iStock(LOS ANGELES) — West Coast lawmakers are lending a helping hand to New York and other states that are in desperate need of ventilators as the novel coronavirus spreads. California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Monday that he
ABC/Image Group LAFollowing her appearance last night during ACM Presents: Our Country, Miranda Lambert is reiterating an important message. Miranda delivered a lovely acoustic performance of her latest single, the heartwarming “Bluebird,” during the ACM special on Sunday night, and turned
ABC/Ida Mae AstuteGloria Estefan was asked by a doctor friend to help spread the word about the need for people to wear masks in public to stop the spread of COVID-19, and she responded in the best
iStock(NEW YORK) — John Pijanowski was not able to be with his dad, Donald John Pijanowski, in his final moments because doctors said the elder Pijanowski had COVID-19, the novel coronavirus. Pijanowski, a University of Arkansas professor,
iStock(NEW YORK) — As offices adjust amid the COVID-19 pandemic, courtrooms are one of many workplaces that have had to get inventive when it comes to getting their important and life-changing work done. The Parsons family has
Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson was joined by members of his cabinet to update citizens on the coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic on Monday. Listen to the address in full:
Credit: dhlovelifeIn recent weeks, Neil Young has been posting rare archival content, as well as new performance videos dubbed “Fireside Sessions,” on his Neil Young Archives website as a treat for fans sheltering at home because of
MCA NashvilleIn spite of the six-year gap between the release of Sam Hunt‘s debut album, Montevallo, and his follow-up album, Southside, the singer says he’s as inspired as ever. In a clip from Spotify’s enhanced album experience, “Sam Hunt Presents Southside,” the singer explains
ABC/Image Group LAKeith Urban and Kacey Musgraves will participate in the upcoming global online benefit concert One World: Together at Home. Presented by the World Health Organization and Global Citizen, artists from across the music spectrum are coming together to support
Global Citizen/World Health OrganizationAre you ready for another star-packed TV special featuring artists appearing from their homes? Paul McCartney, Elton John and Stevie Wonder are among the many famous music stars set to take part in One
ABC/Image Group LAIt appears that Luke Bryan is caught in a case of mistaken identity with another country superstar. The American Idol judge shared a photo on Instagram showing a humorous mix-up. In a screenshot from a news broadcast recapping his performance during Sunday night’s ACM Presents: Our Country, Luke’s
Allen Kee / ESPN Images(HOUSTON) — MLB star Justin Verlander and his wife, model Kate Upton, recently announced the generous way they are giving back amid the novel coronavirus pandemic. The Houston Astros pitcher and Upton will
A third Arkansas lawmaker has tested positive for the coronavirus. Rep. Les Warren said Monday he has tested positive and is self isolating at home. Warren is the third lawmaker to test positive since the Legislature met
Vanderbilt University Medical CenterThomas Rhett and Craig Morgan are among the country artists this week who are sending Gratitunesto the staff at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Thomas will be joined by Sara Evans, Lindsay Ell, Walker Hayes and many others in performing an uplifting song
The COVID-19 pandemic has had an affect on most businesses in the United States and is now impacting healthcare workers in Mountain Home. Baxter Regional Medical Center (BRMC) announced a number of moves Monday morning to ease
CMTActress and singer Rita Wilson has been selected as the host of CMT GIANTS Kenny Rogers: A Benefit for MusiCares. The special serves as a musical celebration of life for the late singer and raises money for MusiCares’ COVID-19 Relief Fund and
ABC/Mark LevineJoan Jett and her band The Blackhearts are all self-quarantining, but that hasn’t stopped them for putting together some rocking performance videos for their fans who are stuck at home too because of the coronavirus pandemic.
Comstock/ThinkstockOn this date in 1998, we lost the legendary performer who was known as the “First Lady of Country Music.” Known for hits like “Stand By Your Man” and “D-I-V-O-R-C-E,” she was 55 at the time of
The city park in Yellville has been shutdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic. City officials say all restrooms are locked and out of service, all facilities are closed and daily sanitation efforts have been discontinued until further
Kameleon007/iStock(DETROIT) — A Detroit bus driver who urged his community to take coronavirus precautions seriously died of the virus, and now his family has extended his battle cry. “I promise you, you do not want to be
ABC News(NEW YORK) — Up to 5 inches of rain fell over the weekend in southern California in Santa Barbara County causing some localized flooding. In the city of Santa Barbara, a daily record rainfall on Sunday
A minor earthquake was reported in Fulton County Sunday night at 9:39 according to the United States Geological Survey. The tremor was centered 7.3 miles northwest of Cherokee Village or about 43 miles east of Mountain Home
Norman SeeffRemember when Taylor Swift was the “mega-mentor” for the Knockout Rounds of The Voice? Well, now the guy she was named after is serving that same function. Billboard confirms that Rock and Roll Hall of Famer
ABC/Image Group LAAs Americans embark on another week of self-isolation, Shania Twain has a couple recommendations on how to pass the time — all of them enticing book titles. The country singer on Saturday showed off the mountain of books
A 14-year-old girl has been killed in an accidental shooting in Baxter County. Baxter County Sheriff John Montgomery says the shooting Friday evening claimed the life of the girl who is from Jonesboro. The shooting occurred at
Baxter Regional Medical Center’s update for Monday includes Barney Larry, vice president of Business Development and executive director of the Baxter Regional Hospital Foundation; Stephanie Free, infection preventionist; and Tobias Pugsley, director of Marketing. Among the items
kali9/iStock(CHESTER, Pa.) — A 7-year-old boy has been shot in the face and killed in a barrage of bullets during a drive-by shooting. The incident occurred Sunday in Chester, Pennsylvania, at around 9 p.m. in the evening.
Jeremy Sutton-Hibbert/Getty ImagesDuran Duran bassist John Taylor is on the mend after contracting COVID-19. The 59-year-old revealed his diagnosis in a candid Facebook post on Sunday. “DEAR FRIENDS OF MINE after giving some thought to this, I have decided to share
ABC/CRAIG SJODINElton John just keeps on giving by launching a $1 million fund to aid with COVID-19. “I’m so pleased to announce that my foundation is launching a new COVID-19 emergency fund today,” he said in his announcement. “For
rclassenlayouts/iStock(NEW YORK) — As Christians and Jews begin their holiest week of the year, some theologians say that they’re afraid not enough is being done to keep people safe from the coronavirus. While most major religious groups
ABC News(WASHINGTON) — Anyone on Department of Defense property, installations or facilities must wear a cloth face covering when they cannot maintain 6 feet of social distance in a public area or work centers, according to a
MivPiv/iStock(NEW YORK) — Some inmates at Alabama state prison facilities asking for help amid the novel coronavirus pandemic highlighted what they described as broader threats inside the U.S. prison system. “It’s fixin’ to be a mass grave
narvikk/iStock(NEW YORK) — A global pandemic of the novel coronavirus has now killed at least 9,648 people in the United States. The United States is, by far, the hardest-hit country with more than 337,000 diagnosed cases of
Academy of Country MusicThe show must go on, and on Sunday night, it did, though the CBS special that aired was much different than the one the Academy of Country Music originally planned. Once the COVID-19 pandemic made
Ian Dickson/RedfernsMarianne Faithfull has been hospitalized in London and is being treated for the COVID-19 virus, her rep confirmed to Rolling Stone on Friday. A statement posted Saturday on the 73-year-old British singer and actress’ official website reads, “Marianne has tested positive
earMUSICDeep Purple‘s new studio album will be whooshing into fans’ hands a bit later than originally planned because of the coronavirus pandemic. The release of album, titled Whoosh!, has been pushed back from June 12 to August
Yep Roc RecordsNick Lowe and the wrestling-mask-wearing surf-rock band Los Straightjackets will release a new collaborative EP titled Lay It on Me on June 5. The four-song collection is the third EP that Lowe and Los Straightjackets
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockCarly Pearce is set to perform a virtual show tomorrow night via Instagram Live. You can tune in to watch at 7:30 ET. Tenille Townes hosted a multi-artist virtual group performance of the late Bill Withers’ “Lean on Me” last
During his regularly scheduled press conference Monday to update the state on COVID-19, Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson is expected to provide an update on schools in the state. Talk Business Arkansas reports Hutchinson will discuss an updated
Photo: Cars wait in a line to pick up meals Friday afternoon at Arkansas State University-Mountain Home at the Salvation Army/Mountain Home CARES event which provided more than 400 meals to members of the public who were
Photo: Ronald Alexander Branscum A threatening voicemail message led law enforcement inside and outside the Mountain View Walmart Tuesday, as well as on the roadways, looking for vehicles belonging to the individual who allegedly made the phone
The Humane Society of North Central Arkansas is again being recognized nationally for its success in its mission to save pets’ lives. The local no-kill shelter has received a $10,000 grant from the Petco Foundation to extend
Photo: Robert Dean Penny The re-trial of 62-year-old Robert Dean Penny, charged with first-degree murder in the shooting death of his landlord, has been delayed. A jury trial had been set for later this month, but was
Circuit court jurors in Marion County will not need to report for several months. County and Circuit Clerk Dawn Moffet says jury members in Marion County will not need to report until July 13 at 9 a.m.
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) – Missouri reported 10 more COVID-19 deaths on Sunday, health officials said 34 people had died from the disease, up from 24 reported on Saturday. A database operated by Johns Hopkins University was
Maksim Tkachenko(NEW YORK) – West Virginia became the last state in the country to record a positive case of COVID-19, and the percent of positive tests are lower compared to other states. Residents, however, are still expressing
LITTLE ROCK, Ark, (AP) – The number of coronavirus cases in Arkansas has risen to at least 830 and COVID-19 deaths increased to 16, state health secretary Dr. Nathaniel Smith said Sunday. The numbers are up from
Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson was joined by members of his cabinet to update citizens on the coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic on Sunday. Click below to listen to the entire address:
iStock(LOS ANGELES) — An intensifying and complex storm system is bringing some bands of heavy rain and some mountain snow to parts of northern and central California this morning. This is only the beginning of significant mountain
The following are links to the top stories of the week on ktlo.com. Sex offender moves to Baxter County from Arizona (3-29) Walker discovers body, 2 in custody (4-1) Top coronavirus stories: BRMC COVID-19 Thursday update: How
iStock(NEW YORK) — The death toll amid the novel coronavirus pandemic continues to skyrocket as more than 8,500 people in the United States have died from COVID-19 as of Sunday morning, a day after the U.S. recorded
A former St. Louis Cardinal has a public service announcement on YouTube. David Freese’s message on the importance of social distancing can be found on the Missouri Department of Transportation’s channel. Freese can be seen in the
As the Mountain Home School District remains closed due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, parents might have questions on where to trade in a digital device or how to access an online resource, and students might have
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to interrupt all aspects of our lives including health care, Baxter Regional Medical Center (BRMC) has expanded its telemedicine options to serve the needs of the communities where it has a presence.Providers
A Baxter Regional Health System Hometown Clinic is now open in Mammoth Spring, and Leslie Batterton, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) is taking new patients. With a focus on wellness and preventative medicine, the Hometown Clinic at
Photo: April Hrenko A woman reported missing in Marion County has been located. A post Saturday evening on the Marion County Sheriff’s Facebook states April Hrenko had been found and is safe. Hrenko had been reported missing
The year 2022 will mark the 50th anniversary of the Buffalo National River, and a committee of National Park Service staff and members of the Buffalo National River Partners is seeking the public’s assistance in commemorating the
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) – An Arkansas church that officials had accused of disregarding restrictions on large group gatherings amid the coronavirus pandemic has agreed to comply with the rules, Gov. Asa Hutchinson said Saturday. Officials had
Governor Asa Hutchinson and other state officials provided another update on Arkansas’s coronavirus situation Saturday afternoon, and during the press conference, some incorrect information was given on a portion of the Twin Lakes Area. Arkansas Secretary of
As hospitals in some parts of the country are desperately seeking specifically trained healthcare professionals, COVID-19 is leading others to cut staffing, including one nearby facility. Officials with North Arkansas Regional Medical Center (NARMC) in Harrison say
Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson was joined by members of his cabinet to update citizens on the coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic on Saturday. Click below to listen to the entire address:
Today I want to discuss the steps we have taken together to fight the coronavirus called COVID-19. Since March 11, the day I signed the Executive Order that declared a public health emergency, our public health team
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) – Missouri is asking medical professionals who are not working to join a specialized state team that responds to critical health emergencies. “We are calling on all available medical professionals to support the
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) – An Arkansas church that insisted it would continue meeting despite restrictions implemented by officials due to the coronavirus will be ordered to suspend large group gatherings, according to Gov. Asa Hutchinson. The
Leonsbox/iStock(NEW YORK) — A federal detention center at the epicenter of the coronavirus pandemic in New York City has no in-house ability to test sick or high-risk inmates for COVID-19, according to a letter from the jail’s top official
ABC News(NEW YORK) — A powerful Nor’easter remains lurking well offshore of the northeast coastline. It backed westward on Friday, somewhat closer to the shoreline and as a result, gusty winds, large waves, some heavy rain and
polybutmono/iStock(DETROIT) — At a community event in Detroit earlier this month in which a number of Detroit Police Department officers were present, the moderator of that event later tested positive for COVID-19. Although it isn’t certain, Detroit Police
Maksim Tkachenko(NEW YORK) — The death toll amid the novel coronavirus pandemic continues to skyrocket as more than 7,000 people in the United States have died from COVID-19. There are at least 278,458 diagnosed cases in the U.S. and more
Photo: Courtesy KATV When Eddie Sutton’s phone rang on Friday, it was the call so many of his former players have campaigned hard for him to receive. The legendary coach will be enshrined in the Naismith Memorial
Photo: Courtesy 247Sports Arkansas State defensive end William Bradley-King entered the transfer portal Friday morning, a source told 247Sports. He’ll have one year of eligibility remaining. “First and foremost, I would like to thank my coaches, teammates,
The outbreak of the coronavirus has dealt a shock to the global economy with unprecedented speed. Arkansas-based Walmart says it will now allow no more than five customers for each 1,000 square feet at a given time,
Photo: MPHS transportation personnel load buses to deliver meals to area children during the school closure for COVID-19. Photo: Submitted The Food Service and Transportation departments at Mountain Home Public Schools (MHPS) prepared and delivered more than
Photo: Cars wait in a line to pick up meals Friday afternoon at Arkansas State University-Mountain Home at the Salvation Army/Mountain Home CARES event which provided more than 400 meals to members of the public who were
The Arkansas Hunger Relief Alliance has announced the recipients of its 2020 Capacity Building Grants, and $25,884 are going to support agencies within the Food Bank of North Central Arkansas’s service area. A total of over $188,000
Courtesy of Isma Zubair(ASHBURN, Va.) — A 7-year-old in Virginia has found a special way to show his appreciation to the hospital workers fighting on the front lines to save patients from COVID-19. Zohaib Begg of Ashburn,
Arkansas State University-Mountain Home (ASUMH) has announced the postponement of its 2020 commencement exercises due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The announcement came Friday afternoon.Chancellor Robin Myers says the move is only a postponement, and the traditional May
Credit: Scotty HillHot Tuna and ex-Jefferson Airplane guitarist Jorma Kaukonen is joining the ranks of musicians who are treating fans to live streaming performances during the COVID-19 pandemic. The veteran rocker will play a concert at his
Photo: Courtesy nwaonline.com BENTONVILLE, Ark. (AP) – Missouri highway officials approved a plan to complete the remaining five miles of the Bella Vista Bypass, also known as the Interstate 49 Missouri/Arkansas Connector. Bella Vista is the only
barbaraaaa/iStock(NEW YORK) — As the American death toll from the novel coronavirus continues to rise, pressure to impose a nationwide stay-at-home order mounts. President Trump has resisted calls to issue a nationwide stay-at-home directive, despite task force
(JEFFERSON CITY, MO) – Building on Missouri’s efforts to control, contain and combat COVID-19, Missouri Governor Mike Parson issued a statewide “Stay Home Missouri” Order effective beginning at 12:01 a.m. on Monday until 11:59 p.m. on Friday,
(JEFFERSON CITY, MO) Building on Missouri’s efforts to control, contain and combat COVID-19, Missouri Governor Mike Parson issued a statewide “Stay Home Missouri” Order effective beginning at 12:01 a.m. on Monday until 11:59 p.m. on Friday,
(JEFFERSON CITY, MO) – Building on Missouri’s efforts to control, contain and combat COVID-19, Missouri Governor Mike Parson issued a statewide “Stay Home Missouri” Order effective beginning at 12:01 a.m. on Monday until 11:59 p.m. on Friday,
(JEFFERSON CITY, MO) Building on Missouri’s efforts to control, contain and combat COVID-19, Missouri Governor Mike Parson issued a statewide “Stay Home Missouri” Order effective beginning at 12:01 a.m. on Monday until 11:59 p.m. on Friday,
Mike Coppola/Getty ImagesIn the wake of the sad news announced today that Bill Withers died Monday of heart complications at age 81, a variety of other well-known music artists have posted tributes to the legendary pop/R&B singer
Horse of Troy Productions, Inc. Earlier this week, Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood staged a live concert from their home recording studio. Called Garth & Trisha Live!, the hour-long acoustic set list was constructed entirely from fan requests. The special aired on
Photo: Mallory Vinson Mountain Home Police have arrested a woman who was reportedly waving a pistol at Murphy USA near Walmart Friday afternoon just before 3. According to the probable cause affidavit, 29-year-old Mallory Vinson of Mountain
Medios y Media/Getty ImagesChristopher Cross is the latest musician to reveal that he’s tested positive for the COVID-19 coronavirus. In a lengthy posting on Facebook, the Grammy-winning singer of hits like “Sailing” and “Ride Like the Wind”
Matthew Berinato / Yu Tsai Kane Brown and John Legend on Friday debuted the music video for their new duet, “Last Time I Say Sorry.” The two artists are co-directors on the project, and recorded footage from their homes while
Photo: April Hrenko Marion County law enforcement is seeking the public’s help in locating a missing woman who went hiking with friends Thursday.A Marion County Sheriff’s Office Facebook post notes April Hrenko was hiking in the Crystal
ABC/Image Group LAKeith Urban is self-quarantined at home during the COVID-19 pandemic, but the singer says he’s making the most of the unexpected downtime. “It’s early days, still, in a lot of ways, but it’s been a very
HARRISONVILLE, Mo. (AP) – The Cass County Sheriff’s Office says three people are charged with robbing and assaulting a woman Thursday in a Kansas City, Missouri-area cemetery. Prosecutors charged 32-year-old Harrisonville resident Maggie Jestice, 31-year-old Lancaster, Kansas
Photo: Gary Gipson A registered sex offender residing in Marion County has been charged in connection with “preaching” through a Facebook page not registered with the sheriff’s office. According to the probable cause affidavit filed Thursday, 60-year-old
The City of Mountain Home will not allow garage sales or 30-day sales permits until further notice, according to an announcement made Friday afternoon.The city says the move was made in an attempt to stay in the
NEW YORK (AP) – Just when Americans need it most, a U.S. newspaper industry already under stress is facing an unprecedented new challenge.Readers desperate for information are more reliant than ever on local media as the coronavirus
COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) – The number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Missouri topped 2,000 on Friday, with the state’s hardest-hit county taking new measures to try and slow the spread of the pandemic.The state health department reported
ABC/Image Group LACarrie Underwood and her husband, former hockey pro Mike Fisher, are encouraging fans to practice social distancing in a new video shared to social media. The clip shows the couple at home, with Carrie showing her Music City
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) – Arkansas lawmakers will meet as planned for this year’s legislative session amid the coronavirus outbreak, but leaders hope to wrap up work in less than two weeks, the state Senate’s president said
Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson was joined by members of his cabinet to update citizens on the coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic on Friday. Click below to listen to the entire address:
ABC/Rick RowellGreen Day has dropped a surprise new EP, Otis Big Guitar Mix. The collection includes alternate mixes of three songs from the punk trio’s 2012 ¡Uno! and ¡Dos!: “Lazy Bones,” “Wild One” and “Oh Love.” You can download the EP now
CMTThe 2020 CMT Awards, originally scheduled for June 3, will now take place on October 14. The postponement comes in light of the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic, as well as the tornadoes that ravaged middle Tennessee and Nashville
Gonzo MultimediaAmerica will celebrate its 50th anniversary by releasing a career-spanning eight-disc box set titled Half Century in early June that features a treasure trove of unreleased audio and video. The collection boasts seven CDs featuring rare
Curb Records Lee Brice is headed back to country radio this month with a brand-new song, “One of Them Girls.” The tune will be available beginning April 10. The song was the product of a “emergency songwriting session”
Sony MusicLoretta Lynn puts a new spin on Patsy Cline’s 1961 classic “I Fall to Pieces” on a new recording of the song that’s tied to her forthcoming book, Me & Patsy Kickin’ Up Dust. It’s a special song to
ABC/Randy Holmes; Mary McCartney/MPL CommunicationsElton John and Paul McCartney are among the British celebrities who have taken part in a new video salute to the U.K.’s National Health Service for the work it’s doing during the COVID-19
At least 27 long-term care facilities in Missouri have at least one resident or employee who has tested positive for the coronavirus but getting more information is a challenge. The St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports that Department of
Authorities say a 79-year-old woman has died in a house fire in southwest Missouri, along with two cats and a dog. KYTV reports that the Taney County Coroner identified the victim as Betty Sinson. The Western Taney
The Chiefs and wide receiver Sammy Watkins have agreed on a restructured one-year contract that gives the franchise much-needed salary cap relief. That’s according to a person familiar with the deal who spoke with The Associated Press
ABC/Image Group LAOld Dominion teamed up with Jason Schneidman, a celebrity groomer who also cuts hair for the homeless, for the music video for their latest single, “Some People Do.” Jason’s connection to helping those in need is personal:
Bill Withers performing in 1972; Michael Putland/Getty ImagesBill Withers, whose soulful hits such as “Lean on Me” and “Ain’t No Sunshine” earned him induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, has died of heart complications,
ROLLA, (Mo.) – Mark Twain National Forest is taking the risks associated with the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak seriously. For the safety of our visitors and employees, changes have been made so that we can continue to
Capt. Brett Crozier, commanding officer of the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71), gives remarks during an all-hands call on the flight deck, Dec. 15, 2019.Seaman Alexander Williams/U.S. Navy, FILE(NEW YORK) — Videos have emerged on
The Dallas Cowboys are taking a chance on another suspended defensive end, signing Aldon Smith to a contract while his playing status in the NFL is uncertain. A person with direct knowledge of the deal said Smith
Mascot Label GroupFormer Whitesnake guitarist Adrian Vandenberg recently announced that he’s relaunched a new version of his namesake band, Vandenberg, and now plans for a new studio album by the group have been unveiled. The 10-track collection,
Courtesy of RividiaRick Springfield, Richard Marx and many more artists are performing on an upcoming Facebook Live benefit concert later this month. Called Human to Human, the 12-hour event will raise money for COVID-19 relief. It starts
Comstock/ThinkstockOn this date in 1971, two of country music’s best-loved duet partners hit #1 on the charts with their song, “After the Fire is Gone.” Can you name them? ANSWER: Loretta Lynn and Conway Twitty. Copyright © 2020, ABC Audio.
Al Powers / ESPN Images(NEW YORK) — Tom Brady is one of the many athletes giving back during the novel coronavirus pandemic. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback announced he is donating 10 million meals to Feeding America
CasPhotography/iStock(DETROIT) — A bus driver in Detroit, who had complained about a passenger coughing without covering her mouth and feared people were not taking the novel coronavirus pandemic seriously, has died after contracting the virus, officials said.
Norman SeeffJames Taylor was supposed to have started a tour with Jackson Browne next month, but like most artists worldwide, he’s been forced to postpone it due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In addition, James’ June 21 show
Jason KempinMiranda Lambert began her 2020 Wildcard Tour back in January, but in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, she’s putting the brakes on the final batch of show dates. The singer’s tour was scheduled to resume in late April with
33ft/iStock(NEW YORK) — Sammy Watkins is reportedly staying put in Kansas City. A source tells ESPN the 26-year-old wide receiver has agreed to restructure his contract with the Chiefs. The new deal includes a no-trade clause and
ABC News(NEW YORK) — There was record snowfall in the Upper Midwest Thursday. In Grand Forks, North Dakota, almost 10 inches fell and Fargo, North Dakota, received almost 5 inches of snow. Wyoming saw the largest amount
Baxter Regional Medical Center’s Friday update on COVID-19 includes Ron Peterson, president and CEO; Barney Larry, VP/Business Development and executive director, Baxter Regional Hospital Foundation; Stephanie Free, infection preventionist; and Tobias Pugsley, director of Marketing. Among the
marcusamelia/iStock(NEW YORK) — In rural upstate New York, it takes up to two weeks to find out test results for the novel coronavirus. Personal protective equipment is sparse. And there’s no medical facility with an intensive care
suratoho/iStock(NEW YORK) — Nearly four million gun background checks were performed last month, the highest number since the federal government began tracking them, the FBI said. And gun safety advocates say they’re worried there isn’t enough being
Nick Gilpin, system medical director for infection prevention at Beaumont Health in Michigan. (ABC News)(DETROIT) — With rapidly increasing cases of the novel coronavirus in Michigan beginning to overwhelm the hospital system, one Detroit doctor says he’s
narvikk/iStock(NEW YORK) — A pandemic of the novel coronavirus has now infected more than a million people across the globe, a quarter of whom are in the United States. The new respiratory virus, which causes an illness
ABC/Image Group LA Ashley McBryde‘s much-anticipated sophomore album arrives today, featuring eleven cuts, including the defiant title track, “Never Will.” The Arkansas native recalls the song came to life on an especially productive day. “It started out
R.E.M. in 1983; Paul Natkin/Getty ImagesForty years ago this Sunday, April 5, four University of Georgia students — Michael Stipe, Peter Buck, Mike Mills and Bill Berry — played their first concert together as band, at a
Jim Spellman/Getty ImagesAfter a decade together, Colbie Caillat and her fiance, Justin Kawika Young, have decided to end their relationship — but they’ll continue working together. In an Instagram post, the couple writes, “This is difficult for
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockAXS TV will round up all the highlights from Willie Nelson’s Farm Aid 2019 in a two-and-a-half-hour TV special premiering on April 12 at 8PM ET. The show will feature performances from Bonnie Raitt, Neil Young, John Mellencamp and, of course, Willie
Photo: Members of the Mountain Home City Council practiced social distancing at Thursday’s meeting by leaving their normal seating arrangements to protect against the spread of the coronavirus. The Mountain Home City Council repealed the trio of
Photo: The driver a pickup truck was arrested after fleeing the scene before authorities arrived. He was arrested a short time later, uninjured, after officers were made aware he had active warrants from both Taney County and
Schools are closed, businesses shuttered, restaurant dining rooms off limits, industrial plants idled and million of people are sheltering in place. It’s all part of the “new normal” made necessary by the COVID-19 pandemic. But, people in
Former baseball All-Star Jim Edmonds says he tested positive for the new coronavirus and for pneumonia. Edmonds says in a video posted on Instagram that he is symptom free now and doing “really well.” He thanked people
O’FALLON, Mo. (AP) – Former Missouri Gov. Eric Greitens has re-emerged after nearly two years out of the public eye, fueling speculation that his resignation after a tawdry scandal hasn’t killed his political aspirations. He won’t run
ABC/Image Group LAGreen Day has announced the rescheduled dates for the group’s tour of Asia, which was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The original outing was set to kick off this part March. It will now launch
CMTLionel Richie, Michael McDonald and Dolly Parton are among the artists participating in CMT GIANTS Kenny Rogers: A Benefit for MusiCares. The special will premiere April 8 on CMT at 8 p.m. ET and an encore presentation
Amy Shircel(NEW YORK) — Amy Shircel thought she had a nasty cold. The 22-year-old is healthy, active and well below the age considered high risk for novel coronavirus. Then, Shircel’s fever shot up to 102. She began
Derek Brumby/iStock(BOSTON) — The number of deaths at a Massachusetts health care facility for veterans continued to rise amid the novel coronavirus crisis, with at least 18 residents reported dead as of Thursday afternoon, state officials said.
A former Missouri state patrol trooper who was driving a boat when an Iowa man fell out and drowned has received the last payment of a financial settlement he reached with the state. In February, Anthony Piercy
GreenRoom PR‘90s-inspired goofball group the Hot Country Knights will make a virtual appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon: At Home Edition on Thursday night to debut “The USA Begins With Us.” The band’s homage to patriotism comes off of
Photo: In this Wednesday photo, nurse Mandy Stuckey reaches into a patient’s vehicle window to do a COVID-19 test as fellow nurse Tonya Green, right, looks on at the drive-thru COVID-19 testing site at New Life Church
US Navy(NEW YORK) — The captain of the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt, is being relieved of duty over the leak of his letter which requested that most of his ship’s crew of 5,000 be taken off
Photos: (from left) Caleb William Nance and William Dean Nance The suspect charged with first-degree murder in a Marion County homicide allegedly told investigators he shot the victim, after 49-year-old Jerry Don Hensley pointed a gun at
Show Dog RecordsToby Keith promises a tipsy and rollicking good time in his next song, “What’s Up Cuz,” which the singer will drop on Friday. At just under two minutes long, the new song will be a brief
Rick Guest/Interscope RecordsThe Who recently postponed all its 2020 tour dates because of the COVID-19 pandemic, but Pete Townshend says having to forgo performing and shelter in place is allowing him time to work on various music
ABC News(SEATTLE) — A Seattle-area nursing home that became the epicenter of the coronavirus outbreak in Washington could face $611,000 in fines and possible loss of government funding for violating federal guidelines put in place to stop
Radio DisneyJanet Jackson had a very emotional response to a recent viral video and revealed some shocking details about herself in the process. On Tuesday, the 53-year-old singer took a moment to share a heartwarming video showcasing one
ABC/Image Group LAMatt Stell notched a major milestone on Wednesday, when he got the news that his debut single, “Prayed for You,” had gone platinum. However, in the midst of a global pandemic and given that it also
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) – Andy Reid is like most people these days. The Kansas City Chiefs coach is hunkered down in his basement, trying to avoid going out in public as he works from a makeshift
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) – Smaller local governments are issuing stay-at-home orders to slow the spread of the coronavirus in Missouri, where the governor hasn’t issued a statewide order.Such orders took effect more than a week ago
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) – House Speaker Matthew Shepherd said Thursday state Rep. Vivian Flowers has tested positive for the coronavirus.Flowers is the second lawmaker to test positive for the virus, following state Rep. Reginald Murdock on
Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson was joined by members of his cabinet to update citizens on the coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic on Thursday. Click below to listen to the entire address:
ABC/Image Group LAKeith Urban takes his song to soaring new heights in the music video for “God Whispered Your Name,” a clip that puts a visual spin on the song’s message of hope and redemption. The video starts
Courtesy of Morrison Hotel GalleryAcclaimed rock photographer Neal Preston, known for shooting classic pics of Led Zeppelin, Queen, The Who and many other famous music artists, will take part in a live online Q&A today as part
ABC News(SALEM, Oregon) — William “Bill” Kelly, a 95-year-old veteran of WWII 2 who also lived through the Great Depression has added another accomplishment to his name after contracting the novel coronavirus, COVID-19, and beating it. “I
ABC/Image Group LAAfter news broke last weekend that nineties hitmaker Joe Diffie had died of complications of the COVID-19 coronavirus, fans showed an outpouring of support. And it didn’t go unappreciated. The singer’s widow, Tara, recently touched base on social media to
Credit: Kate IzorRoger Waters has recorded an updated version of “The Right to Live in Peace,” a protest song by late Chilean folk singer, poet and communist activist Victor Jara, who was tortured and killed in 1973
The Arkansas Sports Media High School Basketball Super Teams have been announced. The selections for Super Team are voted on by a panel of sportswriters, sportscasters and other sports media from around the state for the 2019-20
CMTA new TV special will spotlight the life and legacy of Kenny Rogers, who died on March 20. The show, premiering next Wednesday night on CMT, is called CMT GIANTS Kenny Rogers: A Benefit for MusiCares. A star-studded roster
G.COM, LLC Country superstar couple Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood staged a special live concert on Wednesday night, delivering a request-packed, hour-long acoustic set. The pair played live from their home recording studio. The set list was compiled entirely from fan suggestions,
The Mountain Home City Council will consider repealing three ordinances Thursday night that established a special election in May concerning construction of the Mountain Home Community Complex.The meeting is slated for 6 p.m. in the council chambers
The Buffalo National River has been closed to recreational use until further notice due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The closure includes the Buffalo River, trails, open spaces and campgrounds. The closure is in direct response to guidance
An undated photo shared by the City of Tallahassee in Florida shows RVs set up to house utility workers during the COVID19 pandemic.- (City of Tallahassee)(NEW YORK) — Think how much worse this coronavirus crisis would be
Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for The Rainforest Fund; Cindy Ord/Getty Images for POPSUGAR Play/GroundFollowing his breakup with Meg Ryan last year, John Mellencamp appears to have found a new romantic partner. E! News reports that the 68-year-old Rock
Comstock/ThinkstockOn this date in 2005, this country superstar released her debut album, Kerosene. The project debuted at number one on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart and the title track was a top 15 hit. Can you name her? ANSWER: Miranda Lambert.
LaserLens/iStock(WASHINGTON) — More than 12,000 people applied to be a member of NASA’s next class of astronauts, which has plans to send the first woman to the Moon by 2024 and first humans to Mars in the
Kameleon007/iStock(NEW YORK) — Hundreds of thousands of masks and other pieces of medical equipment seized from a Brooklyn man will be distributed to medical workers on the front lines treating novel coronavirus patients in New York and
Big Machine Label GroupLady Antebellum were originally scheduled to begin their 2020 Ocean Tour in late May, but in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, the country trio has pushed some dates on the trek. Shows planned for May
katifcam/iStock(NEW YORK) — Public and private EMS services in New York City and Long Island have been stretched to the brink, according to an internal memo obtained by ABC News. The memo, distributed late Wednesday to New
ABC News(NEW YORK) — A storm system and a cold front are moving out of the Rockies as heavy snow, sleet and freezing rain are now headed for the Upper Midwest and the Plains. Already, up to
Maddie Meyer/Getty Images(BOSTON) — A private jet owned by the New England Patriots professional football team carrying much-needed medical supplies from China will land in Boston on Thursday, according to Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker. Robert Kraft, the
Officials from Baxter Regional Medical Center provided another COVID-19 update Thursday morning. Barney Larry, VP/Business Development and executive director of the Baxter Regional Hospital Foundation; Stephanie Free, infection preventionist; and Tobias Puglsey, director of Marketing; discussed how
felixmizioznikov/iStock(NEW YORK) — The COVID-19 pandemic has spread rapidly, with 100,000 additional confirmed cases in the U.S. this past week alone, according to data compiled by Johns Hopkins University. Part of the U.S. and the global community
jarun011/iStock(NEW YORK) — A pandemic of the novel coronavirus has infected nearly a million people across the globe. The new respiratory virus, which causes an illness known officially as COVID-19, has rapidly spread to 180 countries and
MCA NashvilleCreating the cover of the long-awaited follow-up to a multi-platinum album would often involve an elaborate set-up and lots of forethought, but for Sam Hunt, capturing the Southside image was more instinctual. It revolved around the place where his breakthrough
Scott Dudelson/Getty Images for Red Light Management and Live NationDoors drummer John Densmore recently took part in a video fan Q&A that’s been posted on the band’s YouTube channel and social media pages. Among the revelations the
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockJimmie Allen has shared a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the music video for “This is Us” with his duet partner, Noah Cyrus. The Voice season 17 winner Jake Hoot has released a new song, “Tennessee Strong,” honoring the heroic actions of volunteers
The Mountain Home Kindergarten Center is changing its registration period due to the COVID-19 pandemic. A drive-thru registration period for the 2020-2021 school year is scheduled for Monday and Tuesday from noon to 6 and Wednesday and
While the COVID-19 pandemic has shutdown all sports in the country, Arkansas fans will have a chance to watch a classic football game Thursday evening. The 2015 Arkansas vs. Ole Miss game, which featured the “Hunter Henry
Courtesy of Alyssa Baker(NEW YORK) — On March 31, Baker announced that both of his parents, Stuart Baker, 74, and Adrian Baker, 72, died due to complications from the coronavirus. The couple had been married for 51
diomoyega/iStock(LOS ANGELES) — Investigators arrested a California train engineer Tuesday after he allegedly derailed a train in a bid to crash into the USNS Mercy, the hospital ship treating non-COVID-19 patients at the Port of Los Angeles
LITTLE ROCK – Governor Asa Hutchinson has approved temporary changes to Arkansas State Parks’ operations to protect public health during the COVID-19 crisis, he announced at a news conference Wednesday. The Governor has directed that Arkansas State
The City of Mountain Home has joined a lengthy list of governmental offices closing its doors to the public due to the COVID-19 pandemic.City officials said late Wednesday, after careful consideration, it was decided to close the
ParlophoneFans will get to hear an album of rare 1996 David Bowie recordings titled ChangesNowBowie earlier than expected. As previously reported, the album will be released on vinyl and CD as part of 2020 Record Store Day,
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) – A Little Rock man accused of making the deadly toxin ricin will not stand trial because possession of the substance was not illegal when he was charged, a federal judge has ruled.Alexander
COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) – Missouri Gov. Mike Parson said Wednesday that he’s expecting a $500 million revenue shortfall this year because of the coronavirus pandemic and he announced he’s cutting roughly $175 million in spending to make
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) – The Missouri Supreme Court on Tuesday ruled that a 2018 law banning public union workers from picketing is unconstitutional.Supreme Court judges unanimously sided with a lower court judge’s decision to strike down
CUBA, Mo. (AP) – An eastern Missouri man was charged with making a terrorist threat after he allegedly coughed toward customers and wrote COVID on a cooler at a Dollar Tree store.John Swaller, 33, of Cuba, was
BUFFALO, Mo. (AP) – A southwest Missouri man is facing a felony charge of making a terrorist threat after he allegedly tried to avoid being arrested by lying about possibly having the coronavirus. Dallas County Sheriff’s deputies
O’FALLON, Mo. (AP) – Coronavirus cases in Missouri are rising at an alarming rate, but health experts said Wednesday it’s too soon to know if the state is emerging as one of the next hot spots for
The Players Club/Mascot Label GroupDoors guitarist Robby Krieger recently announced plans to put out a new solo album, The Ritual Begins at Sundown, on April 24, but the record’s release has now been pushed back until August
Courtesy Erin Dailey(TRENTON, N.J.) — At a time when countless Americans are relying on local heroes to stay safe, Greg Dailey and his family are stepping up. Dailey is a small business owner and newspaper delivery man
Photo: Courtesy insidehighered.com A federal appeals court has upheld the conviction of the former president of a private Christian college in northwestern Arkansas who pleaded guilty in a kickback scheme involving state legislators. The Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
Courtesy Josh Anderson(MADISON, S.D.) — A South Dakota teacher is getting praise for going above and beyond to help a student with her math homework after schools switched to virtual learning because of the coronavirus pandemic. Chris
John Lamparski/Getty ImagesBilly Joel has made the first of several major donations towards the fight against COVID-19, via his charity, The Joel Foundation. A statement from Billy and his wife, Alexis, notes, “As New Yorkers, we have
ABC/Image Group LAChase Rice is one of the many artists lending his support to COVID-19-related causes. The “Eyes on You” singer is hosting a social media livestream on Friday in partnership with Jack Daniel’s to generate donations for the Sweet
ABC/Image Group LADolly Parton announced on Twitter that she’s donating $1 million to Nashville-based Vanderbilt University Medical Center to fund research that will help find a cure to COVID-19. The music icon’s donation also comes with a personal connection: she mentions
ABC/Image Group LAReba McEntire and family gathered to honor her late mother, Jacqueline McEntire, at a private memorial service. Reba posted a gallery of photos from the special occasion on Instagram. The first photo is a throwback of Reba and her mother standing
Photos: (from left) Caleb William Nance and William Dean Nance A 19-year-old is being held in the Marion County Detention Center charged with first-degree murder, after the discovery of a body last Thursday by a walker. Marion
iStock/chapin31(SANTA FE, N.M.) — Just days after New Mexico’s governor warned President Trump that she feared the coronavirus could “wipe out” tribal nations, the president of the Navajo Nation told ABC News he believes aggressive measures being
Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson was joined by members of his cabinet to update citizens on the coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic on Wednesday. Click below to listen to the entire address:
ABC News(NEW YORK) — The number of positive tests for the novel coronavirus aboard the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt has now risen to 93, according to acting Navy Secretary Thomas Modly, who added that the goal
A number of school districts in southern Missouri are extending their closures because of COVID-19.In a joint statement, the school districts say they will remain closed through April 24 to protect the health of students and staff.The
Adrián Monroy/Medios y Media/Getty ImagesKISS founders Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley have both posted recent video messages to fans on the band’s official YouTube channel as they sequester themselves at home during the COVID-19 pandemic. In his
RCA RecordsOld Dominion has shared a preview of the music video for their current single, “Some People Do.” The hitmaking group posted a 16-second clip on Twitter that shows a man at the beach at dusk, seemingly in distress as
New York City Health Department(NEW YORK) — New York City’s Health Department has released a detailed map of the city’s coronavirus cases, broken down by zip code. The map uses data from up until March 31, when
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — A member of the Arkansas House said Wednesday he’s tested positive for the coronavirus and state health officials reported two more people have died from the outbreak.The Arkansas Department of Health said
ABC/Image Group LADolly Parton announced on Twitter that she’s donating $1 million to Nashville-based Vanderbilt University Medical Center to fund research that will help find a cure to COVID-19. The music icon’s donation also comes with a personal connection: she mentions
During the past few weeks, many area residents have been facing financial struggles, and area restaurants have unexpectedly lost business due to the COVID-19 pandemic. A new project being implemented this week is hoping to help both
ABC/Image Group LAJon Pardi and his fiancée, Summer Duncan, have postponed their wedding in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. Summer revealed on Instagram that “due to the uncertainty of the COVID-19,” she and her country star fiancé are hitting pause on
Major League Baseball has canceled a two-game series in London between the Chicago Cubs and the St. Louis Cardinals because of the coronavirus pandemic. The teams had been scheduled to play at Olympic Stadium on June 13
Country Music Association The Country Music Association has made a major donation to MusiCares’ COVID-19 Relief Fund. CMA and its philanthropic branch, the CMA Foundation, are contributing $1 million to the Recording Academy’s fund that provides support to
da-kuk/iStock(NEW YORK) — NFL agent Buddy Baker said his parents died six minutes apart from COVID-19. The couple, married for 51 years, were in “perfect health” before contracting the virus, Baker said in a video posted to
Academy of Country MusicThe Academy of Country Music is stepping up to help those impacted by COVID-19. The organization has launched a new fund under its charitable arm, ACM Lifting Lives, to aid those in the country music
kireewongfoto/iStock(LONDON) — The 2020 Wimbledon championships has been canceled due to the escalating worldwide coronavirus pandemic and will next be held from June 28 to July 11, 2021. Ian Hewitt, chairman of the All England Lawn Tennis
Credit: Kirsten ShultzA self-isolating Carole King is bringing some comfort to fans by performing a Facebook video version of her classic “So Far Away,” whose lyrics are suddenly very relevant to everyone who is missing friends, family
Comstock/ThinkstockToday marks the 34th birthday of this country singer, who’s the daughter of singer Linda Davis and one-third of a Grammy-winning trio. Can you guess who it is? ANSWER: Hillary Scott. Copyright © 2020, ABC Audio. All rights reserved.
Baxter Regional Medical Center (BRMC) officials continue to update area citizens each weekday on the COVID-19 situation in the Twin Lakes Area. Wednesday, Ron Peterson, president and CEO; Stephanie Free, infection preventionist; Randy Ludwig, chaplain; and Tobias
ABC News(NEW YORK) — There were 10 reported tornadoes Tuesday across four states — Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia and Florida. Some of the worst damage was in southern Alabama and in northern Georgia, where several homes were destroyed.
cmannphoto/iStock(NEW YORK) — At least four NBA players who have recovered from COVID-19 plan to donate blood for an experimental treatment that could help high-risk patients overcome the virus, according to Dr. Michael Joyner, a member of
Kuzma/iStock(NEW YORK) — Nearly every month for the last several years, Darlene has made a 500-mile trek from her home in the Bronx, New York to visit her 4-year-old grandson, Nathaniel, who lives in Detroit. Nathaniel has
Samara Heisz/iStock(NEW YORK) — A pandemic of the novel coronavirus has claimed the lives of more than 42,000 people around the world, including over 4,000 in the United States. The new respiratory virus, which causes an illness
Credit: David WooThe Steve Miller Band has pushed back the start of its North American summer trek with veteran country act Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives because of the COVID-19 pandemic. The outing, dubbed The Americana
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockMatt Stell is teaming up with Lindsay Ell and Jameson Rodgers for a livestream performance on Instagram tonight at 9 p.m. ET. They will each perform a new song. This will be a standing appointment each week until the COVID-19 quarantine is over. Baylee
ABC/Image Group LA Just like everyone else these days, Kane Brown is adjusting to a new normal, as we all learn to live in the age of the COVID-19 pandemic. “I’m doing fine,” he tells ABC Audio by phone.
Photo: Stephan Richard Whaples A Mountain Home man with a long history of running from the law is apparently on the run again. According to a notice from the Victim Information Network issued just after noon
Photo: Newton County Sheriff Glenn Wheeler Newton County Sheriff Glenn Wheeler and his officers are the latest law enforcement agency in the 14th Judicial District to begin carrying Narcan. Baxter, Marion and Boone are the other four
O’FALLON, Mo. (AP) – The number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Missouri has jumped by nearly 300, even as calls for a statewide stay-at-home mandate increased. The state health department said Tuesday that 15 people have died
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) – Backers of an effort to legalize recreational marijuana in Missouri say the campaign will likely not get on the ballot this year because of the coronavirus pandemic. Missourians for a New Approach
Credit: Leah SteigerBeing stuck at home separately during the COVID-19 pandemic hasn’t stopped Sammy Hagar and the members of his current group, The Circle, from recording a brand-new tune. A video of Hagar, bassist Michael Anthony, drummer
COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) – Missouri sophomore Xavier Pinson and juniors Mitchell Smith and Jeremiah Tilmon announced Tuesday that they would enter the NBA draft, though none of them intends to hire an agent and all could return
The Mountain Home Public School District has announced a change in its student-feeding program schedule while children are out of school due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Beginning Thursday, all families who have called this week to receive
The Mountain Home Athletic Department’s fundraiser at Big Creek Golf and Country Club has been postponed. The Bomber Booster Club Golf Tournament, scheduled for April 11, has been called off due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Information will
Marco_Piunti/iStock(NEW YORK) — Emergency medical service workers in Queens, New York, described living and working in what amounts to a “war zone” as they seek to help residents during the COVID-19 pandemic. “We have thousands of people
Howard BooksSara Evans has found another way to share her life journey. The “Suds in the Bucket” singer is set to release a memoir about her life and career later this year. Titled Born to Fly, the book finds Sara telling never-before-told
ABC/Mark LevineBrett Young is partnering with Levi’s to support an important cause. The “Sleep Without You” hitmaker is the star of Levi’s 5:01 Live Music Series tonight, hosting a virtual performance and Q&A session on Instagram Live. The initiative
Courtesy of Wolfson EntertainmentMusic lovers now have another choice when it comes to quarantine viewing: Daryl Hall‘s long-running music series Live from Daryl’s House is finally coming back to television. AXS TV will air 14 past episodes
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) – Arkansas’ governor said Tuesday he’s looking at closing some state parks over concerns about visitors coming to the state during the coronavirus outbreak.Gov. Asa Hutchinson said he has heard concerns about large
iStock/f11photo(LAS VEGAS) — As many Americans are told to shelter at home during the coronavirus pandemic, a striking image showing Las Vegas’ homeless lying on the ground of an outdoor parking lot designated as a “temporary shelter”
ABC/Image Group LACarly Pearce is making the most of her quarantine by having a little fun on TikTok. The “Every Little Thing” singer is lending her name to the viral #beautymodechallenge, where people go from bare-faced to glamorous seemingly
iStock/demaerre(NEW YORK) — With countless American families cooped up together amid stay-at-home orders for the coronavirus pandemic, some law enforcement officials said they fear an unintended consequence of long-term, close-quarters living: a potential rise in domestic violence
ABC News(BEAUMONT, Texas) — An elementary school principal who had to quickly pivot her school to remote learning amid the novel coronavirus pandemic has implemented an array of tools for students, parents and teachers. She’s even created
Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson was joined by members of his cabinet to update citizens on the coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic on Tuesday. Click below to listen to the entire address:
ABC News(NEW YORK) — New York City has launched an online portal that provides residents with information and updates if they or someone they know has contracted the coronavirus. The website, which launched Friday at nyc.gov/cv19engagementportal, allows
ABC/Image Group LAKeith Urban is gearing up to release the video for his latest single, “God Whispered Your Name,” and he’s giving fans a sneak peek. The country superstar has released a pair of clips that offer fans
Neal Preston/© Queen Productions Ltd.Queen and current lead singer Adam Lambert are among the latest music artists to announce the postponement of their 2020 tour plans because of the COVID-19 pandemic. The 27-date U.K. and European leg
Anyone who normally takes recycling to the Baxter Recycling plant on Rossi Road in Mountain Home or who utilizes the curbside recycling picked up by Methvin Sanitation in the city of Mountain Home will see big changes
Country Music Association CMA Fest has been cancelled in the wake of COVID-19. The Country Music Association announced today that it’s following the guidelines from local, state and national authorities and has decided to cancel the country festival out of concern
Black River RecordsKelsea Ballerini has achieved a chart best with her new album, kelsea. The pop-country star debuts at number two on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart. Released March 20, her third studio project sold 28,000 units in its first week,
Courtesy of Songwriters Hall of Fame Steve Miller, Eurythmics’ Annie Lennox and Dave Stewart, and members of The Isley Brothers are among the famous music artists that will have to wait until next year for a major
Stephanie Keith/Getty Images(NEW YORK) — A 68-bed makeshift hospital is expected to open in Central Park on Tuesday in an effort to ease some of the strain on the city’s hospitals that have been bombarded with COVID-19
The Valory Music Co.Thomas Rhett brought joy to fans through their TV screens this morning with a brief performance of his new song, “Be a Light,” on the Today show. Joining hosts Hoda Kotb and Savannah Guthrie via FaceTime from his house, the singer
Academy of Country MusicACM Presents: Our Country has added more star power to the event. CBS News journalist Gayle King has been announced as the host for the upcoming special that features several country stars performing from their homes on what would
The City of Mountain Home announced the closure of playgrounds, pavilions and restrooms at all city parks until at least April 30.The decision was made as Governor Asa Hutchinson and his cabinet continue to state any and
YouTube OriginalsWhile Coachella 2020 won’t be happening until later this year in the fall, perhaps a sneak peek at two decades’ worth of the California festival will help you make it through the wait. A new trailer for
Comstock/ThinkstockOn this day in 1981, Dolly Parton performed “9 to 5” at the Academy Awards where Sissy Spacek was also awarded Best Actress for her portrayal of this “Coal Miner’s Daughter” singer in the film of the same name. Can you
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Courtesy Jhoanna Buendia(NEW YORK) — Hospital workers across the globe who made an oath to save the lives of patients are finding themselves fighting for their own, with increasing numbers of doctors and nurses falling victim to
ABC News(NEW YORK) — On Tuesday, we are watching the South for severe weather and the West for possible feet of snow. Let’s start with the South where a storm system is moving across the Gulf Coast
Baxter Regional Medical Center officials provided another update on COVID-19 locally Tuesday morning. Ron Peterson, president and CEO; Shannon Nachtigal, chief nursing officer; Stephanie Free, infection preventionist; and Tobias Pugsley, director of Marketing; discussed myths concerning testing
rustythedog/iStock(NEW YORK) — After some of the nation’s first arrests for violations of coronavirus-related distancing orders, police across the country are attempting to navigate the delicate task of enforcing the new rules — preferably less with handcuffs
DougSchneiderPhoto/iStock(NEW YORK) — Two men involved in the death of a New York City police detective were among the violent offenders on the list of inmates slated to be released from the infamous Rikers Island jail complex
Cook County Sheriff’s Office/Facebook(CHICAGO) — The number of detainees testing positive for coronavirus at the Cook County Jail in Chicago skyrocketed over the weekend, leaving Sheriff Tom Dart grappling with a dilemma that runs against the very
jarun011/iStock(NEW YORK) — A pandemic of the novel coronavirus has infected over three-quarters of a million people around the world. The new respiratory virus, which causes an illness known officially as COVID-19, has rapidly spread to every
FOX Elton John, Mariah Carey, Billie Eilish and other major music stars gathered together for the Fox Presents the iHeart Living Room Concert for America on Sunday, and raised nearly $8 million to help fight the spread
ABC/Image Group LACountry star Jennifer Nettles is reminding America of its superpower: staying strong in the face of tragedy. As the nation grapples with the COVID-19 pandemic, Nettles on Friday released a special performance of “Tomorrow” from the musical Annie.
Epix A new two-part documentary series titled Laurel Canyon, focusing on the fertile music scene that coalesced in the Los Angeles neighborhood of the same name, where many famous artists resided and congregated starting in the late
University of Texas PressGo-Go’s bassist Kathy Valentine‘s new autobiography, All I Ever Wanted: A Rock ‘n’ Roll Memoir, gets its release today. The book charts Valentine’s journey from her wild-child early years in Austin, Texas, and her
Capitol NashvilleLuke Bryan locks in the twenty-fourth number one of his career so far this week, as “What She Wants Tonight” ascends to the top of the country chart. It’s a track the Georgia native co-wrote at his
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockDolly Parton is launching a special program during this time of quarantine. Titled “Goodnight with Dolly,” the icon will read a children’s book from her Imagination Library that offers a sense of comfort and healing one night a week
The Baxter County Farmers’ Market has been canceled until further notice due to the coronavirus pandemic. The market was originally scheduled to open this Saturday at the Baxter County Courthouse square. Judge Mickey Pendergrass says his office
Residents in the Henderson area who need assistance with groceries and prescriptions during the COVID-19 pandemic now have help. The Henderson Volunteer Fire Department is making runs into Mountain Home five days a week to pick up
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues and area residents are attempting to learn and work at home, NATCO is working with community partners across its service area to establish free Wi-Fi access points with high-speed connectivity. Access will
The Flippin School Board took two hours to get through a busy agenda for its regular March meeting Monday night, including personnel items, electing board officers and the resignation of one member. Superintendent Kelvin Hudson has the
JONESBORO, Ark. (AP) – Three days after a photo posted on Facebook showed an Arkansas doctor looking through a glass door to see his 1-year-old son crawl for the first time, the family’s home was destroyed by
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) – The number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Missouri surpassed 1,000 and the state’s death toll rose to 13. State health officials said as of Monday afternoon, 1,031 contravirus cases have been confirmed.
KIRKSVILLE, Mo. (AP) – A Missouri student and teacher are using 3D printing to supply health care facilities in the area with face shields amid the coronavirus outbreak. A.T. Still University has recruited senior Caleb Flaim and
iStock/MattGush(NEW YORK) — A Brooklyn man who allegedly coughed on FBI agents and told them he had novel coronavirus, after the agents said they had confronted him about hoarding and selling medical equipment, has been arrested, according
The Valory Music Co.Via an uplifting new song, Thomas Rhett and friends are aiming to “Be A Light.“ The superstar singer shared a special surprise with fans during his Instagram Live stream today: He unveiled a new song, “Be
Inside RecordingsJackson Browne has released a brand-new song called “A Little Too Soon to Say.” The tune, which will also appear on Browne’s next studio album, due out in October, arrived just a few days after he
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) – Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson said Monday that he has approved an additional $45 million to purchase protective equipment for medical providers and for ventilators due to the coronavirus in the state. The
The Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) has announced changes to the operating schedule for the Peel Ferry in Marion County. The Peel Ferry is now operating from 6 to 9 a.m. and 3 to 6 p.m. Monday
ABC/Image Group LAKane Brown and Morgan Wallen are two of the celebrity participants in rapper Post Malone‘s upcoming online beer pong tournament. Dubbed The Ballina Cup, Post Malone and fellow rapper MIKE have called on a group of friends to engage in a virtual
Residents of Newton County are petitioning Governor Hutchinson to stop encouraging people to hike, go fishing or other outdoor activities to alleviate the tedium of social distancing during the spread of COVID-19 in Arkansas.The Arkansas Times reports
KRDO(MANITOU SPRINGS, Colorado) — At a time of national crisis, heroes come in all shapes and sizes—furry friends included. Sundance, Karen Evelth’s dog, is helping neighbor Renee Hellman stay safe during the coronavirus pandemic by dropping off
Frazer Harrison/Getty Images for Stagecoach Influential singer and songwriter John Prine‘s condition has improved following the announcement that he’d been diagnosed with COVID-19. John’s wife, Fiona Whealan Prine, turned to Twitter Monday to update fans that John, who’s 73, is in
Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson was joined by members of his cabinet to update citizens on the coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic on Monday. Click below to listen to the entire address:
ABC/Image Group LALike many other artists, Justin Moore is hosting a live concert on social media as a way to bring music and unity to fans during a time of social distancing. In honor of his 36th birthday,
Credit: Amy GranthamGraham Nash is the star of the latest installment of Rolling Stone‘s In My Room video series, which features musicians performing songs at their homes as they social-distance due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Nash’s segment
ABC/Image Group LAThomas Rhett is celebrating his birthday with some quarantine antics. The country superstar shared a video of his wife, Lauren Akins, making her best attempt to open a champagne bottle to commemorate the special occasion, documenting her struggle as
The City of Mountain Home, Spartan Mowers and PSI Tires have organized a tornado relief effort following Saturday’s Jonesboro tornado. A trailer will be set up in the parking lot of PSI Tires at the corner of
FILE photo – jpgfactory/iStock(FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla.) — A 14-day trip from Argentina to Chile has turned into a nightmarish, seemingly never-ending cruise for passengers aboard Holland America’s Zaandam ship. After nearly three weeks since passengers departed from
ABC/Mark LevineSeveral Nashville stars are coming together to pay tribute to the doctors, nurses and medical staff on the front lines of COVID-19. Brad Paisley and Dustin Lynch are two of the artists participating in a new initiative called Gratitunes, where artists
Courtesy of Michael StipeMichael Stipe has posted a new video message as he bunkers down at home during the coronavirus crisis, and in the clip, he’s introduced a brand-new solo song. The founding R.E.M. singer reports that
Two Mountain Home businesses are at odds with the Baxter County Equalization Board over the value of their property assessments. Mountain Home Hospitality LLC, doing business as the Ramada Inn, and The Grand Apartments are disputing their
Thanks to donors across the state, Arkansas Community Foundation has reopened its grant portal and is accepting more proposals for $1,000 mini-grants for organizations responding to the immediate needs of vulnerable populations affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
