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Arkansas Prison Employees Fired After 'Devil in the Ozarks' Escape

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Arkansas Prison Employees Fired After 'Devil in the Ozarks' Escape

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'Devil in the Ozarks' escape leads to firings, scrutiny of prison procedures

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'Devil in the Ozarks' escape leads to firings, scrutiny of prison procedures

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The inmate who slipped out of Calico Rock prison in a makeshift law enforcement uniform on May 25 is now back behind bars, but fallout from his escape is far from over.Read Article

Grant Hardin's federal escape charge dropped, Arkansas charge to remain in place

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By Yuna Lee, Adam Roberts Click here for updates on this story IZARD COUNTY, Arkansas (KHBS) — Prosecutors dropped a federal escape charge against a former police chief in prison for murder and rape, court documents show. Grant Hardin worked in law enforcement for decades before he was arrested. He was serving time for murder and rape when he escaped last month. The documents did not state why the charge was being dropped. Arkansas’ state ch…Calico Rock · Calico Rock See the Story

Virginia Hurst, 88 (Conner)

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Funeral arrangements for 88-year-old Virginia Hurst are pending at Conner Family Funeral Home & Cremation Center. Virginia Hurst died Tuesday in Calico Rock. Click here to visit the Conner Family Funeral Home & Cremation Center website and sign the guest book. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSICalico Rock · Calico Rock Read Article

Cómo se dieron dos fugas de prisión que dejaron a tres reos aún prófugos

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Por Chris Boyette y Holly Yan, CNN Un exjefe de policía convertido en asesino y violador, un fugitivo reincidente y un doble asesino aún no han sido encontrados después de dos fugas de prisión de alto perfil que mantienen a las comunidades en vilo y a las fuerzas del orden en alerta. Aunque estas historias tienen muchas similitudes, las circunstancias detrás de sus fugas, dónde pueden estar escondidos y lo que podrían esperar hacer en libertad s…Calico Rock · Calico Rock Read Article

Calico Rock works to preserve historic buildings against future flooding

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Main Street Calico Rock has been busy preserving its history after spring flooding revealed a potential future threat to some of its long standing structures. The protect the historic district, a retaining wall and French drain has been constructed behind the Calico Riverview Inn, diverting water away from the buildings. In addition to this project, three roofs on other properties have been replaced in the district, funding has been provided for…Floods · Calico Rock Read Article

NEXT powering student success with $12,000 donation to local schools

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NEXT employees and NWH employees/students join for a photo with $1000 check donated to assist with outstanding lunch balances in Mountain Home on May 21. NEXT, Powered by NAEC launched an initiative to help local students and families by giving a total of $12,000 to the 12 school districts within their service area. Each district will receive $1,000 and school administrators will direct the funds to cover outstanding student meal balances, provi…Calico Rock · Calico Rock Read Article

2 Jailbreaks. 3 Men Still on the Run. What We Know About the Circumstances of Each Escape

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By Chris Boyette, Holly Yan, CNN (CNN) — A police chief-turned-murderer-and-rapist, a repeat escapee and a double murderer are still nowhere to be found after two high-profile jailbreaks keep communities on edge and law enforcement on alert. As much as these stories have in common, the circumstances behind their escapes, where they may be hiding and what they might hope to do on the outside are very different. Grant Hardin, 56, escaped from a st…International · Calico Rock See the Story

Francoise PAQUETTE - Espanola Mid North Monitor

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Francoise Madeleine Paquette (nee Goulard) of Kitchener, ON, at the age of 80, on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, surrounded by her family. Loving mother of Rheal (Cindy) Paquette, Kimberley (Rui) Paquette, and Christine (Chuck) Paquette. Memere of treasured grandchildren; Nicole (Chris) Power, Kelsi (Joshua) Pitt, Gage (Linda) Paquette, and Carlie (Mike) DeVole, step-grandchildren Hunter and Maddy. Great-…Calico Rock · Calico Rock See the Story

Calico Rock Athletic Director named Ozarka College Alumni of the Year

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Tanner Hoskinds, Athletic Director at Calico Rock High School, has been name Alumni of the Year at Ozarka College. Hoskinds currently serves as head basketball and softball coach and leads his school’s athletic programs with a focus on both excellence and community service. Hoskinds says “I am greatly honored to be named Ozarka’s Alumni of the Year. Having the opportunity to attend Ozarka was an absolute game changer for me coming out of high sc…Calico Rock · Calico Rock Read Article