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I said in last week’s column that I would write about the fourth venomous snake in the Ozarks, and I will. That snake is the hognosed snake, or spreading adder, as it is also known. Yes, it has fangs and venom, but cannot bite humans. Read about it next week!

Shade trees foster cooler temperatures underneath their leafy boughs, and that can translate to lower utility bills for homeowners, said Jim Robbins, extension horticulture specialist-ornamentals with the University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture. “Shade trees that are properly located on your property can cut summer utility bills by 20 percent or more,” he said.

Norman Alcorn was born in these Ozark hills June 12, 1921. He didn’t hesitate in speaking his mind on the issue. “Why, when it comes to workin’ a garden, I would rather have a Jenny than seven horses.” Although I had heard such before, he explained his reasoning in convincing detail.

Rent the American Legion “Hut” for any occasion. For prices and scheduling, call John Laubenstein at 209-598-7271 .

is open Wednesdays and Friday from 9 – 11 a.m. We are open ever Saturday 9 – 10 a.m.

Many seniors could be receiving food assistance. If you live in Marion County, come to the Yellville Area Food Closet from 8:30 a.m.-noon on Thursdays and check your eligibility.

Earn your GED! Free classes are 9 a.m. – 7 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday and 9 a.m.

The Calico Rock Lions club will once again bring the community and surrounding area their annual Fourth of July Rayvon Cantrell Fireworks Extravaganza on Monday (July 3) evening, at dusk in Earl King Park off state highway 56 in Calico Rock. The event never fails to entertain all those who attend, young and old alike.