The Kevin Stone Podcast

Ozark's Water Tax: What Your Vote Could Cost YouFifteen dollars a month or seventy dollars a month?That's the difference Ozark, Arkansas, residents could be facing in projected water-rate increases, depending on what happens with the November 3 sales tax vote.In this episode of The Kevin Stone Podcast, we're breaking down the proposed one-cent sales tax reappropriation and the city's estimated $22.29 million water improvement project.We'll explain what the proposed $18 million bond authorization means, why the city needs water infrastructure improvements, and how the existing sales tax could help reduce the amount residents pay through their monthly water bills.We'll also discuss why this isn't simply a question of whether we want to spend money. It's a question of how we're going to pay for improvements the city says are needed.I support the proposed reappropriation, but I believe every voter deserves the facts before making that decision.No fancy political language. Just a regular guy from Ozark trying to make sense of an issue that affects our community.Election Day: November 3, 2026.SOURCESUniversity of Arkansas — Local Ballot Issues:https://www.uaex.uada.edu/business-communities/ced-blog/posts/2026/august/arkansas-voters-have-local-ballot-issues-to-decide-in-november-2026-election.aspxThe Johnson County Graphic — Ozark Water Tax Coverage:https://www.thegraphic.org/2026/10/13/clarksville-ozark-voters-to-decide-on-taxes-for-water-issues/City of Ozark — Official Information:https://www.cityofozarkar.com/news/Ozark Water Department — Water Bond Information:https://www.cityofozarkwater.com/news-detail?item_id=43218All projected water-rate increases and project estimates are subject to change.The Kevin Stone PodcastIndependent Commentary. Unfiltered Opinions. Coffee Required.Find us on YouTube, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Spreaker.#TheKevinStonePodcast #OzarkArkansas #OzarkWaterTax #FranklinCounty #ArkansasRiverValley #LocalPolitics #WaterRates #Election2026

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The Earthquake I Completely Missed! | Arkansas Earthquake — October 17, 2026Well, apparently, the ground moved here in western Arkansas Saturday afternoon.And I missed the whole dang thing!On October 17, 2026, at approximately 4:47 p.m., a magnitude 2.1 earthquake was recorded about 10.7 miles southwest of Saint Paul, Arkansas.I didn't feel it. Didn't hear anything. Didn't even know it happened until I saw a Facebook post about it the next day.But that got me asking some questions.Why does Arkansas have earthquakes? What causes them? And could we ever experience a major earthquake here in the Arkansas River Valley?In this episode of The Kevin Stone Podcast, we take a look at Saturday's earthquake, explain what a magnitude 2.1 really means, explore Arkansas earthquake history and the famous New Madrid earthquakes of 1811–1812, and discuss some basic earthquake safety.It's a little local news, a little science, some Arkansas history, and the usual Kevin Stone perspective.Did you feel Saturday's earthquake?I'd love to hear from listeners around Ozark, Saint Paul, Franklin County, and the surrounding Arkansas River Valley.SOURCES & REFERENCESUniversity of Memphis — Central U.S. Earthquake Catalog (October 17 event):
https://folkworm.ceri.memphis.edu/REQ3/html/event_list.htmlU.S. Geological Survey — New Madrid Seismic Zone:
https://www.usgs.gov/programs/earthquake-hazards/new-madrid-seismic-zoneU.S. Geological Survey — Earthquake Safety:
https://www.usgs.gov/faqs/what-should-i-do-during-earthquakeCDC — Staying Safe During an Earthquake:
https://www.cdc.gov/earthquakes/safety/stay-safe-during-an-earthquake.htmlWATCH THE VIDEO VERSIONThe Kevin Stone Podcast on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/@realkevinstoneAlso available on Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Spreaker.Independent Commentary. Unfiltered Opinions. Coffee Required.#TheKevinStonePodcast #ArkansasEarthquake #OzarkArkansas #SaintPaulArkansas #FranklinCountyAR #ArkansasRiverValley #Earthquake #NewMadrid #ArkansasHistory #LocalNews

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Ozark Voters Deserved BetterHow can voters make informed decisions when they can't get the information they need?Following the October 14 mayoral candidate debate in Ozark, Arkansas, Kevin Stone shares his disappointment with the limited and difficult-to-hear video coverage available to residents who couldn't attend.With approximately seven minutes of accessible footage, incomplete questions and answers, and audio that was nearly impossible to hear, an important opportunity to inform voters appears to have been missed.In this episode of The Kevin Stone Podcast, Kevin discusses why accessible information matters, especially with Election Day approaching and major issues facing Ozark, including water infrastructure, city finances, and economic development.This isn't an attack on the candidates or event organizers. It's a conversation about transparency, civic responsibility, and giving every voter a fair opportunity to hear directly from the people asking for their vote.Because choosing our next mayor shouldn't come down to Facebook gossip, gas station conversations, or secondhand information.Have a complete, understandable recording of the debate? We'd love to know where to find it.The Kevin Stone Podcast — Real conversations, honest opinions, and a little common sense from the Arkansas River Valley.Find us on YouTube, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Spreaker.YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@realkevinstoneAn informed vote starts with good information.



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After a couple of quiet weeks, The Kevin Stone Podcast is getting back behind the microphone! Kevin explains what's been happening behind the scenes, including the construction of Studio A, new video production capabilities, and a renewed commitment to weekday audio episodes.Here's the new schedule:

• New audio episodes Monday through Friday.
• At least one YouTube video episode every Friday.
• More local coverage of Ozark, Franklin County, Russellville, and the Arkansas River Valley.

Kevin also previews an upcoming video explaining Ozark's proposed 1% sales and use tax changes and the city's water infrastructure needs.Find The Kevin Stone Podcast on YouTube, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Spreaker.YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@realkevinstone

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Justice and Government Control | The Kevin Stone PodcastCan you support the death penalty while still believing the government has too much power?That's the question we're tackling on this episode of The Kevin Stone Podcast.We're looking at the Army's planned execution of convicted Fort Hood shooter Nidal Hasan, the history of military executions, and why a firing squad is being considered instead of lethal injection.We'll also revisit the reported botched execution of Christa Pike in Tennessee and ask a question that deserves serious consideration: Just how much power should we trust the government with when someone's life is on the line?I support the death penalty, but I also believe in constitutional protections, accountability, and limits on government authority. Those principles shouldn't disappear just because someone has committed a terrible crime.And to lighten things up, we're closing the show with another ridiculous Top 10 countdown:Top 10 Things an Executioner Should NEVER Say in the Execution Chamber!Serious subjects, everyday common sense, and a little clean sarcasm. No Harvard degree required!Research and Sources:U.S. Army — Official News
https://www.army.mil/Death Penalty Information Center — Military Death Penalty
https://deathpenaltyinfo.org/state-and-federal-info/militaryDeath Penalty Information Center — Execution Methods
https://deathpenaltyinfo.org/executions/methods-of-executionFind The Kevin Stone Podcast on YouTube, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Spreaker.Hashtags:#TheKevinStonePodcast #JusticeAndGovernmentControl #DeathPenalty #MilitaryJustice #NidalHasan #ChristaPike #ConstitutionalRights #GovernmentAccountability #Top10 #CleanComedy #ArkansasPodcast

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Daylight Saving Time, should we keep changing the clocks? 


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Today Kevin talks about the failed execution of Christa Pike. 

Reasearch:

Tennessee Department of Correction — Christa Pike Execution

Tennessee Supreme Court — Christa Pike Case

U.S. Supreme Court — Francis v. Resweber

Associated Press — Christa Pike Execution Coverage

Tennessee Lookout — Gov. Lee Orders Execution Review

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This episode includes AI-generated content.

Kevin Introduces Video to The Kevin Stone Podcast

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This is my take on the Senate Hearing dealing with AI Flock Camera Concerns. Yes, my whole thoughts about Flock Camera's have changed. 

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I got to speak with Ozark Mayor Roxie Hall in a one on one interview about her time as Mayor of Ozark, Arkansas. 

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