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Arrest Reports 10/9

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Arresting agency – Mansfield Police Department:
Brett Marshall Barnes of Huntington was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on October 11 at 2:44 p.m. and remains at the SCADC. Barnes was charged with Failure to Appear – Class B Misdemeanor.

Arresting agency – Fort Smith Police Department:
Jeremy Allen Brown of Booneville was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on October 9 at 4:54 p.m. and remains at the SCADC. Brown was charged with Contempt-willful disobedience (Failure to Pay Fine), and Failure to Appear – Class C Felony.

Matthew Carl Guess of Greenwood was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on October 15 at 8:37 p.m. and remains at the SCADC. Guess was charged with Battery in the Second Degree – Officer, Criminal Mischief in the First Degree > $1,000 but < $5,000, and Disorderly Conduct – Fighting.

John Garrett Newman of Greenwood was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on October 14 at 11 p.m. and released on legally sufficient bond October 15 at 2:27 a.m. Newman was charged with Driving While Intoxicated 1st Offense.

Arresting agency – Sebastian County Sheriff’s Office:
James Daugherty of Booneville was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on October 13 at 7:08 p.m. and released on cash bond October 17 at 5:07 p.m. Daugherty was charged with Nonsupport – Legitimate $10k to $25k.

Terri Irene Godwin of Mansfield was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on October 11 at 3:09 p.m. and released on legally sufficient bond October 12 at 4:58 p.m. Godwin was charged with Petition to Revoke – Felony.

Samuel James Ewin Helton of Lavaca was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on October 9 at 11:37 p.m. and remains at the SCADC without bond. Helton was charged with parole violation, and Failure to Appear – Class B Misdemeanor.

Tyler James Jachera of Mansfield was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on October 13 at 12:47 p.m. and remains at the SCADC. Jachera was charged with Contempt of Court–(child support), FTAS, FTRespond Subpoena, FTComply WCO.

Jo Beth Kossman of Huntington was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on October 9 at 4:25 p.m. and released on October 18 at 10:05 p.m. Kossman was charged with Contempt of Court–(child support), FTAS, FTRespond Subpoena, FTComply WCO, and Failure to Appear – Class B Misdemeanor.

Randy Shane Mathis of Huntington was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on October 9 at 5:32 p.m. and released on signature bond October 9 at 11:51 p.m. Mathis was charged with Contempt-willful disobedience (Failure to Pay Fine).

Charles Michael Patton of Hackett was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on October 11 at 3:07 p.m. and released on October 17 at 8:26 p.m. Patton was charged with Contempt of Court–(child support), FTAS, FTRespond Subpoena, FTComply WCO.

Jordon Blake Ratliff of Midland was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on October 14 at 10:18 a.m. and remains at the SCADC without bond. Ratliff was charged with drug court sanctions.

Ryan Joe Smothers of Lavaca was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on October 10 at 11:03 a.m. and transferred to an outside agency on October 10 at 9:23 p.m. Smothers was charged with Assist Outside Agency-Felony.

Arresting agency – Greenwood Police Department:
Jessica Nicole James of Fort Smith was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on October 9 at 3:30 a.m. and remains at the SCADC. James was charged with Possession of Controlled Substance – Schedule I/II Felony <2g., Possession Drug Paraphernalia – Felony, Furnishing a Prohibited Article-Correctional Facility, and Failure to Appear – Class C Felony.

Keith Henry Junior Morris of Fort Smith was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on October 9 at 4:45 a.m. and released on October 19 at 4:31 p.m. Morris was charged with two counts of Failure to Appear – Class B Misdemeanor.

Christopher Lynn Pinto of Greenwood was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on October 15 at 6:50 p.m. and released on bond October 16 at 3:33 p.m. Pinto was charged with Assault On Family Or Household Member-3rd Degree, Endangering the Welfare of a Minor in the Second Degree, and Endangering the Welfare of a Minor in the Second Degree.

Lewis Asia Pittman of Fort Smith was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on October 9 at 4:59 a.m. and remains at the SCADC. Pittman was charged with two counts of Possession Drug Paraphernalia – Felony.

Elton E Rambin of Greenwood was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on October 10 at 6:40 p.m. and released on October 13 at 3:40 p.m. Rambin was charged with Refusal To Submit To a Chemical Test-adult, and Driving While Intoxicated 1st Offense.

Arresting agency – Bonanza Police Department:
Bruce Olen Wheeler, Third of Hackett was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on October 14 at 10:28 p.m. and released on signature bond October 15 at 12:32 a.m. Wheeler was charged with Contempt-willful disobedience (Failure to Pay Fine).

Arresting agency – U.S. Marshal Service:
Robert Bradley Yarberry of Booneville was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on October 11 at 5:31 p.m. and transferred to an outside agency on October 17 at 9:56 a.m. Yarberry was charged with Hold for U.S. Marshal Writ, and Failure to Appear – Class C Felony.

Arresting agency – Logan County Sheriff’s Office:
Edward Standring, 53 of Paris, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on October 10 at 11:28 a.m. Standring was sentenced to the Arkansas Department of Corrections.

Shannon Wilkerson, 36 of Paris, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on October 11 at 6:07 p.m. Wilkerson was charged with failure to appear.

Tabetha Emberson, 43 of Magazine, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on October 14 at 6:27 p.m. Emberson was charged with disorderly conduct, and refusal to submit to arrest.

Dave Townsend, 43 of Paris, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on October 15 at 12:05 a.m. Townsend was charged with residential burglary and theft of property.

Alisha Rasdon, 24 of Booneville, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on October 15 at 12:34 a.m. Rasdon was charged with residential burglary and theft of property.

Johnny Reams, 34 of Clarksville, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on October 15 at 5:52 p.m. Reams was charged with failure to appear.

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

Just Roll With it “Just Roll with It” Serving up Recipes and Humor

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Tammy Teague

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Just Roll With it “Just Roll with It” Serving up Recipes and Humor

By Sheri Hopkins
Lifestyle Contributor

Hello everyone! It sure is cold today, the temp on the bank thermostat says 50 degrees. Haven’t turned my heat on yet, my nephew Michael and me have a contest every year to see who can hold out the longest without the heat on. We act like kids, but we are adults.

My friend Curtis Feimster will turn 60 this Friday, October 21st. He’s officially over the hill. So big happy birthday to him.

This week I’m going to talk about men and all you women know how they can get on our nerves. I loved my husband, Chuck, but he could get on my last nerve quicker than anybody. Have you ever noticed how happy they are when they do something for you or help you out around the house? I mean even when you drive down the highway and the road crew is out there is a big sign that says “men working” I guess they want a medal. I came home from work one day and Chuck was so proud, he said, “I ran the dishwasher for you.” I didn’t have the heart to tell him the dishes in the dishwasher were already clean. I just hadn’t put them up. When he got a wild hair and decided to mop the floor, he would put so much bleach in the mop bucket that it left a thick film on the floor. I didn’t have the heart to tell him about that either. You would think my eyes watering and burning from all the bleach he would have gotten the hint. Sure miss the big guy. We had a lot of fun together. I’m going somewhere with this story.

A couple of weeks ago on a Sunday night, Justin Weaver announced after church that he is praying for me a good husband. I told him not to be doing that, I don’t need a husband. The next Sunday, here comes Ronnie Black wanting to know if I have gotten any calls since Justin was praying for me a man. Well, his prayers have sure been working on all the Facebook men hackers. They have been messaging me and telling me how beautiful I am and if would I please be their friend. The funny thing is they are almost all military according to their pictures. I have to tell Justin Weaver to please be more specific when he prays.

This week’s recipe is blueberry delight. I love anything blueberry. Have a great week and enjoy the weather!

BLUEBERRY DELIGHT
2 cups crushed graham crackers (about 14 large graham crackers)
1/3 cup sugar
10 tablespoons butter, melted
1 8 oz. cream cheese
1 cup powdered sugar
1 tsp. vanilla
1 (16 oz.) Cool Whip
2 (21 oz.) cans blueberry pie filling
A few additional graham crackers crushed for the top
In a medium bowl, stir well to combine crushed graham crackers, sugar, and butter. Press evenly into the bottom of a 9×13 pan. Place in a refrigerator for 30 minutes to chill. Using a mixer, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla, and 1/2 tub of Cool Whip. Spread over the graham cracker crust. Spread the blueberry pie filling over the top. You can also do half blueberry on one side and half cherry on the other side for two flavors. Top with the remaining Cool Whip and then the crushed graham crackers for garnish. Keep in the refrigerator and enjoy.

Hackett and Paris to Play Again Tonight for the 3A West Conference Tournament Championship

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Hackett and Paris to Play Again Tonight for the 3A West Conference Tournament Championship

The Hackett Lady Hornets, who many are predicting to win this year’s Class 3A state volleyball championship, defeated the Charleston Lady Tigers last night by the set score of 3-0 in the semifinals of the 3A West conference tournament. Hackett defeated the tournament host Charleston Lady Tigers to advance to tonight’s conference tournament championship final.

In the second game of last evening’s session, the Paris Lady Eagles swept the Booneville Lady Bearcats, also by the set score of 3-0 to advance to tonight’s final with the Lady Hornets. The rematch with Hackett will be the third meeting of the season between the two schools. Hackett has swept six sets from Paris in the two previous meetings and wins for the Lady Hornets. The six set losses represent the only set losses for Paris in conference play this year.

As a result of last night’s semifinals games, Hackett and Paris will play for a #1 seed in next week’s state tournament. The loser of tonight’s match will go to the state tournament as the #2 seed. Last night’s semifinals losers, Charleston and Booneville, will play today at 4 p.m. with the winner going to the state tournament as the #3 seed.

Tonight’s championship final will start at approximately 6:30 p.m. following the completion of the 4 p.m. consolation game.

The four seeds from the 3A West, Hackett, Paris, Charleston, and Booneville, will face opponents from the 3A Northwest next week in the state tournament that will be held on the campus of Harding Academy in Searcy. In the 3A Northwest tournament that will play its championship final tonight, the Atkins Lady Red Devils will play the Harding Academy Lady Wildcats for the top seed coming out of the 3A Northwest. The loser will go as a #2 seed. In the third place game, the Rose Bud Lady Ramblers will play the Salem Lady Greyhounds for a three seed in next week’ state tournament.

The schedule in Searcy for Tuesday’s first round state tournament games is as follows:

West #4 vs. Northwest #1 12 p.m.

West #2 vs Northwest #3 2 p.m.

West #1 vs Northwest #4 4 p.m.

West #3 vs Northwest #2 6 p.m.

Looking ahead, if Hackett wins the 3A West tournament tonight, they will play the loser of tonight’s consolation game between Rose Bud and Salem. In this scenario, Paris would play the winner of the Rose Bud vs Salem match at 2 p.m. on Tuesday.

If Booneville defeats Charleston in tonight’s 3A West consolation match, the Lady Bearcats will play the loser of the Harding Academy vs Atkins match on Tuesday at 6 p.m. Additionally, the loser of the 3A West consolation game tonight will play the top seed from the Nortwest (either Atkins or Harding Academy) at 12 noon on Tuesday.

For 3A West teams, if it is possible to avoid playing Harding Academy on their home floor in front of a sellout crowd, teams will want to do so by taking care of business tonight.

It is a great time of year; championships are on the line. It is what players and coaches have been working for all year, and at RNN Sports, we wish all of the area teams in the River Valley the best of luck both tonight and in next week’s state tournament! Stay with RNN Sports for updates and photos from next week’s big event at Harding Academy!

Timepiece: Rolling on the River

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Tammy Teague

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By Dr. Curtis Varnell

As a child, Maverick was one of my favorite T.V. programs. With a sense of humor and a laconic demeanor, the three brothers plied the Mississippi riverboats and ports making a living by gambling. The riverboats always looked so romantic with the paddlewheels churning, music playing, and the wealthy enjoying life.

Our views of history are not always accurate. The original steamboats were far from luxurious and were more workhorses than showboats. Most were built to convey farm supplies, food, and to transport cotton; more the modern-day barge than a cruise line. Fueled by wood or coal, the boilers heated water to extreme temperatures and used the steam produced to power the pistons driving the paddle wheels. The boats were built to float high in the water so that they could avoid the many snags, fallen trees, and sandbars found in the rivers. Running aground could be bad-news. When that occurred, passengers and goods would be offloaded until the boat could once again be floated. In some instances, passengers might have to walk miles upstream until the water became deep enough to again board the boat. During dry season, the boats on the Arkansas river could not travel past Dardanelle so goods were offloaded and carried west on the military roads. At other times, the river flow was so great the steamboat would be furiously carried downstream but could not make headway upstream.

Steamboats arrived in Arkansas by 1820 and by 1822 the Eagle delivered supplies as far west as Dwight Mission near Russellville. Soon, they were found stopping along every little village and hamlet that had access to a stream of water. Photos show the early steamboats loaded down with bales of cotton and goods, far from the romantic boats I envisioned.

Steamboats were used to transport natives involved in the Trail of Tears and used even more extensively to deliver men and arms during the Civil War. One of the more intriguing stories from that time period involved the gun battle at Ivey Ford near Roseville. On Jan. 14, 1865, Col. William Brooks lead a group of 1,500 men north to assess the strength of Union garrisons on the Arkansas River. At about the same time, a flotilla of four steamboats consisting of the Ad. Hine, the Lotus, the Annie Jacobs, and the New Chippewa were in Fort Smith picking up a load of refugees to deliver to Little Rock.

Brooks attacked Dardanelle but was repulsed. Turning west, they moved west 18 miles above Clarksville and established an ambush on the south side of the river at Ivey Ford (Roseville). The four boats loaded with refugees and about 270 Union soldiers arrived in the same area at about one o’clock in the afternoon on Jan. 17. The New Chippewa was in the lead as they rounded the bend and immediately were attacked by the Confederate forces and artillery. The New Chippewa grounded on the south bank and its men and cargo were captured. The boat was left to burn. Following, the Annie Jacobs was hit and grounded on the north bank followed by the Lotus. The Union commander on the Ad. Hine gathered his forces and sent for help from a nearby Union garrison. Brooks broke off the engagement and retreated with his load of hastily gathered supplies and prisoners from the New Chippewa. Union forces abandoned the Annie Jacobs and the burning New Chippewa and continued to Little Rock, accompanied by Union troops following on both banks. Rumors of abandoned payroll chests and tons of artifacts abound to this day but no one has ever completely explained what happened to the remains of these two paddleboats.

After the war, railroads replaced steamboats as the major means of travel and transportation. Sitting under the arch at St. Louis, my family finally received that romantic ride on the steamboat. With jazz playing and a Diet Coke in my hand, I searched in vain for one of those Maverick brothers to join me in a game of spades!!!

Lady Bulldogs Hosts Volleyball Senior Night

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Tammy Teague

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Lady Bulldogs Hosts Volleyball Senior Night

All photos courtesy of Peggy Barger

Ashlyn Butler escorted by Lance Butler and Misty Butler

Madelynn Cassat escorted by Brent and Amanda Cassat and brother Alex Cassat

Sara Dungan escorted by Wendi Dungan and Sister Ashlyn and Brother Seth Dungan

Lillyanna Gigerich escorted by Craig and Lacy Gigerich and brother Jake and her Nana

Riley Golden escorted by Tim and Jennifer Golden and Sister Harper and her Mamaw

Rylie Holland escorted by Todd and Jennifer Holland and her sister Carsyn Holland

Meredith Wesley Johnson escorted by Lee and Jennifer Johnson

Landis Luke escorted by Miranda Luke, her brother and Nana and Papa

Lane Presley escorted by Ryan and Carey Presley

Lilly Williams escorted by Scott and Tammy Williams and her brother Jack

Waldron School Board Meets

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Tammy Teague

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The regular monthly meeting of the Waldron School Board was held in the Central Office Building Monday, October 17, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. Board members present were Tammye Sherrill, Clay Woodall, Konnor McKay, Mac Davis and Angela Hunsucker. Others present were Superintendent Daniel Fielding, Misty Owens, Kristi Sigman, Randi Hickman, Cheyenne Smith, Kim Solomon, Julie Woodral, Natalie Cadena, Ryan Walker, Darla Jeffery, Toni Dozier, Tonya Cluck, Josh Atchley and Zack Taylor.

President Sherrill called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. McKay began the meeting with a word of prayer. Hunsucker led the Pledge of Allegiance.

A motion was made by McKay and seconded by Davis to approve the Consent Agenda items: A) Approval of the September 12^t^h and September 27^th Minutes; B) Approve Financial Reports and Expenditures; C) Approve Purchase Orders for ITSavvy LLC; D) Approve Purchase Orders for Curriculum Associates (iReady); E) Approve Purchase Order for Pearson Virtual School. Motion carried 5-0.

The principals reported on the events happening at their buildings. Walker reported that ABC is at capacity with 107 students. Elementary School has implemented several reading events to help encourage reading. Jeffery wants to inform the community of the Fall Festival that will be held on Main Street on October 29^th from 10:00 – 1:00. Taylor announced that “Socials” would be kicking back up at the Middle School next week along with Red Ribbon Week activities. He also let the board know that there is a Pep Rally on October 27^th and a paint party on November 15^th. Coach Atchley excitedly announced that “Be Proud Be Pro” will finally be here on Monday, October 24^th. The Sr. High Band received Superior ratings at competition and will be heading to State on November 1^st. Marvin Velazquez, Marshall Salmon and Korie Underwood received national recognition for their PSAT’s.

Superintendent Fielding wanted to make sure the board and community are informed of the celebration for Fritz Morales at half-time Friday night at Homecoming. Festivities will begin at 6:20 p.m. with the Homecoming coronation. He also let the board members know the number of training hours they have obtained and what they lack for the year.

A motion was made by Woodall and seconded by Hunsucker to accept the resignation of Audrey Underwood as of 10-7-2022 from Middle School Attendance Clerk. Motion carried 5-0.

A motion was made by Woodall and seconded by Davis to accept the resignation of Tashina Helton as ABC Paraprofessional as of October 17, 2022. Motion carried 5-0.

A motion was made by Hunsucker and seconded by McKay to transfer Andrea Ward to Middle School Attendance Clerk, 218-day salary schedule, retroactive back to October 11, 2022. Motion carried 5-0.

A motion was made by Woodall and seconded by McKay to adjourn. Motion carried 5-0.

Meeting adjourned at 7:16p.m.

Smoked Baked Potato Soup

Madison VanRavensway

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The cool temps had me wanting to make soup, but I always want to cook on the smoker too. To combine the two I poked around on Google for a little while looking to see what soups I could start on the smoker. Potato soup is my favorite, so when I came across a Smoked Baked Potato soup I was in!

This recipe is so simple, and delicious! My husband remarked it was the best potato soup I’ve ever made- and I make a good potato soup if I do say so myself.

Ingredients

-6 Russet potatoes

-12 ounces bacon

-4 Tbsp butter

-1 small onion, diced

-1 Tbsp minced garlic

-1/4 cup flour

-4 cup milk

-1 cup chicken broth

-1 tsp onion powder

-Salt and pepper to taste

-1 cup sour cream

Directions

1. Preheat smoker to 375*.
2. Wash potatoes and poke holes all around with a fork. Place potatoes directly on the grill grates. Lay bacon strips on a baking pan and place on the grill. The bacon will be cooked in about 20-25 minutes, remove pan and chop bacon into 1/2” or so pieces. Let sit while the potatoes finish.
3. After about an hour the potatoes should be done. Remove from grill and peel, or if a more rustic potato soup is your goal, leave peeling on and mash. This is how I did mine, and just removed the largest pieces of peeling.
4.In a Dutch oven melt butter, add onions and garlic. Cook until onions are tender, 5-7 minutes.
Add flour and sauté together with the onion mixture, when combined slowly add in milk, then chicken broth. Put in potatoes and most of the bacon, saving some for garnish if desired. Stir in sour cream.
5. Season with onion powder, salt, and pepper .

Enjoy!

How the Internet Can Benefit Farmers in Rural Areas

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How the Internet Can Benefit Farmers in Rural Areas

For many, the idea that the internet and farming could go together so wonderfully might seem outlandish. However, the internet has become a vital aspect of the farming process. This tool provides access to newer technologies, broadens one’s target audience, allows greater accessibility to products, and connects people. Find out more on the ways the internet can benefit farmers in rural areas.

Access to New Technology

According to the OECD, Farmers use 70 percent of all water consumed yearly in many countries. In the age of sustainability and conservation, it is more important than ever for farmers to only utilize the resources they absolutely need. That is one way the internet can benefit farmers in rural areas; it allows them the ability to use newer, more efficient technologies. For example, certain devices can detect moisture levels deep within the soil and automatically water the field accordingly, using only the amount the soil requires. The internet allows farmers to stay up-to-date on technological advancements and continuously conduct their business with the best eco-friendly practices available.

Broaden Target Audience

Nowadays, people want an inside look into lives that are drastically different from their own. It makes sense that we want to satisfy our curiosity; thankfully, the internet allows us to do so. More and more farmers choose to live stream their daily lives as a creative outlet. What’s more, live streaming also broadens a farmer’s target audience, allowing for increased income streams. It is amazing that all a farmer needs is high-speed internet in their rural area to broaden their audience and income.

Find Better Products

Without access to the internet, a farmer might only be able to purchase the products and tools that are immediately available in their area. The online marketplace allows them to expand and update their supplies with the best products available. By using the internet, a farmer can research the products they are looking for and select the optimal ones for their farm instead of relying on what’s nearby.

Connecting With Others

Farming can be quite a lonely job where you gain the majority of your knowledge through generational farming techniques or trial and error. With the internet, farmers can connect with others all around the world and gain vital knowledge and information that can greatly benefit their farms. Moreover, the internet also connects farmers in rural areas with others across the globe, involving them in an online community that helps others feel less alone.

Mansfield Volleyball Coach Reaches 100th Career Win

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Tammy Teague

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Mansfield Volleyball Coach Reaches 100th Career Win

The 2022 volleyball regular season finished with a shot from a confetti cannon. Not only was the victory celebrating the end of the regular season, it celebrated Coach Kaylie Pyles’ 100th career victory as Mansfield’s varsity coach.

On Thursday night, Mansfield’s senior girls swept the Mulberry Yellow Jackets. It was significant in several regards. It wrapped up another conference championship for the senior girls team. It closed out the senior night for a group that has won two consecutive state titles. And, it was Pyles’ century win mark.

Pyles is in her fifth season as the MHS head volleyball coach. Last week’s win secured the coach a 20 win per year average for her short career. She has been a conference coach of the year and the class 2A coach of the year within that five year time frame.

Pyles celebrated with a banner and plaque presentation from the team and MHS athletic administration respectively.

The 100th win placed Mansfield into the number one seed going into the 2A West Senior District Tournament hosted by Mulberry on October 17 – 20.

Mansfield junior girls also took victory over Mulberry on Thursday. Despite the win, they were the three seed in their recent junior district tournament hosted by Mansfield on Saturday.

The junior girls worked their way through the tournament bracket but fell to conference champion Lavaca 2-0 in the finals.

Mansfield’s junior volleyball team earns the runner-up plaque at the 2A West District Tournament hosted by Mansfield on Saturday.

Tiger Freshman Wins Third Straight XC Race

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Tammy Teague

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Tiger Freshman Wins Third Straight XC Race

As any season winds down, athletes seek to reach peak performance. For Mansfield freshman Joey Williams that phase seems to be clicking at just the right time.

Williams, Mansfield’s most decorated male cross country runner in several seasons, took his third consecutive victory to close out the regular season. In a show of strong will and efficient preparation, the Tiger distance runner took top honors in the small school divisional race at Van Buren on Saturday.

In a two mile time of 11:23.68, Williams set a personal record for that distance as he bettered 273 total runners across all classifications at the Van Buren annual event. Sixty-nine of those participants were from the small school ranks of which Williams was the top cat. The others were from the 5A-6A ranks. Only three runners from big school Fayetteville finished before the Mansfield freshman to win their big school ratings.

“Joey was motivated to win”, said Mansfield coach John Mackey. “The weather was cool and he really wanted to set the standard. There was tons of talent in the race and he went for the win.”

Williams in the last three races has seen victory. He was the overall champion in Waldron and Acorn within the past 11 days. Then on Saturday although not the overall champion, he was the small school champ and top four overall in the second largest race the Tigers have encountered this season.

As a team Mansfield’s junior boys took home the second place team prize. West Fork won the team title for the 1A-4A grouping with three runners in the top 10.

Gunner Williams took home a medal for the Tigers at ninth place. Freshman Jonah Martin missed out on a Top 15 score by 6 seconds. Holden Powers and Braxton Bartlett completed the scoring five for the junior Tigers.

A similar lineup for Mansfield also took home the second place team plaque in Acorn on Tuesday. Joseph Carter supplanted Martin in the scoring five as the Tigers’ top five all medaled.

Acorn was the relocated venue for the Magazine Rattler Run. Due to a rescheduled football game that interfered with the time and place of the annual Rattler race, Acorn volunteered to host the cross country meet for Magazine.

Mansfield senior girls also took second place at the Rattler Run. They were unable to send a scoring five to Van Buren due to a conflict with a choir trip. Had the senior team sent their full squad, another trophy trip was most likely the outcome.

Laney Wood, Jadelynn Wood, and Raine Hecox all finished inside the top 15 small school runners at Van Buren. Sophomore Trinity Triska followed at 16th.

Mansfield senior girls Laney Wood, Jadelynn Wood, and Raine Hecox meadl at Van Buren race.

Laney Wood posted her season best at the Pointer Trail with a 22:50.93 mark along the 5K distance. The measure placed the younger of the Wood sisters in fourth place.

MHS junior boys take second place trophy at Van Buren.

Jadelynn Wood came in at a little more than a minute behind her rival sibling. That mark still placed her sixth in the 1A-4A division.

Jadelynn posted the best Tiger time for the senior girls at Acorn. Her 24:06.50 measure was her best effort this season.

Mansfield placed Jadelynn Wood, Laney Wood, Raine Hecox, Addie Bowman, and Ashley Martin for a scoring five at the Rattler.

Hecox bettered her 5K time by a minute and 31 seconds from Tuesday’s race to Saturday’s race.

“Raine has been full time cross country over the last few weeks,” stated Mackey. “Consistency in practice has made a significant difference in outcomes.”

Mansfield had two outstanding performances by Rylan Jones, their up and coming junior girl front runner. Jones, just a seventh grader, was second at Acorn and sixth at Van Buren.

Mansfield’s Rylan Jones gets top billing for the junior girls xc team.

“So proud of Rylan’s progress,” confessed the longtime MHS coach. “She has been listening well, and taking practice to the race. She’s understanding pace and has been willing to hurt to move up in the standings. She has a real chance to be the conference champion.”

Jones, Riley Elmore, and Lilly Young all made the medal stand for Tuesday’s effort. Jones was the only Mansfield junior girl to reach the high rankings on Saturday.

Jones completed the two mile Van Buren course in 14:14.33. Among 206 runners in the junior girls race, she was sixth against small school runners and tenth overall.

Sophomore Austin Ruiz came away with his first cross country individual award after coming over from basketball off-season. Ruiz claimed the top 20 medal with a 20:46.50 time at Acorn on Tuesday.

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Access to New Technology

Broaden Target Audience

Find Better Products

Connecting With Others

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