Stories from Tuesday, July 13, 2010

The second Kids College program in Rector was a success with 35 boys and girls taking part in the unique event last week at the recently renovated Northeast Arkansas Innovative Training Center building on Main Street. "I thought everything went real well," said coordinator Jacinda Welch. "I definitely think this sets the stage for the program to continue to grow, as well as bringing in more programs. We're not looking to slow down any time soon. We want to see more programs come to Rector."...

Those involved in civic organizations in our present-day society clearly understand there is an underlying problem with trying to attract younger participants. As "The Greatest Generation" (Americans of the World War II era) passes away, where are those who will take their place? Of course, to some extent the Baby Boomers have stepped up to the plate, but the trend obviously is away from civic involvement among younger residents of our communities...

My doctor said I needed an MRI. In doctors terms that means magnetic resonance imaging. The exam is touted as one of the most advanced diagnostic methods available. To me it means climbing into a confined space, much like a coffin. "I can't do an MRI without sedation," I told him. "I'm claustrophobic."...

Doyne Fowler, age 91, of Rogers, formerly of Rector, died Saturday, July 10, 2010, in Rogers. He was born July 30, 1918, in the Blue Cane community near Rector. He was a retired farmer and of the Baptist faith. He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Beulah Fowler; his wife of 66 years, Susie Fowler, and a daughter, Darlyn Sinkbeil...

Jim Stafford, 62, of Cape Girardeau, passed away Saturday, July 10, 2010, at his home. He was born Dec. 7, 1947, in Rector, Ark., to Dale and Oleda Presson Stafford. He and Karen Bateman were married Jan. 22, 1969, in Rector. Jim was a 1966 graduate of Rector High School. ...

For more than 40 years, Wes Stallcup has worked to make sure homes across the United States had the necessary power to meet the needs of those who dwelled within. Now the man who has spent so many years working to help others is taking some time for himself after retiring June 30 from Entergy...

Hannah Scott has been selected as the recipient of the Moses Knight Scholarship awarded by the Rector High School Helping Hands Foundation. The scholarship covers the cost of full four-year tuition to Williams Baptist College in Walnut Ridge. Scott said she had hoped to attend Williams Baptist later, but expected to start her collegiate studies elsewhere in order to cut costs...