The role of a law enforcement officer is more than enforcing the laws that govern communities, apprehending criminals and protecting citizens and property. In addition to risking their lives for those they vow to serve and protect, these dedicated men and women also reach out to help those they serve and improve the quality of life in their communities.
Twin Lakes Area residents are fortunate to have outstanding examples of law enforcement professionals and to be spared from the violence and unrest experienced in other parts of the country.
In an effort to show appreciation to all local law enforcement officers, KTLO, Classic Hits and The Boot are profiling Corporal Mychal Warno, one of the many fine examples of a dedicated police officer in the Twin Lakes Area.
A graduate of Mountain Home High School with a two year degree from ASU-Mountain Home in criminal justice, Warno says he knew from an early age he wanted to be a police officer.
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He began his law enforcement career as a jailer at the Baxter County jail 10 years ago before becoming a deputy in the patrol division. In 2009, he joined the Mountain Home Police Department where he serves in the patrol division.
Mountain Home Police Chief Carry Manuel describes Warno as a police officer who treats people with respect.
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Warno calls himself a family man, who enjoys spending time with his wife, Hayley, watching his five year old son, Jarrett, play baseball and volunteering in the community. Each year he joins other local law enforcement officers in the annual Shop with a Cop, taking underprivileged children Christmas shopping. He recently participated in Reading is Fundamental reading to kindergarteners in Mountain Home. A former board member of the Ozark Football Association, he referees youth football games.
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Probation Officer and District 7 Constable Eddie Elliott has been a friend of Warno’s for over 8 years. Elliott is also the founder of the Ozark Football Association which teaches area youth the game of football. He says Warno is passionate about the game.
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Warno believes it is important for all professions, not just members of law enforcement, to volunteer in the community.
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Warno and his family are members of Real Life Church and reside in Mountain Home.
Salute to Service, sponsored by ASC Warranty/Route 66 Extended Warranty, Twin Lakes Baptist Church, Danny Porter Century 21 LeMac Realty, Ashley Havens State Farm Agent, The Uniform Shoppe, Gilbert Realty Company, Baxter Insurance, Mountain Home Concrete, The Church, Kent P. Nachtigal MD General and Vascular Surgery, Century 21 LeMac Realty and KTLO, Classic Hits and The Boot are proud to honor Corporal Mychal Warno of the Mountain Home Police Department and all members of law enforcement for their service, dedication and contributions to our community.
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