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  • Joined: December 14, 2022
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CHARLES SIDNEY EAST

Charles Sidney East, 67, of Harrison, Ark., passed away at North Arkansas Regional Medical Center on December 15, 2024. He was born on January 3, 1957, in De Queen, Ark. Diamond State Cremation is in charge of the

TERESA LOUISE BELK

Teresa Louise Belk, 64, of Midway, Ark., passed away December 12, 2024, in Mountain Home, Ark. Diamond State Cremation is in charge of the arrangements.

Families can create their own Advent calendars

Advent is observed in most Christian denominations as a time of preparation for the celebration of the birth of Christ at Christmas as well as the return of Jesus at the Second Coming. On the liturgical calendar, Advent falls between Thanksgiving and Christmas, and begins roughly four weeks prior to December 25 each year. Although the Bible doesn’t say anything about observing the tradition of Advent, it has existed within the Christian church for centuries. Key symbols of Advent include lighting the Advent wreath at Mass each Sunday and counting down to Christmas with an Advent calendar.

St. Joe News

Since the weather is so cold and dreary outside, I’ve been cleaning out shelves in the kitchen for out-of-date items. Need to stay more diligent about that. And cleaning out closets. I’ve got a rav full of stuff for Reworks at Marshall when I get the time to go over there. I don’t donate to several “non-profits” because the CEOs make more money than the president. Be sure to watch out for that kind of scam.

Ask the Professionals

My daughter has done very well for herself, but my son is struggling. I would like to leave all my property to my son. But I’m proud of my daughter too, and I don’t want to disinherit her. What should I do?