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Obituary: Mildred Estelle Rupe (1928-2024)

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Obituary: Mildred Estelle Rupe (1928-2024)

Mildred Estelle (Rhyne) Rupe of Waldron, Arkansas went to be with her Lord and Savior, Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at the age of 96. Estelle was born March 2, 1928 to Hoyle and Lillie (Hutchens) Rhyne in Waldron, Arkansas. Her devotion to her faith was unwavering, as a dedicated member of the Mulberry Freewill Baptist Church in Gravelly, Arkansas

Estelle was a talented seamstress, she had a gift for sewing, knitting and crocheting, creating beautiful pieces that brought joy to those around her. She found enjoyment in assembling intricate jigsaw puzzles, the more pieces the better. Estelle loved making candy and took such delight in crafting delectable Christmas candies every year for her family and friends. Her favorite candy to make was chocolate covered cherries.

Estelle leaves behind to cherish her memory, two sons: Rod Rupe and wife Norma of Gravelly, Arkansas and K.C. Rupe and wife Dee of Korea. Mamaw will forever remain in the hearts of her six grandchildren: David M. Rupe, Teresa Bourns, Daniel Rupe, Sarah Amos, David Rupe and Mark Rupe as well as a host of great-grandchildren and one great great-grandchild. Estelle is also survived by two siblings: Betty Edward of Iowa and Stan Rhyne of Waldron, Arkansas. She will be missed by all that knew her and the many whose lives she impacted, including an extended family of friends and loved ones dear to her heart.

Estelle was preceded in death by her parents, Hoyle and Lillie Rhyne and six of her siblings: Chuck, May, Foye, Mary, Hoyle Jr. “Chuckle”, Lavonne and Frank.

Estelle’s life celebration service will be held on Saturday, September 14, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Chapel with Mark Ward officiating, with a public visitation preceding the service at 10:00 a.m. Following the service, Estelle will be laid to rest at the Birdsview Cemetery. Arrangements are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas.

Estelle’s pallbearers will be: Eddie Hutchens, Terrell Trumble, John Trumble, Larry Tate, David M. Rupe and Billy Rhyne.

Memorial Donations may be made to the Birdsview Cemetery, 1378 City Lake Road, Waldron, Arkansas 72958.

RNN Sports: Stone Cold Lock Of The Week: Week 2

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RNN Sports: Stone Cold Lock Of The Week: Week 2

Picks last week were a lot closer to correct than the week before, although the Stone Cold Lock game of the week was FAR from correct. The second choice was Booneville vs Ozark and well that went as similar as Greenwood vs Northside. It is one last tune-up for some of these teams as their Conference run looms large in the coming weeks. Has anyone noticed the crazy number of “rankings” for these teams? Sure, glad we have not dabbled in that mess, maybe some time in the future.

This week we have another guest to the Stone Cold Lock Of The Week picks. Greyson Baggett, a Mansfield graduate, and member of the Mansfield Tiger Football team during his time there. We would like to thank Greyson for participating. He has some dang cool parents too.

If you want to be a guest picker, comment on Facebook. We would love to hear from you! We will make you famous! Resident News famous!

Stone Cold Lock Of The Week

Charleston vs Ozark

Both teams are coming off losses last week. Charleston dropped a close one to Pottsville, while Booneville took care of the Hillbillies of Ozark in convincing fashion. The Tigers are having to make another road trip this week, but will be at home against Heavener, Oklahoma next week. Charleston pulls this one out against their Franklin County rival.

The Others

Mansfield vs Lamar

Mansfield ended the happy party that Waldron was having after beating Paris in Overtime. The Tigers now set their sights on the Lamar Warriors. Lamar’s JV team played Magazine last Friday during their Bye Week but fell short 14-13. The Warriors took care of Huntsville in Week 0 49-12. This has the makings of a Stone Cold Lock Of The Week.

Springdale Har-Ber vs Greenwood

Har-Ber had to rally to beat Farmington 65-50. Greenwood was up 44-0 on Fort Smith Northside at the half. A question that will be asked all season, that I can essentially copy and paste on all these Greenwood previews is “Can ___________________ slow down Greenwood’s Offense” but the real question is, can Har-Ber do enough to keep Greenwood’s defense on its toes. Northside had -12 yards total Offense last week. Much improved from Week 0 to Week 1, very physical, very fast.

JC Westside vs Cedarville

Last week needs to be a distant memory for these two teams. Both teams took losses that saw them giving up 50 points. JC Westside fell to Danville 48-28, while Cedarville lost to Mountainburg 50-22. Once Cedarville gets past Friday night, they have two weeks to prepare for Booneville.

Hackett vs Gentry

Gentry has an offense that will test the Hackett defense, but the Hornets have had two weeks to prepare for this game. Hackett will have to take it one game at a time over the next few weeks as there is a gauntlet of teams, they have to go through in two weeks starting with Mansfield on Sept. 27th. Hackett shut out Danville in Week 0, while Gentry played Stilwell, Ok and Pea Ridge to get to 2-0.

Booneville vs Paris

Both of these teams won by large margins in Week 1. Stone Cold Lock Of The Week Booneville vs Ozark, did not live up to the hype I was anticipating. The Bearcats do what the Bearcats do and rolled to another victory 31-14. Paris hosted Lavaca and won 48-21. Can the Eagles soar in this one? Time will tell, but Booneville is still doing Booneville things and that is winning.

Magazine vs Two Rivers

The Florida Gator inspired uniforms from Two Rivers are nice. The Gators finished 0-10 in 2023 and are starting at 0-1 after a Week 1 loss to Baptist Prep, 42-28. Magazine played Lamar’s JV team and won 14-13 last Friday and are sitting at 1-1. The momentum continues as the Gators are snake bitten in this one by the Rattlers.

Lavaca vs Roland, OK

The Golden Arrows are starting the season at 0-2 and will be on the road in Week 2. Lavaca crosses over into Oklahoma to play the Roland Rangers. Roland was beat by the Muldrow Bulldogs 53-20 in Week 1. This could be a pivotal game for both teams. Roland’s last winning season was in 2021 when they went 7-3. Lavaca, while finishing 6-5 last year, were 4-0 before playing Hackett in the 2023 season. One gets to build upon the win, while the other has to wait another week.

Muldrow, Ok vs Waldron

A Bulldog battle in Waldron. Muldrow put up 53 points against their Hwy 64 neighbor Roland. While Waldron fell to their Hwy 71 neighbor Mansfield, 41-8. No clever phrase, just genuinely curious on how this game will go.

UAB vs Arkansas

I… well… Last week I was surprised by the Hogs and how they played Oklahoma State. Granted it was a loss, there were positives. They roll UAB for their home opener.

	Ross’ Picks	Adam’s Picks	Greyson’s Picks
Charleston vs Ozark (GOTW)	Charleston	Charleston	Ozark
Mansfield vs Lamar	Mansfield	Mansfield	Lamar
Springdale Har-Ber vs Greenwood	Greenwood	Greenwood	Greenwood
JC Westside vs Cedarville	Cedarville	Cedarville	Cedarville
Hackett vs Gentry	Gentry	Gentry	Hackett
Booneville vs Paris	Booneville	Booneville	Booneville
Magazine vs Two Rivers	Magazine	Magazine	Magazine
Lavaca vs Roland, Ok	Lavaca	Roland	Lavaca
Muldrow, Ok vs Waldron	Muldrow	Muldrow	Waldron
UAB vs Arkansas	Arkansas	Arkansas	Arkansas

U of O, AGFC join forces to build shooting sports facility

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Tammy Teague

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U of O, AGFC join forces to build shooting sports facility

CLARKSVILLE — A recent agreement between University of the Ozarks and the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission has launched the public phase of a fundraising campaign by the university to build an Olympic-level shooting sports facility in Clarksville.

The memorandum of understanding outlines the construction and operation of the facility and was signed earlier this month in Little Rock by Austin Booth, director of the AGFC, and Richard Dunsworth, president of U of O.

Under the agreement, the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission will donate $2 million in matching funds to the project and the university will raise the remaining cost of the project. The facility will be open to the public and will be constructed on a 140-acre parcel owned by the university just south of Interstate 40.

According to Dunsworth, with the AGFC’s pledge, a total of $4.5 million has been committed to the project, including $1.5 million from the university and $1 million from the city of Clarksville.

“We are one step closer to having a world-class shooting facility right here in Clarksville,” Dunsworth said. “We have the full support of the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission, the city of Clarksville and Johnson County, and now we’re ready to fully launch the fundraising initiative.”

The AGFC recently devoted an entire division’s focus to recreational shooting, which includes archery, competitive shotgun shooting and shooting range development.

Booth says the matching pledge is a continuation of the AGFC’s commitment to recreational shooting and its role in conservation.

“Aside from many being hunters and anglers and playing active roles in conservation, all recreational shooters contribute to conservation through the purchase of firearms and ammunition, which supports excise taxes earmarked for conservation work throughout the nation,” Booth said. “By increasing ranges in Arkansas, we’re not only helping remove barriers to hunting, but we’re also ensuring all who contribute to conservation are represented in our efforts.”

University officials said construction on the first phase of the project could begin once the university raises an additional $10 million. Dunsworth said the fundraising initiative would include naming-rights opportunities for donors.

Sporting clays, skeet, trap and archery are only a few of the things planned for the new multi-million dollar range if the university can gather enough donations to create the Olympic-level facility.

The first phase of the complex would include a clubhouse, competition-level sporting clay courses and fields for skeet, trap and bunker as well as a pistol and rifle range. There will also be an archery field. The facility would also include spectator areas, picnic areas and pavilions.

The $5 million second stage would include an RV park and additional support spaces.

According to Dunsworth, the new facility would fill a void of competition-caliber shooting sports complexes in the region. The nearest Olympic-level complex is more than 600 miles away in San Antonio.

“Clay target shooting and archery are among the fastest-growing sports in the country, from youth on up to the collegiate level,” Dunsworth said. “Our research has shown that there are more than 100 junior and senior high and other youth shooting sports programs currently within a 100-mile radius of Clarksville, and we’re excited about providing a premier facility for these young men and women.”

The shooting complex will be adjacent to and easily visible from Interstate 40, the third-longest freeway in the United States. According to the Arkansas Department of Transportation, the Clarksville area of I-40 has an average daily traffic volume of about 30,000 vehicles.

Under the 15-year agreement, the AGFC staff would operate and manage the pistol and rifle range, and U of O will operate other parts of the facility.

The complex would be the home course of the university’s men’s and women’s sports shooting teams as well as local youth and high school shooting programs. Dunsworth said the university plans to create a collegiate archery program once the facility is completed.

The university established the state’s first board-sanctioned, competitive collegiate shooting program in 2010. Since then the teams have won seven individual and team national championships in sporting clay. Dunsworth said the university plans to create a collegiate archery program once the facility is completed.

Four things to ‘bear in mind’ when chasing an Arkansas bruin

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Tammy Teague

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Four things to ‘bear in mind’ when chasing an Arkansas bruin

By Randy Zellers

Bear hunters have few changes to worry about going into the 2024 bear season, with the most substantial difference being the elimination of shooting bears wearing telemetry collars. Here are a few things to remember as you prepare for Arkansas’s bear archery season opening day on Sept. 18.

Necklace No-No
It is once again illegal to harvest any bear that is wearing a radio telemetry collar. At 2 inches wide, the leather collars are obvious when in the field, and with nearly all bear hunters harvesting their bear within archery range, there’s no mistaking a collared bear for one with no neckwear. This change actually is a reinstatement of a former regulation.

During the last two years, the AGFC has gathered baseline data on how hunting influences bear populations in newly opened areas. Arkansas held its first modern-day bear hunt in Bear Zones 3 and 4 during the 2022 hunting season, and information about harvest needed to be unbiased. Since protecting bears with collars introduced bias into the harvest, the restriction against taking a collared bear was lifted for those two years.

“We have a lot of time and taxpayer dollars invested in every bear that we collar,” Stacey Clark, assistant chief of wildlife management for the AGFC, said. “The trapping process can take days, and the information we gain through winter bear den health checks is invaluable in managing the species. We also want to make sure we do what we can to protect the female bears, as they are your producers of the next generation of bear cubs. Since all bears outfitted with radio collars are female, protecting them falls in line with our management strategies.”

Most collared bears also have an ear tag to help identify them, but many other bears sport ear tags without wearing a collar. These bears were nuisance bears that found their way into people’s back yards and had to be relocated. As long as they don’t have the collar, the bear is legal to harvest.

Get a Permit
Both residents and nonresidents must have a bear permit in addition to a valid license for big game to hunt and check a bear in Arkansas. Resident bear hunters will need a Sportsman’s License (license code RS or CS) as well as a free Resident Bear Permit (RBT). Nonresidents must purchase a Nonresident Bear Permit (NRB), which costs $300 and must have a valid Nonresident Annual All Game Hunting License (NBG) for an additional $410. Both resident and nonresident hunters under 16 years old do not need a license to hunt, but they do need the proper youth bear permit. The Youth Resident Bear Permit (YBT) and Youth Nonresident Bear Permit (YBTN) must be obtained before pursuing a bear. Both of these permits are free.

All bear permits are available through the AGFC’s new license system online, through license vendors and through the AGFC’s mobile app.

Bear permits were introduced last year to better evaluate hunter participation and success throughout the state.

“Each year we know how many bears are checked in, but without permit data, we don’t know exactly how many hunters are attempting to harvest a bear,” Clark said. “These permits will help us in that regard. The only thing we ask is that hunters only obtain these permits if they intend to harvest a bear. That way our numbers are as accurate as possible to best manage the resource.”

Pulling Teeth (and Hair)
Successful hunters must submit a premolar tooth from the bear they harvest as part of the checking process. This isn’t a new requirement, but it is often overlooked during the excitement of tagging a bear.

When a hunter initially checks their bear, they will receive a packet in the mail from the AGFC within a few days. They will have seven days from the arrival of that packet to pull and return a premolar tooth to the AGFC. The tooth enables biologists to age the bear and match it up with data collected during the checking process.

Clark says the easiest time to pull the tooth is immediately after harvest.

The tooth packet also will include a separate envelope for a hair sample. While this is voluntary, it takes only seconds to collect. Hair samples should be pulled from the bear’s hide, not cut, as the hair follicles are the portion of the sample most needed.

“The hair sample is for genetic analysis, and the DNA is gathered from the follicle portion of the hairs,” Clark said.

An instructional video on how to collect these samples is available at the AGFC YouTube Page.

Who Likes Liver?
In addition to tooth and hair samples collected from harvested bears, the AGFC is asking hunters who take a bear this season to contribute to ongoing research concerning the presence of pesticides and other chemicals that may be present in portions of Arkansas and their effects on the bear population in The Natural State. Anyone willing to participate can drop off a section of the bear’s liver to one of the AGFC’s chronic wasting disease drop-off locations for testing.

The locations of all CWD containers are available and updated at www.agfc.com/CWD.

“We only need a sample about the size of a baseball,” Clark said. “Just place it in aluminum foil and take it to one of those freezers. They can add their information to one of the CWD tags and we can process it from there.”

In addition to liver samples, any hunter who shoots a bear that has signs of mange should call the AGFC’s Wildlife Hotline to report the incident.

“The hotline is answered 24/7 and the operator will be able to put you in touch with one of our local bear biologists,” Clark said. “They can pull a sample or instruct you how to do so if you’re comfortable with that process.”

Visit www.agfc.com/bear for more information on bears and bear hunting in Arkansas.

“Just Roll with It” Serving up Recipes and Humor

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Tammy Teague

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“Just Roll with It” Serving up Recipes and Humor

By Sheri Hopkins, Lifestyle Contributor

Hello everyone! Beautiful weather we are having in the River Valley. I love this time of year. This week I am going to talk about my husband, bless his heart. This November he will have been gone eleven years. It sure does not seem that long. When you lose your spouse your life changes forever.

Now don’t get me wrong we were complete opposites, and he would drive me as crazy as a road lizard. I can just hear some of y’all saying that would have been a short drive. We had some knock down drag outs in our marriage, but we also had a lot of fun. My nephew, the Judge, told me one-time years ago, “If you would have killed him when you first thought about it you would have been out on good behavior.” The good behavior part was the problem, ha ha! I would have been on cell block C and they would have nicknamed me Maude.

I’m sure some of you have read this on Facebook, “Nobody told me that when you get a husband, the ears are sold separately.” This is a true statement. One day I was talking to Chuck and just a rattling on and on ninety to nothing, then I asked him a question about what I was talking about, and he had no clue. I said, “You don’t listen to anything I say!” He looked at me as serious as could be and said, “There is no possible way I could take in everything that comes out of your mouth.” I will give him credit for that statement, it’s true. We had a lot of adventures together. Some of his were a little wilder than mine.

Let me tell y’all about the time he almost went to prison. He had been working in Georgia, his job traveled a lot. From Georgia he went to Venezuela. He was on his way home from Venezuela and was in the airport in Florida. All of a sudden, he is whisked away to the back. They have him in this room and they start questioning him about a murder in Georgia. Yes, he had been in Georgia, but he hadn’t killed anyone. They raked him over the coals for a long time. He was actually scared. The man that was wanted had the same name and birthday as Chuck. Finally, a man came in and asked him to remove his shirt, so he does. Come to find out the man they were looking for had a tattoo on his side. Chuck Hopkins did not have any tattoos. That saved his life that day. They let him go. So, to all you young people getting tattoos, you may want to be careful if you ever fly to Florida. Not having a tattoo saved him from the rock. This is just one of his crazy stories. I have many more.

It’s almost time for pumpkin spice, apple cider and chili. I will be doing more fall recipes starting this week. This week’s recipe is a Cinnamon Toast Crunch Apple Dump Cake. It screams fall of the year. If you don’t like apple, exchange the apple pie filling for peach.

Cinnamon Toast Crunch Apple Dump Cake
2 cans apple pie filling 20 oz. size each
3 cups Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cereal
1 1/2 sticks of butter, sliced
1 box vanilla cake mix (dry)
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees, spray your cake pan or dish with non-stick cooking spray. Layer the 3 cups of cereal in the bottom of your 9×13 inch baking dish. Add the canned apple pie filling (I like to cut my apples up to smaller pieces), spread it out evenly over the dry cereal. Spread the vanilla cake mix evenly on top of the apples. Add the sliced butter evenly over the dry cake mix. Bake in the oven for 45-55 minutes, ovens will vary just check it after about 40 minutes. You will be able to tell if it’s done. It will be nice and bubbly. Serve warm with ice cream. Have a nice week and remember always be kind!

Positive Progress Made at Scott/Sebastian Library Site

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The planning and site preparation remains in progress–but, oh what progress is being made! Recently a large mound of dirt and shell obstructed the view of that progression. Now that has been removed, and the vision of the new Scott/Sebastian Library is in sight.

“They have been prepping the pad, and have conducted underground testing,” updated Scott-Sebastian Library Chairman, Jim Reynolds. “Once the foundation is completed, we are looking at a fluid 16-18 months to completion.”

Clearing the way for construction on the new library. (Photo courtesy of Jim Reynolds)

The current dirt work being done has yielded a great benefit for another ongoing project in the City of Greenwood–the bypass. Road construction crews have utilized the shale excavated from the site of the new library to build access roads. That shale was sold for use to the Arkansas Highway Department.

“The Sebastian County Library new library project is moving along as expected,” shared Scott-Sebastian Regional Librarian Rene Myers. “In early 2024 after the purchase of the land was complete, the enormous undertaking of shale removal from the new library site began. MAHG Architecture reported at the August 15^th Sebastian County Library Board meeting that boring for mineral samples at the library site had been completed. Samples are being evaluated for final proof that the land can still be built on at the current elevation. The current elevation of the site is also being evaluated for build readiness…”

The Curve, and site of the new Scott-Sebastian Regional Library.

The regional library is an asset central to Hackett, Mansfield, Huntington, and all the surrounding communities. The agreement of the county to purchase the land for construction will be an investment for generations to come. “It’s so needed,” continued Reynolds. “The books will rotate from this central hub to our branch libraries.”

One of the things Reynolds gets asked repeatedly is, why do we need a new library? The answer is threefold.

First, it is an investment in the future. The original library is no longer meeting the needs of its patrons.

“One of the things I am so happy about is the opportunity to provide people in this area with a community room…One that has technology readily available to them and will be free for them to use.”

Secondly, the financial commitment was made on behalf of the county, not the City of Greenwood, and will be of service to patrons in both Scott and Sebastian Counties. “The library could have been built anywhere, but the library board and Quorum Court chose this site,” noted Reynolds. “Greenwood did make a contribution to be able to make this happen. They bought James Fork water rights and ran a water line to The Curve to keep it in Greenwood.”

Lastly, it is an investment in truth. “If you believe everything on your phone, well that’s ok,” continued Reynolds. “But if you want to ensure you know the truth, the library is the best place to do research.”

There are many other reasons the library is considered an asset. Including access to the internet, specifically to children and those who are homeschooled.

The Curve, the site of the new library, will have a significant economic impact on the area. “Developers confirmed that Braum’s is coming to The Curve,” continued Reynolds. According to Braum’s financial performance in 2023, there could be an estimated $21,122.12 positive financial impact to the City of Greenwood.

Progress being made at “The Curve” is encouraging. The businesses that are set to locate in that area make it an exciting development!

Timepiece: Hippies

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By Dr. Curtis Varnell

The late 1960’s and the early 1970’s was not an easy time for kids growing up, even in Arkansas. The Vietnam war was winding down but one would hardly realize that from the horrific news broadcast live from the front. Those graduating from school awaited the dreaded draft notices detailing the order of selection for a free vacation in S.E. Asia. Closer to home, race riots in Watts, Boston, and Chicago spoke of the civil unrest due to discrimination and inequality in America. Teens, encouraged by activists like Timothy O’Leary to “turn on, tune in, and drop out,” did just that, becoming a part of the “hippie” generation.

Small town Arkansas was behind the times but rapidly catching as I reached high school. Traveling to Fort Smith, we passed a want to be hippie lying beside the highway with thumb in the air and large sign posted beside him stating California or bust. My dad, not a man of the time, distastefully stated, “A bum to lazy to stand is already a bust.” Dad, a product of the fabulous fifties, viewed any man with long hair, beard, and no job as a derelict. It was an attitude commonly shared in much of the state.

As Bob Dylan famously stated, “The times, they were a changing.” By 1969, there was a noticeable increase in the length of the boy’s hair and the diminishing length in the dresses worn by the girls. The mini skirt, more than anything else, contributed to girls being allowed to wear pants to school. Most teachers figured that even tight pants created far less lust than did dresses eight inches above the knee. A few daring souls discovered pot could mean more than a cooking utensil. Introduced to even greater change when starting college in the fall of 1971, ATU had a few radicals protesting the war, trying the new synthetic drug LSD, and quite a gathering of Jesus people. Wearing hippie clothing, carrying Bibles and guitars with cases sporting peace signs and slogans, they meet in the old gym to sing songs and worship. A couple years later, we even had a “streaking’ night when a bunch of guys shucked their clothing and ran down old El Paso street bare footed all over. What was the world and generation coming to???

“Our youth love luxury. They have bad manners and despise authority. They show disrespect for their elders and love to chatter instead of exercise. Young people are now tyrants, not the servants of their household.” Sound like a description of the youth of the hippie generation? Actually, that was a description of youth written by Socrates (469–399 B.C.E.). Because times change, customs change, and styles change, people of every generation often view the next generation as “heading to hell in a handbasket.”

My generation, the hippie’s generation, were responsible for the growth of the computer, internet, cell phones, rock and roll music, and even solar panels. They own and control a significant amount of wealth and manage many of the major industries. Although known as a liberal and radical generation, many of them have become conservative Republicans in old age, a complete turn-around from their youth. Even though some were complete failures, most grew up to be soccer moms, hard-working dads, and the people who make up the back-bone of this great nation.

I hear the same things about kids of this generation. Disrespectful, tattoo’s all over them with ears and noses plugged with rings, and orange hair- our country cannot survive. I also hear the lament, often true, that all they want to do is text message and play video games. Judging a science fair in Waldron, I was introduced to a young lady who had developed a computer program. Enthusiastically, she explained the algorithms that composed the program. Feeding text into the program, the computer provided the Lexile (student reading level), described the genre of the book, and indicated the group of people most likely to read the book. With two master’s and a Ph.D., she still lost me about half-way through the description. A fifth grader at Greenwood showed me the robot he developed. His mother was irritated that he could never remember to close his closet door. No problem, after five minutes, his robot kicked in and done it for him. At Vilonia last week, a student walking across the school lawn saw me struggling with a bulky box. Next thing I knew, I had help from he and two others carrying my load. I could describe more; kids from Marvel, from Mills Middle school in Little Rock, and from across the state.

It’s a generational thing. We will get along quite well as a society with the kids of today!

Waldron School Board Meets

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Tammy Teague

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The regular monthly meeting of the Waldron School Board was held in the Central Office Building Monday, September 9, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. Board members present were Clay Woodall, Stan Cottrell and Angela Hunsucker. School Board members Mac Davis and Konnor McKay were not present. Others present were Superintendent Daniel Fielding, Misty Owens, Kim Solomon, Zack Taylor, Darla Jeffery, Toni Dozier, Kristi Sigman, Josh Atchley, Chelsea Ridenhour, Chris Lipham and Cheyenne Smith.

President Clay Woodall called the meeting to order at 6:32p.m.

Mr. Stan Cottrell began the meeting with a word of prayer.

Mrs. Angela Hunsucker led the Pledge of Allegiance.

A motion was made by Angela Hunsucker and seconded by Stan Cottrell to approve the Consent Agenda items: A) Approval of the August 12^th Minutes; B) Approve Financial Reports and Expenditures; C) Approve Purchase Order for Pearson Virtual School; D) Approve Invoices to Guy Fenter Education Service Cooperative. Motion carried 3 -0.

Tremco Roofing representatives spoke on hail damage that the Elementary School sustained. They presented the board with quotes to repair the roof, which they deem a complete loss, and a quote from ASBA’s insurance adjuster that only covered a very small portion of the damage. The board recommended hiring an insurance consultant for the wide difference between the two quotes.

Superintendent Fielding and the board members discussed a date for the annual budget meeting, Mr. Fielding decided to get with the two members that were absent before selecting a date.

A motion was made by Angela Hunsucker and seconded by Stan Cottrell to approve the Contract Disclosure Form and Resolution for River Valley Feed and Metal. Motion carried 3-0.

A motion was made by Stan Cottrell and seconded by Angela Hunsucker to approve the three Petitions for Transfer of Students. Motion carried 3-0.

A motion was made by Angela Hunsucker and seconded by Stan Cottrell to approve the Resolution for the Superintendent to approve Petitions for Transfer of Students, while still presenting to the board at the following meeting. Motion carried 3-0.

A motion was made by Angela Hunsucker and seconded by Stan Cottrell to approve the banquet pay increase to $100.00 for cooks and $115.00 for Food Service Manager, the board wants to revisit this topic in the near future.

Kim Solomon, ABC/Adventure Online Academy Principal, reported to the Board that there are now 33 students enrolled in the virtual online school and that there are 82 students attending ABC and 61 at First Step. Mrs. Darla Jeffery, Elementary Principal, informed the board that the Book Fair will be this week, as well as Grandparents Breakfast. Mrs. Jeffery also stated that after school tutoring will begin on September 23^rd. Zack Taylor, Middle School Principal, reported that the 8^thgraders are participating in the Hunter’s Education course this week. Middle school is also hosting the Book Fair this week. Mr. Taylor also added that the FBLA Conference is coming up. Josh Atchley, High School Principal, informed the board about Homecoming this Friday, with the parade starting at 1:40 followed by the pep rally at 2:20. The Waldron High School Band was invited to play at the Naturals Baseball game on August 27^th. Mr. Atchley also gave a shout-out to the bus drivers that shuttled kids to and from the fair all week, they did an excellent job. Parent Teacher Conference will be September 17^th from 2:00-7:00. Every one of the principals bragged on the excellent Bee Presentation given at the fair this year, sponsored by the Farm Bureau Women’s Leadership Committee!

Superintendent Fielding wanted to extend a huge “thank you” to Tyson Foods for the box trailer they are interested in purchasing for the band.

A motion was made by Stan Cottrell and seconded by Angela Hunsucker to adjourn. Motion carried 3-0.

Meeting adjourned at 7:38 p.m.

Obituary: Hestle Paul Matlock (1921-2024)

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Obituary: Hestle Paul Matlock (1921-2024)

With rejoicing hearts, we announce the passing of Hestle Paul Matlock, a cherished member of our community, who went to be with his Lord and Savior, Thursday, September 5, 2024 in Waldron, Arkansas. Born on January 11, 1921, in Cave City, Arkansas to Elmer and Maggie (Marlin) Matlock. Hestle led a remarkable life filled with dedication, faith, and service. He courageously served his country in the Army during World War II, bravely fighting in France, Germany and Belgium. He was a proud Army veteran. Throughout his 103 years on Earth, Hestle remained steadfast in his faith, finding solace in the arms of his Creator until his final moments. He was a member of the First Church of the Nazarene in Waldron, Arkansas.

Following his honorable discharge from the military, Hestle pursued a career as an automotive mechanic, demonstrating precision and skill in all his work. His commitment to excellence and craftsmanship earned him the respect and admiration of all who crossed his path. He found joy and fulfillment in the simplicity of his trade, always approaching his work with a level of dedication that was unparalleled. Affectionately known as “HP” by those in his circle, Hestle humorously attributed the initials to “High Power,” a testament to his quick wit and playful spirit.

Beyond his professional endeavors, Hestle was a devoted husband to his beloved Pauline Mae Matlock, with whom they raised four children in Porterville, California. Together, they cultivated a home filled with love, laughter, and unwavering support for one another. As a small business owner, Hestle had no retirement funds. He was entering his forties and realized he needed to do something. Hestle and Pauline made the brave choice to make a drastic lifestyle change leaving, Porterville, a small agricultural town and moving to Los Angeles, California. Together their LA adventure began. Hestle started work at Badger Paper Company as a maintenance mechanic and retired as plant supervisor. When he retired they returned to Porterville. Hestle’s kind and gentle nature left an indelible mark on those fortunate enough to know him, leaving a legacy of compassion and generosity that will endure for generations to come. In his leisure time, Hestle enjoyed family time, including playing board games like Farkle, which he seemed to always win at. His smile and love touched the hearts of many. Though he may no longer walk among us, the memory of Hestle’s unwavering faith, kindness, and dedication will forever remain etched in our hearts.

Hestle leaves behind to cherish his memory his children: Patricia Eldonna Maness and husband Glenn of Moreno Valley, California; Darrell Eugene Matlock and wife Gail of Waldron, Arkansas; and Linda Fay Wilson of Covena, California. One daughter-in-law, Charlotte Matlock of Wala Wala, Washington. Grandpa will remain in the hearts of his five grandchildren: Christopher Maness, Glenn Matlock, Jr., Tracy Wilson, Darrell Matlock and Daniel Paul Wilson; and thirteen great grandchildren.

Hestle was preceded in death by: his parents Elmer and Mag Matlock; his wife, Pauline Matlock; two sons: Paul Ray Dean Matlock (infant son) and Glenn Ray Matlock; two sisters: Vernie Lassiter and Ovella Cummings; and one brother.

Hestle’s life celebration will be held later this month at Vandalia Cemetery in Porterville, California. Arrangements are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas and the Myers Funeral Service in Porterville, California.

Arrest Reports 9/1

Police Reports

Tammy Teague

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Arresting agency – Sebastian County Sheriff’s Office:
Adam Britt Bailey of Huntington was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on September 4 at 3:39 p.m. and remains at the SCADC without bond. Bailey was charged with Fugitive from Justice Out of State.

Justin Kyle Battin of Hackett was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on September 3 at 2 a.m. and released on signature bond September 3 at 9:23 a.m. Battin was charged with Driving While Intoxicated 1st Offense.

Michael Anthony Burnett of Lavaca was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on September 3 at 5:08 p.m. and released on legally sufficient bond September 4 at 2:58 p.m. Burnett was charged with Driving While Intoxicated 1st Offense, and Possession of open container.

Michael Todd Crabtree of Huntington was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on September 5 at 8:15 p.m. and released on cash bond September 5 at 11:04 p.m. Crabtree was charged with Contempt of Court–(child support), FTAS, FTRespond Subpoena, FTComply WCO.

Adrianna Jessica Johnston of Mansfield was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on September 5 at 8:56 p.m. and released on signature bond September 5 at 9:51 p.m. Johnston was charged with Petition to Revoke – Felony.

Morgan Gere Jones of Booneville was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on September 5 at 11:42 a.m. and released on legally sufficient bond September 6 at 3:06 p.m. Jones was charged with Petition to Revoke – Felony.

Harold Jay Smith of Mansfield was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on September 2 at 2:41 a.m. and released on legally sufficient bond September 6 at 12:48 p.m. Smith was charged with Aggravated Assault – Choke, Domestic Battering in the Third Degree – Purposely.

Brock Tyler Thrailkill of Bonanza was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on September 4 at 2:05 p.m. and remains at the SCADC with cash bond. Thrailkill was charged with two counts of Failure to Appear – Class C Felony.

Arresting agency – Fort Smith Police Department:
Seymour Alirio Castro-Morales of Charleston was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on September 2 at 6:58 p.m. and released on legally sufficient bond September 3 at 12:33 p.m. Castrol-Morales was charged with Battery in the Second Degree – Reckless.

William Lee Holmes of Hackett was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on September 6 at 10:18 p.m. and released on legally sufficient bond September 7 at 12:29 p.m. Holmes was charged with Theft of Property – >$1k.

Dennis Wayne Palmer of Midland was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on September 5 at 6:38 p.m. and released on legally sufficient bond September 6 at 11:27 a.m. Palmer was charged with Violation of a Protection Order Felony.

Logan Wayne Stallings of Greenwood was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on September 6 at 2:40 p.m. and released on legally sufficient bond September 6 at 5:20 p.m. Stallings was charged with Domestic Battering in the Third Degree – Pregnant (Purposely).

Braden Shawn Suter of Greenwood was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on September 2 at 8:47 p.m. and released on legally sufficient bond September 6 at 8:38 p.m. Suter was charged with Domestic Battering in the Second Degree – Victim <12 years old or >60 years old, Criminal Mischief in the Second Degree > $1,000 but < $5,000.

Arresting agency – Hackett Police Department:
Wesley Leonard Hartsfield of Bonanza was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on September 6 at 1:17 p.m. and released on legally sufficient bond September 6 at 5:37 p.m. Hartsfield was charged with Assault On Family Or Household Member-3rd Degree, and Terroristic Threatening in the First Degree.

Arresting agency – Arkansas State Police Troop H:
Donna June Jordan of Booneville was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on September 6 at 9:59 p.m. and transferred to an outside agency on September 6 at 11:23 p.m. Jordan was charged with Assist Outside Agency-Misd., and Contempt-willful disobedience (Failure to Pay Fine).

Grace McPherson of Paris was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on September 5 at 4:56 p.m. and remains at the SCADC without bond. McPherson was charged with Fugitive from Justice Out of State.

Herman Ray Raulston of Greenwood was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on September 7 at 1:33 p.m. and released legally sufficient bond September 8 at 8:54 a.m. Raulston was charged with Criminal Mischief in the First Degree > $1,000 but < $5,000, Theft of Property <$1k, Criminal Trespass premises C misdemeanor.

Pedro Romero of Midland was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on September 7 at 10:50 a.m. and remains at the SCADC with cash bond. Romero was charged with Failure to Appear – Class C Felony.

Micheal Jason Ward, Junior of Greenwood was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on September 6 at 11:24 p.m. and released on legally sufficient bond September 7 at 2:25 p.m. Ward was charged with Driving While Intoxicated 1st Offense.

Arresting agency – Arkansas Parole:
Jody William Knight of Greenwood was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on September 4 at 3:32 p.m. and remains at the SCADC with jail time. Knight was charged with drug court sanctions.

Arresting agency – Lavaca Police Department:
Sarah Michelle Morrison of Fort Smith was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on September 7 at 1:38 a.m. and remains at the SCADC with bond. Morrison was charged with Failure to Appear – Class B Misdemeanor and Driving While Intoxicated 1st Offense.

Arresting agency – Bonanza Police Department, Hackett Police Department:
Staci Leann Neu of Bonanza was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on September 6 at 6:51 p.m. and remains at the SCADC without bond. Neu was charged with Theft of Property >$1k–motor vehicle and parole violation.

Arresting agency – Logan County Sheriff’s Office:
Laddy Thompson, 28 of Booneville, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on September 2 at 6:19 p.m. Thompson was charged with breaking or entering, two counts of possession of drug paraphernalia, fleeing, and residential burglary.

Merl Wilkins, 37 of Booneville, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on September 2 at 6:31 p.m. Wilkins was charged with criminal trespass, possession of a controlled substance, furnishing, possessing or using prohibited articles -delivering a prohibited article.

David Hagy, 32 of Huntington, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on September 3 at 10:25 a.m. Hagy was charged with failure to appear.

Roy Graham, 54 of Paris, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on September 4 at 8:14 p.m. Graham was charged with contempt of court and hold for other agency.

Darin Haney, 58 of Paris, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on September 5 at 8:56 p.m. Haney was charged with contempt of court.

Matthew Franklin, 38, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on September 6 at 1:22 p.m. Franklin was charged with hold for U.S. Marshal.

James Robinson, 59 of Booneville, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on September 6 at 2:08 p.m. Robinson was charged with possession of a controlled substance schedule I/II, public intoxication – drinking in public.

Tyler Dewitt, 33 of Paris, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on September 6 at 3:35 p.m. Dewitt was charged with warrant served, absconding, possession of a controlled substance, parole hold, and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Arresting agency – Franklin County Sheriff’s Office:
Kaleb Carter, 23 of Greenwood, was booked into the Franklin County Detention Center on September 7 at 5:31 p.m. Carter was charged with failure to appear on unclassified misdemeanor (FTA).

Renny Titus, 39 of Huntsville, was booked into the Franklin County Detention Center on September 7 at 1:03 p.m. Titus was charged with activities prohibited where signs posted.

Darnell Deshawn Robinson, 32 of Ozark, was booked into the Franklin County Detention Center on September 6 at 4:31 p.m. Robinson was charged with nonsupport (>10,000<25,000)

James Richard Mcentyre, 39 of Ratcliff, was booked into the Franklin County Detention Center on September 6 at 12:48 p.m. Mcentyre was charged with failure to appear on unclassified misdemeanor (FTA).

Robert Grainger, 43 of Hartman, was booked into the Franklin County Detention Center on September 5 at 4:07 p.m. Grainger was sentenced to the Arkansas Department of Corrections.

**The charges against those arrested are allegations and the cases are still pending in the courts.**

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