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Arkansas organization to deploy volunteers to North Carolina to aid in hurricane relief
SUMMARY: Sheep Dog Impact Assistance is actively aiding communities in Live Oak, Florida, affected by Hurricane Helene, focusing on clearing fallen trees from homes and roads and providing support to local residents. Volunteer Andrew Colson highlighted the shocking reality of the devastation, emphasizing the importance of their mission. As they conclude their efforts in Florida, the team will return to Rogers on Friday to prepare for their next deployment to Hendersonville, North Carolina, aiming to offer continued assistance and encouragement to those impacted by the storm. Their commitment to helping others remains unwavering.
As volunteers with Sheep Dog Impact Assistance wrap up in Florida, they are preparing to deploy to North Carolina this weekend to continue helping storm victims.
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LRSD board member says assault took place during executive session
SUMMARY: Vicki Hatter, a Little Rock School District board member since 2017 and former board president, has been vocal during meetings but notes a shift in the board’s environment. The district is facing financial challenges, including being millions over budget amid declining enrollment. In a recent executive session, Hatter experienced a startling altercation with board President Michael Mason. A police report indicates that after a disagreement, Mason pointed at Hatter and responded aggressively when she questioned him. The situation escalated, with another board member intervening and calls for Mason to stop. Hatter described feeling threatened during the incident.
After being censured for multiple violations, LRSD Board Member Vicki Hatter shares her perspective, including a heated incident during an executive session.
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Alma high speed chase
SUMMARY: In a dramatic police chase on September 23rd, Arkansas State Police pursued a black SUV driven by Derek Scudder, who had fled from authorities in Oklahoma. After multiple failed attempts to stop the vehicle, which reached speeds of 110 mph, Scudder eventually crashed and attempted to escape on foot. He was apprehended while trying to steal a car from a garage. Police discovered 240 pounds of methamphetamine and over 2 pounds of fentanyl in the SUV. A second suspect, Matthew Bunch, was arrested for allegedly distracting police during the chase. Both face felony drug trafficking charges, with a $2 million bond each.
Speeds reached more than 130 m.p.h. in the police pursuit that ended with two Florida men being arrested in Crawford County.
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Death toll from Hurricane Helene surpasses 200 as recovery continues
SUMMARY: The search for missing individuals continues in Asheville, North Carolina, as Hurricane Helen’s aftermath escalates, with the death toll surpassing 200. Buncombe County, home to Asheville, has experienced severe flooding, affecting areas previously considered safe. Mayor Esther Manheimer highlighted the devastation and the community’s resilience during a visit with President Biden, who acknowledged the extensive cost and long-term recovery required. FEMA has deployed over 1,500 personnel to distribute essential supplies, and local support efforts are thriving. While some newly constructed buildings unexpectedly flooded, there’s a consensus on incorporating climate change considerations into future rebuilding plans.
The search for missing people intensifies as the death toll from Hurricane Helene has now soared past 200, more than a quarter of the dead in North Carolina.
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