Bohlman selected 2023 DMESC

Rural Education Teacher of the Year

Submitted by Tammy L. Young

Ouachita River School District is pleased to announce Mrs. Amanda Bohlman, Acorn Elementary School first grade teacher, was selected as the 2023 DeQueen-Mena Education Service Cooperative (DMESC) Rural Education Teacher of the Year. DMESC selected Bohlman for her outstanding instruction, teacher leadership and consistency in the classroom. Her name has also been submitted to the Arkansas Rural Education Association (AREA) for consideration for the statewide teacher of the year.

“We are very proud of Mrs. Bohlman. She is a great, caring, and effective teacher,” ORSD Superintendent Jerrall Strasner stated. “It is a privilege and an honor to work with Mrs. Bohlman.

On Friday, Feb. 10, Acorn Schools made the announcement to Bohlman and the student body.

She pours her heart into teaching, designing lessons that are educational, engaging, interactive, and fun. She loves her students, and they love her! We are truly blessed that she is part of our ORSD family,” stated Mrs. Beth Jackson, Acorn Elementary School Principal.

Bohlman shared a quote, “When asked what makes a great teacher, I would say student/family relationships, flexibility, positive attitude, and great colleagues! Thank you for this award, I am truly honored!”

The following information was received from Polk County law enforcement agencies. The charges against those arrested are allegations and the cases are still pending in the courts. Individuals charged and whose names appear in this column may submit documentation to us at a later date that the charges have been dismissed, or that they have been found innocent, and we will include that information in this space in a timely manner.

Polk County Sheriff’s Office worked 2 vehicle accidents this week.

Polk County Detention Center

Jail Population: 22 Incarcerated Inmates with 15 Inmates currently on the Waiting List for a State Facility.

Police

Truck belonging to regional circuit judge stolen

By Patrick Massey

Minor and Probation Violation.

Deputies responded to a residence on Polk 627 near Mena in reference to a stolen firearm.

POLK COUNTY SHERIFF’S LOG MENA POLICE REPORTS

February 6, 2023

Deputies responded to a residence on Polk 44 near Mena in reference to a structure fire.

Deputies were dispatched to a residence on Polk 167 near Potter in reference to a stolen ATV.

Deputies responded to a residence on Polk 184 near Acorn in reference to threats being made. Information has been forwarded to the Prosecuting Attorney for further consideration.

Deputies responded to a report of a dog bite victim.

Deputies responded to a walk-in complainant in reference to a scam.

February 7, 2023

Deputies were dispatched to a residence on Polk 68 near Cherry Hill in reference to a burglary

February 8, 2023

David Hale, 35 of Mena was arrested by an officer with Probation Parole to be held.

February 9, 2023

Richard Smiley, 64 of Mena was arrested on a Felony Failure to Appear Warrant.

Gavin Whitmire, 31 of Grannis was arrested by an officer with Probation Parole on Felony Warrants for Residential Burglary, Harassment, Endangering the Welfare of a

February 10, 2023

Deputies responded to a report of an accident on Hwy 270 near Rich Mountain.

Deputies responded to a walk-in complainant in reference to a violation of an order of protection.

February 11, 2023

Deputies responded to a report of harassment. Information has been forwarded to the Prosecuting Attorney for further consideration.

A traffic stop on Polk 31 led to the arrest of Nicholas Jackson, 27 of Sterlington, LA on a charge of DWI as well as a citation for Driving on a Suspended Driver’s License and Defective Equipment.

February 12, 2023

Deputies responded to a residence on Davis Lane near Mena in reference to fraud.

Deputies took a report of battery from a walk-in complainant. Information has been forwarded to the Prosecuting Attorney for further consideration.

Deputies responded to an address on Farmers Lane near Hatfield in reference to animal neglect.

Joshua Hagler, 24 of Hatfield was arrested on charges of DWI and Careless and Prohibited Driving.

February 5

A report of assault was taken at a residence on Mena Street. A report of disorderly conduct was taken on 4th Street.

Michael Williams, 41, was served with a warrant at the county jail.

Matthew Anderson, 41, was charged with DWI after an accident on Highway 71.

February 6

A report of criminal mischief was taken from a walk-in complainant.

February 7 No report.

February 8

A report of harassment was taken from a walk-in complainant.

February 9

A report of a disturbance was taken at a residence on Evans Circle.

Carol Gregory was charged with theft of property and served with warrants at Walmart.

February 10 No report.

February 11 No report.

NASHVILLE – Authorities in Southwest Arkansas are searching for a man suspected of stealing a vehicle belonging to a local circuit court judge on Thursday.

According to the Howard County Sheriff’s Office, deputies took a report Thursday morning from Ninth West Judicial Circuit Court Judge Bryan Chesshir after he found his truck missing from his residence. The truck was later found parked at a set of apartments near Cassidy Street in Nashville.

Investigators found the truck damaged and ransacked. The vehicle was processed and Howard County authorities determined two handguns and cash was missing from the truck.

The investigation led the Howard County Sheriff’s Office to develop 28-year-old Xavier Melton of Texarkana as a suspect in the theft. An arrest warrant was reportedly obtained for Melton’s arrest. Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to contact the Howard County Sheriff’s Office by calling 870-845-2626.

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