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Decked Out for the Fourth of July
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Hospital Board Meets
by Sara King
The Bradley County Medical Center Board of Directors met on Thursday, June 25. The meeting was called to order at 12:30 p.m. The Department Head presenter for this month was Clayton Winters from the Purchasing Department. Winters told the board that his department has two full-time employees and one part-time employee. He told the board that BCMC is a part of the Health Trust Buying Group. Other hospitals in our area are also part of this group including Chicot Memorial Medical Center in Lake Village, Ouachita County Medical Center in Camden, Medical Center of South Arkansas in El Dorado, Drew Memorial in Monticello, and Delta Memorial Hospital in Dumas. The minutes from the previous meeting were approved. Brandon Gorman gave the Financial Reports to the board. Dr. Joe Warton made medical staff recommendations. Rex Jones gave the executive update. He spoke about the implications of the Supreme Court’s ruling on King v. Burwell. Jones told the board that he is working with some agencies to find a temporary physician to cover OB while Dr. Worley is on medical leave. Jones told the board about the Hospital Operations meeting that he attended with Representative Jeff Wardlaw. Jones also told the board about the new guidelines for the measurement of radiation given to patients during CT examinations. Because BCMC’s current CT is not capable of that level of monitoring, they are evaluating the impact that this will make and if it makes sense financially to purchase the upgrade. Jones gave the board an update on the building project and the new portable X-Ray Unit. Brandon Gorman gave the board information on the Property Insurance Renewal for the hospital. The board then went into executive session to discuss personnel changes. The next meeting will be July 23, 2015.
The Bradley County Medical Center Board of Directors met on Thursday, June 25. The meeting was called to order at 12:30 p.m. The Department Head presenter for this month was Clayton Winters from the Purchasing Department. Winters told the board that his department has two full-time employees and one part-time employee. He told the board that BCMC is a part of the Health Trust Buying Group. Other hospitals in our area are also part of this group including Chicot Memorial Medical Center in Lake Village, Ouachita County Medical Center in Camden, Medical Center of South Arkansas in El Dorado, Drew Memorial in Monticello, and Delta Memorial Hospital in Dumas. The minutes from the previous meeting were approved. Brandon Gorman gave the Financial Reports to the board. Dr. Joe Warton made medical staff recommendations. Rex Jones gave the executive update. He spoke about the implications of the Supreme Court’s ruling on King v. Burwell. Jones told the board that he is working with some agencies to find a temporary physician to cover OB while Dr. Worley is on medical leave. Jones told the board about the Hospital Operations meeting that he attended with Representative Jeff Wardlaw. Jones also told the board about the new guidelines for the measurement of radiation given to patients during CT examinations. Because BCMC’s current CT is not capable of that level of monitoring, they are evaluating the impact that this will make and if it makes sense financially to purchase the upgrade. Jones gave the board an update on the building project and the new portable X-Ray Unit. Brandon Gorman gave the board information on the Property Insurance Renewal for the hospital. The board then went into executive session to discuss personnel changes. The next meeting will be July 23, 2015.
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Warren/Hermitage Officials Attend Municipal League
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| Warren Alderman Marty Reep and Deputy Director of Arkansas Municipal League Ken Wasson |
Alderman Henderson serves on the Executive Committee of the league and Mayor Martin is on the board that operates the worker compensation program for all league cities. Those attending heard from state officials including Governor Hutchinson and took part in a number of training and educational sessions.
The Arkansas Municipal League is an association made up of 500 Arkansas cities and towns and works to assist the local governments and advocates on their behalf with both the state legislature and the United States Congress.
Hermitage was awarded the Four Start Award for excellence in loss control at the Wednesday evening opening banquet.
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Tomatoes at the Trotter
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| Dr. Stark welcomes guests to Tomatoes at the Trotter |
Prior to the meal, guests sampled a variety of heirloom tomatoes provided by Terry and Julie Donnelly Deepwood Farms. The guests voted for their favorite heirloom tomato.
Following the welcome, patrons of the event dined on a delicious meal planned by Chef Thomas Bedward of Aramark Food Service. The menu began with Carolina Gold and German Pink Marinated Tomato and Avocado Salad. The entree was Roasted Flank Steak with Arkansas Travelers Chutney. Side dishes consisted of Baked Zucchini/Squash and Red Zebra Au Gratin and Cherokee Purple Tomato, Gorgonzola and Prosciutto Polenta Cakes. For dessert guests enjoyed Nyagous Tomato and Goat Cheese Cheesecake with Fresh Aromatic Berries.
Innkeeper Lisa Kelly manages the Trotter House and also welcomed the attendees to the event. A program about the "Market in the Park", "Monticello Community Gardens", and "Master Gardener Program of Arkansas" was presented.
At the conclusion of the evening the winning heirloom tomatoes for best taste were:
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| Amana Yellow Take 1st Place |
5th Place - Cherokee Purple
4th Place - Arkansas Traveler
3rd Place - Dr. Wyche Yellow Tomato
2nd Place - Redfield Beauty
1st Place - Amana Orange Tomato
Funds raised through the event are used to support tomato research and development.
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UAM Community Education To Offer Second Annual “Kids University” July 20-23
The program, called Kids University, will feature morning sessions from 9 a.m. to 12 noon for students entering grades one through three and afternoon sessions from 1-5 p.m. for students entering grades four through six.
“Our focus is to cultivate new interests, expand knowledge, and spark imagination and creativity while providing a non-graded environment for personal growth and development,” explained Memorie Dickson, coordinator of community education. “We are committed to enhancing the love and adventure of learning while developing well-rounded children who will seek college educations in their futures.”
Classes include a variety of topics, from sports skills to engineering, science and math as well as dance, art and making healthy food choices. Students may choose three classes and two alternates. A full schedule of classes (with course descriptions) is available at www.uamont.edu/pages/resources/community-education/.<http://www.uamont.edu/pages/resources/community-education/.>
Tuition is $75 and includes a T-shirt and all supplies unless specifically stated in the course description. For more information, contact Memorie Dickson at (870) 460-1327.
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CCC Cable Announces Major Cable TV Upgrade in Drew and Bradley Counties
Work is already underway for a massive upgrade to CCC’s Monticello Headend transitioning to a 100% digital signal for all of the customers it serves in Monticello, Drew County, Wilmar, Warren and Bradley County. Upon completion of this upgrade, CCC Cable customers will be able to enjoy High Definition on all Basic Cable programming with more HD channels, better sound quality, and increased stability for their internet service. This upgraded lineup is scheduled to launch on Monday, August 31, 2015.
To be ready for the new system, Customers will only need a Digital Cable-Ready TV set. If they are currently able to see HD programming now on all TV’s in the home, they will be ready to go!
For more information about Digital Cable Ready TV’s you can visit this link: http://ccc-cable.com/what-tvs-are-digital-cable-ready/
If the customer has TV’s that are not able to receive CCC’s digital channels now (for example, 128 or 66-4), CCC has announced they will provide FOR NO CHARGE a converter for any tv sets that are not digital ready. CCC is asking for customers to call their local Warren number, 466-7550, ASAP to ensure they can get their free converter before the analog signal goes dark to prevent interruption in TV viewing.
Customers using a DVR or Digital Converter will not have to do anything the day of the transition. The new lineup will be automatically sent to those converters. Customers receiving HD without a DVR will only have to run a channel search with the TV’s remote to pick up channels in their new locations.
Bill Copeland said: “It is our pleasure to be your local Cable TV, Internet and Digital Phone service provider. We look forward to serving Warren with the latest technology, giving you the best customer service over any other provider.”
More information about this announcement can be found on CCC’s website, www.ccc-cable.com. You can also follow CCC on Facebook for updates.
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To be ready for the new system, Customers will only need a Digital Cable-Ready TV set. If they are currently able to see HD programming now on all TV’s in the home, they will be ready to go!
For more information about Digital Cable Ready TV’s you can visit this link: http://ccc-cable.com/what-tvs-are-digital-cable-ready/
If the customer has TV’s that are not able to receive CCC’s digital channels now (for example, 128 or 66-4), CCC has announced they will provide FOR NO CHARGE a converter for any tv sets that are not digital ready. CCC is asking for customers to call their local Warren number, 466-7550, ASAP to ensure they can get their free converter before the analog signal goes dark to prevent interruption in TV viewing.
Customers using a DVR or Digital Converter will not have to do anything the day of the transition. The new lineup will be automatically sent to those converters. Customers receiving HD without a DVR will only have to run a channel search with the TV’s remote to pick up channels in their new locations.
Bill Copeland said: “It is our pleasure to be your local Cable TV, Internet and Digital Phone service provider. We look forward to serving Warren with the latest technology, giving you the best customer service over any other provider.”
More information about this announcement can be found on CCC’s website, www.ccc-cable.com. You can also follow CCC on Facebook for updates.
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School of Forestry and Natural Resources To Host Drew County Log-A-Load for Kids
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Ozark Mountain Poultry Makes Contribution To City Of Warren
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| Fire Chief Howard Edwards, OMP Facilities Manager Jeff Coffman, Captain Larry Hayes, Mayor Bryan Martin, and OMP Plant Manager Ken Johnson |
On hand to receive the new suites on behalf of the City were Mayor Bryan Martin, Fire Chief Howard Edwards and Captain Larry Hayes of the Warren Fire Department. Jeff Coffman , Facilities Manager and Plant Manager Ken Johnson with OMP presented the items to the city.
Mayor Martin and Chief Edwards expressed their thanks to OMP for the generous contribution to the City of Warren.
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Gannaway Drug Store Broken Into
Warren Police Officers were dispatched to Gannaway Drug Store around 4:24 A.M. Sunday morning June 28th in reference to a glass breakage alarm on the south side of the building. Offices were on the site within a minute but the people or person was gone. Lt. Hildreth arrive soon after and begin investigating. It appears cough syrup with codeine was taken. According to Lt. Hildreth, the case appears to be a smash and grab breakin which is carried out very rapidly. Information provided the Warren P.D. from departments in other cities in South Arkansas indicate similar breakins have occurred in neighboring communities.
The Warren Police Department is continuing to investigate and urges all businesses and homes to do everything possible to make your property safe and difficult to break into. Please call the police for suggestions and advice.
The Warren Police Department is continuing to investigate and urges all businesses and homes to do everything possible to make your property safe and difficult to break into. Please call the police for suggestions and advice.
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Two Fire Calls June 26th
Often times it seems emergency calls come in bunches, and on June 26th the Warren Fire Department responded to two separate calls just hours apart. In both cases no one was hurt and there was no serious damage.
At 7:17 P.M. the department was dispatched to 1100 South Martin Street to a mobile home park. The call was to lot #26 and while it reported as a fire, it turned out to be a natural gas leak. Eleven firemen and one city fire engine answered the call. They secured the area and called Centerpoint Entergy who responded and made repairs.
Later that night at 11:47 P.M. the department was called to the Armstrong Plant located in the Industrial Park due to a sawdust bin fire. The Warren Fire Department had 12 firemen and three fire engines on site. Bradley County Rural assisted with five fireman and one engine. In addition the ambulance service responded in case of any accident and the Warren Street Department sent equipment to help move materials within the bin. There was no serious damage and the mill continued to operate.
Fire Chief Howard Edwards informed SRC that five Warren Firemen attended the recent State Fire Convention held June 25-28 in Hot Springs. They received training and education relating to fire fighting techniques and fire prevention. The Warren City Council approved the firemen's attendance at the convention.
At 7:17 P.M. the department was dispatched to 1100 South Martin Street to a mobile home park. The call was to lot #26 and while it reported as a fire, it turned out to be a natural gas leak. Eleven firemen and one city fire engine answered the call. They secured the area and called Centerpoint Entergy who responded and made repairs.
Later that night at 11:47 P.M. the department was called to the Armstrong Plant located in the Industrial Park due to a sawdust bin fire. The Warren Fire Department had 12 firemen and three fire engines on site. Bradley County Rural assisted with five fireman and one engine. In addition the ambulance service responded in case of any accident and the Warren Street Department sent equipment to help move materials within the bin. There was no serious damage and the mill continued to operate.
Fire Chief Howard Edwards informed SRC that five Warren Firemen attended the recent State Fire Convention held June 25-28 in Hot Springs. They received training and education relating to fire fighting techniques and fire prevention. The Warren City Council approved the firemen's attendance at the convention.
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Warren School Board Meets in Executive Session for Transfers, Hires, and Resignations
The Warren School Board met Monday, June 29, at 6:00 p.m. in the administrative office for the purpose of approving transfers, hiring, and accepting resignations. After executive session, the board approved the following:
Transfers:
Mickie Starke transfer from WMS 8th grade English to Brunson 4th grade
Karen Ferguson from 6th grade Reading instructor to 6th grade Social Studies instructor
Involuntary Transfers:
Bryan Cornish from WMS Principal to WHS Principal
Kathy Cornish from EANVCS Assistant Principal to WMS Principal
Licensed Personnel Hires:
Justin Beth Woodard WHS Cheerleaders Sponsor
Justin Beth Woodard WMS Assistant Cheerleader Sponsor
Lauren Wilson WHS English Instructor
Joy Holley Special Education High School
Maribeth Hicks SEACBEC Business Instructor
Selena McCain Brunson English Instructor 5th Grade
Courtney Ferrell WHS English Instructor 9th grade
Amanda Pipes WMS English Instructor 8th grade
Ronda Lee Best KG Position ESNVCS
Classified Personnel Hires:
Catrina Tatum Federal Coordinator Secretary
Janice Sloan WMS Special Education Para Professional
Tiffany Hines Parapro 9 month contract NSLA Funds SEACBEC (ABC)
Accepted Resignations of Licensed Personnel:
Gary Jackson WHS Principal
Joy Jackson Brunson Literacy Instructor
SFC Robert A. Clements JROTC Instructor
Jeanette Wright Hooper 4th Grade Literacy Brunson
Melinda Anders Social Studies Instructor WMS
Rosalynda Ellis English Instructor WMS/WHS/Assistant WMC Cheerleading Sponsor
Daniel Gallegos ESNVCS 3rd Grade
Felecia Doster Dean of Students SEACBEC
Zack Wuichet Softball/Baseball Coach, Lit Lab
Christy Cathey Special Education at Brunson
Resignations Non Licensed:
Kashif Kincaid Computer Technician
Emily Wuichet Para Pro ESNVCS
Maribeth Hicks Federal Programs Coordinator/Bookkeeper
Transfers:
Mickie Starke transfer from WMS 8th grade English to Brunson 4th grade
Karen Ferguson from 6th grade Reading instructor to 6th grade Social Studies instructor
Involuntary Transfers:
Bryan Cornish from WMS Principal to WHS Principal
Kathy Cornish from EANVCS Assistant Principal to WMS Principal
Licensed Personnel Hires:
Justin Beth Woodard WHS Cheerleaders Sponsor
Justin Beth Woodard WMS Assistant Cheerleader Sponsor
Lauren Wilson WHS English Instructor
Joy Holley Special Education High School
Maribeth Hicks SEACBEC Business Instructor
Selena McCain Brunson English Instructor 5th Grade
Courtney Ferrell WHS English Instructor 9th grade
Amanda Pipes WMS English Instructor 8th grade
Ronda Lee Best KG Position ESNVCS
Classified Personnel Hires:
Catrina Tatum Federal Coordinator Secretary
Janice Sloan WMS Special Education Para Professional
Tiffany Hines Parapro 9 month contract NSLA Funds SEACBEC (ABC)
Accepted Resignations of Licensed Personnel:
Gary Jackson WHS Principal
Joy Jackson Brunson Literacy Instructor
SFC Robert A. Clements JROTC Instructor
Jeanette Wright Hooper 4th Grade Literacy Brunson
Melinda Anders Social Studies Instructor WMS
Rosalynda Ellis English Instructor WMS/WHS/Assistant WMC Cheerleading Sponsor
Daniel Gallegos ESNVCS 3rd Grade
Felecia Doster Dean of Students SEACBEC
Zack Wuichet Softball/Baseball Coach, Lit Lab
Christy Cathey Special Education at Brunson
Resignations Non Licensed:
Kashif Kincaid Computer Technician
Emily Wuichet Para Pro ESNVCS
Maribeth Hicks Federal Programs Coordinator/Bookkeeper
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Arrest Report: June 29, 2015
The following are innocent until proven guilty:
Joshua Deal, 122 Southern Ct., Warren, AR., age 23, charged with aggravated assault (6-22-15)
Michael Dustin Burns, 1423 W. Pine St., Warren, AR., age 22, charged with theft of property (6-26-15)
Sergio Vironche, 200 Beaumont St., Hamburg, AR. age 41, charged with DWI Alcohol, Driving on suspended licenses (6-27-15)
Erica Hampton, 1100 S. Myrtle St., Warren, AR., age 31, arrested on warrant (6-27-15)
Joshua Deal, 122 Southern Ct., Warren, AR., age 23, charged with aggravated assault (6-22-15)
Michael Dustin Burns, 1423 W. Pine St., Warren, AR., age 22, charged with theft of property (6-26-15)
Sergio Vironche, 200 Beaumont St., Hamburg, AR. age 41, charged with DWI Alcohol, Driving on suspended licenses (6-27-15)
Erica Hampton, 1100 S. Myrtle St., Warren, AR., age 31, arrested on warrant (6-27-15)
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Foster Grandparents: Share Today. Shape Tomorrow.
Foster grandparents:
- Are 55 years of age or above
- Can volunteer and average of 20 hours per week
- Meet income guidelines, and
- LOVE Children
Foster Grandparents receive an hourly stipend that is not counted as income; one meal Per day' travel reimbursement; monthly training; and THE OPPORTUNITY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE LIFE OF A CHILD!
Contact the Foster Grandparent office for more information or to request an application.
1022 Scogin Drive
Monticello, AR 71655
870-367-6848
FAX 870-367-9877
E-mail: rbusby@se2.k12.ar.us
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City Of Warren/Bradley County Schedules For July 4th
The City of Warren will not pick up garbage Friday July 3rd in celebration of the 4th of July. The Warren Municipal Building will also be closed.
Bradley County will not pick up garbage on the 3rd but will pick up households scheduled for that day on Thursday the 2nd. The Courthouse and county landfill will be closed on July 3rd.
The United States will turn 239 years old this year!
Bradley County will not pick up garbage on the 3rd but will pick up households scheduled for that day on Thursday the 2nd. The Courthouse and county landfill will be closed on July 3rd.
The United States will turn 239 years old this year!
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Firemen on Scene at Armstrong Tuesday Night
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Law Enforcement Makes Arrests, Recovers Stolen Guns
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CAPTAIN Movie Premiere Tickets Available Today From 7am-12pm At Mad Butcher Parking Lot
If you would like to attend the July 18 premiere of the Rob Reep film CAPTAIN, you can purchase tickets today, Wednesday, July 1, from 7am-12pm at the booth set up on the Mad Butcher parking lot.
Tickets cost $5 each.
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Tickets cost $5 each.
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Warren Forward to Offer Main Street Mini Grants
The Warren Forward Downtown Network met Thursday, June 25 at Golden Girls.
The group heard a report about the progress on renovation plans and fundraising for the W&OV Depot. They also heard about the assessment to be conducted on the Bryant's Building concerning asbestos. The discussed possible gofundme.com accounts to help raise revenue. Donna Lawhon reported that they are looking at possible grants to assist in the efforts. David King told the group that the cash that has been received and committed are being held for possible matching grants.
It was reported that a meeting is scheduled with building owners in the area of town designated at the Downtown Historic District. Ralph Wilcox will be in attendance to discuss benefits to the property owners, especially tax cuts. The majority in the district will have to agree in order to make this district official. Mr. King told the group that EAST student Samantha Satterlee had been a "real go getter" in gathering the names of all the business owners in the area.
The group was informed that $1000 has been awarded to them for the purpose of issuing Main Street mini grants. The committee decided to allow businesses to apply for funds in any amount up to $1000. They will then determine if they will give one grant of $1000 or several smaller grants. They further determined that the focus of the grants should be for building facades including signage. These grants will be matching one to one grants.
It was noted that the Downtown Conference for Arkansas, Louisiana, and Mississippi will be held September 14-16 in Little Rock. Members were encouraged to attend.
Mr. King introduced Vicky McDougald to the group and informed them that she is joining Warren Forward parttime at the Chamber to assist in fundraising and grant writing.
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The group heard a report about the progress on renovation plans and fundraising for the W&OV Depot. They also heard about the assessment to be conducted on the Bryant's Building concerning asbestos. The discussed possible gofundme.com accounts to help raise revenue. Donna Lawhon reported that they are looking at possible grants to assist in the efforts. David King told the group that the cash that has been received and committed are being held for possible matching grants.
It was reported that a meeting is scheduled with building owners in the area of town designated at the Downtown Historic District. Ralph Wilcox will be in attendance to discuss benefits to the property owners, especially tax cuts. The majority in the district will have to agree in order to make this district official. Mr. King told the group that EAST student Samantha Satterlee had been a "real go getter" in gathering the names of all the business owners in the area.
The group was informed that $1000 has been awarded to them for the purpose of issuing Main Street mini grants. The committee decided to allow businesses to apply for funds in any amount up to $1000. They will then determine if they will give one grant of $1000 or several smaller grants. They further determined that the focus of the grants should be for building facades including signage. These grants will be matching one to one grants.
It was noted that the Downtown Conference for Arkansas, Louisiana, and Mississippi will be held September 14-16 in Little Rock. Members were encouraged to attend.
Mr. King introduced Vicky McDougald to the group and informed them that she is joining Warren Forward parttime at the Chamber to assist in fundraising and grant writing.
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Karen Richardson Speaks to Rotary
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