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Paris Softball & Baseball Competing in Regionals This Week in Harrison

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Paris Softball & Baseball Competing in Regionals This Week in Harrison

HARRISON- The postseason is in full swing throughout Arkansas, and the Paris Eagles and Lady Eagles had successful runs in last week’s district tournament to both qualify for the Region 1 Tournament that is currently being held in Harrison.

Paris softball struggled this year to finish the conference regular season in fifth place. The Lady Eagles, playing as a number five seed in the district postseason tournament, entered the week having to win two games to qualify for the regionals.

Paris opened the tournament with the early game on day one of the tournament, soundly defeating the host school, Danville, by the score of 21-0. The win advanced Paris to the second round to face the Two Rivers Lady Gators in a rematch of a regular season game in which Two Rivers had defeated Paris.

But behind a gutty performance from pitcher Abby Nacol, the Lady Eagles defeated Two Rivers to earn a berth in this week’s regional. Paris advanced to the third round the next morning to play Hackett who many prognosticators have predicted to be the favorite to win this year’s 3A state title.

With the threat of rain later in the week, tournament officials decided to move up the softball tournament schedule so that the champion and remaining regional seeds would be determined by the end of the day on Wednesday. The change in game times meant that Paris, having completed its second-round game at approximately 5:30 p.m., would be back on the field the next morning for a 10 a.m. third round game against the seeded Lady Hornets who would be playing their first game.

Paris would be no match for Hackett and their all-state pitcher, Mackenzie Freeman. Freeman, a Tulsa University signee, was again impressive in her outing against Paris. Hackett would eventually go on to defeat Booneville to win the 3A-4 district tournament and is playing this week in the Harrison regional as the top seed from the 3A-4.

The semifinal loss for Paris sent them to the consolation game against Charleston who had lost their semifinal match with Booneville. It would be Paris’s fourth game in three days, and it was evident that fatigue and injuries affected Paris in their loss to Charleston. The Lady Tigers were impressive in their win, and are playing in this week’s regional as the number three seed from the conference.

Paris ended the district tournament week with a 2-2 record and qualified for the regionals as the conference’s number four seed. It was an impressive finish for a team that entered the tournament seeded fifth. Some teams may have quit to end a long and difficult season, but the Lady Eagles played hard all week and are being rewarded this week with a return trip to the regionals for the first time since 2022.

The Lady Eagles won two games in the district tournament to qualify for this week’s regional tournament (RNN Sports Photo / Jim Best)

The Paris baseball Eagles finished the conference regular season in second place to the Booneville Bearcats. In doing so, Paris earned a bye to the semifinals and awaited their eventual opponent throughout the week of earlier played games in the district tournament.

That opponent turned out to be the Charleston Tigers. Paris had defeated Charleston earlier in the season, and the rematch in the semifinals would be an opportunity for both teams to advance to the district tournament championship game. By virtue of the Eagles’ second place finish, Paris entered the tournament already guaranteed a spot in the regionals as one of the top four teams in the conference. Wins in the district tournament would increase the Eagles’ seeding in the regionals that could prove to be very important in the team’s hopes of advancing to the state tournament from regional play.

But the Charleston Tigers, behind an impressive pitching performance from sophomore Carter Little, handily defeated Paris, sending the Eagles to the consolation game. Paris struggled on the mound, on defense, and at the plate in one of their more frustrating performances of the season.

The loss sent Charleston to the finals to face Booneville for the district tournament championship and a top seed in this week’s regional. Booneville would go on to defeat Charleston for the tournament championship and a number one seed from the conference in the regional tournament. Charleston is playing this week as the conference’s number two seed.

The Pzris loss sent the Eagles to the consolation game against the Hackett Hornets. Hackett, who had lost in the semifinals on a walk-off home run to Booneville in the bottom of the seventh, had previously defeated the Eagles in Paris during the regular season. So, fans wanted to see how Paris would react to the semifinal loss to Charleston. Another loss in the consolation game would have sent Paris to the regionals as a number four seed and a first-round date against a top seed in the regional tournament. The path back to state would have been much more difficult.

But, behind outstanding pitching by senior Dawson Neumeier, Paris bounced back big the next day, defeating Hackett by the score of 7-0. Neumeier did not give up a hit until very late in the game, narrowly missing a no-hitter against the Hornets.

The consolation game win sent the Eagles to this week’s regional tournament as a number three seed and will play a two-seed in the first round of this week’s tournament.

Both the Paris softball and baseball teams are looking to win their regional tournament opening games to qualify for next week’s state tournament. RNN Sports will be in Harrison this week to bring you all of the action. Watch for a regional tournament recap in next week’s RNN Logan County newspaper.

Good luck to all of the River Valley teams this week in the regional tournament!!

“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! It’s a beautiful day and we are so blessed. I love this time of year.

This article is about weather and storms. I don’t like storms. When I was a child and young adult, I was never afraid of storms. My mother, on the other hand, was scared to death of storms. I mean she would be a nervous wreck. As a kid, it scares you seeing your parents having a meltdown. She would always say, “Howard, go out there and check out the storm!” My sweet daddy would walk out on the porch, and he would look around and I am not exaggerating when I say this, every single time, he would walk back in the house and say, “it’s going around us.” My mom would just freak out and start yelling, “we are going to get blown away one of these day by a storm going around us!”

We didn’t have a storm cellar. There was one at the house next to the sawmill in Mansfield, across from where we lived. Mrs. Henson had a storm cellar, so when it would storm, mom would always want to go to Mrs. Henson’s to the cellar, but dad refused to go. One night it was pouring rain, and it was storming like crazy, and mom was her usual scared to death self. She decided to get out the big guns and go to Mrs. Henson’s cellar, whether dad liked it or not. So, she gets out garbage bags and puts them over me, my sister Pam and her. We head out in all that rain and wind to the cellar. We can’t see anything; it is raining so hard. We get there and the whole Clopton family and some of Marie Clopton’s adult kids were already in the cellar. Let me tell ya, we were packed in there like sardines. Me and Pam in our fancy garbage bag attire right in the middle. There was no place to sit, like I said, we were packed in there like sardines. We stuck it out till the storm was over. Nothing got blowed away and all was well with the world. This happened on several occasions. Once when I was a teenager, it was coming a storm and mom wanted me to go to the shelter and I refused. Here she came with a fly swatter, threatening to whip me if I didn’t go along with her. Needless to say, I went with her. We lived through that storm also.

I was never afraid of storms until the storm a couple of years ago when the big tree fell on my house. Since then, I try to watch the radar and listen for the town siren. Storms are no joke, I’m not as scared as my mother, but I do get a little nervous now. Ok, enough about storms. It looks really dark outside, and I don’t like it.

Let’s talk about food and how I love to eat and bake. I don’t know if I have told y’all this or not, but me and some friends of mine go out and eat almost every Friday night. We try different diners. We have gone as far as Talihina to Pam’s Hateful Hussy Diner. It is one of my favorites. I think the best burger I have had is at Patrick’s Butcher Boy. My favorite thing to bake is desserts. This week is a Peanut Butter Delight. Enjoy and have a blessed week.

PEANUT BUTTER DELIGHT
Layer one is the crust: 1 cup flour, 1/2 cup softened butter, 1/4 cup sugar, 1 cup crushed pecans
Layer two: 1/3 cup peanut butter, 18 oz. package of cream cheese (room temperature), 1 cup powdered sugar, 1 tub of 8 oz. Cool Whip (use half with this layer)
Layer three: 2 packages chocolate pudding (3.4 oz), 2 2/3 cup cold milk
For the crust, mix all the ingredients together and press into a 9×13 baking dish (sprayed with cooking spray) and bake in a 300-degree oven for 15 minutes, or until light brown. For the second layer, mix the peanut butter, cream cheese, 1 cup of powdered sugar until creamy and then add half the Cool Whip and mix well. Make sure the crust is cool and spread this layer on the crust. For the third layer, mix the chocolate pudding and milk until it starts to thicken and then spread on the second layer. Top with the rest of the Cool Whip. You can sprinkle the small Reese’s Cups or chop the bigger size and put on top. Keep in the refrigerator till you are ready to serve and enjoy.

Master Gardener plant sales offer choice picks for home gardeners

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Tammy Teague

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Master Gardener plant sales offer choice picks for home gardeners

By Tracy Courage
U of A System Division of Agriculture

Master Gardener plant sales are happening all around the state, offering home gardeners a wide assortment of annuals, perennials, pollinators, herbs, vegetables and more. A word of advice though: Arrive early.

At a recent sale at the Pulaski County Master Gardeners greenhouse in Little Rock, customers lined up well before the 8 a.m. start time for the two-day sale. Within an hour, hot items like the yellow lantana had been scooped up, and by the end of the first day, most of the annuals and heirloom tomato plants were sold out.

“It was probably the best showing we’ve had on the first day, and it helped that the weather cooperated,” said Pulaski County Master Gardener Jessica Rogers, who co-chaired the plant sale. “We saw a lot of experienced gardeners coming for something specific. We grow a lot of natives from cuttings, and we had some unique native perennial plants.”

More than 30 Master Gardener plant sales are happening around the state. The sales started in April and will continue through the first week of June. Find a sale at www.uaex.uada.edu/plant-sales.

Novice and experienced gardeners benefit from the sales by getting healthy plants at prices often below those at gardening centers. As an added perk, buyers can talk to Master Gardeners on site to get their knowledgeable recommendations for plant selection and care.

Proceeds from the plant sales, in turn, benefit the communities in which they are held.

“The Master Gardener plant sales are the primary source of revenue for our Master Gardener groups,” said Randy Forst, extension consumer horticulture educator and Master Gardener coordinator for the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture. “They fund beautification projects, education outreach and scholarships for students pursuing plant-related studies.”

Upcoming plant sales include:

April 27: Craighead County, 7 a.m.-2 p.m. Judd Hill Farmers Market, 3360 Aggie Rd., Jonesboro

April 27: Cleburne County, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., 725 S. 4^th St., Heber Springs

April 27: Drew County, 8-11 a.m., Monticello Coffee Co., 316 Highway 425 South, Monticello

April 27: Independence County, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., UACCA, Batesville

April 27: Polk County, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., Polk County Fairgrounds, 603 Dequeen St., Mena

April 27: Baxter County 9-10:30 a.m., Baxter County Fairgrounds Livestock Barn, Mountain Home

April 27: Montgomery County, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Montgomery County Fairgrounds, Mount Ida

April 27: Arkansas County, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Arkansas County Fairgrounds, DeWitt

May 4: Pope County, 8 a.m.-Noon, Fairgrounds, 500 S. Knoxville, Russellville

May 4: Union County, 8 a.m.-3 p.m., Historic Newton House Museum, 510 N. Jackson St., El Dorado.

May 4: Madison County, 9 a.m.-12 p.m., Watson Primary School parking lot, 314 N Gaskill St., Huntsville

May 4: Prairie County, 9-11 a.m., Hazen Community Center

May 4: Stone County, 9 a.m.-12 p.m., Extension Homemakers Club (EHC) building at Stone County Fairgrounds, 216 Warren St, Mountain View

May 10-11: Crittenden County, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., 12401 Hwy 70 W, Proctor

May 11: Faulkner County, 8 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Conway Expo Center. 2505 E. Oak. St, Conway

May 11: Greene County, 8 a.m.-12 p.m., Paragould Farmers Market Community Pavilion

May 11: Van Buren County, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Van Buren County Fairgrounds, 1827 Arkansas 16 East, Clinton

May 11: Madison County, 9 a.m.-12 p.m., Kingston Square

May 11: Logan County, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Union Bank Community Center, Paris

May 17-18: Benton County Plant Sale & Expo, 7 a.m.-7 p.m.Friday and 7:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, First United Methodist Church, Bentonville.

June 8: Boone County, 9 a.m.-12 p.m., Downtown Square, Harrison

The Master Gardener program started with 40 members in four counties — Garland, Jefferson, Pulaski and Saline. Today, more than 3,200 members volunteer in 67 of the state’s counties.

To learn about Arkansas Master Gardeners, visit or www.uaex.uada.edu/Master-Gardeners or contact your local Cooperative Extension Service agent or visit www.uaex.uada.edu. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @AR_Extension.

Timepiece: The Sultana

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Tammy Teague

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By Dr. Curtis Varnell

The huge steamboat steamed upstream against the powerful current of the Mississippi River. It was mid-April and the spring rains had fueled a torrent of muddy, brown water which overflowed the banks and forced the three large steam boilers to toil to make headway. Making the task even more difficult, the 250-foot long boat, designed to carry 376 passengers, teemed with over 2,200 passengers- most recently released union prisoners from the notorious Andersonville POW camp.

Boat captain James Mason and the chief quartermaster Reuben Hatch devised an unscrupulous plan to transport the released Union soldier’s north for a fee of five for enlisted and ten dollars for officers. The men, eager to get home, piled onto the boat at Vicksburg. The ship was so overloaded, passengers were assigned a spot and told to remain in that location. Stopping at Helena early on April 26, several passengers flocked to one side to get a glimpse of the town and nearly capsized the boat. The only known photo of the boat was taken by a resident of Helena, noting the huge numbers of men lining the deck.

Later in the day, the Sultana stopped at Memphis and unloaded a large amount of sugar that was being transported in the hold. Rather than making the task easier on the boat, it was possibly the fatal mistake as it removed ballast and caused the boat to list back and forth more rapidly.

Leaving Memphis, the boat steamed north. Around 2 AM and at full-steam, the boat listed and the boilers exploded. Instant chaos developed on board. Hundreds were killed by the initial burst of boilers and the subsequent release of super-heated steam. Others were thrown from the boat into the icy waters where they quickly died from exposure. Estimated number of deaths from the sinking of the boat range from 1,300-1,800 soldiers and passengers. Survivors, scarred for life from severe burns and horrific memories, floated on jetsam and debris until help could arrive. Many drifted downstream seven miles, carried by rapid currents, until fished out of the river the next day near Memphis.

Alfred Varnell and his brother were fortunate. Non-officers, they were sleeping on deck when the explosion occurred and were able to escape. Alfred was badly burned and lost one ear. He suffered from his injuries the rest of his life. He was my GGG-great uncle.

Seth and Hanna Hardin, newly-wed passengers returning from their honeymoon, survived the blast and leaped from the boat together only to be separated when hitting the water. Seth survived but Hanna’s body was never recovered. Pvt. Commodore Smith describes the horror of being awakened by the explosion only to find himself buried under parts of human bodies and debris from the upper decks. The boat was on fire and hundreds were drowning in the waters below. Prayers and cries for help drifted up to him but there was little he could do. He threw every scrap of planking and floatable material into the water to help those in need only to see many of them sink below the surface. A good swimmer, he leaped overboard and clung to the top of a submerged cottonwood tree until rescued hours later.

Private Davenport of the 7^th Tennessee Cavalry described much the same scenario, awakening as pieces of timber smashed down and killed his comrades, one sleeping on the left of him, the other on the right. Others described falling into the frigid water and frantically clinging to every available piece of wood. Perhaps it was best described by Pvt. Eppenetus McIntosh, “During my prison life I suffered agonies untold. Tongue cannot tell it all, but this awful struggle for life in the waters was above all else I ever endured.” It should be noted that Mr. McIntosh survived Andersonville. When captured, he weighed 175 pounds but weighed 80 pounds when rescued, yet his worst moment was the sinking of the Sultana.

Occurring only a few weeks after the ending of the war and during the mourning period due to the assassination of President Lincoln, the explosion of the Sultana was not covered as extensively as would be normal. Many, even in Arkansas, have never heard of the story. A few years ago, during a drought, the bones and remains of the steamboat were uncovered near Marion, Arkansas. The Sultana Museum, located in Marion, is a testament and memorial to this forgotten tragedy. With possibly more lives lost than in the sinking of the Titanic, the forgotten story of the Sultana is the worst maritime disaster in the history of the U.S.

Five Hackett Residents Facing Felony Drug Charges

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Five Hackett Residents Facing Felony Drug Charges

Five Hackett residents are facing felony drug charges after the Hackett Police Department discovered multiple suspects in possession of drugs and firearms on Wednesday, April 24.

Police Chief Sean White stated that his department had planned to serve a warrant at 114 Fatum Lane in Hackett. Upon arrival, James Lishbrook, 56, Ashley Kimberling, 40, Kimberly Glass, 38, Michael Freeman, 48, and Tammy Branham, 37, all of Hackett, were located inside the residence.

According to White, all five were taken into custody and booked into the Sebastian County Adult Detention Center with the assistance of the Bonanza Police Department.

Lishbrook was charged with possession of drug paraphernalia – misdemeanor, and manufacture of schedule VI-controlled substance >4oz (marijuana). Kimberling was charged with possession of drug paraphernalia – misdemeanor, and manufacture of schedule VI-controlled substance >4oz marijuana. Glass was charged with simultaneous possession of drugs and firearms-firearm, possession of drug paraphernalia – ingest meth/cocaine, and possession of drug paraphernalia – misdemeanor. Freeman was charged with absconding, parole violation, failure to appear – class C felony, petition to revoke – felony, failure to appear – class B misdemeanor, obstructing governmental operations-ID, simultaneous possession of drugs and firearms – firearm, possession of drug paraphernalia – ingest meth/cocaine, and possession of drug paraphernalia – misdemeanor. Branham was charged with parole violation, possession of drug paraphernalia – ingest meth/cocaine, and possession of drug paraphernalia – misdemeanor.

Chief White stated that more charges are possible in this case.

GO-AR Founder, President Receives Arkansas Legislative Citation

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GO-AR Founder, President Receives Arkansas Legislative Citation

Gun Owners of Arkansas held their annual meeting of the members on Saturday, April 20, 2024, in Little Rock, AR. This year’s speaker, State Representative Matt Duffield (R-District 53). Duffield praised the legislative efforts of Gun Owners of Arkansas and recognized the contributions by GO-AR Founder and President, Gary Epperson. Specifically, his tireless efforts to preserve the rights of gun owners.

Epperson is a Scott County native and has spent a lifetime in service to his country and protecting the God-given rights of its citizens.

Representative Duffield presented the citation and thanked him for his service to all Arkansans. A veteran, Gary served in the Army and earned a coveted place among the elite ranks of the 82nd Airborne Division. Representative Duffield stated that Gary Epperson is one of the best political strategists in the state of Arkansas. With honesty and integrity, he builds relationships and gets things done.
All gun owners in this state benefit greatly from the efforts of Gary and Gun Owners of Arkansas. Join us in appreciation for the work that Gary has done and continues to do.
-State Representative Matt Duffield

GO-AR Mission

“To Preserve, Advance, Protect and Defend the inalienable rights of gun owners, including promoting and developing a greater understanding and awareness regarding the importance and benefits of firearms ownership and conducting education on firearms ownership and current Arkansas laws along with policy related to such rights.”

No Arkansas organization fights harder protecting and advancing our unalienable right to self-protection than GO-AR. Leading the fight to have permitless carry recognized, eliminating gun free zones (municipal parks weapons restrictions removed), state sovereignty, protecting the Gun Owners of Arkansas against federal overreach, and the vehicle as an extension of the home, and redefining “journey”, which eliminated several federal gun free zones.

For the sake of our children and grandchildren, please consider supporting GO-AR through membership or financial donations. Join us in the fight to protect the freedom of our loved ones. Their future depends on us!

Gary Epperson | President
Gun Owners of Arkansas

**Editor’s note: When I first started with RNN eight years ago, I was afforded the opportunity to meet Gary. I was simply amazed that this country boy from Scott County had made and is making such a tremendous impact in our state. He works hard at not only creating relationships, but maintaining the trust and integrity that is required to be effective in his position. I remember asking him, how and why did you get started doing what you do? His answer in so many words were, “to ensure that my grandkids enjoy the freedoms we do.” Respect sir, respect! Thank you, Gary, for all the long nights, the gas, the miles, the time spent driving back and forth to the capital, organizing and overseeing meetings, and for holding our elected accountable!

Arrest Reports 4/14

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Tammy Teague

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Arresting agency – Sebastian County Sheriff’s Office:
Jada Reanne Berhahl of Branch was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on April 18 at 5:33 p.m. and remains at the SCADC with bond. Berhahl was charged with Delivery of Fentanyl, Class Y and petition to revoke – felony.

Bucella, Adrianna Ranelle of Hackett was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on April 16 at 8:20 p.m. and remains at the SCADC with bond. Bucella was charged with Failure to Appear – Class A Misdemeanor, and Delivery of Methamphetamine or Cocaine >2g.

Scott Robert Marchand of Hackett was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on April 16 at 6:51 p.m. and released on legally sufficient bond April 20 at 3:19 p.m. Marchand was charged with Assault On Family Or Household Member-3rd Degree.

Arresting agency – Fort Smith Police Department:
Summer Ann Kuhl of Branch was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on April 19 at 9:19 a.m. and released on signature bond April 19 at 10:05 a.m. Kuhl was charged with Failure to Appear – Class A Misdemeanor,

Martin E. Lopez Sigala of Booneville was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on April 19 at 11:28 p.m. and released on cash bond April 20 at 11:11 a.m. Sigala was charged with Failure to Appear – Class B Misdemeanor.

Amy Jean Townley of Lavaca was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on April 18 at 8:32 a.m. and released on signature bond April 18 at 10:48 a.m. Townley was charged with Contempt-willful disobedience (Failure to Pay Fine).

Nicholas Scott Townley of Lavaca was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on April 18 at 8:30 a.m. and released on cash bond April 18 at 1:22 p.m. Townley was charged with petition to revoke – misd.

Arresting agency – Greenwood Police Department:
Caitlyn Nichole McClure of Greenwood was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on April 17 at 11:48 p.m. and released on legally sufficient bond April 18 at 1:16 a.m. McClure was charged with Domestic Battering in the Third Degree – Purposely.

Scott Allen Nell of Greenwood was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on April 19 at 5:17 p.m. and remains at the SCADC with $25,000 cash bond. Nell was charged with four counts of Registered Offender Prohibited From Entering Upon School Campus.

Bradley Scott Pinkard of Booneville was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on April 17 at 12:08 a.m. and released on legally sufficient bond April 18 at 8:39 a.m. Pinkard was charged with Possession of Controlled Substance – Schedule I/II Felony <2g, Possession of Controlled Substance – Schedule I/II 2-28g Felony, and Furnishing a Prohibited Article-Correctional Facility.

Alexander Ace Slater of Greenwood was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on April 18 at 12:50 a.m. and released on legally sufficient bond April 18 at 4:06 a.m. Slater was charged with Domestic Battering Purposeley.

Arresting agency – Barling Police Department:
Chelsea Caroline McCormack of Charleston was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on April 16 at 5:29 p.m. and released on April 22 at 5:02 p.m. McCormack was charged with Failure to Appear – Class B Misdemeanor, Theft of Property <$1k, and Criminal Impersonation in the Second Degree – False ID.

Arresting agency – Arkansas Parole:
Crystal L Reano of Huntington was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on April 19 at 2:47 p.m. and remains at the SCADC without bond. Reano was charged with Contempt-willful disobedience (Failure to Pay Fine), absconding and parole violation.

Arresting agency – Mansfield Police Department:
Taylor, Brittaney Nicole of Sallisaw, OK was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on April 16 at 3:54 p.m. and released on signature bond April 16 at 8:15 p.m. Taylor was charged with Criminal Trespass, and failure to appear – class B misdemeanor.

Arresting agency – Logan County Sheriff’s Office:
Gregory Smith, 54 of Booneville, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on April 14 at 10:30 p.m. Smith was charged with two counts of possession of a controlled substance, two counts of possession of drug paraphernalia, simultaneous possession of drugs and firearms, and possession of firearm by certain persons.

Thaddeus Wilkins, 32 of Booneville, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on April 15 at 6:32 a.m. Wilkins was charged with possession of a controlled substance, driving while driver’s license cancelled, suspended or revoked, and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Kenyatta Kirby, 53, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on April 15 at 11:08 a.m. Kirby was charged with hold for U.S. Marshal.

Jaime Villarreal, 40, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on April 15 at 11:19 a.m. Villareal was charged with hold for U.S. Marshal.

Jacob Ollie, 29, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on April 15 at 9:02 p.m. Ollie was charged with bond revocation.

Tyler Kelton, 33 of Paris, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on April 15 at 11:34 p.m. Kelton was charged with body attachment.

Aaron Klein, 42 of Paris, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on April 16 at 5:58 p.m. Klein was charged with public intoxication – drinking in public, and disorderly conduct.

Teresa Cunningham, 58 of Booneville, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on April 20 at 3:39 a.m. Cunningham was charged with contempt of court.

Arresting agency – Franklin County Sheriff’s Office:
Jason Bradley Childers, 40 of Ozark, was booked into the Franklin County Detention Center on April 20 at 2:29 a.m. and released on April 22 at 1:50 p.m. Childers was charged with driving while intoxicated – DWI 1st.

David Lee Cowen, 41 of Hartman, was booked into the Franklin County Detention Center on April 1 at 5:16 p.m. and released on April 22 at 1:42 p.m. Cowen was charged with failure to appear on unclassified misdemeanor (FTA).

Colbin Dylan Mason, 20, was booked into the Franklin County Detention Center on April 21 at 1:16 p.m. and released on April 22 at 6:47 p.m. Mason was charged with domestic battering – 3rd degree / purpose of causing injury, causes serious injury.

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

Airing of the Quilts, the Clothesline of My Childhood Memories

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Tammy Teague

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Airing of the Quilts, the Clothesline of My Childhood Memories

I remember growing up as a child, grandma hanging out quilts and throws on the clothesline. Their intricate and delicate hand stitched squares of mismatched fabrics gently blowing in the breeze. Every year, around this time, the celebration of that history with the “Airing of the Quilts” in Greenwood, evokes the memory.

HISTORY
While many quilts were made out of necessity, this was not their only purpose. They were also representations of family history as precious heirlooms made to mark life’s most important events. Baby quilts were given to new mothers and larger quilts were given to couples when they married, often with symbolic block patterns such as Lover’s Knot or Double Wedding Ring.

Even in death, quilts sometimes played a significant role. During the difficult journey westward, death was common. But scarce wood or lack of time often prevented trail travelers from making coffins. On these occasions, the deceased were often wrapped in a family quilt. Those leaving them behind were comforted knowing their loved one rested in something symbolizing the family’s love.

In early America, quilts were regularly hung outdoors over fences, on clotheslines, and in other display areas to “air.” This served as a way to remove dust and refresh the fabric. Additionally, airing quilts outside provided an opportunity for members of the community to showcase their craftsmanship and creativity while storytelling and visiting with friends and neighbors. Quilting has long been an important craft and socializing opportunity for American women.

MODERN DAY
Today, the airing of the quilts is most often associated with quilt shows, festivals, and community events. The Airing of the Quilts in Greenwood, Arkansas is a vibrant celebration of local creativity, craftsmanship, community, and heritage. Quilting has been an important part of our area through the years, and we are happy to showcase the talents of local sewists.

There will be special quilt show events at the Old Jail Museum Saturday, May 11. Civil War cannon and musket firing, reenactments, costumed guides, vendors and live music will be featured in the afternoon. The Vineyard Family Quilt Collection will be shown in the 1848 Vineyard Cabin. There is no admission fee to these events.

This is the 13th year for the event. Airing of the Quilts has grown from a small local show that began at Greenwood’s City Hall to an event that showcases contemporary and vintage quilts in three venues. Additionally, draws visitors from nearby and distant states. The show features two special exhibits, vendors, a silent auction and a raffle. The Arkansas Authors table gives patrons a chance to meet local authors and have their purchases signed. Lastly, the popular Tea Room serves luncheon daily from 10:30-2:00.

Proceeds from Airing of the Quilts benefit the South Sebastian County Historical Society.

Anyone with questions about quilting or interested in learning to quilt can contact Central Sewing in Fort Smith or their local quilt shop.

While entries to this year’s show are closed, those wishing to be included in the 2025 show can contact Kay Voss at 479-883-0254 (contemporary quilts) or Emily Mitchusson at 479-597-9755 (vintage or antique quilts).

Airing of the Quilts
1050 Bell Park Road
Greenwood, AR

May 9 and 10 (9-5)
May 11 (9-3)

Admission $10
Tea Room $10 (optional)

Three venues. Trolley transportation available.

“Thanks to the many who have worked to make this show a success, and we appreciate the quilters, volunteers, sponsors, and friends who have participated. And thank you for attending the 13th annual airing of the quilts!” -Donna Goldstein

“Just Roll with It” Serving up Recipes and Humor

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Tammy Teague

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By Sheri Hopkins, Lifestyle Contributor

Hello everyone! Lovely weather we have been having in the River Valley. It’s supposed to be a little cooler this weekend. We can take it! I have been out of pocket for a couple of weeks, I have had so much going on. But I am back now! I hope everyone enjoyed the eclipse as much as I did. It was amazing. The temp dropped, it got dark, and the crickets were chirping. I just thought it was a great experience. We had an eclipse festival downtown on Saturday. We had good food, music, crafts and lots of laughs. To say I was tired was an understatement. When it was over I said, “I feel like I have been to Florida and back in a day.” I believe Marie Clopton used to say that line. I haven’t been that tired in a long time. I am getting old, I guess. Our next big event will be the Fourth of July. Time flies, it will be here before you know it.

My nephew and niece lost their mother last weekend. I met with them on Sunday at my nephew’s house. Y’all know who it is, but I helped them write the obituary. We had some laughs, and we had some cries. It is very hard to lose your mother or your father. We were telling funny stories, and my nephew was leaned back in his lawn chair, and he fell backwards, and I mean he fell for days, just kept going. His phone landed in the driveway; his legs were in the air. We laughed and laughed; he was pretty sore the next day. When someone falls, you have to laugh, you can’t help yourself. Falling runs in our family. My niece Kelly has fell so much. She fell one day at Burton Pools and Spas and hurt so bad she couldn’t even drive. She had to have her underage daughter drive her home. I fell so much that when Jacob got married and moved out, he wanted to know who was going to get me up when he moved out. He would always make jokes. He loved to say the Howard Cosell famous line “down goes Frazier!” He would say that when I would fall. I fell one time when I was helping my mom with one of her yard sales. I had a box of glassware, carrying it with both hands. Let me tell ya, I saved it, but I crashed hard! I fell off the swing set at my own house when I was eight and broke my arm. Being a klutz runs in our family. Enough about falling. I might jinx myself. This week’s recipe is a Jello Cheesecake. I hope y’all enjoy it. Have a great week and be kind, and always smile!

LEMON JELLO CHEESECAKE
8 oz. cream cheese
3 oz. lemon Jello
1 cup hot water
6 oz. sweetened condensed milk
1 tsp. vanilla extract
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 store bought graham cracker crust
Place the cream cheese in a large bowl and whip it till it’s nice and fluffy. Next, add in the sweeted condensed milk and mix till combined. Sprinkle the lemon Jello in and then pour the hot water (make sure you use hot water), add in the lemon juice and the vanilla. Mix everything until it’s nice and creamy. Pour in the graham cracker crust and chill for about four hours. Enjoy and if you want to do other flavors you could do different flavors of Jello – lime, strawberry, or orange to change it up. This is perfect for church dinners or just because you want some cheesecake. Enjoy!

Ready, Set, Graduate!

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Tammy Teague

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On April 15^th and 18^th the University of Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service partnered with Paris High School staff and community members to conduct the “Ready, Set, Graduate” program. Ready, Set, Graduate is a financial management program that teaches high school senior’s skills in budgeting, banking and the wise use of credit.

During the first day of RSG, seniors participated in educational classes on budgeting, banking, and credit. These lessons were taught by Travis Schluterman from Union Bank, Vicki Schneider from Paris High School, and Kaitie Golden from the Logan County Extension Office. Students learned how to write checks, balance a checkbook, create a budget based on a prospective salary for their chosen career, resume writing and interview etiquette.

Logan County Judge, Ray Gack and Natosha Carr assist students during the Mall of Life Simulation.

On the second day, students had the opportunity to apply these skills during the “Mall of Life” simulation. Stations were set up in the gym and manned by area businesses and community members. At each station,students made decisions similar to those adults make each month. Students had to buy or rent a home, purchase a car, insurance, utilities and other common expenses, all while staying within their proposed monthly budget.

The seniors also participated in mock interviews conducted by community members. During interviews, students were evaluated on their professionalism, dress and resume, then informed whether or not the company would “hire” them based on this evaluation. Students walked away with a better understanding of “adulting” and skills that will help them once they graduate High School.

The Extension Service would like to thank the following businesses and organizations for helping to make Ready, Set, Graduate a success:Jimmy Pannell and Matt Barry – Shelter Insurance, Logan County Judge Ray Gack, Natosha Carr – Logan County Judges Office, Paul Hively –Nabholz Construction, John Whitman – Guy Fenter Educational Cooperative, Travis Schluterman and Ashley Watts – Union Bank, Beth Ullrich – Paris School Board Member, and Laura Bauer – Anchor Reality. We would also like to thank the sponsors who provided door prizes for the students: 22 Brew, True Grit Grounds: Coffee and Tea, and Walmart – Paris.

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.

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