The Covid-19 pandemic has given people time to remodel homes, learn new cooking techniques, and to build a filtered TV mask. Yes, that’s correct. A working, and filtered mask from the shell of a vintage ORION television set (not a flat screen).
Adam Spain of Mansfield, an avid gamer took quick note that the conventional face mask that is now required to enter certain places of business wouldn’t work for his situation. His beard inhibited the face mask to work as designed.
Spain had an idea to make a mask that met his needs, and paralleled his sense of humor. This idea has grown into somewhat of a cult following in and around Sebastian County and now, more specifically, online.
The end product stemmed from a childhood memory of an anime character who had a TV screen head. Spain went to work removing the guts from the TV leaving a shell. He then replaced the glass with tinted plexiglass.
Once done, fogging and humidity was an issue. Spain added a CPU fan powered by a USB battery source with a Filtrete 1500 filter modified to fit, and plenty of foam for comfort. Sounds easy, right?
After many small revisions, Spain’s creation was a working face mask that serves a real purpose, as well as a novelty to give people a smile.
Public response? Spain admitted that he was somewhat worried at first, but people have responded well and have taken to social media posting selfies and following the popular #Wheres0R10N hashtag.
“I figure if everyone is required to wear a mask, I might as well have fun with it”
Detailed video of the build
Where to find more information about 0R10N F1R3R4881T
The Covid-19 pandemic has given people time to remodel homes, learn new cooking techniques, and to build a filtered TV mask. Yes, that’s correct. A working, and filtered mask from the shell of a vintage ORION television set (not a flat screen).
Adam Spain of Mansfield, an avid gamer took quick note that the conventional face mask that is now required to enter certain places of business wouldn’t work for his situation. His beard inhibited the face mask to work as designed.
Spain had an idea to make a mask that met his needs, and paralleled his sense of humor. This idea has grown into somewhat of a cult following in and around Sebastian County and now, more specifically, online.
The end product stemmed from a childhood memory of an anime character who had a TV screen head. Spain went to work removing the guts from the TV leaving a shell. He then replaced the glass with tinted plexiglass.
Once done, fogging and humidity was an issue. Spain added a CPU fan powered by a USB battery source with a Filtrete 1500 filter modified to fit, and plenty of foam for comfort. Sounds easy, right?
After many small revisions, Spain’s creation was a working face mask that serves a real purpose, as well as a novelty to give people a smile.
Public response? Spain admitted that he was somewhat worried at first, but people have responded well and have taken to social media posting selfies and following the popular #Wheres0R10N hashtag.
“I figure if everyone is required to wear a mask, I might as well have fun with it”
Detailed video of the build
Where to find more information about 0R10N F1R3R4881T
7/10 On July 10 at 8:30 a.m., a Greenwood officer was dispatched to Walmart in reference to a shop lifter. After arriving on scene, the officer spoke with an asset protection associate, who stated that the suspect, Rochelle White, had skipped scanning merchandise at the register and then proceeded to exit the door without paying. There were several items that the suspect failed to scan totaling $47.19. White, of Huntington, was placed under arrest and banned from the property. She was transported to the SCADC without incident.
7/10 On July 10 at approximately 12:15 p.m. a Greenwood officer was on patrol on AR Highway 10 when he ran a tag on a vehicle that turned into the Westwood Apartments. The registered owner, Sommer Long of Hackett, had a possible warrant. The officer made contact with the three individuals at the apartment complex and asked for their identification. The officer ran Sommer Long through dispatch and was advised that she had a confirmed warrant out of Fort Smith for contempt-failure to pay. Dispatch also advised that a passenger, Brian Long of Magazine, had a warrant out of Minnesota for burglary, but was outside extradition. The driver of the vehicle had a suspended license, but no warrants. The officer was given permission to search the vehicle. During that search, the officer located a black bag in the backseat and a glass pipe. Brian Long stated that it was his. The officer placed both Brian Long and Sommer Long under arrest and transported them to the SCADC without incident.
7/12 On July 12 at approximately 8:40 p.m., a Greenwood officer was running vehicle license plates just west of West Denver Street on State Highway 10 Spur. He ran the tag of a white Ford van traveling east, and the license plate came back stolen from Fort Smith. The officer initiated a traffic stop, and made contact with the driver, Justin Williams of Greenwood. After advising Williams of the reason for the stop, Williams stated that he had purchased the vehicle approximately one month ago. The officer asked for a bill of sale but Williams was unable to provide one. Dispatch also confirmed that Williams had a confirmed warrant out of Greenwood for failure to appear. Williams was placed under arrest for theft by receiving and on the outstanding warrant. He was then transported to the SCADC, where two other warrants were found, one was failure to pay fine $645.00 L/S, and the other was failure to comply with court order seven days jail time.
When most people think of water damage, they might not consider the attic as a problem spot. However, with its proximity to the elements, the attic can be a major source of water damage. This is a headache in and of itself, but it can lead to even more severe problems such as household mold and expensive repairs. Fortunately, you can keep an eye out for these issues and stop them before they cause serious damage. Learn more about how to prevent water damage in your attic with these tips.
Take Care of Your Roof
A leaky roof is one of the most common sources of attic water damage. Make a habit of regularly checking your roof for damage. Pay close attention to split shingles or worn flashing, and check inside your attic for any damaged wood or insulation. You can also prevent roof damage by cleaning off any debris and keeping your gutters and downspouts clear. It’s also a good idea to hire a professional inspector or contractor to identify and fix any major issues you might’ve missed.
Create Proper Ventilation
If you’re wondering how to prevent water damage in your attic, keep in mind that even seemingly minor issues—such as humidity—can cause problems. Excess humidity can lead to condensation buildup and eventual water damage, which is why ventilating your attic is important. Proper ventilation helps the moisture in your attic escape, so check your vents to make sure they’re clear and not blocked by insulation. Additionally, make sure your household appliances vent to the outside of your house instead of into the attic.
Maintain Appliances
When you’re looking for water damage in your attic, make sure to check around your appliances. Air conditioners, HVAC systems, and other appliances might break or leak, causing major issues. Pay attention to pipes and connections, and keep a close eye on old or worn equipment. Keep up with regular maintenance of these appliances, especially if they’re known to leak water or moisture.
James Ronald Richmond of Ft. Smith, Arkansas, formerly of Waldron, Arkansas went to be with his Lord and Savior, Saturday, July 11, 2020, in Ft. Smith, Arkansas with his family by his side. James was born June 17, 1939, to Earl Richmond and Susie (House) Richmond. James was 81 years old. He attended Temple Baptist Church.
James was born in a log house in the Greenridge community eight miles East of Waldron. He started school in a one room school house at Cardiff, Arkansas and finished high school at Waldron High School in 1957. He met his loving wife and later they married in 1959. He was drafted in to the US Army in December 1961. James was discharged in December 1963 at Ft. Bliss, Texas and returned to Waldron, Arkansas with a new daughter, Sabra Diane. He was employed by Sim’s Building Materials in March 1964 to July 1969 when he opened a new business in August 1969. He was co-owner of City Furniture Mart for 22 years. He sold out and retired in August 1991. James enjoyed hunting, fishing, golf and most of all he loved bluegrass music festivals and jamming with friends and playing the Dobro guitar.
James leaves behind to cherish his memory, his loving wife of 61 years, Lottie of the home, one daughter, Sabra Roberson and husband Denis of Ft. Smith, Arkansas. Grandpa James will forever remain in the hearts of his grandchildren: Kyle Redding, Dallas Roberson and wife BJ and Austin Roberson, as well as great grandchildren, Anna, Jace and Ransom. James will be missed by all that knew him and the many whose lives he impacted, including his beloved dog Bo, a host of extended family, friends and loved one’s dear to his heart.
James’ celebration of life will be 12:00 p.m., Tuesday, July 14, 2020, at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron, Arkansas with Rev. Jackie Smith officiating. Interment will follow in the Mt. Pleasant Cemetery in the Greenridge Community. Arrangements are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas.
James was preceded in death by his parents, Earl and Susie Richmond, and siblings, Jerry Richmond, JoAnn Morrison and Johnny Richmond.
James’ pallbearers will be Larry Shores, Curtis Billings, A.G. Morrison, Rick Bice, Anthony Morrison and Tyler Wagner. Honorary pallbearers will be David Tucker, Bud Fuller, Fred Mourton, and Bob Shores.
James’ visitation will be Tuesday, July 14, 2020, from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas.
Ashley Anne Fore of Mansfield was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on July 5 at 11:56 p.m., and was released on bond July 6 at 1:31 a.m. Fore was charged with failure to appear, a class B misdemeanor and contempt – willful disobedience (failure to pay fine.)
Charlsey Jean Kellar of Hackett was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on July 9 at 10:47 a.m. and was released on bond July 9 at 2:25 p.m. Keller was charged with failure to appear, a class B misdemeanor.
Jakob Jynx Kossman of Huntington was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on July 8 at 7:02 p.m. and was released on bond July 8 at 9:31 p.m. Kossman was charged with contempt – willful disobedience (failure to pay fine.)
Jo Beth Kossman of Huntington was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on July 8 at 7:04 p.m. and was released on bond July 8 at 10:31 p.m. Kossman was charged with contempt – willful disobedience (failure to pay fine.)
Erik Robert Sonny Ruiz of Mansfield was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on July 8 at 8:41 p.m. and was released on bond July 8 at 11:27 p.m. Ruiz was charged with failure to appear, a class B misdemeanor.
Tre’sure Kristen Sylva of Mansfield was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on July 10 at 12:35 p.m. and remains in the SCADC. Sylva was charged with absconding, violating parole, tampering with physical evidence, possession of schedule I/II controlled substance with the purpose to deliver, and possession of drug paraphernalia.
Jason Warren Waters of Mansfield was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on July 7 at 4:38 a.m. and remains in the SCADC. Waters was charged with aggravated assault on a family or household member, aggravated assault on a family or household member – choke, endangering the welfare of a minor in the first degree – conduct, and interfering with emergency communications – first degree misdemeanor.
Rochelle Leanne White of Huntington was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on July 10 at 9:25 a.m. and was released on bond July 10 at 12:01 p.m. White was charged with theft of property, less than $1,000.
**The charges against those arrested are allegations and the cases are still pending in the courts.**
River Valley Primary Care Services, which has 10 clinics across the River Valley, has opened in Bonanza.
The Bonanza Wellness Center, located at 920 S. Hwy. 45, is open and now accepting patients ages six weeks and older. The health provider is Greenwood native Brittney Beland-Jackson, Nurse Practitioner.
Patients are seen by appointment, Monday through Friday 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. The clinic offers in house lab services, flu screening and COVID-19 testing. Additionally, they accept most insurances, including Medicaid.
“We accept patients with or without insurance, and offer a sliding scale pay option, ranging from $20 to full pay,” stated Site Coordinator Sierra Reynolds. RVPCS offers affordable healthcare to those with insurance, those without, and those that are underinsured without regard of their ability to pay.
RVPCS in Bonanza is expecting to expand their clinic by adding four more exam rooms in the future.
If you are interested in learning more about RVPCS, you can visit their webpage, or Facebook page. You can contact the Bonanza clinic at 479-279-7690.
Due to COVID-19, the delayed deadline to file state and federal taxes is quickly approaching. Arkansans who have not filed to pay their taxes still have until July 15.
“This year, the date might have changed, but the responsibility remains – tax time has arrived,” said Attorney General Leslie Rutledge. “Our communities have dealt with many difficult situations for a majority of the year when it comes to making ends meet and I want Arkansans to know their options and filing your taxes shouldn’t be a burden.”
Taxpayers have the ability to file and pay their taxes safely online through IRS.gov in order to avoid the backlog of mail that may have developed due to previous closures in response to the pandemic. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) offers taxpayers their Interactive Tax Assistant (ITA) system as a resource to learn more and answer frequently asked questions while filing taxes online.
Attorney General Rutledge has provided these tips for Arkansans still working on filing their federal and state taxes this year:
Taxpayers who need additional time to file beyond the July 15 deadline can request a filing extension to October 15, but this must be done by July 15. Then they must file Form 4868 through their tax professional, tax software, or using the Free File link on IRS.gov.
Arkansas taxpayers who still owe 2019 income tax, as well as estimated tax for 2020, must make two separate payments on or before July 15, 2020; One for their 2019 income tax owed and one for their 2020 estimated tax payments.
Members of the military qualify for an additional extension of at least 180 days to file and pay taxes if either of the following situations apply: they serve in a combat zone, have qualifying service outside a combat zone, or they serve on deployment outside the United States away from their permanent duty station while participating in a contingency operation.
AARP Foundation Tax Aide program offers free assistance to Arkansas seniors filing their taxes online or by calling 888-OUR-AARP (888-687-2277).
Tax help is available 24 hours a day and 7 days a week on IRS.gov.
Information for filing state taxes can be found online on dfa.arkansas.gov/income-tax or by calling (501) 682-1100
Recently, the kids wanted to build a campfire and make smores outside, but I didn’t have any firewood. Plus, it has just been too hot for a fire. I would much rather make a campfire on a chilly October evening anyways. So, I decided I would improvise and make the kids mini smore pies. The kids absolutely loved them, and even asked the next night for the pies again. These were so easy and fast to assemble too. However, the best thing about this, there is literally no dishes to wash after making this dessert! Life can’t get any better than that. No dishes and chocolate goodness!
Ingredients:
1 Package of Mini Graham Cracker Pie Crusts (6 Count)
1 Package of Full-Size Hershey Chocolate Bars (6 Count)
1 Package of Mini Marshmallows
Directions:
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Place your mini pie crusts on a cookie sheet and fill each pie crust with half chocolate bar (break it up into squares) and top with mini marshmallows. Place smore pies in the oven for 2 minutes. Turn on your broiler settings and let your marshmallows on top lightly toast for about 1 minutes under the broiler. Be sure and kept watch. They could burn very easily if left too long under the strong heat. Once removed from the heat, they are ready to eat but be careful! They are hot! Enjoy!
Pictured is Katlynn Moore, Hope Rainwater, Jadelynn Wood, McKenzie Griffin, and Faith Rainwater pacing the perimeter of Mansfield City Lake Park.
It’s been a disturbingly long break from competitive athletics for many players across the country. Mansfield athletes have been no exception to the unusual delay in activity. Fortunately, the early days of July brought shades of normalcy back to most MHS cross country runners. Mansfield long-distance racers traditionally have a short break near the end of May when track season is completed. They do individual workouts through June. Then as Fourth of July vacations subside, the team meets up once again for group running sessions to start pre-season.
MHS cross country players space out and stretch before practice
This past week, Tiger long-distance training resumed its normal calendar as a sign that the extended break was over. Tiger and Lady Tiger runners showed a pep in their collective step as athletes from the middle school and high school rallied together for nightly runs at the Mansfield City Lake Park. “Of course the routine is a little different with health protocols and daily screenings,” Mansfield head coach John Mackey explained. “I sanitize any common area, check temperatures, ask screening questions, and hound them about social distancing. Then we get to do what we do best; run in the fresh open air.”
Darby Jones runs the shoreline at cross country practice
Around 20 participants have made the nightly sessions according to the coach. The group meets up on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays at 7 PM for the group runs around the lake park frontage. “It’s much cooler in the evenings and you get the occasional cross-breeze off the lake,” Mackey suggested. “So far the numbers are a little down from the past but the kids that are showing up are really responding to being active once again.”
Addison Bowman and Aidan Fildes
According to the coach, the first three days saw the group log nearly 200 miles of collective training. That includes the beginners that are starting out with moderate workloads of a half-mile to 1.5 miles a night. Experienced middle schoolers are ranging from 2.0 to 3.5 miles nightly. The older high school athletes have averaged around 4.5 miles per player per session. The senior girls have the largest troupe and the most experience in regular attendance. Five of the nine in regular attendance earned postseason honors last season as either All-Conference, All-Region, or All-Star players. Those five include McKenzie Griffin, Darby Jones, Katlynn Moore, Faith Rainwater, and Jadelynn Wood.
A segment of Mansfield cross country athletes warm-up
Also in the fold are rising contributors Hope Rainwater and Alyssa James. Both earned significant accomplishments in previous junior high seasons. Sophomores Cassidy Carlton and Lita Hecox strengthen the senior girls’ roster as well. Both have shown increased endurance with the move up in competitive distance. “If healthy, this unit looks to make a big splash in the new league,” Mackey maintained. “It’s a youthful group with no seniors. They have the drive and the confidence of a mature team seeking a special season.”
Laney Wood and Trinity Triska
Of Tiger men’s top four runners from a year ago, two return. Those include John Branche and Ashton Hinkle. Branche, an eleventh grader, is the most experienced Mansfield senior high boy runner for this year. Hinkle, a sophomore who moved up early onto the senior team last season as a freshman, earned an award for most miles in 2019. Jonah Martin, a seventh-grader, has joined the Tiger cross country team this summer. According to his new coach, the rookie runner was glad cooler temperatures welcomed his arrival into the details of long-distance racing.
Ashton Hinkle and John Branche
“We’ve lost some of the boys to football and other places,“ the coach confessed. “I’m confident in who we have regardless of circumstances.” So far the junior girls’ roster is lined with all eighth-graders. The list looks to add some incoming seventh graders to build depth, and hopefully draw from an athletic freshmen class for extra support. Trinity Triska and Laney Wood, the top two finishers of the Tom Stuthard Top 25 Southwest Regional as seventh graders in 2019, lead the pack again this season. Both earned All-District honors in the 3A Region 1 West conference a year ago and appear favorites in the new 2A-4 league this season.
Lita Hecox and Cassidy Carlton
Addison Bowman, Aidan Fildes, and Azlynn Stover have logged extra workouts in preparation for their second season of cross country. The trio were regulars in the June re-acclimatization workouts prior to the July team sessions. “We’re trying to encourage other runners to join,” the coach announced. “Now’s the time to give it a try. The summer is a relaxing time where each runner participates at their own level. Our cross country kids find success. Some have gone on to bigger stages even beyond high school. We’ve had cheerleaders, football kids, basketball players, volleyball, and regular track athletes find the experience rewarding. Our coaches have been good about sharing the same season athletes.”
Mansfield cross country practice is open to academically qualified athletes that have an up to date sports physical. Pre-season practices are currently being held at the Mansfield City Lake Park on the east end of Broadway Street on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays. Screenings and temperature checks take place at 7 PM at the big pavilion. Workouts run from 7:30 to 8:30 PM. New participants are welcome to attend.
