SUMMARY: Kentucky State Police are conducting a manhunt for 32-year-old Joseph Couch, who is suspected of shooting at cars along Interstate 75 in Laurel County, injuring five people who are expected to survive. The search has entered its third day, utilizing helicopters and drones. The mayor of London, Kentucky, described the situation as extremely dangerous, and an anonymous donor has offered a $10,000 reward for information leading to Couch’s capture. Prior to the incident, Couch sent a concerning text to a woman indicating intent to harm others and himself, prompting her to alert the police.

The manhunt continues for a suspect who opened fire on a Kentucky interstate highway on Saturday.

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SUMMARY: This week, multiple Interstate exit ramps will temporarily close as Arkansas officials test new wrong-way detection systems, part of a $55 million safety initiative aimed at preventing head-on collisions. The project, first reported in January, follows 21 recorded wrong-way incidents statewide. The system alerts drivers who mistakenly enter exit ramps, signaling them to turn around, while also notifying traffic management centers. If a driver continues the wrong way, State Police will intervene. Travelers will be warned via message boards. These overnight rolling closures will affect Interstate 630 East at Exits 6A and 6B through Thursday night.

The Arkansas Department of Transportation is testing newly installed wrong-way detection systems at multiple exit ramps this week— here’s what to know.

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SUMMARY: Wendy Peer, a dedicated teacher at Northside High School in Fort Smith, has spent 14 years in the same classroom, teaching American History and AP Government. Her passion for education stems from frequent relocations during her childhood, with school serving as a constant. Before teaching, she worked for over a decade in TV news, where she honed skills in managing deadlines and adapting to rapid changes—experience that proved invaluable during the COVID-19 pandemic. Recently recognized by the National Education Association Foundation with the 2025 Travelers Award for Teaching Excellence, Peer attributes her success to her fellow educators.

Fort Smith teacher receives national recognition for classroom excellence

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