Food for Fines Month at Sevier County Libraries
4-H Holds Annual Awards Banquet
Sevier County 4-H held their annual 4-H Awards Banquet on October 26. The banquet was emceed by two of the 4-H seniors, Kaydee Cowling and Amber Morris.
Each 4-H’er that turned in a Record Book received an award. A Record Book is a book that details the 4-H’ers work done in their project area and gives an overview of their past year in 4-H. 4-H’ers are also awarded for competing in countywide activities and competitive events such as O’Ramas and the Chicken BBQ throughout the past year. Three seniors were also given awards.
Sevier County Extension said they appreciated all of the 4-H leaders, youth, parents, and the Sevier County 4-H Foundation for their continued support of the 4-H Program.
Awards given are as follows:
Leadership Awards (for completing 6 educational activities plus one competition):
Wayland Risley
Attalee Frachiseur
Landon Frachiseur
Pace Frachiseur
Leighton Frachiseur
Brayden Frachiseur
Evin Frachiseur
Kate Baker
Bella Baker
Raylee Vanvoast
Gavin Carver
Ethan Wolcott
Amber Morris
Jake Sawyer
Kaedon Davis
Blake Sawyer
Evan Wolcott
Kinlee Stivers
Lily Stivers
Laikyn Morris
Abbi Stinson
Alley Stinson
Monica Rivas
Asher Frachiseur
Zae-Lei Frachiseur
Alec Frachiseur
Jed Mills
Keegan Mccoy
Bailey Gore
Gracie Sutton
Rj Smith
Jake Martin
Johannah Swan
Kaydee Cowling
Asher Morris
Mika Baker
Rustin Frachiseur
Penelope Sims
Landry Sims
Landon Bennett
James Bartek
Libbie Bartek
Dori Bartek
Lexy Rosson
Marcus Rosson
Kase Smith
Aubrey Seymour
Jake Seymour
Izabella Nelson
Hanna Nelson
Halton Smith
Katie Williamson
Kyle Williamson
Madison Bagley
Hunter Frachiseur
Reagan Frachiseur
Kix Lee
Max Rosson
Brady Haarmeyer
Kambree Haarmeyer
Kyleigh Midgett
Kolton Dockins
Megan Midgett
Marley Simpson
Mckenzie Simpson
Caselyn Vanvoast
Record Book Awards (for completing a 4-H Record Book):
(* denotes District or State winners)
Asher Morris
Asher Frachiseur
Rustin Frachiseur
Leighton Frachiseur
Bailey Gore
Alexander McCoy
Jed Mills
Wayland Risley
Gracie Sutton
Caselynn VanVoast
Kambree Haarmeyer
Mika Baker
*Brady Haarmeyer
*Monica Rivas
Keegan McCoy
Evan Wolcott
*Reagan Frachiseur
*Landon Frachiseur
*Gavin Carver
*Raylee Van Voast
*Pace Frachiseur
*Bella Baker
*Evin Frachiseur
*Jacob Seymour
*Brayden Frachiseur
Alec Frachiseur
*Zae-Lei Frachiseur
*Ethan Wolcott
*Mallori Marshall
*Hunter Frachiseur
*Attalee Frachiseur
*Kate Baker
*Madison Bagley
*Aubrey Seymour
*Tori Gentry
Amber Morris
Brennen Seymour
Kaydee Cowling
Innovation in Youth Programming Award
Janet Cantrell, Sevier County Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) Extension Agent, was honored recently at the National Extension Association for Family and Consumer Sciences (NEAFCS) 85th annual session, whose theme was “Nurturing the Richness of Lifelong Learning”. She was a member of a team of neighboring county FCS agents that received the First Place National and First Place Southern Region for the NEAFCS Innovation in Youth Programming Award at the conference held September 30 - October 3, 2019 in Hershey, Pennsylvania.
In receiving the award, Cantrell and teammates were recognized for planning and implementing a program focused on teaching students practical food preparation skills, learning to read and follow a recipe, hands-on cooking and clean up, table setting and etiquette. Of course, the team taught MyPlate and Dietary Guidelines each day to stress the importance of choosing a healthy diet.
The Innovation in Youth Programming Awards was established in 2019 to recognize innovation and accomplishment in the design and implementation of a Family and Consumer Sciences program for a youth target audience. The award was sponsored this year by the NEAFCS membership and awards fund. Cantrell‘s commitment to meeting the needs of individuals, families and communities is exemplary.
At De Queen/Sevier County Chamber Office for Halloween Kindergarten Parade.
Feedback is Needed for Broadband Survey in Sevier County
UA Cossatot’s Economic Development department is working with the broadband provider Aristotle Unified Communications (AUC) to disseminate a survey that will assist in identifying the need and feasibility of deploying new broadband service in Sevier County. In order to receive useful quality data, members of Sevier County are being asked to complete an online survey to benefit the community.
Broadband Internet provides high-speed Internet. With broadband, Sevier County schools, businesses, and residents will be able to use the Internet in a faster amount of time with fewer technical difficulties. The prosperous economic growth of Sevier County, more excellent customer service and work production, and use of more technologies in local school systems are just a few benefits of this service.
AUC is committed to providing broadband to unserved and underserved rural communities and urban neighborhoods by eliminating barriers to broadband deployment. Research obtained from this market survey will be reviewed and assessed. For Sevier County to receive quicker Internet, AUC needs survey participation. To complete this online survey, please visit www.cccua.edu/sevier.
For more information, please contact UA Cossatot Economic Development Director, Lisa Taylor, at ltaylor@cccua.edu or 870-584-1184
Cossatot Community College
In summer 2018, Sevier County residents have formed committees where representatives of different organizations can come together to share ideas, and leverage their resources. This page houses information related to those committees. UA Cossatot's Economic Development department is working with the broadband provider Aristotle Unified Communications (AUC) to disseminate a survey that will assist in identifying the need and feasibility of deploying new broadband service in Sevier County.
From “Meet the Colts Event” Tuesday Night in Lockesburg
Meet the Colts night in Lockesburg! Season starts this Thursday in the UA Cossatot - Bank of Lockesburg Historic Gym. Season passes now on sale for $50.
De Queen Medical Auxiliary Donates to UA Cossatot Foundation
The De Queen Medical Auxiliary donated over $10,000 to the UA Cossatot Foundation to establish the De Queen Medical Auxiliary Scholarship. The scholarship will award $300 for one Sevier County student in the LPN or RN program for the spring semester.
The De Queen Medical Auxiliary was a non-profit organization and operated inside the gift shop at the De Queen Medical Center. The organization’s purpose was to raise funds to provide grants to De Queen Medical Center employees seeking continuing education assistance.
“Once De Queen Medical Auxiliary dissolved, the board wanted to continue to give local nursing students the opportunity to receive scholarship funds,” said Mary Johnson, De Queen Medical Auxiliary President.
The UA Cossatot Foundation exists to create awareness of the need for scholarships while focusing efforts on raising resources to meet the need and furthering UA Cossatot’s institutional development.
UA Cossatot Foundation Director, Dustin Roberts said, “One of the biggest focus areas for our foundation is seeking scholarship funds to help UA Cossatot students reach their educational goals. We are truly grateful for the De Queen Medical Auxiliary gifting us these funds to help our nursing students.”
For more information on how to support UA Cossatot Foundation, please contact Dustin Roberts at 870-584-1172 or droberts@cccua.edu
Brown Establishes Scholarship with UA Cossatot Foundation
De Queen resident, Julie Brown, donated $25,000 to the UA Cossatot Foundation to establish the Cathy Sennett Memorial Scholarship.
The scholarship is to honor the memory of long-time Southern LP Gas employee, Cathy Sennett. The scholarship is for Sevier County college students attending UA Cossatot. Eligible applicants will need to have a minimum GPA of 2.5 and have financial need. The scholarship will award one applicant $1,250 for the 2020-2021 academic year.
Brown said, “Cathy was a dedicated employee with Southern LP Gas for nearly 40 years. I am honored to be able to provide a gift that will leave a lasting memory of Cathy while helping local college students.”
The UA Cossatot Foundation exists to create awareness of the need for scholarships while focusing efforts on raising resources to meet the need and furthering UA Cossatot’s institutional development.
UA Cossatot Foundation Director, Dustin Roberts said, “Ms. Brown has been a big supporter of our foundation and its mission. We are pleased to receive this gift to honor the memory of Ms. Sennett and to provide scholarship opportunities for our students.”
For more information on how to support UA Cossatot Foundation, please contact Dustin Roberts at 870-584-1172 or droberts@cccua.edu
Legacy Initiatives Welcomes NIH’s Landmark Precision Medicine Research Effort to De Queen, AR
De Queen, AR- Legacy Initiatives announced its partnership with the National Alliance for Hispanic Health (the Alliance) to host the National Institutes of Health’s All of Us Journey, a traveling, hands-on exhibit that raises awareness about the All of Us Research Program. All of Us is an unprecedented effort to gather genetic, biological, environmental, health and lifestyle data from 1 million or more volunteer participants living in the United States. The program’s ultimate goal is to accelerate research and improve health.
“We are bringing the All of Us Research Program directly to people all across the country
to continue our work to increase the inclusion of all communities in clinical and biomedical
research. Through the Journey traveling exhibit we will increase the participation of diverse
communities in All of Us to help build the foundation for a new era of health care where
medicine is tailored to each person,” said Dr. Jane L. Delgado, President and CEO of the
National Alliance for Hispanic Health.
All of Us seeks to transform the relationship between researchers and participants,
bringing them together as partners to inform the program’s directions, goals and
responsible return of research information. One of those partners is the National Alliance
for Hispanic Health who through their Todos Juntos effort is partnering with organizations
across the country, including Legacy Initiatives, to provide information on All of Us and demonstrate the central role Hispanic communities must play to usher in the future of health.
“Legacy Initiatives is excited to partner with the National Institute of Health (NIH) to bring to our community the All of Us research program. We want to see our community grow healthier and believe this is just one step we can take to do our part in impacting positive change in our community” - Dr. Jason Lofton, board member of Legacy Initiatives.
All of Us aims to reflect the rich diversity of the U.S. to help ensure that each community is
included in studies that lead to improved health for future generations. Participants will be
able to access their own health information, summary data about the entire participant community and information about studies and findings that come from All of Us.
De Queen’s community can visit the All of Us Journey from October 29th to 31st:
Tuesday October 29, 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Sevier County Court House
115 N 3rd St. De Queen, AR 71832 (west side, across from the post office)
Wednesday & Thursday October 30-31, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
UA Cossatot
183 College Dr., De Queen, AR 71832
To learn more about the program, please visit JoinAllofUs.org/juntos.
Daniel Martinez and Callie Miller of the De Queen Sevier County Chamber of Commerce
Daniel Martinez and Callie Miller of the De Queen Sevier County Chamber of Commerce were special guests on the Tuesday Ed-ition of the Morning Show. They talked about the Chamber's Halloween schedule of events and this weekend's Tour De Queen.
Red Ribbon Week at UA Cossatot
Red Ribbon Week activities at UA Cossatot include a mock traffic stop at the Skilled Trades Building in De Queen. Thank you Sgt Wayne Baker of the De Queen PD for conducting the mock stop.
Greetings from Washington, DC!
Pictured left to right: Congressman Bruce Westerman, Dusty Kesterson, Kelli Harris, Kinley Wright, and Rep. Jason Smith
I just wanted to share a little bit about our trip with everyone. Yesterday the conference opened and we’ve heard from representatives at the National Science Foundation and the American Association of Community Colleges. The best part of yesterday was our night tour of the Capitol with Representative Bruce Westerman. It was a truly amazing experience. We walked onto the Senate Floor and the House Floor. Congressman Westerman and Representative Jason Smith from Missouri shared many amazing facts and stories with us. There were several areas that we were not allowed to take pictures, but I’m sure it’s something we’ll never forget.
Angel Tree Applications to Lockesburg Lions Club
Innovation in Youth Programming Award
Jean Ince, Howard County Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) Extension Agent, was honored recently at the National Extension Association for Family and Consumer Sciences (NEAFCS) 85th annual session, whose theme was “Nurturing the Richness of Lifelong Learning”. She was a member of a team of neighboring county FCS agents that received the First Place National and First Place Southern Region for the NEAFCS Innovation in Youth Programming Award at the conference held September 30 - October 3, 2019 in Hershey, Pennsylvania.
In receiving the award, Ince and teammates were recognized for planning and implementing a program focused on teaching students practical food preparation skills, learning to read and follow a recipe, hands-on cooking and clean up, table setting and etiquette. Of course, the team taught MyPlate and Dietary Guidelines each day to stress the importance of choosing a healthy diet.
The Innovation in Youth Programming Awards was established in 2019 to recognize innovation and accomplishment in the design and implementation of a Family and Consumer Sciences program for a youth target audience. The award was sponsored this year by the NEAFCS membership and awards fund. Ince‘s commitment to meeting the needs of individuals, families and communities is exemplary.
Coach Lance Weeks Speaker at Tuesday's Lions Club in De Queen
Coach Lance Weeks was the guest speaker at today’s Lions Club meeting in De Queen. Coach Weeks is the head coach of Lady Leopard basketball and De Queen golf coach.
Sophie Jackson and Lexi Powell from Acorn High School
Children's Tumor Foundation Fall Fun Fest and Little Heroes 5k
Children's Tumor Foundation Fall Fun Fest and Little Heroes 5k was Saturday at Herman Dierks Park in De Queen.
UA Cossatot Recognizes Physical Therapy Month
Photo: (from left to right) first row: Luis Herrera, Kayla Mills, Abby Clark, Katherine Malca, Braley Turner, Allie Anderson, and Tiffany Wise.
Second row: Alondra Galvez, Samantha Henderson, Myka Lemley, Riley House, Ashley Thompson, Caleb Befeld, and Drew Sikes.
October is an extremely important month when it comes to raising awareness for great causes and great educational programs and UA Cossatot’s Physical Therapy program is busy this October recognizing and raising awareness of the great benefits physical therapy provides. Physical therapists (PTs) and physical therapist assistants (PTAs) play a vital role in helping individuals improve function, mobility, and pain relief. In addition, PTs and PTAs encourage individuals to play an active role in their own care.
This semester, UA Cossatot students are learning many foundational concepts in preparation for building on future knowledge needed for therapeutic exercise. This semester as part of their learning, UA Cossatot students are building the muscles of the body on a skeleton in order to provide physical and visual learning of the location of these muscles and how they assist in everyday movement.
UA Cossatot began the Physical Therapist Assistant program in 2018. In August, the PTA program admitted its second cohort. If you want learn more about UA Cossatot’s PTA program during Physical Therapy month, or anytime, please contact UA Cossatot Medical Education Advisors, Christina Cooper or Maranda Reynolds at 870-584-1147.
Meet the Colts and UA Cossatot Chili Supper and Bingo Night October 29th
UA Cossatot will be hosting a Chili Supper on Tuesday, October 29 beginning at 6:00 P.M. at the UA Cossatot Bank of Lockesburg Gymnasium. Everyone is invited to come to this event and support UA Cossatot’s student athletes.
The Chili Supper is a fundraiser to support UA Cossatot’s basketball program, but it is also an opportunity to meet the basketball players who will be representing UA Cossatot.
Colts and Lady Colts players will be present to meet local community members while serving chili. Colts gear, t-shirts, and season passes will be available for purchase at the event as well.
For anyone that purchases a season pass or can show that they have already done so, will receive free chili the night of the chili supper. Chili alone can be purchased for $5.
This event will also be an open house occasion for UA Cossatot Colt’s fans to view the new refinished gym floor at the UA Cossatot Bank of Lockesburg Gymnasium.
This past month, the court was refinished to meet NJCAA standards. The court will be available for people to view two nights before the first home game of the season.
The UA Cossatot Pep Band will also be performing at the Chili Supper to provide musical entertainment for the evening.
At 7:30 P.M. a Bingo night will take place at UA Cossatot’s Lockesburg Campus for anyone who would like to participate. Prizes will be given. All proceeds raised during Bingo will go to support UA Cossatot’s basketball program.