SUMMARY: During a recent board meeting, some members opposed adding new waterslides at the water park, arguing the city’s funding should also address necessary infrastructure improvements. The city approved an additional $2.1 million, part of a total $4.2 million budget, for the design and installation of five new slides, which will double the current slide count. One opposing director expressed concerns about the lack of a lease with the county, insufficient parking, and restroom facilities, claiming it could lead to future problems. Conversely, other board members highlighted the funding’s potential to attract more visitors to the city.

Fort Smith approves second $2.1 million for Parrot Island Waterpark expansion

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SUMMARY: Authorities in Madison, Wisconsin, are investigating the tragic shooting at Abundant Life Christian School, where 15-year-old Natalie Samantha Rupnow killed a fellow student, a teacher, and herself. The motive remains unclear, but officials are exploring factors like bullying. The police responded swiftly to a 911 call about an active shooter from a teacher. At the scene, they found Rupnow dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound and recovered a handgun. Six others were injured, and two have since been released from the hospital. A candlelight vigil is set for the community, which is mourning this tragic loss.

Police have now identified the 15-year-old student who killed two others and herself at a private Christian school in Madison, Wisconsin.

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SUMMARY: A woman in her third trimester was shot multiple times at her home in Fort Smith by her ex-boyfriend, who is also the father of her baby. Police received a call from the victim, who reported the shooting that occurred after an argument. She was found seriously injured but the baby was confirmed to be alive. The suspect, Erick Luna-Chavez, was arrested nearby and faces multiple felony charges, including domestic battery. The gun used was reported stolen, and he is currently held without bond at the Sebastian County Detention Center.

A pregnant woman was shot and taken to the hospital in a Fort Smith neighborhood Tuesday morning, according to Aric Mitchell, spokesperson for the Fort Smith Police Department.

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