Dermott woman killed when train hits her vehicle

A Dermott woman was killed Thursday when the vehicle she was driving was hit by a train in Ashley County. According to a preliminary report, Beverly Cokley, 77, was westbound on Ashley Road 63 approaching a railroad crossing and a Union Pacific train was northbound... Read More.

Boozman receives award from American Ambulance Association

WASHINGTON – The American Ambulance Association has recognized U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) as a recipient of its 2024 Legislative Recognition Award for his work advocating for emergency medical services. The honor is reserved for Members of Congress who have demonstrated ongoing dedication to ambulance services... Read More.
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Hunter uses illegally killed deer to enter contest

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — An Arkansas man has been cited after he allegedly killed a 15-point buck illegally in his home state, then entered the deer into a competition in Louisiana, authorities said. Andrew Riels, 27, of Crossett, Arkansas, was cited for hunting contest fraud... Read More.

Sheridan Solid Waste looking at new fee policy

A new policy for solid-waste disposal fees is in the works for Grant County, according to the Sheridan Headlight newspaper. The new fee structure would be based on weight, rather than the volume and type of load but a new scale at the waste disposal... Read More.
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Contract dispute may cost Kingsland police protection

The Kingsland City Council is considering calling a special meeting to decide what to do about a contract with the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office. The city currently contracts with the sheriff’s office for police protection but some council members have complained about not seeing deputies... Read More.
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Dumas man killed in Friday accident

A Dumas man was killed Friday when he was hit by a vehicle while riding a bicycle on U.S. Highway 65 north of Dumas. According to a preliminary report, Jeremy Gilmore, 45, attempted to cross the southbound lanes of traffic when he was struck by... Read More.