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Three top fives push Lions to second place finish at Jack Brown Memorial

LAREDO, Texas – University of Arkansas – Fort Smith Men’s Golf started the spring portion of its schedule with a second-place finish at the Jack Brown Memorial Tuesday at Laredo Country Club.

Three players – Alex BloxhamJeremy Tandoy and Chandler Cooke – all earned top-five finishes as each carded two-round scores of 150 (+6).

Bloxham led the Lions with a 75 (+3) in each round, totaling four birdies and 22 pars. Tandoy and Cooke each bounced back from round one 78s with even par 72 in round two. Tandoy had four birdies in his second round and Cooke three.

Andrew Fakult placed 19th with a 158 (+14), carding four birdies over his two rounds. Sam Sewell finished 27th with a 161 (+17), which included 16 pars in a round two 75.

Lucky Boonsrirat placed 30th with a 162 (+18) competing as an individual, totaling four birdies in round two.

The Lions cut off 15 strokes from round one to round two, shooting a 294 (+6) Tuesday to finish with a 603 (+27), just three strokes off the lead.

Next up for the Lions is the Houston Classic Feb. 12-13 at the Golf Club of Houston.

Stramel earns top 10 finish at Jack Brown Memorial

LAREDO, Texas – Sidney Stramel earned her fourth top 10 of the season Tuesday as she tied for ninth at the Jack Brown Memorial at Laredo Country Club.

After recording just a single birdie in round one, Stramel carded four in round two as she shot a 74 to finish with a 154 (+10).

Kenley McElyea tied for 17th with a 157 (+13), recording five birdies in her two rounds. Rachel Hicks shot a 161 (+17) to tie for 24th, while Simone Campise tied for 29th with a 163 (+19).

Marvelyn Kartika and Maddie Sanders rounded out the UAFS lineup with scores of 169 (+25) and 175 (+31) to finish 43rd and 48th, respectively.

The Lions tied for fifth with Angelo State with a 635 (+59), two shots behind fourth and four shots out of third. UAFS improved on its first-round 323 with a 312 in round two.

UAFS continues its schedule with the Southern Invite Feb. 19-20 at Cypress Wood Golf Club in Houston, Texas.

UAFS Announces Dean’s List

The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith has released the Dean’s List for the fall 2023 semester, according to Dr. Shadow Robinson, provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs.

Students with a 4.0 (straight-A) grade point average are now included in a unique list called the Chancellor’s List in addition to the Dean’s List. Students who earned Chancellor’s List honors are marked with an asterisk.

Abilene, Texas: *Kadriana Nichols.

Airway Heights, Washington: Chloe Hewes.

Alexander: Noah Davis, Alana Gould.

Alma: Michael Arellano, Drew Battles, Breanna Blair, *Lydia Bowerman, Katelin Brown, Mason Brown, Halyn Carmack, *Blaine Chambers, *Heather Chance, Seth Cole, Logan Cox, Makailey Dowdy, *Nykollus Dyke, *Bailey Fairclough, Brandy Flood, *Jeffrey Fox, *Olivia Garner, Landikay Goad, Cory Hansen, *Faithlynn Hargis, Haleigh Hensley, *Lane Higgins, *Logan Holland, Kaitlyn Huckeby, Joseph Koller, *Michael Lantz, *Gracie Larru, *Cecilia Long, *Maria Long, *Monica Long, Phoebe Lowrimore, Jacob Machen, Isabell Martinez, Baleigh McCabe, Logan McKay, Kevin McLaughlan, Morgan Morrell, *Jael Nunez, *Jessica Polk, *Molly Ralston, Blake Reed, MacyJo Reed, *Haden Rhoads, *Kaitlyn Sampley, Patrick Scott, Emmalee Scowden, Madelynn Scowden, *Teresa Serrano, Tyson Shepherd, *Tabor Shores, Norman Smith, Cameron Taylor, Jose Valencia, Hayden Walker, *Avery Westfall, *Alexis Williams Love, Jackson Wright, Romey Yarbrough, *Karyme Zamora.

Alvin, Texas: Isaac Mora.

Amarillo, Texas: *Isabella Serrano.

Ardmore, Oklahoma: Maisie Liddell.

Argyle, Texas: Sam Sewell, Luke Vasquez.

Arkoma, Oklahoma: Kristofer Baker, Rhyker Dye, *Elizabeth Johnson, Jana Mathis, *Thaden Oosahwe, *Leah Sheffield, *Haven Spoon.

Ash Flat: *Madisyn Ayers, *Alysha Shetrone.

Ashland, Missouri: *Bethany Willmann.

Atkins: Jordan Crawford.

Aubrey, Texas: *Roxy Bigley.

Austin: *Rachel Simpson.

Barling: Taylar Christensen, *Nathaniel Delaney, Emily Doss Wiley, *Alex Dotulong, *Presley Flanagan, Krysten Gregory, Graci Hardbarger, Major Jay, *Reyna Lamb, *Cody Mizell, *David Nguyen, *Vanessa Nguyen, Teresa Pellam, *Jennifer Phelan, Gustavo Rangel, *Zachary Ryan, Christian Smitherman, *Cody Stevens, Yazed Taforo Rodriguez, *Bailey Vega, Ivan Welborn, Savana Yonemura.

Bartlett, Tennessee: *Zachary Campos.

Batesville: Danielle Esteb, Rachel Mathews, Caitlyn Robillard.

Bauxite: Pamela Johnson.

Beggs, Oklahoma: Chiawna Johnson.

Bella Vista: *Ethan Estes, *Audrey Houghton, *Sydney Houghton, Stormi Scott, Noah Tawney.

Benton: Ashley Burnett.

Bentonville: Abigail Barker, Preston Green, *Alexandria Jones, *Allie King, Sarah Lee, Mackenzie McBride, *Chelsea Plascensia, Brenna Stewart, *Abigail Wagnon.

Berryville: *Marco Garcia Montes, Luis Gomez, Isabella Hulse, Samantha Witherby.

Bien Hoa, Vietnam: *Nguyen Minh An Pham.

Bixby, Oklahoma: *Taylor Conway.

Bokoshe, Oklahoma: *Kirsten Anderson, Holly Farrar, *Madilyn Lovell, *Mari Monks, *Ashlyn Perry, *Justin Treat.

Boles: *Jason Ardwin.

Booneville: *Brittney Angel, *Allie Baptiste, Johne Bowman, Katerinia Burcham, Elizabeth Chrisman, Camdyn Dove, Ana Garcia, Justin Goff, *Abigail Jones, Emma Kennedy, *Aislinn Martinez, Casey Mattson, Natalie Miller, Shelby Posey, Jacob Quick, *Jessica Rice, *Rachel Robertson, Jenna Salzer, Seth Wester, *Cole Wright.

Branch: Lillian Turner.

Broken Arrow, Oklahoma: Alexander Bloxham, Jeremy Tandoy.

Bryant: Ryan Riggs.

Cabot: *Haley Key, *Jakob Petross, *Lukas Petross.

Caddo Gap: Peyton Powell.

Cameron, Oklahoma: *Megan Gillham, Cheyanne Lyon.

Cantho Ninh Kieu, Vietnam: Khuong Ta.

Caracas, Venezuela: *Antonietta Bocache, Arianna De Bernardo.

Casablanca, Morocco: Anis Ramchane.

Cave City: *Kaden Ring.

Cave Springs: Jerica Clendennen, Riley Hayes.

Cedarville: Emily Brown, Margaret Burris, *Elizabeth Terry.

Central City: *Douglas Haulmark, Alyssa Weaver, Emily Wood.

Charleston: Coady Bowen, Garrett Couthren, Kyndall Haney, *Destiny Keolaphan, Gerald Martinez, Whitney McCoy, *Emma McKinney, *Christopher Neissl, *Raegan Oldridge, Rylee Ross, *Zachary Rytting, Brandon Scott, Elijah Slaton, *Sandra Torkelson, *Seth Torkelson.

Checotah, Oklahoma: Samantha Baughman.

Chicago: Roland McCoy.

Chidester: Andrew Taylor.

Clarksville: Rebecca Butler, Diego Magdaleno, Paw Mwe, *Shelby Ross.

Conway: *Coryn Chaffin, Drew Clements, Olivia Cypert, Madelyn Price, Alexa Williams.

Cordova, Tennessee: Nya Stewart.

Corpus Christi, Texas: Kaitlyn Canales.

Crossett: Brooklynn Bailey.

Cuernavaca, Mexico: Eduardo Bribiesca Ponce.

Czestochowa, Poland: *Maja Cykowska.

Damgan, France: Killian Darneaux.

Danville: *Halle Johnston, Jose Patricio, *Itzelh Vazquez-Avila.

De Queen: Denise Aguilar, *Yazmin Castro-Dominguez, Kimberly Frachiseur, Lauren Graham, Fatima Jaimes, *Abraham Martinez, Emmanuel Martinez, *Natalie Martinez, Gerardo Monroy-Armenta, *Felipe Ortiz, Jeanette Villaverde.

Decatur: Mason Potter, *Amy Tran.

Di An City, Vietnam: *Linh Ngo.

Dong Da, Hanoi, Vietnam: *Binh Trinh.

Dover: *Brantley Craig.

Dyer: Emily Hatley, Dezra Pitchford.

El Dorado: *Iankel Gonzalez.

Elkins: Mia Appel, *Korina Lopez.

Eudora, Kansas: *Emily McCall.

Farmington: *Matthew Wilson.

Fayetteville: *Tahlia Bergeron, *Ayren Binam, Brynn English, *Bronwen Henderson, Mallory Howerton, Kennedy Kern, *Alexandra McMillian, *Kristy Ortiz, Megan Parrish, Sarah Phelan, *Earl Pittman, *Melissa Rincon, Laken White, *Benjamin Yarberry.

Floral: *Jeannie Standridge.

Forrest City: Destinee Brock.

Fort Gibson, Oklahoma: Cody Walkingstick.

Fort Smith: Tania Abarca, *Abigail Abshire, Ana Aburto Ramirez, Allan Aceves, *Caroline Adams, Mason Adams, *Mateo Aguirre-Sandoval, Zohaib Akram, Nancy Al Tork, Rebecca Albertson, Amy Aldaco, Tony Aldana, Hannah Aldridge, *Jared Aleman, Sonia Ali, Valerie Alvarado, *Alexsandar Amor, *Youssef Amor, *Ethan Andrews, Citlaly Arellano, Grace Atchison, Adrian Avila, Maycie Bailes, Liam Baker, Kortnie Barber, Nayda Barbry, *Luke Barnes, *Micaiah Barnett, *Amanda Barr, Juan Barroso, Lilli Bartsch, Corey Bass, *John Beasley, *Ariel Beavers, *Judith Becker, Katryna Bejarano, *Reina Bello, *Darlene Betancourth, Annie Bice, Violet Blurton, *Jessica Boese, Matthew Bonilla, *Kaley Bonnett, Brent Borden, Bailey Bowlin, Krystal Boylan, Kalyn Brodersen, Cade Brooks, Colby Brown, Madison Brown, Nakole Brown, Taylor Brunck, Kim-Phung Bui, Daylon Burch, *Keely Burch, Mackimlee Burke, *Macksimus Burke, Chelsea Cabarcas, Camden Cain, Eli Caldarera, Jason Calderon, *Mayra Calma, Patricia Calvillo, *Alexa Cano, *Shea Cantrell, *Dalton Cantu, *Ha La Vuong Cao, Faith Capocelli, *Esdras Carcamo, *Eezette Carranza, Magdalena Castillo, *Michael Catlett, *Timothy Chankheo, Kyra Chanthakhot, Leonardo Chavarria, *Brenda Chavez, Amanda Cheatham, *Joy Chek Collins, *Sarah Chiles, *Hunter Choate, Hunter Christenberry, Natalie Chuong, Lonnie Clunn, *Benjamin Cobb, *Kya Cole, Chloe Collins, Izabel Collins, *Mitchell Collins, Emma Conley, *Kaitlyn Corsiglia, Daylee Creel, *Emily Crites, Mackenzie Crowson, *Frank Cruz, *Amy Damron, *Henry Dang, *Justin Dang, Mi Dang, Skylar Davis, *Braylin Dawson, *Christopher De Castro, *Daniela De La Fuente, Jesse De La Garza, Madelyn Defoor, *Michael Delgado, Stephanie Delgado, *Gabrielle Devero, Luis Diaz, *Cecilia Diaz Lozano, Rebecca Dickens, Nathan Dills, *Chevonne Diza, *Joshua Dodd, Nicholas Dokas, *Ella Driscoll, *Kristen Driscoll, Christopher Dunn, Yarely Duran, Keli Eatmon, Courtney Edmonds, *Emma Edwards, Michaele Edwards, *Caitlin Elliott, Heather English, *James Estrada, Heather Falconer, David Farias, Cody Fariss, *Mackenzie Farrar, *Alexus Ferguson, Gustavo Fernandez, *Natyeli Fernandez, *Seth Fields, Dominic Fiorenza, Alma Flores, Alyssa Foley, *Chans Foote, *Jalyn Ford, *Katelyn Foster, Shatoya Freeman, Shelly Freeman, *Carter Freeze, *Latisha French, Nevin Furr, Erika Galicia, Emanuel Garcia, *Jeorgia Garcia, *David Garcia-Reyes, Jaime Garvey, *Casey Genzlinger, *Branigan Geoates, *Jordan Geoates, Julie Gilbreth, Meloney Gill, Shoshoni Glasscock, *Kobe Godwin, *Michael Goines, Brayan Gomez, *Cassie Gonzales, Fredis Gonzalez, Grecia Gonzalez, *Guiselle Gonzalez, Karina Gonzalez, *Belinda Gopar Diaz, *Chloe Gothard, *Teresa Gothard, *Laynee Graham, *Bryce Green, Emani Green, Gavin Green, William Green, *Landon Gregory, *Jacqueline Griffin, Jessica Griffin, Ashley Grizzle, *Angelina Ha, *Paul Hackbarth, Camilla Haisten, Andrew Hardin, *Sara Hardin, Noah Harp, Jermanee Harris, *Madeleine Harris, *Xavier Haynes, *William Heaton, Suheidy Hedman, *Elham Hejaz, Daxton Helmert, Kayle Henry, Erick Hernandez, Ivan Hernandez, Joanna Hernandez, *Emmalee Hibbs, *Shelbi Higgins, Fnu Himanshi, *Rebecca Hines, *Polly Hoang, Grace Hollenbeck, *Karis Hunt, Emily Hunter, *Pierson Hurst, Sarahi Ibarra, Ibrahim Ihmeidan, *Leon Inthavong, *Ryan Jacobs, Sean Jessee, Aleigha Johnson, Brooklyn Johnson, Erika Johnson, *Cameryn Jones, McKayla Jordan, Robert Jordan, *Bradley Kidder, *Adam Kightlinger, *Crystal Kilby, Kenzie Kilgore, Jackson Kindy, Katelyn King, *Drake Kleck, AnnaBelle Klein, Mason Klopp, *Alyssa Kroth, *Cheyenne Kugler, *Kaiden Kuykendall, Devan Lamb, *Brittney Langhorn, Taylor Lauricella, *Jason Le, Jessica Le, *Nicholas Lee, Parker Lemley, Brennen Linson, *Emily Linthavong, *Isbella Linthavong, *Kandi Lloyd, *Ashley Lonberger, *Diego Lopez, *Odalis Lopez, Alessandra Lopez Torres, Aiden Mabry, *Emma Maciel, *Yazareth Manjarrez, Austin Marion, *Drew Marr, *Ashley Marschewski, *Jasmine Martinez, Jesus Martinez, Joan Martinez, *Josue Martinez, Mixztly Martinez, Stephanie Mata, *Mikayla McCall, *Sarah McCarty, *William McCoy, Amanda McKenna, *Chelsea McKim, Mark Mendes, Kenia Mendez, Yeimi Mendez Gonzalez, Abril Mendoza, Solaya Menzies, Caleb Mermer, Emily Mero, Dylan Miller, Kyleigh Miller, *Garrett Mode, *Gretchen Mohlhenrich, Maria Molina, *Hanna Montgomery, *Haylee Moore, *Eboni Morris, Addison Mounce, Emma Mullinax, Garrison Musgraves, Abigail Musset, Mason Nance, Ruben Nava, Joe Neal, Angie Negrete, Nguyen Hai Ngo, *Braden Nguyen, Haley Nguyen, *Le Hoai Thuong Nguyen, Nalannie Nguyen, Ngoc Nguyen, *Rosie Nguyen, *Tommy Nguyen, *Trang Nguyen, *Jonathan Nix, *Rachel Nuñez, Aliyah Oliver, Flor Ortega, *Noah Ottman, Mckenzie Otwell, *Hannah Owens, Francisco Pacheco, Juan Parga, *Vanesa Parga, Cali Parks, *Mason Patrick, Perla Perales, Mariela Perez, *Yesica Perez, Nhu Pham, *Chris Phan, *Jackie Phan, Nga Phan-Xayavongsa, Vince Phetchareun, *Brandon Phillips, *Donna Phillips, Ryan Phimmasone, *Emiliano Picazo Medrano, Janice Podgurski, *Tristin Pogue, Moya Poole, *Sophia Praphan, *Samira Price, *Itzel Quinonez, *Joao Rachid Scheid, Falon Rackley, *Alisha Rainwater, *Amanda Ramirez, *Olivia Ramsey, *Madison Raygoza, *Christopher Reeder, Bryana Regalado, *Michael Resendiz, Ella Rhodes, *Lakeya Richardson, *Sharhonda Richardson, Logan Riley, Leslie Rivas, Mayeli Rivas, Nohemy Rivas, Samantha Rivas, *Suhei Rivas, *Nayeli Rivera, Candy Roberts, Jayden Robinson, *Megan Rodgers, Jennifer Rodriguez, Troy Rodriguez, *Joseph Rodriguez-Barbera, Ashlyn Roffine, Kayla Rogers, *Perla Romero, Kristin Ross, Bethany Russell, Jesus Salazar, *Karla Salazar, James Salyers, Estella Sananikone, Melvin Sanchez, Ally Savage, *Brittany Savage, Emma Sayers, Jason Schenk, Callie Scherrey, Matthew Schilling, *Titus Schluterman, Mira Schmidt, Hannah Shamblin, Abraham Sharum, Austin Sharum, Haylee Shelton, *Miriam Shure, Josh Simmons, Raylee Sims, *Moira Sisco, *Staci Skinner, Emma Smith, *Hoyt Smith, Ryan Smith, Travis Smith, Gabrielle Solomon, Evelyn Soriano, Jocelyn Soriano, Annie Souvannaseng, *Raquel Spencer, *Mckenzie Spillers, *Grace Spradlin, Savanna St John, *Ragen Steffen-Jennings, Rebecca Stein, *Christina Strunks, Rachel Stubblefield, Krystyna Sutiahina, *William Swaim, Isaac Teague, *Lisa Thai, Eli Thomason, *Lea Thompson, *Olivia Thompson, Alexa Ton, Kristen Toner, *Jayson Toney, Crystal Torres, Dan Tran, Myanh Tran, Randy Tran, *Robert Tran, Tina Tran, *Sang Truong, *Trista Truong, *Natalie Tucker, Lynne Tynon, Marilyn Vallis, *Matthew Van Hook, Hunter Van Ness, Gini Vandalak, Isabelle Vann, Katie Vann, Gavin Vannavong, *Maria Vasquez, *Camelia Vela, Fabiola Velez, Katy Vidal, *Evan Walker, *Stephen Walpole, *Christina Walrod, *Amber Wampler, Luke Ward, Tristan Weaver, Parker Wesson, *Dezaray Wiederhold, Rafe Wilhite, Chris Willhite, *Cassondra Williams, Cynthia Williams, Morgan Williams, *Rebekah Williams, Seth Williams, Leah Willis, Adonis Wilson, Brock Wilson, *Channing Wilson, McKenzie Wilson, *William Winters, Evan Wittig, Levi Wright, *Mylesiah Wright, *Rawan Yasin, *Ruba Yasin, Crystal Yeung.

Frisco, Texas: *Kaylin Horne.

Gentry: Laney Fredrick, Alexis Harlan, Georgia Lashley, *Allison Smith, Kaitlyn Snead.

Gillham: Abigail Burcham, Jacey Whisenhunt.

Grand Prairie, Texas: Nyia Anderson.

Grannis: *Lizbet Delgado-Delgado, Brentley Morris.

Grapevine, Texas: *Rachel Hicks.

Gravette: Kaleb Furlow, Austyn Russell.

Green Forest: Naomi Castillo.

Greenbrier: Magen Strong.

Greenwood: Grace Aishman, *Tommie Attee, Bryce Barentine, *Thomas Bartok, Whitley Baucom, Alex Beherns, Sarah Beshears, *Jessica Black, *Dacie Campora, *Mackenzie Cannon, Camden Carter, *Atelia Castro, Jacob Childers, Kaitlyn Cobbler, *Hayden Coble, *Denver Cooper, Bethany Crippen, Isabella Davis, Ty Davis, *Sara Dungan, Tonya Duty, *Mary Efurd, *Cristin Eppinette, *Timothy Ewing, Carly Fitz-Gerald, Steven Gonzagowski, Anthony Gonzalez, Madison Goodwin, Taylor Hartsfield, Briana Hice, Kylie Hicks, *Sawyer Hill, *Roxanne Howard, *Travis Johns, Mckenna Lee, *Trey Lewis, Taylor Magness, *Bailey Malenshek, Gustavo Martinez, *Joshua Merritt, Joshua Merritt, Jonathan Mitchell, *Rebecca Morrison, Zoe Nesbitt, Steven Nhongvongsithi, *Cade Nichols, Creg Nichols, Maddalena Overturf, Jordan Owens, Kobe Panis, Ramsey Pate, Samantha Pennington, *Zoey Phillips, Caleb Pitts, *Shaylyn Roberts, *Aubree Russell, *Beau Sampley, Seth Secrease, *Jessica Shackelford, Charley Sharp, *Anna Shirley, *William Sillavan, *Amie Taylor, *Payton Tedford, Yvette Tolentino, Hope Vang, Veronica Vargas, *Ruby Watson, Lanie Wells, Dalton Whittaker, *Logan Wilson, Megan Wolfe, *Benjamin Wood, Madison Yancey, *Raven Yates, Carolyn Young.

Hackett: *Linnie Hice, Kayla Houston, *Casey Kindle, Sarah Moss, *Whitney Silva, *Phillip Wheeler.

Hai Phong, Vietnam: Ha Tran.

Harrison: *Reagan Cox, *Karlyn Dove.

Hartford: *Rebecca Chick, Matthew Nolan, Emelyn Romero Rodriguez.

Hartman: *Kristina McCain.

Havana: Kaylee Yandell.

Heavener, Oklahoma: *Morgan Alexander, *Seth Anderson, *Sandra Castillo, *Marlyn Cruz, Susana Cruz, *Mayra Garcia, *Brenda Lopez, Yisel Martinez, *Isaac Scott.

Hiwasse: *Madison McDaniel.

Ho Chi Mihn, Vietnam: *Nang Bui.

Hot Springs National Park: *Elizabeth Dearyan, *Spencer Gaither, *Cecilia Gonzalez, Rhett Hughes, Tyler Montgomery, William Perrigo, Luke Rhodes, Tikima Simpkins, *Liberty Voydetich, Jaidynne Young.

Houston: *Allana Thompson.

Howe, Oklahoma: Devyn Moody, Connor Morris, Dylan Richmond, Cheyenne Wilbourn.

Hoxie: *Kimberly Blakeney.

Hugo, Oklahoma: *Cailin Jamison.

Humble, Texas: Trinity Funderburk.

Huntington: Bianca Berryman, *Oliviannea Boyd, *Janna Coplin, Madison McKusker, *Timothy Schmelzer, *Kaylee Spoon, *Teresa Teague, Sarah White.

Huntsville: *Jubilee Dasen.

Ikorodu, Nigeria: *Halimat Aderupoko.

Jakarta Utara, Indonesia: Marvelyn Kartika.

Junction City: *Brandy Mendoza.

Kansas, Oklahoma: Sherilyn Kendrick, Chloe Price, Hannah Thompson.

Kashihara, Japan: Hibiki Ueda.

Katy, Texas: *Angelina Hardison.

Kaufman, Texas: Madison Thurston.

Keiser: *Donnie Ammons.

Keota, Oklahoma: *Eli Harris, *Emily Harris, *Trittany Young.

Kimberling City, Missouri: *Lauren Weber.

Kingston, Jamaica: Abena Demetrius.

Lake Dallas, Texas: Dylan Parham.

Langley: *Jenna Bailey.

Lavaca: *Kevin Allen, Cade Carlton, *Sydney Crabtree, *Caroline Cravey, Bryson Dye, *Lyla Flint, *Spencer Giles, *Eden Goude, Lydia Harrison, Daniel Hernandez Donato, *Alexander Hobbs, Justin Johnson, *Katie Johnson, *Richard Lane, Taylor Lile, *Amy Murphy, *Ashley Murry, *Maddox Noel, *Jordan Scott, Elizabeth Simpson, *Gemma Slater, Eli Thomas, *Ethan Thomas, Anna Todaro, Alyssa Ward, Isabel Williams, Alexander Woods.

Lee’s Summit, Missouri: *Kendall Schmitz.

Lexa: Tandra Thomas.

Lincoln: Samantha Drain, *Randi Kistler, Loreta (Nikki) Serrano, *Shea Woolsey.

Little Rock: *Brett Lane, Javiya Lawson, Sophia Mammarelli, *Embry Thornton, Raggan Wills.

Lockesburg: *Vanessa Thompson.

Lonoke: *Eunity Taylor.

Lucas, Texas: *Hailey Malik, *Rachel Malik.

Madison, Mississippi: Kameron Burns.

Magazine: *Kaylyn Dickens, *Ciera Grijalva, *Kiara Vasquez.

Mansfield: Greyson Baggett, Emerald Baker, Kimber Campbell, Cassidy Carlton, *Joseph Flynt, Bryce Morgan, Dylan Perez, Bethany Sartin, Clinton Stovall, *Kiara Thomas, Alayna Turner, *Allison Willsey.

Marlow, Oklahoma: *Bradyn Sanders.

Maumelle: *Anna Carden.

McAlester, Oklahoma: Keely Couch.

Mead, Oklahoma: *Chelsie Wilmoth.

Memphis, Tennessee: Sinetra Jones.

Mena: *Ivy Catlett, Jayden Felix, *Ciara Lance, *Kiersten Larucci, Emily May, Grace McPherson, Jaiden Milam, Dalton Oxford, *Avery Powell, Kyndon Schuller, Joshua Tilley, *Raeghan Weddle.

Midland: *Skylar Cumbie.

Mineral Springs: Estevan Bravo.

Monticello: *Kaitlyn Cavaness.

Morrilton: Ryan Huffman.

Mountainburg: *Kylie Becker, *Bevan Brant, Shayna Denny, *Chaarlee Hickman, *Tucker Kelly, *Breanna Lee, *Chesney Lovell, *Destiny Smith, Rochelle Thomas, Janelda Winters, *Natasha Wolf.

Mt. Pleasant, Texas: Cecilia Perez.

Mulberry: Abbey Childers, Paul Gambill, Hannah Hein, Rylee Lewis, *Brooklyn Long, Shauna Marion, Logan Millsap, *Jordan White.

Muldrow, Oklahoma: Cassie Akins, Krislyn Andrews, Colby Armer, *Makayla Bartlett, Austin Calvillo, Cathleen Curtis, Lana Edwards, *Katherine File, *Jason Lewis, *Alia Marr, Amber Matlock, *Kirsten Matlock, *Jenna McAllister, Matthew Michael, *Ryan Morris, Cassidy Pettigrew, *Adysen Phelps, Whitney Pursley, Glen Qualls, *Erin Sprecher, *Grace Stephenson, *Alexandra Walker, Matthew Whittenburg.

Murfreesboro: *Misty Tomlinson.

Muskogee, Oklahoma: Leighanne Ashby, *Bianca McVay.

Nashville: *Jacquelyn Howard.

Natural Dam: Jack Garner, Tory Knight.

Newport: *Heather Swan.

Nha Trang, Vietnam: Kim Le.

North Little Rock: *Tyler Frederick, *Deahra Jackson.

Oden: Brady Philpot.

Ozark: *Kelsie Baker, *Sierra Bateman, *Amanda Canady, *Ashlyn Cox, *Devon Hunt, *Crystal Metzger, *Candace Millican, *Gabriella-Noel Stokes, *Krysta Wright.

Ozone: *Makayla Harderson.

Panama, Oklahoma: Jaclyn Emmert.

Paragould: Casey Smith.

Paris: *Samantha Gates, *Bethany Koch, Alexander Thoennes.

Park Hill, Oklahoma: Kenzie Snell.

Pea Ridge: Elsaysha Ewald, *Austin Miller, *Brandon Whatley.

Pearcy: *Abigail Dickson.

Pensacola, Florida: Makeyla Harris.

Pocola, Oklahoma: Noah Amerson, Juli-Ann Boston, *Braden Cole, Emma Damato, *Abigail Duke, *Kaitlyn Glasgow, *Sandra Helms, Tanner Helms, *Rebecca Jones, Lilly Kelley, *Jaedyn King, *Ryan Lairamore, Madison Linker, *Kylah Mitts, *Brooklyn Neeley, *Alissa Owens, *Evan Piovesan, Kaylee Ross, *Alexander Stringfellow, Jonathan Woods, *Jennifer Wortham.

Poteau, Oklahoma: *Madeline Brennan, *Micah Buckles, Libbi Cusimano, Cameron Duncan, Christian Duncan, *Caden Fox, *Shana Grantham, *Ashby Gutierrez, *Courtney Kitchens, *Kimberly Morales, Justin Ocampo, *Katie Redhage, *Sevin Riley, Jaxton Rutledge, *Madison Savage.

Powhatan: Amanda Voyles.

Prairie Grove: Kyle Bennett, Samantha Benton, Quana Kilpatrick, Lilly Marler, *Carter Noe, Toni Parrish, David Sanford, Kendra Thompson.

Rector: *Kara Golden, Courtney Johnson.

Red Oak, Oklahoma: Rylie Rowland, *Makayla Smith.

Redfield: *Abby Heird.

Richmond Hill, Canada: *Aleksey Barysovich.

Richmond, Texas: *Amillion Fowler.

Robinson, Texas: *Christopher Williamson.

Rogers: Arianna Arriola, Miaca Ana Marie Balgoma, Armonii Dixon, *Jessica Edwards, *George Hunter, Eric Kimbro, Indigo Kroll, Fabiola Matar, *Nelly Ortiz, *April Park, Benjamin Pollock, *Marylin Rivas, Maria Salas, Aries Sanders, *Stephanie Willhite, *Hannah Williams, Miranda Williams.

Roland, Oklahoma: *Ashton Brewer, Devin McGee, Kaylynn Mills, *Gunner Reynolds.

Rudy: Brianna Ball, *Trenton Ball, Nicole Crainshaw, Anna Hightower, Gage Hightower, *Sophie Morrison, Kayleigh Roller, Skyler Smith.

Russellville: Dulce Gutierrez, *Josiah James, *Dulce Leal.

Saidaiji North City Nara-Shi, Japan: *Moeko Takeda.

Saint Charles, Missouri: Jesse Lumpkin.

Sallisaw, Oklahoma: *Madesyn Buzzard, Alexis Davis, *Krystan Epperson, Kiera Eppler, Mason Girdner, Samantha Glover, *Abby Hightower, Brady Hightower, Jacob Howington, Parker Jackson, *Taylor McCain, Paula Najera-Diaz, *Alexandria Real, *Tessa Winton.

San Diego, Guatemala: *Gabriela Perez.

San Miguel, El Salvador: Karla Donas Martinez.

São Carlos, Brazil: Paola Cury Fragalle.

Scranton: *Jennie Carr, Jennifer Rodriguez, *Emily Tusing.

Shady Point, Oklahoma: *Gabrielle Brown, Logan Gerhard, Kagan Stockton, *Joanna Whiteaker.

Shawnee, Oklahoma: *Abigail Smith.

Sheridan: Ryan Gifford.

Siloam Springs: Michelle Blackfox, Bailey Blanchard, *Kreg Cook, Kendal Dixon, Alan Hardcastle, *Addison Hevener, *Abigale Kelly, *Audrey Lee, *Mackenzie Pool, *Sophia Stephenson.

Spiro, Oklahoma: *Jillian Cochran, *Anna Curry, *Justin Ennis, *Juliet Flanagan, *Timothy Huddle, Caleb Means, *Ashleigh Owens, *Kelsey Owens, *Jordan Pullen, Jaryn Restine, Megan Sandlin, *William Shackelford, *Andrea Zindler.

Spokane, Washington: *Stephen Wellein.

Springdale: Norma Alonzo, Aleeya Edwards, *Lily Hinton, Kayla Koszewski-Jones, Kinsey McCranie, Jonathan Ortiz, Mili Sandoval, *Logan Smith, *Lacy Stephens.

Star City: *Anna Capps.

Stigler, Oklahoma: Layla Buntin, Britney Gonzalez, Rachel Myers.

Strawberry: *Sondra Brown.

Stuttgart: Karleigh Ross.

Summers: Aracely Najera Hernandez.

Summit: *Dena Wood.

Tahlequah, Oklahoma: *Josie Martinez.

Talihina, Oklahoma: *Joshua Bullock, Ashley Daney.

Tarija, Bolivia: Camila Romero Oller.

Tecumseh, Oklahoma: *Carmen Herrera.

Texarkana, Texas: *Lilly Allison.

Texarkana: Demonte Jamison, Elizabeth Rutledge.

Tiffin, Iowa: *Emily Bernacki.

Tontitown: *Kinsey Stephens.

Tulsa, Oklahoma: Andrew Gancarczyk.

Tyler, Texas: Grace Williams.

Van Buren: *Makala Adair, Alexandra Aguilar, Coryn Anderson, *Jorgi Anderson, Shayla Arter, Nathaly Artero, Paige Baker, Humberto Barrera, Yahyr Bonilla, Graci Brasuell, *Summer Bright, *Lloyd Brothers, Kyle Brown, *Lanie Brown, Parker Brown, *Justin Buccille, Gemma Burkett, *Angel Burkhart, *Caleb Burton, Bertha Cabrera, *Tanner Callahan, Collin Cantrell, *Hudson Cheatham, Anaya Chomphilath, *Lauren Christianson, *Tayler Colley, Jose Cordova, *Ruben Corona, Casey Craft, Brenda Cruz-Chavez, Kimberly Cruz-Chavez, *Faith Cureton, Audrey Dahlem, Destiny Davis, Michael Deleplank, *Luke Dennis, Zoe Dickens, *Zoe Dilley, *William Dover, Carlos Estrada, Chrys Estrada, Jasmine Everetts, *Catelyn Fight, *Alecia Flores, Chloe Ford, *Madisen Gaona, *Vincent Glendenning, Trevor Greb, *Tanner Harmon, *Brandon Harris, Mary Hays, Sarah Henley, *Laci Henson, Myriah Hernandez, Racheal Hilmer, Gabrielle Hinkle, Gracie Holmes, Ken Huang, Reanna Huntington, *Genisis Jaco, Kalyn Jerden, *Kenzie Jones, Sara Kessler, *Molly Kingston, Katheryn Kirkland, Sierra Koperski, Emma Lee, *Lizette Leon, Garrett Lewis, William Logsdon, Josiah Loukota, Danely Lozano, Brittnie Maness, *Hailey Mannon, Kya Mason, *Layton McClure, *Sophia McLain, *Adah Mercer, Jackson Molina, *Nancy Najarro, Jenna Neblick, *Holly Needham, *Cadence Nguyen, *Thomas Nguyen, Isaac Nichols, *Morgan Nouansavane, Natalie Ophaso, *Shaelyn Orsbun, *Allysajoy Pajarillo, Steffany Papp, *Logan Perez, Justin Pham, *Justice Phillips, Renee Phillips, Cesia Pirir Equite, *Taylor Pixley, *Kyler Poor, Ty Potts, Alexis Qualls, Yadira Quijada, *Addison Ray, Kara Ray, *Haden Roark, Haley Roark, Andrew Robbins, Christian Robertson, *Harlee Rodriguez, Bryan Rogers, *Fernando Romero, *Luis Romero, Stephanie Romero, Brylee Rose, *Joshua Rothenberger, Ashli Rowe, *Brittany Russell, *Rylee Ryan, *Abby Saniseng, Tobey Sayaxomphou, Eli Shankle, *Grant Shankle, *Drew Shields, Santiago Showl, Mayle Soukhawan, Michael Storment, Brittney Taylor, Samantha Thompson, *Jessica Thorman, *Stephanie Tinsley, *Arlyn Torres, *Kilee Treadway, Isaac Tunchez, *Sandy Urias, Riley Vann, *Ivan Vatthanatham, *Natalie Verdin, Jacob Weaver, Christian Wharton, *Jonah White, *Julia White, *Lauren Wilkinson, Emersyn Woodard, Payton Woodland, *Elizabeth Wootton, D’Lite Xiong, Sandra Zelaya.

Vian, Oklahoma: Jacob Brockman, *Cassidy Escojido, Nora Halverson, Adam Holt, *Alexis Kleman, Kalee Kolbe.

Victoria, Texas: *Savannah Wharton.

Vilonia: *Nicole Land.

Waldron: Eden Akins, *Melissa Bennett, Kailie Brewer, *Payton Brown, Drake Carnley, Tate Carnley, Erica Davis, Kylee Day, *Jenny Diaz, *Alejandra Flores, Taylor Horn, Ellianna Johnson, Peyton Lipham, Isai Lopez, *Jayden Manning, Lane Metcalf, *Michael Millard, *Lupita Morales, Meagan Murdock, Tara Nix, Vanessa Orozco, *Harleigh Rice, *Kanisha Schafer, *Korie Underwood, Ashton Young.

Walnut Ridge: *Amanda Smith.

Wesley: Brayden Nelson.

West Fork: *Kendyl Hooper, *Abigail Langston, Laura Smedley, *Cassidy Vanhook.

West Helena: Addie Minor.

Whitesboro, Oklahoma: *Zachary Maxwell, *Lana Putman.

Wichita Falls, Texas: Reagan Macha.

Wichita, Kansas: *Jordon Helm.

Wickes: Austin Coon, *Lauren Driver.

Wilmar: Shanique Rhodes.

Wilton: *Shonda French.

Windsor, Missouri: Julia McCown.

Winslow: Darian Chaney.

Wister, Oklahoma: Catherine Baldwin, *Ashton Durant, *Whitney Frost, *Isabella Law, Zuleima Matias, *Kolby McGee, Macy Nobles, Maddy Nobles, *Katie Scowden, Chloe Wilkins.

Obituary – Steven Gaines (2005 – 2024)


The Richard/ Gaines/ Loubey family would like to announce the passing of a dear loved one, Steven Lee Gaines III. Steven was  born on September 6th, 2005, in Mena Arkansas and died unexpectedly on February 1, 2024.

Steven was such a beautiful soul. He loved to have fun and make people laugh. He enjoyed fishing and being outdoors. He loved exploring old, abandoned places to see what his brother and him could find. He enjoyed bonfires and hanging out and having a good time with his friends and family.  He was a hard-working, talented young man. He worked hard and learned quickly. He loved playing around, and people were just drawn to him. He had a magnetic personality. His smile could light up a room. He had no fear. He would start up a conversation with anyone.  Steven’s life was short, but he touched many people. He grew up in Waldron. His first job was with Keith Morris plumbing a family long-time friend who is more family than a friend. He wanted to travel and spread his wings and see the world. So, he got a job with his stepdad and brother at NCS. He prided himself on doing his job well. He will forever live on and be remembered in the hearts he loved and touched along the way.

He is survived by those who loved him most his mother Jolene (Loubey) Richard, stepfather Robert Richard; his brothers Joshua Loubey, Flannigon Gaines, Gordon Gaines, Otho Gaines and sisters: Nina Loubey, Skarlett Richard, Aubrey Gaines Allen, Alanis Martin and brothers-in-law Grady Allen and Collin Martin, stepbrother Izek Pina-Pina and stepsisters: Raven Swiney, Gabriella Pina-Pina, Alexis Percefull. Steven is also survived by grandmother’s Shelia Campbell Johnson and Elizabeth Lane and grandfather Kenneth Johnson as well as a bonus GG, Gaetonette Meza, and bonus uncle Josh Swiney. Steven will be missed by all that knew him and the many whose lives he impacted including many, many uncles and aunts and cousins.

Steven is preceded in death by his father Steven Gaines II, grandfather Frankie Loubey, and Steven Gaines, great uncle David Loubey, great grandmother Eva Campbell, and Lucy Loubey, Gladis Baker, great grandfather Tom Campbell and Frank Loubey along with many more relatives.

Steven’s life celebration will be 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, February 6, 2024 at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron, Arkansas.  Arrangements and cremation are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home & Crematory in Waldron, Arkansas.

Steven’s visitation will be Monday, February 5, 2024, from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas.

Arrest Reports 1/28

Arresting agency – Fort Smith Police Department:
Haley Cheyenne Brooks of Paris was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on February 3 at 3:25 a.m. and released on signature bond February 3 at 8:57 a.m. Brooks was charged with disorderly conduct – fighting.

Sierra Ann Johnson of Paris was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on February 3 at 1:42 p.m. and remains at the SCADC without bond. Johnson was charged with aggravated assault.

Chasitee Kaleena Painter of Lavaca was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on January 31 at 7:05 p.m. and released on February 3 at 2:18 a.m. Painter was charged with Contempt-willful disobedience (Failure to Pay Fine), and Contempt-willful disobedience (Failure to Pay Fine).

Ricky Rushworth of Huntington was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on February 2 at 8:32 p.m. and released on signature bond February 3 at 5:05 a.m. Rushworth was charged with Public Intoxication – Danger to self or others.

Dustin Wayne Tankersley of Hackett was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on February 1 at 7:02 p.m. and remains at the SCADC without bond. Tankersley was charged with Breaking or Entering- – Building, Structure or Vehicle, Obstructing Governmental Operations-ID, and Assist Outside Agency-Misd.

Arresting agency – Mansfield Police Department:
Carl James Chapman of Huntington was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on February 1 at 7:06 p.m. and released on bond February 2 at 10:15 p.m. Chapman was charged with Petition to Revoke – Felony, and two counts of Contempt-willful disobedience (Failure to Pay Fine).

Anthony Dwain Peoples of Mansfield was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on February 1 at 9:23 a.m. and remains at the SCADC with bond. Peoples was charged with Contempt-willful disobedience (Failure to Pay Fine), and Failure to Appear – Class A Misdemeanor.

Arresting agency – Sebastian County Sheriff’s Office:
Dustin Dakota Cripps of Hackett was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on January 29 at 6:32 p.m. and released on signature bond January 29 at 9:11 p.m. Cripps was charged with game and fish reg. 5.02 night hunting violation, and game and fish regulation 13.02 chasing bears with dogs.

Daniel Vincent Guess of Huntington was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on January 30 at 1:15 a.m. and released on bond February 1 at 10:40 p.m. Guess was charged with Resisting Arrest Misdemeanor, and Public Intoxication – Annoyance.

Sandra L Hutchins of Hartford was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on January 29 at 8:48 p.m. and remains at the SCADC without bond. Hutchins was charged with Possession of [Schedule VI Controlled Substance] with the Purpose to Deliver >4oz., Possession Drug Paraphernalia – Felony, and Trafficking [Schedule I/II Controlled Substance].

Donald Allen Lackey of Huntington was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on January 29 at 8:50 p.m. and remains at the SCADC without bond. Lackey was charged with parole violation, Possession Drug Paraphernalia – Felony, Possession of [Schedule VI Controlled Substance] with the Purpose to Deliver >4oz, and Trafficking [Schedule I/II Controlled Substance].

Timothy Leroy Martin, II of Huntington was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on January 29 at 11:38 p.m. and remains at the SCADC without bond. Martin was charged with parole violation and Trafficking [Schedule I/II Controlled Substance].

Krystin Kimberly Rawles of Booneville was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on January 28 at 12:40 p.m. and remains at the SCADC without bond. Rawles was charged with Assist Outside Agency-Misd., return to testify, and Contempt-willful disobedience (Failure to Pay Fine).

Shayna Raelynn Scrivner of Mansfield was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on February 2 at 10:42 a.m. and released on February 3 at 11:11 a.m. Scrivner was charged with drug court sanctions.

Arresting agency – Lavaca Police Department:
Heather L Hudson of Charleston was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on January 28 at 1:19 a.m. and released on January 30 at 2:42 p.m. Hudson was charged with Failure to Appear – Class B Misdemeanor, Driving While License Cancelled/Suspended/Revoked, and Failure to Appear – Class C Misdemeanor.

Crystal Rose Wieneke of Charleston was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on January 28 at 8:10 p.m. and released on legally sufficient bond January 28 at 10:30 p.m. Wieneke was charged with DWI I – Drugs Misdemeanor.

Arresting agency – Greenwood Police Department:
Obrien James Irwin of Greenwood was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on January 30 at 3:55 a.m. and released on signature bond February 1 at 2:56 p.m. Irwin was charged with Public Intoxication – Danger to self or others, Disorderly Conduct – Obscene Language or Gesture, Fleeing – By Vehicle-Misd., and Reckless Driving 1st Offense.

Arresting agency – Arkansas Parole:
Dustin David Johnson of Greenwood was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on January 30 at 12:14 p.m. and remains at the SCADC without bond. Johnson was charged with parole violation.

Arresting agency – Logan County Sheriff’s Office:
Tyner Tankersley, 35 of Russellville, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on January 28 at 4:20 p.m. Tankersley was charged with two counts of possession of drug paraphernalia, no insurance, and furnishing possessing using delivering prohibited articles.

Tammy Cotton, 51 of Paris, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on January 30 at 1:47 a.m. Cotton was charged with failure to pay.

Haskal Swanson, 33 of Paris, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on January 31 at 1:44 p.m. Swanson was charged with possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia, and failure to pay.

Joshua Giddens, 44 of Paris, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on January 31 at 4:39 p.m. Giddens was charged with resisting arrest, three counts of possession of a controlled substance, escape in the third degree, fleeing, two counts of possession of drug paraphernalia, theft of property, and two counts of criminal mischief in the second degree.

Brenda Stinnet, 39 of Fort Smith, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on January 31 at 5:21 p.m. Stinnet was charged with possession of a controlled substance, and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Eric King, 29, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on February 1 at 5:35 p.m. King was charged with return for court.

Michael McGrath, 43, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on February 1 at 5:40 p.m. McGrath was charged with return for court.

Amanda Wilkins, 42 of Magazine, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on February 2 at 4:32 p.m. Wilkins was sentenced to ADC.

Andra McClanahan, 23 of Booneville, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on February 2 at 6:15 p.m. McClanahan was charged with contempt of court.

Anthony Hampton, 27 of Booneville, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on February 2 at 7:03 p.m. Hampton was charged with rape.

Spirit McMurray, 27 of Paris, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on February 3 at 3:46 p.m. McMurray was charged with failure to appear.

Arresting agency – Franklin County Sheriff’s Office:
Jason Edward Miller, 41 of Ozark, was booked into the Franklin County Detention Center on February 3 at 8:32 a.m. Miller was charged with public intoxication.

Toan Nhut Nguyen, 40 of Tyler, TX, was booked into the Franklin County Detention Center on February 2 at 8:51 p.m. Nguyen was charged with failure to appear.

Theresa Ruffener, 54 of Oark, was booked into the Franklin County Detention Center on February 2 at 5:56 p.m. Ruffener was charged with no proof of liability insurance, no driver’s license, driving while intoxicated – DWI 1st, open container containing alcohol in motor vehicle.

Christpher Beavers, 51, was booked into the Franklin County Detention Center on February 2 at 3:14 p.m. Beavers was charged with failure to appear on unclassified misdemeanor.

Zachary Britt, 26 of Dardanelle, was booked into the Franklin County Detention Center on February 2 at 2:35 p.m. Britt was charged with two counts of failure to appear on unclassified misdemeanor.

Hayley Dee Miesner, 46 of Charleston, was booked into the Franklin County Detention Center on February 1 at 8:51 p.m. Miesner was charged with possession of meth or cocaine LT 2GM, and possession of drug paraphernalia meth/cocaine.

Storm Logan Smith, 28 of Ozark, was booked into the Franklin County Detention Center on February 1 at 3:08 p.m. Smith was charged with failure to appear, and failure to comply with conditions of pre-trial release.

Derrick J Lawson, 33 of Fort Smith, was booked into the Franklin County Detention Center on January 28 at 9:07 a.m. Lawson was sentenced to ADC.

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


Extension financial expert offers filing tips for 2023 tax season

By Rebekah Hall 
U of A System Division of Agriculture

 With the start of tax season on Jan. 29, the Internal Revenue Service has begun accepting and processing 2023 tax year returns. The standard deduction, which is adjusted annually for inflation, increased for tax year 2023 and will also increase for tax year 2024.

TAX TIPS — Laura Hendrix, extension associate professor of personal finance and consumer economics for the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture, said it’s important for taxpayers to gather and organize necessary documents and information before filing for the 2023 tax year. (Division of Agriculture photo.) 

Laura Hendrix, extension associate professor of personal finance and consumer economics for the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture, said a taxpayer may choose to take the standard deduction or to itemize their deductions.

“There are several factors that can influence a taxpayer’s choice, including changes to their tax situation, any changes to the standard deduction amount and recent tax law changes,” Hendrix said. “Generally, most taxpayers use the option that gives them the lowest overall tax, and most people take the standard deduction, which changes each year for inflation.”

Hendrix said deductions are subtracted from a taxpayer’s income to determine adjusted gross income, or AGI, which is the amount on which an individual pays taxes.

“The more deductions you have, the lower your AGI and the less you will pay in taxes,” Hendrix said. “Deductions can reduce the amount of a taxpayer’s income before they calculate the tax they owe.”

Itemized deductions that taxpayers may claim include state and local income or sales tax, real estate and personal property taxes, home mortgage interest, personal casualty and theft losses from a federally declared disaster, gifts to a qualified charity and unreimbursed medical and dental expenses that exceed 7.5 percent of AGI.

Hendrix said the amount of one’s standard deduction depends on a taxpayer’s filing status, age, whether they are blind and whether the taxpayer is claimed as a dependent by someone else.

“Generally, if a taxpayer’s itemized deductions are larger than their standard deduction, it makes sense for them to itemize,” she said. “Taxpayers who choose to itemize deductions should read the instructions for Schedule A and complete Form 1040, Itemized Deductions.”

Standard deduction amounts for tax year 2023, filing in 2024:

  • For married couples filing jointly: $27,000, up $1,800 from 2022
  • For single taxpayers and married individuals filing separately: $13,850, up $900 from 2022
  • For heads of households: $20,800, up $1,400 from 2022

Standard deduction amounts for tax year 2024, filing in 2025:

  • For married couples filing jointly: $29,200, up $1,500 from 2023
  • For single taxpayers and married individuals filing separately: $14,600, up $750 from 2023
  • For heads of households: $21,900, up $1,100 from 2023

Preparation is key

The IRS expects more than 128 million individual tax returns to be filed by the April 15, 2024, tax deadline. Hendrix said it’s important for individuals and families to keep organized records for tax filing.

“It’s like getting all your ingredients ready before preparing a meal, though not as fun,” Hendrix said.

To do things “quickly and the right way,” Hendrix said taxpayers should have the following information ready before sitting down to file:

  • Social security numbers for yourself, your spouse and any dependents
  • Last year’s tax returns — federal and state
  • All of your W-2 forms if you were paid as an employee
  • All of your 1099 forms if you were paid, for example, as an independent contractor
  • Forms received from bank and investment accounts detailing interest earned, capital gains and losses and retirement account contributions
  • If you run your own business, a list of business expenses to see if they are deductible
  • Mortgage and property tax statements
  • Charitable contributions
  • Unreimbursed medical expenses
  • Education expenses
  • Child or dependent care expenses

Tax credits

Hendrix said the Earned Income Tax Credit is a refundable credit. “If you have worked and earned income under $59,187 in 2023, you may qualify,” she said. “Even if you know you won’t owe any taxes, you should still file for EITC. The credit will be sent to you as a refund.”

  • Child Tax Credit (CTC) and Additional Child Tax Credit (ACTC) are tax credits for filers with qualifying dependents. The Child Tax Credit is worth a maximum of $2,000 per qualifying child. Up to $1,600 is refundable as the Additional Child Tax Credit. CTC is applied to the tax bill, and ACTC is refundable. Children must be under the age of 17 and must have lived with the taxpayer for more than half the year.
  • Child and Dependent Care Credit: Tax filers may claim between 20 and 35 percent of care expenses, up to $3,000 for one qualifying individual or $6,000 for two or more qualifying individuals. Expenses paid for the care of a qualifying individual are eligible expenses if the primary reason for paying the expense is to assure the individual’s well-being and protection. The percentage claim allowed (20-35 percent) is based on income, with lower-income filers receiving a higher percentage allowed for the credit.

The IRS Tax Assistant at  www.irs.gov/help/ita is an online tool and calculator that can help filers determine qualification and estimate amounts.

Filing resources

The IRS encourages taxpayers to file electronically with direct deposit, as this is the fastest and easiest way to receive a refund.

“Avoid advanced refund options offered by tax preparers that charge high fees,” Hendrix added.

IRS Free File

  • If your income is $79,000 or less, you qualify for a free federal tax return. Access free online tax preparation and filing at an IRS partner site through IRS Free File.
  • If your income is more than $79,000, you can access fillable forms to prepare your own return without assistance.
  • irs.gov/filing/free-file-do-your-federal-taxes-for-free

MyFreeTaxes

  • United Way provides MyFreeTaxes in partnership with the IRS’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program to help filers prepare their tax returns on their own or have their return prepared for them for free. Consumers making less than $60,000 qualify for free tax prep.
  • myfreetaxes.com

In-person tax prep

Tax filing assistance for Military

  • MilTax e-filing software is free for service members, eligible family members and survivors.
  • mil/financial-legal/taxes/miltax-military-tax-services/

For more information, visit IRS.gov. For extension resources on personal finance, visit uaex.uada.edu/money.

To learn about extension programs in Arkansas, contact your local Cooperative Extension Service agent or visit www.uaex.uada.edu. Follow us on X and Instagram at @AR_Extension. To learn more about Division of Agriculture research, visit the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station website: https://aaes.uada.edu. Follow on X at @ArkAgResearch. To learn more about the Division of Agriculture, visit https://uada.edu/. Follow us on X at @AgInArk. 

About the Division of Agriculture

The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture’s mission is to strengthen agriculture, communities, and families by connecting trusted research to the adoption of best practices. Through the Agricultural Experiment Station and the Cooperative Extension Service, the Division of Agriculture conducts research and extension work within the nation’s historic land grant education system. 

The Division of Agriculture is one of 20 entities within the University of Arkansas System. It has offices in all 75 counties in Arkansas and faculty on five system campuses.  

The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers all its Extension and Research programs to all eligible persons without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital or veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Obituary – Benny Hubby (1936 – 2024)

Benny Hubby, 87, went to be with his Lord and Savior, February 2, 2024. Benny was born December 11, 1936 in Clovis, NM Benjamin and Ollie Hubby.

Ben was born in Clovis, New Mexico in 1936. He graduated from Clovis High School and joined the Navy. He served aboard the USS New Jersey and the USS Northhampton as a machinist. He is a veteran of the Korean War and sailed both across the Arctic Circle (Blue Nose) and across the equator (Shellback). He also served with the American Red Cross in the mid-1960’s in Cam Rahn Bay, Vietnam.

After his initial tour in the Navy, he began studying at Bethany Nazarene College in Bethany, Oklahoma. During this time, he would visit his parents, who then lived near Waldron, Arkansas. It was there where he met the love of his life, Freddie Jo (Hale) Hubby. They would remain married for 54 years, when Freddie passed away after a battle with Lymphoma. They would have two children together: Cindy (Hubby) Klatt and Tim Hubby.

After completing college, Ben would enjoy a successful career in commercial insurance and as a loss control consultant. He would eventually retire from insurance and pursue his love of gardening, boating, etc. He would earn his Master Gardener designation and use these skills to plan and enhance gardens at various nursing homes as a volunteer. His service in the Navy gave him lifelong love of boating, and he would eventually buy a houseboat and spend hours on the water (sometimes lost).

He always loved spending time with family, and his cooking specialty was making the most delicious biscuits and gravy. Anytime family was in town, it wasn’t “breakfast” without Papa Ben’s biscuits and gravy. In his final years, he settled into an assisted living community that he loved, where he made many new friends and spent his last years happy and content.

Benny leaves behind to cherish his memory, his daughter Cindy Klatt and husband Larry, son Tim Hubby and wife Elizabeth Hubby. Papa Ben will forever remain in the hearts of his grandchildren: Whitney Barron (Taylor), Justin Deaton, Vivian Hubby, Grace Hubby and great-granddaughter Pearl Barron and great-grandson Duke Barron. Benny will be missed by all that knew him and the many whose lives he impacted including a host of nieces, nephews, friends neighbors and loved ones.

Benny was preceded in death by the love of his life, Freddie Hubby and his parents: Benjamin and Ollie Hubby.

Benny’s graveside life celebration will be 11:00 a.m., Monday, January 5, 2024 at the Union Hill Cemetery in Union Hill Arkansas with Rev. Zach Hale officiating.

We wish to thank the Fayetteville Home Based Primary Care unit at the Fayetteville VA for their years of devotion and care for our father. They were Godsend! In the end, the actions and services provided by the Circle of Life Hospice in Springdale, Arkansas were such a comfort to him and us. Their thoughtfulness and compassion made this very difficult time more bearable and helped us focus on just spending our final minutes with him in peace.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to St. Jude Children’s Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee.

Obituary – Robert Sharpe (1949 – 2024)

Robert Louise Sharpe of Waldron, Arkansas went to be with his Lord and Savior, Thursday, January 31, 2024 in Fort Smith, Arkansas with loved ones by his side. Robert was born September 13, 1949 to Harry Sharpe and Bessie Mae (Hadley) Sharpe. He was 74 years old. Robert attended the Winfield Baptist Church in Waldron.

Robert married the love of his life, Debra, in 1987. Together they raised their children and became treasured grandparents. Robert retired from John Deer as a machinist. After retirement Robert and Debra relocated to Waldron where they enjoyed living in the country. Robert went fishing every chance he could, he enjoyed watching car races, bull riding, and old westerns. His favorite past time was spending time with his family.

Robert leaves behind to cherish his memory, his loving wife Debra of the home and his children: Robert Sharpe Jr. of Idaho, Frank Sharpe (Nina) of Claremore, Oklahoma, Joanie Rader (Scott) of Hot Springs, Arkansas and step daughter Angela Zuasanabar (Juan) of Cheyenne, Wyoming. Robert is also survived by his siblings: Harry Sharpe of St. Paul, Minnesota, Jimmy Sharpe of Delaware, Oklahoma, Billy Sharpe of Coffeyville, Kansas, Ann Rexwinkle of Coffeyville, Kansas and Sue Fisher of Kansas City, Missouri. Robert will forever remain in the hearts of a host of grandchildren and great grandchildren. Robert will be missed by all that knew him and the many whose lives he impacted including a host of extended family, friends and neighbors he loved dearly.

Robert was preceded in death by his parents, Harry and Bessie Mae, one son Kevin Sharpe, one stepson Brian Nalley and one sister Charlotte Bland.

Robert’s life celebration will be 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 7, 2024 at the Winfield Baptist Church in Winfield, Arkansas with Rev. William Crelia and Rev. Konnor McKay officiating. Arrangements are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas.

Robert’s visitation will be Tuesday, February 6, 2024 from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron, Arkansas.

ASP Seized More Than 11,000 Pounds of Illegal Drugs and $1.4 Million From Arkansas Highways in 2023

In 2023, Arkansas State Police (ASP) saw a significant rise in illegal drug seizures during traffic stops compared to the previous year. ASP’s Interstate Criminal Patrol (ICP) identified 138 significant seizures in 2023.

The amount of cocaine seizures showed a significant increase, with a total of 353 pounds confiscated in 2023. The street value of the amount of the confiscated cocaine is more than $15 million. These seizures represent a 146% increase from the 2022 seizure of 143.35 pounds of cocaine by ASP.

“These substantial seizures should serve as a powerful warning to anyone engaged in unlawful activities on Arkansas highways,” said ASP Col. Mike Hagar. “State Police will remain vigilant and committed to keeping the roads safe for law-abiding citizens.”

In June, ASP made the largest cocaine seizure of 2023 on Interstate 40 in Lonoke County. During a search of a truck hauling a track hoe near Lonoke, they discovered 146 pounds (or 66 kilograms) of cocaine. The estimated street value of the illegal drugs is over $6.5 million. The two suspects were transporting a Caterpillar excavator with hidden compartments in the frames of the trailer. As a result of the investigation, the rig, trailer, and excavator were all confiscated.

Illegal marijuana seizures were up by more than 2,000 pounds year to year. 10,386 pounds were seized in 2023 compared to 8,015 pounds in 2022. Seven out of the top ten illegal marijuana seizures came out of Crawford County, with the largest confiscation from a traffic stop on Interstate 40 in January. During that stop, 939 pounds of illegal marijuana and 141 pounds of illegal THC products were uncovered.

The second-highest seizure of illegal marijuana was in December of 2023. ASP found 869 pounds of high-grade illegal marijuana after a traffic stop on Interstate 30 in Lonoke County. The street value of that illegal marijuana was more than $3.6 million. The vehicle’s driver, a 33-year-old from Brazil, was driving from California to Miami. The suspect was charged him with Drug Trafficking, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and other charges.

Fentanyl seizures were down but still substantial (65 pounds in 2022 to 46 pounds in 2023). In June of 2023, ASP found 50,000 Fentanyl pills with a street value of over $2 million. The driver and a passenger were taken into custody after a Trooper stopped the vehicle for an improper lane change between Protho Junction and the Interstate 440 interchange. During a search of the vehicle, the Trooper seized 11.83 pounds or 5 kilograms of Fentanyl.

Cash seized during traffic stops increased from 2022 to 2023. Last year, ASP confiscated over $1.4 million, compared to $996,000 in 2022. In September, during a traffic stop on Interstate 40 in Lonoke County, Troopers discovered 18 vacuum-sealed bags of cash hidden throughout a tractor trailer, which led to the seizure of over $545,000.

In 2023, ASP confiscated various illegal THC products, including 187 pounds of marijuana edibles, more than 30 pounds of THC wax, and 1470 illegal THC cartridges from a driver who claimed he was driving through Arkansas from California to Georgia.

Additionally, in October of 2023, ASP and the Arkansas Tobacco Control seized an unprecedented number of illegal cigarettes. The seizure involved 32,671 packs of untaxed cigarettes worth more than $311,000. A Trooper stopped a cargo van on Interstate 40 near Carlisle and discovered numerous cartons of contraband cigarettes during a search of the cargo area.

A 35-year-old from of El Paso, Texas, was charged with Possession of Untaxed Tobacco and Unauthorized Use of Another Person’s Property to Facilitate Certain Crimes.

Other illegal drugs seized in 2023 include psilocybin mushrooms, 1 pound of black tar heroin, 420 bottles of promethazine, and 56 pounds of methamphetamine. During other traffic stops in the past year, ASP confiscated a variety of pharmaceutical drugs, including Xanax, Hydrocodone, and Ketamine, and 21 illegal weapons.

Seized drugs are sent to the Arkansas State Crime Lab for analysis and then stored during prosecution. After cases are adjudicated, the drugs are transported to an incinerator for disposal. Seized weapons are destroyed, later used by law enforcement, or sold at public auction.

Seized cash that is determined to be forfeited goes to prosecuting attorney in the jurisdiction where it was initially seized. Prosecuting attorneys decide how the money is distributed.

Sometimes, money is shared between multiple agencies. When ASP receives funds, it is used to purchase equipment and provide training. 20% of seized funds go to the U.S. Marshals Service in every federal forfeiture.

“Just Roll with It” Serving up Recipes and Humor

By Sheri Hopkins, Lifestyle Contributor

Hello everyone! We went from winter to spring. I love this weather, such nice days we are having. Punxsutawney Phil has made his prediction; an early spring is headed our way. I know he is just a rodent, but he’s a famous rodent.

Have I told y’all my house is haunted? Every time I look in the mirror, a chubby old lady appears. I thought that was sooo funny.

I want to tell y’all another story about my mother. I’ve told y’all 100 times she had Alzheimer’s. My mom always sang at church and led songs as long as I can remember. Even when she was in advanced stage, she could get up and sing and not forget the words. It makes me cry to think about it. Never missed a beat. She would bless people with her singing and loved to go to church.

I know y’all remember Shirley Gillis. She was such a precious person. Mom would ask her questions about her mom, Marie Clopton that had passed away. Shirley would always answer her and be so patent with mom. Almost without fail, every service mom would ask Shirley how her mom was doing. Even the most patient can break every once in a while. One night after service, mom, again, asked Shirley how her mom was. Shirley responded with, “Janice she is dead.” In my mom fashion, she replied, “whaaaaat?” I laugh thinking about it. That Shirley was a jewel for sure.

When my husband passed away, mom didn’t recognize many people. She was sitting in the kitchen, we had a house full of people, my two brothers were standing outside, and she could see them through the window. She looks and says, “there are my boys.” It made me cry, she remembered them. We had a lot of laughs at my house with her. She loved Jacob and Jimmy and all the little kids. If your mom is still alive, make time for her. You won’t regret it.

This week’s recipe is for a chocolate dump cake. I love chocolate.

CHOCOLATE DUMP CAKE
1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick), melted
1 box chocolate cake mix (you can use fudge or milk chocolate, just whatever you like)
1 (5.1 oz.) box of chocolate instant pudding
2 1/2 cups of whole milk
1 (12 oz.) bag semi-sweet chocolate chips
Spray a 9×13 pan with nonstick spray and preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Sprinkle the dry cake mix evenly in the pan. Sprinkle the dry instant pudding on top of the cake mix. Add the milk to the melted butter (make sure the butter isn’t too hot). Pour the milk/butter mixture on top of the cake and pudding. Use a whisk to mix slightly, you don’t need to stir entirely, but you do want it slightly mixed, so it bakes evenly. Sprinkle the entire bag of chocolate chips across the top. Place in the oven to bake for 40-45 minutes. Serve with ice cream.