The Warren Police Department responded to a 911 call at 4:00 a.m. Saturday, May 28 to the Bradley Apartments near the Bradley School. Upon arrival they found that Blake Harris, a 2009 Warren High School graduate and all-conference football player for the Warren Lumberjacks, has died as a result of a stabbing. They arrested Courtney Temple. According to the police investigator, they anticipate a hearing as early as Monday. No further information is available at this time.
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Overnight Stabbing Leaves One Dead
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Arrest Report: May 29, 2016
The following are innocent until proven guilty:
Tyrone Harris, 1234 Willow St., Fordyce, AR., age 41, arrested on warran x2 (5-23-16)
Ronnie Ryne, 1536 U.S. Hwy. 63 S., Warren, AR., age 49, charged with no seat belt, driving on suspended license 95-25-16)
Laura Thompson, 114 Longview Rd., Wilmar, AR., age 20, charged with shoplifting (5-25-16)
Bilian Lira, #5 Laura Lee Lane, Warren, AR., age 22, charged with no driver's license
Tyrone Ozell Moman, (no address listed), arrested on warrant (5-22-16)
Heidth Cruz, 242 Doug Lane, Dumas, AR., age 19, charged with DWI, No Driver's License, and Monor in Possession (5-28-16)
Courtney Temple, 804 Abernathy St., Bradley Square Apts #12, Warren, AR., age 23, charged with homicide, murder (5-28-15)
Michael Norment, 211 Columbia Rd. 436, Stephens, AR., age 36, charged with BWI (5-28-16)
Roger Lee Boswell, 505 Mentor St. Apt. 2, Fordyce, AR., age 54, charged with Drinking in Public and Resisting Arrest (5-28-16)
Tyrone Butler, 203 Bradley St., Warren, AR., age 51, charged with disorderly conduct (5-29-16)
Tyrone Harris, 1234 Willow St., Fordyce, AR., age 41, arrested on warran x2 (5-23-16)
Ronnie Ryne, 1536 U.S. Hwy. 63 S., Warren, AR., age 49, charged with no seat belt, driving on suspended license 95-25-16)
Laura Thompson, 114 Longview Rd., Wilmar, AR., age 20, charged with shoplifting (5-25-16)
Bilian Lira, #5 Laura Lee Lane, Warren, AR., age 22, charged with no driver's license
Tyrone Ozell Moman, (no address listed), arrested on warrant (5-22-16)
Heidth Cruz, 242 Doug Lane, Dumas, AR., age 19, charged with DWI, No Driver's License, and Monor in Possession (5-28-16)
Courtney Temple, 804 Abernathy St., Bradley Square Apts #12, Warren, AR., age 23, charged with homicide, murder (5-28-15)
Michael Norment, 211 Columbia Rd. 436, Stephens, AR., age 36, charged with BWI (5-28-16)
Roger Lee Boswell, 505 Mentor St. Apt. 2, Fordyce, AR., age 54, charged with Drinking in Public and Resisting Arrest (5-28-16)
Tyrone Butler, 203 Bradley St., Warren, AR., age 51, charged with disorderly conduct (5-29-16)
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Experience Works Holds "Older Worker" Event
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| Mrs. Sharon Morgan gives program details. |
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| Mrs. Jonalyn Reep speaks to attendees. |
Jonalyn Reep, Director of SEABEC, spoke and talked about the benefits of the program and how much older workers contribute to our workforce with their dedication and work ethic. Sharon Morgan provided more details of the program and introduced four participants from the local region.
A gift and certificate was presented to:
Ruby Miller-Rison Senior Center
Helon Frosh-Adult Education, SEABEC
Michael Young-Warren School District
Rebecca Gilbert-UAM
All four took part in the Work Experience training and now have jobs.
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| Mayor Bryan Martin reads proclamation. |
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New Officer Sworn in by Judge Anderson
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$75,000 Bond Set for Female Arrested in Stabbing Case
A probable cause hearing was held Monday, May 29 for Courtney Temple who has been accused of the fatal stabbing of Blake Harris. Bond was set at $75,000. As of Monday, she remained incarcerated.
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Bradley County Remembers Those Who Paid the Ultimate Sacrifice
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| Left to Right: Harry L. McCaskill and Marion Boswell carry wreath to be placed at the Memorial Marker. |
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| RDeWayne Banks sings the National Anthem. |
The Wreath-Laying Ceremony began with the National Anthem played and sung by RDeWayne Banks. The crowd gathered for the event joined in the singing.
Following the National Anthem, Reverend Victor Hunter, the Chaplain for the Bradley County Veterans led the attendees in prayer which was followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
Marion Boswell and Harry Lee McCaskill placed the wreath at the memorial monument on the court square.
Mr. Banks played and sang "God Bless America". The program concluded with the Playing of TAPS.
The crowd then moved to the First Presbyterian Church and was joined by many more for the memorial program. Reverend Philip Faris directed the congregation to observe a moment of silence.
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| Randall Herring presents patriotic songs accompanied by Ruth Lephiew on keyboard. |
Randall Herring played all five of the songs representing each branch of the service on his clarinet. As each musical selection was played, attendees stood as their branch's song was played. Following this tribute, Mr. Herring on saxophone accompanied by his sister, Ruth Lephiew, on keyboard played a number of patriotic songs. The congregation joined in the singing of these.
David Richey, Chief Executive Director of the Donald W. Reynolds Y, delivered the keynote address for the day. He told the crowd, "Freedom is not a license to do whatever you desire. It is a responsibility."
After the singing of "God Bless America", TAPS was played to conclude the program.
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| David Richey delivered a powerful and moving tribute and message. |
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State 10-Penny Art Contest Winners from Bradley County Announced
In Class 1 for 9th and 10th grades: Pencil Drawing, Kayla Pruitt with "Alice and the Wonderland", 2nd place.
In Class 11 for 11th and 12th grades: Multi-medium, Ariel Belin with "Pie in the Sky", 3rd place.
In Class 11 for 11th and 12th grades: Multi-medium, Carlos Navarro with "Arachnophia", Honorable Mention.
In Class 11 for 11th and 12th grades: Multi-medium, Caitlin Russell with "Tree of Color", Honorable Mention.
Many other GFWC Warren Woman's Club contest winners can be found on the School Page. Check them out!
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GFWCA Receives First Place Award for Community Improvement
Warren's club also received first place in Public Issues (Christmas Tour), Advocates for Children (Santa Train), Communication and Public Relations, Five Point Star Achievement, Scrapbook, and Newsletter. Second place awards: Arts, Women's History and Resource Center. Third place: Education and International Out Reach.
Sandra Gatling, local member, placed first in five categories of photography; first in art-acrylic, mixed media, and overall Betty Gene Sparks
traveling trophy. Diane Parnell, also a local member, placed first in poetry and short story.
Several students from Hermitage and Warren also received recognition: Poetry-Talia Poole-first place; Erica Corker- second, Victoria ONeill- second, Raily Greenwood- second. Short Story-Alan McGhee-second, Mattie West-second, and Jolie Trussell-second.
Students placing in Ten Penny Art: Kayla Pruitt (pencil) second; Arial Belin (multi media) third; Caitlin Russell (multi media) honorable mention; and Carlos Navarro (multi media) honorable mention.
Diane Fowler was installed as the incoming state president for 2016-2018 and was honored by the Warren Club with a reception after the
banquet.
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More Volunteer Efforts to Paint the Town in a Better Light
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| WHS Art Instructor Laura McKinney works to make downtown more festive. |
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| Anne O'Neill paints scenes on the front of the Bryant building |
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Museum and GFWCA Warren Woman's Club to Host PTF Art Show
After studying the history of the tomato industry in Bradley County and the impact tomatoes had on the area, students used their artistic ability to create the artwork. Hermitage students are taught by Libby Stracner and Cheryl Moring is the art teacher at Warren Eastside School.
Bradley County Historical Museum is housed in the historic John Wilson Martin House at 200 Ash Street in Warren on the corner of Walnut and Ash. The Museum is easily accessible from downtown and is located directly behind the Warren YMCA.
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Bradley County Hospital Board Meeting
The Bradley County Medical Center Hospital Board meet for their monthly meeting May, 26th in the conference room of the Hospital. Kalanzia Scott, Medical Records Director, made a presentation to the members explaining the work done by the department and the number of employees that serve medical records. Each board meeting a different department head updates the board on that department's activities and functions.
CFO Brandon Gorman then went over all financial reports and informed the board that the hospital had a net gain of $411,650.00 for the month of April, 2016. Home Health statistics were also provided.
Dr. Joe Wharton made a recommendation that the following individuals be appointed or reappointed with privileges to Bradley County Medical Center:
Jodi Barboza, M.D., RAPA
Karen Chase, M. D., ER/ESS
Scott Claycomb, M.D., Opthalmology
Debasis Das, M.D., Cardiology
Michael Huber, M.D., Cardiology
Stephan Pinkerton, M.D., ER/ESS
Justin Powell, M.D., Psychiatry
Estelle Rutledge, M.D., OB/GYN
Stephen Sturdivant, M.D., Pathology
Mark White, M.D., RAPA
J. Adam Yancy, M.D., RAPA
All were approved.
Tiffany Holland then gave the report on nursing operations and Administrator Rex Jones submitted an Executive report. Mr. Jones talked about planning for a new clinic for doctors and the rehab services conducted at the Brunson Complex. He indicated a new director is expected there within a few weeks.
The board was informed that Dr. Beverly Love will work at least two weekends per month to provide OB coverage and allow some off time for Dr. Worley. Members were also told that the Littlefield property has been purchased and now belongs to the hospital.
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CFO Brandon Gorman then went over all financial reports and informed the board that the hospital had a net gain of $411,650.00 for the month of April, 2016. Home Health statistics were also provided.
Dr. Joe Wharton made a recommendation that the following individuals be appointed or reappointed with privileges to Bradley County Medical Center:
Jodi Barboza, M.D., RAPA
Karen Chase, M. D., ER/ESS
Scott Claycomb, M.D., Opthalmology
Debasis Das, M.D., Cardiology
Michael Huber, M.D., Cardiology
Stephan Pinkerton, M.D., ER/ESS
Justin Powell, M.D., Psychiatry
Estelle Rutledge, M.D., OB/GYN
Stephen Sturdivant, M.D., Pathology
Mark White, M.D., RAPA
J. Adam Yancy, M.D., RAPA
All were approved.
Tiffany Holland then gave the report on nursing operations and Administrator Rex Jones submitted an Executive report. Mr. Jones talked about planning for a new clinic for doctors and the rehab services conducted at the Brunson Complex. He indicated a new director is expected there within a few weeks.
The board was informed that Dr. Beverly Love will work at least two weekends per month to provide OB coverage and allow some off time for Dr. Worley. Members were also told that the Littlefield property has been purchased and now belongs to the hospital.
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Warren Band Rehearsal Schedule for June Announced
"Thursday rehearsal June 9th: 9:30 - 11:30 at WHS Band hall.
Friday rehearsal June 10th: 9:30 - 11:30 at WHS Band hall.
Saturday parade June 11th: Schedule to be determined and passed out at rehearsals
Please locate your band t-shirt.
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Friday rehearsal June 10th: 9:30 - 11:30 at WHS Band hall.
Saturday parade June 11th: Schedule to be determined and passed out at rehearsals
Please locate your band t-shirt.
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P.A.W.S. Set to Host PTF Dog Show
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SouthArk Announces Spring Graduates
EL DORADO—South Arkansas Community College has announced its spring graduates, who were recognized in a commencement ceremony in May.
From Bearden
Associate’s degree: Jessica Rene Cochran, physical therapist assistant.
From Calion
Technical certificate: Rocio Hernandez, pre-health science.
Certificate of proficiency: Taylor McElroy, Montana Staples, hair care.
From Camden
Associate’s degree: Stephanie Davis Fletcher, Colton William Parker, PTA.
Technical certificate: Kayla Ann Camp, Sydney Breck Funderburg (with high honors), Shelly Dearman Gilbert (with honors), Chassity Griffin, Yolanda Jackson, Brittney Lewis, Demetria Lynn Rone (with honors), pre-health science; Rebekah Hansley, computer information technology.
From Carthage
Associate’s degree: Amber Nicole Ray, education (cum laude).
Technical Certificate: Amber Nicole Ray, education (cum laude).
From Crossett
Associate’s degree: Tina Marie Dunn (cum laude), William Austin Keith, PTA; Carmen Danielle Gammel, general business; Ryan Mann (summa cum laude), liberal arts.
Technical certificate: Carmen Danielle Gammel, Sonja Kesee accounting.
Certificate of proficiency: Austin Kelley, welding-tungsten inert gas.
From Delight
Certificate of proficiency: John Paul Watson, automotive diagnostics and automotive maintenance.
From DeWitt
Associate’s degree: Bailey Michelle Simpson (magna cum laude), PTA.
From El Dorado
Associate’s degree: Demonica Patreece Anderson, Cavorcia Carter, Carol Modica-Moore (magna cum laude), criminal justice; Roberto Napoleon Badillo (cum laude), Seidmond Evans, Reese Howard Jones, Brandon Lee Rivers, Joe Caleb Wood, process technology; Briton Beal, Grecia Chavezbetancourt, (magna cum laude), Angel Emmanuel Espinosa, Coolidge Johnson, Hannah Lockhart, Eureka Malone, Jennifer Matlock (magna cum laude), Dakota Short, Hanna Smith (magna cum laude), Eric Stevens, Marcus DeAngelo Tatum, Kyle Ernst Young, liberal arts; LaQuisha Cage, Karen Cunningham (cum laude), Tracy Michelle Goodwin (cum laude), Jill Pickett, Jonathan Heath Strickland (cum laude), general business; William Michael Dornan, Allyson Blaire Meeks, PTA; Lesley Drummond (cum laude), Brittany Thurlkill, office occupations; Noe Flores, computer information technology; Ricky Hicks Jr., Alexis Tubbs (cum laude), general technology; Hope Elise Parker, Carrie Joyce Wilson, education; Angela Rettig, Romonda LaToria Williams, early childhood education.
Technical certificate: Brittany Armstrong, Jacob Daniels, Coolidge Johnson, Ethan Jones (with high honors), Cody Kent, Hannah Lockhart, Taylor McLelland, Jessica Patterson (with honors), Anna Smith, Hanna Smith (magna cum laude), Eric Stevens, Taylor Walters (with honors), Jaevon Williams, Jayme Young (with honors), general studies; Jessica Becerra, Brittany Butler, Lidia Custodio, Terron Daniels, Stephanie Yonell Famous, Madyson Gartman, Marcedis Govan, Kelly Hargett (with honors), Courtney Elaine Hemrich, Shartavia Jones (with honors), Austin Kersey, Holly Laird, Tequeshia McKoy, Melody Crystal Meeks, Meagan Michele Michael (with honors), Lacey O'Gwin (with honors), Mittie Owens (with honors), Jessica Patterson (with honors), Meagan Post, Christopher Michael Prothro (with high honors), Johnetta Smith Roberts, Abigail Anne Stocks (with highest honors), Taylor Walters (with honors), Sarah Grace Walthall, Keely Young (with honors), pre-health science; Brayan Misael Chavez, Christina Drummond (highest honors), Aaron Hannegan, Cody James Long, Jose Torres, automotive service technology; Darrell Wayne Davis, welding layout and pipefitting plus welding-TIG; Noe Flores, Breana Gafford, computer information technology; William Mason Gandy, industrial technology-mechatronics; Hunter Graves, welding technology; Jessica Honeycutt (with high honors), Michael Luis Leal, Tina Mitchell (with honors), accounting; Shauna Mason, Romonda LaToria Williams, early childhood education; Kathy McElveen (with honors), Jacob McMurrian, Jonathan Heath Strickland (cum laude), general business; Dacovis Jeshun McMurrain, Marcus DeAngelo Tatum, entrepreneurship; Brandon Lee Rivers, Matthew Tinsley, process technology; Alexis Tubbs (cum laude), cosmetology.
Certificate of proficiency: Demonica Patreece Anderson, Sonya Bridges, Doris Finley, Daphne Scales, Wendell Thompson, Teresa Williams, Sakarri Patrice Younger, law enforcement; Alston JoShawn Andrews, Brett Avery, Fredrico Billings, Dillon Cole, Daniel Cope, Shawn Cover, Anthony Fields, Caleb Groves, Everett Hegler Jr., Jordan Dewayne Jarrett, Bryan Meeks, Richard Mooney, Trenton Neal, Kedarrion Nelson, Jerry Dylan Perry, Montrello Pryor, Warren Davis Roden, Darriake Da-Kwon Rogers, Tanner Ruiz, Daniel Thomas Simpson, Kolby Vickery, Preston Matthew Wells, Briant Taylor Williams, welding layout and pipefitting; Brittany Armstrong, pre-health science; Roberto Napoleon Badillo (cum laude); process technology; Victoria Booth, Starr Faust, Jalisa Fullwood, LaDawn Henry, Brandy Nashaya Hubbard, Kayla Lanette Hubbard, Dornecia Johnson, Corey Alden Womack, hair care; May Brown, Mikayla La'Shun Ford, nail and skin care; Preston Bugg, Auser Custodio, Jamarian Frazier, Ricky Hicks, Jr., Walter Hutchison, Tanner Ruiz, Lawrence Jermaine Steward, Brandon Tatum, Eduardo Villegas, Austin Wood, welding-TIG; John Wallis Dillard, Christina Drummond (highest honors), Jesse Fite, Aaron Hannegan, Cody James Long, Murphy Villegas, automotive diagnostics; Christina Drummond (highest honors), Aaron Hannegan, Cody James Long, automotive maintenance; Jerry Dayne Ibert, Ja'Coryon Malone, Kenneth Michael Parker, Zachary Alexander Prince, Tanner Sewell, welding-sheilded metal arc technology; Demetrius Johnson, Darrell Luce, Carol Whatley, emergency medical technician; Shauna Mason, Monica Ashlie Pope, Romonda LaToria Williams, early childhood education; Courtney McRae-Davis, Candi Ward, industrial technology-mechatronics.
From Emerson
Technical certificate: Chelsie Haynes (with honors), Crystal Young, pre-health science.
From Fordyce
Associate’s degree: Sarah Kay Childress (cum laude), liberal arts.
Technical certificate: Sarah Kay Childress (cum laude), accounting; Candace Denise Rogers (with highest honors), Warren Don West, pre-health science.
From Glenwood
Technical certificate: Stephanie Joyce Parker (with highest honors), pre-health science.
From Hamburg
Certificate of proficiency: John Roberts, welding layout and pipefitting plus welding-TIG.
From Hampton
Associate’s degree: Jennifer Renee Hemund, PTA.
Technical certificate: Dalaina Elizabeth Evans, Becka Ann Wilson pre-health science.
From Hensley
Associate’s degree: Talon Scholz, PTA.
From Hermitage
Technical certificate: Caleb Greg Myers (with honors), pre-health science; Nevada Scott, general studies.
From Hot Springs
Associate’s degree: Chelsea LeeAnn Miller, PTA.
From Huttig
Associate’s degree: Janeen Watkins (magna cum laude), general business.
Technical certificate: Janeen Watkins (magna cum laude), accounting and general business.
Certificate of proficiency: Kerrington Barnes, hair care; Ruben Nunez Correa, Jacob Johnson, welding layout and pipefitting; Mamie Rowland, nail and skin care.
From Junction City
Associate’s degree: Tiona Bramley, liberal arts.
Technical certificate: Elichia English (with highest honors), general studies; Clay Walker Ferguson, Olivia Grace Petty (with honors), Raven Sentiff, pre-health science; Rebecca Greer, automotive service technology.
Certificate of proficiency: Quaneisha Davis, law enforcement; Terrance Dexter Elmore, welding layout and pipefitting plus welding-TIG; Clay Fennell, Jeremiah Morgan, automotive diagnostics; Addison Nelson, hair care; George Kendal Price, welding-SMA technology.
From Lewisville
Technical certificate: Megan Malyn Morton, pre-health science.
From Louann
Certificate of proficiency: Jackson Gage Beevers, welding layout and pipefitting.
From Magnolia
Associate’s degree: Gaysha Caldwell (magna cum laude), early childhood education; Renecee Nicole Ellis (cum laude), office occupations; Diana Guzman Mancera (magna cum laude), liberal arts.
Technical certificate: Lauren Blake, Kent Willis Grimmett (with honors), Nehkia McBride, Jimi Ann Scott (with high honors), Karsyn Spencer Sharp, Ashala Treshelle Watson (with highest honors) pre-health science; Gaysha Caldwell (magna cum laude), early childhood education; Diana Guzman Mancera (magna cum laude), general studies.
Certificate of proficiency: Tonilesa Lashun Johnson, early childhood education; Savanah White, nail and skin care.
From Monticello
Technical certificate: Kajuana Jacobs, pre-health science.
From Mount Holly
Technical certificate: Jessica Nicole Watson (with high honors), general studies and pre-health science.
Certificate of proficiency: Devin Preston Bricklen, law enforcement; Noah Paul Carter, automotive diagnostics and automotive maintenance; Adrianna Thurmon, hair care.
From Murfreesboro
Associate’s degree: Charles Jason Perrin, PTA.
From Nashville
Technical certificate: Brittany Middleton, pre-health science.
From New Edinburg
Certificate of proficiency: Corbin Breck Trammell, welding-TIG; Mason Trammell, automotive maintenance and welding-SMA technology.
From Norphlet
Technical certificate: Zachary William Warren, general studies.
Certificate of proficiency: Patrick Jacob Carter, welding- SMAW technology; Trae Powell, welding layout and pipefitting.
From Smackover
Technical certificate: Hannah Green, Krista Stepp (with honors), Mikayla Grace Nichols (with honors), pre-health science; Trennia Renae Minor, accounting.
Certificate of proficiency: Kelce Davis, Tyron NeVante' Parham, welding layout and pipefitting and welding-TIG; Santavia Ellis, hair care; Nicholas Nelson, welding layout and pipefitting.
From Strong
Associate’s degree: Michael Welch, Jr., general business.
Technical certificate: Amanda Daniels, pre-health science; LaShonta' Leichmon, early childhood education.
Certificate of proficiency: Michael Trace Burns, automotive diagnostics; Gregory Green, Keshaun Howell, Christopher McHenry, Mason McMahan, Jakori Morgan, William Morgan, Patrick Anthony Thomas, welding layout and pipefitting; Kayla Johnston, Mary Taylor, nail and skin care; Donovan Warren, welding–SMA technology.
From Texarkana
Associate’s degree: Chad Robert Ward, PTA.
From Waldo
Certificate of proficiency: Brittney Barlow, emergency medical technician.
From Warren
Associate’s degree: Kasey Johnston, education.
Technical certificate: Staci Frisby, Daleshia Martin, Hugo Romero, pre-health science;
Certificate of proficiency: William Greenwood, automotive diagnostics and automotive maintenance.
From Bastrop, Louisiana
Technical certificate: Khalilah Marzell Harry, pre-health science.
From Bernice, Louisiana
Certificate of proficiency: Antineal Montgomery, emergency medical technician.
From Farmerville, Louisiana
Technical certificate: Terri Rodgers, pre-health science; Luis Rodriguez, automotive service technology.
Certificate of proficiency: Luis Rodriguez, automotive diagnostics.
From Haynesville, Louisiana
Certificate of proficiency: Charnetria Washington, phlebotomy and electrocardiography.
From Lisbon, Louisiana
Technical certificate: Shaquaila Chatman, pre-health science.
From Minden, Louisiana
Associate’s degree: LaJoya Monique Garner (cum laude), PTA.
From Shongaloo, Louisiana
Associate’s degree: Sarah Alayna Dickey, PTA.
From Spearsville, Louisiana
Associate’s degree: Victoria Dawn Bryan, early childhood education.
From Summerfield, Louisiana
Associate’s degree: Keyundra Holyfield, liberal arts.
Technical certificate: Keyundra Holyfield, general studies.
From Hallsville, Texas
Associate’s degree: Channing Clauss Tharpe (cum laude), PTA.
From Texarkana, Texas
Associate’s degree: William Brandon Johnson, liberal arts.
From Bearden
Associate’s degree: Jessica Rene Cochran, physical therapist assistant.
From Calion
Technical certificate: Rocio Hernandez, pre-health science.
Certificate of proficiency: Taylor McElroy, Montana Staples, hair care.
From Camden
Associate’s degree: Stephanie Davis Fletcher, Colton William Parker, PTA.
Technical certificate: Kayla Ann Camp, Sydney Breck Funderburg (with high honors), Shelly Dearman Gilbert (with honors), Chassity Griffin, Yolanda Jackson, Brittney Lewis, Demetria Lynn Rone (with honors), pre-health science; Rebekah Hansley, computer information technology.
From Carthage
Associate’s degree: Amber Nicole Ray, education (cum laude).
Technical Certificate: Amber Nicole Ray, education (cum laude).
From Crossett
Associate’s degree: Tina Marie Dunn (cum laude), William Austin Keith, PTA; Carmen Danielle Gammel, general business; Ryan Mann (summa cum laude), liberal arts.
Technical certificate: Carmen Danielle Gammel, Sonja Kesee accounting.
Certificate of proficiency: Austin Kelley, welding-tungsten inert gas.
From Delight
Certificate of proficiency: John Paul Watson, automotive diagnostics and automotive maintenance.
From DeWitt
Associate’s degree: Bailey Michelle Simpson (magna cum laude), PTA.
From El Dorado
Associate’s degree: Demonica Patreece Anderson, Cavorcia Carter, Carol Modica-Moore (magna cum laude), criminal justice; Roberto Napoleon Badillo (cum laude), Seidmond Evans, Reese Howard Jones, Brandon Lee Rivers, Joe Caleb Wood, process technology; Briton Beal, Grecia Chavezbetancourt, (magna cum laude), Angel Emmanuel Espinosa, Coolidge Johnson, Hannah Lockhart, Eureka Malone, Jennifer Matlock (magna cum laude), Dakota Short, Hanna Smith (magna cum laude), Eric Stevens, Marcus DeAngelo Tatum, Kyle Ernst Young, liberal arts; LaQuisha Cage, Karen Cunningham (cum laude), Tracy Michelle Goodwin (cum laude), Jill Pickett, Jonathan Heath Strickland (cum laude), general business; William Michael Dornan, Allyson Blaire Meeks, PTA; Lesley Drummond (cum laude), Brittany Thurlkill, office occupations; Noe Flores, computer information technology; Ricky Hicks Jr., Alexis Tubbs (cum laude), general technology; Hope Elise Parker, Carrie Joyce Wilson, education; Angela Rettig, Romonda LaToria Williams, early childhood education.
Technical certificate: Brittany Armstrong, Jacob Daniels, Coolidge Johnson, Ethan Jones (with high honors), Cody Kent, Hannah Lockhart, Taylor McLelland, Jessica Patterson (with honors), Anna Smith, Hanna Smith (magna cum laude), Eric Stevens, Taylor Walters (with honors), Jaevon Williams, Jayme Young (with honors), general studies; Jessica Becerra, Brittany Butler, Lidia Custodio, Terron Daniels, Stephanie Yonell Famous, Madyson Gartman, Marcedis Govan, Kelly Hargett (with honors), Courtney Elaine Hemrich, Shartavia Jones (with honors), Austin Kersey, Holly Laird, Tequeshia McKoy, Melody Crystal Meeks, Meagan Michele Michael (with honors), Lacey O'Gwin (with honors), Mittie Owens (with honors), Jessica Patterson (with honors), Meagan Post, Christopher Michael Prothro (with high honors), Johnetta Smith Roberts, Abigail Anne Stocks (with highest honors), Taylor Walters (with honors), Sarah Grace Walthall, Keely Young (with honors), pre-health science; Brayan Misael Chavez, Christina Drummond (highest honors), Aaron Hannegan, Cody James Long, Jose Torres, automotive service technology; Darrell Wayne Davis, welding layout and pipefitting plus welding-TIG; Noe Flores, Breana Gafford, computer information technology; William Mason Gandy, industrial technology-mechatronics; Hunter Graves, welding technology; Jessica Honeycutt (with high honors), Michael Luis Leal, Tina Mitchell (with honors), accounting; Shauna Mason, Romonda LaToria Williams, early childhood education; Kathy McElveen (with honors), Jacob McMurrian, Jonathan Heath Strickland (cum laude), general business; Dacovis Jeshun McMurrain, Marcus DeAngelo Tatum, entrepreneurship; Brandon Lee Rivers, Matthew Tinsley, process technology; Alexis Tubbs (cum laude), cosmetology.
Certificate of proficiency: Demonica Patreece Anderson, Sonya Bridges, Doris Finley, Daphne Scales, Wendell Thompson, Teresa Williams, Sakarri Patrice Younger, law enforcement; Alston JoShawn Andrews, Brett Avery, Fredrico Billings, Dillon Cole, Daniel Cope, Shawn Cover, Anthony Fields, Caleb Groves, Everett Hegler Jr., Jordan Dewayne Jarrett, Bryan Meeks, Richard Mooney, Trenton Neal, Kedarrion Nelson, Jerry Dylan Perry, Montrello Pryor, Warren Davis Roden, Darriake Da-Kwon Rogers, Tanner Ruiz, Daniel Thomas Simpson, Kolby Vickery, Preston Matthew Wells, Briant Taylor Williams, welding layout and pipefitting; Brittany Armstrong, pre-health science; Roberto Napoleon Badillo (cum laude); process technology; Victoria Booth, Starr Faust, Jalisa Fullwood, LaDawn Henry, Brandy Nashaya Hubbard, Kayla Lanette Hubbard, Dornecia Johnson, Corey Alden Womack, hair care; May Brown, Mikayla La'Shun Ford, nail and skin care; Preston Bugg, Auser Custodio, Jamarian Frazier, Ricky Hicks, Jr., Walter Hutchison, Tanner Ruiz, Lawrence Jermaine Steward, Brandon Tatum, Eduardo Villegas, Austin Wood, welding-TIG; John Wallis Dillard, Christina Drummond (highest honors), Jesse Fite, Aaron Hannegan, Cody James Long, Murphy Villegas, automotive diagnostics; Christina Drummond (highest honors), Aaron Hannegan, Cody James Long, automotive maintenance; Jerry Dayne Ibert, Ja'Coryon Malone, Kenneth Michael Parker, Zachary Alexander Prince, Tanner Sewell, welding-sheilded metal arc technology; Demetrius Johnson, Darrell Luce, Carol Whatley, emergency medical technician; Shauna Mason, Monica Ashlie Pope, Romonda LaToria Williams, early childhood education; Courtney McRae-Davis, Candi Ward, industrial technology-mechatronics.
From Emerson
Technical certificate: Chelsie Haynes (with honors), Crystal Young, pre-health science.
From Fordyce
Associate’s degree: Sarah Kay Childress (cum laude), liberal arts.
Technical certificate: Sarah Kay Childress (cum laude), accounting; Candace Denise Rogers (with highest honors), Warren Don West, pre-health science.
From Glenwood
Technical certificate: Stephanie Joyce Parker (with highest honors), pre-health science.
From Hamburg
Certificate of proficiency: John Roberts, welding layout and pipefitting plus welding-TIG.
From Hampton
Associate’s degree: Jennifer Renee Hemund, PTA.
Technical certificate: Dalaina Elizabeth Evans, Becka Ann Wilson pre-health science.
From Hensley
Associate’s degree: Talon Scholz, PTA.
From Hermitage
Technical certificate: Caleb Greg Myers (with honors), pre-health science; Nevada Scott, general studies.
From Hot Springs
Associate’s degree: Chelsea LeeAnn Miller, PTA.
From Huttig
Associate’s degree: Janeen Watkins (magna cum laude), general business.
Technical certificate: Janeen Watkins (magna cum laude), accounting and general business.
Certificate of proficiency: Kerrington Barnes, hair care; Ruben Nunez Correa, Jacob Johnson, welding layout and pipefitting; Mamie Rowland, nail and skin care.
From Junction City
Associate’s degree: Tiona Bramley, liberal arts.
Technical certificate: Elichia English (with highest honors), general studies; Clay Walker Ferguson, Olivia Grace Petty (with honors), Raven Sentiff, pre-health science; Rebecca Greer, automotive service technology.
Certificate of proficiency: Quaneisha Davis, law enforcement; Terrance Dexter Elmore, welding layout and pipefitting plus welding-TIG; Clay Fennell, Jeremiah Morgan, automotive diagnostics; Addison Nelson, hair care; George Kendal Price, welding-SMA technology.
From Lewisville
Technical certificate: Megan Malyn Morton, pre-health science.
From Louann
Certificate of proficiency: Jackson Gage Beevers, welding layout and pipefitting.
From Magnolia
Associate’s degree: Gaysha Caldwell (magna cum laude), early childhood education; Renecee Nicole Ellis (cum laude), office occupations; Diana Guzman Mancera (magna cum laude), liberal arts.
Technical certificate: Lauren Blake, Kent Willis Grimmett (with honors), Nehkia McBride, Jimi Ann Scott (with high honors), Karsyn Spencer Sharp, Ashala Treshelle Watson (with highest honors) pre-health science; Gaysha Caldwell (magna cum laude), early childhood education; Diana Guzman Mancera (magna cum laude), general studies.
Certificate of proficiency: Tonilesa Lashun Johnson, early childhood education; Savanah White, nail and skin care.
From Monticello
Technical certificate: Kajuana Jacobs, pre-health science.
From Mount Holly
Technical certificate: Jessica Nicole Watson (with high honors), general studies and pre-health science.
Certificate of proficiency: Devin Preston Bricklen, law enforcement; Noah Paul Carter, automotive diagnostics and automotive maintenance; Adrianna Thurmon, hair care.
From Murfreesboro
Associate’s degree: Charles Jason Perrin, PTA.
From Nashville
Technical certificate: Brittany Middleton, pre-health science.
From New Edinburg
Certificate of proficiency: Corbin Breck Trammell, welding-TIG; Mason Trammell, automotive maintenance and welding-SMA technology.
From Norphlet
Technical certificate: Zachary William Warren, general studies.
Certificate of proficiency: Patrick Jacob Carter, welding- SMAW technology; Trae Powell, welding layout and pipefitting.
From Smackover
Technical certificate: Hannah Green, Krista Stepp (with honors), Mikayla Grace Nichols (with honors), pre-health science; Trennia Renae Minor, accounting.
Certificate of proficiency: Kelce Davis, Tyron NeVante' Parham, welding layout and pipefitting and welding-TIG; Santavia Ellis, hair care; Nicholas Nelson, welding layout and pipefitting.
From Strong
Associate’s degree: Michael Welch, Jr., general business.
Technical certificate: Amanda Daniels, pre-health science; LaShonta' Leichmon, early childhood education.
Certificate of proficiency: Michael Trace Burns, automotive diagnostics; Gregory Green, Keshaun Howell, Christopher McHenry, Mason McMahan, Jakori Morgan, William Morgan, Patrick Anthony Thomas, welding layout and pipefitting; Kayla Johnston, Mary Taylor, nail and skin care; Donovan Warren, welding–SMA technology.
From Texarkana
Associate’s degree: Chad Robert Ward, PTA.
From Waldo
Certificate of proficiency: Brittney Barlow, emergency medical technician.
From Warren
Associate’s degree: Kasey Johnston, education.
Technical certificate: Staci Frisby, Daleshia Martin, Hugo Romero, pre-health science;
Certificate of proficiency: William Greenwood, automotive diagnostics and automotive maintenance.
From Bastrop, Louisiana
Technical certificate: Khalilah Marzell Harry, pre-health science.
From Bernice, Louisiana
Certificate of proficiency: Antineal Montgomery, emergency medical technician.
From Farmerville, Louisiana
Technical certificate: Terri Rodgers, pre-health science; Luis Rodriguez, automotive service technology.
Certificate of proficiency: Luis Rodriguez, automotive diagnostics.
From Haynesville, Louisiana
Certificate of proficiency: Charnetria Washington, phlebotomy and electrocardiography.
From Lisbon, Louisiana
Technical certificate: Shaquaila Chatman, pre-health science.
From Minden, Louisiana
Associate’s degree: LaJoya Monique Garner (cum laude), PTA.
From Shongaloo, Louisiana
Associate’s degree: Sarah Alayna Dickey, PTA.
From Spearsville, Louisiana
Associate’s degree: Victoria Dawn Bryan, early childhood education.
From Summerfield, Louisiana
Associate’s degree: Keyundra Holyfield, liberal arts.
Technical certificate: Keyundra Holyfield, general studies.
From Hallsville, Texas
Associate’s degree: Channing Clauss Tharpe (cum laude), PTA.
From Texarkana, Texas
Associate’s degree: William Brandon Johnson, liberal arts.
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Restructuring Of Enrollment Management Component Announced As Part Of Student Success Initiative
MONTICELLO, AR — University of Arkansas at Monticello Chancellor Karla Hughes today announced the restructuring of the university’s enrollment management component to streamline and improve the efficiency of student recruitment and student special services.
The restructuring is part of a Student Success Initiative implemented by Dr. Hughes to raise retention and graduation rates and improve the overall college experience for students attending UAM. “I believe the enrollment management model we’re creating will better serve the institution as we create a greater alignment between academics and student life,” Hughes explained. “It is consistent with the creation of a model open enrollment institution to address the needs and scope of our student population, including international and transfer students as well as individuals with special needs.”
As part of the restructuring, the Office of Admissions will move to the Office of Student Affairs under the leadership of Vice Chancellor Jay Hughes. Tawana Greene, currently the director of Upward Bound, will serve as the new executive director of enrollment management, supervising admissions, Upward Bound, counseling, testing and career services as well as international students and special services. Mary Whiting, formerly the director of admissions, will become director of student special services.
“Moving enrollment management to the Office of Student Affairs was the right fit for the campus,” said Chancellor Hughes. “As a former public school administrator, Jay Hughes knows how to reach out to high schools to create and maintain positive relationships. With Tawana Greene’s background in Upward Bound and working with high school students, she brings a special skill set to our recruitment efforts. We are also grateful for Mary Whiting’s many years of work in admissions and believe her experience with student special services will help ease any obstacles that might impede their ultimate success.”
Jay Hughes said the restructuring moves the university forward toward “meeting the goals of the Student Success Initiative. Student Affairs has worked closely with the Office of Admissions for a number of years on events such as Welcome Week and Freshmen Orientation,” he explained. “It makes sense to combine recruiting and student special services with residence life, student activities and the other parts of Student Affairs to create a seamless experience for student success.”
According to Chancellor Hughes, no changes will be made to the admissions staff other than filling three positions that are currently vacant.
For more information, contact Jim Brewer, director of media services, at (870) 460-1274.
The restructuring is part of a Student Success Initiative implemented by Dr. Hughes to raise retention and graduation rates and improve the overall college experience for students attending UAM. “I believe the enrollment management model we’re creating will better serve the institution as we create a greater alignment between academics and student life,” Hughes explained. “It is consistent with the creation of a model open enrollment institution to address the needs and scope of our student population, including international and transfer students as well as individuals with special needs.”
As part of the restructuring, the Office of Admissions will move to the Office of Student Affairs under the leadership of Vice Chancellor Jay Hughes. Tawana Greene, currently the director of Upward Bound, will serve as the new executive director of enrollment management, supervising admissions, Upward Bound, counseling, testing and career services as well as international students and special services. Mary Whiting, formerly the director of admissions, will become director of student special services.
“Moving enrollment management to the Office of Student Affairs was the right fit for the campus,” said Chancellor Hughes. “As a former public school administrator, Jay Hughes knows how to reach out to high schools to create and maintain positive relationships. With Tawana Greene’s background in Upward Bound and working with high school students, she brings a special skill set to our recruitment efforts. We are also grateful for Mary Whiting’s many years of work in admissions and believe her experience with student special services will help ease any obstacles that might impede their ultimate success.”
Jay Hughes said the restructuring moves the university forward toward “meeting the goals of the Student Success Initiative. Student Affairs has worked closely with the Office of Admissions for a number of years on events such as Welcome Week and Freshmen Orientation,” he explained. “It makes sense to combine recruiting and student special services with residence life, student activities and the other parts of Student Affairs to create a seamless experience for student success.”
According to Chancellor Hughes, no changes will be made to the admissions staff other than filling three positions that are currently vacant.
For more information, contact Jim Brewer, director of media services, at (870) 460-1274.
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BC Rural Fire Department Called Out to Suppress Escaped Fire
The Bradley County Rural Fire Department received a call at 10:23 a.m. on May 21 to 212 Bradley 232, Warren. Upon arrival they learned that the owner of the property was burning a brush pile when the fire escaped the intended area into other brush piles created by clear cutting the land. There was no harm to the property owner's land. However the wind picked up and with sometimes thirty foot high flames it was determined the fire needed to be extinguished for the protections of other property. Five firemen were dispatched along with three apparatuses. The fire fighters mostly extinguished the flames and the Arkansas Forestry firefighters plowed a line around the around the area.
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Retirement Reception Honors Don Whittemore
Coach Whittemore retired at the end of this school year with 36 years of service to public education. He came to Warren in 1980. He earned his degree at Harding University. While he will long be remembered for being the head coach of the Warren Jr. Jack football team, he also coached a number of other sports including girls basketball (Jr. and Sr. High), girls track and field, (Jr. and Sr. High), JV Baseball and Assistant Baseball, Assistant Lumberjack Football Coach, and Off-season.
He won 151 Jr. High Football games and 7 Conference Championships, a co-conference championship, and a tri-conference championship.
He taught physical education at the Warren Middle School and prior to that also taught Social Studies.
At the reception, many attendees wrote notes of special memories to Coach Whittemore and placed them in a glass vase. The Activity Center of First Baptist Church was filled with photos of his teams, special photos of players and more.
Refreshments were provided.
Coach Whittemore is married to Cecilia, the Math Coach for Warren Public Schools. He has five sons: John, Joe David, Robert, Nick, and Daniel.
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CANCER SUPPORT GROUP RESUMES AT DREW MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
Beginning June 13, Drew Memorial Hospital’s cancer support group will return to its monthly meeting schedule. “We took a break from offering the cancer support group initially because of staff changing, but we also wanted to pause to determine the best way we can serve our oncology patients and the greater Southeast Arkansas community,” said Lauren Case, director of the Cancer Care Center. Meetings are free and open to the public, and attendees can expect to meet cancer patients, survivors, caregivers and close friends and family members of those affected by cancer.
Returning group members can look forward to a renewed focus on making connections, and a new group coordinator. Andre’ Lewis, assistant professor of social work at the University of Arkansas at Monticello and director of the UAM Social Work Program, will lead the support group discussions and help direct its programming. He got involved with the support group while looking for opportunities for social work students to observe group therapy. In a search for support groups that fit the bill for student learning, Lewis realized how few group therapy offerings were available in Drew County. “I’m always looking for opportunities to build resources for the community, and creating a support group through the hospital seemed like the most direct way to start.”
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The initial shock of a cancer diagnosis and identifying next steps can be a challenge- oftentimes, patients or their loved ones can be at a loss. Support groups can help offer direction, Lewis says, and help people understand, “This cancer does not define you.” With a background in group therapy and counseling, grief therapy, psychotherapy and oncology social work, Lewis brings a new perspective to the cancer support group. He has special interest in families coping with cancer. Lewis will complete his doctorate in marriage and family therapy this summer. As a family therapist, both his practice and academic research interests deal with families and improving families’ quality of life. And, beyond a career-spanning professional interest, his personal interest in oncology stems from his own family. After decades of experience as a licensed certified social worker, Lewis’ own father was diagnosed with cancer. Lewis explained, “Cancer is a life changing experience. You’re never going to be the same after you hear that diagnosis. But you’re still alive, and every moment you live is precious.” Lewis’ father lived for 10 years after he was diagnosed, fighting the whole time. “He had a normal lifespan despite a terrible diagnosis. Both support and treatment were key to bringing him into remission.”
Beyond his own testimonial, Lewis says he sees his role in the support group as leading attendees in how to “live well” with cancer. “That’s really what I want people to take away. I want to mobilize our group members to take an active role in their illness. Cancer can be debilitating, immobilizing. But you can fight. You can choose to live well in the moments you have.” A supportive medical staff, oncologist, and social work staff made his family’s struggle with cancer diagnosis more manageable. “You’ll never take those moments for granted again. The key is to living well in those moments. ‘I have cancer-,’ or ‘My family member has cancer- but we can still live well with cancer.’ That’s what I want to do- kind of normalize the experience and providing group support.” In keeping with the ideas of people learning how to live well, from time to time the group may have speakers visit to reinforce that theme and to teach skills in coping and how to “live well.” They could range from inspirational speakers, oncologists, or other champions of “living well.” Case said, “We are thrilled to have Andre’ facilitate the support group,” said Case, who has been director of the Cancer Care Center since April 2015. Case began in her role as director after the support group went on a break. “I hear from patients all the time about how much they enjoyed the relationships formed in our support group and how they appreciated the programming.” But, the relationships weren’t solely formed in those monthly meetings. “A lot of times we’ll see relationships form in the treatment rooms.” Family members of one patient might help get a snack for another patient, or get them a blanket. Family members find common ground as new caregivers. Case said, “Families form their own connections because of the nature of cancer treatment – it’s a difficult time that they’re all experiencing together. We truly see the most compassionate patients and family members.” She hopes the support group will provide more opportunities to identify common ground and shared experiences with other families, beyond those connections made in the cancer center.
Lewis looks forward to having members help set the structure of the new group, and is ready to get underway. “I’m excited to get started,” he said. Speaking for administration, Chief Operations Officer Wade Smith said, “We look forward to working in partnership with an accomplished UAM faculty member to be sure we have a strong foundation for the group as it starts up again.” The Drew Memorial Hospital Cancer Support Group will meet on the second Monday of each month at Noon in Conference Room A, beginning June 13. Lunch will be served. For more information, contact the Cancer Care Center at (870) 460-3583.
The initial shock of a cancer diagnosis and identifying next steps can be a challenge- oftentimes, patients or their loved ones can be at a loss. Support groups can help offer direction, Lewis says, and help people understand, “This cancer does not define you.” With a background in group therapy and counseling, grief therapy, psychotherapy and oncology social work, Lewis brings a new perspective to the cancer support group. He has special interest in families coping with cancer. Lewis will complete his doctorate in marriage and family therapy this summer. As a family therapist, both his practice and academic research interests deal with families and improving families’ quality of life. And, beyond a career-spanning professional interest, his personal interest in oncology stems from his own family. After decades of experience as a licensed certified social worker, Lewis’ own father was diagnosed with cancer. Lewis explained, “Cancer is a life changing experience. You’re never going to be the same after you hear that diagnosis. But you’re still alive, and every moment you live is precious.” Lewis’ father lived for 10 years after he was diagnosed, fighting the whole time. “He had a normal lifespan despite a terrible diagnosis. Both support and treatment were key to bringing him into remission.”
Beyond his own testimonial, Lewis says he sees his role in the support group as leading attendees in how to “live well” with cancer. “That’s really what I want people to take away. I want to mobilize our group members to take an active role in their illness. Cancer can be debilitating, immobilizing. But you can fight. You can choose to live well in the moments you have.” A supportive medical staff, oncologist, and social work staff made his family’s struggle with cancer diagnosis more manageable. “You’ll never take those moments for granted again. The key is to living well in those moments. ‘I have cancer-,’ or ‘My family member has cancer- but we can still live well with cancer.’ That’s what I want to do- kind of normalize the experience and providing group support.” In keeping with the ideas of people learning how to live well, from time to time the group may have speakers visit to reinforce that theme and to teach skills in coping and how to “live well.” They could range from inspirational speakers, oncologists, or other champions of “living well.” Case said, “We are thrilled to have Andre’ facilitate the support group,” said Case, who has been director of the Cancer Care Center since April 2015. Case began in her role as director after the support group went on a break. “I hear from patients all the time about how much they enjoyed the relationships formed in our support group and how they appreciated the programming.” But, the relationships weren’t solely formed in those monthly meetings. “A lot of times we’ll see relationships form in the treatment rooms.” Family members of one patient might help get a snack for another patient, or get them a blanket. Family members find common ground as new caregivers. Case said, “Families form their own connections because of the nature of cancer treatment – it’s a difficult time that they’re all experiencing together. We truly see the most compassionate patients and family members.” She hopes the support group will provide more opportunities to identify common ground and shared experiences with other families, beyond those connections made in the cancer center.
Lewis looks forward to having members help set the structure of the new group, and is ready to get underway. “I’m excited to get started,” he said. Speaking for administration, Chief Operations Officer Wade Smith said, “We look forward to working in partnership with an accomplished UAM faculty member to be sure we have a strong foundation for the group as it starts up again.” The Drew Memorial Hospital Cancer Support Group will meet on the second Monday of each month at Noon in Conference Room A, beginning June 13. Lunch will be served. For more information, contact the Cancer Care Center at (870) 460-3583.
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Hamilton Farms Brings in First Box of Tomatoes
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| David Slade, on of Steele and Gennie Hamilton, poses with the first box of tomatoes for the 2016 season. |
Hamilton Farms is owned and operated by Don and Steele Hamilton.
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Update: BC Skeet Busters Competing in State Tournament Today
Update: The team advanced through the first round but were edged out in round 2. Proud of these young men.
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