By Master Sgt. Jim Varhegyi
U.S. Central Command Air Forces Public Affairs
SOUTHWEST ASIA (AFPN) — It was 3:30 a.m. in my deployed location, and I couldn’t sleep. For whatever reason, my mind was reeling with thoughts of this year’s Memorial Day celebration.
For a military photographer, Memorial Day usually means work.
As others gather to celebrate and honor our fallen comrades in arms, military photographers are there with equipment hanging all over themselves documenting the ceremonies.
We rarely get to actually participate in honoring our war dead as we’re too busy monitoring white balance settings, making sure our scenes are well composed and are in focus.
We then frantically work the files to get them sent to whatever agency needs them for publication. By then, the celebrations are done and we’re too tired to think about the significance of the day’s events. So we put away our gear and we go off to relax and join the family and friends at gatherings and barbeques. As an Air Force photojournalist stationed in our nation’s capitol since 2001, my past several Memorial Days have been no different. I’ve spent the majority of them documenting the activities at Arlington National Cemetery.
I’ve recorded the president, vice president, secretary of defense, and several chiefs of staff as they lay wreaths and pontificate on the importance of the day without really hearing their words or pondering the day’s significance.
Without really stopping to think about what I was witnessing, I’ve recorded both old and young warriors saluting their fallen brother’s and sister’s in arms. I’ve also recorded far too many tears belonging to the mothers and fathers, sons and daughters and husbands and wives of the men and women who’ve paid the supreme sacrifice in protecting the freedoms we enjoy everyday.
On a fall Sunday, in 1864, in the small village of Boalsburg, Pa., the daughter of a fallen Civil War officer and the mother of a fallen Civil War enlisted man independently laid flowers on the graves of their departed loved ones. After speaking to each other following their private tributes they agreed to meet the following year to do the same. Their local town’s folks heard of their plan and joined them to lay flowers on the graves of all the Civil War dead who lay in the town’s cemetery.
The event became known as Decoration Day. The movement spread from town to town and eventual became what we know as Memorial Day.
I recently read words penned by the great American poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, which, to me, best illustrate the significance of those early Decoration Day activities:
Your silent tents of green
We deck with fragrant flowers;
Yours has the suffering been,
The memory shall be ours.
Maybe it was Longfellow’s words churning in my head that caused my restlessness. Or, maybe it was being out of my normal routine, and in this deployed location, which was causing me to think hard on what Memorial Day means. Whatever it was, this Memorial Day was different.
This Memorial Day, I wouldn’t be in full service dress rotely documenting the various activities on the hallowed grounds of Arlington National Cemetery, and then heading off to man a grill and a cooler. This Memorial Day I would be in my desert camouflage uniform in the sands of this far away land. As I record the Memorial Day activities in this place, I’ll take the time to reflect on Longfellow’s words. And I’ll take the time to stop what I’m doing and join my brothers and sisters in arms as we smartly salute the memory of the spilled blood used to pay for and secure the freedoms we hold so dear.
Thursday, May 31, 2007
CLASSIFIEDS >> 06-01-07
ANNOUNCEMENTS
THE DROP ZONE CLASSIFIED DEPARTMENT will take ads by phone from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday 982-9421, or you may mail your ad to 404 Graham Rd., Jacksonville, AR 72078. You may also email them to dropzoneclassifieds@arkansasleader.com Deadline to advertise in Friday issue is 5 p.m. Tuesday.
MEN'S BASEBALL league base team. Looking for players. Contact George DiBello. Work 743-4815, home 605-9272. Practice starts Saturday, 3 March 2/16
THRIFT SHOP open to the public. MWF, 10 am to 2 pm, first Saturday monthly. Great bargains. All revenues used to support mission. Volunteers and donations welcome. Jacksonville Care Channel, 201 Elm, 982-4647.
6 AMERICAN Idol tickets for sale for concert on July 13 at Alltel Arena. 16th Row! Call now, 743-6699.
CHILD CARE opening, minimal slots available. Call Kim 501-676-6088.
YARD SALES
BIG Garage Sale lots of things, Saturday 2 June, 08:00-noon, 20 Forest Dr. Cabot
INSIDE/OUTSIDE MOVING/ESTATE Sale. Fri & Sat, 8 to 3 & Sunday 1-4. 801 Gregory, Jacksonville. Furniture, pictures, clothing, household items, electronics. MUCH MORE!
HELP WANTED
COSMOTOLOGISTS NEEDED. SHERWOOD AREA. PLEASE CALL 501-835-3649.
HORSES
HORSES: Lucky Acres Boarding Stable, TLC for your horse, box stalls and paddocks, clean pastures, indoor and outdoor arenas, riding instruction and training program. Dressage our speciatly. (501) 988-2458.
PETS
ADORABLE GREY tabbies, 6 weeks old, free to a good home, 501-551-7510
FEMALE HOLLAND Lop Ear rabbit with all accesories. Includes new indoor/outdoor wood cage from PetSmart (cost $100). $50 for all. 796-8597.
FREE PUPPY - 4 month old Corgi Mix, female. A real sweetheart, good with kids. 501-366-7795.
FREE to Good Home, Border Collie and Corgi purebreds, females 10 months old, housebroke, Call 517-404-5303 or 517-403-1994 for more information.
1 YOUNG dachshund with all it's shots, free to good loving home. Loves children and cuddling. Not registered. Call Kim @ 501-676-6088.
FURNITURE
COUCH WITH recliners on each end, coffee table, 2 end tables $175.00. Kitchen table with glass tabletop and 4 rolling chairs $125.00. All in very good condition. Call 501-843-5501.
SECTIONAL - 6 months old $650; black teak wood dining table w/ six chairs & 2 leaves $450. All less than 1 yr old. Call 501-796-3898.
BLACK METAL full twin bunk beds $250 obo. 835-6419 or 247-0893.
BROWN SUEDE couch $100, Refrigerator, white, 1 yr. old, barely used $300. Call Jeremy at (505) 693-0620.
IKEA SOFA BED: Sofa skin is Tan, can change skins and washable. Storage footstool incl. $300 501-993-4835
QUEEN SIZEED cherry bed with dresser, great quality - $500. Couch, loveseat, chair and ottoman, beige Total set-$400. Contact Simone at 501-240-8112.
LOVESEAT - GREEN, gold, red striped $35; antique wardrobe $165; microwave cart $25; small bookcase $25. Jacksonville 985-5240 after 5:30.
BRAND NEW entertainment center- Paid $120, will sell for $50. Dark wood, with lots of storage. Already put together, will need truck to pick up. Call Michelle @ 501-908-1044.
HUGE WOODEN Hutch $425.00 Hallmark Crown store, other furniture, Lego Bionicles, Longaberger Pottery and more. See Saturday at 22 Timber Lane Cabot 7 am or call 605-8085.
4 PIECE Dresser Set For Sale, 2 Dressers, 1 night stand and 1 Mirror Good Condition. Light Green with natural wood top. Asking $300.00 OBO Call 605-431-6765.
PORTABLE BABY Crib (cherry wood). Hardly used $15. Call 833-8307. Leave message.
COFFEE TABLE and end table (almost antique and in good condition). $15 for both. Call 833-8307. Leave message.
LARGE SOLID maple wood buffet with glass door hutch (great condition). Asking $150. Call 833-8307. Leave message.
4 ANTIQUE pressed back oak chairs, circa 1922, solid bottoms, asking $380. Call 833-8307. Leave message.
KENMORE COLD spot refrigerator, excellent cond. Less than 4 years old, $250 obo. Leather couch & loveseat, no tears. $250 obo. 658-9413.
LARGE MOHOGANY ent. center $100.00. Tony Little Gazelle $40.00, Trimrider $20.00. All new condition. 988-9596 or 779-0008.
WASHER AND DRYER for sale $100 for both. Both run good. Call after 6:30. Phone number 501-247-3967. Ask for Josh.
SOFA, highback chairs, lamps, end tables and sofa table all for $425.00; Sleeper sofa $150.00; Bar with chairs $50.00. Call 241-2591. Leave message
SONY VAIO 15" CRT MONITOR w/built in speakers and microphone. Model # CPD100VS. Excellant condition. Still have box and manual. Paid $550 asking $45. Call afterrnoon 982-1882.
LOST & FOUND
FOUND: MALE kitty found at St. Judes Catholic Church on May 24. Call 941-7800 to identify.
WANTED
WANTED: carpool from Beebe to SWLR, M-F, wkng hours of 8-5. Please email ljcarpool@gmail.com or call (501) 554-4233.
COLLECTOR buying older board war games, 1970's-80's. Avalon Hill, SPI, GDW...etc. Call 501-454-8762
BABY SITTER NEEDED for 2 toddlers, good summer job for mature responsible Junior or Senior; must have transportation call 247-8130.
ITEMS FOR SALE
SONY 32" Flat Screen FD Trinitron WEGA TV. Model #:KV-32FV300. $250. Email txdarlyn@classicnet.net or call 247-1830. Better hurry!
LA-Z-BOY sofa and couch, excellent condition. Brown w/tan floral print. Must see, $550 OBO. Call 501-650-1737
PCSING MUST sell Stainless stell Frigidaire refrigerator with ice maker and water with filter. Side doors. $700. Call 658-1206.
CHILD'S WHEELCHAIR. Like new. Custom w/Cushion seat. $150.
MICROWAVE OVEN - $10.00 - call 833-8307 - leave message.
RCA FLOOR Model Color TV (good picture) $15. Call 833-8307. Leave message.
GOLF CLUB Set "Northwestern" (3 woods, 10 irons & bag). Fair condition. $25. Good starter set! Wheeled golf travel bag, $25. (Never used). Call afternoon 982-1882.
INFLATABLE POOL w/ cover - 8'wx8'wx16"h-$12; Crib/Toddler Bedding set - Lavender/White gingham $55; Leapfrog letter DVD's - $8 each; Bella Ballerina bar and DVD $9. 983-0037.
PRINCESS CUT .45 carat diamond engagement ring for sale paid 600 asking 400 obo call 501-249 -6011.
BOYS Clothing for sale - 6 months to 4 years (gymboree and gap clothing). Toddler bed for sale (like new). Call 501-952-4684.
LADIES HARLEY Davidson boots 71/2 black never worn. $100.00. Call 843-7777 after 5:00pm.
ABOVE GROUND pool. 18ft X 4ft circular pool w/Chemicals, ladder and pump/filter. Good condition, Bought last year. $150. 707-761-3139
REFRIGERATOR- Maytag 24 cubic foot, white, SxS, icemaker, 2 water filters. Still under warranty. $500 OBO. PCSing. Must sell. 952-9866.
CHILD'S WHEELCHAIR. Like new w/custom cushion seat. $150 OBO. 501-732-0200
LAWN & FARM EQUIPMENT
2001 MURRAY riding mower, 38" w/ or w/out bagger, serviced last year. Moving, need to sell. Runs well. No problems. $275 obo. 276-389-9124.
AUTOS/ACCESSORIES
2000 CHEVY Silverado, 4 door, extended cab, bed liner, bed canvas cover,wheel trim, bug guard, cd player, white exterior w/ grey interior, $12000 obo. 982-9018 after 6 pm.
2003 NISSAN Maxima SE, 55k miles, A/C, cd, moon roof, all power, great on gas, excellent condition, $14,500. 501-442-1858
1979 SILVER Lincoln Continental Town car, 76k miles, great cond., single owner, $4,000. Please call 993-3093 or 993-1167.
2005 DODGE Dakota, extended cab, 4x4, V8, manual transmission, 18,600 miles. $16,500 obo. 983-0175
ROLL BAR fits 03', 04', Dodge Dakota $75. Call Jeremy at (505) 693-0620.
2000 GMC pick-up. 95000 miles. Heat and A/C. CD Player/Stereo. Runs good. $6000. Call 501-658-3709.
LEER TRUCK Topper for 2006 Toyota Tacoma, 6' bed. Desert Sand Mica, mounts included. Less than one year old. Paid $1000, make an offer. Call Mike at 749-6707.
JEEP 2002 Grand Cherokee, green, 4WD, V8, 1 owner, 104k mi., exc. cond., $9,250 obo. 501-230-4175 Cabot.
ENGINE puller $100 o.b.o. 20" lawn mower $50. Call 501-766-4025.
2000 MUSTANG GT Garage kept, 4.6, 5spd, Pw, Ps, PL, mach 460 sound system, leather int., tinted windows, new tires, new cluthch 73K miles, 11,000. Contact Donald (501)920-2662
2005 YAMAHA Roadstar; b/w; Vance & Hines exhaust; spoke rims; whitewalls; passenger seat/backrest; 17 1/2 windshield; chrome. Immaculate: $10,600 351-5425.
2003 CADILLAC CTS. White. One owner, pretty new tires, 69,000 car is in Excellent condition, nor star and Bose stereo asking $18,000 501-605-3073.
2005 HONDA Pilot with Navigation, sagebrush, 38K miles, with 6 disc CD changer and many extras, $25,000 obo, 501-247-0104.
1999 DODGE Ram for sale: 85k miles, good condition, new tires & brakes; KBB value $6275. Call Stephen (501)247-6043.
1997 CHEVY Blazer LT 4.3V6 auto, pwr windows/locks sunroof. 124+k, 4DR, 2WHL DR, red gray interior. Asking $3500. obo. 501-773-6760.
2006 BMW, silver, 6 speed, excellent cond. $29,700. 864-313-2297.
2003 FORD Focus SE loaded and nice! Asking $8,000. Call Gary 658-0189.
2004 CHEVY Colorado, 4-door, 5-Cyl, 3.5L, 4X4, 42,500 miles, Z71 Susp, $16,500 OBO. Contact Matt at 501-982-1685.
1988 ACURA LEGEND L- GOOD COND. $2500.00. PHONE 951-8097
2005 Mazda Tribute S, V-6, AWD, Loaded, Extra Clean, 70K miles, Call Joe- 590-2694. $16,000.00.
2007 MITSIBISHI BRONZE ECLIPSE Fully Loaded. 2002 HYUNDAI ACCENT Silver 79,000k ($4300) or best offer. Contact James 501-658-5362.
2003 Cadillac CTS- One time owner - 69,000 miles. Bose stereo, nor star, new tires. Asking $18,000- OBO. 501-605-3073
RECREATIONAL VEHICLES
2005 SUN tracker, Party barge like new, 24ft, 90hpw mercury motor, changing room, sink and trailer. Lots of extras. Asking 18,500 OBO. Call 605-1984.
FAST FISH and ski boat for sale; 1987 Challenger tri-hull 75HP Johnson with all life jackets, skis, seats, brand new fish finder, etc... very low hours, just serviced. $3500 OBO. 501-834-6160.
YAMAHA grizzly 660 2005 excellent cond. auto, diff. lock, hi-lo, mud tires. Asking $4800 obo.
FOR SALE: 30' campter, brand new/used 2 times, must sell, a bargain at $18k. Call 985-5680 and leave a message if no answer.
BASS BOAT King Fisher w/90HP Johnson, trolling motor, fish finder RUNS GREAT 3 life jackets included Must sell $3500 983-1993.
1997 SEADOO SPX 2 seater Jet ski Yellow in color, $1800,00 or best offer. Call Nathan @ 501-352-4356.
2000 SPORTSER Hugger 883, 7,000 iles, forward controls, extra chrome, custom seat & bars, spoke wheels. $5500 obo. Call Sean at 501-941-7730.
2006 POLARIS 700 ATV. Mint condition, true AWD, 222 miles with 29 hrs, comes with Onyx 5x8 trailer, gun boot and Polaris full face helmet. PCSing must sell. Asking $6000.00 Call Russ at 366-0954
1998 POLARIS SLXH Jetski. 3 cylinder 120hp w/trailer. Only 112hrs on it. Runs great 60mph. Several new parts. Call 501-779-1555. Must sell.
2006 SUZUKI GSXR 1000 Motorcycle, Red & Black, with matching helmet, gloves & jacket. $9000.00 Firm. Call 501-773-6153.
HOUSES FOR RENT
3 AND 4 BR homes for rent in Cabot, starting at $700 per month. The Blackwood Team Realtors 501-843-0780.
LEASE WITH option to buy. Brand new 3 Bedroom 2 Bath, 1361 sq. ft. lots of extras. Presently available in Withering Heights subdivision. Austin. $900 per month. Call Jim Coy (501) 843-0519.
FOR RENT: Sherwood, 3 Bedroom 2 Bath, 1100 sq. ft. house. Privacy fenced with garage. $800 deposit, $925 month. 1 year lease required. 870-917-2010
FOR RENT: 4 Bedroom 3 Bath home in Sherwood. New paint, fenced backyard, carport, 2 bonus rooms, 2400 sq. ft. $1,350 monthly + deposit. References required. 834-8140 or 952-3868. Email: kdbauder@swbell.net
MILITARY SPECIAL. Spacious duplex minutes from Base. 3/2, Washer & Dryer included, small fenced backyard. Certain pets allowed (ask for details). $700 month with $700 deposit - flexible. 658-6220.
GAP CREEK Subdivision. Gorgeous 3 year old home with space galore: 3400 sq. ft., 4 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath; wonderful open floor plan. Only 8 minutes to LRAFB back gate. $1800 month obo. 501-920-7028.
CABOT, 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath. Office, fridge, washer/dryer, Central Heat & Air, large fenced yard. Pets allowed with deposit. $900 month & deposit. RE/Max Real Estate Connection. 501-843-3067.
3 BEDROOM, 2 full Baths. Central Heat & Air, stove & dishwasher, furnished. 5 miles East of Jacksonville on Hwy 294. Rent $700, $300 deposit. No pets. 501-944-1905 or 501-676-3507. Ask for Gilbert.
FOR RENT: Cabot, Magness Creek,3 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1530 sq. ft., garage, deck, storage shed, fenced. Pets with approval, $925, security deposit. Available late June. 501-749-3104.
1500 FIRST Street #B, Cabot. Available now. All electric. 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, new kitchen appliances, $425 month. Call 501-259-8931.
HOUSE FOR Rent: 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath on 3 acres in Gravel Ridge. $450 month. 1 year lease required. Call 982-0370 after 6 pm.
3 BR homes for rent, starting at $700. Call Century 21 Real Estate Unlimited at 501-843-4473 for details.
HOUSES FOR SALE
MAPLEWOOD SUBDIVISION: FSBO 513 Harris Road, Jacksonville. 2228 sq. ft., 4 Bedroom 2 1/2 Bath, 2 car garage, brick exterior, fenced yard. Near LRAFB. $217,900. Call 501-749-9458.
3 BEDROOM 2 Bath plus bonus room, 1800 sq. ft., huge living room & kitchen with lots of custom upgrades, tile & laminate flooring, enlarged fenced yard. $149,950. Call 501-247-4395.
713 VINE Street, Jacksonville - "Great House, Great Location" - 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath, formal livingroom, Central Heat & Air, approximately 1557 sq. ft. Call for appointment. 501-9822-6954 or 1-888-229-8973.
8 MONTHS old. 6 Bedroom, 4 Bath home sits on 6 wooded acres, at end of cul-de-sac, bonus room with efficiency kitchen. Buy now & choose carpet & appliances colors. $259,900. Call Brenda 501-514-2250. Exit First Choice Realty.
NEW HOUSE for Sale by Builder: 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1330 sq. ft., new subdivision. 405 Franklin Street, Jacksonville. $130,000. 982-9440 or 749-4134.
THE DROP ZONE CLASSIFIED DEPARTMENT will take ads by phone from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday 982-9421, or you may mail your ad to 404 Graham Rd., Jacksonville, AR 72078. You may also email them to dropzoneclassifieds@arkansasleader.com Deadline to advertise in Friday issue is 5 p.m. Tuesday.
MEN'S BASEBALL league base team. Looking for players. Contact George DiBello. Work 743-4815, home 605-9272. Practice starts Saturday, 3 March 2/16
THRIFT SHOP open to the public. MWF, 10 am to 2 pm, first Saturday monthly. Great bargains. All revenues used to support mission. Volunteers and donations welcome. Jacksonville Care Channel, 201 Elm, 982-4647.
6 AMERICAN Idol tickets for sale for concert on July 13 at Alltel Arena. 16th Row! Call now, 743-6699.
CHILD CARE opening, minimal slots available. Call Kim 501-676-6088.
YARD SALES
BIG Garage Sale lots of things, Saturday 2 June, 08:00-noon, 20 Forest Dr. Cabot
INSIDE/OUTSIDE MOVING/ESTATE Sale. Fri & Sat, 8 to 3 & Sunday 1-4. 801 Gregory, Jacksonville. Furniture, pictures, clothing, household items, electronics. MUCH MORE!
HELP WANTED
COSMOTOLOGISTS NEEDED. SHERWOOD AREA. PLEASE CALL 501-835-3649.
HORSES
HORSES: Lucky Acres Boarding Stable, TLC for your horse, box stalls and paddocks, clean pastures, indoor and outdoor arenas, riding instruction and training program. Dressage our speciatly. (501) 988-2458.
PETS
ADORABLE GREY tabbies, 6 weeks old, free to a good home, 501-551-7510
FEMALE HOLLAND Lop Ear rabbit with all accesories. Includes new indoor/outdoor wood cage from PetSmart (cost $100). $50 for all. 796-8597.
FREE PUPPY - 4 month old Corgi Mix, female. A real sweetheart, good with kids. 501-366-7795.
FREE to Good Home, Border Collie and Corgi purebreds, females 10 months old, housebroke, Call 517-404-5303 or 517-403-1994 for more information.
1 YOUNG dachshund with all it's shots, free to good loving home. Loves children and cuddling. Not registered. Call Kim @ 501-676-6088.
FURNITURE
COUCH WITH recliners on each end, coffee table, 2 end tables $175.00. Kitchen table with glass tabletop and 4 rolling chairs $125.00. All in very good condition. Call 501-843-5501.
SECTIONAL - 6 months old $650; black teak wood dining table w/ six chairs & 2 leaves $450. All less than 1 yr old. Call 501-796-3898.
BLACK METAL full twin bunk beds $250 obo. 835-6419 or 247-0893.
BROWN SUEDE couch $100, Refrigerator, white, 1 yr. old, barely used $300. Call Jeremy at (505) 693-0620.
IKEA SOFA BED: Sofa skin is Tan, can change skins and washable. Storage footstool incl. $300 501-993-4835
QUEEN SIZEED cherry bed with dresser, great quality - $500. Couch, loveseat, chair and ottoman, beige Total set-$400. Contact Simone at 501-240-8112.
LOVESEAT - GREEN, gold, red striped $35; antique wardrobe $165; microwave cart $25; small bookcase $25. Jacksonville 985-5240 after 5:30.
BRAND NEW entertainment center- Paid $120, will sell for $50. Dark wood, with lots of storage. Already put together, will need truck to pick up. Call Michelle @ 501-908-1044.
HUGE WOODEN Hutch $425.00 Hallmark Crown store, other furniture, Lego Bionicles, Longaberger Pottery and more. See Saturday at 22 Timber Lane Cabot 7 am or call 605-8085.
4 PIECE Dresser Set For Sale, 2 Dressers, 1 night stand and 1 Mirror Good Condition. Light Green with natural wood top. Asking $300.00 OBO Call 605-431-6765.
PORTABLE BABY Crib (cherry wood). Hardly used $15. Call 833-8307. Leave message.
COFFEE TABLE and end table (almost antique and in good condition). $15 for both. Call 833-8307. Leave message.
LARGE SOLID maple wood buffet with glass door hutch (great condition). Asking $150. Call 833-8307. Leave message.
4 ANTIQUE pressed back oak chairs, circa 1922, solid bottoms, asking $380. Call 833-8307. Leave message.
KENMORE COLD spot refrigerator, excellent cond. Less than 4 years old, $250 obo. Leather couch & loveseat, no tears. $250 obo. 658-9413.
LARGE MOHOGANY ent. center $100.00. Tony Little Gazelle $40.00, Trimrider $20.00. All new condition. 988-9596 or 779-0008.
WASHER AND DRYER for sale $100 for both. Both run good. Call after 6:30. Phone number 501-247-3967. Ask for Josh.
SOFA, highback chairs, lamps, end tables and sofa table all for $425.00; Sleeper sofa $150.00; Bar with chairs $50.00. Call 241-2591. Leave message
SONY VAIO 15" CRT MONITOR w/built in speakers and microphone. Model # CPD100VS. Excellant condition. Still have box and manual. Paid $550 asking $45. Call afterrnoon 982-1882.
LOST & FOUND
FOUND: MALE kitty found at St. Judes Catholic Church on May 24. Call 941-7800 to identify.
WANTED
WANTED: carpool from Beebe to SWLR, M-F, wkng hours of 8-5. Please email ljcarpool@gmail.com or call (501) 554-4233.
COLLECTOR buying older board war games, 1970's-80's. Avalon Hill, SPI, GDW...etc. Call 501-454-8762
BABY SITTER NEEDED for 2 toddlers, good summer job for mature responsible Junior or Senior; must have transportation call 247-8130.
ITEMS FOR SALE
SONY 32" Flat Screen FD Trinitron WEGA TV. Model #:KV-32FV300. $250. Email txdarlyn@classicnet.net or call 247-1830. Better hurry!
LA-Z-BOY sofa and couch, excellent condition. Brown w/tan floral print. Must see, $550 OBO. Call 501-650-1737
PCSING MUST sell Stainless stell Frigidaire refrigerator with ice maker and water with filter. Side doors. $700. Call 658-1206.
CHILD'S WHEELCHAIR. Like new. Custom w/Cushion seat. $150.
MICROWAVE OVEN - $10.00 - call 833-8307 - leave message.
RCA FLOOR Model Color TV (good picture) $15. Call 833-8307. Leave message.
GOLF CLUB Set "Northwestern" (3 woods, 10 irons & bag). Fair condition. $25. Good starter set! Wheeled golf travel bag, $25. (Never used). Call afternoon 982-1882.
INFLATABLE POOL w/ cover - 8'wx8'wx16"h-$12; Crib/Toddler Bedding set - Lavender/White gingham $55; Leapfrog letter DVD's - $8 each; Bella Ballerina bar and DVD $9. 983-0037.
PRINCESS CUT .45 carat diamond engagement ring for sale paid 600 asking 400 obo call 501-249 -6011.
BOYS Clothing for sale - 6 months to 4 years (gymboree and gap clothing). Toddler bed for sale (like new). Call 501-952-4684.
LADIES HARLEY Davidson boots 71/2 black never worn. $100.00. Call 843-7777 after 5:00pm.
ABOVE GROUND pool. 18ft X 4ft circular pool w/Chemicals, ladder and pump/filter. Good condition, Bought last year. $150. 707-761-3139
REFRIGERATOR- Maytag 24 cubic foot, white, SxS, icemaker, 2 water filters. Still under warranty. $500 OBO. PCSing. Must sell. 952-9866.
CHILD'S WHEELCHAIR. Like new w/custom cushion seat. $150 OBO. 501-732-0200
LAWN & FARM EQUIPMENT
2001 MURRAY riding mower, 38" w/ or w/out bagger, serviced last year. Moving, need to sell. Runs well. No problems. $275 obo. 276-389-9124.
AUTOS/ACCESSORIES
2000 CHEVY Silverado, 4 door, extended cab, bed liner, bed canvas cover,wheel trim, bug guard, cd player, white exterior w/ grey interior, $12000 obo. 982-9018 after 6 pm.
2003 NISSAN Maxima SE, 55k miles, A/C, cd, moon roof, all power, great on gas, excellent condition, $14,500. 501-442-1858
1979 SILVER Lincoln Continental Town car, 76k miles, great cond., single owner, $4,000. Please call 993-3093 or 993-1167.
2005 DODGE Dakota, extended cab, 4x4, V8, manual transmission, 18,600 miles. $16,500 obo. 983-0175
ROLL BAR fits 03', 04', Dodge Dakota $75. Call Jeremy at (505) 693-0620.
2000 GMC pick-up. 95000 miles. Heat and A/C. CD Player/Stereo. Runs good. $6000. Call 501-658-3709.
LEER TRUCK Topper for 2006 Toyota Tacoma, 6' bed. Desert Sand Mica, mounts included. Less than one year old. Paid $1000, make an offer. Call Mike at 749-6707.
JEEP 2002 Grand Cherokee, green, 4WD, V8, 1 owner, 104k mi., exc. cond., $9,250 obo. 501-230-4175 Cabot.
ENGINE puller $100 o.b.o. 20" lawn mower $50. Call 501-766-4025.
2000 MUSTANG GT Garage kept, 4.6, 5spd, Pw, Ps, PL, mach 460 sound system, leather int., tinted windows, new tires, new cluthch 73K miles, 11,000. Contact Donald (501)920-2662
2005 YAMAHA Roadstar; b/w; Vance & Hines exhaust; spoke rims; whitewalls; passenger seat/backrest; 17 1/2 windshield; chrome. Immaculate: $10,600 351-5425.
2003 CADILLAC CTS. White. One owner, pretty new tires, 69,000 car is in Excellent condition, nor star and Bose stereo asking $18,000 501-605-3073.
2005 HONDA Pilot with Navigation, sagebrush, 38K miles, with 6 disc CD changer and many extras, $25,000 obo, 501-247-0104.
1999 DODGE Ram for sale: 85k miles, good condition, new tires & brakes; KBB value $6275. Call Stephen (501)247-6043.
1997 CHEVY Blazer LT 4.3V6 auto, pwr windows/locks sunroof. 124+k, 4DR, 2WHL DR, red gray interior. Asking $3500. obo. 501-773-6760.
2006 BMW, silver, 6 speed, excellent cond. $29,700. 864-313-2297.
2003 FORD Focus SE loaded and nice! Asking $8,000. Call Gary 658-0189.
2004 CHEVY Colorado, 4-door, 5-Cyl, 3.5L, 4X4, 42,500 miles, Z71 Susp, $16,500 OBO. Contact Matt at 501-982-1685.
1988 ACURA LEGEND L- GOOD COND. $2500.00. PHONE 951-8097
2005 Mazda Tribute S, V-6, AWD, Loaded, Extra Clean, 70K miles, Call Joe- 590-2694. $16,000.00.
2007 MITSIBISHI BRONZE ECLIPSE Fully Loaded. 2002 HYUNDAI ACCENT Silver 79,000k ($4300) or best offer. Contact James 501-658-5362.
2003 Cadillac CTS- One time owner - 69,000 miles. Bose stereo, nor star, new tires. Asking $18,000- OBO. 501-605-3073
RECREATIONAL VEHICLES
2005 SUN tracker, Party barge like new, 24ft, 90hpw mercury motor, changing room, sink and trailer. Lots of extras. Asking 18,500 OBO. Call 605-1984.
FAST FISH and ski boat for sale; 1987 Challenger tri-hull 75HP Johnson with all life jackets, skis, seats, brand new fish finder, etc... very low hours, just serviced. $3500 OBO. 501-834-6160.
YAMAHA grizzly 660 2005 excellent cond. auto, diff. lock, hi-lo, mud tires. Asking $4800 obo.
FOR SALE: 30' campter, brand new/used 2 times, must sell, a bargain at $18k. Call 985-5680 and leave a message if no answer.
BASS BOAT King Fisher w/90HP Johnson, trolling motor, fish finder RUNS GREAT 3 life jackets included Must sell $3500 983-1993.
1997 SEADOO SPX 2 seater Jet ski Yellow in color, $1800,00 or best offer. Call Nathan @ 501-352-4356.
2000 SPORTSER Hugger 883, 7,000 iles, forward controls, extra chrome, custom seat & bars, spoke wheels. $5500 obo. Call Sean at 501-941-7730.
2006 POLARIS 700 ATV. Mint condition, true AWD, 222 miles with 29 hrs, comes with Onyx 5x8 trailer, gun boot and Polaris full face helmet. PCSing must sell. Asking $6000.00 Call Russ at 366-0954
1998 POLARIS SLXH Jetski. 3 cylinder 120hp w/trailer. Only 112hrs on it. Runs great 60mph. Several new parts. Call 501-779-1555. Must sell.
2006 SUZUKI GSXR 1000 Motorcycle, Red & Black, with matching helmet, gloves & jacket. $9000.00 Firm. Call 501-773-6153.
HOUSES FOR RENT
3 AND 4 BR homes for rent in Cabot, starting at $700 per month. The Blackwood Team Realtors 501-843-0780.
LEASE WITH option to buy. Brand new 3 Bedroom 2 Bath, 1361 sq. ft. lots of extras. Presently available in Withering Heights subdivision. Austin. $900 per month. Call Jim Coy (501) 843-0519.
FOR RENT: Sherwood, 3 Bedroom 2 Bath, 1100 sq. ft. house. Privacy fenced with garage. $800 deposit, $925 month. 1 year lease required. 870-917-2010
FOR RENT: 4 Bedroom 3 Bath home in Sherwood. New paint, fenced backyard, carport, 2 bonus rooms, 2400 sq. ft. $1,350 monthly + deposit. References required. 834-8140 or 952-3868. Email: kdbauder@swbell.net
MILITARY SPECIAL. Spacious duplex minutes from Base. 3/2, Washer & Dryer included, small fenced backyard. Certain pets allowed (ask for details). $700 month with $700 deposit - flexible. 658-6220.
GAP CREEK Subdivision. Gorgeous 3 year old home with space galore: 3400 sq. ft., 4 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath; wonderful open floor plan. Only 8 minutes to LRAFB back gate. $1800 month obo. 501-920-7028.
CABOT, 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath. Office, fridge, washer/dryer, Central Heat & Air, large fenced yard. Pets allowed with deposit. $900 month & deposit. RE/Max Real Estate Connection. 501-843-3067.
3 BEDROOM, 2 full Baths. Central Heat & Air, stove & dishwasher, furnished. 5 miles East of Jacksonville on Hwy 294. Rent $700, $300 deposit. No pets. 501-944-1905 or 501-676-3507. Ask for Gilbert.
FOR RENT: Cabot, Magness Creek,3 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1530 sq. ft., garage, deck, storage shed, fenced. Pets with approval, $925, security deposit. Available late June. 501-749-3104.
1500 FIRST Street #B, Cabot. Available now. All electric. 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, new kitchen appliances, $425 month. Call 501-259-8931.
HOUSE FOR Rent: 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath on 3 acres in Gravel Ridge. $450 month. 1 year lease required. Call 982-0370 after 6 pm.
3 BR homes for rent, starting at $700. Call Century 21 Real Estate Unlimited at 501-843-4473 for details.
HOUSES FOR SALE
MAPLEWOOD SUBDIVISION: FSBO 513 Harris Road, Jacksonville. 2228 sq. ft., 4 Bedroom 2 1/2 Bath, 2 car garage, brick exterior, fenced yard. Near LRAFB. $217,900. Call 501-749-9458.
3 BEDROOM 2 Bath plus bonus room, 1800 sq. ft., huge living room & kitchen with lots of custom upgrades, tile & laminate flooring, enlarged fenced yard. $149,950. Call 501-247-4395.
713 VINE Street, Jacksonville - "Great House, Great Location" - 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath, formal livingroom, Central Heat & Air, approximately 1557 sq. ft. Call for appointment. 501-9822-6954 or 1-888-229-8973.
8 MONTHS old. 6 Bedroom, 4 Bath home sits on 6 wooded acres, at end of cul-de-sac, bonus room with efficiency kitchen. Buy now & choose carpet & appliances colors. $259,900. Call Brenda 501-514-2250. Exit First Choice Realty.
NEW HOUSE for Sale by Builder: 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1330 sq. ft., new subdivision. 405 Franklin Street, Jacksonville. $130,000. 982-9440 or 749-4134.
SPORTS>>Academy record set at NCAA Regionals
DES MOINES, Iowa — While qualifying for a spot in tomorrow’s event final, junior Kevin Hawkins set an Academy record in the 800-meter run, as select members of the Air Force track and field team participated in the first day of competition at the NCAA Midwest Regional on Friday, May 25, in Des Moines, Iowa.
During the preliminary round of competition for the 800-meter run, Hawkins crossed the finish line in 1:48.66 to qualify for tomorrow’s finals.
That time, which placed Hawkins sixth in the preliminary heat, is the fastest ever by an Air Force athlete, breaking Jeff Kuzma’s record of 1:48.68 that was set in 1994.
Two Falcons could earn a spot at the national championships, based on their finishes today. The top five finishers from each regional event automatically advance to the NCAA Championships, while the sixth, seventh and eighth-place finishers have a chance for an at-large bid based on the national descending order lists once the regional meets are finished. Freshman Dan Paladino will have a shot for an at-large berth to the NCAA Championships, after placing eighth in the hammer with a throw of 189’4”.
That mark, which was just inches shy of his personal best, was the second-best distance in its flight. Classmate Nick Frawley also earned a shot at an at-large consideration, as he placed eighth in the pole vault after clearing 16’7¼”. He was one of just two underclassmen to finish within the top 10.
Sophomore Kirk Devine picked up two 16th-place finishes, beginning a trend that saw three others claim that same finish.
Devine threw a 181’0” to take 16th in the hammer, while amassing a distance of 164’0” to take that same placement in the discus.
From the track, sophomore Kellen Curry timed in at 14.54 in the 110-meter hurdles to take 16th in the preliminary heat. Junior Travis Picou earned the same place finish in the preliminaries of the 200-meter dash, as he finished 16th with a time of 21.45.
In the Falcons’ only event final from the track, sophomore Sean Houseworth picked up a 16th-place finish in the 5000-meter run behind a time of 14:58.02.
On the women’s side, senior Casey Bayne threw a 144’8” to place 13th in the javelin, while freshman Katie Weber finished 17th, with a throw of 130’11”. Another senior-freshman duo competed in the shot put, as senior Olivia Korte and freshman Sara Neubauer finished 14th and 18th, respectively. Korte tossed a distance of 47’7¾”, while Neubauer recorded a mark of 46’8¼”.
Action concludes tomorrow (May 26) at the NCAA Midwest Regional Championships. Air Force begins competition at 2 p.m. (CST) with the women’s pole vault and concludes at 4 p.m., with the women’s shot put.
During the preliminary round of competition for the 800-meter run, Hawkins crossed the finish line in 1:48.66 to qualify for tomorrow’s finals.
That time, which placed Hawkins sixth in the preliminary heat, is the fastest ever by an Air Force athlete, breaking Jeff Kuzma’s record of 1:48.68 that was set in 1994.
Two Falcons could earn a spot at the national championships, based on their finishes today. The top five finishers from each regional event automatically advance to the NCAA Championships, while the sixth, seventh and eighth-place finishers have a chance for an at-large bid based on the national descending order lists once the regional meets are finished. Freshman Dan Paladino will have a shot for an at-large berth to the NCAA Championships, after placing eighth in the hammer with a throw of 189’4”.
That mark, which was just inches shy of his personal best, was the second-best distance in its flight. Classmate Nick Frawley also earned a shot at an at-large consideration, as he placed eighth in the pole vault after clearing 16’7¼”. He was one of just two underclassmen to finish within the top 10.
Sophomore Kirk Devine picked up two 16th-place finishes, beginning a trend that saw three others claim that same finish.
Devine threw a 181’0” to take 16th in the hammer, while amassing a distance of 164’0” to take that same placement in the discus.
From the track, sophomore Kellen Curry timed in at 14.54 in the 110-meter hurdles to take 16th in the preliminary heat. Junior Travis Picou earned the same place finish in the preliminaries of the 200-meter dash, as he finished 16th with a time of 21.45.
In the Falcons’ only event final from the track, sophomore Sean Houseworth picked up a 16th-place finish in the 5000-meter run behind a time of 14:58.02.
On the women’s side, senior Casey Bayne threw a 144’8” to place 13th in the javelin, while freshman Katie Weber finished 17th, with a throw of 130’11”. Another senior-freshman duo competed in the shot put, as senior Olivia Korte and freshman Sara Neubauer finished 14th and 18th, respectively. Korte tossed a distance of 47’7¾”, while Neubauer recorded a mark of 46’8¼”.
Action concludes tomorrow (May 26) at the NCAA Midwest Regional Championships. Air Force begins competition at 2 p.m. (CST) with the women’s pole vault and concludes at 4 p.m., with the women’s shot put.
OFF DUTY LIFE >>06-01-07
Tour de Rock June 9
CARTI Tour de Rock is set for June 9 at Burns Park. The event is a cycling fun ride for bikers of all ages and experience levels.
For more information contact Dee Rieke at 501-296-3413 drieke@carti.com or visit www.tourderock.org.
Music festival today
The Pinnacle of Music Festival is 4-9 p.m. today through Saturday. The event will be held in the west summit picnic area. This new festival features Gospel musicians Friday evening and Michael Burks Saturday night.
Lawn chairs will be allowed. Blues singer and guitarist Michael Burks will perform from 7-9 p.m. Saturday.
There is a $5 parking fee. For more information call 868-5806 or e-mail pinnaclemountain@arkansas.com.
Austin Fest Saturday
The city of Austin will hold its annual Austin Fest event Saturday. The all-day event is the main fundraiser for the Austin Volunteer Fire Department and proceeds will help pay for the new fire station. There will be booths, food, entertainment, a silent auction, parade and pageant. The police department will have a Morgan Nick Amber Alert booth; the prison band will perform from 7–9 p.m.
The Austin Fest parade will take place at 10 a.m. with the pageant to follow at 11 a.m. Call Tammy at 843-9657 to participate in the parade and stop by Chamberlain’s Corner Store to get an entry form for the pageant.
Family fun night scheduled in Cabot
The Lonoke County 4H is hosting it’s second annual Family Fun Night Saturday at the Cabot High School cafeteria to raise money for the Club’s Scholarship Fund and to help send kids to camp.
The event will feature a homestyle chicken dinner and entertainment provided by the band, A Rich History.
A Silent Auction with items ranging from local business gift certificates to heirloom furniture will be held as well as a wide variety of games and prizes for kids of all ages. Tickets cost $5 adults and $2.50 for children under 12. Call Carolyn Burns at 501-676-3124 for more information.
Zoo happenings announced
Several events happening at the Little Rock Zoo this month include a Father’s Day barbecue, June 17.
Cost is $17.95 for members adults and $10.95 children, non-members $21.95 adults and $12.95 children. Call 501-661-7218 for reservations. Breakfast with Rhinos is slated for June 23. Cost is $12.95 for members adults and $12.95 adults $8.95 child, for non-members $16.95 adults $10.95 child. Call 501-661-7218 for reservations. Call 501-666-2406 or visit www.littlerockzoo.com for updates.
Art center hosts vocal talent competion
Little Rock Star, a vocal talent competition, will hold auditions starting today and on June 30, the first Little Rock Star will be born. This event will be held at the New Windsong Performing Art Center in North Little Rock. This is a tremendous opportunity for young talent aged 15-35. For details call 501- 753-8694 or visit www.windsongcenter.com.
CARTI Tour de Rock is set for June 9 at Burns Park. The event is a cycling fun ride for bikers of all ages and experience levels.
For more information contact Dee Rieke at 501-296-3413 drieke@carti.com or visit www.tourderock.org.
Music festival today
The Pinnacle of Music Festival is 4-9 p.m. today through Saturday. The event will be held in the west summit picnic area. This new festival features Gospel musicians Friday evening and Michael Burks Saturday night.
Lawn chairs will be allowed. Blues singer and guitarist Michael Burks will perform from 7-9 p.m. Saturday.
There is a $5 parking fee. For more information call 868-5806 or e-mail pinnaclemountain@arkansas.com.
Austin Fest Saturday
The city of Austin will hold its annual Austin Fest event Saturday. The all-day event is the main fundraiser for the Austin Volunteer Fire Department and proceeds will help pay for the new fire station. There will be booths, food, entertainment, a silent auction, parade and pageant. The police department will have a Morgan Nick Amber Alert booth; the prison band will perform from 7–9 p.m.
The Austin Fest parade will take place at 10 a.m. with the pageant to follow at 11 a.m. Call Tammy at 843-9657 to participate in the parade and stop by Chamberlain’s Corner Store to get an entry form for the pageant.
Family fun night scheduled in Cabot
The Lonoke County 4H is hosting it’s second annual Family Fun Night Saturday at the Cabot High School cafeteria to raise money for the Club’s Scholarship Fund and to help send kids to camp.
The event will feature a homestyle chicken dinner and entertainment provided by the band, A Rich History.
A Silent Auction with items ranging from local business gift certificates to heirloom furniture will be held as well as a wide variety of games and prizes for kids of all ages. Tickets cost $5 adults and $2.50 for children under 12. Call Carolyn Burns at 501-676-3124 for more information.
Zoo happenings announced
Several events happening at the Little Rock Zoo this month include a Father’s Day barbecue, June 17.
Cost is $17.95 for members adults and $10.95 children, non-members $21.95 adults and $12.95 children. Call 501-661-7218 for reservations. Breakfast with Rhinos is slated for June 23. Cost is $12.95 for members adults and $12.95 adults $8.95 child, for non-members $16.95 adults $10.95 child. Call 501-661-7218 for reservations. Call 501-666-2406 or visit www.littlerockzoo.com for updates.
Art center hosts vocal talent competion
Little Rock Star, a vocal talent competition, will hold auditions starting today and on June 30, the first Little Rock Star will be born. This event will be held at the New Windsong Performing Art Center in North Little Rock. This is a tremendous opportunity for young talent aged 15-35. For details call 501- 753-8694 or visit www.windsongcenter.com.
NEWS BRIEFS>>JUNE 1
VBS June 11-15
Avalanche Ranch Vacation Bible School runs June 11 through June 15 from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the base chapel. This school is open to children ages 4 through the completion of 6th grade. Early registration is recommended as space is limited. Contact the Little Rock Air Force Base chapel support office at 987-6014 for more information.
MSS closed today
The 314th Mission Support Squadron will be closed from noon to 4:30 p.m. today for their Annual Squadron Picnic.
For emergency issues, please call 425-7283 or 425-7333.
Retirement slated for June 8
Master Sgt. Gary Romesburg, 314 Logistics Readiness Squadron, will have his retirement ceremony at 1:30 p.m. June 8 at the conference center. Dress is uniform of the day for military and casual for civilians. Call Lt. Greg Willey at 987-3950 for more information.
Estate claims
Anyone having claims against or indebtedness to the estate of Sr. Airman Walter Willis should contact 1st Lt. James E. Hodges, 314th AMXS, Summary Court Officer, at ext 987-4592. Anyone having claims against the estate or indebtedness to the estate of Staff Sgt. John. Self should contact 1st. Lt. Harvey Catchings, summary court officer, at 987-6297 or via e-mail at harvey.catchings@littelrock.af.mil.
ID cards given by appointment only
Active duty members requiring a new ID card (CAC) need to schedule an appointment prior to coming to MPF Customer Service. To schedule an appointment for a new ID card (CAC) please call 987-6831 or 987-8228. If there are any questions concerning ID cards, please contact Senior Master Sgt. Creech at 987-8960.
Retirement ceremony
Senior Master Sgt. Gerald Howell, 314th Logistics Readiness Squadron, will retire at 10 a.m. today in the Hangar 1080 ballroom. Dress is uniform of the day for military and casual for civilians. Call Staff Sgt. Lachandra Rudolph at 987-6392 for more information.
Air traffic control opportunities
The Pennsylvania Air National Guard , located in central Pa. has two Traditional Guardsman (part-time) positions for 1C171, Air Traffic Controllers, one master seargent and one tech. sergeant position are available in the 112th AOS, State College, Pa.
Call Master Sgt. Ken Stanton at 1-888-640-9200, DSN 491-5100 email Ken.stanton@paharr.ang.af.mil or visit our home page www.112aos.org.
NAF jobs available
The following non-appropriated-fund jobs are available: Child Development Center, child development program assistant, CC-03, flexible hours and Hangar 1080, food service worker, NA-02 flexible hours and cashier, HF-1, flexible hours.
Applicants must be 16 years of age to apply for positions. For more information call 987-6440.
Avalanche Ranch Vacation Bible School runs June 11 through June 15 from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the base chapel. This school is open to children ages 4 through the completion of 6th grade. Early registration is recommended as space is limited. Contact the Little Rock Air Force Base chapel support office at 987-6014 for more information.
MSS closed today
The 314th Mission Support Squadron will be closed from noon to 4:30 p.m. today for their Annual Squadron Picnic.
For emergency issues, please call 425-7283 or 425-7333.
Retirement slated for June 8
Master Sgt. Gary Romesburg, 314 Logistics Readiness Squadron, will have his retirement ceremony at 1:30 p.m. June 8 at the conference center. Dress is uniform of the day for military and casual for civilians. Call Lt. Greg Willey at 987-3950 for more information.
Estate claims
Anyone having claims against or indebtedness to the estate of Sr. Airman Walter Willis should contact 1st Lt. James E. Hodges, 314th AMXS, Summary Court Officer, at ext 987-4592. Anyone having claims against the estate or indebtedness to the estate of Staff Sgt. John. Self should contact 1st. Lt. Harvey Catchings, summary court officer, at 987-6297 or via e-mail at harvey.catchings@littelrock.af.mil.
ID cards given by appointment only
Active duty members requiring a new ID card (CAC) need to schedule an appointment prior to coming to MPF Customer Service. To schedule an appointment for a new ID card (CAC) please call 987-6831 or 987-8228. If there are any questions concerning ID cards, please contact Senior Master Sgt. Creech at 987-8960.
Retirement ceremony
Senior Master Sgt. Gerald Howell, 314th Logistics Readiness Squadron, will retire at 10 a.m. today in the Hangar 1080 ballroom. Dress is uniform of the day for military and casual for civilians. Call Staff Sgt. Lachandra Rudolph at 987-6392 for more information.
Air traffic control opportunities
The Pennsylvania Air National Guard , located in central Pa. has two Traditional Guardsman (part-time) positions for 1C171, Air Traffic Controllers, one master seargent and one tech. sergeant position are available in the 112th AOS, State College, Pa.
Call Master Sgt. Ken Stanton at 1-888-640-9200, DSN 491-5100 email Ken.stanton@paharr.ang.af.mil or visit our home page www.112aos.org.
NAF jobs available
The following non-appropriated-fund jobs are available: Child Development Center, child development program assistant, CC-03, flexible hours and Hangar 1080, food service worker, NA-02 flexible hours and cashier, HF-1, flexible hours.
Applicants must be 16 years of age to apply for positions. For more information call 987-6440.
TOP STORY >>Little Rock civic leader recognized with Fisher Award
By Maj. Ange Keskey
Air Mobility Command Public Affairs
SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, Ill. — Air Mobility Command recently honored Philip Davis, Little Rock Air Force Base civic leader, as this year’s Zachary and Elizabeth Fisher Distinguished Civilian Humanitarian Award recipient.
The annual award recognizes an individual or organization exemplifying Zachary and Elizabeth Fisher’s personal qualities of patriotism, generosity and selfless dedication to the members of the Armed Forces of the United States, through an outstanding humanitarian act or service; who selflessly contributes an extraordinary amount of time, talent, or resources to benefit members of the Armed Forces of the United States; and significantly enhances the quality of life of military members or their families through the act or service.
Mr. Davis said his efforts leading to the award were more of a personal “thank you” to service members.
“When my son, against my advice, joined the United States Marines, in February 2001, I increased my service to the Air Force family... then came 9/11, and it seemed only the right thing to do in being of more help than ever to our Air Force people,” said Mr. Davis. “A couple of months after the fall of Baghdad, I received a letter from my Marine who credited a timely re-supply of ammunition, delivered by an Air Force C-130, for saving his and several other Marines’ lives. The knowledge that an action by AMC saved my son caused me to work as much as I could, out of gratitude, for all who ‘wear the Blue.’”
Mr. Davis’ involvement with the base includes membership in the base’s community council, the Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs Committee, the C-130 and the base’s 50th Anniversary Air Show Gala Committee. He also is a Little Rock AFB Honorary Commander.
In addition to his committee work, this local businessman also focuses on helping families in need. He regularly supports Airmen by sending deployment care packages, preparing meals for family members of hospitalized Airmen, visiting hospitalized squadron members and opening his home to Airmen unable to be with family during holidays.
He said the true honor and privilege of being recognized with such an award is twofold.
“Perhaps other busy civilian businessmen and businesswomen will see that it is possible to actively contribute to the well-being of the squadrons and groups by accepting invitations to become honorary commanders,” said the Mr. Davis. “Further, they are able to take pride in knowing that whatever a civilian does to favorably assist the people of AMC and the Air Force, in general, is accepted by (Airmen) as a great value and with appreciation ... that is the payoff for involvement.”
Air Mobility Command Public Affairs
SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, Ill. — Air Mobility Command recently honored Philip Davis, Little Rock Air Force Base civic leader, as this year’s Zachary and Elizabeth Fisher Distinguished Civilian Humanitarian Award recipient.
The annual award recognizes an individual or organization exemplifying Zachary and Elizabeth Fisher’s personal qualities of patriotism, generosity and selfless dedication to the members of the Armed Forces of the United States, through an outstanding humanitarian act or service; who selflessly contributes an extraordinary amount of time, talent, or resources to benefit members of the Armed Forces of the United States; and significantly enhances the quality of life of military members or their families through the act or service.
Mr. Davis said his efforts leading to the award were more of a personal “thank you” to service members.
“When my son, against my advice, joined the United States Marines, in February 2001, I increased my service to the Air Force family... then came 9/11, and it seemed only the right thing to do in being of more help than ever to our Air Force people,” said Mr. Davis. “A couple of months after the fall of Baghdad, I received a letter from my Marine who credited a timely re-supply of ammunition, delivered by an Air Force C-130, for saving his and several other Marines’ lives. The knowledge that an action by AMC saved my son caused me to work as much as I could, out of gratitude, for all who ‘wear the Blue.’”
Mr. Davis’ involvement with the base includes membership in the base’s community council, the Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs Committee, the C-130 and the base’s 50th Anniversary Air Show Gala Committee. He also is a Little Rock AFB Honorary Commander.
In addition to his committee work, this local businessman also focuses on helping families in need. He regularly supports Airmen by sending deployment care packages, preparing meals for family members of hospitalized Airmen, visiting hospitalized squadron members and opening his home to Airmen unable to be with family during holidays.
He said the true honor and privilege of being recognized with such an award is twofold.
“Perhaps other busy civilian businessmen and businesswomen will see that it is possible to actively contribute to the well-being of the squadrons and groups by accepting invitations to become honorary commanders,” said the Mr. Davis. “Further, they are able to take pride in knowing that whatever a civilian does to favorably assist the people of AMC and the Air Force, in general, is accepted by (Airmen) as a great value and with appreciation ... that is the payoff for involvement.”
TOP STORY >>54th National Security Forum held at Maxwell-Gunter AFB, local civilians particpate
More than 100 civilian business leaders, educators, and prominent civic leaders from across the nation attended the 54th National Security Forum at Maxwell-Gunter Air Force Base, Montgomery, Ala., May 14-18.
Chris Roberts of Metropolitan National Bank in Cabot, Phillip Davis of Your Extra Specialties in North Little Rock and Gary Laney of Entergy in Searcy participated in the forum.
The annual forum was hosted by Air University’s Air War College and sponsored by Secretary of the Air Force Michael Wynne.
The primary objective of the NSF is to provide a forum for a candid exchange of views on national security matters among the invited guests, Air War College students, and senior military and civilian leaders.
The forum allows American civilians from all over the U.S. an in-depth look at the United States Armed Forces and provides AWC students the opportunity to interact and understand how citizens view the operations of the Armed Forces.
It provides the opportunity for future military leaders to interact with a broad cross-section of civilian leaders from businesses, academia, industry, media, law, the clergy, and state and local governments.
This year’s NSF included an Air Force F-15 and F-16 aerial demonstration as well as an F-86 Heritage Flight.
Forum participants also saw a portion of the Air Force’s arsenal on display including the following aircraft: KC-135, C-17, HH-60, A-10, C-21, C-130, WC-130, F-15, F-16, F-117, GA-8, KC-135, T-1, T-6, and the T-38.
Chris Roberts of Metropolitan National Bank in Cabot, Phillip Davis of Your Extra Specialties in North Little Rock and Gary Laney of Entergy in Searcy participated in the forum.
The annual forum was hosted by Air University’s Air War College and sponsored by Secretary of the Air Force Michael Wynne.
The primary objective of the NSF is to provide a forum for a candid exchange of views on national security matters among the invited guests, Air War College students, and senior military and civilian leaders.
The forum allows American civilians from all over the U.S. an in-depth look at the United States Armed Forces and provides AWC students the opportunity to interact and understand how citizens view the operations of the Armed Forces.
It provides the opportunity for future military leaders to interact with a broad cross-section of civilian leaders from businesses, academia, industry, media, law, the clergy, and state and local governments.
This year’s NSF included an Air Force F-15 and F-16 aerial demonstration as well as an F-86 Heritage Flight.
Forum participants also saw a portion of the Air Force’s arsenal on display including the following aircraft: KC-135, C-17, HH-60, A-10, C-21, C-130, WC-130, F-15, F-16, F-117, GA-8, KC-135, T-1, T-6, and the T-38.
TOP STORY >>New commander discusses role at LRAFB
Editor’s note: 314th Airlift Wing Commander Col. Wayne Schatz, talked about his vision, goals and plans for the wing in an interview May 21 with Tech. Sgt. Arlo Taylor, 314th Airlift Wing Public Affairs. An edited transcript follows:
Mission Questions:
1. Knowing your C-130 history, this assignment is a homecoming of sorts for you. What are you most excited about as you take command for the 314th Airlift Wing?
“I’m most excited about being with the great people of Team Little Rock. There’s a great heritage here of excellence in our mission both training and deploying for almost every contingency and every humanitarian operation our country has ever participated in. Being back here at the ‘Home of the Herk’ with the great Airmen, leadership and relationship with the local community is special.
Kim and I are tickled to be here. We thought we had won the lottery when we found out we were coming back to Team Little Rock. We’re excited.”
2. How much has Little Rock changed since you left in 1999?
“I wouldn’t say it has changed a lot. There is progress that has been made. Some of the facilities have improved with a lot of the projects we have had. In general the support the community has been constant. Some of the places you drive in Little Rock, North Little Rock and the surrounding community, I have seen some things have changed and other things have stayed the same. It’s a mixture."
3. You’re coming to Little Rock from a position where you were responsible for monitoring current operations of a Combatant Command. How do you make the transition from a mission directly focused on war efforts to one that is so training oriented?
“It’s really not a difficult transition. When I was at U.S. Transportation Command, a lot of the issues I was working with day-to-day were airlift in the support of the Global War on Terrorism. The men and women of Team Little Rock were involved in that everyday. We had our teammates from the 463rd AG who are pretty much continually deployed to Iraq and Kuwait in direct support of the war. I worked a lot of the issues that dealt with that part of the mission every day.
In order to deliver that kind of capability for the nation, you have to have a good training pipeline for all of the airmen aircrews maintainers and support personnel that enable that kind of combat airlift support for the warfighter. So to me, it’s been a fairly easy transition. I will keep that kind of orientation.
What we have here is a two-fold mission one, train our future airlifters in the C-130 and C-21, but the next part of our mission is to prepare to deploy and support our expeditionary Airmen both in our wing and our partners in the 463rd to go off and fight and win our nation’s wars. We cannot do that training mission without the great partnership we have with the Arkansas Air National Guard and the 189th AW.
We have a heritage in the C-130 that brings all the different diverse members of our team together. We have the weapons school, the 189th AW that primarily does the instructor training, the 314th AW that does all the basic qualification training for the different models of C-130s and the 463rd that actually goes and operates in a wartime environment. It all ties together nicely.
4. Are there any areas of improvements you have already identified at Little Rock? If so, what is your plan of attack?
I’m still looking at programs we have here carefully. Brig. Gen. Kip and Sue Self left a great legacy and team here. I think the wing and installation are in overall very good shape.
One of my main focuses is with the high operations tempo here for both training and deployment I want to ensure we have the best possible programs in place to provide our Airmen and their families the support and assistance necessary to keep them able to sustain the pace of the Global War on Terror.
You will see my main focus areas ensuring we have the right programs, facilities and activities in place that are able to give our Airmen the tools they need to stay focused on the fight, and provide the support necessary so they can deal with the stresses involved in our current environment
5. Briefly, what are your leadership philosophies?
“In general I believe in a collegial style of leadership. I will work closely with group commander in the 314th.AW. I like to let them be commanders and work the issues in their groups properly and on their own. I’ll also work close with Col. Travis Balch from the 189th AW and Col. Jeffrey Hoffer from the 463rd AG. I will do my best to provided overall vision, goals and way ahead, then work with the group commanders and squadron commanders to ensure they have the tools and resources they need to get us all working together to accomplish those goals.
I’ll be a cheerleader. I like to sit down and talk things out, get ideas, brainstorm and then go off and take action. I am an action oriented guy. If we find areas where we need to act and get things done, we won’t delay, we’ll go off and do it.
6. Is there anything you would like to add?
“My vision for Team Little Rock is for us to be the world’ premier combat airlift team. Our mission is two-fold: to train and deploy the world’s premier C-130 and C-12 airlifters to fight and win our nations wars. Those are important things to focus upon.
Our goals are pretty simple – accomplish the mission, take care our people, take care of our families, and engage with our community. If we all stay focused on those simple things an work together, we’ll continue to be success and continue to be the leading edge of operations and training from our Air Force.
Mission Questions:
1. Knowing your C-130 history, this assignment is a homecoming of sorts for you. What are you most excited about as you take command for the 314th Airlift Wing?
“I’m most excited about being with the great people of Team Little Rock. There’s a great heritage here of excellence in our mission both training and deploying for almost every contingency and every humanitarian operation our country has ever participated in. Being back here at the ‘Home of the Herk’ with the great Airmen, leadership and relationship with the local community is special.
Kim and I are tickled to be here. We thought we had won the lottery when we found out we were coming back to Team Little Rock. We’re excited.”
2. How much has Little Rock changed since you left in 1999?
“I wouldn’t say it has changed a lot. There is progress that has been made. Some of the facilities have improved with a lot of the projects we have had. In general the support the community has been constant. Some of the places you drive in Little Rock, North Little Rock and the surrounding community, I have seen some things have changed and other things have stayed the same. It’s a mixture."
3. You’re coming to Little Rock from a position where you were responsible for monitoring current operations of a Combatant Command. How do you make the transition from a mission directly focused on war efforts to one that is so training oriented?
“It’s really not a difficult transition. When I was at U.S. Transportation Command, a lot of the issues I was working with day-to-day were airlift in the support of the Global War on Terrorism. The men and women of Team Little Rock were involved in that everyday. We had our teammates from the 463rd AG who are pretty much continually deployed to Iraq and Kuwait in direct support of the war. I worked a lot of the issues that dealt with that part of the mission every day.
In order to deliver that kind of capability for the nation, you have to have a good training pipeline for all of the airmen aircrews maintainers and support personnel that enable that kind of combat airlift support for the warfighter. So to me, it’s been a fairly easy transition. I will keep that kind of orientation.
What we have here is a two-fold mission one, train our future airlifters in the C-130 and C-21, but the next part of our mission is to prepare to deploy and support our expeditionary Airmen both in our wing and our partners in the 463rd to go off and fight and win our nation’s wars. We cannot do that training mission without the great partnership we have with the Arkansas Air National Guard and the 189th AW.
We have a heritage in the C-130 that brings all the different diverse members of our team together. We have the weapons school, the 189th AW that primarily does the instructor training, the 314th AW that does all the basic qualification training for the different models of C-130s and the 463rd that actually goes and operates in a wartime environment. It all ties together nicely.
4. Are there any areas of improvements you have already identified at Little Rock? If so, what is your plan of attack?
I’m still looking at programs we have here carefully. Brig. Gen. Kip and Sue Self left a great legacy and team here. I think the wing and installation are in overall very good shape.
One of my main focuses is with the high operations tempo here for both training and deployment I want to ensure we have the best possible programs in place to provide our Airmen and their families the support and assistance necessary to keep them able to sustain the pace of the Global War on Terror.
You will see my main focus areas ensuring we have the right programs, facilities and activities in place that are able to give our Airmen the tools they need to stay focused on the fight, and provide the support necessary so they can deal with the stresses involved in our current environment
5. Briefly, what are your leadership philosophies?
“In general I believe in a collegial style of leadership. I will work closely with group commander in the 314th.AW. I like to let them be commanders and work the issues in their groups properly and on their own. I’ll also work close with Col. Travis Balch from the 189th AW and Col. Jeffrey Hoffer from the 463rd AG. I will do my best to provided overall vision, goals and way ahead, then work with the group commanders and squadron commanders to ensure they have the tools and resources they need to get us all working together to accomplish those goals.
I’ll be a cheerleader. I like to sit down and talk things out, get ideas, brainstorm and then go off and take action. I am an action oriented guy. If we find areas where we need to act and get things done, we won’t delay, we’ll go off and do it.
6. Is there anything you would like to add?
“My vision for Team Little Rock is for us to be the world’ premier combat airlift team. Our mission is two-fold: to train and deploy the world’s premier C-130 and C-12 airlifters to fight and win our nations wars. Those are important things to focus upon.
Our goals are pretty simple – accomplish the mission, take care our people, take care of our families, and engage with our community. If we all stay focused on those simple things an work together, we’ll continue to be success and continue to be the leading edge of operations and training from our Air Force.
TOP STORY >>Goals for wing are within reach and needed to remain the best
By Col. Wayne Schatz
314th Airlift Wing commander
Editor’s note: This is part one of a three-part series about the 314th Airlift Wing Goals, Vision and Mission.
As I reach the two-week mark back at “The Rock,” I’d like to share my goals with you, the men and women of Little Rock AFB, to ensure we’re all in-sync with each other in striving to be the best trained and most motivated team in our Air Force.
The goals for the wing are simple: 1. accomplish the mission; 2. take care of our people; 3. take care of our families and 4. engage with our local community – in that order.
We’re the world’s largest C-130 base, both for training and operations. Our students are sometimes flying over Iraq and Afghanistan within weeks of graduation from our schoolhouse. We owe it to the men and women fighting our nation’s wars to provide safe, reliable on-time training 100 percent of the time. We also must ensure we properly prepare and support our Team Little Rock Airmen who deploy to fight and win our Nation’s wars.
We must take care of our people and our families because without them, the mission will not succeed. Quality of life issues such as housing, fitness facilities, Airman and family readiness, youth activities, child care, and education are very important to me.
Finally, we must engage with our community. We are only temporarily stationed here; however, the residents of the greater Central Arkansas community have opened up their arms to us. It’s our responsibility to be great neighbors and to share our Air Force story with them. So get out and volunteer within the community, help a neighbor and help each other.
You are part of America’s frontline defense. Without each and every one of you, our mission of delivering combat airlift to America’s joint military team could not be possible.
You are a vital part in Team Little Rock and I’m proud to serve with you!
314th Airlift Wing commander
Editor’s note: This is part one of a three-part series about the 314th Airlift Wing Goals, Vision and Mission.
As I reach the two-week mark back at “The Rock,” I’d like to share my goals with you, the men and women of Little Rock AFB, to ensure we’re all in-sync with each other in striving to be the best trained and most motivated team in our Air Force.
The goals for the wing are simple: 1. accomplish the mission; 2. take care of our people; 3. take care of our families and 4. engage with our local community – in that order.
We’re the world’s largest C-130 base, both for training and operations. Our students are sometimes flying over Iraq and Afghanistan within weeks of graduation from our schoolhouse. We owe it to the men and women fighting our nation’s wars to provide safe, reliable on-time training 100 percent of the time. We also must ensure we properly prepare and support our Team Little Rock Airmen who deploy to fight and win our Nation’s wars.
We must take care of our people and our families because without them, the mission will not succeed. Quality of life issues such as housing, fitness facilities, Airman and family readiness, youth activities, child care, and education are very important to me.
Finally, we must engage with our community. We are only temporarily stationed here; however, the residents of the greater Central Arkansas community have opened up their arms to us. It’s our responsibility to be great neighbors and to share our Air Force story with them. So get out and volunteer within the community, help a neighbor and help each other.
You are part of America’s frontline defense. Without each and every one of you, our mission of delivering combat airlift to America’s joint military team could not be possible.
You are a vital part in Team Little Rock and I’m proud to serve with you!
Thursday, May 24, 2007
CLASSIFIEDS >> 05-25-07
ANNOUNCEMENTS
THE DROP ZONE CLASSIFIED DEPARTMENT will take ads by phone from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday 982-9421, or you may mail your ad to 404 Graham Rd., Jacksonville, AR 72078. You may also email them to dropzoneclassifieds@arkansasleader.com Deadline to advertise in Friday issue is 5 p.m. Tuesday.
MEN'S BASEBALL league base team. Looking for players. Contact George DiBello. work 743-4815, home 605-9272. Practice starts Saturday, 3 March 2/16
THRIFT SHOP open to the public. MWF, 10 am to 2 pm, first Saturday monthly. Great bargains. All revenues used to support mission. Volunteers and donations welcome. Jacksonville Care Channel, 201 Elm, 982-4647.
COMMUNITY HOMEOWNERSHIP WORKSHOP. SATURDAY JUNE 30, 2007 9:00AM - 1:00PM, EVANGELISTIC MINISTRIES CHURCH, 101 N. ELM STREET. JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS FOR MORE INFORMATION (501) 985-3067
JACKSONVILLE HIGH School Class of 1987 20 year Reunion.We are trying to contact everyone, Please visit http://www.jhs1987.myevent.com and either register or sign the guestbook. Questions please contact Shannon Emory Williams 501-605-0294 or awilliams@centurytel.net
6 AMERICAN Idol tickets for sale for concert on July 13 at Alltel Arena. 16th Row! Call now, 743-6699.
YARD SALES
MOVING SALE: 5/26 1304 Yellow Stone Dr. Sat. only 7 am - ? Livingroom suit, stove, computer monitor and desk.
MOVING SALE: 5/26, 1304 Yellow Stone Dr., Sat, only 7 am - ? Living room suit, stove, computer, monitor and desk.
ADOPTION FUND Fund Raising Yard Sale. June 1st and 2nd from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m Many items available - All proceeds go towards bringing our daughter home from Taiwan. Come to 16 Nevada Ln. Cabot, AR - (located behind Kroger and Home Depot) 941-5085.
HORSES
HORSES: Lucky Acres Boarding Stable, TLC for your horse, box stalls and paddocks, clean pastures, indoor and outdoor arenas, riding instruction and training program. Dressage our speciatly. (501) 988-2458.
PETS
TWO YEAR old female, mixed breed, good with kids, shots up to date, 35 lbs. Free to a good home. Tammy 983-8740.
FREE TO home w/ big yard: 1 yr old, male Aussie-shephard. 100% house broken, neutered, shots current, and fantastic with kids. Call 542-4018.
ADORABLE GREY tabbies, 6 weeks old, free to a good home, 501-551-7510
THREE ADORABLE doll-faced black & white female Shih-Tzu puppies. $325. Registered, shots, and gift bag included. Jacksonville area. Call 850-374-1719 or 850-543-8776 & ask for Tisa or Will.
FEMALE HOLLAND Lop Ear rabbit with all accesories. Includes new indoor/outdoor wood cage from PetSmart (cost $100). $50 for all. 796-8597.
FREE PUPPY - 4 month old Corgi Mix, female. A real sweetheart, good with kids. 501-366-7795.
FURNITURE
COUCH WITH recliners on each end, coffee table, 2 end tables $175.00. Kitchen table with glass tabletop and 4 rolling chairs $125.00. All in very good condition. Call 501-843-5501.
SECTIONAL - 6 months old $650; black teak wood dining table w/ six chairs & 2 leaves $450. All less than 1 yr old. Call 501-796-3898.
BLACK METAL full/twin bunkbed. Upgraded twin mattress. $250 obo. 835-6419 or 247-0893.
BLUE LEATHER couch and oversize chair $300 obo, venus tv $20, white pantry cabinet $20, 1 free couch. 501-240-6196
QUEEN BOXSPRING and mattress $20.00. Portable firepit some rust $20.00. Call 501-952-2604.
COUCH WITH recliners on each end, coffee table, 2 end tables $175.00. Kitchen table with glass tabletop and 4 rolling chairs $125.00. All in very good condition. Call 501-843-5501.
WHITE METAL daybed/mattress, white wicker gueen bed/mattess, dresser, vanity, rocker 601-416-8300
BLACK METAL full twin bunk beds $250 obo. 835-6419 or 247-0893.
BROWN SUEDE couch $100, Refrigerator, white, 1 yr. old, barely used $300. Call Jeremy at (505) 693-0620.
IKEA SOFA BED: Sofa skin is Tan, can change skins and washable. Storage footstool incl. $300 501-993-4835
QUEEN SIZEED cherry bed with dresser, great quality - $500. Couch, loveseat, chair and ottoman, beige Total set-$400. Contact Simone at 501-240-8112.
LOVESEAT - GREEN, gold, red striped $35; antique wardrobe $165; microwave cart $25; small bookcase $25. Jacksonville 985-5240 after 5:30.
BRAND NEW entertainment center- Paid $120, will sell for $50. Dark wood, with lots of storage. Already put together, will need truck to pick up. Call Michelle @ 501-908-1044.
HUGE WOODEN Hutch $425.00 Hallmark Crown store, other furniture, Lego Bionicles, Longaberger Pottery and more. See Saturday at 22 Timber Lane Cabot 7 am or call 605-8085.
4 PIECE Dresser Set For Sale, 2 Dressers, 1 night stand and 1 Mirror Good Condition. Light Green with natural wood top. Asking $300.00 OBO Call 605-431-6765.
PORTABLE BABY Crib (cherry wood). Hardly used $15. Call 833-8307. Leave message.
COFFEE TABLE and end table (almost antique and in good condition). $15 for both. Call 833-8307. Leave message.
LARGE SOLID maple wood buffet with glass door hutch (great condition). Asking $150. Call 833-8307. Leave message.
4 ANTIQUE pressed back oak chairs, circa 1922, solid bottoms, asking $380. Call 833-8307. Leave message.
WANTED
WANTED: carpool from Beebe to SWLR, M-F, wkng hours of 8-5. Please email ljcarpool@gmail.com or call (501) 554-4233.
COLLECTOR buying older board war games, 1970's-80's. Avalon Hill, SPI, GDW...etc. Call 501-454-8762
BABY SITTER NEEDED for 2 toddlers, good summer job for mature responsible Junior or Senior; must have transportation call 247-8130.
ITEMS FOR SALE
SCHWIN RECUMBENT bike $100. Fit one skier $20. Other items for sale this weekend. 1345 Mountain Springs Rd., Cabot. Can deliver.
JOGGING STROLLER and more for sale. In-step jogging stroller, several area rugs and a children's sports comforter set w/ lamp. Contact AFYardSale@gmail.com or 501-983-9315.
27" G.E. T.V. $125.00/Eddie Bauer Double Stroller $75.00. 256 Mb iRiver MP3 Player w/case $50.00. 988-4464.
White GE built in dishwasher - works good- $130 obo. Record player & am/fm dual cassette stereo & 2 speakers - works gd. $20 obo. Please call 843-0919 for more info.
(2) medium size light mauve colored lamps for sale $15/ea or 2/ $20. Shark upright bagless vacuum w/ hepa filter - works - $300+ new/ $45 obo. NEW tupperware - too much too list. 7 1/2 ft. Blue Spruce pine Christmas tree w/ stand- used only one time- $60 obo. Please call 843-0919 for more info.
FREE - beige pile carpet and padding, approximately 1000' sq ft, please call 941-2127 or 987-1356
PEARL 5 piece drum set includes mesh heads and cymbal mufflers for silent practice perfect condition $300. Roland KC-550 keyboard amp brand new $500. 501-908-9561
WASHBURN Seven String Electric Guitar, Perfect Condition, Sounds and feels amazing!, includes case, $500, OBO. Call 240-8650.
PING ZING 2 irons, 3-pw all matching serial numbers in excellent shape $285. Call 501 960-4791.
MICROWAVE $35; Floor Lamp $12; Crib/Toddler Bedding set - Lavender/White gingham $55; Leapfrog word-whammer fridge phonics + lowercase $15. 983-0037.
HITACHI 57" WIDE-SCREEN TV Premium built in sound system, Picture in Picture, HDTV ready, great condition, like new. Lots of features. $1,100 call 501-542-4367.
JOGGING STROLLER and more forsale. Instep Jogging Stroller, Several Area Rugs, and a Children's Sports Comforter Set w/ Lamp and Window Valances. Contact: afyardsale@gmail.com or 501-983-9315.
SONY 32" Flat Screen FD Trinitron WEGA TV. Model #:KV-32FV300. $250. Email txdarlyn@classicnet.net or call 247-1830. Better hurry!
LA-Z-BOY sofa and couch, excellent condition. Brown w/tan floral print. Must see, $550 OBO. Call 501-650-1737
PCSING MUST sell Stainless stell Frigidaire refrigerator with ice maker and water with filter. Side doors. $700. Call 658-1206.
CHILD'S WHEELCHAIR. Like new. Custom w/Cushion seat. $150.
MICROWAVE OVEN - $10.00 - call 833-8307 - leave message.
RCA FLOOR Model Color TV (good picture) $15. Call 833-8307. Leave message.
GOLF CLUB Set "Northwestern" (3 woods, 10 irons & bag). Fair condition. $25. Good starter set! Wheeled golf travel bag, $25. (Never used). Call afternoon 982-1882.
INFLATABLE POOL w/ cover - 8'wx8'wx16"h-$12; Crib/Toddler Bedding set - Lavender/White gingham $55; Leapfrog letter DVD's - $8 each; Bella Ballerina bar and DVD $9. 983-0037.
PRINCESS CUT .45 carat diamond engagement ring for sale paid 600 asking 400 obo call 501-249 -6011.
AUTOS/ACCESSORIES
2000 CHEVY Silverado, 4 door, extended cab, bed liner, bed canvas cover,wheel trim, bug guard, cd player, white exterior w/ grey interior, $12000 obo. 982-9018 after 6 pm.
1997 SATURN, 4 door. Good condition. New tires, AC, $2,000 firm. Great gas mileage. 501-944-4155.
1998 CHEVROLET Corvette, 116K miles, 1 owner. Excellently maintained, $16,000 for more information. Call 773-4653.
FOR SALE- 2 JL Audio 12"W3V2-D4, Pro Box enclosure hatchback style, and 1000 watt Sony Xplod amp $400 o.b.o. 217-827-1915
2005 Black, Cadillac CTS, Wood grain, 40K miles, leather interior, great car, $20K- can't beat the price. Call 247-8130.
2005 Honda CRF 250X. Street legal with 225 miles. Excellent condition looks almost new. Spare set of used street legal tires. title in hand Consider trade for 4X4 4 wheeler. $4200. Call Dan at 501-554-1483.
JOHN DEER LT160 series Riding Lawn Mower, used ONLY 95 hours, perfect MX history, 1 guide wheel removed, $1,900, OBO. Call 240-8650
MOBILE SCOUT 1995 27ft 5th Wheel lite aluminum frame, with slide out and rear hitch. $9,500. Jacksonville 501-951-0018.
MITSUBISHI 2001 Eclipse Spyder GT Convertible, Pearl white w/black leather, Only 62k original miles! $10,800 OBO, Call Mike or Chris @ 501-676-1343 or 987-7896.
1995 SATURN 4 DOOR, GOLD, GOOD CONDITION, AC, RUNS GOOD, ONLY 78,000 MILES $1,300. CALL 626-5561/5579
2005 SUN TRACKER, Party barge like new, 24ft, 90hpw mercury motor, changing room, sink and trailer. Lots of extras. Asking 18,500 OBO. Call 605-1984.
2003 NISSAN Maxima SE, 55k miles, A/C, cd, moon roof, all power, great on gas, excellent condition, $14,500. 501-442-1858
1979 SILVER Lincoln Continental Town car, 76k miles, great cond., single owner, $4,000. Please call 993-3093 or 993-1167.
2005 DODGE Dakota, extended cab, 4x4, V8, manual transmission, 18,600 miles. $16,500 obo. 983-0175
ROLL BAR fits 03', 04', Dodge Dakota $75. Call Jeremy at (505) 693-0620.
2000 GMC pick-up. 95000 miles. Heat and A/C. CD Player/Stereo. Runs good. $6000. Call 501-658-3709.
LEER TRUCK Topper for 2006 Toyota Tacoma, 6' bed. Desert Sand Mica, mounts included. Less than one year old. Paid $1000, make an offer. Call Mike at 749-6707.
JEEP 2002 Grand Cherokee, green, 4WD, V8, 1 owner, 104k mi., exc. cond., $9,250 obo. 501-230-4175 Cabot.
ENGINE puller $100 o.b.o. 20" lawn mower $50. Call 501-766-4025.
2000 MUSTANG GT Garage kept, 4.6, 5spd, Pw, Ps, PL, mach 460 sound system, leather int., tinted windows, new tires, new cluthch 73K miles, 11,000. Contact Donald (501)920-2662
2005 YAMAHA Roadstar; b/w; Vance & Hines exhaust; spoke rims; whitewalls; passenger seat/backrest; 17 1/2 windshield; chrome. Immaculate: $10,600 351-5425.
2003 CADILLAC CTS. White. One owner, pretty new tires, 69,000 car is in Excellent condition, nor star and Bose stereo asking $18,000 501-605-3073.
2005 HONDA Pilot with Navigation, sagebrush, 38K miles, with 6 disc CD changer and many extras, $25,000 obo, 501-247-0104.
1999 DODGE Ram for sale: 85k miles, good condition, new tires & brakes; KBB value $6275. Call Stephen (501)247-6043.
1997 CHEVY Blazer LT 4.3V6 auto, pwr windows/locks sunroof. 124+k, 4DR, 2WHL DR, red gray interior. Asking $3500. obo. 501-773-6760.
RECREATIONAL VEHICLES
2003 KAWASAKI Z1000, 953CC, ONLY 2800 miles, PERFECT CONDITION!, See on lemon lot, includes front/rear MX stands, $6200 OBO! Call 240-8650.
2005 SUN tracker, Party barge like new, 24ft, 90hpw mercury motor, changing room, sink and trailer. Lots of extras. Asking 18,500 OBO. Call 605-1984.
FAST FISH and ski boat for sale; 1987 Challenger tri-hull 75HP Johnson with all life jackets, skis, seats, brand new fish finder, etc... very low hours, just serviced. $3500 OBO. 501-834-6160.
YAMAHA grizzly 660 2005 excellent cond. auto, diff. lock, hi-lo, mud tires. Asking $4800 obo.
FOR SALE: 30' campter, brand new/used 2 times, must sell, a bargain at $18k. Call 985-5680 and leave a message if no answer.
BASS BOAT King Fisher w/90HP Johnson, trolling motor, fish finder RUNS GREAT 3 life jackets included Must sell $3500 983-1993.
1997 SEADOO SPX 2 seater Jet ski Yellow in color, $1800,00 or best offer. Call Nathan @ 501-352-4356.
LOTS & ACREAGE
THREE BEDROOM homes for rent starting at $700. Call Century 21 Real Estate Unlimited at 501-843-4473 for more details.
HOUSES FOR RENT
FOR RENT: 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Mobile Home on 5 acres in Cabot. Close to LRAFB. Excellent condition. $525 mo. 988-0006.
CABOT DOUBLEWIDE. Like new! Large 3 bedroom, 2 Bath on 1.5 acres, 2 car garage, screened porch. Too much to mention!! $735 month & deposit. No Pets. Call (501) 605-7200.
3 AND 4 BR Homes for Lease in Cabot. The Blackwood Team Realtors. 501-843-0780.
LEASE WITH option to buy. Brand new 3 Bedroom 2 Bath, 1361 sq. ft. lots of extras. Presently available in Withering Heights subdivision. Austin. $900 per month. Call Jim Coy (501) 843-0519.
JACKSONVILLE - THREE bedroom 1 Bath, Central Heat & Air, stove & refrigerator, washer & dryer connections, hardwood floors, carport. Quiet area. 3 miles from front gate. No Pets. $600 month + $400 deposit. 985-5030
FOR RENT: Sherwood, 3 Bedroom 2 Bath, 1100 sq. ft. house. Privacy fenced with garage. $800 deposit, $925 month. 1 year lease required. 870-917-2010
FOR RENT: 4 Bedroom 3 Bath home in Sherwood. New paint, fenced backyard, carport, 2 bonus rooms, 2400 sq. ft. $1,350 monthly + deposit. References required. 834-8140 or 952-3868. Email: kdbauder@swbell.net
2 BEDROOM HOUSE- Central Heat and Air, all electric, ceiling fans, stove & refrigerator, chain-link fenced yard, storage building. Country living with private drive but 5 minutes from back gate- $400 month + deposit. (501) 988-5586
FOR RENT: Extra nice 3 Bedroom 2 Bath 1800 sq. ft. home + 2 car garage. Approximately 7 miles from Air Base. Sits on secluded 2 1/2 acres. Lots of privacy. Call (501) 425-2008.
HOUSES FOR SALE
SHERWOOD - 5 minutes to Base - 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath House for Sale - 1858 Sq. Ft. Brick/Wood siding, recently remodeled, beautiful landscaping, 2 car garage. ***Washer, Dryer & refrigerator Included!! Many Amenities!!*** $165,000. (501) 838-4422, (501) 944-8558.
I SAVED $53,500 on my Mortgage! do you OWN your own home? You can build home equity FAST. Call for your FREE Mortgage analysis! (501) 247-8215.
"HONEY, I Shrunk the Mortgage!" Save Thousands, take years off your current mortgage without refinancing. Call for your FREE Mortgage Check-up! (501) 247-8215.
FOR SALE by owner: new 3 Bedroom 2 Bath house in Beebe, 1330 sq. ft. heated and cooled. Also, 4 lots for sale. (501) 940-1337
MAPLEWOOD SUBDIVISION: FSBO 513 Harris Road, Jacksonville. 2228 sq. ft., 4 Bedroom 2 1/2 Bath, 2 car garage, brick exterior, fenced yard. Near LRAFB. $217,900. Call 501-749-9458.
THE DROP ZONE CLASSIFIED DEPARTMENT will take ads by phone from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday 982-9421, or you may mail your ad to 404 Graham Rd., Jacksonville, AR 72078. You may also email them to dropzoneclassifieds@arkansasleader.com Deadline to advertise in Friday issue is 5 p.m. Tuesday.
MEN'S BASEBALL league base team. Looking for players. Contact George DiBello. work 743-4815, home 605-9272. Practice starts Saturday, 3 March 2/16
THRIFT SHOP open to the public. MWF, 10 am to 2 pm, first Saturday monthly. Great bargains. All revenues used to support mission. Volunteers and donations welcome. Jacksonville Care Channel, 201 Elm, 982-4647.
COMMUNITY HOMEOWNERSHIP WORKSHOP. SATURDAY JUNE 30, 2007 9:00AM - 1:00PM, EVANGELISTIC MINISTRIES CHURCH, 101 N. ELM STREET. JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS FOR MORE INFORMATION (501) 985-3067
JACKSONVILLE HIGH School Class of 1987 20 year Reunion.We are trying to contact everyone, Please visit http://www.jhs1987.myevent.com and either register or sign the guestbook. Questions please contact Shannon Emory Williams 501-605-0294 or awilliams@centurytel.net
6 AMERICAN Idol tickets for sale for concert on July 13 at Alltel Arena. 16th Row! Call now, 743-6699.
YARD SALES
MOVING SALE: 5/26 1304 Yellow Stone Dr. Sat. only 7 am - ? Livingroom suit, stove, computer monitor and desk.
MOVING SALE: 5/26, 1304 Yellow Stone Dr., Sat, only 7 am - ? Living room suit, stove, computer, monitor and desk.
ADOPTION FUND Fund Raising Yard Sale. June 1st and 2nd from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m Many items available - All proceeds go towards bringing our daughter home from Taiwan. Come to 16 Nevada Ln. Cabot, AR - (located behind Kroger and Home Depot) 941-5085.
HORSES
HORSES: Lucky Acres Boarding Stable, TLC for your horse, box stalls and paddocks, clean pastures, indoor and outdoor arenas, riding instruction and training program. Dressage our speciatly. (501) 988-2458.
PETS
TWO YEAR old female, mixed breed, good with kids, shots up to date, 35 lbs. Free to a good home. Tammy 983-8740.
FREE TO home w/ big yard: 1 yr old, male Aussie-shephard. 100% house broken, neutered, shots current, and fantastic with kids. Call 542-4018.
ADORABLE GREY tabbies, 6 weeks old, free to a good home, 501-551-7510
THREE ADORABLE doll-faced black & white female Shih-Tzu puppies. $325. Registered, shots, and gift bag included. Jacksonville area. Call 850-374-1719 or 850-543-8776 & ask for Tisa or Will.
FEMALE HOLLAND Lop Ear rabbit with all accesories. Includes new indoor/outdoor wood cage from PetSmart (cost $100). $50 for all. 796-8597.
FREE PUPPY - 4 month old Corgi Mix, female. A real sweetheart, good with kids. 501-366-7795.
FURNITURE
COUCH WITH recliners on each end, coffee table, 2 end tables $175.00. Kitchen table with glass tabletop and 4 rolling chairs $125.00. All in very good condition. Call 501-843-5501.
SECTIONAL - 6 months old $650; black teak wood dining table w/ six chairs & 2 leaves $450. All less than 1 yr old. Call 501-796-3898.
BLACK METAL full/twin bunkbed. Upgraded twin mattress. $250 obo. 835-6419 or 247-0893.
BLUE LEATHER couch and oversize chair $300 obo, venus tv $20, white pantry cabinet $20, 1 free couch. 501-240-6196
QUEEN BOXSPRING and mattress $20.00. Portable firepit some rust $20.00. Call 501-952-2604.
COUCH WITH recliners on each end, coffee table, 2 end tables $175.00. Kitchen table with glass tabletop and 4 rolling chairs $125.00. All in very good condition. Call 501-843-5501.
WHITE METAL daybed/mattress, white wicker gueen bed/mattess, dresser, vanity, rocker 601-416-8300
BLACK METAL full twin bunk beds $250 obo. 835-6419 or 247-0893.
BROWN SUEDE couch $100, Refrigerator, white, 1 yr. old, barely used $300. Call Jeremy at (505) 693-0620.
IKEA SOFA BED: Sofa skin is Tan, can change skins and washable. Storage footstool incl. $300 501-993-4835
QUEEN SIZEED cherry bed with dresser, great quality - $500. Couch, loveseat, chair and ottoman, beige Total set-$400. Contact Simone at 501-240-8112.
LOVESEAT - GREEN, gold, red striped $35; antique wardrobe $165; microwave cart $25; small bookcase $25. Jacksonville 985-5240 after 5:30.
BRAND NEW entertainment center- Paid $120, will sell for $50. Dark wood, with lots of storage. Already put together, will need truck to pick up. Call Michelle @ 501-908-1044.
HUGE WOODEN Hutch $425.00 Hallmark Crown store, other furniture, Lego Bionicles, Longaberger Pottery and more. See Saturday at 22 Timber Lane Cabot 7 am or call 605-8085.
4 PIECE Dresser Set For Sale, 2 Dressers, 1 night stand and 1 Mirror Good Condition. Light Green with natural wood top. Asking $300.00 OBO Call 605-431-6765.
PORTABLE BABY Crib (cherry wood). Hardly used $15. Call 833-8307. Leave message.
COFFEE TABLE and end table (almost antique and in good condition). $15 for both. Call 833-8307. Leave message.
LARGE SOLID maple wood buffet with glass door hutch (great condition). Asking $150. Call 833-8307. Leave message.
4 ANTIQUE pressed back oak chairs, circa 1922, solid bottoms, asking $380. Call 833-8307. Leave message.
WANTED
WANTED: carpool from Beebe to SWLR, M-F, wkng hours of 8-5. Please email ljcarpool@gmail.com or call (501) 554-4233.
COLLECTOR buying older board war games, 1970's-80's. Avalon Hill, SPI, GDW...etc. Call 501-454-8762
BABY SITTER NEEDED for 2 toddlers, good summer job for mature responsible Junior or Senior; must have transportation call 247-8130.
ITEMS FOR SALE
SCHWIN RECUMBENT bike $100. Fit one skier $20. Other items for sale this weekend. 1345 Mountain Springs Rd., Cabot. Can deliver.
JOGGING STROLLER and more for sale. In-step jogging stroller, several area rugs and a children's sports comforter set w/ lamp. Contact AFYardSale@gmail.com or 501-983-9315.
27" G.E. T.V. $125.00/Eddie Bauer Double Stroller $75.00. 256 Mb iRiver MP3 Player w/case $50.00. 988-4464.
White GE built in dishwasher - works good- $130 obo. Record player & am/fm dual cassette stereo & 2 speakers - works gd. $20 obo. Please call 843-0919 for more info.
(2) medium size light mauve colored lamps for sale $15/ea or 2/ $20. Shark upright bagless vacuum w/ hepa filter - works - $300+ new/ $45 obo. NEW tupperware - too much too list. 7 1/2 ft. Blue Spruce pine Christmas tree w/ stand- used only one time- $60 obo. Please call 843-0919 for more info.
FREE - beige pile carpet and padding, approximately 1000' sq ft, please call 941-2127 or 987-1356
PEARL 5 piece drum set includes mesh heads and cymbal mufflers for silent practice perfect condition $300. Roland KC-550 keyboard amp brand new $500. 501-908-9561
WASHBURN Seven String Electric Guitar, Perfect Condition, Sounds and feels amazing!, includes case, $500, OBO. Call 240-8650.
PING ZING 2 irons, 3-pw all matching serial numbers in excellent shape $285. Call 501 960-4791.
MICROWAVE $35; Floor Lamp $12; Crib/Toddler Bedding set - Lavender/White gingham $55; Leapfrog word-whammer fridge phonics + lowercase $15. 983-0037.
HITACHI 57" WIDE-SCREEN TV Premium built in sound system, Picture in Picture, HDTV ready, great condition, like new. Lots of features. $1,100 call 501-542-4367.
JOGGING STROLLER and more forsale. Instep Jogging Stroller, Several Area Rugs, and a Children's Sports Comforter Set w/ Lamp and Window Valances. Contact: afyardsale@gmail.com or 501-983-9315.
SONY 32" Flat Screen FD Trinitron WEGA TV. Model #:KV-32FV300. $250. Email txdarlyn@classicnet.net or call 247-1830. Better hurry!
LA-Z-BOY sofa and couch, excellent condition. Brown w/tan floral print. Must see, $550 OBO. Call 501-650-1737
PCSING MUST sell Stainless stell Frigidaire refrigerator with ice maker and water with filter. Side doors. $700. Call 658-1206.
CHILD'S WHEELCHAIR. Like new. Custom w/Cushion seat. $150.
MICROWAVE OVEN - $10.00 - call 833-8307 - leave message.
RCA FLOOR Model Color TV (good picture) $15. Call 833-8307. Leave message.
GOLF CLUB Set "Northwestern" (3 woods, 10 irons & bag). Fair condition. $25. Good starter set! Wheeled golf travel bag, $25. (Never used). Call afternoon 982-1882.
INFLATABLE POOL w/ cover - 8'wx8'wx16"h-$12; Crib/Toddler Bedding set - Lavender/White gingham $55; Leapfrog letter DVD's - $8 each; Bella Ballerina bar and DVD $9. 983-0037.
PRINCESS CUT .45 carat diamond engagement ring for sale paid 600 asking 400 obo call 501-249 -6011.
AUTOS/ACCESSORIES
2000 CHEVY Silverado, 4 door, extended cab, bed liner, bed canvas cover,wheel trim, bug guard, cd player, white exterior w/ grey interior, $12000 obo. 982-9018 after 6 pm.
1997 SATURN, 4 door. Good condition. New tires, AC, $2,000 firm. Great gas mileage. 501-944-4155.
1998 CHEVROLET Corvette, 116K miles, 1 owner. Excellently maintained, $16,000 for more information. Call 773-4653.
FOR SALE- 2 JL Audio 12"W3V2-D4, Pro Box enclosure hatchback style, and 1000 watt Sony Xplod amp $400 o.b.o. 217-827-1915
2005 Black, Cadillac CTS, Wood grain, 40K miles, leather interior, great car, $20K- can't beat the price. Call 247-8130.
2005 Honda CRF 250X. Street legal with 225 miles. Excellent condition looks almost new. Spare set of used street legal tires. title in hand Consider trade for 4X4 4 wheeler. $4200. Call Dan at 501-554-1483.
JOHN DEER LT160 series Riding Lawn Mower, used ONLY 95 hours, perfect MX history, 1 guide wheel removed, $1,900, OBO. Call 240-8650
MOBILE SCOUT 1995 27ft 5th Wheel lite aluminum frame, with slide out and rear hitch. $9,500. Jacksonville 501-951-0018.
MITSUBISHI 2001 Eclipse Spyder GT Convertible, Pearl white w/black leather, Only 62k original miles! $10,800 OBO, Call Mike or Chris @ 501-676-1343 or 987-7896.
1995 SATURN 4 DOOR, GOLD, GOOD CONDITION, AC, RUNS GOOD, ONLY 78,000 MILES $1,300. CALL 626-5561/5579
2005 SUN TRACKER, Party barge like new, 24ft, 90hpw mercury motor, changing room, sink and trailer. Lots of extras. Asking 18,500 OBO. Call 605-1984.
2003 NISSAN Maxima SE, 55k miles, A/C, cd, moon roof, all power, great on gas, excellent condition, $14,500. 501-442-1858
1979 SILVER Lincoln Continental Town car, 76k miles, great cond., single owner, $4,000. Please call 993-3093 or 993-1167.
2005 DODGE Dakota, extended cab, 4x4, V8, manual transmission, 18,600 miles. $16,500 obo. 983-0175
ROLL BAR fits 03', 04', Dodge Dakota $75. Call Jeremy at (505) 693-0620.
2000 GMC pick-up. 95000 miles. Heat and A/C. CD Player/Stereo. Runs good. $6000. Call 501-658-3709.
LEER TRUCK Topper for 2006 Toyota Tacoma, 6' bed. Desert Sand Mica, mounts included. Less than one year old. Paid $1000, make an offer. Call Mike at 749-6707.
JEEP 2002 Grand Cherokee, green, 4WD, V8, 1 owner, 104k mi., exc. cond., $9,250 obo. 501-230-4175 Cabot.
ENGINE puller $100 o.b.o. 20" lawn mower $50. Call 501-766-4025.
2000 MUSTANG GT Garage kept, 4.6, 5spd, Pw, Ps, PL, mach 460 sound system, leather int., tinted windows, new tires, new cluthch 73K miles, 11,000. Contact Donald (501)920-2662
2005 YAMAHA Roadstar; b/w; Vance & Hines exhaust; spoke rims; whitewalls; passenger seat/backrest; 17 1/2 windshield; chrome. Immaculate: $10,600 351-5425.
2003 CADILLAC CTS. White. One owner, pretty new tires, 69,000 car is in Excellent condition, nor star and Bose stereo asking $18,000 501-605-3073.
2005 HONDA Pilot with Navigation, sagebrush, 38K miles, with 6 disc CD changer and many extras, $25,000 obo, 501-247-0104.
1999 DODGE Ram for sale: 85k miles, good condition, new tires & brakes; KBB value $6275. Call Stephen (501)247-6043.
1997 CHEVY Blazer LT 4.3V6 auto, pwr windows/locks sunroof. 124+k, 4DR, 2WHL DR, red gray interior. Asking $3500. obo. 501-773-6760.
RECREATIONAL VEHICLES
2003 KAWASAKI Z1000, 953CC, ONLY 2800 miles, PERFECT CONDITION!, See on lemon lot, includes front/rear MX stands, $6200 OBO! Call 240-8650.
2005 SUN tracker, Party barge like new, 24ft, 90hpw mercury motor, changing room, sink and trailer. Lots of extras. Asking 18,500 OBO. Call 605-1984.
FAST FISH and ski boat for sale; 1987 Challenger tri-hull 75HP Johnson with all life jackets, skis, seats, brand new fish finder, etc... very low hours, just serviced. $3500 OBO. 501-834-6160.
YAMAHA grizzly 660 2005 excellent cond. auto, diff. lock, hi-lo, mud tires. Asking $4800 obo.
FOR SALE: 30' campter, brand new/used 2 times, must sell, a bargain at $18k. Call 985-5680 and leave a message if no answer.
BASS BOAT King Fisher w/90HP Johnson, trolling motor, fish finder RUNS GREAT 3 life jackets included Must sell $3500 983-1993.
1997 SEADOO SPX 2 seater Jet ski Yellow in color, $1800,00 or best offer. Call Nathan @ 501-352-4356.
LOTS & ACREAGE
THREE BEDROOM homes for rent starting at $700. Call Century 21 Real Estate Unlimited at 501-843-4473 for more details.
HOUSES FOR RENT
FOR RENT: 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Mobile Home on 5 acres in Cabot. Close to LRAFB. Excellent condition. $525 mo. 988-0006.
CABOT DOUBLEWIDE. Like new! Large 3 bedroom, 2 Bath on 1.5 acres, 2 car garage, screened porch. Too much to mention!! $735 month & deposit. No Pets. Call (501) 605-7200.
3 AND 4 BR Homes for Lease in Cabot. The Blackwood Team Realtors. 501-843-0780.
LEASE WITH option to buy. Brand new 3 Bedroom 2 Bath, 1361 sq. ft. lots of extras. Presently available in Withering Heights subdivision. Austin. $900 per month. Call Jim Coy (501) 843-0519.
JACKSONVILLE - THREE bedroom 1 Bath, Central Heat & Air, stove & refrigerator, washer & dryer connections, hardwood floors, carport. Quiet area. 3 miles from front gate. No Pets. $600 month + $400 deposit. 985-5030
FOR RENT: Sherwood, 3 Bedroom 2 Bath, 1100 sq. ft. house. Privacy fenced with garage. $800 deposit, $925 month. 1 year lease required. 870-917-2010
FOR RENT: 4 Bedroom 3 Bath home in Sherwood. New paint, fenced backyard, carport, 2 bonus rooms, 2400 sq. ft. $1,350 monthly + deposit. References required. 834-8140 or 952-3868. Email: kdbauder@swbell.net
2 BEDROOM HOUSE- Central Heat and Air, all electric, ceiling fans, stove & refrigerator, chain-link fenced yard, storage building. Country living with private drive but 5 minutes from back gate- $400 month + deposit. (501) 988-5586
FOR RENT: Extra nice 3 Bedroom 2 Bath 1800 sq. ft. home + 2 car garage. Approximately 7 miles from Air Base. Sits on secluded 2 1/2 acres. Lots of privacy. Call (501) 425-2008.
HOUSES FOR SALE
SHERWOOD - 5 minutes to Base - 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath House for Sale - 1858 Sq. Ft. Brick/Wood siding, recently remodeled, beautiful landscaping, 2 car garage. ***Washer, Dryer & refrigerator Included!! Many Amenities!!*** $165,000. (501) 838-4422, (501) 944-8558.
I SAVED $53,500 on my Mortgage! do you OWN your own home? You can build home equity FAST. Call for your FREE Mortgage analysis! (501) 247-8215.
"HONEY, I Shrunk the Mortgage!" Save Thousands, take years off your current mortgage without refinancing. Call for your FREE Mortgage Check-up! (501) 247-8215.
FOR SALE by owner: new 3 Bedroom 2 Bath house in Beebe, 1330 sq. ft. heated and cooled. Also, 4 lots for sale. (501) 940-1337
MAPLEWOOD SUBDIVISION: FSBO 513 Harris Road, Jacksonville. 2228 sq. ft., 4 Bedroom 2 1/2 Bath, 2 car garage, brick exterior, fenced yard. Near LRAFB. $217,900. Call 501-749-9458.
SPORTS>>Sports Briefs
Golf tournament June 1
The 314th Services Booster club hosts a golf tournament on June 1 at the Deer run golf course on base with the new greens.
Entry is $140 per team (4 people per team) and includes green fees, cart, lunch and prizes. Registration and lunch will start at 11 a.m. and tee off will be at 1 p.m. deadline for sign-up is May 28.
For more information or to register please call Tech. Sgt Anthony Brown at 772-7417 or Staff Sgt Amy Peterson at 247-2449.
Soccer players sought
Looking for players of just for fun. Tuesdays and Thursdays at 5 p.m. on base, next to ST shack.
E-mail at chaconmitre@yahoo.com. Arkansas residents older than 65 years old qualify for “lifetime” hunting and fishing licenses. Hunt and Fish licenses are $35.50; fishing only lifetime licenses are $10.50; hunting only lifetime licenses are $25; lifetime trout privilege licenses are $5 and lifetime waterfowl privileges are $7 each. Federal duck stamps and HIP registration are not included. To qualify, the applicant must provide proof of age and proof that they have been an Arkansas resident for the past three years.
Call Mr. James Popham at 987-3681 for more information.
The 314th Services Booster club hosts a golf tournament on June 1 at the Deer run golf course on base with the new greens.
Entry is $140 per team (4 people per team) and includes green fees, cart, lunch and prizes. Registration and lunch will start at 11 a.m. and tee off will be at 1 p.m. deadline for sign-up is May 28.
For more information or to register please call Tech. Sgt Anthony Brown at 772-7417 or Staff Sgt Amy Peterson at 247-2449.
Soccer players sought
Looking for players of just for fun. Tuesdays and Thursdays at 5 p.m. on base, next to ST shack.
E-mail at chaconmitre@yahoo.com. Arkansas residents older than 65 years old qualify for “lifetime” hunting and fishing licenses. Hunt and Fish licenses are $35.50; fishing only lifetime licenses are $10.50; hunting only lifetime licenses are $25; lifetime trout privilege licenses are $5 and lifetime waterfowl privileges are $7 each. Federal duck stamps and HIP registration are not included. To qualify, the applicant must provide proof of age and proof that they have been an Arkansas resident for the past three years.
Call Mr. James Popham at 987-3681 for more information.
OFF DUTY LIFE >>05-25-07
Riverfest runs through holiday weekend
Riverfest is today through Sunday at the North Shore Riverwalk park and Little Rock River Market park.
Performers include Smash Mouth, Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo, Montgomery Gentry, Rigby Fawkes, Blake Shelton, Keb’Mo’, LL Cool J, Ruben Studdard, the Marshal Tucker Band, Robert Randolph and the Family Band, George Clinton and the P-Funk All Stars, Soul Asylum and many more.
A fireworks display and laser light show will close the event Sunday evening. For more info, visit www.riverfestarkansas.com.
Cirque to perform
Cirque du Soleil presents Delirium: Turning Music into Motion at 8 p.m.Thursday at Alltel Arena. For details or tickets, contact the Arena box office at 501-975-9000 or visit www.alltelarena.com or through TicketMaster locations, charge by phone 501-975-7575 or visit www.ticketmaster.com.
Rockwell art on display
Norman Rockwell in the 1940s: A View of the American Home Front will be displayed through Aug. 11 at Rogers Historical Museum, 322 South Second Street, Rogers.
This traveling exhibition from the Norman Rockwell Museum in Stockbridge, Mass., is composed of 40 popular Saturday Evening Post covers such as "Rosie the Riveter" and "Willis Gillis and The Four Freedoms" — the cornerstone of Rockwell’s war years work.
The exhibit is augmented with items relating to World War II home front activities in Benton County. Admission is free.
Farmers market open
The 33rd Annual River Market Farmers Market is open every Tuesday and Saturday at 400 President Clinton Ave., Suite 200 in Little Rock.
As the permanent, year-round home for the 33-year old Farmers’ Market, the River Market’s two outdoor, open air pavilions overlooking Riverfront Park, are filled with farmers selling farm-fresh produce straight to you from the backs of their trucks.
From early morning until mid-afternoon, you will find bargains on Arkansas crops from peaches, strawberries, and watermelon, to tomatoes, corn, herbs, and plants. Admission is free. For more information visit www.rivermarket.info/farmers.html.
Local library hosting super sleuths
Super sleuths and daring detectives are invited to join Get A Clue @ Your Library at the Nixon Public Library.
The 2007 Summer Reading Program is open to young people, preschool through young adult, with programs, prize drawings, story hours, a reading club, and more.
Families are invited to join the Read-to-Me portion of the program. Ages: 18 months -3: 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays or Fridays, Ages 3-5: 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Ages 6-8 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Ages 9-12 10:30 a.m. Thursday, and Ages 13 and up on 2 p.m. Thursday.
Registration for the summer reading program begins on May 28. For more information, call the library at 501-982-5533, or visit their website www.cals.org. The library welcomes children of all abilities. All programs are free of charge.
Riverfest is today through Sunday at the North Shore Riverwalk park and Little Rock River Market park.
Performers include Smash Mouth, Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo, Montgomery Gentry, Rigby Fawkes, Blake Shelton, Keb’Mo’, LL Cool J, Ruben Studdard, the Marshal Tucker Band, Robert Randolph and the Family Band, George Clinton and the P-Funk All Stars, Soul Asylum and many more.
A fireworks display and laser light show will close the event Sunday evening. For more info, visit www.riverfestarkansas.com.
Cirque to perform
Cirque du Soleil presents Delirium: Turning Music into Motion at 8 p.m.Thursday at Alltel Arena. For details or tickets, contact the Arena box office at 501-975-9000 or visit www.alltelarena.com or through TicketMaster locations, charge by phone 501-975-7575 or visit www.ticketmaster.com.
Rockwell art on display
Norman Rockwell in the 1940s: A View of the American Home Front will be displayed through Aug. 11 at Rogers Historical Museum, 322 South Second Street, Rogers.
This traveling exhibition from the Norman Rockwell Museum in Stockbridge, Mass., is composed of 40 popular Saturday Evening Post covers such as "Rosie the Riveter" and "Willis Gillis and The Four Freedoms" — the cornerstone of Rockwell’s war years work.
The exhibit is augmented with items relating to World War II home front activities in Benton County. Admission is free.
Farmers market open
The 33rd Annual River Market Farmers Market is open every Tuesday and Saturday at 400 President Clinton Ave., Suite 200 in Little Rock.
As the permanent, year-round home for the 33-year old Farmers’ Market, the River Market’s two outdoor, open air pavilions overlooking Riverfront Park, are filled with farmers selling farm-fresh produce straight to you from the backs of their trucks.
From early morning until mid-afternoon, you will find bargains on Arkansas crops from peaches, strawberries, and watermelon, to tomatoes, corn, herbs, and plants. Admission is free. For more information visit www.rivermarket.info/farmers.html.
Local library hosting super sleuths
Super sleuths and daring detectives are invited to join Get A Clue @ Your Library at the Nixon Public Library.
The 2007 Summer Reading Program is open to young people, preschool through young adult, with programs, prize drawings, story hours, a reading club, and more.
Families are invited to join the Read-to-Me portion of the program. Ages: 18 months -3: 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays or Fridays, Ages 3-5: 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Ages 6-8 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Ages 9-12 10:30 a.m. Thursday, and Ages 13 and up on 2 p.m. Thursday.
Registration for the summer reading program begins on May 28. For more information, call the library at 501-982-5533, or visit their website www.cals.org. The library welcomes children of all abilities. All programs are free of charge.
NEWS BRIEFS>>May 25
MSS closed June 1
The 314th Mission Support Squadron will be closed from noon to 4:30 June 1 for their Annual Squadron Picnic. For emergency issues, please call 425-7283 or 425-7333.
Vacation Bible school slated for June 11-15
Avalanche Ranch Vacation Bible School runs June 11 through June 15 from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the base chapel. This school is open to children ages 4 through the completion of 6th grade. Early registration is recommended as space is limited. Contact the Little Rock Air Force Base chapel support office at 987-6014 for more information.
NAF jobs available
The following non-appropriated-fund jobs are available: lodging, custodial worker, NA-02, flexible hours; child development center, child development program assistant CC-02, flexible hours and child development program assistant, CC-03, flexible hours and Hangar 1080, cashier NF-1, flexible hours, food service worker NA-02, flexible hours and waiter, NA-02.
The golf course is seeking a laborer, NA-03, flexible hours for the summer. Applicants must be 16 years of age to apply for summer positions.
Applicants must be 18 years of age to apply for Youth Center positions and must have a high school diploma or GED. For more information call 987-6440.
Boy Scout meeting
Boy Scout Troop 170 from Little Rock Air Force Base hosts an Open House at 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 29 in the Arnold Drive Elementary School cafeteria. Boys graduating from fifth grade through high school age are invited to attend with a parent or guardian to find out more about Scouting on base. The open house will be a time to meet troop members and leaders and find out about the Troop’s summer schedule of activities.
The even showcases some Scouting skills current members developed this year. Troop 170 normally meets at the base Scout Hut at 7 p.m. Tuesdays. Refreshments will be served. For details call Scoutmaster Joe Morris at 606-6688, or committee chair Carol Weld, at 988-9720.
Retirement ceremony
Senior Master Sgt. Gerald Howell, 314th Logistics Readiness Squadron, will retire at 10 a.m. June 1 in the Hangar 1080 ballroom. Dress is uniform of the day for military and casual for civilians. Call Staff Sgt Lachandra Rudolph at 987-6392 for more information.
Air Traffic Control opportunities
The Pennsylvania Air National Guard, located in central Pennsylvania, has two Traditional Guardsman (part-time) positions for 1C171, Air Traffic Controllers, one master sergeant and one tech sergeant position are available in the 112th AOS, State College, Pa. Call MSgt Ken Stanton at 1-888-640-9200, DSN 491-5100 email Ken.stanton@paharr.ang.af.mil or visit our home page www.112aos.org.
Estate claim
Anyone having claims against the estate or indebtedness to the estate of Airman 1st Class Davio Barrosa should contact 1st Lt. John Riley, summary court officer, at 987-7110 or via e-mail at john.riley@littlerock.af.mil.
The 314th Mission Support Squadron will be closed from noon to 4:30 June 1 for their Annual Squadron Picnic. For emergency issues, please call 425-7283 or 425-7333.
Vacation Bible school slated for June 11-15
Avalanche Ranch Vacation Bible School runs June 11 through June 15 from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the base chapel. This school is open to children ages 4 through the completion of 6th grade. Early registration is recommended as space is limited. Contact the Little Rock Air Force Base chapel support office at 987-6014 for more information.
NAF jobs available
The following non-appropriated-fund jobs are available: lodging, custodial worker, NA-02, flexible hours; child development center, child development program assistant CC-02, flexible hours and child development program assistant, CC-03, flexible hours and Hangar 1080, cashier NF-1, flexible hours, food service worker NA-02, flexible hours and waiter, NA-02.
The golf course is seeking a laborer, NA-03, flexible hours for the summer. Applicants must be 16 years of age to apply for summer positions.
Applicants must be 18 years of age to apply for Youth Center positions and must have a high school diploma or GED. For more information call 987-6440.
Boy Scout meeting
Boy Scout Troop 170 from Little Rock Air Force Base hosts an Open House at 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 29 in the Arnold Drive Elementary School cafeteria. Boys graduating from fifth grade through high school age are invited to attend with a parent or guardian to find out more about Scouting on base. The open house will be a time to meet troop members and leaders and find out about the Troop’s summer schedule of activities.
The even showcases some Scouting skills current members developed this year. Troop 170 normally meets at the base Scout Hut at 7 p.m. Tuesdays. Refreshments will be served. For details call Scoutmaster Joe Morris at 606-6688, or committee chair Carol Weld, at 988-9720.
Retirement ceremony
Senior Master Sgt. Gerald Howell, 314th Logistics Readiness Squadron, will retire at 10 a.m. June 1 in the Hangar 1080 ballroom. Dress is uniform of the day for military and casual for civilians. Call Staff Sgt Lachandra Rudolph at 987-6392 for more information.
Air Traffic Control opportunities
The Pennsylvania Air National Guard, located in central Pennsylvania, has two Traditional Guardsman (part-time) positions for 1C171, Air Traffic Controllers, one master sergeant and one tech sergeant position are available in the 112th AOS, State College, Pa. Call MSgt Ken Stanton at 1-888-640-9200, DSN 491-5100 email Ken.stanton@paharr.ang.af.mil or visit our home page www.112aos.org.
Estate claim
Anyone having claims against the estate or indebtedness to the estate of Airman 1st Class Davio Barrosa should contact 1st Lt. John Riley, summary court officer, at 987-7110 or via e-mail at john.riley@littlerock.af.mil.
COMMENTARY>>Let our lives memorialize fallen comrades
By Chief Master Sgt. Brooke McLean
314th Airlift Wing Command Chief
Memorial Day is a time to remember fallen heroes, reflect on the life we enjoy and think about the connection between our fallen heroes and our great nation.
This Memorial Day is slightly different for members of Team Little Rock — we have tasted the salt from our tears as we said goodbye to three teammates over the last month. They were family, friends, warriors, and servants of our great nation.
I wish we were able to prevent the loss of any member of the Air Force, but unfortunately, that isn’t reality.
Reality says we receive unwanted phone calls in the middle of the night or we hear the bad news from co-workers and we must say goodbye to comrades we will miss to the depth of our souls.
It leaves us shocked and empty. We may not even know the individual but we sense the loss of a wingman…someone who answered the call of our Nation. One of the less than one percent of our nation who chose to defend our country is gone.
A fellow warrior has fallen and it reminds us of how precious and precarious our lives are in this world. We are shocked and, in our own selfish way, wonder what would happen if the fallen warrior was us. The tragic loss of our friends and family members over the last month cannot be undone. We face the reality and look for lessons as we mourn.
Is there something we can learn from John T. Self, Walter Willis, and Davio Barrosa? We can certainly learn about courage and faith; we can definitely learn about dedication to country and service; and, we can observe honor and dignity. How will their deaths change our lives? Perhaps we will pause to consider our own mortality and think of things we should be doing different today.
Maybe we will slow the pace of our lives for a moment and enjoy the gifts we experience, but seem to overlook every day.
Or, possibly, we might take inventory of who we are and where we are going; examine whether we can improve on our mental, spiritual and physical well-being; take advantage of the chances we have to grow and be educated; develop lasting friendships and deepen existing relationships; or spend some extra time focusing on fitness, diet, and a healthy, responsible lifestyle.
In short, we can memorialize the Airmen who passed in the last month by remembering how we should live better and more enriched lives.
On Memorial Day, we remember our fallen heroes from days gone by and we pause to remember the Little Rock warriors recently passed. Thank you for being great members of the Little Rock Team and for serving your country.
314th Airlift Wing Command Chief
Memorial Day is a time to remember fallen heroes, reflect on the life we enjoy and think about the connection between our fallen heroes and our great nation.
This Memorial Day is slightly different for members of Team Little Rock — we have tasted the salt from our tears as we said goodbye to three teammates over the last month. They were family, friends, warriors, and servants of our great nation.
I wish we were able to prevent the loss of any member of the Air Force, but unfortunately, that isn’t reality.
Reality says we receive unwanted phone calls in the middle of the night or we hear the bad news from co-workers and we must say goodbye to comrades we will miss to the depth of our souls.
It leaves us shocked and empty. We may not even know the individual but we sense the loss of a wingman…someone who answered the call of our Nation. One of the less than one percent of our nation who chose to defend our country is gone.
A fellow warrior has fallen and it reminds us of how precious and precarious our lives are in this world. We are shocked and, in our own selfish way, wonder what would happen if the fallen warrior was us. The tragic loss of our friends and family members over the last month cannot be undone. We face the reality and look for lessons as we mourn.
Is there something we can learn from John T. Self, Walter Willis, and Davio Barrosa? We can certainly learn about courage and faith; we can definitely learn about dedication to country and service; and, we can observe honor and dignity. How will their deaths change our lives? Perhaps we will pause to consider our own mortality and think of things we should be doing different today.
Maybe we will slow the pace of our lives for a moment and enjoy the gifts we experience, but seem to overlook every day.
Or, possibly, we might take inventory of who we are and where we are going; examine whether we can improve on our mental, spiritual and physical well-being; take advantage of the chances we have to grow and be educated; develop lasting friendships and deepen existing relationships; or spend some extra time focusing on fitness, diet, and a healthy, responsible lifestyle.
In short, we can memorialize the Airmen who passed in the last month by remembering how we should live better and more enriched lives.
On Memorial Day, we remember our fallen heroes from days gone by and we pause to remember the Little Rock warriors recently passed. Thank you for being great members of the Little Rock Team and for serving your country.
TOP STORY >>‘Perspective’ discusses physical fitness standards
SAN ANTONIO (AFPN) — In his latest “Enlisted Perspective,” the Air Force’s top enlisted Airman focuses on the importance of physical fitness and discusses how meeting current fitness standards are individual Airman responsibilities. “With every Airman critical to completion of Air Force air, space and cyberspace missions; we need all Airmen physically capable of performing at the highest level,” said Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Rodney J. McKinley.
“Air Force fitness standards must be maintained, and compliance with these standards may soon be documented on Air Force performance reports. As with any area where Airmen don’t meet the established standards, failure to meet physical fitness standards can result in a referral performance report,” he said.
Chief McKinley said the Air Force spent $3.9 billion on health care last year and the service can decrease these health care expenditures by improving overall Airman fitness levels.
“Air Force fitness standards must be maintained, and compliance with these standards may soon be documented on Air Force performance reports. As with any area where Airmen don’t meet the established standards, failure to meet physical fitness standards can result in a referral performance report,” he said.
Chief McKinley said the Air Force spent $3.9 billion on health care last year and the service can decrease these health care expenditures by improving overall Airman fitness levels.
TOP STORY >>Chief McKinley offers service dress perspective
SAN ANTONIO (AFNEWS) — In his latest “Enlisted Perspective,” Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Rodney J. McKinley discusses the new heritage service dress uniform and how the uniform will better represent the Air Force to the American public.
“I look forward to the day when I stand tall in a new service dress uniform with a stronger military image, one that will make a powerful statement about who we are: America’s Airmen who fly, fight and win in any domain,” Chief McKinley said.
“The proposed heritage jacket will give us a uniform with more historical significance, better functionality, and most importantly, will embody the warrior spirit that defines us as Airmen serving in the profession of arms,” he said.
Chief McKinley, the Air Force’s top enlisted Airman, said the new heritage service dress uniform will say to the world that Airmen are linked to a combat-forged past, and they are warriors prepared for today’s challenges and future battlefields.
This “Enlisted Perspective” and other senior leader viewpoints can be found on the library section of Air Force Link.
“I look forward to the day when I stand tall in a new service dress uniform with a stronger military image, one that will make a powerful statement about who we are: America’s Airmen who fly, fight and win in any domain,” Chief McKinley said.
“The proposed heritage jacket will give us a uniform with more historical significance, better functionality, and most importantly, will embody the warrior spirit that defines us as Airmen serving in the profession of arms,” he said.
Chief McKinley, the Air Force’s top enlisted Airman, said the new heritage service dress uniform will say to the world that Airmen are linked to a combat-forged past, and they are warriors prepared for today’s challenges and future battlefields.
This “Enlisted Perspective” and other senior leader viewpoints can be found on the library section of Air Force Link.
TOP STORY >>Vehicle crash kills Little Rock AFB Airman
A Little Rock Air Force Base Airman died from injuries sustained in a vehicle accident May 20.
Senior Airman Walter Willis, assigned to the 53rd Airlift Squadron Aircraft Maintenance Unit, was killed when his motorcycle collided with another vehicle on Cantrell Road in Little Rock.
Airman Willis’ commander said his unit will miss him.
“The squadron mourns the tragic loss of a highly professional teammate. Senior Airman Walter Willis was respected by his peers, always dependable to his supervisors, and steadfastly committed to the safety of the operators he supported, said Lt. Col. Lawrence Havird, 314th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron commander. “As an aircraft crew chief, he labored endlessly to ensure our mission was successful. Walter’s co-workers in the 53rd Aircraft Maintenance Unit will miss him dearly. The unit will strive to honor his service and will be vigilant in taking care of his family. Walter earned and deserves our very best.”
Airman Willis’ co-workers will remember his smile, generosity and his love of life.
Whether behind the grill at squadron cookouts, on the gridiron during intramural football or on the line making sure his C-130s were mission ready, his life impacted every aspect of his squadron.
“Willis always had a big smile and could make anybody else smile and laugh. He was full of life, and always took the positive road and lifted everyone up along the way, said Tech. Sgt. Jason Howse, 314th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron. “He was wise beyond his years. His knowledge life and business were surpassed by very few. Outstanding Mechanic, he had vast system knowledge and always the go to guy. He was like having three extra people on the job. He was someone to emulate, and strive to be like — a true mentor.”
The accident is under investigation.
Senior Airman Walter Willis, assigned to the 53rd Airlift Squadron Aircraft Maintenance Unit, was killed when his motorcycle collided with another vehicle on Cantrell Road in Little Rock.
Airman Willis’ commander said his unit will miss him.
“The squadron mourns the tragic loss of a highly professional teammate. Senior Airman Walter Willis was respected by his peers, always dependable to his supervisors, and steadfastly committed to the safety of the operators he supported, said Lt. Col. Lawrence Havird, 314th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron commander. “As an aircraft crew chief, he labored endlessly to ensure our mission was successful. Walter’s co-workers in the 53rd Aircraft Maintenance Unit will miss him dearly. The unit will strive to honor his service and will be vigilant in taking care of his family. Walter earned and deserves our very best.”
Airman Willis’ co-workers will remember his smile, generosity and his love of life.
Whether behind the grill at squadron cookouts, on the gridiron during intramural football or on the line making sure his C-130s were mission ready, his life impacted every aspect of his squadron.
“Willis always had a big smile and could make anybody else smile and laugh. He was full of life, and always took the positive road and lifted everyone up along the way, said Tech. Sgt. Jason Howse, 314th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron. “He was wise beyond his years. His knowledge life and business were surpassed by very few. Outstanding Mechanic, he had vast system knowledge and always the go to guy. He was like having three extra people on the job. He was someone to emulate, and strive to be like — a true mentor.”
The accident is under investigation.
TOP STORY >>Memorial Day honors our recent Airmen we've lost as well
By Col. Wayne Schatz
314 Airlift Wing Commander
Team Little Rock: Kim, Wayne, Marissa and I are happy to be back at The Rock and we are excited for what the next couple of years will hold for the base and our Air Force. I look forward to meeting and working with each of you in the months ahead.
Today, as we look forward to the Memorial Day holiday and time spent with family and friends, I think it’s appropriate for all of us to reflect on the purpose of Memorial Day. In the past several weeks we have lost three Little Rock teammates. We lost two here at home, and one was killed by the enemy in Iraq. We need to remember the goodness of their service to our nation, and also analyze how we can prevent such tragic losses in the future.
Here at The Rock, we need to remain focused on the mission of training and deploying the world’s premier C-130 combat airlifters to fight and win our nation’s wars while remembering these three Airmen. You all play a key part in accomplishing our mission. As we head into the 101 Critical Days of Summer, it’s all of our responsibilities to ensure our Airmen return back safely. Being a good wingman...taking care of each other...is essential to the success of our mission. You are a part of the most powerful Air Force in the world; every loss of one of our own is a loss to the United States, a loss to our Air Force, and, most importantly, a loss to the families and friends left behind.
The Air Force has about 28,000 Airmen deployed worldwide taking the fight to enemies of democracy. We must remain constant: supporting the people of Iraq and Afghanistan and their armed forces in their battle to build a better country for their children, to bring democracy to the Middle East and to ensure this government survives. We owe it to our men and women fighting and the ones we’ve lost to never forget them.
As we look forward to the Memorial Day weekend, we gather to honor the memories of our warriors — our Airmen, members of our Air Force family. Have a safe and restful weekend, you deserve the time off as you constantly amaze me with the hard work you do each and every day.
You are making a difference in the Global War on Terrorism; you are a valued member of Team Little Rock and I appreciate everything you do for this great country. We want every teammate to look after each other as good wingmen, apply good risk management whether at work or at play, and to stay safe.
Thank you; remember the loss of our three Airmen, and take care of each other out there.
314 Airlift Wing Commander
Team Little Rock: Kim, Wayne, Marissa and I are happy to be back at The Rock and we are excited for what the next couple of years will hold for the base and our Air Force. I look forward to meeting and working with each of you in the months ahead.
Today, as we look forward to the Memorial Day holiday and time spent with family and friends, I think it’s appropriate for all of us to reflect on the purpose of Memorial Day. In the past several weeks we have lost three Little Rock teammates. We lost two here at home, and one was killed by the enemy in Iraq. We need to remember the goodness of their service to our nation, and also analyze how we can prevent such tragic losses in the future.
Here at The Rock, we need to remain focused on the mission of training and deploying the world’s premier C-130 combat airlifters to fight and win our nation’s wars while remembering these three Airmen. You all play a key part in accomplishing our mission. As we head into the 101 Critical Days of Summer, it’s all of our responsibilities to ensure our Airmen return back safely. Being a good wingman...taking care of each other...is essential to the success of our mission. You are a part of the most powerful Air Force in the world; every loss of one of our own is a loss to the United States, a loss to our Air Force, and, most importantly, a loss to the families and friends left behind.
The Air Force has about 28,000 Airmen deployed worldwide taking the fight to enemies of democracy. We must remain constant: supporting the people of Iraq and Afghanistan and their armed forces in their battle to build a better country for their children, to bring democracy to the Middle East and to ensure this government survives. We owe it to our men and women fighting and the ones we’ve lost to never forget them.
As we look forward to the Memorial Day weekend, we gather to honor the memories of our warriors — our Airmen, members of our Air Force family. Have a safe and restful weekend, you deserve the time off as you constantly amaze me with the hard work you do each and every day.
You are making a difference in the Global War on Terrorism; you are a valued member of Team Little Rock and I appreciate everything you do for this great country. We want every teammate to look after each other as good wingmen, apply good risk management whether at work or at play, and to stay safe.
Thank you; remember the loss of our three Airmen, and take care of each other out there.
Thursday, May 17, 2007
CLASSIFIEDS >> 05-18-07
ANNOUNCEMENTS
THE DROP ZONE CLASSIFIED DEPARTMENT will take ads by phone from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday 982-9421, or you may mail your ad to 404 Graham Rd., Jacksonville, AR 72078. You may also email them to dropzoneclassifieds@arkansasleader.com Deadline to advertise in Friday issue is 5 p.m. Tuesday.
MEN'S BASEBALL league base team. Looking for players. Contact George DiBello. work 743-4815, home 605-9272. Practice starts Saturday, 3 March 2/16
GETTING OUT of the Military or out??? For a listing of 25 Aerospace Companies that are hiring NOW!!! Allied Reviewers Group, Inc. PO Box 1095, Jacksonville, AR 72078. It's your future!!! Make it happen!!!
THRIFT SHOP open to the public. MWF, 10 am to 2 pm, first Saturday monthly. Great bargains. All revenues used to support mission. Volunteers and donations welcome. Jacksonville Care Channel, 201 Elm, 982-4647.
COMMUNITY HOMEOWNERSHIP WORKSHOP. SATURDAY JUNE 30, 2007 9:00AM - 1:00PM, EVANGELISTIC MINISTRIES CHURCH, 101 N. ELM STREET. JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS FOR MORE INFORMATION (501) 985-3067
JACKSONVILLE HIGH School Class of 1987 20 year Reunion.We are trying to contact everyone, Please visit http://www.jhs1987.myevent.com and either register or sign the guestbook. Questions please contact Shannon Emory Williams 501-605-0294 or awilliams@centurytel.net
YARD SALES
MOVING SALE- Saturday, May 19th, 7-2 pm. Many furniture items, dining room sets, 292 Hickory Hill in Austin, just off Lewis Burg Rd.
YARD SALE- 404 Smith St. in McRae, May 19th.
YARD SALE- variety of items. Nordic Track Pro Ski Machine. 200 Harris Rd. Jacksonville. Friday, May 18 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
GARAGE SALE- Sat. May 19th 7-2 pm Rain or Shine. Over 1,000 yards of fabric; Over 300 Cross Stitch books; Household Items, Clothing, Leaf Blower; Lots of freebies. 110 Cheyenne Trail, Jacksonville, From the Air Base exit go North on T.P. White Road about 3 miles past Lowe's, look for signs.
MULTI FAMILY Garage Sale: 123 & 121 Minnesota Circle. Saturday, May 19; 7am-noon.
GARAGE SALE May 18, 19 (Fri & Sat) 7:30am - 1:30 pm 100 Carnelian Dr Sherwood Lots of kids things, crib, home furnishings, Croscrill bedding and bath. Huge assortment.
HUGE YARD SALE 216 N Fir Beebe. Electronics, clothes for everyone, furniture, too much to name. 5/18 & 5/19 7:00 am -?
AUSTIN Village Neighborhood Yard Sale, Sat. May 19, 7AM-?, 315 Alma Drive, Austin.
AUSTIN Village Neighborhood Yard Sale, Sat. May 19, 7AM-?, 315 Alma Drive, Austin.
MULTI FAMILY yard sale, Sat. 5/19, 7am-1pm. Antique furniture, household items, children's items and clothes, and misc. 88 Bel Air Loop, off of Graham Rd., Jacksonville.
MOVING SALE - Jogging Stroller, $40 obo, 5X8 wool area rug with 2 matching doormats blue/brown $25 obo, matching navy/multi hall runner and small area rug $10 obo. 983-9315
MULTI Family Yard Sale - May 19, 7am-Until Ladies clothes, christmas decor, teacher supplies, and more-all treasures in excellent condition. 131 Kansas Circle, LRAFB lrgillespie@hotmail.com for questions
GARAGE SALE-19 May. 102 Mississippi Loop. Toys, crib, and more. LRAFB AR 72076
YARD SALE- 111 Massachusetts Ln. LRAFB, Saturday 19 May only, lots of baby clothes, uniforms and other mics. stuff.
HELP WANTED
WANTED: Appointment Setter. Call from home! Paid per dial & per appointment set. Great for full-time mom. Call Katie (501) 259-6352.
NLR BASED company seeks experienced Manager/Supervisor with background in maintenance, computers & communications skills. Fax resume to (501) 376-1115.
LONG TERM temporary assignment at Jacksonville medical facility. Must be computer literate, exp. answering multiple phone lines, detail oriented, and have general office skills. For more information or appt. call 501-392-1500 or toll free 866-538-1500.
ADMINISTRATIVE OPPORTUNITY w/ NLR company. Requires Microsft Word, Excel, A/P, A/R. Accounting & payroll experience a plus. Excellent pay for this screen to hire position. For more information call 501-392-1500. Toll free 866-535-1500.
NEEDED! Retirees or individuals searching for great opportunity with independently owned agency in local area. Life & Health license preferred but can be acquired. A must call to discuss available options. Contact John at (501) 847-6994 or (501) 416-6363.
HORSES
HORSES: Lucky Acres Boarding Stable, TLC for your horse, box stalls and paddocks, clean pastures, indoor and outdoor arenas, riding instruction and training program. Dressage our speciatly. (501) 988-2458.
PETS
TWO YEAR old female, mixed breed, good with kids, shots up to date, 35 lbs. Free to a good home. Tammy 983-8740.
FREE TO home w/ big yard: 1 yr old, male Aussie-shephard. 100% house broken, neutered, shots current, and fantastic with kids. Call 542-4018.
ADORABLE GREY tabbies, 6 weeks old, free to a good home, 501-551-7510
THREE ADORABLE doll-faced black & white female Shih-Tzu puppies. $325. Registered, shots, and gift bag included. Jacksonville area. Call 850-374-1719 or 850-543-8776 & ask for Tisa or Will.
GERMAN SHEPHERD Puppies, $500, 1 male, female, AKC registered, parents from Germany, 1st set of shots complete. Available June 4th. 501-366-6239 or 501-542-4504.
FURNITURE
COUCH WITH recliners on each end, coffee table, 2 end tables $175.00. Kitchen table with glass tabletop and 4 rolling chairs $125.00. All in very good condition. Call 501-843-5501.
SECTIONAL - 6 months old $650; black teak wood dining table w/ six chairs & 2 leaves $450. All less than 1 yr old. Call 501-796-3898.
GLASS AND metal 4 seat table w/ no chairs. $125. 501-256-6610. Whirlpool oven, electric $150. 501-256-6610.
BEAUTIFUL QUEEN size sleeper Sofa w/ 2 oak end tables $130 Wonderful glass top table, iron frame two stools $90 Glass top coffee table iron frame $90. 985-9866 or 944-9585.
FOR SALE: Suede Couch and matching Chaise Lounge. Excellent condition. Light brown. $350. Call 501-412-0063.
Queen Bedroom Set Furniture for Sale. Lexington "European Tradition" Collection. Beige Color. Very Elegant. $2,000. Call 952-3693.
ENTERTAINMENT CENTER for big screen- paid $2500, asking $800. Patio Furniture -paid over $1000, asking $500. Email txdarlyn@classicnet.net or 247-1830
BLACK METAL full/twin bunkbed. Upgraded twin mattress. $250 obo. 835-6419 or 247-0893.
BLUE LEATHER couch and oversize chair $300 obo, venus tv $20, white pantry cabinet $20, 1 free couch. 501-240-6196
QUEEN BOXSPRING and mattress $20.00. Portable firepit some rust $20.00. Call 501-952-2604.
COUCH WITH recliners on each end, coffee table, 2 end tables $175.00. Kitchen table with glass tabletop and 4 rolling chairs $125.00. All in very good condition. Call 501-843-5501.
WHITE METAL daybed/mattress, white wicker gueen bed/mattess, dresser, vanity, rocker 601-416-8300
BLACK METAL full twin bunk beds $250 obo. 835-6419 or 247-0893.
BROWN SUEDE couch $100, Refrigerator, white, 1 yr. old, barely used $300. Call Jeremy at (505) 693-0620.
IKEA SOFA BED: Sofa skin is Tan, can change skins and washable. Storage footstool incl. $300 501-993-4835
WANTED
WANTED: carpool from Beebe to SWLR, M-F, wkng hours of 8-5. Please email ljcarpool@gmail.com or call (501) 554-4233.
COLLECTOR buying older board war games, 1970's-80's. Avalon Hill, SPI, GDW...etc. Call 501-454-8762
ITEMS FOR SALE
PANASONIC LUMIX FZ30 8 MP SLR-like digital camera and 1gig, 512 & 64 SD cards $400.00 obo. 501-773-4484
PEARL 5 piece drum set includes mesh heads and cymbal mufflers for silent practice $400. Roland KC-550 keyboard amp $600. 501-908-9561.
JOE ROCKET Rio black mesh jacket. 2X never worn. Removable armor. Velcro waist/wrists. Snap forearms. 2 zippered outside pockets $75. Chris 259-6139.
PORTABLE DISHWASHER, like new $200 - Infinity SM155 speakers; $100 ea. - microwave ovens; $20 ea. - Baby einstien exersaucer; $40 -baby/women's clothes; $1 ea. - 12spd mtn bike $50 - Oak T.V tray set ; $40 ALL Excel. Cond. Call 501-983-4932
SCHWIN RECUMBENT bike $100. Fit one skier $20. Other items for sale this weekend. 1345 Mountain Springs Rd., Cabot. Can deliver.
JOGGING STROLLER and more for sale. In-step jogging stroller, several area rugs and a children's sports comforter set w/ lamp. Contact AFYardSale@gmail.com or 501-983-9315.
27" G.E. T.V. $125.00/Eddie Bauer Double Stroller $75.00. 256 Mb iRiver MP3 Player w/case $50.00. 988-4464.
White GE built in dishwasher - works good- $130 obo. Record player & am/fm dual cassette stereo & 2 speakers - works gd. $20 obo. Please call 843-0919 for more info.
(2) medium size light mauve colored lamps for sale $15/ea or 2/ $20. Shark upright bagless vacuum w/ hepa filter - works - $300+ new/ $45 obo. NEW tupperware - too much too list. 7 1/2 ft. Blue Spruce pine Christmas tree w/ stand- used only one time- $60 obo. Please call 843-0919 for more info.
FREE - beige pile carpet and padding, approximately 1000' sq ft, please call 941-2127 or 987-1356
PEARL 5 piece drum set includes mesh heads and cymbal mufflers for silent practice perfect condition $300. Roland KC-550 keyboard amp brand new $500. 501-908-9561
WASHBURN Seven String Electric Guitar, Perfect Condition, Sounds and feels amazing!, includes case, $500, OBO. Call 240-8650.
PING ZING 2 irons, 3-pw all matching serial numbers in excellent shape $285. Call 501 960-4791.
MICROWAVE $35; Floor Lamp $12; Crib/Toddler Bedding set - Lavender/White gingham $55; Leapfrog word-whammer fridge phonics + lowercase $15. 983-0037.
HITACHI 57" WIDE-SCREEN TV Premium built in sound system, Picture in Picture, HDTV ready, great condition, like new. Lots of features. $1,100 call 501-542-4367.
JOGGING STROLLER and more forsale. Instep Jogging Stroller, Several Area Rugs, and a Children's Sports Comforter Set w/ Lamp and Window Valances. Contact: afyardsale@gmail.com or 501-983-9315.
SONY 32" Flat Screen FD Trinitron WEGA TV. Model #:KV-32FV300. $250. Email txdarlyn@classicnet.net or call 247-1830. Better hurry!
LA-Z-BOY sofa and couch, excellent condition. Brown w/tan floral print. Must see, $550 OBO. Call 501-650-1737
AUTOS/ACCESSORIES
2000 CHEVY Silverado, 4 door, extended cab, bed liner, bed canvas cover,wheel trim, bug guard, cd player, white exterior w/ grey interior, $12000 obo. 982-9018 after 6 pm.
2004 HYUNDAI Tiburon, excellent gas mileage, 5 speed, sunroof & more. Pics available for email. Asking $12,500 or assume loan. Contact 416-3021.
1987 LINCOLN Mark VII, Runs Great, new transmission, newly rebuilt motor, $1400 OBO. 815-549-5690 or 501-987-3576. Ask for Hank.
2002 SILVER Hyundai Accent GL Auto 4-Dr. $4550.00 or reasonable offer Priced below KBB Fair Market Value 78,000k miles 33-36MPH James 501-658-5362.
2004 FORD Mustang Convertible, 40th Anniversary Edition V6 Engine, 32K miles, Red w/tan top. Extended warranty w/no deductible-good till 125k miles. $14,500 firm. 843-6011
1989 CHEVY K5 FWD Blazer many extra's big tires $5000.00 obo. Call 501-796-6301 or 501-650-5112.
2003 HONDA RC51 (sportbike). Awesome condition. Yosh stainless pipes. New rear tire. 4700 miles. $5700 OBO. Email for questions or pic...Caryhg@aol.com
1997 SATURN, 4 door. Good condition. New tires, AC, $2,000 firm. Great gas mileage. 501-944-4155.
1998 CHEVROLET Corvette, 116K miles, 1 owner. Excellently maintained, $16,000 for more information. Call 773-4653.
FOR SALE- 2 JL Audio 12"W3V2-D4, Pro Box enclosure hatchback style, and 1000 watt Sony Xplod amp $400 o.b.o. 217-827-1915
2005 Black, Cadillac CTS, Wood grain, 40K miles, leather interior, great car, $20K- can't beat the price. Call 247-8130.
2005 Honda CRF 250X. Street legal with 225 miles. Excellent condition looks almost new. Spare set of used street legal tires. title in hand Consider trade for 4X4 4 wheeler. $4200. Call Dan at 501-554-1483.
JOHN DEER LT160 series Riding Lawn Mower, used ONLY 95 hours, perfect MX history, 1 guide wheel removed, $1,900, OBO. Call 240-8650
MOBILE SCOUT 1995 27ft 5th Wheel lite aluminum frame, with slide out and rear hitch. $9,500. Jacksonville 501-951-0018.
MITSUBISHI 2001 Eclipse Spyder GT Convertible, Pearl white w/black leather, Only 62k original miles! $10,800 OBO, Call Mike or Chris @ 501-676-1343 or 987-7896.
1995 SATURN 4 DOOR, GOLD, GOOD CONDITION, AC, RUNS GOOD, ONLY 78,000 MILES $1,300. CALL 626-5561/5579
2005 SUN TRACKER, Party barge like new, 24ft, 90hpw mercury motor, changing room, sink and trailer. Lots of extras. Asking 18,500 OBO. Call 605-1984.
2003 NISSAN Maxima SE, 55k miles, A/C, cd, moon roof, all power, great on gas, excellent condition, $14,500. 501-442-1858
1979 SILVER Lincoln Continental Town car, 76k miles, great cond., single owner, $4,000. Please call 993-3093 or 993-1167.
2005 DODGE Dakota, extended cab, 4x4, V8, manual transmission, 18,600 miles. $16,500 obo. 983-0175
ROLL BAR fits 03', 04', Dodge Dakota $75. Call Jeremy at (505) 693-0620.
2000 GMC pick-up. 95000 miles. Heat and A/C. CD Player/Stereo. Runs good. $6000. Call 501-658-3709.
LEER TRUCK Topper for 2006 Toyota Tacoma, 6' bed. Desert Sand Mica, mounts included. Less than one year old. Paid $1000, make an offer. Call Mike at 749-6707.
JEEP 2002 Grand Cherokee, green, 4WD, V8, 1 owner, 104k mi., exc. cond., $9,250 obo. 501-230-4175 Cabot.
ENGINE puller $100 o.b.o. 20" lawn mower $50. Call 501-766-4025.
2000 MUSTANG GT Garage kept, 4.6, 5spd, Pw, Ps, PL, mach 460 sound system, leather int., tinted windows, new tires, new cluthch 73K miles, 11,000. Contact Donald (501)920-2662
2005 YAMAHA Roadstar; b/w; Vance & Hines exhaust; spoke rims; whitewalls; passenger seat/backrest; 17 1/2 windshield; chrome. Immaculate: $10,600 351-5425.
RECREATIONAL VEHICLES
2001 BLUE and chrome Yamaha R1, over $3k miles of aftermarket stuff on $4900 obo. Helmet and jacket included. 603-557-4434.
2005 SUN Tracker, Party barge like new, 24ft, 90hpw mercury motor, changing room, sink and trailer. Lots of extras. Asking 18,500 OBO Call 605-1984.
1987 15-FOOT Challenger ski/fish boat with trailer and news tires. Trolling motor, fish finder, fishing seats, life jackets, skis, ropes, anchor, everything....75HP Johnson outboard motor. Runs great, low hours. $3,800.00 OBO. 501-834-6160.
ATV: 2004 Kawasaki 80 - Excellent Condition, $1,500. Call: (501) 259-1443.
A.R.E. TW series GMC/Chev camper shell, shortbed, 3 sliding glass windows. Large rear door, $700. 501-941-0542.
1987 15-FOOT Challenger ski/fish boat with trailer and news tires. Trolling motor, fish finder, fishing seats, life jackets, skis, ropes, anchor, everything....75HP Johnson outboard motor. Runs great, low hours. $3,800.00 OBO. 501-834-6160.
2003 KAWASAKI Z1000, 953CC, ONLY 2800 miles, PERFECT CONDITION!, See on lemon lot, includes front/rear MX stands, $6200 OBO! Call 240-8650.
2005 SUN tracker, Party barge like new, 24ft, 90hpw mercury motor, changing room, sink and trailer. Lots of extras. Asking 18,500 OBO. Call 605-1984.
FAST FISH and ski boat for sale; 1987 Challenger tri-hull 75HP Johnson with all life jackets, skis, seats, brand new fish finder, etc... very low hours, just serviced. $3500 OBO. 501-834-6160.
YAMAHA grizzly 660 2005 excellent cond. auto, diff. lock, hi-lo, mud tires. Asking $4800 obo.
LOTS & ACREAGE
THREE BEDROOM homes for rent starting at $700. Call Century 21 Real Estate Unlimited at 501-843-4473 for more details.
HOUSES FOR RENT
FOR RENT: New Apartments (4-plex) available now. 2 BD/ 1 BA and 3 BD/ 1.5 BA. Hud approved. Call Century 21 Real Estate Unlimited at 501-843-4473.
A GREAT home sitting on 1 acre. Formal dining room and office. Rent $950 with a $950 deposit. Call 413-1222.
FOR RENT: 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Mobile Home on 5 acres in Cabot. Close to LRAFB. Excellent condition. $525 mo. 988-0006.
CABOT DOUBLEWIDE. Like new! Large 3 bedroom, 2 Bath on 1.5 acres, 2 car garage, screened porch. Too much to mention!! $735 month & deposit. No Pets. Call (501) 605-7200.
TWO BEDROOM, 1 Bath duplex. Newly remodeled, Great location in Cabot. $450. (501) 605-7200
VILONIA- QUAIL Hollow, 13 Kimberly- 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1900 sq. ft. gas fireplace, appliances, 12x20 storage with electricity, covered patio, fence. $1,150 monthly, $1,000 deposit. Available June 15th (501) 796-4618.
3 AND 4 BR Homes for Lease in Cabot. The Blackwood Team Realtors. 501-843-0780.
NEW HOMES for rent/lease or sale in Cabot area. 3 BR/ 2 BA, 1700-2400 sq. ft. Call 425-4962 for more info.
THREE BEDROOM, 2 1/2 bath, 3 year old up scale home. Office & bonus room, on 3 acres in Lonoke county. $1,100 plus $600 deposit. Long-term lease preferred. Number of occupants negotiable. Option to buy. References plus $20 nonrefundable application fee required. Available now 982-8749.
LEASE WITH option to buy. Brand new 3 Bedroom 2 Bath, 1361 sq. ft. lots of extras. Presently available in Withering Heights subdivision. Austin. $900 per month. Call Jim Coy (501) 843-0519.
FOR RENT: Extra nice 3 Bedroom 2 Bath 1800 sq. ft. home plus 2 car garage. Approximately 7 miles from Air Base. Sits secluded on 2 1/2 acres, lots of privacy. Call (501) 425-2008.
TWO Bedroom House- Central Heat & Air, all electric, ceiling fans, stove & refrigerator. Chain link fenced yard, storage building. Country living with private drive but 5 minutes to back gate - $400 month + deposit. (501) 837-0264, (501) 988-5586.
THREE BEDROOM 1 Bath, Central Heat & Air, stove & refrigerator, washer & dryer connections, hardwood floors, carport. Quiet area. 3 miles from front gate. No Pets. $600 month + $400 deposit. 985-5030
HOUSES FOR SALE
SHERWOOD - 5 minutes to Base - 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath House for Sale - 1858 Sq. Ft. Brick/Wood siding, recently remodeled, beautiful landscaping, 2 car garage. ***Washer, Dryer & refrigerator Included!! Many Amenities!!*** $165,000. (501) 838-4422, (501) 944-8558.
I SAVED $53,500 on my Mortgage! do you OWN your own home? You can build home equity FAST. Call for your FREE Mortgage analysis! (501) 247-8215.
"HONEY, I Shrunk the Mortgage!" Save Thousands, take years off your current mortgage without refinancing. Call for your FREE Mortgage Check-up! (501) 247-8215.
VILONIA- 44 Blair. 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 2 car garage, 1600 sq. ft., 2 years old, covered patio fence, $129,900. Help with your closing cost. (501) 796-4618
COUNTRY LIVING, north of LRAFB. 3 Bedroom 2 Bath, new paint & carpet, full basement, barn, out building, fruit trees, approximately 2 acres, great view overlooking Bayou Meto Creek. $180,000. (501) 681-7697
THE DROP ZONE CLASSIFIED DEPARTMENT will take ads by phone from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday 982-9421, or you may mail your ad to 404 Graham Rd., Jacksonville, AR 72078. You may also email them to dropzoneclassifieds@arkansasleader.com Deadline to advertise in Friday issue is 5 p.m. Tuesday.
MEN'S BASEBALL league base team. Looking for players. Contact George DiBello. work 743-4815, home 605-9272. Practice starts Saturday, 3 March 2/16
GETTING OUT of the Military or out??? For a listing of 25 Aerospace Companies that are hiring NOW!!! Allied Reviewers Group, Inc. PO Box 1095, Jacksonville, AR 72078. It's your future!!! Make it happen!!!
THRIFT SHOP open to the public. MWF, 10 am to 2 pm, first Saturday monthly. Great bargains. All revenues used to support mission. Volunteers and donations welcome. Jacksonville Care Channel, 201 Elm, 982-4647.
COMMUNITY HOMEOWNERSHIP WORKSHOP. SATURDAY JUNE 30, 2007 9:00AM - 1:00PM, EVANGELISTIC MINISTRIES CHURCH, 101 N. ELM STREET. JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS FOR MORE INFORMATION (501) 985-3067
JACKSONVILLE HIGH School Class of 1987 20 year Reunion.We are trying to contact everyone, Please visit http://www.jhs1987.myevent.com and either register or sign the guestbook. Questions please contact Shannon Emory Williams 501-605-0294 or awilliams@centurytel.net
YARD SALES
MOVING SALE- Saturday, May 19th, 7-2 pm. Many furniture items, dining room sets, 292 Hickory Hill in Austin, just off Lewis Burg Rd.
YARD SALE- 404 Smith St. in McRae, May 19th.
YARD SALE- variety of items. Nordic Track Pro Ski Machine. 200 Harris Rd. Jacksonville. Friday, May 18 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
GARAGE SALE- Sat. May 19th 7-2 pm Rain or Shine. Over 1,000 yards of fabric; Over 300 Cross Stitch books; Household Items, Clothing, Leaf Blower; Lots of freebies. 110 Cheyenne Trail, Jacksonville, From the Air Base exit go North on T.P. White Road about 3 miles past Lowe's, look for signs.
MULTI FAMILY Garage Sale: 123 & 121 Minnesota Circle. Saturday, May 19; 7am-noon.
GARAGE SALE May 18, 19 (Fri & Sat) 7:30am - 1:30 pm 100 Carnelian Dr Sherwood Lots of kids things, crib, home furnishings, Croscrill bedding and bath. Huge assortment.
HUGE YARD SALE 216 N Fir Beebe. Electronics, clothes for everyone, furniture, too much to name. 5/18 & 5/19 7:00 am -?
AUSTIN Village Neighborhood Yard Sale, Sat. May 19, 7AM-?, 315 Alma Drive, Austin.
AUSTIN Village Neighborhood Yard Sale, Sat. May 19, 7AM-?, 315 Alma Drive, Austin.
MULTI FAMILY yard sale, Sat. 5/19, 7am-1pm. Antique furniture, household items, children's items and clothes, and misc. 88 Bel Air Loop, off of Graham Rd., Jacksonville.
MOVING SALE - Jogging Stroller, $40 obo, 5X8 wool area rug with 2 matching doormats blue/brown $25 obo, matching navy/multi hall runner and small area rug $10 obo. 983-9315
MULTI Family Yard Sale - May 19, 7am-Until Ladies clothes, christmas decor, teacher supplies, and more-all treasures in excellent condition. 131 Kansas Circle, LRAFB lrgillespie@hotmail.com for questions
GARAGE SALE-19 May. 102 Mississippi Loop. Toys, crib, and more. LRAFB AR 72076
YARD SALE- 111 Massachusetts Ln. LRAFB, Saturday 19 May only, lots of baby clothes, uniforms and other mics. stuff.
HELP WANTED
WANTED: Appointment Setter. Call from home! Paid per dial & per appointment set. Great for full-time mom. Call Katie (501) 259-6352.
NLR BASED company seeks experienced Manager/Supervisor with background in maintenance, computers & communications skills. Fax resume to (501) 376-1115.
LONG TERM temporary assignment at Jacksonville medical facility. Must be computer literate, exp. answering multiple phone lines, detail oriented, and have general office skills. For more information or appt. call 501-392-1500 or toll free 866-538-1500.
ADMINISTRATIVE OPPORTUNITY w/ NLR company. Requires Microsft Word, Excel, A/P, A/R. Accounting & payroll experience a plus. Excellent pay for this screen to hire position. For more information call 501-392-1500. Toll free 866-535-1500.
NEEDED! Retirees or individuals searching for great opportunity with independently owned agency in local area. Life & Health license preferred but can be acquired. A must call to discuss available options. Contact John at (501) 847-6994 or (501) 416-6363.
HORSES
HORSES: Lucky Acres Boarding Stable, TLC for your horse, box stalls and paddocks, clean pastures, indoor and outdoor arenas, riding instruction and training program. Dressage our speciatly. (501) 988-2458.
PETS
TWO YEAR old female, mixed breed, good with kids, shots up to date, 35 lbs. Free to a good home. Tammy 983-8740.
FREE TO home w/ big yard: 1 yr old, male Aussie-shephard. 100% house broken, neutered, shots current, and fantastic with kids. Call 542-4018.
ADORABLE GREY tabbies, 6 weeks old, free to a good home, 501-551-7510
THREE ADORABLE doll-faced black & white female Shih-Tzu puppies. $325. Registered, shots, and gift bag included. Jacksonville area. Call 850-374-1719 or 850-543-8776 & ask for Tisa or Will.
GERMAN SHEPHERD Puppies, $500, 1 male, female, AKC registered, parents from Germany, 1st set of shots complete. Available June 4th. 501-366-6239 or 501-542-4504.
FURNITURE
COUCH WITH recliners on each end, coffee table, 2 end tables $175.00. Kitchen table with glass tabletop and 4 rolling chairs $125.00. All in very good condition. Call 501-843-5501.
SECTIONAL - 6 months old $650; black teak wood dining table w/ six chairs & 2 leaves $450. All less than 1 yr old. Call 501-796-3898.
GLASS AND metal 4 seat table w/ no chairs. $125. 501-256-6610. Whirlpool oven, electric $150. 501-256-6610.
BEAUTIFUL QUEEN size sleeper Sofa w/ 2 oak end tables $130 Wonderful glass top table, iron frame two stools $90 Glass top coffee table iron frame $90. 985-9866 or 944-9585.
FOR SALE: Suede Couch and matching Chaise Lounge. Excellent condition. Light brown. $350. Call 501-412-0063.
Queen Bedroom Set Furniture for Sale. Lexington "European Tradition" Collection. Beige Color. Very Elegant. $2,000. Call 952-3693.
ENTERTAINMENT CENTER for big screen- paid $2500, asking $800. Patio Furniture -paid over $1000, asking $500. Email txdarlyn@classicnet.net or 247-1830
BLACK METAL full/twin bunkbed. Upgraded twin mattress. $250 obo. 835-6419 or 247-0893.
BLUE LEATHER couch and oversize chair $300 obo, venus tv $20, white pantry cabinet $20, 1 free couch. 501-240-6196
QUEEN BOXSPRING and mattress $20.00. Portable firepit some rust $20.00. Call 501-952-2604.
COUCH WITH recliners on each end, coffee table, 2 end tables $175.00. Kitchen table with glass tabletop and 4 rolling chairs $125.00. All in very good condition. Call 501-843-5501.
WHITE METAL daybed/mattress, white wicker gueen bed/mattess, dresser, vanity, rocker 601-416-8300
BLACK METAL full twin bunk beds $250 obo. 835-6419 or 247-0893.
BROWN SUEDE couch $100, Refrigerator, white, 1 yr. old, barely used $300. Call Jeremy at (505) 693-0620.
IKEA SOFA BED: Sofa skin is Tan, can change skins and washable. Storage footstool incl. $300 501-993-4835
WANTED
WANTED: carpool from Beebe to SWLR, M-F, wkng hours of 8-5. Please email ljcarpool@gmail.com or call (501) 554-4233.
COLLECTOR buying older board war games, 1970's-80's. Avalon Hill, SPI, GDW...etc. Call 501-454-8762
ITEMS FOR SALE
PANASONIC LUMIX FZ30 8 MP SLR-like digital camera and 1gig, 512 & 64 SD cards $400.00 obo. 501-773-4484
PEARL 5 piece drum set includes mesh heads and cymbal mufflers for silent practice $400. Roland KC-550 keyboard amp $600. 501-908-9561.
JOE ROCKET Rio black mesh jacket. 2X never worn. Removable armor. Velcro waist/wrists. Snap forearms. 2 zippered outside pockets $75. Chris 259-6139.
PORTABLE DISHWASHER, like new $200 - Infinity SM155 speakers; $100 ea. - microwave ovens; $20 ea. - Baby einstien exersaucer; $40 -baby/women's clothes; $1 ea. - 12spd mtn bike $50 - Oak T.V tray set ; $40 ALL Excel. Cond. Call 501-983-4932
SCHWIN RECUMBENT bike $100. Fit one skier $20. Other items for sale this weekend. 1345 Mountain Springs Rd., Cabot. Can deliver.
JOGGING STROLLER and more for sale. In-step jogging stroller, several area rugs and a children's sports comforter set w/ lamp. Contact AFYardSale@gmail.com or 501-983-9315.
27" G.E. T.V. $125.00/Eddie Bauer Double Stroller $75.00. 256 Mb iRiver MP3 Player w/case $50.00. 988-4464.
White GE built in dishwasher - works good- $130 obo. Record player & am/fm dual cassette stereo & 2 speakers - works gd. $20 obo. Please call 843-0919 for more info.
(2) medium size light mauve colored lamps for sale $15/ea or 2/ $20. Shark upright bagless vacuum w/ hepa filter - works - $300+ new/ $45 obo. NEW tupperware - too much too list. 7 1/2 ft. Blue Spruce pine Christmas tree w/ stand- used only one time- $60 obo. Please call 843-0919 for more info.
FREE - beige pile carpet and padding, approximately 1000' sq ft, please call 941-2127 or 987-1356
PEARL 5 piece drum set includes mesh heads and cymbal mufflers for silent practice perfect condition $300. Roland KC-550 keyboard amp brand new $500. 501-908-9561
WASHBURN Seven String Electric Guitar, Perfect Condition, Sounds and feels amazing!, includes case, $500, OBO. Call 240-8650.
PING ZING 2 irons, 3-pw all matching serial numbers in excellent shape $285. Call 501 960-4791.
MICROWAVE $35; Floor Lamp $12; Crib/Toddler Bedding set - Lavender/White gingham $55; Leapfrog word-whammer fridge phonics + lowercase $15. 983-0037.
HITACHI 57" WIDE-SCREEN TV Premium built in sound system, Picture in Picture, HDTV ready, great condition, like new. Lots of features. $1,100 call 501-542-4367.
JOGGING STROLLER and more forsale. Instep Jogging Stroller, Several Area Rugs, and a Children's Sports Comforter Set w/ Lamp and Window Valances. Contact: afyardsale@gmail.com or 501-983-9315.
SONY 32" Flat Screen FD Trinitron WEGA TV. Model #:KV-32FV300. $250. Email txdarlyn@classicnet.net or call 247-1830. Better hurry!
LA-Z-BOY sofa and couch, excellent condition. Brown w/tan floral print. Must see, $550 OBO. Call 501-650-1737
AUTOS/ACCESSORIES
2000 CHEVY Silverado, 4 door, extended cab, bed liner, bed canvas cover,wheel trim, bug guard, cd player, white exterior w/ grey interior, $12000 obo. 982-9018 after 6 pm.
2004 HYUNDAI Tiburon, excellent gas mileage, 5 speed, sunroof & more. Pics available for email. Asking $12,500 or assume loan. Contact 416-3021.
1987 LINCOLN Mark VII, Runs Great, new transmission, newly rebuilt motor, $1400 OBO. 815-549-5690 or 501-987-3576. Ask for Hank.
2002 SILVER Hyundai Accent GL Auto 4-Dr. $4550.00 or reasonable offer Priced below KBB Fair Market Value 78,000k miles 33-36MPH James 501-658-5362.
2004 FORD Mustang Convertible, 40th Anniversary Edition V6 Engine, 32K miles, Red w/tan top. Extended warranty w/no deductible-good till 125k miles. $14,500 firm. 843-6011
1989 CHEVY K5 FWD Blazer many extra's big tires $5000.00 obo. Call 501-796-6301 or 501-650-5112.
2003 HONDA RC51 (sportbike). Awesome condition. Yosh stainless pipes. New rear tire. 4700 miles. $5700 OBO. Email for questions or pic...Caryhg@aol.com
1997 SATURN, 4 door. Good condition. New tires, AC, $2,000 firm. Great gas mileage. 501-944-4155.
1998 CHEVROLET Corvette, 116K miles, 1 owner. Excellently maintained, $16,000 for more information. Call 773-4653.
FOR SALE- 2 JL Audio 12"W3V2-D4, Pro Box enclosure hatchback style, and 1000 watt Sony Xplod amp $400 o.b.o. 217-827-1915
2005 Black, Cadillac CTS, Wood grain, 40K miles, leather interior, great car, $20K- can't beat the price. Call 247-8130.
2005 Honda CRF 250X. Street legal with 225 miles. Excellent condition looks almost new. Spare set of used street legal tires. title in hand Consider trade for 4X4 4 wheeler. $4200. Call Dan at 501-554-1483.
JOHN DEER LT160 series Riding Lawn Mower, used ONLY 95 hours, perfect MX history, 1 guide wheel removed, $1,900, OBO. Call 240-8650
MOBILE SCOUT 1995 27ft 5th Wheel lite aluminum frame, with slide out and rear hitch. $9,500. Jacksonville 501-951-0018.
MITSUBISHI 2001 Eclipse Spyder GT Convertible, Pearl white w/black leather, Only 62k original miles! $10,800 OBO, Call Mike or Chris @ 501-676-1343 or 987-7896.
1995 SATURN 4 DOOR, GOLD, GOOD CONDITION, AC, RUNS GOOD, ONLY 78,000 MILES $1,300. CALL 626-5561/5579
2005 SUN TRACKER, Party barge like new, 24ft, 90hpw mercury motor, changing room, sink and trailer. Lots of extras. Asking 18,500 OBO. Call 605-1984.
2003 NISSAN Maxima SE, 55k miles, A/C, cd, moon roof, all power, great on gas, excellent condition, $14,500. 501-442-1858
1979 SILVER Lincoln Continental Town car, 76k miles, great cond., single owner, $4,000. Please call 993-3093 or 993-1167.
2005 DODGE Dakota, extended cab, 4x4, V8, manual transmission, 18,600 miles. $16,500 obo. 983-0175
ROLL BAR fits 03', 04', Dodge Dakota $75. Call Jeremy at (505) 693-0620.
2000 GMC pick-up. 95000 miles. Heat and A/C. CD Player/Stereo. Runs good. $6000. Call 501-658-3709.
LEER TRUCK Topper for 2006 Toyota Tacoma, 6' bed. Desert Sand Mica, mounts included. Less than one year old. Paid $1000, make an offer. Call Mike at 749-6707.
JEEP 2002 Grand Cherokee, green, 4WD, V8, 1 owner, 104k mi., exc. cond., $9,250 obo. 501-230-4175 Cabot.
ENGINE puller $100 o.b.o. 20" lawn mower $50. Call 501-766-4025.
2000 MUSTANG GT Garage kept, 4.6, 5spd, Pw, Ps, PL, mach 460 sound system, leather int., tinted windows, new tires, new cluthch 73K miles, 11,000. Contact Donald (501)920-2662
2005 YAMAHA Roadstar; b/w; Vance & Hines exhaust; spoke rims; whitewalls; passenger seat/backrest; 17 1/2 windshield; chrome. Immaculate: $10,600 351-5425.
RECREATIONAL VEHICLES
2001 BLUE and chrome Yamaha R1, over $3k miles of aftermarket stuff on $4900 obo. Helmet and jacket included. 603-557-4434.
2005 SUN Tracker, Party barge like new, 24ft, 90hpw mercury motor, changing room, sink and trailer. Lots of extras. Asking 18,500 OBO Call 605-1984.
1987 15-FOOT Challenger ski/fish boat with trailer and news tires. Trolling motor, fish finder, fishing seats, life jackets, skis, ropes, anchor, everything....75HP Johnson outboard motor. Runs great, low hours. $3,800.00 OBO. 501-834-6160.
ATV: 2004 Kawasaki 80 - Excellent Condition, $1,500. Call: (501) 259-1443.
A.R.E. TW series GMC/Chev camper shell, shortbed, 3 sliding glass windows. Large rear door, $700. 501-941-0542.
1987 15-FOOT Challenger ski/fish boat with trailer and news tires. Trolling motor, fish finder, fishing seats, life jackets, skis, ropes, anchor, everything....75HP Johnson outboard motor. Runs great, low hours. $3,800.00 OBO. 501-834-6160.
2003 KAWASAKI Z1000, 953CC, ONLY 2800 miles, PERFECT CONDITION!, See on lemon lot, includes front/rear MX stands, $6200 OBO! Call 240-8650.
2005 SUN tracker, Party barge like new, 24ft, 90hpw mercury motor, changing room, sink and trailer. Lots of extras. Asking 18,500 OBO. Call 605-1984.
FAST FISH and ski boat for sale; 1987 Challenger tri-hull 75HP Johnson with all life jackets, skis, seats, brand new fish finder, etc... very low hours, just serviced. $3500 OBO. 501-834-6160.
YAMAHA grizzly 660 2005 excellent cond. auto, diff. lock, hi-lo, mud tires. Asking $4800 obo.
LOTS & ACREAGE
THREE BEDROOM homes for rent starting at $700. Call Century 21 Real Estate Unlimited at 501-843-4473 for more details.
HOUSES FOR RENT
FOR RENT: New Apartments (4-plex) available now. 2 BD/ 1 BA and 3 BD/ 1.5 BA. Hud approved. Call Century 21 Real Estate Unlimited at 501-843-4473.
A GREAT home sitting on 1 acre. Formal dining room and office. Rent $950 with a $950 deposit. Call 413-1222.
FOR RENT: 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Mobile Home on 5 acres in Cabot. Close to LRAFB. Excellent condition. $525 mo. 988-0006.
CABOT DOUBLEWIDE. Like new! Large 3 bedroom, 2 Bath on 1.5 acres, 2 car garage, screened porch. Too much to mention!! $735 month & deposit. No Pets. Call (501) 605-7200.
TWO BEDROOM, 1 Bath duplex. Newly remodeled, Great location in Cabot. $450. (501) 605-7200
VILONIA- QUAIL Hollow, 13 Kimberly- 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1900 sq. ft. gas fireplace, appliances, 12x20 storage with electricity, covered patio, fence. $1,150 monthly, $1,000 deposit. Available June 15th (501) 796-4618.
3 AND 4 BR Homes for Lease in Cabot. The Blackwood Team Realtors. 501-843-0780.
NEW HOMES for rent/lease or sale in Cabot area. 3 BR/ 2 BA, 1700-2400 sq. ft. Call 425-4962 for more info.
THREE BEDROOM, 2 1/2 bath, 3 year old up scale home. Office & bonus room, on 3 acres in Lonoke county. $1,100 plus $600 deposit. Long-term lease preferred. Number of occupants negotiable. Option to buy. References plus $20 nonrefundable application fee required. Available now 982-8749.
LEASE WITH option to buy. Brand new 3 Bedroom 2 Bath, 1361 sq. ft. lots of extras. Presently available in Withering Heights subdivision. Austin. $900 per month. Call Jim Coy (501) 843-0519.
FOR RENT: Extra nice 3 Bedroom 2 Bath 1800 sq. ft. home plus 2 car garage. Approximately 7 miles from Air Base. Sits secluded on 2 1/2 acres, lots of privacy. Call (501) 425-2008.
TWO Bedroom House- Central Heat & Air, all electric, ceiling fans, stove & refrigerator. Chain link fenced yard, storage building. Country living with private drive but 5 minutes to back gate - $400 month + deposit. (501) 837-0264, (501) 988-5586.
THREE BEDROOM 1 Bath, Central Heat & Air, stove & refrigerator, washer & dryer connections, hardwood floors, carport. Quiet area. 3 miles from front gate. No Pets. $600 month + $400 deposit. 985-5030
HOUSES FOR SALE
SHERWOOD - 5 minutes to Base - 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath House for Sale - 1858 Sq. Ft. Brick/Wood siding, recently remodeled, beautiful landscaping, 2 car garage. ***Washer, Dryer & refrigerator Included!! Many Amenities!!*** $165,000. (501) 838-4422, (501) 944-8558.
I SAVED $53,500 on my Mortgage! do you OWN your own home? You can build home equity FAST. Call for your FREE Mortgage analysis! (501) 247-8215.
"HONEY, I Shrunk the Mortgage!" Save Thousands, take years off your current mortgage without refinancing. Call for your FREE Mortgage Check-up! (501) 247-8215.
VILONIA- 44 Blair. 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 2 car garage, 1600 sq. ft., 2 years old, covered patio fence, $129,900. Help with your closing cost. (501) 796-4618
COUNTRY LIVING, north of LRAFB. 3 Bedroom 2 Bath, new paint & carpet, full basement, barn, out building, fruit trees, approximately 2 acres, great view overlooking Bayou Meto Creek. $180,000. (501) 681-7697
SPORTS>>05_18_07
New Greens golf tournament June 1
The 314th Services Booster club is hosting a golf tournament on June 1 at the Deer run golf course on base with the new greens. Entry is $140 per team (4 people per team) and includes green fees, cart, lunch and prizes. Registration and lunch will start at 11 a.m. and tee off will be at 1 p.m. deadline for sign-up is May 28. For more information or to register please call Tech. Sgt Anthony Brown at 772-7417 or Staff Sgt Amy Peterson at 247-2449
AGFC offering Resident 65-Plus Lifetime License
Arkansas residents older than 65 years old qualify for “lifetime” hunting and fishing licenses. Hunt and Fish licenses are $35.50; fishing only lifetime licenses are $10.50; hunting only lifetime licenses are $25; lifetime trout privilege licenses are $5 and lifetime waterfowl privileges are $7 each. Federal duck stamps and HIP registration are not included. To qualify, the applicant must provide proof of age and proof that they have been an Arkansas resident for the past three years.
Contact Mr. James Popham at 987-3681 for more information.
The 314th Services Booster club is hosting a golf tournament on June 1 at the Deer run golf course on base with the new greens. Entry is $140 per team (4 people per team) and includes green fees, cart, lunch and prizes. Registration and lunch will start at 11 a.m. and tee off will be at 1 p.m. deadline for sign-up is May 28. For more information or to register please call Tech. Sgt Anthony Brown at 772-7417 or Staff Sgt Amy Peterson at 247-2449
AGFC offering Resident 65-Plus Lifetime License
Arkansas residents older than 65 years old qualify for “lifetime” hunting and fishing licenses. Hunt and Fish licenses are $35.50; fishing only lifetime licenses are $10.50; hunting only lifetime licenses are $25; lifetime trout privilege licenses are $5 and lifetime waterfowl privileges are $7 each. Federal duck stamps and HIP registration are not included. To qualify, the applicant must provide proof of age and proof that they have been an Arkansas resident for the past three years.
Contact Mr. James Popham at 987-3681 for more information.
OFF DUTY LIFE >>05-18-07
Steak cook-offs Saturday
19th Annual Magnolia Blossom Festival and World Championship Steak Cook-Off runs through Saturday at the downtown square in Magnolia. Enjoy the annual juried sidewalk art show and sale, 5K run, arts and crafts, fishing tournament, antique car show, motorcycle show, food vendors, carnival, gospel singing, parade of steak cookers, dog show, live local entertainment, professional entertainment and world championship steak cook-off. Admission is free, except for the steak dinner. For more information visit blossomfestival.org.
Annual event for pets set
The 8th Annual Paws on the Pavement is Saturday at Murray Park in Little Rock. The 5K run kicks off at 8 a.m. and the one-mile run/walk begins at 9:30 a.m. Pets are welcome to participate with their owners in the one-mile fun run/walk. Admission is free to spectators. For more information visit www.careforanimals.org.
Mudbug Madness in Pine Bluff
MudBug Madness Crawfish Festival is Saturday at Pine Bluff Regional Park. There will be a carnival, live music and crawfish boil. Admission is free. For more information visit http://smokeonthewaterbbq.com.
Bubble Man peforms
The Science of Bubbles performance by Bubble Man is Saturday at the Arkansas Arts and Science Center in Pine Bluff.
Tom Noddy, the Bubbly Guy, who makes good, clean and, yes, educational fun with his amazing show, Bubble Magic. Engaging children in science and math can be a challenge, but Bubble Magic make many of these concepts — from angles and shapes to nature and physics — fun not only to children but to adults as well. Admission is $25 non members/$20 members. For more information visit www.artssciencecenter.org.
Greek Food Festival this weekend in Little Rock
The 23rd Annual Greek Food Festival runs through Sunday at Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church at Little Rock. There will be a medley of Greek and Middle Eastern cuisines, a limited drive-thru and rides.
The Indoor Old World Market offers exceptional imports, artwork, pastries and coffee bar. There will also be guided church tours, live entertainment, including costumed dancers from the Greek-American Folkdance Society and more. Admission is free. Hours are 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. today and Saturday and noon to 6 p.m. Sunday. For more information visit www.greekfoodfest.com.
First film festival runs through Sunday
Little Rock Film Festival runs through Sunday at Historic Arkansas Museum, 200 East Third St., in Little Rock. The Historic Arkansas Museum is the sponsor of the first Little Rock Film Festival. The museum is one of several downtown locations that will screen independent films, both narrative and documentary, from around the world. Admission is free. For more information visit www.historicarkansas.com.
19th Annual Magnolia Blossom Festival and World Championship Steak Cook-Off runs through Saturday at the downtown square in Magnolia. Enjoy the annual juried sidewalk art show and sale, 5K run, arts and crafts, fishing tournament, antique car show, motorcycle show, food vendors, carnival, gospel singing, parade of steak cookers, dog show, live local entertainment, professional entertainment and world championship steak cook-off. Admission is free, except for the steak dinner. For more information visit blossomfestival.org.
Annual event for pets set
The 8th Annual Paws on the Pavement is Saturday at Murray Park in Little Rock. The 5K run kicks off at 8 a.m. and the one-mile run/walk begins at 9:30 a.m. Pets are welcome to participate with their owners in the one-mile fun run/walk. Admission is free to spectators. For more information visit www.careforanimals.org.
Mudbug Madness in Pine Bluff
MudBug Madness Crawfish Festival is Saturday at Pine Bluff Regional Park. There will be a carnival, live music and crawfish boil. Admission is free. For more information visit http://smokeonthewaterbbq.com.
Bubble Man peforms
The Science of Bubbles performance by Bubble Man is Saturday at the Arkansas Arts and Science Center in Pine Bluff.
Tom Noddy, the Bubbly Guy, who makes good, clean and, yes, educational fun with his amazing show, Bubble Magic. Engaging children in science and math can be a challenge, but Bubble Magic make many of these concepts — from angles and shapes to nature and physics — fun not only to children but to adults as well. Admission is $25 non members/$20 members. For more information visit www.artssciencecenter.org.
Greek Food Festival this weekend in Little Rock
The 23rd Annual Greek Food Festival runs through Sunday at Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church at Little Rock. There will be a medley of Greek and Middle Eastern cuisines, a limited drive-thru and rides.
The Indoor Old World Market offers exceptional imports, artwork, pastries and coffee bar. There will also be guided church tours, live entertainment, including costumed dancers from the Greek-American Folkdance Society and more. Admission is free. Hours are 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. today and Saturday and noon to 6 p.m. Sunday. For more information visit www.greekfoodfest.com.
First film festival runs through Sunday
Little Rock Film Festival runs through Sunday at Historic Arkansas Museum, 200 East Third St., in Little Rock. The Historic Arkansas Museum is the sponsor of the first Little Rock Film Festival. The museum is one of several downtown locations that will screen independent films, both narrative and documentary, from around the world. Admission is free. For more information visit www.historicarkansas.com.
COMMENTARY>>Aerial porters and logistics readiness Airmen team up to save lives in Iraq
By Chaplain (Capt.) Dave DePinho
332nd Air Expeditionary Wing
BALAD AIR BASE and CONTINGENCY OPERATING BASE SPEICHER, Iraq — As the chaplain to the 732nd Air Expeditionary Group, it’s my job to visit to the Air Force “In Lieu Of “ (ILO) Airmen serving in Army positions around Iraq. Along the way, I visit other Airmen including the heroes of the 332nd Expeditionary Logistics Readiness Squadron Aerial Port Detachments. These men and women load and unload cargo on aircraft.
Their efforts ensure thousands of tons of cargo reach the fighters at the end of the line who depend on those supplies of “Beans, Bullets & Band-Aids.” They are some of the many unsung heroes of Operation Iraqi Freedom.
During my tour which began in January 2007, I visited the Aerial Port at Contingency Operating Base Speicher in northern Iraq, or “COB Speicher” as it is known. Their commander, Maj. Scott Belanger, is an incredible leader who has built a solid team under spartan conditions. Working a relentless 24/7 operation, he has interfaced with his Army counterparts at COB Speicher to significantly reduce the number of convoys on the ground where IED attacks have claimed so many lives.
The term “convoy mitigation” was coined to describe efforts at the highest levels to decrease convoy exposure to IEDs. Rather than put certain supplies on trucks, these supplies such as food, replacement parts and other items are prepared for air shipment and put on airlift.
This decreases the number of service members and contract drivers in harm’s way. This method of transport has become a success story that is seldom told. Major Belanger has captured the spirit of this effort and expanded it.
He has done this by educating Army leaders at COB Speicher concerning the Air Force’s considerable airlift capacity when empty aircraft leave after depositing their supplies. Now when the 732nd Expeditionary Logistics Readiness Squadron, Det 1 Retrograde Property Action Team or “RPAT” as it is called, has vehicles to process to another base or out of Iraq completely, the Air Force is there to do much of the heavy lifting. My thanks and gratitude goes out to the Aerial Port at COB Speicher for pushing for this additional mission. They are motivated only by a desire to see more of our men and women safely reach home.
Major Belanger and his people are heroes who should be thanked.
The story doesn’t end there. The mission of the RPAT at Speicher is an ILO position. In other words, this Army mission is manned by Airmen.
That’s how I was made aware of this wonderful and noble cooperation which brings so much additional labor (a labor of love) to the Aerial Port. The previous RPAT officer in charge, Lieutenant Rousche, who had knowledge of the Air Force’s capabilities, was the start of this cooperation. He brought the idea to Major Belanger who doggedly pursued it with the Army until it became a reality. The work continues under the new RPAT team lead by Capt. John Foley.
Fast forward to my visit in April to Al Taqaddum. The same conditions exist at this Marine base as exists at COB Speicher. They are working hard at convoy mitigation. Al Taqadum also has an Air Force manned RPAT team led by one very sharp Capt. John Weeks, who just arrived there in early April, and a top-notch Aerial Port under the capable leadership of Maj. Steve Henske.
Knowing both of them and their desire to go above and beyond for the men and women in the field, I assumed the same arrangement was already underway there, too. So when I visited with the RPAT team, I asked if they had been shipping vehicles out by air as at COB Speicher. As they had only just begun their mission there, they didn’t know it could be done, but were excited about the possibilities. By the end of the day, Captain Weeks had contacted Major Henske and a mission was born!
Major Henske was quick to sign on. In fact, his forward thinking and willingness to do whatever it takes to help our forces in Iraq had previously led him to travel to Fallujah where he interfaced with Marine commanders and educated them concerning the Air Force’s considerable lift capabilities to move men and machine in the relative safety of the skies rather than expose more men and women to the roads where IEDs threaten them.
It has been my privilege to witness these sorts of heroic and selfless actions on the part of our Air Force men and women throughout Iraq.
Their efforts translate into more men and women returning home safely. It is humbling to minister to them. We all know about the Air Force fighters and bombers and those who pilot them. We know about their tremendous contributions and that they are all heroes. However, I have met and talked with men and women who never leave the ground, who load airplanes, process supplies and the pilots of cargo planes who work and fly throughout Iraq.
As a result the word “hero” has come to mean more.A hero isn’t just the guy or gal who faces bullets and death. A hero is also the man or woman who fights fatigue and pressures of crucial coordination. A hero works a relentless 24/7 operation without a break for months on end.
A hero is the Airman who responds to the challenge of a commander with a “Yes, sir, we can make it happen,” when he is already tasked up to his eyeballs because he knows he will save lives doing it.
Integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do, are the Core Values that define our Airmen even when fatigue and hardship make living them a real test of character.
These folks have been tested and have proven themselves up to the job! So when you or a loved one return home, don’t forget to thank the heroes behind the scenes, those “other” men and women of the U.S. Air Force.
332nd Air Expeditionary Wing
BALAD AIR BASE and CONTINGENCY OPERATING BASE SPEICHER, Iraq — As the chaplain to the 732nd Air Expeditionary Group, it’s my job to visit to the Air Force “In Lieu Of “ (ILO) Airmen serving in Army positions around Iraq. Along the way, I visit other Airmen including the heroes of the 332nd Expeditionary Logistics Readiness Squadron Aerial Port Detachments. These men and women load and unload cargo on aircraft.
Their efforts ensure thousands of tons of cargo reach the fighters at the end of the line who depend on those supplies of “Beans, Bullets & Band-Aids.” They are some of the many unsung heroes of Operation Iraqi Freedom.
During my tour which began in January 2007, I visited the Aerial Port at Contingency Operating Base Speicher in northern Iraq, or “COB Speicher” as it is known. Their commander, Maj. Scott Belanger, is an incredible leader who has built a solid team under spartan conditions. Working a relentless 24/7 operation, he has interfaced with his Army counterparts at COB Speicher to significantly reduce the number of convoys on the ground where IED attacks have claimed so many lives.
The term “convoy mitigation” was coined to describe efforts at the highest levels to decrease convoy exposure to IEDs. Rather than put certain supplies on trucks, these supplies such as food, replacement parts and other items are prepared for air shipment and put on airlift.
This decreases the number of service members and contract drivers in harm’s way. This method of transport has become a success story that is seldom told. Major Belanger has captured the spirit of this effort and expanded it.
He has done this by educating Army leaders at COB Speicher concerning the Air Force’s considerable airlift capacity when empty aircraft leave after depositing their supplies. Now when the 732nd Expeditionary Logistics Readiness Squadron, Det 1 Retrograde Property Action Team or “RPAT” as it is called, has vehicles to process to another base or out of Iraq completely, the Air Force is there to do much of the heavy lifting. My thanks and gratitude goes out to the Aerial Port at COB Speicher for pushing for this additional mission. They are motivated only by a desire to see more of our men and women safely reach home.
Major Belanger and his people are heroes who should be thanked.
The story doesn’t end there. The mission of the RPAT at Speicher is an ILO position. In other words, this Army mission is manned by Airmen.
That’s how I was made aware of this wonderful and noble cooperation which brings so much additional labor (a labor of love) to the Aerial Port. The previous RPAT officer in charge, Lieutenant Rousche, who had knowledge of the Air Force’s capabilities, was the start of this cooperation. He brought the idea to Major Belanger who doggedly pursued it with the Army until it became a reality. The work continues under the new RPAT team lead by Capt. John Foley.
Fast forward to my visit in April to Al Taqaddum. The same conditions exist at this Marine base as exists at COB Speicher. They are working hard at convoy mitigation. Al Taqadum also has an Air Force manned RPAT team led by one very sharp Capt. John Weeks, who just arrived there in early April, and a top-notch Aerial Port under the capable leadership of Maj. Steve Henske.
Knowing both of them and their desire to go above and beyond for the men and women in the field, I assumed the same arrangement was already underway there, too. So when I visited with the RPAT team, I asked if they had been shipping vehicles out by air as at COB Speicher. As they had only just begun their mission there, they didn’t know it could be done, but were excited about the possibilities. By the end of the day, Captain Weeks had contacted Major Henske and a mission was born!
Major Henske was quick to sign on. In fact, his forward thinking and willingness to do whatever it takes to help our forces in Iraq had previously led him to travel to Fallujah where he interfaced with Marine commanders and educated them concerning the Air Force’s considerable lift capabilities to move men and machine in the relative safety of the skies rather than expose more men and women to the roads where IEDs threaten them.
It has been my privilege to witness these sorts of heroic and selfless actions on the part of our Air Force men and women throughout Iraq.
Their efforts translate into more men and women returning home safely. It is humbling to minister to them. We all know about the Air Force fighters and bombers and those who pilot them. We know about their tremendous contributions and that they are all heroes. However, I have met and talked with men and women who never leave the ground, who load airplanes, process supplies and the pilots of cargo planes who work and fly throughout Iraq.
As a result the word “hero” has come to mean more.A hero isn’t just the guy or gal who faces bullets and death. A hero is also the man or woman who fights fatigue and pressures of crucial coordination. A hero works a relentless 24/7 operation without a break for months on end.
A hero is the Airman who responds to the challenge of a commander with a “Yes, sir, we can make it happen,” when he is already tasked up to his eyeballs because he knows he will save lives doing it.
Integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do, are the Core Values that define our Airmen even when fatigue and hardship make living them a real test of character.
These folks have been tested and have proven themselves up to the job! So when you or a loved one return home, don’t forget to thank the heroes behind the scenes, those “other” men and women of the U.S. Air Force.
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