Who We Are:

Randolph County Cornerstone Coalition is a grassroots, non-profit coalition.  Local coalitions have changed the way American communities respond to the threats of alcohol, tobacco, and other drug (ATOD) abuse. Coalitions have brought together entire communities to transform themselves. In communities where drugs have created overwhelming problems, coalitions have been key to the development of effective solutions.

The Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America (CADCA) National Community Anti-Drug Institute defines coalitions as a “formal arrangement for collaboration between groups or sectors of a community, in which each group retains its identity but all agree to work together toward a common goal of building a safe healthy, and drug-free community.” The successful anti-drug coalition will bring together the entire community – parents, business, media, schools, colleges/universities, judiciary courts, a representative that brings perspective on cultural diversity, Drug Alcohol Safety Education Program officers youth-serving organizations, law enforcement, religious or fraternal organizations, civic and volunteer groups, healthcare professionals, elected officials, state and local government agencies with expertise in the field of substance abuse, youth, and other organizations involved in reducing substance abuse.

Board Member Bios:

Bev Ducker - President

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Bev Ducker is married to Phil Ducker.  They have two children:  Amy Sorg and Jeremy Ducker.  They have five grandchildren:  Claire Sorg, Mary Beth Sorg, Andrew Roberts, Adrianna Robert, and Jonas Ducker.  Currently Bev is the President of Bancorp South in Pocahontas, AR.

Education:

·         Pocahontas High School

·         MidSouth School of Banking

·         ABA Lending School

·         Professional Banking Service Compliance School

·         American Bankers Association Compliance School

·         Arkansas State University

Organizations:

·         Randolph County Literary Council – Board Member and Treasurer

·         Kiwanis Club of Pocahontas – Board Member and President Elect

·         NEA JumpStart Coalition – Secretary

·         Midsouth Health Systems – Board Member

·         Randolph County Chamber of Commerce – Board Member

“Children are the leaders of our tomorrow.  It is our responsibility as both adults and parents to assist them and encourage them to maintain healthy lifestyles in order that they can ‘Be all they want to be.’  My goal for the coalition is to provide opportunities for education on maintaining positive life styles and making good decisions to our children and youth.”

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Rhonda Eveland is married to Donnie Eveland.  Together they share six children and 18 grandchildren.  Currently Rhonda is the advocate coordinator for Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) Third Judicial District.

Education:

·         Imboden High School

·         Black River Technical College

Organizations:

·         State CASA

·         National CASA

·         Lawrence County ATOD

·         Central Arkansas Volunteerism Association

 “If not me, then who?” – Marie Morris

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Sally is married to David Wellman and they have three sons.  She retired from the Pocahontas School District and she is currently the graphic artist for Southern Signs.  Sally helped found the Cornerstone in 1999 and she was also instrumental in the Cornerstone achieving 501 (c)(3) status.

Education:

·         BSE of Art Education from Arkansas State University

·         MSE of Guidance Counseling from Arkansas State University

Organizations:

·         NEArSCA, Drug & Safe-Free School Coordinator

·         Pocahontas District Drug Advisory Council

·         Parent Facilitator for PJHS

·         Randolph County Cornerstone Coalition – Founder & Past President

“Randolph Countyhas always been a very giving community.  Working together  I know that we can make Randolph County a drug free community that will be a safe place for our kids and be a community that we all can be proud of”

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Jim has served as the Executive director of Black River Area Development, INC (BRAD).  He has 42 years of experience as the executive director of a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization assisting primarily low-income families in Clay County , Lawrence County , and Randolph County .  BRAD has the following operating programs:  SPFSIG (Cornerstone Coalition), CSBG, AR Public Transit, HUD Housing, Department of Energy Weatherization, Head Start, and Early Head Start.

Education:

·         Walnut Ridge Public Schools

·         BSE – Business Administration from University of Arkansas

Organizations:

·         Kiwanis of Pocahontas – Board Member

·         Lawrence County Health Coalition

·         Interest on Lawyers Trust Account (IOLTA) – Board of Directors

·         ASU Training & Technical Assistance Advisory Committee for Head Start

·         AR Blue Cross/Blue Shield Regional Subscriber Council

·         Arkansas Community Action Agencies Association

·         Children’s Shelter of Lawrence County – Board of Directors

·         Walnut Ridge School Board

Jackie Salyard - Treasurer

 

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Jackie has lived in Pocahontas her entire life.  Not only was she born and raised there but her husband Don Salyards is also a hometown boy.  Together they have continued on with this tradition by also choosing to raise their children in Pocahontas.  Currently Jackie servers as the Randolph County Librarian.

Education:

·         Pocahontas High School

·         Associates Degree from Black River Technical College

Organizations:

·         Randolph County Library “Story Time”

·         Randolph County Literacy Council – President

·         BanCorp South Community Advisory Board

·         Salvation Army

“Without a vision, we perish.”

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Kim is married and has two children.  Currently Kim is a therapist for MidSouth Health Systems.  She has worked with the your of Randolph County for the past 15 years.

Education:

·         BSE Social Work from Arkansas State University

·         MSE Social Work from University of Arkansas at Little Rock

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Lyda is a native of Randolph County who after 42 years of service has retired from DHS.  She now currently substitutes at the Maynard Pre-School .  She is a very people orientated person and enjoys participating in community activities.

Education:

·         Maynard High School

Organizations:

·         Stokes Church of Christ

·         Brockett

·         Fourche Extension Club

·         Maynard School Alumni and Friends Association – Secretary

        
“I have always enjoyed working with the younger people and helping them progress in life and make better decisions.”

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Kris is a Pocahontas native who enjoys playing music with his band, Chilly Rose, and all outdoor sports.  Currently he is the Director of the Energy Weatherization Department at Black River Area Development INC (BRAD).

Education:

·         Pocahontas High School

·         Black River Technical College

Organizations:

·         St. Paul ’s Church

·         Communities Anti-Drug Coalitions of America (CADCA

“Experience is what you get when you don’t get what you wanted.” – Randy Pausch

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Lindsay relocated to Randolph Countyin 2008.  She loves to cook and is an avid reader.  Currently she is the Director of the Strategic Prevention Framework State Incentive Grant (SPFSIG) that the Cornerstone was awarded.

Education:

·         Newport High School

·         BSE Business Administration from Arkansas State University

Organizations:

·         Kiwanis Club of Pocahontas

·         Arkansas Prevention Network (APNet)

·         Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America (CADCA)

·         Teens of Northeast (TONE) Conference Adult Leader

“Success is often achieved by those who don’t know that failure is inevitable.”  - Coco Chanel

Derek Waddell – SPFSIG Assistant Director

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Derek was born and raised in Randolph County .  Currently he is the SPFSIG Assistant Director and is attending Black River Technical College to obtain an Associates of Art Degree.

Education:

·         Maynard High School

·         Black River Technical College

Organizations:

·         Maynard Changin How Adolescents Manage Pressure (CHAMPS) – Founder

·         Maynard Alumni – Reporter

·         4-H – Event Coordinator

·         Maynard Church of Christ

·         TONE

·         Youth in Action

·         Relay for Life

        
“Kids have choices to make.  It is time to work together to make the decision to be drug and alcohol free an easy choice for them.”