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SR Lady Tigers Anchor Cedarville Down And Sail To Victory

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SR Lady Tigers Anchor Cedarville Down And Sail To Victory

After losing multiple All-State and All-Conference players to graduation in early 2024, the Mansfield Lady Tigers knew they would face an uphill battle to maintain their dominant reputation. The pressure doubled when Mansfield moved up from 2A competition to 3A for the 2024-25 season. But head coach, Ethan Bowman, knows what it takes to win at any level and has coached the Lady Tigers through the ups and downs of the treacherous 3A schedule as Mansfield held a 2-1 record going into their January 4th matchup with conference foe Cedarville. The Lady Tigers and Lady Pirates put on quite a show for the fans, but it was Mansfield who sailed away with the 46-38 win to bump up their conference record to 4-1.

The Lady Tigers jumped on Cedarville early with junior Kaylee Ward putting up a pair of free throws and then following that up with a long-range three. The 3A opponents swapped turnovers and good defense for the most part of the opening quarter, but it was Mansfield who pulled away with a 10-0 lead midway through the first quarter. Cedarville was able to push out a post shot to get on the board with 0:24 left in the opening quarter, but it was Shelbie Fuller who sank a free throw for the final points as the first quarter closed with an 11-4 Lady Tiger lead. Cedarville began the second quarter with a pair of free shots after being fouled and made the best of the opportunity by sinking both shots. Turnovers, fouls, and missed shots by Mansfield kept the Lady Pirates’ flags flying, but capitalizing on the Lady Tigers’ mistakes was easier said than done by the Lady Pirates as the score stood 11-6 with 4:51 left in the second quarter. Kaylee Ward broke the streak though with a put-back shot at the three-minute mark, but Cedarville went right back to their end of the court and made a put-back of their own. Shelbie Fuller again came to the rescue by hitting a free throw to extend the Lady Tigers’ lead. Cedarville saw the Lady Tigers one point and raised them with a three-pointer to close the gap to a two-point lead for Mansfield. A total of three points was all Mansfield could muster up in the second quarter though as the Lady Tigers went into halftime with a narrow 14-12 lead on Cedarville.

Trinity Triska came out on fire for the Lady Tigers by draining a three-pointer from downtown to send Mansfield into a 17-12 lead, but Cedarville’s cannons were lit and ready to fire at will. The Lady Pirates sank a three and then followed that up with a pair of board buckets to take a 19-17 lead over Mansfield. Kaylee Ward brought the Lady Tigers back to tie the game at 19-19, but fouls by Mansfield allowed Cedarville to regain the lead to a 22-19 score. Ward again put up a two-point board bucket before Coach Bowman called a timeout to strategize with the Lady Tigers on how to get the lead back. Trinity Triska is how as she stole the ball from Cedarville and sank a three-pointer to boot. The Lady Pirates hit a layup shortly after, but Kaylee Ward put in two free throws to allow the Lady Tigers to regain the lead with a 26-25 score. Triska and Ward continued their momentum swing for Mansfield with a Triska assist for a Ward board bucket to push the scoreboard to 28-25 in the Lady Tigers’ favor. Presley Curry joined the momentum movement by sinking a three-pointer which forced Cedarville to call a timeout with 1:03 left in the third quarter. Like clockwork, Shelbie Fuller closed out the scoring for Mansfield with a free throw as Mansfield entered the final quarter with a 33-25 lead over Cedarville.

Mansfield started the fourth quarter with a breakaway by Abby Smith for a smooth layup to extend the lead to ten points. Cedarville fired right back to set the score at 35-27 with 6:02 left in the game, but the next few minutes were a sloppy mess of errors by both teams. Cedarville broke the sloppy trend by putting up a bucket with 3:54 on the clock, but fouled Kaylee Ward who went one for two from the line to give the Lady Tigers a 36-30 advantage. Ward again put points up with a layup forcing Cedarville to take another timeout at the 3:11 mark. Coming out of the timeout, Trinity Triska stole the ball from the Lady Pirates and fed it to Abby Smith for a flawless layup. Kaylee Ward extended the Lady Tigers lead to 42-31 by powering to the basket for two points, but a Cedarville score followed by a Mansfield turnover that led to a Lady Pirates three-pointer narrowed Mansfield’s lead to 42-36 with less than a minute to play. Mansfield was too much for Cedarville in the end though as Kaylee Ward dropped two more free throws to give the Lady Tigers a 46-38 victory.

SR Tigers Win Game Of Battleship Against Pirates

Adam Hecox
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SR Tigers Win Game Of Battleship Against Pirates

Mansfield versus Cedarville in any sport always seems to leave fans on the edge of their seat. With the Tigers now in the 3A in basketball, that means the Tigers and Pirates will be facing off against each other in multiple sports each season for the next couple of years. What more could fans want? Basketball is a sport that has illuded these two programs for a while now when it comes to conference play, but on Saturday, January 4th the Tigers and Pirates hit the hardwood leaving everything on the court in a showstopping 3A showdown.

Mansfield’s Joseph Carter won the tip off giving the Tigers the first possession of the game. Cedarville fouled the Tigers quickly sending Cameron Pettus to the line, but Pettus went 0-2 on his free throws. Winston Allison promptly made up for it with a three-pointer to give the Tigers their first points of the game and a 3-0 lead. Cedarville fired right back with a board bucket, but Cameron Pettus showed that his early shots wouldn’t phase him as he drained a three-pointer. Samuel Burton then took a turnover from Cedarville and powered in for a layup forcing Cedarville to call a timeout with Mansfield in the lead 8-2. The timeout did not benefit the Pirates as the Tigers continued their high-speed and high-pressure game plan. Samuel and Daniel Burton’s early heat caught fire with less than three minutes left in the opening quarter as the brothers were successful on shots inside the box and outside the perimeter to help Mansfield close out the first quarter with a 17-7 lead.

While the Burton brothers blew the Pirates away in the first quarter, the Tigers showed they’re a well-oiled team as Cameron Pettus and Joseph Carter put in a pair of two-point buckets before Cedarville could net their first shot. A foul by the Pirates allowed Pettus to drop in a free throw giving Mansfield a 22-12 lead on Cedarville with 5:11 left in the half. Andrew Burton tacked on a free throw to the scoreboard before Cedarville could get their third basket of the second quarter. Winston Allison added a pair of free throws, but Cedarville answered back with a long-range three-pointer. Daniel Burton landed a layup and followed that up with a lay-stuck as the ball froze on the top of the rim. The slight pause in the game to get the ball down didn’t slow down the Tigers though as they continued to pound away at Cedarville with under two minutes left in the half and a 27-17 lead. Winston Allison pulled a twist and scored through traffic to put the Tigers up by twelve points as the clock ticked down. The Tigers were able to tack on a free throw as the clock ran out and go into halftime leading the Pirates 31-19.

Cedarville came out of the half with an early board bucket to close the score within ten points, but Samuel was fouled soon after allowing Burton to get a point from the free-throw line. Both teams seemed a little off after that as passes, fouls, and turnovers were made for the next couple of minutes. Cedarville made the first points after lull with a layup at the 4:12 mark of the third quarter setting the score at 32-23. The Pirates didn’t stop there though as they rattled off two more buckets and two three-pointers to take a 33-32 lead before the Tigers could respond. Andrew Burton regained the lead for the Tigers with a powerful drive to the net, but a one-point lead wouldn’t cut it with Cedarville’s momentum. Luckily for Mansfield, the clock and a pair of Andrew Burton free throws allowed Mansfield to keep their lead going into the final quarter with a 36-33 score.

What was an early blowout in the opening quarter was now a nailbiter as Mansfield and Cedarville stepped onto the court for the fourth and final quarter of the game. Both teams traded missed shots and turnovers for the first minute before Cedarville was left open for a short shot for the score. Winston Allison fired back with a short shot of his own followed by a Samuel Burton steal for a breakaway layup to stretch the Tiger’s lead to 40-35. Cedarville put the Tigers in foul trouble and gained a point off a foul, but Joseph Carter came off the bench to drop back-to-back layups for the Tigers to make up for it. Winston Allison drew a foul and dropped a pair of free throws and just like that, the Tigers were up by double digits again with a 46-36 score forcing Cedarville to take a timeout. Cedarville came out of the timeout with a board bucket, but Cameron Pettus rallied up and sank a shot of his own. Samuel Burton then took another steal from a breakaway layup shifting the game into high gear with just 2:34 remaining in the game. After the Tigers run, the Pirates again took a timeout to calm their nerves. Cedarville quickly put up a score, but Mansfield was content with the eight-point lead and chose to burn some time off the clock. The tik-tok-tik-tok of the clock winding down forced Cedarville to start fouling to slow the game down in their favor. With 1:01 left in the game and a 50-42 lead, Mansfield called a time-out to set up a game plan for the final minute. The plan was to let Cedarville foul and take the free throws to victory. And that’s exactly what the Tigers did as Mansfield strolled on to defeat Cedarville with a final score of 57-44.

Timepiece: The life of Winthrop Rockefeller, WINROCK

Tammy Teague
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Timepiece: The life of Winthrop Rockefeller, WINROCK

By Dr. Curtis Varnell

The largest shift in Arkansas politics since reconstruction days occurred with the election of Winthrop Rockefeller in 1966.  Rockefeller, the grandson of Standard Oil baron, John D. Rockefeller, was the first Republican elected as governor in nearly a century.  The changes and reforms brought about during his administration impacted the course of history for the state and began the true two-party system that exist today.

Winthrop Rockefeller was kind of an anomaly for his social status and time.  As grandson of John D. Rockefeller, he was born into extreme wealth and social privilege but always seemed rather reluctant to fit into the jet set into which he was born.  He withdrew from Yell during his third year of study without taking a degree and went to work in the oil fields.  Surprisingly, he turned down upper echelon jobs in the business and took a job as an apprentice roughneck working the oil fields with the common man.  Latter, he described this as some of the happiest days of his life.  

In 1941, nearly a year before the U.S. entered WWII, Rockefeller again showed his independence, and perhaps his rejection of his family’s lifestyle, by joining the Army as a private.  He later completed officer training and eventually worked his way up to commander of H Company, 305th Infantry.  Described as a swashbuckling commander with a dashing smile and a handlebar mustache, he saw considerable action in the south Pacific.  He was in the Battle of Guam and Okinawa, suffering burns from a kamikaze attack in the latter.  Eventually, he reached the rank of lieutenant colonel and received a number of metals along the way.  It was during this time he meet and became friends with an Arkansan named Frank Newell.  Their friendship became one of the defining moments of Arkansas history.

In 1953, following an unhappy marriage and divorce, he visited Frank Newell in Arkansas.  Many reasons are given for his attraction to Arkansas.   Among those were his desire to be free from the expectations of his family, his political desires, his philanthropic nature, or perhaps his attraction to a sampler life.  For whatever reason, his life from that point on intersected with Arkansas history. 

Rockefeller bought several hundred acres of land on Petit Jean mountain and established an enterprising cattle ranch on the worn-out cotton lands.  Featuring Santa Gertrudis cattle purchased from the King ranch of Texas, he developed a model ranch geared to research and the establishment of best farming practices. 

Within a short time, he became involved in politics.  He was first appointed to the Arkansas Industrial Development Commission and, with his national and international ties, was wildly successful in bringing industry to the state. 

Arkansas was a part of the one-party Democrat south.  In the 1960’s, less than 11 % of the state identified as Republican.  For over a decade, the party had been led by conservative Orville Faubus and he controlled politics at every level down to city government.  Rockefeller ran against him in 1964 and lost, vowing to return for another run in 1966.  

In a twist from the modern platforms for the two parties, in the 1960’s the Democrats were the conservative and traditionalist.  They identified with segregationists, in fact Justice Jim Johnson, the democrat candidate in 1966, was a follower of George Wallace.  Rockefeller, on the other hand, advocated for reform, revision of the state constitution, teacher tenure, kindergarten, and a state minimum wage.  Winning in 1966, he was able to make headway in all of the above. He successfully completed integration of Arkansas schools (and was the only Southern Governor to hold a public mourning at the death of Martin L. King Jr.) and helped institute the Freedom of Information Act.

Rockefeller served two terms as Governor and, upon his death, was cremated and buried on Petit Jean Mountain.  Today, much of Winrock farms has been deeded to the U/A as the Winrock International Research and Training Center.  It continues Rockefellers vision for livestock research, rural development, and center for educational improvement. 

State Capitol Week in Review from Senator Terry Rice

Tammy Teague
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State Capitol Week in Review from Senator Terry Rice

LITTLE ROCK – Anyone who commits a violent felony in 2025 will learn that Arkansas law has become much tougher on serious criminals.

They will serve longer prison sentences, and many serious offenders will not be eligible for early release. If they are eligible, they will have to work harder to earn it. If they satisfy all the conditions for parole and early release, their supervision will be stricter and they will be returned to prison if they continue to flout the law.

The tougher prison sentences are in Act 659, also known as the Protect Arkansas Act. The legislature passed it by an overwhelming margin in 2023, but several provisions for longer sentences and stricter parole conditions took effect on January 1, 2025.

It’s common for significant new laws to be phased in over an extended period, so that officials have time to put new rules in place. That is certainly true of Act 659, which makes dramatic changes in prisons and the criminal justice system.

One goal is to provide juries with more accurate information about the length of the actual prison sentences time that convicted criminals are truly going to serve.

Criminals convicted of rape and capital murder will serve 100 percent of their sentences. This tougher new standard also applies to offenders convicted of aggravated robbery, human trafficking, stalking of a child on the Internet and the more serious categories of aggravated residential burglary. It also includes a list of sexual offenses against children.

The act creates another category of serious offenders who will have to serve a minimum of 85 percent of their sentence behind bars. This category includes violent felonies such as second degree murder and first degree sexual assault.

Also in the 85 percent category are inmates found guilty of manslaughter, encouraging someone to commit suicide, first degree sexual assault, video voyeurism, patronizing a victim of human trafficking, grooming a minor for sex trafficking, first degree domestic battering, exposing a child to meth, manufacture and delivery of fentanyl and a list of offenses involving explosives.

The longer sentences brings Arkansas sentencing guidelines more in line with those used by federal prisons, where inmates convicted of federal crimes serve almost all of their sentence.

Act 659 restores a measure of credibility to the criminal justice system. When juries and judges sentence a serious offender, they will know that offender will not be released after serving a relatively small fraction of the sentence.

Act 659 requires inmates to work for the opportunity of being considered for early release, either by completing rehabilitation, anger management or skills training. The goal is to improve their chances of being productive in society. They no longer automatically earn “good time” just for being in prison. In order to accumulate credits for early release they must complete rehabilitation programs.

If an inmate is convicted of committing a crime will in prison, for example, for assaulting an officer, the new sentence will be served consecutively and not concurrently. 

Step Into Wonderland: Greenwood Junior High Presents Disney’s Alice in Wonderland, Jr.

Tammy Teague
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Step Into Wonderland: Greenwood Junior High Presents Disney’s Alice in Wonderland, Jr.

Mark your calendars and prepare to be whisked away to a world of whimsy and wonder! Greenwood Junior High Musical Theatre proudly invites you to its upcoming production of Disney’s Alice in Wonderland, Jr., a magical adaptation of Lewis Carroll’s timeless tale.

Join Alice as she tumbles down the rabbit hole into a fantastical adventure filled with quirky characters, vibrant music, and enchanting storytelling. This family-friendly production promises to delight audiences of all ages with its lively performances and dazzling stagecraft.

Show Dates and Times:

  • Thursday, January 30, 2025, at 6:30 p.m.
  • Friday, January 31, 2025, at 6:30 p.m.
  • Saturday, February 1, 2025, at 6:30 p.m.

Location: Greenwood Performing Arts Center

This production showcases the immense talent of Greenwood Junior High students, who have poured their hearts and creativity into bringing this classic story to life. With its catchy tunes and charming characters, Disney’s Alice in Wonderland, Jr. is sure to be an unforgettable experience for the entire community.

Reserved seating tickets are available online at www.greenwoodk12.com/page/pac-ticket-office. They will also be available at the door. So, bring your family and friends for an evening of fun and entertainment. Don’t miss this chance to support local youth theatre and experience the magic of Wonderland!

Enhance your trip to Wonderland by attending “Alice’s Tea Party Experience,” a special VIP event designed for fans of all ages! This delightful pre-show gathering includes a light snack, an exclusive meet-and-greet with the cast, exciting party games, and memorable photo opportunities. Guests of the Tea Party will also enjoy reserved seating for the main production of Disney’s Alice in Wonderland, Jr.

Event Details:

  • Date: February 1, 2025
  • Location: Greenwood Performing Arts Center
  • Time: Tea Party begins at 5: to 00 p.m., followed by the show at 6:30 p.m.
  • Cost: $10 per guest

Don’t miss this magical opportunity to immerse yourself in Wonderland before the curtain rises! Tickets for “Alice’s Tea Party Experience” are limited, so be sure to secure your spot early.

We’ll see you there. Unlike the White Rabbit, don’t be late for this very important date!

Obituary: LeeOma Lindquist (1964-2025)

Tammy Teague
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Obituary: LeeOma Lindquist (1964-2025)

LeeOma Lindquist of Booneville, Arkansas, formerly of Waldron, passed from this life Wednesday, January 1, 2025 in Fort Smith, Arkansas with her loving family at her side. LeeOma was born June 26, 1964 in Fresno, California to Ralph Nobel Marsh and Helen Nadine (Canada) Marsh. She was 60 years old.

LeeOma was a long distance truck driver for many years and enjoyed being on the open road. She looked forward to going to deer camp, hunting, fishing and she loved playing Bingo. LeeOma was a woman of love and laughter and being with her family and friends brought her many treasured memories.

LeeOma leaves behind to cherish her memory, her father Ralph Marsh, and family Angela Williams and husband Allen, Helen Halpain and Chad Sanders, L.C. Marsh, Wanda Emmonds, Trisha Broussard and husband Bobby, Sharon Rogers, Robert Marsh and wife Karen, aunts Wanda Lecompte and Doe Doe Marsh as well as a host of grandchildren that was the light of her life. LeeOma will be missed by many extended family, friends and loved ones she loved dearly.

LeeOma was preceded in death by her mom, Helen Marsh and her grandparents: Charles and Lois Marsh, Walter and Neta Canada, uncle Bobby Marsh and cousins, Linda Hamm and Carol Canada.

LeeOma’s celebration of life will be 11:00 a.m., Saturday, January 4, 2025 at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron, Arkansas. Arrangements are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas.

LeeOma’s visitation will be Friday, January 3, 2025 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas.

Scott County Officials Take Oath of Office

Tammy Teague
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Scott County Officials Take Oath of Office

By Cassie Coben

On Wednesday, January 1, Scott County Judge Brian Jones swore in local elected officials.

Included in the ceremony were members of the Scott County Quorum Court, city council members and county constables.

The ladies from the County Clerk’s Office were on hand to assist with paperwork and provided hot coffee and brownies.

I would personally like to thank each and every person sworn in. You all have jobs that not very many people are willing to do, and you are appreciated.

 May God bless this year of your service and keep you in His Grace.

Second Teen Dies Following Crash

Tammy Teague
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Second Teen Dies Following Crash

A second teen has died following a car crash in Sebastian County, which occurred on Thursday, December 26. The accident occurred at 3:10 p.m. on Highway 71 and Palestine Road in Huntington. 

According to the Arkansas State Police report, Chloe Walters, 19 of Huntington, was traveling north on Highway 71 in a 2017 Chevrolet Malibu. Daran Stovall, 58 of El Paso, was traveling south on Highway 71 in a 2022 Dodge Ram 1500. Walters reportedly lost control and traveled into the southbound lane and was struck by Stovall. 

Both Walters and Stovall were transported to Mercy Hospital in Fort Smith. Walters was later transported to a Little Rock hospital where she died. A minor passenger in Walter’s vehicle was pronounced dead on the scene.

The Greenwood School District released the name of the 16-year-old student, Cadence Walters.

A GoFundMe page has been set up to support the Walters family during this challenging time. Those wishing to offer financial assistance can find the link here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-chloes-recovery-and-cadences-memory

Sisters, Cadence and Chloe Walters.

Arrest Reports 12/22

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Arrest Reports 12/22

Arresting agency – Sebastian County Sheriff’s Department:
Kaleb Avery-Don Carter of Greenwood was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on December 27 at 4:25 p.m. Carter was charged with two counts of Failure to Appear – Class B Misdemeanor and Assist Outside Agency-Misd.

Shailee Christine Turney of Booneville was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on December 22 at 3:40 p.m. and released on bond December 23 at 11:27 a.m. Turney was charged with Failure to Appear – Class A Misdemeanor, and Contempt-willful disobedience (Failure to Pay Fine).

Gary Hayden of Hackett was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on December 24 at 6:21 p.m. and released on legally sufficient bond December 25 at 10:28 a.m. Hayden was charged with Aggravated Assault on a Family or Household Member.

Donna June Jordan of Booneville was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on December 31 at 6:48 p.m.

Dianna Lee Moore of Magazine was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on December 25 at 10:30 a.m. and released on cash bond December 25 at 1:40 p.m. Moore was charged with Failure to Appear – Class C Misdemeanor.

Bri Charles Sanderson of Booneville was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on December 27 at 7:57 p.m. and remains at the SCADC with jail time. Sanderson was charged with Driving While Intoxicated 2nd offense.

Jennifer Steichen of Hackett was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on December 24 at 6:19 p.m. and released on signature bond December 24 at 11 p.m. Steichen was charged with Public Intoxication – Danger to self or others.

Alicia Lynn Tanner of Lavaca was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on December 31 at 12:42 p.m. and remains at the SCADC with cash bond. Tanner was charged with Contempt-willful disobedience (Failure to Pay Fine).

William Douglas Taylor of Paris was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on December 30 at 1:18 p.m. and remains at the SCADC with legally sufficient bond. Taylor was charged with two counts of Return for previous charges after being released from other county, and Failure to Appear – Class A Misdemeanor.

Arresting agency – Fort Smith Police Department:
Steven Collins of Greenwood was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on December 24 at 10:31 p.m. and released on legally sufficient bond December 25 at 8:18 a.m. Collins was charged with two counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Minor in the First Degree -Conduct and Driving While Intoxicated 2nd Offense – Minor < 16 years of age in Vehicle.

Crystal Yvette Hayward of Waldron was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on December 24 at 12:06 p.m. and remains at the SCADC without bond. Hayward was charged with Tampering with Evidence Felony and Hindering Apprehension or Prosecution-hides facts-Hindering Y or A felony.

Justin Ray Murchison of Lavaca was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on December 22 at 9:40 p.m. and released on legally sufficient bond December 23 at 12:15 a.m. Murchinson was charged with Domestic Battering in the Second Degree – Serious Physical Injury.

Frank James Parsons of Charleston was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on December 29 at 4:21 a.m. and released on legally sufficient bond December 29 at 8:31 a.m. Parsons was charged with Domestic Battering Purposely.

Arresting agency – Arkansas Parole:
Kurt Douglas Gammill of Greenwood was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on December 30 and remains at the SCADC without bond. Gammill was charged with drug court sanctions.

Arresting agency – Greenwood Police Department:
Ann Jeffries-McNeal of Greenwood was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on December 23 at 2:34 p.m. and released on time served December 30 at 4:16 p.m. McNeal was charged with Disorderly Conduct – Fighting, and Battery in the Third Degree – Purpose.

Ashley Nicole Sanders of Greenwood was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on December 23 at 6:29 p.m. and released on times served December 31 at 2:26 p.m. Sanders was charged with Failure to Appear – Class B Misdemeanor and Assist Outside Agency-Misd.

Cris  Mcginthin of Greenwood was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on December 25 at 2:01 a.m. and released on legally sufficient bond December 25 at 6:31 a.m. Mcginthin was charged with Filing False Report with Enforcement Agency-Misdemeanor.

Matthew Shepherd of Van Buren was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on December 22 at 3:33 a.m. and released on legally sufficient bond December 22 at 7:57 a.m. Shepherd was charged with Driving While Intoxicated 2nd offense.

Arresting Agency – Arkansas State Police Troop H:
Joe Lynn Jones of Greenwood was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on December 23 at 12:30 a.m. and released on legally sufficient bond December 23 at 4:25 a.m. Jones was charged with Driving While Intoxicated 1st Offense.

Arresting agency – Lavaca Police Department:
Cody Austin Cash McAllister of Lavaca was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on December 23 at 9:24 p.m. and remains at the SCADC with legally sufficient bond. McAllister was charged with three counts of Rape – <14.

Arresting agency – Logan County Sheriff’s Department:
Billy Catlett, 48 of Booneville, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on December 21 at 2:17 p.m. Catlett was charged with possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia, and public intoxication – drinking in public.

Cory Boyd, 23 of Magazine, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on December 27 at 8:51 p.m. Boyd was charged with two counts of contempt of court.

Eric Sweeden, 47 of Booneville, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on December 28 at 2:59 a.m. Sweeden was charged with disorderly conduct, and public intoxication – drinking in public.

Arresting agency – Franklin County Sheriff’s Department:
Heather Lee Hudson, 39 of Charleston, was booked into the Franklin County Detention Center on December 31 at 7:24 p.m.

Derrick Allen Hays, 31 of Charleston was booked into the Franklin County Detention Center on December 30 at 7:42 p.m. Hays was charged with failure to comply with conditions of suspended sentence or probation.

Kari Dawn Sheets, 41 of Clarksville, was booked into the Franklin County Detention Center on December 30 at 5:49 p.m. Sheets was charged with failure to appear (FTA) and a bench warrant.

Ira Mitchell, 42 of Mulberry, was booked into the Franklin County Detention Center on December 29 at 6:40 p.m. Mitchell was charged with failure to appear on unclassified misdemeanor (FTA).

Holly Marie Maurseth, 36 of Fort Smith, was booked into the Franklin County Detention Center on December 29 at 12:38 p.m. Maurseth was charged with failure to comply with conditions of suspended sentence or probation.

Joseph Kornegay, 36 of Branch, was booked into the Franklin County Detention Center on December 28 at 5:05 p.m. Kornegay was charged with endangering the welfare of a minor – 1st degree – risk of death / physical injury – desert under 10.

**The charges against those arrested are allegations and the cases are still pending in the courts.**


Obituary: Randall Cline (1954-2024)

Tammy Teague
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Obituary: Randall Cline (1954-2024)

Randall Lee Cline of Waldron, Arkansas passed from this life Thursday, December 26, 2024 in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Randall was born November 3, 2024 in Fort Smith, Arkansas to Benjamin Cline and Juanita Moore Cline. He was 70 years old.

Randall married the love of his life, Patricia in 1987. Together they spent years of love and cherished memories. Randall was a hard worker and loved taking care of his family. Randall enjoyed anything outdoors including fishing and hunting.

Randall leaves behind to cherish his memory, his loving wife Patricia Cline, son Adam Cline of Waldron, Arkansas and step son John Miller of Van Buren, Arkansas. Randall is also survived by his step dad, Gary Denton Sr., and siblings: Don Cline, Cathy Gortmiller, Mary Ann Webb, Gary Dale Denton Jr., Tommy Cline, Chris Cline and Sheila Cline all of Oklahoma. Randall will be missed by all that knew him and the many whose lives he impacted including a host of extended family and friends.

Randall was preceded in death by his parents and one brother John Cline.

Randall’s family will host a private service at a later date. Arrangements and cremation are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home & Crematory.

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