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Scott County 4-H CloverBuds Enjoy Day Camp

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Scott County 4-H CloverBuds Enjoy Day Camp

The Scott County CloverBuds enjoyed a day of fun on Tuesday, August 10. The day camp was filled with learning and hands-on fun. The youngsters even got to meet Smokey the Bear and Waldron Mayor David Millard!

The Cloverbud program provides age-appropriate activities designed for this age group in order to foster the development of life skills needed for cognitive, social, emotional and physical development by providing cooperative learning activities. The 4-H Cloverbud program is designed to be noncompetitive, educational, activity-based, cooperative-learning centered, safe, developmentally age-appropriate and success-oriented.

The day camp for the CloverBuds was highly successful, as evident by the smiles on the faces of all who attended.

Slavens Passes Faster Than A Speeding Bullet

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Slavens Passes Faster Than A Speeding Bullet

Last season, Hackett Quarterback, Ethan “Superman” Slavens, completed 150 passes out of 284, threw a total of 1869 yards, and finished with 23 touchdowns made. And let us not forget the Honorable Mention All-Conference that he earned as well. With this season’s start date looming right around the corner, senior Slavens is hungry and ready for more! “I feel pretty comfortable at the quarterback position this year,” “Superman” Slavens explained. “I have a really good line protecting me.” Also returning with Slavens is a senior-heavy bevy of skilled and knowledgable teammates geared up to go out with a bang for their final season. “Our returning skill positions and big strong linemen with some attitude are definitely our biggest strengths this season.”

“The whole team gets hype and keeps high energy throughout every practice so I hope we will carry all of that onto the field on game day!” Journeying into his third season as the Hornets head coach, Michael Meador is happy with what he is seeing in his Quarterback. “Ethan’s footwork has improved this off-season. He has really worked on focusing on his timing with our routes. His understanding of the offense has grown as well. And starting most of all last year has helped him with the experience that will guide him on the field this year.”

Last year, the Sr Hornets made it to the second round of playoffs which was just what the doctor ordered to put a little extra pep in their step heading into the 2021-2022 season. “I hope the excitement from last season carries over to this year so we can make it even further,” concludes Slavens. Adding on to the enthusiasm of the Hornet’s upcoming season is a brand new turf field that got underway at the beginning of summer. “I’m excited that I get to play on the new turf field before I graduate. And with this being our senior year, we are looking forward to every game on the schedule!”

Mansfield School District Makes Determination on Mask Policy

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Mansfield Schools Superintendent Joe Staton announced the district’s mask policy for the upcoming school year following a board meeting held on Tuesday, August 10.

The board and administration wish to continue the previous policy of recommending masks and social distancing and to follow ADH and DESE guidance. The following is our plan:

Mansfield School District Back to School COVID Tools and Guidelines

Follow the ADH Guidelines ADH/DESE Guidelines including:

  • Vaccinations are available for ages 12 and Up
  • Masks–Not Completely REQUIRED, BUT we are going to model this well and teach it to our students as correct procedures.  ADH Recommends masking up anytime we can’t get 6 ft.of space and for students any time they can’t get 3 ft of space.  Let’s do our part to NOT make this become a requirement.  Great Leadership from Tiger Staff will take care of this.  
  • Increased emphasis on masking for students age 11 and below–They haven’t had access to vaccinations.  Teach Procedures, Ask them to mask up per ADH Guidance.  We do have flexibility to work with individual students and families on the matter but the norm is for our students (Especially in this age group to be masked up when they can’t distance themselves.)
  • Ask the students to mask up when proper social distancing is impossible 
  • Ask students to wear a mask when they are on a school bus
  • Encourage Masking per ADH Guidelines
  • Physical Distancing–3 ft. students in a classroom and 6 if possible.  Within 6 ft for 15 cumulative minutes of a COVID Positive Case is still the standard for determining Quarantine.
  • Hand Washing and Sanitizer Frequently
  • Ventilation and Air Circulation–Windows, circulation fans in the rooms,  Air Purifiers
  • Screening–Parents Screen their children, Staff Screen, Visitors Screen
  • Busing-Windows Cracked or Down
  • COVID Point of Contact, Quarantine and Isolation Tina Smith MSD POC

Be ready to increase COVID Mitigation Strategies or decrease COVID Mitigation Strategies as needed by the amount of transmission at school to ensure a successful school year.

Waldron Volleyball Ready To Prove That Attitude Is Everything

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Waldron Volleyball Ready To Prove That Attitude Is Everything

With the start of volleyball season quickly approaching, the Waldron Sr Lady Bulldogs coupled with coaches Hannah Scantling and Bailey Moore, are ready to strike. Playing a big role for the Volley Dogs are returning seniors, Molly Richmond and Bianca Hinojosa along with six returning juniors and six returning sophomores. “We have had several players step up for us this year,” explained Coach Bailey Moore. “Our seniors will be big for us, undoubtedly. Only having two means they will have a lot of weight on their shoulders but we have full faith in them. They are calm leaders and work hard for us every day.”

The Lady Bulldogs also have several girls taking on new roles this year as well. “We lost five starters last year so it has been a bit of a puzzle to fill in gaps. Jasmine Nelson has stepped up to set and has taken on the roll head on. Peyton Boyd has stepped up and learned to set but has also learned to play all three front row positions to be beneficial to us wherever needed. After losing our libero, Kylee Day and Kylie Broomfield have worked hard to strengthen our back row. Sophomore Kyleigh Cook has been training as a middle and has really taken on the role with great force. Our small team is full of heart and great attitudes and it’s hard to just name a few that we think will shine because, with their work ethic, there is no limit!”

Although losing such a big portion of their team last year has left the Lady Bulldogs in a rebuilding phase, they don’t plan to stay in that phase for long. “We are really expecting to see great growth this season. Our girls are an awesome group with great attitudes and we have such high expectations for their growth because of that. We are expecting to finish the season much stronger in our new roles.”

“Our biggest strength would probably have to be the team atmosphere. Our girls work so hard and have a “Don’t give up attitude”. They grow every practice because they just won’t quit. I think that will give them the ability to really surprise some teams that count us out. Our weakness though would have to be a lack of knowledge in big positions. Since we had to replace several starters and put people in new positions, we are learning as we go.” 

With their first game only eight days away, there is much excitement surrounding the season. “The game that we are anticipating the most would have to be the Booneville game. It is always a tough fought game and a rivalry game at that. Last year we beat them to make it to State so that always brings out the competitive side of rivals!”

Things To Consider Before Moving into a Historic Home

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Things To Consider Before Moving into a Historic Home

Moving into a historic home can be one of the most exciting adventures in which you can take part, as far as homeownership goes. In fact, many people get so excited about the prospect of living in one of these homes that they don’t fully consider the risks and rewards of doing so, leading to drastic consequences in the future. To help you avoid these consequences, here are the top three things to consider before moving into a historic home.

Water Quality

Water quality is one of the primary things to consider before you move into a historic home. This is because there’s often harmful mineral buildup in older homes that haven’t had their pipe systems redone recently. In some cases, significant mineral buildup can make water unpotable or harmful to one’s health. A homeowner may go with one of two options to rectify this: either replace absolutely all the pipes in the house or install a water treatment system for the home.

Foundation

The foundation is another major concern that all homeowners should be concerned about. In older historic homes especially, there’s a significant chance that the ground has shifted, often resulting in a broken or cracked foundation. This can lead to leaks and seepage as well as major plumbing issues in the future. This potential situation should highlight how important it is to get a professional contractor to evaluate the house and ensure everything about the structure is stable before you make the purchase.

Building Materials

The last major thing to consider before you move into a historic home is the building materials used to construct the house. Depending on when the house was built, harmful materials such as asbestos may have been used in its construction. These materials can cause serious health issues over time. As such, before moving into a historic house, you must check with a contractor about the construction materials used to ensure the house is safe for habitation. In some cases, a contractor will need to make a full inspection of the house to check everything out.

Before you move into a historic home, you should first consider a number of things to guarantee your safety. In most cases, a simple check from a general contractor or inspector will rectify any safety concerns you may have. In any case, ensuring that your historic home looks and functions great will let you live a happy and healthy life.

WSD: Working Through COVID Challenges

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WSD: Working Through COVID Challenges

The regular monthly meeting of the Waldron School Board was held in the Central Office Building Monday, August 9, 2021; at 6:30 p.m. Board members present were Clay Woodall, Angela Hunsucker, Mac Davis and Konnor McKay. Board member Tammye Sherrill was not present at the meeting.  Others present were Superintendent Daniel Fielding, Misty Owens, Ryan Walker, Kristi Sigman, Darla Jeffery, Tonya Cluck, Kim Solomon, Toni Dozier, Zack Taylor and Chris Lipham.

Vice-President Woodall called the meeting to order at 6:35 p.m. and welcomed everyone. Davis began the meeting with a word of prayer, and Hunsucker led the Pledge of Allegiance.

A motion was made by Davis and seconded by Hunsucker to approve the Consent Agenda items:  A) Approval of the July 12h and July 19th Minutes; B) Approve Financial Reports and Expenditures; C) Approve Purchase Orders to Nearpod; D) Approve Milk Bid for Food Service; G) Approve Bread Bid for Food Service.  Motion carried 4:0.

A motion was made by McKay and seconded by Davis to approve the Visa Purchasing Card application.  Motion carried 4:0.

The board members discussed the Digital Map Standard that will be filed with the Secretary of State and County Clerk, this map will be used for school board zones.

A motion was made by Hunsucker and seconded by Davis to approve the handbook changes for Elementary, Middle and High Schools.  Motion carried 4-0.

A motion was made by McKay and seconded by Hunsucker to approve the ASBA Policy recommendations and updates:  1.2, 1.11, 1.21, 3.4, 3.6, 3.7, 3.19, 3.32.1, 3.40, 3.44, 3.45, 3.49, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.5, 4.6, 4.7, 4.17, 4.35, 4.35F6, 4.35F7, 4.37, 4.44, 4.45, 4.45.1, 4.46, 4.60, 5.5, 5.6, 5.6F, 5.6F2, 5.11, 5.17, 5.18, 5.20, 5.27, 5.28, 6.4, 6.11, 6.12, 7.5, 8.4, 8.13, 8.23.1, 8.30, 8.34, 8.36, 8.37.  Motion carried 4-0.

A motion was made by Hunsucker and seconded by Davis to add item E) Approve Petition for Transfer of Student.  Motion carried 4-0.

A motion was made by Davis and seconded by McKay to approve the Petition for Transfer of Student.  Motion carried 4-0.

Each of the principals reported that they are gearing up to start the new school year and working through the challenges that Covid-19 has brought with it again this year.  Each of them stated that they will continue taking the extra precautions and sanitation measures.  Meet the Teacher Night will be this Thursday night from 2-7 p.m. at each of the buildings.  Mr. Walker also commented on the Back to School Bash that spanned over 3 weeks.  Mr. Lipham informed the board that 5th-grade orientation will be broken up into two sessions, one at 2:30 and the other at 5:30.  Mrs. Solomon welcomed Ms. Cluck as Assistant Principal.  She also informed the board that Chromebooks will also be handed out Thursday night at Meet the Teacher Night.  The 9th-grade orientation will be tonight, Tuesday, August 10th.   

Superintendent Daniel Fielding wants everyone to be aware that things could change throughout the year as the school gets guidance from Legislation.

A motion was made by Hunsucker and seconded by Davis to accept the resignations of Melanie Henry, as elementary teacher as of July 27, 2021 and Wendy Daggs, as elementary teacher as of July 26, 2021.  Motion carried 4-0.

A motion was made by Davis and seconded by Hunsucker to hire Andrea Duhon-Piechocki as Elementary Teacher effective July 29, 2021, pending APPEL requirements are met.  Motion carried 4-0.

A motion was made by McKay and seconded by Hunsucker to hire San Junaita Gonzalez as High School 10th Grade Literacy Teacher effective July 29, 2021, pending APPEL requirements are met.  Motion carried 4-0.

A motion was made by Davis and seconded by McKay to hire Lorrel Passmore as Elementary Teacher effective July 29, 2021, pending APPEL requirements are met.  Motion carried 4-0.

A motion was made by Hunsucker and seconded by Davis to hire Soribel Basa as HS Paraprofessional effective August 9, 2021.  Motion carried 4-0.

A motion was made by Angela Hunsucker and seconded by Konnor McKay to adjourn. Motion carried 4-0. The meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m.

Obituary – Fredrick Rodney Potter (1929-2021)

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Obituary – Fredrick Rodney Potter (1929-2021)

Fredrick Rodney Potter of Alma, Arkansas, formerly of Waldron, Arkansas passed from this life, Friday, August 6, 2021, in Van Buren, Arkansas. Rod was born December 26, 1929, in Alameda, California to William Anson Potter and Ruth Helen (Wolf) Potter. He was 91 years old.

Rod met and married the love of his life, Betty, in Alameda California. There they made their lives together until retirement. They then returned to Arkansas for a slower paced lifestyle. Rod was a connoisseur of old cars and antiques. He especially had an admiration for old clocks. Rod was a military veteran of the United States Marines and the United States Army. He joined the Marines at 17 but had to have a signed permission letter from his parents. He proudly served his country during the Berlin Airlift, and Nuremberg Trials. He was decorated with many metals of accomplishments. Rod was a gentle, kind and warm person.

Rod leaves behind to cherish his memory one brother, Stanley Potter of Reno, Nevada, two nephews, Stephen Potter of Van Buren, Arkansas and Allen Potter and wife Rebecca of Florida. Rod will be missed by all that knew him and the many whose lives he impacted including a host of extended family, friends and neighbors he loved dearly.

Rod was preceded in death by his loving wife of 39 years, Betty Potter and his parents.

Rod’s life celebration was  2:00 p.m., Tuesday, August 10, 2021, at the Pilot Prairie Cemetery with Rev. Jason Dunn officiating. Interment will follow. Arrangements are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas.

Rod’s pallbearers were  Allen Potter, Steve Potter, Terry Wright, John Knight, Howard Wright, Mike Wright and Keith Wright.

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Mansfield XC Dives Into Pool To Close Pre-Season

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Mansfield XC Dives Into Pool To Close Pre-Season

Pictured: Mansfield cross country runners take their training to the extreme at a remote location adjacent to Booneville City Park. Afterward, the Tiger endurance athletes were treated to a swim at the local pool.

Mansfield long-distance runners enjoyed a week of much cooler temperatures. After a scorching sequence of hot days one week earlier, the Tiger cross country players produced a record number of miles in training this past week. As a reward for their hard work in preparations for the upcoming season, a large coalition of the distance runners was treated to a swim at a local pool.

Mansfield junior Ashton Hinkle does at flip into the pool at the end of Tiger cross country practice as teammates look on in the background

On Friday, August 6 the Mansfield distance team took their third specialty trip for a change in scenery. This time the morning run was followed up with a dive into the Booneville Public Pool.

Thirteen members of the MHS cross country team arranged their schedules for the morning trip to Bearcat Country. Collectively the 13 players pounded the pavement around the nearby park for a total of 59.5 miles of road work. That’s an average of 4.58 miles per player.

“The morning was absolutely gorgeous for a good cleansing run,” said Mansfield cross country coach John Mackey. “The temperature was mild with a bit of light rain in the air. The kids really responded to the cooler morning especially after a big week of upgraded intensity.”

Mansfield eighth-grader Joseph Carter enjoys the bounce of the springboard at Booneville’s swimming pool. Carter joined a list of Tiger cross country runners at their end of pre-season training reward trip

The coach continued describing the last day of pre-season summer training for his team.

“After their run, the clouds opened for even better weather for a nice swim. I appreciate Coach (Joshua) Brown for joining the group with supervision. I also would like to thank the Booneville parks director and the employees of the pool for their watchful attention.”

Not only did Mansfield runners produce nearly 60 miles on the morning of the swim, but the entire group also posted 353.1 miles for the week. That brought the total miles for the group’s 15 days of pre-season training to 958.5 summer miles.

Senior distance runner Darby Jones pushes the pace as she and junior Ashton Hinkle pull away from the bridge crossing a Booneville creek

“Attendance was certainly better last week,” explained the coach. “There were fewer conflicts, the temperature cooperated, and the hint of a swimming pool trip didn’t hurt either.”

Senior Darby Jones once again led the pack with a steady-paced run. The former Farm Bureau All-Star put up a six-mile non-stop aerobic run to win the week in individual running with 38 total miles. She knocked out 112.1 miles for the 4-week training period.

Senior McKenzie Griffin was a close second for the week with 37.5 miles. The former player of the year did however win the total miles for the summer. Griffin cataloged 136.25 total miles for the cycle. She was also the first Mansfield cross country player from this season to pass 100 miles for the summer. 

Lady Tigers Aidan Fildes and Faith Rainwater produce for the MHS cross country team at a recent destination running trip

The two seniors mentioned above also recorded perfect attendance through the summer. Likewise, both made all three destination trips for the MHS cross country team this past month.

The bus trips offered to all members of the running group centered mostly around historical landmarks. This latest return trip to Booneville was more about fun. According to the head coach, it was all about rewarding commitment to the endurance sport. 

“The chance to refresh in the cool waters of a public pool reserved only for Mansfield athletes is a pretty good reward when you put in the long miles that these kids do,” stated Mackey.

This week also saw the return of two-time All-State runner Faith Rainwater. The senior had been away for the month of June helping relatives in Pulaski County take care of a newborn baby.

MHS runner Jonah Martin leads a string of Tiger cross country players through the trails around Booneville City Park

Rainwater, last season’s player of the year and a member of the River Valley Best of Preps team, charted 19 miles for her short week return.

Rainwater’s twin sister Hope and All-Star junior Jadelynn Wood both recorded over 60 miles for their pre-season efforts. Wood’s little sister Laney led the junior girls in recorded miles with 42.5. All-Region freshman Trinity Triska nearly equaled that total and led the younger team in total attendance.

Eleventh grader Ashton Hinkle led all boys in total summer miles. The Tiger’s top senior high boys prospect accumulated 73.6 miles for the 4-week cycle. 

Leland Powell off the junior boys’ team posted 39.2 miles this pre-season. He was also tops in attendance for the junior high squad.

Freshman Leland Powell demonstrates his Olympic diving skills as he and teammate Joey Fildes enjoy a break in cross country training with a trip to a local swimming pool

First-year player Holden Powers led all rookies with total mileage at 33.6. He posted 5 total miles with chunk runs at Friday’s Booneville trip. The seventh-grader also led in attendance among all beginners. 

Gunner Williams, also a seventh-grader, was second in attendance and mileage. Williams signed out with 31.7 miles over his nine days of training.

Mansfield’s cross country runners will turn their attention back to individual training the last week of summer break. The group rejoins on August 16 as the new school year begins.

The Tigers’ first competition run of the season will be August 31 at Perryville. All four divisions will run a reduced 1.5-mile race due to expected high temperatures.

Mansfield endurance runners worked up a sweat on their final day of pre-season training before the start of the 2021 Cross Country season. Pictured are back row left to right: Ashton Hinkle, Jonah Martin, Joseph Carter, Leland Powell, Joey Fildes, Holden Powers, and Gunner Williams. Front row (L to R): Aidan Fildes, McKenzie Griffin, Hope Rainwater, Faith Rainwater, Darby Jones, and Danielle Lowery

Obituary – Peggy Ruth (Frost) Hudson (1942-2021)

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Obituary – Peggy Ruth (Frost) Hudson (1942-2021)

Peggy Ruth (Frost) Hudson passed from this life on Friday, August 6, 2021 at her home in Waldron surrounded by loving family and friends. She was 79 years of age.

Peggy was born to Edgar (Eck) Evatt Frost and Lady Ruth (Gilbreath) Frost on April 5, 1942. Both of her parents were members of pioneer families who have lived in Scott County for many generations.

She was very active in her community of Parks. Peggy and her husband Bobby, owned the Parks Store and Station, the post office, and operated a large poultry farm. Peggy was manager of Judy’s Drive-In for many years. She was a very active person who always had two or three jobs at a time.

Peggy was a faithful member of Parks United Methodist Church. She also sponsored 4-H club and supported her children and grandchildren in sports activities. Peggy and Bobby Wayne Hudson were married on August 28, 1960. To this union were born two sons, Bob Jeffrey and Timothy Wayne.

Peggy leaves behind to cherish her memory, one son Timothy Wayne Hudson and companion Edith Martin, grandchildren: Tylor Hudson and wife Anna, Lanie Hudson, Victoria Hudson Oliver and husband Robert, Gaines Hudson, Keigan Friskey, Michael Friskey and wife Alisha and great-grandchildren: Emma, Bralyn, Hudson, Kayden and Mykah.

Peggy was preceded in death by her husband of fifty-one years, one son Bob Jeffrey Hudson, her parents, one sister, Nina Frost Turner and one brother Buford Frost.

Peggy’s life celebration will be 2:00 p.m., Friday, August 13, 2021, at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Diane Miller and Joy Carmean officiating. Interment will follow in the Parks Cemetery in Parks, Arkansas. Arrangements are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas.

You may leave words of comfort and remembrance for Peggy’s family by visiting: www.heritagememorialfh.com.

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Hartford Man Arrested for Possession of Firearms on School Property

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Hartford Man Arrested for Possession of Firearms on School Property

On Wednesday, August 4, a Hartford man was arrested for being in possession of firearms on school property.

Police Chief Wayne Robb responded to the call of a suspicious person in the joint parking lot of Mercy Family Medicine and the Mansfield Elementary School, located at 100 N. Walnut Street. Upon arrival on scene, Robb made contact with a male subject and sought a consent for search. According to Robb, the subject, Daniel Harris, was cooperative and agreeable to the search. That search led to the discovery of four firearms, a set of handcuffs, and a bulletproof vest.

Harris, a Security Corporal at Choctaw Casinos and Resorts, was allegedly waiting inside the vehicle on a female he had brought to the clinic. The female reportedly alerted the staff that she was fearful because of the number of guns Harris had.

The concealed handgun carry license holder was arrested on four charges of firearms possession on school property, class D felonies. He was transported to the Scott County Detention Center and booked in at 8:09 p.m. Following a hearing on Friday, August 6, Harris was released on $35,000 bond.

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