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Bulldogs Making Baseball Look Easy

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Pictured is #6 Bulldog Seth Hunt

The Waldron Bulldogs swung full force into their baseball season like Evander Holyfield facing Muhammad Ali in a boxing match. The boys headed to Mena Tuesday night to take on the Bearcats in a wild extra-inning baseball game.

Within the first five innings, the score was held firmly in place with a 2-2 tie. Waldron and Mena were able to keep each other from scoring until the ninth inning when the Bearcats pulled away with two runs while the Bulldogs made one bringing the final score to 4-3 Mena.

Junior Seth Hunt made two runs and one hit while senior Tyler Owens made one run and two hits. Also securing one hit each for the Bulldogs was junior Carson Cain, sophomores Bryson Bailey, Drake Carnley, and Clayton Montgomery and freshman Blake Owens.

Pitching a great first game was Seth Hunt with 77 pitches striking out eight batters. Tyler Owens made 67 pitches striking out eight batters as well. And sophomore Braden Williams struck out one batter during his fifteen pitches.

The Bulldogs did a great job in their first game of proving that they are able to take the game as far as it needs to go without giving up. Waldron will stay home for their next game and host the De Queen Leopards on Friday, March 1 at 4 p.m.

Bulldog Archers Planning To Leave Their Mark At State

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Bulldog Archers Planning To Leave Their Mark At State

The Waldron Sr High and Jr High Bulldog Archery Team has waited an entire month for this day to come and after much anticipation, the day is finally here. On March 1-2, the Bulldog Archers will be representing Waldron in the State Tournament being held in Hot Springs.

Fifteen Jr High shooters and sixteen Sr High shooters will be present at the ANASP State competition to give it all they’ve got and attempt to bring home the Top Shot title in the process.

The Jr Archers will compete on Friday, March 1 with two shooting times. Flight 1 will shoot at 9 am and Flight 3 will shoot at 11 am. The awards ceremony will take place at 4:30 p.m.

The Sr Archers will compete in Flight 1 and will shoot at 9:30 a.m on Saturday, March 2. Their awards ceremony will take place at 2 p.m.

The Bulldogs invite everyone to make the short drive to Hot Springs to show their support for these incredibly talented Archers.

Waldron Jr High Arrow Dogs will their medals from Regionals

Mansfield Tigers Aiming For The Fences

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The Mansfield Tigers got their baseball season underway Tuesday night when they batted off against the Lamar Warriors. Although the first game of the year ended with a 2-0 loss, the Tigers aren’t letting it rattle their cages.

Senior Hunter Willsey pitched a good game, striking out ten batters in five innings. Sophomore Hayden Henson stepped in to pitch one inning, striking out one batter. And seniors Seth Fudge and Tyler Watkins delivered one hit each for the Tigers.

Head Coach for the Mansfield boys’ team, Bryan McKay, said this about the Tigers first game, “We struggled at the plate all night only having 2 hits. We will have to continue to work hard and get better.”

The Mansfield Tigers will get to face the Hornets at Hackett on Friday, March 1 at 4:30 p.m.

Lady Dogs “Steal” The Win

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Megan Hecox

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There’s nothing soft about the Lady Bulldogs Softball Team. These girls know that if they want to earn a win, they have to work hard and get dirty. And that’s just what they did Tuesday night against the Mena Lady Bearcats.

Sitting at a 2-2 tie in the first inning, Waldron was able to hold Mena to only one more run in the third inning. By the fifth inning, the Lady Bulldogs knocked out three more runs ending the game with a much deserved 5-3 win.

Leading her team in batting was junior Bayleigh Lipham with three out of three. Sophomore pitcher Ashton Young hit three out of four. Senior Whitney Richmond and sophomore Rheagan Sanford both hit two out of four. And batting one out of four was senior Mackinzie Callahan, freshman Ashtyn Moore, and junior Taylor Stacy.

Head Coach, Bailey Moore, explains her Lady Bulldogs road to victory, “We were finally able to find some gaps and put hits in play with runners on! We only had 3 fielding errors and even a few of those we made a play out of. We took them 3 up 3 down in the 7th to finish the game!”

“We play Springhill for the first game at Ashdown. We don’t know much about them or the teams they have played before so we are going to prepare for anything and be ready to face the challenge!”

The Waldron Lady Bulldogs will play next in the Ashdown Tournament on Friday, March 1 at 5:30 p.m.

Avoid Spring Break Boredom with a Trip to the Nature Center

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Avoid Spring Break Boredom with a Trip to the Nature Center

With area school’s upcoming spring break, parents are already making plans to combat spring break boredom. Adults and children alike will enjoy a trip to The Janet Huckabee Arkansas River Valley Nature Center!

The Janet Huckabee Arkansas River Valley Nature Center offers recreational and educational programming for people of all ages. Along with daily, weekly and monthly events, the center offers specialized programs suitable for any nature enthusiast. One of many fun and informative sessions is sure to interest you.

Refer to this schedule when you plan your next trip to the nature center. One of their many fun and informative sessions are sure to interest you.

Regularly Scheduled Programs

Daily 2 p.m. Critter Crunch Animal Feeding

Friday snake feeding

Saturday fish feeding in the large aquarium

*For the rest of the week, stop by to see which surprise critter is having lunch.

Weekly

Friday – 3:45 p.m. Nature Break – Join the nature center staff for a 30-minute nature activity for 3- to 7-year-olds.

Saturday – 10 a.m.
Guided Hike – A member of the education staff will lead a hike. Dress for the weather and don’t forget your camera.

Saturday – noon-2 p.m.
Canoe/Kayak Program – Staff members will assist boaters on Wells Lake. A parent or guardian must accompany children. Participants are required to wear life jackets, which are provided. This activity is weather-permitting and will not be available December-February. (Canoe and kayak check-outs, on your own, are available Tuesday-Thursday during summer, from 8:30 until 3 p.m.)

Saturday – 3 p.m.
Laser Shot – Think you’re a deadeye? Sharpen your hunting skills with a computer program similar to a video game, complete with laser gun. This activity is dependent on the availability of the multipurpose room.

Sunday – 2:30 p.m.
Archery – A beginner’s guide to archery. We provide bows, arrows, safety tips and instruction.

They offer many special events, workshops, and special programs as well. Please go to their calendar for more information.

Available for Check-out

Binoculars – Daily until 3 p.m.
Hiking Bags – Daily until 3 p.m.
Canoe/Kayaks – Tuesday – Thursday 8:30 a.m. until 3 p.m.
Loaner Tackle – Daily until 3 p.m.

Take a Hike

The center has six different trails, each having a unique theme or focus. The two most popular right now are the Field and Forest Trail and the Oak Savannah Trail. Click on the links below for scripts that include detailed educational information for each of these two trails. Allow 45 minutes for each hike.

Signs of Wildlife Outdoor Scavenger Hunt

Print and make copies of the scavenger hunt list, and bring them out to the nature center with you on your visit. They recommend an hour for the scavenger hunt. This scavenger hunt is suitable for most grade levels.

Outdoor Scavenger Hunt

Exhibit Hall Indoor Scavenger Hunt

Print and make copies of the exhibit scavenger hunt, and bring them out to the nature center with you on your visit. The education staff has created two scavenger hunts. One is a simple search and find the animal hunt for younger students, and the other is a more detailed hunt for older students to look for information about the Arkansas River Valley. Allow one hour for this hunt.

Indoor Scavenger Hunt

Questions or Concerns? We Wanna Hear From YOU!

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Questions or Concerns? We Wanna Hear From YOU!

We at Resident Press, pride ourselves in having our finger on the pulse of our community. In order to do that, we must continually be in touch with our county and city officials, school administrators and residents.

However, we want to know if there is something going on, that perhaps we don’t know about. Or, if you have concerns or questions, we want to know about that too!

We’ve made it easy for you to be in contact with us! You can submit letters to the editor, or email us directly –HERE.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Local Schools Celebrate Read Across America

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Tammy Teague

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Local Schools Celebrate Read Across America

An estimated 45 million educators, parents and students across the U.S. will participate in Read Across America events this year. Local schools including Mansfield and Hackett as well as the Lavaca Library are participating.

Read Across America Day is celebrated on March 2ⁿ, the birthday of author Ted Geisel, a/k/a Dr. Seuss. Since Read Across America Day falls on a Saturday this year, students and educators nationwide will celebrate on Friday, March 1.

The Lavaca Library will host a Dr. Seuss birthday bash tomorrow, February 28 at 11 a.m. The library will celebrate with story time, coloring and crafts.

The Hackett Elementary School had Dr. Seuss themed days. Monday was “Cat in the Hat,” students wore their favorite hat. Tuesday was “Fox in Sox,” and students wore crazy socks. Wednesday was “One Fish, Two Fish Red Fish, Blue Fish” and students wore red and/or blue. Thursday is “Green Eggs and Ham,” students should wear something green and Friday is “I Can Read with my Eyes Shut,” and students should wear something with words on it.

At Mansfield members of the community like Mayor Buddy Black and City Recorder/Treasurer Becky Walker visited students and read to them. The kids listened attentively as the city leaders read stories like “Oh, the Places You’ll Go.”

Adults and children alike have enjoyed the fun filled, animated week celebrating Read Across America.

Obituary – Clarence Everett Strong (1947 – 2019)

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Obituary – Clarence Everett Strong (1947 – 2019)

Clarence Everett Strong of Booneville, Arkansas passed from this life, Monday, February 25, 2019 in Ft. Smith, Arkansas. Clarence was born December 14, 1947 to John A. Strong and Marie A. (Bryant) Strong in Lake City, Arkansas. He was 71 years, 2 months and 11 days old.

Clarence proudly served in the United States Army during the Korean War and the Vietnam War. He enjoyed tinkering with mechanic work and building stuff. His loved his family and he was very fond of his dog.

Clarence leaves behind to cherish his memory, one daughter, Chastity Strong, three sons, Mark Churchman, Everett Strong and Steven and Chantal Strong. Clarence will forever remain in the hearts of grandchildren. Clarence is also survived by three sisters, Irene Preston, Helen Cockerill and Bernice Ford. Clarence will be missed by all that knew him and the many whose lives he impacted including numerous nieces and nephews, neighbors, friends and loved ones.

Clarence is preceded in death by his wife, Marie McCubbin Strong, his parents, John Strong and Marie Bryant, two sons: B.J. Strong and Barry Strong, and his siblings: Ray, Norman, Freddy, Tom, Johnny, John, Joe, Bruce, Maxine, Imagene, Shirley, Ruth Ann and Billie and one grandson, Thomas.

Clarence’s graveside life celebration will be Thursday, February 28, 2019 at Ware Chapel Cemetery near Scranton, Arkansas. Interment will follow. Arrangements are being entrusted to Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas.

Clarence’s pallbearers will be Mark Churchman, Everett Strong, Steven Strong, Wayne Preston, Jason Phillips and Roy LaRue.

Clarence’s visitation will be Thursday, February 28, from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron, Arkansas.

You may leave words of remembrance for Clarence’s family by visiting: www.herit agememorialfh.com .

MMS 6th Grade SOTM for January

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We would like to take a few minutes and recognize our 6^th grade January students of the month. Teachers nominated a male and female student for their hard work and positive attitude that they have displayed throughout this current school year. We would like to congratulate Konner Fletcher for being selected as our 6^th grade male January student of the month. He has been chosen by his teachers for his great attitude and leadership skills he personifies throughout the school day. Ashely Martin is our 6^th Grade January female student of the month. She continues to work hard every day and sets a good example for all of her peers to follow.

We are extremely proud to have such great students at Mansfield Middle School and we are even more encouraged by the presence their parents are making in their life. Each student continues to lead their peers by positive examples and we will be saddened by the day these two young people move to the high school. Congratulations Konner and Ashely our male and female students of the month.

Konner Fletcher

Favorite Food: Chicken Sandwich

Favorite Subject: Social Studies

Hobbies: Talking with friends and playing wall ball

Favorite Movie: Not sure

Favorite Book: Dear Austin

Embarrassing Moment: Tripping

Happiest Moment: Getting out for summer

Future Aspirations: Getting a good job

Favorite Color: Blue

Funniest School Memory: Messing around with friends

Ashley Martin

Favorite Food: Ribs

Favorite Subject: Science

Hobbies: Golf and Singing

Favorite Movie: Signs….. for now

Favorite Book: Hiding in the Light

Embarrassing Moment: Starting laughing out of nowhere in class

Happiest Moment: When I won 3^rd place in the talent show and every time I was with my mom & more

Future Aspirations: Golf and singer

Favorite Color: Dark Purple, Park Red, Royal Blue, and White

Funniest School Memory: When my friend fell on her face and more.

MMS 7th Grade SOTM for January

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We would like to take a few minutes and recognize our 7^th grade January students of the month. Teachers nominated a male and female student for their hard work and positive attitude that they have displayed throughout this current school year. Zach Hayslip has been selected as the 7^th grade student of the month for January for many different reasons. Zach has been chosen by his teachers for his great attitude and work ethic. Ally McClain is the 7^th January female student of the month. Ally continues to work hard every day and sets a good example for all of her peers to follow.

We are extremely proud to have such great students at Mansfield Middle School and we are even more encouraged by the presence their parents are making in their life. Each student continues to lead their peers by positive examples and we will be saddened by the day these two young people move to the high school. Congratulations Ally and Zach.

Fun Facts about Zach Hayslip and Ally McClain

Zach Hayslip

Favorite Food: Steak

Favorite Subject: Math

Hobbies: Video Games and sports

Favorite Movie: Marvel Infinity War

Favorite Book: Island by Gordan Korman

Embarrassing Moment: When Mr. Brewer threw an orange at me.

Happiest Moment: When I dodged the orange Mr. Brewer threw at me.

Future Aspirations: To be a college athlete

Favorite Color: Red

Funniest School Memory: When Mr. Brewer threw an orange at me.

Ally McClain

Favorite Food: Pasta

Favorite Subject: Math

Hobbies: Writing and playing with cats

Favorite Movie: It (2017)

Favorite Book: A Tree Grows In Brooklyn

Embarrassing Moment: When I fall, it happens a lot

Happiest Moment: When I make someone smile

Future Aspirations: Therapist

Favorite Color: Yellow

Funniest School Memory: I called someone uncultured swing and made the class laugh.

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Regularly Scheduled Programs

Available for Check-out

Take a Hike

Signs of Wildlife Outdoor Scavenger Hunt

Exhibit Hall Indoor Scavenger Hunt

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