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CLOVIS - The Clovis Police Department is investigating the Oct. 15 fire at the Arts Academy of Bella Vista playground as an arson.
The fire began when school was out of session, but did lead to the cancellation of classes Oct. 16 because of smoke.
Messages to the CPD requesting additional information on the investigation have not been returned.
Clovis Fire Chief Mike Nolen said police are handling the case.