed into heaven on Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2019. Gale was born May 31, 1923. She worked with her chiropractor-husband for 30 years in Waupun, Wisconsin. She and “Doc" moved to Fairfield Bay, Arkansas in October of 1979. Gale was active with the Willing Workers of the Fairfield Bay Methodist church and served with the Women Auxiliary at Indian Rock Village. She wrote that “her biggest dream was living with God here and in heaven.” Gale is now united with her husband Robert, parents Herman and Esther Johnson, and sisters Kathryn and Lucille.
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Joyce Stapleton
Barbara Coffee
and Richard Cates. A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Joyce Ann Cates Stapleton, 59, of Clinton, passed away Wednesday, December 11, 2019. She was born January 2, 1960 in Charleston, Arkansas to Calvin Cates and Marylee Harmon. Joyce was a line worker for Conagra and Pilgrim Pride. She was of the Baptist faith and enjoyed fishing. Left to cherish her memory is her mother, Marylee Harmon; husband, Douglas Stapleton; siblings, Danny Cates, Jim Cates, Kent Cates, Jenette Cates, Sarah Cates, Elizabeth Koone; several nieces, nephews, friends and other family members. Joyce is preceded in death by her father, Calvin Cates and brothers, Kenny Ray Cates
Thomas Willard Ridenour, 73, of Leslie, passed away Friday, December 13, 2019. He was born October 10, 1946 in Houston, Texas to the late Leonard Ridenour and Victoria Biggs. Thomas was a welder for over 30 years. Left to cherish his memory are his children, Cindy Williams, Thomas Ridenour, Bryan Ridenour, Richard Ridenour and Vicky Coleman; one brother, Leonard Ridenour; 11 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; one great,-great-grandson; and many nieces, nephews, friends and other family members. Thomas is preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Wilburn Ridenour and Joyce Swarthout. Visitation will be Tuesday, December 17, 2019 from 12-2 p.m. at Clinton Funeral Service.
good cheer, trees deco- joy the true meaning of rated and presents and Christmas. That baby’s families being together. birth we celebrate is a I even love eggnog and See Religion fruitcake. It is truly “The on page 6A most wonderful time of the year. I have fun with Santa. He’s not a bad guy. In fact, he inspires a lot of good cheer during the dreary days of winter, just when we need it. I love happy people. Especially those who ride around in sleds pulled by reindeer up in the sky. But mostly I en-
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Thelma Murray Shirley
Around 200 people who attended the Shirley Christmas Party and 18 bicycles given away. Every child there got two presents; all the toys were donated to Mayor Lisa Hackett by friends of Shirley. Plus there was more food than could be eaten, so a lot of food went home with people after the party. Only at Christmas and only in a little town like Shirley could a thing like this happen. If you are looking for a gift for someone that has everything,
downtown Shirley is the place to look on the high sidewalk. Emma Swofford's children are asking family and friends to send her a birthday card. She will be 75 years old between Christmas and New Years. I will report back after the first of the year and let you know how many cards she gets. Her address is 1722 Old Hickory Drive,Shirley, AR 72153. This will be the last paper you get before Christmas. The next one will be printed on Dec. 31, 2019. So Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year and may God Bless all who read this paper. The Senior Citizen Centers in Van Buren County are in need of donations of money. Any amount would help. The board is asking if it would be possible for churches in the county to help them. Report to me if you would like to help.
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Senior Centers - Winners at the Scotland Seniors Center pool tournament last week were: first place Jimmy Allen; second place Doyle Scroggins; third place Glendale Rogers. The Scotland center also offers Bingo on Wednesday and Thursday mornings with gospel singing on Wednesday mornings. Each event starts at 10 a.m.
Jeff Burgess Crabtree
The bookmobile is in Tilly at 10:30 a.m. and Zion Hill at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday. The weak Leonis Minorid meteor shower peaks Friday night. Look low in the northwest. The winter solstice is official at 10:19 p.m. Saturday. That first astronomical day of winter will only see 9 hours and 35 minutes of light here, as the North Pole reaches its maximum tilt away from the sun. Celebrations are held around the world. The Ursid meteor
shower peaks with 10 per hour Monday night. Look towards the North Star. The Crabtree Senior Night Potluck will not be held the last Friday of December, due to holiday conflicts. The last chance for modern gun deer hunting, this season, is December 26-28. Check the Regs for details. Alread’s scholarship application time begins January 1. For details see a member of EHC or ACRDC. A quick Christmas trivia quiz: 1) What much reviled Christmas edible is known for its long shelf life? 2) What traditional Christmas decoration is actually a parasitic plant? 3) What well-known Christmas carol became the first song ever broadcast from
space in 1965? (Answers: 1-fruitcake, 2-mistletoe, 3-Jingle Bells) If you have info about the greater Crabtree and west 16 community, call or text, Jeff Burgess, 745-1249.
James & Joyce Burns Scotland
We had a good turnout for our First Saturday Breakfast and appreciate your support. We had a great Christmas Potluck last Saturday night. Not as many as usually attended but we had a nice time and Santa was there and he loved being there as much as the kids loved him. Do not forget that next Friday night is the music at the Scotland Senior Center. Remember the musicians play from 7-9. If you play an
instrument or sing or loved to hear good music, make plans to be there on December 20. I hope you remembered to come watch the kids preform their Christmas Play. This is at the Scotland Baptist Church on Sunday, Dec 15. This is a busy time of year so stay safe, warm and remember the reason for the season. If you have Scotland News call 5923935 and we will get it into the paper.
CLUBS The Idle Hour Bridge Club met at the home of Emma Hink. High - Helen Dobbins; second - Cathy Farnell; traveling - Mary Edwards; bingo - Conie Reamey.
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SPECIAL ELECTION QUITMAN SCHOOL MILLAGE JANUARY 14, 2020 The Cleburne County Board of Election Commissioners do hereby proclaim a Special Election will be held on Tuesday January 14, 2020. To view a sample ballot go to Cleburne county ar.com. Voters with address changes or questions related to voting eligibility, please call the County Clerk's office at 362-4620 prior to Election Day. the purpose of making additions and improveNOTICE OF SPECIAL SCHOOL ELECTION ments to existing facilities. The surplus revenues IN QUITMAN SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 21 OF produced each year by the debt service millage CLEBURNE COUNTY, ARKANSAS may be used by the District for other school purposes. In accordance with the requirements of Ark. The total proposed school tax levy of 36.0 Code Ann. § 6-14-109, notice is hereby giv- mills represents an increase of 2.5 mills from the en that the special school election in the above rate presently being levied. named school district (the "District") will be held Only qualified electors of the District will have on January 14, 2020, for the following purpose: the right to vote and the electors may vote either for or against the question described above. To submit the question of voting a total OFFICIAL BALLOT school tax rate (state and local) of 36.0 mills on FOR SPECIAL SCHOOL ELECthe dollar of the assessed value of taxable propTION QUITMAN SCHOOL DISerty located in this School District. The proposed TRICT NO. 21 OF CLEBURNE COUNtax includes the uniform rate of tax (the "StateTY, ARKANSAS JANUARY 14, 2020 wide Uniform Rate") to be collected on all taxable property in the State and remitted to the VOTE ON MEASURE BY PLACState Treasurer pursuant to Amendment No. 74 ING AN (X) IN THE SQUARE ABOVE to the Arkansas Constitution to be used soleTHE MEASURE EITHER ly for maintenance and operation of schools in FOR OR AGAINST the State. As provided in Amendment No. 74, the Statewide Uniform Rate replaces a portion FOR TAX of the existing rate of tax levied by this School AGAINST TAX District and available for maintenance and operation of schools in this District. The total pro36.0 MILL SCHOOL TAX posed school tax levy of 36.0 mills includes The total rate proposed above includes the uniform rate of tax 26.24 mills specifically voted for general main(the "Statewide Uniform Rate") to be collected on all taxable prop erty in the State and remitted to the State Treasurer pursuant to tenance and operation, 7.26 mills voted for debt Amendment No. 74 to the Arkansas Constitution to be used solely for maintenance and operation of schools in the State. As provided service previously voted as a continuing levy in Amendment No. 74, the Statewide Uniform Rate replaces a portion of the existing rate of tax levied by this School District and availpledged for the retirement of existing bonded inable for maintenance and operation of schools in this District. The total proposed school tax levy of 36.0 mills includes 26.24 mills specifdebtedness, and 2.5 new debt service mills. The ically voted for general maintenance and operation, 7.26 mills voted for debt service previously voted as a continuing levy pledged for 2.5 new debt service mills plus the 7.26 existthe retirement of existing bonded indebtedness, and 2.5 new debt ing debt service mills now pledged for the retireservice mills. The 2.5 new debt service mills plus the 7.26 existing debt service mills now pledged for the retirement of existing bondment of existing bonded indebtedness, which ed indebtedness, which debt service mills will continue after retirement of the bonds to which now pledged, will be a continuing debt debt service mills will continue after retirement service tax until the retirement of proposed bonds to be issued in the principal amount of of the bonds to which now pledged, will be a $2,580,000, and which will mature over a period of 31 years and will be issued for the purpose of making additions and improve continuing debt service tax until the retirement ments to existing facilities.. The surplus revenues produced each year by the debt service millage may be used by the District for othof proposed bonds to be issued in the princier school purposes. pal amount of $2,580,000, and which will mature The total proposed school tax levy of 36.0 mills represents an increase of 2.5 mills from the rate presently being levied. over a period of 31 years and will be issued for
Early voting will be available from 8:30 o'clock a.m. to 4:30 o'clock p.m. from Jan 7, 2020 through Jan 13, 2020 (only on regular business days) at the following locations: Cleburne County Courthouse-301 W Main Street, Heber Springs. Ballots will be opened, processed, canvassed and counted at 7:30 o'clock p.m. on January 14, 2020 at the following locations: Bulldog Complex at the Quitman Public Schools, Heber Springs City Hall (1001 W Main St) and Heber Springs Community Center (201 Bobbie Jean Lane). These totals will then be transported to the Cleburne County Courthouse in Heber Springs to obtain the final totals of all votes. The election will be held between the hours of 7:30 o'clock a.m. and 7:30 o'clock p.m., on January 14, 2020, at the following polling places in the District, to wit: Bulldog Complex at the Quitman Public Schools, Heber Springs City Hall (1001 W Main St) and Heber Springs Community Center (201 Bobbie Jean Lane). Remember Cleburne County is now a vote center so a registered voter may vote at any polling location of his choice. A list of appointed election officials, deputy county clerks, or additional deputies hired to conduct early voting can be found, beginning December 23, 2019 at the Cleburne County Courthouse- the Clerk's office. An objection to the service of an elected official, deputy county clerk, or additional deputy must be filed as follows: File an objection to the Election Commission at the Cleburne County Clerk's office by January 3, 2020. GIVEN t his 9th day of December, 2019 CLEBURNE COUNTY BOARD OF ELECTION COMMISSIONERS /s/ Joe Tournear Chairman
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Crab Apple’s first Christmas Sometimes she’s almost as cranky as Mrs. Andrews. And she eats too much and is getting fat, but I love her. We’ve always had a Christmas tree and I know that she will put one up as soon as she can, because she loves me, too. And she loves Dad. Sometimes she and Dad talk a long time on the phone, and they write letters. I was doing schoolwork when Mom came home. My third-grade teacher gives a lot of homework. After Carol left, Mom took off her shoes and leaned back in the recliner. “Toby?” she said. “We’ll have sandwiches for supper again. I don’t feel like cooking.” “Sure, Mom,” I said. I didn’t mention the tree. After supper, I fed some of the bread scraps to my cat. Then, I opened the door and threw the rest of the crumbs out on the walk for the birds. I heard music coming from Mrs. Andrews’ house. Playing that piano again! I looked over there. The Christmas tree lights blinked on and off. Such a pretty tree. I wish I was big enough to put up my own tree. Maybe tomorrow Mom will feel okay. You’d think that Mrs. Andrews might help my mom. Isn’t that what neighbors are for? I can’t recall a single time Mrs. Andrews has come to our door unless she was chasing me out of her yard or telling Mom I’d broken something. Well, I did break her window when my softball went too far and cracked the glass. But it was an accident, and she shouldn’t have been so mad. She told Mom that I threw the ball through the window because she was playing the piano, but that was not true. Even Mrs. Andrews should know that, if she doesn’t know anything else, except how to play that old upright piano. She kept my softball, she said, just to show me I couldn’t get by with that. If she were a nice person, she would teach Mom how to play the piano. My mom wants to play very much. She almost had enough mon-
ey saved to buy a piano, but something happened and now the money would be spent on some hospital bills – in February. I asked who was going to the hospital in February but Dad said, “I’ll tell you later.” Somehow, he forgot and I worry about it. I hope Dad won’t be in an accident on his way home to get us in February, but of course, there is no way of knowing something like that. And I wish Mom could have a piano – even an old upright one. There’s not enough money in my piggy bank to buy one but if I had the money, I’d buy her one for Christmas. I rubbed my hands together, brushing away the rest of the breadcrumbs, and took one last look at the sparkling tree. Shivering, I closed the door, catching the cat’s tail. The cat yowled, scratching in all directions, until I jerked the door open. “You silly cat!” I scolded, and this time I felt cross myself. I hurried to my room before Mom could see the tears bubbling under my lids, ready to be released as quickly as I had released the cat’s tail. One by one the tears slipped. I fell across my bed, beating my fists into the pillow, sobbing as though I would never have a Christmas tree, or a Christmas gift — and maybe not see my dad again, ever, as long as I lived. Before Mom became so tired, she would have rushed right in to see about me - and the cat - but tonight she noticed neither one of us. In fact, Mom was so quiet I hushed crying to go see about her. I’m glad she didn’t see me bawling like a baby. I need to take care of her while Dad’s gone. And I’m going to do just that – even if she is fat and out-ofshape. She was talking on the telephone and her voice sounded funny, but she turned to me and said, “Yes, here he is now, David.” To me, she said, “Daddy wants to talk to you.” She handed me the phone and mumbled something about packing a suitcase. “Where’s Mom going, Dad?” “Listen, Toby. Mommy must go to the hospital and I want you to go get Mrs. Andrews to take her there.” “Mrs. Andrews? Why her?”
Religion to the Scriptures. We from page 4A often quote John 3:16 as though God “gave” big deal. “Christ Jesus his son to die. The past came into the world to tense verb Jesus used save sinners,” the Bi- indicates it means God ble says. And I am one gave his only begotten of those sinners he son to be born – so that came to save and has he could eventually die saved. He didn’t save for our sins. us by being born but he So to end all concouldn’t have saved us fusion – Santa Claus without it. The son of was really a guy named God became a human Saint Nicholas who baby so that one day gave presents to peohe could offer that holy ple on Jesus’ birthlife as a payment for our day. What he started sins. Christ died for our still continues and we sins, was buried and should join in the spirrose again according it of that.
And Jesus Christ was really a person who was born, lived a sinless life and offered himself to God as a sacrifice for our sins so that whosoever believes in him might not perish but have everlasting life. By the way, what Jesus wants from you for his birthday is your love, devotion, your service and life, your heart. Give that to him and you will have a very unconfused Merry Christmas. He is the reason for the season.
THAT
BANNER MOUNTAIN GIRL
by Freeda Baker Nichols
Fiction
The snow was 8 inches deep in places, the biggest one this year. Standing in a snowdrift, I looked through the window of the house next door to our house on Oak Street in Copper Springs. I saw the Christmas tree that Mrs. Andrews had put up in the corner beside her piano. The gifts were too many to count! What will she do with all those presents? She has no husband, no kids, no one at all. And I have only Mom, now that Dad’s away. Mrs. Andrews looked out her window, and I turned and ran, fast as I could go. I barely made it into my own yard, when I heard Mrs. Andrews’ door open. I scrambled into the garage, and heard her holler, “Toby Westbrook! Don’t let me catch you peeking through my window again!” “Old crab apple!” I muttered, yanking off my cap. All she ever does is sit over there alone, playing that old piano. Who wants a present from her anyway? I went into our family room. My baby-sitter, Carol, was there, but the absence of a Christmas tree made me feel as cold as the snow, which had melted through the holes in my shoes. Taking off my shoes and damp socks, I rubbed my red, icy feet together to warm them up. I found some dry socks and looked at the clock. In 10 more minutes, Mom would be home from her job at the telephone office. Then I remembered how tired she had been lately, and I decided not to ask her again to put up my Christmas tree. She may not feel like putting up a tree, ever. If only Dad were here! He had gone to Detroit to look for a job because the place he used to work closed down. And he’d found a new job. He’d send for us as soon as he could. Probably in February, Mom had said. But Dad couldn’t come back for Christmas. This will be our first Christmas apart, but Mom said that it’s necessary. Mom worries about Dad being gone. That’s probably why she is so tired.
“Toby! Just go and get Mrs. Andrews! I’ll hold on until you get back. Now don’t hang up the phone.” But I hung up the phone, and ran in my sock feet through the snow to Mrs. Andrews’ house faster than I had ever run away from there – faster than I had ever run anywhere in my whole life. When I knocked on the door, I heard the tune she was playing on the piano, and it sounded like “Silent Night,” which the church people sing at Christmas. “Please, Mrs. Andrews, come quick! Mom has to go to the hospital, right away, Dad said.” “Is it the baby?” “What baby?” Mrs. Andrews didn’t answer. She pulled on her coat, got her car keys, her pocketbook, picked up her knitting and unplugged the Christmas tree lights. “Dad said to hurry!” I yelled. “I am hurrying!” Mrs. Andrews yelled back, in her scratchy voice. My socks were
damp and my feet were cold. Mrs. Andrews followed me into our house, and she helped me put on dry socks. I hated being so close to the old lady crab apple, but the dry socks felt good. I was so frightened about Mom that nothing much mattered. Mrs. Andrews said to Mom, “Let me carry your suitcase, Mary.” Then the three of us were in the car and soon we were at the hospital. I sat in the waiting room with Mrs. Andrews while Mom was in a room marked Delivery. “The baby’s not due until February,” Mrs. Andrews said. February? Hospital bills! So that’s where the money for a piano was going – for a new baby. How awful! I’ll have to share my room, my cat, my mom and dad, and the toys I get for Christmas – if we even have a Christmas this year. Then I thought of something. “Mrs. Andrews, would you like to have Mom’s baby?” “Why, what a lovely thought, Toby!”
“You can have it if you’ll give me back my softball!” A nurse came out of the delivery room, carrying a squalling bundle with black hair. “It’s a boy!” she said. “A boy! You mean I’ve got a brother?” I jumped up and down, and hugged Mrs. Andrews before I realized what I was doing. She laughed. She seemed not so much like a crab apple, I thought, and I hugged her again. I looked at my baby brother once more and thought that the red, round, wrinkled face was just like a crab apple. Crab Apple! That’s what I’ll call him and he can play softball with me. Mom named the baby David Westbrook Jr., but that was okay with me. I would still call him Crab Apple. I looked at the phone on the wall. “Mrs. Andrews?” I asked. “Help me call my dad. He will surely come home now. Because me and Crab Apple – we need a Christmas tree.”
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Fishing Report are no exception, eating top to bottom all over lake, spoons, inline spinners, hair jigs and topwater baits. The shad are just about everywhere. That’s good news for fish over the winter and headed into spring.
North Arkansas
White River Guide Mark Crawford reports that big rainbows are on the move now in the Spring River in north Arkansas and his client, David Aplin from Memphis, displays his catch.
Central Arkansas
Little Red River
(updated 12-112019) Lowell Myers of Sore Lip’em All Guide Service said the Little Red River is receiving daily generation this week, providing good wade and drift-fishing opportunities on the river. Fly patterns of egg pattern, midges, gold ribbed hares ear and pheasant tails can be productive. Consider white and hot pink bodies on chartreuse jigheads for Trout Magnet spin fishing. Always check before heading to the Little Red River by calling the Corps of Engineers Little Rock District water data system (501-362-5150) for Greers Ferry Dam water release information (updated 12-112019) Greg Seaton of littleredflyfishingtrips. com (501-690-9166) said the lake is back to normal levels so the Army Corps of Engineers is not scheduling releases from Greers Ferry Dam. This means the generation is scheduled by Southwestern Power for power demand only. With this change, we should see
elevation at 461.92 feet msl (normal conservation pool: 462.04 feet msl Oct. 1-April 30; 463.04 feet msl May 1-June 1; 462.54 feet msl June 1-Sept. 30). (updated 12-112019) Tommy Cauley of Fishfinder Guide Service (501-940-1318) said the water level at Greers Ferry Lake is at 461.92 feet msl. It is 0.12 feet below normal pool of 462.04 feet msl and falling with a lot of generation. The Army Corps of Engineers have dropped it over 2 feet trying to not let it get out of control for rainy season, but that is just guess at its best. All catching is good, you just have to get on the water to do it. Crappie are eating steady in 15-40 feet of water on minnows, jigs, trolled crankbaits or slow-reeling a Road Runner. No reports on walleye. Bass fishing is good top to bottom on a variety of baits, moving or drug along bottom. It’s a great time of year to catch a once-in-a-lifetime fish. No report on bream. Catfish are still Greers Ferry Lake eating well on a lot of As of Wednesday, different baits fished a the Army Corps of Engi- variety of ways. Hybrid neers reports the lake’s bass and white bass less generation and with the cold weather it should be morning releases during peak demand. “They have informed me that there is still a possibility for evening releases if the need arises. One should check the SWPA Forecast each evening before planning their next day fishing trip,” Greg said. “There is some brown activity, but I would call it limited. Some redds are beginning to show up on the shoals, so please be careful while wading. These redds are the areas where the browns are depositing their eggs. They will show as clean areas on the gravel bottom that almost shine. Wading through these will destroy the eggs. My fishermen have caught a few female browns that have spawned, but for the most part, they are catching males.” He says rainbows are biting egg patterns and midge pupa and the browns are mostly taking egg patterns.
(updated 12-112019) Cotter Trout Dock (870-435-6525) said the White River tailwaters of Bull Shoals Dam in the north-central Arkansas Ozarks, flowing past Cotter is running high and fast – and continues to produce great creel-fills for trout anglers, and for all anglers choosing to fill a creel or not. “Yes, water levels are high across the system from Beaver Lake through Table Rock Dam, into Bull Shoals and the White and North Fork rivers, and will remain high for the next weeks, but the sunny days and the promise of mild winter weather ignites that eternal hope of tight lines and a fighting trout.” If bank fishing with a fat nightcrawler doesn't excite enough fish for you, get a guide –they know high-water navigation, trout behavior, and they can find enough trout to keep you busy all day long. The shrimp/egg combo has proven most successful this week. XFactor's shrimp pink hue remains a favorite of the rainbows. “We're still attracting some browns with mid-sized sculpins, although the spawn plays a big role in decreased bites. Don't be afraid to cast some big lures out there (less chance of getting
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As of Wednesday, the Army Corps of Engineers reports the lake’s elevation at 669.94 feet msl (normal conservation pool: 659.00 feet msl). (updated 12-112019) Del Colvin at Bull Shoals Lake Boat Dock said the water is murky and continues to be high, at about 13 feet on Tuesday morning. “I haven’t seen it like this in 10 years,” Del said. Bass are good, but their running deep. Best baits have been Zara Spooks and Ice Jigs along with drop-shots. Crappie are good and are found around the shad. Use minnows and jigs and work the brushpiles. Walleye are being found around the rocky points around dusk. Bream are poor, as are catfish. Check out Del’s YouTube page (Bull Shoals Lake Boat Dock) for his latest video reports and tips on catching the fish. Surface temperature on Tuesday morning was 55 degrees.
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As of Wednesday, the Army Corps of Engineers reported the lake’s elevation at
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555.05 feet msl (normal conservation pool: Sept.-April, 552.00 feet msl; April-Sept. 555.75 feet msl). (updated 12-112019) Lou Gabric at Hummingbird Hideaway Resort said Norfork Lake fishing has been really good over the last week for most species of fish. “I have mainly been targeting striped bass, hybrid bass and white bass and have had a blast. The striped bass are on their fall feed before the cold winter months. I have found large schools of fish in a feeding frenzy. The best bite for the last couple of days has started a little after sunrise and has lasted until late morning. This time of year, however, they tend to feed all day long, especially on cloudy days with a little bit of wind. “A great example was last Saturday. I had a hard time finding feeding fish early, but at about noon the fish started to go crazy and the bite lasted all afternoon. The old belief that if you find bait there will be fish feeding at some point is really holding true at this time. Best locations for me have been the large flats in the mid-lake area, such as Cranfield area, Mallard Point, 101 bridge, 101 Boat Dock area. There are others, but these are the ones I have been concentrating on. I am finding stripers in 35-50 feet of water with the fish at all depths. The bigger stripers and hybrids seem to be suspended up high in the water column, from 10-25 feet down.
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Thanks to those of you who called and correctly identified last week's featured church as First Baptist Church of Sugarloaf. 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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NOTICE TO CREDITORS LAST KNOWN ADDRESS OF DECEDENT: 608 Eglantine Rd. Shirley, AR 72153 DATE OF DEATH: July 29, 2019 The undersigned was appointed Administratrix of the estate of the above-named decedent on November 18, 2019. A contest of the probate can be effected only by filing a petition within the time provided by law. All persons having claims against the estate must exhibit them, duly verified, to the undersigned within six (6) months from the date of the first publication of this notice, or they shall be forever barred and precluded from any benefit in the estate. Provided that claims for injury or death caused by the negligence of the decedent shall be filed within six (6) months from the date of the first publication of the notice, or they shall be forever barred and precluded from any benefit of such estate. This notice first published the 10th day of December, 2019. JOYCE BRADFORD, Administratrix c/o /s/ Melanie Beltran Melanie Beltran (AR Bar# 2014144) Attorney at Law Sprott, Golden & Bardwell PO Box 1155 184 Griggs St. Clinton, AR 72031 (501) 745-3111 office (501) 745-3198 fax e-mail: melanie@arkansaslawpartners.com
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF VAN BUREN COUNTY, ARKANSAS FIRST DIVISION NO. 71PR-2019-97 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF DOYAL JUNIOR LINN, deceased NOTICE TO CREDITORS LAST KNOWN ADDRESS OF DECEDENT: 205 Mt. Trail Road Shirley, AR 72153
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NOTICE TO CREDITORS LAST KNOWN ADDRESS OF DECEDENT: 3232 Wauke St., Honolulu, HI 96815. DATE OF DEATH: August 9, 2014. An instrument dated November 21, 2013, was admitted to probate as the Last Will of the above-named decedent, and the undersigned has been appointed Administratrix thereunder. A contest of the probate of the Will can be effected only by filing a petition within the time provided by law. All persons having claims against the estate must exhibit them, duly verified, to the undersigned within six (6) months from the date of the first publication of this notice, or they shall be forever barred and precluded from any benefit in the estate. Provided that claims for injury or death caused by the negligence of the decedent shall be filed within six (6) months from the date of the first publication of the notice, or they shall be forever barred and precluded from any benefit of such estate. This notice first published the 10th day of December, 2019. SARAH WILLIAMS, Administratrix c/o /s/ Melanie Beltran Melanie Beltran (AR Bar# 2014144) Attorney at Law Sprott, Golden & Bardwell PO Box 1155 184 Griggs St. Clinton, AR 72031 (501) 745-3111 office (501) 745-3198 fax e-mail: melanie@arkansaslawpartners.com
CITY OF CLINTON ORDINANCE NO. 2019-07 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CLINTON, ARKANSAS TO AMEND THE RATE LEVIED FOR THE A&P TAX, AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY TO SET AN EFFECTIVE DATE OF JANUARY 1ST, 2020. WHEREAS, the City of Clinton currently levies a two percent (2%) A&P Tax as described in Title 3, Chapter 3.32 of the Code of Ordinances; and WHEREAS, the City of Clinton recognizes a need to increase the levy of this tax to three percent (3%). NOW, THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of Clinton, Arkansas: Section 1. Title 3, Chapter 3.32, Section 3.32.02 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Clinton, Arkansas, is hereby amended to read as follows: 3.32.02 Tax Levied 1. There is hereby levied a three percent (3%) gross receipts or gross proceeds tax on hotels, motels and short-term rental accommodations for sleeping, meeting or party room facilities for profit located within the City of Clinton. 2. This Ordinance does not include the rental or lease of accommodations identified in Section 1 that are for periods of thirty (30) days or more. 3. The Advertising and Promotion Commission created pursuant to Ordinance No. 2008-02 is hereby authorized and directed to promulgate such rules and regulations and procedures as are deemed necessary to carry out its duties and responsibilities under this Ordinance and as may be required by state law. Provided, however, that all any such rules, regulations or procedures must be approved by the Clinton City Council. Section 2. SAVINGS/REPEAL. That all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with this Ordinance are repealed to the extent of such conflict. Section 3. SEVERABILITY. That should any word, sentence, clause, paragraph or provision of this Ordinance be held to be invalid or unconstitutional the remaining provisions of this Ordinance shall remain in full force and effect. Section 4. EMERGENCY CLAUSE. It is hereby declared that an emergency exists as the City needs to levy the new A&P rate at the first of the year. This Ordinance is necessary to preserve the peace, health and welfare of the citizens of the City of Clinton, Arkansas, and therefore shall be effective and enforced from and after the 1st day of January, 2020. PASSED: December 12, 2019 PASSED: 12th day of December , 2019 APPROVED: /s/ Richard W. McCormac Richard W. McCormac Mayor ATTEST: /s/ Dena R. Malone_ Dena R. Malone, CMC, CAMC Recorder/Treasurer
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Football banquet The Clinton Yellow Jackets football team were guests of honor at the annual banquet last week. Several players received All Conference awards, including John Riley Hinchey and Weston Amos, who also received All State honors. Coach Chris Dufrene presented the awards. (Photos by Robert R. Gaut)
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Dec. 17 - Breakfast: Chocolate chip muffin or cereal, yogurt, pears. Lunch: Taco casserole, Mexicali corn, Spanish rice, mixed fruit. Dec. 18 - Breakfast: Sausage, egg and cheese griddler, cereal, peaches. Lunch: Vegetable beef
fast: Breakfast burrito, peaches. Lunch: Chili-cheese burrito, refried beans, cinnamon roll, applesauce. Dec. 18 - Breakfast: Mini waffles, sausage, applesauce. Lunch: Ham and cheese on hoagie, baked Cheetos, mixed fruit. Dec. 19 - Breakfast: Breakfast pizza, peaches. Lunch: Crispito, salad, corn, diced pears. Dec. 20 - BreakClinton Elementary fast: Cereal, cinnaDec. 17 - Break- mon toast, pineapsoup, PB&J sandwich, veggie sticks, apple half. Dec. 19 - Breakfast: Omelet, toast, cereal, apple. Lunch: Corn dog, mac and cheese, baked beans, pear half. Dec. 20 - Breakfast: Biscuits, chocolate gravy, cereal, pineapple. Lunch: Pizza, corn, salad, peaches. School is closed Dec. 23-Jan. 5.
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Dec. 19 - Breakple. Lunch: Corndogs, baked beans, cole- fast: Breakfast pizza. Lunch: Crispito, corn, slaw, fruit. Dec. 23-Jan. 3 - diced pears. Dec. 20 - BreakClosed fast: Cereal, cinnaClinton Pre-School mon toast, pineapDec. 17 - Break- ple. Lunch: Corndogs, fast: Breakfast burri- baked beans, fruit. to, peaches. Lunch: Dec. 23-Jan. 3 Chili-cheese burrito, Closed refried beans, cinnamon roll, applesauce. Clinton Junior Dec. 18 - Break- & Senior High Dec. 17 - Breakfast: Mini waffles, sausage, applesauce. fast: Breakfast pizLunch: Ham and za, peaches. Lunch: tenders, cheese on hoagie, Chicken potatoes, baked Cheetos, mixed creamed steamed broccoli, fruit.
rolls, fruit. Dec. 18 - Breakfast: Cereal, French toast sticks, fruit. Lunch: Chicken and cheese crispitos, beans fruit cup/fruit. Dec. 19 - Breakfast: Biscuit, sausage, fruit. Lunch: Pizza, corn, salad, fruit cup/ fruit. Dec. 20 - Breakfast: Cereal, toast, jelly, fruit. Lunch: PB&J Uncrustables, veggies/dip, chips, fruit cup/fruit. Dec. 23-Jan. 3 Closed
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Letters to Santa 2019 - May all their wishes come true. Cindy Bradley - Clinton Kindergarten
Michael- new shoes and a toy Asher- legos and a motorcycle Serenity- makeup Joshua- legos and a remote control spider Levi- remote control Grave Digger, football, basketball and goal Owen- remote control airplane and my own fish and dirtbike Dylan- new shoes and a dirt bike Landon- dirt bike, motorcycle and Nerf blasters Hunter- motorcycle and a dirt bike Abigale- horse Tommie- computer and an ipad Braxtyn-orange remote control
Kim Crawford – Clinton - Kindergarten Dear Santa, Where are the elves at in my house? I would like LOLs and a LOL boy. Love you and Merry Christmas! Love, Tinley Dear Santa, How are your reindeer? I would like a Sonic doll and a tails doll. Love, Kaden Dear Santa, I want a blue Nerf gun. Merry Christmas Santa! Love, Brantley
Dear Santa,
I really want one please?! I love you Santa!
I want LOLs, a Baby Alive, a straight doll lady with straight Love, Easton W. hair, and a baby puppy. When are you coming Dear Santa, for Christmas? Love, Joselin Dear Santa, I want a ray gun. How is Mrs. Clause? I miss you Santa! I will leave you some cookies. Love, Ryan Dear Santa, Can you buy me a motorcycle? Am I on the good list or the naughty list?
I want Color Crew toys, a Mr. Pencil, and Mr. Eraser. I love you Santa! Love, Ranger Dear Santa, I think M & M cookies are your favorite. I want a dog, a LOL, a Barbie, and a My Little Pony. Love, Keyah
Clinton High OWLS program students helped out at Christmas in the Park. (Photo by Jessica Farnsworth)
Love, Tommy Dear Santa, Am I on the naughty or nice list? Can I have a trampoline? Merry Christmas! Love, Cameron Dear Santa, I want a ball. How do you give toys away? Merry Christmas! Love, Easton K. Dear Santa, How is Rudolph? I want a Baby Alive. Love, Olivia Dear Santa, I want an iphone 6 and a computer. Am I on the naughty list or the good list? Merry Christmas! Love, Dane Dear Santa, Can you tell me about Rudolph? Can I please have a koala if you can find one,
The White sisters Nativity display at Crabtree.
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Letters to Santa 2019 - May all their wishes come true. Lisa Jones – Shirley – Kindergarten
My name is Aaron Gramling. I am 5 years old and have been good this year. It would be super nice if you would bring me some candy, a play schoolhouse, and a stuffed animal that is a cat. oh, and some snow! Tell Mrs. Claus and the Elves thank you from me! My name is Haze Hightower and I am 5 years old. I've been really good this year. Could you bring me these things: 1. RC car 2. A dirt bike 3. An I-pad Thank you and please tell Mrs. Claus and the elves thank you for me. My name is Emmy Meaders. I am 5 years old. I've been really good and it would be super nice if you could bring me an elf, a scooter and a hmit. (helmet). Please tell Mrs. Claus
and the Elves Merry Christmas for me!
3. Avenger Coloring Booc.
My name is Jaxon Lowe. I am 5 years old. I've been really good and it would be super nice if you could bring me these things this year:
My name is Sariya Donahue. I am 5 years old. This year I've been really good and it would be Super Duper if you would bring me these things: a bicycle, a barbie and a tablet.
1. A watch car 2. A watch car watch 3. Spiderwebs Thank You! You are the best Santa ever! My name is Carolyne Chandler. I am 5 years old. This year I've been really good and it would be super nice if you could bring me these things this year: 1. An LOL House 2. A Giant Hatchimal 3. A Tablet My name is Benton Blahnik. I am 6 years old. I've been super nice and it would be super good if you could bring me these things this year: 1. An Elf 2. A Tablet
My name is Jasey Cowell. I am 5 years old. I've been really nice this year. It would be super good if you could bring me these things this year: 1. An LOL doll house 2. Jack-in-the-box 3. Puppy. Please tell Mrs. Claus and the Elves that I love them!! My name is Bayleigh Gray. I am 5 years old. I have been really good this year. It would be super great if you could bring me these things this year: 1. An Arabella doll 2. A barbie doll and car
3. A kitchen and couch for my Barbie dream house 'cause I need furniture for it! My name is Ethan Riggin. I am 5 years old. I have been really good this year. It would be super awesome if you could bring me these things this year: 1. A Lego Set 2. A toy car that you build 3. Shoes that have an "S" on them and don't light up! Please tell Mrs. Claus and the Elves that I said Merry Christmas!
Arista Gammill - Clinton Kindergarten Dear Santa,
I would like a... A real airplane for Christmas! - Love, Bentley I love you Santa with all my heart! How is the North Pole doing? Are the elves making toys? Can I have a blue bear?
I want to go to the North Pole and I would like a laptop. - Love, Andres I would like a princess crown and a toy princess wand. - Love, Riley I would like a real elf on the shelf, a cotton candy maker and an LOL set. Thank you. - Love, Peyton I want a dirt bike and a nerf gun. - Love, Lance How does Rudolp's nose glow? I like Dasher. I want 6 Hello Dolls. I also want a rainbow sparkly fidget spinner. - Love, Layla I would like a tablet for Christmas. Can it be pink and purple? - Love, Aubrey
- Love, Kira
Preschool Jacey Fox - a computer, hair bows, and stuffed animal reindeer
I want a Spider Man tent with lights and a pillow and a sleeping bag. And a black Spider Man figure. - Love, Braiden I like you Santa! I want a waterproof camera a lot! - Love, Mason I want a toy robot that can talk and move and can he do anything I want him to? - Love, Bellah I want a tablet, a waterproof camera and a watch. - Love, Lilly How does Rudolph fly? I want a drone that can fly. - Love, Zayne May I have a Bey Blade toy? - Love, Johnny Can I have a big nerf gun Santa? And a skateboard? - Love, Aaron
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Letters to Santa 2019 - May all their wishes come true. Robin Wilson – Shirley - Kindergarten Dear Santa,
Hello! My name is Sadie Cooper. I am 5 years old. I would really like a baby doll, stroller, and everything else for a baby for Christmas. I have been good this year. Thanks a lot! Love, Sadie Dear Santa, Hello! My name is Eddie Watts Jr. I am 6 years old. I would really like Wii games for Christmas. I have been good this year. Thanks a lot! Love, Eddie Dear Santa, Hello! My name is Anna Kyle. I am 6 years old. I would really like a Cutie car, cutie carwash, and a Boxy Girl for Christmas. I have been kinda good and kinda bad this year. Thanks a lot! Love, Anna Dear Santa, Hello! My name Kynslee Jones. I am 6 years old. I would really like a real baby for Christmas. I have been good this year. Thanks a lot! Love, Kynslee Dear Santa, Hello! My name is Zoey Slavens. I am 6 years old. I would really like some blocks for Christmas. I have been good this year. Thanks a lot!
Dear Santa,
Hello! My name is Rebecca Burgess. I am 6 years old. I would really like a baby doll, Barbie, a baby Barbie, a big picture, and a Christmas hat for Christmas. I have been good this year. Thanks a lot! Love, Rebecca Dear Santa, Hello! My name is Keaton Seaton. I am 5 years old. I would really like Avengers action figures and playset for Christmas. I have been good this year. Thanks a lot! Love, Keaton Dear Santa, Hello! My name is Daniel Mckee. I am 6 years old. I would really like a hover board and a fast Mario Cart that has a remote that doesn’t use batteries for Christmas. I have been good this year. Thanks a lot! Love, Daniel Dear Santa, Hello! My name is Alanis. I am 6 years old. I would really like a dog, puzzle, and a tablet for Christmas. I have been good this year. Thanks a lot! Love, Alanis Dear Santa, Hello! My name Jensen Hensley. I am 6 years old. I would really like bright red, blue, and clear slime, an Airsoft, a Nintendo
Switch and a real pistol with bullets for Christmas. I have been good this year. Thanks a lot!
Penny Little Shirley - 1st grade Dear Santa,
I have been pretty good this year. I Love, Jensen wish for the biggest hotwheels race track Dear Santa, and the biggest Lego set and an elf puppy Hello! My name is Lola. dog. I am 5 years old. I would really like a Love, Mason Martin mermaid and LOL dolls for Christmas. Dear Santa, I have been good this year. Thanks a lot! I have been pretty good this year. I Love, Lola wish for a tablet, a phone and a Newborn Dear Santa, Loveabella. Hello! My name is Clara Leslie. I am 5 years old. I would really like a LOL Dream Surprise Confetti Pop and LOL Live Dream Camp for Christmas. I really love LOL’s! I have been good this year. Thanks a lot! Love, Clara Dear Santa, Hello! My name is Benjamin Cooper. I am 6 years old. I would really like a robot game, robot car, dog, toy house, and kite for Christmas. I have been good this year. Thanks a lot! Love, Benjamin Dear Santa, Hello! My name is Hunter Tomasino. I am 6 years old. I would really like a Lego set for Christmas. I have been good this year. Thanks a lot! Have a good day and Merry Christmas! Love, Hunter
Love, DeAnna McKay Dear Santa, I have been pretty good this year. I wish for a LOL OMG Crystal Queen, an Elsa doll and another boy elf….and 100 dollars. Love, Lyla Jones Dear Santa, I have been pretty good this year. I wish for dinosaurs, and Legos and a tablet. Love, Gus Beck Dear Santa, I have been pretty good this year. I wish for a LOL doll and a Hatchamel. I love you Santa, Merry Christmas to Mommy and Daddy! Love, Madilyn Olmstead Dear Santa, I have been pretty
good this year. I wish for a Barbie doll house and a LOL home. I love you Santa Claus and Mrs. Santa Claus! Love, Melissa McKee Dear Santa, I have been pretty good this year. I wish for a unicorn and an elf. I love Santa! Love, Bailynn Lawson Dear Santa, I have been pretty good this year. I wish for mom and dad to have a Merry Christmas! Love, Blake Cooper Dear Santa, I have been pretty good this year. I wish for LOL toys and new socks and 50 dollars. I love you Santa! Love, LoraLynn Sadler Dear Santa, I have been pretty good this year. I wish for a baby doll and a tablet. Love, Emily Cooper Dear Santa, I have been pretty good this year. I wish for an iPhone and a real dog. I love you! Love, Marcus Lawson Dear Santa, I have been pretty good this year. I
wish for LOLs and 5 real baby cats. I love you and Christmas is my favorite holiday. Merry Christmas! Love, Cora Fish Dear Santa, I have been pretty good this year. I wish for a kids Apple watch, a surprise, LOL dolls and a phone. Love, Paisley Rowley Dear Santa, I love you but can you get me a Nerf gun. I have been pretty good this year. Can I also get an electric motorcycle? I love you so much! Love, Asher Hensley Dear Santa, I have been pretty good this year. I wish for a Barbie Dream House and a Newborn Loveabella. I love you! Love, EmmyLou Hensley Dear Santa, I have been pretty good this year. I wish for video games and Legos and trains and 100 dollars. Love, Jackson Shull Dear Santa, I have been pretty good this year. I wish for LOL dolls, Barbie dolls and Mindcraft games and art supplies. I love you Santa! Love, Riley Wolf
Love, Zoey Dear Santa, Hello! My name is Tatum Arnold. I am 6 years old. I would really like new slippers and a tablet for Christmas this year. I have been good this year. Thanks a lot! Love, Tatum
Santa Night was held last week at Shirley. (Photo from Facebook)
Christmas in the Park 2019 (Photo by Jessica Farnsworth)
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Letters to Santa 2019 - May all their wishes come true. Betsy Prince - Clinton - ABC Preschool Dear Santa, I have been such a good girl this year. I’m going to make cookies for you with my mom and big sister. For Christmas I would like anything to do with LOL dolls and clothes. More Barbies ’cause I love playing with all of them, they are my babies. Can’t wait or you to come. I love you Santa, Shelby Allen Dear Santa, I want a little rattle and stuffed grinnal hippopotamus for my little brother Logan. Please bring me lots and lots of toys. Love, Makayla Barton Dear Santa, How are you and Miss Clause doing? I have been good this year. I like my teacher Mrs. Prince. I would like to have a baby doll,
a doll house and some hair pieces. I will leave you some cookies and milk. Please take care of the reindeer so they can keep bring all of us kids toys for Christmas.
Love, Sophia Bennett Dear Santa, This year I want, um, a real skooter, another spiderman one. A bike without no training wheels. A monster truck. A toy stop sign. Um, a toy drink. A real motorcycle. A paw patrol plane. Can I fy with you, would it be fun? Would a bad guy get me? Love, Castor Dear Santa, How are you? I hope you are good. Please send me a baby doll and a puppy for me to unwrap on Christmas. I will make sure I leave you lots of cookies and milk. I can’t wait for you. Love, Lynleigh
Dear Santa, I hope you are good. Please bring me a bulldozer and a remote controlled truck. I have been really good this year. Love, Emmett Dear Santa, How’s it going up at the North Pole? So how are the elves and the reindeer doing? I bet it’s going crazy up there with all the Christmas comotion! Will you please bring me a frozen2 toys and ducky and bunny from toy story 4 and please bring my sissy a new baby doll? Oh! and of course will leave cookies and milk and some carrots too!
Christmas Eve I will leave out carrots for your reindeer. If you could please bring my baby brother a tablet like mine, me and him would both be happy, and it would keep him off of mine. I hope you and Mrs. Claus have a good vacation after Christmas.
something to hang my pictures on, and could I have a hug? Also, I would like a LOL diary with stickers please. My teacher is awesome! I also want a journal with Siamese kitty cats all over it and a giant heart with lip gloss in it. Thank you! Merry Christmas!
Love, Landon Dennison
Love, Hadley Emberson
Dear Santa,
Dear Santa,
I love Christmas! I love giving and getting presents, cookies, candy and singing. I have worked very hard this year and have been a very good boy. For Christmas may I please have boat with wheels on the bottom? Thank you! I Love, Kayleigh Dawson will put out food for the reindeer. Merry Christmas. Dear Santa, Love, George Dunham I’m sure you know I’ve been a very good Dear Santa, boy this year. When you bring presents for Christmas I would really like a monster truck.
Hi, how are you? For Christmas I would like 13 LOL dolls,
I’m writing you a letter Santa! I love you. I’ve been good sometimes. I want a Barbie camper and a Barbie baby and a Barbie bottle and a Barbie food and a Barbie spoon and a Barbie kitchen. And a Mickie Mouse bowl, kitchen and spoon. I love you Santa and be careful on Christmas! Love, Ayla Emery Dear Santa, I want trutle ninga for Christmas. Love, Jaydan Dear Santa, Hi! I would like to let you know that I have been a good boy this year. I would like to get Power Ranger toys and stuff for my horse Lucy Mae. And if you don’t care would you bring my big sister Tara a doll house and dolls. Thank you for all you do for all of the children in the word. Your a good friend. Love, Colt Hoyle Dear Santa, How have you been this year? I know you must be checking your list this year and I want you to know I have been good. I would like some pet fishes this year please. I will
make sure I leave out plenty of cookies if you can consider it. Love, Brook Dear Santa, I would like a watch and a unicorn necklace. How old are you Santa? How are your reindeer? I would also like a Barbie. Love, Raelynn Preddy Dear Santa, How are you and Mrs. Clause? Please tell your reindeer I said hello! I would love a big dinosaur that opens his mouth! I also want a remote control jeep that honks really loud. I’m going to help my mommy make you cookies! Thank you so much for making my toys. I love you, Koleson Dear Santa, I love you. I love my teacher, Ms. Price and Ms. Natasha I’m gonna bring presents for my teachers and my friends for our party. For Christmas, I would like a big unicorn with pink on it and green and orange. I have been learning to much at preschool. I love to count and say my letters. I have been practicing a lot and working hard. Love, Isabel Vanaman Dear Santa, How are you doing? This year I have been a very good girl. For Christmas I would like a Barbie camper with a pool, plenty of barbies to play with. More clothing for my barbies and a new disney movie. Please and thank you. Love, Peyton Puckett
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Letters to Santa 2019 - May all their wishes come true. Danielle Hudson - Clinton Kindergarten
Holden Campell - a big car and a robot with blocks Zander Collins a toy motorcycle and bubble gum Troy Dunham - a big car that can drive through anything Myan Essney - a camera and a tablet Samantha Medlock - LOL Doll with the Grinch Alora Moudy - a LOL Doll house with lots of LOL Dolls in it Jae Lynn Norris - a game system and a pikachu Amylyn Orrelln- a hoverboard Cooper Pate - a car that is faster than a cheetah and a laser gun Karter Stapleton - Darth Vader toy and JokerTitian Huck Tester brown teddy bear Macie Thurman - a barbie doll house and some barbies
Sarah Vernon – Clinton – 1st grade Dear Santa, How are you and your famly doing at the North Pole? I hope you are doing good? You and your elfs make a great team. May I pleas have a 3ds, pokemon sword, new close, ultra sun for the 3ds, omega ruby, Luigis manshin 3, and a pokeball? Thank you Santa. I have bin so so good this year. I will leave you some cookies and some milk. I hope you bring me what I want and I hope you and Hide are good. Love, Ashton Born Dear Santa, My elf is being vere good. She is helpful. Can I plese ride your slae? I am going to giv you my cookes. You are the best! Can you bring me scrufulove, cat shete, a toy draff, a toy car that drives, pinsol, and a tablit? Love, Paisley Bothwell Dear Santa, I wont to ask you Santa, is Rudolph going to gide your slay to Nite? Can you
please bring me a new bike, a new basketball hoop, a exbox with 2 cenchroles, a new Mareoe cart rameboe rode, slot cars, and a track? I am going to have hot choklit and cookies for you and cande canes for the reindeer. Love, Mason Chenard Dear Santa, I love to see Santa and his reindeer but I just love you. Can you bring me sum hedfons? I want a tevy. Can you bring me a big chruck? I will be clening my bedrum. I will get you sum cookes for you. Love, Easton Gardner Dear Santa, I have been good today. Why do you live at the North pole? I wood like a Frozen 2 diyry, a barbie set, a coloring set, and a activdy set. I’ll bake you some cookies for you and I will give you some reindeer food for Rudolph and some milk for you. Love, Makenzie Harris Dear Santa, I love Rudoph the
A BEAUTIFUL CHRISTMAS MEMORY In the early 70's, my husband and I and our 3 children were coming to Botkinburg from NLR where we lived. Just outside of Conway, we saw this soldier needing a ride to his Leslie home for �anksgiving. We picked him up in our one seat pickup truck that all 5 of us were in. He made 6, and it was a bit crowded, but he didn't seem to mind. On the way, as we were all talking, I gave him a tract with a picture of Jesus on the front and my name and address on the back. Since, I was collecting dolls from around world, I asked him if he could buy me a doll from Puerto Rico, since he was going there a�ter �anksgiving. I o�fered him money, but he said "don't give me any money". When we got to Botkinburg to turn o�f to my Mother's place at Water Gate Road (it was then named Archie Road), it was late and very dark. We could not stand to see him get out and walk 13 or 14 miles to Leslie. So, we drove him to his home. One year later, a day before Christmas, my doorbell rang in NLR, where we lived. My brother, who was visiting at the time, answered and I heard a man's voice say "I am looking for Rosetta Sanders." I went to the door and there stood a young soldier with the most beautiful Christmas Box that I had ever seen, with big red ribbons and a big red bow. He said, "A year ago at �anksgiving, you were nice enough to go out of your way and take to my Dad's house in Leslie. �is is something just for you." I opened the package and saw this beautiful Puerto Rican doll! I thanked him and he le�t. We don't remember his name or even if he is still living .... but, I will never forget the kind soldier who gave me this beautiful Christmas Memory.
red nose and all of the ranedeer. Plese can you bring me new binoculars, x box, benlo woch, ninju woch, pokemon cards, ninju stuff, spie stuff, slime cit, pickuchoo 9,000, pop sock it, sciens cit, and a crepor woch. Plese Santa. There wil be sum presens for you and the ranedir sum lasr guns. Love your friend, Stavin Huereca Dear Santa, I will like when you go to kids home and you always leve sum gifs udr our Christmas tree. Thanks Santa! Merry Christmas! Ho Ho Ho! Can you please bring me slime, playdow, a fluffy book to rite on, I phone x, culr pisoll, gluw, cande, pupy, tablit, and a bord to rite on it? Your friend, Esmeralda Lopez Dear Parents, How is the North pole doing? Is Rudolph there? May I have a Calender, Alphabet bord, chair, and a Ten on the Sled book? I’ll get some cookies, milk, and carits for
the reindeer. Love, Alyssa Lumpkins Dear Santa, Can you plees bring me a purple stof dolphin, a hart sliem, and sum grlle shos. I will see you agene. Do you want sum cookes and sum cande? Love, Janet Smith Dear Santa Claus, Mrs. Claus, and the elves, How are you? I riley want the unicorn but it is my toy. Ples Santa Claus. I want you to have a grate day for you Santa Claus. You are nise. I will giv you some cookies to you cuz you are nise to kids. I rile like you Santa.
Love, Davis Stripling Dear Santa, I love you Santa becas you bring prsents that we love. Is Rudolph doing good and you to? Can you please bring me a new bike, lol doll, soccer ball, and a maershmellow peguen toy? I’ll clean my room when I get home! Your friend, Pearl Sweet Dear Santa, How are you doing Santa? And how are the elves doing? Please bring me some nike boots please? Did aney reindeers get sick? I am going to clean my home for you.
Love, Haven St. George
Your friend, John Willstrop
Dear Santa,
Dear Santa,
Are your elves doing well? And are your reindeer doing well to? And are you to? Can you plese bring me a phone, a Batman blanket, a Flash basketball, and a Flash jacket, and Batman shoss? I will leve cookes for you and sum cerits for your reindeer.
I hope you have a grate time at the north pole. Can you plese get me rc truck 4x4, rc simi, rc razer, x box 1, and a zombe game, and 2 inchrolers for me and Bobe Joe, and a rc traler truck. I will put choclit cookies for you. Your friend, Tucker Scott Wylie
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Letters to Santa 2019 - May all their wishes come true. Sarah Baker – Clinton – 1st grade Dear Santa, For Christmas this year, I want a nintendo swith. I need cawboe bos. I’ll wear cawboe pans. I’ll read mi monstr boc. I’d really LOVE you to bring me haw or iz mis clozbo. Love, Preston
Dear Santa, For Christmas this year, I want a huvrboud. I need a raping papr. I’ll wear a red cote. I’ll read a monstr seeres. I’d really LOVE you to bring me green and blue nrfgun. Love, Oden Dear Santa,
For Christmas this year, I want a be be gun. I need a par For Christmas this year, I want pink gum. of sos. I’ll wear a I need a star. I’ll wear gray gacit. I’ll read gegarebred man. I’d a new pink big small really LOVE you to santa. I’ll read a nen bring me a wat a crarons. I’d really hubrbod. LOVE you to bring me a pink yoyo. Love, Remington Dear Santa,
Love, Raelynn
Dear Santa,
toys for coco.
For Christmas this year, I want a nintindo switch. I need one blue coat. I’ll wear some new white socks. I’ll read all of the wimey kid book. I’d really LOVE you to bring me a case and pokeman game.
Love, Karis Ann W
Love, Rylan Dear Santa, For Christmas this year, I want a puppy wich is a robot poodle. I need fuzz socks. I’ll wear pjmas that are cmefe feel. I’ll read a book about me and you. I’d really LOVE you to bring me a desk for my room and paris stuff and
Dear Santa, For Christmas this year, I want a wener dog. I need a dog hose that is pink. I’ll wear a pink dreas. I’ll read the gingerbread man. I’d really LOVE you to bring me a joyful Christmas time. Love, Abigail B Dear Santa, For Christmas this year, I want a LOLs. I need a litul big tuth bush. I’ll wear a pick dress. I’ll read pige and the elfit. I’d really LOVE you to bring me... all I ned is my famlee and fress. Love, Carolina Dear Santa,
For Christmas this year, I want soccrbol. I need pensuls. I’ll wear calbot. I’ll read Clinton Elementary recently held its holiday music program. (Photo from Facebook) nijnil. I’d really LOVE
Krystal Bonds Clinton - 1st grade Dear Santa, I want a greeen modsike. Love, Elijah Dear Santa, I want a trow bron. I need a trow frog. I have been good. Love, Christopher Dear Santa, I have been good this year. I have a elowl hows. I need now gloffs. I’ll read a Christmas book. Love, Arianna Dear Santa, I want now sprsz. I have been good this year. Love, Kylan Dear Santa, I like dools. I have been good. I luv Santa Natalee Dear Santa, I Like Pokemon. I need a new bike. I Like Tows. I am a big fan of fortnite. Love, Ethan
you to bring me calbot. Love, Herbert Dear Santa,
For Christmas this year, I want a white jrone romemot cunchrole pleze. I need food pleze. I’ll wear cloze. I’ll read the crepey pers of undwear pleze. I’d really LOVE you to bring me a jrone romemotcunchrole pleze. Love, Ezequiel Dear Santa, For Christmas this year, I want a noo casll. I need a noo boot. I’ll wear a noo socss. I’ll read a noo Jeses Book. I’d really LOVE you to bring me a L.O.L. playe set. Love, Abilee C Dear Santa, For Christmas this year, I want a Dear Santa, I have bin a good girl. I need new boots and wintr boots. I want a poopse slime kit. I like lego fends toys. I’ll reaad Chaptr Books. I want a slime girl. I want you to have a good year. Love, Maddison Dear Santa,
huvrbod. I need sum more tenshos and sum more cins of caw grll bots. I’ll read boock of lurning of boock. I’d really LOVE you to bring me a thang that halds a lot of marekrs and oso dring marekrs whith it. Love, Presley Dear Santa, For Christmas this year, I want a car that I can ride. I need a cereleders cloes. I’ll wear new shoos. I’ll read The Three Bares. I hope you will have a good time dallifry prezint to boys and gilrs. Love, London W Dear Santa, For Christmas this year, I want nintido. I need lektriscbee. I’ll wear tenu shoos. I’ll read comic. I’d really LOVE you to bring me trasfomr. Love, Levi in my yard but anyways… I’m a big fan! I’ve been wanting the Pokemon card set. But if you don’t get it on time it’s okay! I can get it next year! Love, Aaleigha Dear Santa, I have been good this year. I like books and you are a great guy to the northpole to the santa.
I want a gam carchlrhs and a HALO Love, John Ayden orieyrrs and a HALO woor hog and a HALO Dear Santa, platroom. Love, Joe
I have been good this year.
Dear Santa,
Bennett
I have been good this year. I want a smart wach. I need a new huvrbord. I like cheering. Love, Harper Dear Santa, I want a huvdrb. And a nubr bicsic and a stach you of santa and a macup set and gluve. I love Santa. Love, Aroa Dear Santa, I hope a fox comes
Dear Santa, I have been good this year. I want a LOL I like to pley wieth my sis I’ll read wolfie the bunny and pig the stinker and I want a toys and cats and dogs. Love, Aryanna Dear Santa, I have been good I want a Pone set I need sum bos. Love, Sara
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Letters to Santa 2019 - May all their wishes come true. Crystal Hendrix – Clinton – 1st grade
wish for my family is my mom and dad to be happy for ever. I love you
Dear Santa, Santa I love you. For chrismis Merry crismus, I would like a toy Elizabeth camra. My wish for my family is to have a Dear Santa, Santa I grale chrismis. hope the rander are Love Alissa. dooeng good is it oK if you Kum to my hawse so I can Look Dear Santa, I hope you at roodoph and I and your elves and wod Lice for a scoodr your raindeers are and some tee shrts my doing well! I want an wish for my famlee I phone II and an is I hop they hav a new tablet. I wish you mareecrismis. a merry christmas My wish for my family is Love, Matthew to betogether! Merry christmas? SoPhiya Dear Santa, I love you. I would like big pokemon cards and a pokemon bedset. my wish for my family is merry christmas, mason Dear Santa, we hope you are doing fing. For Christmas I would like a toy sonic. My wish for it is sowing. Merry Christmas, Braulio
Dear Santa, I hope Roudoph is doing good. For Christmas I would like a drone with a camru and a grafling houk on it. My wish for my family is to get a family game calld bug’s in the kichen. Merry Christmas, Ella Dear Santa, Dear Santa I hope you are doing well. For christmas I would like prezit my wish f my family is a fishingpole. Merry christmas to Elias
Dear Santa, How are you doing. For christmas I woud like Dear Santa, for a craridge and a fone christmas I will lic a bic is haw are you and lots of toys and lots of candde. Merry Eliezer Merry Christmas, Adley
Dear Santa, I hope you have a very merry christmas. For christmas I would like a red phone. My wish for my family is for them to have a merry christmas. Happy Holiday! Kenna Dear Santa, I wunt a camru macuP and a dall.
Dear Santa, I hope mrs clas is doing well. For Merry christmas. crismas I would like Jaqulynn one green slime my
Dear Santa, How are yro elves Well For chritsmas I would like mostrtruck. My wigh for my family is. Merry Christmas, Benito Dear Santa, How ara you I wut a mosruck and a pladog and shpu and kednr. Merry Christmas, Jolene!
Did you know … The top selling toy of all time remains the Rubik’s Cube with 350 • The Santa Clause (1994) million sold since 1980. • A Charlie Brown Christmas (1965) • A Christmas Story (1983) • Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer (1964) Did you know … The most expen- • National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation (1989) sive toy in the world • Elf (2003) is a German toy mak- • The Holiday (2006) er Steiff's Louis Vuittion • Miracle on 34th Street (1947 and 1994) teddy bear that sold at • It’s a Wonderful Life (1946) auction in Monaco for • Christmas in Connecticut (1945) $2.1 million. They buyer • Home Alone (1990) was Korean Jessie Kim. • Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas (1966 and 2000) • Love Actually (2003) Did you know … Lego surpassed • Die Hard (1988) Mattel to become the • The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993) world’s largest toy man- • A Christmas Carol (2009) • The Muppet Christmas Carol (1992) ufacturer in 2017. • Bad Santa (2003) • Meet Me in St. Louis (1944) Did you know … Hamleys in Lon- • The Polar Express (2004) don is the largest and • Christmas with the Kranks (2004) (source: Town and Country magazine) the oldest toy retailer in the world. It was founded by William Hamley in High Holborn, London in 1760. The 259-year old toy company was initially called Noah's Ark.
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