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ASU-Beebe Abington Library to Host True Crime Week
Posted Date: 10/14/24

ASU-Beebe is excited to host a week of true crime speakers during the week of October 21–25. The series is free admission and will be held in the Abington Library, located at 204 N. Palm Street in Beebe.
True crime enthusiasts are invited to attend and explore a variety of notorious cases, as well as browse through an exclusive display of true crime books. 
On Monday, Oct. 21 at 10 a.m., Amber Bramlett and her podcasting partner, Lisa Ponson, will begin the week by discussing their podcast, “Unexplained Arkansas,” and sharing insights into some of the intriguing cases they have researched.
Then, on Tuesday, Oct. 22 at 11:30 a.m., Judge Dan Stidham, author of “A Harvest of Innocence,” will talk about the infamous West Memphis Three case. As the attorney for Jessie Misskelley Jr., one of the boys indicted, Stidham provides a first-hand account. A book signing will follow his presentation.
At 1 p.m. that afternoon, Rodney Harris, author of “Notorious Arkansas Swindler Dr. John Kizer,” will delve into the story of Dr. John R. Kizer, a physician whose greed and social status allowed him to evade detection in the 1920s and 1930s.
On Wednesday, Oct. 23 at 1 p.m., Janie Jones, author of “The Hitchhike Killer,” will explore the life of Arkansas native James Waybern “Red” Hall, a serial killer who confessed to murdering at least 24 people between 1938 and 1945.
Then, on Thursday, Oct. 24 at 12:30 p.m., JR Howard, a former Arkansas State Police investigator, will discuss crime scene investigation techniques and provide insights from his years of experience in law enforcement.
Finally, on Friday, Oct. 25 at 12:30 p.m., Kenneth Ray will present on H.H. Holmes, the infamous American con artist and serial killer who was active between 1891 and 1894.
Refreshments will be provided throughout the event series. Both true crime fans and casual listeners are encouraged to attend, as each session offers a unique look into some of history’s most compelling cases. 
For more information about the event series, contact Abington Library at (501) 882-8976.
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