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11/26/2025

TRAFFIC ADVISORY

Conway Police Department is currently on scene of an accident involving a train and a pedestrian in the area of Parkway Street and Mill Street.

Please avoid the area and use alternate routes while the scene is being processed and the investigation is underway. We will provide an update once more information becomes available.

Thank you for your cooperation!

11/26/2025

A Texas-based company was in Conway today to demonstrate their Campus Guardian Angels, drones that could be a new tool to combat school shootings.

11/22/2025

11/20/2025

Inmate Wayne Schutz is in custody at this time. He was recaptured without incident shortly after noon today, Thursday, November 20, 2025, in a remote area of Faulkner County near Mayflower.

Faulkner County Sheriff’s Office wishes to express our appreciation for the incredible coordinated effort between the Arkansas State Police, Faulkner County Sheriff’s Office, U.S. Marshals Service, and Department of Corrections Canine & Special Response Teams. We also appreciate the assistance of all other agencies involved with information sharing, communication, and coordination efforts. Finally, we appreciate our many citizens who shared information, checked security camera footage, and contacted authorities with tips.

Any questions or additional information regarding this case should be directed to the Arkansas Department of Corrections.

11/20/2025

The City of Conway, in partnership with the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), will hold a public hearing to present and discuss two project components of the larger Connect Conway initiative.

The first component proposes constructing 4.2 miles of off-street trails east of Interstate 40. The second component focuses on construction and upgrading 6.3 miles of bike and pedestrian facilities west of Interstate 40.

Together, these projects aim to improve connectivity, safety, and recreational opportunities for residents and visitors in Conway, Arkansas.

The in-person open-house hearing will be held Thursday, December 4, 2025 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Conway City Hall located at 1111 Main St, Conway, AR 72032. This public hearing will follow an open house format with no scheduled presentations. Community members are welcome to drop in at any time during the posted hours to explore displays, ask questions, and share feedback.

https://conwayarkansas.gov/conway-transportation-department/little-creek-trail-plaza-trailhead-public-hearing/

Public Comment Form
https://survey123.arcgis.com/share/910940f450be4da491156e2e4fd1e67d

Project Map
https://craftontull.maps.arcgis.com/apps/mapviewer/index.html?webmap=6d36811fa1014e0394b3c22c2fb3a1f4¢er=-92.43769045622014,35.09289977520101&scale=36111.909643

11/20/2025

On November 14, 2025, Conway Police Officers arrested 55-year-old George Edwards after responding to a call for service about a reported suspicious meeting involving a possible juvenile victim.

Upon arrival, officers made contact with Edwards and conducted their own investigation. After speaking with him and reviewing information on scene, officers developed probable cause to believe Edwards intended to meet someone he believed to be a 13 year old and had engaged in inappropriate sexual conversations prior to arriving.

Edwards was taken into custody without incident, interviewed by detectives, and transported to the Faulkner County Detention Center on felony charges related to the attempted sexual exploitation of a minor.

We are sharing this incident to raise awareness for parents and the community. Online communication continues to be a major avenue for offenders attempting to contact children. Please talk with your children about their online activity, know who they are interacting with, and report anything suspicious immediately.

If you ever suspect inappropriate contact with a minor, please contact the Conway Police Department.

11/19/2025

11/18/2025

Two Arrested for Felony Domestic Battery

On November 14, 2025, Conway Police responded to a residence at the request of DHS when they removed an 11-year-old from the home with severe bruising across the child's body. The investigation revealed the child had been forced to perform wall/air squats as punishment. When the child could not perform the punishment, they were then beaten with a belt.

As a result of the investigation, Veneta Meshelle Fricks and Kayla Nicole Fricks have been charged with Domestic Battery 2nd Degree (Felony C) and permitting the abuse of a minor (Felony D). DHS has taken custody of the children.

No further information will be released at this time.

11/17/2025

*****UPDATE****

Suspect in custody

Incident Update

On November 10, 2025, Conway Police received a phone report regarding a sexual assault that was reported to have occurred at Baptist Health, 1555 Exchange Ave.

Following the investigation, a warrant was issued for Guy Langley Peeples for R**e (Y Felony). Based on information developed during the case, the U.S. Marshals Service Eastern Arkansas Task Force is assisting in efforts to locate Peeples.

This remains an active and ongoing investigation. No further details will be released at this time.

11/17/2025

Guy Langley Peeples, a 65-year-old doctor from Conway, Arkansas, has been issued an arrest warrant for felony r**e and is listed as an international flight risk by the US Marshals Service.

11/16/2025

UPDATE: 5:45 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 16 -- Crews have completed repairs to the raw water line from Brewer Lake. Water quality stayed safe, and the system is back to normal operation. Thank you to everyone who helped by reducing nonessential water use while repairs were underway.
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Conway Corp water department crews are currently repairing a break in the raw water line that carries water from Brewer Lake to the Roger Q Mills Jr. Water Treatment Plant.

Water quality has not been affected, and your water remains safe for drinking.

To complete the repair, water flow from Brewer Lake to the plant will be shut down at 6 p.m. this evening (Saturday, November 15). Once the line is dewatered, welders will begin their work overnight.

There is no water curtailment in place right now, but depending on repair conditions, a curtailment may become necessary. As a precaution, any voluntary efforts to reduce nonessential water use such as delaying laundry, dishwashing or outdoor watering would be appreciated. This helps ensure we maintain adequate water levels while repairs are underway.

We appreciate your patience as our crews work quickly and safely to restore full system capacity.