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Arrest Reports 8/1

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Arrest Reports 8/1

Arresting agency – Greenwood Police Department:
Brett Russell Allen of Ozark was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on August 1 at 4:49 p.m. and transferred to an outside agency on August 2 at 7:51 a.m. Allen was charged with assist outside agency – felony.

Jeffery Scott Edwards of Greenwood was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on August 6 at 3:33 p.m. and remains at the SCADC. Edwards was charged with Possession Drug Paraphernalia – Felony, and failure to appear – class C felony.

Dylan Gregory Harrison of Greenwood was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on August 1 at 8:57 a.m. and released on signature bond August 3 at 9:43 a.m. Harrison was charged with criminal trespass – premises, and two counts of failure to appear – class B misd.

David Arthur Jennings of Fort Smith was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on August 2 at 5:41 p.m. and transferred to another agency on August 3 at 8:13 a.m. Jennings was charged with two counts of assist outside agency – felony.

Arresting agency – Sebastian County Sheriff’s Office:
Savanna K Bartlett of Booneville was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on August 5 at 5:15 p.m. and released on signature bond August 5 at 5:45 p.m. Bartlett was charged with fraudulent insurance acts.

Larry Wayne Bryant of Hackett was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on August 1 at 2:01 p.m. and released on legally sufficient bond August 2 at 5:23 p.m. Bryant was charged with assault on family or household member – 3rd degree, assault in the 3rd degree, endangering the welfare of a minor in the third degree, endangering the welfare of a minor in the third degree.

Cody Edward Cochran of Waldron was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on August 6 at 7 p.m. and released on signature bond August 7 at 2:44 a.m. Cochran was charged with Failure to Appear – Class B Misdemeanor.

Sheri Lynn Cochran of Waldron was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on August 6 at 7 p.m. and transferred to an outside agency on August 7 at 1:31 p.m. Cochran was charged with assist outside agency – misd.

Logan James Needham of Paris was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on August 1 at 2:27 p.m. and remains at the SCADC. Needham was charged with assist outside agency – misd., and return to testify.

Jeremy Glade Vulgamore of Huntington was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on August 2 at 3:50 a.m. and released on signature bond August 5 at 10:57 p.m. Vulgamore was charged with Refusal To Submit To a Chemical Test-adult, and Driving While Intoxicated 1st Offense.

Johnnie Lee Witt of Greenwood was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on August 2 at 1:12 a.m. and released on signature bond August 2 at 3:02 a.m. Witt was charged with Disorderly Conduct – Excessive Noise.

Arresting agency – Mansfield Police Department:
Hailey Laine King of Hartford was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on August 2 at 8:25 p.m. and transferred to another agency on August 3 at 1:48 p.m. King was charged with assist outside agency – felony, and contempt – willful disobedience (failure to pay fine).

Arresting agency – Hackett Police Department:
Staci Leann Neu of Hackett was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on August 4 at 7:06 p.m. and released on legally sufficient bond August 8 at 9:54 p.m. Neu was charged with Possession of Drug Paraphernalia – Ingest Meth/Cocaine, two counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Minor in the First Degree -Conduct, and Possession of Controlled Substance – Schedule I/II Felony <2g.

Arresting agency – Fort Smith Police Department:
Michael Saunches Osborn of Booneville was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on August 4 at 9:34 p.m. and released on signature bond August 5 at 2:02 a.m. Osborn was charged with Disorderly Conduct – Obscene Language or Gesture, and Public Intoxication – Danger to self or others.

Jessica Brady-Powell of Waldron was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on August 1 at 12:09 a.m. and released on legally sufficient bond August 2 at 1:18 p.m. Powell was charged with Possession of [Schedule I/II Controlled Substance] with the Purpose to Deliver <2g, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia – Ingest Meth/Cocaine.

Arresting agency – Hartford Police Department:
Albert Henry Payne III of Hartford was booked into the Sebastian County Detention Center on August 3 at 8:38 p.m. and released on cash bond August 3 at 9:57 p.m. Payne was charged with Overdraft/Violation Of The Arkansas Hot Check Law Misdemeanor.

Arresting agency – Logan County Sheriff’s Office:
Dustin Lacour, 31, of Ratcliff was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on August 2 at 6:48 a.m. Lacour was charged with aggravated assault on a family or household member, assault in the third degree, unauthorized use of a vehicle, and parole hold.

Trey Storts, 24, of Paris was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on August 2 at 3:46 p.m. Storts was charged with unauthorized use of a vehicle, resisting arrest/uses force, public intoxication, battery in the second degree, and contempt of court.

Audrey Buckner, 35, of New Blaine was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on August 5 at 1:45 a.m. Buckner was charged with possession of a controlled substance, failure to appear, and contempt of court.

John Goff, 32, of Booneville was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on August 5 at 3:40 p.m. Goff was charged with possession with the purpose to deliver, delivery, or manufacture of a counterfeit substance, possession of a schedule I or II controlled substance with purpose to deliver, and driving while license suspended or revoked for DWI.

Jess Phillips, 37, of Booneville was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on August 5 at 3:43 p.m. Phillips was sentenced to the Arkansas Department of Corrections.

Zackary Coffer, 25, of Booneville was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on August 6 at 6:14 p.m. and charged with failure to appear.

Coby Lowe, 21, of Scranton was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on August 6 at 10:06 p.m. Lowe was charged with criminal trespass.

Tammy June Cameron, 56, of Paris was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on August 7 at 12:15 p.m. Cameron was charged with public intoxication.

Joseph Salim, 38, of Ratcliff was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on August 7 at 2:50 p.m. and charged with contempt of court.

Brandi Shelton, 41, of Fort Smith was booked into the Logan County Detention Center on August 8 at 5:28 p.m. and charged with contempt of court.

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

4 Things To Consider When Building Your Horse Barn

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4 Things To Consider When Building Your Horse Barn

There are many things to consider before you build a horse barn: How many horses do you plan on getting? Do you need the barn now, or are you planning for the future? You’ll find many things to consider when building your horse barn, and figuring the details out ahead of time is best.

1. Location

A vital part of setting up your horse barn is knowing exactly where it needs to go. You’ll want to make sure it’s easily accessible for you and a suitable environment for the horses that will live in it. Consider the position of the barn as well, making sure it gets the best angle of sunlight throughout the day.

2. Materials

Building materials are vital when you’re constructing a horse barn. Will you build the main structure with wood or metal? Metal is more expensive, but it generally requires less maintenance and upkeep in the long run. Wood doesn’t get as hot during the summer, but it might not match the aesthetic you want.

Don’t forget to account for the floors as well. Cement is an option, but it will be rough on your horses’ feet. Consider sticking with dirt or some light gravel mixture to provide proper drainage for the barn.

3. Layout and Size

Another thing to consider when building your horse barn is that it shouldn’t just be a big square. You want to make sure that your barn follows a proper building plan and that it’s a comfortable place for your horses. Make sure each horse has a sizable stall, and make sure the building matches up with the size of your location. Making proper measurements and creating a blueprint before you start construction will save you a lot of hassle in the long run.

4. Local Rules

Every county in every state has its own rules for building structures such as barns. These statutes include how many horses you can have per acre or any regulations you’ll need to follow for water and electrical hookups. Double- and triple-check that you’re adhering to your area’s rules, and get the proper permits before you start building.

A large-scale project such as a new barn for your horses is a game of preparation. Knowing your new barn’s layout, materials, and location will make things a lot easier before you pick up a single tool. And your horses will thank you as well.

Teaching in the Outdoors

Tammy Teague
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Teaching in the Outdoors

By Dr. Curtis Varnell

Area teachers experienced outdoor education at a recent workshop held at the Huckabee River Valley Nature Center.  Held in collaboration with the Guy Fenter Education Cooperative, sixteen area teachers received a hands-on experience of the educational opportunities offered to students by the nature center.

The Nature Center offers students the opportunity to visit throughout the year.  Just visiting the center and walking through the exhibits is a learning experience itself but, by tying the visits focus to educational goals and standards, the center can create student excitement and create interest in subjects across the curriculum.

A prime example occurred when teachers struggled into the hip boots and seined the edges of the lake.  Students are provided complete lessons describing the importance of ecology, food chain, and interdependence of species.  They also studied water quality which involved environmental studies in water chemistry and the danger of pollutants.  That would be expected from the activity itself but students were expected to develop literacy skills through the collection of journals and then writing about their discoveries.  Additionally, they learned to collect and evaluate data; high level skills involving averages, per-centiles of population, and graphing.  Extensions included macro-invertebrates, drawing and identifying fish and animal species and other skills.  Math, science, reading, writing, art- all while having fun and developing life-time memories.

As part of the learning process, the teachers were expected to participate in exactly the way students would learn in the fall.  Teachers paddled kayaks and canoes, tried out archery skills, and waded through high grass and water to collect data.  Later in the day, classroom instruction on reptiles and invertebrates involved teachers actively observing and handling various non-poisonous snakes and observing the feeding habits of the rattlesnake.  Several of the teachers also arranged fall barge trips up the Arkansas River to participate in the Eagle watch and developed plans for the Arkansas Game and Fish personnel to visit their individual schools.

The educational cooperative provided a series of lessons for teachers to use as they continue exploring the world around them.  These included lessons on water filtration, developing a school yard safari, and the water cycle.

A fun learning experience, the teachers went home exhausted but with a head-full of new ways to approach teaching by making the outdoors a vital part of their curriculum.

Attending the session were teachers from Waldron, Paris, Charleston, Clarksville, Westside, Scranton, Fort Smith, Booneville, and Greenwood.  AGAF instructors for the program were Kendra Ingle and Chad Lowe assisted by Dr. Curtis Varnell of Guy Fenter Ed. Cooperative.

Razorbacks Ranked 23rd in USA Today Coaches Preseason Poll

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Razorbacks Ranked 23rd in USA Today Coaches Preseason Poll

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Arkansas is ranked No. 23 in the preseason USA Today Coaches Poll, which was released Monday.

It is the first time the Razorbacks have been ranked in the preseason coaches poll since 2015, when Arkansas came in at No. 20 to open the campaign.

Arkansas is one of six SEC teams ranked in this year’s preseason coaches poll along with No. 1 Alabama, No. 3 Georgia, No. 7 Texas A&M, No. 21 Kentucky and No. 24 Ole Miss.

Arkansas kicks off the season at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 3, against No. 22 Cincinnati on ESPN. Season tickets are on sale now and can be purchased by clicking here or by calling the Razorback Ticket Center at (479) 575-5151.

Note to Our Readers: This story was sourced from the University of Arkansas, Office of Communications, Oliver Grigg.

The Fascinating Evolution of Fire Safety Gear

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The Fascinating Evolution of Fire Safety Gear

Every emergency service has transformed over the centuries. Police forces have existed since ancient times, and firefighters followed Caesar Augustus of Rome in 23 BC, when he formed the first firefighting force. Emergency services have existedfor a long time, and the equipment has evolved alongside the workers. Here’s a quick glimpse into the fascinating evolution of fire safety gear.

How Fire Uniforms Changed

Tthe first fire uniforms didn’t protect the wearer from blazes; it was to identify them in a crowd during emergencies. Additionally, they were a staple outfit. Many firefighters wore their uniforms during parades and gatherings as a badge of honor.

Before the modern uniform came about, many clothing items donned a number print on the backs and fronts. The numbers identified who the clothing belonged to while on or off the job. However, after the 1800s, these numbers were taken away and replaced with badges that showed rank and department name.

Gloves Have Transformed, Too

Wool was a widely known favorite to use for gloves. Leather was another choice, but it was expensive. Unfortunately, these gloves produced more accidents than protection, so creators got to work and used other materials such as Kevlar.

Kevlar is fire-resistant; no matter how much it goes through, it survives. Workers can buy Kevlar gloves secondhand, too. Work with your team to ensure the gloves you buy meet the NFPA guidelines.

The Helmet’s Changed a Lot

Helmets have an even more fascinating past. Before other modern conveniences, there was leather. Leather wasn’t only for the wealthy; military officials and firefighters used the material as well. Workers liked the leather because it was tough and resistant to fire.

Although leather was great to use for helmets, it did have some drawbacks, like not being the right size for everyone and falling off easily. In modern times, manufacturers got to work reorganizing the fire hat structure and refining the safety elements. Over time, firehouses developed stricter rules and regulations on fire helmets, resulting in manufacturers making adjustable fire helmets for workers.

Boots Have Evolved Greatly

Boots have existed for centuries, but firefighters didn’t wear fire-resistant boots until the 1940s. Firefighting boots have gone through various transformations to perfect safety, such as harder bottoms to avoid puncturing from sharp objects and a steel-toe base to prevent objects from smashing the wearer’s feet.

Every emergency job has evolving gear, but fire department gear has the most fascinating progression. Visit your local fire station to learn more about the incredible evolution of fire safety gear. Every crew member is happy to discuss the history further and encourages others to learn more.

Summer of Change and Adjustment for Paris Boys Basketball Program

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Summer of Change and Adjustment for Paris Boys Basketball Program

It has been a summer of change for everyone connected to the Paris boys basketball program. In fact, it has been next to impossible for the team to workout as a full unit all summer. From travel ball, to player injuries, sickness, and the adaption to a new head coach, there has been plenty of change for a program that will now see its fourth head coach in as many years.

And if all of this is not enough, the Eagles’ new head coach, Andrew Tencleve, has been very anxious to get his program going while at the same time selling and buying a new home in the area. So for Tencleve and his family, this has not all been easy for them, as well.

But all of this will not last, and in a few days, the players will be back together as a unit and can begin preparations for the season in earnest. Perhaps the biggest question mark is the injury status of the Eagles’ star point guard, Konnor Edwards.

RNN Sports Photo / Jim Best

On the day that I attended workouts at Paris Gymnasium, Edwards was in a walking boot and had a doctor’s appointment scheduled for that day. So, without divulging health care information that is private to Edwards, I will just say that everyone is anxious to see when the Paris point guard will be able to return to practice.

Several players have battled a variety of illnesses this summer, causing them to miss summer workouts. Add players being away to play on summer travel teams, and it has just been a summer of frustration for a coach that is anxious to install his system for the upcoming season.

Coach Tencleve as been holding workouts and teaching individual skills throughout the summer since his appointment as head basketball coach. He has emphasized conditioning as well, which will be a big facto in the up-tempo offense that he wants to run. Once he has all of his pieces together, including a healthy Konnor Edwards, I believe this team will be very competitive by Christmas time as the schedule moves toward the conference slate of games.

RNN Sports Photo / Jim Best
RNN Sports Photo / Jim Best

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More than Summers

Madison VanRavensway
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More than Summers

I am on my third cup of coffee for the day. I usually drink two, but today definitely felt like a three cup day, one for each child. Something like that anyway. 

Social media has been full of the “only 18 summers” narrative for as long as I’ve had it. Even before I had children I recall reading it. It’s hauntingly true, but also not really the point. It makes it seem like every single second of summer should be more cherished than the last. It puts pressure on mommas (and daddies and kids and everyone) that’s already feeling the pressure of time passing. What if we looked forward to every season like we do summer.

This year has been a hot one. My oldest’s fourth summer, and it was too hot to do anything. Only fourteen more, it really is terribly sad when I dwell on it. But I’m not raising him to grow up and run away, never to return. I’m aware that could happen, but I try to keep the thought at bay. My other children are on their third and first summers, time ticks away at the summers they have left.  I hope they grow up and come back home.

As I sip on my coffee and watch my boys wrestle in the floor, even though I’ve asked them not to several times; I revel in the knowledge that years have more than one season. Summer is great, no school and all that, but we also get eighteen springs, falls, and winters. There are memories to be made on Sundays in the spring, and Wednesdays in the fall. There is always something to enjoy with childhood. And as long as there is coffee to give me the energy they have, I’m ready for the years ahead. 

Boles FUN Park Project Completed

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Boles FUN Park Project Completed

By Teresa Holleman

Much to the delight of area families, the Boles FUN Park has been completed. It took ACS Playground Adventures only five days to complete installation of the brightly colored playground, but the process began in 2019 and was a true community project.

In addition to making generous donations to fundraisers, State Senator Terry Rice and State Representative Marcus Richmond wrote letters in support of our FUN Park application for the grant committee.

Scott County Judge James Forbes offered encouragement and support throughout the process. He helped with fundraisers, provided equipment and operators to remove the older playground equipment and do dirt work at the site. All grant funds go through the county judge’s office, and Judge Forbes has taken care of invoices, payments, and maintaining records for the project.

The concrete work was done by Chris Allen and his building trades students. Wade Ridenhour used his tractor to move the original swingset to its new location by the merry-go-round. Area parents provided input about the needs of the community. Several businesses and countless individuals donated to various fundraisers. Now, local families have a place to take their children to play, have fun, and make memories. 

Razorbacks Soccer Ranked 8th in National Preseason Poll

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Razorbacks Soccer Ranked 8th in National Preseason Poll

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Arkansas soccer earned a No. 8 ranking in the United Soccer Coaches Preseason Poll that was released Tuesday afternoon. 

The Hogs are ranked the highest among the four SEC teams featured in the poll, and all four fall within the top 20. Arkansas is set for a top 10 match-up when it faces No. 3 BYU on Sept. 8. 

The Razorbacks already got their first crack at a top opponent when they split with TCU in the spring season. The Horned Frogs come in at No. 7 in the poll. 

Last season, head coach Colby Hale guided the Razorbacks to their most successful season in program history, in which they won a season record 19 matches, earned their first trip to the NCAA Elite 8 and secured the team’s third straight SEC regular season title. 

With the recent success, Arkansas’ program was ranked No. 13 in SoccerWire.com’s Best College Soccer Teams: Top 50 Current NCAA Women’s Programs rankings. 


Arkansas opens the 2022 season on the road at Saint Louis on Thursday, Aug. 17 at 7 p.m. The Hogs’ first home match is set for Sunday, Aug. 21 at 12 p.m. Season tickets can be purchased here. 

Note to Our Readers: This story was sourced from the University of Arkansas Office of Communications / Fuller Birch

Obituary – Criselda Ozuna (1954-2022)

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Obituary – Criselda Ozuna (1954-2022)

Criselda Ozuna of Arkoma, Oklahoma passed from this life Wednesday, August 3, 2022 with her loved ones by her side. Criselda was born March 18, 1954 in Alamo, Texas. She was 68 years old.

Dios vio que ya su cuerpo estaba cansado y el ser sanada no era la opcion. Entonces la tomo en sus brazos y le susurro al oido, “Ven Conmigo”. Con lagrimas en los ojos, la vimos sufrir, y lentamente se nos fue. Aunque la amabamos profundamente, no la pudimos retener. Dios quebranto nuestros corazones para mostrarnos, que El solo so lleva lo mejor.

Criselda leaves behind to cherish her memory, two sons, Juan Ozuna Jr. and Martin Ozuna and one grandson, Juan Ozuna IIIL She is also survived by her mother Manuela R. Garcia and her brothers and sister: Juan Ramon Garcia, Benito Garcia, Maricela Garcia, Angelica Garcia, Isidro Garcia, Ismael Garcia Jr., Maria Noelia Garcia, Israel Garcia. Criselda will be missed by all that knew her and the many whose lives she impacted including a host of nieces, nephews and loved ones.

Criselda was preceded in death by her husband Juan Ozuna, one daughter Yolanda Ozuna and her father, Ismael Garcia.

Criselda’s life celebration will be 1:00 p.m. Monday, August 8, 2022 at the Centro Cristiano Hispano, in Waldron, Arkansas with Rev. Jose Banderas officiating. Interment will follow in the Bush Cemetery near Waldron, Arkansas. Arrangements are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas.

Criselda’s pallbearers will be Juan Ozuna Jr., Martin Ozuna, Guillermo Ozuna III, Jose Banderas Jr., Joel Diaz and Guadalupe Ozuna.

Criselda’s visitation will be Sunday, August 7, 2022 from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas.

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