🌱 Investigator Hired For Innovations Leaks + BOLO For Sex Offender

Hello, everybody! I'm back in your inbox this morning with your fresh copy of the Fort Smith Patch newsletter, fresh off the presses. Here's all the local news you need to know right now.

But first, your local weather:

• Friday: Mostly sunny. High: 94 Low: 71.
• Saturday: Partly sunny. High: 98 Low: 75.

Here are the top three stories in Fort Smith today:

1. Fort Smith Public Schools in Arkansas will hire an independent investigator to look into the leaks and flooding issues at the Peak Innovation Center, following a board meeting on Jun. 21. The school district aims to identify the cause of the leaks and find solutions for the facility. Additionally, the board discussed the resignation of former board president Dee Blackwell and is currently accepting applications for the vacant position until July 10. A new member is expected to be appointed by Jul. 17. (KNWA)
2. Authorities in Sebastian County are on the lookout for registered sex offender Cameron Carlos Santana, who cut off his GPS tracking device and is evading his parole officer. The Sebastian County Sheriff's Office, along with Arkansas Parole and Probation, are actively involved in the search and are in the process of obtaining an arrest warrant. If Santana is spotted, local law enforcement should be contacted immediately. (4029tv)
3. Four waste management workers from Fort Smith were honored by the local fire department for their heroic actions in saving an elderly woman during a house fire. The men quickly responded, moved the woman to safety, retrieved her oxygen tank, and called emergency services, earning them certificates of appreciation and special awards from the fire department. (KNWA)

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Today and tomorrow in Fort Smith:

Friday, June 23

• Storytime At Fort Smith Public Library – Miller Branch (10:00 AM)
• Ribbon Cutting At Local Tire And Wheel (12:00 PM)

Saturday, June 24

• RAM Saturdays At Fort Smith Regional Art Museum (12:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Don't miss the opportunity to catch Foreigner's Historic Farewell Tour on Jul. 14 and Lynyrd Skynyrd & ZZ Top's Sharp Dressed Simple Man Tour on Jul. 28 at the Walmart AMP. Tickets are still available for these exciting rock concerts. (Walmart AMP via Facebook)
• The United Way Touch-A-Truck event organized by the Fort Smith Police Department was a great success, with the community appreciating the trucks and available resources. The FSPD's commitment to community support and service was praised by attendees. (Fort Smith Police Department via Facebook)
• On the first day of summer, the police department sought help from the community to identify individuals or vehicles involved in recent incidents. It urges community members to contact their CID or the tipline with any information or tips. (Springdale Police Department via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Friday off right! I'll see you soon.

— Sean Peek

About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.