Faulkner Lifestyle Magazine~June/July 2019 issue

june/july 2019 

Summertime Living 

Summer Suppers 

Simple Strawberry Shortcake 

A Wedding in the Park 

Poolside Backyard Retreat 

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INSIDE: Men of Distinction 

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ON THE COVER 6 

A WEDDING IN THE PARK 

FEATURE 12 

ACADEMICS 

PROFILES 15 

MEN OF DISTINCTION 

PET CARE 37 

7 SUMMER SAFETY TIPS FOR PETS 

GOOD TASTE 38 

SUMMER SUPPER AND 

SIMPLE STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE 

AT HOME 44 

UPDATES ACTUALLY 

AT HOME 48 

POOLSIDE RETREAT 

THE LOOK 54 

FATHER’S DAY GIFT IDEAS 

RETAIL SPOTLIGHT 58 

JERRELL’S POOLS 

SPOTLIGHT 61 

DENISE PERRY, REALTOR 

BEAUTY 63 

WHAT IS MICRONEEDLING? 

TRUTH ON THE GO 64 

ARE YOU DETERMINED? 

THE ARTS 67 

AST ENRICHMENT INSTITUTE 

DENTAL 69 

CHILDRENS’ MODERN ORTHODONTICS 

SCENE | HEARD 70 

THE SCENE IN FAULKNER COUNTY 

UCA OUTREACH CALENDAR 75 

SUMMER CAMPS 

OUR FAULKNER FAM 76 

THE SPRADLIN FAMILY 

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on the cover 

A Wedding in the Park 

Kim has family in Denmark, and she and Aaron 

were introduced to the concept of ”hygge“ 

through that connection. The term describes a 

sense of coziness, warmth, and togetherness. 

“ 

We visited Denmark with my whole family a 

few years ago and fell in love with hygge and 

with being happy with everything you have. 

” 

—Kim Lane 

BY JENNIFER STANLEY 

PHOTOS BY KATI MALLORY PHOTO & DESIGN 

The wedding of Kim Lane and Aaron 

Duvall eschewed the overformal 

in favor of simplicity. It was, in a 

word, refreshing. The Conway residents 

extended their own back yard, which 

adjoins the Tucker Creek Trail, onto the 

open greenspace behind their back fence. 

This created an expanse in which they, 

along with beloved friends and family, 

could celebrate the night away. 

Aaron, a Morrilton native, is a teacher 

and basketball coach at Morrilton 

High School. Kim serves as CEO of the 

Conductor, a public-private partnership 


with the University of Central Arkansas, 

and Startup Junkie, which provides 

entrepreneurial support through 

consulting, mentorship, access to capital, 

and maker training in a free-of-charge 

Makerspace. She also founded Kim 

Lane Co., through which she provides 

thought leadership as a consultant for 

Facebook, Inc. and serves as regional 

representative for the Kauffman Foundation, 

managing 30-plus chapters of an 

entrepreneurial program in a five-state 

region. A senior advisor for the Global 

Entrepreneurship Network, she served as 

U.S. delegate to the Global Entrepreneurship 

Congresses in Johannesburg, South 

Africa (2017); Istanbul, Turkey (2018); 

and Manama, Bahrain (2019). 

Their courtship was not of the 

whirlwind variety. “We met in school 

and bonded over our mutual love for 

poetry and literature,” says Kim. The 

couple dated for eight years. “We knew 

we would marry someday. There was 

something special about our bond, and 

it continued to grow,” says Aaron. Kim’s 

family is incredibly close and often 

spends Saturdays together. “I always said 

I only wanted to date a person if I was 

excited about spending Saturdays with 

them. That was sort of the ‘litmus test.’ 

If I genuinely wanted to bring them into 

my life and family time...When I wanted 

to spend Saturdays with Aaron, I knew 

he was the one,” she says. 

The Proposal 

Avid campers, Aaron incorporated their 

love of the outdoors into the proposal. 

One evening while Kim was away, 

Aaron took her parents to dinner. “He 

had a big plan to ask for their blessing 

to marry me. Little did he know, my 

parents planned to tell him that night 

he needed to propose! My Mom said 

there was a brief lull in the conversation 

toward the end of dinner, and right as 

she kicked my Dad under the table, 

Aaron said, ‘I need to ask you something.’ 

The rest is history!” says Kim. 

“Our ‘place’ is Petit Jean State Park. In 

college, we’d take spur-of-the-moment 

camping trips after class mid-week. 

We packed a small cooler, picked up 

firewood, and camped under the stars. 

We’d wake up early the next morning, 

make coffee over the fire, and get back 

to Conway in time for school by eight 

in the morning.” The day of the planned 

proposal, Aaron convinced Kim to 

hike Petit Jean because “it was perfect 

weather, and he knew the leaves would 

be turning…We got in the car to go 

to Little Rock with my family, or so I 

thought, but he turned the other way 

and drove straight to one of our favorite 

Petit Jean lookouts. He proposed on top 

of the mountain, and we drove back 

to Conway,” she says. Their families 

awaited the couple at their home with 

champagne, chocolate covered strawberries, 

balloons, and pictures representing 

their eight-year relationship. 

The Nuptials 

Kim and Aaron’s wedding concept was 

one of simplicity, rather, “hygge.” Kim 

has family in Denmark, and she and 

Aaron were introduced to the concept of 

hygge through that connection. The term 


describes a sense of coziness, warmth, 

and togetherness. “We visited Denmark 

with my whole family a few years ago 

and fell in love with hygge and with 

being happy with everything you have.” 

“We both wanted an intimate wedding 

in nature, so the first step was picking 

a location. We, of course, decided on 

our own backyard. The next step was 

painting the house white,” says Aaron. 

Planning for around 200 wedding 

guests, the couple removed parts of 

their back fence, opening their yard to 

a large, grassy area along the Tucker 

Creek Trail. They married under a giant 

oak tree in Gatlin Park, Tucker Creek 

flowing alongside them. 

Kim’s twin sister Kelley served as maid 

of honor, and her sister Tiffany was 

matron of honor. Bridesmaids included 

childhood friends Kelsey Lyle, Kelsey 

Parsons, and Shelby Owens; Brittany 

Duvall, Aaron’s sister-in-law; and 

Melanie Mourot, his sister. Son Gabe 

Duvall served as junior best man with 

Aaron’s brother Kyle as best man. 

Groomsmen included Charlie Mourot, 

Aaron’s brother-in-law; Eric Kordsmeier, 

his uncle; and Ryan Coyle, Kim’s 

brother-in-law. Their beloved Oakley, 

a Great Pyrenees-Lab mix, did best dog 

honors and was accompanied down the 

aisle by nephews Hudson Coyle and 

Adler Duvall. Kim’s parents, Milton and 

Cheryl Lane and Aaron’s parents, Rick 

and Alma Duvall were also part of the 

ceremony. Among the several out-oftown 

guests was a member of Kim’s 

Denmark family. Officiants were Pastor 

Dan Hauser of Christ Lutheran Church 

and Monsignor Jack Harris of Sacred 

Heart Catholic Church. Ceremony 

music was courtesy Conway Symphony 

Orchestra violinist Gustavo Fernandez. 

Kim conceptualized and styled the 

entire ceremony and reception, and the 

day included many loving, personal 

details. Aaron escorted his and Kim’s 

mother down the aisle, each carrying 

bouquets of ranunculus flowers with 

personalized letters attached from 

their respective marrying children. 

Kim’s grandmother, “Gweem” was the 

first person she called after becoming 

engaged. “She is one of my closest 

confidants…and she told me I could 

wear her wedding dress, an incredible 

honor. I tried it on with her and my 

Mom that night, but she was so 

tiny when she got married the dress 

wouldn’t even zip!” Gweem passed 

away suddenly during wedding 

planning. “Her passing was extremely 

challenging, but it brought my sisters 

and Mom together the day I tried on 

the wedding dress I wore. I sewed 

a heart-shaped piece of one of my 

Grandad’s favorite ties into the lining of 

the dress as an ode to them both.” 

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Post-ceremony, the couple made their 

way down the walking trail as guests, 

lined up alongside, threw bird seed. 

“We walk this trail every morning with 

our dog Oakley and coffee in-hand, so 

that moment was special,” says Kim, 

adding, “…We also love the city’s bike 

share and briefly rode rented bikes, 

Aaron in his tux and me in my dress, 

after our portraits.” 

The event featured fresh flowers, tons 

of candles, and natural greenery. The 

landscape’s beauty did not require much 

in the way of additional accoutrements. 

Kim’s bouquet, created by Ye Olde Daisy 

Shoppe, included rosemary, carrots, and 

“accidental” beets. “I told Aaron I wanted 

radishes in my bouquet, so he could 

tell me I looked ‘radishing,’ but at the 

wedding we realized we’d grabbed beets 

instead of radishes. He told me I looked 

radishing anyway,” laughs Kim. 

Their goal was to embrace the beauty 

in the natural surroundings. “The 

burning candles, the beautiful park, 

and really, most importantly, our love 

for each other and the love of everyone 

there.” Mission accomplished. 

The Reception 

“We love to host hygge backyard 

dinner parties with our closest friends 

and family. When we got engaged, 

we knew immediately we wanted to 

have a giant, al fresco dinner party in 

our backyard with tons of candles, 

fresh flowers on the tables, large 

wooden candle lanterns around the 

backyard, and Frenchman Street-style 

jazz music.” 

“It was important to us to keep everything 

simple. We, along with family 

and close friends, spent so much time, 

blood, sweat, and tears renovating our 

house. Aaron, my parents, my uncle, 

and I actually built the entire deck 

Kim‘s bouquet, created 

by Ye Olde Daisy Shoppe, 

included rosemary, 

carrots, and ”accidental“ 

beets. 

“ 

I told Aaron 

I wanted radishes in 

my bouquet so he 

could tell me I looked 

’radishing,‘ but at the 

wedding we realized 

we‘d grabbed beets 

instead of radishes. He 

told me I looked radishing 

anyway, 

” 

laughs Kim. 

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y hand, which was the dance floor 

during the reception,” says Kim. Also 

important was sourcing locally. 

“We both love shopping and eating 

local, so the more we could work with 

local businesses, the better. This is 

especially true since Kim works with 

entrepreneurs daily,” says Aaron. “It 

was special to work with friends and 

business owners at our wedding. Kyle 

Tabor, owner of Blue Sail Coffee, had a 

coffee cart at the wedding, which was 

a huge hit. He hand-made coffees for 

the guests.” The couple also enlisted 

the proprietors of Streetside Creperie to 

surprise the bridal party with a buildyour-own 

crepe bar and mimosas while 

getting ready for the ceremony. 

Aaron and Kim also appreciate the 

art of letter writing and wanted to 

incorporate it into their day. “My sister 

Kelley is a designer who owns Kelley 

Lane Design. She made wedding 

invitations that were actually letters 

from us to our guests,” says Kim. 

Kelley’s work was utilized throughout 

the reception as well. “I was also 

excited to work with the Conductor 

team in the Makerspace…Using the 

laser engraver, we created wooden 

letters detailing the impact our guests 

have had on our lives and included 

them at each place setting.” 

Aaron and Kim also took a simple, local 

approach to the flora for their big day. 

“There’s so much beauty in simplicity, 

and weddings can easily become 

extremely overdone and so expensive. 

For my florals, I wanted something 

different but wasn’t sure what avenue I 

wanted to take. Then, I stumbled upon 

Felder Farms, a Little Rock urban farm.” 

Kim contacted the owner, Andrea Wills, 

who invited them to visit her farm. “We 

saw our flowers while they were still 

growing! She seriously felt like a close 

friend by the wedding and provided us 

with tons of absolutely beautiful, fresh, 

local flowers,” says Kim. 

Christina Basham at Boulevard Bread 

Company was “a complete Godsend. 

She met with Aaron and me multiple 

times and had a huge part in making 

the sit-down, family-style dinner a 

reality.” Aaron and Kim essentially 

expanded their typical dinner party 

to accommodate a larger number of 

guests. “Christina did an incredible 

job of making that dream come true, 

bringing in over 20 servers…and 

cooking in our kitchen most of the 

afternoon.” As night drew close, café 

lights illuminated the back yard, the 

fire pit roared, and guests enjoyed table 

wine and cake with fresh strawberries. 

“It was the most hygge night of our 

lives,” says Kim happily. 

Jeremy Shrader Band provided the 

reception music. “They are outstanding. 

People felt like they were in a movie. 


Says Kim, “Aaron and I have always 

been in sync. I know this sounds crazy, 

but I always say it’s like our hearts 

are tethered. We’ve been together for 

nearly a decade. People used to tell us 

marriage is hard work, but we feel like 

marriage is the most wonderful thing 

ever. Sometimes life is challenging, but 

being together makes the hard times so 

much more manageable. We’re always 

on each other’s team.” 

It was Gatsby-esque – the perfect mix 

of swing music and jazz, which is 

exactly what we were looking for.” Kati 

Mallory Photography took the stunning 

photographs, and UCA graduate and 

former Conductor contributor Jack 

Evans served as videographer. 

With the party right in the couple’s 

back yard, there was no specific end 

time, lending to the casual ambiance. 

“When it got late, we were still drinking 

the table wine and Lost 40 beer, sitting 

around the fire pit, dancing to our 

friends and family singing songs and 

playing acoustic guitar, and just letting 

it all soak in…It was just beautiful.” 

Aaron and Kim cite their guests’ 

speeches as favorite moments from 

their reception. Specifically, that of 

Aaron’s 10-year-old son, Gabe. “I don’t 

think there was a dry eye when he 

finished.” Kim’s sisters, her father, and 

even her mother, who abhors public 

speaking, all spoke words of celebration 

over the couple, as did Aaron’s brother. 

Kim and Aaron steadfastly budgeted 

during their wedding preparation. “It’s 

easy to get so caught up in planning 

you lose the meaning behind the day, 

which is celebrating your lifelong love. 

Bearing that in mind, I researched to 

ensure our purchases were strategic, 

and we weren’t inadvertently spending 

tens of thousands of dollars on things 

that would be gone in one night. For 

starters, that seems like a major waste of 

money. Secondly, I’ve always loved the 

phrase ‘I want a marriage more beautiful 

than my wedding,’ which I think sums 

it up,” says Kim. “Your wedding is the 

happiest day of your life. Don’t stress 

about it. A few things went totally 

wrong with the day, but no one noticed, 

and we didn’t care. We were married at 

that point,” adds Aaron. 


academics 

Academics First of Conway 

Scholarship Reception 

Event: Academics First of Conway Scholarship Reception 

Date: April 30, 2019 

Place: UCA McCastlain Hall Ballroom 

Board Chair: John W. Kelley, CFP® 

Contact: 501.514.5531 

Academics First of Conway is a 501C3 non-profit organization that 

provide scholarships to graduating seniors with a minimum 3.0 overall 

GPA. Applicants also demonstrate leadership in their school and 

community as well as serves as a role model for younger 

students. Scholarships are awarded in $1,000 increments. Students 

and their families are recognized at the annual AFC Scholarship 

reception. Since 2017, AFC has given $60,000 in scholarships to 

Arkansas students. 

Sincerely, 

John W. Kelley, President/CEO 

950 Hogan Lane, Suite 11, Conway, AR. 72034 OFF: 501.329.7526 Email: info@afirst.org 

Academics First of Conway 

is a 501(c)3 nonprofit 

organization that provides 

scholarships to graduating seniors 

with a minimum 3.0 overall GPA. 

Applicants also demonstrate leadership 

in their school and community, 

as well as serve as a role model for 

younger students. Scholarships 

are awarded in $1,000 increments. 

Students and their families were 

recognized at the annual AFC 

Scholarship Reception on April 30 

at UCA’s McCastlain Hall Ballroom. 

Since 2017, AFC has awarded 

$60,000 in scholarships to Arkansas 

students. 

For information, call 501.329.7526 

or email info@afirst.org. 


For the Love of Conway 

The short drive from Conway Christian to Hendrix College 

Three top Conway Christian High School 

athletes will get to showcase their talent 

locally in Conway having committed to 

Hendrix College. Both Conway Christian and 

Hendrix College share a rich history of academic 

and athletic accomplishments and are taking 

steps to showcase those accomplishments with 

some of Conway’s own locally-grown talent. All 

three athletes stated that their love of Conway 

and staying local was a factor in their decisions. 

Tyler Williams, a distinguished honor 

graduate of CCHS with a GPA of 3.90, has 

committed to play basketball for the Hendrix 

Warriors. Tyler has attended Conway Christian 

since the 3rd grade and was recognized this year 

with All-Conference Basketball Honors for the 

CCHS Eagles averaging 11 points, 9 rebounds 

and 3 assists a game. Tyler is the son of Ryan 

and Wendy Williams. 

Bennett Ellis, a distinguished honor graduate 

of CCHS with a GPA of 4.13, has committed 

to play football for Hendrix College as a kicker. 

Bennett first played football locally for the 

Conway Optimist Club on the Saints team. 

He has attended Conway Christian since the 

5th grade and has kicked for Conway Christian 

throughout junior high and high school with 

a punting average of 47 yards, a long-distance 

field goal record of 53 yards with an overall 

92% of place kicks made. Bennett received 

All-Conference Football Honors winning two 

Conference Championships. Bennett is the son 

of Ladd and Ashley Ellis. 

Jacob Wood has attended Conway Christian 

for the past 15 years. He will graduate as a 

distinguished honor graduate with a GPA of 

4.11. Jacob began his Conway football career 

playing Conway Optimist Club Football. He 

played for the Charger’s, winning a Super 

Bowl Championship in 2012. During Jacob’s 

high school career as Quarterback, Jacob 

accrued 9,646 yards passing/throwing and 

143 touchdowns, winning two Conference 

Championships. Jacob was 3X All-Conference 

and 2X All-State and will play in the All-Star 

Football Game this summer at UCA. Jacob has 

committed to continue his career as quarterback 

for the Hendrix Football Team. Jacob is the son 

of Mark and Ginger Wood. 

All three of these Conway graduates are 

lifelong friends and multi-sport athletes having 

played some kind of ball together from backto-back 

undefeated basketball championships 

in elementary school to winning conference 

championships in football and also in baseball 

in high school. 


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Isaac D. Sims 

Director of Community Development & Planning 

Conway Development Corporation 

Conway Area Chamber of Commerce 

Where are you from and where did you get your education? Born in 

Orlando, Florida and raised in Little Rock. My high school education was primarily 

homeschooling and pre-college classes, and earned my degree in Geography from UCA. 

What do you love most about Faulkner County? Currently my wife and 

I live downtown near our favorite restaurant. That in itself is a huge win. We eat 

there quite a bit, and just down the street is our bank, a place to eat chips and queso, 

and a coffee shop where we play board games sometimes. Downtown Conway 

is awesome. I have loved the city since my freshman orientation at UCA. Now 

that I get to see what goes on behind the scenes in making Conway even better, I 

appreciate the community-first mindset that its leaders and citizens have. I consider 

myself blessed to be able to be a part of it all. 

To what do you attribute your success? In a word, humility. In order to succeed 

in the classroom, you have to admit confusion or lack of understanding that can be 

embarrassing. I had to struggle through many classes both in high school and college, 

and I quickly learned that a prideful mindset isn’t worthy of good grades or quality 

workmanship. Asking for forgiveness from friends is humbling, but it is the most 

healthy and healing thing you can do. Humility can also be kind of courageous, too, so I 

try to make a practice of being humble while still being earnest and hardworking. 

Any hobbies you want to share? I have explored Conway a lot this year via 

running, and it’s my new favorite activity. I am a growing cinephile (I just watched 

Blues Brothers for the first time recently and loved it), and I try to watch as many 

films as I can. I’m trying to find more ways to support local film efforts in Conway 

and Arkansas. My favorite band is The National, they just released a new album that 

I have on repeat. I also sing and play guitar, I hope to do that in my church soon. 

Tell us about your family. I’ve been married to my wife, Jessica for almost a year 

and a half. She’s the most beautiful woman in the world, and the best person I know. I 

have four sisters and two brothers, and I’m fourth-born, so right in the middle. They are 

extraordinary and talented with careers in finance tech, law, healthcare, and marketing. 

My youngest sister just finished her freshman year of college, and my youngest brother 

just recently surpassed me in height. He’s 14 and 6’2. I have a pseudo-brother in the 

military who is close enough to consider family. My father is a financial planner and 

attorney, and my mom homeschooled each of my siblings. Both are incredible people. 

Who was your biggest life influence? My parents, growing up. Now, it is my 

gorgeous wife, Jessica. We’ve been married for about a year and a half, and my admiration 

for her grows each day. She got her first job teaching in the middle of this school 

year, and based on the stories I have heard her relay to me, she could not be doing a 

better job. Those 7-8th graders love her to death. I see her filled with so much joy as 

she teaches about World War II, seeing their minds grow and learn. It’s been such a fun 

season for both of us, and her hard work and joy are huge inspirations for me. 

Who inspired your career path? Going into college, I had zero expectations or 

ideas for my future career. Through a conversation with my friend, Ben Lykins, I was 

inspired to work toward a degree in geography and geographic information systems 

(GIS) to become an urban planner. I’m fairly certain that everything about my life 

as it is now was determined by that conversation in his house my freshman year. 

Along the way to earning my degree, I was further inspired by the guy who would 

become my boss, Brad Lacy, in a visiting lecture about economic development. I am 

extremely blessed and fortunate. 


Marcus Elliott 

Conway Regional Health System, 

Director of Corporate Health Services 

Where are you from and where did you get your education? 

I was born and raised in Little Rock. I graduated from Little 

Rock Central High School. I graduated college from the University 

of Arkansas with a BSBA degree. 

What brought you to Faulkner County? CRHS CEO Matt 

Troup and I attended church together. I knew the caliber of man that 

he was and jumped at the opportunity to join an organization led by 

him. Meeting the other CRHS leaders and employees sealed it. 

What inspired your career path? As an ordained minister I 

discovered that “ministry,” by definition means meeting the need, 

personally gives me joy and energy. Supporting CRHS providers 

and helping employers/employees is an opportunity to help 

minister to more of God’s people. 

What do you love most about Faulkner County? I love 

the people I get a chance to meet and learn from. These are highly 

successful and down to earth people. 

Do you have hobbies you want to share? I love traveling, 

experiencing new foods and cultures. 

How are you involved in your community? In what ways 

do you or your company help the community? Conway 

Regional helps the community in numerous ways. A recent 

example: We held a VIP Colonoscopy Screening Event for eight 

prominent leaders in Faulkner County including our CE0, Matt 

Troup. The participants actually went through the colonoscopy 

procedure and allowed us to make a PSA based on their experiences. 

The PSA will encourage people to have colonoscopies. 

Are you involved in any professional organizations? 

Conway Area Leadership Institute (C.A.L.I). 

Tell us about your family. My oldest daughter, Porchia, 

just graduated with the BSN degree in Nursing and works as a 

registered nurse in CVICU with CHI-St. Vincent. My youngest 

daughter, Tyler, just finished her second year at Bowen Law 

School. My son, Ross Marcus, will be attending Southern Methodist 

University in the Lyle Engineering program this fall. Ramona 

and I will be married 30 years on December 16. 

What does the future hold for you in Faulkner County? 

Thoughtful growth under skilled leadership and management. 

A prosperous, inclusive, loving community. 

Who was your biggest life influence? My parents. Also, 

every coach I played for. Especially high school coaches: Clyde 

Horton and Bernie Cox of Little Rock Central High. 

Who inspired your career path? My father, The Right 

Reverend Marcus Hurkus Elliott, III. Deceased. 


Christopher Hervey 

Hervey Insurance Agency, Risk Advisor 

Where are you from and where did you get 

your education? I am from Conway, AR and I 

graduated from Conway High School, as well as the 

University of Central Arkansas (BA in Finance). 

How are you involved in your community? I 

am currently contributing to my community through 

my participation in the Conway Morning Rotary Club, 

serving on the Board for City of Hope Outreach, as well 

as, being a member of the Conway Toastmasters. 

Hervey Insurance Agency has assisted the community 

through giving back to the Renewal Ranch, Y.E.S. 

program (group of young ladies), in addition to the 

Distinguished Gentleman’s Club held at Marguerite 

Vann Elementary where a group of young men take 

part in becoming leaders for the next generation. 

Tell us about your family. I have been married to 

my beautiful wife Yolanda Hervey for 15 years and 

we have been blessed with a lovely daughter (Alexis 

Hervey) who resides in Texas. 

If you have one piece of advice for someone 

just starting out, what would it be? Do your 

homework and find yourself a good mentor, but first 

and foremost put God first. 

Favorite quote? “If there is no struggle, there is no 

progress.” Frederick Douglass 

Who was your biggest life influence? My biggest 

life influencers are my parents Dr. Lloyd and Verna 

Hervey. The foundation they provided for my brother 

(Lloyd II) and sister (Stephanie) as well as myself is 

invaluable and it keeps us grounded. 

My desire is to continue to exemplify a positive 

influence for young people within our community. 

Young people need something to hope for and I hope 

my small contribution encourages some young person 

to keep going. 

As far as my career, I would have to say John Kelley 

inspired my career path into the Financial Services 

industry. His expertise as a Certified Financial Planner 

really piqued my interest into pursuing a career in 

Insurance and Retirement Planning. 


Anthony Manning, MD 

Conway Regional Surgical Associates 

General Surgeon 

Where are you from and where did you get your 

education? Malvern, Arkansas. Undergrad: University of Central 

Arkansas, Medical School: University of Arkansas for Medical 

Sciences, and Residency at Scott & White Memorial Hospital, 

General Surgery 

What brought you to Faulkner County? I have a lot of ties to 

Conway. Conway is where I met my wife, Hanna, while we were 

both undergraduates at UCA. For a year, I worked as an assistant 

for the General Surgeons that are now my partners. Simply put, 

moving back to Conway felt natural, like moving home. 

To what do you attribute your success? The people around 

me. Whether it was my parents in high school and college, my 

wife in medical school and residency, or my mentors and friends 

throughout, I have had incredible people in my corner from the very 

beginning. It has required hard work from me, no doubt, but my 

success, like most peoples’, has certainly been a team effort. 

Tell us about your family. I have been married to my beautiful 

wife, Hanna, for almost 11 years. Getting through medical school 

and residency simply would not have been possible without her. 

She has worked in Education since graduating from UCA in 2009. 

We have two sons, Cambpell (6) who is finishing Kindergarten this 

spring, and Knox (4). 


My goal is to raise our children here and start and finish my career 

with Conway Regional Surgical Associates, many years from now. 

Additionally, I want to add new service lines, including bariatric (or 

weight loss) surgery, and continue to enhance the care provided by 

and through the Conway Regional Health System. 

Favorite quote? “It is not the critic who counts; not the man who 

points out how the strong man stumbles, or where the doer of deeds 

could have done them better. The credit belongs to the man who is 

actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and 

blood; who strive valiantly; who errs, who comes short again and 

again, because there is no effort without error and shortcoming; but 

who does actually strive to do the deeds; who knows great enthusiasms, 

the great devotions; who spends himself in a worthy cause; 

who at the best knows in the end the triumph of high achievement, 

and who at the worst, if he fails, at least fails while daring greatly, 

so that his place shall never be with those cold and timid souls who 

know neither victory nor defeat.” Theodore Roosevelt 

Who inspired your career path? One of the partners who 

recently retired from our practice, Dr. Homer Fleisher, is the man 

who made me want to be a surgeon. I was on the path for medicine, 

but was unsure of what specialty I would pursue. I met Dr. Fleisher 

through his internship program with Junior/Senior UCA students. 

Through the program, as well as working as his and his partners’ 

assistant, it became evident that surgery was my calling, and it paved 

the way for me to join the practice when I finished training. 


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Dr. Stephen Deal 

Deal Family Dental 

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My business has been successful for two main reasons. 

First, because of the support shown me from the great 

people of Greenbrier and Faulkner County. Secondly, 

because of the hard work and dedication of my 

wonderful staff. With their help I am able to provide 

the top notch, excellent care people have come to 

expect at Deal Family Dental. 


I am a Diplomate of the Facial Beauty Institute, 

a Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry, the 

International Association for Orthodontics, and the 

American Orthodontic Society. 

Tell us about your family. I live in Greenbrier with 

my two wonderful boys, Thompson who is 13 years 

old, and Gavin who is 11. We enjoy football, basketball 

and golf. 

Favorite quote? “Find something you love to do, and 

you will never work a day in your life.” 

Who was your biggest life influence? Influences… 

it’s plural in my case. Most definitely my parents, Vern 

and Sandra Deal. They have taught me more than I 

can list in this short piece. They placed an emphasis on 

education and accountability, and it has served me well 

my entire life. I am very thankful for their support and 

encouragement. 

Who inspired your career path? The biggest 

influence on the direction of my career was my mentor, 

Dr. Steve Galella. He awoke my mind and shined a 

bright light on so many aspects of dentistry that most 

dentists don’t get the opportunity to learn from, much 

less practice. He is a brilliant practitioner, and I thank 

him for his teachings and his support. 


Beau Wilcox 

Attorney 


education? Conway native and lifelong (41+ years) 

resident; Conway High ‘95, Hendrix College (B.A., English) 

‘99, UALR William H. Bowen School of Law (J.D., with 

honors), ‘06 

What brought you to Faulkner County? Having been 

in Conway my whole life, being educated and raised here 

and having my own family here, my connection to home is 

deep and I love being in a growing community that is both 

familiar and ever-evolving. 

What do you love most about working/living in 

Faulkner County? Interacting with “my people.” I obviously 

find myself involved in disputes between people but 

so much of what we do in this practice is solution-oriented 

— even in adversarial situations, people often do not realize 

that this is a profession geared toward resolving problems 

rather than instigating them. 

Do you have hobbies you want to share? I am a pop 

culture junkie — love movies, music, and media in general. 

Pretty much a nerd, but I love my Razorbacks, Star Wars, 

Marvel, and, of course, the incomparable, honeyed vocals 

of Travis Tritt. 

How are you involved in your community? I have 

taken a slight hiatus from service in community organizations 

to focus on my practice, but I have served on the 

Conway Public School Foundation Board of Directors and 

spent my last two years serving as Chairman. I served four 

years on the United Way board of directors, served on the 

Faulkner County Single Parent Scholarship fund board, and 

Big Brothers/Big Sisters in the past. Now I try to focus on 

making contributions of time and money in doing some pro 

bono work for clients and continuing to support as many of 

our wonderful local social benefit and welfare programs in 

this community. 

Tell us about your family. Married 18+ years to former 

Shannon Skaggs of Corning, AR, a 1999 graduate of UCA 

and 2000 master’s degree recipient from UCA. Two sons, 

Graham (13) and Hayes (turns 10 in July) 

Any advice for someone just starting out? Be 

confident in your skills and yourself, but be cautious as 

well. Do not bite off more than you can chew, as the adage 

goes, and you can be successful. 

Favorite quote? “Pain don’t hurt,” Dalton (Patrick 

Swayze) in the groundbreaking 1989 film “Road House.” 

Who was your biggest life influence? Bill Nutter, my 

maternal grandfather—the archetype of a role model in 

both word and deed. 


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Joshua Dewees 

Dewees HVAC, LLC / Owner 














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What do you love most about Faulkner County? The people and 

feeling of being at HOME! 

To what do you attribute your success? My hard-working team at 

Dewees HVAC combined with my military background and my wife. 

How are you involved in your community? We attend New Life 

Church. My wife, Alicia, and I both are a part of Conway Area Leadership 

Institute and Conway Chamber members. We help with The Call, Soul 

Food Mission Café, Community Connections, Bethlehem House and 

other organizations that allow us to give back to the people of Arkansas. 

In what ways do you or your company help the community? 

We have donated numerous hours of our time to help non-profits in 

and around Conway including a big project, donating and installing the 

HVAC systems to Soul Food Café Mission. We have sponsored countless 

organizations from non-profits, schools, sports teams, churches and 

individuals in and around Faulkner Co. We enjoy giving back to those in 

need! Giving back is always at the center of what we do. 

Are you involved in any professional organizations? Conway 

Area Leadership Institute class of 2019, S-7 Tactical, Sheepdogs (Mental, 

Physical, Spiritual Strength) Watchdog Dads, New Breed at New Life 

Church, Co-President of PTO @ Marguerite Vann Elementary, Man Alive 

Expedition Team Leader, Best of Faulkner Co. HVAC 2018 (not really an 

organization but we are proud of this one). 

Tell us about your family. My lovely wife of 10 years, Alicia Dewees, 

works as a Private Banker for Arvest Bank. Our son, Brennen Stewart is 23 

works for Otis Elevator Company. Our daughter, London is 8 and attends 

school at Marguerite Vann Elementary. 


Hopefully, continued growth in the community and helping other small 

businesses grow. 

Who was your biggest life influence? My high school football 

coaches, teachers and principal. 

Who inspired your career path? My wife! When I came home from 

serving in the Middle East, I really thought I would end up in the law 

enforcement or medical field. She convinced me to find a trade I liked and 

go to school. It was the best decision I could have made. There is a real 

need, across the board, for people in all trade industries The work is hard 

but so rewarding! 


Jeremy Elsinger 

St. Joseph High School 

Teacher & Bowling Coach 

Occupation: I am a teacher and bowling coach at 

St. Joseph High School in Conway. I specifically teach 

Geometry, Concurrent Trigonometry through UCA, 

Physics, and Calculus. 


your education? I’ve lived in Conway my whole 

life. I graduated from St. Joseph High School in 2008. 

I attended UCA and graduated with a Bachelors in 

Mathematics Education in 2012 and a Masters in 

Mathematics Education in 2014. 

What do you love most about Faulkner 

County? For me, Faulkner County is home. I love 

the natural beauty, the down-to-earth people, and the 

smaller city sizes. 

How are you involved in your community? 

I am a member of St. Joseph Parish and the Knights of 

Columbus. Through these organizations I have served 

meals to homeless shelters, such as Bethlehem House, 

and I have helped raise money for various charities 

around the county. 

To what do you attribute your success? 

I attribute my success to Jesus Christ and my family. 

They have always pushed me to become the best 

version of myself. Through this, I have developed a deep 

love for learning that has led me to where I am today. 

Who inspired your career path? I decided to go 

into education because I noticed the powerful effects 

a great teacher can have on someone. I wanted to give 

back in that way. I also had several relatives that were 

teachers and they always talked about how rewarding 

it is. Having the summers off is pretty good too! 

Favorite Quote? “Some believe it is only great power 

that can hold evil in check, but that is not what I have 

found. I have found it is the small things, everyday 

deeds of ordinary folk that keeps the darkness at bay. 

Simple acts of kindness and love.” Gandalf from The 

Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey 

Any hobbies you want to share? I thoroughly 

enjoy music, especially metal. My friends and I often 

take road trips to attend metal concerts. My favorite part 

is getting inside a mosh pit, it is quite the experience. 


Chuck Clawson 

Conway City Attorney 


education? Born and raised in Conway, and went to 

Conway High School. Attended Arkansas State University, 

and University of Arkansas at Little Rock Bowen School of 

Law. 

To what do you attribute your success? Being 

curious, being prepared, practicing perseverance and 

always treating people fairly. 

Any hobbies you want to share? Spending time with 

my wife, watching my sons in all their activities, running, 

and watching documentaries. 

How are you involved in your community? I am 

a graduate of the Faulkner County Leadership Institute 

(Class of 2007), volunteered for Junior Achievement and 

Optimist Club, and served eight years on the Toad Suck 

Daze 5K/10K race committee. I have been very involved 

with the Central Arkansas Youth Leadership Program 

as a session leader and a member of the recruitment 

committee. I am also a member of the Faulkner County 

Fair Parade Committee. I have been a longtime member of 

Second Baptist Church in Conway. 


Served two terms on the Arkansas Bar Association 

House of Delegates for the Faulkner County District. I 

am currently an executive officer for the Arkansas City 

Attorneys Association. 

Tell us about your family. Shawn and I have a full 

house! We live in Conway with our sons Zane (15), Caden 

(12), Case (10), Sam (6)… and our dog Carly. 

What does the future hold for you in Faulkner 

County? My goal is become criminal division circuit 

judge for 20th Judicial District, which includes Faulkner 

County. I want to use my years of experience as a 

prosecutor and city attorney to continue to serve the 

community and people that mean so much to me. 

Favorite quote? “Dress up. Show up. Have a good 

attitude.” —My mom, Donna Clawson 

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Jimmy D. Warren II 

Communication/Special Event Coordinator 

Pulaski County Government-Dept of Youth Services 

Occupation: By day I spend my time as a Communication/Special Event 

Coordinator for Pulaski County Government-Department of Youth Services. Other 

than that, I spend my time as a community builder here in Conway. I like to connect 

people with the resources needed to pursue their goals. 

Where are you from and where did you get your education? I’m 

originally from Crossett, AR. I got both my undergraduate and master’s degree 

from Arkansas Tech. Dabbled in law school at UALR Bowen School of Law but 

didn’t finish. 

What brought you to Faulkner County? We moved to Conway after 

Hewlett-Packard opened here. I had originally been working out of their Little Rock 

office, but my daughter was about to begin kindergarten and everyone knows 

Conway has one of the best school districts. It made that move a no brainer. 

How did you get your idea or concept for your career? Well, just 

the need for young minority professionals to be showcased in the city. I think 

sometimes our demographic is overlooked and people sometimes fail to realize that 

this specific group of individuals needs and deserves to have a seat at the table. Not 

to mention within this group is a great opportunity for economic development. 

What do you love most about Faulkner County? The sense of community. 

Generally everyone has a good heart, and people here really care and are 

open to help. 

To what do you attribute your success? To God 1st, the amazing support 

system of my family, and the community. Being able to reach out to the 

influencers in the community about a problem and their response is an amazing 

testament to the commitment to the upbringing of Conway. 

How are you involved in your community? I work a lot with organizations 

to bring awareness of diversity issues in the community. I’m thankful for partners 

like Conductor, Simmons Bank, and the Conway Area Chamber of Commerce 

who realize that diversity is not just a check in the box but an amazing value in 

their organizations. 

Tell us about your family. My wife, Shakira is the rock of our family and 

obviously where the abundance of intelligence and beauty comes from in our 

daughters, Amaya and Alivia 

What's the best advice you can give to someone? It's important that 

we constantly treat the people we meet with respect and compassion. I make 

it no secret that a random chance encounter with a stranger literally saved my 

life by donating me her kidney. I'm truly forever grateful to Samantha M. You 

honestly never know the angels you have conversations with daily. 

Any advice for someone just starting out? Find your peace and never 

lose it. Find that one person, or place that you can go to when times are rough 

and cultivate it. On the path to success its important that you take care of your 

mental health. Whatever brings you peace in the storm, quickly find it and 

protect it. There will be days that you need it. 

Who inspired your career path? The 44th President of the United States, 

Barack Obama. For the first time I was able to see someone who looks like me, 

shares the same interests as me, and has a family that looks like mine change 

the world. I had the opportunity to work for his office in D.C. and witness 

first-hand history in the making. 


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Mike Baldwin 

Executive Vice President of Lending 

First Security Bank of Conway 

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education? I was born and raised in Little Rock. I received a 

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The opportunity to work with Worthen Bank brought my family 

to Faulkner County, and that move was one of the best business 

decisions in my professional career. 

What do you love most about working and living in 

Faulkner County? Conway is a great place to raise a family. 

It’s a wonderful, business-minded, progressive community with 

various opportunities for professional and personal growth. The 

three colleges in town enhance the quality of life for all of us in 

Faulkner County. 

Do you have hobbies you want to share? I enjoy outdoor 

activities, especially deer and duck hunting in the fall, and 

turkey hunting in the spring. I belong to a hunting club in south 

Arkansas of which I have been a part of for over 30 years. I 

always anticipate the fall hunting season when I am able to enjoy 

close friends and family in the outdoors. 

Tell us about your family. My wife, Kelly, is a retired 

Conway Public School teacher and is currently an adjunct 

instructor for Central Baptist College here in Conway. We have 

a daughter, Kati, who is a teacher in the Vilonia Public School 

System. She is married to Justin Collier, and they have a blended 

family of six children, Ethan, Blake, Julianne, Ryder, Chase 

and Logan. My son, Garrett, works as a supervisor for a local 

construction company. 

Who was your biggest life influence? My Uncle, my dad’s 

brother. He was a quiet and selfless leader. You never heard him 

complain, and he was always available to give a helping hand to 

those in need, always putting the needs of others before his own. 

He was truly a spiritual and servant leader. 


Kelly and I would like to eventually retire someday right here in 

Faulkner County. We enjoy being involved in all the activities of 

our children and grandchildren. We love life in Faulkner County! 


James Flanagin (Jimmy) 

Flanagin Dental Services 


education? Born in Conway a half century ago (I just 

turned 50). 

What brought you to Faulkner County? I am a 

third generation dentist — my grandfather came here 

from Arkadelphia almost 100 years ago. Conway being 

a college town was an initial attraction. My dad always 

remarked how this area has a lot of quality people living 

here, and I think that remains true as it continues to 

attract new folks. 

To what do you attribute your success? The work 

ethic my dad modeled for me as I grew up is a key part of 

my success. 

Do you have hobbies you want to share? I enjoy 

long walks around town, hiking and rock hounding. I pick 

up cool rocks wherever I travel. 

How are you involved in your community? We 

support UCA, especially athletics, its Honors College and 

the Shakespeare Theatre. ADA ASDA Chamber. 

Tell us about your family. I have a wonderful wife 

who is an awesome mom to our 5 kids. Next year will be 

our epic school year with our oldest being a senior and 

our youngest starting kindergarten at St.Joseph. 

What do you see changing in your industry? 

Going forward, we are entering the field of laser dentistry. 

Lasers were first applied to dental treatment about the 

time I started dental school. The technology is now 

maturing and the possibilities are exciting. As an example, 

after a traditional filling, we can change the settings and 

use the laser to stop your snoring. It’s fascinating. 

Favorite quote? “Don’t let setbacks and mistakes 

define or defeat you.” I like to make up imaginary bumper 

stickers. Right now my bumper sticker would say 

“cultivate the fruits of the spirit.” 

Who was your biggest life influence? After my 

mother, I would have to say Dr. Norb Schedler of the 

UCA Honors College was the biggest influence in my 

life. I still reference him on a daily basis. My father and 

grandad inspired my career path. 


John Simone 

Bank of England 

Mortgage Banker 

Where did you grow up and get your education? 

I was born in New Jersey and moved to Greenbrier in 

1996. I graduated from Greenbrier High School. 

What brought you to Faulkner County? When I 

got in the mortgage business I was located in Little Rock 

and quickly knew I was in the wrong county. I have too 

many friends and family here in Faulkner County to be 

working anywhere else. 


Faulkner County? I’ve spent the majority of my life in 

Faulkner County, so it seems fitting that I stay close and 

help out the community that I call home. 

To what do you attribute your success? I attribute 

my success to someone who took a leap of faith and 

believed in me and my drive for success that I have today. 

Do you have hobbies you want to share? My 

family and I spent lots of weekends at the baseball fields 

watching our son play or just enjoying the game. 

Tell us about your family. My beautiful wife, LaDona is 

co-owner of Bleacher Bling. They design and sell custom 

shirts for any need or want that you might have. We have 

two wonderful children, Mason, 13, who loves to play 

sports and do anything in the outdoors, and Mattie, 11 

who loves to play volleyball and take selfies... 


County? I really believe I will spend the rest of my life 

in this county. My wife, LaDona was born and raised in 

Greenbrier and I do not think I will ever be able to move 

her out of there and that is fine by me! The schools are 

great, and our children like it here. 

Any advice for someone just starting out? If I was 

to give any advice to anyone who wants to go into the 

mortgage business, I would say that you are not going 

to have an easy road. Rules and regulations change 

nearly every day and you must keep up with them. So 

many people get told they cannot get a home loan, but 

when they actually talk to the right person they will 

more than likely fit into some sort of program to help 

them get into a home. 


Jeff Craig, MD 

Central Arkansas Pediatrics 

Pediatrician and Owner 

Where are you from and where did you get your education? 

I was born in Pine Bluff, and except for a couple of years when we lived 

in Star City, I grew up in Gould. An avid Razorback fan, the University 

of Arkansas was an easy choice for me. I obtained a Bachelor of Science 

in Zoology and a Master of Science in Microbiology at Fayetteville. 

I attended the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences where I 

obtained my M.D. degree, and then I completed my Residency in 

Pediatrics at Arkansas Children’s Hospital. 

What brought you to Faulkner County? We had one child and 

one on the way at the completion of residency, so we were looking 

for a family oriented community and one with great schools. Conway 

afforded both of those amenities, plus there are great churches here 

and we wanted to plant roots both in the community and a church. We 

have not been disappointed in our choice to move here. Our 3 kids are 

Wampus Cat alums, and received an excellent education. 

What do you love most about Faulkner County? The people 

and the many opportunities are what make Faulkner County home. It’s 

a small town feel but with a lot of options for dining, recreation and it’s 

an easy drive to the Little Rock Airport. I’ve been taking care of kids in 

Faulkner County for about 23 years now, and I’ve gotten to watch them 

grow up, have kids of their own and now I see some of their kids! 

To what do you attribute your success? Hard work. My dad set 

that example for me. There is no substitute. 

Any hobbies you want to share? I love working in the yard. It’s 

something I did growing up and I love to be outside. Now that we have 

4 West Highland White Terriers, spending time in the yard with them, 

or going on long walks with the dogs is a great way for me to relax. 

Tell us about your family. My wife of 25 years, Dr. Sher Craig, is 

my partner both in life and in the business. She is also a Pediatrician. 

We have 3 children: Laura, who graduated from UCA Honors College 

in 2017, will move to the LA area this summer to pursue a Masters 

in Scriptwriting and Production for Television; Daughter Bailey just 

graduated from Baylor University and plans to work for the United 

Nations in New York following grad school; and our youngest, Andrew, 

is a junior at UCA with his sights set on joining the FBI. 

What does the future hold for you here? This is home—I 

expect to live here the rest of my life. I will continue working as long 

as possible. I enjoy holding those babies too much to even think about 

retiring. 

Who was your biggest life influence? My parents. They both 

worked hard and taught us to maintain our integrity and to treat others 

the way we want to be treated. My dad was away from home a lot 

with his job, and I spent many hours in the kitchen helping my mom, 

and thanks to her, I’m a pretty good cook! 

Who inspired your career path? It sounds crazy, but I’ve known 

since I was about 4 or 5 that I wanted to be a Pediatrician. My local 

family doctor growing up encouraged me to never give up on that goal. 


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Scott Lucas 


Scott Lucas Construction 














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What do you love most about working/living in Faulkner 

County? The most wonderful thing about living in the Faulkner 

County area is the community. Not only did I grow up in the community, 

I grew with the community. I’ve seen the population signs half of 

what they are now. The business growth and network within Faulkner 

County is leading the state and I’m thankful to be a part of it. 

To what do you attribute your success? I would attribute the 

rapid growth in business and success to being honest, fair, and putting 

in many hours of hard work. 

Do you have hobbies you want to share? Traveling with my 

wife, live music, and anything involving fitness. 


Currently I am on the board of Faulkner County Builders Association 

and a member of Faulkner County Board of Realtors. 

Tell us about your family. My wife, Cindy; daughter, Hunter; son, 

Kyler; bonus sons, Aiden and Ashton; dogs, Mozy and Daisy. This is 

my family and the center of my life. 


I look forward to what the future holds for my business in the Faulkner 

County area. With all the opportunities available I plan to work for the 

citizens of this area for many years to come. 

Any advice for someone just starting out? Learn your industry 

well, work as hard as you can, be honest, and give more than you take. 

Favorite quote. “What goes around comes around,” and Luke 6:31 

31: Do to others as you would have them do to you. 

Who was your biggest life influence? First and foremost, Jesus 

Christ and the direction my life has taken by following him. But I can’t 

answer this question without including my mother. I lost my father at 

a young age and for many years if was just my mom and me. She kept 

us in church and kept our faith strong. She always taught me to do the 

right thing in life. She shaped and molded me into the man I am today. 

Who inspired your career path? My uncle, Al McCorkle. He was 

a legend in the construction industry and when I first got started he 

guided me. I can only hope to be half the man he was in this business. 

And even to this day he doesn’t hesitate to tell me how it was done in 

the old days. 


Josh Carter 

Northwestern Mutual 

Financial Advisor 


education? I am originally from Texarkana, AR and 

received my Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science from the 

University of Central Arkansas. 

What brought you to Faulkner County? Living here 

during the years I was enrolled at UCA pretty much made 

Conway home to me. When the financial planning firm I 

work for decided to open an office in Conway four years 

ago, I was one of the first ones to want to be a part of it. 

I have known for a while that this community is where I 

wanted to plant roots and raise a family someday. 


Faulkner County? Definitely the people. This community 

is unique in that the people here make decisions based on 

the needs of the community as a whole and not just to 

better themselves. 

Do you have hobbies you want to share? Duck 

hunting and fishing are my favorite hobbies. Attempting to 

improve my golf game is a close third. 

How are you involved in your community? I am a 

board member of Young Alumni Association at UCA. Our 

group organizes events for younger Alumni from UCA 

and has helped grow membership among our most recent 

graduates. I am also currently involved in the Conway Area 

Leadership Institute class of 2019. 


I am a qualifying member of The Million Dollar Round 

Table, The Premier Association of Financial Professionals. 

Tell us about your family. I have been married to my 

wife, Megan, for two years. She is a deputy prosecuting 

attorney for Faulkner County. We have two Golden 

Retrievers, Luna and June. 


Spencer Hawks 

State Representative 

Real Estate Broker, 

Coldwell Banker RPM GROUP 


education? Conway, AR/Central Baptist College 


Faulkner County? Faulkner County’s sense of pride and 

community is remarkable and fostered by our connectivity. 

As Faulkner County grows we remain connected by 

our strong relationships across the county. We share each 

other’s successes and each other’s sorrows. When troubles 

come we band together to meet each other’s needs. 

To what do you attribute your success? My life 

motto is “Work hard. Love people,” principles I learned 

from my family. Growing up I saw my family working 

hard and then giving back to the community. Success 

doesn’t exist in a vacuum, and is most often created when 

people do what they love for the people and community 

that they love. 

What are some of your hobbies? While reading 

is the hobby that I do most frequently, my favorite 

hobby is to travel with with friends and family. Mission 

work in Latin America is how I learned Spanish, and I 

studied church history in Turkey. I have been to fourteen 

countries and many of the states. Later this summer I will 

be taking my kids on their first mission trip to Honduras 

and Nicaragua. I would love to travel to Africa and eastern 

Asia at some point in the future. 

Tell us about your family. Xochilt and I have been 

married for nearly ten years. We have three children with 

very different personalities. Samantha (7.5) my oldest is 

analytical and literal. Selena (6),my middle child, is the 

free spirit in the family. Sebastian (2),at this point is pretty 

easy going, but with his two older sisters and the parents 

that he’s been given there isn’t much choice. 


County? My heart is set to serve Faulkner County 

whether that’s publicly, philanthropically, or with 

business. My family has been here for many generations, 

and this is where I plan to stay. 


Matthew Carter 

First Service Bank 

Loan Officer 

Where are you from & where did you get 

your education? I have lived in Greenbrier all 

my life. I graduated from Greenbrier High School 

and went onto college at Central Baptist College 

where I obtained a bachelor’s degree in Business 

Administration. 

What do you love most about working & 

living in Faulkner County? I enjoy the small 

town vibe that our area offers. The people in the 

community are what make this place so great. 

Being able to build relationships with people in our 

area is what it’s really about and Faulkner County 

makes that easy. 

What does the future hold for you in 

Faulkner County? We plan on having a family 

here and continuing the family traditions that our 

families started. I want to continue to be a part 

of this great community and we can’t wait to see 

what is in store for our town’s future. 


A big part of why I love Faulkner County is the 

people. Working at First Service Bank gives me 

the opportunity to attend and be a part of events 

within our community. 

Tell us about your family. I am recently married 

to my beautiful bride, Kurstee Carter. We were 

both raised in Faulkner County and proudly still 

live here. 

To what do you attribute your success? I 

am very grateful for the support system I have. My 

wife and family have been the best foundation for 

the person I’ve become. 

Do you have any hobbies you want to 

share? I love to go on the lake during the summer 

and you can usually find me in the duck woods 

during the winter. 


Eric King 

Centennial Bank 

V.P. Business Development Officer 


your education? From Greenbrier. Bachelor Degree 

from Central Baptist College. 

What do you love most about Faulkner 

County? The people! 

To what do you attribute your success? My 

parents! They taught me to always stay focused on 

my faith, family, friends and work hard. I also have to 

add the individuals who gave me the opportunity to 

work for a great bank, John Allison, Randy Sims and 

Greg Sanson. 

Do you have hobbies you want to share? 

Playing golf, spending time with family and friends, 

and announcing Wampus Cats Sports on Y 107. 


United Way of Central Arkansas Board, Wampus 

Cats Hall of Fame Board, KLife Board, Conway Lip 

Sync for Life Committee, Petit Jean Razorback Club 

Board, and doing Wampus Cats Sports on Y 107. I 

believe to make a difference, you need to be involved. 

Centennial Bank focuses on the needs of local families 

and businesses. We believe in the importance of giving 

back to the communities we serve. I’m very proud 

to work for a bank that is committed to making a 

difference in the community. 

Tell us about your family. Married to Sarah King, 

she is a Physical Therapist for Incite Rehab. Two 

daughters, Kallee 21, 1st grade teacher at Quitman and 

Chloe 13, student at Ruth Doyle Middle School. 


County? Stay involved and help out anyway I can. 

Any advice for someone just starting out? 

Work hard and always be a team player. 

Favorite quote? “Greater love has no one than this: 

to lay down one’s life for one’s friend.” – John 15:13 

Who was your biggest life influence? My 

parents. Gaylon and Peggy King 


Charles E. (Ed) Clawson, Jr. 

Circuit Judge 

Occupation: Circuit Judge in the 3rd Division of the 20th Judicial District, 

comprised of Faulkner, Van Buren, and Searcy Counties. 

Where are you from and where did you get your education? I 

was born in Camden and family moved to Conway in 1959. I graduated from 

Conway High School in 1970, Hendrix College in 1974, and the UALR Law 

School in 1978. I have been licensed to practice law for more than 40 years. 

What brought you to Faulkner County? The people. We are a community 

that is growing, with excellent schools and resources that make it a good 

place to live and raise a family. The people have always made it great. 

How are you involved in your community? I served as president of 

the Haven Board, and for more than 20 years I have served on the Faulkner 

County Fair Parade Committee. My family has been members of the Second 

Baptist Church for almost 60 years. I was the president of the Conway Athletic 

Booster Club. I am a member of the Arkansas Bar Association, and a member 

of the Arkansas Judicial Counsel and serve as president elect to take office as 

President in October of this year. I am also a member of the National Drug 

Association of Drug Court Professionals. 

Tell us about your family. I have been married to the former Donna Blythe 

for more than 46 years. She is retired from teaching in the Conway Public 

Schools and currently has a business, DBC Mediation. She is also deeply 

involved in animal welfare and the Friends of the Faulkner County Animal 

Shelter. We have three sons: Conway City Attorney Chuck and his wife, 

Shawn; Spencer and his fiancee, Marilyn Boswell; and Grant and his wife, 

Jessica. We have seven grandchildren — 2 girls and 5 boys. We also have a 

Yorkie named Ted, and an English Bulldog named Winnie. 

What does the future hold for you in Faulkner County? I certainly 

hope that I will have the opportunity to continue to serve the citizens as a 

District Judge subject to the March primary. At the end of this term as Circuit 

Judge I will have been on the bench for over 25 years, having heard all types 

of cases, but I see the District Court as a position in which I can continue to 

serve my community for as long as the citizens will let me. I also see Faulkner 

County as a place to retire and enjoy my life with family and friends. 

Any advice for someone just starting out? Set goals and make a plan 

to reach those goals. I have been the beneficiary of innumerable opportunities 

and was blessed to have the support of parents and a wife who let me pursue 

those opportunities to achieve my goals. Be ready with the skills and determination 

to take on any opportunity which will help you obtain your goal. 

Who was your biggest life influence? My parents. After my dad left 

the service in 1946 he began operating service stations in South Arkansas. We 

moved to Conway in 1959 and he continued in that line of work and eventually 

expanded into the restaurant business. He and my mother operated Clawson’s 

Truck Stop for more than 30 years. They came to Conway with a dream of a 

better life and worked hard to make a better life for my brother, Greg my sister, 

Kay and myself. They showed me a strong work ethic and to be honest and deal 

with people the way you would want to be treated. 

Who inspired you to go into your profession? My mother. Before she 

and dad married and for a while thereafter she worked for a lawyer in Smackover, 

Arkansas. She would often talk about what a great person he was and how 

she admired what he was able to do for the people he represented. On some level 

that became an inspiration for my final decision to pursue law as a profession. 

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your education? I am a Conway native. I graduated 

from Conway High School, and received my 

Bachelor’s Degree from Central Baptist College. 

What do you love most about working/living 

in Faulkner County? Definitely the community. 

It is awesome to see how everyone no matter 

what industry you work in, we all come together 

to support our nonprofits and other organizations 

throughout the year. 

To what do you attribute your success? 

God and my family. I have had incredible support 

from my family and my friends. 


I am a member of the Chamber of Commerce 

Ambassadors group, Conway Area Leadership 

Institute, and am a member of the Conway Noon 

Rotary Club. Renewal Ranch is also very involved in 

the community by serving in several capacities. 

Tell us about your family. My wife, Raegan 

McGhee and I were recently married on May 24th. 

We look forward to starting a family in the future. 

Raegan is great at working alongside with me for any 

events we host with Renewal Ranch! 


County? I am seeking a graduate degree in Public 

Service and hope that I can learn more about how I 

can continue to serve our community and support 

the nonprofit sector. 

Who inspired your career path? James Loy, 

and his passion for Renewal Ranch and faith based 

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Summer Supper 

BY LEAH ASHBY AND LINDA MARS 

PHOTOS BY BRANDY-STRAIN-DAYER 

Relax and enjoy a summer evening with these 

easy recipes. Stop by your local farmer‘s market to 

pick up fresh vegetables and juicy strawberries to 

create a meal everyone will love. This is the perfect 

summer menu to entertain family and friends. 


Hawaiian Chicken Kebobs 

These kebabs are loaded with pineapple 

and vegetables, and are big on flavor. 

INGREDIENTS 

1/3 cup ketchup 

1/3 cup packed dark brown sugar 

1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce 

1/4 cup canned pineapple juice 

4 tablespoons olive oil, divided, 

plus more for brushing grill 

1 1/2 tablespoons rice vinegar 

4 garlic cloves, minced (4 teaspoon) 

1 tablespoon minced ginger 

1/2 tsp sesame oil 

Salt and freshly ground black pepper 

1 3/4 pound boneless, skinless chicken 

breast, chopped into 1 1/4-inch cubes 

3 cups (heaping) fresh cubed pineapple 

(about 3/4 of 3 pound pineapple) 

1 1/2 large green peppers, diced into 

1 1/4-inch pieces 

1 large red onion, diced into 

1 1/4-inch pieces 

INSTRUCTIONS 

In a mixing bowl, whisk together 

ketchup, brown sugar, soy sauce, 

pineapple juice, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 

rice vinegar, garlic, ginger and sesame 

oil. Stir in ¾ teaspoon pepper and 

season with salt, if desired. 

Place chicken in gallon size resealable 

bag. Reserve ½ cup of the marinade 

in refrigerator, then pour remaining 

marinade over chicken. Seal bag and 

refrigerate 1 hour (meanwhile soak 10 

wooden skewer sticks in water for 1 

hour). 

Preheat grill over medium heat to 400 

degrees. Meanwhile, drizzle remaining 

2 tablespoons olive oil over red onion, 

bell pepper, and pineapple and toss. 

Season red onion and bell pepper with 

salt and pepper, then thread red onion, 

bell pepper, pineapple and chicken 

onto skewers until all chicken has 

been used. 

Brush grill grates with olive oil, then 

place skewers on grill. Grill 5 minutes, 

then brush along tops with ¼ cup 

remaining marinade. Rotate to opposite 

side and brush remaining ¼ cup 

marinade on opposite side. 

Allow to grill about 4 minutes longer or 

until chicken registers 165 degrees in 

center on an instant read thermometer. 

Serve warm. 

Conway residents Leah Ashby and Linda Mars 

are longtime friends who love entertaining family 

and friends. Leah is a business analyst at Acxiom 

Corporation, and Linda is a registered nurse at Circle 

of Friends Clinic at Arkansas Children’s Hospital. 


German-Inspired 

Bacon Potato Salad 

This can be served warm or chilled, and is a great 

accompaniment to many summer suppers. 

INGREDIENTS 

2 pounds fingerling potatoes or baby gold potatoes, 

halved or quartered, and boil with 2 teaspoons of salt 

1 pound bacon, cooked and crumbled 

1 small red onion, diced 

2 teaspoons minced garlic 

1 medium/large ear fresh sweet corn with kernels cut off 

(3/4 cup frozen corn may be substituted) 

1 to 2 cups fresh baby spinach 

1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped 

DRESSING INGREDIENTS 

3 tablespoons olive oil 

3 tablespoons red wine vinegar 

3 tablespoons Dijon mustard 

1 teaspoon granulated sugar 

1/4 teaspoon salt 

1/4 teaspoon pepper 

INSTRUCTIONS 

Boil and drain potatoes. 

Cook bacon until crisp. Crumble bacon, then set aside. 

To the skillet with the bacon fat, add the onion, corn and 

garlic. Cook until tender. Remove from heat and set aside. 

In a very large bowl, add the olive oil, red wine vinegar, 

mustard, sugar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, pepper, and whisk to 

combine; set aside. 

Add potatoes, ingredients from skillet, spinach, and parsley 

to the large bowl with dressing. Toss well to combine. 

Taste potato salad and make any necessary adjustments, 

adding more salt, pepper, sugar, dash of extra mustard 

or vinegar, etc. as needed. 

Serve warm, or cover and refrigerate until chilled. 

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Mandarin Pasta 

Spinach Salad with 

Teriyaki Dressing 

This salad comes together quickly and 

can be turned into a main dish with 

grilled steak or chicken. 

INGREDIENTS 

8 ounces bowtie pasta 

4 cups spinach leaves 

1/2 cup Craisins (dried cranberries) 

1/3 cup pine nuts or cashews 

1 4-ounce can mandarin oranges, drained 

1/4 cup cilantro leaves, roughly chopped 

DRESSING INGREDIENTS 

1/3 cup teriyaki sauce (the thicker, 

the better!) 

1/3 cup rice wine vinegar 

(may sub apple cider vinegar) 

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 

1/2 teaspoon onion powder (optional) 

1/4 teaspoon salt 

1/4 teaspoon black pepper 

1 tablespoon sugar 

1/2 cup vegetable oil 

(such as canola oil or olive oil) 

INSTRUCTIONS 

Cook pasta according to package 

instructions, drain and rinse with cold 

water. Set aside. 

While pasta is boiling, prepare the 

dressing. In a jar combine all dressing 

ingredients. Cover and shake to 

combine. Chill until ready to use. 

In a large bowl toss together pasta, 

spinach, raisins, nuts, mandarin 

oranges, and cilantro. 

Just before serving pour dressing over 

salad, toss, and serve. 


Bisquick Strawberry Shortcake 

Take advantage of juicy Arkansas strawberries with this 

simple shortcake recipe. 

INGREDIENTS 

2 cups chopped strawberries 

1/4 cup and 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, divided 

2 cups Bisquick Pancake & Baking Mix 

2/3 cup milk 

1 teaspoon vanilla extract 

2 1/2 cups whipped cream 

INSTRUCTIONS 

Preheat the oven to 450°F. 

Add the chopped strawberries to a bowl with 2 tablespoons 

of the sugar. Set aside to let the strawberry 

juices release. 

Combine the Bisquick, the remaining sugar, milk and 

vanilla in a bowl. Mix well until combined; the mixture will 

be sticky. Drop the batter onto a baking sheet to make 

6 discs, using about 1/4 cup for each shortcake. Place 

in the oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the shortcakes 

are golden brown on the top. When the shortcakes are 

cool, slice them in half. 

Fill the middle with whipped cream and strawberries, 

and put the top half on top of the filling. Finish the 

shortcakes off with the remaining whipped cream and 

strawberries, dividing the whipped cream and strawberries 

evenly between all the shortcakes. 


at home 

Updates Actually 

“ 

I gave Beth a large 

amount of creative 

license on this project. I 

had some thoughts but 

relied on her to bring 

concepts to the table. 

Once we got going, 

she figured out what 

I liked and didn‘t like. 

” 

—Dr. Lauren Nolen 

BY: JENNIFER STANLEY 

PHOTOS BY C. NEUMANN - NEUMAN IMAGING 

AND BRANDY STRAIN-DAYER 

The Conway home of Dr. Lauren 

Nolen exudes both comfort and 

sophistication, a rare feat made 

possible by her collaboration with local 

designer Beth Reed of Design Actually. 

Lauren is an obstetrician/gynecologist 

and partner at Conway OB/GYN. She is 

married to Chase Bender, and they have 

a 15-month old daughter, Greer. Chase is 

a consultant in the energy sector. 

The couple purchased their home, which 

was built in 1991, three years ago. The 

residence totals 4520 square feet and 

has four bedrooms, three full baths, and 

two half-baths. Lauren and Chase were 

attracted to the established neighborhood 

and its trees. “The proximity to the 

hospital also helped,” adds Lauren. 

Lauren engaged Beth when tackling the 

home’s design needs. “I stumbled upon 

her Facebook page and looked at photos 

of her previous work. After a consultation 

I decided she was the woman for 

the job,” says Lauren. 

Rather than starting the venture with 

preconceived ideas, Lauren trusted 

Beth’s expertise and eye. “I gave Beth a 

large amount of creative license on this 

project. I had some thoughts but relied 

on her to bring concepts to the table. 

Once we got going, she figured out 

what I liked and didn’t like. From there, 

she created a vision, and we tailored it 

together one piece at a time. It was so 

much fun!” says Lauren. 

“I feel like my clients see my style and 

come to me because they like it and 

trust I can put my spin on their existing 

furniture. For example, in the beginning 

Lauren requested the farmhouse ‘Joanna 


Gaines’ look. Once we dove into other 

options, she saw we could incorporate 

some of those farmhouse touches by 

whitewashing her fabulous arched brick 

in the kitchen to soften the look, for 

example,” says Beth. 

They began with the lighting and 

transitioned to concentrate on the 

main living areas. All interior paint was 

updated to Sherwin Williams Loggia. 

New lighting was added in the kitchen, 

including a pendant light over the sink 

and large lantern pendants with minimal 

frames and exposed bulbs over the bar/ 

island. As mentioned, Beth whitewashed 

the brick archway, which immediately 


modernized the space. Beth also added 

new décor and purchased the new 

barstools placed around the island. 

The dining room was completely 

transformed into a warm, inviting 

space. “I knew we needed to make a 

big change in the drab, brown dining 

room and get rid of the heavily textured 

walls. It all started with the navy-blue 

fabric for the custom drapery, and 

once I found the perfect textured wool 

rug with oversized tassels, I knew it 

would draw people into the room. 

The star of the room is definitely the 

large-scale, patterned navy blue and 

white wallpaper. The style is balanced 

by the farmhouse table and caned back 

dining chairs that were custom covered 

in performance fabric,” says Beth. The 

room also features new cabinets and 

updated the décor items. 

Entering the foyer, the eye is drawn 

to the gorgeous chandelier and the 

custom-made table. Also highlighted 

in the entryway is a beautiful painting 

commissioned by artist V. Noe. The 

living room area is at once elegant and 

inviting and includes new furniture, 

decor, and artwork. “Blues and greens 

tend to show up in the majority of my 

pallets. I think it is important to pull in 

other colors as accents by sprinkling 

them around the room. First, your 

eye may notice the bold yellow lamp 

on the side table, then it may bounce 

to the yellow of the glass vases on 

the fireplace mantel and finally to the 

yellow in the art pieces,” says Beth. 

Lauren and Beth also commissioned V. 

Noe to create four breathtaking pieces 

for the living room. “One particular 

piece of art commissioned is a painting 

of where Chase and I got married, 

Cheesman Park in Denver, Colorado,” 

shares Lauren. 

Lauren says she absolutely hopes to 

work with Beth on future projects, 

adding, “I cannot stress enough how 

awesome Beth has been to work with. 

She has functioned around my crazy 

work schedule, has always kept the 

budget in mind, and has taken any ideas 

I had and expounded on them to make 

them better than I could have imagined.” 


design 

Beth Reed of 

Design Actually 

“ 

My advice would be to stop the Pinning and 

let us take over, so your home can be classic 

versus trendy. 

” 

—Beth Reed, Owner 

Beth Reed of Design Actually loves 

working in partnership with clients 

to create functional, beautiful 

spaces. “We collaborate with our clients 

who want to live well by turning their 

Pinterest dreams into a reality, and we 

curate a design vision for their entire 

home. Listening to our client’s needs and 

cultivating a sense of style, we help weave 

a seamless look throughout, while realizing 

new ways to live within the home. 

My advice would be to stop the Pinning 

and let us take over, so your home can be 

classic versus trendy,” says Beth. 

Beth earned her Bachelor’s Degree in 

Interior Design from the University of 

Central Arkansas in 2005 and is an allied 

member of the American Society of 

Interior Designers as well as a member 

of the Interior Design Society. We had an 

opportunity to ask Beth a few questions 

about her work. 

Describe your first project: 

A: Honestly, I can’t remember the first. 

However, my favorite project during the 

beginning of my career would be The 

Toggery, a children’s boutique in Little 

Rock’s Pleasant Ridge Town Center. I 

was honored to win my first ASID design 

award for the funky and whimsical 

colors and patterns that were used. It 

was then that I found my style. 

What do you consider your biggest 

professional accomplishment? 

A: My most proud professional accomplishment 

would be starting my own 

interior design company. It only seemed 

logical since I love to pull together 

flooring, lighting, furniture, and accessories 

so much. I may as well help others 

fall in love with their own home again. 

What project types do you typically 

pursue? 

A: Our design team takes on a variety of 

projects, each unique in size, scope, and 

style with an emphasis on whole-home 

or whole-room designs, including new 

construction, renovation, furnishing, and 

interior styling. Our website has a variety 

of services to select from, and all projects 

begin with a consultation. 

Each project is unique because it 

reflects the personal style of our clients. 

Collaborations with local artisans and 

craftsmen add exclusivity and luxury to 

every project. We provide direction and 

guidance during the entire process. 

What are you known for in the 

industry? What is your personal 

aesthetic? 

A: I would say my design aesthetic is 

to create classic, transitional, and smart 

spaces for busy professionals who want 

to make good investments. Smart shows 

up in the fibers used in area rugs, fabrics 

on the chairs, and topical treatments that 

can be applied to fabrics or rugs that are 

not inherently stain resistant. Another 

way to be smart is by using functional 

furniture that allows you to maintain 

great conversation. 

Q: What are the benefits of working 

with a designer? 

A: You are able to work with a professional 

who gets to know your style on 

a more in-depth level and understands 

how to best service your needs. 

Designers bring samples to your house, 

so you are able to see them next to the 

existing elements and lighting. 

Q: Where do you draw inspiration? 

A: I typically start with a fabulous fabric, 

patterned tile, or light fixture, and the 

vision comes to me. 

Q: Any additional wisdom to share? 

A: Don’t be afraid of color, and don’t 

buy accessories that are smaller than 

a cantaloupe! Smaller accessories will 

make your space feel cluttered. We opt 

for larger and fewer accessories. 

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at home 

Poolside with the 

Hall ”Pack of 3“ 

Ethan got a tattoo. The tattoo read: PO3, 

which is an expression his Mom says a lot. 

“ 

Since Ethan is an only child, every move 

was difficult, saying good-bye to friends, but 

we always moved as a ’Pack Of Three‘. 

” 

Andy and Dana are now in the process of 

getting their first tattoos that will read PO3 

BY COLLEEN HOLT 


Being a military family, Andy and 

Dana Hall have lived in many 

homes over the years. However, 

their fantastic home in Conway has 

turned out to be the perfect fit for what 

they’re calling their final move! 

Located in the Centennial Valley neighborhood 

of west Conway, the Halls’ 

home is designed for outdoor living, 

featuring a covered patio, a screened-in 

porch, and a fabulous in-ground pool. 

Dana says they use the outdoor space 

for watching TV, entertaining family, 

enjoying cocktails and conversations 

with friends, and just relaxing. 

“Andy and I were fortunate enough to 

find a home that was completely done,” 

says Dana. “We have lived in the home 


since September. We use the screened-in 

porch more than the inside living room!” 

A huge reason the Halls purchased this 

home in particular is the pool itself. “The 

pool was perfect when we moved in. I 

always wanted to live on a golf course 

with a pool,” said Dana. “The house was 

built by a builder (Rex Lovelady) and the 

next owners owned a pool company, 

the Jerrells! Why would you not buy this 

beautiful home? It’s well built and has an 

amazing pool.” 

Looking at the yard as a whole, the scene 

is indicative of life in the pinnacle of 

relaxation. Different conversation areas 

have been created with modern furniture 

(“thank you Cajun Brothers for the beautiful 

furniture!”). Different materials have 

been used – such as natural stone, rock 

and wood – to create visual interest with 

textures. And, finally, the landscaping 

is lovely, with flowering blooms and 

green plants. Personal touches are also 

added, such as a Razorback statue sitting 

amongst the greenery. “The Razorback 

was a gift many years ago. He has lived 

in many flower beds in Georgia, Virginia, 

Pennsylvania, Missouri, and of course 

Arkansas.” 

The Halls are a military family, and Dana 

said this was the 14th and final move for 

her, Andy and their only son, Ethan. “We 

had three tours in Washington DC for a 

total of nine years. Ethan feels his ‘home’ 

is split between Virginia and Georgia, but 

he was actually born in Arkansas. When 

Ethan was in 10th grade in Alexandria, 

Va., attending TC Williams High 

School (if you ever watched the movie 

‘Remember the Titans’, that was his high 

school), Andy was faced with a promotion 

with a move. After a lot of family 

conversation, Andy retired to secure 

Ethan finishing his high school career in 

one place without another disruption. 



When Ethan graduated in June 2018, his 

parents took him to Middle Tennessee 

State University for college, as they 

were on their way moving back to 

Conway. “Since we knew Andy was 

retiring and we could live anywhere, 

we were looking to get close to family 

once Ethan graduated. I was looking 

at one neighborhood for about the last 

two years before the move (Centennial 

Valley). Houses came and went and as 

we traveled through, we would look 

at houses. Andy called a friend in the 

neighborhood and asked if anyone may 

be thinking of listing soon. We TOTALLY 

lucked out! The Jerrells were wanting to 

build another home and we connected!” 

Dana grew up in Springdale and Andy 

grew up in Crossett, and have decided to 

put down their final roots in Arkansas. 

They both attended the University of 

Central Arkansas, and they married in 

July 1997. Dana works for Styker ENT 

and is currently supporting the East 

Region for On-boarding and Education, 

which allows her to also work remotely. 

Andy retired after 28 years in the Army. 

His last job was the Army National 

Guard, G3, having responsibility for 

world-wide ARNG operations, training, 

aviation, mobilization, force structure, 

domestic response and special operations. 

Andy also commanded over 9,000 

Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, Marines and 

Coalition forces (Battalion, Brigade, Task 

Force level), with deployments to Iraq 

and Afghanistan. He is currently working 

in the defense industry for Valiant 


Integrated Services as the Director of 

Army National Guard Programs. 

Family is very important to all three of 

the Halls. Ethan got a tattoo (“Mom 

was pushing against any tattoos ... 

really not a fan ... but it was small, 

over his heart”). The tattoo read: PO3, 

which is an expression his Mom says a 

lot. “Since Ethan is an only child, every 

move was difficult, saying good-bye 

to friends, but we always moved as a 

‘Pack Of Three’.” Andy and Dana are 

now in the process of getting their first 

tattoos that will read PO3, and they 

also just commissioned a painting from 

Vivian Griffith that has multiple hidden 

symbols, including PO3....Pack Of 3. 

“It is pretty full circle that we came back 

to family and friends,” Dana added. 


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Jerrell’s Pools of Conway is all about 

family – the family members who 

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work there, and the customers who walk 

through their doors. 

“We love serving the people of Faulkner 

County. Some of the nicest people reside 

here in Central Arkansas. We love the 

friends we have made through our business,” 

says Melissa Jerrell. She and her 

husband, Matt, work hand-in-hand in 

the family-owned business, along with 

Matt’s mother, Sherry, “who is always in 

the retail store.” 

Jerrell’s Pools has been in business since 

1962, offering services that include 

building and maintaining pools. “We 

build new Gunite and vinyl pools, along 

with maintenance and service on pools. 

We also do water testing,” Melissa said. 

The company has 10 people on staff, 

who are committed to work hard to 

please all their customers. 

“We care about the end product. 

Catching and addressing water issues is 

something we really stress on. We will 

always work to prevent these issues,” 

Matt added. 

One of the biggest jobs for Jerrell’s Pools 

is helping people “create their backyard 

oasis.” Some of their customers know 

what they want, but might not be sure 

how to get there. “We guide them in the 

direction to achieve their end result,” 

Matt said. 

Melissa said that Gunite pools are popular 

these days, “as they allow lots of freedom 

with your design.” As for vinyl pools, 

many are built with sundecks. “These 

are perfect for toddlers to play on or to 

sunbathe in a ledge lounger,” she added. 

Overall, the family and employees at 

Jerrell’s Pools want their customers 

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to create. “I want every family with a 

backyard that has a pool from Jerrell’s to 

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Jerrell‘s Pools is located at 4106 

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Are You Determined? 

BY ANDREA LENNON 

There comes a point in life when 

every believer in Jesus Christ must 

exercise determination in his or 

her walk with God. This point comes at 

different times and for different reasons. 

For some, determination is needed to 

get real about controlling cycles of sin. 

For others, determination is needed to 

recognize overwhelming fears. Most of 

us will face times when determination is 

needed to deal with issues from the past. 

Without a doubt, determination is needed 

every day if we long to grow in our faith. 

At the heart of determination is a desire 

to grow closer to God by demonstrating 

a relentless pursuit of His ways and His 

plans. In this context, determination 

has nothing to do with will power. If 

will power made up determination, we 

would simply demonstrate what we can 

do apart from God. Rather, determination 

for the believer in Jesus Christ is 

a beautiful combination of a personal 

decision to follow God’s will as well as 

a daily surrender to God and His life 

changing power. Ultimately, determination 

is exercised each time we embrace 

God’s ways and plans even when they 

are hard to understand or accept. 

Jesus displayed determination during His 

time on this earth. Luke 9:51 states, “As 

the time approached for him to be taken 

up to heaven, Jesus resolutely set out for 

Jerusalem.” (New International Version) 

Luke 9:51 challenges me on many levels 

and is probably one of my favorite 

moments in Jesus’ earthly ministry. Jesus 

knew the reason He was returning to 

Jerusalem. Jesus knew it was time for His 

death. Nothing about Jesus’ death was 

going to be easy. His death was going to 

be painful on every level. Jesus would 

experience separation from His Father 

as He paid for our sins. Jesus would 

also experience physical pain as He was 

beaten and nailed to a cross. 

As Jesus faced the task of returning 

to Jerusalem, the Bible states that He 

was resolute in His determination to 

accomplish the will of the Father. To be 

resolute means to be purposeful and 

unwavering. Jesus took the necessary 

steps to be obedient to God when He 

“set out” for Jerusalem. 

Jesus’ life provides the perfect example 

for us. Jesus responded to the hardest 

call on His life with a relentless pursuit of 

God’s plan. Today, do you face a situation 

that requires a God-sized amount 

of determination? Perhaps this situation 

involves overcoming an area of sin, facing 

an overwhelming fear, dealing with an 

unresolved issue from your past, or daily 

answering God’s call to live for Him. 

If so, set your mind to action by making 

a personal decision to follow God’s 

will as you daily surrender to His life 

changing power. Then “set out” to 

accomplish His will by taking the necessary 

steps, both big and small, to make 

spiritual progress in your life. As you 

do, you will demonstrate a determined 

walk with God that is not based on 

your ability but rather on God’s power 

at work in you. The good news is that 

Godly determination leads to surrender 

and surrender leads to freedom. Peace is 

right around the corner because determination 

positions you to experience the 

presence of God in your daily life. So, 

I have one question for you. “Are you 

determined to follow Jesus?” 

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calling is to teach women to know the truth, live the truth, and share the 

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Paige Martin Reynolds, AST Actor, 

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Mary Ruth Marotte, AST Executive 

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months of life, however there are several 

important growth and development factors 

that must be evaluated in each child during 

the first decade of life. It is often your child’s 

dentist who becomes the guardian of normal 

facial growth and development. The role of 

your dentist is more than just taking care of 

your child’s teeth. It is their goal to monitor and 

guide the growth and development of young 

children to achieve the following: 

• Optimal esthetics 

• A beautiful “full smile” 

• A normal and functional bite 

• No TMJ problems 

• No sleep disordered breathing 

• A lifetime of oral health 

Many parents are unaware that 60% of their 

child’s facial development is completed by the 

age of 8, and that 90% of facial development is 

completed by the age of 12. This means that the 

earlier your child sees a dentist, the better the 

opportunity to detect and correct any growth 

and development problems that may be present. 

One of the most common abnormalities in a 

child’s facial growth and development is caused 

by a compromised airway — the inability to 

breathe properly through the nose. Children 

who cannot breathe well through their nose will 

tend to breathe through their mouth. This sets 

up a chain of events which may severely impact 

not only the health of a child, but also the way a 

child’s facial features develop, and ultimately the 

way a child looks as an adult. 

The effects of a compromised airway on the 

growth of a child are revealed in many ways. The 

tongue often positions itself snugly in the lower 

jaw to allow a child to breathe more readily 

through the mouth. This in turn changes the 

growth of the lower jaw so that it grows more 

vertically. This change in growth direction makes 

the child’s face grow longer. At the same time 

since nasal breathing is severely compromised, 

the upper jaw and midface (the nasal bones, 

cheek bones, and bones supporting the tissue of 

the face) fail to develop at a normal rate because 

the natural growth stimulant of air flow through 

the nose is absent. This results in a deficiency 

of growth of the upper jaw and midface, which 

added to the long facial growth from the lower 

jaw, directly impacts the facial balance and 

appearance of a child and later as an adult. 

As parents we often see the signs of airway 

problems, but they often go unnoticed. Here are 

a few common symptoms of airway problems: 

• Mouth breathing – lips apart 

• Chapped lips and soft tissue gingivitis 

• Venous pooling beneath the eyes – dark 

circles beneath the eyes 

• Change in head posture – posturing the 

head forward and/or tipping the forehead 

backwards 

• Tonsil and adenoid problems – chronic 

sinus problems, throat problems 

• Snoring – children do not usually snore 

• Loud grinding of teeth during sleep 

• Bed wetting 

• Reflux in the eustachian tube – leads to 

inner ear infections. 

The child’s dentist working closely with an 

ENT (Ear, Nose and Throat Specialist) can 

help to assess and eliminate the causative 

factors of facial growth abnormalities. When 

corrected early in a child’s life, the facial 

growth is encouraged to return to harmonious 

growth and development. In those cases 

where facial growth changes are significant 

and facial harmony is disrupted, the dentist 

may intervene and guide the child’s growth 

back to normal. Using various oral appliances, 

the dentist can actually modify the abnormal 

growth pattern and restore the balance of 

growth that nature intended. 

If you have a concern about your child’s ability 

to breathe, or rate of growth and development 

discuss it with your dentist or otolaryngologist. 

If you would like to speak to Dr. Stephen Deal 

about these aspects of your child’s health, you 

can make an appointment for evaluation by 

calling (501) 679-4700. 

General Dentist: Dr. Stephen Deal, DDS, 

DFBI, FAGD, FIAO, CDE, Greenbrier, AR 

Because your 

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Arkansas Community Foundation 

of Faulkner County announces 

2019 Grant Recipients 

Faulkner County Community 

Foundation, an affiliate of 

Arkansas Community Foundation, 

announced $33,375 in grants 

for nonprofits in Faulkner County. 

The three grant programs 

administered by the local affiliate 

board awarded $22,875 in Giving 

Tree Grants, $8,000 in Venture 

Task Force grants, $5,000 in Grade 

Level Reading and $2,500 in Stop 

Hunger. These grant awards were 

announced at the annual Celebration 

of Giving on May 14, 2019. 


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Rally for Recovery 

There were about 600 in attendance for the 5th 

Annual Renewal Ranch Rally for Recovery, held at 

Conway Expo Center & Fairgrounds on the 18th of 

May. This year’s Rally for Recovery was presented by 

First Security Bank. 

Renewal Ranch is a non-profit, faith-based 

organization dedicated to restoring broken lives 

through Christ, while providing the resources needed 

to lead productive lives free from drug and alcohol 

abuse. The Rally is designed to increase awareness 

about the devastation of drug and alcohol addiction, 

while providing hope that freedom from addiction is 

possible. 

For the second year, Renewal Ranch partnered with 

Tacos 4 Life raising 1,400 meals to feed those in need 

across the seas. Andy’s Frozen Custard also sponsored 

the event by providing dessert for those attending. 

Other sponsors for the event included Arrow 

Plumbing, Conway Corporation, Kathy Linn, 

Car-Son Construction, Steve Landers Toyota, 

Cousins’ Office Furniture, Circle Z Ranch & Cattle 

Co, M&L Properties, Heritage Bible Church, and 

Tipton Equipment Restaurant Supply. 

The event raised over $70,000, $15,000 of which was 

in a single offering during the night. 

Robert Lewis, creator of Men’s Fraternity and author 

of “Raising a Modern-Day Knight,” was the keynote 

speaker. Lewis is also the pastor-at-large for Fellowship 

Bible Church in Little Rock. 

Chase Moser, the Phase I Supervisor, gave his 

testimony of how God has delivered him from a life 

of addiction and brought him to working within the 

ministry of Renewal Ranch and is currently pursuing a 

degree in Leadership in Ministry from Central Baptist 

College. Laurie Milholland, the mother of a current 

Phase I resident also spoke of the hope she now has 

for her son, the joy of seeing him each Saturday at 

Renewal Ranch chapel services, and about the power 

of prayer which has shown tangible results within her 

family. Graduates of the program and their families 

walked the stage and spoke of how God has forever 

changed their lives, and for many of them reunited 

them with their families. 

For more information contact Bryce McGhee at 

501.733.4263 or at marketing@renewalranch.net. 


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For information about all UCA Outreach events, visit UCA.EDU/Outreach or call 501-450-3118. 

June 3–6 | 10am–3pm 

UCA, Mashburn Hall 

STEMulate Engineering Academy: 

Aspiring engineers and scientists entering 

grades 3 – 6 may attend. Students will “act 

as real-world engineers” as they dig into 

problems and design solutions. The focus 

this year will be engineering solutions to 

problems for superheroes. 

Visit uca.edu/camps to register. 

June 3–7, June 10–14, June 17–21 

or June 24–28 | 8:30am–2:30pm 

UCA Child Study Center 

UCA Super Kids: Super Kids represents 

the belief that all students are super and 

thus should have the opportunity to attend 

a hands-on science based camps. This camp 

is for rising 1st, 2nd and 3rd grade students. 


June 4–June 29 | 9am–12pm 

UCA, Snow Fine Arts Center 

UCA Youth Theatre of Central 

Arkansas Intensive Program – Junior 

Theatre (entering grades 5 – 8): 

The annual Youth Theatre of Central 

Arkansas Summer Intensive Program is 

dedicated to providing quality, intense 

training to young people in order to introduce 

and encourage them to experience the 

creative, imaginative world of theatre. YTCA 

offers training and working in a professional 

environment, on state and behind the scenes. 


June 4–29 | 1–4pm 

UCA, Snow Fine Arts Center & Black Box 

UCA Youth Theatre of Central 

Arkansas Intensive Program – Senior 

Theatre (entering grades 9 – 12): 

The annual Youth Theatre of Central 

Arkansas Summer Intensive Program is 

dedicated to providing quality, intense 

training to young people in order to introduce 

and encourage them to experience the 

creative, imaginative world of theatre. YTCA 

offers training and working in a professional 

environment, on state and behind the scenes. 


June 11–August 1 | 8:30–10:30am 

Tuesdays & Thursdays 

UCA, Speech, Language, Hearing Clinic 

Smooth Sailing Days 2019: The UCA 

Department of Communication Sciences 

and Disorders invites children who stutter to 

participate in the Summer Fluency Program. 

The program is designed to provide speech 

services to school-age children who stutter. 

It is specifically geared toward children who 

need to manage their stuttering and enhance 

fluency in both learning and recreational 

activities. Visit uca.edu/camps to register. 

June 23-28 | Residential Camp | UCA 

Analysis and Investigation through 

Cyber-Based Scenarios Camp (AICS): 

AICS is a scenario-based cyber security camp 

where students act as homeland security 

field agents to solve cyber security issues by 

determining who is responsible, how they 

did it and what actions should be in place to 

detect and prevent future threats. This camp 

is for rising 10th – 12th grade students. Visit 

uca.edu/camps to register. 

June 24-28 | 8am–3pm 

UCA, Mashburn Hall 

Bearswrite: From Pencils to Pixels 

Creative Writing Camp: Bearswrite will 

involve students in five action-paced days 

of creative writing using both traditional 

methods and writing with technology. 

Aspiring authors entering grades 4 to 9 may 

attend. Visit uca.edu/camps to register. 

June 25-27 | 9am–12pm | UCA Downtown 

Cubs in the Kitchen: Culinary Camp: 

This three-day camp for kids ages 8 – 12 

is back by popular demand. Each day your 

child will learn about each food group and 

explore innovative ways to incorporate 

different foods into their diets. Visit uca.edu/ 

camps to register. 

UCA also offers a variety of 

athletic camps for ages 6–18. 

Visit uca.edu/camps for complete listing. 

June 25-29 | 9am–3pm | UCA 

2019 STEM Academy @ UCA: This is a 

one-week immersion experience for students 

entering grades 9 – 12. Three complementary 

activities (1) data analysis and visualization 

(2) empirical modeling and analysis and (3) 

toxicology and microscopy are developed 

to guide students to design, implement and 

analyze data from their own experiment 

with heart rates for Daphnia magna (water 

flea). Visit uca.edu/camps to register. 

June 26-29 | Residential | UCA 

IT Careers Camp: Any student who is 

going to enter grade 9 through 12 in the fall 

of 2019 may apply. Students will learn about 

IT careers, IT skills (web or game development), 

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