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2 found guilty in 10-year-old girl's Fourth of July shooting death in Cleveland
[Attached video: Previous FOX 8 coverage] CLEVELAND (WJW) — It's been nearly one year since a 10-year-old girl was shot and killed while celebrating the Fourth of July holiday at a family gathering in Cleveland. Wednesday, two men charged in her death, Juwone Deaver and Jemerious Davis, were both found guilty of murder. Young mother killed in shooting at Cleveland Metroparks Mill Creek Falls On the evening of July 4, 2024, friends and family had gathered at a home at West 125th Street and Triskett Road. As FOX 8 News has previously reported, 10-year-old Gracie Griffin was standing outside the residence along with Deaver, Davis and Katie McKnight. According to Cuyahoga County Prosecutor Michael O'Malley, a vehicle with four people inside drove to the house for the party. The vehicle drove past the house, turned around and pulled in front of the home. 'Deaver and Davis then opened fire shooting multiple times with a .45 caliber firearm and an AK-style firearm at the vehicle,' a Wednesday news release from O'Malley's office stated. Gracie Griffin was struck in the head during the shooting and pronounced dead at the hospital. Investigators determined that no shots were fired from the vehicle. There was 'only evidence of outgoing fire from the residence.' Retired Cleveland police officer killed in fire 'An innocent 10-year-old girl lost her life because too many guns are finding their way into the hands of stupid people,' O'Malley was quoted in the news release. 'While this verdict does not bring back Gracie, it is a significant step in justice for her. My thoughts and prayers remain with her family.' Deaver and Davis will be sentenced at the Cuyahoga County Justice Center on July 8 at 8:30 a.m. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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23-05-2025
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Historic Old River Bridge returns to Saline County, nears reopening
BENTON, Ark. — One of Arkansas' oldest river crossings is returning to its original home — and it's nearly ready for the public to enjoy once again. The Old River Bridge in Saline County, originally constructed in the late 1800s, is being fully restored and reassembled where it first stood, spanning the Saline River. Historic Saline County bridge expected to return to original location by May As of this week, only about 100 timber planks remain to be installed, marking the final stretch of the project that will make the bridge fully walkable for the first time in decades. Once completed, the bridge will become part of the Southwest Trail — a scenic pedestrian and bicycle route connecting Little Rock to Hot Springs. Saline County Judge Matt Brumley emphasized the cultural and historical significance of the project. 'If you really think about it, it's been a 51-year process,' Brumley said. Saline County holds groundbreaking for Old River Bridge The bridge, believed to be the oldest river bridge in Arkansas, served generations before it was dismantled for preservation. Its return is the culmination of years of planning, engineering, and craftsmanship — a true labor of love. Brad Deaver of Mobley Contractors has overseen much of the technical restoration. 'We took it apart, cataloged it, and stored it. Then, back in 2021, we took it to Lansing, Michigan, had it restored… brought it back down to Arkansas, and now here we are in the final phases of construction,' Deaver explained. 'We're currently putting the timber decking on the bridge,' said Deaver. 'We've got to put in some hand railing, and then this thing will be open to traffic.' Deaver described the experience as both an honor and a challenge. 'To be able to work with pieces that are over 100 years old… it's very meticulous, very precise work,' he said. 'But we're very excited to be a part of it.' Once reopened, the Old River Bridge is expected to become a community destination, offering a picturesque and historically rich experience for walkers, bikers, and river-goers alike. 'The ability to come to this historic bridge and learn the history around this area is going to be very exciting to see people take part in,' said Brumley. Both Brumley and Deaver noted that the project would not have been possible without the help of numerous public and private partners who shared a commitment to preserving Arkansas history. Renovations for Saline County's Old River Bridge ahead of schedule The Old River Bridge is set to officially reopen to the public in late June, reconnecting the past with the present — and creating new opportunities for education, recreation, and community connection. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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12-05-2025
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Feeding Southwest Virginia partners with USPS for ‘Stamp Out Hunger'
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – On Saturday, May 10, US Postal Service workers added some additional cargo to their trucks in the form of non-perishable food items. Those items were collected along typical mail routes as folks had the opportunity to make food donations as part of the annual Stamp Out Hunger food drive. The donation is one of the largest single-day collections for food pantries nationwide, including for Feeding Southwest Virginia. 'If we got at least 40,000 pounds of food, that would be over 33,000 meals that we could distribute to our neighbors across Roanoke and beyond,' said Pete Deaver, director of foundation relations for Feeding Southwest Virginia. RELATED STORY | Help fight hunger with 'Stamp Out Hunger' food drive Food insecurity impacts the region in a big way, as around one-in-seven people across southwest Virginia face hunger. Despite Stamp Out Hunger taking place over just one day, Deaver said the one-day total can go a long way in helping Feeding Southwest accomplish its goal of lowering food insecurity across the 26 localities it serves. The collection also comes at a crucial time of year, just before schools let out for the summer months and many children lose access to free school lunches. 'The summertime is always a little bit more intense with people having extra needs,' said Deaver. 'Especially children at this time need some extra food support, so this is huge ahead of our summer feeding.' Deaver said this year's collection may be even more important than usual. 'Right now, our neighbors are facing the highest rate of food insecurity in southwest Virginia that we've seen since 2009,' he said. 'At a time that a lot of people are already facing hunger and high prices, we just like to be the last line of defense.' If you missed out on donating food items for Stamp Out Hunger but still want to help out, visit Feeding Southwest Virginia's website for more information on donations and volunteering. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
