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🌱 Key transparency fight could shape West Memphis’ Google data center future

West Memphis, Arkansas Patch AM: a 5 min read

Morning West Memphis! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Key transparency fight could shape West Memphis’ Google data center future
  • West Memphis officer sidelined after arrest—what the department is saying now
  • How a weeklong sweep in West Memphis netted 30 arrests

Today's riddle: How do you fit 10 horses in 9 stables? You cannot add any stables, you cannot put 2 horses in one stable. (Draw 9 boxes to help you figure this out) 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Humid; a stray p.m. t-storm, with a high of 94 and low of 76 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 97, low: 75.
  • Saturday: A stray afternoon t-storm, with a high of 95 and low of 74 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Judge questions venue in FOI case over Google data center contract (thewynneprogress.com) — A judge has sent a Freedom of Information lawsuit over the Google data center contract in West Memphis back to the state Public Service Commission, questioning whether his court is the right venue. The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette is seeking more records on the project, which could significantly affect West Memphis’s economy and utilities. The newspaper has until July 6 to respond.
   

2. West Memphis officer arrested on domestic battery charges (wreg.com) — A West Memphis police officer has been arrested in Memphis on a misdemeanor domestic battery charge and has been relieved of duty while the case is reviewed. The West Memphis Police Department says both a criminal case and internal investigation are underway. Leaders emphasize they are focused on community trust but will not comment further until more verified details are available.
   

3. 31 sex offenders arrested in Pine Bluff, West Memphis police operations (kark.com) — West Memphis was the focus of Operation Trident, where law enforcement arrested 30 people, including 25 accused of failing to follow Arkansas sex offender registration rules. Combined with a related Pine Bluff sweep, 47 suspects tied to child-related crimes and fugitives were taken into custody. Officials say multiple agencies worked together to target offenders across eastern Arkansas.
   

4. U.S. Marshals arrest Arkansas fugitive in this West Tennessee community (talknwesttn.com) — Charges tied to West Memphis’ Operation Trident led U.S. Marshals to track down a Tennessee man accused of online sex crimes involving a child. Authorities say he was arrested in Henderson County, Tennessee, and will face extradition to Arkansas. The case highlights ongoing cooperation between West Memphis police, federal agents, and neighboring states to pursue fugitives.
   

5. Annie Mae (Welch) Carlton, 85, Norfork (Conner) (ktlo.com) — West Memphis readers may remember Annie Mae Welch Carlton, who was born in the city and graduated as valedictorian from West Memphis High School in 1958. Her family has announced a memorial service in Norfork on July 4, welcoming all who wish to pay their respects to her long, faith-filled life and large extended family.
   

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💬 Chatter

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  • My granddaughter is a self taught artist.
    These are a few of her watercolor pieces. For sale with a simple black frame. DM for details and purchases. Local pick up These are originals she… (Nextdoor Richland)
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Ok West Memphis! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: [T] [E] [N] [H] [O] [R] [S] [E] [S] (Thank you Lisa K. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in West Memphis

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.

Stay in the loop with what's happening in West Memphis

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.