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3 days ago
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Pineville pair arrested in connection with child sexual abuse investigation
PINEVILLE, Ky. (FOX 56) — A Pineville man was arrested on Friday night on charges of sexually abusing a child, and a woman was arrested for allegedly trying to distract deputies while he tried to get away. The Bell County Sheriff's Department posted on Facebook that on the night of May 30, deputies working alongside Pineville police officers carried out a search warrant for Randall Storms, 35, of Pineville, stemming from allegations of 'sexual offenses against a minor under 12.' Kentucky man killed during Washington County tornado identified Law enforcement wrote on social media that before deputies saw Storms at a Mary Street residence, officers met Mary Hunter, 53, who allegedly told them no one else was home. Deputies said Hunter allegedly tried to distract law enforcement while Storms tried to run from deputies into the home. Storms and Hunter were both arrested and lodged in the Bell County Detention Center. Pineville pair arrested in connection with child sexual abuse investigation 1 arrested, 1 taken to hospital after stabbing near Danville boutique Lexington man escapes jail by claiming to be brother scheduled for release Storms was charged with: Kidnapping a minor First-degree rape – incapable of consent, physically helpless First-degree sexual abuse of a victim under age 12 Third-degree terroristic threatening Procuring or promoting the use of a minor by electronic means Hunter was charged with first-degree disorderly conduct, menacing, and second-degree hindering prosecution or apprehension. The sexual abuse investigation remains ongoing. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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3 days ago
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McDonald County Historical Society Museum celebrates re-opening
PINEVILLE, Mo. — The McDonald County Historical Society Museum in Pineville celebrated its grand re-opening with a ribbon-cutting this morning. The public got a look at some big changes for the 2025 season. A new, $200,000 elevator was installed over the December to May off-season, opening up the second-floor courtroom and classroom to visitors who aren't able to use the stairs. Historical Society members tell us it's a game changer. 'There'd be a whole family would come in, but one or two members may not be able to make it to the second floor. And so it was fun to talk to them while we were downstairs. But providing access to everyone so that everyone can make it up here to the second floor and learn a little bit more about the history of the county to remember some of the veterans who served from the county. I think that's huge,' said Nick Graves, McDonald County Historical Society Board Chair. 'This is a very special day for us, and we're so happy that we're going to be able to show it off now to the rest of the community and our visitors who come,' said Robin Chapman, McDonald County Historical Society President. Alongside the new elevator, the museum also renovated its displays. Doors will be open from 10 to 2 every Saturday until the Christmas parade in December. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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6 days ago
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NSU honors Dr. Karl Carpenter for 45-year career in education
NATCHITOCHES, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – Retiring Pineville High School Principal Dr. Karl Carpenter was awarded the Nth Degree by Northwestern State University, which honors individuals for an 'unselfish devotion to duty and the willingness to go the extra mile in meritorious service.' High school senior wins free car for perfect attendance Carpenter graduated from NSU in 1979 with a bachelor's degree in music education and earned his master's degree the following year. He became the band director of Oberlin High School before serving at Winnfield Senior High and Tioga High School, where he molded the band into one of central Louisiana's largest and most decorated through regional, state, and national awards. Carpenter eventually became Pineville High School's principal in 2007 and presented nearly 4,500 diplomas to graduating seniors over 18 years. He highlighted the importance of educating students as individuals, saying, 'They don't teach chemistry. They don't teach English. They don't teach American History. They teach people.' Outside of administration, Carpenter was also on the Louisiana Music Educators Association's (LMEA) board of directors for two decades. His time with LMEA saw him serve as president, band division chairman, orchestra division chairman, and district director, demonstrating his commitment to improving music education in Louisiana. NSU honors nursing student with $38K in scholarships 'Carpenter has been an important partner to NSU through the years,' a press release stated. 'He facilitated the Dual Enrollment offerings at Pineville to provide streamlined services to students that enabled them to obtain Associate of General Studies degrees, which became a model for other high schools. 'Pineville has been the #1 feeder school to NSU over the last five years and leads other schools in the state in AGS obtainment rates. He has also facilitated NSU visits with all seniors and juniors each year, providing access to NSU opportunities for Pineville students.' Carpenter was inducted into NSU's Hall of Distinguished Educators in 2010. The Louisiana House of Representatives passed House Resolution 171 to praise Carpenter on his retirement as principal of Pineville High School. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
