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ABOUT US PUBLISHER/EDITOR George Farris SALES/BUSINESS MANAGER: George Farris george@wmpmarketing.com GRAPHIC DESIGN/PRODUCTION: Sara Alvis wmpmarketing@gmail.com ADVERTISING/SALES REPRESENTATIVES: April Farris, Jeff Terry, Debra Wells, Beverly Swafford OFFICE MANAGER: April Farris CONTRIBUTORS: Sara Alvis, Lesleigh Smith from The Barn, Eric Tillman The AR Area Guide is an independent publication. Every precaution has been taken to avoid errors and omissions. However, we do apologize for any that may have been made. In the event of an error or omission for paid service, the liability shall be limited to the prorated abatement of the charge paid to the company. But in no event shall such liability exceed the amount payable to the company. No credit will be given for immaterial or unsubstantial errors.
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For years I have been, in some way or another, connected to the River Valley. Years ago, and I do mean years ago, I traveled from Lamar to Russellville almost every day to work in a little grocery store known as Valley Food Market. The store was located on the corner of Main and Knoxville, where Walgreens is now. At that time my older brother was the owner/operator and always seemed to have need of someone who would mop the floors and not complain too much. Well, I would mop the floors but if I remember correctly, complaining was also part of the equation! Throughout the years I have come to call the River Valley home. My wife and I have been married for 30 years and we started our life together in Russellville in a small apartment. Our first home was a three room apartment located on the southeast side of Russellville. We have raised four girls in this beautiful area and we just can’t think of any where else that we want to be. Our church is here, our friends are here, and of course all but one of our girls and their families are still here in the Valley. I want all my readers to understand that when they pick up one of the River Valley Area Guides we want you to feel the appreciation that WMP MARKETING, INC has for the area. We want to do our best to bring you a
magazine filled with information that will show the River Valley and all it has to offer. We want to bring the best of the best to you in a magazine that piques your interest, paints a picture, draws you in, and gives you a look at just what the region has to offer. We strive to give you, the consumer, a magazine that will inform you about where to dine, where to shop, what events are coming up, what entertainment opportunities are available, what’s new in health and fitness, and anything that will make your LIFE in “The River Valley” better, easier, or more fun. Watch for featured business reviews, community focus, and local history. When you pick up a copy of the River Valley Area Guide you are picking up a piece of the Valley. Thanks for letting us be a part of this community. We hope you enjoy the Area Guide. Please let us know how we are doing and what we can do better. This may be our magazine but it is for YOU, our readers.
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Chamber of Commerce
City hall and Chamber information for Russellville, Clarksville, Dardanelle, Atkins, Danville, Dover, Morrilton, and conway.
Woody’s Boots - Featured Business
Woody’s is a hometown business that provides a downhome feel, a perfect choice for this season’s featured business.
Home Sweet Home
Winter has fled and it’s time for spring cleaning. Are you ready?
Health/Medical
Check out some of these health tips.
Education
Information on local schools and childcare centers in the Russellville and Conway area.
Automotive - Offroad Tire
Clarksville Section
Stay up to date on new and exciting events in Johnson County and read about some historical houses up for sale.
Bridal Section - The Barn
The Barn will give you the perfect, dream wedding you’ve always hoped for, plus more.
Millard Henry
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Dining Out
Check out any of these local restaurants, you’re bound to have a scrumptious meal you’ll never forget.
Millard Henry Article
Last year, the doctors at Millard Henry broke ground on a new, state of the art facility. Read all about it here.
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Follow these auto care tips to keep your vehicle feeling looking and feeling great.
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CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Russellville | Clarksville | Dover | Dardanelle | Atkins | Danville | Morrilton | Conway
Area Chamber of Commerce
708 W. Main Street • Russellville, AR 72801 Phone: 479-968-2530 • chamber@russellville.org City Hall: 203 S. Commerce Dr. Phone: 479-968-2098 • Fax: 479-968-2358
101 North Johnson Street • Clarksville, AR 72830 Phone: 479-754-2340 • cjccofc@centrytel.net City Hall: 205 Walnut St. Phone: 479-754-6486 COME TO WEL
DARDANELLE
ATKINS “The Picklefest City”
PO Box 208 • 2011 State Hwy 22 West • Dardanelle, AR 72834 Phone: 479-229-3328 City Hall: 120 N. Front St. Phone: 479-229-4500
P.O. Box 203 • Atkins, AR 72823 Phone: 479-857-7820 • admin@AtkinsChamber.org President – Alan Stubbs City Hall: 310 NE 1st St. Phone: 479-641-2900
Dover Chamber of Commerce Danville Area
P.O. Box 731 • Dover, AR 72837 Phone: 479-331-2243 President – Mike Walker City Hall: P.O. Box 258 Phone: 479-331-3270
400 W Main • Danville, AR 72833 Phone: 479-495-3419 • danark@danark.com
Chamber of Commerce
115 East Broadway • Morrilton, Arkansas 72110 Phone: 501-354-2393 • chamber@morrilton.com City Hall: 210 N Moose St. Phone: 501-354-3484
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Featured business
Boot Up At
Our Promise From Our Family To Yours Is Big Selection, Low Prices With Personal Attention Always. Woody’s Boot and Repair is a constant in Russellville. Throughout the years, Woody’s has been in several locations, but has now found its home at 511 East 4th Street. Six years ago, Woody’s became a new dream for Bill and Vonna Titus. Dr. Titus taught Psychology courses at Arkansas Tech, and Vonna has years of experience with business ownership. Bill saw the potential in a familyowned business, bought the business, and then told Vonna after the fact. He said that she needed something to do. The story begins there and continues today. Vonna’s son Mitch Turner began with his mother and Bill learning about the boot business and what it means to provide quality boots and a community service to the Russellville area. It’s been a family affair ever since.
Woody’s is a hometown business that provides a down home feel. Personal customer service is Woody’s focus. They greet you with a smile and a “howdy”, and help you find just the right fit for your personal needs. In a world of do-it-yourself retail, Woody’s helps slow down the pace and offer you the best for your dollar. They know what it’s like to have someone pressure-sell you, and they
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want to provide a relaxed atmosphere kind of like the oldtime general store. You will probably know someone when you come in the store. Customers discuss their boots, but they also tell the Woody’s crew all about their families and friends. They want to share in their customers lives just like
the customers share in their own. Woody’s is proud of its customers and their eagerness to share in our sponsorship of Special Olympics. Vonna’s nephew, Robert Jones, is an active member of the Area 17 Special Olympics team, and Woody’s is pleased to be able to support them in all that
they do in the area. Woody’s also supports many local youth and riding clubs. Bill passed away in December of 2009, and unfortunately did not witness the growth of his vision for the business, but Vonna and Mitch took the reins of Woody’s Boots and are growing the business through customer loyalty and keeping the latest in boot styles and accessories. Woody’s carries Justin, Tony Lama, Double H, Lucchese, Nocona, Abilene, John Deere, Carolina, Cat, Thorogood, Chippewa, and Old West. Woody’s carries over 100 styles in women’s boots, and over 60 styles in kids. They are proud to have the largest boot selection in the River Valley. They work hard to provide as many American-made boots as they can get. Woody’s appreciates the area industries that help provide boots for their workers, and do their best to provide specific boots for the job requirements. They accept almost all boot vouchers from many local employers. In a community like Russellville, Woody’s makes every effort to always offer the best products for the best prices. Ask about their Rewards Program! Woody’s Boot and Repair is not complete without its master cobbler, Don Pennington. Don comes from an expert boot and shoe repair family. He says he repaired his first pair of cowboy boot heels when he
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Featured business was six years old. He has seen every possible boot and shoe repair job. He knows when someone needs to find themselves a “new favorite” pair of boots, but he also works miracles bringing old boots back to life. In the past, there were eight cobblers in Russellville. Now, Don is the only cobbler within a 40 mile radius. He stays busy five to six days a week repairing boots, shoes, holsters, and purses. Woody’s is fortunate to have Don and all of his talents. And what good is an exceptional craftsman without the proper tools? Woody’s stocks all the supplies you’ll need for boot and leather upkeep. Vonna, Mitch, Don, Susan, Jackie, Candice, Tracie, Tech students Josh Baker and Matt Chester, and the whole Woody’s gang want to thank everyone in the River Valley for their continued support. Since 2007, Woody’s continues to grow and provide work and western boots for the whole family. Come join the family. With over 4000 pairs of boots in stock, Woody’s is proud to be called, “The Best Little Boot Warehouse in the River Valley.”
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LIVING ON A
BUDGET By: Eric Tillman
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iven the nature of the economy in recent years, most people are having to work with a tighter budget. It can be difficult to start living within a smaller means. When you’re starting out, it may feel like you can’t give anything up. If you start small, however, you will find that anyone
can live a perfectly normal life and spend significantly less money than most people do. We’ve written a list of ten tips to help you soften the blow on your wallet in your every day life.
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Drink tap water: It’s easy to save hundreds of dollars a year by avoiding overpriced bottled water. Even if you don’t trust the water straight from your tap, buying a filter is still much less expensive than all the bottled water most people drink. Cook at Home Often: The principle here is simple: It is cheaper to prepare your own meal than to pay someone to prepare it for you. Especially in families with more than one spouse working, this can be difficult. Start out by making it a habit to cook at home once a week and slowly increase the frequency until you find the right balance. Remember that you don’t have to pay for the most expensive and delicious ingredients. It’s enough to work with the ingredients you can afford.
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Plan a Weekly Soup Night: People waste leftovers all the time. We put something in the refrigerator after a meal and never feel like finishing it. If you make a habit of putting as much of it as you can in a soup or goulash, you can season it however you need to and nothing goes to waste. Then that soup itself will keep longer and you can even take it to work for an inexpensive lunch the next day. Buy generics/store brands: We are all somewhat guilty at times of buying something more expensive because we assume the quality is better. For those of us who can afford it; great. Anyone who wants to save some money in their budget may want to give generic or store brands a try. You might find you like these just fine. If that’s the case, buy those instead of name brands. The difference in cost really starts to stack up over time. Be on the lookout for free events: If you need a date night idea, a night off, or a night on the town, it might help to browse local papers and websites for lists of free events you may be interested in. Most cities (and Conway is no exception) put on free movies in the park, free concerts, festivals, etc. See a Matinee: If you go out to the movies, it will be a lot cheaper if you go before the sun goes down. You can still make it out to all the movies you would normally see, but it may prove beneficial to save the trip until you and your friends or family can go during the day. Buy Used Books: If you have to buy books for school, work, or pleasure, it can be very expensive. New editions of books often cost twice as much as used copies, and there is nothing wrong with a preowned book. If you’re a college student looking for text books, skip the book store and look online. Websites like addall.com and half.com can save you quite a bit of money.
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Buy Cheap Gas: Becoming proactive about saving money on gas is important. You don’t have to give up quality or brand loyalty- especially in Conway. There are 36 gas stations, and prices vary daily. There is no reason to spend more than you have for this, or to search the whole town for the cheapest product. Websites like gasbuddy.com will tell you everything you need to know. Shop Thrift and Consignment Stores: It may seem like you shouldn’t have to do this, but the reality is that you’re paying too much for clothes when many people have already taken perfectly serviceable outfits to one of Conway’s many consignment stores. Yes, you will find some comically ugly clothes if you look hard enough, but these stores don’t make money if they stock clothes that nobody wants. They know what sells, and they have it waiting for you. Pay off Debt: If you carry any debt, focus on consolidating it to a lower interest and paying it off as soon as possible. Money paid in interest is money thrown away! You can’t spend that money on food, clothes, fun or anything else. One of Conway’s financial services companies would love to help you do this and get your debt payed as quickly as possible.
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shopping
COME SHOP
RUSSELLVILLE
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Get Organized... with BURRIS A few helpful tips on getting your office organized 1. Clean out each desk drawer, to free up even more valuable storage space.
6. Color-coding your files makes it faster to find information.
2. Have a master to-do list for each day at your desk.
7. Keep an assortment of alloccasion cards and stamps in your desk.
3. Use a variety of containers to organize office supplies, paper clips and pens.
8. Do not over stuff folders. It may be time to toss some of the information in the folder.
4. Use a variety of desktop organizers or trays to organize papers that come across your desk.
9. Tab hanging file folders in the front.
5. Use storage boxes to store dated files.
10. Straighten desk at the end of the day and especially at the end of the week so that you can start each morning with a clear desk.
Working on a budget... At Burris you’ll find large selections of Office Products, Furniture, Technology, Cleaning and Break Room, Printer Supplies and much more. They offer the top brands in all categories such as HP, 3M, Avery, Fellowes, ACCO, Stanford, Smead, HON, and many more. Burris also carries many compatible lines that can give you significant savings.
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HOME
SWEET HOME By Eric Tillman
Every spring, Americans (and others all over the world) participate in a ritual nearly as old as civilization. We clear out the clutter, dust the baseboards, reorganize and redecorate to the tune of birds chirping in the yard. Winter has fled (earlier in Arkansas than in some other places) and it’s time for Spring Cleaning. The tradition goes back to the old Persian New Year “Norouz,” the first day of spring, and is still carried out in Iran and other parts of the region. It is also found in early Scottish culture (December 31) and an early Jewish practice of cleaning one’s home in anticipation
of Passover feasts and festivities at the beginning of springtime. In Northern Europe and North America, the beginning of spring became a ritualized cleaning period for practical reasons- before the vacuum cleaner was invented, March was the best time to dust and air out the house without fear of menacing insects. What does that mean for us in Arkansas in 2013? Well, if you’re cynical, nothing. But spring cleaning can be soothing, and even when we don’t want to do it, we probably should. If you’re considering undertaking such a project, let us help you by pointing you in the right direction.
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HOME SWEET HOME
1. Before you start, you should have a checklist. Spring cleaning without a checklist is like shopping without one; you will probably forget something. We all do. It’s simply a good idea to get organized about your organization. We’re all busy, and having a list eliminates accidents. There are many websites with helpful templates you can use when creating your own checklist, just one Google search away. I found MarthaStewart.com’s checklist helpful and exhaustive- it covers all your bases and then some. But don’t forget to tailor your own list to the specific needs of your home. 2. Redecorating to give our homes a fresh look is almost like arranging for ourselves a change of scenery. And after wet, dreary winters like the one we just had, this can be crucial to keeping us in a healthy frame of mind. It’s time to clear away the clutter of winter and put out the flowers and plants. According to a WebMD feature by David Freeman, “Proponents of color psychology believe that the colors you use to decorate your home can have a profound effect on the emotional well-being of you and your family.” It may be science, or it may be wishful thinking, but you don’t have to repaint your house to take advantage of a correlation between bright, happy decor and improved mood. Move out some of the autumn-themed furnishings and replace them with something that makes you feel peaceful.
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HOME SWEET HOME 3. Get Organized! Tools, cleaning supplies, closets, what have you: clutter is confusing and exhausting. Categorize, group, and organize your tools and all those random items that live in your garage. Evaluate the uses for items you keep laying around- if you aren’t going to use them, loan them to a friend or family member. The table saw or furniture dolly that you haven’t used for years won’t be any worse off in the garage of a trustworthy brother, sister, or cousin than in your own. Donate to charity or thrift stores any items you feel are still useful but not useful to you. If anything can be considered trash, don’t be afraid to throw it away! The clutter can keep you down. Dr. Sherrie Bourg Carter, Psy.D writes on psychologytoday.com that Clutter “bombards our minds with excessive stimuli, causing our senses to work overtime.” She also notes that it distracts us, signals to our brain that our work is never done, and “creates a feeling of guilt.” This is unnecessary! Getting organized will almost certainly make you feel better in the long run. Find some cheap solutions for space-saving- put up more shelving or build it right into the walls of your garage/ storage room- just be careful to do it right; get instruction from a professional if you’ve never done it before. 4. Shape up your house’s exterior. Clearing out the gutters, that old standby homestead chore, is paramount to home upkeep and should be done more than once a year preferably in spring as well as fall. “The problem with clogged gutters is more than just those annoying waterfalls that pour off the roof on rainy days,” writes Fox’s Jason Gurskis. “This excess water wreaks havoc on the integrity of your home’s structure... Water that gets dammed up in the gutters finds the path of least resistance when it tries to drain and this often means it works right into the walls and ceilings of your house.” The benefits of a well-groomed gutter system far outweigh the cost of the hour you’ll spend cleaning them out.
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5. Plant a garden! It’s easier than it sounds, and many people find it therapeutic. There are thousands of books and websites to help you get started. If you’re a first time gardener, you might start with a simple flower bed. Ask a local florist or garden supply store for tips on what plants are easy to plant and tend. This one is for you, because you deserve something fun and rewarding after all the hard work you did when you cleaned and organized your home.
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Pets/vets
PREVENTIVE CARE By Eric Tillman
Here in the River Valley, we love our furry friends. We want to keep them around as long as possible. That means keeping them healthy, and fortunately for us this is easier than it sounds. Pet health, much like human health, begins with diet and exercise. It will always be tempting to feed a begging dog- they’re so cute- but the fact remains that human food is not usually safe or suitable for canine consumption. The same is true for cats. Our digestive systems have evolved differently; we need to and can eat different foods, and more importantly, there are foods we eat regularly that our pets can’t have- and I don’t just mean chocolate and raisins. We’re all aware of the problems that can come from letting our pets’ digestive habits get out of hand-gas and messes nobody wants to deal with- but we may not have thought about the danger that feeding animals our table scraps puts them in long-term. “Pets get used to absorbing a certain amount of fat, carbohydrates and protein ...” pet nutritionist Dr. Martin Glinsky says. Glinsky is one of the nation’s premier pet nutritionists. “[They are] just not used to the rich food we feed ourselves.” “ Wheat and soy bean meal in pet foods are the biggest cause of allergies in dogs and cats,” warns Jay Price of Price Milling here in Russellville. Price Milling has been serving farm and feed needs in Russellville for 80 years. “Soy is a cheap source of protein, but pets can not digest soy very well. Soy and wheat can cause hot spots and other skin and stomach problems. Buy a pet food that has meat as the first
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ingredient.” Exercise is equally valuable to pets- just like in humans. According to a CBS.com article “Walking or jogging with them, playing fetch, having them play with toys, swimming with them, and agility classes are some of the fun pet exercise options suggested by The Early Show’s resident veterinarian, Dr. Debbye Turner.” She also warns that we should consult veterinarians before starting our pet on an exercise plan, and that we should take it slow with our pets: Light activity, such as moderately-paced walking. Take cues from your dog.” If you’re a cat owner, they suggest vigorous play which takes advantage of their natural predatory instincts. “Using a feather on a string or a laser pointer,” the article points out, “will keep your kitty batting, swatting, and getting a good workout.” Whatever breed you own, cat or dog, they stress that you should first research the specific exercise needs or concerns of the breed. A simple Google search could suffice, or you could contact your veterinarian. Pets love us unconditionally; it’s up to us to keep their bodies in good condition. When we take care to nourish and exercise our pets properly, they stay around longer, live more comfortably, and cost us less in emergency veterinary care. Taking care of them is as easy as it is important.
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HEALTH/medical
HEALTH
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Get a Good Pair of Sneakers
Is your energy lagging? Though it may be the last thing you feel like doing when you’re tired, exercise -- even a brisk walk -- can be more effective than a nap or cup of coffee at fighting fatigue.
Eat Bananas
People whose diets are rich in potassium may be less prone to high blood pressure. Besides reducing sodium and taking other heart-healthy steps, eat potassium-packed picks such as bananas, cantaloupe, and oranges.
Love Lavender
To ease stress and prepare for bed, soak in a hot bath spiked with a few drops of lavender essential oil. Play soothing music while you bathe to unwind further.
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HEALTH/medical Get a Massage
Certain trigger points -- spots of tension in musculoskeletal tissue -- can cause back pain. Ask a massage therapist or other bodyworker who specializes in myofascial release or neuromuscular therapy to focus on these points during a massage
Eat Avocados
For dry skin, incorporate more avocados into your diet. They’re rich in monounsaturated fat and vitamin E, both of which promote healthy skin. Try them on salads and sandwiches, and even in smoothies.
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Atkins Nursing & Rehabilitation Center • • • • • •
Transportation Observation Unit Home Cooked Meals Daily Housekeeping/Laundry Beauty & Barbershop On-Site Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy & Speech Therapy
...Where Residents Come First
All set in a warm, home-like environment.
605 NW 7th Street • Atkins, AR 72823 • 479-641-7100 • www.atkinsnr.com
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HEALTH/medical Hydrate
To treat an acute migraine, drink a full glass of water -dehydration can trigger headaches. Even if you need to take a medication for the pain, try wrapping your head with an Ace bandage so that it covers your eyes, then lie down and breathe deeply. This often helps the pain pass more quickly.
Watch Your Carbs
Trying to reduce belly fat? Pay attention to your carbohydrate intake and avoid artificial sweeteners. Sugary snacks and other refined carbs spike blood sugar and cause pounds to settle in your midsection. Choose whole grains, beans, and vegetables instead.
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SNAP FITNESS OF RUSSELLVILLE:
EXPANSION AND GROWTH Snap Fitness was opened in November of 2006. Snap Fitness is a locally owned and operated fitness center that has continued great service to the River Valley 24/7 now for over 6 years. Snap moved from Parkway last year to expand and grow. We are now located at 501 N. Arkansas Ave Suite B in Russellville next to Tuesday Morning and Goody’s in the Russellville City Mall. Owner Kevin Adkison, an alumni of Russellville High School (RHS) and Arkansas Tech University (ATU), grew up in Pope county helping and working with his family that also owned and operated several other small business’s in the river valley area. Willy Vick a (RHS) grad is the newest manager at Snap Fitness in Russellville. Willy has competed in several Mr. Arkansas competitions, strong man competitions, and has been involved in the fitness industry for over 10 years. Snap now has two new trainers, manger Willy Vick and Melanie Kinkade both are certified by the National Council for Certified Personal Trainers (NCCPT) and are scheduling personal training appointments now. Melanie Kinkade also a (RHS) grad is our Class Fitness Instructor / Personal Trainer. Melanie has been teaching boot camps at Snap fitness for some time now and she just started 2 brand new classes, Hustle 101 and PiYo Strength. Melanie is also
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teaching fitness training classes at (ATU). Every six weeks the Hustle 101 and PiYo Strength classes at Snap Fitness are designed to change and start an entire new program and intensity level. These classes are the some of the newest in the fitness industry and the first that’s being offered in the River Valley area by a certified instructor. Come by and join in the fun in the new fitness classes at Snap Fitness. Snap Fitness is dedicated to helping you reach your goals. That means we give you the right equipment, the right time to work out, and the right trainers to get you where you want to be. No matter what fitness level you are, just beginning or a professional, we can help. We are currently working on our back expansion to finish out the facility and grow to the largest 24/7 Snap Fitness in Arkansas. We have a long list of new equipment and workout tools coming in 2013. expanding into new trainers, new classes, more weights and more machines. Come by and see the new facility and join up, not for sure, ask for a seven day free pass. Help us help you reach those fitness goals. For more information about Snap Fitness of Russellville, call 479-890-SNAP (7627), or go to www.snapfitness.com/russellville.
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Atkins School District Atkins Elementary School Carol Sober, Principal Grades K-4 611 NW 4th Street 479-641-7085 Atkins Middle School Allen Willbanks, Principal (resigning) Grades 5-8 611 NW 4th Street 479-641-1008 Atkins High School Phil Daniel, Principal (resigning) Grades 9-12 403 Ave 3 NW 479-641-7872
Clarksville School District Clarksville School District Administration 1701 Clark Road Clarksville, AR 72830 479-705-3200
Clarksville High School John Burke, Principal Grades 10-12 1703 Clark Road 479-705-3212 David Hopkins – Superintendent 479-705-3200 Steven Wyatt – Asst. Superintendent/Student/ Academic Services 479-705-3200 Toby Cook – Asst. Superintendent/ Support Services – 479-705-3255 Freeman Wish – District Treasurer – 479-705-3201 Cheryl Ziegler – District Curriculum Coordinator 479-705-3203 Marsha King – District Special Education Coordinator 479-705-3216
Danville School District
Clarksville Primary Elementary School Steve Ziegler, Principal Grades K-1 2023 Clark Road (479) 979-6000
S.C Tucker Elementary Nancy Barrick, Principal Grades K-5 East 9th Street 479-495-4820
Pyron Elementary Christel Thompson, Principal Grades 2-4 1903 Clark Road 479-705-3256
Danville Middle School Steve Pfeifer, Principal Grades 6-8 201 East 11th St 479-495-4800
Kraus Middle School Janice Price, Principal Grades 5-6 1901 Clark Road 479-705-3240
Danville High School Nolan Bryant, Principal Grades 9-12 East 11th Street 479-495-4810
Clarksville Junior High Paul Dean, Principal Grades 7-9 1801 Clark Road 479-705-3224
Danville School Superintendents Office Mike Hernandez, Superintendent East 11th Street 479-495-4800
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Dardanelle School District Dardanelle Primary School Sue Ann Jernigan, Principal Jon David Keeling, Asst. Grades K-2 900 S Fourth St 479-229-4185 Dardanelle Elementary School Terry Laughinghouse, Principal Debbie Murphy, Asst. Grades 3-6 2306 N Hwy 7 479-229-3707 Dardanelle Middle School Avis Cotton, Principal Joey Rocconi, Asst Grades 7-8 2032 North State Hwy 7 479-229-4550 Dardanelle High School Marcia Lawrence, Principal Lynn Balloun, Asst Grades 9-12 1079 North State Hwy 28 479-229-4655 Dardanelle School District Administration 209 Cedar Street Dardanelle, AR 72834
Dover Lower Middle School Verna L. Boxnick, Principal Grades 5 - 6 135 College Street 479-331-4814 Dover Elementary School Donny Forehand, Principal Grades K-4 75 Pine Hill Road 479-331-2702 Superintendent – Jerry Owens
Pottsville School District Pottsville Elementary Shannon Davis, Principal Grades: K-3 Cedar Street off Hwy 247 479-968-2123 Pottsville Middle Grades Houston Townsend, Principal Grades: 4-6 Apache Drive off Pine Ridge Rd 479-880-6631 Pottsville Junior High Kenny Bell, Principal Grades 7-9 250 Apache Drive 479-968-6574
John Thompson – Superintendent
Pottsville High School Jonathan Bradley Grades 10-12 500 Apache Drive 479-968-6334
Dover School District Administration 9371 Market St. Dover, AR 72837 479-331-2916
Pottsville School District Administration 7000 Hwy 247 Pottsville, AR 72858 479-968-8101
Dover High School Jo Lynn Taverner, Principal Grades 9-12 101 Pirates Loop 479-331-2120
Superintendent - Larry Dugger Director of Transportation Ray Cynova
Dover School District
Dover Middle School Verna L. Boxnick, Principal Grades 7 - 8 203 College Street 479-331-4814
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Conway Area Schools Conway Christian School Grades PK Thru 12 400 East German Lane, 72032 P: (501) 336-9067
UCA Child Study Center Grades PK Thru KG 115 Farris Rd., 72034 P: (501) 450-3356
St. Joseph School Grades KG Thru 12 502 Front St., 72032 501-329-5741
Greenbrier Eastside
Conway Vocational Center Grades N Thru N 2300 Prince Street, 72034 P: (501) 450-4888
Elementary Grades PK Thru 04 61 Glenn Lane Greenbrier, AR 72058 P: (501) 679-2111 Greenbrier High School Grades 10 Thru 12 72 Green Valley Dr Greenbrier, AR 72058 P: (501)679-4236
Greenbrier Middle School Grades 05 Thru 07 7 School Drive Greenbrier, AR 72058 P: (501)679-2113
Gospel Light Baptist Academy Grades PK Thru 12 290 Hwy. 65 N, 72032 P: (501) 327-9449
Greenbrier Junior High School Grades 08 Thru 09 4 School Drive Greenbrier, AR 72058 P: (501)679-3433
Learning Tree Montessori Grades PK Thru K 2405 Tyler St., 72034 P: (501) 329-3656
Greenbrier Westside
Elementary Grades Kg Thru 04 65 Garrett Road Greenbrier, AR 72058 P: (501)679-1029
Focus Learning Academy Grades KG Thru 06 707 Robins Ste. 100, 72034 P: (501)513-9352
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This is what motivation looks like Conway 501-329-3232 2850 Prince St, Suite J Conway, Arkansas, 72034 conway@oxfordlearning.com
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OFFROAD TIRE TIPS
automotive
Tire Maintenance and Care
-Rotate your tires every 5,000 miles or every 6 months. -Check your tire pressures approximately once a week. Low tire pressures can affect fuel economy, handling and comfort. To accurately measure your tire pressure, check tires when they are cold. Wait at least three hours after driving. -Always make sure that your wheels are properly aligned. Badly aligned wheels will again lead to dragging of the car on the road. -Check your spare tire each month and keep it properly inflated so it¹s ready to go when you need it most. -Use the penny trick to determine if the tread on your tires is worn to low. -Take a penny and put Abraham Lincoln’s head into one of the grooves of the tread. If part of his head is covered by the tread, you’re ok. If you can see all of his head, it’s time to replace the tire. When the tread is worn down to 1/16 of an inch, tires must be replaced.
Gas Mileage Tips -Check and/or change your air filter every 6 months to improve fuel economy and keep your engine running smoothly. -Don’t top off. Don’t bother topping off when filling your car’s gas tank. Any additional gas is just going to slop around or seep out. -Tighten up that gas cap. Gas will evaporate from your car’s gas tank if it has an escape. Loose, missing or damaged gas caps cause 147 million gallons of gas to evaporate each year. -Go for the shade. The hot summer sun that makes the inside of your car feel like a sauna also evaporates fuel from your gas tank. -Use the right oil. You can improve your car’s gas mileage by 1 percent to 2 percent by using the manufacturer’s recommended grade of motor oil.
And most important of all…… -Always check for potential problems before they happen.
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SPRING
AUTO TIPS By Eric Tillman
Winter is coming to a close. Even in the south, winter means frequent precipitation and some snow if we’re lucky (or unlucky, depending on your view). Arkansas winters are somewhat unique in that the temperature can never quite decide whether it is fall or winter or spring or winter from one week to the next. This can be murderous on some parts of our cars, but now that we’ve all survived it, it’s time to do some damage control and move on with our lives. During winter, we can deal with some pretty awful roads. Ice, road salt, sand and rapid temperature changes can create potholes and cracks in our roads. Deep potholes certainly aren’t friendly to struts or shocks. An inspection to determine leaks or wear can save a lump cost later for repairs and compounded issues you didn’t see coming. A good spring washing can clear road grime and salt from your car, tires and undercarriage. Left alone, it can cause rust and corrosion of some metals and plastics, including your brakes. A good hand wash of your vehicle is very important in the spring. Take the time to check out the condition of your paint while you’re washing and make note of any chips or scratches. If you do find some minor damage to your paint job, buy some touch-up paint as soon as possible. It’s important to prevent rust from forming; rust can cause expensive and embarrassing damage to your paint job.
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automotive Spray the salt and dirt out of your wheel wells, because they are favorite hiding spots for pesky rust, and repair any damage if necessary. A good waxing is great for your paint job after winter, but be sure to wait for a dry day and try to move your car out of direct sunlight. Wax needs to dry completely (and not melt again) to do its job properly. If the carpet in your vehicle is subjected to a lot of water over the winter, rust or mold could be forming where you can’t even see it- underneath the carpet. A good rug shampoo will help remove the salt from the carpet fibers. Make sure to clean the upholstery too. Clean your windows, inside and out, to increase visibility. All that fog from winter may leave some residue and over time, which can cause some annoying visibility issues. You should definitely get your oil changed after the long winter. If you’ve been using thinner oil for the winter season then change back to a more viscous one for the spring and summer. Check your other fluids; it’s important after the wear or winter to double check and make sure that all of your car’s necessary fluids are filled up and regulated. This is also a good time to replace worn out wiper blades. These take heavy abuse in rainy, snowy winters and can often dry out as the weather changes. Check to make sure yours are making complete contact with the windshield and replace them if necessary- they aren’t very expensive. It may seem like a chore, but if you take a sunny Saturday in March or April to get these things done, your vehicle will look better, you’ll feel better, and you could very well save on cosmetic and structural repairs in the future. Remember the adage about a “Penny Saved”.
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Ozarks outdoors u of o
Aquatic center Arkansas main street Facade renovations grants
Johnson county regional hospital
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Facade Renovation
Grant Program The Clarksville-Johnson County Regional Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the introduction of a new exterior facade grant program for merchants and building owners that are located within the boundary of the historic downtown district. The Facade Renovation Grant is offered by the Chamber to property owners who wish to make exterior improvements to their buildings. The grant allocates up to $1000 per building on a maximum 50/50 matching basis for facade improvements. Eligible projects could include facade repairs of wood windows; removal of facade panels or screens; restoration of storefronts and architectural elements; addition/repair of awnings, canopies, or marquees; masonry restoration; exterior painting, etc. The grant program does not allocate grant funds for interior improvements at this time. Travis Stephens, CEO of the Chamber, made the following statement, “The restoration of commercial building exteriors is an important component of the enhancement of our Historic Downtown
district. It is the Chamber’s goal to work closely with downtown businesses and building owners to offer assistance to ensure that the downtown area becomes a focal point and a destination within our community.” Stephens continued, “This program was a recommendation of the Chamber’s Downtown Development Committee. They are a dynamic group and I expect more good things to come from their meetings. We took their recommendation to the Chamber Board of Directors and asked for $3,000 to be set aside for the program for 2013 and the board agreed. My hope is that the program will be such a success that the funds will run out fairly quickly and we will need to go back and ask for more before the year is out.” For specifics about the program, to apply for a grant, or if you have questions about the program, contact the ClarksvilleJohnson County Regional Chamber of Commerce; 101 N Johnson Street, Clarksville, AR 72830, 479-754-2340, cjccofc@centurytel.net
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The Clarksville Commercial Historic District contains sixty-nine buildings in the historic downtown of Clarksville, Arkansas, Johnson County. Located in the foothills of the Ozark Mountains and just north of the Ouachita Mountain range, Clarksville’s history began when it was extablished as the seat of government in Johnson County, Arkansas in 1836. The district is included in the National Register of Historic Places. The district has numerous examples of early to mid-twentiethcentury commercial architextural styles. The physical character of the Clarksville Commercial Historic District is largley derived from its collection of late 19th and early 20th Century commercial buildings. The majority of the buildings in the district are one or two-story
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brick vernacular versions of popular American commercial design. The early buildings feature some Italianate style characteristics seen in arched tops of windows and cornice patterns. The buildings in this district reflect the growth and development of the city’s downtown and are good examples of their type and era of construction. Owners or buyers interested in renovating properties in the Historic Downtown District can also apply for Tax Credits. There are at least 3 tax credits available. The City of Clarksville is offering a $1000.00 Facade Grant. The State and Federal Governments are offering a 20% Tax Credit for Federal and 25% Tax Credit for State.
Main Street Arkansas is a downtown revitalization program that combines historic preservation with economic development to spark life into Arkansas’s traditional commercial areas. With more than 20 years of experience, Main Street has seen communities capitalize on te very assets that characterize their downtowns: their distinctive architecture, entreoeneurial spirit, pedestrian-friendly environment, and unique sense and quality of place. Modeled after the National Trust for Historic Preservation’s National Main Street Center Four-Point Approach, we work in the areas of design, promotion, organization, and economic restructuring. Main Street Arkansas provides resources, education, and progessional assistance to promote the cultural heritage of the state’s built environment and to stimulate the economic vitality of Arkansas’s downtowns.
Main Street Arkansas is a program of the Arkansas Historic Preseration Program, an agency of the Department of Heritage. Contact the Main Street Arkansas office at 1500 Tower Building, 323 Center Street, Little Rock, AR 72201. Phone: 501-324-9880 Fax: 501-324-9184 TDD: 501-324-9811 www.mainstreetarkansas.org 3/5/13 1:29 PM
CLARKSVILLE
Aquatic Center
The Clarksville Aquatic Center is scheduled to open summer 2013. The site of Clarksville’s new Aquatic Center is 1611 Oakland St., which is also the location of the Marvin L. Vinson Multi-Purpose Building. Built in 2002, the current facility boasts an indoor walking track, basketball courts, and a meeting room. “The Marvin,” as the youth in the community refer to it, is named after Clarksville’s former mayor whose vision for the youth of the community was an inspiration for many great things happening in Clarksville. Citizens of Clarksville have worked diligently for many years to make the dream of an aquatic center a reality. This summer, the outdoor portion of the water park will open for the River Valley to enjoy. The park will feature attractions for all ages including: • A lazy river with a vortex pool • Two large water slides • Zero-entry pool with water cannons, two slides and overhead splash bucket • Four lane pool with an 8 foot climbing wall, basketball goal, and floating sea creatures • Splash pad • Shaded shallow-water interactive toddler play feature The outdoor space will showcase nine reservable cabanas as well as public concession and picnic area. A state-ofthe-art online reservation and ticketing system will serve the public and shorten the length of time spent waiting in line. Opening in the Fall of 2013, the indoor facility will include a warm water therapy pool as well as an eight lane pool with a diving board to host a variety of competitive events as well as year round classes and parties.
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LIKE Us on Facebook @ Clarksville Arkansas Parks and Recreation for progress updates. For additional information, contact: Clarksville Parks and Recreation at 479-754-5050 Tom Cogan, Parks Director; Karen Summers, The Marvin; Mary Townsend, Aquatics
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We are committed to the well being of our patients, visitors, and staff! Founded in 1938, Johnson Regional Medical Center has throughout its history been a progressive hospital, evideced by numerous expansions, equipment upgrades and service introductions. his growth and adaptation of the changes in the delivery of healthcare are essential to the fundamental focus on patient care at JRMC. At the center of JRMC’s success is the entire staffs’ avility to learn new skills, develop better systems of care and safely and compassionately care for the patients who trust JRMC with their lives.
culmination of an investment in excess of $27,000,000 over the past eight years to provide a complete upgrade of our facilities and equipment. This latest expansion will provide 40 private rooms designed to improve patient privacy, safety, and reduce the likelihood of infections between patients. Our OB-Nursery renovation will substantially improve patient and child security, accommodate motherchild rooming together, and support continued growth of our OB service which delivers over 500 infants a year.
Led by a Medical Staff of over 25 physicians, specializing in Family Practice, General Surgery, Urology, Psychiatry, OB-GYN, ENT, Podiatry, ER Medicine and Orthopedics; JRMC provides a wide array of physicians and services rarely seen in smaller communities today.
JRMC continues to lead the River Valley in its commitment to modern facilities, equipment, and services in HD MRI, 64-slice CT technology, Sleep Center certification, C.R. mammography, Trauma Network Designation, Stroke Network Membership, and student training of RNs, LPNs, Pharmacists, Physical Therapists, and Family Practice Residents, make JRMC an excellent, cost-effective choice for your healthcare.
In September 2012, JRMC began a $15 million dollar expansion and renovation of its primary medical-surgical unit, obstetrics, nursing unit, lab, pharmacy and shelled in space for future expansions of its outpatient physical therapy unit, lab, pharmacy, and shelled in space for future expnsions of its outpatient physical therapy unit and cafeteria. This Phase II expansion of JRMC is the
Please join us as we make a yet-to-be-written, history at Johnson Regional Medical Center that will be viewed as worthy of respect and appreciation by all who experience JRMC as a patient, a visitor, a physician, or an employee.
1100 East Poplar Street • P.O. Box 738 • Clarksville, AR 72830 (479) 754-5454 • Fax (479) 754-5482 www.jmc.com
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REALTY Yesteryear Charm & Elegant Sophistication just begins to describe this “Must See” property in what used to be the Spring Hill Community. It was originally the home & office of Dr. James Kolb. Owners have kept this home as original as possible. A walk through will take you back to a time when homes told a story. Original hardwood floors, cabinets, banister, light fixtures, & bathroom fixtures are just a few of the details that can’t be reproduced. Rooms are very spacious and welcoming. There are bonus rooms easily used as offices, reading rooms, play rooms, etc. Stroll through the yard to enjoy the flowers, trees, and view that set the mood for this home. You’ll also love the smoke house and cold house which were staples during this homes heyday. This home has a story & is just waiting for you to write the ending. This one of a kind property comes with 5 acres m/l and can be yours for only $299,000. Call Clarksville Realty and ask for more info on MLS# 111358. National Register of Historic Places announced the acceptance of the Taylor Hill Hotel on October 31, 2008. Now offered to the public this 10 room Hotel dates back prior to 1884. The building is a good example of Folk Victorian achitecture. During the boom days of mining in Coal Hill the rail road was across the street from this hotel. Convicts were aken across the street t this time to be fed. Doctors traveling through on the rail road would set up shop to care for the sick as well Much of the structure is basically in its original state with the acception of a few recent improvements. The current owner has improved the property from its foundation to the downstairs electrical and plumbing keeping its original integrity at heart. The upstairs have been stripped down to the original plank walls, and the down stairs is a ablank canvas allowing the new owner to determine the best fit for the structure. The property is truly a one-of-a-kind and can be purchased for just $99,000. Just give us a call and ask for more info on MLS# 111358.
Located on Main St. in Clarksville, the historic Hammonds Grovery Bldg was built in 1920 and has a style that was influenced by the turn of the 20th century Commercial Architecture. It is a one-story brick building that also once housed the Clarksville Steam Laundry. This property holds stories & is waiting for a new owner to bring it back to life and begin a new future. To begin that future call Clarksville Realty and ask about MLS# 112590. Get this... it’s only $25,000.
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The Clarksville I-40 Commerce Park 127 prime acres located right on America’s Main Street (Interstate 40). With a 990,000 square foot Wal-Mart Grocery Distribution Center already in the community, Clarksville is an ideal hub for any companies in the distribution or logistics arena looking to place a facility that will service the southcentral region of the U.S. The new park has all the utilities on site, is pre zoned, and shovel ready and is less than a day’s drive of major markets; Memphis, Kansas City, Oklahoma City, Dallas-Fort Worth, Northwest Arkansas, and Little Rock.
incentives to attract quality job providers and to help offset the burgens of an expansion or relocation project. The state is one of the few operating on a balanced budget which means companies can expect that inventives promised will be incentives delivered. Additionally Clarksville has a portion of sales tax revenues specifically set aside for economic development purposes. Other Highlights of the Claskville I-40 Commerce Park include: • Growing population -- 19% increase from 2000-2010 • City owned/controlled Utility Company (electric, water, sewer) • Approximately 800 feet of frontage on Interstate 40 (1/2 mile from access ramp) • 3 Universities within a 25 minute drive • The Commerce Park is located in a federal New Market Tax Credit eligible census tract
Clarksville is one of the most progressive small towns in the country. Not many communities of comparable size can boast a University, an 90 plus bed hospital, and a local EDO to assist existing industries and help facilitate incoming projects. In 2009 the city of Clarksville commissioned an Economic Development Strategic Plan and has been aggressively implementing the blueprint’s action steps. Based on the community’s natural assets, existing workforce, demographics and other competitive economic advantages the plan identified specific target industries that would be most suitable for the area, Distribution/Logistics enterprises was #1 on the list. Other industries included Food Processing and Sustainable Products Manufacturing. The state of Arkansas, the city of Clarksville, and the chamber of Commerce all offer a wide variety of aggressive
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Contact the Clarksville Regional Economic Development Organization for more information on this site. www.clarksvillearchamber.com travis@clarksville.com (479) 754-2340
Residential • Commercial Dumpsters • Roll-Off Servicing Johnson County Area For Over 40 Years. Now Serving Scranton Area 118 South Fulton • Clarksville, AR 72830 479-754-6392
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Clarksville Schools Progress is more than simply moving forward…it is moving forward with a purpose and a clear, measurable goal. The Clarksville School District is progressing along with the demands of the evolving educational needs of children, putting technology into the hands of students and teachers in all areas of learning. Clarksville has purchased approximately 1500 netbooks, 300 iPads, and 86 Apple TV’s for students and teachers during the last two years. This immersion in technology and information has been successful. The ultimate goal for this influx of technology was to better educate students. Solid data like higher Benchmark scores indicate that this is happening. Teachers attest to students being more engaged in the classroom. Overall, the district is moving forward with a technologically progressing society. The successful implementation of a one-to-one student/netbook program in grades 7-12 at Clarksville has led to all 6th grade students receiving a netbook in the classroom. This type of educational access to the Internet has opened a floodgate of information and learning for students. Teachers can find resources and tools to use in the classroom as students ask questions, not afterwards when the information is stagnant or irrelevant. Answers can be found in seconds, which leads to an environment of real-time learning that is crucial to the success of 21st century students and community members. The new Common Core curriculum standards that Arkansas, along with forty-five other states, has adopted, include a technology component that requires students
to have a deep knowledge of computer skills unlike any other previous set of educational standards. Clarksville’s goal is to equip students to succeed on the Common Core assessments, while simultaneously embedding college and career readiness into each child’s internal mindset. Daily exposure to technology-driven instruction and learning is the key step in reaching this goal. In addition to putting the computers in the hands of the students, teachers are receiving training in technologyinfused instruction and the effective implementation of the Common Core. Organizations like the K20 Center through the University of Oklahoma provide on-site technology training for teachers at all levels. Groups of teachers attended both national and state Common Core Summits in the summer, which included time for curriculum alignment and planning. With ample training and technology, the infrastructure for success permeates the Clarksville School District. Student engagement is high, and the teachers have everything they need to instill not only content knowledge, but critical thinking and research skills. These are the skills that students need to be successful in their lives beyond school. The Clarksville School District has a “Shared Vision” that states that “…we envision a school district that is a leader in student achievement in the state and nation, where all students graduate and are prepared to succeed in life.” Together, the faculty and staff strive to accomplish that vision each day, with the new technology driving students towards this future success.
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SPOTLIGHT WEDDING
Sarah Reasoner & Drake McGuire September 28, 2013 Parents: Sarah - Jim and Martha Reasoner Drake - Duane and Lorie McGuire Hometowns: Sarah - Russellville, AR Drake - Lamar, AR Schools: Sarah - Russellville High School, Arkansas Tech University Drake - Lamar High School Rehearsal Dinner: Savannah’s Restaurant, Dardanelle Ceremony & Reception: The Barn at Twin Oaks Ranch, Dardanelle Reception Caterer: Savannah’s Restaurant, Dardanelle Bridal gown: Low’s Bridal and Formal Shop, Brinkley Hair: Elyse Rowlands, A Perfect Image Wedding Coordinator: Cindy Barringer Floral: The Barn at Twin Oaks Ranch design team Invitations: The Barn at Twin Oaks Ranch design team Décor: The Barn at Twin Oaks Ranch design team Music: Reception - Deejay Ceremony - Violinist Cakes: The Cake Place, Russellville Photography: Joshua Mashon Honeymoon: Sandals, St. Lucia
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if you build it
they will come
By Eric Tillman
Lesleigh Smith knows how to throw a party. The owner of The Barn at Twin Oaks Ranch takes immense pride in her ability to transform her family’s picturesque, rustic property into any girl’s dream venue. Lesleigh and her staff believe that every couple’s perfect day deserves an equally perfect celebration. That’s what they do at The Barn; strive with great passion to give each customer exactly what she’s looking for. “Helping our customers to have exactly what they envision for their events is an honor and a privilege. I love being able use and show creativity in a way that puts a smile on peoples faces,” says Ginger Keones, a floral designer at The Barn. Molly Burns, another staffer, adds “The Barn is a magical place where a bride’s dreams can come true. Although the foundation is a Barn, beautiful trees, and genuine country, it’s really a blank slate for one’s imagination to dream up the perfect event.” The Barn has had immediate success following its June grand opening. They have hosted 18 events- mostly weddingsin just 8 months since opening. Such volume for such a young business may seem lucky, but the secret to their success is no secret at all to staffers. “The Barn raises the bar! Couples work with our design team to create one of a kind wedding that is beautiful and affordable,” says Cindy Barringer. Intern Hannah Robins agrees. “ It’s easy to forget all about the money and stressful side of wedding planning, and fully concentrate on how perfectly each event is tailored to the personalities of the clients.” For Lesleigh Smith and the rest of the Barn’s staff, this couldn’t be more true. Beautiful weddings are their passion, and their specialty. A proud Texan, Lesleigh Smith attended school and grew
up in Dardenelle and Russellville before moving back to Texas for college and work. It was during this time that she found her flair and passion for event planning. “After college at Baylor I got a job doing graphic design for an oil company in Dallas and got thrown into doing their events because someone got fired.” Smith then moved to a pharmaceutical company doing just events. “I traveled the world conducting lavish meetings & events for them for 6 years. In 2009 I left the pharmaceutical company and developed my own business doing events & weddings. People think I’m crazy for leaving such a cushy job, but I had a 2 year old and didn’t have the desire to travel the world and leave him at home any longer....with my business I found my passion was with rustic styled events and was asked numerous times to transform barns into great events, parties and wedding receptions.” This craft culminated in what she calls her “last biggie,” a wedding for Vice President Joe Biden’s Press Secretary. “She was marrying Senator John Kerry’s chief of staff in a small town just south of Fort Worth and it was a big ‘to do’ in a barn. I worked with secret service, shut down interstates, and dealt with having everyone background checked. It was quite a chore but it’s nice to have on the resume.” “So now,” she says “barns are my passion.” When her family had a chance to purchase land near where she grew up, Lesleigh and company seized the opportunity. “We still have family & a place to stay in Texas, but we’re making Arkansas our home - even if it feels like I’m living in a barn.” The land they made their home and their business features an Outdoor Ceremony Venue that can seat over 150 people, and a Rustic Barn that is 3,600 square feet with an attached, covered patio. The business season runs from March
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to December, and is located on Twin Oaks Ranch. Twin Oaks is a working, family owned farm and ranch approximately 6 miles South of Dardanelle and 12 miles from I-40. The venue truly is gorgeous. “The picturesque view of the barn as you drive down Bandy Lane has a warm and inviting feel that always makes me smile,” Barringer said, while planner Victoria Villines intones “The the tall trees and the sun peaking through at the perfect time of the day truly makes a magical experience!” And it’s all natural. The Barn is constructed out of all repurposed materials. Its landscaping consists exclusively of plants native to The Natural State. “We are strong advocates of the recycle, reuse, repurpose mentality at The Barn. All of our disposable products are made of biodegradable materials.”
“We haven’t taken out one loan. Everything’s reclaimed; the tin roof, even the nails.” She told @Urban magazine earlier this year. “[The walls of the Barn] are old truck liners, made of teak, that used to be the beds of eighteen-wheelers. They have these holes where they were bolted down, and when the light comes through at night, it looks like starlight.” Smith and The Barn afford customers that welcoming warmth that only a vibrant southern community like the River Valley could offer. “The Barn has given Arkansas one of the most beautiful wedding venues that brides from all over are dreaming about,” Burns adds. “I already have brides wanting to book two years out. I
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have one bride from Vegas – most of my brides are from out of state - who will get married later this year. She lives with all the glitz, and her dream was something entirely different.” What draws couples from all over the country to a little
ranch in the River Valley? Dedication. “Every event is special to the crew and is treated like if it was their special day,” says Barn employee Molly Burns. “The biggest thing I have learned from working at the barn is the importance of listening and getting to know the clients and their wants and needs. Anyone can put together an event, but it takes a special planner to put the client’s personality into every detail,” Hannah Robins submits. The Barn gets its share of press, too. “95% of our Weddings have been featured in National Publications; blogs, magazines, etc.” Smith said. With their dedicated hard work getting them such exposure, it’s no wonder people from everywhere want to get married at a barn in Dardanelle, Arkansas. Ginger Keones thinks so, too. “I believe that God has brought our “Barn family” together to make The Barn the best event venue in the state (or the country) and we’ll continue to work hard to make that happen.”
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Planning checklist 9-12 months before • Set a budget and determine how costs will be divided. • Select a day and reserve venue(s). • Start the guest list to get your best cost estimate. • Find an officiant. • Start a separate folder for receipts. • Select your wedding party. • Hire a planner or day-of coordinator.
6-9 months before • Find a caterer if the venue doesn’t offer one. • Book a florist, photographer, and DJ or band. • Choose bridesmaids’ attire. • Register for gifts. • Start planning your honeymoon. • Select and order the bridal gown! • Create a wedding website. • Arrange transportation.
4-6 months before • Finalize guest list. • Send save-the-date announcements. • Resever any rental items needed for ceremony or
reception. • Shop for wedding invitations. • Finalize a date, time, and location of rehearsal dinner. • Choose ceremony readings and reach ou to readers. • Arrange room blocks at hotels for out-of-town guests. • Meet with your officiant.
2-6 weeks before
2-4 months before
• Expect lots of last-minute things to come up, so try not to save anything that could have been finished sooner. • Confirm arrival times with vendors and wedding party. • Set aside checks or tips to distribute to vendors. • Delegate tasks to wedding party after 90-day mark. • Find your makeup artist and hairstylist and make your day-of and trial-run appointments. • Purchase favors and gifts for welcome baskets.
• Mail invitations. • Shop for wedding rings. • Order wedding cake. • Obtain marriage license after 90-day mark. • Find your makeup artist and hairstylist and make your day-of and trial-run appointments. • Purchase favors and gifts for welcome baskets.
6-8 weeks before • Send rehearsal dinner invitations. • Reserve tuxedos for groomsmen. • Finalize the menu and the flowers. • Meet with vendors to work out details.
• Print seating cards and programs. • Create seating plan and wedding weekend time line. • Have your final dress fitting. • Write vows. • Finalize all details and confirm with vendors.
1 week before
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Jewelry
310 West Main • Russellville, AR • 479-968-3117 • www.joshuasfinejewelry.com
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Desserts Your wedding cake is probably the most significant dessert you’ll ever order, so it’s important to make sure you do the research to find a confection that’s ready for the spotlight. Opal Mae’s Cakes & More brings you beautiful cakes to match your wedding
perfectly. Sugar Shack makes exquisite wedding cakes and groom cakes for those on a budget. And the best thing about both? They taste great, and that’s an important factor as well.
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Dress & Tux Here’s the deal: Your wedding dress will be photographed and documented more than any other article of clothing you own, so it’s important to choose a wedding gown you love! But when you first start shopping for wedding dresses, the seemingly limitless options can be overwhelming. Try visiting Rendezvous in downtown Russellville to ease your anxiety. Bring your mom, your best friend, your grandma, whoever will give you honest advice and you trust with your life. Bring pictures into the store and let the staff pick out a few, and don’t be afraid to try different styles! That mermaid dress you’ve been eyeing may not look as good as the A-line your mom loves. After you’ve tried on your top three or four, sit down with the ones you trust and make one of the biggest decisions of your wedding. It’s sure to be perfect if you got it at Rendezvous!
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Salons A bride’s hair should complement her gown, not compete with it. And there’s several salons in the area who can help you with that. These places know their stuff, while you may not know a chignon from a French twist, and that’s okay. Show the ladies at Bliss Salon your dress
and maybe some of the ideas you have and they will go to town. Plan on wearing a veil or headpiece? Bring it to Shortcuts Salon to give them an idea on how to rock it, and they will. Short hair, medium hair, really really long hair and not sure what to do? Rock House Salon will help you out. Be sure to weigh every option, because like your dress, your hair will also be photographed a lot, and you want it to look its best. These salons will make certain that it does!
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Russellville
Dardanelle
Big Red Drive-In 1520 S. Arkansas Ave, 479-968-1960 Mon-Sat 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Captain Hamm’s 1176 Hwy 7, 479-229-1241 Mon - Sat: 6:30 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Brangus Feed Lot Steakhouse 1509 E. Main St., 479-968-1999 Mon-Thu 11 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. Fri-Sat 11 a.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Front Street Grill 115 South Front St, 479-229-4458 Mon - Sat: 6:30 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.
C & D Snack Bar 121 N. Commerce, 479-968-2456 Mon-Fri 8:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Sat 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. CJ’S Burgers 2803 N. Arkansas Ave, 479-968-2300 Mon - Sat: 6:30 a.m. - 10:30 p.m. Colton’s Steakhouse 2320 N. Arkansas Ave, 479-880-2333 Mon - Sun: 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Dixie Cafe 105 E. Harrell Drive, 479-968-4800 Mon - Sun: 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Italian Gardens Cafe 315 W. Main St, 479-967-1707 Mon - Sun: 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Johnny’s Ice Cream & Deli 911 E. Main, 479-967-5033 Mon - Sun: 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. La Huerta Mexican Restaurant 1501 E. Main, 479-967-5611 2005 N. Arkansas Ave, 479-880-9111 Mon - Sun: 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Savanah’s 111 South Front St, 479-229-3425 Mon - Sun: 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Clarksville El Molcajete 101 S. Rogers, 479-754-2904 Mon - Sun: 24 hours South Park 1103 N. Harmony Rd, 479-754-8294 Mon - Sun: 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Dover Bucaneer 45 E Camp, 479-331-9779 Mon - Sun: 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. DeWayne’s BBQ 9185 SR 7 N, 479-331-2986 Mon - Sun: 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Mulan’s 2790 East Parkway, 479-880-8080 Mon - Sun: 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Oak Tree Bistro 1019 N. Arkansas Ave, 479-890-9576 Mon - Sun: 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Old Post BBQ 407 S. Arkansas Ave, 479-968-2421 Mon - Sun: 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Opal Mae’s Cafe 321 West B, 479-967-6725 Mon - Sun: 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Pile High Dessert 2405 E Parkway, 479-968-PILE Mon - Sun: 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Pizza Hut 511 Union St, Dardanelle, 479-229-3517 502 N. Arkansas Ave, 479-890-5555 Mon - Sun: 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Stoby’s Depot & Dining Car 405 W. Parkway, 479-968-3816 Mon - Sun: 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Taco Villa 420 E. 4th, 479-968-1191 1122 N. El Paso, 479-968-1135 Mon - Sun: 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
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A River Valley Landmark
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illard-Henry Clinic has been an integral part of the River Valley community for nearly 70 years. Currently serving over 130,000 patients each year, their beginnings were a bit more humble. The clinic was founded in 1945 by Dr. Arnold Henry and his partner, Dr. Roy Millard. Through a partnership with St. Mary’s Regional Health System and parent company Capella, the clinic has advanced and grown over the years. “It feels like maybe 80 percent of Pope County now seeks medical care there,” Says Stacy Barton, a local businessman. Barton, whose mother worked at the clinic when he was a child, is well acquainted with the clinic and many of its physicians. “If you’re sick, that’s where you’re gonna go.” The current building has stood for 40 years, covering 28,000 square feet. Millard Henry Clinic, able to stand the test of time and become something of a landmark in the community, has also shown a commitment to expansion and innovation. The team has opened new clinics in Atkins and Dover, as well as an Obstetrics, Gynecology and Surgery Clinic adjacent to the general practice clinic. So it should come as no surprise that last year, on December 12, the doctors at Millard Henry Clinic broke ground on a new, state of the art facility. The new medical office building a 7 million dollar project will be 47,000 square feet and three stories tall. The entire building was designed from the ground up with health and comfort in mind. Patients will feel quite content with the accommodation. The new facility will be located adjacent to the current Millard Henry Clinic on Skyline Drive. It will be the largest in the area, with space for 30 medical practices in a wide array of specialties. The construction will last roughly a year. Many of the River Valley’s best physicians are already part of the medical staff at Millard Henry. There are
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currently 20 practices ready to move into the new building, and the group is actively recruiting new doctors to bring the best and brightest in the industry to our community. The new clinic is sure to be a big draw. The advanced facilities will be especially attractive to new doctors being recruited to join the already stellar staff at the clinic. With so many excellent doctors and a highly trained medical staff who are known for being both knowledgeable and caring, your health is in good hands. Your health has been a personal priority of the clinic since 1945, and they don’t plan to stop now. “There’s been a lot of hard work and long hours to get to where we are today...It will be a wonderful and much needed addition to Russellville,” Dr. Keith Ison said to the Courier in December. Donnie Frederic, Saint Mary’s Chief Executive Officer, agrees. “We are excited about the future of Millard Henry Clinic and the entire Saint Mary’s System,” he told the Courier. “The tradition of familycentered care, combined with leading technologies, creates a stronger and healthier River Valley region, both now and for coming generations. The clinic will include specialties in internal medicine, family practice, pediatrics, orthopedics, and general surgery as well as radiology and laboratory services. They also plan to expand into additional medical specialties. When the building opens later this year, the facility will be fresh and new to residents of the Valley. What will not be new is the exceptional level of care afforded them by Millard Henry Clinic’s fantastic and evergrowing team of medical professionals. The River Valley is fortunate to have such a devoted and talented team caring for us all and committed to caring for us in the future.
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