WIN A $1,OOO.00 SCHOLARSHIP
THE MENA REGIONAL HEALTH SYSTEM IS AWARDING A $1000 SCHOLARSHIP THIS SPRING TO A STUDENT ENROLLED IN A PROGRAM FOR A REGISTERED NURSE DEGREE, A LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE DEGREE OR A BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING DEGREE WHO HAS MAINTAINED A 3.0 GRADE AVERAGE OR ABOVE. THE FORMS CAN BE PICKED UP AT THE HOSPITAL. THE DEADLINE TO APPLY IS APRIL 15, 2012.
SOLES4SOULS
Mena Middle School EAST students collected over 250 pairs of shoes in their Soles4Souls shoe drive project. They are helping states that were hit by The tornados across America last month as well as hundreds of countries globally. After finding out that Soles4Souls was also the national service project for FCCLA, both groups collaborated and the Mena FCCLA delivered the shoes to their state convention in Conway, AR. Mena donated over 10% of The total shoes collected at the convention. Pictured: MMS 8th grade EAST students Mike Medford and Caleigh Talamantez packing up the shoes.
Mena Middle School EAST receives Superior rating at National EAST Partnership Conference
The students designed a Booth, Presentation, and prepared a Conference Program Overview as a snapshot for the judge's view on how well each program is impacting its community.
Students representing Mena Middle School were: Elizabeth Baker, Macy Brotherton, Brooke Hines, Payson Law, Lexi Brooks, McKinzy McGee, Zak Terwilliger, Ryan Thomas, and Kaylyn Wells. The students are facilitated by Tyra Hobson. The theme this year was “Innovation Generation”. McKinzy McGee and Ryan Thomas presented to the judges. The students highlighted the projects that they have worked on this year, such as the Homecoming Corsages, Christmas Joy, Yearbook, Soles4Souls, and numerous others. The EAST Conference is an annual gathering of over 2000 EAST students, teachers, parents, community and business leaders from more than 100 communities across America.
The Conference spans 3 days and includes an exhibition hall showcasing student service projects, breakout sessions on the latest in technology, an awards banquet, and much more!
The students participated in training sessions with topics including stop motion animation, CAD, GPS and GIS, digital photography, Adobe Creative Suite, and Augmented and Virtual Reality.
“A Moment in Time” was shared at the conference. It is the emotional account beginning the day of the April 9, 2009 tornado and documents the changes MMS went through until we returned back to Mena in our new school. We received a $10,000 upgrade grant this year.
Students researched what would be most beneficial to the classroom, school, and community and decided on virtual and augmented reality software. Payson Law is creating a virtual tour of our school for a new student orientation tool and to assist in planning for school safety procedures and evacuation plans. EAST Students have used the augmented reality to teach lessons in our science classes on the human body and the solar system. Ryan Thomas has created a 3D model of our school and placed it in the 3D Warehouse in Google. He is communicating with Google because is difficult to place items in our area in Google Earth because of our terrain. Our National Service Project this year was Energy Education. The purpose of Energy Education is to lower our community’s energy bills and raise awareness of living more energy efficient. We worked with Rich Mountain Electric Coop and are educating the community on how to conserve energy and money by using the Home Energy Suite link on the Rich Mountain Electric Coop’s website.
Movie Night at the Rich Mountain Nursing home has probably made the largest impact on our students. We served popcorn, cokes, candy, and cookies while watching The Help.
Other school projects that these EAST students have worked on this year are QR codes in the classroom, and Elizabeth Baker has created a Bearcat App that can be downloaded on any android smartphone. EAST, which stands for Environmental and Spatial Technology, is based on the belief that students can go well beyond what has ever been expected when given the proper learning atmosphere, appropriate tools and resources, access to real-world problems and support. EAST is a vibrant class that stresses real world application to the traditional school learning. The class is structured around students taking on specific projects that can help their schools and communities. Conference Team Pictured L to R: Macy Brotherton, Lexi Brooks, McKinzy McGee, Zak Terwilliger, Brooke Hines, Elizabeth Baker, Ryan Thomas, Payson Law, Tyra Hobson, Kaylyn Wells.
Mena Middle School EAST students receive a superior rating at the 2012 National EAST Partnership Conference at the Hot Springs Convention Center.
Students representing Mena Middle School were: Elizabeth Baker, Macy Brotherton, Brooke Hines, Payson Law, Lexi Brooks, McKinzy McGee, Zak Terwilliger, Ryan Thomas, and Kaylyn Wells. The students are facilitated by Tyra Hobson. The theme this year was “Innovation Generation”. McKinzy McGee and Ryan Thomas presented to the judges. The students highlighted the projects that they have worked on this year, such as the Homecoming Corsages, Christmas Joy, Yearbook, Soles4Souls, and numerous others. The EAST Conference is an annual gathering of over 2000 EAST students, teachers, parents, community and business leaders from more than 100 communities across America.
The Conference spans 3 days and includes an exhibition hall showcasing student service projects, breakout sessions on the latest in technology, an awards banquet, and much more!
The students participated in training sessions with topics including stop motion animation, CAD, GPS and GIS, digital photography, Adobe Creative Suite, and Augmented and Virtual Reality.
“A Moment in Time” was shared at the conference. It is the emotional account beginning the day of the April 9, 2009 tornado and documents the changes MMS went through until we returned back to Mena in our new school. We received a $10,000 upgrade grant this year.
Students researched what would be most beneficial to the classroom, school, and community and decided on virtual and augmented reality software. Payson Law is creating a virtual tour of our school for a new student orientation tool and to assist in planning for school safety procedures and evacuation plans. EAST Students have used the augmented reality to teach lessons in our science classes on the human body and the solar system. Ryan Thomas has created a 3D model of our school and placed it in the 3D Warehouse in Google. He is communicating with Google because is difficult to place items in our area in Google Earth because of our terrain. Our National Service Project this year was Energy Education. The purpose of Energy Education is to lower our community’s energy bills and raise awareness of living more energy efficient. We worked with Rich Mountain Electric Coop and are educating the community on how to conserve energy and money by using the Home Energy Suite link on the Rich Mountain Electric Coop’s website.
Movie Night at the Rich Mountain Nursing home has probably made the largest impact on our students. We served popcorn, cokes, candy, and cookies while watching The Help.
Other school projects that these EAST students have worked on this year are QR codes in the classroom, and Elizabeth Baker has created a Bearcat App that can be downloaded on any android smartphone. EAST, which stands for Environmental and Spatial Technology, is based on the belief that students can go well beyond what has ever been expected when given the proper learning atmosphere, appropriate tools and resources, access to real-world problems and support. EAST is a vibrant class that stresses real world application to the traditional school learning. The class is structured around students taking on specific projects that can help their schools and communities. Conference Team Pictured L to R: Macy Brotherton, Lexi Brooks, McKinzy McGee, Zak Terwilliger, Brooke Hines, Elizabeth Baker, Ryan Thomas, Payson Law, Tyra Hobson, Kaylyn Wells.
Mena Middle School EAST students receive a superior rating at the 2012 National EAST Partnership Conference at the Hot Springs Convention Center.
3 ARRESTED
POLICE ARRESTED 3 SUSPECTS OVERNIGHT IN CONNECTION WITH THE BURGLARY SUNDAY EVENING(MARCH 25TH) ON 8TH STREET. THE SUSPECTS ENTERED THE HOME WHILE THE RESIDENTS SLEPT AND MADE OFF WITH SEVERAL ELECTRONICS. POLICE ARE ALSO INVESTIGATING A WEAPON STOLEN FROM A HOME ON VIOLET STREET IN MENA, ASSISTANT MENA POLICE CHIEF ED GIBSON TOLD K.E.N.A. NEWS WEDNESDAY(MARCH 28TH) MORNING. RESIDENTS ARE REMINDED TO LOCK YOUR DOORS BEFORE GOING TO BED. (ORIGINAL STORY BELOW)
ASSISTANT MENA POLICE CHIEF ED GIBSON TOLD KENA NEWS THERE WAS A BREAK IN AT AN 8TH STREET HOME SUNDAY EVENING WHILE THE RESIDENTS WERE ASLEEP. APPARENTLY THE FRONT DOOR WAS LEFT UNLOCKED. THE INTRUDER(S) MADE OFF WITH ELECTRONICS INCLUDING: A BIG SCREEN TV, A COMPUTER, COMPUTER GAMES AND A CAMERA. JOE AND AMANDA WEBB WHO WERE ASLEEP UPSTAIRS IN THEIR HOME WOKE UP MONDAY MORNING AROUND 630AM TO FIND THE HOUSE HAD BEEN ROBBED. THEY NOTIFIED THE POLICE DEPARTMENT. IF YOU KNOW ANYTHING ABOUT THIS YOU ARE ENCOURAGED TO CALL THE MENA POLICE DEPARTMENT AT 394-6225.
ASSISTANT MENA POLICE CHIEF ED GIBSON TOLD KENA NEWS THERE WAS A BREAK IN AT AN 8TH STREET HOME SUNDAY EVENING WHILE THE RESIDENTS WERE ASLEEP. APPARENTLY THE FRONT DOOR WAS LEFT UNLOCKED. THE INTRUDER(S) MADE OFF WITH ELECTRONICS INCLUDING: A BIG SCREEN TV, A COMPUTER, COMPUTER GAMES AND A CAMERA. JOE AND AMANDA WEBB WHO WERE ASLEEP UPSTAIRS IN THEIR HOME WOKE UP MONDAY MORNING AROUND 630AM TO FIND THE HOUSE HAD BEEN ROBBED. THEY NOTIFIED THE POLICE DEPARTMENT. IF YOU KNOW ANYTHING ABOUT THIS YOU ARE ENCOURAGED TO CALL THE MENA POLICE DEPARTMENT AT 394-6225.
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LET EVERYONE KNOW HOW CUTE YOUR PRECIOUS PET IS:) THE UNION BANK PURPLE ONIONS ARE HAVING A CUTEST PET PHOTO CONTEST. BRING A PICTURE OF YOUR PET TO THE MAIN BANK IN MENA, ALONG WITH A CONTAINER FOR DONATIONS. THE TOP 3 MONEY RAISERS AND THEIR OWNERS WILL RECEiVE A SPECIAL PRIZE. THE CONTEST ENDS MARCH 31ST. WINNERS WILL BE NOTIFIED APRIL 2ND. ALL THE PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE RELAY FOR LIFE .
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LET EVERYONE KNOW HOW CUTE YOUR PRECIOUS PET IS:) THE UNION BANK PURPLE ONIONS ARE HAVING A CUTEST PET PHOTO CONTEST. BRING A PICTURE OF YOUR PET TO THE MAIN BANK IN MENA, ALONG WITH A CONTAINER FOR DONATIONS. THE TOP 3 MONEY RAISERS AND THEIR OWNERS WILL RECEiVE A SPECIAL PRIZE. THE CONTEST ENDS MARCH 31ST. WINNERS WILL BE NOTIFIED APRIL 2ND. ALL THE PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE RELAY FOR LIFE . |
WEEEEEEEEEEEI AM SO CUTE |
ACORN STUDENTS OF THE MONTH (MARCH)
THE ACORN HIGH SCHOOL FACULTY CHOSE THE FOLLOWING STUDENTS FOR MARCH:
7TH GRADE: MATT DAVIS.
8TH GRADE:CATELYN REYNOLDS.
9TH GRADE:TARA WARRINGTON.
10TH GRADE:DESTINY MORAN.
11TH GRADE:LYDA RYAN.
12TH GRADE:MICHAELA OGLESBY.
STUDENTS RECEIVE AN ACADEMIC PLAQUE AND HAVE THEIR LUNCHED FURNISHED BY SIMPLE SIMON’S PIZZA OF MENA.
7TH GRADE: MATT DAVIS.
8TH GRADE:CATELYN REYNOLDS.
9TH GRADE:TARA WARRINGTON.
10TH GRADE:DESTINY MORAN.
11TH GRADE:LYDA RYAN.
12TH GRADE:MICHAELA OGLESBY.
STUDENTS RECEIVE AN ACADEMIC PLAQUE AND HAVE THEIR LUNCHED FURNISHED BY SIMPLE SIMON’S PIZZA OF MENA.
ACORN HIGH HONOR ROLL
ACORN HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCED THE 3RD NINE WEEKS HONOR ROLL.
THE STUDENTS WITH ALL A’S ARE:
7TH GRADE:SHAWN GOSS, MORGAN FAGAN AND JOSH STAGGS.
9TH GRADE:CHERISH ROBERTSON.
11TH GRADE:MEGHANN ANGLIN.
12TH GRADE:CATHY BEAVER, TIFFANY BAYNE, BRITTANY DULANEY, ABY
GUTIERRREZ, ABBY JACKSON, KATELYN STAGGS, COURTNEY WETHERINGTON, TAYLOR WILHITE AND DAWN VIERA. CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL THE STUDENTS WHO ACHIEVED ALL A’S THROUGH HARD WORK AND FOCUS!
THE STUDENTS WITH ALL A’S ARE:
7TH GRADE:SHAWN GOSS, MORGAN FAGAN AND JOSH STAGGS.
9TH GRADE:CHERISH ROBERTSON.
11TH GRADE:MEGHANN ANGLIN.
12TH GRADE:CATHY BEAVER, TIFFANY BAYNE, BRITTANY DULANEY, ABY
GUTIERRREZ, ABBY JACKSON, KATELYN STAGGS, COURTNEY WETHERINGTON, TAYLOR WILHITE AND DAWN VIERA. CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL THE STUDENTS WHO ACHIEVED ALL A’S THROUGH HARD WORK AND FOCUS!
TO BE HONORED
Two Oden students were selected as finalists from 896 Arkansas upper elementary entries in the Letters about Literature annual contest in which students write to authors connecting books to their lives. Sydney Philpot (5th grade) and Kyra Armstrong(4th grade) are to be honored at the Old State House in a ceremony on April 14th.
SOLES4SOULS
Mena Middle School EAST students collected over 250 pairs of shoes in their Soles4Souls shoe drive project. They are helping states that were hit by The tornados across America last month as well as hundreds of countries globally. After finding out that Soles4Souls was also the national service project for FCCLA, both groups collaborated and the Mena FCCLA delivered the shoes to their state convention in Conway, AR. Mena donated over 10% of The total shoes collected at the convention. Pictured: MMS 8th grade EAST students Mike Medford and Caleigh Talamantez packing up the shoes.
SOLAR DESIGN WINNER
Mena Middle School EAST student Jodeci Ingloglia received 2nd Prize Junior Division and $200 cash for his entry in the ASSET Initiative - Solar Design Competition at the EAST Conference March 14, 2012.
The purpose of this project competition was to design and construct a functional, model greenhouse and explain how the design can benefit a community. Jodeci, 7th grade MMS EAST student, designed a greenhouse using a fish tank model in Google SketchUp. "I took an old fish tank and rigged a wire to a light bulb and put dirt in the bottom of the tank where you plant the seeds. I created a model of a storeable green house that will save people money and fit in any apartment or small space so people will get free food and the extra money saved can be spent on their bills and things like that." With the cost of food going up many families are struggling to buy groceries. Some have begun to reach back into our nation’s farming roots by growing their own produce, but not everyone has a yard big enough to grow food.
ASSET Initiative (a National Science Foundation EPSCoR project administered by the Arkansas Science & Technology Authority) asked EAST students to design and construct miniature greenhouses that families can use to grow food at home year-round. Jodeci had to take in to consideration that some families live in apartments, some families have yards but don’t have good access to natural light. It also had to be space efficient, cost-effective, productive and earth-friendly. Thanks to generous EAST supporters, each year several thousand dollars worth of software, services and awards are given to outstanding student projects and EAST programs. By sponsoring and hosting an Application Showcase, these supporters help demonstrate the incredible skills that EAST students possess and the impact they make on their communities.
(Pictured Above): Tyra Hobson, MMS EAST Facilitator giving Jodeci Ingoglia his certificate and check from the ASSET Iniative.
The purpose of this project competition was to design and construct a functional, model greenhouse and explain how the design can benefit a community. Jodeci, 7th grade MMS EAST student, designed a greenhouse using a fish tank model in Google SketchUp. "I took an old fish tank and rigged a wire to a light bulb and put dirt in the bottom of the tank where you plant the seeds. I created a model of a storeable green house that will save people money and fit in any apartment or small space so people will get free food and the extra money saved can be spent on their bills and things like that." With the cost of food going up many families are struggling to buy groceries. Some have begun to reach back into our nation’s farming roots by growing their own produce, but not everyone has a yard big enough to grow food.
ASSET Initiative (a National Science Foundation EPSCoR project administered by the Arkansas Science & Technology Authority) asked EAST students to design and construct miniature greenhouses that families can use to grow food at home year-round. Jodeci had to take in to consideration that some families live in apartments, some families have yards but don’t have good access to natural light. It also had to be space efficient, cost-effective, productive and earth-friendly. Thanks to generous EAST supporters, each year several thousand dollars worth of software, services and awards are given to outstanding student projects and EAST programs. By sponsoring and hosting an Application Showcase, these supporters help demonstrate the incredible skills that EAST students possess and the impact they make on their communities.
(Pictured Above): Tyra Hobson, MMS EAST Facilitator giving Jodeci Ingoglia his certificate and check from the ASSET Iniative.
WIN CIRCUS FAMILY FOR A DAY
THE KELLY MILLER CIRCUS IS COMING TO MENA APRIL 4TH. K.E.N.A. WANTS TO SEND YOUR FAMILY TO THE CIRCUS AS OUR GUESTS. THE WINNER OF THE K.E.N.A. CIRCUS FAMILY FOR A DAY WILL GET ADMISSION FOR UP TO 6 PEOPLE AND GUEST BUTTONS TO WEAR, PREFERRED SEATING AND A FREE COUPON BOOK FULL OF COUPONS FOR COTTON CANDY, SNOW CONE AND POPCORN AND SOFT DRINK. KIDS WILL GET A COLORING BOOK. THE CIRCUS BUTTONS WILL ALLOW THE KIDS TO RIDE PONIES OR JUMP IN THE MOON BOUNCE AND HAVE ELEPHANT RIDES. JUST FAX OR EMAIL A LETTER EXPLAINING WHY YOU WOULD MAKE THE BEST CIRCUS FAMILY FOR A DAY. OUR FAX NUMBER IS 394-1459 OR EMAIL TO MENARADIO@AOL.COM OR YOU CAN DROP IT OFF AT THE K.E.N.A. STUDIO. MARCH 30TH IS THE DEADLINE TO ENTER.
EASTERN EGG HUNT
GET READY KIDS!!! THE HATFIELD LIONS CLUB HAS THEIR ANNUAL EASTER EGG HUNT THIS SATURDAY
(3-31) AT THE HATFIELD LION'S CLUB HOUSE IN HATFIELD.
(3-31) AT THE HATFIELD LION'S CLUB HOUSE IN HATFIELD.
COWBOY COLLEGE
DON’T MISS YOUR CHANCE TO GO TO COWBOY COLLEGE HOSTED BY THE POLK COUNTY CATTLEMEN'S ASSOCIATION ON SATURDAY MARCH 31ST FROM 9AM TO 2PM AT THE RAYMOND FALLS FARM LOCATED AT 214 POLK 180 IN MENA. THERE WILL BE A HAMBURGER LUNCH WITH ALL THE FIXXINS PROVIDED BY THE FARM CREDIT OF WESTERN ARKANSAS. THERE WILL BE OVER 10 DEMONSTRATIONS BY UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS COOPERATIVE EXTENSION AND LOCAL CATTLEMEN. PLEASE CALL 479-394-6018 BY MARCH 27TH TO PREREGISTER. EVERYONE IS WELCOME. FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL DUANE WEBB AT THE POLK COUNTY EXTENSION OFFICE AT (479)-243-3576.
FAMILY 4 WHEELER RIDE
THE MENA FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH FAMILY INVITES YOU TO BE PART OF THE AN EXCITING FAMILY OUTING (A 4 WHEELER FAMILY RIDE) ON WOLF PEN GAP THIS SATURDAY, MARCH 31ST. JUST CALL THE CHURCH OFFICE AT 394-2541 BY THIS FRIDAY, MARCH 30TH SO WE CAN PREPARE ENOUGH FOOD FOR THE FREE LUNCH PROVIDED.
EVERYONE WILL MEET AT MENA'S FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH AT 811 PORT ARTHUR AVENUE AT 9AM TO CARAVAN WITH OUR 4 WHEELERS OUT TO THE BAPTIST CAMP GROUNDS NEAR WOLF PEN GAP WHERE THE RIDE WILL BEGIN. LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED AND SERVED AT THE CAMPGROUNDS. THERE ARE NO COSTS OTHER THAN YOU PROVIDING FOR OWN 4 WHEELER NEEDS. THE RIDE WILL CONCLUDE BY 2:30PM.
COME JOIN IN THE FAMILY FUN. PLAN TO ATTEND BY CALLING THE MENA FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OFFICE AT 394-2541 BY FRIDAY, MARCH 30TH TO REGISTER FOR THE FREE LUNCH.
EVERYONE WILL MEET AT MENA'S FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH AT 811 PORT ARTHUR AVENUE AT 9AM TO CARAVAN WITH OUR 4 WHEELERS OUT TO THE BAPTIST CAMP GROUNDS NEAR WOLF PEN GAP WHERE THE RIDE WILL BEGIN. LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED AND SERVED AT THE CAMPGROUNDS. THERE ARE NO COSTS OTHER THAN YOU PROVIDING FOR OWN 4 WHEELER NEEDS. THE RIDE WILL CONCLUDE BY 2:30PM.
COME JOIN IN THE FAMILY FUN. PLAN TO ATTEND BY CALLING THE MENA FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OFFICE AT 394-2541 BY FRIDAY, MARCH 30TH TO REGISTER FOR THE FREE LUNCH.
CAR WASH SATURDAY
THE 2012 SENIOR CLASS WILL BE HAVING A CAR WASH THIS SATURDAY, MARCH 31ST FROM 8AM TO
230PM AT SPLASH CAR WASH ON HWY 71. ALL DONATIONS ARE WELCOMED TO HELP RAISE MONEY FOR AFTER PROM ACTIVITIES. SO PLEASE COME OUT AND SUPPORT THE KIDS TO HAVE A SAFE AND FUN TIME AFTER THE PROM.
230PM AT SPLASH CAR WASH ON HWY 71. ALL DONATIONS ARE WELCOMED TO HELP RAISE MONEY FOR AFTER PROM ACTIVITIES. SO PLEASE COME OUT AND SUPPORT THE KIDS TO HAVE A SAFE AND FUN TIME AFTER THE PROM.
ALL YOU CAN EAT BREAKFAST.... FREE
IF YOU LIKE PANCAKES THEN YOU'LL LOVE THIS. THE ANNUAL BOARD CAMP RURAL VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT ALL YOU CAN EAT PANCAKE BREAKFAST IS THIS SATURDAY, MARCH 31ST AT THE FIRE HOUSE FROM 7AM TO 11AM. MENU CONSISTS OF: PANCAKES, SAUSAGE, SCRAMBLED EGGS, COFFEE AND ORANGE JUICE FOR NO CHARGE. THE DONATION BOOT WILL BE OUT AND THEY ARE HOPING FOLKS MAKE SOME GENEROUS DONATIONS.
ALL YOU CAN EAT FISH FRY
THE KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS LOCATED AT 203 8TH STREET ARE HAVING AN ALL YOU CAN EAT FISH FRY THIS FRIDAY MARCH 30TH FROM 5PM TO 8PM. THE DINNER FEATURES: CATFISH, COLESLAW, HUSH PUPPIES, BEANS , DESSERT AND DRINKS. THE COST IS $8 FOR ADULTS , $5 FOR CHILDREN AND $25 FOR FAMILIES.
DONKEY BASKETBALL
THE MENA BEARCAT BAND IS HAVING A JAZZ BAND HAMBURGER SUPPER AND DONKEY BASKETBALL GAME ON FRIDAY, MARCH 30TH AT THE HATFIELD GYM. THE HAMBURGER SUPPER WILL BEGIN AT 5PM FOLLOWED BY THE DONKEY BASKETBALL AT 7PM. TICKETS FOR THE EVENT CAN BE BOUGHT FOR 6 DOLLARS AHEAD OF TIME OR 8 DOLLARS AT THE GATE. TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW AT THE UNION BANK OF MENA, SESSIONS MUSIC. WHEN SPRING BREAK IS OVER ON THE 26TH TICKETS WILL BE ON SALE AT THE MENA HIGH SCHOOL AND MENA MIDDLE SCHOOL. ALL PROCEEDS OF THE DONKEY BASKETBALL GAME GO TO THE MENA BEARCAT BAND TO HELP PURCHASE INSTRUMENTS AND SUPPLIES FOR THE NEXT YEAR. COME OUT AND SUPPORT THE BAND IN A WONDERFUL NIGHT OF ENTERTAINMENT. THIS EVENT IS SPONSORED BY MENA PAWN AND GUN, SESSIONS MUSIC, THE UNION BANK OF MENA, SARA LEE BREADS AND CHIQUITAS.
WIN A BENELLI 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN
THE MEMBERS OF THE MENA BEARCAT BAND ARE SELLING CHANCES TO WIN A BENELLI SUPER NOVA PUMP ACTION 12 GUAGE SHOTGUN, $50.00 DOLLARS IN CASH OR A $25.00 DOLLAR GIFT CERTIFICATE TO WAL-MART AND WILL BE GIVEN AWAY DURING THE DONKEY BASKETBALL GAME COMING UP ON MARCH 30TH. EACH CHANCE TO WIN IS $1.00 DOLLAR OR 6 TICKETS FOR $5.00 DOLLARS. ALL PROCEEDS OF THE SHOTGUN RAFFLE WILL BE USED FOR STUDENTS TO GO TO BAND CAMP. THE SHOTGUN RAFFLE IS SPONSORED BY WRIGHT’S PAWN AND GUN, TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE FROM ANY MENA BAND MEMBER.
RELAY FOR LIFE BAKE SALE
THE UNION BANK PURPLE ONIONS RELAY FOR LIFE IS HAVING A SPRING BAKE SALE ON FRIDAY, MARCH 30TH AT THE MENA AND HATFIELD UNION BANK LOCATIONS. STOP BY AND PURCHASE HOMEMADE GOODIES MADE ESPECIALLY FOR YOU BY UNION BANK EMPLOYEES. THERE WILL BE PIES , CAKES, COOKIES, BROWNIES, SNACKS AND MORE. LETS HELP THE PURPLE ONIONS AS THEY RAISE MONEY FOR THE RELAY FOR LIFE.
WHO WILL WIN 640 MILLION DOLLARS
ARKANSAS LOTTERY MEGA MILLIONS IS AT A RECORD 640-MILLION THE JACKPOT IS SO LARGE, SOMEONE COULD
THEORETICALLY BUY UP EVERY POSSIBLE NUMBER COMBINATION, THEREBY GUARANTEEING A WINNING TICKET – BUT DOING SO WOULD MEAN PUTTING UP MILLIONS OF DOLLARS ON THE FRONT END.A $640 MILLION JACKPOT, IF TAKEN AS A $390 MILLION LUMP SUM AND AFTER FEDERAL TAX WITHHOLDING, WORKS OUT TO ABOUT $293 MILLION. WITH THE JACKPOT ODDS AT 1 IN 176 MILLION, IT WOULD COST $176 MILLION TO BUY UP EVERY COMBINATION. UNDER THAT SCENARIO, THE STRATEGY WOULD WIN $117 MILLION IF THERE IS NO WINNER TONIGHT THE JACKPOT WILL INCREASE TO AN ESTIMATED $975 MILLION FOR THE DRAWING ON TUESDAY APRIL 3RD.
THEORETICALLY BUY UP EVERY POSSIBLE NUMBER COMBINATION, THEREBY GUARANTEEING A WINNING TICKET – BUT DOING SO WOULD MEAN PUTTING UP MILLIONS OF DOLLARS ON THE FRONT END.A $640 MILLION JACKPOT, IF TAKEN AS A $390 MILLION LUMP SUM AND AFTER FEDERAL TAX WITHHOLDING, WORKS OUT TO ABOUT $293 MILLION. WITH THE JACKPOT ODDS AT 1 IN 176 MILLION, IT WOULD COST $176 MILLION TO BUY UP EVERY COMBINATION. UNDER THAT SCENARIO, THE STRATEGY WOULD WIN $117 MILLION IF THERE IS NO WINNER TONIGHT THE JACKPOT WILL INCREASE TO AN ESTIMATED $975 MILLION FOR THE DRAWING ON TUESDAY APRIL 3RD.
RELAY FOR LIFE BAKE SALE
THE UNION BANK PURPLE ONIONS RELAY FOR LIFE IS HAVING A SPRING BAKE SALE ON FRIDAY, MARCH 31ST AT THE MENA AND HATFIELD UNION BANK LOCATIONS. STOP BY AND PURCHASE HOMEMADE GOODIES MADE ESPECIALLY FOR YOU BY UNION BANK EMPLOYEES. THERE WILL BE PIES , CAKES, COOKIES, BROWNIES, SNACKS AND MORE. LETS HELP THE PURPLE ONIONS AS THEY RAISE MONEY FOR THE RELAY FOR LIFE.
WIN CIRCUS FAMILY FOR A DAY
THE KELLY MILLER CIRCUS IS COMING TO MENA APRIL 4TH. K.E.N.A. WANTS TO SEND YOUR FAMILY TO THE CIRCUS AS OUR GUESTS. THE WINNER OF THE K.E.N.A. CIRCUS FAMILY FOR A DAY WILL GET ADMISSION FOR UP TO 6 PEOPLE AND GUEST BUTTONS TO WEAR, PREFERRED SEATING AND A FREE COUPON BOOK FULL OF COUPONS FOR COTTON CANDY, SNOW CONE AND POPCORN AND SOFT DRINK. KIDS WILL GET A COLORING BOOK. THE CIRCUS BUTTONS WILL ALLOW THE KIDS TO RIDE PONIES OR JUMP IN THE MOON BOUNCE AND HAVE ELEPHANT RIDES. JUST FAX OR EMAIL A LETTER EXPLAINING WHY YOU WOULD MAKE THE BEST CIRCUS FAMILY FOR A DAY. OUR FAX NUMBER IS 394-1459 OR EMAIL TO MENARADIO@AOL.COM OR YOU CAN DROP IT OFF AT THE K.E.N.A. STUDIO. MARCH 30TH IS THE DEADLINE TO ENTER.
ALL EXPENSE PAID TRIP TO WASHINGTON D.C.
A high school junior from the Southwest Arkansas Electric REA
service area will have an opportunity to win an all-expense paid trip to
Washington, D. C., in June, according to Wayne Whitaker, the Cooperative’s
President & CEO. Whitaker said the winner of an essay contest would
participate in the June 16-21 trip, which is part of the National Rural Electric
Youth Tour. To be eligible to win the trip, the student must be a high school
junior, enrolled in a local high school and the student’s family must be a
member of the Electric Cooperative. Contest entrants will be required to submit a 500 word essay on “Franklin D. Roosevelt, the 32nd President of the United States.” Essays will be judged on the basis of knowledge of the subject, originality, composition,
neatness and grammar. Deadline for submitting essays will be March 30, 2012.
Youth who are eligible for the Youth Tour should contact Kelly or Catherine at
Southwest Arkansas Electric REA, 870-772-2743, for additional information.
service area will have an opportunity to win an all-expense paid trip to
Washington, D. C., in June, according to Wayne Whitaker, the Cooperative’s
President & CEO. Whitaker said the winner of an essay contest would
participate in the June 16-21 trip, which is part of the National Rural Electric
Youth Tour. To be eligible to win the trip, the student must be a high school
junior, enrolled in a local high school and the student’s family must be a
member of the Electric Cooperative. Contest entrants will be required to submit a 500 word essay on “Franklin D. Roosevelt, the 32nd President of the United States.” Essays will be judged on the basis of knowledge of the subject, originality, composition,
neatness and grammar. Deadline for submitting essays will be March 30, 2012.
Youth who are eligible for the Youth Tour should contact Kelly or Catherine at
Southwest Arkansas Electric REA, 870-772-2743, for additional information.
ARCHERY
LOCAL STUDENTS PARTICIPATED IN THE 2012 ARKANSAS NATIONAL ARCHERY PROGRAM STATE TOURNAMENT THIS PAST SATURDAY (MARCH 24TH) IN HOT SPRINGS AT SUMMIT ARENA. HERE ARE THE LOCAL RESULTS: MENA BEARCATS SCORED 3,165, WICKES WARRIORS 3,012 AND THE ODEN TIMBERWOLVES SCORED 3,028.
THE TOP SCORE EARNERS FOR THE MEN WAS: 1ST PLACE DANNY ARCENEAU OF THE MENA BEARCATS WITH A SCORE OF 286. IN 5TH WAS BRAXTON LANCE OF THE BEARCATS AND 9TH PLACE ZACK JOHNSON OF THE WICKES WARRIORS. IN THE MIDDLE SCHOOL BOYS DIVISION: BEARCAT CHISM MAYE PLACED 5TH AND MATHEW GREEN 6TH. THE BOYS MIDDLE SCHOOL ARCHER SHOOTOFF WAS WON BY BEARCAT CHISM MAYE WHO TOOK 1ST PLACE. IN THE HIGH SCHOOL ARCHER SHOOT OFF 2ND PLACE WAS DANNY ARCENEAU OF THE BEARCATS AND BRAXTON LANCE TOOK 5TH. THE TOP LOCAL SCORE FOR THE WOMEN'S DIVISION WAS 5TH PLACE ASHLEY PHILPOT OF ODEN TIMBERWOLVES WITH A SCORE OF 275. ASHLEY ALSO PLACED 2ND IN THE HIGH SCHOOL FEMALE ARCHER SHOOT OFF IN THE MIDDLE SCHOOL DIVISION. ALEX STARK OF THE ODEN TIMBERWOLVES PLACED 10TH. THE TOURNAMENT WAS SPONSORED BY THE ARKANSAS GAME AND FISH COMMISSION.
THE TOP SCORE EARNERS FOR THE MEN WAS: 1ST PLACE DANNY ARCENEAU OF THE MENA BEARCATS WITH A SCORE OF 286. IN 5TH WAS BRAXTON LANCE OF THE BEARCATS AND 9TH PLACE ZACK JOHNSON OF THE WICKES WARRIORS. IN THE MIDDLE SCHOOL BOYS DIVISION: BEARCAT CHISM MAYE PLACED 5TH AND MATHEW GREEN 6TH. THE BOYS MIDDLE SCHOOL ARCHER SHOOTOFF WAS WON BY BEARCAT CHISM MAYE WHO TOOK 1ST PLACE. IN THE HIGH SCHOOL ARCHER SHOOT OFF 2ND PLACE WAS DANNY ARCENEAU OF THE BEARCATS AND BRAXTON LANCE TOOK 5TH. THE TOP LOCAL SCORE FOR THE WOMEN'S DIVISION WAS 5TH PLACE ASHLEY PHILPOT OF ODEN TIMBERWOLVES WITH A SCORE OF 275. ASHLEY ALSO PLACED 2ND IN THE HIGH SCHOOL FEMALE ARCHER SHOOT OFF IN THE MIDDLE SCHOOL DIVISION. ALEX STARK OF THE ODEN TIMBERWOLVES PLACED 10TH. THE TOURNAMENT WAS SPONSORED BY THE ARKANSAS GAME AND FISH COMMISSION.
Mena Middle School EAST receives Superior rating at National EAST Partnership Conference
The students designed a Booth, Presentation, and prepared a Conference Program Overview as a snapshot for the judge's view on how well each program is impacting its community.
Students representing Mena Middle School were: Elizabeth Baker, Macy Brotherton, Brooke Hines, Payson Law, Lexi Brooks, McKinzy McGee, Zak Terwilliger, Ryan Thomas, and Kaylyn Wells. The students are facilitated by Tyra Hobson. The theme this year was “Innovation Generation”. McKinzy McGee and Ryan Thomas presented to the judges. The students highlighted the projects that they have worked on this year, such as the Homecoming Corsages, Christmas Joy, Yearbook, Soles4Souls, and numerous others. The EAST Conference is an annual gathering of over 2000 EAST students, teachers, parents, community and business leaders from more than 100 communities across America.
The Conference spans 3 days and includes an exhibition hall showcasing student service projects, breakout sessions on the latest in technology, an awards banquet, and much more!
The students participated in training sessions with topics including stop motion animation, CAD, GPS and GIS, digital photography, Adobe Creative Suite, and Augmented and Virtual Reality.
“A Moment in Time” was shared at the conference. It is the emotional account beginning the day of the April 9, 2009 tornado and documents the changes MMS went through until we returned back to Mena in our new school. We received a $10,000 upgrade grant this year.
Students researched what would be most beneficial to the classroom, school, and community and decided on virtual and augmented reality software. Payson Law is creating a virtual tour of our school for a new student orientation tool and to assist in planning for school safety procedures and evacuation plans. EAST Students have used the augmented reality to teach lessons in our science classes on the human body and the solar system. Ryan Thomas has created a 3D model of our school and placed it in the 3D Warehouse in Google. He is communicating with Google because is difficult to place items in our area in Google Earth because of our terrain. Our National Service Project this year was Energy Education. The purpose of Energy Education is to lower our community’s energy bills and raise awareness of living more energy efficient. We worked with Rich Mountain Electric Coop and are educating the community on how to conserve energy and money by using the Home Energy Suite link on the Rich Mountain Electric Coop’s website.
Movie Night at the Rich Mountain Nursing home has probably made the largest impact on our students. We served popcorn, cokes, candy, and cookies while watching The Help.
Other school projects that these EAST students have worked on this year are QR codes in the classroom, and Elizabeth Baker has created a Bearcat App that can be downloaded on any android smartphone. EAST, which stands for Environmental and Spatial Technology, is based on the belief that students can go well beyond what has ever been expected when given the proper learning atmosphere, appropriate tools and resources, access to real-world problems and support. EAST is a vibrant class that stresses real world application to the traditional school learning. The class is structured around students taking on specific projects that can help their schools and communities. Conference Team Pictured L to R: Macy Brotherton, Lexi Brooks, McKinzy McGee, Zak Terwilliger, Brooke Hines, Elizabeth Baker, Ryan Thomas, Payson Law, Tyra Hobson, Kaylyn Wells.
Mena Middle School EAST students receive a superior rating at the 2012 National EAST Partnership Conference at the Hot Springs Convention Center.
Students representing Mena Middle School were: Elizabeth Baker, Macy Brotherton, Brooke Hines, Payson Law, Lexi Brooks, McKinzy McGee, Zak Terwilliger, Ryan Thomas, and Kaylyn Wells. The students are facilitated by Tyra Hobson. The theme this year was “Innovation Generation”. McKinzy McGee and Ryan Thomas presented to the judges. The students highlighted the projects that they have worked on this year, such as the Homecoming Corsages, Christmas Joy, Yearbook, Soles4Souls, and numerous others. The EAST Conference is an annual gathering of over 2000 EAST students, teachers, parents, community and business leaders from more than 100 communities across America.
The Conference spans 3 days and includes an exhibition hall showcasing student service projects, breakout sessions on the latest in technology, an awards banquet, and much more!
The students participated in training sessions with topics including stop motion animation, CAD, GPS and GIS, digital photography, Adobe Creative Suite, and Augmented and Virtual Reality.
“A Moment in Time” was shared at the conference. It is the emotional account beginning the day of the April 9, 2009 tornado and documents the changes MMS went through until we returned back to Mena in our new school. We received a $10,000 upgrade grant this year.
Students researched what would be most beneficial to the classroom, school, and community and decided on virtual and augmented reality software. Payson Law is creating a virtual tour of our school for a new student orientation tool and to assist in planning for school safety procedures and evacuation plans. EAST Students have used the augmented reality to teach lessons in our science classes on the human body and the solar system. Ryan Thomas has created a 3D model of our school and placed it in the 3D Warehouse in Google. He is communicating with Google because is difficult to place items in our area in Google Earth because of our terrain. Our National Service Project this year was Energy Education. The purpose of Energy Education is to lower our community’s energy bills and raise awareness of living more energy efficient. We worked with Rich Mountain Electric Coop and are educating the community on how to conserve energy and money by using the Home Energy Suite link on the Rich Mountain Electric Coop’s website.
Movie Night at the Rich Mountain Nursing home has probably made the largest impact on our students. We served popcorn, cokes, candy, and cookies while watching The Help.
Other school projects that these EAST students have worked on this year are QR codes in the classroom, and Elizabeth Baker has created a Bearcat App that can be downloaded on any android smartphone. EAST, which stands for Environmental and Spatial Technology, is based on the belief that students can go well beyond what has ever been expected when given the proper learning atmosphere, appropriate tools and resources, access to real-world problems and support. EAST is a vibrant class that stresses real world application to the traditional school learning. The class is structured around students taking on specific projects that can help their schools and communities. Conference Team Pictured L to R: Macy Brotherton, Lexi Brooks, McKinzy McGee, Zak Terwilliger, Brooke Hines, Elizabeth Baker, Ryan Thomas, Payson Law, Tyra Hobson, Kaylyn Wells.
Mena Middle School EAST students receive a superior rating at the 2012 National EAST Partnership Conference at the Hot Springs Convention Center.
3 ARRESTED
POLICE ARRESTED 3 SUSPECTS THIS WEEK IN CONNECTION WITH THE BURGLARY SUNDAY EVENING(MARCH 25TH) ON 8TH STREET. THE SUSPECTS ENTERED THE HOME WHILE THE RESIDENTS SLEPT AND MADE OFF WITH SEVERAL ELECTRONICS. POLICE ARE ALSO INVESTIGATING A WEAPON STOLEN FROM A HOME ON VIOLET STREET IN MENA, ASSISTANT MENA POLICE CHIEF ED GIBSON TOLD K.E.N.A. NEWS WEDNESDAY(MARCH 28TH) MORNING. RESIDENTS ARE REMINDED TO LOCK YOUR DOORS BEFORE GOING TO BED. (ORIGINAL STORY BELOW)
ASSISTANT MENA POLICE CHIEF ED GIBSON TOLD KENA NEWS THERE WAS A BREAK IN AT AN 8TH STREET HOME SUNDAY EVENING WHILE THE RESIDENTS WERE ASLEEP. APPARENTLY THE FRONT DOOR WAS LEFT UNLOCKED. THE INTRUDER(S) MADE OFF WITH ELECTRONICS INCLUDING: A BIG SCREEN TV, A COMPUTER, COMPUTER GAMES AND A CAMERA. JOE AND AMANDA WEBB WHO WERE ASLEEP UPSTAIRS IN THEIR HOME WOKE UP MONDAY MORNING AROUND 630AM TO FIND THE HOUSE HAD BEEN ROBBED. THEY NOTIFIED THE POLICE DEPARTMENT. IF YOU KNOW ANYTHING ABOUT THIS YOU ARE ENCOURAGED TO CALL THE MENA POLICE DEPARTMENT AT 394-6225.
ASSISTANT MENA POLICE CHIEF ED GIBSON TOLD KENA NEWS THERE WAS A BREAK IN AT AN 8TH STREET HOME SUNDAY EVENING WHILE THE RESIDENTS WERE ASLEEP. APPARENTLY THE FRONT DOOR WAS LEFT UNLOCKED. THE INTRUDER(S) MADE OFF WITH ELECTRONICS INCLUDING: A BIG SCREEN TV, A COMPUTER, COMPUTER GAMES AND A CAMERA. JOE AND AMANDA WEBB WHO WERE ASLEEP UPSTAIRS IN THEIR HOME WOKE UP MONDAY MORNING AROUND 630AM TO FIND THE HOUSE HAD BEEN ROBBED. THEY NOTIFIED THE POLICE DEPARTMENT. IF YOU KNOW ANYTHING ABOUT THIS YOU ARE ENCOURAGED TO CALL THE MENA POLICE DEPARTMENT AT 394-6225.
??? GOT TALENT ???
ON MARCH 27TH AT 7PM THE R.M.C.C. ACTORS GUILD WILL SPONSOR A VARIETY SHOW IN THE RMCC STUDENT CENTER ON THE MAIN CAMPUS. PAST SHOWS HAVE SHOWCASED SINGING, ACTING, POETRY READING , STORY TELLING , AND INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC. IF YOU"RE INTERESTED IN PERFORMING YOUR SPECIAL TALENT IN THE VARIETY SHOW CONTACT ROBBY AT 479- 394- 7622. ADMISSION FOR ALL PERFORMERS IS FREE. GENERAL ADMISSION FOR THE PUBLIC IS ONLY $2 AT THE DOOR.
SHOW CANCELLED DUE TO NOT ENOUGH PEOPLE SIGNING UP TO PERFORM!!!!
SHOW CANCELLED DUE TO NOT ENOUGH PEOPLE SIGNING UP TO PERFORM!!!!
HEART SAVERS
DUE TO A TREMENDOUS RESPONSE FROM THE $50.00 DOLLAR HEART SAVERS CT TEST MENA REGIONAL HEALTH SYSTEM IS EXTENDING THIS OFFER THROUGH APRIL. THE SCAN IS FAST, PAINLESS AND SAVES LIVES. THE CALCIUM SCORE YOU RECEIVE CAN ALERT PHYSICIANS TO THE AMOUNT OF CALCIUM BUILDUP THAT HAS OCCURRED AROUND YOUR HEART. THIS TEST IS NOT RECOMMENDED FOR THOSE WHO HAVE HEART DISEASE. TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT CALL MENA REGIONAL HEALTH SYSTEM AT 243-2214.
ZERO TOLERANCE FOR UNDERAGE DRINKING CAMPAIGN
LITTLE ROCK – Beginning this week the Arkansas State Police Highway Safety Office will join state, county and city law enforcement agencies to increase the number of sobriety checkpoints and saturation patrols on state highways and local streets and roads.State Troopers, sheriff’s deputies and police officers across the state will ramp-up their efforts to identify and arrest drunk drivers of all ages, but with a special emphasis directed toward impaired teenage drivers.The 20-day special enforcement operation will begin on April 13th - 22nd.The campaign purposely coincides with the spring season when many teenagers are on school breaks, celebrating proms and attending graduation parties.A DUI conviction for an individual under the age of 21 can result in the loss of driving privileges, fines of up to $2,000, along with required community service. A teenage convicted of DWI faces the same criminal penalties as an adult which includes jail sentencing, fines and court costs, license suspension, community service and possibly other punishments. Insurance premiums for anyone convicted DUI or DWI typically increases significantly.The objective in the coming weeks is to raise awareness of the serious and deadly consequences of impaired driving for teenagers through heightened law enforcement programs and paid media campaigns. The overall message is one of deterrence, designed to make teens think twice about drinking and driving, risking their lives as well as those of other motorists.“The bottom line is that underage drinking is illegal,” said Colonel Howard, “and if teens drive impaired, we will find them and arrest them. Where public safety is concerned, there is no room for exceptions to the law.”More information relating to the prevention of underage drinking can be foundTrafficSafetyMarketing.gov or contact the Arkansas State Police Highway Safety Office at (501) 618-8136.
BENEFIT AUCTION
A BENEFIT AUCTION WILL BE HELD FOR SHARLEENUH KENNITZ TO ASSIST WITH MEDICAL EXPENSES ON SATURDAY, MARCH 24TH, BEGINNING AT 4PM AT HATFIELD CITY HALL. EVERYONE IS WELCOME AND ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND. THERE WILL BE LOTS OF NEW ITEMS TO BE AUCTIONED OFF. DONATIONS ARE ALSO BEING ACCEPTED AND APPRECIATED. JIMMY MARTIN OF MARTIN’S AUCTION SERVICE WILL BE THE AUCTIONEER. FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL ERIKA AT 479-216-3344.
WESTERN ARKANSAS BASS ANGLERS
Team bass masters
will have a tournament Saturday
on lake Ouachita sponsored by barton distribution, page
enterprises,
polk county farmers, limetree restURANT, e insulation and roofing, brooks ice company and mt ida true value. take off will be safe light from shangRa la. weigh in is at 2pm.
polk county farmers, limetree restURANT, e insulation and roofing, brooks ice company and mt ida true value. take off will be safe light from shangRa la. weigh in is at 2pm.
BENEFIT AUCTION
A BENEFIT AUCTION WILL BE HELD FOR SHARLEENUH KENNITZ TO ASSIST WITH MEDICAL EXPENSES ON SATURDAY, MARCH 24TH, BEGINNING AT 4PM AT HATFIELD CITY HALL. EVERYONE IS WELCOME AND ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND. THERE WILL BE LOTS OF NEW ITEMS TO BE AUCTIONED OFF. DONATIONS ARE ALSO BEING ACCEPTED AND APPRECIATED. JIMMY MARTIN OF MARTIN’S AUCTION SERVICE WILL BE THE AUCTIONEER. FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL ERIKA AT 479-216-3344.
DONATE YOUR CANS
THE MARINE CORP LEAGUE WITH THE COOPERATION OF SOUTHERN DISPOSAL, MILLER GRAPHICS AND JAMES SUPER SAVE FOODS HAVE ESTABLISHED A RECYCLING SITE FOR ALUMINUM CANS AT THE PARKING LOT OF JAMES SUPER SAVER FOODS. ALL PROCEEDS FROM THE CAN COLLECTION WILL GO TO SPECIAL PROJECTS OF THE MARINE CORP LEAGUE.
AWESOME JOB
MENA MIDDLE SCHOOL EAST STUDENTS ARE ATTENDING THE NATIONAL EAST PARTNERSHIP CONFERENCE THIS WEEK. THE STUDENTS LEARNED YESTERDAY(MARCH 18TH) THAT THEY HAD RECEIVED A SUPERIOR RATING. IN ADDITION JODECY INGOGLIA RECEIVED SECOND PLACE HONORS IN THE ASSET INITIATIVE SOLAR DESIGN COMPETITION. CONGRATULATIONS FROM KENA.
RAISED $1,422.00
Mena Middle School 6th grade students participated in the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Math-A-Thon and raised 1,422.00. St. Jude Math-A-Thon is a fundraising program that supports St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. The program includes a math supplement for grades K-8 that students complete while raising funds for St. Jude
SUSPECT ARRESTED IN HIT AND RUN
KEVIN THOR HEARD AGE 29 OF MENA IS BEING HELD IN THE POLK COUNTY JAIL ON CHARGES OF LEAVING THE SCENE OF A PERSONAL INJURY ACCIDENT. THIS IS A CLASS D FELONY PUNISHABLE BY A TERM IN THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS NOT TO EXCEED 6 YRS. HE IS SCHEDULED TO BE ARRAIGNED ON MARCH 28TH.
MENA CHIEF OF POLICE JIMMY DOSTER SAID EVIDENCE WAS REMOVED FROM THE GMC PICK UP HEARD WAS DRIVING WHEN STOPPED WEDNESDAY. CHIEF DOSTER SAID THE F.B.I. WILL BE IN MENA TODAY TO CONDUCT A THOROUGH INSPECTION OF THE VEHICLE.
THE LITTLE GIRL INJURED HAD BEEN PICKING FLOWERS FROM THE BACKYARD OF THE HER HOME ON REEVES AND WANDERED OUT INTO THE STREET WHERE SHE WAS STRUCK. HER MOTHER REPORTS THE CHILD IS HOLDING HER OWN AT ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL IN LITTLE ROCK.
DWIGHT DOUGLAS OF K.E.N.A. TALKED WITH DETECTIVE BRANDON MARTIN THURSDAY, MARCH 15TH REGARDING THE TRAGIC HIT AND RUN ACCIDENT TUESDAY EVENING. (LISTEN BELOW)
WESTERN AR. BASS ANGLERS
THE WESTERN ARKANSAS BASS ANGLERS HELD THEIR SECOND TOURNAMENT OF THE YEAR ON GILHAM LAKE ON MARCH 10TH. FIRST PLACE WENT TO DEREK SANDLIN WITH 24.17 POUNDS. SECOND WAS TAKEN BY BRENT STIPE. THIRD PLACE WENT TO DARRIN TOON. BRENT TOON TOOK FOURTH PLACE AND FIFTH PLACE WAS BILL DECKER. BRENT STIPE CAUGHT THE BIG BASS WEIGHING 5.85 LBS. LEADING THE YEAR FOR ANGLER OF THE YEAR IS BRENT TOON FOLLOWED BY BILL DECKER THEN CURT BOYD AND DARRIN TOON. THE BASS ANGLERS ARE SPONSORED BY DON’S E-Z PAY , SOUTHERN AUTO SUPPLY , UNION BANK OF MENA AND GOSS ELECTRONICS. THE NEXT TOURNAMENT WILL BE MARCH 31ST ON OUACHITA LAKE. ALL ANGLERS ARE INVITED TO JOIN.
!!!!!!!CONGRATS!!!!!!!
THE MENA HIGH SCHOOL BAND COMPETED IN THE REGION 8 CONCERT ASSESSMENT ON THURSDAY, MARCH 15TH IN VAN BUREN. THE BAND RECEIVED ALL FIRST DIVISION RATINGS. CONGRATULATIONS TO THE MENA BAND AND DIRECTOR CHARLES MORGAN.
AT APPROXIMATELY 1130AM ON MARCH 20TH THE MENA FIRE DEPARTMENT RESPONDED TO A HOUSE FIRE AT 1175 HWY 71 SOUTH. KENA NEWS WAS ON THE SCENE. REBA CLARK IS THE OWNER OF THE RENTAL PROPERTY. THE RESIDENT AND RENTER, JONATHAN DOWDY WAS NOT HOME AT THE TIME OF THE BLAZE. THE FIRE WAS CONTAINED TO THE BEDROOM. YET THERE WAS HEAVY SMOKE DAMAGE TO THE HOME. FIREFIGHTERS HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE FIRE.
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WICKES FEBRUARY STUDENTS OF MONTH
Wickes High School is pleased to announce Students of the Month for February. February student of the month for grades 10-12 is Monica Gonzalez. Monica is a junior and is the daughter of Ramon and Ofelia Gonzalez of Wickes. Her teachers describe her as being kind, caring, hardworking, and a team player. February student of the month for grades 7-9 is Cathya Cordova. Cathya is in the 9th grade and is the daughter of Jose and Angelica Cordova of Grannis. Her teachers describe her as hardworking, respectful, and responsible. Students are chosen based on attitude, attendance, overall performance, and for displaying the pride and positive spirit of a Wickes Warrior.
MENA BEARCAT BOWLING
Congratulations to the Mena Bearcat Bowling team. They were Runner-Ups at the State Bowling Tournament. Justin Castor grabbed
top individual honors and R.C. Simms was 7th. Both Bearcats are All-State. Thanks to Coach Hooker for the information.
top individual honors and R.C. Simms was 7th. Both Bearcats are All-State. Thanks to Coach Hooker for the information.
SPORTS FEATURE
FORMER MENA BEARCAT RANDY PETERS SCORED 42 POINTS(A SEASON HIGH FOR HIM) IN A GAME PLAYING FOR NORTH ARKANSAS COLLEGE AT HARRISON IN DISTRICT PLAYOFFS ON SATURDAY, MARCH 3RD. HIS TEAM NORTH ARKANSAS COLLEGE DEFEATED CLARENDON COLLEGE IN TEXAS 98-89 SATURDAY, MARCH 3RD. LATER IN THIS PAST WEEK RANDY PETERS WAS NAMED NATIONAL JUNIOR COLLEGE ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION DIVISION II PLAYER OF THE WEEK. HE HIT 9 OF 13 SHOTS FROM THE FIELD INCLUDING FIVE THREE POINTERS FOR 27 POINTS IN A 98-91 WIN OVER CHAMPION BAPTIST. THE #16 NORTH ARKANSAS COLLEGE PIONEERS PLAYED SUNDAY, MARCH 11TH IN HARRISON VERSUS JOHNSON COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE FOR A REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP BUT FELL SHORT. JOHNSON COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE WON THE GAME 71-62 TO WIN A BERTH IN THE NATIONAL JUNIOR COLLEGE TOURNAMENT HELD IN CHICAGO, ILLINOIS.
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4TH DISTRICT CONGRESSMAN MIKE ROSS IS ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR SUMMER INTERNS IN WASHINGTON D.C. INTERNSHIPS ARE OPEN TO STUDENTS. APPLICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE
ON CONGRESSMAN ROSS’S WEBSITE AT ROSS.HOUSE.GOV
SESSION DATES ARE MAY 29TH THROUGH JUNE 29TH AND JULY 2ND THROUGH AUGUST 3RD. THE APPLICATION DEADLINE IS THURSDAY, MARCH 15TH. INTERNSHIPS IN THE EL DORADO, HOT SPRINGS , PINE BLUFF AND PRESCOTT OFFICES ARE OPEN
TO RESIDENTS OF THE 4TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT.
SESSION DATES ARE MAY 29TH THROUGH JUNE 29TH AND JULY 2ND THROUGH AUGUST 3RD. THE APPLICATION DEADLINE IS THURSDAY, MARCH 15TH. INTERNSHIPS IN THE EL DORADO, HOT SPRINGS , PINE BLUFF AND PRESCOTT OFFICES ARE OPEN
TO RESIDENTS OF THE 4TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT.
Acorn FCCLA Students Attend State Meeting
“Knocking It Out with Arkansas FCCLA” was the theme for the 2012
Arkansas State FCCLA Leadership Meeting held March 12 & 13 at UCA Reynold’s
Auditorium, in Conway. Acorn FCCLA took 107 pairs of new or gently worn
shoes collected for Soles4Souls to present at the meeting. A total of 2500
pairs have been collected so far by Arkansas FCCLA to ship to the national meeting in
Orlando this summer. In addition during this one event, Arkansas FCCLA members
collected 13,000 diapers and 2,000 + food items for the Arkansas Rice and Diaper
Depot. Arkansas high school FCCLA chapters have been working all year in support
of these two organizations, making a difference in the lives of others through service learning. Keynote speaker, Heather Schultz of Atlanta, GA, took attendees on a wild and wonderful roller coaster ride of humor, emotion and inspiration with her passionate message about belief in youth and the important role they play in our world. The entire meeting was orchestrated and executed by the state officers, including breakout and recognition sessions. Acorn FCCLA was presented a certificate for earning the prestigious Gold Star status for their program of work. Acorn FCCLA member, Jared Standridge was recognized for completion of all five modules of FCCLA National Program, Power of One, the first ever Acorn FCCLA member to do so! Jared also received recognition as an Arkansas STAR Events gold medal winner who will represent the state at the FCCLA National Leadership Meeting in Orlando, FL, this summer in the Junior National Programs in Action category. Prior to the closing ceremony, new officers were installed for next school year. Acorn members attending were: Jared Standridge, Lydia Tilley, Annelie Weirauch, Krysten Fagan, Summer Daugherty, Erica Goss, Timmery Adams and Taylor Deramus.
Arkansas State FCCLA Leadership Meeting held March 12 & 13 at UCA Reynold’s
Auditorium, in Conway. Acorn FCCLA took 107 pairs of new or gently worn
shoes collected for Soles4Souls to present at the meeting. A total of 2500
pairs have been collected so far by Arkansas FCCLA to ship to the national meeting in
Orlando this summer. In addition during this one event, Arkansas FCCLA members
collected 13,000 diapers and 2,000 + food items for the Arkansas Rice and Diaper
Depot. Arkansas high school FCCLA chapters have been working all year in support
of these two organizations, making a difference in the lives of others through service learning. Keynote speaker, Heather Schultz of Atlanta, GA, took attendees on a wild and wonderful roller coaster ride of humor, emotion and inspiration with her passionate message about belief in youth and the important role they play in our world. The entire meeting was orchestrated and executed by the state officers, including breakout and recognition sessions. Acorn FCCLA was presented a certificate for earning the prestigious Gold Star status for their program of work. Acorn FCCLA member, Jared Standridge was recognized for completion of all five modules of FCCLA National Program, Power of One, the first ever Acorn FCCLA member to do so! Jared also received recognition as an Arkansas STAR Events gold medal winner who will represent the state at the FCCLA National Leadership Meeting in Orlando, FL, this summer in the Junior National Programs in Action category. Prior to the closing ceremony, new officers were installed for next school year. Acorn members attending were: Jared Standridge, Lydia Tilley, Annelie Weirauch, Krysten Fagan, Summer Daugherty, Erica Goss, Timmery Adams and Taylor Deramus.
Governor Beebe's radio address: A Century of Care
SUSPECT ARRESTED IN HIT AND RUN
KEVIN THOR HEARD AGE 29 OF MENA IS BEING HELD IN THE POLK COUNTY JAIL ON CHARGES OF LEAVING THE SCENE OF A PERSONAL INJURY ACCIDENT. THIS IS A CLASS D FELONY PUNISHABLE BY A TERM IN THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS NOT TO EXCEED 6 YRS. HE IS SCHEDULED TO BE ARRAIGNED ON MARCH 28TH.
MENA CHIEF OF POLICE JIMMY DOSTER SAID EVIDENCE WAS REMOVED FROM THE GMC PICK UP HEARD WAS DRIVING WHEN STOPPED WEDNESDAY. CHIEF DOSTER SAID THE F.B.I. WILL BE IN MENA TODAY TO CONDUCT A THOROUGH INSPECTION OF THE VEHICLE.
THE LITTLE GIRL INJURED HAD BEEN PICKING FLOWERS FROM THE BACKYARD OF THE HER HOME ON REEVES AND WANDERED OUT INTO THE STREET WHERE SHE WAS STRUCK. HER MOTHER REPORTS THE CHILD IS HOLDING HER OWN AT ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL IN LITTLE ROCK.
DWIGHT DOUGLAS OF K.E.N.A. TALKED WITH DETECTIVE BRANDON MARTIN THURSDAY, MARCH 15TH REGARDING THE TRAGIC HIT AND RUN ACCIDENT TUESDAY EVENING. (LISTEN BELOW)
HONOR CANCER SURVIVORS
The Relay For Life of Polk County is focused on one of the American Cancer Society’s key goals: to create a world where there are more birthdays for years to come for those who have been diagnosed with cancer. On Saturday, March 17th we want to honor our cancer survivors for their courage and strength. We will be having a reception to honor those who have won their battle against cancer at Healthy Connections, starting at 2 PM. If you are a cancer survivor or caregiver we would like for you to come out and let us show you how important you are to Relay For Life. You are the reason that so many volunteers in Polk County are a part of Relay For Life.
BINGO AND GUN RAFFLE
HELP SUPPORT LOCAL YOUTH BY ATTENDING A BINGO AND GUN RAFFLE SATURDAY FROM 5PM TO 10PM AT THE HATFIELD AUDITORIUM, SPONSORED BY THE HATFIELD GREEN TEAM 4-H CLUB. THERE WILL ALSO BE FOOD , DRINKS, AND PRIZES. |
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MENA HIGH SCHOOL WINNERS
Eleven students who joined Arkansas Young Artist Association made a trip to Little Rock on Tuesday March 13th. These students were able to see great artwork from all over the state and compete with the other 1158 students who attended. Winners from Mena High School were: Ashlyn FoX, McKayla Smallwood and Carrie Squire.
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The Ouachita River School District(Acorn and Oden Campuses) will have Parent/Teacher Conferences on March 15th, 2012. The conferences will be from 3:15 until 5:00pm. Teachers will take a dinner break from 5:00 to 6:00. Conferences will continue from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. Students report cards will be given to the parents during conference time. All parents are encouraged to attend.
AND THE OUACHITA RIVER SCHOOL DISTRICT BOTH ACORN AND ODEN CAMPUS will close for Spring Break at 330pm on FRIDAY, March 16th. Classes resume on Monday, March 26th.
AND THE OUACHITA RIVER SCHOOL DISTRICT BOTH ACORN AND ODEN CAMPUS will close for Spring Break at 330pm on FRIDAY, March 16th. Classes resume on Monday, March 26th.
REPORT CARDS AND SPRING BREAK
Mena public schools holding their Spring parent teacher conferences the week of March 12th through the 16th. Parents may pick up their childs report card at these times. Mena Middle School and Mena High School Conferences are Thursday, March 15th from 330pm to 930pm. Students should have already brought the conference request forms home. Parents may call their child's school if they have questions regarding the conference times. Mena public school close for Spring Break Friday, March 16th at 330pm. Classes resume on Monday, March 26th.
LEARNING ABOUT DENTISTRY
February being dental health month, Acorn Preschool had the opportunity to tour Healthy Connections dental department last month. The children were able to see how dentures were made and view the latest technology available to patients nowadays in dental health care in our area. The dentist discussed with them the importance of regular dental cleanings and check-ups and helped them to feel more comfortable.
BOOK FAIR
Holly Harshman Elementary Scholastic Book Fair is underway this week, March 12 - 15. March 13th was "Family Late Night". Folks could stop by on this Parent Teacher Conference evening and register to win $40.00 in book fair merchandise.
F.C.C.L.A FUNDRAISER DINNER
THE F.C.C.L.A IS HAVING AN ITALIAN NIGHT FUNDRAISER ON THURSDAY, MARCH 15TH THAT WILL BENEFIT THE FCCLA NATIONAL COMPETITION. DINNER WILL BE FROM 5PM TO 6PM IN THE ACORN CAFETERIA, DURING THE PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES. THE MEAL WILL INCLUDE SPAGHETTI WITH SAUCE, GARDEN SALAD WITH DRESSING, GARLIC BREAD, CHERRY CHOCOLATE DESSERT AND A DRINK FOR ONLY $5.
WATCH LIVE LAUNCH OF 5 ROCKETS (CLIK PIC)
NASA’s ATREX mission, which will launch five rockets in about five minutes to study the high-altitude jet stream along the East Coast. These suborbital sounding rockets will release chemical tracers to track the high-speed winds nearly 100 kilometers above the Earth’s surface. In addition, a couple of the rockets will measure conditions such as temperature and pressure near the edge of space.NASA since announced the launch for tonight between midnight and 1:30 am EDT (March 15).The late-night launch time might seem strange, but according to NASA this window was chosen to give clear skies and a dark moon for the best viewing conditions. The tracer clouds should be visible for up to 20 minutes following the launches, and may be seen along the East Coast from northern parts of South Carolina through New Jersey, and possibly as far as New Hampshire and Vermont.Those of us outside this visible range can watch the launch on a live webcast that starts tonight (March 14) at 10 pm (EDT). Mission status updates will also be posted on Twitter at @NASA_Wallops.Webcast will begin 2 hours before the opening of the launch window.
SPAY AND NEUTER CLINIC
THE HUMANE SOCIETY OF THE OUACHITAS AND THE MENA ELKS LODGE HOST A LOW COST SPAY AND NEUTER CLINIC AT DR. JOANNE MCMANUS'S FOR ARKANSANS FOR ANIMALS MARCH 20TH THROUGH MARCH 22ND. CALL NOW FOR AN APPOINTMENT AT (479)394 5682.
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ARVEST BANK IS PARTNERING WITH MERCY HOSPITAL TO BRING A MOBILE MAMMOGRAPHY UNIT TO MENA ON WEDNESDAY, MARCH 14TH. THE VAN WILL BE IN THE ARVEST BANK PARKING LOT FROM 9AM TO 3PM. WOMEN CAN SIGN UP FOR THEIR 15 MINUTE APPOINTMENT BY COMING TO ARVEST BANK. THE MOBILE MAMMOGRAM UNIT OFFERS THE SAME QUALITY IMAGING YOU GET FROM GOING TO THE HOSPITAL. FOR YOUR SCREENING OR FOR MORE INFO CALL 479-394-8210.
SOLES-4-SOULS
Mena Middle School EAST is SPONSORING a Soles4Soles shoe drive. Soles4Souls has begun outreach across 11 states to assist in the relief operations after the devastating outbreak of a reported 95 tornadoes on Friday. We are contacting local shelters and communities to offer assistance to displaced residents through shoes, clothing, and children’s items. Individuals interested in supporting our relief efforts can donate shoes to any of the Mena Public Schools before March 13th.
$250,000.00 AVAILABLE
THE ARKANSAS AGRICULTURE DEPARTMENT IS ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR PROPOSALS TO ENHANCE THE COMPETITIVENESS OF ARKANSAS SPECIALTY CROPS SUCH AS FRUITS, VEGETABLES, FLORICULTURE AND NUTS. THERE ARE MORE THAN 255,000 DOLLARS AVAILABLE TO ARKANSAS UNDER THE PROGRAM. APPLICATION PACKETS MAY BE FOUND AT THE WEB ADDRESS OF: WWW.AAD.ARKANSAS.GOV
ALL QUESTIONS REGARDING THE PROGRAM MAY BE DIRECTED TO ZACHARY TAYLOR , THE DEPARTMENTS DIRECTOR OF MARKETING AT 501-219-6324 OR BY EMAIL AT ZACHARY.TAYLOR@AAD.AR.GOV ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY THE CLOSE OF BUSINESS ON MAY 4TH 2012.
ALL QUESTIONS REGARDING THE PROGRAM MAY BE DIRECTED TO ZACHARY TAYLOR , THE DEPARTMENTS DIRECTOR OF MARKETING AT 501-219-6324 OR BY EMAIL AT ZACHARY.TAYLOR@AAD.AR.GOV ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY THE CLOSE OF BUSINESS ON MAY 4TH 2012.
FUN DAY
Acorn Preschool celebrated Dr. Suess birthday Friday, March 2nd by inviting people from the community to come in and read to the children. Among the visitors was Mayor George McKee, Steve Crumpler , John Hawkins, Tammy Young, Phillip Wilson, Susan Rowell and Jim Neugent. Kelsey Crumpler also dressed as the "Cat and the Hat" and visited the classrooms.
ACORN ELEMENTARY HAS NAMED THEIR FEBRUARY STUDENTS OF THE MONTH
KINDERGARTEN:SARA IRVAN AND RANDY DILL.
1ST GRADE LUCAS PARNELL:SAIRA CASTILLO AND JAYDEN WILLDORG.
2ND GRADE:TORI HACKNEY AND MICHAEL WALKER.
3RD GRADE:NATHAN WATTS AND ESMERELDA JOHNSON.
4TH GRADE:BRICKIE SACHS AND AUBREY HARVEY.
5TH GRADE:JEB WILLBORG AND EMILEE HARVEY.
6TH GRADE:MAKENZIE GOSS AND BRIANNA POSEY.
THESE STUDENTS HAVE DISPLAYED EXCELLENT CITIZENSHIP, EXCEPTIONAL ACADEMIC EFFORT OR IMPROVEMENT, AND GOOD ATTENDANCE. SIMPLE SIMON’S AND GOSS ELECTRONICS PROVIDED LUNCH AND GAMES FOR THE EXEMPLARY STUDENTS.
1ST GRADE LUCAS PARNELL:SAIRA CASTILLO AND JAYDEN WILLDORG.
2ND GRADE:TORI HACKNEY AND MICHAEL WALKER.
3RD GRADE:NATHAN WATTS AND ESMERELDA JOHNSON.
4TH GRADE:BRICKIE SACHS AND AUBREY HARVEY.
5TH GRADE:JEB WILLBORG AND EMILEE HARVEY.
6TH GRADE:MAKENZIE GOSS AND BRIANNA POSEY.
THESE STUDENTS HAVE DISPLAYED EXCELLENT CITIZENSHIP, EXCEPTIONAL ACADEMIC EFFORT OR IMPROVEMENT, AND GOOD ATTENDANCE. SIMPLE SIMON’S AND GOSS ELECTRONICS PROVIDED LUNCH AND GAMES FOR THE EXEMPLARY STUDENTS.
VOLUNTEER CHANCE ALLEN HELP ACORN KIDS
Chance Allen took some time out of his busy work schedule on Wednesday, February 29th to talk to the preschoolers at Acorn about his career as a carpenter. Chance donated each of the 40 kids a bag of tools that included: a level, a carpenter's pencil, and measuring tape. Chance has visited the classroom and donated tools to the children for the past couple of years in a row.
NEW HIGH SCHOOL SUPERINTENDENT
THE MENA SCHOOL BOARD MET MONDAY EVENING, MARCH 5TH IN A SPECIAL CALLED BOARD MEETING AND SELECTED BENNY WESTON AS THE NEW MENA
HIGH SCHOOL SUPERINTENDENT. MR WESTON WILL BEGIN HIS TWO YEAR CONTRACT STARTING ON JULY 1ST WITH AN ANNUAL SALARY OF 110,000 A YEAR. CURRENTLY MR WESTON IS THE SUPERINTENDENT AT MOUNT IDA.
HIGH SCHOOL SUPERINTENDENT. MR WESTON WILL BEGIN HIS TWO YEAR CONTRACT STARTING ON JULY 1ST WITH AN ANNUAL SALARY OF 110,000 A YEAR. CURRENTLY MR WESTON IS THE SUPERINTENDENT AT MOUNT IDA.
FEBRUARY WEATHER STATS
KENA'S DWIGHT DOUGLAS REPORTS ON THE FEBRUARY'S WEATHER STATISTICS:
How 'bout them hogs! Learn about a free hog hunting
workshop offered by the AGFC., (CLICK ON PLAY BUTTON BELOW)
workshop offered by the AGFC., (CLICK ON PLAY BUTTON BELOW)
COUNTY JUDGE BRANDON ELLISON NEEDS YOUR SUPPORT
I want to thank my fellow citizens of Polk County for allowing me to serve this past year as County Judge. At this time, I want to announce that I will seek reelection in 2012.
When I took office in 2011, I made a commitment to work hard, manage the
county as efficiently as possible, to develop and implement a realistic long term plan for our county road system, to be fair and equitable, and when required,have the discipline to say no. I believe I have complied with those commitments and am poised to continue to carry them out.
Again, thank you for the support in the first term and now I am
asking for your support and patience in the future.
Brandon Ellison
When I took office in 2011, I made a commitment to work hard, manage the
county as efficiently as possible, to develop and implement a realistic long term plan for our county road system, to be fair and equitable, and when required,have the discipline to say no. I believe I have complied with those commitments and am poised to continue to carry them out.
Again, thank you for the support in the first term and now I am
asking for your support and patience in the future.
Brandon Ellison
SHERIFF WOULD LIKE YOUR SUPPORT
POLK COUNTY SHERIFF AND COLLECTOR , MIKE GODFREY, HAS ANNOUNCED THAT HE WILL BE SEEKING A SECOND TERM IN OFFICE. GODFREY THANKS THE CITIZENS OF POLK COUNTY FOR ALLOWING HIM TO SERVE AS SHERIFF AND COLLECTOR AND ASK'S FOR CONTINUED SUPPORT IN THE UPCOMING ELECTION. GODFREY WORKED FOR THE SHERIFF'S OFFICE FOR TEN YEARS BEFORE BEING ELECTED, BEING SHERIFF WAS OVERWHELMING WHEN FIRST APPOINTED HE STATED AND NOW THAT HE IS SETTLED IN FEELS HIS GROWTH AND EXPERIENCE WILL BENEFIT THE COMMUNITY IF RE-ELECTED AS SHERIFF AND COLLECTOR
REPUBLICAN JOHN COWART
REPUBLICAN JOHN COWART TALKS ABOUT
WHY HE FEELS HE IS THE BEST
CANDIDATE TO REPRESENT ARKANSAS
IN CONGRESS,(PRESS PLAY BELOW)
WHY HE FEELS HE IS THE BEST
CANDIDATE TO REPRESENT ARKANSAS
IN CONGRESS,(PRESS PLAY BELOW)
RUNNING FOR POLK COUNTY TREASURER
Chief Deputy Treasurer Tanya K. Fretz has announced that she will seek the position of Polk County Treasurer. She has served as Chief Deputy Treasurer under Pam Miller since April 2011. Prior to working in the Treasurers office, she worked as Deputy Clerk for County Clerk, Terri Harrison for ten years. She has lived in Polk County for 16 years. She holds an Associate of Arts Degree from Rich Mountain Community College. She is married to Mark Fretz, and has two children, Talyssa age 15 and Chandler age 11."I believe my time spent working in the courthouse for the past 11 years and the experience that I have gained makes me a qualified candidate for this position. I take pride in my work and the business of Polk County. Your vote and support will be greatly appreciated. I am excited at the chance to serve the people of the county.”
Sun unleashes X-5 Class solar flare
Major Solar Flare: Big sunspot AR1429 has unleashed another major flare. This one is the strongest yet, an X5-class eruption on March 7th at 00:28 UT. NASA’s Solar Dynamics Observatory recorded the extreme UV flash: This eruption hurled a bright CME into space, shown here in a movie from the Solar Dynamics Observatory. Although the CME is not squarely Earth-directed, it appears direct enough to deliver a glancing blow to our planet’s magnetic field on March 8-9. This would add to the magnetic unrest already underway at high latitudes. The flare also accelerated energetic protons toward Earth, triggering an S3-class solar radiation storm, in progress. Such a storm is mainly a nuisance to satellites, causing occasional reboots of onboard computers and adding noise to imaging systems
1A STATE BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT
The Acorn Lady Tigers played their first State Tournament game Tuesday, February 28th versus Midland at SAU in Magnolia. The Acorn Lady Tigers came away with a win in a hard fought game 74-72 to advance to a game Friday at 1pm versus Mt Vernon-Enola a winner over Weiner 53-52 in overtime. The Acorn Lady Tigers continued their winning sweep in the State Tournament by beating Mt Vernon-Enola by the score of 59-48 in a Quarter-final game. Once again the Acorn Lady Tigers were led in scoring by the Jackson sisters, Jasmine and Abby. Jasmine scored 23 points and her sister Abby scored 11. With the win the Acorn Lady Tigers advanced to a Semi-final game Saturday, March 3rd against Kingston a 42-41 winner over the Wickes Lady Warriors Friday.
IT WAS CLOSE FOR THE MOST PART THROUGH THE ENTIRE GAME BETWEEN THE ACORN LADY TIGERS AND KINGSTON GIRLS SATURDAY(MARCH 3RD) NIGHT IN THEIR 1A STATE TOURNAMENT SEMI-FINAL GAME. ACORN LED 10-7 AT THE END OF THE 1ST QUARTER, WHILE KINGSTON LED AT THE HALF 19-17.
IT WAS CLOSE AT THE END OF THE THIRD QUARTER WITH KINGSTON LEADING 30-29. WHEN FOULS WERE CALLED ON KINGSTON THE ACORN LADY TIGERS FREE THROW SHOOTING WAS NOT AS GOOD AS IT USUALLY IS IN THE 2ND HALF. THIS IN PART LED TO THE KINGSTON WIN AT THE END 42-41.
IT ALSO DID NOT HELP THAT ABBY JACKSON FOULED OUT OF THE GAME. THE TANDEM OF ABBY AND JASMINE WAS MISSING FOR A GOOD PART OF THE 4TH QUARTER. JASMINE JACKSON TOOK A SHOT WITH 2 SECONDS LEFT ON THE CLOCK AND MISSED. IT APPEARED JASMINE WAS FOULED TO OUR PLAY BY PLAY MAN, BUT NO FOUL WAS CALLED. THUS ENDED THE GAME.
JASMINE JACKSON LED THE ACORN LADY TIGER SCORERS WITH 20 POINTS. HERE SISTER ABBY HAD 12 POINTS. TIFFANY BAYNE HAD 6 POINTS AND TIMMERY ADAMS HAD 2 POINTS WHILE PAGE LOONEY ADDED A FREE THROW.
WE HERE AT KENA WOULD LIKE TO SALUTE THE EFFORT OF THE ACORN LADY TIGERS ALL THROUGH THE BASKETBALL SEASON, ESPECIALLY IN THE REGIONAL AND STATE TOURNAMENTS. WAY TO GO GIRLS! YOU CAN HOLD YOUR HEADS UP. YOU STROVE TO DO YOUR BEST!
The Wickes Lady Warriors played their first State Tournament game Thursday, March 1st at SAU in Magnolia and soundly defeated the Sacred Heart Sr Girls 58-30. The Wickes Lady Warriors were led by sisters Danielle and Kelsey Frachiseur. Danielle scored 24 points while Kelsey scored 15 points. The Wickes Lady Warriors advanced to a game Friday, March 2nd versus Kingston a 52-44 winner over Viola. THE WICKES LADY WARRIORS LOST A HEARTBREAKER TO KINGSTON 42-41 DESPITE VALIANT EFFORT BY THE WHOLE SQUAD INCLUDING DANIELLE AND KELSEY FRACHISEUR. DANIELLE SCORED 19 POINTS WHILE HER SISTER KELSEY SCORED 9 POINTS. WE AT KENA ARE PROUD OF THE EFFORT OF THE WICKES LADY WARRIORS THROUGHOUT THE SEASON AND ESPECIALLY DURING THE REGIONAL AND STATE TOURNAMENTS. WAY TO GO GIRLS!
Saturday February the 11th the Acorn Jr. Lady Tigers played Kirby in the District Championship. Even though they fell to Kirby they were very proud to take home the title of runner up in district this year. The Ladies had an outstanding season only losing one game in regular season play. Another accomplishment was becoming runner up in the Umpire Tournament against Deirks.
ACORN LADY TIGERS
Click the picture to the left to keep up with Acorn Lady Tigers State Tournament details on the Sports Page!
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THE ACORN SENIOR GIRLS BASKETBALL TEAM BEAT MT VERNON-ENOLA 59 TO 48 FRIDAY, MARCH 2ND IN THE 1A STATE TOURNEY AT SOUTHERN ARKANSAS UNIVERSITY. THE ACORN GIRLS PLAYED SATURDAY(MARCH 3RD) VERSUS KINGSTON IN THE SEMI FINALS. THE ACORN LADY TIGERS FOUGHT HARD BUT LOST A HEARTBREAKER 42-41 TO KINGSTON TO END THEIR SEASON. MORE DETAILS ON THE GAME ARE ON THE SPORTS PAGE OF THIS WEBPAGE.
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AWESOME
FISHING TOURNAMENT
TEAM BASSMASTERS WILL HAVE A TOURNAMENT SATURDAY ON DEQUEEN LAKE –SPONSORED BY PAGE ENTERPRISES—POLK COUNTY FARMERS—LIMETREE RESTRAUNT—E AND E INSULATION AND ROOFING—BROOKS ICE COMPANY AND FREEDOM PHARMACY---TAKE OFF WILL BE SAFE LIGHT FROM OAK GROVE DAM SITE AND WEIGH IN WILL BE AT 2PM FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT DWAYNE AT 479-234-2766
TOUCH THE PICTURE TO SEE IT LIVE SATURDAY NIGHT
Mars will make a close approach to Earth Saturday (March 3), and interested
skywatchers can follow the action live online.
Every 26 months, the orbits of Earth and Mars align such that the two planets form a relatively straight line with the sun. This cosmic event is called an
opposition, because the Red Planet sits on the exact opposite side of Earth from
the sun. Mars will be in opposition to Earth Saturday, and it will be visible even to
stargazers under the cloudiest of skies. That's because the online Slooh Space
Camera will broadcast a free, real-time feed of the Mars opposition, beginning
at 11:00 p.m. EST (0400 GMT on March 4).
Slooh will provide footage from multiple observatories around the world,
including Arizona and the Canary Islands off the coast of Africa. (JUST CLICK THE PICTURE TO THE LEFT TO SEE IT LIVE)
skywatchers can follow the action live online.
Every 26 months, the orbits of Earth and Mars align such that the two planets form a relatively straight line with the sun. This cosmic event is called an
opposition, because the Red Planet sits on the exact opposite side of Earth from
the sun. Mars will be in opposition to Earth Saturday, and it will be visible even to
stargazers under the cloudiest of skies. That's because the online Slooh Space
Camera will broadcast a free, real-time feed of the Mars opposition, beginning
at 11:00 p.m. EST (0400 GMT on March 4).
Slooh will provide footage from multiple observatories around the world,
including Arizona and the Canary Islands off the coast of Africa. (JUST CLICK THE PICTURE TO THE LEFT TO SEE IT LIVE)
TIME TO ENROLL AT R.M.C.C.
A college education and advanced training are vital in today's economy. Don't let your financial situation be a barrier to obtainingthe education and skills you need to compete or give you an edge in the job market. Bring in your 2011 tax return and meet with the admissions and financial aid staff at Rich Mountain Community College. The fall 2012 scholarship deadline is March 1st. Apply at RMCC in Mena, Waldron, or Mount Ida and get started on a new OR better career - TODAY!
SHERIFFS REPORT
POLK COUNTY SHERIFF MIKE GODFREY HAS RELEASED THE SHERIFFS LOG LISTEN BELOW TO THE FULL REPORT
GARDENING SEMINAR
ITS ALMOST TIME TIME PLANT YOUR GARDEN , IF YOUR LOOKING TO LEARN MORE --THERE’S A VEGETABLE GARDENING SEMINAR CONDUCTED BY DR. CRAIG ANDERSON FROM THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS TAKING PLACE TOMORROW 3/1/12 AT 630PM IN THE RICH MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY COLLEGE LECTURE HALL-- LOCATED IN THE SPENCER BUILDING ON CAMPUS AND BEST OF ALL THERES NO NEED TO PRE-REGISTER---ITS FREE—FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT CARLA VAUGHT AT 479-394-6018