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COSL announces tax auction for regional counties: Crawford, Franklin, Logan, Sebastian, Scott

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COSL announces tax auction for regional counties: Crawford, Franklin, Logan, Sebastian, Scott

(June 20, 2023) LITTLE ROCK, Ark – Commissioner of State Lands Tommy Land announced that his office will auction tax-delinquent parcels located in Crawford, Franklin, Logan, Sebastian and Scott Counties on July 11.

The regional auction begins at 10 a.m. and will be held in meeting rooms of the Fort Smith Wyndham Hotel – Dallas/Little Rock Rooms, at 700 Rogers Avenue. Registration begins at 9:00 a.m.

“These new regional auctions will allow bidders to attend the sales for multiple counties without traveling to multiple locations or taking several days off work,” Commissioner of State Lands Tommy Land said. “This will also allow us to be more fiscally responsible by conducting fewer events.”

Auctions will be conducted alphabetically by county. Prospective bidders can find the Public Auction Catalog on the Commissioner’s website at www.cosl.org. This resource includes a buyer’s guide; statutes governing sales; auction date, time and location; and a complete listing of parcels offered.

The website also includes an instructional video demonstrating how to research information about each parcel available for sale.

“Owners of delinquent parcels going for auction should be aware that the redemption period has changed,” Land said. “Parcels must be redeemed by 4 p.m. on the last business day before the sale date. That means we must have their money and petition to redeem in our hands by that time.”

Auction sales are final, he emphasized. “Parcels sold at auction cannot be redeemed.”

Bidders must register for the auction before placing a bid. Purchases may be paid for with a business or personal check, or a credit or debit card. Cash is not accepted for purchase of tax-delinquent parcels.

“Property taxes help fund schools, roads, libraries and public services including ambulances,” Land said. “Everyone benefits from paying those taxes — and the property owner benefits from paying on time, by avoiding interest and penalties on delinquent taxes.”

Properties that do not sell at auction will appear on the COSL’s post-auction sales list 30 days after the auction date. From there, they can be purchased through an online auction system. Another instructional video on the COSL website demonstrates that process to bidders.

Owners of delinquent parcels may redeem those delinquent taxes online at www.cosl.org using a credit or debit card. Those who prefer to pay by check or money order can print a Petition to Redeem from the website or call the office at 501-324-9422 to request the petition, which must accompany their payment.

Owners seeking to redeem within 30 days before an auction must use certified funds or may redeem with cash in our office at 1020 W. 4^th Street in Little Rock. Cash is only accepted for redemption, and only for in-person payments at 1020 W. 4^th Street.

Solar Glasses to be Available in Greenwood

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Solar Glasses to be Available in Greenwood

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The Greenwood Advertising and Promotion Commission and the Greenwood Chamber of Commerce, with the generous contribution of Farmers Bank announced the availability of ISO approved solar viewing glasses for the public to use in viewing next year’s “Great North American Eclipse.”

This last chance for a generation to see a total eclipse of the sun will happen on April 8^th, 2024. The path of “totality” will pass over parts of the River Valley and Western Arkansas in the early afternoon of April 8^th. The prediction is that tens of thousands of visitors will come to Arkansas to view the spectacle.

The only safe way to view the Sun at any timeincluding during an eclipse, is by looking through an ISO approved lens or filter. Sunglasses, welding glasses and other darkening methods are not sufficient and permanent damage to the eyes WILL result from looking at the Sun without the proper filter.

The solar glasses from Greenwood, made in the USA by American Paper Optics, will be available beginning July 1^st of this year (limit 2 per person andwhile supplies last) free of charge to the public. The only catch to the offer is that the glasses must be picked up in person in Greenwood. The glasses will be available at Greenwood City Hall, the Greenwood Chamber of Commerce office on the square in Downtown Greenwood and at any Farmers Bank location. The glasses will also be provided to every student in the Greenwood School District on the day of the eclipse.

For further information contact Bob Purvis, Greenwood Chamber of Commerce, (479) 996-6357 bpurvis@greenwoodarkansas.com

East Village Greenwood, Dedication/Ribbon Cutting

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East Village Greenwood, Dedication/Ribbon Cutting

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For the first time in more than a decade a completely new sub-division is coming to Greenwood, Arkansas. East Village sub-division will help meet the growing demand for housing inventory in the River Valley. East Village is a Planned Unit Development that will consist of 251 units that will range from starter homes to luxury homes and will also include a section of multi-family housing. Additionally, the development will feature sidewalks on both sides of the streets, numerous common areas and 2 ½ miles of walking trails. The major streets in the development are finished and the water and sewer lines to the home sites in Phase 1 of the project are in the ground and the first homes are already under construction.

The dedication/ribbon cutting will take place at the main entrance to East Village on Highway 10 East in Greenwood, (across the highway from Vache Grasse Country Club) at 2:00 pm, Friday, June 23, 2023. The public is invited to hear remarks from Mayor Doug Kinslow about the positive impact on the city of Greenwood because of this new development and to learn more about the future plans for the development from the builders and partners in the project.

For more information contact Bob Purvis, Greenwood Chamber of Commerce, 479-996-6357

Mansfield School Board Regular, Special Meeting Minutes

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Mansfield School Board Regular, Special Meeting Minutes

A meeting of the Board of Education of Mansfield School District No. 76

At the regular meeting of the Board of Education of the School District aforesaid, at the Administration Building, on June 12, 2023, there being present Lesli Baggett, Mike Gipson, Steve Hattabaugh (entered the meeting at 6:20pm), Owen Edwards, and Rick Nicodemus attended remotely; Absent: None.

All members of the board, the following business were transacted to wit:

(Minutes were recorded by Carol Reano)

STAFF PRESENT: Joe Staton, Carol Reano, Joshua Brown, Donnie Eveld, Susan Martin

The meeting was called to order by Gipson, School Board Vice President, at 6:08 p.m.

IN THE MATTER OF: Consent Agenda Items

A motion was made by Edwards, seconded by Baggett, to approve the consent agenda items as presented.

Voting for the motion: Gipson, Baggett, Edwards

Voting against the motion:

Motion passed 3-0.

IN THE MATTER OF: Reorganization of the Board

A motion was made by Gipson, seconded by Edwards, to appoint Rick Nicodemus as Board President for 2023-2024.

Voting for the motion: Gipson, Baggett, Edwards

Voting against the motion:

Motion passed 3-0.

A motion was made by Gipson, seconded by Baggett, to appoint Owen Edwards as Board Vice President for 2023-2024.

Voting for the motion: Gipson, Baggett, Edwards

Voting against the motion:

Motion passed 3-0.

A motion was made by Gipson, seconded by Edwards, to appoint Lesli Baggett Board Secretary for 2023-2024.

Voting for the motion: Gipson, Baggett, Edwards

Voting against the motion:

Motion passed 3-0.

IN THE MATTER OF: School Board Disbursing Officer

A motion was made by Gipson, seconded by Edwards, for President Rick Nicodemus to be School Board Disbursing Officer for 23-24.

Voting for the motion: Gipson, Baggett, Edwards

Voting against the motion:

Motion passed 3-0 at 6:11 pm.

Steve Hattabaugh entered the meeting at 6:20 pm.

IN THE MATTER OF: Resolution to set Year End Balance – Act 1105

A motion was made by Gipson, seconded by Edwards, to approve to adopt the attached resolution to comply with Act 1105 of 2017 regular legislative session regarding the 20% carryover balance. The board authorizes the superintendent and district treasurer to move an amount above $765,000 ending balance in the 2000 funds to the building fund after categorical and restricted funds are first deducted from the ending balance.

Voting for the motion: Gipson, Baggett, Hattabaugh, Edwards

Voting against the motion:

Motion passed 4-0 6:21 pm.

IN THE MATTER OF: 2023-24 TARRP PLAN

A motion was made by Baggett, seconded by Edwards, to approve the 2023-24 TARRP plan.

Voting for the motion: Gipson, Baggett, Hattabaugh, Edwards

Voting against the motion:

Motion passed 4-0 at 6:24 pm.

IN THE MATTER OF: Resolution to appoint Guy Fenter Coop board member.

A motion was made by Gipson, seconded by Hattabaugh, to adopt the attached resolution to appoint Superintendent Staton as the Mansfield School representative board member to the Guy Fenter Coop.

Voting for the motion: Gipson, Baggett, Hattabaugh, Edwards

Voting against the motion:

Motion passed 4-0. 6:22 pm.

IN THE MATTER OF: ASBA Policy Updates

A motion was made by Baggett, seconded by Hattabaugh, to accept Staton’s recommendation to adopt the attached list of ASBA policy updates.

Voting for the motion: Gipson, Baggett, Hattabaugh, Edwards

Voting against the motion:

Motion passed 4-0 at 6:27 pm.

IN THE MATTER OF: 2023-24 Student Handbooks

A motion was made by Hattabaugh, seconded by Edwards, to approve the presented changes to the 23-24 Student Handbooks.

Voting for the motion: Gipson, Baggett, Hattabaugh, Edwards

Voting against the motion:

Motion passed 4-0 at 6:35 pm.

IN THE MATTER OF: Student Transfer

A motion was made by Baggett, seconded by Gipson, to approve the student transfer for Adleigh Barr and Presley Barr to the Greenwood School District.

Voting for the motion: Gipson, Baggett, Edwards

Voting against the motion: Hattabaugh

Motion passed 3-1 at 6:37 pm.

IN THE MATTER OF: 23-24 amended Stipend Table

A motion was made by Edwards, seconded by Baggett, to approve the presented amended 2023-24 personnel stipend table.

Voting for the motion: Gipson, Baggett, Hattabaugh, Edwards

Voting against the motion:

Motion passed 4-0 at 6:41 pm.

IN THE MATTER OF: Personnel

Executive session was requested at 6:42 pm for personnel matters.

The meeting was called back to order at 7:43 pm

RESIGNATIONS:

A motion was made by Edwards, seconded by Hattabaugh, to accept Staton’s recommendation to approve the resignation of Becky Vanelli.

Voting for the motion: Gipson, Baggett, Hattabaugh, Edwards

Voting against the motion:

Motion passed 4-0 at 7:43 pm.

HIRING:

A motion was made by Edwards, seconded by Hattabaugh, to accept Staton’s recommendation to approve the voluntary reassignment of Donnie Eveld to Facilities Maintenance/Transportation/Athletic Director and continue as Softball Coach effective July 1, 2023.

Voting for the motion: Gipson, Baggett, Hattabaugh, Edwards

Voting against the motion:

Motion passed 4-0 at 7:44 pm.

A motion was made by Hattabaugh, seconded by Gipson, to accept Staton’s recommendation to hire Brittany Feimster for 23-24 Cheer coach.

Voting for the motion: Gipson, Baggett, Hattabaugh, Edwards

Voting against the motion:

Motion passed 4-0 7:45 pm.

SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT:

Discussion on the cheerleaders wearing uniforms on game day.

Prom will be April 12, 2024.

Graduation will be May 13, 2024.

Guy Fenter MOU for special education evaluator.

Update on the $10,000 school based health clinic grand for a telehealth room.

HVAC update: getting quotes on the HS cafeteria and ms gym unit.

ADE Compliance – audit building and fixtures to make sure the district is in compliance.

Safety Grant – window film should start next week and the hardware project around the end of the month.

OTHER BOARD COMMUNICATION:

No other board communications

IN THE MATTER OF: Adjournment

A motion was made by Edwards, seconded by Hattabaugh, to adjourn the meeting at 7:55 p.m.

Voting for the motion: Gipson, Baggett, Hattabaugh, Edwards

Voting against the motion:

Motion passed 4-0 at 7:55 pm.

A special meeting of the Board of Education of Mansfield School District No. 76

At the special meeting of the Board of Education of the School District aforesaid, at the Administration Building, on June 19, 2023, 7:00pm., there being present Rick Nicodemus, Lesli Baggett, Michael Gipson, Steve Hattabaugh and Owen Edwards; Absent: none.

All members of the board, the following business were transacted to wit:

(Minutes were recorded by Joe Staton)

STAFF PRESENT: Joe Staton, Josh Brown

The meeting was called to order by Rick Nicodemus, School Board President, at 7:00 p.m.

IN THE MATTER OF: Consent Agenda Items

A motion was made by Nicodemus, seconded by Gipson, to approve the consent agenda as presented.

Voting for the motion: Nicodemus, Gipson, Baggett, Hattabaugh, Edwards

Voting against the motion:

Motion passed 5-0 at 7:00 pm.

IN THE MATTER OF: Personnel

Executive session was requested at 7:01p.m. for personnel matters.

The meeting was called back to order at 8:18p.m.

A motion was made by Nicodemus, seconded by Baggett to approve the transfer of Aspen Seajack to the Greenwood School District.

Voting for the motion: Nicodemus, Gipson, Baggett, Hattabaugh, Edwards

Voting against the motion:

Motion passed 5-0 at 8:20 pm.

A motion was made by Gipson, seconded by Hattabaugh, to approve Mr. Staton’s recommendation to accept Hannah Brown’s resignation effective June 19, 2023.

Voting for the motion: Nicodemus, Gipson, Baggett, Hattabaugh, Edwards

Voting against the motion:

Motion passed 5-0 at 8:21 pm.

A motion was made by Hattabaugh, seconded by Baggett, to approve Mr. Staton’s recommendation to hire Justin Bond for High School Principal.

Voting for the motion: Nicodemus, Gipson, Baggett, Hattabaugh, Edwards

Voting against the motion:

Motion passed 5-0 at 8:21 pm.

A motion was made by Nicodemus, seconded by Hattabaugh, to approve Mr. Staton’s recommendation to hire Kaleb Pike for teacher, Assistant Football Coach and Assistant Baseball coach.

Voting for the motion: Nicodemus, Gipson, Baggett, Hattabaugh, Edwards

Voting against the motion:

Motion passed 5-0 at 8:22 pm.

A motion was made by Hattabaugh, seconded by Gipson, to approve Mr. Staton’s recommendation to hire James Whitaker for ALE teacher.

Voting for the motion: Nicodemus, Gipson, Baggett, Hattabaugh, Edwards

Voting against the motion:

Motion passed 5-0 at 8:23 pm.

A motion was made by Baggett, seconded by Edwards, to approve Mr. Staton’s recommendation to hire Shelby Carballo for teacher.

Voting for the motion: Nicodemus, Gipson, Baggett, Hattabaugh, Edwards

Voting against the motion:

Motion passed 5-0 at 8:23 pm.

IN THE MATTER OF: Adjournment

A motion was made by Edwards, seconded by Hattabaugh, to adjourn the meeting at 8:24 p.m.

Voting for the motion: Nicodemus, Baggett, Gipson, Edwards, Hattabaugh

Voting against the motion:

Motion passed 5-0 at 8:24 pm

Obituary – Betty Jean (Brewer) Staggs (1944-2023)

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Obituary – Betty Jean (Brewer) Staggs (1944-2023)

Betty Jean Staggs of Waldron, Arkansas went to be with her Lord and Savior, Sunday, June 18, 2023 in Waldron, Arkansas. Betty was born February 21, 1944 in Paola, Kansas to John and Evelyn Brewer. She was 79 years old.

Betty was a member of Temple Baptist Church in Waldron. She was a devout Christian and loved the Lord. Betty and her husband Harrell were instrumental in helping to start a Sunday School group in Mississippi on Kessler Air Force Base that reached over 5000 children. Betty was also a volunteer in the blind and visually impaired community. She loved doing whatever she could to be helpful. As much as Betty loved helping others, nothing compared to the care and devotion she took in raising her family and being a strong role model.

Betty leaves behind to cherish her memory, her daughters: Brenda Staggs of Waldron, Arkansas and Deborah Sheets of Tennessee. Betty will forever remain in the hearts of her grandchildren: Corey Pryor, Wesley Pryor and Caitlynn Pryor and great grandchildren: Savannah, Dalton, Braylon, Colston and Cooper. She is also survived by her siblings: Jo Ann Hendon, Pamala Bryant, Mike Brewer, Larry Brewer and Rick Brewer. Betty will be missed by all that knew her and the many whose lives she impacted including a host of extended family and friends.

Betty was preceded in death by her loving husband Dalton Harrell Staggs, one infant son, and her parents John and Evelyn as well as one sister, Linda Hortter and one brother Johnny Lee Brewer.

Betty’s celebration of life service will be 2:00 p.m., Friday, June 23, 2023 at the Temple Baptist Church in Waldron, Arkansas with Rev. Jackie Smith officiating. Interment will be in Paola, Kansas. Arrangements are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas.

Betty’s visitation will be Friday, June 23, 2023 from 9:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas.

Obituary – David Edward Long (1969-2023)

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Obituary – David Edward Long (1969-2023)

David Edward Long of Waldron, Arkansas passed from this life, Monday, June 12, 2023 in Waldron, Arkansas. David was born July 21, 1969 in Fort Smith, Arkansas to M.G. and Linda (Gibson) Long. He was 53 years old.

David grew up in and around Waldron where his roots run deep. He graduated WHS and had many extended family and friends that he stayed connected with. David dabbled in many trades but none he loved more than farming. He enjoyed anything Razorback and was an avid collector of Razorback memorabilia. But nothing compared to the love and happiness he had when surrounded by his grandchildren.

David leaves behind to cherish his memory his loving wife of 12 years, Lisa Long of the home, his children: Asia Vongphakdy, Brittany (Lance) Justice of Waldron, Arkansas and Steven (Jessica) Vongphakdy of Rogers, Arkansas as well as his mother Linda Gibson Long. Poppi will forever remain in the hearts of his grandchildren: Kian, Ilyanna and Aliyah Vongphakdy, Kye Cicherski, Ragean Long, Owen Milligan, August Long-Evans and Leelynn Whitticker and four furbabies: Snowball, Sadie, Loki and Precious.

David was preceded in death by his dad M.G. Long Jr. and three furbabies (Chewbacca, Maggie and Jackson).

David’s celebration of life will be 2:00 p.m., Saturday, June 24, 2023 at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron, Arkansas with Bro. Mark Ward officiating. Interment will follow in the Sehorn Cemetery. Arrangements and being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas.

David’s pallbearers will be Dennis Butler, Brian Jones, Troy Taylor, Kyle Varnado, Lenny McDaniel and Harvey Stuart. Honorary pallbearers will be Clay Woodall, Bub Silvey and Keith Wright.

David’s visitation will be Friday, June 23, 2023 from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas.

Overnight Storm Causes Damage in Logan and Franklin Counties

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Overnight Storm Causes Damage in Logan and Franklin Counties

Overnight storms that moved into Logan and Franklin counties on late Saturday night caused a variety of damage to homes and businesses in the area. Subiaco Academy sustained minor damage to trees, a roof top, and its tennis court fencing due to high winds and trees and limbs. Most of the damage across the area has been observed as being downed tree limbs that are scattering the area. Residents and business owners were out on Sunday cleaning up the debris on their properties.

A tree on the Subiaco Academy campus was heavily damaged from last night’s storm (RNN Photo / Jim Best)

There were unofficial reports on social media of residents who had fallen trees on their homes. Power outages occurred in durations that ranged from just a few minutes to several hours during the early Sunday morning hours.

The town of Pleasant View located just a few miles south of Scranton saw damage to trees and the roof top of a chicken house. Metal roofing material from the house was blown across the highway and wrapped around and between trees. Several large trees appeared to also be uprooted.

Metal from a structure across the highway in Pleasant View is lodged in trees from last night’s storm (RNN Photo / Jim Best)

In the town of Paris, winds ripped off frontage awnings and walls of a local video store. Although the damage is significant to those affected, it was not of the scale of just short of a year ago when the city of Paris was widely damaged from straight line winds that caused structural damage and wide-spread power outages during the hot summer days of July. That storm also caused damage to the local water tower that placed water supplies at a critically low level for the residents of Paris.

A store front in Paris sustained damage from last night’s storm (RNN Photo / Jim Best)

It is too early to determine if last night’s storm was a tornado or straight-line winds. But fortunately, there are no reports of injuries or deaths due to the storm.

Stay with RNN for more information on the storm as it becomes available.

Arrests 6/4

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Arresting agency – Immigration Services:
Cesay Anguiano-Perez of Greenwood was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on June 14 at 8:39 p.m. and was released to another agency on June 16 at 9:42 a.m. Perez was charged as an ICE hold.

Manuel Lopez-Alvarez of Waldron was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on June 8 at 7:45 p.m. and transferred to another agency on June 13 at 9:33 a.m. Alvarez was charged as ICE hold.

Arresting agency – Fort Smith Police Department:
Michael Ariel Barroso of Greenwood was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on June 17 at 12:04 a.m. and remains at the SCADC. Barroso was charged with Public Intoxication – Danger to self or others.

Jeremy Scott Jeffress of Bonanza was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on June 13 at 9:52 a.m. and released on June 13 at 4:09 p.m. Jeffress was charged with Assist Outside Agency-Misd., and Contempt-willful disobedience (Failure to Pay Fine).

Bruce Olen Wheeler, third of Hackett was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on June 15 at 11:52 p.m. and released on legally sufficient bond June 16 at 8:08 p.m. Wheeler was charged with two counts of Contempt-willful disobedience (Failure to Pay Fine).

Arresting agency – Sebastian County Sheriff’s Office:
Christopher Ray Beaty of Lavaca was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on June 6 at 3:55 a.m. and transferred to an outside agency on June 15 at 9:01 p.m. Beaty was charged with Contempt-willful disobedience (Failure to Pay Fine), Failure to Appear – Class C Felony, Failure to Appear – Class B Misdemeanor, Fraudulent Use of a Credit Card or Debit Card-Stolen-M, and Assist Outside Agency-Misd.

Olyvia Lou Bush of Hackett was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on June 12 at 2:39 p.m. and remains at the SCADC. Bush was charged with Failure to Appear – Class B Misdemeanor, two counts of Cruelty to Animals 1st Offense – Fail to Supply Food, and Cruelty to Animals 3rd Offense – Fail to Supply Food.

Deja Victoria Daniel Curry of Huntington was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on June 16 at 2:47 p.m. and released on cash bond June 16 at 7:55 p.m. Curry was charged with Failure to Appear – Class B Misdemeanor.

Anthony Clinton Eatmon of Lavaca was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on June 11 at 6:54 p.m. and remains at the SCADC without bond. Eatmon was charged with ADC Commitment Hold, absconding, parole violation, and Failure to Appear – Class C Felony.

Robert Matthew Layne of Hartford was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on June 16 at 4:37 p.m. and remains at the SCADC without bond Layne was charged with parole violation, Failure to Appear – Class B Misdemeanor, and Endangering the Welfare of a Minor in the Second Degree.

James Ralph Meyer of Hackett was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on June 5 at 4:36 a.m. and released on signature bond June 6 at 3:36 p.m. Meyer was charged with Contempt of Court–(child support), FTAS, FTRespond Subpoena, FTComply WC, and Contempt-willful disobedience (Failure to Pay Fine).

Krissy Noble of Greenwood was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on June 13 at 12:26 p.m. and remains at the SCADC without bond. Noble was charged as ADC commitment hold.

Stacey Lynn Schouweiler of Greenwood was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on June 9 at 9:10 a.m. and transferred to an outside agency on June 9 at 1:29 p.m. Schouweiler was charged with assist outside agency – misd.

Ashlyn Self of Booneville was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on June 9 at 10:57 p.m. and remains at the SCADC. Self was charged with petition to revoke bond.

Dustin Thomas of Paris was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on June 9 at 10:56 p.m. and remains at the SCADC. Thomas was charged with conspiracy to commit delivery of fentanyl.

Trenton Vines of Magazine was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on June 14 at 9:01 a.m. and transferred to another agency on June 14 at 6:59 p.m. Vines was charged with Assist Outside Agency-Felony, and Failure to Appear – Class C Felony.

Jacob Walker of Greenwood was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on June 15 at 5 a.m. and released to an outside agency on June 15 at 5:15 a.m. Walker was charged with Assist Outside Agency-Misd., and Criminal Mischief in the First Degree – $1,000 or less.

Arresting agency – Fort Chaffee Police Department:
Keith Duane Brown of Parks was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on June 15 at 9:10 a.m. and released on cash bond June 15 at 12:17 p.m. Brown was charged with Petition to Revoke – Felony.

Arresting agency – Mansfield Police Department:
Tommie Freeman of Mansfield was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on June 12 at 6:45 p.m. and released on signature bond June 13 at 1:09 a.m. Freeman was charged with Public Intoxication – Danger to self or others.

Rhonda Sue Wisneski of Mount Ida was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on June 12 at 4:32 p.m. and remains at the SCADC. Wisneski was charged with Possession of Cocaine with the Purpose of Deliver >2g.

Arresting agency – Greenwood Police Department:
David Wade Gilley of Fort Smith was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on June 6 at 4:11 p.m. and released on signature bond June 12 at 9:07 a.m. Gilley was charged with Terroristic Threatening in the Second Degree, Refusal To Submit To a Chemical Test-adult, and Driving While Intoxicated 1st Offense.

Carla Sue Holt of Fort Smith was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on June 15 at 7:55 p.m. and remains at the SCADC. Holt was charged with Refusal To Submit To a Chemical Test-adult, Driving While Intoxicated 1st Offense, Possession of Methamphetamine (2-10g), and Petition to Revoke – Felony.

Thomas Gene Huckaba of Poteau, OK was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on June 9 at 10:46 a.m. and released to an outside agency on June 9 at 4:01 p.m. Huckaba was charged with Assist Outside Agency-Felony, and Contempt-willful disobedience (Failure to Pay Fine).

Eric Little of Greenwood was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on June 9 at 10:37 a.m. and remains at the SCADC. Little was charged with Contempt-willful disobedience (Failure to Pay Fine), and Failure to Appear – Class B Misdemeanor.

Mitchell Lee McCray of Greenwood was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on June 6 at 11:12 a.m. and released on cash bond June 6 at 2:10 p.m. McCray was charged with Contempt of Court–(child support), FTAS, FTRespond Subpoena, FTComply WCO.

Tianna Rose Tucker of Greenwood was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on June 4 at 4:02 a.m. and remains at the SCADC. Tucker was charged with petition to revoke – misd., and Domestic Battering in the Third Degree – Purposely.

Arresting agency – Hartford Police Department:
Daniel Guess of Huntington was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on June 17 at 7:01 a.m. and remains at the SCADC. Guess was charged with Domestic Battering in the Third Degree – Recklessly.

Arresting agency – Hackett Police Department:
Mark Louis Kirkendall of Hackett was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on June 6 at 9:29 p.m. and released on legally sufficient bond June 6 at 11:16 p.m. Kirkendall was charged with Assault in the 3rd Degree.

Laura Rae Solano of Poteau, OK was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on June 10 at 11:44 p.m. and released to an outside agency on June 15 at 9:57 a.m. Solano was charged with Fugitive from Justice Out of State, and Theft of Property <$1k.

Arresting agency – Lavaca Police Department:
Sarah Jewel Nicole Morgan of Lavaca was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on June 16 at 7:58 p.m. and released on legally sufficient bond June 16 at 10:14 p.m. Morgan was charged with Careless Driving – Failure to Maintain Control, Refusal To Submit To a Chemical Test-adult, and Driving While Intoxicated 2nd offense.

Arresting agency – Bonanza Police Department:
Justin Warren Nave of Hackett was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on June 11 at 6:23 p.m. and released on signature bond June 12 at 3:51 p.m. Nave was charged with two counts of Failure to Appear – Class B Misdemeanor, and Contempt-willful disobedience (Failure to Pay Fine).

Ashley Rine of Fort Smith was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on June 5 at 6:53 p.m. and released on legally sufficient bond June 8 at 1:30 p.m. Rine was charged with Possession of Drug Paraphernalia – Ingest Meth/Cocaine, and Possession of Controlled Substance – Schedule I/II Felony <2g.

John Rowe of Bonanza was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on June 11 at 1:05 a.m. and released on signature bond June 11 at 3:04 a.m. Rowe was charged with Resisting Arrest Misdemeanor, and Obstructing Governmental Operations-info.

Arresting agency – Logan County Sheriff’s Office:
Robert Williams, 35 of Booneville, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on June 13 at 4:31 p.m. Williams was charged with body attachment.

Christopher Dayle McGill, 32 of Mountainburg, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on June 13 at 8:25 p.m. McGill was charged with failure to pay.

Kelly Powers, 55, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on June 13 at 8:59 p.m. Powers was charged with two counts of failure to pay.

Bobby Huber, 30 of Pine Bluff, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on June 15 at 1:43 p.m. Huber was charged with absconding.

Clayton Rice, 38 of Paris, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on June 15 at 5:34 p.m. Rice was charged with child support – contempt.

Michael Butler, 44, was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on June 16 at 12:41 p.m. Butler was charged as a hold for the U.S. Marshals Service.

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

Paris Football Players Participate in Razorbacks Football Camp

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Paris Football Players Participate in Razorbacks Football Camp

FAYETTEVILLE – Several members of the Paris Eagles football team made the trip on Friday to Fayetteville to participate in the Razorbacks football camp. The camp included coaching by the Razorbacks assistant coaches, as well as from head football coach, Sam Pittman.

In a meaningful moment before the start of camp, coach Sam Pittman addressed all of the players by saying that each year the Razorbacks make an offer from one player in their camps. He referenced his own childhood when he participated in a Razorbacks camp, but it did not work out for him. He mentioned Pittsburg State, who had coaches there in attendance, where Pittman ended up playing college football at what he described as “a good program.” He said, “My life didn’t come to an end; look at me, I’m the head coach of the Arkansas Razorbacks. Things worked out pretty good.”

The Razorbacks assistants took the campers through almost 90 minutes of warm-up and drills before a football ever made its appearance on the field. Due to rain, most of the camp was held in the Razorbacks’ indoor practice facility. In the final 40 minutes, play resumed on the outdoor practice field where video of players was taken.

Arkansas high schools are resuming summer workouts and camps and will continue to do so until June 24. All schools will then observe the Arkansas Activities Association’s mandatory “dead weeks period” where no organized workouts are allowed from June 25 – July 8.

Stay with RNN Sports as we continue to bring you the best coverage of River Valley high school football!

Obituary – Cynthia Ann Shupert (1957-2023)

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Obituary – Cynthia Ann Shupert (1957-2023)

Cynthia Ann Shupert of Ft. Smith, Arkansas (formerly of Waldron, Arkansas) went to be with her Lord and Savior, Thursday, June 15, 2023 in Ft. Smith, Arkansas with her loving family by her side. Cynthia was born March 19, 1957 in Houston, Texas. She was 66 years old.

Cynthia grew up in Waldron and graduated in 1975. She owned Sunnymeade Home Daycare for many years where she enriched the lives of the many children entrusted to her care. She loved the Lord and was a great prayer warrior for her family and friends. Cynthia especially loved hearing her husband and children sing for the Lord. She had a special bond with her family and treasured all the memories made together.

Cynthia leaves behind to cherish her memory, her devoted husband Rocky, of the home, children: Greg Vaughn and wife Diana, Nicholas Shupert and Heather Trevisiol. Nana will forever remain in the hearts of her grandchildren: Bryson Vaughn, Brynlee Vaughn and Lydia Shupert. Cynthia leaves fond memories with her siblings: Lisa Wood and husband Robert, Diane Stokes, Teresa Helton and husband Joe, Greg Burnett and wife Debra, Charley Burnett, Gary Burnett and Jimmy Burnett and wife Brandy. Cynthia will be missed by all those who knew her and the many whose lives she impacted including a host of nieces, nephews and extended family and friends.

Cynthia was preceded in death by her parents: Marvin and Mary Burnett, Shirley Burnett and husband W.A. Burnett, Wilford Haralson and one brother Wilford Haralson Jr.

Cynthia’s celebration of life will be 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 20, 2023 at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron, Arkansas with Bro. Tim Russell and Bro. Cecil Trehern officiating. Interment will follow in the Duncan Cemetery in Waldron, Arkansas.

Cynthia’s pallbearers will be Bobby Brown, Brandon Brown, William Helton, Buddy Helton, Joe Helton and Robert Wood. Honorary pallbearers will be Jerry Qualls and Dillon Staggs.

Cynthia’s visitation will be Monday, June 19, 2023 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas.

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