White river journal, april 9, 2015 by charles walls

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ACTIVITIES CALENDAR APRIL 6-10, 7 PM Revival Services Morris Chapel Baptist Church

SAT.APRIL 10, 11AM&5 PM Miss Fort Lincoln Pageant DeValls Bluff Comm. Center

TUES., APRIL 14, 12 NOON Des Arc Lions Club Methodist Church

TUES., APRIL 14, 6 PM Quorum Court Meets Courthouse Annex, Des Arc

WED., APRIL 15, 11 AM Friendship Club Methodist Church DeValls Bluff

SAT., APRIL 18, 10 - 1 Geocaching Workshop Lower White River Museum in Des Arc

SAT., APRIL 18, 5:30 PM Fort Lincoln Heritage Dinner DeValls Bluff Gym Steve Wilson, Speaker

SUN., APRIL 19, 7 AM Fellowship Breakfast Gospel Mission

MON., APRIL 20, 9 & 1 Plea Day Hearings DeValls Bluff & Des Arc

TUES., APRIL 21, 1:00 PM Retired Teachers (PCRTA) Meet/Hurley House, Hazen

TUES., APRIL 21, 7 PM City Council Meet Des Arc City Hall

ObituariEs PGs. 3 & 10

Louise Brown, 101, Searcy Eddie Cheek, 55, Humnoke R. L. Cruthis, 79, Cave City Hazel Demski, 94, Michigan Larry Gilcrease, 57, Stuttgart Troy Ingle, 77, Carlisle Runyon Jackson,66,Washington Nye Meiner, 87, Hazen Orville Pore, Carlisle Lydia Williams, 82, Brinkley Ocie Williams, 101, Cotton Plnt.

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Good Friday Eve wreck sends local couple to hospital They say that most accidents happen within 25 miles of one’s destination, but last Thursday about 3:30 p.m.; Rick and Diane Brumley had the misfortune of having their trailer loaded with nursery stock overturn within less than 6 blocks from their “Garden Gate” business at 5th & Main. Ironically their truck landed in the south ditch facing east and directly across the street from the Des Arc Ambulance Service. As it were, both Rick and Diane were taken to White County Medical Center for treatment of their injuries. It was reported that Diane had back surgery on Tuesday to repair crushed vertebrae in her back. Rick had injuries to his neck and back and both were very sore. Shawn Fisher and Chris Fisher had been doing remodeling work at the rental property of Donald and Anne Guess (near the blooming white dogwood tree at upper right) when they heard the crash. They both immediately called 911 and rushed to check on the Brumley’s. Rick and Diane were returning to Des Arc with a trailer load of spring flowering plants and ferns, which were considered to be a total loss. It is unclear what caused the accident, but several stated that there were huge gusts of wind about the time the Brumley’s passed through the area and could have caused the trailer to swerve throwing the truck to veer off on the soft shoulder edge. Harvey’s Wrecker service towed the truck and trailer.

Overturned trailer Ambulance Service

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State Review Board nominates Hazen building to National Register

Tax Delinquent Land Sale scheduled for Prairie County

The State Review Board of the Arkansas Historic Preservation Program nominated 16 Arkansas properties in nine counties – including the Kocourek and Son Hardware at Hazen in Prairie County – to the National Register of Historic Places when it met April 1, AHPP Director Frances McSwain announced today. Kocourek and Son Hard-

A public auction for the sale of tax delinquent land in Prairie County will be held at the Prairie County Courthouse in Des Arc on Tuesday, April 28, at 10 a.m., according to John Thurston, Arkansas Commissioner State Lands. Registration will begin at 9:30 a.m. The Commissioner of State Lands offers an online Catalog of Tax Delinquent Lands, which contains the current statutes governing the sales, auction dates, times, location and other pertinent information regarding parcels being offered. The catalog can be found on the Com-

ware at 110 East Front Street was built in 1906. “The Kocourek and Son Hardware building still very much exhibits its origtwentieth-century inal commercial style design, and it remains one of the largest commercial buildings in downtown Hazen,” according to the National Register nomination. “Hazen has also remained a small town and the com-

mercial character that would have been present in 1907 when the building was built still remains. The Kocourek and Son Hardware building still reflects its commercial importance and would still be recognized by John Kocourek today.” For more information on the National Register of Historic Places program, write the AHPP at 1500 Tower Building, 323 Center St., Little Rock, AR 72201, call the agency at (501) 324-9880 [TDD 501-3249811], send e-mail to info@arkansaspreservation.org or visit www.arkansaspreservation.org. The AHPP is the Department of Arkansas Heritage agency that identifies, evaluates, registers and preserves the state’s cultural resources. Other agencies are the Arkansas Arts Council, the Mosaic Templars Cultural Center, the Delta Cultural Center, the Old State House Museum, the Arkansas Natural Heritage Commission and the Historic Arllllllkansas Museum.

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missioner’s website at www.cosl.org, providing current information resources about each parcel. “Bidding begins at the amount of taxes and fees that are due,” Thurston said. “Owners of delinquent parcels should remember that they have only 10 business days to redeem their property if it sells at auction.” Delinquent property owners may call the office at 501-324-9422 to request a Petition to Redeem, or they may look up the delinquent parcel on the COSL website and print it from there.

Fort Lincoln organizers accepting nominations for special award The organizers Fort Lincoln Freedom Fest are pleased to announce that they are now accepting nominations for the annual Fort Lincoln Freedom award. The criteria for nominating someone for the award this year is that the nominee must have contributed to the promotion and/or preservation of “Fort A” in DeValls Bluff, commonly known as Fort Lincoln. Community service will also be considered. The nominee may be deceased as well. Fort Lincoln is one of the best preserved forts West of the Mississippi River according to Ron Kelley of ArkansasToothpick.com. You are asked to submit your nominations, includ-

ing reasons for making your nomination, via private messages on the Fort Lincoln Facebook page or via regular mail to: Billy White, Director, 687 Biscoe St,Biscoe, Ar. 72017 The award recipient will be announced on May 2nd on the day of the festival in DeValls Bluff. Thanks in advance for your input!

Prairie County 2015 Farm Family nominated

The Prairie County Farm A Journal reader is Family committee met searching for a picture of Wednesday at the FSA ofthe old White Church that fice in Hazen to nominate once was active in the Oak the Prairie County Farm Prairie area east of the Tarry Family of the Year, accordWelding Shop. Credit to Rodney Adams for Main St photos this page ing to Chairman Brent GrifIf you have a picture you fin. would share, please bring Main Street 40 years ago - 1975 (looking west) The selected family will or send it to the Journal ofThe now gone landmark 1880 Plunkett-Nichols building at 2nd & Main is first building on be announced next week. fice in Des Arc. Thanks. left. Its prolonged material salvage (excluding brick) and rapid final demolition were completed last week. Extensive demolition photos were inT he J ournal w elc omes y our input (c omments , sugges tions , per sonal new s , photos , et c) cluded in the April 2 Journal. & Wayland Holloway, Cabot, AR New/Renewed Journal Subscribers . . O’Neal Ridings, Russellville, AR Additional history-related photos are planned for next Contact Us: Email: wrjnews1@centurytel.net Mail: PO Box 1051, Des Arc, Ar 72040 Tel: 870-256-4254 week’s April 16 issue.

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TAMPA, Fla. -- Notes from the road: Had I known the Florida legislature was in session would I have chosen the Cactus League over the Grapefruit for a pre-season look at the majors? No. My Yankees are here, just around the corner, and days away from losing their season opener. Everybody’s Cardinals, days away from winning their season opener, are down south a few hours, at Jupiter, near the Palm Beach society crowd. Besides, the Arizona legislature is in session. You can’t escape politics for very long, perhaps because your eyes and ears are drawn to it, and even when you want to flee the Arkansas General Assembly. Floridians, some of them, and Arizonans, perhaps a few of them, surely want to escape their legislatures. Was it a former Arkansas governor named Clinton who coined the phrase “laboratories of democracy”? Yea or nay, he employed it a lot, during the 1992 campaign and beyond, urging the several states to experiment and share the results. Some innovations were conceived and then adopted, or adapted, in other states; Arkansas’s Private Option health insurance program for the low-income springs to mind, and let’s not debate here whether it was a good or bad thing -- just muddles the point. Florida initially refused to expand its Medicaid program under the Affordable Care Act (“Obamacare”) despite the urging of Gov. Rick Scott, who thought he knew a good deal when he saw one. Republican hardliners, however, were outraged: a governor of their own party had betrayed them! The campaign stalled in the Florida House. But -- and see if this sounds familiar -- GOP moderates are warning that Scott’s package of proposed tax cuts is unaffordable without the federal dollars the Affordable Care Act would bring in. Guessing where Scott stands on expanding Medicaid on any given day (he has wavered time and again over the years) has become a political parlor game here, though let it be noted that, as Texas, Florida finally increased coverage to children. So why hasn’t Arkansas taken a cue from the Sunshine State and considered its own version of Florida’s House Bill 225? A state representative here, one Robert Cortes, somehow became aware that, according to federal trade data, quite a few American flags are manufactured in -- China! Not good, thinks the lawmaker, and no matter that U.S. law requires that at least half the content of imported American flags be American-produced (the cotton or other fabric, the standard, etc.). So here is his HB225, which mandates that every molecule of every American and state flag flown by every local government in Florida, not to mention the state Capitol, be entirely of U.S. origin, to include even the dye. This is serious stuff to Cortes: flying any other flag save a 100 percent domestic content Old Glory would be a misdemeanor. The problem, according to retailers in Florida and elsewhere, is determining which of the many flags made outside the U.S. consist entirely of American material. Another problem, according to one of Cortes’s Republican colleagues: the flag bill embodies “anti-competitive practices, government mandates and wasteful spending for tax dollars." But here’s the real problem, as expressed by a Democrat of the Florida House, who might be speaking of countless bills in his state: “I don’t want to be on the record voting against this.” He might have been speaking for innumerable members of the Arkansas General Assembly, delegates confronted every session with bills they regard as pointless, or worse, but who realize the popular appeal of legislation draped in red, white and blue. But on to the ball park, and the politics of the Major Leagues: Alex Rodriguez, he of performance enhancing drug disgrace, and who the Yankees owe $61 million in a contract with three years to run (even if he can’t run, or field, or hit), takes his first at-bat. The stadium erupts in a deafening chorus of boos. A-Rod expects it. So does the Phillies catcher, and the plate ump. Broad grins, as in grin and bear it, which is all Rodriguez can do except -- perform. Hip surgery. A one-year suspension. We’ll see. Worth noting, however, that A-Rod was entirely gracious in assessing a Phils tryout, 21-year-old Aaron Nola, who hopes to make the pitching staff and didn’t hurt his chances by striking out Rodriquez. But it’s another pitcher we were anxious about, and that would be Arkansas’s own Cliff Lee, who famously chose the Phillies over the Yankees at a cost to him of several million dollars. (He beat the Yankees twice in the ’09 World Series). Lee has had 15 wonderful seasons and a ’14 battle with tendon injury. Can he come off the disabled list? 424 Main Street P. O. BOx 1051 DeS arc, arkanSaS 72040 OPen: M-F 8:30 aM - 6:00 PM

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Will Congress Be Duped Again on Offshore Taxes? By Sarah Anderson Like a savvy bargainer on a used car lot, big multinational corporations have mastered the art of feigning indifference and walking away. What they walk away with is their profits, stockpiling them abroad where they legally remain untaxed until returned to the United States. Then these corporations threaten to keep the cash offshore permanently unless Uncle Sam gives them a deep discount on their tax rates. It’s a timeworn, but effective, trick. While the rest of us are stuck paying the sticker price, Congress is considering a special deluxe tax rate for these giant corporations. Congress last fell for the old “walk away” in 2004. And the American people got burned. That year, legislators gave 843 giant firms an 85percent discount on offshore profits they “repatriated.” This reduced their long-term tax bills by about $100 billion. Legislators opted for this one-off revenue bump in part because they believed, naively, that the companies would create U.S. jobs with the repatriated funds. They even called the tax break legislation the “American Job Creation Act.” Like new owners of a bargain basement Beemer, though, the companies basically squealed their tires and sped away. Rather than hiring more workers, many simply used the money to boost shareholder dividends and executive pay. Meanwhile, the profit-shifting revved up again, as firms maneuvered to create leverage for further discounts. Big pharmaceutical companies, which are particularly good at tax-dodging tactics like registering their patents in tax haven countries, were some of the biggest abusers of the 2004 tax break. Pfizer, for example, repatriated $40 billion to take

advantage of the discount. Instead of boosting jobs, the drug company laid off more than 58,000 employees over the next six years. Legislators appear to have learned little from the 2004 boondoggle. Pending bills in both the House and Senate would once again offer deeply discounted rates on repatriated profits. President Barack Obama has a slightly stronger proposal: All overseas stockpilers would pay a mandatory 14-percent rate on offshore profits they currently hold, and then 19 percent thereafter. But that’s still a huge reduction over the ordinary 35-percent corporate tax rate, giving companies a powerful incentive to continue to shift profits overseas. A handful of corporate giants stand to reap the vast majority of benefits from this trick. According to a new report I co-authored for the Institute for Policy Studies and the Center for Effective Government, just 26 companies account for more than half of the $2.1 trillion in untaxed profits U.S. corporations currently hold offshore. Since 2004, these 26 firms’ overseas stashes have grown more than five-fold. Lawmakers claim that short-term revenue from a discount tax on offshore profits is needed to pay for urgent investments in public infrastructure. But if we’re serious about fixing our crumbling bridges, roads, and dams, we should start by fixing our broken corporate tax system. The taxes Pfizer and six other drug companies currently owe on their offshore profits, for example, would be enough to fix the 1 out of every 9 U.S. bridges in disrepair. We need to insist that all U.S. businesses pay their fair share of infrastructure and other public services. Otherwise, we’ll just be taken for a ride. OtherWords columnist Sarah Anderson directs the Global Economy Project at the Institute for Policy Studies and is a coauthor of the report “Burning Our Bridges.”Tagged: Inequality, infrastructure, tax evasion, Tax Havens, Taxes 2 0 2 4

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A Thumping Cruz-a-palooza By Jim Hightower

Senator Ted Cruz’s recent announcement of his presidential candidacy was a real Cruz-apalooza. It was part Ronald Reagan, part Elmer part John Gantry, Lennon, and part Jerry Falwell — yet it was totally Ted Cruz, full of blather and bloat. Cruz thumped the word “liberty” again and again during his speech, a televangelist like thumping the Bible. “We stand together for liberty,” the candidate declared one final time at the conclusion of the show, which was staged at Falwell’s Liberty University. That was more than a little cynical. While the mass media reported that Cruz drew

a packed house of 10,000 Liberty students, few news stories mentioned a pertinent fact about the crowd: The budding scholars were not at liberty to avoid his speech. Their school made attendance mandatory. Another word reprised throughout the event was “imagine.” Cruz uttered it 38 times in a sort of dreamy imitation of the John Lennon song. “Imagine health care reform that keeps government out of the way,” warbled the senator. Cruz’s family once received free, platinumlevel coverage from Goldman Sachs, where his wife was a top executive. But when she took leave from the Wall Street giant to join Cruz’s antigovernment crusade,

Ramblings..... by Verna Herkamp Since I have grown old, I don’t go shopping anymore. I use the Mail Order system, also known as the Wish Book. Most go in the recycling bin. The Company I order supplements from I keep. Their products are good and fair priced. My only problem is the long wait sometimes when I am making an order. That happened last week. I waited so long, my arm holding the phone while propped on the chair arm went to sleep about the same time my brain did. When my head started falling forward, I woke up and my first thought was “Who died?” They play funeral music for us while we wait. My second thought was the funeral of our neighbor who had died in his forties from what was viewed by the Community as a questionable accident. The man would not be remembered as a man of good morals. This was during the depression years when people couldn’t afford jewelry or wrist watches, which was made of real gold in those days. Our now deceased neighbor did have a shiny gold wrist watch which he wore to his grave. The man who preached his funeral was also his cabbage patch kinfolks. He began the sermon with the mans name, birth and date of death. That was the eulogy. The preacher then gto into the world’s longest sermon which was all about sin and unholy living and where all such people go when they die. The longer he preached the harder the seats got and the number our seats got. I was about fifteen at that time. I was a church member, a Christian and not one of those people I was hearing about in the sermon, so I just tuned him out and all I could think of was that shiny gold watch and where it was going to end up. What a waste. I have heard of people who threatened to have their money buried with them. That is illegal. The money belongs to the government. We are just the hands it is pasing through to buy any and everything from food to gold watches!

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they were suddenly left with no health coverage. No problem for a hypocrite like Cruz. The day after his big speech, he said he plans to sign up for Obamacare, the very program he demonized and once shut down the government in an attempt to kill. But it was in the speech’s finale that Cruz reached his crescendo of cynicism: “It is a time for truth,” he bellowed. Truth? This is a guy who fabricates facts to foment fear among the fringiest right-wingers. The good news is that the more he campaigns, the more obvious it will become that he can’t even imagine the truth.

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Readers” As we have been reading your paper for many years, we are happy to renew our subscription for two more years. Since my wife, Linda, and I live in Collierville, TN, it’s nice to keep up with the news and our friends. Keep up the good work. Ricky Reid (Son of former Des Arc resident, Shuyler Reid) PS: We still have our cabin on the Bayou and love it as always. Ed. Note: Shuyler Reid was one of the outstanding athletes from Des Arc recruited by the late Bro Erwin for his state-winning basketball team from Beebe in the ‘30’s. He was also a frequent visitor to the Des Arc Bayou for fishing over the years. -----Our family has truly enjoyed this wonderful paper

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for years. My favorite part is “Pages Turned Back”. I just wish there would be more about the Southern part of the county. Keep the good work coming Thanks so much. Mrs. Alan Sickel Tollville, AR -----Please find enclosed my payment for multiple years subscription to the White River Journal. My wife, Coleen, and I continue to look forward to receiving our copy of your great paper in the mail each week. I really enjoyed the pictures from 1910 in the March 5 issue. Paul H. Siitonen Little Rock, AR

Laugh-In Corner THE DEVIL AND DAD! Two boys were walking home from Sunday school after hearing a strong preaching on the devil. One said to the other, 'What do you think about all this Satan stuff?' The other boy replied, 'Well, you know how Santa Claus turned out. It's probably just your Dad.”

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oble Dicks, 52, who farms with Leo Simmons west of town, suffered two fractures of his collarbone and other bruises and shock Tuesday morning when the tractor he was operating overturned. Mr. Simmons, who was on another tractor nearby, came to his rescue and rushed him to the Des Arc General Hospital. Saturday, April 15, at 3 p. m. the Cub Scouts Pack No. 91 will have an open air show in the park in front of the courthouse in Des Arc. Special entertainment will be by the Order of The Arrow and Indian Dancers from Little Rock. The Des Arc School Library Club sponsored a poster contest in connection with National Library Week, April 1622. Posters winning in each were related to books and were: Senior High School, Evelyn Griffin; Junior High School, Judy Fisher; and Elementary School, Mike Skarda. The posters will be displayed at the Arkansas Book Fair held in Little Rock in May. The Prairie County Department of Education has moved from the second floor to the first floor in the courthouse in Des Arc and is now located in the Tax Assessor’s office. Mrs. A. D. (Fairest) Patterson is clerk in the department. W. E. Castleberry, County Supervisor, suffers with arthritis and the move was made for his convenience. Joe Keller and Norman Roe announce this week that all local baseball players age 16 up who want to play baseball to meet next Sunday, April 16, 1:30 p. m., at the Des Arc Ball Park. Donald Cobb has agreed to be pitcher-trainer and help with the team. Des Arc will be a part of the White River League. E. E. Hurley, district engineer for the State Highway Department, last week anounced that the work order had been issued for the paving of 3.3 miles on State

Highway 33 between Biscoe and Des Arc in Prairie County .The Des Arc members of Sigma Chapter, Delta Kappa Gamma, honored members of the Future Teachers of America, their mothers, and the retired teachers with a tea on Tuesday afternoon at the Home Economics Cottage. Members of the FTA are Evelyn Griffin, Jane Chandler, Mabel Hooker, Carol Ward, Diane Nichols, Elsie Johnson, Rachel Clements, Barbara Bryant, Jane McWhorter, Patsy McArthur, Doris Ingram, Glenda Hollis, Arthur McDaniel, and Manuel Holcome. Their sponsor is Mr. Charles Bacon. Retired teachers attending were: Miss Parthenia Pardue, Mrs. Q. E. McCuin and Mrs. Bessie Clough. The classified ad we ran last week reporting a set of false teeth found on Wattensaw Bayou in the Brown Grove Community, was answered promptly this week. M. C. Allen said he was very glad to get his teeth back. He lost them out of his pocket. Jimmy Bruce Wallace, son of Mr. and Mrs. Tom Wallace of Des Arc, and a partner, have organized a business known as the Rose City TV Service in North Little Rock. Mayor Jason Hull announces the Town Cleanup April 17-30. The city will haul rubbish free during cleanup period. Weekend prices at Pay & Save Supermarket in Des Arc: Hams 29c lb; Bologna, 4 lbs 99c; Ice Cream, 1/2 gallon, 69c; Canned Biscuits, 7 cents; Folger’s Coffee, all grinds, lb. 65c; 2 lb. Cheese Spread, 65c. Pay & Save is owned and operated by Jeff Holmes Jr. CORRECTION: In last week’s issue we failed to include Robert Norman as one of the Housing Authority Commissioners along with T. E. Fisher, J. E. Berry, Gilbert Smith, and Leo Simmons.

Thu rsd ay A pr il 19, 19 84 At a recent special session of the Arkansas Legislature an Act was passed that requires each school district in the State to develop and file with the State Department of Education a six-year plan for improving its educational program. By participating in a questionaire survey, you will have a voice in determining your school’s needs. Des Arc Lions were kept busy at Friday night’s fish fry held at the AAM building. Over $500 was raised for the Lions project, rehabilitation of the blind and seeing impaired. At the serving line were: Crow Tucker, President Tony Rampley, Elmer C. Clark, Robert Abney, Jim Pugh, Sherod White and veteran chef Alta Holloway Jr. Sheriff Dale Madden advises that a 46-hour training program for part-time law enforcement officers will be held at DeValls Bluff City Hall three days a week, April 16 through May 12. The course authorized by Arkansas Law Enforcement Standards will be taught by Prosecutor Chris Raff, De-puty Prosecutor Keith Rhodes, State Troopers James McElroy, Randy Lewis and Bill Gage, Deputies Bill Currie, Larry Swaim and Al Simmons, special agents from the FBI, and Judge Elmer Clark, county youth counselor. Homes built a few years ago by Morris Prislovsky and John Lee Prislovsky, located on acreage south of Des Arc, have been purchased by local people and the new owners have moved in. The Glen

Carters of DeValls Bluff have purchased the Morris Prislovsky residence, and the Ricky McFarlins have purchased the John Lee Prislovsky residence. A public hearing at the Des Arc City Hall Tuesday night was conducted by Alderman Merlin Hendricks and Charles Cummings, director of the Central Arkansas Planning & Development District. The City of Des Arc will apply for funding for the purpose of rebuilding the sewage waste pond and replacing the relift pump in southeast Des Arc, at an estimated cost of $219,000. The relift pump has been in operation since the town installed its first water system in the 1930s. Linda McIntosh and her brother, Troy Churchwell, won a dance marathon contest at Jacksonville last Sunday and the prize was a “vacation in the Bahamas”. In the competition, Linda and Troy danced the two-step, rock and roll, and the twist, moving from one to the other as the music changed. They entered the contest while attending a birthday party and it went from there - they were called back for finals last Sunday. In a game Monday, the Des Arc Eagles baseball team tied one 7-7 with Stuttgart in a game that was called after seven innings due to darkness. Mike Henley pitched for the Eagles. Runs were made by Walls, 2; Harvey, 2, and Treadwell, Snow and Schrepfer, 1 each.

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Troy Gene Ingle Hazel (Uland) Demski, former had relatives local resident, dies in Michigan Heaven welcomed an Music Society. Harry and at Des Arc angel when Hazel (Uland) Hazel also enjoyed raising

Thursday,April 16, 1931 The Prairie County Literary and Athletic Association held its third meeting of the year at Des Arc last Saturday, drawing a large crowd. The numbers in piano and voice were given in the auditorium of our beautiful new school building while readings and declamations were given at the Presbyterian Church. Literary winners were:. First place: Clayton Tompkins, Des Arc; Irwin Burks, Des Arc; -Stewart, Ulm; Marie McDaniel, Des Arc; Warren Faupel, Hazen; Lucille Moody, DeValls Bluff; Charles Svestka, Hazen; Pauline Frolich, DeValls Bluff; Russell Faupel Hazen; Annie Lumpkin, DeValls Bluff; Bettie Lee Sisson, DeValls Bluff; Artie Feilke, Ulm; Loretta Uhlenbroch, Ulm; Frances Holzendorff, Hazen; Maxine Bull, Ulm; Mary Write, Hazen, Mary Gale Booth, Des Arc; Darling Bullard, DeValls Bluff; Billie Miles Hill, Hodges; Emma Jean Suitt, Des Arc; Lela Irene Burks, Des Arc; High School Composition: Florence Payer, Ulm; Spelling: Libie Svestka, Hazen; Plane Geometry: Florence Payer, Ulm; American History: Virginia Holtzendorff, Hazen; Voice: Elsie Johnson, Des Arc; Reading: Juanita Loretz, Des Arc; Piano: Margaret Herron, Des Arc. The cup for highest number of points in high school work was won by Ulm. For grade work, Hazen. Sweepstakes was tied between Hazen and Des Arc. A program of first place winners in the Literary Contest in musical instruments and voice will be broadcast over Station KLRA from Little Rock, Sunday night from 9 to 9:30. Services at the Baptist Church this Sunday morning and evening. Services are held each second and fourth Sunday each month.

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married woman may sue her husband for an injury received through his negligence, the Arkansas Supreme Court held yesterday when Crawford Circuit Court had dismissed the suit of Mrs. Bertha Katzenberg against her husband, William Katzenberg, for injuries received when their car was overturned, pinning her underneath and injuring her severely. This was a first for a woman’s right to sue her husband for negligence toward her . Earl Page, Agriculture Commissioner, commenting on an error in his column last week, said, “Everyone makes mistakes; in fact, I know a very profound lawyer, now judge of an important court, who undertook to build a henhouse when he was a young man on the farm, and nailed himself up on the inside, so that they had to tear out one side of the henhouse to get him out. For particulars about this, write to Lonoke. The Oak Prairie Home Demonstration Club met April 8 at the home of Mrs. Hattie Livesay. Miss Tennyson gave a lesson in selecting dress materials and trimmings. She also gave an economic demonstration on remodeling old hats. Fishing is fine. And weekend visitors from the city and nearby towns are seen in numbers on the river, lakes and bayou. The Walls Barber Shop in this city has changed hands. Mr. Sid Suitt has bought out Mr. Homer Walls, after twenty-five years in business, who has been forced to retire on account of his health. Mr. Suitt has added a new line of tonics, oils, etc, and two of the best barbers in the state will be at your service.

Tommie Louise Brown

Louise Brown was formerly of Higginson

Troy Gene Ingle, 77, died Sunday April 5, 2015. He was born on February 17, 1938 in Prairie County. Troy was preceded in death by his parents, Clint and Elsie Ingle; a daughter Vera Ingle; and brothers, Glen, Alvin and Spencer Ingle. He is survived by his son Adam (Becky) Ingle of Lonoke, sisters, Tressie Leker, Evelyn Ward, Rachel Hester, and Margie Walker, all of Carlisle, and Sue Bates of Alexander; brothers, Leroy of Lonoke, Wayne (Debbie) of Carlisle and Billy Joe (Arlene) Ingle of Des Arc; grandkids, Tony (Lajeania) Stephens and Kyla Towe, both of Carlisle, five great grandkids and a host of nieces, nephews and other family. Graveside Services, 2:00 p.m. Wednesday at Hamilton Cemetery. www.boydfuneralhome.net

vTommie Louise Lewis Brown, 101, of Searcy passed away Thursday, April 2, 2015 at White County Medical Center. She was born February 2, 1914 to the late Wiley W. and Nettie (Lamb) Lewis in Higginson, Arkansas. Tommie joined Grace United Methodist Church on May 24, 1959. She was a charter member of St. Paul United Methodist Church. She was a member of the Grace Sunday School class and the United Methodist Women. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star. She is survived by one nephew and one niece. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Virgil A. Brown; two brothers and one sister. Visitation will be 2:003:00 p.m. Saturday, April 4, 2015 at St. Paul United Methodist Church. Funeral services will be Eddie Cheek 3:00 p.m. Saturday, April 4, 2015 at St. Paul United Methodist Church with Rev. Matthew Johnson officiating. Burial will be a private family service at Ellis Chapel Cemetery in Higginson. Eddie Cheek, 55, of Searcy-McEuen Funeral Humnoke, Arkansas enHome was in charge of tered his eternal home on arrangements. April 5, 2015. He was born on January 29, 1960 in Los Angeles, CA to Johny and Frances Cheek. He was preceded in death by his father. He is survived by his wife of 32 years Terrie; two sons Jamie (Melodi) Cheek of Stuttgart; Josh Cheek of Humnoke; one daughter Jessica Cheek of Stuttgart; one brother Allen (Stacy) Cheek of Stuttgart; two sisters Phyllis (Rick) Newton of Stuttgart; Kim (Tommy) Sullivan of Cabot; four Larry D. Gilcrease grandchildren Brandon, Bo, Brantley, and Blakelynn Cheek all of Stuttgart; several nieces and nephews and a host of friends. He graduated from Humnoke High School in Larry D. Gilcrease, 57, of 1978. He spent the majority Stuttgart died Thursday, of his career as a crossApril 2, 2015, at Baptist country truck driver. Most recently he was the AssisHealth-Stuttgart. Larry was born June 23, tant Director at Weems 1957, in Shreveport, Louis- Family Funeral Services in iana, to Samuel and Myrtis Carlisle, AR. His hobbies Sims Gilcrease. He worked included gardening and on an oil rig before becom- spending time with his ing disabled. He was a grandchildren. Funeral Services were member of First Baptist Wednesday, April 8, at Church in Stuttgart. He was preceded in 10:00 AM at Humnoke Pendeath by his parents; two tecostal Church of God in daughters, Chassidy Gil- Humnoke, Arkansas with crease and Tashia Gilcrease; burial following at Hamilone brother, Terry Gil- ton Cemetery. crease; and one sister Dianna Caudill. Survivors are his daughter, Ashley Rabeneck and husband Kenny of Stuttgart; his son, Brandon Orville N. Pore, Jr. of Gilcrease and wife Tonya of Carlisle passed away April Humphrey; five grandchil3, 2015 at BHMC - NLR. He dren, Chance, Zoey and was a Korean veteran. He Willow Rabeneck, James was preceded in death by and Taylor Gilcrease and his wife, Polly Pore. Britney Cotton; two brothSurvivors include his ers, Sam Gilcrease and wife son, Daniel R. Pore; grandTheresa and Tommy son, Daniel N. Pore; greatGilcrease, all of Hobbs, New grandson, Rowan Pore, and Mexico; one sister, Gloria sister, Elna Allen of Tulsa, Jernigan and husband Keith OK. of Lovington, New Mexico; Orville was a most caring and the mother of his chiland loving father and dren, Gwendolyn Gilcrease grandfather. of Stuttgart. A funeral service was A memorial service will held at 10 AM Tuesday at be 2 p.m. Sunday, April 12, Hamilton Baptist Church in at First Baptist Church in Carlisle, with interment folStuttgart. lowing in Hamilton CemePlease go to www.turpintery. Arrangements by Boyd co.com to sign the online Funeral Home, Lonoke. guestbook.

Eddie Cheek had relatives at Stuttgart

Memorial Service Sunday for L. D. Gilcrease

Orville N. Pore dies at Carlisle

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Demski passed away on Wednesday, March 25, 2015. Hazel was born in Des Arc, Arkansas on November 10, 1920, to Oscar and Mary (Sisson) Uland. The middle sister of Pauline (Chester) Brown, Modean (Mike) McCann and Maxine (Robert) Sunderland, who predeceased her, and surviving sister, Betty Morgan of Florida. She moved to Midland after graduating from Des Arc High School. Hazel loved sports from an early age and was invited to play for Pepsi Cola Red Heads Women’s basketall team after high school. But having to dye her hair red and wear shorts was not allowed in the South. She decided to follow her sister, Pauline, to a thriving small town in Michigan when she moved to Midland. She made it her home for the next 72 years. She never lost her Southern accent. She was a fur buyer at Fredrick’s Fashion on Main Street there when she met and married a handsome man, Harry Demski, on June 26, 1943, at St. Brigid’s Catholic Church in Midland. They were married 53 years before he passed away in 1996. Hazel had a full life of work and volunteering and loved doing it. She traveled every weekend in the 19401964 summers following her husband’s boat racing career, while assisting him with the Pur Oil stations on the circle and on the corner of Eastman and Saginaw Rd. She was a swimming instructor at the Community Center, and a first aid instructor that traveled Midland events with the Red Cross trailer. She was co-owner of the Northtown Rental Store on Eastman, and retired as a school bus driver for MPS. Hazel loved music. She made sure all of her children knew how to play an instrument. Never feeling too old, on her 70th birthday she received a Hammer Dulcimer. She loved playing music and with dad playing the banjo, they went to different events playing together. She was a member of the Midland Jolly Hammer and Strings, and the Midland Folk

Beagles and loved to run them in the field trials at the Sturgeon Creek Beagle Club where they were members. She enjoyed her swimming group at the Community Center as well and will miss her “group of girls.” Hazel loved most of all, her family. She always had an open door for her children and grandchildren’s friends, asking in her sweet Southern accent “how many ‘taters’ to put in the pot.’ ” She always had a spot for you at her Sunday morning breakfast table. Holidays and birthdays were always a get-together time for the whole family. ‘Pancake Hazel’ will be missed. Hazel is survived by her daughter, Cheryl ( John) Speaker; daughter-in-law, Katie (Merryman) Demski; daughter, Gwen (Greg) Holt, and son, David (Penny) Demski, all of Midland; six grandchildren, Brian (fiance Alitha Allbee) and Sara Klele, Kris (John) Teer, Matthew (Lindsey) Holt, Steven Holt, and Josh Demski; three great-grandchildren, Abby, Matthew and Micheal; her sweet sister, Betty Morgan, and a lot of nieces and nephews. Her sweet smile and kind and giving heart will be missed by all of them. She was predeceased by her parents; her husband, Harry Demski; son, Gary Lee Demski; grandchild, Gary Joe Demski, and sisters, Pauline, Modean and Maxine, who will all meet at the Gates of Heaven. The funeral liturgy was celebrated at 11 a. m. Monday, March 30, from Assumption BVM Catholic Church with Fr. Joseph Griffin as Celebrant. Interment was in the New Calvary Cemetery. Ware-Smith-Woolever Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider the Disability Network of Midland, Heartland Hospice or just lend a helping hand, a kind gesture or a loving hug to an elderly neighbor, family member or stranger in Hazel’s honor. John and Cheryl Speaker can be emailed at: cspeaker@charter.net.

Lydia Williams dies at Brinkley Lydia June Williams, age 82, passed away Sunday April 5, 2015 in Brinkley. A daughter of the late Dan and Chloe Murray, June was born June 25, 1932 in the Rich community. She was a graduate of Brinkley High School. She and Leonard Williams were married on June 25, 1949 and celebrated 63 years of marriage before his death on October 16, 2012.Their home was blessed with three children and in time the sweet joy of grandchildren. Through the years on the farm, June met the challenge of a farmer's wife, which included along with housework, gardening, canning, cooking and if needed helping with the cows and chickens. After leaving the farm she served nine years on the staff of Brinkley High School. As a study hall

teacher, she had the patience of Job. As a 45 year member of the First Baptist Church, she served as teacher for numerous classes in Sunday school and VBS. She enjoyed working in the nursery and lifting her voice of praise with the choir. In the community she enjoyed many sewing days with the Happy Scrappers Quilting Club. June was preceded in death by her parents, husband and one brother, Benny Murray. Survivors are: sons, Benny (Betsy) Williams of Burlington, Vermont and Bobby (Deanna) Williams of Brinkley; daughter, Janie (Joel) Nicholson of Brinkley; sisters, Mary Ann ( James) Hutchins of Hunter and Leigh Parsley of Brinkley; eight grandchildren, and three great grandchildren.

Runyon Jackson, formerly of Stuttgart Runyon Jackson, 66, formerly of Stuttgart, passed away March 27, 2015. He was born Aug. 16, 1948 to the late Rose Lee and Colton Jackson. Survivors include his wife of 44 years, Beverly Jackson of Vancouver, Washington; two daughters, Chandra Nicholson of North Little Rock and Lisa Handwreaker (Mish) of Vancouver, Washington; son, Cory Jackson (Kathie) of Sioux Falls, South Dakota; 14 grandchildren; three brothers, Remmy S. Jackson, Rolton Jackson (Paula) of Vancouver, Washington, and Lamont McCoy (Lanora) of Stuttgart; five sisters,

Remi Releford of Oakland, California, Redious Yancy of North Little Rock, Rosselluna Jackson of Los Angeles, California, Racine Amos (Phillips) of Rogers and Rodenna Buckman (Panache) of Vallejo, California; one uncle, Curtis Jackson of Chicago, Illinois; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. He attended Holman High School in Stuttgart and graduated in May 1967 and went into the Air Force and served his country. Any cards or letters can be sent to Beverly Jackson, P.O. Box 65175, Vancouver, WA 98665.

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Words of Faith/Church News Calvary Baptist group tours Garvan Gardens at Hot Springs A group of ladies from Hazen Calvary Baptist Church enjoyed a day trip to Garvan Gardens in Hot Springs on Monday, April 6. A van carrying the group and driven by Sara Perry, left the Family Life Center in Hazen at 9:30 a.m. They stopped for lunch at the Cracker Barrel in Hot Springs before continuing to the Gardens. At Garvan Gardens they strolled along the trails viewing the flowers. Although most of the tulips were past peak, there were

magnificent displays of yellows, reds and white. Camellias were still in their prime and the azaleas were definitely showing their colors. A favorite color spot was a group of spectacular Japanese Red Maples. Singing Springs, the new Pavilion and breathtaking views of the mountains were enjoyed. After stopping at Sonic for refreshments during Happy Hour, the ladies arrived back in Hazen at 5:30 p. m. with their memories Calvary Baptist Church group: Standing: Louise Weddle, Evelyn Gentry, Wanda Young, Sara Perry and Gloria of a wonderful day. Strohl; seated: Hazen Swilley, Verda Mae Caviness, Cindy Hill and Dorothy Folts

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Sunday, April 5 IN DES ARC

“Three Days Later” Scripture: Mark 16:1-8 Anyone who has lived in Arkansas for longer than a few months has probably heard the expression, “if you don’t like the weather just wait a while; it will change.” That’s not original to our state, but we certainly could have coined the expression. We know what chaotic weather we can have. We can go from cold, snowy, cloudy, rainy, to beautiful, blue skies, sunny, and warmer all with in the span of just a few days, sometimes just a few hours. We can go from a burn ban warning to flood stage in just a few days. We can appreciate the difference that just three days can make. Our scripture at the start of this Easter season is Mark telling of the resurrection witness. The women have come to anoint Jesus’ body. They weren’t looking for Jesus to be alive. They very much expected him to be dead and in the tomb. In fact they worried among themselves how they would ever be able to remove the stone. They were heartsick and felt defeated. They had come early in the morning of the first day to do this one final act for the rabbi they loved. What must they have felt like to be so discouraged and defeated? After all they expected Jesus to be a military hero who would rally the troops or somehow lead the people to drive out the Romans. And they believed that he had failed and had been executed, killed between two thieves. When they get there, they find the stone rolled away and a man dressed all in white standing there. Now, other gospels describe two angels standing there so it’s safe to say this was no ordinary man but a messenger. The man/angel tells them that ‘Jesus, who you are looking for is not here but go tell the disciples that He is going ahead of them to Galilee’. Now, in Matthew’s gospel, they go immediately and tell the disciples. However in Mark, we are left in this passage with them trembling in fear, another reason to believe the man was an angel, and

not saying anything. Now we know that they must have said something to someone as the other gospels let us know, but at this moment they are stuck in their fear in awe of what has happened. Mark’s telling of the first Easter can sometimes seem abrupt. It leaves us wanting more information. But it does tell us that God is not a God of the dead, but of the living. Jesus has risen and now he is on the move. As one commentator put it, “Jesus cannot be held by death let alone by a stone. He is free from death and transformed from this earthly existence. He is the first fruit of the resurrection that God desires for us all. This story also challenges us to set aside fear and doubt and to believe. There is a certain ambiguity, which is true to our existence today. We live in the tension of the in-between, Jesus is indeed risen, but he has not come back yet in final glory. We worship, work, serve, pray, live in that tension every day and it can be messy. That’s why just like those women we need to set aside fear and move forward. This passage also moves us from the tomb to Galilee. Even though the women haven’t told anyone yet that is where the “man” in white told them to tell the disciples to meet him. In the same way, we can’t look for the living among the dead; so we can’t just look for Jesus at the tomb, he is not there he has moved on. In a way this passage invites us back into ministry. To begin to look for the Spirit of God among the people of God and among those we are called to serve and be in ministry with. As one contemporary praise song puts it for us today, “God's not dead. He's surely alive. He's living on the inside.” I invite you to join with me as we affirm the physical resurrection of Jesus and also that God is moving and active in our world today. Three days made all the difference so many centuries ago, but they also make a world of difference today. Thank God they do. Have a blessed week. Bro. Dee

The Pentecostal Church of God announces a Youth Rally being held at the church on Friday, April 17, starting at 7:30 p.m. This is a sectional youth event especially for the youth of the community; however, everyone is invited, advised Paul Dehon, Youth Leader at the host church.

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In commemoration of the 110th anniversary of the Arkansas History Commission and State Archives, the agency is releasing a new online digital collection on Tuesday, April 7, 2015, titled, "Tales from the Vault: Celebrating 110 Years." The new collection will be made up of 110 favorite items from the AHC archives picked by agency staff. Items chosen include Starts at 7 pm minutes from the very first Arkansas History Commission meeting in 1905, music memorabilia, World War I archival material, Civil War artifacts, photographs and ambrotypes as well as a variety of other documents and letters. The online digital collection, which joins 11 other already existing online collections, can be viewed at http://ahc.digital-ar.org/. The Arkansas History Commission, located in Little Rock, is the official state archives of Arkansas and maintains the largest colBro Jesse Tosh, Pastor, says, “Welcome” do we cope?" Skarda said. lection of hi "There's a word for it, and that word is hope. We are a people of hope. Hope is rooted in the life, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ." Donations collected at the sunrise service went to Arkansas Hunger Relief Alliance, a network of more than 400 food banks, food pantries, soup kitchens and shelters. Rev. Skarda grew up attending the First United Methodist Church of Des Arc. His wife is the former Karen Tacker of Des Arc. He has three brothers residing in Des Arc. Two are also ministers. Pat Skarda is Any Size pastor of the Gospel MisAny Kind sion Church in Des Arc. Scott Skarda is pastor of the Family Christian Fellowship at Hazen. Their brother, Mike, is a Sunday School teacher at the First United Methodist Church in Des Arc and is also Prairie County Judge. 13th and Main Street - Des Arc - 870-256-4847

Rev. Britt Skarda delivers Youth Rally Easter message at Easter announced at Pentecostal Sunrise Service in Little Rock Church of God The sun had already risen behind a blanket of clouds Sunday when a combination of four choirs sang the first hymn at the Little Rock Community Easter Sunrise Service. More than 1,000 people, most bundled in coats and blankets, joined in singing "Christ the Lord Is Risen Today" to start the ecumenical worship. The service -- now a 27-year tradition -- was held at the amphitheater on the banks of the Arkansas River. It was sponsored by Pulaski Heights United Methodist Church. During the service, Britt Skarda, senior pastor at Pulaski Heights United Methodist Church, talked about recent disasters such as the crash of Germanwings Flight 9525 in the French Alps on March 24. He asked people to have hope and to "be witnesses for the risen Christ." "What happens when life comes at us hard? How

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I remember cold wind blowing all across my face. A touch of frost would linger on my hair. As I wandered aimlessly from town to lonesome town. Trying to shake my sadness and despair. Oh, I remember darken seeds, November Autumn leaves. They withered up and died every Fall. Yet, somehow, I always hoped I’d live to see the Spring. His love was what I needed most of all. And if I didn’t understand the searching in your hearts, I really couldn’t say these words at all. Jesus knows just where you’re at. Though you might gain the world If you lose your soul - then you have lost it all And then I heard Him calling me; And then I felt His tender love for me. And then - finally - finally - I could see, That the Son had been shining all along,Lord. Your love was what I needed, Most of All!

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Social Announcements and Locals Sheila Bare and Steve Lee to wed April 25 in Carlisle The children of Steve Lee of Carlisle and Sheila Evans Bare of the Johnson Chapel Des Arc, Community, would like to extend an invitation to all family and friends to attend the wedding of their parents at Landmark Missionary Baptist Church in Carlisle on Saturday, April 25 at 3:30 o’clock in the afternoon. Sheila is the daughter of Bob Evans of Johnson Chapel and the late Donna Evans. Steve is the son of the late Louis and Dorthy Lee. Sheila is employed with Walmart and Steve is a counselor for Family Services in North Little Rock and also is employed at Walmart. No other invitations will be sent. The couple will make their home in Carlisle.

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Grand Prairie Quilt Society gather for “Sit ‘n Sew” meeting at Stuttgart Library

Youth of the First United Methodist Church in Des Arc preparing eggs for the Easter Egg Hunt held last Saturday morning at the church. Coordinating the project were a number of adults including Pastor Dee Harper.

L O C A L S Pageant at DeValls Bluff

Marsha and lavender SPIRAL quilt topper The Grand Prairie Quilt Society met April 8th at the Stuttgart Public Library for their quarterly Sit 'n Sew meeting with eight memGlenda bers present. opened the meeting with the thought for the day..."I'm a Fabriholic on the road to recovery...just kidding...I'm on the way to the fabric store." Happy Birthday greetings were extended to Sherrye and to Ann (in absentia). Glenda presented Sherrye with the gift of a fat quarter. Happy Birthday Sherrye and Ann!! The March minutes and treasurer's report were read and approved. Under Old Business: Shelley reported that she had researched prices of tables that the society was looking for. Glenda made a motion and Sherrye seconded it that the quilt society buy a table and donate it to the library for the meeting room. No action has been taken on the Spring 2016 quilt retreat. Glenda reported that she has the pillowcases ready for the Arkansas Childrens Hospital. If anyone is going to Little Rock, let her know.

Under New Business: Shelley reported on the String quilt workshop she attended at the Lower White River Museum State Park in DesArc on March 28. She really enjoyed it and learned how to put the blocks together to make different designs. Show and Share: Marsha and Sherrye showed the spiral pattern quilt toppers they made at the Plantation Agri Museum State Park on March 14. They reported that it was a lot of fun. Renee Riggins from Mountain View taught the class and she had a lot of good tips for easier sewing. Glenda demonstrated a handy hint for reducing the bulk when joining blocks. If you snip the few stitches in the center, the seam will lie flat. Everyone agreed that they would try that on their next project. Tammie had a beautiful quilt top with embroidered bird blocks. Maeola showed two Mickey Mouse baby quilts and a zig zag patterned body pillow. LouAnna promised to bring a new quilt technique to the next meeting.

After the business session, everyone got down to the serious business of sewing. Machines hummed, scissors snipped and groans emanated when something went awry. But luckily it was soon put right and peace was restored. Sherrye worked on a baby quilt, Tammie finished her bird quilt, Shelley made several coasters for the May 2 craft sale, Marsha made some pinwheel blocks and some exploding blocks, and Glenda started a new scrap quilt with 4-patch blocks. At noon everyone broke out their sack lunches and welcomed Michele who came to visit during her lunch break. All the members were glad to catch up on what was new in the quilting world. After lunch with the members much refreshed and rested, work resumed with a will to finish projects started or to try something new. All too soon it was time to pack up and go home. The next meeting will be May 13 at 9:30 at the Stuttgart Public Library. See you there!

Prayers are sent to Bettie (Ted) Brannan of Biscoe who is in Baptist Medical Center in Stuttgart for an undetermined illness. She was taken to the emergency early Tuesday morning, April 7. Tests are being performed and several sicknesses have been ruled out. Bettie is mother to David (Sherry)Taylor and a sister to Nola Hampton and Ken Hall, all of Des Arc. --------Guylene Easley is taking advantage of the warm weather camping out at Lake Dardanelle this week. She has bragged on how good the crappie are. So, Guylene, when do we eat! --------Brenda James is doing well after surgery on her stomach. She had surgery back in September, 2014 and doctors stitched the opening so small, food could not pass through causing other complications. She had the same surgery in late February/early March and is recovering very nicely. She says,” I can now eat anything I want without any problem.” Great news, Brenda! --------Jimmy Flanagan stopped by the Journal office on Wednesday to pay his subscription and to advise he is now at home in Des Arc for the summer. Jimmy was enroute to pick up some tomato plants for his garden and said he would add more veggies as time permitted. Looking forward to those fresh maters’, Jimmy!

Saturday to select Miss Fort Lincoln

The 2015 Miss Fort Lincoln Freedom Fest pageant the will be held at DeValls Bluff Community Center on Saturday, April 11. The 0 - 12 year old Boys and Girls Pageant at 11:00 am and the 13 - 22 year old Girls pageant at 5:30 pm. All girls from Arkansas, ages 0-22 and boys ages 0-6 are welcome. Teen Miss wins $250 and Miss wins $500. All queens win a crown, sash, trophy, handmade headband, necklace, crown pin, and some other goodies--and will be the face of Fort Lincoln Festival for the year.

Talent winners will win crown and sash, and will get to perform on the main stage at Fort Lincoln Fest. Interview winner will receive a trophy, as will photogenicwinners. People's Choice will receive an awesome crown. My Mister winners will receive a king's crown, scepter, and some goodies! DON'T MISS OUT. Message the Fort Lincoln Fest page for paperwork. If you are interested in the pageant, but need financial assistance, please call 870-998-2012

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Miss Fort Lincoln Freedom Fest Pageant Saturday April 11 DeValls Bluff Community Center TWO PAGEANTS Sherrye and red SPIRAL quilt topper

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By Rosetta Lockhart

HICKORY PL AINS If you know the person(s) who rutted the triangle at Cross Roads with 4-wheelers, please call me. Someone drove through Cross Roads on Cross Roads Road Monday, April 6, probably pulling a little tractor mower (maybe Kubota, ‘cause wheel is orange), they lost pivot wheel off it just West of Clint Evans new house driveway. I picked it up, so no one would hit it, especially after dark. Call me, I have it. Everyone is invited to a Bridal shower for Sara Beth Waller, bride elect of Mark Colton Johnson. It will be Saturday, April 11th, 2015 at 2 p.m. at the Hickory Plains United Methodist Church. They are registered at Bed Bath and Beyond and WalMart. Sara Beth is the daughter of Joe and Susan (Speight) Waller and granddaughter of Margie and the late Joe Speight of Hickory Plains. The wedding will be May 2, 2015 at 6 p.m. at Johnson Farms house in Hickory Plains under construction, just under mile So. of the Hwy 13/38 Intersection or 14 miles North of I-40 in Carlisle.) The house started up last Monday and is looking great. Hickory Plains Missionary Baptist Church will have a Dedication of their New Life Center, Saturday, April 11, 2015 at 5PM. There will be Special singing, Sermon, food and fellowship. We are all so proud for them. It is a great asset to them and our Community. Thanks to all for the calls, cards and attending the beautiful Service (that Loyce planned himself ) but most of all, PRAYERS for the loss of our brother, Loyce McArthur. It was not mentioned in his obituary, but Loyce and his wife, Charlotte, fostered 38 children in their home over the years. Clara Clark was invited to Lynda and Jim Kirk's for supper Friday night. She enjoyed eating and visiting with them, Nikki, Isaiah, and Jeremiah. Of course, Nikki had to fix her computer while she was there. Ha! Nikki is her IT person. Then Saturday, Brandi Williams, Lynda and Jim's daughter, fixed a special lunch at Jim and Lynda's for their anniversary. She had Lynda call and invite Clara again. So Clara enjoyed eating and visiting with Lynda, Jim, Nikki, Brandi, Tim, Isaiah, and Jeremiah again. She asked if they were trying to fatten her up. Ha!

I enjoyed attending Makenzie White’s 7th birthday party Saturday at their HP Baptist Church Life Center. The theme was “Frozen”. Leah did an outstanding job with all of it. There were around forty there. Rick, Robbie, Carl and Christian Weaver and Clara Clark had lunch with me Sunday after Church. Rick grilled the hamburgers and hot dogs. We all had a good time. Brenda and Gary Evans, Madison Travis, Ryan, Leah, Kenzie, and Luke White, David and Kim Howard, Ed, Karen, Sarah, and Alex Green, Anna's Grandma Nelcine. Clint, Anna, Madison, Gracey, Elijah and Evie Jane Evans all gathered at Clint and Anna Evans Sunday afternoon and grilled hamburgers and hot dogs. Later they all went to see Clint and Anna’s new house (in progress) and wrote scriptures on the walls. I enjoyed having supper Sunday evening with Mickey and Vanessa Graham. Tommy Graham, Kenneth, Lola, James Allen, and Kevin Brannon and Kevin’s girlfriend, Macy Burnett were there. We had a good time together. The ham and trimmings were delicious. Vanessa had a peach dessert and peanut butter pie for dessert. I went to visit Ms. Maxine Walters early Monday morning and had coffee with her. Ms. Maxine had a house full of company last week, Chuck and Barbara Miller and their son, Mark and kids were here. John Walters brought his camper trailer for some to sleep in. They had a family gathering, meal, Saturday, March 28. Mark’s kids fished and had a great time. They all went to Bill and Betty Walters on Easter Sunday. I came back by HPOS and saw a few people. Went by Carter Harrison’s to visit and get some boxes. I went to my Church Tuesday morning for Prayer time. I later picked up Robbie Weaver and we had lunch together. To live close, we don’t see each other much. Clara Clark had doctor’s appointment in Cabot Tuesday morning. The “Ladies Drop By” will be Tuesday, April 14, at 1PM at the Hickory Plains Methodist Church. Come join us, we have FUN! (EARLY INFO) Special event: “Grills and Gowns” on May 2nd, 10AM-5PM in Carlisle at the Carlisle

Civic Center. We also have a silent auction, vendors home based businesses, churches, etc.) that have booths, and bounce houses for the kids. This event is a Competitive Grilling Competition and Miss Heart of Arkansas Pageant. All proceeds benefit Meals on Wheels and Senior Citizens for Lonoke and Prairie Counties (Carlisle, Lonoke, England, Cabot, Des Arc and Hazen). Ronnie Evans, Wayne Hamric, Yvonne Petrus and Rhonda Huggins all serve on the Board of Directors. Please like 2nd Annual Grills and Gowns and Miss Heart of Arkansas on Face book and follow all the great things happening. Share with your family and friends. (EARLY INFO for DAHS CLASS OF 1970) Class of 1970 will meet for their 45th Year Reunion on May 30, 2015. Gather at Dondie’s in Des Arc, around 6:30 p.m., eat around 7 p.m. in banquet room upstairs. PLEASE SPREAD THIS INFO! HPOS wants to let everyone know that Tracy will serve breakfast on Sunday mornings. She will also have a Sunday lunch special for $4.99. Come out and enjoy! If anyone needs cheap help with computers-PC repairs, virus, etc, call Nikki Kirk, 870-256-5627. Please support Hickory Plains Post Office by purchasing stamps, mailing packages, etc. there. Support our OWN local Postmaster, Tammy Bruce. The Hickory Plains Post Office hours are Mon.-Fri. PM2:30PM, 12:30 Sat.10AM-1:30PM. (REMINDER) For people to call 870-854-3703 or email me their News. Please call or send!!! If you want birthdays in my column and you know I don’t put them in, please let me know! Have a Good Week In The Lord! Happy Birthday April 11th to Debbye Harrison! Happy Birthday April 14th to Lynda Kirk and Connie (Evans) Smith! Happy Birthday April 16th Callie Richard! No one who is born of God will continue to sin, because God’s seed remains in him; he cannot go on sinning, because he is born of God. This is how we know who the children of God are and who the children of the devil are; Anyone who does not do what is right is not a child of God, nor is anyone who does not love his brother. I John 3:9-10 (NIV)

2nd Annual Fort Lincoln Heritage Dinner April 18 The Second Annual Fort Lincoln Freedom Fest Heritage Dinner is scheduled to be held Saturday, April 18, at the DeValls Bluff gym. Curtis Arnold of The Arnold Family Foundation said, “We are proud to host this 2nd Annual event. Your ticket will provide you with entertainment by a local favorite Allan Broussard and Jerry Wright, blessing you with the tune of country gospel.” The guest speaker is Steve “Wild Man” Wilson, coordinator of the AGFC Public Affairs. Wilson has served Arkansas for years caring for the outdoors, as well as being the host of the television program “Talkin’ Outdoors at the Corner Café”, and heard on his radio broadcast “Call of the Wild”. The meal consist of donated wild game such as deer, duck, elk and turkey, as well as chicken, fish, and pork, and all the trimmings. Door prizes, door prizes, door prizes…just for you and RNT duck calls for

all the kids age 7 and under. After last year being a packed house, there are 350 tickets available for $10 each. This evening of fellowship will be on April 18th, at the DeValls Bluff gym, starting at 5:30. Just bring an appetite and be ready for a great time of entertainment, food, and fellowship. The Heritage Dinner is just one of the many activities sanctioned or sponsored by the Arnold Family Foundation. The big event, the third annual Fort Lincoln Freedom Fest will be held at the Fort Lincoln site in DeValls Bluff on May 2. Fort Lincoln’s history dates back to the Civil War when Union troops were camped there. Students may have to go to another source than school history books to learn about Fort Lincoln. The history includes the fact that some Union soldiers did not return to the North but remained to make DeValls Bluff their permanent home.

Easter came and no snow. I would not have been surprised. That was okay, though. Some visiting happened for some. Ronnie and Sharon Ladd went to her mom ‘s, Jean and Joe Hall, at Morton, joining other family members for a great day. Jason and Emily Cooper, Hayden and Chloe went to Searcy after church to visit Ira and Leisa Watkins. They live on a lake and the kids fished. Shoulda seen Hayden’s catch!! Coming to visit Michelle Brown last Friday were her childhood friend, Pam UnSanchez of derwood Pleasanton, Calif. and James Underwood of Searcy. Sunday visitors of the Donny Browns and the Mickey Holders were Matt Brown of No. Little Rock, Kyle and Rebecca Brown, Carter and Tucker of Cabot, Debra and Emily Shelton of

Searcy, Mark and Niccole Holder and Brady of Des Arc and Jeff and Tracye Nick and Lee Willis of McCrory. Visiting Troy and Darlene Tims last week were Mr. and Mrs. Terry Canard of Tupelo and Jared Cooper of Judsonia. Noel Gregory of The Woodlands, Texas spent a few days here with his son Sturat. He also visited his Mom, Margaret Gregory, in Little Rock while in Arkansas. Eddie Pinuel of No. Little Rock came to visit his Dad, Bob Preston, and built him some new steps to the front porch. George (Buddy) Moon, former Gregory resident, of Woodruff County Health Center died last week,with burial on Friday. Buddy was almost 65 years old and has been ill for the most part of those years. He leaves his mother, Elva

Lee Moon, brothers, Pat and Allen and families and Mary Fortune and family, who all grew up here. Sunday guests of Rowland and Karla Clark and Peyton were Preston Clark and Baylee Reeves of McCrory, Kay Swint of Hot Springs, and Blake and Brentlee Tefteller, Parker and Hadley of Brinkley. Nathan Gregory of Little Rock visited with me last Thursday afternoon. Our Margaret Gregory who is in a Little Rock Nursing Home is still doing fairly well. (I caught him up on all of you and your doings!) I saw on Facebook that our Hillary Osier got married last Saturday. She did NOT tell me, NOR invite me and I am hopping MAD, Hilly girl! Maybe there will be some news elsewhere in this paper so we will know more about it. Rosetta

NEW BETHEL NEWS Donna Kelly, Correspondent

We had another week with a few showers, some places had quite a bit of rain. John and I managed to drive up to McCain Ma on Friday afternoon. We enjoyed service on Sunday. Brother Fred’S Mom came to church with him. Mamie Guess celebrated a Birthday on Saturday. Her kids came over Sunday afternoon to visit with her. Our kids came over Sunday and had dinner with us. We have missed them. The little ones are growing so much.

Allen McElroy came over on Saturday and put up some shutters on our house. He did a good job. We received word early Sunday morning that Troy Ingle passed away. Our sympathy goes out to his family. I had a phone call from Charlene Highfill, she said that Walsie was not feeling well as she had a bad cold. Morris Chapel Church will engage in a revival this week. Stan Jones was not feeling well on Sunday. He had a bad cold.

We had some visitors in church, I failed to get their names. We missed Robin Sample on Sunday. She has not been feeling well lately. I know that this weather has made it tough on farmers. We saw a little rice had been planted between Carlisle and Lonoke. We wish everyone good health and some sunshine. Sorry our news is short but it was a Holiday week for kids in school. There were lots of people out of town.

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FARM/HoMe Hillman urges opening up Cuba’s markets

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As he learn of the President of the United States preparing to meet with the President of Cuba later this week at the Summit of the Americas to be held in Panama, Arkansas State Representative David Hillman (District 13, Almyra) released the following statement: “On a beautiful day like today it would be a nice to visit the white sandy shores of Cuba if we were allowed to do so. Seriously, any day is a beautiful day to open our agriculture markets to the untapped potential of those in Cuba. Cubans prefer our rice to Asian rice. Doesn’t it make sense for

us to trade with Cuba? It makes both dollars and cents. “Trade with Cuba might not only be good for the Arkansas farmer and the average Cuban citizen, but once they see how we live Cubans may want to see changes made in their own country. It could be a win for everyone if we put our partisanship away and do what’s best for both of us. “We can’t make up for fifty years of bad policy but we can go forward with good policy that everyone can be proud of.”

Geocaching Workshop scheduled at Lower White River Museum An introduction to geocaching workshop is scheduled for Saturday, April 18, 2015, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Lower White River Museum State Park in Des Arc, Arkansas. Geocaching is a fun and exciting way to spend some time outdoors with family and friends. Practice using a GPS and locating hidden caches in this workshop. GPS units will be provided, but participants may bring their own. Class size is limited. Registration is

required. To register please contact Monica Smith at the Lower White River Museum State Park, 2009 Main Street, Des Arc, AR 72040. Phone (870) 256-3711 Fax (870) 256-9202. E-mail: monica.f.smith@arkansas. gov. The Lower White River Museum State Park is one of 52 state parks administered by the State Parks Division of the Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism.

AgHeritage Farm Credit holding stockholders meeting The AgHeritage Farm Credit Services Annual Stockholders meeting will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Tuesday, April 21, 2015, for the purpose of presenting the reports of the association and opening the election process for directors and the nominating committee. The meeting will be held at the Association's Central Office located at 119 East Third Street in Little Rock. The Annual Meeting Information Statement was mailed to stockholders on

or about March 25. AgHeritage Farm Credit Services is a financial cooperative with owned and managed assets of approximately $1.1 billion as of December 31, 2014, that provides credit and related services to more than 3,100 farmers, ranchers and producers or harvesters of aquatic products in 24 Arkansas counties. Branch offices are located in Batesville, Brinkley, Dermott, Lonoke, Newport, Pocahontas, Searcy, Star City and Stuttgart.

CROP REPORT Brent Griffin CEA-Staff Chair Prairie County Cooperative Extension Service P.O. Boxll 388 DeValls Bluff, AR 72041 (Office) 870-998-2614 (Mobile) 870-351-54616

Week of Mar. 30 Number of Days of possible field work: 5 Top Soil Moisture: 50% Adequate, 50% Surplus Sub Soil Moisture: 100% Adequate Livestock Condition: 3-Fair Main Activities: Scattered rainfall limited field work in some areas while planting picked up speed for corn and rice where no rainfall received. Ranchers made applications of early season weed control and fertilizer to pastures. Crop Progress: Corn: 30% planted Rice: 25% planted Sorghum: 10% planted Crop Condition: Pasture/Hay: 100% Good

USDA, Extension Service supporting food producers with grant writing workshops County Extension offices around Arkansas to partner with USDA for grant writing workshops in support of local food producers Trainers with the Cooperative Extension Service will be conducting a series of grant-writing workshops around Arkansas to help potential applicants navigate the federal grant application program for the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Farmers Market and Local Food Promotion Program. The program is being offered through Cooperative Extension Service offices in every state. In Arkansas, state trainers Stacey McCullough, director of the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture Public Policy Center, and Iris Crosby, an extension associate with University of Arkansas Pine Bluff, will lead five workshops in April. Cooperative Extension Service offices in Hempstead, Craighead, Washington, Lee and Jefferson counties are partnering with the USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service and National Institute for Food and Agriculture to conduct five workshops in April. This effort is known as the Agricultural Marketing Service Technical Assistance (AMSTA) Project. The current schedule of workshops are from April 13 through April 28. If you wish to register for a workshop, contact the local county agent’s office at DeValls Bluff or Des Arc for further information. Agricultural Marketing Service administrator Anne Alonzo said the programs are key components of the USDA’s efforts to revitalize rural economies by supporting local and regional

food systems. “The grant workshops will ensure that more communities and businesses across the country can participate in the competitive grant process with proposals that create real economic opportunities and help meet the growing demand for locally and regionally produced food,” Alonzo said. “These interactive workshops will help participants think through development of their project ideas and incorporate successful writing strategies into their grant proposals,” McCullough said. With $30 million authorized annually by the 2014 Farm Bill through fiscal year 2018, AMS's Farmers Market and Local Food Promotion Program awards competitive grants to develop new local and regional markets. The Farmers Market Promotion Program supports farmers markets and other direct producer-to-consumer activities, while the Local

Food Promotion Program supports enterprises that aggregate, store, distribute and process local and regional food. These investments are part of USDA's commitment to strengthening local and regional food systems through projects that recruit and train farmers, expand economic opportunities, and increase access to healthy foods. USDA's Know Your Farmer, Know Your Food Initiative (KYF2) coordinates USDA's support for local and regional food systems. Projects aligned with these efforts can be found on the Know Your Farmer, Know Your Food Compass. For more information on AMS visit www.ams.usda.gov, and for more on NIFA visit www.nifa.usda.gov. For further information on upcoming workshops, contact Stacey McCullough at smccullough@uaex.edu or by calling (501)-6712078; or Iris Crosby at adoc@uapb.edu or by call-

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AgHeritage Customer-owners receive $25.25 million since 2006 "AgHeritage Farm Credit Services returned $3.4 million in profits from 2014 to customer-owners this spring through the Patronage Program," said Greg Cole, AgHeritage FCS, President and CEO. "We are different than other lenders. We are a cooperative and as a cooperative, our customers are stockholders or owners and therefore share in our profits. Over the past nine years, we have distributed $25.25 million through the Patronage Program." In the fall of 2005, the AgHeritage Farm Credit Services Board of Directors adopted the Patronage Program, which returns a

portion of the association's net earnings back to our eligible customer-owners. "Farmers are running businesses. And as businesses, it is important to have good financial resources. Farm Credit, operating as a cooperative, allows customers local control through the Board election process as well as the opportunity to share in the profits through our Patronage Program," stated Michael Taylor, AgHeritage FCS Board Chairman. Patronage refunds are based on the proportion of interest paid on an individual's loan to total interest earned. For more information

on the Patronage Program, call 1-800-444-3276 to reach your local AgHeritage FCS branch office. AgHeritage Farm Credit Services is a financial cooperative with owned and managed assets of approximately $1.1 billion as of December 31, 2014, that provides credit and related services to more than 3,100 farmers, ranchers and producers or harvesters of aquatic products in 24 Arkansas counties. Branch offices are located in Batesville, Brinkley, Dermott, Lonoke, Newport, Pocahontas, Searcy, Star City and Stuttgart.

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Sr. Girls track team runs in Jerry Roberts Relays at Vilonia On Thursday, April 2, the Des Arc Senior Lady Eagles Track team scored 67 points to place Second in the Jerry Roberts Relays at Vilonia High School. The Home Team, Vilonia, won the meet and Batesville High School finished Third. Kirby Smith continued her outstanding athlete award season by winning the Outstanding Athlete Award by scoring 50 individual points. Kirby won the Discus at 98’ 9”; placed Second in the Shot with a toss of 33’ 2 1/4 “; the 100m in 12.76; the 200m in 26.58; 400m in 1:01.54 and Long Jumb with a leap of 16’ 6 1/4”.

“All of these times and distances were qualifying standards for the State meet and the 200m time was a new school record,” said Coach J.D. Babb. Alyssa Dohm placed Seventh in the 400m with 1:06.09 and Fourth in the 800m in 2:36.41. “The 800m time was a qualifying standard for the State track meet”, Coach Babb said. Alyssa also placed Seventh in the 3200m run with a time of 14:01.91. Skylon Williams, Alyssa Earl, Haley Malin and Shelby Hollis ran a time of 55.9 in the 4x100m relay placing Seventh. “The 4x800m relay team

of Haley Malin, Samantha Gonzalez, Alyssa Earl and Shelby Hollis ran a State qualifying time of 11:20.44 to place Third in that event,” stated Coach Babb. The Senior Lady Eagles will be running in DeWitt at the Dragon Relays today, Thursday, April 9. They will travel to Beebe for the Beebe Badger Relays on Thursday, April 16 and to Heber Springs on Friday, April 24.. The 6-2A Senior High District Track meet will be held at Heber Springs on Thursday, April 30. The 62A State Track meet is Wednesday, May 6.

Picking up speed down the stretch: Skylon Williams, for the Lady Eagles Track team, picks up speed as she runs in the 4x100m relay at Vilonia. The Relay team placed Seventh.

Junior Lady Eagles compete in Lonoke Junior Jackrabbit relays On Tuesday, March 31, the Des Arc Junior High Lady Eagles Track team competed in the Lonoke Jr. High Jackrabbit Relays scoring 59 points. Madison Lewis placed Sixth in the 100m with a time of 14.26 and placed Fifth in the 200m with a time of 30.0. Faith Gross ran 20.96 to finish Second in the 100m Hurdles and placed Fourth in the 300m Hurdles with a time of 1:02.58. Faith also jumped 24’ 7” to place Third in the Triple Jump.

Lee Ann Harrell ran 7:37 to place Fourth in the 1600m run. Cheyenne Hambrick was Sixth in the Discus and Marlaya Washington was Fourth. All the relays competed well. In the 4x100m relay, Emily Wrigley, Faith Gross, Jaclyn Bitner and Madison Lewis rean 1:02 to place Third. Haylie Flud, Sara Garth, Kelcie Lightsey and Lee Ann Harrell ran on the 4x800m relay to place Third. “In the last race of the

day, the 4x400m relay, the Junior Lady Eagles team competed very hard and finished Second behind a strong Sylvan Hills team,” said Coach J.D. Babb. Running on the 4x400m relay team were Alysa Fields, Jaclyn Bitner, Faith Gross and Sara Garth. The Junior High Lady Eagles will have one final meet, the District 6-2A meet at Heber Springs on Thursday, April 30. Congratulations to these competitors!

L-O-N-G Jump: Senior Kirby Smith, at left, gets a good foot plant in the long jump event at the Jerry Roberts Relays in Vilonia on Thursday, April 2. She made a leap of 16’ 6 1/4 inches which qualified her for the State meet. Kirby was High Point Award Winner (50 points) and set a new school record in the 200m.

DAHS Junior and Senior High Cheerleader tryouts held The 2015-16 Des Arc High School Cheerleader tryouts were held at the Des Arc High School gymnasium on Friday, March 20. Those who were selected for the Senior High squad are Jade Bell, Lexi Cook, Madison Evans, Gracen Hambrick, Brooke Kel-

lar, Laren Mapps and Skylon Williams. Those chosen for the Junior High squad were Karson Covington, Faith Gross, Caroline Harris, Kelby Huddleston, Kayci Kellar, Lindsey Reidhar, Taylor Richards, Emily Vent, Jessica Vent and Riley Voiles.

Sponsors are Krissy Covington-Junior High and Kayci Greenwood-Senior High. These young ladies will be attending cheer camp this summer and will be cheering for the Eagles at the football and basketball games for 2015-16. Congratulations, ladies!

UCA announces Presidential and Dean’s Scholars for 2014 Fall Semester ASU-Beebe students named to the 2014-2015 Edition of Who’s Who Among Students in American Junior Colleges are pictured (left to right), front row: Austin Foot, Cari Beth Halk, Amanda Wyman, Aaron Hicks, Taylor Eichler; middle row: Lesa May, Megan Nicole Cook, Leah Harrison, Laci Rios, Meleah Bustos, Mary Ann McAllen; back row: Brooke Alexis Murray, Destany Lytle, Jonathan Mason Strayhorn, Hope Schueren.

The University of Central Arkansas has announced the Dean’s List and the Presidential Scholars List fors the Fall 2014 semester. Recognition on the Dean’s List requires at least a 3.5 grade point average with a minimum course

load of 12 credit hours. Students must achieve a 4.0 grade point average with a minimum course load of 12 credit hours to receive recognition of Presidential Scholars. Nine hundred fifteen students wer named Presidential Scholar and 1,363

were named to the Dean’s List. Students who were recognized from Prairie County were: Coty Greenwood, Des Arc, Dean’s List. Mallory Schroeder, Ulm, Dean’s List.

Austin Foot named to 2014-15 Who’s Who Among Students For more information, contact: Nancy Meador, Director of Marketing and Public Relations Several students from Arkansas State UniversityBeebe were named to the 2014-2015 Edition of Who’s Who Among Students in American Junior Colleges including Austin Foot of DeValls Bluff. Foot is majoring in Agriculture Business. The recipients, which include students who attend ASU-Beebe, ASUHeber Springs, ASUSearcy, and the Little Rock Air Force Base programs, were named to the following list, along with their hometown and major field of study. Anastasia Brown, North Little Rock, liberal arts; Meleah Bustos, Heber Springs, teaching P4 specialty; Victoria Elizabeth Clegg, Heber Springs, teaching P4 specialty; Megan Nicole Cook, Quitman, health sciences; Zachary Dickerson, Wilburn, health sciences; Taylor Eichler, Romance, health sciences; Austin Foot, DeValls Bluff, agricul-

ture business; Kendra Fox, Heber Springs, liberal arts; Jorge "Fabian" Garcia Zavala, Heber Springs, business; Cari Beth Halk, Beebe, agriculture education; Leah Harrison, Austin, health sciences; Aaron Hicks, Searcy, automotive technology; Donysia Jennings, Wilburn, liberal arts; Elizabeth Knox, El Paso, agriculture business; Destany Lytle, Floral, teaching language arts/social studies; Lesa May, Rose Bud, business; Mary Ann McAllen, Griffithville, health sciences; Brooke "Alexis" Murray, Cabot, criminal justice; Scarlett Nestlehut, Quitman, teaching math/science; Lance Rice, Conway, agriculture business; Laci Rios, Vilonia, agriculture business; Hope Schueren, Heber Springs, pre-health care technician; Jonathan "Mason" Strayhorn, Beebe, agriculture business; Michael Willen, Heber Springs, liberal arts; Amanda Wyman, Pangburn, teaching P4 specialty. The students, who were recognized at the 2015 ASU-Beebe Student Awards Banquet, were cho-

sen by faculty and staff, and were accepted by the editors of the annual Who’s Who Among American Universities and Colleges directory based on their academic achievement, service to the community, leadership in extracurricular activities, and potential for continued success. For more information about ASU-Beebe and its programs, call (501) 8823600, or visit the ASUBeebe website at . Arkansas State University-Beebe is a regional state university that is an operationally separate, two-year institution of the Arkansas State University System. With campuses located in Beebe, Heber Springs, Searcy, and Little Rock Air Force Base, the university offers associate degrees, certificates, and non-credit training for business and industry. The Beebe campus also collaborates with Arkansas State, a four-year university in Jonesboro, to offer baccalaureate and graduate degrees on the Beebe campus through a variety of 2+2 programs.

Throwing the Heat: Des Arc Eagle Freshman Ryan Rosel, #10, right, throws the heat striking out a Riverview batter in the first game of a doubleheader with the Raiders on Tuesday, April 7.

Senior Eagles fall to Riverview in non-conference doubleheader The Des Arc Eagle Baseball team played the Riverview Raiders at home on Tuesday, April 6 in a non-conference doubleheader. Riverview defeated the Eagles 12-10 in the first game. Des Arc was leading 9-6 in the bottom of the fifth inning. Chase Hambrick scored off an overthrow at third base, bringing the score 10-6. The Raiders opened the flood gates with a shot down third baseline, a walk, two hits to left, a hit between center and right

field and another hit to center. The Eagles turn at bat produced no base runners. In the top of the seventh inning, Riverview would score two more runs to put them in the lead over the Eagles 12-10. With a last chance effort, the Eagles would bite the dust coming up short. Wyatt Covington hit a hard grounder up the middle to center field and would steal second. Allen Treadwell hit the ball but was thrown out at first base. Cory Taylor was

walked and would be thrown out at third. Final score, Riverview 12, Des Arc 10. The Eagles are to play Carlisle today, Thursday, April 9 and are scheduled to play Clarendon on Thursday, April 16. Due to the inclement weather, make-up games will be played as both team’s schedule will allow. The Eagles will travel to Carlisle today, Thursday, April 9 for a conference doubleheader and will travel to Pangburn on Monday, April 13.

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Lady Eagles split doubleheader with Rosebud S TRETCH ! Left: Lexi Cook, stretches out for the catch for the out at first on Monday, April 6 against Rosebud. This was a non-conference matchup with the 4A school.

Out . . . by a foot Right: Lady Eagle Hannah Ball, right, tags third base to put the Rosebud baserunner out on Monday in their first game on April 6 at Millenium Field. The Lady Eagles lost the first game but won the second. The Des Arc Lady Eagles split a non-conference doubleheader with Rosebud on Monday, April 6 at the DABA Millenium Field. In Game One, the Lady Eagles fell hard 12-0 but composed themselves and played some offense and defense in Game Two defeating Rosebud 9-4. In Game One, the Lady Eagles were three up and three down with a fly out to left, taking a strike three call and a pop up in the bottom of the inning. .

The Lady Eagle defense held the Lady Ramblers with Gracen Hambrick on a catch in left, a grounder to Abbie York at third base over to Lexie Cook at first and a fly to Kallie Roberts at centerfield in the top of the first inning. In the top of the second inning, Rosebud flew out to Roberts at center, a strike out and a dribbler to Lady Eagle pitcher, Jade Bell to Cook at first, retiring the side. The Lady Eagles were

three up and three down Bell, York and Cook all thrown out at First base. Rosebud began to get into a groove scoring two runs in the top of the Third inning. By the end of the inning, Rosebud was up 40. Again the Lady Eagles could not get anything going by way of base runners in the bottom of the third with a strike out, call for strike three and an out at first base. In the Fourth inning,

Rosebud hit the ball but Des Arc’s defense never faltered with a double play by York and a throw from York to Cook at first for the final out, leaving one stranded. The Lady Eagles did not have a base runner in the bottom of the fourth with three up and three down. In the top of the Fifth, Rosebud added three runs to their lead leaving one on base. The Lady Eagles turn at bat in the bottom of the fifth proved fruitless with

an out at first, strike three call and a hit to the pitcher leaving one on base. In the bottom of the Sixth inning, Rosebud added five runs to their already 7-0 lead. With one last chance to put runs on the board the Lady Eagles came up short with an out at second and third base and a pop up to the Rosebud third baseman. Final score of Game One was Rosebud 12, Des Arc 0. The Lady Eagles won the

second game matchup 9-4. The Lady Eagles traveled to Carlisle on Tuesday, April 7 but were unable to play due to umpire delays. They are to play a conference doubleheader at Brinkley on April 13. With all the weather delays, make-up games are played as both teams schedule allows. Therefore, the previous schedules are inaccurate.

Eagles drop two conference games to McCrory Eagles drop two conference games to McCrory Jaguars Monday, April 6 Left: Des Arc Eagle, Wesley Rowton, bare hands the baseball at McCrory on Mon., April 6. Quenton Walters, center, races to cover second base and Colton Goodman, back, at third base. Right:Des Arc Eagle, Wyatt Covington, #9, fields one off the back fence in Monday’s conference games against McCrory. Photos by Walter Breckenridge

Spring is officially here! Left is Ross Holloway on Monday, April 6 fielding a ground ball during Farmer’s and Merchants Little League team practice. Softball and baseball practice started Saturday, April 4 for the Des Arc Baseball Summer League teams. Season begins Sat., May 16.

Des Arc Schools Event Calendar April 23-24: Biology: End of Course Exams

Saturday, April 25: DAHS Prom Elementary Cafetorium

Friday, May 1: District 6-2A Jr. and Sr. High meet. Heber Springs.

Sun., May 3:00 pm: Spring Band Concert at DAES Cafetorium

Mon., May 4: Band Banquet at Dondies

Wednesday, May 6: 2A State Track MeetGurdon

2015 Jr. High Track Schedule DATE Thurs., April 30

MEET NAME District 6-2A Jr. & Sr. High Track Meet

May 8-11: LOCATION Heber Springs

Regional Softball/Baseball Tournament Palestine-Wheatley

Saturday, May 9: School in session (Snow Day Makeup)

*MEETS AND DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

May 14-16: State Softball/Baseball Tournament Baseball @ Marked Tree, Softball @ Norphlet

2015 Sr. High Track Schedule Senior High DATE

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Thurs., April 9

Sara Low Relays

Batesville

Thurs., April 16

Beebe Badger Relays

Beebe

Fri., April 24

Heber Springs Eagle Bank Relays

Heber Springs

6-2A Jr. and Sr. District Track Meet

Heber Springs

2A State Track Meet

Gurdon

Thurs., April 30 Wed., May 6 Sat., May 16

Meet of Champions 1:00 p.m.

Friday, May 15: High School Graduation

Saturday, May 16: Meet of Champions Russellville, 1 p.m.

Tuesday, May 19:

Russellville

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Joyce Major, lunchroom supervisor at the Des Arc Schools, advises the following menus are scheduled for Monday-Friday, April 13-17:

Elementary Lunch

High School Lunch

MONDAY: Vegetable Beef Soup, Cheese Sandwich, Carrot Sticks with Ranch, Fruit Cocktail, Milk TUESDAY:Fajitas, Lettuce, Tomato, Cheese Cup, Pinto Beans, Pears, Milk WEDNESDAY- Chicken Strips, Broccoli, Great Northern Beans, Fruit, Milk THURSDAY: Spaghetti with Meat Sauce, Tossed Salad with Dressing, Corn, Grapes, Milk FRIDAY: Hamburgers, Baked Chips, Sandwich Fixings, Fruit, Milk

MONDAY: Chili, Cheese Sandwich, Fresh Fruit, Pears Milk TUESDAY:Mini Corn Dogs, Corn, Blackeyed Peas, Fresh Fruit, Fruit Cocktail, Milk WEDNESDAY: Chicken Fried Steak, Mashed Potatoes with Gravy, Green Beans, Fresh Fruit, Pineapplie, Roll, Milk THURSDAY: Crispitos, Coin Carrots, Broccoli, Fresh Fruit, Peaches, Cake, Milk FRIDAY: Cheeseburgers, Baked Chips, Baked Beans, Lettuce, Tomato, Pineapple, Fresh Fruit, Milk

Breakfast MONDAY:

Biscuit and Sausage Pattie or Cereal & Toast, Fruit TUESDAY: Eggs and Toast or Cereal & Toast, Applesauce WEDNESDAY: Pancakes with Syrup or Cereal & Toast, Peaches THURSDAY: Breakfast Pizza,

or Cereal & Toast, Pineapple FRIDAY: Pop Tarts or Cereal & Toast, Apple

Served with Milk & Juice

Breakfast MONDAY: Pop Tarts or Cereal & Toast, Apples TUESDAY: Super Donut or Cereal & Toast, Oranges WEDNESDAY: Pancakes with Syrup or Cereal & Toast, Apple THURSDAY: Biscuit and Gravy or Cereal & Toast, Pears FRIDAY: Breakfast Pizza or Cereal & Toast, Pineapple Served with Milk & Juice Choice of Hot Line, Chef Salad or Cold Cut Sandwich

Meals are subject to change/ USDA is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer

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Richard Louis Cruthis, age 79, of Cave City died Thursday, April 2, 2015. He was born April 9, 1935, the son of Lloyd and Ottilie Mary Ideker Cruthis. He grew up in the Stuttgart area. He began working at an early age helping build rice dryers in eastern and southern Arkansas. He enlisted in the United States Air Force in 1954 and served for four years in Paris, France in military intelligence. Returning to Stuttgart, he began working for Southwestern States Telephone Company as a lineman and later as a cable splicer. In 1967 he married Quinta Lockhart of Humphrey. He founded and was co-owner of Telcas Communications of Stuttgart. In 1968 they moved to Lewisville, Texas where his company did all the original phone work on the Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport and the original Texas Stadium. He moved to Cave City in 1971 and became a cattle rancher. He and Quinta are the parents of two children. In the 1980s, he became the owner of G&R Splicing and worked in western Arkansas where he installed a new communication sys-

tem for the University of Arkansas. He again retired and continued to be a cattle farmer. He was instrumental in establishing and building the Foothills Cowboy Church. Richard is survived by his wife of 47 years, Quinta Lockhart Cruthis; son, Clay Cruthis and wife Lana; daughter, Carrie Cruthis Porter and husband Craig, all of Cave City. He is also survived by grandchildren, Lauren Quinta Porter, Alexie Cruthis Edwards and Lloyd-Spencer Cruthis. Additional survivors are four sisters, Dorothy Dempsey of Jacksonville, Sue Plafcan of Slovak, Rose Kostas of Batesville and Irene Gill of Stuttgart; two brothers, George Cruthis of Cave City and Wayne Cruthis of Montgomery, Texas. He also has four step- grandchildren, Jonathan, Deana, Justin and Kaylee Hunter. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Troy Cruthis and step-grandson, Brett Porter. Graveside services were held Saturday, April 4, at 2 p.m. at the Rawlings Cemetery on the family farm. Arrangements by Qualls Funeral Home of Cave City.

These adorable dogs are ready for adoption at the Des Arc Animal Shelter. Any one of these animals would make great pets. Contact Dewayne Mayher at 870-256-4316 or 501-516-5991 for information.

Nye Meiner dies at Hazen Nye Meiner, 87, of Hazen, went home to the Lord on Friday, April 3, 2015. She was born and attended school in DeWitt, Arkansas. Nye’s survivors include her son, Mark Meiner, and her brother, C.L. Roy. She was preceded in death by her parents, Louis and Ida Roy and her husband of 68 years, Gerald Meiner. Nye was a homemaker, bookkeeper in the family arming business, seamstress, published genealogy author, and very creative with home and organizational projects. She also taught adult Sunday School at the First United Church in Methodist Hazen and was involved in several church and school organizations. Her interests were her relationship with the good Lord, church activities, family’s wishes and well being, friends, and genealogy. As a young woman she

Ocie Williams, Cotton Plant resident, dies

Ocie Williams, 101, ofCotton Plant, died Wednesday, March 25, 2015 at woodruff County Nursing Center in McCrory. Her son, a sister, nine grandchildren and a host of great-grandchildren, other relatives and friends survive her. Funeral service was held Saturday, April 4 at 2:30 p.m. at Holy Tabernacle Church of God In Christ in Cotton Plant. Interment took place at Cemetery by Ebenezer Mandy Bell, left, of Des Arc and cousin, Beth Breckenridge Branscumb Funeral Home. of McCrory visiting during Des Arc-McCrory baseball game there Monday. Photo made by Beth’s husband, Walter Breckenridge.

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set the grade point average at her high school for many years and accomplished that achievement in three years. She was an avid reader with a love of trivia and history. She also made home and school movies. Nye was always there to lend an ear to others in their time of need with compassion for the other fellow. Nye will truly be missed as she always was concerned with the right way to do things in life, particularly her interactions with other people holding their wishes and well being above her own. Visitation will be held at the First Methodist Church, Thursday, April 9, 2015 from 9:30 A.M. to 10:30 A.M. Funeral services will immediately follow visitation. Interment will be in the Hazen Cemetery with Westbrook Funeral Home of Hazen in charge of arrangements.

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Over 200,000 deer tagged last season Arkansas hunters for the third consecutive season have taken more than 200,000 deer. The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission reported Wednesday that 208,075 deer were tagged during the 2014-15 deer season — just more than 5,000 short of the state's record deer harvest. The record of 213,487 was during the 2012-13 season while 213,199 deer were harvested in 2013-14. The largest number of deer taken, 6,750, was in Union County followed by 5,784 in Drew County and 5,714 in Clark County.

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Raymond E. (Chip) Calhoun Jr. Farms 16170 Hwy. 11 N., Griffithville, AR 72060 Home # 870-256-3714 - Cell # 501-516-5233

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Pictured at left: Snowball, facility pet at Des Arc Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, dressed for Easter Sunday wearing her pink “Easter Bonnet”. All of the ladies at the facility wore their Easter Bonnet on Sunday and Snowball joined the “Easter Bonnet” tradition

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special times we spent with family and gathering for those delicious dinners. We spent off and on all day on Friday with an “Inside Scavenger Hunt”. Everyone had a good time finding the lost goodies! We also took time out of our day to hear the sweet gospel music of the Disciples and made room visits. Jordan was here on Saturday, popping that delicious popcorn. We also watched movies and played a “mean” game of dominoes in the afternoon. Our Volunteer Banquet is Friday, April 10 at 12:00 p.m. We are saluting all of our Volunteers. April 12-17 is National Volunteer Week. Saturday is National Pet

Mammograms provided May 2 at Freedom Fest ~ Arkansas Women – 40 and Over ~ Have you had your mammogram this year??? The UAMS Mobile MammoVan will provide on-site mammograms at the Fort Lincoln Freedom Fest at DeValls Bluff this year. This service is provided by the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. Who: Women age 40 and over that are due for a mammogram. Date: May 2, 2015 Time: 9:00am – 2:00 pm

Day and Snowball will be here visiting with the residents. We will be enjoying our usual activities such as movies, watching the news, excercising, ball toss, playing dominoes and horseshoes, crafts, Hair and Pretty Nails day, and of course, Bingo. The Disciples will be here on Friday, as well. Come out to see us for a visit. We are always looking for card game partners, Bingo players, and craft helpers. That is all for now, so until next time, have a safe week and watch out for the severe weather that is expected today (Thursday). Teresa Henley Activity Director

Energy assistance ends April 17 in Prairie County

Mid-Delta Community Services, Inc. Winter Crisis Home Energy Assistance Program will close April 17, 2015 for the following counties listed below due to Location: Fort Lincoln depletion of funds. Freedom Fest Therefore, no further ap715 East Sycamore St plications will be accepted De Valls Bluff, AR 72041 for the Crisis Program after Contact: this date. UAMS Mobile MamPhillips mography, 1-800-259-8794 Prairie * Mammograms are by Lee appointment only. Monroe Please call UAMS office Des Arc to schedule. With or Without InsurSenior Citizens Center ance OPEN Pre-registration is required.* Monday - Friday Must be 40 and older YOU ARE WELCOME!

“Daddy’s Hands” Daddy, some ninety plus years, sat feebly on the patio bench. He didn't move, just sat with his head down staring at his hands. When I sat down beside him he didn't acknowledge my presence and the longer I sat, I wondered if he was OK. Finally, not really wanting to disturb him but wanting to check on him at the same time, I asked him if he was OK. He raised his head and looked at me and smiled. "Yes, I'm fine. Thank you for asking," he said in a clear strong voice. "I didn't mean to disturb you, Daddy, but you were just sitting here staring at your hands and I wanted to make sure you were OK," I explained to him. "Have you ever looked at your hands," he asked. "I mean really looked at your hands?" I slowly opened my hands and stared down at them. I turned them over, palms up and then palms down. No, I guess I had never really looked at my hands as I tried to figure out the point he was making. Daddy smiled and related this story: "Stop and think for a moment about the hands you have, how they have served you well throughout your years. These hands, though wrinkled, shriveled, and weak have been the tools I have used all my life to reach out and grab and embrace life. They put food in mymouth and clothes on my back. As a child my mother taught me to fold them in prayer. They tied my shoes and pulled on my boots. They have been dirty, scraped, raw, swollen and bent.

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They were uneasy and clumsy when I tried to hold my newborn son. Decorated with my wedding band they showed the world that I was married and loved someone special. They trembled and shook when I buried my parents and spouse and walked my daughter down the aisle. They have covered my face, combed my hair, and washed and cleansed the rest of my body. They have been sticky and wet, bent and broken, dried and raw. And to this day, when not much of anything else of me works real well, these hands hold me up, lay me down, and again continue to fold in prayer. These hands are the mark of where I've been and the ruggedness of my life. But more importantly it will be these hands that God will reach out and take when he leads me home. And with my hands He will lift me to His side and there I will use these hands to touch the face of Christ." I will never look at my hands the same again. But I remember God reached out and took my Daddy's hands and led him home. When my hands are hurt or sore I think of Daddy. I know he has been stroked and caressed and held by the hands of God. I, too, want to touch the face of God and feel His hands upon my face. -Submitted

Our Thanks! To all of you who have helped us and prayed for us in our time of need, and to God who has blessed us through you, we give thanks. Please continue to pray for Rosie. She is getting stronger.

Strawberry Recipes From Rev. Jaimie Alexander

I look forward to Arkansas strawberries each spring. When I have Arkansas strawberries, I consider it a blessing. This week’s recipes all include strawberries. The recipes for Skinny Strawberry Ice Cream and Strawberry Monkey Bread are easy. The recipes for the StrawberryPecan Lane Cake and Strawberry Layer Cake are both more involved. So whether you have time for something simple or are up for the challenge for something more involved, I hope you will tie on your apron and enjoy preparing these recipes.

2 cups of frozen strawberries 2 frozen bananas, sliced 2 tablespoons of milk of your choice ( I used 1%) 1/2 teaspoon almond extract Place all ingredients in a food processor and process until smooth. This may take a few minutes and you may need to stop it and stir a bit. Be patient, it will come together. Once smooth you can enjoy like soft serve or freeze for a few hours.

Strawberry Monkey Bread ½ cup toasted sliced almonds or pecans 1 (16-ounce) container fresh strawber ries, cut into ¼-inch-thick slices, divid ed (about 2½ cups) 1½ cups sugar, divided 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 3 (12-ounce) cans refrigerated butter milk biscuits, cut into fourths ½ cup butter Preheat oven to 350°. Spray a 15-cup fluted pan with nonstick cooking spray.Sprinkle nuts evenly into bottom of prepared pan. Top with 1 cup sliced strawberries.In a small bowl, combine ½ cup sugar and cinnamon. Dredge biscuit quarters in sugar mixture. Layer half of biscuit quarters over strawberries in prepared pan. Top evenly with 1 cup sliced strawberries. Layer remaining biscuit quarters over strawberries. Set aside. In a small saucepan, combine remaining ½ cup strawberries, remaining 1 cup sugar, and butter. Bring to a boil over mediumhigh heat. Cook, stirring constantly, until sugar dissolves. Pour over biscuit quarters in pan. Bake for 40 to 50 minutes, covering pan with aluminum foil to prevent excess browning if necessary. Let cool in pan for 10 minutes. Invert pan onto a serving dish. Serve immediately.

Strawberry- Pecan Lane Cake 1 cup vegetable shortening 2 cups sugar, divided 3 cups sifted cake flour 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon baking powder 1⁄2 teaspoon salt 1 cup whole milk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 8 large egg whites (yolks reserved for Strawberry-Pecan Filling) 3⁄8 teaspoon cream of tartar Strawberry-Pecan Filling Cream Cheese Icing Preheat oven to 350°. Spray 3 (9-inch) round cake pans with nonstick baking spray with flour. Line bottoms of pans with parchment paper; spray with nonstick baking spray with flour. Set aside. In a large bowl, beat shortening at high speed with an electric mixer until smooth, approximately 5 minutes. Gradually add 12⁄3 cups sugar, beating until creamy, approximately 5 minutes, stopping occasionally to scrape sides of bowl. Set aside. In another large bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt twice. Set aside. In a small bowl, combine milk and vanilla. With mixer on low speed, add flour mixture to shortening mixture in thirds, alternating with milk mixture, beginning and ending with flour mixture. Beat until smooth (batter will be thick). Set aside. In another large bowl, with clean beaters, beat egg whites and cream of tartar at medium speed with an electric mixer until soft peaks form. Gradually add remaining 1⁄3 cup sugar. Beat at high speed until peaks are stiff, but not dry. Fold one-fourth of egg whites into flour mixture. Repeat with remaining egg whites. Divide batter evenly among prepared pans, smoothing tops with an offset spatula. Bake until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean, approximately 25 minutes. Let cool in pans 10 minutes. Remove from pans, and let cool completely on wire racks. Spread Strawberry-Pecan Filling between cake layers. Spread Cream Cheese Icing on top and sides of cake. Strawberry-Pecan Filling

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Skinny Strawberry Ice Cream

by Activity Director, teresa henley

A “windy” March has come to an end and the beauty of April and Spring can be seen everywhere. We started our week with the leadership of the First United Methodist Church with Sunday worship services. We began a new excercise this month called Chair Excercises. We have fun with the excercises and get a good stimulating workout for our bodies. We have been reflecting on the past Easter activities. We dyed Easter Eggs and the ladies wore their Easter Bonnets. Even Snowball, our Facility pet, got in on the act with a pretty little pink hat. This brought back memories from our childhood and

2 pounds fresh strawberries, stems removed 1 1⁄3 cups sugar, divided 3⁄4 cup fresh orange juice 8 large egg yolks (reserved from Lane Cake) 1⁄2 cup unsalted butter, softened 3⁄4 cup toasted pecans, chopped In a medium saucepan, combine strawberries, 1 cup sugar, and orange juice. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until mixture reduces to the consistency of jam, approximately 1 hour. Set aside, and let cool. Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, beat egg yolks and remaining 1⁄3 cup sugar at high speed with an electric mixer until pale yellow, approximately 5 minutes. Add butter, one tablespoon at a time, beating well after each addition. In a medium heavy saucepan, add yolk mixture. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens and a candy thermometer reads 160°, approximately 15 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in strawberry mixture and pecans until combined. Refrigerate approximately 4 hours. Cream Cheese Frosting 2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened 1⁄2 cup unsalted butter, softened 8 cups confectioners’ sugar 2 teaspoons vanilla extract In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese and butter at medium speed with an electric mixer until creamy. Reduce mixer speed to low. Gradually add confectioners’ sugar, beating until smooth. Add vanilla, beating to combine.

Strawberry Layer Cake Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened 2 cups sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 3⁄4 cups all-purpose flour 2 1⁄2 teaspoons baking powder 1⁄4 teaspoon salt 1 cup whole buttermilk 5 egg whites Strawberry Curd Filling Strawberry Frosting Garnish: fresh strawberries Preheat oven to 350°. Spray 3 (9-inch) round cake pans with nonstick baking spray with flour. Set aside. In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar at medium speed with an electric mixer until fluffy. Add vanilla, beating to combine. In a medium bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt. Add flour mixture to butter mixture in 3 batches, alternately with buttermilk, beginning and ending with flour mixture. In another bowl, beat egg whites at high speed with an electric mixer until stiff. Fold in egg whites, one-third at a time. Divide batter evenly among prepared pans. Bake until a wooden pick inserted in the centers of layers comes out clean, approximately 20 minutes. Let cool in pans for 10 minutes. Remove from pans, and let cool completely on wire racks. Spread Strawberry Curd evenly between layers. Spread Strawberry Frosting on sides and top of cake. Garnish with fresh strawberries, if desired. Strawberry Curd Filling 1 (16-ounce) package frozen sliced strawberries in syrup, thawed and drained 1⁄2 cup sugar 2 tablespoons cornstarch 3 egg yolks, lightly beaten 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1⁄4 cup butter, cut into pieces 1 teaspoon strawberry extract In the work bowl of a food processor or the container of a blender, process strawberries until smooth. Reserve 1⁄2 cup strawberry purée for Strawberry Frosting. In a heavy saucepan, combine sugar and cornstarch. Add remaining strawberry purée, egg yolks, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until very thick, 7 to 8 minutes. Remove from heat; gradually add butter pieces, whisking until melted. Add strawberry extract, stirring to combine. Let mixture cool slightly; cover, and refrigerate for 2 hours before using. Strawberry Frosting 1⁄2 cup butter, softened 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened 1⁄2 cup reserved strawberry purée (from Strawberry Curd) 1 teaspoon strawberry extract 6 cups confectioners’ sugar, sifted In a large bowl, beat butter and cream cheese at medium speed with an electric mixer until smooth. Add strawberry purée and strawberry extract, beating until combined. Gradually add confectioners’ sugar, beating until a smooth and spreadable consistency is reached.

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Prairie County Courthouse News The following information was obtained from the records in the County Clerkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office at the Prairie County Courthouse in Des Arc on Tuesday, April 7, 2015:

Divorce Decrees Marcella Christene Chism vs Johnnie C. Chism

Land Transfers Warranty Deed Terry Len Gentry and Jennifer Gentry, Kim David Gentry and Robin Gentry, Juanita Dian Gentry Edwards and Tom Edwards, Grantors, hand paid by Larry Pasley and Frieda Pasley, Grantees, the following lands lying in the Northern District of

Prairie County: The E 1/2 of Lots 4, 5, and 6 of Block 5, Moore Hays Addition to the City of Des Arc. Warranty Deed Matt Sanner and Shawna Sanner, Grnators, hand paid by The Carlton M. and Lola J. Worman Living Revocable Trust, Grantee, the following lands lying in the Northern District of Prairie County: Lot Six of Baxter-Sanner Subdivision, more particularly described as A Part of the NW 1/4 of Section 17 and the E 1/2 of the NE 1/4 of Section 18, T4N, R4W containing Three Acres,

more or less. Quitclaim Deed Johnny E. Cox and June Cox, Grantors, hand paid by The United States of America, by and through the Commodity Credit Corporation, Grantee, the following lands lying in Prairie County, Arkansas: Tract One: Part of the NW 1/4 of the NW 1/4 of Section 10, T3N, R4W containing 35.72 acres, more or less. Tract Two: Part of the SE 1/4 of the NE 1/4, Section9, T3N, R4W contianing 36.98 acres, more or less.

District Court Hearings The following cases were heard before District Judge Robert Abney in District Court Hearings held on Monday, April 6, 2015: City Cases Traci Monroe, Hickory Plains, charged with Contempt of Court and Failure to Appear on a Written Summons. Failed to Appear. Issue Letter. Irvin D. Burleson, Des Arc, charged with Failure to Pay. Case Review. Kayla Marie States, Des Arc, charged with Refuse to Submit to Chemical Test, Driving on Suspended or Revoked Driver LicenseClass A Misdemeanor, Endangering Welfare of Minor-Third Degree, Failure to Stop or Yield and DWI-First. Defendant Appeared and Advised of Rights. Defendant Waived Rights. Sentencing set for April 13, 2015. Ashlie Miller, Des Arc. charged with Selling Tobacco Products to a Minor. Guilty. Sentenced to Fine and Cost of $385.00. Brooklyn Inman, Des Arc, charged with Selling Tobacco Products to a Minor. Guilty. Sentenced to Fine and Cost of $385.00. Jeffery C. Treadwell, Des Arc, charged with Public Intoxication/Drinking in Public, Drove Left of Center, DWI-Third and Refuse Breathalizer. Plead Not Guilty. Hearing set for May 14, 2015. John Hedrick, Des Arc, charged with Failure to Pay. Failed to Appear. Continued to April 13, 2015. Melissa Barbee, Des Arc, charged with Failure to Pay. Guilty. Sentenced to 20 days Prairie County Jail. Taylor Warren, Des Arc, charged with Animal Control Violation. Bond Forfeited. Aaron Robinson, Des Arc, charged with Failure to Obey Police Officer, Fleeing-On Foot, and Public Intoxication. Defendant in White County Jail. Continued to April 13, 2015. Jeremiah McMillen, Des Arc, charged with Public Intoxication/Drinking in Public and Disorderly Conduct-Class C Misdemeanor. Guilty. Sentenced to Fine and Cost of $570.00 and 20 days Prairie County Jail with Credit for Two days served. Wornie Hardnett, Jr., Des Arc, charged with One or No Headlights, Refuse Breathalizer, and DWI-Second. Continued to April 20, 2015 for plea. Johnathan T. Modlin, Des Arc, charged with Failure to Pay. Defendant sentenced to Time Served.

James Kevin Henard, Des Arc, charged with Contempt of Court. Transferred Case to Hazen. Failed to Appear. Issue Letter. State Cases Lisa M. Gibson Freeman, Cabot, charged with No Liability Insurance, Failure to Yield at Yield or Stop Sign. Failure to Appear on a Written Summons x2. Plead Not guilty. Hearing set for May 14, 2015. Traci Monroe, Hickory Plains, charged with Domestic Battering-Third Degree and Endangering Minor. Failed to Appear. Issue Letter. Gerald L. Wiggs, Judsonia, charged with Expired Vehicle License and Operation of Unsafe CMV. Plead Not Guilty. Hearing set for May 14,2 015. Bryan N. Gonzalez, Des Arc, charged with Exceeding Posted Speed 73 MPH/55 Zone. Failed to Appear. Issue Letter. Ray J. Holzhauer, Gillett, charged with Exceeding Posted Speed 75 MPH/55 Zone. Bond Forfeited. Gary L. Staten, Florence KY, charged with Permit Violation-Off Route. Bond Forfeited. Ronnie Marcum, Jr., Beebe, charged with Driving on Suspended or Revoked Driver License-Class A Misdemeanor. Failed to Appear. Issue Letter. Richie Verdaman, Jr., Searcy, charged with Driving on Suspended or Revoked Driver License-Class A Misdemeanor. Guilty. Sentenced to Fine and Cost of $285.00. Andy Holland, Des Arc, charged with No Seat. Belt. Bond Forfeited. Cody R. Hambrick, Beebe, charged with No Seat Belt. Bond Forfeited Michael S. Hinshaw, Des Arc, charged with No Seat Belt. Bond Forfeited. Clora L. Anthony, Beebe, charged with Exceeding Posted Speed 65 MPH/55 Zone. Bond Forfeited. Six months probation. If No Further Violations, Charge Dismissed. William Richard Harris, Cotton Plant, charged with No Seat Belt. Bond Forfiet-

ed. Carilee K. Wiggins, Jonesboro, charged with No Seat Belt. Gulty. Sentenced to Fine and Cost of $50.00. Charles D. Tacker, DeValls Bluff, charged wih Exceeding Posted Speed 81 MPH/55 Zone. Failed to Appear. Issue Letter. Don Howard Edmondson, Stuttgart, charged with Expired/No Driver License. Continued to April 13, 2015. Carrie R. Chamness, Cabot, charged with No Seat Belt. Bond Forfeited. Veronica W. Holloway, Des Arc, charged with Exceeding Posted Speed 65 MPH/55 Zone. Guilty. Sentenced to Fine and Cost of $50.00. Brandon K. Dunlap, Des Arc, charged with Exceeding Posted Speed 65 MPH/55 Zone. Bond Forfeited. David S. Vaughn, Humphrey, charged with Exceeding Posted Speed 65 MPH/55 Zone. Bond Forfeited. Patricia L. Shockley, Cotton Plant, charged with No Seat Belt. Bond Forfeited. Kimberly M. Henry, Brinkley, charged with Exceeding Posted Speed 65 MPH/55 Zone. Nolle Prossed by Motion of State. Dustin K. Fort, Hazen, charged with Exceeding Posted Speed 68 MPH/55 Zone. Failed to Appear. Issue Letter. Robbye L. Burnside, Maumelle, charged with No Seat Belt. Bond Forfeited. David Donald Dodson, Hernando, MS, charged with No Seat Belt. Bond Forfeited. James A. Hughes, Searcy, charged with No Seat Belt. Failed to Appear. Issue Letter. Tamara M. Griffith, Des Arc, charged with Exceeding Posted Speed 65 MPH/55 Zone. Bond Forfeited. Six Months Probation. If No Further Violations, Charge Dismissed. James R. Nyari, Heber Springs, charged with No Seat Belt. Bond Forfeited.

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Prairie County Jail Count The following inmates are currently incarcerated in the Prairie County Jail at Des Arc, according to Sheriff Gary Burnett, as of Tuesday, April 7, 2015: Johnson, Eric Dewayne, 29, Intake date October 7, 2013. Thresher, Jason, 43, ADC 309. Intake date March 6, 2013. Spencer, Demetrius Lamont, 40, ADC 309. Intake date June 12, 2013. McGee, Rodney Tiawan, 35, charged with DWI #2, No Seat Belt, Driving without Insurance, Driving on Suspended Driver License, No Child Restraint, Endangering the Welfare of a Minor, and Refusal to Submit. Hold for PC Hearing. Intake date November 19, 2014. Whittenburg, Phineas E., 20, Commitment. Intake date November 28, 2014. Lovett, Dominique, 24, charged with Possession of Controlled Substance with Intent to Deliver, Simultaneous Possession of Drugs and Firearms, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Intake date December 12, 2014. Pollard, Domonic Jamal, 24, charged with Possession of Controlled Substance with Intent to Deliver, Possession of Firearms by Certain Persons, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Inatke date December 11, 2014. Taylor, Ron Janquel, 20, charged with Possession of Controlled Substance with Intent to Deliver, Possession of Firearms by Certain Persons, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Intake date December 11, 2014. Whiting, Kenneth Hadley, 42, Hold for ADC. Intake date December 28, 2014. Holloway, Lyne C., 47, charged with Terroristic

Threatening-Felony. Intake date January 12, 2015. Herrera, Elias, 40, charged with Sexual Assault. Intake date February 7, 2015. Logan, Justin Wayne, 26, charged with Probation Revocation. Commitment. Intake date February 10, 2015. Knox, Jonathan, 22, Commitment. Intake date March 13, 2015. Turner, Larry, 31, Commitment. Intake date March 14, 2015. Adair, David M., 24, Commitment. Intake date March 17, 2015. Christopher Brewer, Towone, 33, Commitment. Intake date March 18, 2015. Treadwell, Jeffery Carol, 45, DWI #3, Drove Left of Center, Refusal to Submit and Driving on Suspended or Revoked Driver License. Intake date March 19, 2015. Briggs, Bobby Charles, 32, charged with Possession of

SubstanceControlled Felony, Possession of Cocaine, Posession of Drug Paraphernalia, Simultaneous Possession of Drugs and Firearms, Possession of Firearms by Certain Persons, Obstructing Governamental Operations, Speeding and Driving on Suspended or Revoked Driver License. Intake date March 27, 2015. Heard, Antonio, 33, charged with Failure to Appear. Intake date March 26, 2015. Bourrage, Jeffery, 33, charged with Theft by Receiving. Intake date March 30, 2015. Burnett, Carle E., 21, Hold for PC Hearing. Intake date March 30, 2015. Ousley, Robert, charged with Failure to Appear. Intake date Monday, April 6, 2015. Barbee, Melissa, 41, Commitment. Intake date April 6, 2015.

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School Board hires subs; Ridout signs with Blue Devils track accepts two resignations The Daily Citizen At Monday night’s school board meeting, members approved employing Ramona Holloway and Pamela Brock as long term substitutes at Des Arc Elementary School. The board accepted the resignation of long-time elementary teacher, Brenda Williams. They also accepted the resignation of Cathy Burns at the end of her contract. Cathy is the wife of retiring superintendent Rick Burns. A motion was made by Mr. Morton to renew the HSR student insurance policy. Mr. Holloway seconded the motion, and a unanimous vote followed. Renewal of the proposal for the school board legal

liability insurance was unanimously approved along with renewal of the HSR student insurance policy. Nick Hill, high school principal, was added as a disbursing officer for the school’s bank account. A June 30, 2015 term date was set for dispersing officers Rick Burns and Martha Childers due to their retirements. Cyle Harris and Jimmy Flanagan Jr. spoke about work they would like to do on the football field. No action was taken. All board members were present. Guests included Cyle Harllris, Michelle Harris, Jimmy Flanagan Jr., Nick Hill and Cheryl Calhoubn

Funds raised at DeValls Bluff goes to Wounded Warriors Bill Arnold of DeValls Bluff and son, Curtis, expressed appreciation for the support they have received for their fund-raisers coordinated by the Ft. Lincoln Freedom Fest. The recent Midsouthern Championship Wrestling event, sponsored by the Arnold Family Foundation,

raised $1,000 which was presented to the Arkansas Wounded Warriors program. A donkey ballgame Monday evening , a pageant this Saturday and other events are preliminary to their main celebration, the Feeedom Fest on May 2.

Rivers Ridout is a four-sport letter winner at 6A Searcy High School. All State in football and track, Ridout, the SHS Record Holder at 6’ 8” in the High Jump, has signed a letter of intent with Duke’s track program. Ridout was the No. 1 ranked High Jumper in the State of Arkansas, competed in the Meet of Champions, has swept every outdoor meet with first place wins this season, and was voted Best Track Athlete at Cabot’s March Wal-Mart Invitational. Ridout was the winner of the HOBY Leadership Award, was selected for the Class 6-7A Arkansas Activities Association state event, and is slated to graduate with honors. Ridout is All Conference in Soccer and was a member of Searcy’s State Championship 6A Soccer Team in 2013. Ridout was selected for the 2015 Arkansas AllStar football team and was recruited as a WR by Yale, OBU, Vanderbilt, Harding, and John Hopkins. He was recruited in track and field by Harvard, Yale, Alabama, Arkansas, and ULM but committed to Duke University’s Blue Devil Track Team, receiving early acceptance for their 2015. class. “Searcy High has the best coaches and faculty across the board,” Ridout said. “We’re a David School in a Goliath Conference, but our coaches and teachers give us everything they’ve got to equip us to compete with some heart. I’m excited to compete at Duke, but I am and will always be a loud and proud Searcy Lion.” Rivers is the son of Ross and Betsy (Barnes) Ridout and grandson of Wayne and Robbye Ridout, all of Searcy. His maternal grandparents are Judge and Mrs. Harry Barnes of Camden. He is also the great-grandson of the late Robert and Minna Lea Norman and Homer and Melba Ridout, former Des Arc residents. He is a greatnephew of Bea Norman of Des Arc.

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Rivers Ridout was recruited in track and field by Harvard, Yale, Alabama, Arkansas, and ULM but committed to Duke University’s Blue Devil Track Team and received early acceptance for their 2015 class.

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Steamboat Days 2015 T.J. Nelson, chairman of Steamboat Days Festival, right, accepts a check in the amount of $1,000 given in support of the festival by Farmers & Merchants Bank and presented by Casey Ingle, left. The 30th Annual Steamboat Days at Des Arc is scheduled for June 4-6. A number of added attractions and events are planned for this year, according to Chairman Nelson. The first Steamboat Days was held in 1986 coordinating with Arkansas’ 150th birthday. “We appreciate our supporters who provide a lot of funding for the attractions and events,” said Chairman Nelson.

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