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Timepiece: The Trail Where They Cried

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Timepiece: The Trail Where They Cried

By Dr. Curtis Varnell

The Indian Removal Act was passed in early 1830, resulting in one of the most dismal periods of Arkansas history.  More than 60,000 members of the five civilized tribes were forced from their ancestral homelands in the east and resettled in Indian Territory.  Unwilling for the most part, these people had little choice but to uproot from lands they had owned since antiquity and herded west to “relocate” in what is now Oklahoma.  In most cases, military accompanied by hired contractors, were given the task of guiding the natives to their new homes.  These contractors, paid by the head to deliver the tribes to their new home, sought the easiest, fastest, and cheapest routes of delivery.  The result was a multitude of pathways and means of delivery, all having a common denominator of hardship, disease, and often death. 

Most of the pathways westward included portions of the trip traveling in caravans with wagonloads of possessions, often walking barefoot beside the wagons along primitive roads and trails cutting through forest and swampland.   The decade of the 1830’s saw miserable summer and extremely cold winters, factors which were often ignored by contractors and military who were consumed with getting the goods delivered as rapidly as possible.  Untold numbers of tribal members died, the results of dysentery, measles, and other communicable disease.  

Many of the Cherokee came through the Northern route which passed through Missouri and then down the Fayetteville road to Fort Smith while the other tribes more often traveled up the Arkansas River as far as possible and then up the Military road running from Little Rock to Fort Gibson as the water became to shallow to traverse.  The journal of Lt. Edward Deas, shared to me by my friend Dusty Helbling, describes in detail many of the hardships.

Deas, and his contingent of Cherokee, had arrived in Little Rock on April 11th of 1838 and were some of the last group of Cherokees to make the journey.  Finding the steamboat that had delivered them thus far too large to travel westward, Deas arranged for the smaller boat, the Little Rock and two accompanying keel boats, to deliver the group to Oklahoma for $5 a head.  The journal describes the difficulty experienced by the group as they travelled.  A day out of Little Rock, one of the keel boats sprang a leak when it encountered a hidden snag.  Landing on shore for repair, they found that that area residents were plagued by small-pox.  Leaving one of the keelboats and most of the supplies, they proceeded with all dispatch on up the river.  The boats constantly encountered sandbars and shoals.  When this occurred, the travelers were put ashore and walked miles through the underbrush until bypassing the obstacles.  

The group encountered a storm on April 17th and, facing a strong wind, could not make headway and the tents, set up on shore, offered little or no protection.  On the 21st of April, the group reached Titsworth Landing, a plantation near the current small town of Roseville, AR.  With water too shallow to proceed further, the group were offloaded and wagons were rented to transport the group from there into Fort Smith.  

The group traveled south by wagon, joining the old Military road near the current town of Caulksville and then west.  Spending the night on Vache Grasse creek, Deas casually mentions that two of the small children had passed away in the night and were buried along the stream near what is now Central.  This was not uncommon.  The 1834 group of 500 Cherokee camped near Cadron (Conway) reported losing 81 members of their party when a cholera epidemic swept through their camp.  Way too many other groups reported similar losses. 

Nearing the end of April, the party eventually arrived in Fort Smith and were dispersed over the river and into Indian territory, completing the journey on the trek known as nunahi-duna-dlo-hilu-i— “the trail where they cried.”

Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship Fund welcomes Christine Gronwald as Director of Development

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Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship Fund welcomes Christine Gronwald as Director of Development

Statewide nonprofit Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship Fund (ASPSF) is pleased to announce Christine Gronwald as its new Director of Development.

Gronwald started Aug. 5 and brings 24 years of nonprofit and marketing experience to the organization. In her role, she will lead fundraising efforts to expand support for low-income single parents pursuing higher education.

Most recently, Gronwald served as the Director of Development for the EAST Initiative, where she successfully led fundraising activities and enhanced donor engagement. Additionally, her development background includes positions at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Central Arkansas Library System, and Central Arkansas Radiation Therapy Institute.

Gronwald is also highly involved with the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP), Greater Arkansas Chapter. During her 10 years with AFP, she served as President in 2020 and 2021, was elected to various committees, and remains active with AFP Global.

“I am thrilled to welcome Christine to our team,” said Jenn Morehead, Executive Director of ASPSF. “Her impressive experience and results-driven approach give me great confidence in her ability to lead our fundraising efforts. I look forward to the growth and success we will achieve together.”

Gronwald earned her Bachelor of Arts in communications with an emphasis in business and a minor in marketing from the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville. She also holds a Master of Business Administration from Capella University where she graduated with honors and was inducted into the Delta Mu Delta honors society. She was elected to Maumelle City Council in January 2023.

“I hold education at all levels in very high regard,” Gronwald said. “It’s something that has been instilled in me my whole life. My mom was a 40-year educator at Little Rock School District, both as a teacher and a principal. I believe growth through education should be accessible to anyone seeking growth, and ASPSF aligns with those values well.”

A Little Rock native, Gronwald moved to Maumelle in 2014 with her husband, Jason; two stepdaughters, Zoe and Gigi; and their four rescue dogs. She is a member of Rotary International, Maumelle Philanthropists, and the All Inclusive Playground Committee for the city of Maumelle.

For media inquiries or further information, please contact ASPSF Communications Director Jen Para at [email protected] or 501-550-6304.

About Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship Fund: Since 1990, Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship Fund has worked to create stronger, more educated, and more self-sufficient families. Through scholarships and services, ASPSF opens doors for low-income single parents, helping them pursue education, secure employment, and transform the future for their families. With the help of volunteers and community support, ASPSF creates multigenerational change, transforming lives for both single parents and their children. For information about scholarships, volunteer opportunities, and ways to give, visit www.aspsf.org.

Director Predicts Splash Pad Will “Not Likely” be Open for Use in 2024

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Director Predicts Splash Pad Will “Not Likely” be Open for Use in 2024

The meeting was called to order by Parks Commission Chair Joel Goldstein at 4:00 p.m.; roll was called and members present were as follows: Cinda Bell, Jennifer Travis, Kay Headley, Brandon Tate, and Otis Edwards; a quorum was present and City Clerk/Treasurer Sharla Derry was present.

Approval of Minutes
Motion was made by Mr. Edwards, seconded by Ms. Bell to approve the 05-28-24 regular meeting
minutes as presented; motion passed unanimously.

Committee Reports

  1. Freedom Fest Committee – Mr. Craig stated that he felt that despite the heat, it was a good event
    with close to 80 artisan vendors and 20 food vendors; he said several employees worked and members of high school groups volunteered their time also, which was a huge help as 25-30 total volunteers made all the difference in streamlining the event overall. He said 7/25 the committee will meet to discuss process improvements and set up meetings for the next event and said that the 7/3 food vendor placement helped with getting those food trucks placed ahead of the 7/4 event.
  2. Trails Committee – Mr. Tate said there was a meeting in July and they talked about updating the
    master plan, with concentration on property boundaries so that a correct plan is ensured; plan for talks with the school and art guild about putting quilt-related art along the trails; talks of creating native wildflower areas along the trails in an effort to help the pollinators.
    Mrs. Gwen Martin reported that she was unable to go past a half mile down the East Loop trail at the lake due to trail overgrowth, and there was a discussion about keeping the trails at the lake maintained with the Parks Department taking over the marking of the trails, and the maintenance thereof, since it appears that it won’t be completed via a scout project.
  3. Tree & Plant Board – Ms. Bell said the committee has met and visited with Hunter of the Planning
    Department and she received ordinances about greenspace and what the City faces as far as greenspace and canopy goes. Mr. Goldstein asked Mr. Craig if pine trees could be planted this fall where the trees were removed off of the loop at the lake trail; Mr. Craig confirmed that he would add this to his list.

Agenda Items to be Added: None

Business Items
Director – Sale of Kawasaki Side-by-Side to Street Department – Mr. Craig said that his
department believes this equipment to be beyond useful state of repair and the Street Department is interested in its transfer; he said the Street Department can pay an agreed upon amount of $1,500.00 for the equipment and Mr. Craig confirmed that it could be replaced within the Parks Department eventually, but not immediately; motion was made by Mr. Edwards, seconded by Ms. Bell to approve this; motion passed unanimously.

Foundation Report
None

Director’s Report: Written report submitted with talking points as follows:

  • Splash pad update, with financials provided by Mr. Marsh (after director’s report)
  • Fox Run Road is set to be underway July 22nd; water / sewer was affected by grades and that has caused delay
  • Splash pad likely not to be finished for use this year
  • New disc golf course is much more challenging, which was desired
  • Update on Liberty Park wooden covered bridge which will be charming when finished
  • Oaks to Bell Park trail paving is at 30% engineering and comments are being collected to satisfy
    state requirements; easements being acquired
  • $10,000 that would have been spent on mountain bike trails would be better served by transfer to
    the splash pad
  • Geno’s fundraiser Tuesday night for Inclusive Park
  • Phasing of Inclusive Park project being discussed in order to see progress; talk of in-kind services
    being offered by engineering and Steve Beam Construction for initial phase
  • 16 events at pavilion this month versus 9 last year
  • Pavilion power washing and staining quote came in at around $10,000; previous was done 3-4
    years ago but wrong material was used then; this is intended to be placed into next year’s budget,
    along with addressing weathered wood on pergola in amphitheater
  • Request to check on cost to repairs of cracks in flooring at pavilion

Comments: None

Adjournment: Motion to adjourn was made by Mr. Tate, seconded by Mrs. Travis; meeting adjourned at 5:12 p.m.

Waldron School Board Meets

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Waldron School Board Meets

The regular monthly meeting of the Waldron School Board was held in the Central Office Building Monday, August 12, 2024; at 6:30 p.m. Board members present were Clay Woodall, Mac Davis, Konnor McKay and Stan Cottrell. Board member Angela Hunsucker was absent.  Others present were Superintendent Daniel Fielding, Misty Owens, Kristi Sigman, Darla Jeffery, Josh Atchley, Tonya Cluck, Kim Solomon, Toni Dozier, Cheyenne Smith, Chelsea Ridenhour Zack Taylor, Blake Bingham and Chris Lipham.

President Woodall called the meeting to order at 6:35p.m. 

Mr. Woodall welcomed everyone.

Mr. Konnor McKay began the meeting with a word of prayer.

​Mr. Mac Davis led the Pledge of Allegiance.

​A motion was made by Mac Davis and seconded by Konnor McKay to approve 

the Consent Agenda items:  A) Approval of the July 8th Minutes; B) Approve Financial Reports and Expenditures; C) Approve Purchase Order for zSpace; D) Approve Milk Bid for Food Service.  Motion carried 4-0.

​A motion was made by Konnor McKay and seconded by Stan Cottrell to approve the policy updates.  Motion carried 4-0.

A motion was made by Mac Davis and seconded by Stan Cottrell to approve the Petition for Transfer of Students.  Motion carried 4-0.

A motion was made by Konnor McKay and seconded by Mac Davis to accept the Site Assessments presented by Superintendent Fielding. Motion carried 4-0.

A motion was made by Mac Davis and seconded by Konnor McKay to approve the ABC, Elementary, Middle and High School Handbook changes.  Motion carried 4-0.

Meet the Teacher Night was a success.  Mrs. Solomon also commented that there are 26 babies and toddlers on the waiting list for First Step. She is still enrolling students in the on-line virtual academy at this time, with 22 currently enrolled.  Mrs. Jeffery informed the board that there are 84 Kindergarteners enrolled as of now.  She also reported that it looks like Elementary will be getting approved for the High Impact grant that will pay high school students to come tutor elementary students.  Mr. Taylor announced that the FCA Back to School Bash will be Wednesday, August 14th at 5:00. School pictures will be Thursday at the Middle School. Coach Atchley extended a heart felt thank you to the community that helped in feeding the faculty and staff during PD week.  He also talked about the upcoming opportunities with partnering with UARM, this brings many career options to students that they will be able to obtain here at Waldron UARM campus.  Coach Atchley also stated that 325 students attended Meet the Teacher night.  

Assistant Superintendent Mr. Lipham reported that the Transportation Department has all bus driver positions covered at this time.  Superintendent Daniel Fielding expressed gratitude to the administrators, summer workers, maintenance and custodians for a job well done this summer.

​A motion was made by Mac Davis and seconded by Stan Cottrell to accept the resignation of Brooke Yandell as High School Paraprofessional as of the end of 2023/24 SY. Motion carried 4-0.

​A motion was made by Konnor McKay and seconded by Mac Davis to accept the resignation of Norma Scantling, Amie Carpenter and Amber Scott from Food Service as of the end of the 2023/24 SY.  Motion carried 4-0.

​A motion was made by Stan Cottrell and seconded by Konnor McKay to transfer Tesia Owens to Elementary Teacher, effective July 31, 2024.  Motion carried 4-0.

​A motion was made by Mac Davis and seconded by Konnor McKay to hire Nancy Lynch and Tanesha Tull for Food Service effective August 8, 2024.  Motion carried 4-0.

A motion was made by Konnor McKay and seconded by Stan Cottrell to hire David Carter as a Level 2 Bus Driver effective August 9, 2024.  Motion carried 4-0.

A motion was made by Mac Davis and seconded by Konnor McKay to hire Karley Thompson as High School ESLParaprofessional, pending she receives necessary credentials, effective August 5, 2024.  Motion carried 4-0.

A motion was made by Konnor McKay and seconded by Mac Davis to hire Sandra Garner as High School Paraprofessional effective August 5, 2024.  Motion carried 4-0.

​A motion was made by Konnor McKay and seconded by Stan Cottrell to adjourn. Motion carried 4-0.

Meeting adjourned at 7:40 p.m.

Obituary: Frances “Fran” Broomfield (1967 – 2024)

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Obituary: Frances “Fran” Broomfield (1967 – 2024)

Frances Elaine Broomfield, better known as Fran, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Saturday, August 10, 2024 with loved ones by her side. Fran was born August 23, 1967 in Waldron, Arkansas to John Benjamin “Ben” and Thelma (Sparks) Phillips. She was 56 years young.

Fran was a member of New Life Center in Waldron. She was strong in her faith and she was a prayer warrior. She believed in sharing God with everyone she could. Fran was the administrative assistant at Waldron Nursing Center for 20 plus years before recently retiring. She loved the people she worked with and especially enjoyed getting to love on and help the folks that live at the nursing home. Her compassion and caring nature was immeasurable. When Fran wasn’t working she could be found riding 4 wheelers in the mountains, on the back of a motorcycle with Randal and her most favorite thing was getting to be a Nana. She loved spending time with all her family making forever memories. She also took care special care of her yorkies, Grizz and Conner. 

Fran leaves behind to cherish her memory, her loving husband Randal of the home, daughter Kassie Lee Blackmon of Parks, Arkansas, son Trey Broomfield and wife Malinda of Waldron, Arkansas and daughter Ashley Broomfield of Waldron, Arkansas. Nana will forever remain in the hearts of her grandchildren: Caiden, Heaven, Parker and Palmer. Fran is also survived by one sister Lois Staggs of Parks, Arkansas. Fran will be missed by all that knew her and the many whose lives she impacted including a host of extended family, friends, neighbors and loved ones dear to her heart.

Fran is preceded in death by her parents Ben and Thelma Phillips.

Fran’s celebration of life will be 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at the New Life Center in Waldron, Arkansas with Rev. Trey Broomfield officiating. Interment will follow in the Parks Cemetery in Parks, Arkansas. Arrangements are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas.

Fran’s visitation will be Tuesday, August 13, 2024 from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron, Arkansas.

Fran’s pallbearers will be Brandon Sparks, David Adaway, Floyd Rose, Anthony Rose, Richey Yandell and Todd VanDeWiele.

Arrest Reports 8/4

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Arrest Reports 8/4

Arresting agency – Sebastian County Sheriff’s Department:
Matthias Cissco Aviles of Greenwood was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on August 9 at 11:15 a.m. and remains at the SCADC without bond. Aviles was charged with ADC commitment hold.

Levi Joseph Cothran of Mansfield was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on August 8 at 8:31 a.m. and released on legally sufficient bond August 8 at 2:05 p.m. Cothran was charged with Driving While Intoxicated 1st Offense.

Zachary Nelson Foote of Huntington was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on August 10 at 10:34 p.m. and released on legally sufficient bond August 11 at 1:57 a.m. Foote was charged with Possession of Controlled Substance – Schedule IV / V <28g-inmate.

Jason Clinton Gothard of Hackett was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on August 9 at 3:01 p.m. and released on legally sufficient bond August 9 at 5:31 p.m. Gothard was charged with Petition to Revoke – Felony.

Joseph Karl Hemerlein of Greenwood was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on August 4 at 8:46 p.m. and released on legally sufficient bond August 5 at 12:55 a.m. Hemerlein was charged with Domestic Battering in the Third Degree – Purposely, Assault on Family or Household Member-3rd Degree, and two counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Minor in the Third Degree.

Nicholas Wayne Lewis of Charleston was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on August 5 at 1:15 a.m. and released on signature bond August 5 at 2:55 a.m. Lewis was charged with Contempt-willful disobedience (Failure to Pay Fine)

Anthony Gergory Painter of Lavaca was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on August 9 at 1:28 a.m. and released on August 9 at 4:20 a.m. Painter was charged with Reckless Driving 1st Offense.

Kenitay Cache Salyers of Charleston was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on August 7 at 10:25 p.m. and remains at the SCADC with legally sufficient bond. Salyers was charged with Fleeing -Vehicle, Possession of Controlled Substance – Schedule I/II 2-28g Felony, Possession Drug Paraphernalia – Felony, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia – Ingest Meth/Cocaine, and Reckless Driving 1st Offense.

Arresting agency – Lavaca Police Department:
Tabatha Marie Cole of Lavaca was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on August 4 at 1:44 a.m. and released on bond August 6 at 9:02 a.m. Cole was charged with Assault on Family or Household Member-3rd Degree, and Disorderly Conduct – Excessive Noise.

Arresting agency – Greenwood Police Department:
Timothy Scott Craig of Greenwood was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on August 5 at 4:27 p.m. and released on legally sufficient bond August 5 at 8:19 p.m. Craig was charged with Assault on Family or Household Member-3rd Degree.

Terri L Gabbert of Greenwood was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on August 8 at 10:50 p.m. and remains at the SCADC with cash bond. Gabbert was charged with Failure to Appear – Class B Misdemeanor.

Alton Lloyd Hice of Greenwood was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on August 9 at 7:51 a.m. and released on bond August 9 at 2:50 p.m. Hice was charged with DWI I – Drugs Misdemeanor, Center Left Turn Lane Violation, Driving Left of Center/Improper Overtaking or Passing, and Possession of Controlled Substance – Schedule VI 4-10oz Felony.

Meghan Marie Pettis of Greenwood was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on August 8 at 12:58 p.m. and remains at the SCADC without bond. Pettis was charged with Resisting Arrest Misdemeanor, Endangering the Welfare of a Minor in the First Degree -Conduct, Domestic Battering in the Third Degree – Purposely, and Aggravated Assault – Firearm.

Arresting agency – Arkansas State Police Troop H:
Hammons, Tyler J of Lavaca was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on August 7 at 6:46 p.m. and remains at the SCADC without bond. Hammons was charged with Failure to Appear – Class C Felony, Fugitive from Justice Out of State, fleeing -foot-serious injury, Obstructing Governmental Operations-ID, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia – Ingest Meth/Cocaine, Resisting Arrest Misdemeanor, and Criminal Mischief in the First Degree – $1,000 or less.

Arresting agency – Arkansas Parole:
Michael Allen Hatcher of Greenwood was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on August 8 at 12:18 p.m. and remains at the SCADC without bond. Hatcher was charged with Parole Violation, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia – Ingest, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia – Pack or Repack -and Other, Possession of Controlled Substance – Schedule I/II Felony <2g, and Petition to Revoke – Felony.

Arresting agency – Fort Smith Police Department:
Nathan Wayne Mackey of Greenwood was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on August 9 at 12:43 p.m. and released on legally sufficient bond August 9 at 2:39 p.m. Mackey was charged with Burglary – Residential Felony.

Cody Wayne Williams of Lavaca was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on August 4 at 8:05 a.m. and remains at the SCADC with bond. Williams was charged with Petition to Revoke – Felony, Possession of [Schedule I/II Controlled Substance] <2g-inmate, Possession Drug Paraphernalia – Felony, and Failure to Appear – Class B Misdemeanor.

Jamie Terrell Wortham of Booneville was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on August 7 at 2:37 p.m. and remains at the SCADC with jail time. Wortham was charged with Driving on Suspended or Revoked DL – DWI.

Arresting agency – Hartford Police Department:
Erin Michelle McKim of Hartford was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on August 5 at 10:03 p.m. and released to an outside agency on August 6 at 12:48 a.m. McKim was charged with Assist Outside Agency-Felony.

Arresting agency – Logan County Sheriff’s Department:
Cory Boyd, 22 of Magazine, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on August 4 at 1:48 p.m. Boyd was charged with two counts of contempt of court.

Gregory Fraijo, 53 of Paris, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on August 8 at 3:19 p.m. Fraijo was charged with extradition out of state.

Jesse Reed, 30 of Charleston, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on August 8 at 8:10 p.m. Reed was charged with aggravated assault on a family or household member, and contempt of court.

Coleman James, 29 of Paris, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on August 9 at 6:10 a.m. James was charged with possession of drug paraphernalia, fleeing, and refusal to submit to arrest.

Timmy Pettigrew, 34 of Paris, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on August 9 at 10:16 a.m. Pettigrew was charged with forgery in the first degree.

Adam Capo, 38 of Ratcliff, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on August 9 at 10:31 a.m. Capo was charged with bond revocation.

Katherine Kemp, 49 of Fort Smith, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on August 9 at 3:25 p.m. Kemp was charged with disorderly conduct, and public intoxication – drinking in public.

Samuel Harrison, 20 of Danville, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on August 10 at 7:20 p.m. Harrison was charged with terroristic threatening in the first degree, two counts of failure to appear, criminal mischief in the first degree, and criminal trespass.

Danielle Warren, 35 of Delaware, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on August 10 at 9:30 p.m. Warren was charged with assault on family or household member in the third degree.

Arresting agency – Franklin County Sheriff’s Department:
Charles Allan Whitten, 32 of Ozark, was booked into the Franklin County Detention Center on August 10 at 9:24 p.m. Whitten was charged with failure to comply with conditions of suspended sentence or probation, and failure to appear on unclassified misdemeanor (FTA).

Calysta C Markley, 26 of Ozark, was booked into the Franklin County Detention Center on August 10 at 12:25 a.m. Markley was charged with driving while intoxicated – DWI 1st.

Jason A. Dinkel, 45 of Booneville, was booked into the Franklin County Detention Center on August 9 at 10:38 p.m. Dinkel was charged with failure to appear on unclassified misdemeanor (FTA).

Kari Dawn Sheets, 40 of Clarksville, was booked into the Franklin County Detention Center on August 9 at 12:24 p.m. Sheets was charged with failure to appear on violation (FTA).

John Paul Combs, 39 of Ratcliff, was booked into the Franklin County Detention Center on August 9 at 12:02 p.m. Combs was charged with two counts of failure to pay child support, and two counts of failure to appear on unclassified misdemeanor (FTA).

Stephen L. Dillard, 49 of Thaxton, MS, was booked into the Franklin County Detention Center on August 9 at 4:35 a.m. Dillard was charged with possession of SCH I or II LT 2 GM, possession of drug paraphernalia, simultaneous possession of drugs and firearms, tamper with physical evidence – obstruct prosecution / defense felony.

Samantha D. Tallant, 36 of Pontotoc, MS, was booked into the Franklin County Detention Center on August 9 at 4:26 a.m. Tallant was charged with possession of SCH I or II LT 2 GM, possession of drug paraphernalia, simultaneous possession of drugs and firearms, tamper with physical evidence – obstruct prosecution / defense felony, speeding, and improper lane change.

Jaden Forrest Moffatt – Cornelius, 23 of Fort Smith, was booked into the Franklin County Detention Center on August 8 at 9:13 p.m. Cornelius was sentenced to days.

James Edward Arnold, 49 of Oklahoma City, OK, was booked into the Franklin County Detention Center on August 8 at 3:42 p.m. Arnold was charged with failure to comply with conditions of pre-trial release, and two counts of failure to appear.

Brittney Shae Crosby, 37 of Ozark, was booked into the Franklin County Detention Center on August 8 at 12:40 p.m. Crosby was charged with failure to pay child support

John Nichols Harris, 32 of Ozark, was booked into the Franklin County Detention Center on August 8 at 11:11 a.m. Harris was charged with battery – 2nd degree / purpose of causing injury, causes serious injury, and aggravated assault.

Jason Douglas Root, 50 of Charleston, was booked into the Franklin County Detention Center on August 7 at 7:56 p.m. Root was charged with assault on family or household member – 3rd degree / apprehension of imminent, interreference with emergency communication second degree, disorderly conduct, and resisting arrest.

Shannon Renae Buchanan, 55 of Ozark, was booked into the Franklin County Detention Center on August 6 at 9:07 p.m. Buchanan was charged with disorderly conduct and public intoxication.

Robert Dale McClellan, 70 of Ozark, was booked into the Franklin County Detention Center on August 6 at 4:57 p.m. McClellan was charged with two counts of failure to appear on unclassified misdemeanor (FTA).

Lanny O’Dell Wooten, 54 of Ozark, was booked into the Franklin County Detention Center on August 5 at 2:30 p.m. Wooten was charged with driving while intoxicated – DWI 2nd, open container containing alcohol in motor vehicle, driving while license suspended, and sentenced to days.

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

Obituary: Edna Lee (Scott) Piles (1946 – 2024)

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Obituary: Edna Lee (Scott) Piles (1946 – 2024)

Edna Lee (Scott) Piles, 78, of Waldron, Arkansas went to be with her Lord and Savior, Thursday, August 8, 2024 in Waldron, Arkansas surrounded by her loving family. Edna was born July 12, 1946 in Acorn, Arkansas to Robert “Bob” and Bonnie (Wilhite) Scott.

Edna was married to the love of her life Holland Leamon Piles for 33 marvelous years before Leamon went to Heaven to wait for her. Edna was a woman that enjoyed deer hunting, loved nature, and listening to the symphony of farm life. She lived a life enriched by the simple pleasures of watching bluebirds as well as reading and enjoying the warmth of a cup of coffee throughout her day. In her youth, Edna showcased her competitive spirit in sports like softball, basketball, and bowling. This spirited nature transitioned seamlessly into her role as a grandmother, where her heart overflowed with joy in the presence of her cherished grandchildren. The memories made with them will forever be treasured.

Edna leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and cherished memories. She is survived by her children: Karla Scott and son-in-law Buster of Cedar Creek, Arkansas; Keri Davis and son-in-law Jason of Greenwood, Arkansas; and Jason Piles and daughter-in-law Terri of Greenwood, Arkansas. Nanny will be missed by her twelve grandchildren: Justin Scott, Lauren Ozuna, Colten Scott, Deavon McCafferty, Brynlee Davis, Shawnee Justice, Kaiden Mundy, Kylar Mundy, Ashlea Townsend, Dylon Piles, Amberlin Piles, Danielle Randolph and numerous great grandchildren. Edna is also survived by her sister, Teresa Rodebush-Hill of Greenwood, Arkansas and brother, Aaron “Bub” Scott of Greenwood, Arkansas. Edna will be greatly missed by a host of nieces and nephews. She will also be missed by precious friend and roommate Doris Kelley, who looked out for her and loved her unconditionally, and all that knew her and the many lives she impacted.

Edna was preceded in death by her loving husband Leamon Piles, her parents Robert “Bob” and Bonnie Scott, her two sons: Kristopher Wayne McCullah and Richie Dee Piles, sisters: Aldena Tinder, Geneva Piper, Linda Hill and Thelma Johnston, and great granddaughter Briella Ozuna.

Edna’s visitation will be Wednesday, August 14, 2024 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home.

Edna’s life celebration will be at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, August 15, 2024 at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron, Arkansas with Rev. Jerry Hill officiating. Interment will follow at the Hawkins Cemetery in Parks, Arkansas. Arrangements are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas.

Edna’s pallbearers will be Justin Scott, Colten Scott, Deavon McCafferty, Kaiden Mundy, Kylar Mundy, Guadalupe Ozuna, and Josh Leatherwood.

Registration for fall’s Walk Across Arkansas to open Aug. 26

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Registration for fall’s Walk Across Arkansas to open Aug. 26

By Ryan McGeeney
U of A System Division of Agriculture 

The registration date for the Cooperative Extension Service’s biannual health initiative, Walk Across Arkansas, is fast approaching. Individual Arkansans are encouraged to form teams in their respective workplaces, neighborhoods or other communities and join the effort on Aug. 26.

Heather Wingo, family and consumer sciences program associate for the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture, said the Cooperative Extension Service has been using Walk Across Arkansas to promote health and active lifestyle changes in the state for about 20 years.

“The program’s main goal is to increase physical activity,” Wingo said. “We’re working to help Arkansans overcome the state’s high obesity rates and combat chronic disease throughout individuals’ lifespans.”

During the eight-week session, individuals will log their daily total number of minutes of physical activity — which isn’t limited to walking. Running, gardening, playing or coaching a team sport — it all counts.

“A lot of Arkansans live close to parks or trails,” Wingo said. “It’s great when we see those being put to good use.”

During the spring 2024 Walk Across Arkansas, 65 teams — 346 participants — logged more than 986,000 minutes of activity over eight weeks.

The registration window for the fall session is Aug. 26 – Sept. 8. The eight-week session begins Sept. 9 and will conclude Nov. 3. To register, visit https://walk.uada.edu/walk/.

To learn about extension programs in Arkansas, contact your local Cooperative Extension Service agent or visit www.uaex.uada.edu. Follow us on X and Instagram at @AR_Extension. To learn more about Division of Agriculture research, visit the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station website: https://aaes.uada.edu/. Follow on X at @ArkAgResearch. To learn more about the Division of Agriculture, visit https://uada.edu/. Follow us on X at @AgInArk.

About the Division of Agriculture

The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture’s mission is to strengthen agriculture, communities, and families by connecting trusted research to the adoption of best practices. Through the Agricultural Experiment Station and the Cooperative Extension Service, the Division of Agriculture conducts research and extension work within the nation’s historic land grant education system. 

The Division of Agriculture is one of 20 entities within the University of Arkansas System. It has offices in all 75 counties in Arkansas and faculty on five system campuses.  

The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers all its Extension and Research programs to all eligible persons without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital or veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Obituary: Lyonette Thomas (1985-2024)

Tammy Teague
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Obituary: Lyonette Thomas (1985-2024)

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Lyonette Sue Thomas, a devoted wife, loving mother, and dedicated 15th Drug Task Force Agent. Born on August 28, 1985, in Waldron, Arkansas to Billy Joe Hale and Carolyn Hastings. She departed from this world on August 7, 2024 at her home at the age of 38.

Lyonette’s life reflected her passion for service, as she served with honor and distinction in the 15th Drug Task Force. Her dedication to her work was matched only by her love for the Arkansas Razorbacks and the Dallas Cowboys. Lyonette found solace in nature, often spending time deer hunting, trout fishing, tending to the cows, and riding on her side-by-side.

A woman of boundless love, Lyonette’s family held a special place in her heart. Her affection for her daughter Raylyn Sue was immeasurable, and she took great pride in being her biggest fan. Lyonette’s unwavering support and love for her family were evident in every smile, hug, and encouraging word she shared. In her travels across the United States, Lyonette embraced new experiences, creating lasting memories wherever she went. Her adventurous spirit and kind soul touched the lives of many, leaving a lasting mark on all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Lyonette is survived by her husband Austin Blake Thomas, her daughter Raylyn Sue and Dax & Jack. Her mother: Carolyn Hastings and husband Ken of Stigler, Oklahoma and her bonus mom: Kim Hale of Hale Town, Arkansas. Her siblings: Chelsea Lord, husband Jacob and nephew Miles Lord of Wasilla, Alaska; Charley Kay Mills and husband Byron of Springdale, Arkansas; Kendra Kisling of Waldron, Arkansas; Kayla Cox and husband Ronnie of Waldron, Arkansas; and brother: Dustin Kisling and wife Hope of Rogers, Arkansas. Lyonette is also survived by her paternal grandparents: Billie Sue and W.D. (Rabbit) Ray of Waldron, Arkansas; aunt: Lisa Ridenhour of Waldron, Arkansas; Jodi Perry of Poteau, Oklahoma and uncles: Laney Dale Jones and wife Dawn and Randy Jones and wife Sheila all of Gravelly, Arkansas. Cousins: Chrissy Trampp, Hannah Owens, Ethan Jones, Lauren Pyles, Logan Trampp, Bryson Jones and Jake Perry. Mother-in-law, Karen Brogdon and husband Perry of Dover, Arkansas; and two brother-in-laws: Jeremy and Laura Beth Brogdon of Greenbrier, Arkansas and Jesse Brogdon of Dover, Arkansas. Lyonette’s radiant smile and unwavering love for her family will truly be missed by each of those whose life she had impacted.

Lyonette was preceded in death by her father: Billy Joe Hale; step-father: Randy Hollingsworth; paternal grandfather: Joe Madison Hale; maternal grandparents: Grady Ezeal and Bobbie Jones; father-in-law: Glynn Thomas; brother-in-law: Josh Brogdon; and uncle: Dennis Jones.

To honor Lyonette’s remarkable life, a public visitation will be held at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron, Arkansas on Sunday, August 11, 2024, from 3:00 p.m. until 6:00p.m. A Celebration of Life ceremony will take place at the Waldron Public School’s Multi-Purpose Facility on Monday, August 12, 2024, at 2:00 pm with Rev. Ricky Hunt officiating. Interment will follow with Lyonette being laid to rest in the Union Hill Cemetery in Union Hill, Arkansas.

Lyonette’s pallbearers will be: Brittany Fletcher, Horacio Gonzalez, Cheyenne King, Wes Baxter, Tony Hartwick, Billy Alvey and Tyna Martin.

Honorary pallbearers will be: Ethan Jones, Logan Trampp, Bryson Jones, Jake Perry, Arkansas Narcotic Officers Association, Association of Oklahoma Narcotic Enforcers, Iowa Narcotic Officers Association, Kansas Narcotic Officers Association, Texas Narcotic Officers Association, Colorado Narcotic Officers Association, California Narcotic Officers Association, Nevada Narcotic Officers Association, National Narcotic Officers Associations Coalition, Louisiana Narcotic Officers Association.

As we remember Lyonette Sue Thomas, let us carry forward her legacy of love, integrity, and service. In her passing, she leaves behind a legacy of compassion and devotion that will be forever cherished by those who knew her. May her memory be a beacon of light in our lives, guiding us with the love and grace that Lyonette embodied so beautifully.

“Just Roll with It” Serving up Recipes and Humor

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“Just Roll with It” Serving up Recipes and Humor

By Sheri Hopkins, Lifestyle Contributor

Hello everyone! Boy it’s been hot in the River Valley. It is August, what do we expect?

When you go on vacation you pay for it. When you get home you have so much laundry and stuff to catch up on. The first night I was home, I told Ethan and Evan “I will cook supper for y’all since I have been gone a week.” Evan said, “we want chicken!” he said, “it’s been some tough days.” Six days to be exact! Poor kids must have nearly starved to death. I have them spoiled rotten!

Back to my vacation. One day my brother wasn’t feeling well, so Peggy and I took him back to the hotel room so he could rest. We went to downtown Mt. Airy and had so much fun shopping and talking to the town folks. Ya’ll are going to get tired of me telling y’all how friendly everyone was. We go back to the hotel, and we are walking through the lobby, and we had to go by the pool area. I hear someone yelling and I told Peggy, that sure sounded like my brother. She said, “no, that’s not him.” And we heard it again. I turned toward the pool area and low and behold he was in the pool by himself having a good ole time. I guess he got his second wind and decided to enjoy himself while we were out shopping.

There are seven wonders of the world. I have never been to any of them. I have been to Niagra Falls, the Grand Canyon, seen the Natural Bridge in Virginia, the Redwoods, been to the Ocean, the circus and saw the fat man dance, eat a whole cake and kill a bottle of Coke (why I’m not doing that gig is beyond me). Anyway, I got off track thinking of how much fun it would be in the circus. My vacation to Mt. Airy was in the top three vacations I have been on. If you get a chance to go, then go.

This week’s recipe is a pecan dump cake. Y’all know me and my dump cakes. Y’all be safe out in this heat and smile because when you are smiling the whole world smiles with you.

PECAN DUMP CAKE
2 packages of pre-made sugar cookie dough (the kind in the tube)
1 can coconut pecan frosting
2 cups chopped pecans
1/4 cup caramel syrup
1 box vanilla cake mix
3/4 cup butter, unsalted (1 and 1/2 sticks)
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 9×13 pan with non-stick spray. Spread the sugar cookie dough on the bottom of the pan. Spread the coconut pecan frosting on top of the sugar cookie dough. Sprinkle the pecans on top. Then drizzle the caramel on top of that. Sprinkle dry cake mix on top of the caramel. Do not mix. Add the sliced butter to the top and bake at 350 for 45 minutes or until golden brown.

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