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Types of Portable Generator Enclosures To Buy

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Types of Portable Generator Enclosures To Buy

People own portable generators for a variety of reasons. Unfortunately, these generators are vulnerable to weather and make a lot of noise. Avoid neighbors complaining about the generator noise and reduce the risk of elemental damage by learning about the types of portable generator enclosures to buy.

Walk-In Covers

A walk-in cover is a storage unit that comes with an attachment that allows for portability. The walk-in cover may be right for you if you need the space to store your generator so that workers can access it for maintenance checks and cleaning.

Some walk-in models contain fireproofing and offer additional storage for fuel and tools. One thing to note is that this model is expensive, so consider what your needs are before purchasing a walk-in generator protector.

Noise-Proof Protectors

Oh boy, generators are loud! You can combat noise pollution by opting for a soundproof enclosure. These enclosure types attenuate the noise in the surrounding area, creating fewer health hazards and reducing the risk of permanent hearing loss for neighbors and employees.

This enclosure is best for homeowners who live in densely populated areas. There are two types of noise-proof protectors: one that reduces noise and another that cancels it out. Make sure to read the product description to determine whether the cover reduces or blocks out noise.

Weather-Resistant Enclosure

The elements can deteriorate a generator over time. In that regard, the best type of generator protector is one with weather protection. If you live in or travel to climates that experience heavy rain and snow, the weather-resistant enclosure is the best choice.

The protective shell models differ, meaning not all will have the same protection. For example, a protective case for snowy weather may not protect against rain. It’s best to look over your options and the specific features a model has that will benefit homeowners.

A protective case is the best portable generator accessory for homeowners to use while at home or traveling. The enclosure provides many benefits, including extending the lifeline of your portable generator.

After all that you’ve learned about the different types of portable generator enclosures to buy, you can now begin your search for the right one. Start your search by defining your needs, as this will lead you to a suitable purchase.

High-End Countertops To Consider in a Kitchen Remodel

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High-End Countertops To Consider in a Kitchen Remodel

Countertops are statement pieces in all kinds of kitchens. In your next remodel, you need a countertop that matches the kitchen’s style but is also durable and practical.

If you’re in dire need of a kitchen remodel, learn more about high-end countertops to consider in a kitchen remodel to help you find the perfect new addition to your home.

The First Step of Choosing a New Countertop

First, you want to determine what features you need in a new countertop. Some of the features you may want to look for in countertops include:

  • Stain resistance
  • Heat resistance
  • Natural stone composition
  • Easy-to-clean surface
  • High durability

Marble Countertops

The classic look of marble countertops is a homeowner’s dream. These countertops will match any kitchen design with their gorgeous white surfaces and color accents.

Marble countertops require lots of time and care to sustain their bright, shiny beauty. Their porous material is vulnerable to stains and scratches. Marble is heat resistant, but leaving very hot pans on the surface can cause damage. If you’re looking for a quick-to-clean countertop, marble may not be the best option for your kitchen.

Soapstone Countertops

Soapstone countertops bring many advantages to your kitchen. For one, they come in many colors, giving you lots of options. You can decide which colors might fit best in your newly renovated space. Soapstone is also non-porous, easy to clean, and durable. It boasts high heat resistance as well.

Granite Countertops

Another high-end countertop to consider in a kitchen remodel is a granite countertop. This stone is durable and one of the most heat-resistant materials you can get. It’s an all-natural rock that’s porous. However, it’s still quite stain resistant. Sometimes, darker granite doesn’t require a sealant, but it’s always a great idea to use a sealant annually on all granite surfaces.

Quartz Countertops

Quartz countertops don’t stain easily and are scratch resistant. Just like soapstone and granite countertops, quartz is a heat-resistant material, and it won’t chip easily.

This elegant and modern design will match many kitchen styles in your next renovation. It’s durable, low maintenance, and non-porous. Quartz is a beautiful stone that could be the one you need for your newly constructed kitchen.

Countertops are among the most important features in a kitchen. Whether you’re searching for durability or just for that clean, sleek appearance, these high-end countertops are great options for remodeling your kitchen.

Luxurious Date Night Ideas To Plan for Your Girlfriend

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Luxurious Date Night Ideas To Plan for Your Girlfriend

No matter how long you’ve been together, your girlfriend deserves a luxurious date night out on the town to keep the spark alive! Our significant others like to feel important and special, and one of the best ways to show our love and appreciation is to plan out our ideal date. Use the suggestions below to create the ultimate romantic evening with your favorite person.

Outdoor Movie Theatre

On a warmer night, create an outdoor movie theatre setup in the backyard. Having privacy makes the evening feel more intimate because you won’t have to deal with other people. Construct a sitting area with a plethora of pillows and blankets—top off the occasion with your partner’s favorite drinks, snacks, and movie.

Five-Star Dining

The two of you probably dine out together frequently, but have you ever taken your girlfriend to a five-star restaurant? Spoil her for an evening and book a reservation at the fanciest restaurant in town. Dress to the nines to elevate the dining experience more; afterward, take her to watch the sunset on the beach to end a perfect night.

Weekend Getaway

Kick things up a notch and surprise her with a weekend getaway to another city. Book a luxury transportation service to pick you up from the airport—we guarantee she’ll feel like a celebrity, and it’ll be a great kick starter to your weekend. Pick a city you both enjoy, make the accommodations, and plan a weekend around adventures and strengthening your relationship.

Ride in a Helicopter

Nothing says luxurious more than flying over a beautiful landscape in a helicopter together. This takes sightseeing to a whole new level, and this date will really take your breath away. Be in the moment together and take lots of pictures so you can remember the date for many years to come.

Wine Tasting

What girl doesn’t love a good wine-tasting tour? Take a stroll through wineries and enjoy being in the company of your girlfriend. This luxurious date night is simple and requires minimal planning to execute—this idea is excellent for when you may be in a rush or want to plan something last minute.

Your significant other will appreciate the time and effort your put into planning a date for them, no matter what you do. Keep her favorite things in mind and incorporate them throughout the day for an epic date specifically tailored just for her. What date will you take your girlfriend on?

Hogs Survive Scare, Find a Way to Win…Defeat Missouri State 38-27

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Hogs Survive Scare, Find a Way to Win…Defeat Missouri State 38-27

In RNN’s high school football coverage this year, we have made the point that sometimes a good football team has to find a way to win games when they are not playing their best on any particular day. For upsets to occur, there usually has to be the combination of an underdog team playing their best game versus a heavily-favored team that is not playing well and / or commits multiple turnovers to keep the underdog in the game. I am not necessarily saying this is what might have happened to Arkansas last night, but, make no mistake, former Arkansas coach Bobby Petrino had this game circled on his calendar for several months, and the Missouri State Bears were prepared for their trip to DWR Razorbacks Stadium.

The Bears outplayed Arkansas for three quarters, but in the end, talent and the will to win finally had its say in the Hogs victory. Arkansas was fortunate to win, and the final margin of victory does not accurately depict how the game went for much of the evening. Arkansas did leave a touchdown off the board when it appeared to be going into the end zone in the first half, the Hogs’ Rocket Sanders uncharacteristically fumbled at the one yard line and turned the ball over to Missouri State. It was that kind of night, and the Hogs were fortunate to come out on top of this one.

Arkansas coach Sam Pittman said after the game, ““Well, I want to congratulate Missouri State and Coach Petrino on a great game plan. He had his kids prepared more than I did. He did a wonderful job; they have a wonderful quarterback. Man did he make a lot of plays. We turned the ball over twice, but then Bryce Stephens returned a punt for the first time this year. We’re just so fortunate to win these game like this, you know if you are not playing well or the other team is playing well, or whatever the situation is, you’re just trying to fight and claw and get out with a win. There were several different times in the game where it didn’t look like we were going to win. Our kids just kept fighting and clawing and to come out with an 11-point win, that says a lot about the culture of our program and of our kids. I’m really proud that we won the game and I’ll leave it at that.”

Social media was buzzing during and after the game; some saying that two or three years ago, Arkansas would not have found a way to win last night’s game. Who knows if that is true, but, Arkansas did find a way to win just one week removed from a week in college football when several upsets around the country occurred, such as Appalachian State going into a packed Kyle Field and upsetting the heavily-favored Aggies. Sometimes, you just have to find a way to win, and, a little luck along the way helps.

Here are some highlights and statistics from the game as provided by the University of Arkansas:

» WR Ketron Jackson Jr. snared a career-long 64 yard reception in the first quarter.


» WR Matt Landers notched his third career game with 100+ receiving yards after totaling seven receptions for 123 yards.


» RB Raheim Sanders finished with a career high 167 rushing yards and a career high 75 receiving yards, inlcuiding a career-long 73-yard TD reception.


» Sanders is one of seven SEC players since 2000 to record 100+ rushing yards, 1+ rushing touchdown, 70+ receiving yards and 1+ receiving touchdowns in a single game.


» Sanders is the first Arkansas player since TJ Hammonds in 2017 against Coastal Carolina with 100+ rushing yard, 1+ rushing TD, 50+ receiving yards, 1+ receiving TD.


» Sanders has eclipsed the 100-yard rushing mark for the third straight game. He’s the first Arkansas running back to rush for 100+ yards in the first three games of a season since Jonathan Williams and Alex Collins each did so in 2013.


» QB K.J. Jefferson threw for a career-high 385 yards. His 19 completions and 31 attempts were season highs.


» In the first half, Jefferson completed 9-of-15 passes (60%) for 237 yards and a touchdown. His 237 passing yards at the half are the most he has thrown for in the first half of a game.


» Jefferson completed a season-long 73 yard pass to Raheim Sanders in the fourth quarter. It was Sanders’ second career receiving TD.


» Dating back to last season, Jefferson has rushed for a TD in four consecutive games. He is the first Arkansas QB to run for a TD in four games in a row since Quinn Grovey in 1988. He has thrown a TD and rished for a TD in all three games in 2022.


» Under head coach Sam Pittman, Arkansas has gained 400+ total yards of offense in 19 of 27 games, including six straight dating back to last season.


» Head Coach Sam Pittman is the first Arkansas head coach since Lou Holtz (1977-78) to win his first seven games against non-conference opponents.


» Saturday’s attendance of 74,133 is the highest-attended game against an FCS foe in school history.


» LB Drew Sanders posted his second consecutive game with double digit tackles and at least 1.5 sacks after finishing with 12, inlcuding a career-high 2.5 sacks.


» DL Jordan Domineck tied his career high in sacks with 2.0. Domineck now has 13 career sasks (the most by a current Hog).


» Bryce Stephens became the first Arkansas player to return a punt for a touchdown since Nathan Parodi did vs. UAPB in 2021.


» S Saimeon Blair tallied a career-high 10 tackles, including nine solo stops.


» Arkansas finished with eight sacks. Since 1999, the eight sacks in a game ties the most by the Razorbacks (8 vs Auburn in 2012 and 8 vs Texas in 1999. In addition to Drew Sanders’ and Domineck, Zach Williams added two sacks – a career-high for Williams.

At Bobby Petrino’s post-game press conference, the former Arkansas coach made the following statement:

“I’m really proud of our team and our assistant coaches. Did a really nice job of preparing, we had good practices, we came in and competed extremely hard, we had a good plan, and we were
able to jump up and get a lead. We knew it was going to be hard to hold on to it, but we got really good players and really good coaches, so we knew we were going to make a run back. I was
encouraged when we answered it and got another touchdown, but eventually they wore us down, made a lot of plays, and we let them beat us.”

On his team’s fearless mentality:

“Really proud of them. I think that we have really good leadership, we wanted to be tough, to try to match their speed and their physicalness, and I think for most of the night we did a pretty
good job of that. But nobody blinked, our guys played extremely hard. We just got to try to build on that. We’ve got a really tough game next week too, so it just keeps getting better.”

On what the game means for his program:

“I mean it’s been fun. It’s been really fun to watch the players’ beliefs change, how much more they believe in themselves now and how their expectations have changed. How they expect to
go through practice, how they expect their teammate to practice hard, so that’s been the greatest part of it, I guess, to watch their expectations change, to watch them grow and watch them
come together as a family. We’re all from everywhere, our team is from all across the country. If you look at our roster, where are we recruiting at? Where’s our recruiting base? America, that’s our recruiting base. Because we’re from everywhere, and to be able to come together, says a lot about our assistant coaches and says a lot about the leaders on our team.”


Jason Shelley, Missouri State’s quarterback who continually hurt the Arkansas defense with both his passing and his running said after game, “I think we proved that we’re a team that’s hard nose and got a lot of effort and a lot of guys with talent and I think that kind of showcased today. We had a couple missed assignments here and there, but I think that cost us in the end. Overall, I think the guys came out and played hard. “It was pretty loud (the Arkansas crowd), but it’s always going to be loud when you’re the away team. We just have to handle the crowd and outside distractions, we’ll be alright. It’s kind of a learning experience. I don’t think we’re ever going to play in front of 80,000 again, but I think we’ll be alright.”

The Razorbacks are now 3-0 overall and 1-0 in the SEC and will turn their attention to returning to conference play next week when they travel to Arlington, Texas to play Texas A&M ar ATT & T Stadium. Kickoff is set for 6 p.m. and the game will be televised nationally by ESPN. According to ESPN, Texas A&M has a 57.8% chance to win the game. The Aggies defeated Miami last night at home to overcome the previous week’s upset loss to App State. Arkansas defeated Texas A&M a year ago, and this year’s game is huge for both schools in the SEC standings. Arkansas will return home to host Alabama on October 1.

Stay with RNN Sports this week when we bring you the Texas A&M game preview. But until then…GO HOGS!

Note to Our Readers: Portions of this story were sourced directly from the University of Arkansas Office of Communications, Mike Cawood, Associate Communications Director.





Booneville Man Arrested Following Fatal Accident

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Booneville Man Arrested Following Fatal Accident

An early morning accident left one woman dead and a man behind bars. According to the Arkansas State Police, the accident occurred at 6:05 a.m. on Friday, September 16.

Ruth Greene, 61 of Booneville, was traveling westbound on State Highway 10 when she was struck by Brandon Stone, 26, also of Booneville. Stone, who was traveling eastbound, reportedly crossed the center line and struck Greene’s 2016 Jeep Wrangler, causing her to leave the roadway and overturn. Stone, who was driving a 1998 Ford Explorer, fled on foot from the scene of that accident.

Later, Stone was later located at his home. He has been charged with driving while licensed canceled/suspended/revoked, careless driving – failure to maintain control, and leaving the scene of an accident – injury.

Bulldogs Cruise Past Panthers

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Bulldogs Cruise Past Panthers

The Greenwood Bulldogs beat the Panthers 61-7 in Friday night action

The Bulldogs made the trek to Northwest Arkansas for their second round of 6A West Conference play. Siloam Springs came into the matchup 0-3 with losses to Rogers Heritage, Greenbriar and Alma.

Greenwood received the kick and went to work quick with Hunter Houston finding Grant Karnes for the TD the point after attempt would fail. Siloam Springs would get their chance to answer back but that would come to a halt, Landon Nelms would intercept the pass taking it deep into Siloam Springs territory. Houston would again find Grant Karnes on a pitch, Karnes would take it around the end for the touchdown. Kick would be good putting the score 13-0 with 7:35 left in the 1st Quarter.

Siloam Springs’ next drive would end with a punt. Greenwood would take over with Hunter Houston passing to L.J. Robins in the end zone. Steven Duran’s kick was good, score at 20-0. The next Panther drive would end like the previous with Siloam electing to punt. Hunter Houston spreading touchdowns around to his teammates finds Peyton Presson to put six on the scoreboard. The Duran kick would split the uprights getting the score to 27-0 with 2:17 in the 1st Quarter.

Junior L.J. Robins with the Touchdown reception Photo by Ross Fujibayashi

Siloam Springs would punt again and the ‘Dogs would take over at their own 44. Senior Running Back Jake Glover would take the hand off 57 yards for the Touchdown, Duran’s kick was good.

The defense would make their presence known on the next two possessions. Eli Whitaker and Brady Mackey would get back to back scoop and scores. The Steven Duran kicks would be good with the score sitting at 47-0. Siloam would have better ball control on the next drive but elect to punt. On the Greenwood offensive possession a fumble would be scooped up by Freshman QB Kane Archer and he would take it in for the touchdown of the half. Steven Duran would add the point after for the 54-0 score.

Siloam would punt on their next offensive opportunity. Archer would throw an interception on the next Greenwood possession, setting up Siloam deep into Greenwood territory. The Bulldog defense would stay solid and stop them in the Red Zone. Greenwood would then run out the clock to go into halftime 54-0.

Starting off the 2nd half, Siloam would punt on their first drive of the half. Archer would find Sophomore Scott Holland for the final Greenwood touchdown, point after was good score is at 61-0. In the 4th quarter Siloam would get points on the board making it 61-7. Both teams would trade punts to finish out the game.

Asked about the Defensive play “Give our defense credit, we had kids that were ready to make plays and they made it.” said Head Coach Chris Young. With the game in hand, as the Bulldogs have done in the past, the Bulldogs find themselves in a tough spot. “Ya know, it’s tough because you get those two’s in there and they deserve a chance. They practice their tail off all week and you want to get out there and run your offense and run your defense. At the same time you want to be respectful. They’ve (Siloam Springs) got a heck of program and they’re down a bit this year. Their coaches do a great job, so you have got to find that balance where you can run your offenses and keeping the score where it is.”

Next week the Bulldogs take on Van Buren on September 23rd at Smith-Robinson Stadium. It’s Homecoming Week, check with the Greenwood Schools Facebook pages to find the daily theme for Homecoming Spirit Week.

Runners Score Seven At Stuthard Stampede

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Runners Score Seven At Stuthard Stampede

Mansfield’s top trio of Trinity Triska, Laney Wood, and Jadelynn Wood take home Top 20 medals from Acorn’s Tom Stuthard Stampede.


Mansfield distance runners scored a total of seven medallions at the Tom Stuthard Stampede in Acorn on September 13. Behind solid runs from their most experienced runners, the team had another good showing as the early season has begun to take shape.

Freshman Joey Willimas once again showed why he is becoming one of the top runners along the local circuit. The long distance specialist rallied across the 1.5 mile landscape in a time of 9:35.10 for third place overall against 121 total finishers.

“Joey can be one of Mansfield’s best known runners if he stays connected and focuses on the task at hand,” noted Mansfield head coach John Mackey. “It’s pretty cool that opposing coaches already know his name and cheer for his successes.”

With Williams fronting the lead ship, the MHS junior boys paddled with force to take the team to a third place finish. Teammates Gunner Williams (11th) and Jonah Martin (20th) gave a medal effort in the cause. Each finished as Top 20 medalists to boost the Tiger score.

“Jonah’s form is really taking shape,” pointed out his excited coach. “He’s starting to use his long legs. His running form is becoming more and more efficient as he regularly reaches the medal stand as a rising freshman star.”

Completing the Mansfield junior boys score was Joseph Carter (40th) and Hunter Whittaker (41st). Holden Powers and Braxton Bartlett offered displacer credits to the team score.

As a unit the younger Tiger men finished third in the team standings with 96 points. Big school DeQueen ran away with the title with 73 points. Waldron closed in second place with 75 points.

Mansfield’s Laney Wood, who’s quickly becoming a veteran despite her sophomore status, checked in at 9th place overall along the longer Acorn senior girls 5k race. Having moved up to the high school team at the regional finals last season, the Lady Tiger’s typical number one runner rounded the Stuthard Stampede in 24:39.80.

“This is Laney’s first 5k race of the season,” offered Mackey. “This was a good round to knock off the rust. She knows she’ll need to drop about three minutes to get to her best time from last season.”

Wood’s effort at the Polk County based race still stood tall among the 91 entries. The sophomore’s time was only bettered by seven big school runners, six of which hailed from Ft. Smith Southside, and another racer ranked as the state’s top 2A runner.

As a group Mansfield fell behind only Southside and DeQueen in the team rankings. Mansfield was the top small school team in attendance.

Mansfield’s Jadelynn Wood crossed in consecutive order just behind her younger sister Laney. The senior’s time was 25.08.00 for 10th place.

That score along with Trinity Triska (19th), Addison Bowman (45th), and Raine Hecox (49th) placed the MHS senior girls team in third place with 90 points.

“The season is way too early with only a few 5k races in the books,” said Mansfield’s long time coach. “But, the early numbers have Quitman and Mansfield as one and two in the class 2A state team rankings. We need our top seven to get dialed into practice and target the prize.”

Triska, based upon her Elkins 5k run from the previous week, ranks as the number three runner in the 2A state with a mark of 23:59.58. Laney Wood comes pegged at 12th with a 24:39.80 finish for the slightly longer Acorn 5K. Jadelynn Wood stands in at 14th along the 2A pecking order with her 25:08.00 Acorn clocking.

The Lady Tiger top trio all earned top 20 medals at the Stampede.

Mansfield’s seventh race reward at the Acorn invitational cross country meet was earned by seventh grader Rylan Jones. Jones placed 14th overall in a time of 12:16.10.

This was Jones’s third medal out of four cross country meets this season. The rookie runner has steadily positioned herself as the team’s top junior girl.

Today’s Bank XC Race Ready For 19th Edition

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Today’s Bank XC Race Ready For 19th Edition

Mansfield products Laney Wood (left) and Trinity Triska (right) were among the top finishers at last years Today’s Bank Mansfield XC Invitational.

The first race kicks off at 9:00 AM on Saturday, September 24. So says the schedule as the 19th Edition of the Today’s Bank Mansfield Cross Country Invitational readies for local runners.

Mansfield High School will play host to the long standing racing tradition sponsored by Today’s Bank.

“This partnership has been a good one,” announced meet director John Mackey. “We’re really excited that Today’s Bank allows us to add the extra amenities to make it a fun experience. The Mansfield Invitational typically draws a big crowd and brings some really talented runners from across the region.”

Mansfield brothers Gunner Williams and Joey Williams prep for the start of the Stuthard Stampede.

Among the many schools scheduled to attend will be West Fork. The Northwest Arkansas small school has been the standard of class 3A cross country in recent years. Last season their team made national news as West Fork twelve year old Rebel Hays guided blind runner Paul Scott through Mansfield’s 3.1 mile senior high course.

Hays, not officially a participant, served as the “eyes” of then sophomore Scott who finished 21st in the small school division of the senior boys race. Hays went on to win the 2021 Musial Award honoring acts of extraordinary sportsmanship and character.

Video of that incredible story that laid out along the perimeter of Mansfield High School can be found at https://musialawards.com/honorees/rebel-hays/ website.

That’s just one of the fascinating storylines that have come out of race results at the Today’s Bank races.

“If you are a fan of talented runners, this is the meet for you,” said Mackey. “We’ve had many college caliber runners come run our course over recent years. I can name nearly a dozen just from last year.”

“If you want local flavor,” the coach added. “This meet is also for you.”

Mansfield medalist Rylan Jones (center) adjusts her bib number before the Acorn 1.5 mile cross country race. Jones was the first of seven Tigers to score a Top 20 medal.

Ft. Smith, Southside and Northside are among teams scheduled to attend. It was 6A Southside that dominated the senior girls division at Acorn last week.

Bentonville West, a 6A school coming down the I-49 corridor, brings a talent rich team that finished runner-up at Mansfield two seasons ago. Greenwood with a seemingly endless pipeline to running talent also joins the fray. 

Magazine who sports the top ranked female runner in class 2A will join the mix. Scott County rival Waldron returns. Likewise, Lavaca who coincidentally is being coached by former West Fork assistant coach and former guide runner Justin Wyles makes a return trip.

For the home team Tigers, Mansfield’s senior girls rank among the top two teams in class 2A. Lady Tigers Trinity Triska, Laney Wood, and Jadelynn Wood are listed among the top entries from the small school division.

Senior Jadelynn Wood has already received interest from some colleges about running opportunities next season.

Mansfield has had six cross country runners move on to the college ranks over the last 10 seasons.

The MHS junior boys are poised for a strong finish at the Today’s Bank Invitational. Their squad has been populated by a veteran group of runners seasoned by back to back conference championships. 

The Mansfield Lady Tigers finish third behind Southside and DeQueen at the Acorn cross country event.

Tiger freshman Joey Williams leads that squad. Brother Gunner Williams, an eighth grader, and freshman Jonah Martin are among the team’s leading finishers each week.

Mansfield’s junior girls should expect a full team as four members of the school’s volleyball team make their way over to the cross country course. Rylan Jones, Abby Smith, and Adeline Bray are among the top three finishers for the MHS junior team in recent events.

Four races are on tap for the Mansfield hosted meet. A rolling schedule will begin with the senior girls 5k race at 9:00 AM followed by the senior boys 5k, junior girls 3k, and junior boys 3k. 

All races begin at the northeast corner of the high school campus. The running route follows along the perimeter of the school grounds with the finish line directly behind the main campus at the practice football field.

Awards for the Top 15 runners of each division will be presented at the conclusion of each race. Today’s Bank trophies will also be awarded for the top team winners.

SR Tigers Underdogs No More With Win Over Waldron

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SR Tigers Underdogs No More With Win Over Waldron

The Mansfield Tigers know all about rivalries. Depending on who you talk to and what Tiger era they are from, the rivalry game can change. You’ll hear teams like Hartford, Hackett, Lavaca, Cedarville, etc. But a certain foe you’ll hear mentioned every time is the Waldron Bulldogs.

Although the Tigers had an overall series record of 13-7 from 2001 to the present, the past two years have been a rough go at it versus Waldron. There was the 41-0 shutout in 2020 and then a canceled game in 2021. Mansfield finally got their shot at redemption on Friday, September 17th when they welcomed the Bulldogs to The Jungle to settle the score. 

Tigers quarterback Cole Kindle fires a rocket downfield as Braxton Byers (#71) and Tyler Woolbright (#22) provide protection.

After two years of pent-up frustration, the Tigers started off the game on kickoff return and began to vent on offense. Within the blink of an eye, Mansfield was on the board with a Cole Kindle pass to Daniel Burton for a 52-yard Tiger touchdown. Braxton Byers kicked through the extra point to give Mansfield a quick 7-0 lead. Mansfield’s defense did their job to perfection forcing a turnover on fourth down to give their offense the ball back. Unfortunately, the Tigers second possession was cut short by a tipped pass that was intercepted by Waldron for a touchdown. Just like that, the ball game was everything everyone on both sides of the stadium had anticipated as the score stood at a 7-7 tie ball game. Both teams’ defenses stood strong in the next few series. Mansfield’s Braxton Byers, Trey Vaughan, and Jeremy Strozier led the way for the Tigers defense to force another three and out then followed that up by making Waldron punt. With the defense building momentum for Mansfield, the Tigers offense finally found its groove again. Cole Kindle zipped a pass to Peyton Martin for a 17-yard score sending the neon-filled home stands into a frenzy. The extra point was missed which set the score at 13-7 to end the first quarter.

The Tigers defense shows what the true definition of “team tackle” really is.

The Tigers came out in the second quarter slinging the ball like they were old west gunfighters. Cole Kindle found Tyler Turnipseed and Fisher Wilsey for big gains before hitting Daniel Burton with a quick draw pass for a 29-yard Tiger touchdown. Braxton Byers tacked on the extra point kick and Mansfield was rolling with a 20-7 lead over the Bulldogs. The Tigers defense again ate the Bulldogs offense up but this time it was all the defensive line. The rotation of Trey Vaughan, Kindel Noblitt, Sam Burton, Braxton Byers, Caleb Collier, and Dakota Deer were all masterful at using their speed and quickness to get by Waldron’s monstrous offensive linemen which created chaos in the backfield. Chaos creates mistakes and Waldron again turned the ball over on fourth down. The Bulldogs got payback though with another Mansfield pass tipped and intercepted by Waldron on the Tigers next possession. Unfazed by the interception, Mansfield’s defense caused the Bulldogs to flatline with batted down passes, Waldron penalties, and eventually a failed fourth down attempt. The Tigers ran the clock out on the half behind the shoulder pads of running back Tyler Woolbright and walked into the locker room with a solid 20-7 halftime lead.

Tyler Turnipseed (#10) sprints past Waldron defenders for another Mansfield Tiger first down.

Mansfield kicked off to the Bulldogs to start the second half, but no one must have told the Tigers defense it was a new half. Mansfield’s defense didn’t let up at all as defensive end Trey Vaughan made a lights-out hit on Waldron’s quarterback which forced a pass off target for the Bulldogs but on Target for the Tigers. Peyton Martin picked off the Waldron pass and sprinted 21 yards before being knocked out of bounds. Mansfield’s offense began to spread the ball out to keep Waldron from zoning in on one player. Passes to Clint Stovall and Tyler Turnipseed along with powerful runs by Fisher Willsey and Tyler Woolbright opened up another Cole Kindle to Daniel Burton pass for a 23-yard Tiger touchdown. Braxton Byers added an extra point kick to extend the Tigers lead to 27-7. The Tigers defense again short-leashed the Bulldogs to end the third quarter with a commanding 27-7 lead.

Wide receiver Daniel Burton (#4) showing some “ups” while making a high-flying catch.

It takes four full quarters to win a game. Mansfield stepped out on the field in the final quarter prepared for not only four quarters, but even another four if needed. Need proof? Waldron’s offense tricked the Tigers with a quarterback draw and the Bulldogs quarterback screamed downfield for what looked to be a touchdown. But right before the quarterback crossed the goal line, Tyler Turnipseed was able to catch up and strip the ball out and Tyler Woolbright recovered the ball for Mansfield. With the ball in their hands, the Tigers marched 80 yards downfield behind the runs of Tyler Woolbright and Andrew Burton along with catches by Clint Stovall and Tyler Turnipseed. Cole Kindle capped off the drive with a one-yard Tiger Touchdown run. The extra point was missed, but the Tigers were in firm control of the game 33-7. Mansfield subbed out their entire defense on Waldrons next offensive drive. The Tigers defense still held strong as ever in each respective position. The clock soon ran to 0:00 and the two-year build up of Mansfield versus Waldron was over with the Tigers victorious with a 33-7 final score.

Runningback Fisher Willsey (#15) plows his way through Waldron’s defense.

Head Coach, Tim Cothran, couldn’t be happier with his teams overall performance in such a big game. “The players played with a tremendous amount of heart and emotion last night. We had an outstanding show of support from our fans and community. It was just an electric atmosphere for our team to play in. We played hard and physically all game with every player showing extreme intensity on each snap. I’m very proud of these young men and how hard they’ve worked to get to this point. As great as we played, we still have a few things to iron out and get better at. This team continues to show a lot of promise.”

Defensive players Sam Burton (#23), Caleb Collier (#35), and Drew Elmore (#18) prepare to create chaos in Waldron’s backfield.

Mansfield has played like a team that has never seen a losing season as their 3-0 start has matched the total win of the past two years combined. The Tigers have taken each step forward in their non-conference schedule by beating a 2A, 3A, and 4A teams with a combined score of 109-13. In each game, they’ve proven that they can overcome obstacles and showed that their depth is seemingly endless.

Every player on the team has stepped foot on the field in each non-conference game. But the Tigers will now go into what really matters. Conference games.

Mansfield will travel to West Fork on Friday, September 23rd to seek redemption for last season’s blowout home loss to the West Fork Tigers. 

The Great Wall of Mansfield: Trey Vaughan (#24), Treyshon Powell (#21), Sam Burton (#23), Tyler Woolbright (#22), Daniel Burton (#4), and Austin Oldham (#6)

“Just Roll with It” Serving up Recipes and Humor

Tammy Teague
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“Just Roll with It” Serving up Recipes and Humor

Hello everyone! Sorry I missed last week, I have been sick as a dog but having the time of my life. Those are the words of Gomer Pyle from the Andy Griffith Show. I watched a lot of Andy while I was sick. Love that show.

This week’s topic is a little touchy to some people, but I’m going ahead and talking about it anyway.

Funerals, nobody wants to talk about funerals. I have always told my friends Debra Overton and Gina Epperson to make sure I have a nice funeral because Jacob cannot plan a funeral. It would be some Mickey Mouse goings on. I decided all this before my husband passed because I knew he couldn’t plan a funeral either.

Now me, I can plan a funeral…the whole works. My mom’s family is buried at a cemetery out in the sticks close to Knoppers Ford, out past Booneville. That’s where my mom and dad are buried. The name of the cemetery is Bud Davis Cemetery. It’s nice, quiet and peaceful. It’s a real pretty cemetery, too.

Well one day out of the blue, Jacob says to me, “mom have you ever thought about being buried somewhere closer that’s not so far away?” I mean you get one funeral, usually, and my son doesn’t want to make the trip to Bud Davis Cemetery because it’s too far?! I mean who cares what a woman’s last wishes are? Let’s just find any old cemetery that will take me and put me in it as long as it’s close by. I act like I’m thinking about it. Well, I don’t know. I mean most people don’t want to be buried with complete strangers. I guess what I’m trying to get around to asking is, does anybody out there have an empty plot that I at least know, don’t have to be related to? Oh, another qualification. It has to be close so my only son, Jacob, who I went through 15 hours of labor to have, so he won’t have to drive far. Enough of that situation.

Another thing about my burial is, that I’m going to write my eulogy. I’m going to have instructions for my nieces and nephews and greats. I want an open casket so everyone can say, “doesn’t she look good?” I would come home from funerals when Chuck was alive and I would say, “they sure looked good.” He would always act upset and say, “How could they? They are dead.” I’d say, “dead people can look good!”

I always want my friend Debra Overton to get a good seat up front. I have already talked to Sam Callahan at Heritage Memorial and I told him if I’m laying in that casket with three chins, I will come back and haunt him. I told him whatever it takes to make sure I only have one chin. If you want to know what you will look like, get a hand miror and when you lay in bed at night, look at yourself and that’s what it will be.

I’m a little mean, but I make up for it by being healthy. Words of Earnest T Bass. Enough about funerals, let’s move on to good food. Oh, and I want everyone to have plenty to eat after my funeral, also.

This recipe comes from a friend of mine, Shelia Hill. This is good for any meal, not just breakfast. Enjoy and have a great week.

HASHBROWN CASSEROLE
2 pounds of shredded hashbrown potatoes (in freezer section)
1/2 cup melted butter
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 pint of sour cream
1 can cream of chicken soup
2 cups grated cheddar cheese

Mix all the ingredients in a large bowl Make sure potatoes are thawed. Pour into a greased casserole dish and bake in a preheated 350-degree oven for 45 minutes.

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