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BY HAROLD COGGINS 1942 and consisted of three com- [email protected] pounds for enlisted men, two com- pounds for offi cers, a hospital, gar- Camp Monticello, an Italian rison echelon and other facilities. prisoner-of-war camp during The camp was surrounded by World War II located along Ar- barbed-wire fences and guard kansas Highway 35 southeast of towers. After the British captured Monticello, has been included on much of the Italian high command the 2018 Most Endangered Places at Tobruk and elsewhere in North list by Preserve Arkansas, the only Africa, Italian POWs, the vast ma- statewide nonprofi t organization jority of them offi cers, began to ar- focused on preserving Arkansas’s rive at Camp Monticello in 1943, architectural and cultural resourc- spending their time working, play- es. ing sports, attending Mass, pre- The annual list, which began in paring Italian meals, learning and 1999, was announced last Friday creating art. by Preserve Arkansas Executive The camp was closed in 1945 Director Rachel Patton. To quali- at the conclusion of World War fy, the historic properties must be II, and prisoners were eventually threatened by deterioration, ne- returned to Italy. The camp prop- glect, insuffi cient resources, insen- erty was declared surplus and pur- sitive public policy or inappropri- chased by Arkansas A&M College, ate development. now the University of Arkansas at “Preserve Arkansas puts out a Monticello. Since the 1940s, the call for nominations for the Most college has used much of the for- Endangered Places list early each mer camp for teaching livestock spring, and anyone may nominate a and forest management. UAM still property for consideration,” Patton owns much of the property, with Ashley Foreman/Advance-Monticellonian explained. “Nominations are con- the Monticello Economic Devel- GETTING THINGS READY Drew County Clerk Lyna Gulledge (left) and poll worker Vickie Eggleston make sure the voting machines are work- sidered by a selection committee opment Commission owning the ing properly Monday at the Drew County Courthouse. Early voting offi cially began that day at 8 a.m. in Drew County. At the end of the day chaired by a member of Preserve remainder. Tuesday, according to Gulledge, 148 people had taken advantage of this service. The Primary Election is Tuesday, May 22 and early voting Arkansas’s board of directors and Both UAM Chancellor Kar- will continue through Monday, May 21. This year, Drew County registered voters have the option to cast their early ballot sat the courthouse or also consisting of an Arkansas his- la Hughes and MEDC Executive at the Ethel Hawkins Family Life Center of Holmes Chapel Presbyterian Church, 527 East McCloy Avenue. Times voters can cast ballots are torian, an architect, a representative Director Nita McDaniel said they from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday. The polls will close for early voting at 5 p.m. on May 21. of the Arkansas Historic Preserva- would have statements on Camp tion Program and an at-large mem- Monticello’s inclusion on the en- ber of Preserve Arkansas. dangered placed list after they have “They evaluate the nominations studied it further. Keep up with this based on the degree of a property’s developing story in future issues of PTF events are gearing up for next month signifi cance and the imminence of the Advance-Monticellonian. the threat to the property. The Most The involvement by UAM and 2, to be announced at the award ceremony. Also, Endangered list is not meant to be the MEDC led Preserve Arkansas Special to the Advance there will be food and drinks along with music at an indictment of property owners; to declare Camp Monticello as the fi nish line. Tthe course is very well marked rather, it is meant to raise aware- “one of the best preserved POW It’s about time for the 62nd annual Bradley and safe for all ages. ness of the importance of Arkan- camps in the U.S.” at Friday’s an- County Pink Tomato Festival. The festivities, as Entry forms may be picked up at Union Bank, sas’s historic places, to help fi nd nouncement. always, will be held on the second full weekend Bradley County Chamber of Commerce or you ways to preserve these places, and “Because the Camp Monticello in June—which this year is June 8-9. This year’s may sign up online at: www.runsignup.com/ to prioritize preservation needs in property has been used for UAM’s Friday entertainment headliner will be the Bel- Race/AR/Warren/PinkTomato5K. Arkansas.” forestry program,” Patton said, “it lamy Brothers, and Saturday’s headliner will be Twelve properties from around actually retains several site fea- Mark Chestnutt. • The 2018 Little Miss Pink Tomato competi- The Natural State were nominat- tures from the camp, and we would In preparation for the festival, several events tion will also be held on June 9. The popular Lit- ed this year and the 2018 list has like to see those preserved. Extant are already being planned for all residents of tle Miss Pink Tomato Pageant has been a part of a “wide variety of places,” Patton site features include asphalt roads, Southeast Arkansas. Among those are the steak the Pink Tomato Festival since 1959. said during the organization’s an- building and guard tower founda- cookoff, the 5K run/walk and the Little Pink To- Contestants must be 4 or 5 years of age on June nouncement in Little Rock. The tions, the ruins of a chapel built by mato pageant. 1 and reside in Ashley, Bradley, Cleveland, Cal- • The 2018 Bradley County Pink Tomato Fes- houn, Dallas, Drew, Lincoln or Union County. overall list totals 135 properties. POWs, an 80-foot brick chimney 5K Run/Walk, sponsored by Emrich & Scroggins Of that number, 21 have been de- from the hospital as well as the tival Steak Cookoff is scheduled for June 9 in The 2018 Little Miss Pink Tomato Pageant is downtown Warren. Entry fees for the cookoff are LLP will also be held on June 9. scheduled for 2:30 p.m. on June 9 at the Warren stroyed, 39 saved and 75 still en- boilers, water well pumps and a The 5K Walk and 5K Run will start on Cedar dangered in some way, according massive waste water tank. $150; entry fees for the appetizer are $25. Cultural Center on John Scobey Drive. Cooking team spaces will be 10 feet by 15 Street, west of First State Bank at 7:30 a.m., with Participants in the pageant will rehearse at the to Patton. “In addition, I believe that two of registration beginning at 6:15 a.m. in First State “The properties still listed as en- the old quartermaster’s warehouses feet. The PTF Cookoff is sanctioned by the Steak Cultural Center at 9 a.m. on June 8 and they will Cookoff Association. First place will be award- Bank parking lot. Registration fee is $25 per per- ride on the contestant fl oat in the Pink Tomato dangered—and that includes this are still standing, albeit covered in son through June 8 and $30 per person on the year’s list—may have made prog- newer metal siding, and in use on ed $1,500; second place $500; third place $400; Festival Parade at 10 a.m. on June 9. fourth place $300, fi fth place $200; and sixth day of the race. Each runner will receive a T-shirt Entry forms and instruction sheets are avail- ress since their initial listing, but the (Drew County) fairgrounds. A while supplies. we don’t record it as ‘saved’ unless plan for the interpretation of Camp through 10th places will receive $100. able at the Bradley County Chamber or they can Teams will set up from 8-10:00 a.m. and a Awards will be given for overall male and fe- be downloaded at www.pinktomatofestival.com/ a complete rehabilitation has been Monticello is needed to prevent male Walk winners and for overall male and fe- these resources from being de- cook’s meeting will be held at 10 a.m. Appetizers forms. completed, or until the resource has male Run winner. First- second- and third-place been put back into active use,” Pat- stroyed. will be turned in from 1-1:15 p.m., steaks will be For more information on any of the three medals will be given for winning Walkers and ton said Friday. “The site is important to World turned in from 3-3:30 p.m. and awards will be an- events, contact the Bradley County Pink Tomato Runners in the following age groups: 12 and un- Camp Monticello was one of War II history on the home front nounced at 5 p.m. Festival at 870-226-5225. For the 5K Run/Walk, four main camps and 30 branch and would dovetail nicely with To register for the competition, go to: www. der, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59 and 60 race chairman Randy Rawls can also be contact- camps in Arkansas that interned the Japanese-American Intern- steakcookoffs.com. A limited number of steak and over. All children 12 and under will receive a ed at 870-226-2035, and for the Little Miss Pink enemy prisoners during the war. dinners will be sold to the public. Tickets may be medal for fi nishing the race. Tomato Pageant, JeNelle Lipton at 870-226-5457 Construction on the camp began in purchased in advance. There will be a prize for a runner/walker drawn or Glenda Cross at 870-226-5758 are additional See LIST Page 6A • The Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival at Mile 1 and also one for a runner/walker at Mile contacts. FUNDING FUTURE EDUCATION County land auction nets $19,819

Special to the Advance es.” While redemption of property LITTLE ROCK—The recent is the preferred method of dis- auction of tax-delinquent prop- posing of tax-delinquent lands, erties in Drew County collected Thurston notes the important almost $20,000, the Commis- role of land sales in returning Local graduations inactive parcels to the tax rolls. sioner of State Lands John Thur- Friday ston announced. Registered bidders may pur- chase land at the auctions. Reg- Steelman Field House The action drew 21 bid- 10 a.m., 2 p.m. ders and sold seven of the 18 istration to bid at land sales is available parcels for a total of free. Upon sale of tax-delin- $19,819.27 for county and state quent property, the Commission- Friday, May 18 government. er issues a limited warranty deed Drew Central Gym The Land Commissioner’s of- to the highest bidder. 7 p.m. fice conducts one tax-delinquent Thurston’s office returns de- sale per county each year to dis- linquent tax and interest collect- Tuesday, May 22 pose of land which has been cer- ed, whether through redemption Hyatt Field tified with taxes past-due. or sale, to the county taxing unit 8 p.m. Photo courtesy of Crystal Campbell “We auction only a small per- just as if the money had been ACCEPTING GRANT Gov. Asa Hutchinson (front row, right) presents Monticello Occupational Education Center centage of parcels that are cer- originally collected there. Director Randy Lay (front row, right) and auto mechanics instructor Shawn Poindexter (front row, center) $13,750 tified to the office,” Thurston “Last year, we returned more in a grant from the Arkansas Motor Vehicle Commission to purchase new workstations and diagnostic systems for said. “In most cases, the original than $17 million to school dis- INDEX Opinion ...... 4A their automotive department with funding from the AMVC’s Education and Training Grant program. With the gover- owner redeems the delinquent Calendar ...... 2A Religion ...... 3B nor are AMVC commissioners (back row, from left to right) Joy Blankenship, Duane Neal, Jimmy Jones, Gary Dan property by paying the back tax- Classifi eds ...... 5C Sports ...... 1C Futrell, John Sahene and Mitch Ward. See AUCTION Page 6A Obituaries ...... 8A Weddings ...... 1B OUR 147TH YEAR $34.00 ADVANCE-MONTICELLONIAN NUMBER 19 • 24 PAGES Subscribe Today! QHZV‡VSRUWV‡FODVVLÀHGV SHU

Special to the Advance a larger heavy set Hispanic male with tattoos on his neck and On May 6, two Hispanic males down both arms. The other was attempted to steal a horse from a Hispanic male with sunglasses. Countryview Road off of Mid- Both suspects had very short hair. way Route in Drew County. Ac- They were driving an older mod- cording to Drew County Sheriff el single cab gray GMC pick-up Mark Gober, the suspects were truck with faded or peeling paint prepared with their own halter, with a tool box in the back of the and a lead rope. The property truck. owner confronted the suspects The suspects also tried to sell before they were able to put the an air compressor to the property halter on the horse. The owner owner. They were last seen head- told them to leave the property ed west on Countryview Road and did not contact law enforce- and had asked for directions to ment until the following day. Kingsland. “Being a horse owner myself, Any information concerning the fact that someone would just this vehicle or the suspects please walk up on someone’s property to notify the Drew County Sher- take anything, much less a horse, iff’s Office at 870-367-6211 or is disturbing,” Gober stated. any other local law enforcement One suspect was described as agency.

UAM Media Services Photo HONORING STUDENT FORESTERS The University of Arkansas at Monticello chapter of Xi Sigma Pi, the national forestry and natural resources honor HARTNESS HONORED FOR SERVICE society, recently inducted 15 new members. Pictured (from left to right) are Cody Martin of Lonoke; Cailyn Bolick of Jeff erson, Texas; Cole Sanders of Bee- be; Kameron Skiller of Hartsville, S.C.; Daniel Oden of Carlisle; John McDowell of Crosby, Miss.; Elizabeth Harshaw of Spring, Texas; Clayton Whitaker of Monticello; Austin Brakebill of Peoria, Ariz.; Amanda Medaries of Monroe, La.; Koven Minor of Crossett; and Reed Sorrells of Sparkman. Not pictured were Samantha Clowers of Hamburg, Tyler Raines of Warren and Caleb Wilson of Elwood, Neb.

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Special to the Advance dance events are being held locally in collaboration with the week. We hope May 6-13, 2018 is National Mu- you can attend them and enjoy them. Photo courtesy of Jaci Oxner sic Week and is sponsored by the This year’s theme is Music, the Uni- PLAQUE PRESENTATION Claudia Hartness was presented a plaque for National Federation of Music Clubs. versal Language. serving as 2017 Chairperson of the Board of Directors of Delta Counseling National Music Week has as its objec- In addition, the Monticello Music Associates, Inc. Presenting Hartness her award was Patrick W. Haynie, tive “to create an understanding and Club is sponsoring an art contest for CEO of Delta Counseling Associates, Inc. appreciation of the value of music in lower elementary students in the Drew the home, the community, the nation, Central and Monticello School Dis- and the world.” The NFMC recogniz- tricts and an essay contest for upper es the value of the music in the life elementary students in both districts. +XQWHU&RYH‡ of our nation and invites all “friends Recognition of National Music was 5HDOWRU 2ZQHG 3URSHUW\  This is a beautiful home of music” to participate in this great also made by several area churches with 3 bedrooms and week of celebration. Several music/ during their Sunday worship services. 2 bathrooms offering  VTXDUH IHHW RI heated and cooled living DUHD ,W LV FXUUHQWO\ XQGHU construction and should )ORRULQJ ‡&DUSHW‡+DUGZRRG EH FRPSOHWHG E\ -XQH  Special to the Advance 6RXWKHUQ ,WKDVDQRSHQÀRRU ‡/DPLQDWH plan with 12-ft vaulted ceilings in the living room, kitchen and dining areas. It has large bedrooms and the FAMILY TRADITION Pictured above (from left to right) Brandy Maloney, $UNDQVDV ‡&HUDPLFDQG master bathroom has a soaking tub, shower and a commode room. There is a large master walk-in closet Kaitlyn Maloney, Jerry White holding Chandler Maloney, and Tammy Cater. 3RUFHODLQ7LOH RIIWKHPDVWHUEHGURRP7KHÀRRULVZRRGWKURXJKRXWH[FHSWLQEDWKURRPVDQGODXQGU\URRPZKLFKZLOOEH Five generations of a Drew County family. [WLOHÀRRU7KHDSSOLDQFHVDUHDOOVWDLQOHVVVWHHODQGFRQVLVWRIDQHOHFWULFUDQJHPLFURZDYHYHQWKRRG ‡:DWHUSURRI/X[XU\ DQGGLVKZDVKHU$OO.HQPRUHDSSOLDQFHVIURP\RXUORFDO6HDUVVWRUH7KHNLWFKHQKDVFXVWRPEXLOWFDELQHWV with a 5-ft island with beautiful granite countertops. The bathroom vanities are custom built and have granite 9LQ\O3ODQN FRXQWHUWRSV$OOWKHSOXPELQJIDXFHWVDUHGHOWDRLOUXEEHGEURQ]H7KHOLJKWLQJ¿[WXUHVDUHRLOUXEEHGEURQ]HDV ‡´)DX[:RRG ZHOODQGFRQVLVWRIIDQVFKDQGHOLHUÀXVKPRXQWOLJKWVDQGYDQLW\OLJKWV7KHKRPHKDVDODUJHIURQWDQGUHDU SRUFKJUHDWIRUFRRNLQJDQGHQMR\LQJEHDXWLIXOGD\V/RFDWHGLQ'HHU&UHHN6XEGLYLVLRQLQDYHU\TXLHWDQG 1(,*+%25+22'%/2&. %OLQGVRII WUDQTXLOORFDWLRQ&RXQWU\VHWWLQJ¿YHPLQXWHVIURPWRZQJUHDWORFDWLRQWRUDLVHDIDPLO\ 870.247.3767 7211 Sheridan Rd 3$57<$1'025( PENNINGTON’S White Hall RAY RYBURN REAL ESTATE FREE ESTIMATES :*DLQHV6W‡0RQWLFHOOR$5 FRIDAY, MAY 25, 2018 FLOOR STORE PROFESSIONAL INSTALLATIONS 2IÀFH‡)D[‡&HOO BLOOD DRIVE 12PM-5PM, ZZZUD\U\EXUQUHDOHVWDWHFRP‡UD\U\EXUQ#\DKRRFRP BLOCK PARTY & BBQ 11AM-2PM Please come join us for a time of food, fun, and fellowship! There will be Bouncy Houses for the kids, popcorn, cotton candy, face painting, snow cones & music provided by Rev. Ricky Lattimore, Sr. pastor at Tabernacle %DSWLVW&KXUFK:HDUHDOVRKDYLQJD%HQH¿W We Appreciate You! BBQ for Cynthia Coleman, who has won the battle with breast cancer! A Taste of Heaven BBQ will be providing pulled pork plates for $10. This includes pulled pork sandwich, coleslaw, potato chips, baked beans & drink. LifeShare will also be at The Woods of Monticello! Please come by The Woods to buy your ticket for BBQ or give us a call! May is National Teacher Appreciation Month! A teacher takes TEAM CYNTHIA a Hand, opens a Mind and The Woods of Monticello touches a Heart Health and Rehabilitation Center 367-6852 | 1194 N. Chester St. | www.woodsofmonticello.com

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As I have had more or cause being celebrated or desiring Teachers give us so much—a boost of than my share of experiences seeing the beautiful Advance-Monticellonian’s editorial board. scenery God gave us on that particular round-trip trek donations to help worthwhile endeavors Other opinions on this page may not confi dence when we really need one, ex- recently, it caused me to start wondering why some of for almost every week of the year (not refl ect this view. tra help when we’re having trouble and us have to make this journey. to mention almost every day). Some are a welcoming presence when everything Why does it take the better part of two hours to fi nd to be able to remember but ask about medical specialists when we need them? Why does obviously more noble than others; we our favorite teachers in school, and we else seems out of control, among many it take the better part of two hours to fi nd facilities think this week’s highlight is among the other things. Though we know we can’t equipped to fully diagnose our ailments? Why does can not only remember their names but it take the better part of two hours just to go on a most noble of them all. their faces and what they meant—and ever thank them enough, we can take a planned weekend shopping trip? Why does it take As schools are fi nishing for the sum- still mean—to us. For those that are still moment sometime during this week to the better part of two hours to enjoy a good meal and mer, May 7-11 is Teacher Appreciation share our appreciation for the special entertainment? Why, every time it seems I have to teaching our young men and women make that better-part-of-two-hour Week—Tuesday was Teacher’s Day (and those who have retired from the educators in our lives. drive, do I see someone I know 2018 in the United States. We’ve all All of us have been affected positively that’s done the same? profession), we give you the praise you Please don’t get me wrong; the been shaped and molded by these very deserve. It should come natural for us to by teachers. It would be most appropri- things we have here are excel- important people in our lives. Many of do that all the time, but especially during ate for us to take time out of our busy lent—but wouldn’t we all like our fondest memories are of those who schedules to, like the national Parent to see them get better? I’ve been this week, we recognize your contribu- back in our fair city for more than helped us grow and taught us many of tions, sacrifi ces and desire to make us all Teacher Association (the sponsor behind fi ve years now, and lived here for the very skills we use today. this positive event in our world of nega- HAROLD one incredible year in the 1980s better human beings. Those of us who are getting older may tivity) wants us all to do before the week COGGINS (when I met, fell in love with and Most of the time, it’s unfortunate we married my best friend—we just EDITOR’S not recall some of the things we used runs out: #ThankATeacher. IDLINGS celebrated 32 years of marriage on May 3, by the way). I heard it then and have since I’ve been back how Monticello wants to be the “Hub of Southeast Arkansas.” Teachers are To do that, though, we need forward-thinking people in the places of authority and, with this being awesome; an election year (early primary voting has already begun), we have a voice in who those people are. While I don’t believe a single person in our little burg thank them wants to change into another Little Rock—I certainly All of us know that a teach- don’t—we could take lessons from places like Fort er’s day does not end with Smith, Jonesboro and Texarkana. the bell. We know they spend I chose those cities because they are in or close to countless hours at home grading the three other “corners” of our state. According to the papers, preparing for tomor- U.S. Census Bureau, the estimated population of Ar- row’s lesson and thinking about kansas on July 1, 2017 was 3,004,279. Not all those how to reach that challenging folks lived—or wanted to live—in Pulaski County. student who is falling behind. I also fully understand that those areas have little This week, I hope we all take if anything in common with Southeast Arkansas, but the opportunity to thank teach- to grow Monticello into truly being the “hub” of the ers for their relentless commit- area, folks still hanging onto the past must relax their ment to our children, seeing grip a bit. We need infrastructure and activities that their full potential when no draw people to our areas, not push them away. We one else can and restoring their can’t have it both ways; we can’t be comfortable in confidence. We also thank them the town many of us grew up in (or cities like Monti- for inspiring the next generation cello) and expect new people to join us. of teachers. That will undoubtedly include some things (like an May 7-11 is Teacher Appreci- events center, for example) we might not see a reason ation Week. This is a great time for now but will make our city more attractive to folks to show our thanks to the more looking for a place to settle down in the future. The than 33,000 teachers across the possibilities are endless. state. The Arkansas Department I attended college at Arkansas State University of Educa- in the mid-1970s and, while Jonesboro was always tion created bigger than Monticello, it had a population of a cozy a Teacher 27,026, according to the 1970 U.S. Census. It now Apprecia- boasts a population of 74,889—easily one of the tion page on fastest growing areas of The Natural State. its website: Fort Smith had 62,802 residents in 1970; it now has 88,133. I purposely didn’t even bother to look at the http://www. Heritage Month gets off to good start arkansased. area north of Fort Smith. We all know, or at least have gov/divisions/ heard of, the explosion that is Bella Vista-Benton- LEANNE ville-Rogers-Springdale-Fayetteville, where you can’t May is Heritage Month in Arkansas, his family wanted to conserve it. As in Arkansas. educator%20 really tell where one city ends and another starts now. and the Department of Arkansas Heritage they took in the view from the top of the You can fi nd varieties of life here you BURCH effectiveness/ teacher-ap- That area is pretty much an anomaly, if you ask me started the month off with the dedication ridge, Scott had no doubt this natural won’t fi nd in many other places. The ARKANSAS (although I do like to visit). of the state’s newest offi cial “natural habitat needed to be preserved and Wright’s Cliffbrake, a fern that grows in HOUSE REPORT preciation. Texarkana’s population in 1970 was 21,682; now area” called Rattlesnake Ridge. enjoyed. the highest point of Rattlesnake Ridge, On the page, you will find a it is 30,283. When you throw in the other “half” of We acquired this 323 acres through the Scott spread the story to those who has been found in only one other spot in teacher appreciation certificate that city (Texarkana, Texas), the population is now generosity of Lee and needed to hear it, which included Stacy Arkansas. Otherwise, it is found only in approaches 70,000. and notecard that can be down- Beverly Bodenhamer Hurst, director of Department of Arkan- the southwest areas of the United States. loaded and used, as well as a Meanwhile, Monticello had a 1970 population of and their family, The sas Heritage, who persuaded me that this Western diamondback rattlers share 5,085. July 1, 2017 projections for our city’s residents short toolkit with ideas. Nature Conservancy, was an important conservation project the territory, which is as far east as that I join with other Arkansas was 9,753. That is a pronounced growth but some- Central Arkansas Wa- for the state. Several partners agreed to rattler is known to live. thing is skewed here, don’t you think? House members and encour- ter, and support from pitch in, and now we have added our The location of Rattlesnake Ridge is age you to share your photos No wonder other people in Arkansas think the state the state. 73rd natural area, and increased the signifi cant because it offers a wilderness ends at Little Rock, or at the very southernmost, Pine and videos on social media The story of this state’s inventory of conserved natural experience minutes away from down- using #TeachersInspireAR and Bluff. People need a reason to move to our area and acquisition illus- areas to more than 65,000 acres. town Little Rock. While Rattlesnake the more we can offer them, the better. The Monticello ASA #TeachArkansas. trates many things, Rattlesnake Ridge, named for one of Ridge isn’t well known yet, the direc- Arkansas has many amaz- Economic Development Commission has done a splen- HUTCHINSON including the value its more famous reptilian occupants, is tions to fi nd it are easy. It’s right next did job of making our city known to others but we as ing teachers who show their of preserving natural important for many reasons. door to Pinnacle Mountain State Park. residents must step up and have the MEDC’s back. GOVERNOR’S commitment to student-focused REPORT areas in our state and Five of Arkansas’s six eco-regions After the ceremony, Darrell Bowman Whether you like or dislike her methods, Dr. Karla education. Teachers deserve to Hughes, the chancellor at the University of Arkansas the importance of converge in Central Arkansas, and of the Department of Natural Heritage be appreciated and celebrated at Monticello, is doing just that with her programs partnerships between state government smack-dab in the middle of it all, we took me up the bumpy road to the eastern every day. at the city’s biggest employer. If you haven’t driven and private organizations. have this ridge that rises 920 feet above edge of the ridge. The view of the Arkan- You can show your appreci- around Weevil Pond and through the campus recently, The story begins with Lee Bodenham- sea level. sas River and Pinnacle Mountain from ation for teachers throughout put that on your priority list. Many of the improve- er, who bought the land years ago as a The 13 acres of sandstone outcrop at there is as pretty a sight as any you will the school year by serving as a ments are inside but one glaring exception is the retreat for his family. Last year, Lee took the top of this ridge is a combination of see in our beautiful state. Now Rattle- volunteer in the classroom or Student Success Center. Scott Simon of The Nature Conservancy fl ora and fauna, and geology and climate, snake Ridge is open to all Arkansans, on a field trip, or by collaborat- Scheduled for completion by the start of the fall on a tour of the property and said that that is similar to only a few other places and you can see it for yourself. ing with others to fund special semester, the facility will do nothing but draw more projects, supplies or field students—and faculty—to University Drive. City trips. Teachers love to provide leaders, those in place and those that will assume their amazing learning experiences positions after November’s General Election, need to for their students. Find out what take their cues from UAM. Voter ID still embroiled in controversy needs you can help meet in the We all understand that, in the Delta, things are classroom. different from other areas of the state. But those same LITTLE ROCK—When Arkansas was that it was unconstitutional. Another factor could establish By the time a student gradu- forward-thinking people could turn what we see as voters go to the polls for the primary However, state election officials photo ID requirements as Arkan- ates from high school, he or she will have spent about 17,000 drawbacks now into opportunities—if we give them elections on May 22, or if they vote appealed to the Arkansas Supreme sas law, regardless of the litigation hours at school being instruct- a chance. early beginning May 7, they will have Court, which overturned the circuit prompted by Act 633. In November, ed by more than 40 teachers. If you want Monticello to grow, like I do, be sure to present a govern- judge’s injunction. That means the Arkansas residents will vote on a That’s why almost everyone has you know what the people you plan to vote for stand ment-issued photo photo ID requirements will be in proposed constitutional amendment a story about a teacher who has for before you step into your polling places. identification in or- effect for May’s primary elections. that requires voters to present a photo touched his or her life. der to get a regular In the coming months, a couple ID. The measure was placed on the I had the opportunity to hear ballot. of developments will affect whether ADVANCE-MONTICELLONIAN ballot by the legislature and is known a few stories about how teachers Arkansas has a permanent photo ID The photo ID is as Issue Two. impact students when I helped required under Act requirement for voters. If voters approve Issue Two, it judge Senior Projects for Drew Serving Drew County since 1870 633 of 2017, which First of all, the Supreme Court stay would put the photo ID requirement Central School District students passed in the Senate only applies to voting in the May in the state Constitution and super- last week. Although all of the EDDIE last year by a vote primaries. The Supreme Court did not TOM WHITE ...... Publisher sede any rulings that arise from the 10 seniors I observed were CHEATHAM of 25-8, with two decide on the constitutionality of Act lawsuits challenging Act 633. amazing, my heart was especial- senators not voting. 633, it simply overturned the lower HAROLD COGGINS ...... Editor ARKANSAS Act 633 is the legislature’s second ly touched by the young woman SENATE REPORT An Arkansas court judge. attempt to require a photo ID. Law- that took classes at the Arkansas ASHLEY FOREMAN ...... Staff Writer registered voter Before the November General Elec- makers enacted a similar voter ID law School for the Deaf in order to challenged the con- tion, the Supreme Court is expected Published each Wednesday by: in 2013 but it, too, was challenged learn American Sign Language stitutionality of Act 633 in a lawsuit. to hear arguments on the constitution- in court and the Arkansas Supreme so she can better communicate DREW COUNTY NEWSPAPERS, INC. The initial ruling by a circuit judge ality of Act 633. 314 N. Main St., Monticello, Arkansas 71655 See CHEATHAM Page 5A See BURCH Page 5A

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We can’t talk about how to help home- mental health care in our overall strategy services to economically-disadvantaged housing. It is important that we continue and other crops. less veterans without incorporating mental to help reintegrate homeless veterans and veterans, it has evolved over time from a programs that enable private organizations In 1944, Thomsen’s husband was serving health solutions into the conversation. The reach those at risk of homelessness. For the “Soldiers’ Home” to an active clinical reha- and the VA to provide services to help get in the Navy and stationed in Hawaii. He two issues go hand-in-hand. past two sessions of Congress, Sen. Mazie bilitation and treatment program providing veterans into housing and on a track to urged her to join the military. “I went to Some homeless veterans may have been Hirono (D-HI) and I have introduced state-of-the-art, high-quality residential healthier lives. the Navy so they’d send me to Hawaii,” dealing with mental health struggles before legislation that would ensure key Depart- rehabilitation and treatment services for We have seen successes in the effort to Thomsen said. Instead of the Aloha state, they even transitioned ment of Veterans Affairs programs that help veterans with mental health and addiction end homelessness among our veterans, in she went to boot camp in New York. to post-service life. For homeless veterans are allowed to continue. issues. part because we have taken a holistic ap- She remembers what she did at the end others, it’s brought on One of those programs we’ve sought to Programs such as these provide essential proach. We must continue to move forward of the day to cope with the conditions of by a struggle to return reauthorize—the Healthcare for Homeless services that are necessary for homeless in this direction. If we fail to recognize the boot camp. “I sat with my feet in hot water to civilian life. The Veterans program—offers outreach, exams, veterans to rebuild their lives. Through need to include mental health care in our every night. I had to walk everywhere in mounting anxiety and treatment, referrals and case management these programs, VA employees and their strategy, then we will fail to help homeless those GI shoes they gave us. It was awful.” stress only gets worse to veterans who are homeless and dealing partners conduct outreach to identify those veterans restart their lives. We owe them Thomsen was in the hospital corps and with an inability to with mental health issues, including sub- in need or at risk and help give them new more than that. assisted doctors with female patients. She provide a home for one- stance use. At more than 135 HCHV sites, lives. Those partners in Arkansas include remembers nearly having to deliver a baby, JOHN self. Homelessness can VA specialists provide the tools and support organizations like St. Francis House in Lit- Recognizing Navy veteran but the doctor arrived just in time. BOOZMAN easily lead to severe necessary for veterans to get their lives on tle Rock and Seven Hills Homeless Center on 101st birthday During her 20-year Navy career she was U.S. SENATE depression and despair. a better track. in Fayetteville, which get a portion of their stationed all around the country, but never REPORT In too many instances, HCHV is just one of a number of pro- funding from Congressionally authorized We celebrate the 101st birthday of Navy Hawaii. She was assigned to the U.S. Naval homeless veterans grams offered by the VA to help homeless programs that have a proven track record veteran Mabel Thomsen in this edition of Hospital in Memphis when she met Elvis turn to destructive means to cope, such as veterans and those at risk of homelessness of effectiveness. The VA’s Vet Centers ‘Salute to Veterans,’ a series recognizing Presley during a USO show. substance abuse. These are serious issues overcome mental health struggles. The also provide community-based counsel- the military service of Arkansans. “He said anybody that had a string of that only get worse as time without a place oldest program—The Domiciliary Care for ing, outreach, and referral services to help Thomsen was born in Des Arc on May beads could sit in his lap. I happened to be to call home drags on. Homeless Veterans Program—dates back connect homeless veterans with all kinds 1, 1917. She grew up on a family farm with wearing a string of beads so I got to sit in That is why it is crucial to include to the Civil War. Established to provide of services, including mental health and her fi ve siblings, helping tend to the cotton his lap,” she fondly recalled.

restaurant. morning 5K run/one-mile walk National debt threat to U.S. constitutional system BURCH Last Thursday, staff and sponsored by Ashley County board members of Vera Lloyd Cares that my daughter and Continued from Page 4A Politicians and commentators when the downturn comes—which, that was merely political fodder, and Presbyterian Family Services grandson joined with me to en- hosted a group where we these days like to point to an array inevitably, it will—we won’t have it’s done more harm than good. with her hearing-impaired mom. joy. It was great to see so many of threats to our constitutional room to maneuver. What do we do about all of this? Other inspiring projects includ- learned more about the mis- people out enjoying the fun. system. There’s one, though, that The more debt we accumulate, “The time to repair the roof,” John ed students that learned to play sion of the organization and I enjoy meeting with each of doesn’t get nearly as much attention the more interest rates rise and the F. Kennedy once said, “is when the the guitar and piano, one that the comprehensive services you and hearing your concerns. as it should: our national debt. more our spending on debt serves sun is shining.” That’s why it’s time conditioned himself to run in a offered to youth that live at the Please let me know how I may We may not yet be in imminent to dampen economic growth. Small right now, while the sun is shining 10K race, one that shadowed a children’s home in Monticello. be of assistance. It remains a danger of fi scal collapse, but we’re wonder that former Fed chair Janet on the economy, to repair our fi scal labor and delivery nurse, and Thanks to Mr. Tommy Maxwell, great honor and privilege to moving into uncharted waters. We Yellen told Congress last year that problems. We need to restrain the one that studied endangered who led the excellent presen- serve as your state representa- are among the rising debt “is the type of thing that growth of spending, especially in species and banded ducks. tation, and who is on a mission tive. Please contact me at 870- should keep people awake at night.” entitlement programs. And we need most indebted Thank you to the Drew to help educate individuals and 460-0773, by email at leanne. nations in the The problem is not quite that to recognize that this most recent County Republican Party for civic organizations about these [email protected], or world, and it’s nobody’s talking about the debt in tax cut, with its fi scal stimulus and hosting a meet and greet last wonderful services. on Facebook @BurchforAR. I only getting Washington. They are. But it’s not a further explosion of debt, is exactly Were you able to get to the look forward to hearing from worse. Thanks productive discussion—especially the wrong medicine. week where a good group came Armadillo Festival last week- you. to our new among the politicians who will need Like a lot of problems, the longer and talked current and future tax law, we’re to roll up their sleeves and tackle we wait to act, the larger and more Arkansas issues and enjoyed a end? Saturday’s weather turned And don’t forget to thank a staring ahead at it. They give lip service to debt and disruptive the eventual solution will great meal at the Q&Y House out to be perfect for the early teacher this week! LEE routine federal defi cit reduction, but for the most need to be. We’re probably in the HAMILTON budget defi cits part, each party is trying to blame most fi scally irresponsible period north of $1 the other. in recent American history. Debt is reform measure. Relying so much on tradi- POLITICAL trillion each This is not just a waste of time, a major threat to our preeminence CHEATHAM ArDOT revenue tional revenue from motor fuels COMMENTARY taxes, paid at the gas pump by year—com- it’s counter-productive. Because a in the world, since it constrains our Continued from Page 4A pared to what problem of this duration, sever- ability to steer the economy and re- Last week, I reported erro- drivers on a per gallon basis, now seems like a paltry $665 billion ity and complexity is not going act forcefully to unexpected events. neous revenue figures for the presents a financial challenge Court ruled it unconstitutional. Arkansas Department of Trans- to highway officials. That’s in 2017. to be solved without a bipartisan How we deal with it will be a real Supporters then focused on As we look down the road to an approach. test of our constitutional system and portation. The $308 million because motor vehicles every writing the ID requirement into aging population, rising entitlement Tackling defi cits and the debt our political system. total should be for the fiscal year are manufactured with costs, and skyrocketing interest pay- always takes a back seat to other Can Congress and the President the Constitution, through an year-to-date up to and includ- greater fuel efficiency. Four- ments, things promise to go from priorities: tax cuts and spending act against the popular grain to amendment approved by voters ing March, and not just for the door sedans that used to get 15 dismal to dire. In just fi ve years, the increases of all kinds and descrip- cut spending and raise taxes in the in a statewide election. month of March. miles per gallon routinely get head of the Congressional Budget tions. Politicians fall prey to the public interest? Can we, as citizens, The legislature may refer The revenue is mostly from 30 miles to the gallon. Offi ce warned a few weeks ago, temptation of saying that economic demand credible action by our three proposed constitutional motor fuels taxes, and also Since 1970, ArDOT has we’ll be spending more on interest growth will save us—whether it’s political leaders even when it hits us amendments to voters, and the includes registration fees on reduced its staff from about payments on the debt than we do on spurred by tax cuts or spending in our pocketbooks? photo ID requirement was one trucks and heavy vehicles, 4,200 employees to about 3,600 our entire military. By 2028, we’ll increases. We’ve been fed this line What we need to do is no secret: of two referred during the 2017 permit fees and penalties and employees, bringing down its be closing in on $1 trillion in inter- for decades. we have to spend less and tax more. regular session. revenue from a severance tax on administrative costs per mile to est payments alone each year. To be sure, carefully targeted tax This is very hard to do. But the The other, Issue One, is a tort natural gas. the third lowest in the country. We’re running these defi cits at cuts and spending on investments in system is not self-correcting. Unless a time of full employment, when the economy’s underpinnings—in- Americans demand action, we will the economy is doing well. This frastructure, say, or human devel- continue down our current road is exactly the wrong time to be opment—can enhance economic until, at some point, the pavement pressing on the accelerator, because growth. But we’ve had too much ends and the wheels come off. NEW LISTINGS! My Stars

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arrest warrant Don and Alisa Montgomery of Woodlawn, Stacy and Melis- The Drew County Sher- sa Edge of Hazen and Jerry and iff’s Department has issued Miranda Todd of Marion, Ill. a warrant of arrest for John announce the engagement and McIntosh, a level 3 sex of- upcoming marriage of their chil- fender, Drew County Sheriff Mark Gobert said this morn- dren, Shelby Montgomery and ing. Cody Edge. McIntosh’s whereabouts The bride-elect is a 2017 grad- are unknown at this time, uate of Southeast Arkansas Col- and one condition of being a lege in Pine Bluff with a degree registered sex offender is to in Radiology Technology. She is notify law enforcement when employed in the Cath Lab at the the offender changes address. Arkansas Heart Hospital. He did notify his parole offi - She is the granddaughter of cer that he was evicted from Sue and J.L. Devine of Searcy, the residence in which he was the late Button Cummings, Sr. of registered but did not leave a Rison and Don and Wanda Mont- new address. gomery of Cleveland County. McIntosh also now has a The prospective groom is a warrant for being an abscond- 2018 graduate of Central Ar- er with Arkansas Community kansas Baptist Bible Institute in Corrections Probation and Benton with an Associate’s De- Parole. He is described as a gree in Biblical Studies and will 35-year-old white male with be pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree red hair and blue eyes. He is in Theology in the fall. approximately 5 feet, 7 inch- He is the grandson of Glenda es tall and weighs about 171 Ashley Foreman/Advance-Monticellonian Edge of Hazen, the late Thomas pounds. HELPING HANDS Recently, several Monticello Middle School students Edge of Hazen, Ruth Shelman McIntosh could possibly helped the Monticello Senior Center raise money for the annual Meal for of Haen and Clifford and Linda be in Drew, Desha or Cross SeniorsS walkathon. The 91 students who participated raised $2,513.26 to James of Lonoke. County. If anyone has any in- help provide meals for local senior citizens. Isabella Humphries was the top The couple will exchange formation of his whereabouts fundraiserf with $200 and Dakota Barbee was second with $180. Hayden vows at 3 p.m. Saturday, May or sees him please contact the Harrison and Cameron Teague tied for fi rst place in walking the most laps 19 at Center Missionary Baptist DCSO or the local law en- anda Dalton Pharr was second. Inez Lindsey and Bernice Adcock were the Church in Woodlawn. forcement agency. topt earners for the seniors and those walking the most laps were Andy Bri- All friends and relatives are ant,a Joan Good and Lloyd Huspeth. invited to attend. Only out of state invitations will be sent. CODY EDGE AND SHELBY MONTGOMERY Helena, Phillips County; Ponder’s advocating for preservation leg- LIST Drug Store/Capel Building in Lit- islation in the halls of the State tle Rock, Pulaski County; Rock Capitol and at the local level, and Continued from Page 1A Island Railroad Depot, also known assisting owners of historic proper- as the Perry Depot in Perry, Perry ties with the means and expertise to ment Museum at McGehee and the County; Quinn African Methodist preserve and restore historic struc- Rohwer and Jerome Relocation Episcopal Church in Fort Smith, tures, Preserve Arkansas has been a Center sites. Toward this end, we Sebastian County; and the Thom- statewide voice for preservation in will do whatever we can to help.” as-Tharp House in Fayetteville, Arkansas for three decades.” Other properties named to the Washington County. The organization is funded list Friday were Centennial Baptist Founded in 1981, Preserve Ar- through membership dues, con- Church in Helena, Phillips Coun- kansas’s mission, according to its tributions from individuals, foun- ty; First Baptist Church/EMOBA, website, is “to build stronger com- dations, corporations and annual Ernie’s Museum on Black Arkan- munities by reconnecting Arkan- fund raising events. For more in- sas in Little Rock, Pulaski Coun- sans to our heritage and empower- formation, contact Patton at 501- ty; First Presbyterian Church in ing people to save and rehabilitate 372-4757 or rpatton@preservear- Fordyce, Dallas County; Latimore historic places. kansas.org. The complete list, with Tourist Home in Russellville, Pope “Through educational programs pictures and descriptions, can also County; Magnolia Cemetery in centered on architectural heritage, be found at preservearkansas.org.

received almost $93,000 of that State Lands website, www.cosl. AUCTION amount. This is an important org, to view the public auction process, because it provides sta- catalog, a listing of proper- Continued from Page 1A ble revenue for necessary ser- ties offered at auction, or the vices including public schools.” post-auction sales list of proper- tricts and county governments,” Interested Arkansas residents ties available that did not sell at Thurston noted. “Drew County may visit the Commissioner of auction.

On May 22, 2018 ELECT CITY ATTORNEY JAMES A. HAMILTON CIRCUIT JUDGE

Julie Trucks RN Admin Samantha Hewitt RN DON A huge Mary McMickle RN ADON Connie Dodson RN Barbara Barnes RN Thank Michelle Stephenson RN Kalvin Anderson LPN Sonya Patton LPN You Jennifer Jordan LPN Brandi Collier LPN to all Bobby Whitlock LPN Edith Herring LPN of our Paula Trotter LPN Janice Bowers LPN I live in our District and I know the people - I have been a lifelong resident of Ashley County for 55 years. I was born and raised here. wonderful Wikiki Green LPN Christine Chrismond LPN I have the trial experience - I have practiced law for 29 years, handling all types of trial work. I have successfully managed my own law firm for twenty Nurses! Teressa Kelly LPN years. Donna Underwood LPN Shamela Tolston LPN I have a proven history of public service - I served Ashley County as a Deputy Prosecutor from 1991-1997. I have served as Crossett’s elected City Attorney Megan Powell LPN since 1999, and am now completing my fifth term, and twenty years of service Treasure Jackson LPN to my hometown. Racheal Forrest LPN I am a family man - I am married to the love of my life, Rose, and we have three daughters, Callie, Jami-Lynn and Sherri. I ask for your vote on May 22, 2018. BELLEVIEW ESTATES I pledge to continue to put my long history of excellence in public service REHABILITATION AND HEALTHCARE to work for each of you, with fairness, impartiality and compassion. 1052 OLD WARREN RD. MONTICELLO, AR 71655 Political ad paid for by the Committee to 870-367-0044 Elect James A. Hamilton. 870-367-5695 870-367-5325 | mymonticellonews.net | Advance-Monticellonian NEWS Wednesday, May 9, 2018 | 7A CHAMBER HOSTS ANNUAL LUNCHEON FOR SCHOLARS Local students fare well at colleges in Arkansas

Special to the Advance Fuller of Tillar and Mary Kathryn Jones of Monticello. The Honors College at Arkan- Kane Philley of Monticello, sas State University will host the graduated with a Bachelor of Sci- ninth annual Honors Recognition ence degree from the University of Ceremony and Reception on Fri- Arkansas at Little Rock on Dec. 16, day, May 11, at 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. 2017. at the Cooper Alumni Center, 2600 Philley was among more than Alumni Blvd. 700 students who received degrees. A record 185 graduating honors Reagan Gray of Monticello, was students will be recognized in the recognized by the University of company of their parents, families, Arkansas at Little Rock College of guests, and university dignitaries. Arts, Letters, and Sciences during Graduation distinctions for each its awards ceremony on May 1. student are noted below along with The college’s departments in- their hometowns. clude art and design, biology, Students ‘Graduating in Honors’ chemistry, English, history, mathe- have completed a minimum of 18 matics and statistics, music, philos- credit hours in Honors coursework ophy and interdisciplinary studies, and are graduating with a 3.50 or physics and astronomy, theatre arts higher cumulative grade point av- and dance, and world languages. erage. This distinction is recog- Gray received the Stella Boyle nized on their diplomas and their Smith Award. formal academic transcripts. These With about 11,000 students and Photo courtesy of Glenda Nichols students are also presented with a 100 programs, UA Little Rock of- silver Honors medallion and a cer- fers learning, research, service, RECOGNIZING SENIORS The Monticello/Drew County Chamber of Commerce recently held the annual Arkansas Scholars recognition luncheon at First social and career opportunities that United Methodist Church. More than 200 people gathered to recognize the accomplishments of Drew County’s 67 high school seniors who will be gradu- tifi cate in recognition of their ac- ating as an Arkansas Scholar this year. Following a special message to the graduates by the University of Arkansas at Monticello Chancellor, the audience complishment. can only be found at a metropoli- enjoyed a keynote address from State Rep. LeAnne Burch. Also participating in the luncheon were Monticello Mayor David Anderson, Drew County Judge Students from Drew County tan university located in Arkansas’ Robert Akin, Chamber of Commerce member Kathy Lyon and Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Glenda Nichols. Graduating in Honors are Britney capital city. SERVICE

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to participate. Those interested the second Tuesday of each CALENDAR do not need to be members of month at City Hall, 203 West Annual Lacey Tea Party brings aft ernoon Monticello Christian Church Gaines Avenue. Continued from Page 2A to attend. Celebrate Recovery • The Monticello City Council is a support group aimed at meets at 6 p.m. on the fourth of laughs and entertainment to crowd helping people with emotional Tuesday of each month at City ed children of the Tenth Judi- struggles, relational issues, Hall, 203 West Gaines Avenue. cial District seeks volunteer addictions or any thoughts and • The Drew County Quorum Special to the Advance sang by Madison Jones and Games were played during advocates and board members. behaviors that interfere with a Court meets at 6 p.m. every “You are loved” was sang by the entertainment with the For more information, contact joyful life. Meetings begin with third Monday at the District The annual Lacey Tea Par- Mary Johnson, the pastor’s closing prayer by Mary 870-367-9449. fellowship and coffee. Large- Court building, 107 East Jack- ty was held Saturday at the wife. Johnson. • The Drew County Relay for group meetings begin at 6 p.m. son Street. Lacey Methodist Church. The hat judging was the The bar was covered with Life Committee will have reg- with biblically based teachings • At 5:30 p.m. on the first The fellowship hall was highlight of the day. finger foods brought by ular monthly meetings at 5:30 and music. At 7 p.m., shar- Thursday of every month, the decorated with card tables Winners were, Mignon those attending. p.m. on the first Monday of ing groups are offered. These Southeast Arkansas Region- with pastel table cloths and Causey, first place for pretti- Two large arrangements each month at Pauline Mission- small groups are divided into al Library, Monticello Branch spring flowers. est hate and the most unique of yellow flowers were also ary Baptist Church, 909 North men and women and provide a hosts a canvas painting class. The group of 24 ladies hat winner was Brenda Page. along the bar. Hyatt Street. Anyone interested safe place to give and receive The cost is $10. The class is were entertained with a solo She purchased her hat in Door prizes were drawn in serving is welcome to attend. positive support for individual open to adults and children. song. Alabama at a roadside flea for adjournment. • The Drew Memorial Health needs. Those interested are asked to “I will Trust You” was market. System Auxiliary will meet at • The Veterans of Foreign Wars call or go by the library to sign 10 a.m. on the first Tuesday and the VFW Ladies Auxiliary up for one of the 20 spots. of each month in Conference host a dance from 7-9:30 p.m. The library is located at 114 Room A in the Allied Health every Thursday at the VFW West Jefferson Avenue and Building. Post, 148 Veterans Drive in the phone number is 870-367- The family of Walter Stinson Chapman wishes to • Drew Memorial Health Sys- McCloy Park. Admission is $5 8584. The library is open from Serving tem’s Cancer Support Group per person. 9 a.m. to 5:30 pm. Monday express our thanks to Stephenson Dearman Funeral will meet at noon every second • Maria Rose, rehabilitation through Friday and from 10 Home and to all who have taken such wonderful Monday of each month in counselor for Arkansas Re- a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday. Drew Conference Room A. Cancer habilitation Services in Drew Also, the library hosts children’s care of our dad over the past 2 1/2 years. To every patients, survivors, caregivers County, is usually in the Mon- story time from 10-11 a.m. as and family members are invited ticello ARS office on Monday, well as events every Monday, County Dr., nurse, caregiver, Nursing Home, family mem- to attend. Tuesday and Thursday of each Tuesday, Thursday and Friday ber, and friend, please know that dad loved you • The Monticello Winners Group week. For more information, from 3:30-5 p.m., unless oth- Since of Alcoholics Anonymous contact at 870-367-9669. erwise noted. Cancellations of all and we appreciated every act of kindness you meets at 8 p.m. every Monday, • Al-Anon meetings are held at those events will be posted on showed to him. Thank you to his “other family,” Thursday and Saturday at St. 5:30 p.m. every Tuesday eve- the library’s Facebook page. 1870 Mary’s Episcopal Church, 836 ning at the First Presbyterian • District Judge Bruce Ander- the staff and clients of the “Transitions” program at North Hyatt Street. Monday Church, 821 North Main Street. son will hold an open court day Drew Memorial Hospital. May God bless you for meetings are closed but Thurs- Al-Anon is a completely confi- in the Monticello District Court day and Saturday are open dential group for anyone who on the second Tuesday of every all of your compassionate care for our Dad. to the public. The group also thinks their lives have been month. People interested in holds open meetings at noon affected by another person’s speaking to the judge about old every Tuesday and Friday at the drinking. For more information, fines, driver’s license suspen- His Children - John Chapman and Valerie Carter church. For more information, contact Jane at 870-723-2493 sion, or any other matter, is and our entire family contact 870-723-6568. or Kayla at 501-762-4078. advised to be at the court office • The Transitions Grief Support • The Board of Directors of Ad- at 8:30 a.m. No appointment is Group of Arkansas Hospice vantages of Southeast Arkan- necessary. holds meetings at noon on the sas, Inc., which operates the or second Tuesday of every month Discovery Children’s Centers, In Mem y Of at the Southeast Arkansas the Discovery Skills Center and Regional Library, Monticello ACS Waiver services, meets the Branch, 114 West Jefferson fourth Tuesday of each month Avenue. For more information, at 3:00 p.m. at the Discovery contact Reba Gaines at 501- Children’s Center, 178 West 748-3393. College Avenue. These meet- • Celebrate Recovery of ings are open to the public. Monticello meets at 5:30 p.m. • The city of Monticello Parks every Friday at the Monticello and Recreation Commission Christian Church, 233 South meets at 5:30 p.m. the second Dillard Street (on the corner of Monday of each month at City in Honor of Jackson and Dillard streets). It Hall, 203 West Gaines Avenue. Mother’s Day is free and open to the public. • The city of Monticello Finance Registration is not necessary Committee meets at 5:30 p.m. A Card to My Mom, now without any interceptions, who is “finally” at peace! If roses grow in Heaven Lord please pick a bunch for me and tell my mom they’re from her “FAVORITE” that misses her dearly! Tell her I love and miss her and long for her touch, I PAY CA$H that not a day ever goes by that I don’t long for her touch. for gold, coins, guns, antiques, collectibles, even entire estates . . . Information Lord thank you for my mom. I know she’ll smile, when she almost anything of value. knows, these wishes come from her “FAVORITE” child. 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BY KENNETH BRIDGES military after the war and slowly branch of the Offi ce of Removal Capt. Richard Collins accused as on the Rio Grande in March hours later on May 9, one of only Advance correspondent moved up the ranks as peacetime and Subsistence was established in Brown of feeding the Native Amer- 1846 just across from Matam- two fatalities at the fort. The United promotions in the greatly-reduced Little Rock, and Brown eventually icans rotten food. Others began to oros. Brown was given command States declared war on Mexico on What is the line between fame army of that time were rare. From came to lead it. His role in this of- criticize Brown for holding two of the fort while Taylor rushed up May 13. and infamy? Many fi gures in about 1818 to 1825, his infantry fi ce was to coordinate removal of positions at once, through the army and down the Lower Rio Grande After Brown’s death, Taylor American history have blurred the unit was assigned to the area along tribes through the area and their and through the bank. Stung by the Valley preparing to defend Ameri- ordered Fort Texas renamed Fort borders between those ideas, lead- the borders of Missouri and the Ar- movements from Arkansas into the criticisms, Brown stepped away can positions. Brown. The city of Brownsville, ing to endless speculation about kansas Territory to keep the peace Indian Territory and also to make from both positions. He continued After Mexican forces attacked founded in 1848 next to the fort, their character and their impact. Ja- between the settlers and the Native sure they were fed. Once the tribes with other army positions, rising to an army patrol on the north side of was named in his honor. Today, it is cob Brown was one such fi gure. American tribes of the area. were at their reservations, Brown’s the rank of major by 1843. the Rio Grande on April 25, Brown a city of 183,000 on the southern- He was a veteran of two wars, a In 1831, at the insistence of offi ce would continue to send The army reassigned readied Fort Texas for attack. On most tip of Texas. Fort Brown itself leading fi nancial fi gure in early Ar- President Andrew Jackson, Con- food. By 1835, all tribal claims in Brown. With the admission of May 3, Mexican artillery in Matam- is a National Historic Landmark kansas, a defender of early Texas gress passed the Indian Removal the Arkansas Territory were extin- Texas into the Union and Mexi- oros opened fi re on the fort. Brown with tours of the site available. The and one of the chief offi cials direct- Act, stating that the southeastern guished, but removal of other tribes co’s accompanying threat of war directed his own artillery as he was Jacob Brown Auditorium in on the ing the Trail of Tears. Brown’s life tribes would be moved from their further east was still taking place. against the United States if Texas slowly surrounded. On May 6, one campus of Texas Southmost Col- took him through some of the dark- ancestral lands. Removal of the In 1837, a year after Arkansas were so admitted forced American shell struck inside the fort and ex- lege near the site of the old fort. est chapters in American history. tribes was to be the responsibility statehood, Brown was named pres- planners to reinforce the American ploded. Shrapnel wounded Brown, Dr. Ken Bridges is a Professor Jacob Brown was born in of the army. Tens of thousands of ident of the Real Estate Bank, a claim. The situation was compli- but the wounds were too severe to of History and Geography at South Massachusetts, probably around people were removed from their bank established by Arkansas leg- cated by confl icting claims as the treat. Taylor charged to relieve the Arkansas Community College in 1789. His father had fought in the homes and marched at gunpoint to islators specializing in real estate U.S. claimed the Rio Grande as the fort, temporarily blocked by the El Dorado where he lives with his American Revolution. Little is the Indian Territory (present-day loans and investments and one of southern border for Texas while Mexican Army at the Battle of Palo wife and six children. He is the known about his early life, but as a Oklahoma) where the federal gov- the fi rst in the state. Though pop- Mexico claimed it was further Alto on May 8. After sweeping author of seven books, and his col- young man, he enlisted in the army ernment had set aside land for tribal ular among many in Arkansas, he north at the Nueces River. aside Mexican forces, Taylor was umns can be found in more than early during the War of 1812. reservations. Countless individuals soon became the focus of intense Gen. Zachary Taylor arrived on able to reach the fort and break 40 papers across Arkansas. Dr. Brown’s war service was other- died on the way. criticism by his successor at the the scene to enforce the American the siege later that day. Reinforce- Bridges can be reached by e-mail wise respectable. He stayed in the To facilitate these removals, a Removal and Subsistence Offi ce. claim and established Fort Tex- ments poured in. Brown died just at [email protected]. Local Rotary International Club honors multiple students at recent luncheon

Ashley Foreman/Advance-Monticellonian RECOGNIZING THE NEXT GENERATION The Rotary Club of Monticello recently recognized Evan Arrington, (left) and Noah Minchew for their outstanding acts in Drew County. Arrington is the 2018 Drew Central recipient of the Rotary Scholarship and Minchew received the Scout of the Year award. Not pictured is Lauren Sheperd who is the 2018 Rotary Scholarship recipient for Monticello High School.

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All photos by Ashley ForemanAdvance- Monticellonian LAKE MONTICELLO is steadily draining due to large amounts of rain re- ceived in the winter months. According to Arkansas Game and Fish offi cials, planting of vegetation will begin this summer.

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We Love Our STAFF ADVANCE-MONTICELLONIAN | mymonticellonews.net Wednesday, May 9, 2018 1B CONTACT US Harold Coggins, Editor Ashley Foreman, Staff Writer 870-367-5325 870-367-5325 LIVING [email protected] [email protected] Growing food promotes team work, healthy eating at MMS

Photos by Ashley Foreman/Advance-Monticellonian GARDENING AND GREENHOUSES Students at Monticello Middle School are learning hard work and manual labor by growing a small garden on campus.

FROM PLANTING TO HARVESTING Students have been involved from the project’s beginning and have seen it through to the harvesting of the crops. Pictured to the right are (front row from left to right) Jayden Johnson, Kat Claycomb and Elijah Schell. Back row (from left to right) Anna Morgan, Ashton Norris and Matthew Glover. Not pictured is Kate Morgan.

BY ASHLEY FOREMAN etables. The greenhouse is current- [email protected] “The students have really ran ly growing, lettuce, tomatoes, with this project,” Curtis said. strawberries, onions and peppers Eating healthy isn’t always a “This greenhouse has been a great but they have plans to expand choice young people like to make. way to teach teamwork, problem as soon as possible and donate At Monticello Middle School, solving and the hard work and produce to all of the Monticello students now have the option to manual labor that goes into gar- School District campuses. have lunch in the cafeteria and dening.” “The students donate the veg- eat fresh produce grown by their Students in seventh and eighth etables they grow in the green- peers. grade use their free time to plant, house to the cafeteria,” Loretta Through efforts of MMS EAST weed, harvest and all the other Ingram, MMS Cafeteria Manag- facilitator and Cross Country tasks that go along when growing er stated. “We are happy to be Coach Shawn Curtis and the a garden. promoting healthy eating hab- MMS nutritional staff, more stu- “We have also used the OEC its among the students. My staff dents are now eating in the cafe- students’ skills to help us build and I are so grateful to these stu- teria and utilizing the availability wood frames for planting,” Curtis dents and Coach Curtis’ efforts in of locally grown fruits and veg- noted. growing this garden.

Summer is upon us, let’s take a second to discuss some etiquette

As we will see 90-degree tempera- being with family and friends while real thing. Lemonade is a classic sum- when Forrest and Bubba are talking Unfortunately, I have noticed that tures this week, I feel like it is a good eating hot dogs and popsicles. I don’t mer drink. Like tea, it is refreshing about all the ways to cook shrimp. “tube tops” are going to be a sum- time to discuss what I like to call think any of us love the intense heat and a good alternative for those who Potatoes are no different. I believe that mer fashion trend this year. Y’all, I “Southern Summer that the fi rst holiday in July brings, don’t want to drink a gallon of sugar. the Lord smiled when he put potatoes guarantee you will not catch me in a Etiquette.” though. I don’t have to spend time If you are hosting a party this summer, on this Earth. Why in the world would tube top and I implore everyone to I have always talking about how crazy hot it gets please make sure the tea and lemonade anyone want to serve or eat mushy consider their clothing choices from been the one to say down here; y’all know. are plentiful. potatoes that have a condiment that is the dressing room at the store to the what everyone else That being said, I would like to lay Speaking of parties, that brings me not ketchup mixed with it? These are mirror before you walk out of your is thinking—and by out some important things that people to item No. 2. I love food. I love fresh the types of questions that keep me up front door. now, y’all should seem to have forgotten when it comes summertime dishes just as much as the at night. This is for men, too. No one likes know this. I will, to experiencing a southern summer. next person but I have a gripe about a I ask y’all as politely as possible, to see your back side shining in the however, begin with No. 1, sweet tea and lemonade certain southern dish that seems to be please stop serving potato salad at summer sun because your shirt isn’t ASHLEY a disclaimer. It is are acceptable and oftentimes the hanging on like the plague. gatherings. Anything is an acceptable long enough. FOREMAN not, nor is it ever preferred beverage from sunup to sun- Potato salad has got to be the alternative. Now, y’all know I am all about ACCORDING my intention to hurt down in the summer months. I’m not biggest disgrace to the wonderful veg- No. 3. As I said, I am an expert on expression and being who you are. TO ASHLEY anyone’s feelings. It saying that sweet tea isn’t acceptable etable that is the potato. I do not want potatoes. I love those starchy root veg- However, I don’t need to see anyone is just my lot in life year round below the Mason-Dixon to hear any arguing. I am not an expert etables. This fact shows to the public express how many potatoes they ate to speak the truth; Line but in the summer, there is some- on many things but potatoes I know. because of my waist size. I have never during the winter months by wearing sometimes, the truth hurts. thing special about an ice cold glass— Making them into salad is an abomi- been a small person because I have questionable clothing. Summertime has a love/hate rela- or Mason jar—of sweet tea. nation. There are so many wonderful always loved potatoes. However, I I love y’all, and I just want every- tionship for many Southerners. Yes, It’s light, refreshing and it needs to things you can do with a potato. It’s know this about myself and I try very one in Drew County to be able to we all love The Fourth of July and be readily available. Dehydration is a like the scene from “Forrest Gump” hard to avoid fashion faux pas. enjoy their summer. ADVANCE-MONTICELLONIAN | mymonticellonews.net Wednesday, May 9, 2018 2B CONTACT US Harold Coggins, Editor 870-367-5325 DEVOTIONAL [email protected] Joshua spent time in, and was familiar Steps to success with Scripture, it would bring success How do you define success? Most and blessing in other, more tangible people would say that success is the ways. The “book of the law” was the accomplishment of an aim or purpose writings of Moses, who penned the in life. Success would be obtaining the first five books of the Bible. For suc- favorable or desired outcome of a goal. cess, first Joshua needed to be familiar No matter how you define it, everyone with Israel’s history, God’s laws, His wants to succeed. commands and blessings recorded in Only a fool would God’s Word. These words were “not set out in life plan- to depart from your mouth.” The ning to be a failure. Word was to be on his mind and lips. • So, if we all want to Secondly, “You shall meditate on it day succeed, how can we and night …” God said if Joshua would best do that? methodically meditate on Scripture, he E.N. Garnett Jr., would be successful. a Certified Crop The Hebrew word for “meditate” Advisor for Southern means to coo, mutter or read in an un- Larry Clements States, expressed one by the position one has reached in life, now, Moses had died and the mantle of or forsake you” (verse 5). Then the dertone. Meditating on Scripture means of the most compre- as by the obstacles which he has over- leadership fell upon Joshua. God said, Lord followed with fresh words of to think about every word of the verse hensive definitions of success I have come while trying to succeed.” The “now therefore arise, cross this Jordan, encouragement, saying, “Be strong and and seek ways to apply it to one’s own seen. energy, wisdom and tenacity required you and all this people, to the land courageous” (v. 6) ... “Be strong and life. As you meditate on Scripture, it He said, “I define success as having to overcome obstacles, may result in which I am giving to them, to the sons very courageous” (v. 7) ... “Be strong will increase your understanding of a job that you enjoy and enables you more satisfaction in success than the of Israel” (Joshua 1:2). and courageous! Do not tremble or be God’s desires for your life. The one financially, a spouse and family that outcome. No doubt Joshua was terrified at the dismayed, for the LORD your God is who is “blessed,” or successful, is the loves and cares for you, children that The promise of success is most task God called him to do. Thirty-eight with you wherever you go” (v. 9). one who finds delight in God’s Word make you proud by who they are and helpful when failure seems imminent, years earlier Joshua, with Caleb, had In the midst of these reassuring and meditates on it day and night what they do, having the freedom to or the task seems futile. Joshua was in been two of the 12 spies who had words, the Lord promised Joshua (Psalm 1:1-2). worship a loving God, and being able that intimidating place as he stepped explored the land, only to have their success if he would follow three steps, • The third step for success was to to contribute to the betterment of your into the shoes of Moses, probably the report rejected by the people of Israel “... for then you will make your way “be careful to do according to all that fellow man. I am so blessed!” (Inc. greatest leader of all time. During the (Numbers 13:1-16). Israel did not trust prosperous, and then you will have is written in it …” Someone said that com, Dec. 18, 2014). previous 40 years, Moses had endured God, so the nation was condemned to success” (v. 8). the road to hell is paved with good Booker T. Washington shared an in- while leading two million people of waste 40 years of aimless wandering. What are the steps God said would intentions. It is not what you want, but sightful definition of success. In “The Israel from Egypt, through the deso- To encourage Joshua, the Lord out- bring success? what you do, that makes a difference. Story of My Life and Work,” (1969, late Sinai desert, to the border of the lined His plans for him (Joshua 1:2-4). • First, “This book of the law shall Joshua was to “do according to” what p. 51) he wrote, “I have learned that Promised Land. God assured Joshua of His own pres- not depart from your mouth …” God’s was written. It is easy to acknowledge success is to be measured, not so much Through those four decades of ence, “Just as I have been with Moses, power, even in battle, would inevita- turmoil Joshua had aided Moses. But I will be with you; I will not fail you bly be connected with His Word. If See DEVOTIONAL Page 3B

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Bailey • 367-5027 Christian Center Church of God 910 Old Warren Road 6236 State Hwy 114 W. 117 Greenfield Dr. Green Hill in Christ 367-5087 Star City, AR 71667 Monticello, AR 71655 Highway 425 North • Monticello • 367-6100 Community Baptist (870) 628-4900 (870) 367-9510 106 Green Hill/New Hope Rd. Revival Center Church House of Refuge 460-9926 of God in Christ 239 Hwy 296 • Selma If your business or church Lumberjack Yamaha 311 South Pine Street Immanuel Baptist would like to be a sponsor 1504 South Main Street 367-8257 Israel of God 939 Barkada Rd. • 367-3342 Warren, AR 121 Bird St. • 469-5431 on the devotional page, please call 1-800-893-1588 www.ibcmont.com Episcopal E-Mail: [email protected] King of Glory 367-5325. Ladelle Baptist Church St. Mary’s Episcopal Outreach Ministry Monticello Branch Ladelle Rd. • 142 Deal Ln. 836 North Hyatt 1090 Old Warren Road 723-9408 306 E. 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Lacey Rd. • Lacey 740-0091 ADVANCE-MONTICELLONIAN | mymonticellonews.net Wednesday, May 9, 2018 3B CONTACT US Harold Coggins, Editor 870-367-5325 FAITH [email protected] Ducks which would be a lifer of Cedar Waxwings so I zeroed Shouting from Wilmar to COUNTRY for me if I could get a chance to in on the sound and soon dis- Florida State University to my see them with my own eyes. But covered it was coming from the oldest great-granddaughter, Church briefs Continued from Page 4B that is highly unlikely since mulberry tree. As I walked clos- Jasmine Alexis Hall, who was the ducks were probably just er to get a better look two birds an honor grad, summa cum so don’t forget to vote! Revival set at 16th Section MBC migrating through. Miranda said flew from the tree. Well, that laude, Saturday, May 5—on my Wednesday, just before she would give me a holler if didn’t turn out the way I would wedding anniversary. GG is so Sixteenth Section Missionary Baptist Church, 3396 U.S. High- church I decided it was time to they came back though. have liked but that’s OK. Wax- very proud of you. So sorry I way 278 East, will be hosting revival at 7 p.m. nightly today through turn the a/c on. Well, I went to Alex Hewitt celebrated his wings kind of flock to their own couldn’t make it due to circum- Friday. The guest speaker will be Glenn Barnes, pastor of Pine Hill do just that and nothing hap- fourth birthday Saturday after- drum showing up whenever and stances beyond my control. GG MBC in Pine Bluff. Host pastor George Toney III and the 16th Sec- pened. But, I noticed the bat- noon with a dinosaur-themed wherever their instinct takes loves you. Te amo mas! tion congregation invite everyone to come and be blessed. For more teries in the thermostat where party. His birthday was April them. Also, Brie Ross Riley along out so I just turned it off and information, contact Mae Everett at [email protected]. 30. Later that afternoon, Leigha with her dad, Quincy Ross Sr,. figured I would buy batteries Morning Star to observe World Day of Prayer Later that evening, I joined put Addie in the baby pool so and Quincy Ross attended the the next day and turn it on then. my sister, Carole, and her I went over to play, too. Of college graduation of Jasmin Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church, 312 East Oakland Ave- Bo was over and a few minutes husband, Steve, at Pauline for a course, I took the camera with Ross, daughter of Quincy Ross nue, will be observing World Day of Prayer at 6 p.m. Monday. Host later he complained that he Trivia Night, which was loads me to document the precious Sr. at Mississippi State Univer- pastor D.J. Buffi ngton and the Morning Star congregation invite smelled something strange. I of fun. But, I have to say to moment. sity. She graduated cum laude. everyone to come and be blessed. For more information, contact went in search of that smell and whoever thought up the NCAA It appears the Grosbeaks and Way to go, Jaz. Melanie Rawls at [email protected]. discovered it was coming from Tournament category ... shame Orioles have moved on to wher- By the way, Alexis Hall the central air unit. I removed 16th Section to observe World Day of Prayer on you. It was all in fun and to ever it is they go. I haven’t seen graduated from Florida State the cover and saw a bit of Sixteenth Section Missionary Baptist Church, 3396 U.S. High- raise money for the City Reach University. May God bless you smoke coming from the fan mo- either in my yard for several way 278 East, will be observing World Day of Prayer at 6 p.m. project, though. both as you continue your jour- tor box. Just what I needed! days now. I did startle a newly Monday. Host pastor George Toney III and the 16th Section congre- Sunday morning dawned ney upward. I had just had it worked on fledged Carolina Wren in the gation invite everyone to come and be blessed. For more informa- cool and clear; perfect for a Prayers are going forth for last year and I was very upset shop Sunday afternoon. Poor tion, contact Mae Everett at [email protected]. walk. I got all my gear and set little thing was scared of big ol’ the sick and shut-in. I visited that something was going wrong out down the road. There are briefly with Gwain Hammock Revival Center hosts civic club anniversary again. me and was trying desperately several wild flowers blooming to escape the scary looking and Henry Suber, who’s in Revival Center Church Of God In Christ, 311 South Pine Street, Of course, I suppose when now and I love to photograph rehab at Belle View Estates Re- something like that is over 30 thing trying to catch it. But, will host the Effi e E. Brooks civic club anniversary at 3 p.m. on them when they’re covered in thankfully, it found its way out habilitation and Care Center. Sunday, May 20. This year’s theme is “Women in Living Color” years old things will happen, dew drops. There was only one Prayers and condolences but I was still not happy about and was able to escape the jaws and the guest speaker will be Tira Jones. Club president Josephine bird that would cooperate with of my carnivorous dogs into the to Mrs. Dee Muniz, a former Buffi ngton, host pastor Michael Jones, and the Revival Center con- it. Jason was outside mowing me and the camera, an Indigo Spanish teacher at Drew Central my yard and Bo went to get him safety of a nearby tree. gregation invite all to attend. For more information, contact Brenda Bunting, so I mostly got shots That’s my news for this week. School, whose mother passed Binns at [email protected]. to let him look at it. Jason came of flowers. from this life Saturday morning. in and looked at it but he knows Until next time, please be safe, Revival set at Fountain Hill church On the walk back though I be happy and take time to enjoy Also, to the Austin family nothing about that sort of thing heard a Baltimore Oriole (they of St. Louis. Charles Austin, and be thankful for God’s mar- Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Fountain Hill will so he just turned off the fan have disappeared from the grandson of the late Ben Austin velous creation. host its annual King James Revival on Wednesday through Friday, switch and the breaker connect- house) and soon saw a couple and nephew of Sherry Green, May 23-25. Intercessory prayer will begin at 6:30 p.m. and wor- ed to the unit. in the pecan tree there at the old who passed, too. Our prayers ship service at 7 p.m. nightly. Quintin C. Radford, pastor of King- Bo’s daddy knows something house place. I was able to ob- are with you at such a time as dom Authority Christian Ministries of Gurdon, will be the speaker. about those kinds of things and, serve them for quite awhile but WILMAR this. For more information, contact Deborah Daniels at deborahdan- after contacting him, he was when I saw it was getting close I visited with my granddaugh- [email protected]. kind enough to come look at it a to time for church I skedaddled CHRIS RILEY ter, Keidra Riley Rush, and son, Plan to visit ‘The Shed;’ note time change couple of days later. Thankfully, on to the house. This is the day the Lord has little Riley Rush, in Little Rock The Hackett’s Family Gospel Singing Shed, 1000 West Speedway it was only a small, inexpensive Bethel enjoyed improved made. I will rejoice and be as they were returning from the in Dermott (at the intersection of U.S. highways 165 and 65, just part so I went to town Saturday attendance this week. It was so glad in it. Thanks be to God homegoing of Ava Williams. north of Dermott), will feature different Southern gospel groups at 2 morning and bought the part good to see everyone in God’s for bittersweet days. Homego- Prayers for James and Alpha p.m. on the second Saturday of each month in 2018. This weekend’s and he came over that afternoon house to worship Him and learn ing services for Ava Williams Ambrose. to install it and it worked like featured artists are Faith Journey from Branson, Mo. Admission is more about Him. Bro. Kevin, were held Saturday in Fort Brooks Chapel will be in re- a charm! Thanks, Jay Ham- Bro. Justin, Buck, Sis. Cheryl, vival. No one got me the dates, free. Refreshments will be served in the fellowship hall after the sing- Smith. She was the mother of ing. For more information, contact Denon Weaver at 870-367-6852. mock. You are a godsend. Stephanie, Karen and I sang but watch for flyers. I saw Clint Eubanks and Kim “Broken Pieces,” which went my daughter-in-law, Charlotte I talked by phone with my Fifth Thursday singings in 2018 in Walmart Saturday and he told right along with Bro. Kevin’s Williams Riley. The homegoing niece Barbara Dokes and my Every fi fth Thursday in 2018, the Joyce Pevey Fifth Thursday me about some strange ducks message, “Raised For Righ- services for Christine How- granddaughter Tish Riley Pat- Night Singing at the Campground will begin at 7 p.m. at Mt. Pleas- his wife had seen at their pond. teousness,” taken from Isaiah ard, grandmother of my two terson of South Bend, Ind. ant (Campground) United Methodist Church, 194 Campground I asked him to have Miranda 45:8-13. granddaughters in South Bend, Now until we meet again by Road near Monticello. The remaining dates are May 31, Aug. 30 send me some photos, which After church, I was out on Ind. were held Wednesday at paper and pen, reach out and and Nov. 29. The program will continue until about 8:30 p.m. This she did later that day. The ducks the porch talking on the phone Alford’s Mortuary there in touch. Lend a hand if you can, is a time of class singing with directors choosing songs they would were Black-bellied Whistling when I heard the distinct sound South Bend. you will be blessed! like to hear their classes sing. There will be several special perfor- mances mixed in with the class singing and a time of refreshments and fellowship following the singing. Everyone is welcome to at- yourselves doers of the word, three steps will work for you as Larry Clements is the senior tend. For more information, contact Ab Pevey at 870-723-5306 or DEVOTIONAL and not merely hearers who de- well. adult pastor at Pauline Mission- 870-367-3849, or Kay Berryman at 870-367-3690. lude themselves” (James 1:22). • Practice a daily quiet time ary Baptist Church, 909 North Continued from Page 2B Ongoing As Joshua spent quality time of reading the Bible. Hyatt Street in Monticello, and in Scripture, meditated on it and • Meditate on a verse or two is the Advance-Monticellonian’s Pentecostal Faith having church sale obedience,o to nod toward the lived it out in practical ways, that is significant to you. new devotional writer. Look for Pentecostal Faith Church Of God In Christ, 111 Briarcliff Street, vvalue of doing something good, he led the people of Israel to • Then obey the desires of his contributions weekly. You will be having a church sale on Saturdays. Items include Michael aand yet fail to do it. Doing victory while God made his way God for your life. can contact him by email at Kor purses, small handbags, two microwaves, two small refrigera- GGod’s will is the most important prosperous and granted him No matter what happens [email protected]. tors, a gas stove, a dishwasher, a television set, Timberland boots ppart of Christian service. James good success. God will consider the results a He would love to hear from and men’s medium-sized suits, jackets, shirts and pants. There will ccommands believers to “prove If you want success, these success. readers. be other items as well. For more information, contact Pastor Robert Marshall Sr. at 870-281-4863. Yard sale items needed Rev. Janie Smith, pastor of Friendship Pentecostal Church of Advance-Monticellonian: Just in Time for Spring God, 620 North Conley Street, is accepting all unwanted yard sale items in good condition—large or small. Rev. Smith hosts yard Check out the sales regularly at her home at 1033 East Jackson Avenue. All pro- Serving Drew County Green House Model! ceeds raised from the sales go to Friendship Pentecostal. For more information, contact Rev. 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The heat brought her home. there are several around Monticello)—and you want to write about Generous Heart. Lesson scrip- and whatever other May day is upon us. We are going to get Visitors in the Leola and Ra- your particular area of the world, contact Editor Harold Coggins at ture, Exodus 25; 1-7; 35; 4-29, you may celebrate. I hope your close to the 90-degree mark this chel Pace home during the week 870-367-5325, via email at [email protected], by U.S. Leviticus 27, 30, 33; 2 Corin- week has been an awesomely week—if not higher. were Mark Pace, Susan Wis- mail at P.O. Box 486, Monticello 71657 or just drop by the offi ce thians 9:6-8, focus 35, 20-29, 2 blessed one. This is news from last week. hard, Roxanne Karnes, Brittany during business hours on either Thursdays or Fridays. Let’s dis- Corinthians 9:6-8. Sister Linda I’ve had a fairly quiet week Mrs. Mary Lasiter said that Holthoff, Elaine Ingram, and cuss your participation in our newspaper. Merritt was out due to sickness. this week. Bo had only one ball- her nephew Ronnie Doss came Dale Pace. Pastor Edgar Spencer taught the game and that was last Tuesday down to take her to get cataract Sunday lunch guests in the lesson. He did a great job. and, boy, was it a doozy! Bo surgery. Her son, Benny, was Leola and Rachel Pace home Also, after Sunday school played first base, which I think supposed to take her, but he had were Della Knight; Mark and guys were playing basketball, from Revelation the fourth Pastor Edgar, Sister Betty is his best position, and he was some problems getting here. Chris Pace; Dale and Dayton and some people had the grills chapter, but the service shifted, Hardin, Charlie Smith and catching every ball that came She appreciated him taking her. Pace; Roxanne Karnes; Blain, going, people were under the and the Holy Spirit came in so Ivanell went over to the Baptist his way. That boy was on fire Mrs. Wanda Reaves has also Sarah, and Aida Pearce; and pavilion playing music and strong, and the anointing fell on Church. They have a new pastor and we were lovin’ it! The other had some help with trying to get Andy Williams. people were dancing. No one us and all we could do was go and wife, Mr. and Mrs. Ephraim team gave them a run for their her medical issues resolved. Her Dwyla and Megan Gifford was arguing nor fighting, just into a higher spiritual rim with Johnson of Hamburg. We were money but once the Braves daughter, Rhonda Kohnen, came went to North Carolina for a everyone getting along having God, we were crying, speaking blessed with a blessed word. decided to play they came out home to take her to a few ap- visit with Karl and Matthew a great time in peace. When we in tongues, praying and rejoic- His thought was from Psalm playing hard and ended up pointments. When she left, her Gifford. got back home we enjoyed the ing in the Lord. What a mighty 46, the subject was, “A Perfect winning the game 15-9. Bo also sister, Lou Reaves, helped out. God bless everyone. rest of the evening watching our move of God, He took us to Place.” won the game ball. This game Since she missed the fifth Sun- favorite movie marathon west- another level in that service. Visiting was Bro. Johnsons about gave us all a heart attack, day, someone from the church erns of Clint Eastwood. Scripture for the week is: Evangelist Betty Johnson and but it was all good in the end. brought her a plate from the I was sorry to hear the 2 Corinthians 9:6 KJV - “He Leander Jenkins. The next day, I took lunch cookout. Also, her cousin Viv- GUESTHOUSE passing of Mrs. Lorena Sand- which soweth sparingly shall Our visitors were Mrs. Jan out to school and ate with Bo. ian Brewster brought her some CLARA CATER erlin Gates and her funeral was reap also sparingly; and he Tiner and her friend. Sorry, Wednesday night Kid’s Church much-needed supplies. She was Tuesday May 8, at 10 a.m. at which soweth bountifully shall Mrs. Tiner, I forgot their name. went well and I was able to get appreciative of them all. First Baptist church 413 North reap also bountifully.” God Happy birthday wishes Mrs. more puppet practice under our I also ran into Vivian Brew- There will be no GuestHouse Main St. Monticello. Interment welcomes the offerings of those Betty Hardin, (May 10), Mrs. belts. ster last week in Barton’s. She news this week. Clara Cater had at Union Ridge Cemetery. To who give with generous and Mary Minor, (May 10), Regina I had some appointments said that Uncle James “Son” other obligations. Her column the family, friends, and loved cheerful hearts. Johnson, (May 11), our grand- Thursday and took the day off Brewster is doing good for will resume next week. ones, you all have my prayers Everyone have a blessed and son Carmyn E Jones, (May 13), and found myself at Lake Mon- someone who is 94. It was good and condolences. 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ADVANCE-MONTICELLONIAN | mymonticellonews.net Wednesday, May 9, 2018 1C CONTACT US Harold Coggins, Sports Editor 870-367-5325 SPORTS [email protected] DISAPPOINTING DIAMOND DISPLAY Billies, Lady Billies fall in 4A South fi rst round; GAC champ Weevils end seasons earlier than either team wanted bounced from tourney

BY HAROLD COGGINS that same score. The Panthers BY HAROLD COGGINS [email protected] had advanced by drubbing 8-4A [email protected] second seed Star City 10-1 in For two teams normally still the first round. Ashdown lost After winning the Great Amer- playing at this point in the to Malvern 12-5 in the regional ican Conference regular-season spring, the members of Mon- championship. title, the University of Arkan- ticello’s baseball and softball Warren will face Shiloh Chris- sas at Monticello baseball team squads must be wondering what tian from Springdale, the No. 2 could not have picked a worse to do with all the extra time on seed from 4A North, at 5:30 p.m. time to suffer its longest losing their collective hands. The Bil- Thursday in the first round of the streak of the spring. No slump lies and Lady Billies were both state championships. Ashdown is good but when it comes at the ousted from last weekend’s will play Gosnell at 3 p.m. and end of any season, teams gener- Class 4A South tournament in Nashville will be pitted against ally suffer more consequences. the first round, meaning neither Dardanelle at 10 a.m. Just ask the Diamond Boll would advance to the state tour- In softball, two 8-4A teams— Weevils, whose 2018 season nament—for only the second DeWitt and Star City—made it abruptly came to a close in Enid, time in the past seven years. out of the first round but only Okla., last weekend. Not only Host Malvern, the No. 4 seed the Dragonettes conquered a did UAM not defend its back-to- from 4A, District 7, got the bet- school from 7-4A past those back GAC Tournament champi- ter of the Billies 6-5 in the open- opening games. DeWitt, the top onships but the Weevils proba- ing game of the baseball tour- seed from 8-4A, got past 7-4A bly missed out on advancing to nament last Thursday morning, No. 4 seed Mena 8-2 Thursday their third straight NCAA Cen- and 7-4A winner Bauxite topped and Nashville, the 7-4A run- tral Region Tournament. the Lady Billies 8-1 in softball ner-up, 1-0 Friday but ran into Entering the tournament that afternoon. That made Mon- the buzzsaw that was the Lady ranked No. 8 in the Central Re- ticello’s final baseball record Miners in Saturday’s regional gion, UAM will learn its post- 18-7; softball suffered through championship, falling 15-0. season fate during the NCAA. its worst year in several springs, Star City, the second seed from com Selection Show, scheduled ending 2018 at 11-15. 8-4A, ended 7-4A No. 3 seed to be seen on livestream at 9 If it’s any consolation to Mon- Ashdown’s season on Thursday p.m. Sunday. Only the top eight ticello baseball coach Trevor by 4-3 score and actually gave will advance. Durham and softball coach Sarah Bauxite a run for its money be- Following two losses at the Pace—and it’s likely not—both fore ending up on the short end hands of rival Southern Arkansas the Malvern baseball team and of a 2-1 final. Nashville beat the University in the last two games the Bauxite softball team went Lady Bulldogs 12-9 in Satur- of the regular season, top-seed- on to win 4A South champion- day’s third-place game. ed UAM lasted only two games ships. By winning the regional The other first-round score in the GAC Tournament at Da- tournament, each team drew a was Nashville blanking Cros- vid Allen Ballpark. Southwest- first-round bye in the state tour- sett, the No. 3 seed from 8-4A, ern Oklahoma State University, naments, which begin Thursday 11-0. In the state tournament, the No. 6 seed, quickly sent the in Nashville. DeWitt will play Lonoke, the Weevils into the losers’ bracket Besides the host Leopards, the fourth seed from 4A North, at 3 with a 13-8 decision Saturday schools advancing to the state p.m. Thursday while Star City afternoon. Then, eventual tour- baseball tournament includ- must face 4A North runner-up nament winner SAU gave UAM ed only one from Monticello’s Pottsville at 5:30 p.m. The other an early boot from tournament 8-4A. No. 3 seed Warren explod- game involving a team from 4A play, winning 15-6 on Sunday. ed past Pulaski Joe T. Robinson, South will be Nashville squaring The Weevils, who dropped the second seed from 7-4A, 11-4 off against Pea Ridge at 12:30 seven of their last eight contests on Thursday but found out how p.m. and 10 of their last 13, ended the good Malvern can be—especial- The Billies and Lady Billies 2018 season with a 30-19 over- ly at home—in Friday’s semifi- went into the 8-4A tournaments all record—the fifth time in head nals, losing 16-5. as top seeds from the Arkansas coach John Harvey’s eight years The Lumberjacks fared some- Activities Association’s “blend- UAM had won at least 30 games. what better in the regional third- ed” 12-3A4A two weeks ago, Harvey turned around a program place game but still fell 8-7 to and the baseball team made that had suffered through an 7-4A No. 1 seed Nashville. The the most of it—winning the 4A 0-37 season just two years be- Scrappers qualified by shutting South championship. The soft- fore he got to Monticello, post- out Crossett, the fourth seed ball team, which entered district ing 154 victories in his time as tournament play as three-time from 8-4A, 10-0 on Thursday Advance-Monticellonian fi le photos head coach. before getting blanked them- defending 8-4A champions, Against Southwestern, the selves by 7-4A No. 3 seed Ash- BACK FOR ANOTHER TRY UAM’s Jordan Johnson, the GAC’s Freshman of the Year (top), as well as Monticello down in Friday’s semifinals by junior M’Leia Rhodes (bottom left) and sophomore Nick Griffi n will all return to see if they can help their clubs to a See DISAPPOINTMENT Page 2C better fi nish in 2019 than the ones all three just suff ered through this spring. See WEEVILS Page 2C Austin, Russell post top area track marks

BY HAROLD COGGINS somewhat made up for team- [email protected] mate Dadrian Millet besting him in that event at the 4A, District Sometimes in sports, athletes 8 meet a week before. Russell must make quick turnarounds. also scored points for Monticel- Both the Class 4A State Track lo with a 45-0 shot put, good for and Field Championships and seventh place. the 3A state meet were staged Their efforts earned both Aus- Tuesday, May 1—just days af- tin and Russell another competi- ter Monticello and Drew Central tion. Even though they finished competed in district competi- as runners-up in the respective tion. events, the Monticello seniors For some, that only served to will finish their track careers in make them hungrier. Monticello Billie Blue at the 2018 Meet of had a pair of runner-up finishes Champions. Austin was one of at Pocahontas while Drew Cen- 16 girls’ 100 hurdles qualifiers tral gained valuable experience while Russell is in the top 16 for next spring in Jessieville. boys’ discus competitors in The The closest Monticello came Natural State. to an individual 4A title was the “Mariah’s determination to have 15.73 seconds Mariah Austin a good year in track started last clocked in the girls’ 100-meter summer, training for cross coun- Jeff Young/Advance correspondent hurdles. Austin was only .3 sec- try,” Monticello girls’ head coach Jeff Young/Advance correspondent FINISHING IN STYLE Monticello senior Mariah Austin, shown winning the onds from tying for first place. Shawn Curtis said. “She continual- REDEMPTION Monticello senior Camron Russell, the defending 8-4A dis- girls’ 100-meter hurdles in the district fi nals at Monticello, was less than half The Billies’ Camron Russell ly put in the work throughout cross cus champion, was upset by teammate Dadrian Millet in the district fi nals a second away from a victory in that event at the Class 4A State Track and earned Monticello’s second run- country season, then during basket- at Monticello but fi nished second in that event at the Class 4A State Track Field Championships last week at Pocahontas, earning her a trip to Satur- ner-up placing when he threw and Field Championships last week at Pocahontas, earning him a trip to day’s Meet of Champions at Lake Hamilton. the boys’ discus 138 feet and See TRACK Page 2C Saturday’s Meet of Champions at Lake Hamilton. Just when you think NBA couldn’t get any worse, league surprises you

Those of you who have followed my worthy, however, it’s worth mentioning. least some education outside the boundar- DeRozan adds: “We all go through it. I own and just elevate this conversation so columns since I’ve been sports editor know Not too many professional leagues would ies of the court, fi eld or pitch, but the pro- don’t care who you are.” that we can reach more people and hope- I really don’t like the NBA much—until the have the idea nor too many athletes the fessional basketball has begun a program After those opening statements, both fully more people feel comfortable asking Finals. With apologies to all the basketball courage to produce the latest public ser- called “NBA Cares.” According to the players extol the benefi ts of good mental for and getting help. coaches and those who can’t live without vice announcement I watched. league’s website (nba.com), “NBA Cares health. “The best thing that I did was to “We recognize the importance of phys- the sport around town, it’s simply not inter- My wife is a mental health therapist and is the league’s global social responsibility come out and say, ‘Hey look, I need some ical fi tness and what we also recognize esting to me. even she (if she broke down and watched program that builds on the NBA’s mission help,’ ” Love says. “Never be ashamed is that we want kids to be mentally fi t as To be truthful, it’s it) would be impressed by the NBA’s of addressing important social issues.” of wanting to be a better you,” DeRozan well. In some cases, that includes eating kind of like the Major promotion of mental wellness. I guess it’s And there’s not many “important social says. “Period.” right, sleeping well, dealing with anxiety, League Baseball reg- because their teams were playing each issues” in our world today than being men- In an interview with The Toronto Star managing stress and asking for help when ular season—except other in the Eastern Conference semifi nals tally healthy. Again, pulling from the web- earlier this season, DeRozan opened up you need it. We have these programs that that I grew up on the (until Cleveland swept Toronto Monday site, “The NBA supports our fans, families about his depression, and in a straightfor- kids are connected to and we know our St. Louis Cardinals night), but what the Cavaliers’ Kevin Love and communities by promoting healthy ward essay on theplayerstribute.com, Love messaging can be broader and can help kids and thus would follow and the Raptors’ DeMar DeRozan teamed minds and bodies and increasing awareness wrote about his anxiety and panic attacks. themselves and really help each other.” every pitch if I could. up to do gives me hope the leagues isn’t around emotional well-being. We are all on In searching about what NBA offi cials “Our goal is to make sure our players HAROLD I suppose all sports are all about three-point shots and slam dunks. the same team when it comes to looking had to say about the PSA, I came across have access to the best resources possible.” COGGINS like that; fans just pick It puts in perspective than basketball (and out for each other and making a difference these comments from Kathy Behrens, the “This campaign, we know that it will be COG’S CORNER their favorites and all all other sports we love) is just a game. for someone who is struggling.” NBA’s president of social responsibility helpful. Speaking out is inspiring others to others take a back seat. The two All-Stars recently revealed The candidness of Love and DeRozan and player programs, on usatoday.com: think about the issues they might be dealing Granted, those that don their struggles with mental health and now in the latest PSA underscore that fact. Both “The impact (Love and DeRozan) are and to ensure they’re getting help.” NBA uniforms are among the best athletes have teamed up for a PSA that will run are extremely open about their stresses having is enormous, and I think they both While Love and DeRozan might not in the world—but you can say that about throughout May, which is Mental Health and strains of everyday life. You can see a recognize it’s enormous. They have shared have the star power of LeBron James or elite athletes in any sport (with the possible Awareness Month. They, along with the potion of the PSA on the website. it’s beyond anything they expected. Our Steph Curry, their message is every bit as exception of cricket; I’ve never seen much NBA, are putting the spotlight on the im- Love opens the 30-second spot by objective is to reach as many kids and powerful as if (fi ll in the blank here with about that sport I like or understand). portance of mental health and well-being. admitting, “I think everyone walks around families as we possibly can to support your all-time favorite NBA player) had When the NBA does something note- Not that other sports aren’t providing at with something you can’t see.” And what Kevin and DeMar are doing on their said it. 2C | Wednesday, May 9, 2018 SPORTS Advance-Monticellonian | mymonticellonews.net | 870-367-5325

moved up to second base on ner (2-for-5) and Weiss (2-for-5) UAM’s offensive star, going 3-for- WEEVILS the error, caused Southwest- all joined Rowton with multi-hit 4, while Weiss, Rios, Rowton and SPORTS BRIEFS ern to change pitchers. Drake games against the Bulldogs. On Garrett Dodd each collected two Continued from Page 1C Rowton greeted the new hurler the mound, All-American Braden hits against SAU. Marlins open registration with UAM’s fourth consecu- Chambers suffered his fi rst loss Prior to the start of this year’s Weevils lost a 6-1 lead after the The Monticello Marlins Swim Team is open for girls and boys tive single, sending Johnson to of 2018; the Fordyce native was tournament, the Weevils earned fifth inning to fall into the los- third. After the first out of the still a stellar 28-6 in his four years GAC awards worthy of the regu- ages 5-18. The Marlins are a summer-only competitive swim team. ers’ bracket, where the Mulerid- Swimmers will work on perfecting the basic strokes of freestyle, inning, Austin Brakebill reached wearing Kelly Green and White. lar-season champion. ers used a seven-run outburst in on a fielder’s choice that forced What had to be a deflat- Harvey was named Coach of breaststroke, butterfl y stroke and backstroke. the top of the sixth to send UAM Registration will be from 3:30-7 p.m. both Thursday, May 10 and Rowton at second but allowed ed UAM squad took the field the Year and Johnson was named packing earlier than pretty much Johnson to score the fourth run against its rival the next day and Freshman of the Year, as well as Friday, May 11 at Dr. Tim Chase Municipal City Pool in McCloy everybody expected. Park. Cost for registration is $135 per swimmer. Registration in- of the inning. was never really in the contest. being selected honorable men- In the first tournament game, Brakebill went to second on The Muleriders, who won their tion All-GAC. cludes a team shirt, Amateur Athletic Union registration fees, AAU Southwestern struck first with insurance, practices and South Arkansas Swim Association meet a balk, where Brady Weiss sin- fifth GAC Tournament title In total, UAM mustered 14 one run in the top of the fourth gled him home. Unfortunately by drubbing Oklahoma Bap- conference baseball awards, in- fees. Some meets will have additional fees (e.g., AAU Qualifi er but the Diamond Weevils erased meet and SASA Champs meet). for UAM, after Ray scored on a tist University 16-3 Tuesday, cluding three members—second that deficit quickly in the bottom New swimmers must be able to swim 25 yards across the pool bases-loaded walk in the bottom jumped out to a 2-0 lead in the baseman Rios, first baseman of the frame. Brian Ray walked any way they can. New swimmer tryouts will be during the fi rst day of the fifth, the wheels fell off top of the second and were never Wagner and outfielder Ray—of of practice, and those participants are asked to attend registration to start the rally, moved to sec- for the Weevils. threatened. The Weevils could the All-GAC first team. Short- so the Marlins may get contact information to inform those partic- ond on a wild pitch and came The next time the GAC regu- manage only single runs in the stop Dodd and utility player ipants of the tryout date. Swimmers previously on the team do not home on Sean Wagner’s single lar-season champs could push a run fourth, fifth and ninth, added to Weiss were second-team selec- need to tryout again. to tie the game at 1. across the plate was the bottom of a three-run rally in the bottom of tions; designated hitter Dylan Practice times will be announced as soon as the pool is avail- Wagner advanced 90 feet the eighth on a Weiss single but, by the eighth but SAU had the game Borman and relief pitcher Daw- able. Competitions will be held on Saturdays. The South Arkansas when Andres Rios slapped a sin- that time, Southwestern had scored well in hand by then. son Moser joined Johnson as Swim Association is sanctioned under the AAU. SASA meets are gle to left field. As Jordan John- 12 runs to put the game away. Rios Three of UAM’s runs were honorable mention picks. held throughout South Arkansas. To compete in the SASA Champs son collected UAM’s third hit accounted for the fi nal UAM run in long balls. Ray got the Weevils Weiss, Dodd and Ray were meet, competitors must swim in two SASA meets prior to the SASA in a row, Wagner crossed home the bottom of the ninth with a one- on the board with a solo homer in All-Defensive team honorees Champs meet. plate and, when the SWOSU out solo home run. the fourth, Rowton followed with and Nicholas Duthu was one The 2018 summer meet schedule includes: June 2 at Monticel- left fielder had trouble fielding Offensively, UAM was led by a solo shot in the fi fth and Weiss of eight Distinguished Schol- lo; June 9 at Ouachita Baptist University in Arkadelphia; June 16 Johnson’s single, Rios followed. Rowton’s 3-for-5 afternoon at added a two-run dinger in the bot- ar-Athletes among the 12 con- at Warren; June 23 at Monticello; June 30 at OBU; July 6-8 at El The hit by Johnson, who the plate. Rios (2-for-4), Wag- tom of the eighth. Brakebill was ference schools. Dorado AAU All-Star meet (an AAU Junior Olympics qualifi er); July 14 at Warren; and July 20-21 at the SASA Championships in Monticello. The Billies narrowed the gap with one run “I’m proud of the team for finishing first DISAPPOINTMENT in the bottom of the fifth, an RBI double (in 12-3A4A) going into the district tour- UAM cheer, mascot tryouts set off the bat of sophomore Reid Merrell that nament,” Pace said. “We’ve been back and Continued from Page 1C The University of Arkansas at Monticello cheer program has an- scored junior Grant Jeffers, who had been hit forth all year, but I was confident in the team nounced tryouts for the week of June 5-9 for those interested in by a pitch earlier (one of three on the day for being successful in postseason—however, joining the team for the 2018-19 year. weren’t so lucky—two losses sent Monticel- Jeffers). that was not the case. Finishing fourth in the lo into the 4A South tournament as the No. The mandatory material clinic is from 5-7 p.m. on Tuesday, June 5. Monticello simply ran out of time, scoring district tournament put us playing one of the 4 seed. Prospective new cheerleaders need to arrive by 4:30 p.m. for check- two runs in the bottom of the seventh on bas- best pitchers in the state. We had too many Unfortunately for Monticello fans, it in. Physical tryouts will be conducted at 9 a.m. on Saturday, June 9. es-loaded walks issued to Jaggers and Ste- didn’t matter whether their teams were the errors. I will miss this group of seniors, but All workouts will be held at the UAM Indoor Practice Facility. phenson. That would have tied the game and wish them all the best.” Preregistration through June 5 and is $25 per participant. Late first regional seed or the last, the results were the same. sent it into extra innings but Malvern scored In baseball, Gilliam, Brice Stafford, Ryan registration is $40 per participant after the deadline. Participants what turned out to be the game winner in the Lambert and Mason Philley all played their will be evaluated on June 9 on interactions with others, perfor- “I’m proud of the team for winning a con- ference championship,” Durham said. “I top of the final frame. final game in Billie Blue at Malvern, but mance, appearance, attitude, skills and overall impression. If any As Durham pointed out, the Billies had the future certainly looks bright for Durham potential participants live a great distance away, UAM does accept thought we got a tough break drawing one of the better pitchers in the state on his home a chance to advance but left 12 runners on as 14 players on his 27-man roster were ei- video tryouts. Those must be emailed or sent by text by Thursday, base, at least one in every inning. Freshman ther freshman or sophomores (seven in each June 7. field (Malvern’s Demias Jimerson). We completed and never quit—and had a chance Michael Martens was Monticello’s leading class). Looking to lead the way next spring, The tryout form and waiver form must be completed to be eligi- hitter, going 2-for-4. Nine Billies struck out along with Gabriel Martens and Jeffers, ble to tryout. Candidates must also bring a front and back copy of to win it, but just came up one run short.” After surrendering one run to the Leop- but they were helped by six walks and four are juniors Austin Norman, Grant Jeffers, their insurance card, proof of admittance to UAM and an unoffi cial hit by pitches. Mason Morgan, Gabriel Martens, Colton transcript. ards in the top of the first inning, the Billies bounced back to score a pair in the bottom of Across the way, the Lady Billies had no Oltmann, Cade Chambers, Dallas Harvey, Mascot tryouts will be held at 1 p.m. on June 9 in the UAM IPF such luck. After a two-out solo home run by Brayden Knapp and Braylen Owens look to for both the Blossom and Weezy mascots. Candidates for both the the frame to assume a short-lived advantage. senior Emmalee Satterlee gave Monticello be the backbone of a 2019 squad that will cheer squad and either mascot must present a clean-cut image to Freshman Phillip Stephenson reached on an the advantage in the top of the first inning, hopefully return to statewide prominence be selected. Body piercings, tattoos, and extreme hairstyles are not error by the Malvern catcher to start the rally the Lady Miners shut the scoring door tight accepted at tryouts. Candidates must remove all jewelry and cover before sophomore Nick Griffin walked and next spring. tattoos. Selected mascots will receive scholarship money. senior Logan Gilliam was safe on a fielder’s while putting up two runs in the bottom of In softball, Pace must bid farewell to For more information about either the cheer squad or being a choice that loaded the bases. Junior Gabri- the second, five more in the third and add- Satterlee, Anna Wright and Jordyn Nowlen UAM mascot, contact Krystal Shipp at 479-264-2927 or Julie el Martens then put the Billies ahead with ing their final run in the bottom of the fifth. but looks to have the same pleasant situa- Barnes at 870-723-3267. a single that scored Stephenson and Griffin. Bauxite took advantage of five Lady Billie tion as does Durham. Eleven players on her By the time Monticello was able to plate errors, giving Monticello a season fielding 20-person roster were either freshmen or Winter Player of the Year awards announced another run, though, Malvern led 5-1 and percentage of .895, something Pace said has sophomores; Monticello seems to be going The Arkansas Activities Association, in partnership with Wen- was pretty much coasting behind its ace. to be fixed before next spring. nowhere in 8-4A in either sport. dy’s, recently announced the 2018 Winter Wendy’s Player of the Year Awards. These student athletes were chosen based on their ath- letic performances this year. with a time of 51.84. tin, 11th in the girls’ 300 hurdles high jump (6-4); Lakeside’s This is the fi fth year for the Wendy’s Player of the Year Awards. TRACK “Our kids did awesome,” Cur- (54.26); Guerrero, 13th in the boys’ Dewayne Williams was first in tis said. “I have said it before, 3,200 (11:38.64); Millet, 13th in the 110 hurdles (15.15); Takeon A total of 23 athletes will be selected from the sports of golf, ten- Continued from Page 1C nis, volleyball, cross country, competitive dance, competitive cheer, but to see the growth in these the boys’ discus (104-8); De’zan- Holliday of Junction City won football, swimming, wrestling, bowling, basketball, softball, base- young athletes both physically nae Youngblood, 14th in the girls’ the 100 (11.22); and the Junction ballb and it continued during track. ball, soccer and track. Each winner will be recognized at the Wen- and mentally is the reason we do pole vault (7-6); and the boys’ City 4x100 relay team placed She conditioned hard and worked dy’s Day of Champions luncheon at the Holiday Inn Airport Con- and love this job. 4x800 relay team of Clair, Guer- first (43.70). ono mechanical issues throughout ference Center in Little Rock on May 21. “Mariah ran her best race of the rero, Roddrick Jackson and J’Von Other 8-4A boys’ squads that thet spring. It has all come together The winter winners are: Trinity White of Rogers Heritage in girls’ year. She gave the girl from Pea Green, which ran 13th (9.22.35). scored points in Northeast Arkan- rightr when it needed to. I am proud bowling; Hunter Humphries of Fort Smith Southside in boys’ bowl- Ridge a run for her money. Even The highlight performanc- sas were Hamburg, which tied for ofo her and look forward to seeing ing; Olivia Keith of Fayetteville in girls’ swimming; Jack Little of with the loss of a great group of se- es at both meets were turned in 22nd with fi ve points, and Star Valley View in boys’ swimming; Layne Hatcher of Pulaski Acade- whatw the future holds for her.” by athletes from Monticello’s City, tied for 29th place with one. The final high school meet of niors, there are bright spots in the my in wrestling; Christyn Williams of Central Arkansas Christian in returning of distance runner Lauro and Drew Central’s confer- Hamburg’s girls represented Mon- girls’ basketball; and Isaac McBride of Baptist Preparatory School thet Arkansas season will be run ences. Hamburg’s Tiana Wilson ticello’s district with 38 points and ata Lake Hamilton High School Guerrero and sprinter Amaya Sell- in boys’ basketball. ers for next year’s team.” swept the girls’ 100 (11.90), 200 fi nished fi fth; other league schools ini Pearcy on Saturday. The gath- (24.60) and 400 (58.74) in Poca- were Warren (18th with 13 points), GAC softball awards presented ering of champions from all sev- The girls finished 16th as a hontas. The district turned two Star City (19th with 11) and De- en Arkansas Activities Associa- team with 16.5 points while The Great American Conference announced its softball All-Con- other 4A victories when Cros- Witt (tied for 31st with two). tiont qualifications (plus the next Russell’s 10 points helped the ference teams and superlative awards before its recent conference sett’s 4x100 girls’ relay team At Jessieville, Prescott’s boys ninen best performances in event Billies end up 18th. Pea Ridge tournament in Bentonville. Southern Arkansas University’s Brooke clocked 50.50 and the Lady Ea- (106 points) and Rivercrest’s girls event, regardless of classifica- dominated the girls’ division, Goad and Victoria Taylor won the Player of the Year and Pitcher gles’ Jaylynn Hampton cleared (84) claimed state championships. tion)t will begin at 1 p.m.; Rus- scoring 106 points to sec- of the Year awards while their coach, Jason Anderson, claimed the 4-11 in the girls’ high jump. Other 8-3A teams represented in sell will compete at 3 p.m. and ond-place Crossett’s 53 while Coach of the Year accolade. Southeastern Oklahoma State Univer- Lake Village Lakeside’s the scoring column were Junc- AustinA at 5:30 p.m. the Eagles won their 24th boys’ sity’s Kelsey Meeks and Elexis Watson received the Newcomer of Giselle Gonzalez ran just .11 off tion City (second, 67); McGehee “Camron has worked very hard state title by scoring 70 points. the Year and Freshman of the Year honors. her 3A state record in the girls’ (fourth, 58); Lakeside (19th, 22); ono tying to perfect his craft in the At the 3A meet in Jessieville, The record-setting Goad established NCAA Division II all-time 200 in Jessieville when she won discus,”d Monticello boys’ head Drew Central took only one en- and Smackover (tied for 18th, standards for home runs and walks and enters the postseason need- trant—the girls’ 4x800 relay in 25.78. Gonzalez also won the eight) in the boys’ division, and ing one home run to tie the DII single-season mark, 28. In addition coachc Seth Oxner noted. “He is team. Juniors Elizabeth Donald- girls’ 100 in 12.39. Lakeside (ninth, 26); Smackover to home runs and walks, she leads the GAC and ranks in the top veryv technical and that’s why he hash been a great thrower for us the son, Jazmyne Orr, Amaya Hunt On the 3A boys’ side, Troy (tied for 15th, 13); and Junction fi ve in the country in on-base percentage, slugging percentage, runs Roberts of McGehee won the City (19th, 10) for the girls. scored and total bases. pastp couple of years. This is his and Gabby Caine clocked 13 Taylor fi nished the regular season with an unblemished record second time being state runner-up minutes, 39.05 seconds to fin- inside the circle, 25-0. No pitcher across all three NCAA Divisions ini discus, as well as his second ished 16th of 17 teams. owns more wins without a defeat than Taylor. She leads the GAC timet going to the Meet of Champs. “My kids gave me what they had with a 1.16 earned run average, a .199 batting average against and I am very proud of Camron for his in themselves in the state meet, just Ugly six shutouts. She ranks second with 188 strikeouts and ranks sixth hardh work and determination. His like they did all year,” Drew Cen- Virtual in the country in strikeout-walk ratio. careerc best is 139-11; this weekend tral head coach Andy Werb noted. With Taylor, Goad and Anderson claiming the GAC Pitcher, wew are trying to hit the 140-plus “I am super proud of these four ju- Dust- Player and Coach of the Year awards, the Lady Muleriders join the mark.”m niors, and the rest of our track ath- Floors? 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BY JIM BREWER time as the Ozark Region’s 2018 women’s all-around UAM Director of Media Relations champion. The College National Finals Rodeo is where the The 2018 College National Finals Rodeo will in- NIRA crowns individual event and team champions. clude a contingent of three tough, talented women Individual events include saddle bronc riding, bare- from the University of Arkansas at Monticello. back riding, bull riding, tie-down roping, steer wres- Abby Searcy of Monticello, Jessica Rowland of Hot tling, team roping, barrel racing, breakaway roping and Springs and Whitney DeSalvo of Springfi eld (Con- goat tying. Team national championships are awarded way County) will represent UAM when the nation’s for both men’s and women’s teams with over 400 cow- top collegiate cowboys and cowgirls gather in Casper, boys and cowgirls from more than 100 universities and Wyo. on June 10-16. colleges competing. Searcy is making her third trip to the CNFR, this The UAM women’s team fi nished second in the time as the reigning season-long barrel racing champi- 2018 Ozark Region standings, earning the right to on of the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association’s compete as a team at the CNFR. The top two teams Ozark Region. She placed fourth at last year’s CNFR from each region receive automatic qualifying spots in after having fi nished 10th as a sophomore. the national fi nals. Searcy, Rowland and DeSalvo will DeSalvo is making her second trip to the CNFR, her be competing as individuals and as a team. fi rst for UAM and will compete in both team roping “I’m really proud of these girls,” UAM rodeo coach UAM Media Services photo and breakaway roping. DeSalvo earned a trip to the na- Rusty Jones said. “They’ve performed well all season REPRESENTING UAM From left to right, Whitney DeSalvo of Springfi eld (Conway County), Abby Searcy of Mon- tional fi nals last year at Cossatot Community College and have earned the right to compete with the best.” ticello and Jessica Rowland of Hot Springs will participate in the College National Finals Rodeo in Casper, Wyo. of the University of Arkansas in De Queen. Rowland The College National Finals Rodeo will be available during the week of June 10-16. will also head to Wyoming for the second time, this for viewing live using the WatchESPN app June 13-16.

RAZORBACK ROUNDUP Soft ball Razorbacks to face Kentucky in SEC fi rst round today

Special to the Advance 2010. each. 12 USAG All-America honors. Arkansas (37-14, 12-12 SEC) Armbrust’s beam squad has set Soccer adds former Notre Having tallied the program’s is the No. 7 seed in this week’s two of the three highest scores in Dame standout to staff highest Southeastern Conference SEC Tournament which begins to- program history on the balance wins total since 2013, the Universi- day in Columbia, Mo. This marks beam with a 49.425 against Geor- A former four-year standout cen- ty of Arkansas softball team will be Arkansas’ 11th appearance in the gia and a 49.400 against Arizona. ter back for the University of Notre the No. 7 seed in this week’s SEC conference tournament and second In 13-of-14 meets this season, she Dame, Sammy Scofi eld was named Tournament and play 20th-ranked straight under Deifel. The team’s has coached the group to event assistant coach for the Razorback and No. 10 seed Kentucky in to- 12 SEC wins are the program’s scores of 49.000 or higher. Last soccer team by head coach Colby day’s fi rst round. The 2018 SEC most since the 2013 season. season, the Razorbacks posted a Hale last Friday morning. Scofi eld Softball Tournament will be played Baseball time change 49.000 event score on beam in just comes from Elon University where at the Mizzou Softball Stadium in for regular-season fi nale six-of-12 meets. she spent the last two seasons. Columbia, Mo. Griffeth, who was an assistant Scofi eld was a four-year mono- The 7-10 matchup between Ar- Arkansas baseball will have one pionships, Salazar enters postseason named the South Central Region’s coach at Texas Woman’s Universi- gram winner for the Irish during kansas and Kentucky will be the more regular-season game in front with a career mark of 86-30 (.741) Assistant Coach of the Year follow- ty and joined the staff in the fall of her playing career from 2011-14 second game of the opening round of a national audience next week as in singles, the third-best career win- ing Arkansas’ regional in Colum- 2017, is charged with coaching the and was a cornerstone for Notre and is set for a 1:30 p.m. fi rst pitch the series fi nale at the University of ning percentage in school history. bus, Ohio this past April. team’s vault group. This past sea- Dame’s defense at center back as on the SEC Network and through Georgia has been picked up by the This season, Salazar is 24-10 Charged with coaching the son, the Razorbacks ranked inside she didn’t miss a match in her fi rst the WatchESPN app. SEC Network as part of the Wild- overall, including an 18-6 mark in team’s balance beam squad, the the top-25 in Road To National’s three seasons. Scofi eld started in This season marks Arkansas’ card Weekend. dual matches this spring. Salazar is Ringwood, N.J. native coached the weekly event rankings each week 79 of her 88 total matches and was 11th appearance in the SEC Tour- The Arkansas-Georgia series is 9-4 against ranked opponents, win- Razorbacks to numerous records of the season. They ranked as one of named the team’s Most Valuable nament and second consecutive still set to run from Thursday, May ning seven of his last eight against while counting just one fall on the nation’s top-10 vault groups in Freshman in 2011, as well as team under head coach Courtney Deifel. 17 through Saturday, May 19 at Fo- ranked foes. Overall, he has won the event this past season. Despite three of four weeks to start the year. captain as a senior in 2014. The Razorbacks fi nished the regu- ley Field in Athens, Ga. and games nine of his last 10 matches. having competed fi ve underclass- Despite injuries forcing Arkan- Scofi eld helped the Phoenix lar season with a 37-14 overall re- one and two of the series will still Cook announces Armbrust, men in the beam rotation, the Ra- sas to compete fi ve vaulters in most match a program record with fi ve cord and 12-12 mark in SEC play. be available online on SEC Net- Griffeth promotions zorbacks had just fi ve falls on the meets, Griffeth coached Arkansas’ players taking home conference Today’s game will be just the sec- work+. The network pickup for event in 2018. core vault group of Braie Speed, postseason honors in 2017. Elon’s ond time Arkansas and Kentucky game three will change the fi rst Arkansas head gymnastics coach Under Armbrust’s tutelage, the Amanda Wellick, and Sarah Shaf- Meredith Christopher was named will play in the conference tourna- pitch time to 11 a.m. CT. Mark Cook announced the promo- Razorbacks set four of the highest fer to scores of 9.800 or higher in the CAA Rookie of the Year last ment, and fi rst time since 2001. The As part of the Wildcard Week- tion of Jaime Armbrust and Garrett individual scores in program his- 39-of-42 vaults. Wellick and Speed year, a program fi rst, and became two teams did not play during the end coverage, the SEC Network Griffeth to Associate Head Coach- tory on the event, including a pair took All-SEC status on the event, the program’s fi rst major award regular season. will be providing SEC Bases Load- es Monday afternoon. Armbrust of 9.975’s from freshman Sophia while Speed was named Arkansas’ winner since Elon joined the CAA Freshman duo darners ed coverage on Thursday night recently completed her fi fth season Carter against the University of 11th vault All-American, fi rst since in 2014. as an assistant under Cook, while Georgia and in Arkansas’ tri-meet 2014, at this year’s NCAA Cham- In 2016, Scofi eld was instrumen- All-SEC softball honors (May 17), beginning at 6 p.m. with whip-around coverage of all seven Griffeth joined the staff prior to the against the University of Denver pionships. tal in helping Elon post three CAA On the eve of Arkansas’ postsea- league games. 2018 season. and Iowa State University. In Ar- As an assistant at Texas Wom- shutouts, which ranked second in son opener, freshmen Mary Haff Salazar earns fi rst-team Armbrust, who was previously kansas’ meet against Georgia, two an’s University in Denton, Texas, the league. In addition to strong an All-American gymnast with the Griffeth helped the Pioneers to the and Hannah McEwen have been All-SEC men’s tennis honors additional Razorbacks in sopho- play from the back line, goalkeeper recognized by the league’s head program and was the team’s Di- more’s Michaela Burton and Jessi- title at the USA Gymnastics Col- Katelyn Fowler fi nished second in coaches with a pair of All-SEC ac- The 19th-ranked singles play- rector of Operations prior to being ca Yamzon tied the previous record legiate National Championships, the CAA in goals against average colades as announced Tuesday by er in the country, Arkansas senior promoted to assistant coach, was score on beam with scores of 9.950 while coaching seven gymnasts to (0.78) in fi ve games played. the conference offi ce. 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meeting, and Commissioners are for June 1 here. individual event. Friday’s junior di- ral species. Prescribed fi re will take New survey made expected to vote on those changes Russellville’s team practices vision saw four perfect scores, 25 of place without quail but quail will not in August. on land donated by a local gravel 25: Jarrett Woolery, Wildcat Trap 1; thrive without prescribed fi re. How available to public Unattended fawns business, and Thomas was a major Elijah Thorne, Clay Blasters; Bo- do we get more fi re on the ground? player in making the practice area tey Teeter, Puff Daddies; and Ethan We must fi rst understand its benefi ts Special to the Advance likely not abandoned happen, Rambo said. “He was one Simmons, Orange Busters. The ju- and specifi cally how they relate to LITTLE ROCK—Arkansas LITTLE ROCK—Each spring, of the biggest components of getting nior Tournament of Champions will bobwhite quail. Game and Fish Commission com- thousands of Arkansas deer give those traps and trap houses in there. be conducted June 1 immediately Bobwhite quail as a species spend missioners heard the fi rst offi cial birth to fawns. And each year, bi- Along with a local engineer, Thom- after the conclusion of the team state most of their natural life cycle in reading of two waterfowl regu- Newsletters ologists with the Arkansas Game as “got all the money, they built the tourney event. amongst the grasses and forbs, on lations changes proposed for the and Fish Commission get calls from trap houses and put them up.” Regional action continues of Fri- the ground and out of site to those 2018-19 season at their monthly worried, conservation-minded indi- Developing a shooting area for day and Saturday of the next two who aren’t looking or listening. A meeting—neither of which con- cussed thoroughly in (one) com- viduals who happen across one of the team to practice was all part of weeks at the Shooting Sports Com- closer observation by a trained eye cerned surface-drive motors on mittee, hunter ethics was brought these young deer sitting still in the a process in building the program, plex. presents a whole other world. Peo- wildlife management areas. up multiple times in multiple com- tall grasses where it is hiding. Rambo said. Last year was the fi rst Elk permit application ple have the ability to improve their For the last month, the Arkansas mittees,” Overton said. “We can sit But that abandoned fawn likely season the Russellville Shooting food and housing options, but a bob- Game and Fish Commission has around and blame this or that, but isn’t abandoned at all. In fact, its Team sent players to the state tour- period open white’s life is constantly being im- conducted an online public com- we’re all hunters and we have a real mother may be just out of sight, nament. Winning the regional this peded by diminished food sources obligation to prepare this next gen- LITTLE ROCK—If you want and poorer housing, less space along ment survey on proposed changes waiting for you to leave so she may year was such a surprise after their to go after an Arkansas elk, circle for the 2018-19 hunting seasons. eration of hunters.” tend to her young. with other issues. early shooting time had ended, two the month of May on your calendar. One topic Commissioners asked to Reeves echoed Overton’s com- “It’s part of their survival mech- Prescribed fi re provides a fl ush of team members had long departed That’s the beginning of the applica- be placed on the list for public con- ments. anism,” said Ralph Meeker, deer for home when the trophies were new vegetation, offering seeds and tion period for public land permits sideration was the banning of sur- “I know you can’t legislate mor- program coordinator for the AGFC. handed out and photos taken. invertebrates for quail. Putting fi re next fall in the Buffalo River coun- face drive motors on WMAs. als, we’ve all heard that, but we can “That fawn is trying to stay as still “Actually, you can kind of blame on the ground at different intervals try of Northwest Arkansas. Commissioners had received do more than what we’re doing to as possible so that it remains hidden. me,” Rambo said. “We’ve never and different seasons favors a vari- Applications are accepted numerous complaints on noise is- try to start a new culture with this That is why fawns have spots. It is been in this position before, never ety of food sources. There’s the new through the Arkansas Game and sues stemming from these motors, next generation of hunters.” their camoufl age. The mother needs been where we were competing (for restaurant for bobwhite. Fish Commission’s website, www. particularly those that had been Of 1,778 comments submitted on to go out and feed in order to pro- a title). I was just about 10 minutes Housing? Prescribed fi re is the agfc.com, from 12 a.m. May 1 until modifi ed to after-market parts to in- banning surface drive motors, 1,448 duce milk for the fawn to nurse. from taking off and my son called restoration of a natural process, a were against the outright banning 11:59 p.m. June 1. The total number crease noise and horsepower. After “The longer the doe is directly and said, ‘Y’all are in fi rst.’ I said, process that before human interven- reviewing public comments submit- of the motors on Arkansas wildlife with that fawn, the more attention of elk permits available for public tion burned across a landscape and management areas. However, many ‘What?’ We had a couple of kids ted during the last month, Commis- she brings to it. This increases the going turkey hunting in Kansas and draw will be set during the Commis- was constantly shaping habitats. sioners decided to table the ban on agreed that something needed to be fawn’s likelihood of being eaten by sion’s May 17 meeting, he expects it With every passing fl ame structur- done about the noise issues and dan- one was already back in Russell- surface-drive motors in hopes that a predator.” ville.” to be the same number as last sea- al diversity occurs. A fi re will burn manufacturers and hunters would gerous conditions caused by all out- Many well-meaning people pick son. Twenty-six permits will be pro- hotter or cooler depending on ter- boards that had been modifi ed after Meanwhile, Saturday’s compe- work to reduce noise levels and up these fawns and try to take care tition focused on seniors from the posed for the online draw applica- rain and weather factors and as a purchase to gain horsepower above result different impacts are made to refrain from after-market modifi ca- of them, but that’s not only bad for West Region, with 134 teams vy- tions and an additional three permits the motor’s factory rating. structure. tions that increase horsepower and the animals, it’s illegal. As part of ing. Led by Chase Wiggins’ perfect will be reserved for onsite draws at The Commission are expected its prevention protocol against the Some animals, such as white- noise from stock motor systems. 50-for-50 targets, the Booneville the 21st Annual Buffalo River Elk Commissioner Ken Reeves from to vote on all suggested changes continued spread of chronic wasting tailed deer and squirrels, can thrive Bearcats 1 cruised to the region Festival, June 23. Harrison took a moment to offer his to the 2018-19 hunting regulations disease, no one is allowed to possess Applicants for Arkansas elk hunt nearly anywhere, but northern bob- gratitude for the people who took at its May 17 meeting. The public a fawn, including permitted wildlife championship with 239 points out whites are not generalists. They of a possible 250. The Shiloh Chris- permits must have a valid Resident the time to submit public comments comment survey will continue until rehabilitators. Sportsman Hunting License or must prefer a thick patch of cover such as Monday. tian Wildcards had second all alone and to reiterate the Commission’s Because of the extreme risk to the be a holder of a Lifetime Sports- greenbrier or other types of shrubs concerns with increased noise on In other business, the Commis- state’s deer herd, moving live deer is at 231, but a card-off was required in winter. They prefer native clump sion: between two Accuracy in Motion man’s Permit. Hunters under 16 (as Arkansas WMAs from modifi ed forbidden in the state without prior of May 1, 2017) must enter their glasses to nest, and open ground for motors of all kinds. • Approved the removal of confi s- approval from the chief of wildlife teams to determine third place. Shell the chicks to move freely and feed cated fi rearms to be granted to the Shock got the nod thanks to a 48 social security number to create an “This Commission is commit- management. account and apply, unless they have once hatched. All the while, they ted to doing something to alleviate Arkansas State Crime Laboratory. In addition to the risks of spread- out of 50 score by Seth Wood. The need some sort of overhead cover The fi rearms will be used to help best score recorded by Accuracy in not yet been assigned one by the the noise problems in our WMAs, ing disease, moving a fawn usually U.S. government. Applicants must to deter predators, offer shade from Reeves said. “Sixty-six percent of with ballistics tests and other im- ends up being a bad situation for Motion Clay Slayers was a 47 by heat and protect from snow. It is a portant fi rearms tests during future Hunter Thomas, which was equaled be 6 or older as of the beginning of the respondents asked us to do that, both the fawn and the well-meaning the hunt to participate. Anyone with large dynamic habitat. One that has investigations. individuals. by Shell Shock’s second-best scorer, and a lot of these people are those 12 or more violations points are in- to have many components to be effi - who own surface-drive motors. • Approved a water line easement “Deer are wild animals, not pets,” Colby Shepherd. eligible to apply. cient for their survival, all of which “I can say from my own expe- on Camp Robinson Special Use Meeker said. “Even if a person ille- The Clay Slayers will get another are improved by prescribed fi re. rience duck hunting, one of the Area to provide city water to the Dr. gally kept a fawn and tried to raise chance to get the best of their in- Visit https://ar-web.s3licensing. com/ to apply. Elk permits are list- Land managers must use every neatest parts of it is standing there, James E. Moore Jr. Camp Robinson it, it would never be domesticated school rivals, as well as compete tool in our proverbial toolbox, and Firing Range. ed under the WMA permit section waiting on shooting time to come, like a dog or a cat. Some may appear for a state title too, when those four prescribed fi re should be that big • Approved a water line easement of the licensing menu. Applications hearing the wings fl y over and the docile, but many people have been teams and 12 others from the West hammer amongst the screwdrivers on Scott Henderson Gulf Mountain require a $5 nonrefundable process- excitement of it. It’s kind of a pris- injured by wildlife pets they thought Regional join 16 teams each from and small wrenches. Set aside the WMA in Van Buren County. ing fee, but no additional fees are re- tine experience, but it’s ruined when were tame.” the East, South and North regions in acres, use prescribed fi re coupled somebody comes by with a motor • Approved the removal of out- If you feel that a fawn is in im- the Senior Division State Champi- quired of hunters who successfully dated and obsolete inventory with with other actions for bobwhite that’s much louder than it needs to mediate danger by laying in or very onship on June 2. draw. quail management and they will be.” an original cost of $559,172 and a near a road or in the path of haying Along with Wiggins from the current net book value of $51,012. Flame on for northern come. Putting a little fi re on the Commissioners also spoke about equipment, pick it up and move it Booneville Bearcats 1, Hunter De- ground at the right place, at the right their appreciation to the owners of Fisheries biologists over a few feet. Never remove it pew of the Berryville Baby Bandits bobwhite habitat time and with the right intention can Gator Trax motors and Excel Boats suggest revising regs from the immediate area. The moth- recorded a perfect 50 targets, and LITTLE ROCK—Prescribed fi re be the best prescription a landowner for taking the time to speak with er will periodically check on her both will compete June 2 in the and bobwhite quail—one restores a can make to create those restaurants them about how manufacturers can LITTLE ROCK—Biologists young. Tournament of Champions seniors natural process, the other is a natu- and homes quail need. help resolve noise issues and offer with the Arkansas Game and Fish “Deer mature rather quickly and suggestions ways to enforce possi- Commission presented a series of are very adaptable,” Meeker said. ble future regulations concerning changes to regulations at the Com- “A fawn can begin to eat and di- modifi cations from stock motors. mission’s formal briefi ng, as part of gest native vegetation within two Chairman Steve Cook of Mal- the annual regulations cycle. The weeks after birth and are completely THANK vern said, “This is not only a sur- focus of many of these changes is weaned within two to three months. A BIG face-drive issue, this is for all to remove complicated regulations That deer has a much better chance motors. There are some modifi ed wherever possible and help people of surviving if you simply let it be.” motors that are outboards that are get started fi shing. Newcomer soars to top YOU extremely loud, so as we move “The staff has worked very hard forward in working with manufac- in coming up with ways to achieve of west juniors turers, we need to make sure this is our conservation goals while reduc- JACKSONVILLE—On the back about all motors.” ing some of the confusion or restric- of the T-shirts worn by the Russell- Two proposals for the 2018-19 tions that may cause a barrier to ville Shooting Team read the words season were submitted from the getting outdoors,” said Ben Batten, “In memory of Andy Thomas.” original topic, thanks to public assistant chief of fi sheries manage- Thomas, who passed away last year comments. The fi rst was to liberal- ment. “Of 17 suggested changes, after battling cancer, had been a ize waterfowl limits on all wildlife fi ve are reductions in regulations, coach and one of the people instru- management areas to match state- three are simplifi cations, three are mental with starting the Russellville wide waterfowl limits. A second continuations of existing temporary proposal to allow hunters additional seasons, and two are required be- shooting program six years ago, ac- time to leave WMAs during water- cause of renovation work underway cording to Russellville head coach fowl season, with hunting ending at to reinvigorate two fi sheries in the Dwayne Rambo. noon and all hunters to be off inun- state.” Thomas no doubt would have dated areas by 1 p.m., also was add- Batten said only three changes been proud to see how far the pro- ed. Changes to shotshell restrictions were suggested that increase a reg- gram had come on April 27 when on WMAs also was tabled thanks ulation, and those were deemed by the Russellville Clay Commanders to public response. The two new biologists to be benefi cial to the captured the West Regional junior regulations changes will be posted fi sheries where they would take division in the Arkansas Game and in a separate survey to gather pub- place. Fish Commission’s Arkansas Youth lic opinion before the Commission In addition, one regulation—a Shooting Sports Program state tour- from votes on May 17. Visit https://sur- prohibition on the harvest of all wild nament at the Jacksonville Shooting vey.agfc.com/index.php?r=survey/ turtles—was put out to gauge public Sports Complex. index&sid=657442&lang=en to support on a petition the Commis- Russellville scored 107 out of submit your comments. sion received. 125 possible points to edge Spring- Commission Vice-Chair Ford A survey has been prepared to dale’s Accuracy in Motion Gun- Overton of Little Rock also took receive public comments on these smoke, which totaled 105 points. some time to speak about the in- topics and any other comments re- Berryville Puff Daddies were third DAVID ATWELL creased importance of teaching garding Arkansas fi sheries. The sur- with 102 points. Those three teams proper hunter ethics. vey will run until May 31. 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PUBLIC NOTICE/NOTICE OF school purposes. NO. PR-2018-14-4 The total proposed school tax levy of 42.0 mills represents a 3.0 ELECTION mill increase in maintenance and operation mills for a total increase WARNING ORDER of 3.0 mills from the rate presently being collected. NOTICE IS HEREBY BY VIRTUE OF AUTHORITY To: Noah Weatherly UNOPPOSED DEMOCRATS: Address: Unknown VESTED IN US BY THE CONSTITUTION AND LAWS OF THE U.S. CONGRESS 04: Hayden Catherine Shamel; LIEUTENANT STATE OF ARKANSAS. WE HEREBY GIVE NOTICE THAT You are hereby notifi ed that a Petition to Adopt has been fi led in GOVERNOR: Anthony Bland; ATTORNEY GENERAL: Mike the Drew County Circuit Court which may affect your rights as THE PREFERENTIAL PRIMARY AND NONPARTISAN JUDI- Lee; SECRETARY OF STATE: Susan Inman; COMMISSIONER CIAL AND ANNUAL SCHOOL ELECTION WILL BE HELD IN the child’s father. You are hereby commanded to appear before this OF STATE LANDS: Larry Williams; STATE REPRESENTATIVE Court within thirty (30) days of the fi rst publication of this Warning DREW COUNTY, ARKANSAS, ON TUESDAY, MAY 22, 2018 DISTRICT 9: Representative LeAnne Pittman Burch; SHERIFF: AT THE FOLLOWING POLLING PLACES: Order and answer the Petition. Mark Gober: COUNTY CLERK: County Clerk Lyna Gulledge; Upon failure of the Respondent to do so, the Petition fi led herein CIRCUIT CLERK: Beverly Burks; CORONER: Charles F. will be deemed to be admitted. The aforementioned Respondent or ABSENTEE COUNTY CLERK’S OFFICE “Chuck” Dearman, Jr.; JUSTICE OF PEACE: DISTRICT 3: Rog- EARLY VOTING COURTHOUSE CLUB ROOM any person wanting to be heard on this matter, is hereby noticed. er D. Harris; DISTRICT 4: Carole Bulloch; DISTRICT 5: Tommy In witness whereof, I have hereunto set my hand and seal as Clerk EARLY VOTING ETHEL HAWKINS LIFE CENTER Gray; DISTRICT 6: Chris Barnett; DISTRICT 8: Frank Appleber- (HOLMES CHAPEL) ry; DISTRICT 9: Rene Knowles CITY OF WILMAR – MAYOR: of the Court, on this the 1st day of May, 2018. Toni Antoinette Perry; WARD 1 POSITION 1: Deborah K. West; /s/Lyna Gulledge CITY OF MONTICELLO WARD 1 POSITION 2: Charles Saffold; WARD 2 POSITION 1: County Court Clerk WARD 1 ETHEL HAWKINS LIFE CENTER Shirley McNeary; WARD 2 POSITION 2: Marvin Hopson, Sr. /s/Hiddi Watson (HOLMES CHAPEL) UNOPPOSED REPUBLICANS: Deputy Clerk WARD 2 FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR: Lt. Governor Tim Griffi n; AT- #97645 5/9-5/16 WARD 3 MONTICELLO CHURCH OF CHRIST TORNEY GENERAL: Attorney General Leslie Rutledge; STATE mmm WARD 4 FIRST UNITED METHODIST TREASURER: Treasurer of State Dennis Milligan; AUDITOR IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF CHURCH OF STATE: Auditor Andrea Lea; COMMISSIONER OF STATE LANDS: Tommy Land; STATE REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT DREW COUNTY, ARKANSAS COLLINS ENON BAPTIST CHURCH : Representative Jeffrey R. Wardlaw; STATE REPRESENTATIVE ENON ENON BAPTIST CHURCH 10: Representative Mike Holcomb; COUNTY JUDGE: Jessie Grif- JEROME JEROME COMMUNITY BUILDING fi n; TREASURER: Charles Searcy; ASSESSOR: Cheri Adcock; PROBATE DIVISION LACEY LACEY UNITED METHODIST SURVEYOR: Doug Harton; JUSTICE OF PEACE - DISTRICT 1: CHURCH Orlando Jones; DISTRICT 2: Steven S. Morrison; CONSTABLE: MARION NORTH BOX 1 ROSE HILL CUMBERLAND PRES- VEASEY TOWNSHIP : Scott M. Chapman; COMINTO TOWN- IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF BYTERIAN CHURCH SHIP: Michael Frisby; MARION TOWNSHIP: Steven Stain; COL- BOBBIE GENE SMITH, DECEASED MARION NORTH BOX 2 ROSE HILL BAPTIST LINS TOWNSHIP: John W. Beatty CASE NO. PR-2018-35-2 CHURCH UNOPPOSED NON PARTISAN JUDICIAL: MARION SOUTH SHADY GROVE BAPTIST PROSECUTING ATTORNEY, DISTRICT 10 – Prosecuting Attor- NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT CHURCH ney Thomas Deen OZMENT BETHEL MISSIONARY BAPTIST OF SPECIAL ADMINISTRATOR PLANTERSVILLE ROCK SPRINGS METHODIST THE LIST OF APPOINTED ELECTION OFFICIALS HIRED CHURCH TO CONDUCT EARLY, ABSENTEE AND ELECTION DAY IS AND FILING OF CLAIMS SELMA SELMA VOLUNTEER FIRE STATION POSTED OUTSIDE OF THE COUNTY CLERK’S OFFICE IN TILLAR TILLAR CITY LIBRARY Last known address of decedent: 1194 N. Chester Street Monticel- THE DREW COUNTY COURTHOUSE AS OF APRIL 20, 2018. lo, AR 71655 WILMAR CITY/RURAL WILMAR SCHOOL IF ANYONE OBJECTS TO THE APPOINTED ELECTION OF- WINCHESTER WINCHESTER CITY HALL Date of Death: August 21, 2016 FICIALS, PLEASE CONTACT THE DREW COUNTY ELEC- The undersigned has been appointed Special Administrator of the TION BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS IN C/O DREW COUNTY Estate of Bobbie Gene Smith, deceased, on August 21, 2016. THE PURPOSE OF THE ELECTION IS TO VOTE CLERK AT 210 SOUTH MAIN, MONTICELLO, AR 71655 IN ON THE FOLLOWING: All persons having claims against the estate must exhibit them, WRITING, THIS MUST BE DONE WITHIN TEN CALENDAR duly verifi ed, to the undersigned within six (6) months from the date DEMOCRATS: DAYS OF POSTING THE LIST OF OFFICIALS. GOVERNOR: Leticia Sanders, Jared K. Henderson; JUSTICE of the fi rst publication of this notice, or they shall be forever barred OF PEACE – DISTRICT 7: Patty Mitchell, Joe W. Williams, Jr. and precluded from any benefi t in the estate. EARLY VOTING WILL BE HELD IN THE CLUB ROOM AT Dates this 9th day of May, 2018. THE DREW COUNTY COURTHOUSE AND ETHEL HAWKINS REPUBLICANS: LIFE CENTER (HOLMES CHAPEL) ON THE FOLLOWING U.S CONGRESS DISTRICT 04: Representative Bruce Wester- DATES AND TIMES: /s/Wanda Christian man, Randy Caldwell; GOVERNOR: Jan Morgan, Governor Asa May 7 – May 11 8:oo am – 6:00 pm May 12 10:00 am – Submitted By: Hutchinson; SECRETARY OF STATE: John Thurston Commis- 4:00 pm Robert H. “Bob” Edwards (AR 99010) sioner of State Lands, State Representative Trevor Drown May 14 – May 18 8:00 am – 6:00 pm May 19 10:00 am – The Edwards Firm, PLLC NON PARTISAN JUDICIAL: 4:oo pm 711 W. Third Street STATE SUPREME COURT ASSOCIATE JUSTICE POSITION 3: May 21 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Little Rock, Arkansas 72201 David Sterling, Judge Kenneth Hixson, State Supreme Court Justice Telephone: (501) 372-1329 Courtney Goodson; CIRCUIT JUDGE DISTRICT 10, DIVISION ALL POLLING SITES MENTIONED ABOVE WILL BE OPEN #97643 5/9-5/16 04, SUBDISTRICT 10.1: City Attorney James A. Hamilton, Quinc- ON ELECTION DAY, MAY 22, 2018, FROM 7:30 A.M. UNTIL mmm ey Ross 7:30 P.M. IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF SCHOOL DISTRICT: Absentee ballots will be open, processed, canvassed and counted One Drew Central School Board Member Zone 3 – Gary Lucas, in the County Clerk’s offi ce at 2:00 P.M. on May 22, 2018.. Ivo- DREW COUNTY ARKANSAS Jason Ray Cater tronic votes will be counted after the polls close at the Drew County Question On Drew Central School District Mills Courthouse. This represents no change from the previous year. The total tax DREW COUNTY BOARD OF ELECTION COMMISSIONERS PROBATE DIVISION levy proposed above includes 25.0 mills for the maintenance and #97630 4/25-5/16 operation of schools and 14.9 mills for debt service previously voted mmm as a continuing debt service tax pledged for the retirement of ex- IN THE MATTER OF isting bonded indebtedness. The district may use surplus revenues PUBLIC NOTICE Betty Frances Wells, incapacitated person produced each year by debt service millage for other purposes. NO. PR-2015-39-2 One Monticello School Board Member Zone 3 – John McClendon And Question On Monticello School District Mills Pursuant to the Arkansas Operating Air Permit Program (Regu- IN THE MATTER OF This represents no change from the previous year. The total tax lation #26) Section 602, the Offi ce of Air Quality of the Arkansas Betty Frances Wells, deceased levy proposed above includes 25.0 mills for the maintenance and Department of Environmental Quality gives the following notice: NO. PR-2015-39-2 operation of schools and 14.9 mills for debt service previously voted as a continuing debt service tax pledged for the retirement of ex- Interfor U.S. Inc. (2200007) operates a facility located at 211 Old NOTICE OF FILING isting bonded indebtedness. The district may use surplus revenues Troy Road, Monticello, AR 71655. This facility has submitted an produced each year by debt service millage for other purposes. application to convert Kiln #2 (SN-23) and the associated burner OF ACCOUNTS Question On Dermot School District Mills (SN-29) from batch to continuous operation. A series of additional To submit the question of voting a total school tax rate (state and modifi cations will also allow the mill to increase lumber output to Pursuant to Ark. Code Ann. § 28-52-106, notice is given that ac- local) of 41.81 mills on the dollar of the assessed value of taxable 209,014 MBF/yr that includes installing a new canter line, a new counts of the administration of the estates listed below have been property located in this School District. The proposed tax includes chipper, edger, and trimmer in the sawmill and a new planer and fi led on the dates shown by the named personal representatives. the uniform rate of tax (the "Statewide Uniform Rate") to be collect- grade scanner in the planer mill. A pneumatic conveying system All interested persons are called on to fi le objections to such ac- ed on all taxable property in the State and remitted to the State Trea- will be installed to replace the current conveyor used to transport counts on or before the sixtieth day following the fi ling of the re- surer pursuant to Amendment No. 74 to the Arkansas Constitution to sawdust to the storage silo. The Chip Mill Debarker (SN-09) and spective accounts, failing which they will be barred forever from be used solely for maintenance and operation of schools in the State. associated insignifi cant activities (Green Bark Loading and Storage excepting to the account. As provided in Amendment No. 74, the Statewide Uniform Rate re- SN-10 & SN-14 and Green Chip Storage and Loading SN-11 & SN- Name of Estate: places a portion of the existing rate of tax levied by this School Dis- 12) have been removed from service. The total permitted emission BETTY FRANCES WELLS trict and available for maintenance and operation of schools in this increases include 64.4 tpy of VOC, 4.64 tpy of Total HAPs and 0.91 Name & Address District. The total proposed school tax levy of 41.81 mills includes tpy of Acetone. Total permitted emission decreases include 223.3 of Personal Representative: Dianne Youngblood 25.0 mills specifi cally voted for general maintenance and operation tpy of PM, 136.3 tpy of PM10, 0.4 tpy of SO2, 9.7 tpy of CO and c/o Paul W. Keith and 16.81 mills for debt service previously voted as a continuing 3.6 tpy of NOx. Gibson & Keith, PLLC levy pledged for the retirement of existing bonded indebtedness. The The application has been reviewed by the staff of the Department P.O. Drawer 447 surplus revenues produced each year by debt service millage may be and has received the Department’s tentative approval subject to the Monticello, AR 71657 used by the District for other purposes. terms of this notice. Nature of Account: Decedent’s Estate The total proposed school tax levy of 41.81 mills represents the Citizens wishing to examine the permit application and staff fi nd- Date Filed: same rate presently being collected. ings and recommendations may do so by contacting ADEQ Air Per- April 23, 2018 Question On McGehee School District Mills mits Branch. Citizens desiring technical information concerning To provide for the foregoing proposed budget of expenditures, the the application or permit should contact, Andrea Sandage, Engineer. Date: April 24, 2018 Board of Directors proposes a total school tax rate (state and local) Both ADEQ Air Permits Branch and Andrea Sandage can be reached of 40.46 mills on the dollar of the assessed value of taxable property at the Department’s central offi ce, 5301 Northshore Drive, North Lyna Gulledge located in this School District. The proposed tax includes the uni- Little Rock, Arkansas 72118-5317, telephone: (501) 682-0730. Deputy Clerk form rate of tax (the "Statewide Uniform Rate") to be collected on The draft permit and permit application are available for copying /s/ Hiddi Watson all taxable property in the State and remitted to the State Treasurer at the above address. This information may be reviewed during nor- ADDRESS OF CLERK’S OFFICE pursuant to Amendment No. 74 to the Arkansas Constitution to be mal business hours. The draft permit may also be found at http:// 210 South Main Street used solely for maintenance and operation of schools in the State. As www.adeq.state.ar.us/air/permits/draft_noi.aspx. The application Monticello, AR 71655 provided in Amendment No. 74, the Statewide Uniform Rate replac- may also be found at http://www.adeq.state.ar.us/air/permits/fi les. #97640 5/9-5/16 es a portion of the existing rate of tax levied by this School District aspx under the PSD Permit Applications folder. mmm and available for maintenance and operation of schools in this Dis- Comments will be accepted in accordance with Section 8.208 of trict. The total proposed school tax levy of 40.46 mills includes 31.0 Regulation #8. During the public comment period, any person may NOTICE mills specifi cally voted for general maintenance and operation and submit written comments to the Department at the above address The following vehicle(s) will be sold, dismantled or destroyed in 9.46 mills voted for debt service previously voted as a continuing Attention: ADEQ Air Permits Branch or to [email protected]. fi fteen (15) days unless claimed at Rod’s Towing and Recovery, levy pledged for the retirement of existing bonded indebtedness. The ar.us by email. Any interested person may request a public hearing 1010 Hwy 425 South, Monticello, AR 71655, 870-367-1700. surplus revenues produced each year by debt service millage may be on the draft permitting decision during the public comment period. used by the District for other purposes. The public comment period shall begin on the day this notice is 2004 Dodge Stratus White Vin# 4B3AG42G24E032345 The total proposed school tax levy of 40.46 mills represents the published and shall expire at 4:30 p.m. Central Time on the thirtieth #97634 5/2-5/9 same rate presently being collected. (30th) calendar day after publication of this notice. mmm Question on Dumas School District Mills The Director shall make a fi nal decision to issue or deny this ap- TIMBER SALE To submit the question of voting a total school tax rate (state and plication or to impose special conditions in accordance with Section local) of 42.00 mills on the dollar of the assessed value of taxable 8.211 of the Arkansas Pollution Control and Ecology Commission’s The City of Motnicello is taking bids on a selective timber sale and property located in this District. The proposed tax includes the uni- Administrative Procedures (Regulation #8) and Regulation #26. road construction at Lake Monticello on May 25, 2018 at 10am. For form rate of tax of 25.00 mills (the "Statewide Uniform Rate") to Dated this 9th day of May, 2018. information please visit www.kingwoodforestry.com or call 870- be collected on all taxable property in the State and remitted to the Becky W. Keogh 367-8567. State Treasurer pursuant to Amendment No. 74 to the Arkansas Con- Director #97637 5/9-5/16 stitution to be used solely for maintenance and operation of schools #97641 5/9 mmm in the State. As provided in Amendment No. 74, the Statewide Uni- mmm TIMBER SALE form Rate replaces a portion of the existing rate of tax levied by this School District and available for maintenance and operation of IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF The University of Arkansas at Monticello offers for sale pine saw- schools in this District. The total proposed school tax levy of 42.0 logs, hardwood sawlogs, pine pulpwood and hardwood pulpwood mills includes 28.0 mills specifi cally voted for general maintenance DREW COUNTY, ARKANSAS on an estimated 70 acres to be cut and removed. Tract is located in and operation (3.0 mills of which are new maintenance and opera- Township 12 South, Range 6 West in Drew County, Arkansas. For tion mills) and 14.0 mills voted for debt service previously voted PROBATED DIVISION bid forms and specifi cations contact the School of Forest Resources as a continuing levy pledged for the mills voted for debt service main offi ce at 870-460-1052. previously voted as a continuing levy pledged for the retirement of #97646 5/9-5/16 existing bonded indebtedness. The surplus revenues produced each In the matter of the adoption of: N.A.W a minor mmm year by the debt service millage may be used by the District for other cyan magenta yellow Black

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