New Eagle Scouts

Ryan Lynch, 17, is the son of John and Wendy Lynch of Bryant. He is a member of Troop 99 at Salem Methodist Church in Salem. For his Eagle Scout Project, Ryan built a bridge for First Southern Baptist Church in Bryant to allow the full use of the property.

Ethan Chisom, 18, is the son of Eric and Stephanie Chisom of Monticello and Carol Chisom of Star City. He is a member of Troop 167 at First United Methodist Church in Monticello. For his Eagle Project, Ethan cleared brush and repainted fire plugs for the fire department.

Brodey Barnett, 18, is the son of Billy and Pam Barnett of Monticello. He is a lone scout. For his Eagle Project, Brodey enlarged the playground at Rose Hill Free Will Baptist Church in Monticello and installed a commercial-grade swing set.

Hunter Trussell, 18, is the son of Dr. Anne and Larry Trussell of Conway. He is a member of Troop 78 at St. Joseph School in Conway. For his Eagle Project, Hunter repainted railings and spruced up the flowerbeds at the Southside Head Start Center in Conway.

Mark Powell, 18, is the son of Stan and Janet Powell of Roland. He is a member of Troop 725 at Winfield United Methodist Church in Little Rock. For his Eagle Project, Mark organized a blood drive for the American Red Cross at the former Saddle Creek Church in west Little Rock.

Kevin Roach, 16, is the son of Mike and Teresa Roach of Little Rock. He is a member of Troop 262 at Henderson United Methodist Church in Little Rock. For his Eagle Project, Kevin held a book drive that collected over 7,000 books for local charities and nonprofits.

Will Wetsell, 17, is the son of Kirk and Liz Wetsell of Austin. He is a member of Troop 23 at Cabot United Methodist Church. For his Eagle Project, Will repaired, cleaned and painted the fellowship building of the Jacksonville Christian Fellowship church.

Cameron Dulaney, 16, is the son of Teddy and Audra Dulaney of Jonesboro. He is a member of Troop 115 at United Methodist Church in Bono. For his Eagle Project, Cameron cleaned, repaired and repainted the pavilions at Valley View School in Jonesboro.

Matthew Smith, 15, is the son of Barry and Carrie Smith of Jonesboro. He is a member of Troop 134 at Community Fellowship Church in Jonesboro. For his Eagle Project, Matthew built concrete stairs with handrails for easier access from the parking lot of Pilgrim Lutheran Church to Concordia Christian Academy in Jonesboro.

Matthew McWilliams, 17, is the son of Charles and Meredith McWilliams of Conway. He is a member of Troop 78 at the Troop 78 Scout Hut in Conway. For his Eagle Project, Matthew restored part of a playground outside of the Knights of Columbus Hall in Conway.

The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette would like to recognize the accomplishments of new Eagle Scouts by publishing their profiles and pictures.

  1. Submit the information requested on the profile sheet to 121 E. Capitol Ave., Little Rock, Ark. 72201.

  2. Enclose with this form the picture of the Eagle Scout you wish published. Clear head shots and glossy (not matte) finish are best. Photos can not be returned. Photos may be emailed (high resolution, please) to CB Byrd at cbyrd@arkansasonline.com.

  3. If a picture is unavailable, the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette will photograph the new Eagle Scout. Phone ahead at (501) 378-3485 and ask for CB Byrd to make an appointment.

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