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Hackett Hornets: Lean Mean Bowling Machines
By Megan Hecox
The Hackett Hornets took to the alley to face the Van Buren Pointers in last nights bowling match. The Hornets are having a pretty good season thanks in part to their awesome leader. Head Coach for the Hackett Bowling team, Matt Whitsett, has been coaching the Hornets in bowling for the last 5 years. Coach Whitsett has always enjoyed bowling and even took it in college. Coaching the Lady Hornets softball team, Coach Whitsett was asked if he was willing to switch to coaching bowling and he jumped at the chance.
Although the Hornets didn’t take home a win last night, they did bowl some good games. Pacey McBride bowled a high game of 208 and Tanner Wright bowled a 200. Rachel Widmer bowled a 144 for the Lady Hornets. The girls’ team bowled a 145 in a great baker game. In bowling, a baker is when 6 players bowl 2 games against 6 opponents. From that, the top 5 players then bowl 2 bakers with each individual bowling 2 frames each. The final score is as a team total.
The game for tonight against Mt.Pine has been rescheduled for January 25th. The Hornets will bowl again next week on Tuesday, December 18th against Ozark at 4 pm.
2018 Mansfield Tigers Football All-Stars
By Megan Hecox
Head Coach, Craig Bentley, had this to say about his players, “We are proud of all of our guys who have been recognized with postseason honors. They all represent our program the way that we strive for it to be done. For the Seniors, what an honor as they close out their career. For the underclassmen, its something to build on going forward! Of course, as we told the whole group, there are no “All-Conference” players without the contributions of the whole team so it should also be viewed as a team achievement! Go Red Tigers!”
Williams Trial Continued Pending Mental Competency Hearing
By Tammy Moore Teague
Jessica Williams will not be back in court until after the first of the new year. This comes as her attorney, Ernie Witt, petitions the court for a “fitness to proceed examination,” alleging that Williams is not fit to stand trial.
Judge Jerry Don Ramey ordered the criminal responsibility examination of the defendant on November 15. Witt contends that at the time of Williams’ arrest “witnesses and law enforcement noticed mental issues.” Also that the defendant had been committed to a mental facility at least once since her incarceration on this offense.
All further proceedings in the case have been suspended until Williams undergoes the mental evaluation. As a result, the pre-trial date has been moved to January 7, 2019 at 9:30 a.m. The jury trial is set to begin January 15, 2019 at 9:30.
Waldron PD Release Details in Cash and Liquor Seizure
By Tammy Moore Teague
The Waldron Police Department have released new details on the story we brought you yesterday. -See related story.
According to the report, on October 15, 2018, the Waldron Police Department initiated a case with the Alcohol and Beverage Control Board. This, following the arrest of a juvenile, who had purchased hard liquor from a residence in Waldron. During the course of the investigation, controlled purchases were made from the suspected residence.
On December 12, the Waldron Police Department, along with agents from the Alcohol Beverage Control Board, executed a search warrant at the suspected residence. During the course of the search numerous amounts of beer and hard liquor were located on the property. The alcohol was seized, along with currency that is believed to have come from the sales of that alcohol.
The case will be presented to the Prosecuting Attorney’s office for the determination of criminal charges.
SCSO Investigates Huntington Shooting
By Tammy Moore Teague
The Sebastian County Sheriff’s Office continues to investigate a shooting that took place last night, December 12.
At approximately 10 p.m., the sheriff’s office received a call from a property owner who believed there might be a prowler on his property, located at the 5500 block of Echo Road in Huntington.
Deputies were immediately dispatched to that location. Meanwhile, according to SCSO Captain Pevehouse, the caller contacted a nearby family member to come to the barn and assist him. “The family member arrived and began to look around the barn. While looking around, he was startled by movement in between some pieces of equipment and knew it was a person. Unsure of the person’s intentions and whether or not the subject had a weapon, the family member shot one round.”
The subject was hit and was held at gunpoint by the family member until the arrival of deputies. EMS was notified and the person was taken to Baptist Health in Fort Smith. “He is still alive and may be facing surgery sometime today. He is listed in critical but stable condition,” added Pevehouse.
Deputies and investigators worked on scene through the night interviewing involved parties. At this time no charges have been filed and no arrests have been made. The investigation remains ongoing and no names have been released at this time.
Waldron Police Department Seizes Cash and Liquor
By Tammy Moore Teague
On Wednesday, December 13, the Waldron Police Department and Alcohol Beverage Control Board served a warrant on a residence in Waldron.
A search warrant was executed on the property where alleged minors and adults were being sold alcohol. As a result of this search, several cases of beer, bottles of liquor and $6,100 in cash were seized.
Sales for alcohol within Scott County is prohibited as it is a “dry county.” Additionally, the Alcohol Beverage Control Board which regulates, supervises and controls the manufacture, distribution and sale of all alcoholic beverages, conduct investigations of violations and apprehend violators. The agents also answer complaints and perform other special assignments, All Alcoholic Beverage Control Enforcement agents must be certified law enforcement officers.
The Waldron Police Department has not released any names or further details on the case.
Forecast Predicts Raining Cats and Dogs
By Megan Hecox
The rainy season keeps rearing its head and today is no exception. Not only is it raining cats and dogs off the court but it looks to be raining cats and dogs on the court as well. Tigers and Bulldogs that is. The Jr High Mansfield Tigers and the Waldron Bulldogs will battle it out in an epic basketball showdown. Although Waldron had to face the West Fork Tigers on Tuesday, the Bulldogs know all too well that there is more than one way to skin a cat.
The Jr High boys team might have suffered from the on the road blues in their game against West Fork according to Coach Josh Atchley, after having to play Greenland the night before. “We have to keep working,” says Coach Atchley. “We have taken a few steps forward and in Tuesday nights game, we took a step back. We are still struggling with some inexperience but we are definitely ready to get back out there in tonight’s game against the Mansfield Tigers.”Â
The Jr High Lady Bulldogs started off their game slow against the West Fork Lady Tigers. By the second half though, they had started to figure it out and were able to hold the Lady Tigers to 7 points. Coach Hannah Scantling says she’s proud of the way the girls responded after halftime and battled it out but that they have to find a way to play aggressive all for quarters. “8th grader Jasmine Nelson has been stepping it up and handling the ball well for the Lady Bulldogs,” says Coach Scantling. “She has really impressed me these last few games. Hopefully, the girls come out ready to battle for a conference win in tonight’s game against Mansfield.”
The Jr High Bulldogs will head to Tiger Country tonight December 13th, to take on the Mansfield Tigers at 4:30 pm.
‘Tis The Season To Be “Cheery”
By Megan Hecox
The Mansfield Jr High and Sr High recently competed in the Northwest Arkansas Classic in Bentonville, Ar on December 10th.
This was the last competition for the Jr high who competed in the 4A Game Day Division. The Sr High, who also competed in the 4A Game Day Division, will get one last go at it when they compete at STATE this Saturday, December 15th.
The Sr High completed their routine with zero deductions and placed in 3rd, earning a 5 point improvement from their last competition.
The Sr High Lady Tigers are working hard and preparing to take on STATE which will be held at the Hot Springs Convention Center in Hot Springs Ar. The girls will compete in the Game Day Division which allows squads the chance to showcase their cheer skills that are used during sports games. Best of luck and a safe trip to the Mansfield Lady Tiger Cheerleaders.
Hackett Hornets Are A Shot Above The Rest
By Megan Hecox
Looking back to the start of their season and now, the Hackett Hornets have started making great strides in their basketball skills. The Jr High and Sr High teams are becoming more unified and have seemed to have found a working balance. The Jr Lady Hornets played a close game against the Hector Wildcats last Tuesday but ended up with a 16-11 loss. Madeline Freeman was the top scorer for her team, bringing in 5 points.
The Sr High boys team won their game against the Hector Wildcats with a blowout ending score of 51-24. Dylan Kats lead his team with 16 points while Avery Hester followed with 15 points. This now puts the Hornets at 4-5 for total season play and 1-1 in conference play. The Hornets will face the (3-4) Arkoma Mustangs for tonight’s game. Head Coach, Broc Adams, says of the match-up, “It should be a good game against Arkoma. They are athletic and can shoot. I think we match-up well with them. We are just looking to continue building off of the confidence of last Tuesday’s game and get better one game at a time.”Â
The (3-6) Sr High Lady Hornets fell short against the Hector Lady Wildcats 41-36. This now puts the Lady Hornets at 0-2 in conference play. Kayla Richardson and Audrie Chaney secured 7 points each for their team. The girls are excited and ready for tonight’s match against the (1-4) Arkoma Lady Mustangs. Head Coach, Claude Foster, explains what’s in store for the Lady Hornets, “The ladies from Arkoma will be the biggest team we have faced this year in terms of size. Three of the players are right around 6 foot tall. We will have to be able to defend against this and consistently score as well. Tonight will be a big test for us.”
The Sr High Hornets will travel to Arkoma to play the Mustangs tonight December 13th at 6 pm.