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The 30th Annual Proventus/ BRTC Foundation Golf Tournament, held Friday, September 29 at Rolling Hills Country Club in Pocahontas, was a great success, raising record proceeds of over $53,000. Proceeds from the event are used by the BRTC Foundation to fund student scholarships. Winners of the morning Championship Flight were 1st, Kirk Scobey and Kelly Scobey; 2nd, Trent Smith and Jacob Hestor; and 3rd, Matt Sullivan and James Sullivan. Winners of the morning A Flight were 1st, Scott Bransom and Terry Verkler III; 2nd, Brandon Meadows and Jack McCord; and 3rd, Jack Deloach and Clint Deloach. Winners of the B Flight were 1st, Jacob Kersey and Darenda Kersey; 2nd, Garett Guthrie and Bryan Doss; and 3rd, Michael Stern and Tina Disano. Closest-to-the-pin winners were Kirk Scobey on Hole 2, Bill Bailey on Hole 3, Kelly Scobey on Hole 7, Fred Cole on Hole 12, and Trent Smith on Hole 15.

What a glorious day it is, the sun is so wonderful and you can’t beat the temperature. I know Winter is coming one of these days so let’s enjoy the warmth of the sun while we can. Of course when the weather cools down the first thing I think of is Fall and Winter foods. Last week I shared some of my favorite chicken recipes so how about this week let’s try some Beef and Pork dishes.

Get ready for a day of fall fun and community spirit as the second annual Fall Festival at Overlook Park, sponsored by the Growing Minds Foundation, is held in Pocahontas on Saturday, Oct. 7, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This event promises an excess of activities and attractions for families, all while supporting a noble cause. With its successful debut last year, the Fall Festival at Overlook Park proved that it’s not just another festival; it’s a symbol of hope for the community. The Growing Minds Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing medical scholarships to children with special needs in Northeast Arkansas, sponsors the event. The festival not only brought joy and laughter but also raised nearly $9,000, helping the foundation to support local families in Randolph County with essential resources like wheelchairs and treatment tools. Last year, they had the privilege of helping six families, making a significant impact in their lives.

At just eleven years old, Gauge Harris is already making a name for himself in the world of bull riding. Born to proud parents Nathanial and Ronna Harris of Pocahontas, Gauge’s journey into the world of rodeo began at the age of eight. Now in his fifthgrade year, he’s gearing up for an appearance at the World Championship Mini Bull Finals, set to take place in Mesquite, Texas, this week.

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