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Man to face additional charges of kiddie porn HOPE -- A Hempstead County man, ar- See Inside ... Letters to Santa Claus rested in early November for voyeurism after a 14-year-old girl reportedly found a hidden camera in the bathroom where she was about to take a shower, was arrested again Friday, according to Hempstead County Sheriff James Singleton, for child pornography charges. According to the Sheriff, Justice Lee West age 30, Of Blevins, was arrested around 8 a.m. Friday, December 20 by Hempstead County Criminal Investigators. Investigators reported seized West’s phone and executed a search warrant on the phone and an iCloud account that belonged to him. According to the Sheriff, investigators found images of nude juveniles depicting sexual contact with other juveniles. Sheriff Singleton said West was arrested for three counts of distributing, possessing or viewing of matter depicting sexually explicit conduct involving a child (a Class A Felony for the first offense and Class B Felony for subsequent offenses). He was transported and booked into the Hempstead Detention Facility. Staff Photos EHC CHRISTMAS GATHERING ... The Extension Homemakers Council gathered recently in Murfreesboro to hand out their yearly awards for 2019 as well as swap gifts (pictured above) in a game of “left/right”. Pictured below is Allie Watson, with daughter Jolee, while the group played a game of “Ugly Sweaters” -- a holiday themed version of Clue. For more of the event, please see page 5 of this edition of the Murfreesboro Diamond. Holiday closings, sanitation schedule changes announced PIKE COUNTY -- The Pike County Court- house and associated offices will be closed for the upcoming holidays on the following days: • Christmas -- Noon on Dec. 23 through De- cember 25 • New Years -- Noon on Dec. 31 through January 1 On the week of Christmas, sanitation collec- tion will be normal on Monday, Dec. 23. For the south end of Pike County, residents normally getting pickup on Tuesdays and Wednesdays will have collection on Thurs- day, December 26. Thursday residents will be picked up on Friday, December 27. For the north end of Pike County, residents normally getting pickup on Tuesday will be collected on Thursday, December 26. Wednes- day and Thursday residents will be collected on Friday, December 27. For the week of New Years Day, Monday Merry Christmas and Tuesday will hold normal schedule, while Wednesday and Thursday will be one day be- AGFC announces tree donations, special deer hunt hind. LITTLE ROCK -- Instead of setting your used Recreation Areas and the Millwood State Park ment areas and national wildlife refuges are CITY OF MURFREESBORO Christmas tree by the curb the day after Christ- ramp on the point closed to modern gun hunting during the hunt, The City of Murfreesboro offices will be mas, why not give it a second life as fish habi- • Dierks Lake – Jefferson Ridge South Recre- but many will be open. closed from noon on Monday, Dec. 23 through tat in your local lake? The Arkansas Game and ation Area Also ahead is the second Youth Hunt, Jan. 4-5. Wednesday, Dec. 25 for the Christmas Holiday. Fish Commission has drop-off locations across • De Queen Lake – Any U.S. Army Corps of This also is a statewide hunt with no dogs al- The City sanitation department will be off the state to leave your tree for an angler to use Engineers boat ramp lowed. on Tuesday and Wednesday, Dec, 24-25. Tues- in their next brushpile. • Gillham Lake – Any U.S. Army Corps of “We don’t see as much interest in the second day and Wednesday normal sanitation sched- Unlike artificial trees that get boxed up and Engineers boat ramp youth hunt as the first,” Meeker said. “But there ule will be collected on Thursday, Dec. 26, and stuffed in the attic, real Christmas trees must be • Lake Greeson – New Cowhide Cove and are still plenty of deer out there for young hunt- Thursday and Friday will be collected on Fri- discarded, but that doesn’t mean you have to Self Creek Recreation areas ers to pursue and it gives them one last shot to day, Dec. 27. just toss it out like trash. There’s still a lot of po- • Hope – AGFC Regional Office on U.S. use those new rifles they may have gotten at The City office will then close on Wednes- tential in those branches for baitfish and young Highway 67 East Christmas.” day, January 1 in observance of New Year’s sport fish to hide from predators, and likewise Hunters 6 to 15 years old can go after deer Day. for larger fish to wait and ambush prey. STATEWIDE HOLIDAY DEER HUNT with modern guns, muzzleloaders or archery That week Monday and Tuesday’s routes AGFC Christmas tree drop-off locations work Deer hunters using modern guns have one gear. Youths who have passed hunter educa- will be run as normal, with Wednesday and sort of like a take-a-penny, leave-a-penny tray at more chance to collect on their scouting time tion may hunt on their own. Youths who have Thursday’s route run on Thursday, January a cash register. Anyone can drop off their tree, and tag a trophy. The statewide modern gun not passed hunter education must be under the 2. Friday will resume the normal collection and anyone is welcome to take them to sink holiday deer hunt is Dec. 26-28. direct supervision of an adult who is 21 or old- schedule. their own brushpiles. Anglers sinking brush Established during the 1999-2000 deer sea- er. The adult mentor may not carry a hunting should call ahead to make sure sinking brush is son, the statewide holiday deer hunt was cre- weapon of their own during the hunt. allowed in the body of water where they want ated to enable hunters another opportunity to This year’s extremely good mast crop has to sink the trees. Some water-supply reservoirs get out and enjoy the outdoors and harvest deer kept many deer deeper in the woods more than and other lakes have regulations to prevent while home for the holidays. usual, which has not played in favor of hunters Pike county man to dumping of brush without permission. “A lot of hunters will receive hunting equip- who have stayed on the stand in front of food “Nearly all AGFC-owned lakes were created ment for Christmas, and they want to put those plots or feeders. face felony charges for fishing, and brushpiles from the Christmas items to use right away,” said Ralph Meeker, “When the woods are full of acorns, the deer trees are welcome in those,” AGFC Habitat Bi- Deer Program Coordinator for the Arkansas will absolutely focus on that food source as long in pair of incidents ologist Cody Wyatt said. “But no artificial trees Game and Fish Commission. “There also are a as it is available,” Meeker said. “However, some should be used. The types of plastics and mate- lot of families and friends who only see each acorns have been on the ground for a while and MURFREESBORO -- A Glenwood man had rials used in those trees may cause issues with other during the holidays and this hunt enables have begun to rot, especially with all the wet two separate felony cases opened against him water quality in the long term.” them to continue their hunting traditions.” weather we’ve had. This may cause deer to be- last week in Pike County Circuit Court. Anglers also should make sure all ornaments, The holiday hunt is structured identically to gin moving more during the late season and go- Cody Wayne Duggan, 23, was charged Dec. lights and tinsel are removed from the tree be- the regular modern gun hunts with the excep- ing back to food plots and feeders. You never 19 with possession of methamphetamine and fore sinking. Not only do they carry the same tion that no dogs are allowed anywhere in the know unless you’re out there hunting.” drug paraphernalia in one case, and fleeing sort of environmental problem, they eventually state. All deer taken during the hunt count to- Please visit www.agfc.com/en/hunting/big- and two counts of first-degree battery in the separate from the tree and become trash that ward a hunter’s seasonal bag limit for the zone game/deer for more information on deer hunt- other case. can entangle fishing lures, motors and wildlife. where they are hunting. Some wildlife manage- ing in Arkansas. The drug charges stem from an incident in “We sink our brushpiles with standard cin- November, 2019 when a special agent with the der blocks tied to the tree with either parachute 9th West Judicial Drug Task Force was prepar- cord or heavy baling wire,” Wyatt said. “These ing to make a controlled purchase of metham- materials last for an extremely long time and phetamine through a confidential informant keep the tree anchored to one spot.” CCC-UA announces fall semester honor students in the Glenwood area. When the agent went Wyatt says Christmas trees are relatively to search the informant’s vehicle prior to the short-term habitat because they don’t have DE QUEEN -- The University of Arkansas Newhope: Natalie Henegar Cossatot Office of the Registar has released the transaction, a passenger identified as -Dug much thick woody material, but they can be The UA Cossatot Fall 2019 Vice Chancellor’s fall Chancellor’s List and Vice Chancellor’s List gan, went to the rear passenger side door and gathered in clusters easily and sunk in large List includes the following local students: recognizing honor students. then walked away from the vehicle. The agent groups. Amity: Destany Bright, Hannah Davis, Eu- 95 students are named on the Chancellor’s checked the area and found a glass smoking “You want to have a bunch of main stems femia Estrada, and Cullen Smith List maintaining a minimum of a 4.0 semes- pipe that contained suspected drug residue. in one spot if you can do it,” Wyatt said. “That Glenwood: Sarrah Millette, Kaydra Fox, Ka- ter GPA while taking a minimum of 12 college The other charges against Duggan involve way the fish attractor will draw fish even after mryn Reid credit hours. 99 students are named on the Vice in an incident Dec. 8 when Duggan was driv- all the smaller branches are gone. Good anglers Kirby: Saydee Johnson and Elica Vasquez Chancellor’s List maintaining a minimum of a ing a vehicle that the Glenwood Police Depart- usually use these Christmas trees to freshen up Murfreesboro: Lakyn Roberts ment was attempting to make contact with productive attractor sites every year to keep the 3.5 semester GPA while taking a minimum of 12 after it was observed by an abandoned build- fish coming back. All those main trunks will college credit hours. ing. Duggan reportedly fled the area at a high continue to serve as cover for many years while The UA Cossatot Fall 2019 Chancellor’s List rate of speed and lost control of the vehicle on new brush gives plenty of smaller spaces for includes the following local students: North Clay Street. The vehicle left the road- baitfish to hide.” Amity: John Hanney, Camryn Wegener, way and struck a tree, critically injuring two Trees can be dropped off at any of the follow- Karlie Hernandez, Ethan Mitchell, and Dalton of the vehicle’s three passengers. ing Southwest Arkansas locations until the end Cox Arrest warrants for both cases were issued of January: Delight: Laura Eoff and Riley House Dec. 19. • Millwood Lake – Cottonshed, White Cliffs Glenwood: Tessa Ewing 2 Wednesday, December 25, 2019 Murfreesboro Diamond

Submitted Photos DRAWING WINNERS AT CADDO ANTIQUES ... Caddo Antiques congratulates Joyous Mounts (below) for winning their giveaway of a diamond necklace during the December 7 Christmas Open House. Diane Carroll (above) was the winner of a diamond earrings drawing at “Girls Night Out” held on December 17.

Your One-Stop For Advertising Murfreesboro Diamond Glenwood Herald • Nashville News Leader Call (870) 845-0600 To Place Your Ad Today! Murfreesboro Diamond Staff Photos MAYOR THANKS ALL FOR HOLIDAY EVENTS ... In a statement issued to the citizens of Murfreesboro, Mayor Rodney Fagan said “we Your Hometown Newspaper since 1975 are blessed to live in a community as unique and compassionate as Murfreesboro.” He said that the residents who were unable to attend the Home Town Christmas event put on by the Murfreesboro Chamber of Commerce “missed a wonderful time” that included friends, live music (pictured above), Breakfast with Santa, the Christmas parade, visits with Santa, as well as food and discounts by local businesses the lighting of the 25’ Christmas Tree on the square. He added that the Chamber of Commerce, Murfreesboro High School Marching Band, Kids Located in the County Seat of Pike County • Murfreesboro, Arkansas Unlimited, live musicians Josh Roberts, Ethan Pickett, Luke Cowart and Jack Bonds, and those who took the time to decorate fl oats, cars, Home of the Crater of Diamonds State Park et cetera to be in the parade are all “commended for organizing and creating the best Home Town Christmas program ever. It is rewarding to be the Mayor of Murfreesboro and see what can be accomplished when we all work together,” Fagan concluded. Little Missouri River • Lake Greeson

• John Robert Schirmer, Publisher • P.J. Tracy IV, Editor • Christy Coccarelli, Offi ce Manager/Photographer Kirby sweeps three over visiting Murfreesboro squads BY MIKE WALLACE end of the fi rst period. Da’Million Henderson 10, Ketrick Den- Glenwood Herald Kirby led Murfreesboro 38-11 after one nis 12, and Jay Stuard 7 would lead MHS. Published by Nashville Leader Inc., period, 60-19 at the half, 78-28 into the fi - Christian Miller 20 and Cameron Gaith- 119 North Main KIRBY -- The Murfreesboro junior Rat- nal stanza before ending 87-42. er 15 would lead the Trojans in scoring. Nashville, AR 71852 tlers tried to make a game of it on Mon- Periodical Class postage paid at Murfreesboro, AR day, December 16, against the host junior The Murfreesboro Diamond (USPC 103-230) is published every Wednesday. Trojans, and did so through three periods. Subscription Rates: $30 per year in area: Pike, Howard, Kirby led 8-7 after one period and 24-17 at the intermission. Hempstead, Clark, Nevada & Montgomery counties; Neither squad scored much in the third $45 per year elsewhere. stanza as Kirby mustered just four points $20 for 6-months in area; $25 for 6-months elsewhere. to three for Murfreesboro, making the College Subscriptions- $20 for 9-months. score 28-20 into the fi nal quarter. Mailing Address: P.O. Box 550, Murfreesboro, AR 71958 Both teams found the hoop better in the Telephone: 870-285-2723 Fax: 870-285-3820 fi nal period as Kirby scored 12 points to 11 for Murfreesboro, capping the 40-31 fi nal Business Hours: Monday, Tuesday & Thursday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. in favor of the junior Trojans. Wednesday 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. SENIOR GIRLS Friday 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Kirby had 10 players score points in the second game of the night to fi ve for Mur- Please Send Change of Address Information to: freesboro. The Lady Trojans out scored the Mur- Murfreesboro Diamond freesboro 17-7 in the fi rst period, and it P.O. Box 550 was 40-14 by the half. Murfreesboro, AR 71958 Murfreesboro was held to two free throws in the third period while Kirby Any erroneous statement published in the newspaper added 18 to their side, to set the score at will be gladly and promptly corrected if called 58-16 into the fi nal period. to the attention of the management. The game ended with a 68-21 score. Rhealee Campbell would score 8 and Emma Corbitt 6 to lead the Lady Rattlers. Adi Harmon’s 15 and McKenzie Jones’

DEADLINE FRIDAY 16 would pave the way for Kirby. Staff Photos SENIOR BOYS TROJANS ROLL BY RATTLERS ... Dallin Markham looks to move the ball on a break while AT 3:00 P.M. This game was effectively over by the being watched by Murfreesboro’s Da’Million Henderson. Murfreesboro Diamond Wednesday, December 25, 2019 3 Commemorating the 75th anniversary of WWII battle Senator John Boozman of Arkansas led a in American history. He detailed the bit- their lives on foreign soil. Following bipartisan Senate delegation to Belgium and ter cold and dire conditions. With lack of World War II, the Belgian people raised Obituaries Luxembourg to commemorate the 75th anni- sleep and dwindling supplies, he and his money to build a memorial to show their versary of the Battle of the Bulge. The delega- fellow troops endured this extreme test of appreciation for the selfl ess sacrifi ce of tion participated in events surrounding this will and resolve. American troops. The Mardasson Memo- milestone including meeting with U.S. vet- On December 16, 1944, American sol- rial was dedicated in 1950. The walls of Clifford Eugene Cheney, 68 erans who fought at the Battle of the Bulge. diers were unexpectedly attacked by the star-shaped structure commemorate In this column, Senator Boozman refl ects on Germans forces. The six-week battle the battle, paying tribute to the units that Oak Hill Masonic Lodge #393. the valor of American soldiers whose efforts demonstrated the commitment, cour- fought there and representing the states He enjoyed hunting and loved defeated the German attack and led to the end age and resilience of American soldiers. where those wounded or whose lives being with his grandchildren. of the Nazi regime. British Prime Minister Winston Churchill were lost hailed from. He is survived by his wife,

called it “the greatest American battle of This memorial is in need of repairs. Ann Cheney of Dierks; three BY JOHN BOOZMAN the war.” It would be the German’s last That’s why I support legislation that children and their spouses, So- U.S. Senator (R-Arkansas) major offensive in Western Europe in would let experts at the American Battle nya and Stan Sanders of Ben- WASHINGTON D.C. -- There was lit- World War II, and it came at a consid- Monuments Commission oversee its res- ton, Darrell Eugene Cheney tle to celebrate at Christmas in 1944 for erable cost. More than 89,000 American toration. Maintaining this memorial is of Dierks and Dianne and American soldiers pinned down by the soldiers were casualties including 19,000 critical to ensuring it continues to stand Marc Rosson of Gillham; sev- German Army in the Ardennes Forest soldiers killed, 47,500 wounded and as a monument to the sacrifi ces made by en grandchildren, Emily and in Belgium and Luxembourg. Instead of 23,000 captured or missing in action. Americans at the Battle of the Bulge. Brianna Sanders, Khloe Lynn a warm meal and time with family, they I recently led a delegation of senators We can be proud of the unwavering Cheney and Marcus, Lexy, were facing record-low temperatures and to events commemorating the 75th anni- bravery of the American troops and the Max and Molly Rosson; and a shortage of food. The men on the front- versary of the Battle of the Bulge. I was Allied Forces whose efforts defeated the Clifford Eugene Cheney, his sister, Brenda Thompson of lines dug into the snow to defend against honored to visit with American veterans German attack and led to the end of the age 68, of Dierks, passed away Horatio. the enemy at the Battle of the Bulge and who fought in the battle and were return- Nazi regime. I was honored to support on Monday, December 16, Graveside services were ended up dealing a critical blow to the ing to the land they’d defended. There the Senate-passed resolution recognizing 2019. held at 2:00 PM, Sunday, De- Nazi regime. are fewer and fewer who are able to join, the 75th anniversary of this battle and He was born on December cember 22, 2019, in the Betty 100-year-old World War II veteran Bill but that doesn’t diminish what they did honoring the heroism of the troops who 25, 1950 in Little Rock, the son Myrie Nivens Cemetery near Strauss of Salem, Arkansas is one of the there or the steadfast way they fought helped secure this victory. As we refl ect of Hershel Eugene Cheney Blevins with Bro. Gary Welch brave men from the Greatest Generation and sacrifi ced in the name of freedom. on this occasion, let us preserve the leg- and Ella Mae Watts Cheney. offi ciating. Masonic rites will who won’t forget that Christmas. Earlier The people of Belgium and Luxem- acy of brave individuals like Bill Strauss On July 7, 1972, he was mar- be conducted by the Oak Hill this year, Strauss shared with me his ex- bourg have a close place in their hearts and countless others whose courage and ried to Barbara Ann Nivens. Masonic Lodge 3393. periences in one of the deadliest battles for American soldiers who sacrifi ced sacrifi ce secured peace in Europe. He was a United States Arrangements are under Army veteran of Vietnam and the direction of Davis-Smith retired from Weyerhaeuser. Funeral Home, Glenwood. He was a member of the Fel- Guest registry is at www. lowship Baptist Church and davis-smith.com. Review of ‘successful’ year by Arkansas lawmakers STATE CAPITOL WEEK IN REVIEW fi ve years. When the new provisions are ate $59 million a year for state highway Senator Larry Teague in full effect, the savings to Arkansas projects and $12.6 million each a year for

businesses will grow by an additional $70 both cities and counties. Increases from LITTLE ROCK – The Arkansas legisla- Curtis Turner, Sr., 89, Murfreesboro million a year. one year to the next will be limited to 0.1 ture had a very productive year in 2019. Act 910 of 2019 restructured state gov- percent per gallon. bership now at the Glenwood During the regular session lawmakers ernment, reducing the number of cabi- Also, $35 million from new casino Masonic Lodge #662. balanced the budget of state government net-level agencies from 42 to 15. Savings taxes will be transferred to state high- He is survived by his wife, while cutting taxes and reducing the resulting from more effi cient operations way projects. The act increases annual Mary Turner of Murfrees- number of state agencies. of state government are estimated to be registration fees on electric vehicles to boro; four children and their Act 182 of 2019 is an income tax reduc- $15 million. $200 and hybrid vehicles to $100. This spouses, Curtis, Jr. and Kay tion that will save Arkansas taxpayers The state collected more than $7.1 bil- will generate $1.9 million a year for state Turner, Gary Turner, Steve $97 million a year when fully in effect. lion last year in sales taxes, income taxes highway projects. and Cindy Turner, all of Mur- About 579,000 taxpayers, those with net and special taxes on tobacco, alcohol and The other component of the highway freesboro, and Kathy and taxable incomes greater than $38,200, will gambling. program is Issue One, which the legis- Randy Lingo of Birmingham, see a reduction in their income taxes. The total available for services was lature referred to the November general Alabama; nine grandchildren; The act also simplifi es the tax tables about $5.6 billion after the state made re- election ballot. twenty-one great-grandchil- used for calculating your personal in- funds and bond payments, and set aside If Arkansas voters approve Issue One, dren; his brother, Glen Turner come taxes. $360 million for the Educational Excel- it would make permanent the half-cent of Stamps; and his sister, Cleta Act 808 of 2019 increases the home- lence and Educational Adequacy funds. sales tax for highway projects that voters Cooper of Murfreesboro. stead property tax credit by $25, from Curtis Turner, Sr., age 89, of The legislature approved a highway approved in 2012. It raised the state sales Services were held at 2:00 $350 to $375. It will benefi t more than Murfreesboro, passed away on program in two parts. Act 416 of 2019 lev- tax from 6 to 6.5 percent and originally p.m., Friday, December 20, 716,000 property owners by $12.5 million Monday, December 16, 2019. ies a new wholesale sales tax on gasoline was promoted as a temporary, 10-year 2019, in the Trinity Missionary a year. He was born on January and diesel, which will result in an addi- tax. It took effect in 2013 and is scheduled Baptist Church in Murfrees- Act 822 of 2019 lowers tax rates for 17, 1930 in Telephone, Texas, tional 3 cents a gallon on gas and 6 cents to expire in 2023. boro with Bro. Jerry Hill, Dr. businesses over the next few years. By the son of Thomas Terrell on diesel. The new state rate for gasoline The half-cent will generate $293.7 mil- Johnny Baker and Bro. Curtis 2023 it will save them $40 million a year. Turner and Macy Carnell Mer- will be 24.5 cents a gallon, and for diesel lion a year. Cities and counties will each Abernathy offi ciating. The act also extends a company’s abil- ritt Turner. On May 27, 1950, it will be 28.5 cents. receive $43 million, and the state Trans- Interment was in Mur- ity to carry forward net operating losses. he was married to Mary Arm- When fully in effect, in Fiscal Year 2021, portation Department will get the re- freesboro Cemetery under the The longer carry forward period will strong. He was preceded in this new wholesale sales tax will gener- maining $205 million each year. direction of Davis-Smith Fu- gradually extend to 10 years. Now it is death by his parents; his broth- er, Bobby Gene Turner; and an neral Home, Glenwood. infant sister. Pallbearers were Clyde Curtis was active in Pike Keys, Doug Shukers, Al Ter- County politics having served rell, Marty Withers, Rusty Sil- the county as Treasurer and vey, and Jim O’Neal. County Judge. He served a Honorary pallbearers in- Christmas Joy a gift for all to have total of twenty-six years in cluded Mark Brock, John W. those county offi ces. He had Collins, Thomas and Zetta PASTOR STEVE ELLISON it possible for us to be restored to right relationship with God, also worked at one time as a Crocker, Diane Keys, Cindy

and thus the ability to have joy. King David, after repenting of butcher for Roland’s Grocery Smith, Joan Withers, Faye Car- We have many opportunities for despair. Civil society is multiple heinous sins, wrote: “Restore to me the joy of Your and the Lil Man’s City Market. gile and Joe Ledbetter. hardly civil. Partisanship is at an all-time high. Cultural decline salvation” (Psalm 51:12, NASU). Curtis was a former member Memorials may be made is rapid. So during this Christmas season as circumstances and pres- of the Murfreesboro School to Trinity Missionary Baptist We read regularly of terrorist attacks abroad. We know that sures pile up on you, rather than succumb to despair why not Board and Murfreesboro Lions Church, 119 Hwy 27, Mur- even though they are only occasionally successful, these same respond with grace under pressure? Club. He was Deacon Emeri- freesboro, Arkansas 71958. terrorists are feverishly working to do on American soil what Many around you are struggling to bear up under some very tus of First Baptist Church of Guest registry is at www. they are doing elsewhere. heavy weight. Your gracious behavior will be a fragrant aroma Murfreesboro and a Mason of davis-smith.com. Prices outpace wages. Many have forgotten their responsibil- of life to many who desperately need it. (2 Cor. 2:14-16) But you 50 plus years with his mem- ity to the poor. Many others have forgotten their responsibility may have the ability to do much, much more. to care for themselves. Our traditions tell us to give gifts during this holiday season. Many, if not most of us, deal with a friend or relative who is If you know Christ as your Savior, you are in possession of the                      addicted to alcohol, prescription drugs, illegal drugs, pornog- greatest gift of all, the gospel. Many around you are in desper- raphy, gambling, etc. ate need of the good news that Jesus stands ready to forgive, View local obituaries from the local area Racial distrust keeps many of us from being able to see is- reconcile, and restore. Because of the pressures of the Christmas sues rationally and thus solutions are not found. Large numbers by visiting swarkansasnews.com season and because of the pressures already mentioned, many in our society have diffi culty functioning because of a struggle people are more ready to listen to a gospel presentation. The with depression. pressures they feel just may help them to see that they cannot Crushing debt is crippling every level of government as well SMALL ADS DO WORK ... face life alone, thus leading them to see that they will not be able as families. The pressures of materialism surrounding Christ- to face death alone either. They need a Savior who will bring mas and the pressures brought on by family gatherings and you just read one! real joy now and eternity in heaven to boot. work-place holiday parties create much misery for those al- Call Christy at the Diamond to Please do not horde this most precious of all gifts. Share the ready in crisis because of the problems described above. love of the Savior they desperately need. place yours! 870-285-2723 But … there is good news, no, rather great news! Joy, which is infi nitely better than comfort and happiness, is freely and readily available. The circumstances described above are not the problem. They are symptoms of the real problem. Where To Find The real problem is separation from God. A Copy of the Mankind is created in the image of God and created for fellowship with God. Certainly, the image is marred and cor- Diamond: rupted almost beyond recognition. Our sin has made the image of God in us virtually impossible to see. The aforementioned People’s Pharmacy symptoms are indisputable evidence. NEWSWORTHY Certainly the intended fellowship has been broken. In the Cash Saver most loving act imaginable, God has made a way for us to be restored to the relationship for which we were created. God the ITEMS? C-Stop • EZ Mart Father sent God the Son to earth to live among fallen creatures, to become one of them. God the Son willingly left His throne Call us: Tobacco & More in heaven to be vilely mistreated by those He came to help. (870) 285-2723 Diamond offi ce On the cross, Father and Son experienced exactly that which is mankind’s problem: separation and broken fellowship. The sinless, innocent Christ’s payment on the cross for our sin made

21Town Courthouse SquareSquare • Murfreesboro Gallery • 870-295-2029 We would like to thank all of the artists and visitors during our recent Christmas Open House. A special thank you to the very talented artists for the donated items for our raffle. Congratulations to Tonya Harrison of Arkadelphia for winning the diamond ring. Again, thank you for help making the day a great success! 4 Wednesday, December 25, 2019 Murfreesboro Diamond 2019 AWARD RECIPIENTS CLOVERBUD AWARD RECIPIENTS ages 5-8 years old • Carsyn Ballard, Recordbook in Animal Science-Poultry, live- stock exhibitor • Jaydyn Chambers, educational booth, arts and crafts exhibits in the County Fair, livestock exhibitor • Hunter Heaston, livestock exhibitor • Isabella Heaston, livestock exhibitor • Guy Cooper Kroll, educational booth, arts and crafts exhibits in the county fair, livestock exhibitor • Dally Minton, educational booth, arts and crafts exhibits in the county fair, livestock exhibitor • Trace Minton, livestock exhibitor • Joshua Myrkle, educational booth in the Pike County Fair, top brittle salesperson • Thomas Applegate, recordbook in Enhancing Health and Wellbeing-Food and nutrition 4-H JUNIOR DIVISION ages 9-15 years old • Aiden Abbott, livestock exhibitor • Holden Allmon, livestock exhibitor • Cayden Ballard, Beginner Recordbook in Animal Science- Poultry, livestock exhibitor 2019 PIKE COUNTY • Tayton Barnett, placed 4th at the District BBQ Chicken and Turkey Contest, participating at the District O’Rama in BB Safety, educational booth, Arts and Crafts Exhibits at County Fair, livestock exhibitor AWARDS BANQUET • Alex Bonner, Beginner Animal Science-Beef record book, edu- cational booth, Arts and Crafts Exhibits at the County Fair, livestock exhibitor • Peyton Chambers, from Caddo River Gems 4-H Club, is receiv- ing certifi cates for her Educational booth, for her Arts and Crafts Exhibits at County Fair, and for being a livestock exhibitor • Gracie Davis, Beginner Recordbook in Extending Resources- Fabrics and Fashion, Dairy Foods Contest, placed 2nd in the Fashion Review Purchased Casual at District O’Rama • Thomas Davis, Beginner Recordbook in Protecting the Environ- ment- Environmental Stewardship, placed 3rd at the District BBQ Chicken and Turkey Contest, 4-H Day at the Capital Participant, participating at District O’Rama in Wildlife Skills • Ava Deaton, arts and crafts exhibits at the county fair • Drew Diggs, livestock exhibitor • Garrett Driver, educational booth, livestock exhibitor • Tyler Ellis, livestock exhibitor • Jackson Fatheree, arts and crafts exhibits at the county fair • Lauren Fortner, participant in 4-H Day at the Capital • Kelyn Gilmer, livestock exhibitor • Asher Glasspool, livestock exhibitor • Jacey Heaston, livestock exhibitor • Rhett Hellums, livestock exhibitor • Cale Humphry, livestock exhibitor • Caleb Humphry, livestock exhibitor • Adyson James, livestock exhibitor • Michael Newsome, livestock exhibitor Staff Photos • Evelyn Nolen, placed 3rd at District O’Rama in Safety, educa- 2019 4-H AWARDS BANQUET tional booth, arts and crafts exhibits at the County Fair ... (far above) Caden and Carsyn • Brayden Oakley, livestock exhibitor Ballard lead pledges and recited • Carson Oakley, livestock exhibitor the 4-H Creed; (above L to R) • Jackson Pannell, placing 3rd at District in Bicycle, educational Morgan Bonner, banquet host- booth, Arts and Crafts Exhibits at the County Fair, livestock exhibitor ess; Thomas Davis, benediction; • Kassidy Pannell, educational booth, arts and crafts exhibits in Alex Vaughn, blesses meal. Not the County Fair, livestock exhibitor pictured is the inaugural Friend • Lucas Rucker, livestock exhibitor of 4-H Award was presented to • Addison Scott, livestock exhibitor Murfreesboro Diamond Editor • Tyler Simmons, livestock exhibitor P.J. Tracy. • Shawn Stangler, 4-H Scavenger Hunt participant • Timothy Stangler, placed 9th in the District BBQ Chicken and Turkey Contest • Gracen White, livestock exhibitor Department of • Mason Wilkins, livestock exhibitor • Autumn Whitten, Beginner Recordbook in Enhancing Health Transportation and Wellbeing- Food and Nutrition • Zechariah Applegate, Beginner Recordbook in Utilizing Science warns of delays CLOVERBUD AWARD WINNERS and Technology- Technology and Engineering in holiday season 4-H SENIOR DIVISION ages 16-18 years old LITTLE ROCK -- The Arkan- • Morgan Bonner, Intermediate Recordbook in Utilizing Science sas Department of Transporta- and Technology-Vet Science, educational booth, livestock exhibitor tion (ARDOT) reminds drivers • Kyleigh Chambers, arts and crafts exhibits at the County Fair, to “know before you go” and livestock exhibitor visit IDriveArkansas.com before • Natalie Driver, educational booth and her arts and crafts ex- traveling during the holiday hibits in the County Fair season. • Malaya Graham, placed 1st at District O’Rama and 1st at State Extensive highway improve- O’Rama in Purchased Casual Fashion Review ments continue through the • Kara Hambercamp, educational booth state. With those improvements • Andy Jackson, 4-H Day at the Capital participant, participant come work zones. To aid in your at State O’Rama in Archery holiday travel, ARDOT has been • Bell Kesterson, 4-H Day at the Capital participant, placed 2nd working hard to open as many at District O’Rama and 2nd at State O’Rama in Human Develop- lanes as possible. Still, travelers ment, educational booth, arts and crafts exhibits in the county fair will likely face work zones and • Wilson Kesterson, 4-H Day at the Capital participant possible delays due to increased • Justin Pannell, 3rd at the District O’Rama, participant at the traffi c volume. JUNIOR AWARD WINNERS State O’Rama in Vocal Performance, educational booth, arts and Overall travel volume for crafts exhibits in the County Fair, livestock exhibitor the holiday is expected to rise • Megan Rowton, 4-H T-Shirt Design Winner 3.9% over last year, according • Lauren Rudolf educational booth at the county fair to the American Automobile • Alex Vaughn, 4-H Day at the Capital participant, Dairy Foods Association (AAA). The AAA Contest, County Ross Photography Contest in Color Living, Color predicts that more than 104.8 Non-Living, Black and White Living, and Black and White Non- million Americans will travel by Living, placed 5th at District O’Rama in Instrument Performance, automobile between Saturday, 4-H Scavenger Hunt participant, education booth December 21 and Wednesday, January 1. PIKE COUNTY 4-H VOLUNTEER LEADERS To help motorists fi nd ways • Delightful Helping Hands- Julie Pate around accidents and work • Kirby- Amanda Minton, Robin Gray zone backups on Interstates, • Caddo River Gems- Linda Vaughn, Scott Vaughn, Krystal Pan- ARDOT has an Alternate Routes nell, Betty Epperson, Renita Jackson, Jeri Beth Davis feature on IDriveArkansas.com. • Diamond City- Megan Bonner, Robert Bonner, Leslie Alden It displays linkages between the Interstate corridors and second- “Our volunteer leaders are the backbone of our 4-H programs, ary routes that motorists may providing opportunities for our 4-H youth to expand their life skills consider when travel is delayed. SENIOR AWARD WINNERS While you may not receive fi nancial compensation, you will be You can also follow us on Twit- paid ten-fold knowing you have helped a young person discover ter @myARDOT. their hidden talents and skills You being a volunteer brings more resources to our table than we could ever imagine, we thank you tonight for all the hours, all the meetings, and all the snacks it takes Diamond Letter to make the dream work because without you, it would not be pos- to Editor Policy sible” said 4-H program assistant Christina Myrkle CANDY FUNDRAISER WINNER All letters to the editor must Diamond City 4-H Club be signed, along with a STATE O’RAMA PARTICIPANTS FROM THIS PAST JULY phone number (that will not • Andy Jackson competed in the new State Level Archery Com- petition be published) provided for • Bell Kesterson, competed in the Human Development Compe- confi rmation purposes. tition at District and placed 2nd She advanced to State and placed The Murfreesboro Diamond 2nd there as well • Justin Pannell, from the Caddo River Gems, competed in the reserves the right to edit vocal competition at State O’Rama after advancing from District letters for length and clarity. where he placed 3rd • Malaya Graham, competed in the Purchased Fashion Review Letters must not be libelous Competition after advancing from district level She placed fi rst at or contain any profanities. PIKE COUNTY VOLUNTEER LEADERS State O’Rama and will be advancing to National Roundup in Denver, Colorado to represent Arkansas. Murfreesboro Diamond Wednesday, December 25, 2019 5 LETTERS 2019 EXTENSION HOMEMAKERS COUNCIL TO SANTA AWARDS MURFREESBORO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DECEMBER 11 MRS. PERRIN’S CLASS Dear Santa, UAEX PIKE COUNTY I’m a big boy and I need some new clothes. I would also like a race track, coloring sheets, building blocks, football and an Ipad. Thanks Santa, Will Dingler BUILDING MURFREESBORO Dear Santa, Can I get a Freddy Robot, helicopter with a remote control, some transformers and a monster truck Thank you, Armando Gonzales EHC gives Dear Santa, I would like a white truck, a race car, a dump truck, a TV and a awards, grand theft auto game. Thank You, swaps gifts Camryn Humphrey Dear Santa, I would like a motor boat, a helicopter, and a nerf gun. at holiday Thank you, Ethan Homan gathering Dear Santa, I just want a barbie doll, some nail polish, and a phone. MURFREESBORO -- After Thank you so much, conducting their normal busi- Allie Jones ness meeting for December, Dear Santa, the Pike County Extension Can I get a laptop, a magic wand so I can turn myself into an elf?I Homemakers Clubs held their would also like a race car with a remote control and a ball pit. annual Christmas Council Thank you Santa, meeting recently. Emmett Whisenhunt The group announced their Dear Santa, 2020 offi cers, the club mem- I want a toy lazer X gun, parts to make a gingerbread man, grinch bers of the year, the county toy that dance and sing. member of the year and the Thank You, club of the year. Quinn Reese Included at the meeting Dear Santa, was door prizes, a presenta- I would like a nerf gun, some clothes, a paw patrol boat with all the tion on vaping and its many pups and a football. dangers, and members got to Thanks, play a Christmas version of Chris Dingler Clue and exchange gifts. Dear Santa, The following members I have been a good girl all year. I would like a barbie with a boat and clubs were recognized: and an Ipad for my house. • Allie Watson -- Pisgah Thanks, Club Member of the Year Kylee Fultz • Elouise Sanders -- Dia- Dear Santa, mondettes Club Member of I would like a Thomas the Train set. the Year Thanks, • JoAnn McGibbiney -- Christian Holcomb Glenwood Club Member of Dear Santa, the Year I would like to have a PS4, a pet pig, and an elf all for me. • Betty Woodley -- East De- Thank You, light Club Member of the Year E’lye Ross • Avonne Petty -- Pike Dear Santa, County EHC Member of the I have been ok this year, can I get a Fortnite game, a Xbox Gold, and year a German Shepherd puppy. • Pisgah Club -- Pike Coun- Thank You, ty Club of the Year Kyler Spears The 2020 EHC County Dear Santa, Council Offi cers include I would like a big race car. President Jeanette Deaton, Thank You, Vice President Betty Epper- Landon Walters son, Secretary Barbara Denny, Dear Santa, Treasurer Reda Ledbetter and Can I have a pair of Nike Air Force Ones, a Gucci Shirt and an Reporter Avonne Petty. Iphone. For anyone interested in Thank you, joining one of the largest adult ZaMariah Hughes volunteer organizations in the Dear Santa, nation, with several options I would like a nerf gun, a Mario 2 game for my Wii, and a race car. across the county, please call Thanks, (870) 285-2161. Thomas Applegate Dear Santa, I would like an phone, a phone case for my phone, and a phone charger. Thank You, Kohen Byers Dear Santa, I would like an Elsa ice house, a horse for myself, and a doll house. Thank you, Alexis Fenton May this

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MRS. KENNEDY’S ies and milk for you on Christ- FIRST GRADE CLASS mas Eve. From, Sylvie Lane Dear Santa, I have been really good this Dear Santa, LETTERS year. I want a hover board, a My name is Racie Scott. I REAL pet dog that’s small and I am six years old. This year I want an Ipod. Santa, when will have been nice. These are three you be at my house? things I am wishing for: I want Your Friend, Mason Stone an Ipod, an Elf on the Shelf and a Fuji camera with fi lm and a case. Dear Santa, I will set out cookies and milk for I have been good all year. I you on Christmas Eve. want a REAL cat, books to read, From, Racie Scott and a coloring book with uni- corns. Mrs. Clause do you do a Dear Santa, lot of the work for Santa? My name is Blake Cotton. I Love, Amaya Zacarias am eight years old. This year I have been nice. These are three Dear Santa, things I am wishing for: a PS4 I have been so good this year. with Mortal Kombat 11, Mortal Would you please bring me my Combat toys, and a dirt bike. I own REAL 4-wheeler, a log truck will set out cookies and milk for and any toy. Santa, do you come you on Christmas Eve. to my roof-top every year? From, Blake Cotton Your pal, Hayden Tidwell Dear Santa, Dear Santa, TO SANTA My name is Tyler Beaty. I am I have been good this year. shark with toy fi sh, a fi sh tank Love, Eden Woodall video game called Arms and Lu- donut pillow with sequins. I seven years old. This year I have I want you to bring me an I- and a real gold fi sh, and a yellow igi’s Mansion 3. also want a pillow that says my been nice. These are three things Dear Santa, phone, an Ipad, and a computer. fortnite blaster nerf gun. I will Sincerely, Jacob Chaney name. Thank you! Have I been I am wishing: I want an elf, a My name is Eva, and I am 7 Santa would you also bring me set out cookies and milk for you good? police video game where you years old. This year I have been Dear Santa, an Elf On A Shelf to watch me? on Christmas Eve. Love, Ashly McRae can get out of the car and Halo. I good. I want a LOL doll and a What I want for Christmas is a Love, Clint Pickrell From, Tristen Martainez will set out cookies and milk for LOL kit. I want 5 kittens. I love tablet and a brand new phone. Is Dear Santa, Dear Santa, you on Christmas Eve. MRS. KUYKENDALL’S you so much that my eyes are Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer I hope you are having a great I have been awesome this From, Tyler Beaty FIRST GRADE CLASS melting! real? Merry Christmas! Christmas. I want a game for year! I want an ipad, a computer, Love, Eva Leon Love, Brisa Trejo Battlefi eld 3 and 4 for an Xbox Dear Santa, Dear Santa, and a REAL Pug dog that I can one. And can my elf Graden stay My name is Grayson Wilcher. My name is Kage, and I am Dear Santa, Dear Santa, name Tellie. Santa, I don’t want please? Thank you. I am seven years old. This year 7 years old. I have been a little My name is Hudson, and I I would like a gold bar, a thou- to ask you anything, I just want Love, Braden Deal I have been nice. These are three good this year and a little bad…a am 7 years old. I have been bad sand dollars, a dirt bike, and a to tell you “I Love You!” things I am wishing for: a tfox little of both. I want a black and this year, but I want an iPod and real car, an iPhone 11 pro, and Dear Santa, Your Friend, Kaydee Kuyk- scooter, a PS5, and an Xbox 360 red Hoverboard for Christmas that’s it. How can my Santa come that’s it. I want an xbox one game and endall with Army of Two game. I will this year. If I can’t get a hover- alive that I got from the store? Love, Slade Horn two walkie talkies and a ham- board, I want an Xbox One so I Love, Hudson Wood ster. Oh can we have our elves Dear Santa, set out cookies and milk for you Dear Santa, can play Fortnite. on Christmas eve? Can my mom I have been so good this year. I on Christmas Eve. Dear Santa, I want an RC car, a bike, a Love, Kage Burns have the same elf at my mom’s want a new bike, a hover board, From, Grayson Wilcher My W.R., and I am 7 years scooter, and a 4-Wheeler. How and a new Ipad. Mrs. Clause, do again please? For Christmas I Dear Santa, Dear Santa, old. I have been good and bad is Mrs. Claus and the reindeer? you have to feed the reindeer for want a happy family please. My name is Blaze Quiroz. I My name is Hunter, and I am this year. For Christmas I want a I also want a teddy bear and ro- Santa? Thank you. am seven years old. This year I 7 years old. I have been good super, super bouncy ball, an RC bot. Your friend, Natalie Jackson Love, Ryan Scott have been nice. These are three this year. I want these things for jet, and an RC car. Am I getting a Love, Gunner Cooley Christmas: a phone, Mine Craft present or not? Can I have your Dear Santa, Dear Santa, things I am wishing for: a tab- Dear Santa, game, a toy Mine Craft Steve, phone number and a phone for What I want for Christmas is I have been really good this let, a basketball and football, and For Christmas this year I and gloves. Christmas? a Nintendo Switch. I also want year! I want a Corvette to ride in, Spiderman vs. Venom Lego toy would like a phone, baby boy Love, Hunter Markcum Love, W.R. an Ipad. a new bike, and a lot of makeup. set. I will set out cookies and doll, a two seat doll stroller, a Love, Dawson McKinnon Mrs. Clause, please make sure milk for you on Christmas Eve. Dear Santa, remote control drone, and a gin- MRS. MCDONALD’S that I have presents. From, Blaze Quiroz My name is Jeremiah, and I gerbread man tent, and a horse, Dear Santa, Your friend, Josie Collins SECOND GRADE CLASS Dear Santa, am 8 years old. I want a Mario and a rabbit. What do the rein- I want a phone, 100 LOL dolls, Dear Santa, My name is Amy Jones. I am action fi gure, a Kirby toy, a Yo- Dear Santa, deer like to eat? games, an easy bake oven, and I have been really good this Seven years old. This year I have shi action fi gure, and a Bowser This year for Christmas I Love, Ava Humphry a new horse. And on Christmas action fi gure. I really love your would like a Pikachu, an iPhone, Eve can I hug my elves? And year. I want a Long Sonic Book, been nice. These are three things Dear Santa, holiday. I hope you have a great and a unicorn that walks. can Miss Clause bring me some a Big Nate Book, and a Dog Man I am wishing for: books about I would like a 4-Wheeler, a time at home. Sincerely, Rayne Gosney cookies please? And a tv. Thank Book. Santa, how do your Elves horses, a bunny, and a good phone, and a hover board. What Love, Jeremiah LaDuke you. Oh, and bath bombs. know how to make toys? Christmas. I will set out cookies Dear Santa, is the reindeers’ favorite food? Love, Leighia Cooper Friends, Davy and milk for you on Christmas Dear Santa, For Christmas this year I Love, Alyx Clark Eve. My name is Ava, and I am 7 would like a dirt bike, some foot- Dear Santa, Dear Santa, Dear Santa, From, Amy Jones years old. I have been amazing ball cleats, and that’s all. I want a drone, I want an xbox, I have been good this year. I This year I would like to have this year! I want a giant LOL doll Love, Colt McBay I want Wii games. want an Ipad, an I-phone, a sonic Dear Santa, a phone, dirt bike, tv, watch, nerf kit, a toy elephant, paper dolls, Thank you Santa. game. Santa, I just want to thank My name is Lizbeth Rodri- Dear Santa, gun, bow and arrow, cop car, and my baby dolls don’t have Love, Lane Bierden you for everything that you do. guez. I am seven years old. This This year I would like an a fi retruck for my brother, RC any shoes so I need some. How Your pal, Derrick Burns year I have been nice. These are iPhone 11 pro, football cleats, car, and other Christmas things. Dear Santa, many presents do you deliver three things I am wishing for: a pads for football, a case for the How are the reindeer doing? I I want a bike and a Barbie air- Dear Santa, in one night? Are the elves silly doll, a tablet, and a necklace. I iPhone, and a 4-Wheeler. I also also really want a Carhartt jacket. plane and a 100 dollar gift card. I’ve been kinda good this year. or are they just concentrating all will set out cookies and milk for want a blue-tooth hover board. I Love, Luke Agudio And can you touch you elf at I want a phone, 3-D headsets, the time? Is it true that Rudolph you on Christmas Eve. want to meet the reindeer and go Christmas eve? And my brother and $200.00. Santa, how do you is on your sleigh? Do you eat too Dear Santa, From, Lizbeth Rodriguez for a ride in Santa’s sleigh. wants a truck. fi t down the chimneys? much cookies or do you just eat This year for Christmas I want From, Zane Tollett Love, Kyndahl Posey Your pal, Bash Brewer Dear Santa, one a night? That is all of my a My Life bathroom set, a phone My name is Jailynn Munoz. I Dear Santa, questions. Dear Santa, for me, a My Life bed and doll, Dear Santa, am seven years old. This year I I have been good this year. Love, Ava Henderson This year, I would like for a 4-Wheeler, My Life school sup- I want a 100 dollar gift card. have been nice. These are three Christmas, to adopt a little broth- plies and backpack, and a new And also a new game for my nin- I want a dirt bike, a brand new Dear Santa, things I am wishing for: a back er, a big Barbie dream house, a puppy. What is the reindeers’ tendo switch lite. And surprises! scooter, and a hot wheel set. San- My name is Caine, and I am pack, a pretty dress, and pink new Galaxy phone, and a com- favorite food? Merry Christmas! And a new dog. ta, how do your reindeer fl y? 6 years old. I have been good tennis shoes. I will set out cook- puter. Love, Leah Eoff Love, Ben Your friend, Aiden this year. For Christmas, I want ies and milk for you on Christ- Love, Myree Hughes Dear Santa, mas Eve. a phone, a video camera, a ma- Dear Santa, Dear Santa, I have been pretty good this From, Jailynn Munoz chete, a boogie board, and a Dear Santa, This year for Christmas I Marry Christmas Santa. I want year. I want a Barbie doll house, barn with horses, chickens and I would like a skateboard, a lit- would like an iPhone, LOL doll, minecraft toys and halo toys and Dear Santa, a Barbie collection but what I re- cows. I need a gate to keep the tle thing of gold, and a few pep- make up bag with make up, a a drone. My name is Brennen Horn. I ally want is for my family to be animals from getting out, and permints, and hot cocoa powder. mug, and a hover board. Love, Amos am seven years old. This year I I want a taser to tase any of the Love, Weston McKinnon Love, Sophie Quiroz together. Mr. Elf, what is your Dear Santa, have been nice. These are three wolves that try to eat the sheep. favorite Basketball Team? Mine Dear Santa, Dear Santa, I would like the Urbosa Statue things I am wishing for: a lap- I also want a trampoline. I love is the RATTLERS!! I want a Samsung Galaxy I would like a buildable robot a pink Bunny suit and a laptop top, an Elf on the Shelf, and an you, Santa. I always knew you Your friend, phone with a silver case and a and buildable marble run. I have and some headphones. Iphone 11. I will set out cookies were real. How do you eat all of Serenity Henderson pop socket with a unicorn on it, something for Mrs. Claus. I hope Love, June and milk for you on Christmas the cookies in one night? Do you a hover board, a skateboard, a she’s feeling good and I hope she Dear Santa, Eve. get a stomach ache? How do you Dear Santa, pet pug, a pet kitten, kibble, cat doesn’t have a stomachache or I have been good this year. I From, Brennen Horn get to every kids’ house in one It is almost Christmas so for and dog beds, cat and dog carri- a cold. I also want to make sure want a Minnie mouse playset, an night? In my stocking, I would Christmas I want 1ps and can Dear Santa, ers, unicorn bed set, bath bomb the elves are feeling well. I also i-phone, and I want some books!! like some candy and a Nerd you give my mom some new My name is Phinehas Doyle. maker, bath set, a butler, a maid, hope you are feeling good and Mrs. Clause, have YOU been gummy string. shoes and my little sis a cute little I am seven years old. This year my own room, a Taylor Swift can make it around the world for good this year? Love, Caine High toy and i want a hoverboard and I have been nice. These are poster, waterslide, hot tub, a real all the children to get presents. Your friend, Alyssa Horn a dollhouse and I want a new three things I am wishing for: Dear Santa, unicorn, a lava lamp, and 30 gal- I hope the reindeer don’t have ipad too and a LOL surprise with MRS. SYNCO’S an Xbox, a robot, and bay blade My name is Wyatt, and I am 7 lons of slime! the sniffl es and Rudolph. Please it. I want a Christmas doll house. FIRST GRADE CLASS toys. I will set out cookies and years old. I don’t know if I have Christmas Joy! watch over my cousins Ava and milk for you on Christmas Eve. Love, Aun’Draya Dear Santa, been naughty or nice this year. I From, Emma Cox Aiden. From, Phinehas Doyle want some knives and survival Love, Wesley Zellers Dear Santa, My name is Sylvie Lane. I am Dear Santa, stuff for Christmas this year. I want an elf on Christmas eve six years old. This year I have Dear Santa, This year for Christmas I MRS. TERRELL’S Love, Wyatt Sweat please. I’ve never had one before. been nice. These are three things My name is Tristen Martinez. I would like a mansion, a Lam- SECOND GRADE CLASS I want a PS4. I want an Xbox one. I am wishing for: a dog house am seven years old. This year I Dear Santa, borghini, an indoor swimming Dear Santa, I want everyone to have a Happy and a dog, a box of Barbie dolls, have been nice. These are three My name is Marly, and I am pool, a Bugatti, ten blue-tick This is what I want for christ- New Year. and a school. I will set out cook- things I am wishing for: a toy 6 years old. I have been a good hounds, an iPhone, electric mas. I want a captain underpants Love, Leo Hale girl this year because I have been scooter, and a basketball hoop book and a football and a game giving my brother candy and with a basketball. Dear Santa, for my xbox one and some head- have been nice to him all day. For Sincerely, Mason Davis I want a soft blanket and a phones and a remote control car. Christmas, I want a LOL doll, a phone. Can you send an elf to Merry Christmas Dear Santa, And a notebook. big LOL, an Elsa doll from Fro- my house. Can you get me a For Christmas I would like a Love, Calvert Campbell zen II, and a Anna doll. I want horse and a my life doll. toy light saber and a motor- bike. And how cold is the north Santa to bring me all colors of Love, Kailani Cox Sincerely, Ethan Hill pole? Sharpies. I want a princess and Dear Santa, a LOL notebook so I can color in Dear Santa, Dear Santa, Have I been good or bad this them. This year for Christmas I I would like a remote control year? This year I would like Love, Marly Lowery would like an iPod, a pocket helicopter. I would like a toy gun Blinger jewels, Aquabeads and a -sized newborn kitten, an iPhone that makes noise. I would like a Dear Santa, cotton candy maker. I would also 6, and 5 million dollars. I want PS4. I already have games for it. I My name is Eden, and I am 6 like my own bath bomb maker. I to talk to the reindeer and Mrs. also would like a new car for my years old. I have been good this love my elf he is the best! If you Claus. Have a Merry Christmas!! mom. year. I want Santa to bring me wanted too can you change your Love, Lainey Beene Thanks, love you a bunkbed, a Barbie cruise ship, elf’s name? Can you hug your elf Axel Stephens Murfreesboro Hardware a Kinder Egg in my stocking. Dear Santa, on Christmas eve? I love you, Santa! Please don’t This year for Christmas I Dear Santa, Love, Paisley Caldwell 216 S. Washington • 870-285-3491 bring me coal. would like an instant camera, a I hope you can bring me a XOXOXO Murfreesboro Diamond Wednesday, December 25, 2019 7 MURFREESBORO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL MRS. MAAG’S KINDERGARTEN CLASS Dear Santa Claus, My name Cayden. I am 5 years old. Editors note: To consolidate space, all I live in Murfreesboro. This year, I have LETTERS the children in the class thanked Santa and been really good. I would really like it if wished him a merry Christmas. you could bring me a blaster, a Minecraft Dear Santa Claus, stuffy and a Lucky Duck game. My name is Easton. I am 6 years old. Love, Cayden I live in Murfreesboro. This year, I have Dear Santa Claus, been really good. I would really like it if My name is Cade. I am 6 years old. you could bring me a toy rocket launch- I live in Delight. This year, I have been er, a remote-control police helicopter really good. I would really like it if you with armour and a remote-control mon- could bring me an Xbox one, dojo battle ster truck with an engine scoop like fast and rc car. and furious. Love, Cade Love, Easton Dear Santa Claus, Dear Santa Claus, My name is Khloee. I am 6 years old. My name is Izzy. I am 5 years old. I I live in Murfreesboro. This year, I have live in Murfreesboro. This year, I have been really good. I would really like it if been really good. I would really like it you could bring me a phone, littlest pet if you could bring me an Elsa baby doll, shop and Lion King characters. Elsa play makeup and Jo-Jo stuff. Love, Khloee Love, Izzy TO SANTA Dear Santa Claus, Dear Santa Claus, My name is Armando. I am 6 years My name is Ally. I am 7 years old. I you could bring me a phone, LOL stuff, Dear Santa Claus, could bring me a scooter, a swimming old. I live in Murfreesboro. This year, live in Pike City. This year, I have been and a kitten. My name is Damion. I am 6 years old. pool and a doll house with some dolls. I have been really good. I would like really good. I would really like it if you Love, Hope I live in Delight. This year I have been Love, Cassidy it if you could bring me Five Nights of really good. I would like it if you could could bring me a new LOL, a hatchimal Dear Santa Claus, Dear Santa Claus, Freddy, some dinosaurs and some new bring me a bumblebee toy, a guitar and and an OMG doll. My name is Miya. I am 5 years old. I My name is Tristen. I am 5 years old. transformers. a car. Love, Ally live in Murfreesboro. This year I have I live in Murfreesboro. This year I have Love, Armando Love, Damion Dear Santa Claus, been really good. I would really like it been really good. I would like it if you MRS. CINDY’S My name is Jr. I am 5 years old. I live if you could bring me a Princess Ariel Dear Santa Claus, could bring me a Power Bull Dozer, a KINDERGARTEN CLASS: in Murfreesboro. This year, I have been lunchbox, an American doll and an ar- My name is Austin. I am 6 years old. Big New Holland Tractor and a Paw Pa- really good. I would like it if you could Editors note: To consolidate space, all ticulating doll. I live in Murfreesboro. This year I have trol Look out Tower. bring me a remote-control racing car, the children in the class thanked Santa and Love, Miya been really good. I would really like it Love, Tristen if you could bring me a train and track, remote control helicopter, and a remote- wished him a merry Christmas. Dear Santa Claus, Dear Santa Claus, a race car track and earbuds with MP3 control monster truck. My name is Brooklynn. I am 6 years My name is Kora. I am 6 years old. I Dear Santa Claus, player. Love, Jr. old. I live in Murfreesboro. This year I live in Murfreesboro. This year I have My name is Leigha. I am 5 years old. Love, Austin Dear Santa Claus, I live in Billstown. This year I have been have been really good. I would really been really good. I would really like it if My name is Brenlie. I am 5 years old. really good. I would really like it if you like it if you could bring me a Paw Pa- Dear Santa Claus, you could bring me a unicorn, a Barbie I live in Murfreesboro. This year, I have could bring me a Baby Alive, some cute trol coloring book, a Barbie house with My name is Braylin. I am 6 years old. doll and a bounce house. been really good. I would like it if you clothes and shoes and a big girl Barbie cars and Barbies and a new watch like I live in Delight. This year I have been Love, Kora Pawpaw gave me. really good. I would really like it if you could bring me 3 hatchimals, a dog, and bike. Dear Santa Claus, Love, Brooklynn could bring me some Paw Patrol toys, Barbie styling head. Love, Leigha My name is Justine. I am 5 years old. minecraft pajamas and an xbox one. Love, Brenlie Dear Santa Claus, I live in Murfreesboro. This year I have Dear Santa Claus, Love, Braylin Dear Santa Claus, My name is Ares. I am 5 years old. I My name is Camie. I am 5 years old. been really good. I would really like it My name is Gracie. I am 5 years old. live in Murfreesboro.This year I have I live in Murfreesboro. This year I have Dear Santa Claus, if you could bring me Woody from Toy I live in Murfreesboro. This year, I have been really good. I would really like it if been really good. I would really like it if My name is Charlotte. I am 5 years Story, Jessie from Toy Story and a Barbie been really good. I would really like it you could bring me a Hermit Crab, the you could bring me some Barbie dolls, old. I live in Murfreesboro. This year fairy. if you could bring me white shirts with Jurassic World Snap Squad and a Buzz a Barbie Dream house and some cute I have been really good. I would really Love, Justine clothes. like it if you could bring me Frozen 2 fabric markers, a camera and Mia and Lightyear band for Disney World. Dear Santa Claus, Love, Camie dolls, a teddy bear and lots of surprises. Me make up clothes. Love, Ares My name is Stella. I am 6 years old. Love, Gracie Love, Charlotte Dear Santa Claus, Dear Santa Claus, I live in Murfreesboro. This year I have Dear Santa Claus, My name is Jase. I am 6 years old. I My name is Alivia. I am 6 years old. Dear Santa Claus, been really good. I would really like it if My name is Braylee. I am 6 years old. live in Murfreesboro. This year I have I live in Murfreesboro. This year I have My name is Ellie. I am 6 years old. you could bring me some new ear rings, I live in Murfreesboro. This year, I have been really good. I would really like it if been really good. I would really like it if I live in Murfreesboro. This year I have a Santa doll and a vampirina doll. been really happy and good. I would re- you could bring me a Nintendo Switch, you could bring me a big walking doll, a been really good. I would really like it Love, Stella bike and a cooking set. if you could bring me a Barbie Dream ally like it if you could bring me a big some hot wheel cars and Speed Thomas. Dear Santa Claus, Love, Alivia house, a new kitten and something for LOL, a huge Polly pocket and a blender Love, Jase My name is Josiah. I am 5 years old. for my shakes. my sisters. Dear Santa Claus, Dear Santa Claus, I live in Okolona. This year I have been Love, Braylee Love, Ellie My name is Graham. I am 5 years old. My name is John. I am 6 years old. really good. I would really like it if you Dear Santa Claus, I live in Antoine. This year I have been I live in Delight. This year I have been Dear Santa Claus, could bring me a Buzz Light Year Potato My name is Connor. I am 5 years old. really good. I would really like it if you really good. I would really like it if you My name is Lily. I am 5 years old. I Head, some Legos and a big Teddy Bear. I live in Arkansas. This year, I have been could bring me a Mickey Mouse club- could bring me a wrestling ring, 8 WWE live in Murfreesboro. This year I have Love, Josiah super stars and a bicycle. been really good. I would really like it if really good. I would really like it if you house, a Peppa Pig house and a Buz- Dear Santa Claus, Love, John you could bring me a taco pillow, a rain- could bring me a hot wheel set, some hot zlight year. My name is Addy. I am 6 years old. bow necklace and a little rainbow purse. wheels cars and hot wheels racer. Love, Graham Dear Santa Claus, I live in Nathan. This year I have been Love, Connor Love, Lily Dear Santa Claus, My name is Sadie. I am 5 years old. really good. I would really like it if you Dear Santa Claus, My name is Tobias. I am 5 years old. I live in Murfreesboro. This year I have Dear Santa Claus, could bring me a kitten, a robot servant My name is J. I am 6 years old. I live I live in Arkansas. This year I have been really good. I would like it if you My name is Cassidy. I am 6 years old. and a turtle big enough to ride. in Pisgah. This year, I have been really been really good. I would really like it if could bring me a Buzz Lightyear, a Bar- I live in Bingen. This year I have been Love, Addy good. I would really like it if you could you could bring me a toyT-rex, a stuffy bie fairy and a new pet dragon. really good. I would really like it if you bring me a blue dirt bike that goes fast, Snowgreen (my made up Pokemon) and Love, Sadie a big red dump truck not a yellow one a really cute puppy stuffed animal. MRS. PAT’S like Kizers and a treehouse to put in a Love, Tobias KINDERGARTEN CLASS real tree but not a girl one. MERRY Dear Santa Claus, Editors note: To consolidate space, all Love, J My name is Gage. I am 6 years old. I the children in the class thanked Santa and Dear Santa Claus, live in Arkansas. This year I have been wished him a merry Christmas. CHRISTMAS My name is Tilden. I am 6 years old. really good. I would really like it if you I live between Murfreesboro and Nash- could bring me the Toy Union Pacifi c, a Dear Santa Claus, ville. This year, I have been really good. toy life guard helicopter and a nintendo. My name is Rylee. I am 6 years old. I From the Murfreesboro I would really like it if you could bring Love, Gage live in Billstown. This year I have been me a real basketball, a red mouthpiece really good. I would really like it if you Dear Santa Claus, Chamber of Commerce for football and black and white football could bring me a baby stroller, a smart My name is Jacey. I am 6 years old. I gloves. watch and surprise me! live in Murfreesboro. This year I have and all its members Love, Tilden Love, Rylee been really good. I would really like it if you could bring me Ariel tennis shoes, a Dear Santa Claus, Dear Santa Claus, barbie doll and some books. My name is Layla. I am 5 years old. My name is Sadie. I am 5 years old. The gift of love Love, Jacey I live in Murfreesboro. This year I have I live in Murfreesboro. This year, I have been really good. I would really like it been really good. I would really like it if Dear Santa Claus, if you could bring me a hatchimal, sloth The gift of peace you could bring me an Elsa tower, new My name is Parker. I am 6 years old. stuffed animals and a baby puppy. makeup and a pink and black camera. I live in Murfreesboro. This year I have Love, Layla The gift of happiness Love, Sadie been really good. I would really like it if you could bring me a big lol doll, a lol Dear Santa Claus, May all these be Dear Santa Claus, house and Barbie furniture. My name is Hunter. I am 5 years old. My name is Eli. I am 5 years old. I live Love, Parker I live in Murfreesboro. This year I have yours at Christmas! in Murfreesboro. This year, I have been been really good. I would really like it if really good. I would really like it if you Dear Santa Claus, you could bring me a fi re truck, a guitar could bring me a big remote-control car, My name is Adley. I am 6 years old. and boots. a tractor and some Legos. I live in Murfreesboro. This year I have Love, Hunter Sending holiday wishes Love, Eli been really good. I would like it if you could bring me a Cozy Dozy, a boy doll Dear Santa Claus, Dear Santa Claus, and a Scruff-a-luv. My name is Austin. I am 6 years old. to the surrounding My name Jaxon. I am 6 years old. I live Love, Adley I live in Murfreesboro. This year I have in Murfreesboro. This year, I have been been really good. I would really like it really good. I would really like it if you Dear Santa Claus, if you could bring me a train and track, communities and thankful could bring me a Mario Kart rc, a couch My name is Hope. I am 7 years old. a race car track and earbuds with MP3 for my room and Luigi’s mansion 3 for I live in Murfreesboro. This year I have player. for your support in 2019 switch. been really good. I would really like it if Love, Austin Love, Jaxon MERRY CHRISTMAS May God bless you with a festive, loving and peaceful celebration MURFREESBORO DIAMOND [email protected] • (870) 285-2723 8 Wednesday, December 25, 2019 Murfreesboro Diamond DELIGHT CADC HEADSTART Dear Santa, Hi Santa. I would a toy Monster Track that goes on it’s back wheels and has a loud motor. I would also like a toy crossbow to LETTERS go with it. I don’t know how to work a crossbow but my Mama does, so she is going to teach me. I hope she hasn’t forgotten how to use one. Thanks, Jake Lockwood Dear Santa, I hope you are doing good. I want a Hot Wheel Set with two loops and a toy computer. We have this really cool Chain Reaction Set at school that I love to play with and I would really like one for my house. Josh Buck Dear Santa, Hello. I really would like a basketball and the hoop to go with it. Can I also have a Remote Controlled Car – a big one. I would also really like an elephant so I can ride on him. Thanks, Niko Needham Dear Santa, I love you. I want a Monster Truck to play with. That is all I want, nothing else. Kapriland Horton TO SANTA Dear Santa, Hi, I really hope you bring me a present. I really want a toy di- nosaur. I also would like a toy lion that roars. I would like to dance DELIGHT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL with you Santa. I know some cool dances. Karston Marks MRS. KIDD’S KINDERGARTEN Dear Santa Claus, Dear Santa, My name is Kam Dixon. I am 7 years old. I want a makeup set. I also want a drum Editors note: To consolidate space, all the I live in Okolona. This year, I have been re- set. My sister wants a doll castle. I want Dear Santa, children in the class thanked Santa and wished ally good. I would really like it if you could a fl ag to spin like my cousin Kaylee. My I hope you bring everybody in my school a present. I want a red him a merry Christmas. and yellow present. I want one, two, three presents. That is all. bring me a drum set, a talking puppet, and mom wants a baby puppy. My dad wants a Mason Marks Dear Santa Claus, PS4 video games. crossbow. I want a headstall for my horses. My name is Abby Fenton. I am 6 years Love, Lexie Craig Dear Santa Claus, Dear Santa, old. I live in Delight, Arkansas. This year, I My name is Ora Marie Kidd. I am 7 years Dear Santa, I want a toy truck and a Mickey Mouse. have been really good. I would really like old. I live in Murfreesboro, Arkansas. This I want a giant marshmallow. I would Levi Hipp it if you could bring me a real puppy, a year, I have been really good. I would re- also like an iphone ll, airpods, and a Xbox baby doll, and a playhouse. Dear Santa, ally like it if you could bring me mystery and my nanny wants a Loweybuton purse, I would like to give you a hug. I want some Barbies, Slime and Dear Santa Claus, books and comic books, more Barbies for and my aunt wants a supply of suckers, a Barbie Car. I would also like a Barbie Bus. That is it. That is all I My name is Annabelle Lockwood. I am 6 my doll house, and the big pink princess and I want my family to be ok. want for Christmas. years old. I live in Delight, AR. This year, I carriage you ride in. Thank you Santa. Callie Smillie have been really good. I would really like it Love, Kaylee Dear Santa Claus, if you could bring me 101 Kittens, kittycorn Dear Santa, My name is Olivia Rose McDaniel. I am Dear Santa, stuffed animal, and to go to Build-A-Bear. I have been really, really good this year. I love you Santa. Thank 7 years old. I live in Pisgah. This year, I I would like a set of Legos and a girl you for Baby Jesus. I would like a Barbie Mermaid and I promise Dear Santa Claus, have been really good! I would really like puppy. I would also like baby dolls, 3 I won’t take off her tail. Please give kids that don’t have anything My name is Anniston. I am 5 years old. it if you could bring me a Nintendo Switch, American Girl dolls, a hover board, and a some toys. Love you Santa. See you on Christmas. I live in Delight. This year, I have been minutes for a fl ip phone, and a Hover- blinger with extra dots. Love, Thea really good. I would really like it if you board. Love, Abby Howard could bring me a go glam nail stamper and Dear Santa Claus, Dear Santa, Dear Santa, clothes for Lilly. I want for Christmas a Christmas Barbie. I love you. Thank you My name is Rylan Oliver. I am 7 years What I want for Christmas: I want a for Baby Jesus. I am ready for Christmas to come. Dear Santa Claus, old. I live in Delight, Arkansas. This year, Kitty Alive, lip stick, Baby Alive, make-up, Love, Liberty Parrish My name is Francis. I am 6 years old. I I have been really fantastic! I would really and a car. Merry Christmas! live in Antoine. This year, I have been re- like it if you could bring me a Hoverboard, Love, Hydie Huckabee Dear Santa, ally good. I would really like it if you could a new basketball, and earbuds. Dear Santa, Hi. I would like a T-Rex and a Power Ranger. I want a car that bring me a big slime box, a doll, and a bag Dear Santa Claus, I want a globe and a leather jacket. I will drive on the wall. I saw one on TV and it has a remote control. of candy. I would like a Power Ranger car to go with my Power Ranger. My name is Larsyn Tidwell. I am 6 years would also like a remote control airplane. That is all except for a dump truck. Dear Santa Claus, old. I live in Antoine, Arkansas. This year, Love, Jack Lamb My name is Mollie Bea Rowe. I am 6 I have been good. I would really like it if Luke Whitten Dear Santa, years old. I live in a trailer house. This year, you could bring me a Reborn baby (they I want some Nintendo Switch games. Dear Santa, I have been really good and sometimes bad. look REAL!), Schleich horse wash area, (Shooting. Driving) I also want an Iphone I am so excited for Christmas. I want six Barbie dolls with long I would really like it if you could bring me and a Smart TV for my room. ll. My dad said i need one because, “Karter hair. I have a Rapunzel doll. I like Elsa dolls and Anna dolls with a husky baby puppy thats real, a big teddy Dear Santa Claus, isn’t home a lot.” I want headphones with different dresses on. I would also like a gymnastic doll with a blue bear like my mama’s teddy bear, Hank. I’ll My name is Jazzlyn. I am 6 years old. I a mic, 10 game cards. Last but not least, a outfi t and black hair. If I could have a pink gymnastic girl I would name mine Hank Jr. and a toy Simba that’s live in Delight. This year, I have been really gaming computer that has the monitor and like that too. I was so happy to see you the other day. Thank you a baby. for the candy. good. I would really like it if you would a mic. Riley Dear Santa Claus, bring me a pink car, a horse, and a sleeping Love, Korbie My name is Montana Walters. I am 6 beauty dress. P.S. Where is Bernard? Dear Santa, years old. I live in McCaskill. This year, P.S. Also, I love you from Jazz. Dear Santa, I have been very nice. I would like to buy you a new rainbow I have been really good.I would really like Dear Santa Claus, I want a XBOX 1 with games. I also want hat. I would like a pink purse, a purple phone, a white bracelet. it if you could bring me a Barbie dream My name is Bransyn Staten. I am 6 ½ a hoverboard. Mollie wants dolls, uni- You are the best ever! camper, a girl Elf on the Shelf, and will you years old. I live in Arkansas. This year, I corns, and LOL dolls. Anna wants legos, I love you, Malaysia. please get me lots of good candy. have been really good. I would really like crafts, and a new IPAD. My momma and Dear Santa, Dear Santa Claus, it if you would bring me an IPhone, an in- daddy wants drinks and food. My name is Nykkan Shyne Staten. For Christmas I would like My name is Nathan Cole Sweeden. I am fl atable boat, my own big house. An actual Love, Zander 5 years old. I live in Delight, Arkansas. This house. a 4 wheeler and a truck that I can ride and drive. Please bring my Dear Santa, year, I have been really good. I would re- Mama a snowboard and house shoes. My brothers need new cups Dear Santa Claus, I want a XBOX 1 with games, a Nintendo ally like it if you could bring me a trans- and for my Cakes please bring tall round candles. Thank you and My name is Olivia Joan Jackson. I am 8 Switch, and a PS4. I also want a 4-wheeler, former that can turn into a cop, a phone, pet the deer for me. years old. I live in Prescott, AR. This year, I an Iphone 8, and a Patrick Mahomes foot- and a snowmobile. Nykkan have been really good! I would really like ball jersey of the Kansas City Chiefs. Dear Santa Claus, it if you could bring me A remote control Love, Jacob Shaw My name is Cheyenne. I am 6 years old. car, Elsa dream castle, and roller skates. Dear Santa, I live in Arkansas. This year, I have been Dear Santa Claus, I’ve been waiting all year for this day. really good. I would really like it if you From: Our Family My name is Isabella Rae Jackson. I am 8 Christmas is fun. It is not about the pres- could bring me a Jojo Siwa dog, a Barbie years old. I live in Prescott, AR. This year, I ents, it is about family and Jesus. I want To: Your Family doll house, a real live unicorn and a baby have been really good! I would really like a PS5 Pro, Fortnite shirts and please bring sparkly fl ying unicorn. it if you could bring me roller skates, Barbie a new knife so it is better for my dad. My Merry Christmas Dear Santa Claus, dream castle, and Elsa castle. mom wants new makeup. My name is Jaxon Edward Kemp. I am 6 Love, Blayze Stone Dear Santa Claus, years old. I live in Antoine, Arkansas. This My name is Colton N. I am 7 years old. Dear Santa, enderson Graphics & Printing year, I have been really good, cool, and H I live in Antoine. This year, I have been re- I want some legos like Nykkan has, and tough. I would really like it if you could ally good! I would like it if you could bring I want a Tablet, a Bear Alive and that’s all. 623 Webb St. •Delight • 870-379-2108 bring me a camoufl age crossbow so I can me a red combine set, a powered truck Bubba may want a Tablet too. Give mom- shoot deer, a cute giant dinosaur, and a bat with excavator, and a silo farm set. ma a queen bed, please. Give daddy a gun cave with a secret waterfall that opens. and bow, please. And I hope you have a Dear Santa Claus, Dear Santa Claus, jolly jolly Christmas! My name is Joli Henderson. I am 7 years My name is Diego. I am 5 years old. I Love, Brooklyn Sweeden old. I live in Delight, Arkansas. This year, I live in Antoine, Arkansas. This year, I have have been really good. I would really like Dear Santa, been really happy. I would really like it if it if you could bring me a kitty cat, an ar- I want a PS4 Pro with games, and a you could bring me a car and a toy heli- chaeopteryx toy, and a paleontologist kit. XBOX 1 with games. Please! I would also copter. like a Fornite gun, a Nintendo Switch with Dear Santa Claus, MRS. EDEN’S FIRST GRADE the Fortnite game. My name is Ellie May Hale. I am 6 years Love, Clayden Webb Editors note: To consolidate space, all the old. I live in Delight. This year, I have been Burlap & Blooms children in the class thanked Santa and wished really good. I would really like it if you Dear Santa, 412 Antoich (Main Street) • Delight him a merry Christmas. could bring me a princess carriage, dress I want a horse. I want a makeup set, a up princess outfi ts, and a rainbow hula blinger, Iphone, a dollhouse, and I also Dear Santa Claus, hoop. want a trampoline. My name is Kaedence Brewer. I am 7 Love, Abigail years old. I live in Delight. This year, I have MRS. WALTERS 2ND GRADE been really nice. I would really like it if you Dear Santa, Dear Santa, could bring me a Barbie dream house, Bar- I want three walkie-talkies with different M y I want a fl atball, train cars with faces, bie clothes, and shoes, and a new elf. designs. One of them will be black. I even and a puppy. I would also like an IPAD want Yahtzee. Dear Santa Claus, case, Dogman books, a globe, and an alarm Love, Hunter James Whittle My name is Kamar Dennis. I am 7 years clock. Christmas old. I live in Antoine. This year, I have been Love, Alak Campbell Dear Santa, very good. I would really like it if you I want a Nintendo Switch, a cat, and a Dear Santa, could bring me an NFL toy, an NBA toy, robot. I would like my classmates to have May the peace and blessings of I want a beagle, broadheads, new com- and some Call of Duty toys. a good Christmas. Angelene wants some pound bow, and a con bear. hot wheels, and Jessica wants some clothes. Christmas be y rs! Love, Asher Jordan Campbell Love, Jackson Williams McKnight’s Groc y 519 Antioch St. Delight 870-285-2771 abcdefghabcd Murfreesboro Diamond Wednesday, December 25, 2019 9 MURFREESBORO CADC HEADSTART Hayden Horn -- guitar, a fake horse, new shoes, slinky Paige Vaught -- baby doll, unicorn, a little Christmas tree, cookies and milk, a toy for Eva, rainbow blanket Zayden Horn -- guitar, a fake horse, new shoes, basketball, wood- LETTERS work stuff, kitchen set, books, lizard, cell phone Yondale Hawthorne -- tablet, red shoes, red basketball, christmas book, a picture for my room, red dinosaur balloon, a new car for my mom Jessie, a trampoline for Trunks Mallorie Dowdy -- Barbie house, Barbie doll Trent Blake -- Thomas movie, big fi re truck Amari Sanders -- cooking grill, books, boots, bean bag chair, deer, puzzles, new plush blanket, play sand, playdough, backpack, shoes for Ta’Veon and Malachi Glendon Rector -- robot, Buzz Lightyear, Woody, dinosaur, Porky, a cowboys costume with hat, dog, cat boy costume Anthony Trejo -- watch, P.J. mask, blanket, pillow, books Kayleigh Cross -- makeup, I phone II, Ipad, Barbie doll, Chloe wants Iphone, LOL doll, sleigh, notebook Izabella Dixon -- colorful lipstick, perfume, clipboard with mar- kets. pen two real kittens, stuffed animals, a new car for mommy, animal puzzles, Barbie dreamhouse Alice Oliver -- baby doll that talks, talking santa, boots, bike Tobias Oliver -- monster truck, hot wheels, bike, dinosaurs Andy Childers -- blocks, dinosaurs, creature toys, Paw Patrol Toys, TO SANTA cars, rain boots Chaston Craig -- dump truck, football, big riding toys, Paw Patrol toys, Lego blocks Caleigh Dees -- boots, jacket, baby doll FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH PRESCHOOL Triston Terwiliger -- phone, tricycle MRS. ASHELY’S 2½ – 3 YEAR OLDS Dear Santa, Dear Santa, Colton Nolan -- bike, basketball, monster truck Dear Santa, My mom wants a toy elf that can turn his I want a paw patrol tower, and toy kitchen. Logan Nolan -- puzzles, bike, football, Lego blocks, boots I would like make up and baby dolls. head, move his eyes, and smell. I want a baby Love, Peyton Love, Scarlette Hoover snake, but not a real one just a toy one. Dear Santa, Dear Santa, Love, Keith Coleman I want a hover board, skateboard, and I would like cars, trucks, PJ Mask and a Dear Santa, scooter. kitchen. I want a dinosaur. I also want a new book. I Love, Ricardo Love, Emmitt Morris would also like a clip board like Mrs. Paige’s. Dear Santa, Dear Santa, What is your favorite kind of cookies? I want a tractor, and robot that I can fi x. cdef I would like some puppies, baby dolls and Love, Colton Coleman Love, Bentley B. more toys. Dear Santa, Dear Santa, Love, Eleanor Pierce I want a Barbie house. I have been good. I want a train choo choo with a lot of kids Dear Santa, Love, Makenna Hoover on it. I would like a choo choo train and some Dear Santa, Love, Braxton MURFREESBORO babies. I want a doll house. My big sister wants a Dear Santa, Love, Brylee Nuttall giant LOL Doll. I want a puppy. Dear Santa, Love, Dallas Collins Love, Ella ABC PRESCHOOL I would like a pretty dress and some toys. Dear Santa, Dear Santa, Love, Kinly Mcrae I want a Paw Patrol fi re truck, but don’t I want a bike. Brody Bennett -- For Christmas I was like an Iron Man Figure, a Dear Santa, worry my Granny will buy it for me. I also Love, James robot, and a candy cane. I would like some toys. want a T-rex and Hot Wheels. My mom Dear Santa, James Brewer -- For Christmas I want a robot dog and a robot cat. I Love, Gracie Hill would like some bird food. I want rodeo toys. would also like some toy insects to play with. I also would like some Dear Santa, Love, Rhett Jones Love, Jayce legos to build with. I would also like a remote control car. I would like a bull dozer. Dear Santa, Dear Santa, Harrison Coleman -- For Christmas I would like an Iron Spider, a Love, Brayden Venable I want a Captain America motorcycle. I I want a Barbie doll. Punisher, and a character that’s named Red Hulk. I would also like a Dear Santa, also want all the boys’ toys but no girl stuff Love, Presleigh StickBot, Venom, Deadpool, Wolverine, Cyclops, Thor with his Ham- I would like some presents. so all my nice friends can come play, but no Dear Santa, mer, and a Spiderman Game. Love, Mia Solorio mean sassy people. I want mighty pup toys. Destiny Combs -- For Christmas I would like toys. Dear Santa, Love, Jameson Motely Love, Mason Serenity Combs -- For Christmas I would like candy, a baby doll, I would like a toy. Dear Santa, Dear Santa, games, and Elsa. Love, Sebastian Doyle I would like a stuff animal puppy dog. I want mighty pup toys. Henley Kate Frachiseur -- I would like a Barbie Camper for Christ- Dear Santa, Love, Charleigh Woods Love, Urijah mas. My brother Gatlin would like a new wagon for Christmas. I I would like a Paw Patrol toy. Dear Santa, Dear Santa, would also like a dollhouse with a new baby crib because mine broke. Love, JH I want a horsey and a puppy. I also want a I want a power ranger, and ninja turtle Kynzlee Fultz -- For Christmas I would like a real fox necklace, Dear Santa, baby. My brother Cooper can have baby boy toys. to turn into a SuperHero, a real Ipad, and some glue sticks. Just one I want Christmas candy. toys. Love, Samuel more thing, I would like two girl backpacks and also two girl elves Love, Barrett Buck Love, Avery Stokes Dear Santa, for me and my sister. Dear Santa, I want two toy puppies Angel Gonzalez -- For Christmas I would like a present with a MS. TAMMY’S 4-5 YEAR OLDS I want a Barbie doll and Play-Doh. Love, Addison happy face. I would also like a scooter, a car, and a bus. I also would Dear Santa, Love, Amelia Mckinnon Dear Santa, like Super Monsters. I want a mighty pup tower and toy kitchen I want a yoyo. Hunter Horn -- I want Avenger Toys! That’s what I want! I want MRS. PAIGE’S 3-4 YEAR OLDS Love, Easton Love, Axel Thanos, Iron Spider, and a remote control punching Hulk! I also want Dear Santa, Dear Santa, Dear Santa, a Hulk Buster! I also would like another Hulk action fi gure. I want a teddy bear and a 4 wheeler. I am I want a dirt bike. I want Legos, and Minecraft books. Kaden Jones -- I want trucks, dinosaurs, and ball. going to leave you some snowman, doggies, Love, Hank Love, Luke Caiden Lamphier -- For Christmas I want a dinosaur toy. kitty cats and Christmas tree cookies out. Dear Santa, Dear Santa, Gemma Riley -- For Christmas I would like a Paw Patrol Skye, a Love, Cait Humphry I want a baby alive doll. I want a unicorn that has stars on it, and a Nutcracker, a Ballerina, and a robot. I would also like Fancy Nancy Dear Santa, Love, Emmalyn bag for her unicorn stuff, and a saddle. toy and another horse. I want a Robot for Christmas, I have been Dear Santa, Love, Adeline Jhudanny Rodriguez -- I want presents for Christmas. I would like really good. I love you Santa, I want Legos, a train, and Dear Santa, video games, trucks and cars, and legos for Christmas. Love, Max Stone a bike. I want a nerf gun, and a sucker. Nathan Rogers -- For Christmas I want a Turbo Man, monster jam Dear Santa, Love, Lucas Love, Gunner car, Batman, and a new remote control helicopter because my other I love you Santa. I would like a play station Dear Santa, Dear Santa, one got stuck in a tree. that is a train for Christmas. I want a princess house. I want a remote control tractor or dump Kyndal Schooley -- For Christmas I would like a baby doll, a dino- Love. Weston High Love, Holland truck, forklift, hay bailer, play doh, remote saur for Kaden, and a new hair bow and a new hair band. I would Dear Santa, control razor. also like new shoes and a bed for my baby doll. I want a carnage suit. Love, Bentley F. Ledger Scott -- I want a Batman toy, my mommy and daddy, a Love, Madden remote control truck, tools, and a racecar for Christmas. I would like a Rocky PawPatrol toy, Deadpool, Monstertruck, and a pumpkin. Grayson Stone -- For Christmas I want a candy cane, mommy and Sarah mommy, and big mama. I would also like the lookout Paw Patrol, a Marshall toy, Thomas the Train, Santa toy with a beard and YES, VIRGINA, THERE IS A SANTA CLAUS a robot toy. Eight-year-old Virginia O’Hanlon wrote a let- less world about him, as measured by the no Santa Claus. The most real things in the Ms. Amanda -- For Christmas I would just like for all of my pre- ter to the editor of New York’s Sun, and the quick intelligence capable of grasping the whole of world are those that neither children nor men school kids and their families to have a very safe and very Merry response was printed as an unsigned editorial truth and knowledge. can see. Did you ever see fairies dancing on Christmas and Happy New Years! Sept. 21, 1897. The work of veteran newsman Yes, VIRGINIA, there is a Santa Claus. the lawn? Of course not, but that’s no proof Francis Pharcellus Church has since become his- He exists as certainly as love and generos- that they are not there. Nobody can conceive tory’s most reprinted newspaper editorial. ity and devotion exist, and you know that or imagine all the wonders there are unseen they abound and give to your life its high- and unseeable in the world. DEAR EDITOR: I am 8 years old. : All of us at the est beauty and joy. Alas! how dreary would You may tear apart the baby’s rattle and Some of my little friends say there is no Fr be the world if there were no Santa Claus. It see what makes the noise inside, but there is a Santa Claus. Papa says, ‘If you see it in THE would be as dreary as if there were no VIRGI- veil covering the unseen world which not the SUN it’s so.’ Please tell me the truth; is there NIAS. There would be no childlike faith then, strongest man, nor even the united strength Pike County Courthouse a Santa Claus? no poetry, no romance to make tolerable this of all the strongest men that ever lived, could VIRGINIA O’HANLON. existence. We should have no enjoyment, ex- tear apart. Only faith, fancy, poetry, love, ro- 115 WEST NINETY-FIFTH STREET. cept in sense and sight. The eternal light with mance, can push aside that curtain and view We wish you a very VIRGINIA, your little friends are wrong. which childhood fi lls the world would be ex- and picture the supernal beauty and glory be- They have been affected by the skepticism tinguished. yond. Is it all real? Ah, VIRGINIA, in all this of a skeptical age. They do not believe ex- Not believe in Santa Claus! You might as world there is nothing else real and abiding. Merry Christmas! cept they see. They think that nothing can well not believe in fairies! You might get your No Santa Claus! Thank God! He lives, and be which is not comprehensible by their little papa to hire men to watch in all the chimneys he lives forever. A thousand years from now, minds. All minds, Virginia, whether they be on Christmas Eve to catch Santa Claus, but Virginia, nay, ten times ten thousand years men’s or children’s, are little. In this great even if they did not see Santa Claus coming from now, he will continue to make glad the Pike County Judge Dewight Mack, universe of ours man is a mere insect, an ant, down, what would that prove? Nobody sees heart of childhood. all elected offi cials & County employees in his intellect, as compared with the bound- Santa Claus, but that is no sign that there is Wishing you a very Merry Christmas!

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Murfreesboro CADC Lunch Menu Monday, December 30 Tuesday, December 31 Testimony Ham and beans, seasoned cabbage, corn- Beef Stew, Spanish cornbread, rosey pears, bread, margarine, pineapple upside down assorted cookie Christmas is the most joyful of seasons for performer didn’t show up. The local sponsor cake Lunch served at 11:30 a.m. with skim milk, Believers … when publicly we are closest to blamed her. I called her boss and explained she Crockpot: Chicken and rice broccoli cheese coffee, tea or water. Transportation available. God …birth of Christ. was a victim of his bait and switch. She got her soup It is also a time when we can open our hearts job back. Call for more information 870-285-2312. and remember the “second great command- Five years later the scammer sent an email ment” as mentioned in Matthew 22:39, ‘Love out in a blanket mailing to the ‘cowboy poetry thy neighbor as thyself.’ Sometimes that’s hard world’ accusing that I was no longer popular, to do. my shows were vulgar, profane, I was a drunk, Murfreesboro Elementary Christmas Program Years ago I received a call from a close friend. and that he himself was having to take my He was excited because I was coming to his jobs. We received a truckload of messages from town to put on a cowboy poetry performance. friends and fans cursing, angry, and condemn- Thursday, December 12 • MHS Activity Room I looked at my calendar and told him it was a ing the scammer. I should have been mad. mistake, I WAS NOT booked there on that date However…by that time in my life I had …i n fact, I was booked somewhere else! made a personal commitment to the good The next week he called back and said they Lord’s direction, specifi cally: FORGIVENESS were advertising my appearance. He sent me AND MERCY TO ALL WHO OFFEND. the newspaper promoting and selling tickets! I I instructed my offi ce not to say anything called the editor and explained that something in response to any calls, emails or gossip. I was wrong. He argued with me, saying his suppose the scammer took a lot of heat … he “booking agent” had confi rmed it just the day wrote another email which was ignored. When before. I said, “Somebody is scamming you. the smoke cleared, I wrote him a card forgiv- He plans to use me to draw a crowd, then tell ing him. That his hate was only hurting him- everyone I was a ‘no show’, but will then say self and I could forgive him because I know the fortunately he has another group ready to take truth, he knows the truth and God knows the my place!” truth. And that is all that matters. I admit I threatened to sue him. Then I This Christmas, parts of our fellow Ameri- CALLED the scammer and offered to perform cans are fl oating in a sea of political hate. It some surgical procedures on him that would personally harms the hater much more than the make his voice higher. hated. It is like drinking poison and expecting Couple years later I got a call from a lady the other person to die from it. Take the fi rst who lost her job because this same scammer step … Jesus forgave those who crucifi ed Him. advertised a popular performer and then the Philimone, chapter 1.

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