KARK – A broken taillight led a Van Buren County Sheriff’s deputy to discover methamphetamine and cash in an early-morning traffic stop Court records show 43-year-old Joeneal Lakeith Robinson of Damascus is currently held in the Van Buren County Detention Center on a $1 million bond He is facing charges of felony trafficking a controlled substance and felony possession of drug paraphernalia resulting from the April 30 traffic stop The warrant affidavit shows a deputy pulled Robinson over when he saw he had a brake light out on his pickup truck The deputy noted in his report that a “pre-rolled cigarette” fell out of Robinson’s lap when he got out of his pickup truck which he admitted to the deputy was marijuana he found a light-blue pillowcase on the passenger seat Inside the pillowcase was an estimated 521 grams (1.15 pounds) of suspected methamphetamine and more than $3,000 in cash The deputy then took Robinson into custody The deputy then reported turning all the evidence over to a Drug Task Force officer who had arrived at the scene Records show Robinson has a June 2 court date scheduled.  Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" Sephora has a great selection of beauty gift sets that are perfect for Mother’s Day Thanks to a vibrant community and dedicated fans the Star Wars films constantly smash box office records and the TV shows pull in millions of viewers If you need some help brainstorming ways to celebrate Star Wars Day by Buck Ringgold ([email protected]) April 30, 2025 4:04 pm 282 views  There’s definitely a huge source of pride as far as Ivey Perkins is concerned Though she is only one of two seniors on Van Buren’s softball roster Perkins has a great deal of admiration in seeing her younger teammates flourish The Lady Pointers are in the upper half of the 6A-West Conference standings – having won at least six league games – with postseason play fast approaching I’m super proud of my girls and how hard they’ve worked,” Perkins said “Everyone thought we were going to lose every game and be easy to beat this year because we’re young but I think we’ve came really far and made people change their minds.” Having seen action since her freshman season Perkins is a three-year starter for the Lady Pointers Perkins believes her defense is her strongest asset “I know I have a great glove in the outfield and I trust that when the ball gets hit to me I will try my hardest to get the out,” she said “Offense has never been my strongest quality That was one of the priorities Perkins had entering her senior season she batted left-handed and specialized in slap-hitting the ball which Perkins admitted she did a pretty good job of doing before eventually switching to bat from the right side of the plate But it is guiding her younger teammates that really has left an impression on the senior “It is one of my most important jobs as a senior,” Perkins said “They’re all young and I try my best to steer them in the right direction and help them out always in and out of softball They are like my sisters and I would stop at nothing to make them better.” she has enjoyed playing under the Lady Pointers’ longtime coach “The best thing about playing for Coach Williams is that he isn’t too serious,” Perkins said but he always knows how to bring us back into reality We are super lucky to have a coach like him.” Perkins said her favorite memory as a Lady Pointer was as a sophomore when they took two games at home against Greenwood arguably the standard bearer in the 6A-West over the years “That was by far the best most interesting games I’ve ever played in my life,” she said “The energy and the vibe that night was amazing and I wouldn’t change a single thing about it.” Perkins grew up in a family that plays a variety of sports she didn’t take to playing softball until middle school After she finished her freshman year at Van Buren having committed to play at Williams Baptist University Perkins plans to major in biology with hopes of eventually becoming a veterinarian “I have a 3.5 GPA and have always been on top of my work,” she said “I don’t take any (advanced placement) classes and I am a part of the Arkansas Scholars (program).” With her final days approaching as a Lady Pointer Perkins wants to continue making sure her younger teammates pick up the torch once she and fellow senior “My final mindset is to finish as a role model,” Perkins said “I want my girls to look up to me and think only positive things about me.” Arkansas headlines delivered to you on demand Attorney General Tim Griffin has issued a statement regarding the arrests of two Van Buren men have both plead guilty to one count of Medicaid fraud each LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — Attorney General Tim Griffin has stated the arrests of two Van Buren men who pleaded guilty to one count of Medicaid fraud of Van Buren each pleaded guilty to one count of Medicaid fraud and each defendant was sentenced to a three-year term of probation and ordered to pay a $1,500 fine and restitution in the amount of $3,444.25 Ronald helped Garrett bill for personal care services for Garrett’s sibling but the defendants shared the proceeds of those billings." “Protecting Arkansans from Medicaid fraud means holding bad actors accountable—and my office will continue to pursue them I want to commend the exceptional work of our Medicaid Fraud Control Unit (MFCU) for their steadfast commitment to safeguarding the people of Arkansas I specifically want to thank Special Agent Matthew Edwards and Assistant Attorney General David Jones as well as the Prosecuting Attorney for the 6th Judicial District of Arkansas 75% of Arkansas MFCU's funding stems from a U.S Department of Health and Human Services grant The grant amounts to $4,685,736 for the Federal fiscal year 2025 This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block 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will ultimately result in increased train capacity on Metra Share Good News Contact Us Meet Our Team Three business expansion projects receiving Michigan Strategic Fund (MSF) support will help create 129 new jobs and result in over $23 million in total capital investment Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced three business expansion projects receiving Michigan Strategic Fund (MSF) support that will help create 129 new jobs and result in over $23 million in total capital investment in Van Buren Shiawassee and Kalamazoo Counties.   “Today’s announcements further advance the state’s design and manufacturing leadership by adding 129 new jobs and driving more than $23 million of investment in critical manufacturing industries across the state,” said Governor Whitmer “I’m proud to see these three companies bet on Michigan’s world class workers Michigan is open for business and on the move and I will work with anyone to create jobs and help companies like these continue to succeed.”  which manufactures commercial doors and entrances in the Village of Decatur is constructing a new facility to expand its production capability a foundation repair and waterproofing solutions provider is establishing its regional headquarters in Durand appliance manufacturer Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet is expanding its Kalamazoo facility to continue its growth as a leader in the outdoor kitchen systems space.  “These investments are more proof that thanks to our manufacturing heritage and talented workforce we are ready to take the lead and help more companies across our state grow and thrive Let’s keep Standing Tall for our Michigan-born companies and their contributions to our state.”  Acculevel and Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet reflect the range of problem-solving expertise Michigan’s manufacturing companies possess Team Michigan is grateful that our state continues to earn these growth investments as we execute the ‘Make it in Michigan’ economic development strategy focusing on People Places and Projects,” said Quentin L CEO of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation the bipartisan legislature and our economic development partners for their continued budget support of the Michigan Business Development Program grant and economic development tools needed to secure these investments in a competitive environment we celebrate today these three companies and their continued growth in Michigan and the positive impact on the lives of individual Michiganders."  “I’m thrilled to welcome Acculevel to Shiawassee County where their investment in Durand will not only drive economic growth but also create well-paying jobs that strengthen our local workforce,” said state Senator Sam Singh (D-East Lansing) “Strategic investments like this don’t just boost local economies — they create lasting opportunities for families and businesses alike I’m also grateful to the City of Durand for its leadership and commitment to making this project a reality.”  Special-Lite Inc manufactures engineered architectural products including commercial fiberglass and aluminum complete entrance systems interior aluminum framing with swing or sliding aluminum framed doors and fiber reinforced polymer bathroom partitions the company currently has 184 employees with an additional site in Benton Harbor employing 74 Michiganders.  The company is announcing they are expanding their production capability by constructing a new 59,000 square-foot building with the goal of increasing production capacity to support growth in the healthcare industry and others through new product launches the expansion is expected to generate $15,652,000 in capital investment with the creation of at least 55 new jobs in the region This expansion has received support from the MSF in the amount of $250,000 through a Michigan Business Development Program (MBDP) grant.  "We are proud to continue investing in our community and the great state of Michigan With the support of the MEDC we will enhance our commitment to manufacturing high quality products while strengthening and contributing to the local economy," said Alex Esposito supports new growth and enhances our presence as a premium employer in Southwest Michigan," he added.  the Village of Decatur anticipates approval of a real property tax abatement with an anticipated value of more than $1.5 million existing sites in Indiana that would require less capital investment than building a new site in Decatur the company would have relocated to Indiana resulting in a net loss of good-paying jobs in Michigan.  "Business expansion projects require strong company leadership outstanding municipal partners like the Village of Decatur and support from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation,” said Zach Morris the economic development organization for Cass and Van Buren Counties we had all three pieces in place and get to celebrate the remarkable growth of Special-Lite."  “This expansion is a major win for Decatur and Southwest Michigan,” said state Representative Pauline Wendzel (R-Watervliet) “Special-Lite’s decision to grow right here in our beautiful corner of the state underscores the strength of our local workforce and the value of investing in Michigan.  I look forward to the new jobs and opportunities coming to Southwest Michigan.”  Learn more about pursuing a career with Special-Lite at special-lite.com. Acculevel, Inc is an industry leader in enhancing basements reclaiming crawl spaces and reinforcing foundations to prevent flooding and mitigate mold growth to preserve the value of homes for its customers The company’s services protect homes and building structures The company is announcing their plans to expand their Midwest footprint establishing their regional headquarters in Durand This expansion project is anticipated to result in $3,849,900 in capital investment and create 52 new jobs with starting wages between $48 and $72 per hour plus benefits which is significantly higher than the regional media wage of $20.71 The investment has been supported by the MSF through an MBDP grant in the amount of $250,000.   "We're honored to partner with the MEDC and the Shiawassee Economic Development Partnership on this exciting project in Durand,” said Andy Beery and we share their commitment to fostering economic development and creating opportunities in this region This grant is not just an investment in Acculevel; it's an investment in the future of Durand."   "The City of Durand is pleased to welcome Acculevel to our home We see their business and job creation as a benefit to our residents and the surrounding areas as we continue to find ways to grow and develop our city with community-minded partners,” said Durand Mayor Jeff Brands “We happily supported Acculevel through this grant process and are grateful to the MEDC for sharing in our belief in the company and the good they'll bring with them A well-deserved congratulations to the Acculevel team.”   The company was considering Ohio and Wisconsin for their expansion; however they are attracted to the Durand site due to the synergy and ease of collaboration it would create with its headquarters in Indiana The project supports the diversification of industries in Shiawassee County where the unemployment rate is currently 5.7% the city of Durand has offered a ‘staff financial or economic commitment to the project’ in the form of talent attraction resources introductions to local partnerships and to expedite the process for any permits needed.  “The decision by Acculevel to locate in Durand is exciting good-paying jobs and investment to the community It also reflects that one of Shiawassee County’s best assets is its central location along I-69 making for easy access to customers and business vendors in the State of Michigan,” added Justin Horvath President and CEO of the Shiawassee Economic Development Partnership “Thank you to Acculevel for their decision to invest here for the City of Durand’s leadership and innovation in securing a good site and for the MEDC’s support for employment growth in Michigan We are grateful to be part of a true team effort to make this project happen.”  Learn more about pursuing a career with Acculevel at acculavel.com. Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet is a leading manufacturer of world-class appliances and cabinetry for outdoor cooking and entertaining crafting customized modular outdoor kitchen systems including grills and ventilation among other products.  Following a merger with Montreal-based Urban Bonfire Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet is announcing they are relocating the manufacturing operations currently in Montreal to Kalamazoo This relocation requires an expansion at their current facility to accommodate the new productions lines The project will result in a capital investment of at least $3.8 million and create 22 new jobs.   “I am truly thrilled to announce this expansion,” said Scott Kohler President of Manufacturing at Pleina Group we are bringing new manufacturing and job opportunities to the Kalamazoo area and furthering our rich history of craftsmanship and expertise that started more than a century ago in Kalamazoo The company was considering relocating to their Montreal or Chicago area; however with the support of the MSF through an MBDP grant valued at $200,000 these manufacturing jobs will remain in Michigan.  “We’re proud that Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet carries the Kalamazoo name and awareness to high-end markets and consumers everywhere Southwest Michigan First has partnered with Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet for years and we’re thrilled to collaborate with MEDC to support them in bringing production of the Urban Bonfire product line to Comstock Charter Township,” said Jonas Peterson “Their significant investment and creation of 22 new production and assembly jobs are highly beneficial for our region.”    "I am thrilled that Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet has decided to expand its operations right here in Southwest Michigan growing essential investments and job opportunities in our community," said state Senator Sean McCann (D-Kalamazoo) "I want to thank the Michigan Strategic Fund for helping our state stay competitive and retain manufacturing in Michigan and also congratulate the community leaders in Comstock Charter Township for their support in making this a reality for our Kalamazoo-area neighbors."  “I appreciate the investments that the MSF Board continues to make to support local Michigan companies like Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet,” said state Representative Julie M “Thank you to the leadership of Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet who chose to remain in Kalamazoo County and expand their manufacturing jobs Our region continues to be at the forefront of driving innovation.”  The company’s rich history of craftsmanship and expertise in metal fabrication began more than a century ago in Kalamazoo Kalamazoo Sheet Metal was founded in 1906 as a custom sheet metal fabrication shop and originally focused on specialty metal products that were challenging for the average shop to fabricate The company served a variety of industries in western Michigan including the production of dairy processing equipment and ultimately perfected the flawless “dairy standard” of stainless-steel welding.  Learn more about pursuing a career with Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet at kalamazoogourmet.com. About Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) Fyock, Van Buren Named Tewaaraton Award Nominees4/17/2025 12:57:00 PM | Men's Lacrosse Receive the Latest News & Promotions VAN BUREN -- A teenager was arrested Tuesday in connection with second-degree murder in the death of a 34-year-old Van Buren man found lying beside a roadway Sunday was already in the Crawford County Detention Center on a charge of theft by receiving which also is related to this case according to a news release issued Wednesday by the Van Buren Police Department Tabor is charged in connection with a charge of second-degree murder in the death of Michael J Stephen Staggs of the Van Buren Police Department Criminal Investigations Division officers responded to South 40th Street and Kingsberry Drive regarding a man lying alongside the road O'Malley was pronounced dead by personnel from the Crawford County Coroner's Office at the site and his body was sent to the Arkansas State Medical Examiner's Office for an autopsy Investigators arrested Tabor on Tuesday at the jail where he remains with no bond set on the murder charge Staggs said his department also was assisted by the Arkansas State Police and the FBI The investigation remains open and ongoing and further details will not be made public at this time out of respect for the victim's family Penny Weaver is an award-winning journalist who covers crime court proceedings and more for the River Valley Democrat-Gazette She has more than 30 years of experience as a reporter Penny has reported on everything from national civil rights issues to hog farming in Illinois She digs until she uncovers all the facts for every story This document may not be reprinted without the express written permission of Northwest Arkansas Newspapers LLC Material from the Associated Press is Copyright © 2025 audio and/or video material shall not be published rewritten for broadcast or publication or redistributed directly or indirectly in any medium Neither these AP materials nor any portion thereof may be stored in a computer except for personal and noncommercial use The AP will not be held liable for any delays errors or omissions therefrom or in the transmission or delivery of all or any part thereof or for any damages arising from any of the foregoing Share on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedInCARTER COUNTY (KFVS) - Court documents offer new details about a Heartland woman who authorities say falsely claimed to be an emergency management official According to the Carter County Sheriff’s Office Carter is accused of impersonating a FEMA official who was responding to county flooding Carter was arrested on false impersonation and peace disturbance charges Carter told people she was taking over the disaster response in Carter County The allegations come amid ongoing tornado and flood recovery happening in Carter County “Be careful who you’re letting into your homes and be very careful about what their agenda is and what people want to take.” That’s the warning from Pastor Dave Trucone His Van Buren church serves as a hub for disaster relief when bad weather strikes So we had roofs that need to be tarped and people that were and then we had basements flooded and houses that were flooded with the flash flood,” he said Pastor Trucone says Diane Carter showed up at the church and disrupted their work “She flashed FEMA credentials on her phone and basically said that she was going to take over the recovery She was naming off people who needed help and who needed to be evacuated from their homes,” Trucone explained But Carter’s behavior raised some questions about her intentions “She hadn’t talked to her county Emergency Management working or helping people out of their homes It seemed like a personal agenda,” he said Trucone decided to reach out to FEMA and ask some questions “They immediately reported back to me in five minutes that she had no credentials with them at all Then they called me back again and checked all the outer areas of FEMA that helped FEMA That is when Trucone contacted the authorities and we all are trying to help each other,” said Carter County Sheriff Alonzo Bradwell “So this is out of the ordinary for someone to show up and claim something like this.” Sheriff Bradwell says they are now working to figure out why this happened “Sometimes people just do it just to do it scammers like to assert authority by saying they’re FEMA or even law enforcement in order to ascertain more information about the person to create an identity theft situation Sheriff Bradwell said Pastor Trucone did the right thing by questioning Carter “Don’t hesitate to reach out to your law enforcement to ask questions because I guarantee you that your local law enforcement will not tolerate anyone victimizing our citizens in the wake of tragedy,” he said Carter is scheduled to make her first court appearance in this case later in April the sheriff’s office stated in a Facebook post “We will not tolerate anyone who attempts to exploit tragedy.” she is charged with two felonies in connection with a 2023 burglary That case is scheduled to go to trial in May The prosecutor in that case filed a motion on Wednesday The story goes that a certain senator's attention last summer to a certain lady in Market Street was serious and seriously received and that the affair will terminate in a wedding… Image credit: 1834-35 portrait of Harriet Butler in a letter to her dear friend Martin Van Buren It’s a line that wouldn’t be out of place in a Regency novel—or the pages of a 19th-century Gossip Girl diary Harriet playfully teased the future president about his romantic reputation all while revealing the warmth and trust that defined their decades-long friendship Harriet Butler (née Allan) and her husband Benjamin F. Butler were more than mere acquaintances of Martin Van Buren—they were his chosen family Benjamin first became part of Van Buren’s household while clerking at his law office in Hudson Next door on Warren Street lived Harriet and her family early settlers from Nantucket who embodied Hudson’s maritime roots remembered today in the naming of Allen Street Butler would go on to be Attorney General for Andrew Jackson and Martin Van Buren After Van Buren’s wife Hannah died in 1819 Harriet quietly assumed a role that went far beyond friendship She stepped in to help manage the domestic and social duties that Van Buren’s political life required When he ascended to the presidency in 1837 he had no First Lady to preside over the White House It was Harriet who found him a competent housekeeper to ensure that the Executive Mansion met the expectations of the day—long before his son Abraham married Angelica Singleton When Van Buren retired to his beloved Lindenwald estate in 1841 it was once again Harriet who sprang into action and provisioning to transform the house into a comfortable and dignified residence many of the furnishings admired by visitors to Martin Van Buren National Historic Site can be traced back to Harriet’s thoughtful choices Harriet’s 1824 letter hints at her sparkle: she refers to rumors of Van Buren wooing a “certain lady in Market Street” and cheekily wonders whether a wedding was in the works “I shall only wonder with the wondered,” she wrote Whether she was needling her friend or gently encouraging him to fess up the letter reveals Harriet’s unique place in Van Buren’s world—one of affection If you've strolled through Lindenwald’s halls or admired its decor you’ve encountered Harriet Butler’s enduring influence she represents the quiet labor of women in history—those who shaped lives and legacies not through elected office or public accolades And as for the “certain lady” of Market Street and unafraid to spill a little tea—lives on Download the NPS app to navigate the parks on the go CHICAGO – Parker Van Buren of No 7 Loyola Chicago men's volleyball earned his second Midwestern Intercollegiate Volleyball Association Offensive Player of the Week award announced by the league on Tuesday morning The 6-foot-9 outside hitter helped lift the Ramblers to two Top 15 road victories at then-No Native led the team in kills with 17 on .314 hitting He also added six digs and an ace against the Tritons Van Buren leads the league in points per set He ranks third in hitting percentage (.406) and in kills/set (3.68) Van Buren's performance guided Loyola to its first two road wins and helped maintain an undefeated The Ramblers remain the only undefeated team in the conference Thanks for visiting Share on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedInBUTLER COUNTY (KFVS) - Two teenagers were rushed to a hospital after a rollover crash in Butler County on Thursday afternoon approximately 4 miles west of Poplar Bluff According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol a 16-year-old Van Buren boy was driving eastbound when his SUV went off the road and flipped MSHP said the teen and his 16-year-old passenger Both boys were taken to a Poplar Bluff hospital for treatment MSHP said the driver was not wearing a seat belt The SUV was reportedly totaled in the crash Game Recap: Men's Volleyball | 2/1/2025 5:07:00 PM Thanks for visiting An Ohio.gov website belongs to an official government organization in the State of Ohio A lock or https:// means you've safely connected to the .gov website Share sensitive information only on official and personal information are protected by federal and state digital security standards ODNR Launches H2Ohio Rocky Ford Restoration Project at Van Buren State ParkDam Notching to Benefit Local Ecosystem and Community VAN BUREN Ohio – The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) is excited to announce the beginning of the Van Buren State Park Rocky Ford Restoration project this month This initiative marks a major commitment to restoring and revitalizing a cherished natural area within the Portage River watershed through the H2Ohio Initiative The project will address decades-old ecological concerns and enhance the area for the Van Buren community which has long awaited these improvements. The Rocky Ford Restoration project will involve the removal of the aging Van Buren Lake dam and the creation of a dynamic floodplain to support the area's ecosystem By restoring approximately 5,500 linear feet of Rocky Ford Creek and developing a new 45-acre wetland complex "The Van Buren Rocky Ford Restoration is a transformative project that underscores ODNR's commitment to the Van Buren community and to restoring Ohio's natural habitats," said ODNR Director Mary Mertz "We know that Van Buren State Park holds a special place in the community's heart we are not only addressing environmental concerns but also ensuring that future generations will enjoy a cleaner and even more vibrant natural space.”  sediment and nutrient buildup behind the Van Buren Lake dam has impaired water quality affecting local aquatic species and impacting the community's ability to enjoy the lake fully The dam's removal will restore Rocky Ford Creek to its natural state allowing for the safe migration of aquatic life and the natural assimilation of nutrients benefiting the ecosystem and water quality in downstream areas including Lake Erie. By decommissioning the dam and incorporating floodplain and wetland restoration features this project aligns with H2Ohio’s mission to improve water quality and restore Ohio’s natural habitats The restored wetland complex will help naturally sequester nutrients and provide water storage during high-flow events reducing the risk of future impairments. This initiative is more than just an ecological upgrade; it is a commitment to the Van Buren State Park community The Rocky Ford Restoration demonstrates ODNR’s dedication to fulfilling a long-held community vision The enhanced park will offer a thriving habitat for wildlife and new recreational opportunities for locals and visitors alike Please select what you would like included for printing: Copy the text below and then paste that into your favorite email application she was the eldest daughter of Shirley (Ryan) Harvey and James Clement Harvey  Margaret- more often known as Peggy- was a caring & devoted wife to Bill Van Buren for 21 years He was the love of her life and they spent many years enjoying the sun and sand together while living in Ft  Peggy is survived by her son Christopher James (Mersadies) Harvey and her step-children Holly (Keith) Underwood and Paula (Lynn) Harvey Brewick as well as many nieces and nephews  Peggy was an amazingly strong and supportive mother to her son She was a loving and dedicated daughter and sister not only of her family but many others that she came into contact with She was also friendly and approachable and truly loved children Always available when someone needed assistance she was known for putting others’ needs ahead of her own Her son describes her as “a beacon of light in dark times”.   Peggy worked for Kaiser Permanente for over 30 years as a Cardiac Technician She was an avid and enthusiastic sports fan and loved reading and knitting blankets for family members She lived for family gatherings and will be lovingly remembered for (among many others things) the spaghetti dinners cooked for the family on the legendary traditional Harvey Family Christmas Eve celebrations.   She will be truly missed by all who knew her.  the family requests that contributions be made in her & her husband’s name to The Sanibel-Captiva Shell Club.  This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply Service map data © OpenStreetMap contributors the daughter of Robert (Bob) and Audrey (Sally) Conner Her childhood was spent on a farm near Linn Grove After graduating from Linn Grove High School where she worked in the office of JC Penney  Doris met Max Van Buren while socializing with friends in Okoboji She worked for a few years at Younkers at the Gateway North Mall while their children were in grade school but spent most of her life enjoying working in her home  Doris loved her church family and working in the church kitchen She loved animals and helped for many years with the dog show at the Southpark Mall Most days you could find her watching birds from her picture windows Many unfortunate squirrels were relocated to the fairgrounds area after making the mistake of eating the food for her beloved birds Luke’s Nursing Home the morning of November 6th at the age of 89  Left to cherish her memory are her sister Virginia Whittenburg of Cherokee; daughter SD; great grandchildren Opal and Otto Montgomery Porter of Sioux Falls Private Family Graveside Services will be held at Riverside Cemetery There was an error; please refresh the page or try again There are no events matching your 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Rain: 7am to 7am: .00  Month: 1.51 Year: 25.00 Recorded temps:  High: 68 Low: 46 LITTLE ROCK – Attorney General Tim Griffin today issued the following statement announcing the conviction of a Van Buren father and son who pleaded guilty to Medicaid fraud: Ronald helped Garrett bill for personal care services for Garrett’s sibling but the defendants shared the proceeds of those billings “Protecting Arkansans from Medicaid fraud means holding bad actors accountable—and my office will continue to pursue them The Arkansas MFCU receives 75% of its funding from the U.S Department of Health and Human Services under a grant totaling $4,685,736 for the Federal fiscal year 2025 totaling $1,171,432 for State Fiscal Year 2025 VAN BUREN -- A Van Buren man has pleaded guilty in three cases involving multiple charges of violence VAN BUREN -- A self-described "porn star" who made "hundreds of thousands" of dollars posting pornography on OnlyFans and other internet sites will serve 32 years in prison after a judge's ruling Tuesday in Crawford County Circuit Court Thanks for visiting by Talk Business & Politics staff ([email protected]) February 5, 2025 1:29 pm 937 views  Springdale-based Harps plans to soon open one of its 10Box Cost-Plus Food Stores in the Cloverleaf Plaza in Van Buren It will be the 14th 10Box location for the grocery chain and will have around 28 full-time employees when it opens A grand opening for the 51,000-square-foot remodeled store at 120 Cloverleaf Plaza is set for 10 a.m The company said it spent “in excess of $3 million” to renovate the existing building Harps estimates it will have around 38 part-time workers at the store “10Box Cost-Plus Food Store has been a trusted name in providing quality groceries at competitive prices for over a decade We are excited to bring our unique shopping experience to the heart of Van Buren and become a part of this vibrant community,” the company noted in a press release The company said all items in its 10Box stores are priced at the “actual cost of the item including all costs associated with getting the product from the manufacturer to the shelf Harps has 10Box locations in Arkansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma. Harps announced in December its plans to open new stores in Conway and Fort Smith The new Fort Smith Harps is being built near the Arkansas Colleges of Health Education in east Fort Smith Harps is a 100% employee-owned company that operates 145 stores in Arkansas As the largest employee-owned company in Arkansas by David Bradford ([email protected]) March 13, 2025 9:30 am 447 views  The city of Van Buren municipal annex at 111 North 12th St is being renovated for use by the Van Buren Chamber of Commerce When asked what the Van Buren Chamber of Commerce has planned for 2025 President and CEO Julie Murray had a simple answer: moving The chamber is in the process of selling its building an historic property located at 510 Main St which in the past has served as a public library and an annex for the city’s planning department Murray and her colleagues will balance the day-to-day challenges of working from home with calls from building contractors The planned move is the result of an economic action plan that was launched in partnership with the city of Van Buren in 2022 The two-year search for a better facility led back to the city of Van Buren “The chamber needed a facility to better serve our members,” Murray said but we don’t drive traffic for our merchants … We ended up partnering with the city on a building they aren’t using.” the 1,000-square-foot space will provide amenities previously unavailable to chamber members but it’s not just about that,” Murray said “It’s about how to put the new space to use Currently there’s not a lot of meeting space available This facility will also serve as their meeting space and storage space The new space will also provide support as what Murray calls an entrepreneurial support organization “This building will allow us to open up as a coworking space for startups; being around like-minded people for conversation synergy; being able to use our building as their business address,” she said Murray expects the renovated building to support 75 entrepreneurs on a monthly basis The new facility will also provide office space for a representative from the University of Arkansas at Fort Smith Center for Economic Development and as-needed meeting space for visitors from the Arkansas Economic Development Commission “We will retain the same main phone number of 479-474-2761 and our email addresses will remain the same so you can easily contact us as needed,” Murray noted in a statement to members “We will still be out and about in the community hosting events and visiting our members as usual.” Mississippi State quarterback Michael Van Buren Jr. plans to enter the NCAA transfer portal, he announced Tuesday Van Buren started eight games during his true freshman season and threw for 1,886 yards on 55% passing with 16 total touchdowns and seven turnovers for the Bulldogs (2-10 Frances Academy in Maryland had two 300-yard performances for the Bulldogs including 306 yards and three touchdown passes in a 41-31 road loss against now-No 57 overall recruit in the ESPN 300 for 2024 He decommitted from Oregon in December 2023 to sign with Mississippi State and play for new head coach Jeff Lebby Van Buren took over as the Bulldogs' starter this season after quarterback Blake Shapen suffered a season-ending shoulder injury in the Bulldogs' 45-28 loss to Florida on Sept Shapen announced earlier Tuesday that he plans to return to Mississippi State as a sixth-year senior in 2025 The former Baylor transfer has started 27 games over his career Lebby is also in the process of recruiting one of his former pupils, Oklahoma quarterback Jackson Arnold The former five-star recruit entered the transfer portal Monday after one season as the Sooners' starter the Bulldogs have had 22 scholarship players enter the transfer portal since the winter transfer window opened Monday CHICAGO – On the heels of another undefeated weekend at home, Parker Van Buren was named the Midwestern Intercollegiate Volleyball Association (MIVA) Offensive Player of the Week after he combined for 38 points across two matches The senior outside hitter recorded a match-high of 18 kills against Rockhurst (Jan.18) on .457 hitting Van Buren notched another match-high 11 kills on .647 hitting and served a season-high four aces native added five digs and two block assists Van Buren ranks second in points per set (4.89) and in kills per set (4.28) tied for 14th in kills per set (4.00) and ranks 20th in hitting percentage (.419) The Ramblers wrap up their six-match homestand this weekend against Missouri S&T on Friday Thanks for visiting — A retrial of a murder that gained national attention is underway in Van Buren County Linda Stermer was convicted of killing her husband 15 years ago She spent nearly nine years in prison before the sentence was overturned with an appeals court stating her rights were violated in the first trial jury selection in Linda Stermer's retrial began Stermer is charged with the same crimes as before: premeditated first-degree murder and felony murder in the course of committing arson All charges stem from an incident in January 2007 in which the home Linda Stermer and her husband she was doing laundry in the basement when she heard Todd screaming upstairs and Linda Stermer entered her van to go find help He died at the scene and his blood was later found on the car which investigators say showed that Linda hit her husband Linda Stermer appealed on the basis of misconduct of the prosecutor and ineffective assistance from her counsel at the time: current Kalamazoo County Prosecutor Jeff Getting The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals agreed that the prosecutor in that case disparaged Linda Stermer and misrepresented her testimony saying Getting failed to consult an expert to counter the state's testimony that the fire was arson News Channel 3 will continue to follow this case on our website social media and on air when it moves forward later this week The lessons learned from her grandparents helped the new Van Buren postmaster return to her Van Buren and Crawford County roots “I’m what do they call those… a jack-of-all-trades,” Steward said “My grandpa was very much one of those as well He taught me to do as much as I can and learn as much as I can I’d be someone they can call when they need something it gets me into a lot of trouble because I take on more than I can.”  Steward’s first month in the post office was the Christmas season but Christmas…” Steward sighed deeply before continuing ‘If we can make it through December.’ It becomes a mantra for us We know we will be okay if we can make it to January 1 At least we don’t have the winter weather like the northern states I’ll be out there in heels and a skirt helping When we had those stimulus checks years ago If someone didn’t get their check… we heard about it I don’t want to think about that right now.” Steward has been with the Fort Smith Post Office for 12 years and has been in administration or management for nearly all that time and absorbing all she could learn about how the post office works “I didn’t want to get to the point that I feel like I can’t contribute anything that I’m just going through the same motions every day,” said Steward “My goal was to learn everything I could that day You have to want to be there for people and help them I feel it’s one of my biggest flaws because I want to try to fix every single thing It’s a hard pill to swallow since it’s almost like a sense of failure The worst thing I’ve ever done since I came to this office was to join the Facebook group where the residents complain about the post office.” Steward contacts individuals and tries to help them “I had to find a home and work balance,” said Steward “It’s taken a lot for me to put the post office aside and just let people be mad or upset I’ll come back to it after I spend time with my kids You just pray somebody will give you a little bit of grace while you’re trying.” Steward would joke with her bosses that the post office needs to have a program like they used to for the police where a person would shadow an officer for a day “We’re trying to keep all the mail together when the wind blows We got the wrong name but the right address or the wrong address but the right name,” Steward said and there’s not a lot of grace that gets extended in our direction and justifiably so and they expect us to deliver it correctly “I welcome many of the complaints and any concerns because then I will know what we need to correct so that I can fix that problem.” which celebrates its 250th anniversary this year Folks can almost track their packages in real-time She said it’s a great service and has made a difference “I have two supervisors here in the office who are amazing and they keep me on track because I can squirrel a lot,” said Steward my job is essentially to help them be able to do their job and our carriers’ and clerks' lives are easier I usually handle most of the complaints that aren’t simple fixes.” Steward explained that she had a call earlier with her bosses to justify the hours of her carriers 53 employees work for the Van Buren Post Office and the other half are city and rural carriers for Cedarville The carriers' routes are calculated based on delivering all the mail in eight hours Steward sometimes follows her carriers to make sure they’re safe and she’ll assess the situation and contact animal control if necessary I’m answering questions for the district manager headquarters if something goes wrong,” said Steward “I do the buffering between the supervisors but I can tell you that I’m very much the person who will keep going until I have no more time left in the day someone will poke their head into my office and tell me I should go home—every day handling customers… all the processes continues Wednesday; prosecutors are accusing her of setting her house on fire and killing her husband in 2007 She was in prison for nine years before being released after she was granted a new trial by a federal judge Prospective jurors flowed in and out of the Van Buren County courthouse Wednesday with the bench still not seated well into the afternoon the case already has an audience far outside of Michigan National news programs are setting up in the courtroom including CBS's "48 Hours." The documentary show featured Stermer's case in an episode in 2020 interviewing her as well as each of her five children The retrial will be shot for a future program with one crew member saying its unique circumstances are keeping viewers gripped and who each side blames for that house fire "Something our viewers really love is a story with really interesting forensics," field producer Emily Wichick Hourihane said "This case in particular has some very interesting fire science that we're looking to see how that plays out in court." No opening statements have been made just yet but one judicial assistant said they are expected to start early on Thursday News Channel 3 plans to closely follow this trial as it is expected to last for several weeks ROGERS — A Van Buren man has been arrested in connection with a continuing investigation into three Asian massage parlors in Rogers Tom Sissom has worked at newspapers in Pine Bluff Little Rock and Northwest Arkansas for more than 40 years Beginning as a police beat reporter in Pine Bluff and city and county governments in addition to dabbling in coverage of agriculture a columnist and city editor and an editorial page editor — A man was arrested for drunk driving after crashing his SUV with two children inside early Friday morning in Van Buren County was arraigned on charges of OWI and Child Endangerment according to the Van Buren County Sheriff's Office Investigators were called to County Road 687 in Keeler Township around 1:50 am on a report of a man screaming The SUV went off the road and Willis was slumped over the steering wheel I'm guessing that we would have probably have found two dead kids today and one dead adult," Davis said Deputies asked about a broken window on the vehicle which Willis stated he had to break it because he lost his keys Willis told deputies he was traveling from Lawrence to Pullman The children were brought into the Sheriff's office where they were cared for until family members arrived to pick them up Undersheriff Davis told News Channel 3 that it's important for the community to call them if they see something suspicious "If something doesn't seem right or something doesn't sit well with you make sure you call the sheriff's department," Davis said "We will always respond to those incidents The incident will be referred to Child Protective Services and has been submitted to the Van Buren County Prosecutor's Office Willis was was issued a $25,000 bond during his arraignment Friday afternoon His pretrial conference is set for April 9 at 2:30 p.m – Arkansas State Police said a 13-year-old girl who was reported missing in Crawford County was found safe Thursday ASP officials said the teen was last seen Tuesday Authorities said she could have been traveling toward Missouri with a person named David Officials did not give any additional details on where she was located these are the actual most popular baby names so far in 2025 Whether it’s a short vacation or they’re jetting off to begin their career show the future traveler you care with a meaningful graduation gift National Teacher Appreciation Week begins May 5 take advantage of these freebies and deals by David Bradford ([email protected]) February 8, 2025 10:04 am 839 views  Van Buren Mayor Joe Hurst said the city’s goal for 2025 is relatively simple: continue to improve what is already working The most visible evidence of that will be when bidding opens in July on a $12 million project to improve the intersection of Highway 59 and Interstate 540 In partnership with the Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) We have $3 million in the bank ready to spend,” he said The downtown area will also see what Hurst has termed a “streetscape project” funded by two $1 million grants a Federal Emergency Administration (FEMA) grant will address flooding issues by improving drainage in the area Recent turmoil at the federal level has raised questions about when or if the project may begin “The recent spending halt may have an impact Numerous Van Buren Parks and Recreation department projects are in the works as is discussion about a proposed community center “We are undergoing an update to the parks plan,” said Hurst … COVID disrupted progress on that (community center) We will be determining whether or not to put a community center on the ballot.” the center would be funded by a temporary sales tax Projects from prior years will enjoy use in 2025 and we added a pickleball court,” said Hurst the city’s Field of Dreams Sports Complex has recovered fully from the devastating “two-hundred-year flood” suffered in 2019 We are back to up and running,” said Hurst pointing to frequent use by the high school district and the Boys Club Another measure of recovery is the return of summer baseball and softball tournaments but we have 16 tournaments planned for 2025 I’m really glad to hear that,” said Hurst The city’s partnership with the Van Buren Public School District extends to projects such as adding a grant-funded basketball court to an elementary school schools serve as de facto parks after hours Hurst said projects such as the proposed community center and the basketball court come as a result of public suggestions and participation Oversight of facilities and spending includes citizen commissions “We try to get people to come to our meetings Sometimes it’s difficult to get attendance Citizen participation has made Van Buren a frequent recipient of the Arkansas Municipal League (AML) Volunteer Community of the Year award “We’ve won 30-something times,” said Hurst calling the achievement “an objective way to see that the community really does come together.”