There are many reasons that people want to raise baby chicks. These adorable, curious little chippers make excellent family pets. Raising chicks is also a great way to add new members to your chicken flock. However, like all great things, caring for your chicks takes time and dedication. You have to be on the lookout for the common diseases and conditions that can occur in your brooder. Take care of your newest feathery friends by learning more about these three common dangers baby chicks face.
Splayed Leg
Also known as spraddle leg, splayed leg is a deformity that causes chicks’ feet to point to the sides rather than the front. This condition leads to difficulty walking and can seriously inhibit your chicks’ quality of life as they grow. Fortunately, treating splayed leg is relatively simple. Bind the legs so that they rest in the correct position, and give your chicks a few days for their legs to adjust and heal. Splayed leg can stem from an overcrowded brooder, difficulties hatching, or a lack of proper nutrients. To prevent the problem, make sure your chicks have a clean and safe environment with plenty of space. Keep an eye on your chicks so that you can detect and correct any case of splayed leg early.
Coccidiosis
Coccidiosis is an intestinal parasite that targets chicks. Once a chick ingests the parasite, it will spread and multiply along the lining of the gut. It then damages the chicks’ digestive system and prevents them from absorbing nutrients from their food. Coccidiosis is one of the most common dangers baby chicks face, making it a leading cause of chick deaths every year. Fortunately, you can help prevent coccidiosis in your flock by keeping a clean, dry brooder with clean bedding, feeders, and waterers. It’s also a good idea to vaccinate your chicks to protect them from the disease.
Stargazing
Stargazing, also known as twisted neck, is a condition that makes a baby chick unable to hold its head upright. Instead, the head falls backward to rest on the chick’s back, causing it to always look up—as if it were looking at the stars. Like splayed leg, this condition hinders a chick’s ability to walk properly. The chick might even learn to walk backward instead of forward because of the condition. Stargazing often stems from vitamin deficiencies, which means you can typically treat it with vitamins or supplements. Be sure to contact your vet about proper dosages and other necessary treatment information.
Greenwood realtor, Ethan Adams’ infectious faith, and family centered demeanor is hard to miss. In fact, it’s a gift he’s utilizing to help organize the First Annual Fishers of Men Rally on November 21, 6 p.m. at the Greenwood Boys and Girls Club.
The event itself will be open to all ages of men, with free admission, free dinner, giveaways and will feature guest speaker, Clay Dyer.
Dyer, a professional angler and popular motivational speaker is well-known for his “if I can do it, you can do it” attitude.
Clay Dyer, professional angler
The FOM rally will be the first of its kind in this area, and is gaining increased attention through social media.
This is something I felt led to do to support men being more centered on Faith in their daily lives.There’s nothing like it, nor close to it and it’s time to make it happen.
Ethan Adams
For more information on the event, visit event HERE, or call Ethan Adams at (479) 252-0548.
Opportunities to donate door prizes, and contributions are also available.
*This outdoor event will be managed for social distancing, with indoor facilities prepared should weather conditions abruptly change.
The following East Pointe Elementary students were honored as Leaders of the Month for October. They were celebrated with school recognition, certificate, medallion, and T-shirt.
Kindergarten: Kenlynn Clark, Atlee Parker, Angel Pippin, Nathaniel McGee, Morgan Miller, Parker Hight, and Sterling Babb.
At the urging of Magazine native Joshua Scott in 1998 when he was still in high school and dominating every other sport that the district had to offer, Magazine solidified their footing into Cross Country. That first season ended with four young men running their best at the State Championship on George Jones’ farm in Pottsville. Over the next 22 years, the Rattlers would be home to two State Champions, 4 State Runners-Up, and 18 District Championships including the 2020 Senior Boys led by Individual 2A-4 Champion, Connor Ryan.
AJ Malouf
Ryan, along with other All-Conference runners, AJ Malouf and Cameron Mattson, plus letterman Joeseph Posey and Jackson Oliver, ran their best races of the season to add to the Rattler lore. Although the Jr Girls were bested by rival Mansfield by a mere five points, the Lady Rattlers had slowly been closing the gap all season, and led by massive PRs at District, were almost able to pull off the upset.
Carlee Parrish
The Lady Rattlers were led by All-Conference runner Callie Nicholas, who medaled at every meet this season. All-Conference runner Carissa Webster, who improved 5 minutes over the course of the season. All-Conference runner Phoebe Hopper, who improved an amazing 7 minutes during the season. And All-Conference runner Ainslee Chappell. All four girls are 7th graders who began training in June.
Rhett Nietert
The team was bolstered by athletes Gracee Franklin (8th grader and 13th place) who finished out the Rattler top five. Jailynn Sims (8th), Destiny Corley (9th), Haley Myers (7th), Mattie Terry (7th), and Alyssa Bates (7th) finished out the scoring and displacement for the junior girls’ team. JV runners Elizabeth Merritt and Peyton Huschka ran great on the JV squad with Merritt finishing with Top 10 times at each meet.
Peyton Huschka
The junior boys were led by All-Conference runners Dakotah Stafford and medalist Rhett Neitert followed by Aiden Carter and Casey Carter. Connor Droemer was the 5th runner. The boys finished third behind Mansfield and Lavaca. The senior girls were led by senior All-Conference runner and medalist Trinity Bull for a runner-up plaque. Coach Randy Bryan added, “Great things are on the horizon for the Rattlers!”
On Thursday morning, November 12, Waldon Mayor David Millard issued a proclamation declaring Hospice and Palliative Care Day in the city.
Area Agency representatives Andrea Dickens, Kristy Black, Darla Dozier, and Nina Canada were present to witness the signing.
The declaration proclaimed “…Hospice and Palliative Care offer the highest quality in service and support to patients and family caregivers facing serious and life-limiting illnesses; and…Skilled and compassionate hospice and palliative care professionals…provide comprehensive care focused on the wishes of each individual patient and…Pain management and symptom control, caregiver training and assistance and emotional and spiritual support allow patients to live fully until their final moments surrounded and sustained by loved ones, friends and committed caregivers and…Every year, more than 13,000 Arkansas with life-limiting illness, along with their families and loved ones, receive care from the state’s Hospice and Palliative Care programs in communities throughout Arkansas…Hospice and palliative care supports the right of every individual, regardless of age, health, social status, or stage of life, to be treated with the utmost respect and care…Hospice and palliative care providers encourage all people to learn more about the options of care and to share their wishes with family, loved ones, and their healthcare professionals; NOW, THEREFORE, I, DAVID MILLARD, Mayor of the City of Waldron, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the laws of the state of Arkansas, do hereby proclaim November 12, 2020 as HOSPICE AND PALLIATIVE CARE DAY IN WALDRON ARKANSAS.”
The community is grateful to the Area Agency for the services they provide our citizens in time of need. We honor you all on this Hospice and Palliative Care Day!
Pictured are the senior captains for the seasons final game. Not pictured is Randy Claude.
The Sr High Mansfield Tigers started out the season on a high note by shutting out the Magazine Rattlers 41-0 in the first game of the season. Unfortunately, the Tigers had a downhill roll from there. Facing heavy hitters and adversity week after week, they had dropped every other game leading up to their Sebastian County showdown with the Hackett Hornets for the final game of the season. But this is a rivalry and we all know records mean nothing when it comes to rivalry games. Especially this one.
The Tigers chose to receive the opening kickoff and Austin Carlton made sure he started the Tigers off right with a big-time return. Mansfield’s offense started off slow and turned the ball over on downs. Hackett quickly capitalized on the Tiger’s slow start and sent a rocket pass downfield to put the first points of the night on the scoreboard. Mansfield stiffened up on the two-point conversion to leave the damage at 6-0 Hackett with 9:11 left in the 1st quarter.
Claude taking the handoff from Dugan along with #4 Codi Chick also in on the play
Manfield answered the challenge with a couple of runs by Codi Chick and Randy Claude to draw in the Hornets defense tight in run coverage. Just as planned, Zayne Dugan pulled a play-action pass to none other than Chick for a Tiger touchdown. With a good two-point conversion, the Tigers took an 8-6 lead. The Hornets would answer back with another touchdown, but again Mansfield held off their two-point try ending the 1st quarter with the Hornets leading with a score of 12-8. The Tigers found themselves in a rut as Hackett would score two more times in the second quarter as the Tigers walked into halftime down 26-8.
What could the Tigers do in the locker room at halftime that could change the way this game was going? Who could step up? Could they overcome such a deficit? Well when Hackett came out in the 3rd quarter scoring right out of the gate to extend the lead to 34-8, everyone figured they had those questions answered as “nothing”. But if you’re a football fan, you’d know that there’s a very specific term in college football that goes “Not So Fast”! Not so fast because “fast” walked onto the field and it was named Tommy Phang. Phang took the Hornets kickoff and kicked on the afterburners as he screamed downfield for a kick return touchdown. Mansfield was kept from getting the two-point conversion but they closed the gap to 34-14.
Jared Schmid attempting a deflection
The big Tiger touchdown stirred up the Hornet’s nest though as Hackett would come right back again and score. Down 42-16, Mansfield turned on the CC to follow for a touchdown. Not closed captioning. Claude and Chick. A big pass to Chick followed by another to Claude and for a change of pace, a pass to Chick for a Tiger TD cutting the score to 42-22. You know where this is going, but here it is anyhow. Hackett scored again closing out the 3rd quarter with a 48-22 lead.
Playing four quarters means playing a full 60 minutes. Mansfield wasn’t going down without a fight as Shawn Brown took the rock in his hands and pounded his way for a Mansfield touchdown. Adding the extra points to the TD, the Tigers again made the game a game. It was now time for ol reliable to strut his stuff as Claude clobbered the Hornets defense to score putting the Tigers at a two-score game of 48-36. The Hornets would put on the same tune again though bumping ahead with another touchdown giving them a 54-38 lead. Like a bouncing ball, Mansfield would again answer the call when Dugan found a wide-open Fisher Willsey to pass to and Willsey took it all…..the…..way for a Tiger touchdown. Claude added another two-point conversion setting the score at a one-possession game of 54-46. That was as close as it would get for the Tigers though as Hackett would score again giving the Hornets the 60-46 final score and the rivalry win.
#27 Cody Fudge for the takedown
To end the 2020 Mansfield football season, the Tigers will be saying goodbye to 9 seniors. Codi Chick, Cody Fudge, Lorenzo Alarid, Bri Sanderson, Renden Emery, Victor Steffen, Jared Schmid, Randy Claude, and manager Jackie Scott. Claude, whose goal is to play college ball and one day become a game warden, had this to say about his final football season as a Tiger. “High school football has taught me more than just football. It’s taught me how to be a leader and how to work with others. I got the chance to be coached by some of the most inspirational coaches and they truly made me who I am. My favorite memories and the ones I’m gonna miss the most is the brotherhood that forms throughout football. High school football is something that’s gonna have its own place in my heart and I will never take for granted.” Randy ends the season with 95 carries for 405 yards and 2 TDs, 23 receptions for 125 yards and 3 TDs, 108 tackles, and 15 kickoffs for 572 yards.
Chick finished with 20 passing yards, 27 carries for 115 yards and 1 TD, 50 receptions for 598 yards and 4 TDs, 7 tackles, 4 punts for 93 yards, and 4 kickoff returns for 52 yards. Fudge earned 9 receiving yards and 23 tackles. Schmid made 34 tackles. Steffen and Emery ended with 5 tackles each. Sanderson finished with 38 tackles and 1 fumble recovery. And Alarid netted 7 tackles and 1 deflected pass.
Alarid (left) and Sanderson (right) going in for the tackle
If you feel like you’re spending all your free time doing chores, you’re not wrong: the average full-time working woman spends more than 21 hours a week keeping up the house, while men get away with an average of 15 hours of housework a week. Considering so many local jobs are on farms and ranches—not exactly nine-to-five operations—that leaves even less time to get things done. Everyone would benefit from these strategic ways to make your home more low-maintenance.
For Cleaning
Your kitchen needs cleaning every day, but some surfaces are easier to clean than others. For example, it’s easier to clean fingerprints off cabinets if they have flat doors without details and grooves to collect dust. Medium-tone wood stains show less dirt than dark or white finishes, so deep-cleaning the kitchen can wait a little longer. It might also be time to take a break from your vacuum by trading in older carpet for low-maintenance alternatives such as laminate or luxury vinyl. New flooring can update your home with the look of hardwood or stone, but you’ll never need to refinish or reseal it. A strategic Swiffer to the corners is all that’s required most days.
For Exteriors
If you’re tired of repainting the house, vinyl siding can give your home more curb appeal, and it’s a low-cost investment, considering the payoff. It never needs painting, and you won’t need to worry about rot or insects damaging the walls. It’s easy to install yourself if you want to save more, and it should last 35 years.
If you want to eliminate ladders from your life, think about a gutter cover system, which can save you from having to scoop out wet leaves every time the seasons change.
For the Garden
Just because you’ve always gardened something doesn’t mean you have time for it now. Reassess the time and costs versus the benefits of your gardening, and look for ways to shake up your plantings. You can talk to your local nursery about vegetables that don’t require as much attention or water. You can cut down on weeding by planting ground cover or by letting your grass clippings lie where they land. They can nourish the soil and discourage weeds. You might even turn out to be a tree person—Red Haven peach trees are suited for Arkansas conditions, and they add color to your yard, not to mention shade. There are all kinds of ways to make your home lower-maintenance, but some rewards are more delicious than others.
Annually the Greenwood School District hosts a Veteran’s Day program honoring our greatest heroes. This year’s program looked much different, however, due to COVID-19.
At 9 a.m. on Tuesday, November 11, area veterans gathered at the fairgrounds for a parade line up. Their children and grandchildren were dismissed from classes to accompany their loved ones in that parade.
The parade proceeded down Joplin Street via police escort. Veterans received their Challenge Coin from school representatives in front of the PAC before completing the route around the town square and back to the fairgrounds.
The community gathered along the route, waving their flags and displaying their handwritten sentiments of appreciation.
Although the program wasn’t the traditional celebration, it was evident on the smiles of those being honored, as well as their loved ones, that this was a success.
A talented group of Greenwood High School lady athletes signed letters of intent to play their respective sports at the next level today at H.B. Stewart arena on #NationalSigningDay.
Kinley Fisher
Kinley Fisher, Mercer University (Basketball)
Senior point guard Kinley Fisher will continue her basketball career under Coach Susie Gardner at Mercer University next year. In her junior season, Fisher averaged 18.3 points per game along with 5 assists. The talented guard finished the season shooting 41% from the field and 80% from the free throw line. Fisher helped carry the Bulldogs to the State Championship game where they were crowned co-champions for the 2020 season.
Shea Goodwin
Shea Goodwin, UA Monticello (Basketball)
Senior point guard Shea Goodwin has signed her letter of intent to play basketball for Coach Markell Cox at the University of Arkansas at Monticello. Goodwin’s recruiting profile shows her averaging 8.2 points and 4.4 assists per game. Goodwin’s field goal percentage is 43% while her free throw percentage is an impressive 86%.
Fisher and Goodwin are part of a class that has amassed a 67-24 record in three seasons with the Greenwood Bulldogs.
Ally Sockey
Ally Sockey, University of Arkansas (Softball)
Senior Ally Sockey has signed her letter of intent to play softball at the University of Arkansas. During her Freshman and Sophomore seasons, Sockey held a .507 batting average with 76 hits and 55 R.B.I.’s over 56 games. The two-time all state selection is ranked 27th by Extra Inning Softball. Arkansas coach Courtney Diefel released a statement regarding Sockey through the University of Arkansas social media account saying “Ally is one of the top athletes in the state of Arkansas. She is a smooth and skilled defender that has the ability to make highlight reel plays. Ally’s athleticism will provide spark to our program. We love that we get to keep her home in Arkansas”
Chelsi Possage
Chelsi Possage, University of Arkansas (Softball)
Senior infielder Chelsi Possage has also signed with the University of Arkansas softball team. Possage joined Greenwood last year after spending the majority of her high school career at Muldrow, OK. Last season was unable to be played due to Covid-19. As a member of the Tulsa Elite travel team Possage tallied 33 runs, 23 RBI’s and stole 22 bases. The right hander held a .405 batting average with the Elite. Arkansas coach Courtney Diefel released a statement on the Razorbacks social media account saying this about Possage; “Chelsi is one of the most gritty and competitive athletes that I have seen. She is quick and incredibly versatile. Chelsi is just flat tough and has the skill to see time at multiple positions. She has an immense pride in the Razorbacks, and we are thrilled that she gets to live out her dream at Arkansas.”
Hannah Watkins
Senior middle blocker for the Greenwood Volleyball team Hannah Watkins has signed a letter of intent to continue her career with the University of Central Arkansas. The 6’6″ senior is measured at having a 10’3″ approach jump, 9’9″in block jump and a 8’4″ standing reach. Watkins shared a personal statement on Next College Student Athlete, stating she is excited to commit to Central Arkansas where her brother and father both attended.
LITTLE ROCK – An Arkansas Game and Fish Commission employee has resigned while the agency was investigating the employee’s role in posting inappropriate comments on a personal social media site.
AGFC Director Pat Fitts said the comments do not reflect the AGFC’s values and are counter to our efforts for inclusivity and diversity. “We take this issue seriously and have been investigating it vigorously since Monday,” Fitts said.
After discovering that the employee’s personal social media page had displayed offensive photos and comments, the AGFC immediately placed the employee on administrative leave and began an internal investigation Nov. 9. The employee subsequently resigned from the AGFC while the investigation was underway.
The Commission is committed to conserving the state’s fish and wildlife for the benefit of everyone and condemns any form of harassment or disparagement based on race, gender, religion, national origin, age or disability.
