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Booneville’s Peyton Tatum Signs National Letter of Intent to Play Football at Arkansas Tech University

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Booneville’s Peyton Tatum Signs National Letter of Intent to Play Football at Arkansas Tech University

Note to Our Readers: The following story was sourced directly and in its entirety from Mr. Glenn Parrish, Director of Communications, Booneville School District. Mr. Parrish is a RNN Sports contributor and we thank him for bringing this story to our readers.

Bearcat quarterback Peyton Tatum signed a letter of intent to play football for Arkansas Tech this morning in a ceremony held before classmates at Booneville High School.

Tatum had announced his decision to accept an offer from Tech on social media last week but delayed a ceremony due to inclement weather cancelling school on national signing day.

“For the past six years PT has been a huge part of our football program,” Bearcat head coach Doc Crowley said before Tatum picked up the pen. “He’s been a tremendous leader for us on the field, in the weight room and has done some very outstanding things in the classroom.”

Crowley also noted Tatum was chosen All Conference in 2022 and led the Bearcats to a 10th state title game appearance.

Tatum ran for a career high in that game and he directed six 90-plus yard drives last season.

“I know as he continues at Arkansas Tech that he’s going to continue to be very successful at everything he does,” Crowley added. “I know I speak on behalf of all these coaches (when I say) we’re excited to watch you grow. We’re excited to watch you represent this great community and great school district.”

Tatum was joined on stage for photos with senior players, coaches, family, as well as Ross Kent, who helped him with weight training.

Tatum said he chose Tech over Hendrix due to academics – he is his class valedictorian.

“They have a lot better (mechanical) engineering program,” Tatum said.

But regarding football Tatum expects to be used on the defensive side of the ball.

“Not really sure where yet. Maybe like a rover/safety, a D-back, or a linebacker,” he said.

During his Bearcat career Tatum recorded 80 tackles and had two interceptions.

Tatum going to Tech is also a family tradition. A paternal grandfather started the fisheries program at Tech, his father (Todd) played two seasons at Tech, his mother (BJHS teacher Melissa) graduated from Tech in 1999, his maternal grandparents are both Tech alums (1968 and 1975), and his brother (Dalton) will graduate from Tech in May. There are also uncles and other cousins who have been on the Russellville campus.

“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! It’s a rainy day here in Arkansas. I will gladly take rain over ice any day. You know you’re getting old when you talk about the weather and your joints hurt.

Most of ya’ll know I’m raising my three grandchildren, Ethan, Evan, and Ella. I call them the three E’s. Ethan is in his second year of college and he is very, very smart. But…sometimes not a lick of common sense. Bless his heart, he is so sweet. He worries about his Nana. He checks on me and works part-time at the college. Every Sunday morning at church he leans over and says “what’s for lunch, Nana?” Every evening when we get to church, he leans over and asks “what’s for dinner, Nana?” Never misses a time. The kid has a hollow leg.

Evan, the middle E has had a bad cough for two weeks and I have given him over-the-counter meds and they haven’t helped at all. Friday I called Megan, the school nurse, and she took him to the clinic. They couldn’t find anything wrong, so they ordered a chest x-ray. Ethan comes to me and asks, as seriously as can be, “Nana does Evan have tuberculosis?” How does Ethan even know what that is, was my first thought. No, Ethan, your brother does not have tuberculosis. Crazy kid.

One time when Ethan first started driving and hadn’t driven anywhere but Mansfield. They were all getting haircuts at Symber’s in Greenwood. I had him and the other two followed me over there. I had to be back in Mansfield at a certain time for a city council meeting. I told Ethan how to get back to Mansfield and told him “ya’ll will have to drive back on your own because I have to leave.” He assured me he could do it with no problem. I have my phone on silent during the meeting. It vibrates, so I look to see and it’s a message from Ethan “we are home now and everything is fine, I will tell you when you get home.” My mind is racing wondering what in the world could have happened between Greenwood and Mansfield. When I got home, the stories began. I got lost in the City of Greenwood. I mean completely lost. I have no clue where they were but Ella said they ran over a trash bag and they went to Springdale. I know they couldn’t have gone to Springdale, there was not enough time for all that. I will never know where all they went and how they got home. I’m not sure if they will keep me young or make me crazy.

This week’s recipe is from a sweet lady named Matilda Oxford. I got acquainted with her at the diet club that we attended in Hartford. The Hartford think thin, AKA, the fat farm. As you all can tell it works. We have had lots of laughs and good times over there. Matilda was an excellent cook.

QUICK JELLO SALAD
1 regular can of fruit cocktail
1 small box of Jello (any flavor you like)
1 cup of coconut
1 cup sour cream
1 cup miniature marshmallows
1 regular tub of Cool Whip
Chopped nuts (optional)
Add dry Jello to the fruit cocktail, mix well and let it set for 15 minutes. Add coconut, sour cream, and marshmallows. Fold in Cool Whip gently. Keep refrigerated. This is great for something quick, to take to a church dinner, or if company shows up unexpectedly! Enjoy and have a great week!

“Woo Pig Weekend” Highlighted by Trifecta of Razorbacks Games

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“Woo Pig Weekend” Highlighted by Trifecta of Razorbacks Games

FAYETTEVILLE – Wooo Pig Weekend featuring a day full of Arkansas athletics is set for Saturday, April 15 on The Hill.

Football kicks off the day at noon with the Razorbacks’ spring game inside Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium. Just like on game days in the fall, HogTown – featuring live music, food trucks and more – will be open prior to the game in Lot 44 near Gate 14 on the north side of the stadium. Admission to the spring football game and HogTown will be free.

Sam Pittman’s squad begins spring practice on March 9 with five new assistant coaches on staff for Pittman’s fourth year at the helm. The Hogs are coming off their second straight bowl victory with a thrilling 55-53 triple overtime win over Kansas in the AutoZone Liberty Bowl. Team captain and quarterback KJ Jefferson returns for his senior season with numerous school records in his sight. Jefferson, offensive lineman Beaux Limmer and running back Raheim Sanders have already been named as some of the best players returning at their position in the SEC and nationally.

First pitch for the softball team at Bogle Park is set for 3 p.m. as the Razorbacks take on UAB in the second of a three-game series. Head Coach Courtney Deifel and her team open the season on Friday at the Rebel Kickoff in Las Vegas with a doubleheader against Weber State and UNLV. After back-to-back SEC titles and trips to NCAA Super Regionals, Arkansas enters the 2023 season ranked No. 6 in the ESPN/USA softball poll. Tickets for all three games against UAB are available by visiting arkansasrazorbacks.com or by calling the Razorback Ticket Center at 479.575.5151.

The Razorbacks and Tennessee square off at Baum-Walker Stadium at 6 p.m. to wrap up the day. The Hogs open Dave Van Horn’s 21st season as the head coach of his alma mater next weekend in Arlington, Texas as part of the College Baseball Showdown. No. 8 Arkansas opens against No. 19 Texas on Friday (Feb. 17) night at 7 p.m. before playing No. 18 TCU on Saturday and No. 9 Oklahoma State on Sunday. For more information on baseball tickets visit arkansasrazorbacks.com or call the Razorback Ticket Center at 479.575.5151.

The A Club’s annual spring reunion will also take place during Wooo Pig Weekend with details for A Club members to follow.

Wooo Pig Weekend Schedule

Noon – Football Spring Game (Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium)

3 p.m. – Softball vs. UAB (Bogle Park)

6 p.m. – Baseball vs. Tennessee (Baum-Walker Stadium)

Note to Our Readers: The following story was sourced directly from the University of Arkansas Office of Communications, Kyle Parkinson.

TAG Program Hosts EdMobile Planetarium

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TAG Program Hosts EdMobile Planetarium

The Tigers Achieving Greatness (TAG) Program sponsored the EdMobile from Michigan to bring a large Planetarium to the old gymnasium on February 7, 2023.

Up to 90 people were allowed to enter the planetarium at one time. Shows and demonstrations to learn more about our solar system were held at 12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 3:30 p.m., and 4:25 p.m. This was an exciting experiential learning opportunity made possible by the generous grant from the Arkansas Department of Education DESE and Arkansas Out of School Network (AOSN). 

The TAG program began one year ago for the Mansfield School District and continues to provide enrichment to the daily academic, social and emotional opportunities for all students. TAG has more than 175 students registered with an average attendance daily of more than 100 students. Gymnastics, dance, martial arts piano, guitar, ukelele and Z-Space are a few of the enrichment activities that occur. Z-Space is a new multi-dimensional technology resource that is also an exciting addition to this free learning experience every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. 

Principal Josh Brown stated “TAG is a great extension of our school day where learning occurs in new ways. My children are excited to participate and talk about the activities frequently.” Lori Lamb, TAG Director encourages students to participate. “TAG truly focuses on helping students expand their potential and aptitude in learning daily. Our STEM, Health/PE and daily learning are making a big impact on our community!”

Lamb is working to offer swimming lessons through TAG summer school days, and in March will host “The Magic of Science” which shows many connections with Math and Science. Lamb went on to note that they will soon be implementing a TAG advisory council, and taking exciting full-day trips this summer for FUN FRIDAYS.

“I was once on the mission field in Brazil, now I have the privilege of serving again ten miles from my home,” shared Lamb. “Mansfield has always been special to me. I am blessed to get these opportunities of sharing my lifelong career here in Mansfield. It’s not about me, it’s about WE. We will work together to revitalize this growing community. Mansfield has much potential and continues to improve opportunities for our students. Thanks for responding. I LOVE being here”

Arrest Reports 2/1

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Arrest Reports 2/1

Arresting agency – Sebastian County Sheriff’s Office:
Brett Marshall Barnes of Huntington was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on February 1 at 2:31 p.m. Barnes was charged with parole violation, Aggravated Assault, and Terroristic Threatening in the First Degree.

Andra Jade McClanahan of Booneville was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on February 2 at 9:56 p.m. and remains at the SCADC without bond. McClanahan was charged with Poss. Misbranded Drugs, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia – Pack, Repack and others, Possession of [Schedule I/II Controlled Substance] with the Purpose to Deliver <2g, Possession of Controlled Substance – Schedule VI Misdemeanor <4oz, Assist Outside Agency-Misd., and Failure to Appear – Class B Misdemeanor.

Jeremy Keith Powell of Greenwood was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on February 2 at 9:01 p.m. and released on cash bond February 6 at 3:23 p.m. Powell was charged with Contempt-willful disobedience (Failure to Pay Fine), and Failure to Appear – Class B Misdemeanor.

Christian Jeremiah Smith of Hackett was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on February 1 at 4:55 p.m. and remains at the SCADC without bond. Smith was charged with Assist Outside Agency-Misd., Delivery of [Schedule I/II Controlled Substance] >28g, and Petition to Revoke – Felony.

Arresting agency – Fort Smith Police Department:
Sandra Marie Davis of Greenwood was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on February 2 at 6:30 p.m. and released on February 3 at 8:35 a.m. Davis was charged with Criminal Trespass – Premises.

Jeremy Stephen Fox of Greenwood was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on February 1 at 7:46 p.m. and released on February 1 at 9:53 p.m. Fox was charged with Disorderly Conduct – Excessive Noise.

Arresting agency – Bonanza Police Department:
Garrett Houston Franklin of Mansfield was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on February 3 at 9:11 p.m. and released on signature bond February 3 at 10:49 p.m. Franklin was charged with Contempt-willful disobedience (Failure to Pay Fine).

Arresting agency – Arkansas Parole:
Ronnie James Freeman of Greenwood was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on February 2 at 1:40 p.m. and remains at the SCADC without bond. Freeman was charged with Parole Violation, Driving While License Cancelled/Suspended/Revoked, and Fleeing -Vehicle.

Arresting agency – U.S. Marshals:
Denny Eugene Goines of Greenwood was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on February 5 at 9:11 a.m. and remains at the SCADC without bond. Goines was charged with Hold for U.S. Marshal Detainer.

Arresting agency – Greenwood Police Department:
Adam Jay Hall of Booneville was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on Feburary 4 at 2:19 a.m. and released on February 7 at 1:11 p.m. Hall was charged with Contempt-willful disobedience (Failure to Pay Fine), Failure to Appear – Class B Misdemeanor.

Jonathan Mickel Moody of Booneville was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on February 4 at 2:16 a.m. and released on bond February 4 at 10:19 a.m. Moody was charged with two counts of Contempt-willful disobedience (Failure to Pay Fine), and Possession Drug Paraphernalia – Felony.

Arresting agency – Barling Police Department:
Brian Dewayne Thomas of Lavaca was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on February 5 at 8:03 a.m. and released on signature bond February 5 at 12:28 p.m. Thomas was charged with Petition to Revoke – Felony.

Arresting agency – Logan County Sheriff’s Office:
Scott Robinson, 38 of Paris, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on February 2 at 11:10 a.m. Robinson was charged with a warrant served, possession of drug paraphernalia, furnishing, possessing, or using prohibited articles – delivering a prohibited article, and criminal mischief in the second degree.

Sharon Armstrong, 29 of Scranton, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on Feburary 3 at 9:53 a.m. Armstrong was charged with parole provocation.

Darla Gutierrez, 33 of Waldron, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on February 4 at 12:08 p.m. Gutierrez was charged with failure to appear.

Stephen Smith, 45 of Paris, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on February 4 at 8:54 p.m. Smith was charged with failure to appear.

Dillon Quijada, 31 of Booneville, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on February 5 at 7:49 a.m. Quijada was charged with failure to appear, and body attachment.

Jerome Troy Moles, 41 of Booneville, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on February 5 at 9:45 a.m. Moles was charged with domestic battering in the third degree, and furnishing, possessing or using prohibited articles – delivering a prohibited article.

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

Obituary – Shirley Jo Martin

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Obituary – Shirley Jo Martin

Shirley Jo Martin, 92, of Waldron, Arkansas passed away on February 5, 2023 at her home. She was a devoted grandmother and avid gardener. She co-owned Martin Funeral Home with her husband J.D. Martin. She was also a life long member of the First Baptist Church in Waldron.

Shirley Jo is survived by one daughter Georgette Best of Greenwood, AR, five grandsons; Jonathan and wife Nikki Best of Rogers, AR, Eric and wife Joanie of Lavaca, AR, Robert Lewis of Waldron, AR, Adam Best of Greenwood, AR, Christopher and wife Ariel Martin of Springfield, MO, and by three great-grandchildren; Paige Best and Wyatt Best both of Rogers and Reed Vinsant of Lavaca, AR.

She is preceded in death by her husband J.D. Martin and her parents Wendell and Minnie Henderson.

A graveside service will be held 11:00 a.m. on Friday February 10, 2023 at Duncan Cemetery with Dr. Don Laughlin and Rev. Ken Overturf officiating under the direction of Martin Funeral Home.

Online condolences may be sent at www.martinfuneralhomes.com

Greenwood Students Cast in UAFS Musical

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Greenwood Students Cast in UAFS Musical

By Rachel Putnam

Photography by Johnathan Brewer, UAFS. 

The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith Theatre Department will perform the Tony Award-winning musical, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee from February 23 to March 4 at the UAFS Breedlove Auditorium.

The show follows an eclectic group of sixth graders as they compete in the 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. Each speller has their own unique reasons for wanting to win, from a shy Olive who brings only her dictionary to the bee, to a former champion struggling with puberty. This relatable and hilarious musical is sure to have audiences falling in love with the spellers and the show.

All performances will be at 7 p.m., Thursday through Saturday February 23-25 and March 2-4.

The show will also be the inaugural production of thenewly named Stacey Jones Season of Entertainment, and will be accompanied by a presentation to the Jones family honoring Stacey’s 45 years of dedication to advancing the arts and the lives of the students of UAFS. 

“I have been loving every minute of rehearsal,” said Trent Gregory who plays Barfeé. “My cast is already starting to feel like a family to me, and with the help of our amazing production team, it has run more smoothly than I’ve ever experienced in a production thus far.”

“It’s been an absolute delight! Everyone has worked so hard and rehearsals have consistently been so fun. I can’t wait to see what the show is like when we finally open!” added Shayla Woolsey who plays Schwarzy.

While the show is suitable for all ages, a dedicated family-friendly production will be performed on Thursday, March 2 at 7 p.m., for younger audience members

Tickets are on sale now and may be purchased at https://uafs.universitytickets.com/w/default.aspx?cid=189.


Cast members include:

Kassandra Jiminez of Panama, Oklahoma as Rona Lisa Peretti

Dylan Richmond of Poteau, Oklahoma as Charlito “Chip” Tolentino 

Shayla Woolsey of Greenwood as Logainne Schwarzy 

Tate Carnley of Patterson, Louisiana as Leaf Coneybear 

Trent Gregory of Alma as William Barfeé 

Carolyn Young of Greenwood as Marcy Park 

Josie Foster of Tahlequah, Oklahoma as Olive Ostrovsky 

Rës Smith of Poteau, Oklahoma as Vice Principal Douglas Panch 

Adonis Wilson of Spiro, Oklahoma as Mitchell Mahoney

Wyatt Baugh of Greenwood, as Jesus/Leaf’s Dad

Waldron Students Experience Local History

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Waldron Students Experience Local History

By Dr. Curtis Varnell

Followed by several dozen excited fifth graders, I meandered across the grounds of the Fort Smith National park.  Leaving a third of the group at the old trolley, a third with park interpreter Cody Farber, I took group three on a hike and exploration around the grounds of the National Park.  

Most people visiting the park spend most of the time inside the main building, exploring the many exhibits, visiting the old jail, and sitting in the courtroom presided over by the “hanging judge,” Isaac C. Parker.  Less visited, but very historic, sites are located across the 75 acres that comprise the National Park.

One of eight national parks within the state of Arkansas, the “old fort’ was established as a National Historic sited in 1961.  Located in Fort Smith and along the Arkansas River, the site has served as a bastion against Indian attack, a Civil war fort, and as a frontier courtroom for Oklahoma territory.

Proceeding from the parking lot west, we cross the railroad tracks and climb the hill to the site where the original fort was established by Major Bradford in 1817.  The foundations still stand, the stones of the blockhouse still forming the corners of the building.  Kids swarm over the cannon, pointed across the river at the point where Osage Chief Bad-Tempered Buffalo and 200- hundred warriors gathered in April of 1824 to attack the fort.  He became much better tempered when the two six-pound cannon were rolled out and aimed across the river at his men.  The old fort was abandoned later that year when the military shifted the center of operations to Fort Gipson Oklahoma. Directly beneath the old fort is Belle Point, French for Beautiful Place.  Indeed beautiful, rock ledges extend out into the confluence of the waters of the Poteau and Arkansas rivers.  Huge iron circles embedded in the rock indicate where keel and steam boats were tied while offloading tribes on the last leg of the trail of tears.

The oldest existing building is the commissary, decked out just as it was in 1850 when it stored the supplies for the military.  Nearby is the huge monument to Bass Reeves, one of the best of the lawmen of the Indian Territory.  

The new fort, built on the present site, served as a fort for both the Union and Confederate forces at some point during the Civil War.  It was converted to a court house and jail in 1871.  For the next 25 years, Federal Justice for the Indian Territory was meted out by Judges and lawmen based on-site.  One of the most famous books written about Arkansas, True Grit, describes one authors version of this time period.   Judge Isaac C. Parker, often called the hanging judge, presided the majority of these years.  He is known for the statements he issued while presiding at court, some of the more famous being: “Permit no innocent man to be punished, but let no guilty man escape.’ Another such statement was, “It is not the severity of the punishment but the surety of punishment that prevents crime.”  Nevertheless, in the years that he and others administered the federal court in Fort Smith, 86 men were executed on the gallows.  Up until 1876, hangings were public and crowds gathered to watch the event.  Vendors circled through the crowd, selling popcorn, lemonade, and food.  After 1876, a stockade was built around the gallows and the event became more humane and less a spectator sport.  

Several well-known outlaws, including Cherokee Bill, were brought to final justice at the gallows.  On at least two occasions, as many as 6 men were hang at the same time.  At least two women were given the death sentence but no woman was ever hanged in Fort Smith. No horse thieves were ever hanged, that only occurred in westerns.  The only hanging offences were rape and/or murder.

Students and adults exposed to the almost 80 years of local history that occurred at the historic site see not only the tensile and stars of history but touch on the warts that we have in our common existence.  To visit is to come away with a greater sense of who we are as a people and country. 

Learn the art of pruning for specialty crops at Fruit Research Station workshop

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Learn the art of pruning for specialty crops at Fruit Research Station workshop

PRUNING — Making the right cuts at the right time can enhance plant health and productivity. 2014 file photo of a pruning workshop at the Fruit Research Station near Clarksville. (U of A System Division of Agriculture image)


By Mary Hightower
U of A System Division of Agriculture

Fruit and pecan growers who want to sharpen their pruning skills to enhance growth and yields can learn from the professionals at the Fruit Research Station during a half-day workshop on Feb. 28.

The station, near Clarksville, is home to much of the fruit breeding work done by the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station, the research arm of the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture.

The workshop begins at 12:30 p.m. with check-in and runs through 4 p.m. Space is limited to 100 people and attendees must register in advance. Registration is $20 and can be completed online at https://aaes.uada.edu/fruit-pruning-field-day-2023.

“We’ll cover the principles of pruning in blueberries, blackberries, muscadines, peaches and pecans, with hands-on demonstrations,” said Jackie Lee, director of the Fruit Research Station. “Now is the time to learn since most pruning should be done while the plants are still dormant. It won’t be long before spring comes and growth restarts.” 

The workshop will run five pruning stations, with 25-minute sessions running concurrently. Attendee groups will be able to rotate among the stations.

Agenda

  • 12:30 p.m. -1 p.m. — Check-in
  • 1 p.m.- 1:15pm — Welcome
  • 1:15 p.m. – 1:35 p.m. — Pruning basics: Pruning cuts, timing, tools, safety, with Jackie Lee
  • 1:35 p.m. – 1:45 p.m. — Break, then travel into field
  • 1:45 p.m. – 4 p.m. — Five concurrent and rotating field pruning sessions

Workshop presenters, all from the Division of Agriculture, will be:

  • Blackberries — Erika Henderson, program associate, and Jesus Arredondo-Lopez, program technologist, both at the Fruit Research Station
  • Pecans — Jackie Lee, station director
  • Blueberries — Jesse Taylor, Johnson County extension agent
  • Peaches — Dwain Ober, station farm foreman
  • Grapes and muscadines — Mike Brown, fruit breeding associate, and Matt Gal, fruit breeding technologist, both based at the station.

There will also be a display of the station’s spray application equipment with Jeff Inness, the station’s integrated pest management technologist.

Please email Meredith Crawford at mcrawford@uada.edu or call 479-754-2406 with any questions. The station is located at 1749 State Hwy 818 near Clarksville.

To learn about extension programs in Arkansas, contact your local Cooperative Extension Service agent or visit www.uaex.uada.edu. Follow us on Twitter 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 Twitter at @ArkAgResearch. To learn more about the Division of Agriculture, visit https://uada.edu/. Follow us on Twitter 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 and services 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.


Troubleshooting Tips for a Faulty Clothes Dryer

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Troubleshooting Tips for a Faulty Clothes Dryer

Many of us take the hard work of our appliances for granted—until they stop working. There are a few common problems that plague washers and dryers. If your clothes dryer isn’t working, try these troubleshooting tips to locate the problem, and call a repair expert to fix what’s gone wrong.

Dryer Makes Excess Noise

Do you hear a loud thumping sound when your dryer runs? If your machine is much louder than usual, the load of laundry may be uneven, or perhaps some clothes are knotted up with each other. Turn off the dryer, open the lid, and spread the clothes around more evenly.

If you’re still hearing knocking or thumping noises, your dryer’s drum seal may need to be replaced. Call a repair expert and describe the noise you’re hearing in detail.

Dryer Emits a Burning Smell

What if your dryer smells like it’s burning during a cycle? Once you notice that burning smell, turn off and unplug the dryer right away to minimize the risk of an electrical fire. Call a dryer repair service to look at your dryer and possibly replace the drive belt and motor.

Dryer Won’t Start

Does your clothes dryer refuse to start at all? Possible culprits include an overloaded machine or a clogged lint screen. Try taking out about half the clothes in the dryer to lighten the load, and thoroughly clean the lint screen before starting the cycle again.

If it still won’t start, you may have a faulty or broken thermal fuse. Luckily, those are fairly easy for an appliance repair expert to replace.

Dryer Doesn’t Get Clothes Dry

When your dryer finishes its cycle, do you open the lid to find a pile of damp or wet clothes? Once again, try lightening the load, cleaning the lint screen, and restarting the dryer.

If it still won’t dry your clothes, you likely have a broken heating element on your hands. Call your local appliance repair service to have them replace the heating element with a new one.

A faulty clothes dryer is an annoyance, but luckily, it’s only temporary. Try these troubleshooting tips to get to the bottom of your dryer’s problems, and call a repair service for backup if you need any parts replaced.

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