Arkansas
Brown’s Fumble Against Texas Shouldn’t Define Young Career
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Growing pains are part of life, especially in football where everything is nitpicked to death. The Razorbacks were desperately trying to stay in the game and moved the ball well in the second half on a stout Texas defense.
For true freshman wide receiver C.J. Brown, he was inserted into one of the biggest moments of his young career to keep the Razorbacks in a close one with rival Texas. When he caught the short pass and quickly gained yards toward the first down marker, big defensive lineman Alfred Collins swatted Brown’s arm to cause a fumble likely saving the Longhorns from embarrassment at Razorback Stadium.
“We believe in CJ. [Brown],” Arkansas coach Sam Pittman said after the game. “If they’re out there, we believe in him. We knew the ball was specifically going to go to him. We’ve ran it in practice and we believe in him. Just unfortunately it happened. And unfortunately the ball went to the hash and stayed inbounds, where their ball went out of bounds. But no, we believe in him. If he’s out there, we certainly believe in him. Just unfortunate he fumbled.”
One fumble or bad play should define a young man’s career for something that could’ve been avoided. Brown hadn’t seen game action since playing against Auburn two months ago and why he was inserted in that moment likely will never be told but luckily a moment like that can be forgotten.
Green told reporters after the game that Brown will be encouraged by him and teammates after his unfortunate fourth quarter fumble.
“Just encourage him,” Green said. “He has a bright future ahead. He’s a true freshman. Being thrown out there and we all make mistakes. It’s just how you respond to it. Try not to keep your head down. There’s brighter days ahead.”
The 2015 season saw couple of games where quarterback Brandon Allen missed a few throws against Toledo and Texas Tech which resulted in unfortunate losses. He rebounded to have one of the best senior seasons by any Razorbacks passer.
The Alex Collins fumble against Missouri in 2014, Ryan Mallett’s interception against Ohio State and Steve Atwater’s missed interception against Miami in 1988 are just some of many moments where one play didn’t define a career.
In 2004, Arkansas icon Matt Jones had a chance to defeat Texas for a second straight year as he led the Razorbacks’ offense down the field methodically. On fourth down with just over two minutes to go, the Longhorns punched the ball out and recovered to preserve an early season road victory.
That play didn’t define Jones’ legacy at Arkansas since most remember him for his heroics against Texas at Austin in 2003, seven overtime efforts against Ole Miss (2001) and Kentucky (2003) and Auburn (2001). Luckily, the Bentonville product has plenty of time to recover from his turnover as ball security has been the offensive unit’s biggest issue this season.
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LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — A bee swarm attack in Texas sent three people, including a firefighter, to the hospital this week, while Arkansas medical experts said most bee stings are not dangerous but can become life-threatening in certain cases.
Authorities in San Antonio said the three victims were hospitalized after being swarmed and stung by aggressive bees. Officials have not released details on what triggered the attack or the species involved.
Doctors in Arkansas said the biggest risk from a bee sting is not the sting itself, but a severe allergic reaction known as anaphylaxis.
“The concern when you have a bee sting is if you develop a severe allergic reaction called anaphylaxis,” said Dr. Garrett Lewis, chief medical officer at St. Vincent Infirmary.
Lewis said warning signs include throat swelling, difficulty breathing and feeling faint, which require immediate medical attention.
“If you’re experiencing any throat swelling or severe shortness of breath, you need to seek medical care immediately,” Lewis said.
He added that people who are stung multiple times may also be at risk even without a known allergy, because each sting introduces additional venom into the body.
In the event of a swarm, Lewis said the priority should be escaping the area as quickly as possible and removing any stingers once safe.
“Seek water, seek indoor,” Lewis said. “Once you’re away from the swarm, you want to make sure that you are removing any stingers that might still be in your skin.”
Lewis also said symptoms such as dizziness, nausea and widespread hives can indicate a serious reaction.
While the Texas incident resulted in hospitalizations, a recent swarm outside a Little Rock business ended without injuries after bees briefly gathered on a tree limb before being safely removed by a beekeeper.
Lewis said the best prevention is awareness of surroundings and understanding when medical care is needed after a sting.
CORNING, Ark. (KATV) — Regulatory Enforcement Agents with the Department of Finance and Administration, along with local police, seized a significant amount of illegal THC products from Pacific Green in Corning on Tuesday.
According to the DFA, more than a dozen agents joined the City of Corning Police in the day-long operation that resulted in two arrests.
DFA agents seized more than 25 pounds of illegal products consisting of flower, vapes, and edibles.
Owner Ben Bennett and employee Sharia Shipman were arrested and both charged with the following:
- Delivery of a Schedule VI controlled substance (Class D Felony)
- Possession of a Schedule VI controlled substance with the purpose to deliver (Class B Felony)
- Controlled substances – Offenses relating to records, maintaining premises (Class C Felony)
- Possession of drug paraphernalia (Class D Felony)
- Unauthorized use of another person’s property to facilitate certain crimes (Class C Felony)
Bennett’s bond was set at $150,000, while Shipman’s bond was set at $100,000.
“In addition to selling illegal products, investigators confirmed violations involving underage access at this location,” said David Potter, Director of the Regulatory Enforcement Division. “This retailer, which was located within 1,000 feet of a school, presented significant public health and safety concerns. We are proud to partner with the Corning Police Department in addressing these violations. We seized a substantial quantity of illegal products, including flower, vapes, edibles, and other items, during the operation. We appreciate the cooperation of local law enforcement and information received from the community that led to yesterday’s operation and stopped this blatant disregard of the law.”
Note: All suspects accused of a crime are presumed innocent unless proven guilty by a court of law.
The Department of Finance and Administration said Arkansans can use Apple Wallet to present their license or ID in person, online and in apps at select organizations, including at more than 250 Transportation Security
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