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MENA POLICE REPORTS
March 5
Two men arrested for murder, arson in McCurtain County
By Patrick Massey
Identity Theft.
Michael Laws, 36 of Mena was arrested on a Felony Warrant for Failure to Comply with Registration and Reporting Requirements.
March 9, 2023
No reports.
March 10, 2023
A traffic stop led to the arrest of Jeremiah Kahn, 37 of Mena on a Parole Hold and a Misdemeanor Warrant. Deputies were dispatched to a residence on Hwy 246 E near Hatfield in reference to a trespasser.
March 11, 2023
Christopher Chandler, 42 of Grannis was arrested by an officer with the Arkansas Sate Parks on charges of Obstructing Governmental Operations and Probation Violation. Deputies were dispatched to a church near Wickes in reference to a broken window.
Deputies responded to a report of a reckless driver. Information has been forwarded to the Prosecuting Attorney for further consideration.
March 12, 2023
Deputies responded to a walk-in complainant in reference to missing property.
Polk County Sheriff’s Office worked 1 vehicle accident this week.
Polk County Detention Center Jail
Population: 20 Incarcerated Inmates with 14 Inmates currently on the Waiting List for a State Facility.
Garet Wilson, 20, was charged with Battery 2nd, Public Intoxication, Disorderly Conduct, and Criminal Use of Prohibited Weapons after a Disturbance on Reine Street.
A report of forgery was taken from a walk-in complainant.
William Pierce, 39, was served with a warrant at a residence on Janssen Avenue.
March 6
Heath Spencer, 26, was charged with Theft of Property at Walmart.
A report of theft and disorderly conduct was taken at Walmart.
March 7 No report.
March 8
Robert Craddock, 26, was served with a warrant at the detention center.
Harmony Muniz, 30, was charged with Domestic Battery after a complaint from a walk-in complainant.
A report of theft of property was taken from Walmart.
March 9 No report.
March 10
A report of battery was taken from a walk-in complainant.
Madison Scott, 21, was charged with Theft of Property at Walmart.
March 11
Larry Kenyon, 52, Cheryll Rice, 58, and Sandra Ralph, 41, were all served with warrants at a residence on Dallas Avenue.
IDABEL, Okla. - Oklahoma authorities say two men are in custody on murder and arson charges following a house fire in Idabel earlier this month.
Allen Shaw, 89, [top photo] and Randy Sander, 69, [bottom photo] were both arrested on charges of second-degree murder and arson in the second degree following an investigation into a house fire on March 2 that resulted in the death of an Idabel woman.
According to the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OBSI), the house fire resulted in the death of 43-year-old Danette Stowe. An in- vestigation began after McCurtain County first responders were dispatched to a house fire on the 2800 block of Womack Road on March 2. Stowe’s body was found deceased inside after the fire was put out. Her husband was transported to the hospital to be treated for his injuries. Two dogs were also reportedly killed during the fire.
Following an investigation, deputies with the McCurtain County Sheriff’s Office arrested Shaw and Sander on March 2. Both are being held in the McCurtain County Jail on $500,000 bonds.
Unofficial information alleges Shaw and Sander deliberately set fire to the house in an attempt to remove the renters residing within it.
Agencies involved in the investigation include the OSBI, McCurtain County Sheriff’s Office, Oklahoma State Fire Marshal’s Office, the Oklahoma Medical Examiner’s Office as well as the Garvin, Idabel and Millerton Fire Departments.
Old-time church revival meeting, at Calvary Baptist Church, 2100 Hwy. 375 W, Mena. Open to all! Includes guest speakers, music, refreshments and a message. Sunday, March 26, 6 - 7:30 p.m., and Monday-Wednesday, March 27 - 29, 7 - 8 p.m.
2800 Craftsy meets every Tuesday at 10 a.m., 2800 Jerry Lee Dr., Mena. Free to all who are interested in crafting. (501) 617-7261. Visit 2800 Craftsy on Facebookgroups.
Narcotics Anonymous meet at 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Monday, noon - 1 p.m. on Wednesday, 7 p.m. on Thursday, 7 p.m. on Friday, and 6 p.m. on Saturday at the old bus barn at the Crossing Church. For information call Erica at (479) 234-5289 or Candice at (501) 356-8300.
Stop Smoking Seminar-quitting nicotine for good. Free 10-night seminar, weeknights at 5:30, March 6 - 17, the Farm House, 819 Mena St. No sign-up required. For more info call (816) 304-4676.
DIY Learn Something New-Making
a Seed Bomb, Saturday, March 18, 10 a.m. at the Extension Education Bldg., 211 Dequeen St., Mena. Call the Extension Office to register by Friday, March 17, to ensure we have enough supplies for each participant. (479) 394-6018. There will be a $5 fee to cover supply costs.
The Humane Society of the Ouachitas will meet Thursday, March 16 at 5:30 p.m. at La Villa’s in Mena. All pet lovers are welcome.
The Polk County Housing Authority has Rental Vouchers available. They are also in need of Applicants and Landlords. Contact them at 509 S. Morrow, Mena, (479) 394-1565 or polkarhousing.com
First Presbyterian Church will be presenting a study, “The Evolution of the Bible”, in its Adult
Around Town
Sunday School Class on Sunday mornings beginning at 9:45. The class will be conducted by Earl Harrell. Anyone with an interest in this study is invited to attend. Classes will be at the church in the parlor, 904 Church Ave., Mena.
The Hatfield Branch Library is open every Tuesday and Friday from noon - 4 p.m. The library is located at 121 Cemetery Rd. (old Agri building) in Hatfield.
St. Patrick’s Day Dinner & Dance at the Mena Senior Activity Center, 401 Autumn Dr., from 5 - 8 p.m, Friday, March 17. Music by Gator & Friends Band. Meal served from 5 - 6:30 p.m. with a shrimp boil with potatoes, corn, fried fish, beans, coleslaw, peach cobbler, and tea or water. Suggested donation is $15.
GriefShare continues to meet every Thursday from 10 a.m.-noon at First Presbyterian Church Mena for anyone in the community who is grieving the loss of a loved one.
The Cove Branch Library is open Monday and Thursday from noon - 5 p.m. The Library is located next to Cove Town Hall at 5568 Hwy. 71 S.
The Mena/Polk County Senior Center will have The Gator and Friends band performing in Mena every Thursday, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
The Center has an exercise class on Mondays and Thursdays, 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Contact Trena Looney with questions, (479) 394-5459.
The Cossatot Senior Center in Wickes has meals and activities for seniors. If you need to make delivery arrangements or changes call (870) 385-2373.
Hatfield First Baptist Church “Shepherd’s Closet” Open Wednesdays, 10 a.m. - noon. Large selection of good, used clothing & a limited supply of non-perishable food items. Free to anyone in need.
Alcoholics Anonymous meet at The Crossing Church, 3 p.m., Sundays; at 5 p.m., Tuesdays; and at 8 p.m. Saturdays at the old bus barn. For information call (479) 2348366 or (479) 216-3786.
The Food Pantry at the Mena Seventh Day Adventist Church is open every first and third Monday of each month, 4 - 6 p.m., located at Fair Grounds Road. For more information, call (479) 437-4018.
American Legion meets every 2nd Tuesday at the Legion Hall in Acorn. Potluck at 6 p.m., meeting follows. Come play Bingo, Saturdays and Mondays, starts at 6 p.m., doors open at 4 p.m.
Reynolds Gardner Community Men’s Breakfast every Tuesday, First United Methodist Church, Mena, 8 a.m. (full breakfast for small donation). All men from the community are invited to attend.
Alcoholics Anonymous meet at 7 p.m. Fridays at the First United Methodist Church, Ninth Street and Port Arthur. Discussion/Book Study for information call (479) 243-0297.
Bluegrass Jam Session is open to musicians and fans alike. Bring your instruments for an unplugged session to the Daisy Room (behind Janssen’s Avenue Florist & Gifts) the first and third Thursdays of each month, starting at 6:30 p.m. Free event. Some snacks are provided.
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