Suspect arrested in Ozark County stabbing incident
A suspect has been identified and arrested Tuesday in the wake of a stabbing that took place in the Town and Country parking lot on Main Street in Gainesville Saturday night. Ozark County Sheriff Darrin Reed reports 28-year-old Kevin Matthew Robinson of Gainesville has been charged with first degree felony assault and an unclassified felony of armed criminal action. Robinson’s bond has been set at $25,000.
The victim in the case, identified as 24-year-old Robert C. Chambers of Pontiac, was airlifted to a Springfield hospital after being stabbed at least three times in the neck, stomach and back. Ozark County Sheriff’s Office Dispatch Supervisor Kenny Burnett says, from the most recent report, Chambers is in stable condition.
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One man in custody after shooting in West Plains
A shooting at the West Plains Snappy Mart, known by locals as the Junction 14 truck stop at Highway 14 and north U.S. 63., has left one man dead and another taken into custody.
KY3 News reports an individual was taken into custody following the 8:45 shooting Monday evening, according to police chief Jeff Head.
The victim was rushed to Ozarks Medical Center where he was pronounced dead.
Police have taken one man into custody; there are no other suspects. The chief said the two men likely knew each other, but he added it’s too early in the investigation to release a motive.
The mens’ names and ages have not been released.
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Summit woman’s marijuana proposal rejected for 2nd time this month
Arkansas Attorney General Leslie Rutledge’s office has again rejected a marijuana proposal, for a 2018 ballot issue, submitted by Summit resident Mary Berry. The proposal attempts to legalize recreational use in the state for those 18 and older. This is the second time the proposal has been rejected in October. Berry has had past proposals denied as well.
In a letter dated Monday, but released Tuesday, the Attorney General’s office says there are problems within the ballot title concerning the phrase, “carry on one’s person or personal effect”. The Attorney General’s office says it wasn’t clear whether the phrase referred to a mode of transporting recreational marijuana, possessing it without a mode of transport or something else.
Other ambiguities include language concerning allowing an adult or business to cultivate 25 mature plants and 25 non-mature plants. The ballot language does not specify the legality of growing or possessing 26 plants or more. The letter says there were also problems with defining an “allotment” with cultivators and contradictions to locations where cultivators could grow or how many individuals or businesses would be allowed to grow in each county.
Rutledge says not all the problems with the proposal were addressed, however the problems that were, were serious enough that she would not be able to substitute the language.
The full report can be viewed at arkansasag.gov/arkansas-lawyer/opinions-department/opinions-search/results/.
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Babe Ruth World Series commits to returning to Mountain Home
The 2017 13-year-old Babe Ruth World Series was successful enough this year to return to the Twin Lakes Area next year. World Series Chair, President and Event Coordinator Brandy Jordan, along with Mountain Home Youth Baseball League President Tom Czanstkowski, says the series wrapped up August 17. The following Monday morning Jordan received a phone call asking if it would be a possibility to return in 2018.
The deal was sealed with a contract signing Monday evening at McClain Park on the campus of Mountain Home High School.
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Jordan says the possibility exists for a long term relationship between Mountain Home and the series.
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Hosting the 14 day World Series takes $50,000 to $60,000 for such needs as the hosting fee, concessions, souvenirs, public relations and signage.
Although the numbers aren’t out yet sales tax revenue numbers for August could see a spike thanks to the some 700 to 800 people who visited the area for the event.
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Jordan says many of the families visiting the area for their first time are planning future vacations. One of the coaches from out of state is looking into buying property here.
The 13-year-olds will square off again next year with Mountain Home, as the host team, the North Arkansas State Tournament champions and regional champions from across the entire country.
Donations made through the Mountain Home Youth Baseball League are tax deductible under its 501(c)(3) status. Any profits made from the World Series will be recycled into the local league and community ballparks.
Jordan says she wants to again thank all of those that made this year’s event possible.
For those seeking additional information or wishing to contribute to the hosting expenses, Czanstkowski may be reached at 870-404-4057. In addition, he encourages viewers to check out the event Website, 13.baberuthworldseries.org or to download the mobile app by searching the app store for Babe Ruth League 13.
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Steve G. Smith Memorial Bridge dedicated
The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission dedicated the Steve G. Smith Memorial Bridge at the Fred Berry Conservation Education Center on Crooked Creek in Yellville on Tuesday.
According to the plaque dedicated at the ceremony, Stephen Guthrie Smith played key roles in the 421-acre land acquisition, planning, financing and construction of the education center.
When the old bridge became unsafe for school bus traffic, Smith led fundraising for a new bridge.
The Game and Fish Commission says the former Little Rock resident worked passionately to conserve Arkansas wildlife and introduce young people to nature. He served as president of the Arkansas Game and Fish Foundation for 25 years.
Smith died in March.
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