What an incredible season the Lavaca Lady Arrows Volleyball Team had! It’s hard to believe that the season has come to an end already. Today the Lady Arrows went as far as the season would allow. They did not get the results that they were hoping for today, but they should be very proud of the way they performed all season long.
Lavaca carved up the 2A west this year capturing a co-championship with Hackett. They dominated their District Tournament and were crowned District Champions. Then they rolled up the completion in the State Tournament, which sent them to the first State Championship game since 2008. They came up just short of their goal, falling to Crowley’s Ridge in 3 sets.
State runner-up is not what they wanted, but it is a great feat and they have nothing to hang their heads about. The school and community are proud of these ladies. Thank you Lady Arrows and coaching staff for the way you represented yourselves, LHS, and the City of Lavaca. To the Seniors, Hope Headley, Abby Glidewell, Hannah Parsons, Abrie Rainwater, and Morgan Taylor, you will be missed but have built a legacy that will follow. The leadership and heart you displayed this year will carry you far in whatever the future holds for you.
State Runner Up!!!
City of Waldron Welcomes Arvest Bank
By Tammy Moore Teague
The Waldron Chamber of Commerce was joined by Mayor Neil Cherry, city leaders, the Waldron High School marching band, cheerleaders and members of the community as they celebrated Arvest Bank’s grand opening.
The event was held on Friday afternoon, from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. The bank, located on the Highway 71 bypass, hosted the open house and provided hamburgers, hotdogs and cake. In addition to the Chamber’s ceremonial ribbon cutting, the high school band and cheerleaders also performed.
Amanda Falconer, Director of the Scott County Boys and Girls Club, accepted a $6,000 donation from Arvest Bank. Additionally, the bank donated $4,000 to the Scott County Senior Citizens Center.
*Photos courtesy of Sherry Johnston
Obituary – Floyd H. Smith (1935 – 2018)
Floyd H. Smith of Waldron, Arkansas passed from this life, Tuesday, October 23, 2018 in Waldron, Arkansas surrounded by his loving family. Floyd was born August 5, 1935 in Waldron, Arkansas to David and Permelia Jane (Arwood) Smith. Floyd was 83 years, 2 months and 18 days old.
Floyd loved playing and singing. As a young boy he taught himself to play the fiddle, guitar, banjo and mandolin. He enjoyed picking moss, hunting and fishing. He was always up to watch a good wrestling match. However, his most treasured time was being with family and having his grandchildren and great grandchildren around.
Floyd leaves behind to cherish his memory, his loving wife of 59 years, Wilma (Slater) Smith, his children: Diane Vaughn and husband Tony, Rema Wright, Jerry Smith and Brent Smith. Papa will forever remain in the hearts of his grandchildren: Jason, Jenny, Christine, Heath, Sarah, Ryan, Hannah, Bethany, Jacey, Emily, Jackson, Kerry and Angie, as well as 11 great grandchildren. Floyd will be missed by all that knew him and the many whose lives he impacted, including a host of extended family, friends, neighbors, and loved ones.
Floyd was preceded in death by his parents, David and Permelia Jane Smith, and his siblings: Carl Smith, Clyde Smith, Jess Arwood, Bill Arwood, RubyReed, Annie Cantrell, Minnie Cantrell and Beaulah McCullough and one grandson, Anthony Vaughn.
Floyd’s life celebration will be Saturday, October 27, 2018 at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron, Arkansas with Rev. Jerry Isham officiating. Interment will follow in the Lamb Cemetery near Waldron, Arkansas.
Floyd’s pallbearers will be Tony Vaughn, Scott Stark, Robert Slater, Donald Slater, Sam Slater and Ryan Smith. Honorary pallbearers will be Bill Lovett, Darvin Hutchens, Alvin Carnahan, Richard Morris, Bob Lovett, Jim Lovett and Hershal Lovett.
Floyd’s visitation will be Friday, October 26, 2018 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron, Arkansas.
You may leave words of comfort and remembrance for Floyd’s family by visiting: www.heritagememorialfh.com.
Obituary – James Gilbert (Jim) Gilchrist (1929 – 2018)
James Gilbert (Jim) Gilchrist of Waldron, Arkansas (formerly of Marshalltown, Iowa) died Tuesday, October 23, 2018 in Waldron, surrounded by loved ones. Jim was born May 23, 1929 in Los Angeles, California.
Jim married the love of his life, Joy Mae Stanley in 1950. Together they raised seven children. Jim worked for Lennox Industries as a draftsman and editor of the Engineering Handbook. After early retirement from Lennox, he worked at Fisher Controls as a market research analyst and forecaster. He retired from Fisher in 1992. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends.
Jim leaves behind his loving wife Joy and their children: James Jay Gilchrist, Michael Joseph Gilchrist, Joni Anne Gilchrist, Janet Marie Bierwirth, Marcia Jo Johnson, Maureen Ann Gummert and Mary Margaret Anderson, as well as many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Jim will be missed by all who knew him.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Elmer and Kathryn Wyome Gilchrist, and siblings Charles Ore and Katherine Luella.
Arrangements and cremation are being entrusted to Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas. For words of remembrance visit www.heritagememorialfh.com.
Arrow Community Working Together
I love how our community comes together to support each other. Tomorrow there was a scheduling conflict between our Lavaca Youth Football Homecoming event and the Arkansas State Volleyball Championship. Lavaca Youth Football was able to move things around to ensue that those from our community who wanted to attend both events were able to.Alanna Kagen posted this on Facebook this morning, “Ok parents and coaches, homecoming times have changed due to volleyball has made it to championship. (Congratulations to the volleyball players first of all!!!) Now 3/4 grade homecoming will start at 4:45 pm so I will need all 3/4 grade to be at the high school football field at 4:35/4:40 pm. 5/6 grade homecoming will start at 5:30 pm so I will need all 5/6 grade to be at the high school football field at 5:15/5:30 pm. This way it gives everyone a chance to go support our volleyball players in the championship and still come to homecoming. Thank you, Alanna Kagen”
The bridge between the School programs and the youth organizations is vital to the success of our programs, and the efforts and last minute adjustments are greatly appreciated by LHS. Felicia Owen had this to say in response, “On behalf of Lavaca High School and the Lady Arrows Volleyball Team, I want to thank the Lavaca Youth Football League for adjusting the 2018 homecoming ceremonies and Lavaca vs. Paris football games Saturday, October 27 to allow our town travel time for the state tournament. I sincerely hope the entire community will travel to Hot Springs for the Volleyball State Championship game and cheer on our Arrows! Let’s show the state our Golden Arrow Pride! 💜💛
Sincerely,
Felicia Owen, LHS Principal”
We at R22 News want to wish both the Lady Arrows and the Lavaca Youth Football program good luck tomorrow!
As Always,
GoArrows!!
Arrow Pride!!
Venison Chili Recipe
Hollie Sanders, facility manager at the Witt Stephens Jr. Central Arkansas Nature Center, has a fantastic recipe that warms the bones on chilly fall evenings. Best of all, it can be whipped up right alongside the campfire at deer camp in a traditional Dutch oven.
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Senior Night in Lavaca – Rivalry ingnites
Photo by Amanda Hall
Friday night match up between the Lavaca Arrows and the Hackett Hornets is sure to be a hard hitting, smash mouth war. The kind of football game you get with a budding rivalry face off at the end of the season. Hackett has beaten the Arrows in the last 2 seasons, which doesn’t sit well for the Arrows. Expect the Arrows to come out looking for a little payback.
It is also Senior Night for our Arrows. This senior class has not beaten Hackett since dropping to the 2A. Senior captain and middle linebacker Trevon (T-Man) Moore said that, “ The past two years since we picked up Hackett on our schedule, They have beaten us down harder than anyone. It will mean the world to us seniors to get some payback”
There is a lot at stake in this game. With a Lavaca win and a Mountainburg win, the Arrows would find themselves in a 3 way tie for second place. To add even more incentive to the mix, If the Arrows can win by at least 13 points they would win the tie breaker and lock up the 2 seed going into the playoffs. Needless to say, there is a lot more to play for than just the rivalry. However, one reason that this matchup is becoming a rivalry is because there seems to be a lot at stake every time these two meet.
Coach Schlinker is ready to take the field. He said, “ I am excited about our offensive game plan. Coach Coby Graves, our OC, has put together a great scheme for this weeks game.” Regarding Hackett he said,” They (Hackett) bring a lot of pressure. Our O-line has to be extremely disciplined. Defensively, we must contain their quarterback, and defend the play action pass.”
Pledge of Integrity: Following Press’ Golden Rule
By Tammy Moore Teague
Recently the area’s daily newspaper came out in support of one of the candidates for Sebastian County Judge. This is not a practice our publication will follow suit on. Naturally, each form of media has their own style and guidelines. However, we choose to follow the golden rule in journalism: We report the facts, you make the decision.
It is that rule which Resident 22 News will adhere too. One of which we take pride in following. Many times reporting on unpopular topics or ones that people are very opinionated about can be difficult. Certainly just because we work to be unbiased does not mean we do not have a personal opinion. Its a rule of professionalism, and a line I’ve personally drawn for myself over the years working at various news outlets. Even in an editorial setting, publications jeopardize their independence and integrity. Why pledge 364 days of unbiased reporting only to run political endorsements only days before?
We encourage you to vote and let your voice be heard. It’s a privilege to have a say in our government. Do your part and know that we will continue to do ours, report facts as we know them.
Waldron PD to Participate in Drug Take Back
By Tammy Moore Teague
The Waldron Police Department will participate in the 16th annual Arkansas Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, October 27 from 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. Officers from the Waldron Police Department will be at Harps Foods accepting unused, expired, or unwanted prescription medications. Please note that syringes, inhalers and ointments will not be accepted during the Drug Take Back Event.
The medications will be collected and sent to DEA for proper destruction. This event is part of a national effort to get prescription drugs safely gathered and destroyed. For more information, you can visit the official Drug Take Back website.
MMS 8th Grade Students of the Month for October
We would like to take a few minutes and recognize our 8th grade October 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.
Clint Stovall has been selected as the 8th grade student of the month for October for many different reasons. Clint is a positive leader and a student that is trusted by peers and teachers. Catelynn Gregory is our female student of the month. Catelynn is in her first year at Mansfield Middle School, but has earned the respect of her teachers by her tireless effort and tremendous attitude.
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 Clint and Catelynn.
Fun Facts about Clint and Catelynn
Clint Stovall Catelynn Gregory
Favorite Food: Lin Garden Chinese Favorite Food: Pizza
Favorite Subject: Math Favorite Subject: English
Hobbies: Sports and Fortnite Hobbies: Barrel Racing
Favorite Movie: Spiderman Homecoming Favorite Movie: Heartland
Favorite Book: I Survived Series Favorite Book: 13 Reasons Why
Embarrassing Moment: When I ripped my Pants in 7th grade doing lunges Embarrassing Moment: Getting a lunch detention
Happiest Moment: Dropping 16 kills is fortnite Happiest Moment: Barrel Racing
Future Aspirations: Be in the NBA Future Aspirations: Professional Barrel Racing
Favorite Color: Red Favorite Color: Light Blue
Funniest School Memory: Everyday is funny Funniest School Memory: Falling while running in the gym