Welcome to episode 4 - Arkansas First up in Weird News, James brings us a story of possible Mothman sightings in Illinois. (3:10) Then in this week's main topic, we dive into the tale of Arkansas' Worst Mass Murder. Ronald Gene Simmons began a killing spree that would be the worst mass murder in Arkansas history and the worst crime involving one family in the history of the country. His rampage ended on December 28, 1987, leaving dead fourteen members of his immediate family and two former coworkers. (18:55) Finally, we have a personal encounter this week (34:15)

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