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Yahoo
7 days ago
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Bloomer woman charged with meth use near small child; warrant issued for her arrest
CHIPPEWA FALLS — A Bloomer woman accused of possessing meth near a five-year-old child has now been charged. The woman has refused to meet with police, so a warrant has been issued for her arrest. Katrina M. Meighen, 38, 1603 16th Ave., was charged Friday in Chippewa County Court with possession of meth with the intent to deliver, neglecting a child and possessing drug paraphernalia. Judge Benjamin Lane issued a warrant for Meighen's arrest on Friday. According to the criminal complaint, police were sent to a home in Bloomer for a possible drug overdose. A man in the home had been on a FaceTime conversation when he suffered signs of a possible overdose. When police arrived and spoke to the man, he noted he was babysitting Meighen's five-year-old child. Police believed that the man was under the influence of a stimulant drug. The officer called Meighen and explained that the man was possibly under the influence of methamphetamine or another illegal drug. The deputy asked permission to search the residence to check on her son, as well as check for any drugs. Meighen gave the officer permission to remove her son from the home and look for drugs. 'Law enforcement conducted a search of the residence and located a purple gem bag laying on the floor near the front door,' the complaint reads. 'The gem bag contained a white crystal substance. This bag was located near where officers made contact with [the babysitter.]' Near the foot of the bed, on top of a tote, officers located a purple gem bag containing a crystal substance. In the closet, law enforcement located glass pipes with crystal substances, jars of unknown liquids, and 4.7 grams of meth in one bag, and 11.2 grams in a different bag. They also found various drug paraphernalia, including a torch attached to a propane tank. The babysitter was detained, and in his bag, officers located three empty purple gem bags. These bags were the same style as the purple gem bags located in the residence. The five-year-old boy told police that the purple bags for drugs belonged to his mom. The child was picked up by his father. 'Law enforcement contacted Katrina via phone after the search,' the complaint reads. 'Katrina became upset with officers and claimed she had not granted consent during the previous phone call. Katrina then hung up on law enforcement. An attempt to locate was placed for Katrina, but law enforcement was unsuccessful in locating her.'
Yahoo
7 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Bloomer woman charged with meth use near small child; warrant issued for her arrest
CHIPPEWA FALLS — A Bloomer woman accused of possessing meth near a five-year-old child has now been charged. The woman has refused to meet with police, so a warrant has been issued for her arrest. Katrina M. Meighen, 38, 1603 16th Ave., was charged Friday in Chippewa County Court with possession of meth with the intent to deliver, neglecting a child and possessing drug paraphernalia. Judge Benjamin Lane issued a warrant for Meighen's arrest on Friday. According to the criminal complaint, police were sent to a home in Bloomer for a possible drug overdose. A man in the home had been on a FaceTime conversation when he suffered signs of a possible overdose. When police arrived and spoke to the man, he noted he was babysitting Meighen's five-year-old child. Police believed that the man was under the influence of a stimulant drug. The officer called Meighen and explained that the man was possibly under the influence of methamphetamine or another illegal drug. The deputy asked permission to search the residence to check on her son, as well as check for any drugs. Meighen gave the officer permission to remove her son from the home and look for drugs. 'Law enforcement conducted a search of the residence and located a purple gem bag laying on the floor near the front door,' the complaint reads. 'The gem bag contained a white crystal substance. This bag was located near where officers made contact with [the babysitter.]' Near the foot of the bed, on top of a tote, officers located a purple gem bag containing a crystal substance. In the closet, law enforcement located glass pipes with crystal substances, jars of unknown liquids, and 4.7 grams of meth in one bag, and 11.2 grams in a different bag. They also found various drug paraphernalia, including a torch attached to a propane tank. The babysitter was detained, and in his bag, officers located three empty purple gem bags. These bags were the same style as the purple gem bags located in the residence. The five-year-old boy told police that the purple bags for drugs belonged to his mom. The child was picked up by his father. 'Law enforcement contacted Katrina via phone after the search,' the complaint reads. 'Katrina became upset with officers and claimed she had not granted consent during the previous phone call. Katrina then hung up on law enforcement. An attempt to locate was placed for Katrina, but law enforcement was unsuccessful in locating her.'
Yahoo
18-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Concord University announces 13th President
ATHENS, WV (WVNS) — Concord University announced the University's next president. According to a press release, Dr. Bethany Meighen was chosen to be Concord University's 13th president by the Concord University Board of Governors. Concord University Esports ends fifth year with a record-breaking season The press release stated that the board voted on April 15, 2025 at a meeting, and that Dr. Meighen accepted the position. Dr. Meighen was the Vice President for Academic and Student Affairs at the University of North Carolina System, and was the chief student affairs officer as well as an important liaison between the UNC System Office and its 17 constituent institutions. Dr. Meighen's strong background in higher education administration and her experience shaping policies related to admissions and student support services position her to strengthen and cultivate the strategically sound foundation President Kendra Boggess has built over her tenure. The Board of Governors is grateful for the work the Presidential Search Committee has done over several months leading up to this decision, and we look forward to what the future brings. Dave Barnette | Board Chairman According to Concord University, Dr. Meighen received her bachelor's and master's degree from the University of Charleston, and her Ed.D. from the University of North Carolina Wilmington. Leadership roles that she held in the past include being the Director of Alumni and Parent Relations, Director of Marketing and Alumni Relations, and Dean of Student Life, all at the University of Charleston. During her prior leadership roles, Dr. Meighen helped watch over a variety of student organizations, as well as the student code of conduct and Office of Student Life budget, and alumni, parent, and student engagement. Dr. Meighen moved to North Carolina with her family, and she was the Director for Student Development and Advisor to the UNC System Association of Student Governments as well as being the vice president for academic and student affairs. Concord University joins 'Concord Cousins' for the Concord250 Patriots' Day in Massachusetts Concord University is making a meaningful difference in the lives of its students, the surrounding communities, and beyond—a mission I'm eager to use all my energy and experience to support and advance. I look forward to working collaboratively with the faculty, staff, students, and the entire campus community to build on the university's strong foundation and help shape its future in the years to come. Dr. Meighen Dr. Meighen is a collaborative, data-driven decision maker dedicated to making higher education more accessible and enhancing the student experience at Concord. I look forward to working with her and supporting her as Concord University's 13th president. President Boggess The press release stated that President Boggess will stay at Concord University for one month as a presidential consultant to help with the change when Dr. Meighen starts on July 1, 2025. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
