The Voice of Van Buren County - February 9th, 2021

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Health Dept.

Dropping Vaccine Allocation

Residents in the northern part of the county saw beautiful snowfall on Saturday

It Is Still Cold And It Is Still Winter

by Jeff Stansbery

On Arkansas Highway 254 East the northern part of Van Buren County, the snow was coming down Saturday. Even though it was between 34 and 36 de-

grees, the snow was accumulating very rapidly on the ground and trees.

I took these pictures at our place near Chimes, approximately eight and one-half miles from US Highway 65.

When I was driv-

ing from Clinton toward my home, it began raining. The temperature started dropping from around 40 degrees to 34 degrees and started snowing just south of Dennard as I approached Arkan-

sas Highway 254.

When I turned on 254, the snow got heavier and accumulated on the ground and trees. Getting closer to my home, it looked almost like a blizzard when I pulled into my driveway, on-

ly 30 minutes after I left Clinton. It is sometimes remarkable how contrasting the weather is from one end of the county to the other. Hurry up, Spring!

Clinton Drug, a provider of Covid-19 vaccinations, announced on Friday, "We received notification that we will only receive fifty doses of COVID-19 vaccine next week. The ADH is dropping our county allocation back down to two hundred. Per the ADH, ten percent of Van Buren County residents have already received a vaccination. They redistributed our "extra" doses to other counties, with some as low as four percent vaccinated.

This does not have any effect on patients who need their second doses. Those are auto shipped to the pharmacy and have already been accounted for. All appointments for next week have been made, and patients were notified. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we continue to accomplish all we can for our community!"

Coronavirus By the numbers February 7, 2021 State of Arkansas • Total Covid-19 Cases - 306,736 • Confirmed Cases - 243,874 • Probable Cases - 62,862 • Recovered Cases - 285,306

Early Monday morning a Pepsi driver left the road way by Ozark Health

Black Ice leaves drivers stranded

Van Buren County

During the early hours of Monday morning, motorists were left stranded in ditches as vehicles slid from the roadways on thin patches of black ice.

Clinton Public Schools canceled in-person learning in favor of virtual classes as many county areas, especially in the higher elevations, were especially treacherous.

Judge Dale James announced the county offices would tentatively open at 10:00

• Total Cumulative Cases: 1,167 • Confirmed Cases: 791 • Total Active Cases: 100 • Total Recovered Cases: 1,053 • Recovered Confirmed Cases: 712 • Recovered Probable Cases: 341 • Total Deaths: 14 • Confirmed Deaths: 12 • Probable Deaths: 2

am, two hours later than usual, weather permitting.

A report from the Sheriff's Office encouraged residents to stay off of the roads unless they had to be out. Reports from around the county came in citing pileups on US Highway 65 North, with six vehicles and a semi trailer piled up as well as black ice and extremely slick conditions in Dennard, Crabtree, Alread and the Certer Ridge area.

Firefighters from three departments work to stop blaze at Half Moon

Structure a total loss in Half Moon fire A caller notified the Highway 110 Fire Department of a possible structure fire in Fawn Bluff's area off of Half Moon Road on Sunday afternoon.

Highway 110, Burnt Ridge, and Choctaw fire departments responded.

Units arrived on the scene to find a residential structure-ac-

tivity burning.

Additional incoming units were notified of the fire and the location conditions. Firefighters arrived on the scene and began fire suppression operations from multiple directions. The structure was a total loss, and firefighters returned to service just af-

ter 3:00 pm. No firefighters or occupants were injured.

The firefighters wished a special thank you to the Medic-One Ambulance, who provided assistance and medical standby, and the Van Buren County Office of Emergency Services for their service.

Remembering the tornado that carved through our county 13 years ago

by Warren Johnson

Photo of the Beast in Clinton - 2008

The 2008 Super Tuesday Tornado outbreak began as twenty-four states held primary elections and caucuses to select the United States' presidential candidates for the November election.

The deadly outbreak gave rise to almost ninety tornados from February 5 in-

to the following morning carving into nine states and leaving fifty-seven fatalities.

The beast moved into Van Buren County southeast of Beverage Town. It strengthened, decimating forty-one homes and twenty-one trailer houses across the county, causing significant damage to homes and businesses on both sides of the river at

Clinton.

There were three fatalities in our county. We will never forget Fountaine Bayer, Thomas Lee Armstrong, and Tonya Selkin.

The EF-4 tornado would ultimately carve through seven counties in Arkansas; on its one hundred twenSee Tornado on page 2

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Online cattle health seminar to be conducted

by Danny Griffin County following link and regisExtension Agent ter at https://bit.ly/3bU-

Sid and his daughter Ashley.

Ashley Marsh is a radio and TV personality in LR. Ali Sugg is the owner of the LAKE radio in Heber Springs

Ron and Ethan Roberson at the control console in the early 80s. Ron is still an on air personality

Dennis Veazey was an early on air personality at KGFL. Sadly, Dennis passed away on January 5, 2021

King-Sullivan radio a Van Buren County staple for 44 years

by Warren Johnson es within thirty miles his radio stations bur- the world. In later gen-

The year 2021 marks forty-four years since we first heard the classic jingle - The Music Sounds Best on KGFL Clinton. On November 16, 1977, the station was founded by Sid King and his sister Deanna Webber.

I remember the very first broadcast from the KGFL studios in downtown Clinton.

I turned seven a couple of months earlier and saved my birthday money to purchase a handheld black and silver A.M. transistor radio from Western Auto.

It was because of KGFL; I began to enjoy all genres of music. Station owner Sid King played forty minutes of Gospel music in the mornings, with the now-iconic Trading Post program airing for thirty minutes each morning. Immediately following was the Sound Off program, which people could phone in and give their opinion on the day's subject.

Afterward, country-western music filled the air until 2:30 pm, when I would rock n roll with Dennis Veazey or Ron Roberson until the national anthem played during sign off at dusk. Initially broadcasting with 250 watts of power, the station reached audienc-

of Clinton. KGFL covered all of the bases, providing news coverage from the Arkansas Radio Network at Noon and just before signoff.

I vividly recall listening to Sid bring up to date coverage of the Titan II missile explosion at Damascus in 1980.

The format remained mostly unchanged until Sid launched a new F.M. station in the fall of 1982. KHPQ 92.1 was the Music F.M. and featured the best in Adult Contemporary and pop music. In time, KGFL shifted to airing country-western music exclusively or new country as it became known when music trends began to change.

Sid King has earned his place in Van Buren County history for bringing entertainment into our homes with his radio stations for over four decades. For many years, he had a television station broadcasting on cable until the Hasting's family sold the cable company a few years ago.

Sid is no stranger to disappointment; still, he also owns the Gateway Twin Cinema, closed for the better part of a year due to coronavirus. Barely two weeks into the founding of KHPQ, the great flood of 1982 left

ied under a deluge.

The station was full of equipment, with much of it being still in the new packaging. The great flood could have marked the end of the radio station, but Sid was broadcasting remotely from school hill almost without pause.

In record time, KGFL/ KHPQ was broadcasting again from the historic rock building in downtown Clinton built in the 1930s.

Through the years, the radio station has been a source of entertainment, news, weather, school closings, and when disaster strikes, emergency information for our community.

KGFL's call letters are a wink and nod to our local tourist attraction, Greers Ferry Lake.

Still, the Clinton Station was not the first radio station to use the designation. A Roswell, New Mexico, radio station first used the marker KGFL and became somewhat famous thirty years before Sid King's first broadcast from Clinton. KCRX Radio was born in 1927 under the call sign KGFL and was Roswell, New Mexico's first radio station. KGFL broke the UFO crash story in Roswell in 1947 and was the station that brought the famous news story to life and

erations, KGFL in Roswell became known as KKAT and was a top 40 Rock station in Southeastern New Mexico.

Later, KKAT morphed into KCRX - Roswell's home for Good Time Rock & Roll Oldies.

Sid stated in an interview, "I think radio, in a way, has to keep reinventing itself. Things that we may have done in the past may not work in the future. But I think we still have to serve the community. We have to bring it down to a one-on-one thing. Because that's our advantage over SiriusXM or Pandora, they are signaled all over the world.

They can't be personal and can't be Van Buren County, but I can."

The way the public consumes information and entertainment has changed dramatically since 1977. KHPQ is now a 24-hour country station. KGFL broadcast classic rock at its original location on the A.M. Dial 1110 and two F.M. frequencies, 94.7 and 97.3. Listeners can also stream from the Cruisin Oldies app to their smart device.

With a peak listening audience of 14,000, King-Sullivan Radio has been the number-one radio station in Van Buren County since 1977.

smallest, most sentiTornado mental treasure to refrom page 1 turn to the owner.

The tornado leveled ty-two mile trek, mak- all of Dr. Donald Waring it the longest torna- ren's businesses in Simdo path on record. lock Acres. He stated In typical Van Bu- in an interview recordren County fashion, our ed during the cleanup, people got busy helping " Yeah, We will rebuild. one another. As soon Shucks, that is just part the storm had passed, of our heritage, I guess." chainsaws could be Whether fire, ecoheard, helping to re- nomic disaster, flood, or move debris. Volunteers act of God, Van Buren cleared the remains of County people have alhomes and business- ways been resilient and Eddie Morgan's Dodge Durango es, searching for the in- come together to help jured. one another.

Days later, our peoThere is no othple were sifting through er place I would rather what was left of our be than surrounded by neighbor's homes and the good people of this businesses to find the county.

If you would like to be the nosy neighbor in your community, let us know.

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The Van Buren County Extension office of the University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture offers a Cattle Health Seminar Thursday, February 11, 2021, at 6:30 pm via Zoom.

The meeting will include: • Dr. Alvin Williams DVM is discussing Proper and Effective Vaccination Practices and Dr. Jeremy Powell.

• DVM for the University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture.

• Discussing Common Diseases of Beef Cattle Prevention.

If you would like to participate in this program, please go to the

nAL1. The meeting will be through the Zoom Application. Once you register, you should get a link emailed to you to the forum. If you need assistance with this, you can reach us here at the Van Buren County Extension office at (501)745-7117.

The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is an equal opportunity/equal access/ affirmative action institution. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate or need materials in another format, please contact your (insert appropriate office) as soon as possible—dial 711 for Arkansas Relay.

Emergency Services workers at Delta's safety briefing on Saturday

Emergency Services attended safety briefing at Delta Plant On Saturday morning, The Van Buren County Rescue Squad, along with representatives from Choctaw Fire Department, Bee Branch Fire Department, Medic One Ambulance, Van Buren County Coroner, Van Buren County OEM, and Arkansas Game and Fish, attended a walkthrough and safety briefing at the Del-

ta Quarry and Asphalt Plant.

Members were briefed on the daily operations, primary safety concerns, and the location's emergency operation plan.

Special thanks to all members and representatives who attended and to Bruce Blair with Delta, who organized the event and led it on Saturday morning.

Damage to structures along Highway 65 in Clinton

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James & Joyce Burns

call 592-3935, and we will get it into the paScotland per. Stay warm, dry, and Well, we are still healthy, and count your waiting for a call to get blessings. our Covid-19 vaccination. Maybe this week.

I know several that already have received vaccinations and are almost ready for their 2nd shot.

Please remember that the Scotland Community Center is open, and they have the pool table, work puzzles, and play bingo on Thursday.

Lunch is only $4.00, and Jeffry Burgess you can eat in or take out. Starla posts the Crabtree Thursday, thirty minmenu on the Scotland Facebook page. If you utes before sunrise, Vewant to take it out, you nus pairs with Jupiter, can call her, and she will very low in the southwestern sky. have it ready.

Thursday, 2:30 p.m., I see that James Lowder has his lot EHC holds a Zoom cleaned up after the fire. meeting. Let Burtie It is sad to see some- know if you would like one lose their home to an invitation at burtie@ fire, but a blessing no artelco.com.

Friday overnight, one was hurt. Whoever cleaned up his lot did an the moon, Mars and The Pleiades, or “Seven excellent job.

I will not submit Sisters”, form a loose Scotland news in the triangle.

Friday and Satpaper next week, as I will be having surgery urday are considered and will be recuper- “Best Days” for plantating for a few days. I ing above ground crops should be up and going by the Old Farmer’s Alby the following week, manac. I’m guessing so if you have news, that’ll only be true if the

THAT

BANNER MOUNTAIN GIRL

by Freeda Baker Nichols

The Day I Met My Valentine The day I met my Valentine, I was a sophomore in high school. I had attended my freshman year at Clinton High School, but I started my sophomore year at Shirley High. However, after one week, I was really wanting to go back to Clinton High, where I had begun studies I wanted to continue. The Shirley School, at that time,

didn’t offer some subjects I thought I needed. I liked the Shirley School, the students, and the teachers, but after one week, I decided to return to Clinton High.

Looking back and remembering my first day of that one week at Shirley High, I recall being in class as the teacher prepared to start by calling the roll.

She was a new, young

ground is not frozen solid.

Saturday, Recycling Day is cancelled due to expected frigid temperatures. Although, as of this writing, the ACCDA meeting at 10 a.m. and Alread Inter-organizational meeting at 11 a.m. are still on the calendar that same day.

Next Wednesday, the Bookmobile visit to Tilly and Zion Hill is cancelled.

Next Sunday(21st), is the last day for crow hunting, Thursday through Monday hunting only. Check the Regs for details.

A RallyX Auto Racing Test and Tune Event is scheduled for February 27, in Crabtree. For info visit their Facebook page or arscca.org.

Marge Koone called to talk and mentioned several of her older friends had received their COVID-19 vaccines. She said some thought has been given to when various EHC activities may begin again but went onto to say regardless of the timing, masks, social distancing and surface sanitation will continue.

The ground hog teacher, and some of the boys were having a field day answering roll call with the wrong names. One classmate was a little bit late to class. I wouldn’t find out until much later in life the reason why that he was late to class that day. He joined in the fun with his buddies, who were aggravating the new teacher. My sympathy was with the teacher. Unknown to me, at that time, when the late classmate entered the door, there stood my Valentine. Gene Nichols. I had seen him once before down at Privitt’s Store where he worked, part-time.

As fate would have it, I returned to Clinton High, where I graduated. And Gene continued on at Shirley High, where he graduated. Sometime during our high school days, we began dating. A

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Glenda McKeenihan of Bebee visited her sister Cala Linn, Saturday.

Ester Bass will bring the message at Shady Grove, Sunday, February 14.

Wayne Hackett is still recovering from his foot surgery, which is a challenging surgery to get over. As adults, we don't know how to keep our feet elevated to heal adequately; I hope Wayne is doing a good job.

kids, R G and Marvanell Ward, and Ann Morse.

On Tuesday, Sindee took R G to Shirley and joined the domino Player at the Community Center. He reported that he enjoyed visiting with the guys and played a few dominoes.

DeLane Story got her Covid 19 vaccination on Wednesday. She said she's not having any problems.

She said on Thursday; the soreness was just about gone. That's pretty good, only 24 hours.

My arm was sore much longer when I got my flu shot.

Donna, Ann, and I went up on the mountain and played SkipBo with Sammy Story on Wednesday evening. We did have some excellent games. I won two out of three!!!! Even better than that was the peanut butter cookies she sent home with us. I have to eat them slowly, but they are delicious!

Donna and Richard went to Little Rock on Friday for his follow up Covid vaccination.

My bowling team is doing pretty well so far.

We were in first place for a couple of weeks, then dropped to second. We had a good night Monday, so we will at least stay in second. I have been bowling on the same team since 1992.

I guess it's pretty obvious I like the sport. I'm not much good, but I love trying to do better each week!

Patsy Ward Condolences go out to the families who lost Formosa loved ones this week.

Sindee and David May God bless and Morse had a family din- comfort you. ner for their kids, grandHave a good week.

year and a half after our graduation, we got married. He truly became my Valentine and will forever be.

The reason Gene was late to class that day was that he had a job of delivering newspapers before school.

An acceptable excuse.

And probably, he was never late again.

As Valentine’s Day comes around, I’m reminded that it’s a day of celebration, a tradition where cards and flowers are sent or given to the love of your life. It’s a time for parties—a time when school children give a card to each one in their class. A time when everyone is a friend and everyone in the class gets a card.

So, in that respect, it’s a wonderful day.

I might add that I’m not sure if elementary school children still exchange Valentine

cards, as we did, and as our children did.

No doubt the Corona Virus Pandemic will cause changes in this year’s method of celebrating. If it is too great a risk to go into the candy store, I imagine some people might make candy at home for their loved ones.

Chocolate Almond Bark and peanuts are good ingredients for homemade candy.

Easy to make by melting the Almond Bark in a microwave and add the peanuts. Flowers, though, and balloons more than likely will be sent, as usual. There’s also a phone call or a text with which to stay in touch on this special day.

Sharing loving thoughts and wishes on this annual celebration is worth it all.

Let’s keep the tradition! Happy Valentine’s Day!

Punxsutawney Phil predicted six more weeks of winter recently. While it looks like he may have got it right this year, my research indicates he’s been right less than 50% of the time.

Don’t forget to take precautions for the coming extreme cold: open cabinet doors, let indoor faucets drip, drain outdoor water lines, change filters on heaters, shut off water if pipes freeze and provide liquid water for outdoor critters. Being prepared can save you from grief.

If you have info about the greater Crabtree and west Hwy. 16 community, call or text Jeffry Burgess, 7451249.

Thelma Murray Shirley

I drove through Shirley one day, Charley was standing in front of the barbershop, and there were trucks pulling trailers parked at the rodeo arena & six or seven dogs were sleeping at the post office. I think I woke them up as I pulled in to mail a letter.

Wow-what a birthday I have had; just having my 76th birthday is a big blessing. I went to church Wednesday night, and Patricia Worden had baked me a sugar-free birthday cake and a card. Then Thursday, I received a delivery of flowers for my birthday and our anniversary from our good friend Rosetta Sanders.

My daughter in law Pam Murray cooked supper for us Friday night, grandson Cameron Murray of Conway and his girls Claire & Carlee, Corey Murray, and his boys Legend & Kaelyx were there and ate with us. I have got four cards and am expecting more.

We have seven new calves here on the Murray Farm. I can feel Spring in the air on some days.

Senior Menu Tuesday, Feb 9: Meatloaf, Scalloped Potatoes, Green Beans, Wheat Bread, Fresh Fruit, Milk W e d n e s d a y, Feb 10: Ravioli with Sauce, Peas & Carrots, Greens, Garlic Bread, Cinnamon Applesauce, Milk Thursday, Feb 11: Fried Fish, Baby Bakers, Pinto Beans, Hush Puppies, Banana Pudding, Milk Friday, Feb 12: Chicken Parmigiana, Spinach, Corn, Breadstick, Peaches, Milk Monday, Feb 15: Closed - Presidents Day

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Obituaries

Barbara Mercer

Barbara Cuff Mercer, aged 57, died of natural causes on Wednesday, February 3rd, 2021, in Bee Branch, Arkansas.

Her Husband survives Barbara, David Mercer of Bee Branch Arkansas, her son Chandler Mercer of Bee Branch, Arkansas, her daughter Kandra Murray Kellen of Big Stone City South Dakota, and her brother David Cuff of East Peoria, Illinois. She is preceded in death by her Parents Richard Cuff and Henryetta Cuff of Ortonville, Minnesota, Her Brother Michael Cuff of Edina, Minnesota.

Barbara was born on February 26th in Minneapolis, Minnesota, to parents Richard and Henryetta Cuff. She lived in Ortonville, Graceville, and Clinton, Minnesota.

She graduated from Ortonville High School in 1981.

Barbara also attended Willmar Vocational Technical School, Alexandria Vocational Technical School, and she was an EMT and Nursing Assistant in Graceville, Minnesota.

Barbara was a loving wife and mother to her son Chandler Mercer and Daughter Kandra Kellen.

She married David Mercer on March 31st, 2000; they lived in Clinton, Minnesota, and moved to Bee Branch, Arkansas, in 2005.

Barbara dedicated her life to Jesus Christ in 1980.

She is now at home with Jesus, whom she loved with her entire being.

Barbara enjoyed bible study and making people laugh. She also enjoyed the “Far Side” comic that she shared with her friends and family. Barbara was a gifted artist in many mediums such as clay, oil painting, drawing, and a songwriter.

She was commissioned to do an album cover in 2021.

Her family and friends will always remember her as a follower of Jesus Christ!

Barbara’s philosophy in life was, “Life is too short not to be kind.”

Her family and friends will miss Barbara. She is now fully alive in eternity, in the arms of God! Memorials can be sent to Danny & Barbara Mercer, 1430 Highway 430 East, Clinton, Arkansas, 72031, or David.J.Cuff@Gmail.com, David Cuff 33 on Facebook.

Barbara’s service was on February 10, 2021, at 2:00 PM at the New Life Apostolic Church of Clinton, Arkansas.

Beverly Stancil

Beverly Brothers Stancil went to be with the Lord on February 2, 2021. In Memphis, Tennessee, she was born March 18, 1932, to the late Jack and Victorine Brothers.

Beverly loved music and enjoyed singing solos in many churches in Memphis, Tennessee. She was also a soloist at Trinity Methodist Church in Little Rock and Clinton Methodist Church in Clinton, Arkansas.

Beverly attended Southwestern at Memphis, now Rhodes College, and graduated from Methodist Hospital School of Nursing in Memphis, Tennessee. She was married to Dr. Clark Stancil for 61 years. Her retirement was in 1993 from the American Red Cross. She was an avid seamstress, gardener, traveler, and an excellent cook who enjoyed entertaining friends and family.

Beverly is survived by her son, James Alan Stancil, granddaughters, Sharon Flourquist (Lane) and Lisa Payne (Bradford), of Fayetteville, Arkansas.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Robert Clark Stancil, and husband, Clark Stancil.

There are no services scheduled at press time.

Danny Linn

He was known to many as 'Uncle Dan," Danny Linn, 67, of Culpepper Mountain, was born October 4, 1953, to the late Grady and Inez (Jinkins) Linn. He passed away on February 4, 2021.

In his younger years, he worked for Ward Bus Company and then went into sheet metal work in Little Rock. He decided to work closer to home and did concrete finishing until going to work at Petit Jean Electric as an engineer. He retired in 2016 to his cattle farm on Culpepper Mountain, where he entertained his many friends at the barn.

He enjoyed visiting and would sit for many hours as long as he had company.

He was preceded in death by his parents; three

The staff of The Voice of Van Buren County extends sincere condolences to all who have lost loved ones.

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brothers: Jack, Gary, Bill; and one sister, Judy.

He survived by his wife of 46 years, Susie, and a son, Jason, and a special nephew, Colton Story, all of Clinton. He is also survived by brother-in-law, Danny Story of Clinton and brotherin-law, Russell (Corey) Story of Van Buren, Arkansas; sisters-in-law, Laura of Bee Branch, Arkansas, Mary of Flint, Michigan; many nieces and nephews and a host of friends.

On Monday, February 8, 2021, Visitation was from 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm at the Church of Christ in Choctaw, Arkansas. His service followed, and interment was at the Culpepper cemetery.

tian marriage.

We want to thank the staff of CHI Hot Springs and Kindred Hospice for your loving care of Dean. Also, we want to thank our family and friends for their prayers.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Woolverton Mountain Cemetery, 362 Woolverton Mountain Road, Clinton, Arkansas 72031.

Funeral services were at 10:00 am Monday, February 8, 2021, at Mountain View Missionary Baptist Church, with Pastors Roy Hill and Michael Gray officiating.

Burial followed at Woolverton Mountain Cemetery. The family received friends from 9:30 am to 10:00 am before service time at the church.

Arrangements were by Harris Funeral Home of Morrilton. Pallbearers were Chad Shipp, Lynn Shipp, Kenny O'Brien, Lonnie Flowers, Kenny Chism, and Josh Shipp.

Kathy Roten.

• A host of extended family and friends.

Denvalee is preceded in death by her parents, Leander and Mary Horton, her husband, Baxter Kent Roten, who passed away in 2014; siblings Joyce McKnight, Clois Horton, Lois Harness, Alma Smith, Zelma Bundy, Robert Perry, and Gladys Eaton.

Graveside services for Denvalee were at 2:00 PM Sunday, February 7th, 2021, at Elberta Cemetery near Leslie, Arkansas, with Bro. John Eaton officiating. Denvalee will be laid to rest beside her husband, Baxter Roten.

Dorothy May Fowler

Dean Shipp

Dean Shipp, 85, of Woolverton Mountain, joined the heavenly choir on Friday, February 5, 2021. He was born on April 23, 1935, on Woolverton Mountain to Ken and Nancy Shipp.

Dean was a lifelong member of Mountain View Missionary Baptist Church and served as a song leader and deacon. He was a barber in Morrilton for over 40 years and found great joy in family and singing.

He helped coordinate the Thursday night gospel singings and was a member of the Southern Gospel group Heaven's Jubilee.

In addition to his parents, Dean was preceded in death by his wife of 56 years, Vonnie Sue Shipp.

Two brothers, Leo and Doyle Shipp. Two sisters, Gladys Grill, and Sonja O'Brien. He is survived by his sons, Don (Rhonda) Shipp and Greg (Geneva) Shipp. 4 Grandchildren: Amber (Jeff) Gannon, Chad (Amber Gail) Shipp, Josh Shipp, and Maria (Jacob) Lawson. 2 Great Grandchildren: Dallas and Harper Gannon. His church and singing families.

Being a barber, Dean never met a stranger. He said he would retire when his oldest Granddaughter graduated from high school. Dean retired with a barber chair in his backroom and continued cutting hair for friends and family a few more years. He loved singing. He and Sue traveled many a mile to gather with their singing friends over many, many years.

In the summertime, you'd find him in his garden tending to his watermelons.

In the Fall, he enjoyed listening to the dogs run deer and shooting many quail over a good bird dog.

In his later years, he and Sue spent quality time in their swing in the yard. They passed along their love of God to their family and set an example of a loving Chris-

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Denvalee Horton Roten

Denvalee Aquilla Horton Roten, age 90, of Marshall, Arkansas, passed from this life on Thursday, February 4th, 2021, at her home with family by her side.

She was born in Zack, Arkansas, on March 22nd, 1930, to Leander L. Horton and Mary Elizabeth Garrison Horton.

When her health permitted, Denvalee attended the Leslie First Baptist Church.

She had an excellent green thumb and could grow anything. She loved to spend time in her garden and working on her flowers. She liked being outdoors and enjoyed camping and fishing. Denvalee loved children. She was a "mother" to many and gave herself to her own family and others. She was happiest when doing for others.

Her nurturing, giving spirit will be greatly missed by her family and friends.

Survivors include: • Her daughter, Mary Susan Stephenson of Arkansas.

• Her grandchildren, Jennifer Nicole Treadwell and husband Jeff of Marshall, Jordan Elizabeth Stephenson of Fountain, Colorado, and Seth Morgan Kent Stephenson and wife Danielle of Clarksville, Tennessee.

• Great-grandchildren, Olivia Madison Treadwell, Leah Addison Treadwell, Reese Mackenna Stephenson, and Nora May Stephenson.

• One sister, Estalee Reves.

• Many precious nieces and nephews.

• She thought of her wonderful in-laws as her siblings, Maxine Rhoades, Melveda England, Paul, and

Dorothy May Fowler, 97, passed away peacefully at home on January 26, 2021. She was born August 8, 1923, to the late Harvey and Bertha Hipkins, in Boothwyn, Pennsylvania.

A full obituary was pending at press time.

James Arthur Koonce

James Arthur Koonce, 81, of Center Ridge, Arkansas, passed from this life on February 2, 2021. He was born in Golden, Colorado, on August 20, 1939, to James and Mary (Wade) Koonce. They moved to Kansas and ended up in Arkansas, where James married Tennie Edna Allen and moved to Oklahoma.

He is preceded in death by his parents and two brothers.

James enlisted in the United States Army. After his enlistment from the Army, he returned to Arkansas and met his wife; they moved to Oklahoma, where he entered his life-long profession of firefighting and emergency responding. James reached the rank of Captain in the Tulsa Fire Department.

Upon retirement, he and Tennie returned to Arkansas to be near family. They settled in the town of Choctaw, Arkansas. He became very active with the volunteer fire department and assisted with training.

James started a new caSee Obituaries on page 5

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etery following the service.

Obituaries To express online condofrom page 4 lences, please visit www.rollerfunerlahomes.com/clinreer in heating and air and ton. appliance repair. Many years later, they moved to Center Ridge, Arkansas, and became an active member of the First Baptist Church of Center Ridge, assisting with building, maintaining, and maintaining the lawn and premises.

Those celebrating his memory are his wife of the home, Tennie Edna Koonce; his daughter, Judy Carson of Austin, Arkansas; his son, James "Pete" Koonce of Moyock, North Caroli- Micah Lee Jordan Micah Lee Jordan, 47, na; his stepdaughters, Lisa Linville of Clinton, Ar- of Greenbrier, Arkansas, forkansas and Teresa Ward of merly of Crossett, ArkanGuy, Arkansas; many grand sas, passed away on Januand great-grandchildren; his ary 31, 2021, at UAMS Medbrothers, Allen Koonce of ical Center. On June 20, Garfield, Arkansas and Clif- 1973, he was born in Crosford Koonce of Kingsland, sett to his parents, Charles Georgia; his sister, Mary Lee R. and Trudy McCaughan Waldo of Haines City, Flori- Jordan. Michah was precedda; along with a host of oth- ed in death by his grandparents, Robert and Lucille Jorer family and friends.

Jim's visitation was from dan, Alton and Edith Mc1:00 pm - 2:00 pm, Satur- Caughan; two uncles, Fred day, February 6, 2021, and McCaughan and Mike Malhis funeral service followed loy, and a very special cousat 2:00 pm, both at the Roll- in, Matthew Malloy.

Micah was multi-talenter McNutt Funeral Home Chapel in Clinton, Arkansas. ed and worked in many inInterment was at Plant Cem- dustrial fields. He attend-

Just Thinking

Twistidioms

by Joe W. Jones

Sometimes I drive up on the river just for old time's sake. No more riding in that old wagon that would rattle and shake.

Up where the folks would have truck patches about seventy-years ago; those places are full of oak and pine trees— no more trips to the river for lunch where there was a cool breeze.

I can almost see the rows of peas and corn wavering in the wind. As you know, that was only in my mind, but it is good to go back, if only for a time.

No more going over to the river at the end of the day, to play in the river and take a swim.

Sometimes we had a rope tied to a limb; we could swing out over the water and make a big splash.

As Aunt Nora used to say, that was back in the good ole days. One Sudoku Solution

ed electrical-instrumentation schools, as well as pipefitting and plumbing and a licensed journeyman electrician. Micah loved construction. He worked in many facilities throughout Arkansas.

As a youth, Micah played baseball and loved it.

As an adult, he was an avid fan of baseball and college football. He coached youth baseball and soccer.

Micah attended the First Presbyterian Church of Conway and Grace Presbyterian, which strengthened his walk with the Lord. Micah had a big heart! He loved helping and serving others and truly respected all people, no matter their station in life.

One of his favorite ministries was serving the hungry at ''Daily Bread.''

Micah was a colorful storyteller with many addons that would keep you in stitches! His family will cherish those memories, and we rejoice in knowing that one day we will be with him in Heaven.

Survivors include his parents, Charles and Trudy Jordan of Greenbrier, Arkansas; his son, Gabriel Lee Jordan of Crossett, Arkansas; his sister, Cara Jordan Smith, and nephew, Jordan Smith of Greenbrier; special

Joe W. Jones time, I asked, what was so good? There was no running water, no electric lights, or cars to drive around; she said it was back when we were young.

I know well what she was talking about now.

For the years have gone by so fast; indeed, that was the good old days, for everything is in the past.

But we know not what another day will bring, for this old world is in such a bad way. Our only hope is Jesus, and we need to look to Him and pray.

As I look back to the loved ones that have gone on before, I only hope to meet them up there on that golden shore.

The Voice’s own Jeff Stansbery wrote a humorous little book entitled “Twistidioms.”

Jeff’s book is available for purchase for five dollars.

If loose lips sink ships, imagine what a heavy foot could do.

You can’t sell him down the river if he’s up a creek.

I ate a dozen caterpillars – now I’ve got butterflies in my stomach.

She told me to watch my mouth; but I couldn’t see past my nose.

Every dog has its day; but the night belongs to the cats.

Laughter is the best indication you need medicine.

What’s so natural about a disaster?

“Look on the bright side” might not be a good thing to say to a spot-welder.

There was a meeting of the mimes, and nothing was discussed.

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aunt, Betty Malloy of Heber Springs, Arkansas; many cousins; and his dear companion, Kate Deen of Little Rock, Arkansas.

His funeral service was at 2:00 pm on Friday, February 5, 2021, at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Conway, Arkansas. Visitation with the family was at 1:30 pm, before the service. Interment followed at Crestlawn Memorial Park, 472 US-64, Conway, Arkansas.

Russell LeRoy Cole, Jr.

Russell LeRoy (Russ) Cole, Jr. was born in Carthage, Missouri, on November 15, 1962, and passed on to heaven on January 29, 2021, at 58.

Russ was so funny, and most of all, loved his friends and his family.

He is preceded in death by his two grandmothers that he loved so much, his grandfather, and his father.

Russ is survived by his mother, Fran Humphrey, step-fathers; Jerry Humphrey of Fairfield Bay, Arkansas and Bobby Mayle of Texarkana, Arkansas; his brother, Kenneth Mayle of Carrollton, Texas, his two sisters; Robyn Malbrough of Ponchatoula, Louisiana and DeAnna Hawthorne of

Texarkana, Arkansas, two daughters, Danielle Cole and Savannah Cole, both of Texarkana, Texas, a beautiful granddaughter, Khloe, one niece, two nephews, two great-nephews, a stepsister, a stepbrother, and a lot of lovely friends.

Russ loved living on the river, and he lived his life wholly and freely. He will remain in our hearts forever.

Willard Ray Postell

Willard Ray Postell, 72, of Damascus, Arkansas, passed away on February 3, 2021. He was born in Alread, Arkansas, on October 28, 1948, to the late Burchard and Ruby Postell.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Burchard and Ruby Postell; and brothers, Michael, Joe, and Ricky.

His wife, Mary Jo Shumate, survive Ray; children, Amy Postell, Crystal Postell, Angie Postell, Roxanne Shumate, Lisa Shumate, Ricky Shumate, and Scotty Smith; numerous grandchildren; siblings, Kathy Brown, Berniece Marlin, Teresa Emmons, and Bobby Postell; a host of family and friends.

Private family service will be held at a later date.

Remembering Ruth Johnson

by Rheanna Maxwell

Today at Clinton Walmart we are mourning the passing of beautiful Mrs. Ruth Johnson. She passed away on Friday, January 29, 2021, aged 90.

Miss Ruth was the widow of a Navy Veteran, and literally one of the kindest, most humble ladies you’d have ever met. She retired after 33 years in April of 2019, and her presence has been missed in the store ever since. We have a table with cards to sign up front for her family.

Ruth Johnson

Remembering Carrol Ward Carrol Lynch Ward was born January 15, 1936, at Fifty-Six, Arkansas, to Carl and Cuba Ward.

He graduated from Mountain View High School and Arkansas Tech University.

He coached basketball at Timbo High School.

Mr. Ward was married to Lila Jean Rose and began raising their family together while Carrol started his law enforcement career. He was a Corporal with the Arkansas State Police for 24 years.

After retirement in 1988, he was elected Van Buren County Sheriff, where he served un-

til 1992, when he once again retired.

Carrol enjoyed spending time at his deer camp, hunting, and enjoying his grandkids, especially attending their many athletic events.

He was a member of the Clinton Parks and Recreation Committee for years. He was a founding member of the Rocky Hill Hunting Club. More recently, Carrol served on Governor Beebe's Criminal Detention Facilities Review Committee.

Carrol Lynch Ward passed away on December 9, 2010, and is at rest in Salem Cemetery - Rocky Hill.

Carrol Ward was the Van Buren County Sheriff from 1988 1992

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Clinton School

Yellowjackets Win Against District Lunch Feb 8 – 12, 2021 Pangburn Elementary Menu

Monday Breakfast: Cereal, Fruit, Juice, Milk, Lunch: Bbq Pork Sandwich, Potato Wedges, Coleslaw, Fruit, Milk Tuesday Breakfast: Mini Pancakes, Fruit, Juice, Milk, Lunch: Frito Chil Pie, Cheese/ Corn, Pinto Beans, Fruit, Muffin, Milk Wednesday Breakfast: Cereal, Fruit, Juice, Milk, Lunch: Mexican Chicken, Romaine Salad, Carrots, Fruit, Milk Thursday Breakfast: Strawberry Bagel, Fruit, Juice, Milk, Lunch: Chicken Patty, Vegetable Blend, Green Beans, Wheat Roll, Fruit, Milk Friday Breakfast: Cereal, Fruit, Juice, Milk, Lunch: Hot Dog/Bun, Tator Tots, Baked Beans, Fruited Jello, Cookie, Milk All Menus/Menu Items Are Subject To Change Without These students Notice. Usda Is An Equal Ophave been working very portunity Provider And Emhard! James Long and ployer.

Cara Woods showed a lot of responsibility when they complet- Junior High & High ed all their online work School Menu Monday Breakfast: Mini while being absent! Ms. Bobst recognized them Pancake’s, Chocolate Chip, Fruit, Juice/Milk, Lunch: Bbq for their hard work.

Mrs. Hendrix recog- Pork On Wheat Bun, Creamy nized Tommy Harmon Coleslaw, Baked Beans, Baked for working extreme- Chips, Fruit Cup/Fruit, Milk Tuesday Breakfast: Mini ly hard last week and Strawberry Cream earning all of his DOJO Bagel, Cheese, Fruit, Juice/Milk, Valpoints!

We are proud of all entines Dinner, Lunch: Chicken Strips, Creamed Potatoes, of you!

Green Beans, Rolls, Cake/ Strawberries, Fruit, Milk Wednesday Breakfast: Breakfast Pizza, Fruit, Juice/ Milk, Lunch: Chicken Parmesan, Marinara Sauce, Tossed Salad\Dressing, Corn, Fruit/ Fruit Cup, Milk Thursday Breakfast: Ham/Egg/Cheese Croissant, Fruit, Juice/Milk, Lunch: Taco/Cheese, Lettuce/Tomatoes/ Salsa/Peppers, Pinto Beans, Muffin, Fruit Cup/Fruit, Milk Friday Breakfast: Cinnamon Roll, Fruit, Juice/Milk, Lunch: Hamburger On Bun, Mustard/Mayonnaise, Lettuce/ Tomatoes, Pickles/Onion, Oven Fries/Ketchup, Fruit, Milk The gutsy performance tonight by the Yellowjackets against a very good Pangburn team on the road; the Yellowjackets scratched and clawed out a 47-44 WIN putting the Jackets alone in first place. I can't say enough about the kids in what they overcame to win tonight. They have five games to go.

Great character, kids! Michael Hawley

Yellowjackets vs Pangburn Photo credit - Michael Hawley

Clinton Elementary Students Recognized

James Long and Cara Woods recognized by Ms. Bobst.

Mrs. Hendrix recognized Tommy Harmon

Clinton Elementary Honors Counselors We want to honor our counselors Jenny Jones and Caitlin Stewart. The ladies dedicate their lives to helping students and staff at CES, working day in and out to meet their physical, social, and emotional needs. Our students love to be around both of them!

Clinton Elementary School is blessed to have Mrs. Jones and Ms. Stewart as part of our school family.

South Side Graduate Named to Chancellor's List at UALR Hailey Davis, who graduated from the South Side - Bee Branch school district last year, has been named to the fall 2020 Chancellor's List at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock.

UA Little Rock recognizes superior academic performance at the end of each semester. To be named to the Chancellor's List, a student must have completed at least nine

credit hours with a 3.9 GPA or higher.

Hailey's mother, Renea, told the Voice, "South Side is an excellent school, and in the three years my daughter attended, she gained many mentors who helped her to thrive in so many ways.

I know it is my daughter's hard work and intelligence that got her here, but she also had the help of some pretty amazing teachers."

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Where in the county is this?

Music Trivia Who Sang It? In 1978, he was winding his way down on Baker Street.

In 1982, they were Dancing in the Street.

In 1986, they were Wild in the Streets.

In 1987, they sang about Where the Streets have no Name.

In 1988, they were going Through the Streets of your Town.

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CHURCH PAGE

Photo by EuGene Smith

Thanks to those of you who called and correctly identified last week's featured church as Burnt Ridge Community Church. If you can identify this week's Church call 745-8040. (Remember to give me a contact for the history of your Church. We want to print the history of every Church in Van Buren County. With your help, we will!)

Antioch General Baptist Church 1608 Highway 9, Fox (870)363-4509 Archey Valley Community Church Highway 254, Chimes Bee Branch Baptist 11509 Hwy 65 South, Bee Branch 654-2630 Bethel Community Church 17904 Highway 95 W, Cleveland Botkinburg Baptist Church 9297 Highway 65 N, Botkinburg 757-2069 Botkinburg Community Foursquare Church 7054 Highway 65 N, Botkinburg 745-2311 Burnt Ridge Community Church 5846 Burnt Ridge Road, Clinton 745-6737 Calvary Missionary Baptist Church ABA 144 Nickie Ave., Clinton 745-3245 Choctaw Baptist Church 208 Highway 330 E, Clinton 745-7370 Choctaw Christian Center 4157 Highway 65 S, Choctaw 745-8264 Choctaw Church of Christ 233 Highway 330 E, Choctaw 745-8264 Christian Fellowship Church 674 Highway 658, Clinton Church of Christ 20452 Highway 16 W, Alread 745-5498 Church of the Nazarene 1664 Highway 65 S, Clinton Clinton Church of Christ 184 Third Street, Clinton 745-4252 Clinton Seventh-day Adventist Church 125 Skyhill Drive, Clinton 745-4532 Clinton United Methodist Church 636 Joe Bowling Road, Clinton 745-5181 Colony Church of Christ Hwy 92 E, Bee Branch Corinth Baptist Church 5158 Holley Mountain Road, Clinton Cornerstone Evangelical Church 3351 Highway 330 S, Fairfield Bay 884-6657 Crabtree Foursquare Church 11301 Highway 16 W, Crabtree 745-2894 Culpepper Community Church 6055 Highway 336 W, Culpepper Culpepper Mountain Church of Christ 118 South Essie Road, Culpepper Damascus United Methodist Church 17194 Highway 65 S, Damascus Eagle Heights Baptist Church Independent Fundamental VBC Fairgrounds, Clinton 757-0013

Eglantine Church of Christ 3796 Highway 330 S, Shirley 884-6880 Fairbanks Community Church 4753 Arkansas 356 E, Bee Branch Fairfield Bay Baptist Church 481 Dave Creek Parkway, Fairfield Bay 884-3371 Fairfield Bay United Methodist Church 765 Dave Creek Parkway, Fairfield Bay 884-3373 Faith Christian 10839 Edgemont Road, Edgemont 723-8109 Faith Church Highway 65 N & Harper Mountain Lane, Dennard, AR 72629 Faith Lutheran Church 310 Snead Drive, Fairfield Bay 884-3375 First Assembly of God Church 2466 Highway 65 N, Clinton 745-2285 First Baptist Church of Clinton 211 First Baptist Road, Clinton 745-6113 First Baptist Church of Damascus 43 Oak Tree Road, Damascus 335-7440 First Baptist Church of Sugarloaf 557 Arkansas 337, Higden 654-2354 First General Baptist Church 664 Highway 16 E, Clinton 745-4043 First Pentecostal Church of Clinton Highway 65 S at 1128 Lyn Road, Choctaw Formosa Baptist Church 630 Highway 9 W, Clinton 745-7709 Formosa Church of Christ 6603 Highway 9 West Clinton AR. 745-4446 Friendship Baptist Church 1321 Third St., Clinton 745-7177 Full Gospel Tabernacle 128 Catland Lane, Shirley 723-4500 Grace Church 3793 Highway 65 S, Clinton 472-7462 Half Moon Baptist Church 1031 Half Moon Road, Clinton 745-2273 Harmony Mountain Church of Christ Quattlebaum and Harmony Mtn Roads 745-2059 Hope Community Church 905 Damascus Road, Quitman Immanuel Baptist Church 498 Highway 16 E, Clinton 745-8528 Kaley Hill Missionary Baptist 6505 Highway 356, Bee Branch Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses 3624 Highway 65 S, Clinton 745-8781

Kirk of the Hills Presbyterian Church 250 Dave Creek Parkway, Fairfield Bay 884-3304 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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February 9, 2021

Classifieds • Legal RESEARCH

REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE

For Sale Reflect A Moment He said, "Happy are the utterly sincere, for they will see God!”

FOR RENT For Sale: 37acres +/-.

MISC. FOR SALE

Wooded, on county road, has power available. Nice views and wildlife.

Chimes community, Searcy County.

Apartments and mobile homes in Bee Branch area. $450-$650/month.

Deposit required.

Call for availability (501) 581-8640

$74,000 501-745-8484

DUPLEXES FOR RENT

Small 2BR, 1BA in Leslie.

Nice 1000 sqft 2-bedroom Duplexes with appliances. No Pets. No Smoking. $600-$650/month plus deposit.

Call: 501-745-5858 or 501-412-7682

Corner of 5th and Elm close to school close to Buffalo River

LEGAL

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EMPLOYMENT

FL Davis Cash Lumber is looking to hire a full time small engine mechanic.

Call 501-940-5448

For Rent

Applicants must have their own tools.

Reliability, cleanliness and the ability to meet deadlines are necessary for this position.

Said application was filed on January 29, 2021. The undersigned states that he/ she is a resident of Arkansas, of good moral character; that he/ she has never been convicted of a felony or other crime involving moral turpitude; that no license to sell alcoholic beverages by the undersigned has been revoked within five (5) years last past; and, that the undersigned has never been convicted of violating the laws of this State, or any other State, relative to the sale of controlled beverages.

Kayen Sawrie Name of Applicant Red River Market Name of Business Sworn to before me this 3rd day of February , 2021 . /s/ Lisa Mahler Notary Public LISA MAHLER Notary Public-Arkansas Van Buren County My Commission Expires 02-17-2027 Commission# 12700189 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF VAN BUREN COUNTY, ARKANSAS

VENABLE PROPERTIES, LLC PETITIONER VS. NO. 71CV-20-136 CARL D. BUSBY and ELGIE BUSBY, husband and Wife; JIMMY MCENTIRE and NELLIE MCENTIRE, husband and wife; and MANUELL RODRIGUEZ LAND DEVELOPMENT COMPANY and any other interested parties, unknown spouses, heirs, successors, or assigns of the named parties herein; RESPONDENTS

You are hereby notified that the Petitioner, Venable Properties, LLC, whose attorney is Melanie Beltran, has filed a Petition to Quiet and Confirm Title in the above-styled matter on Lot 12; Lewis Sugarloaf; Fairfield Bay, Arkansas. A copy of the Petition, Summons, and Notice of Quiet Title Action shall be delivered to you or your attorney upon your request.

You are also hereby warned to appear in this Court and defend by filing your answer or other responsive pleading within thirty (30) days from the date of first publication of the Warning Order; in the event of your failure to do so, judgment by default will be entered for the relief demanded in the petition as circumscribed by the laws of this State and you may be barred from answering or asserting your interest.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal as Clerk of the Court on this 27th day of January, 2021.

VS. No.: 71PR-94-38 SHIRLEY HUIE, KENNY SIGLER (deceased), JOHNNY SIGLER, PAMELO BUCKO, SUSAN BRAFFORD, BARABRA JEAN PAGET (deceased), KAREN BRIDGES AND DAVID KEELING, Heirs and Beneficiaries RESPONDENTS NOTICE OF PROBATE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS LAST KNOWN ADDRESS OF DECEDENT: 1461 HIGHWAY 95 E CLINTON, AR 72031 DATE OF DEATH: DECEMBER 22, 2020 Karen Bridges and Johnny Sigler were appointed Co-Executors of the estate of the above-named decedent on January 8, 2021. A contest of the probate can be affected only by filing a petition within the time provided by law.

All persons having claims against the estate must exhibit them, duly verified, to the undersigned within six (6) months from the date of the first publication of this notice, or they shall be forever barred and precluded from any benefit in the estate.

Provided, that claims for injury or death caused by the negligence of the decedent shall be filed within six (6) months from the date of the first publication of the notice, or they shall be forever barred and precluded from any benefit in such estate.

THIS NOTICE first published this 2nd day of February , 2021.

Karen Bridges and Johnny Sigler, Co-Executors By: /s/ Kent Tester KENT TESTER, ID No. 89123 Tester Law Firm, P.A. Attorney at Law 230 Hwy. 65 North, Suite 7 Clinton, AR 72031 501-745-7077 Fax 501-745-6161 kent@testerlaw.com

The White River Planning and Development District Inc. Lease Revenue improvement Bond Series 2015 indebtedness as of 12-31-2020 was $1,693,988.70 to be repaid by the County Library one (1) mill property tax.

As of 12-31-2020 Van Buren County's short term indebtedness was: $ 30,643.53 to be repaid by the Sheriff's Office, $ 6,194.00 to be repaid by the Detention Center, $1,883,430.71 to be repaid by the County Road Department, $40,702.75 to be repaid by the Emergency 911, $ 57,557.15 to be repaid by the Solid Waste Department, and $ 69,422.39 to be repaid

by County General.

County General Balance 1/1/20 1,492,371.46 State 632,053.62 Federal 121,807.24 Property Taxes 1,043,044.11 Sales Tax 1,506,583.83 Fines/Forf/Cost 376,151.90 Interest 23,529.00 Officers Fees 48,094.81 Jail Fees 365,742.78 Treasurer Comm 85,178.02 Collector Comm 244,517.67 Assessor Sal & Ex 445,602.39 rent 37,024.98 Bond Surplus 1,034,824.24 Other 502,507.62 Tr fr Other Accts 170,441.65 Tr to Other Accts (1,199,043.59) Expenditures (5,244,152.90) Balance 12/31/20 1,686,278.83 County Reserve Balance 1/1/20 289,941.01 interest 10,185.80 Tran from other funds 1,034,824.24 Tran to other funds (35,000.00) Balance 12/31/20 1,299,951.05 Covd Relief Fund Balance 01/01/20 0.00 Federal 748,192.86 Interest 1,038.52 Balance 12/31/20 749,231.38 Investigation Balance 1/1/20 150.83 Interest 5.90 Sheriff Fee/Rest 68.60 Ex Treas Com 0.22 Balance 12/31/20 225.55 County Road Balance 1/1/20 822,494.60 State 1,632,111.89 Federal 17,952.71 Property Taxes 836,440.52 Interest 14,006.57 Misc 62,908.85 trans to other funds (48.34) Expenditures (2,801,019.89) Balance 12/31/20 584,846.91 Additional Motor Fuel Balance 1/1/20 9,523.64 Hwy Revenue Turnback 123,381.89 Interest 13,369.90 Excess Comm 108.83 Expenditure (138,061.21) Balance 12/31/20 8,323.05 Hwy 124/65 Stop L Balance 1/1/20 2,696.52 Interest 67.04 Expenditures (515.52) Balance 12/31/20 2,248.04 Treasurer's Auto Balance 1/1/20 38,337.73 Interest 1,306.39 Transfer from Treasurer's Comm 23,886.87 Expenditures -20,279.32 Balance 12/31/20 43,251.67 Collectors Auto Balance 1/1/20 117,154.29 Interest 2,610.23 Collector's Comm 64,717.80 Expenditures -36,180.77 Balance 12/31/20 148,301.55 Circuit Court Auto Balance 1/1/20 45,309.06 Receipts 3,597.56 Interest 1,322.49 Exess Comm Treasurer 32.90 Balance 12/31/20 50,262.01 District Court Auto Balance 1/1/20 19,737.62 Receipts 15,819.52 Interest 567.84 Excess Comm Treasurer 161.39 Expenditures -17,341.30 Balance 12/31/20 18,945.07

County Clerk Cost Balance 1/1/20 20,330.57 Interest 333.77 Receipts 7,240.05 Excess Comm Treasurer 68.52 Expenditure -14,493.14 Balance 12/31/20 13,479.77 Recorders Cost Balance 1/1/20 0.00 Interest 689.65 Receipts 167,358.86 Transfer to other Funds -103,500.00

Wanted: Director of Van Buren County Library

PH (501) 745-2100

Shirley City/Town

Accompanying Statement: The financial Statement was prepared using the cash basis of accounting rather than the accrual basis.

Assessors Amend 79 Balance 1/1/20 19,881.41 Receipts 6,492.37 Interest 608.15 Excess Comm Treasurer 85.28 Expenditures -5,885.95 Balance 12/31/20 21,181.26

Applications may be picked up at 160 Park Street, Clinton AR 72031

To apply, submit resume to Van Buren County Library 289 Factory Rd. Clinton, AR 72031

9658 Hwy 16E Street Address

LORENE SIGLER, deceased, Husband and Wife PETITIONERS

Debbie Gray, Circuit Clerk By /s/ Olivia Gilmore D.C.

************

Degree and Management Experience Preferred.

Notice is hereby given that the undersigned has filed an application with the Alcoholic Beverage Control Division of the State of Arkansas for a permit to sell beer at retail for consumption off the premises described as:

FIRST DIVISION

TO: Carl D. Busby and Elgie Busby, husband and wife; and Manuell Rodriguez Land Development Company and any other interested parties, unknown spouses, heirs, successors, or assigns of the named parties herein:

20x40 Office with 8x40 Covered Porch and 3 Green Houses on 1 acre on Highway 65 South, Clinton, AR

A.C.A 14-21-102

IN RE: JERRELL M. SIGLER, deceased and

WARNING ORDER

FOR SALE OR LEASE

NOTICE OF FILING APPLICATION FOR RETAIL BEER PERMIT OFF PREMISES

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF VAN BUREN COUNTY, ARKANSAS

The following lands in Van Buren County, Arkansas: LOT 12; LEWIS SUGARLOAF; FAIRFIELD BAY, ARKANSAS

for crocheted items, knickknacks, dishes and jewelry.

LEGAL

FOURTH DIVISION

AND

Shop Booth 94 at Howard's Antiques

LEGAL

LEGAL Expenditures -7,464.44 Balance 12/31/20 57,084.07 County Library Balance 1/1/20 483,505.28 State 33,573.56 Federal 83.04 Property Taxes 317,164.42 Voluntary Tax 15,288.85 Interest 5,015.14 Other 7,304.95 Grant/Local 8,319.70 Transfer to other funds -119.27 Expenditures -539,592.15 Balance 12/31/20 330,543.52 Solid Waste Mgmt Balance 1/1/20 2,240.74 State Grant 15,913.94 Voluntary Tax 6,449.12 Interest 890.85 Tipping Fees 142,391.80 Recycling 32,641.84 Sales Tax 13,200.85 Reinburse wages 12,450.40 Hauler Fees 438,596.42 Transfer from other funds 98.75 Transfer to other funds -36.00 Miscellaneous 9,365.18 Expenditures -616,245.82 Balance 12/31/20 57,958.07 Child Support Balance 1/1/20 9,828.79 Receipts 1,451.09 Interest 301.07 Expenditures 0.00 Balance 12/31/20 11,580.95 Jail Maintenance Balance 1/1/20 16,113.63 Fines/Fees 65,696.97 Interest 720.38 Excess Comm Treasurer 653.27 Transfer from other funds 10,242.87 Expenditures -62,075.89 Balance 12/31/20 31,351.23 Boating Safety Balance 1/1/20 2,715.47 State 2,116.47 Interest/Other 140.41 Expenditures -1,842.93 Balance 12/31/20 3,129.42 911 Balance 1/1/20 4,148.07 Interest 4,309.65 CMRS Board Fees 321,094.41 E911 Rev Assist 27,440.00 911 Fees 104,873.23 Transfer from County General Miscellaneous 2,419.25 Transfer from other funds 150,000.00 Transfer to other funds -4,980.33 Expenditures -401,509.76 Balance 12/31/20 207,794.52 Emergency Vehicle Balance 1/1/20 6,410.80 Receipts 3,562.74 Balance 12/31/20 9,973.54 Victim Witness Balance 1/1/20 21,381.26 Receipts 3,330.45 Transfer from other fund 219.24 Expenditures -383.20 Balance 12/31/20 24,547.75 Circuit Clerk Comm Balance 1/1/20 10,121.49 Receipts 897.35 Balance 12/31/20 11,018.84 Assessors Late Fee Balance 1/1/20 769.34 Fee 337.12 Interest/Ex Tr C 29.76 Transfer to other fund -0.07 Balance 12/31/20 1,136.15 Hospital Mtnce Balance 1/1/20 129,525.36 State 10,072.09 Property Taxes 95,372.10 Interest 1,247.04 Misc 2,118.85 Transfer from other fund 3,896.21 Transfer to other fund (6.16) Expenditures (126,401.13) Balance 12/31/20 115,824.36 Fire Dept/Rescue Sale Tax Balance 01/01/20 0.00 Sales Tax 96,656.73 Expenditures (96,656.73) Balance 12/31/20 0.00 Equitable Sharing Balance 01/01/20 0.00 Interest 2.28 Misc 412.42 Balance 12/31/20 414.70 Hospital Grant Balance 1/1/20 0.00 Federal Grant 134,171.07 Expenditures (134,171.07) Balance 12-31-20 0.00 Law Library Balance 1/1/20 26,430.80 Int/Ex Tr Com 871.14 Admin of Justice 7,166.79 Transfer From other funds 1,932.48 Expenditures (5,020.62) Balance 12/31/20 31,380.59 /s/ Mistie Wilson Treasurer Date: 02-03-21

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February 9, 2021

The Voice of Van Buren County

Fishing Report Best results will come using crankbaits, topwater lures, and jigs— no reports on catfish.

Lake Overcup

Central Arkansas

Craig D. Campbell Lake Conway Reservoir

The lake continues to have its regular Lake Conway stain, and the level has picked up back to normal. Bream are fair on red worms, crickets, and hand-tied jigs. Crappie is acceptable, with anglers using minnows or an assortment of jigs (chartreuse, white, and monkey milk colors), as well as anything that resembles baby shad. Black bass is good on crankbaits and anything with rattles or like curly-tailed worms, preferably about 7.5 inches in length. Catfishing is good with stink bait, chicken liver, trotline minnows, bass minnows, small bream, nightcrawlers, and dough bait.

Lake Beaverfork

The water remains clear and cold. Crappie very slow. Catfish are deep and hiding. Black bass is roaming all over and all depths, but the bite is questionable.

Greers Ferry Lake

The Army Corps of Engineers reports the lake's elevation at 461.92 feet MSL regu-

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lar conservation pool: 462.04 feet MSL. Tommy Cauley of Fishfinder Guide Service (501-940-1318) said the water level at Greers Ferry Lake is 461.84 feet MSL and falling with the generation, 0.2 feet below the normal pool of 462.04 feet MSL. "Some fish have made an initial move with spawning getting on their minds, with longer days and the last few weeks of warmer nights, but the 10-day forecast does not look conducive to shallower movement much or at all. It looks like when it happens; it's going to happen fast, as has been the case in years previous, so get ready. It will happen overnight and be over," Tommy said.

Crappie will eat if you get the bait in front of them in 18-40 feet of water in and around brush piles, or pole timber, or just floating around guts of deep pockets, on jigs, and minnows—no reports on bream. Bass catching is good with crankbaits, traps, spinnerbaits, jigs, hair jigs, jerk baits, and C-rigs from super shallow out to 60 feet. As for walleye, lake fish are not doing much; river fish are spread out

all over. Try crankbaits and grubs, or a jighead tipped with a minnow.

No reports on catfish, but the blue's good bite is fast approaching shallow. Hybrid and white bass are eating in river bends, creek bends, deep guts, off the side of humps, points, etc., on spoons, grubs, swimbaits, inline spinners, Largo Specials, and live bait in 3080 feet.

Fish' N Stuff (501834-5733) in Sherwood says the lake remains normal and clear. Bass continue to bite "pretty good" on crankbaits and Chatterbaits in 5-6 feet of water. They're also being caught in good numbers on Alabama rigs, jerk baits also drop-shots out deeper, in 10-20 feet of water.

Harris Brake Lake

Harris Brake Lake Resort (501-889-2745) says the lake clarity is clear, and the water level has returned to normal. Bream reports are fair; use redworms or crickets. Crappie continues to pick up, with useful reports this week.

Best fishing is close to the shoreline and following the big and little shad. Use minnows or jigs. Black bass is good.

Randy DeHart at Lakeview Landing (501354-5309) said the fishing is "not great, but betting a little better." Anglers are catching just a few crappies now, as the bite is very sporadic. Randy reports that environmentalists were on hand at Overcup recently and said the lake looked really good, with no evidence of any algae that had caused problems last year. Lake clarity is fairly clear, and the lake level is high by about 1 foot.

Brewer Lake

Angler Dennis Charles said crappie are elusive, set up on the southwest end and drop-shot with small jigs. Cats are there, just have to find them. Many anglers catch them hunting crappie. Bass are starting to show themselves along the grass.

Lake Maumelle

WestRock Landing in Roland (501-6585598) reports that water temperature has been in the mid-to-low 40s (about 43-44 on Thursday). The largemouth bass bite is fair. Some can be found just outside the grass line and in 8-12 feet of water biting a variety of lures.

Try using rattle-type crankbaits, jigs, or jerk baits. Kentucky bass is fair. Some reports have come in of them being found at 15-20 feet depth off drops and rocky banks. Try using jigs. White bass fishing is slow. Some reports of anglers catching them at 25-30 feet depth. Try

using minnows, Rooster Tails, jerk baits, and rattle-style baits. Crappie is good. Reports of them moving out of deeper water and being found in 30-35 feet in the channel. Try using jigs and minnows.

Bream are slow. They can be found on windy points by drop-offs in 12-16 feet of water. Try using worms and beetle spins. Catfishing is slow. Try using chicken liver, nightcrawlers, or baitfish.

Little Maumelle River

Ray Hudson at River Valley Marina (501517-1250) says the bite for white bass is good.

Anglers are catching a lot of them. Shad is thick in the Little Maumelle right now, which is drawing a lot of fish.

Crappie is good, with the fish being found at 8 feet depth. Use minnows or jigs. Black bass is good, but they are deep. Try a crankbait or jigs—no reports on catfish or bream. River clarity is clear, and the level and current are normal.

Arkansas River (Maumelle Pool)

On Thursday, the Corps of Engineers said water flow at the Toad Suck Lock and Dam was 73,553 CFS.

Arkansas River (Little Rock Pool)

On Thursday, the Corps of Engineers said water flow at the Murray Lock and Dam was 65,934 CFS. Flow at the Terry Lock and Dam was 69,492 CFS. Fish' N' Stuff (501834-5733) said the river is at an average level; also, the clarity is still stained. Crappie is "pretty good" and being caught on blue/ chartreuse, black/char-

treuse, and orange/ chartreuse crappie jigs below Murray Lock and Dam or behind the jetties in 10-15 feed depth of water. Black bass is biting black/blue jigs, Chatterbait, and red crankbaits. No other reports.

Zimmerman's Exxon (501-944-2527) said crappie are fair below the Terry Lock and Dam, below the Little Rockpool, in 10-12 feet of water. Try black/ chartreuse Super Jigs.

White bass are reported fair in both pools, with white Rooster Tails working best. Catfish are being caught in fair numbers below the hydroelectric plant at Murray Lock and Dam. They will bite skipjack.

North Arkansas

White River

Cotter Trout Dock (870-435-6525) said Bull Shoals Lake is about a half-foot above power pool, and they are continuing to see significant releases, averaging three to four generators (8,000 to 12,000 CFS), due to Table Rock and Beaver Lake discharges.

"It's time to catch some beautiful browns, and we've been doing so with sculpins, river minnows, and some choice stick baits. Little silver ShadRaps made a nice comeback this past week; the Rapala Jointed ShadRap JSR-5 did an excellent job for us on this higher water, swimming mid-depth, about 5-6 feet. Look for 4½- or 5-inch lures with a yellow collar or yellow back; the HeadHunter series has a good selection.

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EuGene’s Cheddar-Beef Casserole

George and Malinda Counts founders of Clinton

George and Malinda Counts founders of Clinton, Arkansas Courtesy of the Mariposa of the journey west. on March 23, and S. P. camped in a prairie.

County, CA historical society Samuel Counts Cornell, Grigg's, the 24th, and Friday, April 20,

George Washington Counts related in a personal document dated February 11, 1885, that he was the first-born child of William Counts and William's second wife, Sara Freeman, on October 5, 1805.

George stated that his grandfather was Nicholas Counts of Grainger County, Tennessee.

His family moved to St. Genevieve County, Missouri, called the New Tennessee Settlement in 1812.

From this same personal account entitled "From whence I came and Whither I am going," he logged: "On June 3, 1828, I was united in marriage to Malinda Tong near Fredericktown, Madison County, Missouri, with whom I have ever since lived happily. If there be any special providence in the selection of a partner for life, mine is one."

In 1836, George and Malinda moved to Van Buren County, Arkansas, near the Clinton post office site. In 1833, the post office was established and located along the main road connecting Batesville on the White River and Lewisburg on the Arkansas River.

George Counts' original 40-acre homestead later became the town of Clinton, Arkansas.

Historians credit George W. Counts with establishing the town of Clinton in 1842. Two years later, in 1844, after much lobbying by George Counts, officials moved the county seat from Bloomington, which was approximately ten miles east, now under Greers Ferry Lake, to Clinton, where George held county Clerk's office.

George Counts joined the Clarksville and California Mining Association's Wagon Train and became a "49er". We know this because he left behind a twenty-page account

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a descendant of Samuel Counts, George's Son, gave a copy to the Mariposa County Historical Museum.

George returned to his family in Clinton, Arkansas, in 1852 and again held Clerk's position within the county.

In 1854, with four of their eleven born children, the family crossed the Oregon-California Trail to Coulterville, California, where he was the hotel's proprietor. He was elected to the office of Justice of the Peace almost continuously until 1869.

They later moved to Mariposa, California, following his election to the post of Treasurer of Mariposa. County. He held that office until he died in 1898.

On May 29, 1894, George's wife Malinda passed away aged eighty-three years, eight months, and twenty-three days.

On April 1, 1898, George Washington Counts, a native of Tennessee, aged ninety-two years and five months, passed away.

George and Malinda Counts, the founders of Clinton, Arkansas, are buried in the Masonic Cemetery in Mariposa, California.

The following is a journal of George Counts' travel to California on March 23, 1849.

Wagon left home at Clinton, Arkansas,

George Counts, on March 28, 1849.

I overtook my wagon on April 1, 1849, five miles above Ozark, on the Southside of the river camp on April 5, near the old barracks at Fort Smith.

On April 10, the Clarkville Company Organized. Elected Redmond Rogers, Captain, and S. P. Griggs 4th Lieutenant, on April 11.

Wagons were inspected - went three miles. On April 12, 1849, Went six miles and camped in a prairie, one mile from the Posto Poteau ferry river.

April 13, 1849, Crossed the Posto [Poteau]. We went a few miles and camped.

April 14, 1849, We went two miles west of the Choctaw agency and camped 25 miles from Fort Smith.

Sunday, April 14, 1849, Rested. J. B. Annis preached, Bunkin preached also. Indians had a ball play near our camp.

Monday, April 16, 1849, we remained in camp. McAllister preached.

Tuesday, April 17, 1849, Traveled 14 miles, camped in a prairie.

Wednesday, April 18, 1849, we traveled six miles across the Sans Bois - went one mile and camped - Saw two Indians whipped.

Thursday, April 19, 1849, we traveled eight miles over a bad road

1849, we traveled twelve miles. I got stone cool today - two wagons got pork.

Saturday, April 21, 1849, we traveled eight miles. We camped at the foot of a mountain six miles from the Canadian River.

Sunday, April 22, 1849, we went to the top of the mountain and camped.

Monday, April 23, 1849, we crossed the South Fork of the Canadian. We went five miles and camped. This is a level fertile section.

We are eighty-five miles from Fort Smith.

Tuesday, April 24, 1849, Traveled eighteen miles. We camped in a prairie 40 miles East of Little River.

Wednesday, April 25, 1849, we traveled fifteen miles. Crossed a little creek and camped in a prairie.

Thursday, April 26, 1849, we traveled eleven miles over bad roads.

We camped near an Indian hut.

Friday, April 27, 1849, Traveled sixteen miles. We crossed Little River, and went one and one-half miles and camped. We crossed several small creeks today.

Saturday, April 28, 1849, Traveled 7 miles.

We camped on the South Fork of the Little River.

Part one from the journal of George Counts.

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by EuGene Smith add a small amount

(After completing an audit of the Little Rock Fire Department Credit Union in 1982, I offered to treat the firemen to lunch. Using their Main Station kitchen, I used around twelve to fourteen pounds of ground beef to prepare a large batch of this recipe.

The fireman ate it up with wild abandon and wanted the recipe for future use.)

• 2 lbs of Ground Beef • 1 packet of Taco Seasoning • 16 oz of Sour Cream • 1 15-16 oz can of English peas (drained, keep the water) • 1 small can of mushrooms ( bits and pieces Ok - Save money!)

• 2 cups 1/4” wide flat noodles • 1/4 tsp salt • 1/2 to 2 lbs of Sharp Cheddar Cheese, gated Prepare the beef per the instructions on the taco seasoning packet (except using one package for the two lbs of meat and

of water to keep the beef moist while it simmers. When the meat is cooked and drained, add the sour cream, peas, and mushrooms.

Simmer for twenty minutes, stirring occasionally. Add some of the water drained from the peas as needed to keep the mixture wet but not runny.

Meanwhile, separately cook the noodles in a pan of boiling water with 1/4 tsp of salt.

Drain the noodles and fold them into the beef mixture when it is finished simmering.

In a casserole dish, layer the beef mixture and cheddar cheese, beginning with 1/3 of the beef mixture followed by 1/3 of the grated cheddar cheese alternating with beef and cheese and ending with a layer of cheese on the top. Bake uncovered in a 350-degree oven for about ten minutes or until the cheese is melted. Serve while quite warm.

Serves four adults (or two hungry “hollow-leg” teenage boys!)

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