Thomas Montgomery Jr. A man who pled guilty in September last year to charges stemming from his threats to kill everyone at his home was back in Baxter County Circuit Court Monday. Thirty-nine-year-old Thomas Montgomery, Jr., entered
Photo courtesy of Douglas County Sheriff’s Office A woman is accused of blocking an area highway with yellow caution tape and striking oncoming vehicles with a hammer. Brett Gibbs is in the Douglas County Jail facing multiple
St. Louis Cardinals’ Willson Contreras walks back to the dugout after being called out on strikes by home plate umpire Ron Kulpa to end the top half of the seventh inning of a baseball game against the
Listen to the July 21 evening update by the Arkansas Now Newsroom: A train crashed into an unoccupied vehicle; Citizens for Arkansas Public Education start petition today; A petition submitted by a political group called No Labels
Génesis Cabrera (Photo courtesy of Major League Baseball) SEATTLE (AP) – The Toronto Blue Jays acquired reliever Génesis Cabrera in a trade with the St. Louis Cardinals on Friday for minor league catcher Sammy Hernandez. The 26-year-old
A statement has been released by the Mountain Home Chamber of Commerce following the Mountain Home City Council’s vote to table the economic development agreement until more research has been completed. The following is a portion of
Orientation for several Baxter County Circuit Court jury panels will be held over a two-day period. Jurors in Group A-1 will report Monday morning at 9, and Group A-2 will follow at 10:30. Group B-1 is scheduled
Storms on Friday morning have caused power outages to customers across Baxter County. North Arkansas Electric Cooperative (NAEC) CEO Mel Coleman spoke with KTLO News’ Bob Van Harren at noon with an update on total customers affected.
A $100,000 ticket sold at an area grocery store is waiting to be claimed following Wednesday’s Powerball drawing. The ticket was purchased at Town and Country on Church Street (U.S. Highway 62B) in Salem. According to the
Image courtesy of Arkansas Activities Association Four of Mountain Home High School’s athletic programs are being called “Academic State Champions” by the Arkansas Activities Association. The Bombers were awarded the title Thursday in boys’ basketball, baseball, softball
American Legion baseball makes up the local Friday schedule as two area teams will continue pool play in the Arkansas 19-and-Under State Tournament at Conway. The Mountain Home Lockeroom will compete in the last game of the
St. Louis Cardinals third baseman Nolan Arenado (left) and shortstop Paul DeJong celebrate the team’s 7-2 win over the Chicago Cubs in a baseball game Thursday in Chicago. (Photo courtesy of Associated Press) CHICAGO (AP) – Jordan
During the Mountain Home City Council meeting Thursday night, City Attorney Roger Morgan advised the council a resolution should have been adopted, authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with the Mountain Home Chamber of Commerce,
A rural Mountain Home man accused of attempting to cash a stolen check made out for $3,000 pled guilty to the charges against him during a session of Baxter County Circuit Court Monday. Thirty-two-year-old Dustin Sandoval, who
During Thursday night’s Mountain Home City Council meeting, City Attorney Roger Morgan advised the Council the contract between the Chamber of Commerce and the City of Mountain Home should have been voted on as a resolution instead
An ongoing feud between neighbors has led to the arrest of a Douglas County couple. According to the Douglas County Sheriff, on the night of July 17 at approximately 11, the office received a call about a
On August 11, First Security Bomberfest returns for its 14th year at 5 on the campus of Mountain Home High School. KTLO, Classic Hits and the Boots Bob Van Haaren Spoke with Teresa Wehmeyer, Vice President of
The City of Mountain Home issued 12 business licenses in May, including 7 home-based, according to a report from building inspection manager Jeannie Anderson. The licenses include: Chris Dantz and Jamie Pruitt for Kantz and Pruitt Properties,
Listen to the July 20 evening update by the Arkansas Now Newsroom: Richard Barnett who was convicted in connection with the Jan. 6 insurrection at the US Capitol set to report to prison next month; The Arkansas
Representatives with the Innovative Readiness Training would like to remind patients who received glasses through the clinic will need to pick them up by Noon Thursday at the Yellville Clinic. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
During the time classes have been out of session, the Mountain Home High School girls’ basketball team has kept busy during the summer. Lady Bombers’ head coach Dell Leonard tells KTLO, Classic Hits and The Boot’s Matt
The postseason gets underway Thursday for two area American Legion senior baseball teams in Conway. The Mountain Home Lockeroom and North Central Arkansas will be on the campus of the University of Central Arkansas to start pool
The latest unemployment numbers from the Arkansas Division of Workforce Services and the Missouri Economic Research and Information Center show May’s unemployment rates in most counties in north central Arkansas and southern Missouri have either increased or
Everett Galloway A man who pretended to assist a law enforcement officer in the initial phase of an investigation into the theft of a side-by-side UTV ended up being sentenced to eight years in prison for stealing
Photo courtesy of Douglas County Sheriff’s Office A Mountain Home woman was recently extradited to Douglas County on drug charges stemming from an incident occurring nearly a year ago. A grand jury indicted 40-year-old Brittany Wadsworth last
The Mountain Home Building Inspection Department has released a report stating 38 building permits were issued in June. A new residential building tops the permits and has been issued to Hutch Homes for property located at 100
Two area residents, a man from Yellville and a man from Marshall, were killed in separate accidents Wednesday morning. A crash in Yellville claimed the life of 61-year-old Michael A. Alvey of Yellville. Injured and taken to
Prior to the Mountain Home City Council meeting Thursday night, a public hearing will be held at 5:55 in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building. The hearing will include a discussion about vacating a utility easement
The Mountain Home Public Schools Board of Education will hold its monthly meeting Thursday night at 6 in the Administration Building Board Room. Prior to regular business, the Board will hold election of officers. Items on the
As part of the continuing Sesquicentennial celebration in Baxter County this year, the Baxter County Historical and Genealogical Society will present Sesqui-Day September 9 at Rapp’s Barren Pioneer Settlement in Cooper Park. Society board member David Benedict
The Yellville-Summit Public Schools Board of Education will hold its monthly meeting Thursday evening at 5:30 in the Yellville-Summit Administration Building. Items on the agenda include approval of the tabled 2023-34 District Student Handbook; approval of 2023-24
St. Louis Cardinals’ Nolan Gorman (right) follows through on a three-run home run as Miami Marlins catcher Jacob Stallings (left) watches during the first inning of a baseball game Wednesday in St. Louis. (Photo courtesy of Associated
Listen to the July 19 evening update from the Arkansas Now Newsroom: 15 mo old baby missing from Hot Springs Yesterday is now safe; Summit Utilities to begin charging late fees and disconnecting customers; Pine Bluff native
The Gassville City Council met Tuesday night in regular session. Mayor Jeff Braim shares with KTLO, Classic Hits and The Boot News a recap from the meeting. Listen: click to download audio WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
As of 11:30 Wednesday morning, power has been restored to 99.7 The Boot’s broadcasting tower and regular broadcasting has resumed. Customers with White River Valley Electric in Ozark County is showing 344 members still without power as
On Wednesday, District 4 Arkansas State Representative Jack Fortner announced he will not seek reelection in 2024. Fortner states he will finish out his term, which ends January 1, 2025. Fortner spoke with KTLO’s Heather Loftis regarding
The Innovative Readiness Training no-cost medical clinic currently set up at Yellville-Summit School is no longer accepting dental patients. According to a representative, they have seen an influx of patients for dental services and they are
The Arkansas State Police (ASP) has issued a missing, endangered child advisory for a 15 month old female from Hot Springs. According to the release, Ora Faye was last known to be with her grandmother, Teresa Ann
Recent damage from storms in the Twin Lakes area are still seeing some residents without power and 99.7 The Boot’s broadcasting tower also unable to broadcast regular programming. As of 7:45 Wednesday morning White River Valley Electric
The 2023 edition of the Natural State’s most comprehensive football publication is on newsstands. Hooten’s Arkansas Football Magazine previews the upcoming season for high school teams (all 11-man and eight-man) and the college teams in the state.
A new program is being offered this fall by the Mountain Home Parks and Recreation Department for youth in third through fifth grades. The Trailblazers Bike Club is a six-week program introducing kids to bike safety and
A reception was held in the Vada Sheid Community Development Center Tuesday for Arkansas State University-Mountain Home Chancellor Dr. Robin Myers as he gets ready to retire, and a few special announcements were made during the ceremony.
A man currently being held in the Baxter County Detention Center is facing more charges after exposing himself to another inmate. According to the incident report, on July 14, an inmate reported to officers she was in
A man charged with breaking into seven vehicles and stealing property as well as possessing and selling drugs was sentenced to 14 years in prison during a session of Baxter County Circuit Court Monday. Twenty-six-year-old Nathaniel Ryan
A Boone County man is facing multiple charges after allegedly assaulting his father in two separate incidents. According to the probable cause affidavit, on June 13 the Boone County Sheriff’s Office first responded to a residence on
With heat advisories to be in effect, a local organization will be giving area residents an opportunity to keep cool if necessary. The Reach Center will be open as a cooling shelter Wednesday from 11 to 5.
On Monday, Mountain Home Public Schools announced incoming Kindergarten students for the 2023-24 school year will alternate start dates as an opportunity for students to learn procedures and form relationships in a smaller group setting. Mountain Home
A facility on the campus at Mountain Home High School Career Academies that gets used by students and other community members alike is currently out of commission. The track circling Bomber Stadium has been scheduled for resurfacing,
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St. Louis Cardinals’ Nolan Arenado is congratulated by first base coach Stubby Clapp (82) after hitting a walk-off home run off Miami Marlins relief pitcher A.J. Puk to defeat the Marlins 5-2 during the 10th inning of
A one-vehicle accident early Tuesday morning in Howell County resulted in injuries to its four occupants, including an infant, all from Drury. The male child, less than a year old, and a 15-year-old female were transported by
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Inactive voters in Baxter County who have not voted since 2021 or earlier are receiving blue or yellow cards in the mail from the Clerk’s Office to confirm their voter information. Baxter County Election Coordinator Lindsey Roberts
Storms over the past few days have caused extensive damage in Marion County with many blocked and washed out roads as well as power outages. Jim Kuckenbecker from the Office of Emergency Management (OEM) in Marion
Listen to the July 18 morning update by the Arkansas Now Newsroom: Arkansas joins multi-state settlement with Robin Hood Financial; Brinkley convenience store sells lottery ticket worth $25,000; Ozark Folk Center to host Fiddle and Banjo Championships
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) – Arkansas authorities are investigating after law enforcement officers shot and injured a parolee who fired at them at a Little Rock motel. The Department of Corrections said officers with the Division of
The Arkansas Activities Association recently announced the winners of the 2022-2023 Sportsmanship Awards, and one area high school is among the recipients. Mammoth Spring took home the award for Class 1A. Mammoth Spring was voted as the
Brad Schulz, Joey Sample, Kirk Brown and Geoffrey Smith were crowned the winners of the North Arkansas Fellowship of Christian Athletes Golf Tournament Monday at Big Creek Golf and Country Club. Schulz, Sample, Brown and Smith won
St. Louis Cardinals’ Nolan Arenado rounds first on a two-run double during the sixth inning of a baseball game against the Miami Marlins Monday in St. Louis. (Photo courtesy of Associated Press) ST. LOUIS (AP) – Nolan
St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Steven Matz walks off the field after being removed during the fifth inning in the second game of a baseball doubleheader against the Washington Nationals Saturday in St. Louis. (Photo courtesy of
Jasmine Fleetwood-Terrill (Photo courtesy of Douglas County Sheriff’s Office) A woman suspected in the kidnapping of an area teen in March is in custody in Douglas County. Thirty-eight-year-old Jasmine Terrill-Fleetwood is being held without bond. According to
Monday evening’s storms have caused some damage in the Twin Lakes Area and knocked out power to several residents. Lightning reportedly caused a fire to First Community Bank in Mountain Home. According to Mountain Home Fire Marshal
As heat advisories continue in the Twin Lakes Area, there are many ways to keep cool. Mountain Home City Pool offers open swim sessions seven days a week from 12:30 until 4:30 and Monday through Thursday from
A gas leak was caused Monday afternoon after a vehicle ran into a propane tank in the Buford area. The unidentified driver of the vehicle was believed to have suffered minor injuries. According to a Mountain Home
Kathleen Brown (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) A Mountain Home woman is accused of stealing money and lottery tickets from a business where she was previously employed. Forty-four-year-old Kathleen Brown is in the Baxter County
A local nurse has recently been named as the 2023 School Nurse (RN) of the year in Arkansas. Sue Wepprecht, RN who has worked as a school nurse for Mountain Home Public Schools (MHPS) for 11 years
The Gassville City Council will hold its regular monthly meeting Tuesday night at 6:00 at Gassville City Hall.Items on the agenda include consideration of bids for a 1997 International Pierce Pump fire engine; consideration of consolidation of
Sen. Roy Blunt, R-Mo., during a Senate Rules Committee hearing on Capitol Hill in Washington, Monday, Dec. 19. Southwest Airlines said Monday it added former U.S. Senator Blunt, to its board of directors. Blunt, 73, spent 14
A Baxter County Sheriff’s Office deputy escaped injury Friday night when responding to a down tree after thunderstorms moved through the area. According to Baxter County Sheriff John Montgomery, Sergeant Jamie Binnion was responding to a tree
Listen to the June 17 midday update by the Arkansas Now Newsroom: A drive by shooting in Pine Bluff leaves two dead, one with serious injuries; U.S. Environmental Protection Agency posts air quality alert for Arkansas. Disaster
A former manager of the Baxter County Animal Shelter has been arrested for theft of county property. According to a release from Baxter County Sheriff John Montgomery, 43-year-old Michael Thomas Spears of Midway was arrested Friday evening
Photo courtesy of Mountain Home American Legion Baseball The regular season ends Monday for the Mountain Home Lockeroom American Legion baseball team. The Lockeroom will be at Brockwell for an outing with North Central Arkansas. The first
A Yellville man is dead after fleeing law enforcement and being thrown from his motorcycle in a private driveway in the Arkansas River Valley on Sunday morning. Fifty-two-year-old Don Bird was pronounced dead at the scene in
Dr. Robin Myers has been the Chancellor of Arkansas State University Mountain Home (ASUMH) for the past 11 years, and on July 31 his retirement will take effect. Myers spoke with KTLO, Classic Hits and The Boot’s
The Mountain Home Lockeroom American Legion baseball team had mixed results in their last home outing of 2023 as they split with Paragould. The Lockeroom lost the first game of the day by a final of 12-3.
Susan Ross (Photo courtesy of Stone County Sheriff’s Office) A former employee at a Mountain View bank is accused of making cash withdrawals on six of its elderly customers and another who is deceased. Thirty-seven-year-old Susan Ross
A recent fire at the U.S. Postal Service office in Midway has resulted in mail for its normal customers being redirected. While the post office is currently out of service, the carrier and P.O. box mail have
A new area code is coming to various parts of Arkansas, including the Twin Lakes Area. For future telephone numbers in the current 870 region, the code 327 may be assigned beginning Feb. 20. According to the
The Mountain Home City Council will meet for a workshop Monday afternoon at 4. The council will discuss the state of Arkansas’ Wayfinder Sign Program with architech John Bosio as presented by Mountain Home Planning and Engineering
A one-vehicle accident in Missouri resulted in the death of a Springfield juvenile, minor injuries to a Rogersville man and charges against a Springfield man for impaired driving and fleeing the accident scene. The unidentified 17-year-old male
Photo courtesy of Mountain Home American Legion Baseball The Mountain Home MacLeod American Legion baseball team’s quest for a state title came up one win short Sunday at Conway. In a battle between the two wild cards,
St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Jack Flaherty throws during the first inning of a baseball game against the Washington Nationals Sunday in St. Louis. (Photo courtesy of Associated Press) ST. LOUIS (AP) – Jack Flaherty won a
The Mountain Home Lockeroom American Legion baseball team will have its final home outing of the 2023 season on Sunday. The Lockeroom is set to welcome Paragould to Cooper Park for makeup action. The first pitch at
A dramatic comeback was able to push the Mountain Home MacLeod American Legion baseball team into the championship game of the Arkansas 17-and-Under State Tournament Saturday at Conway. MacLeod was able to eliminate Bryant 12-11. After Mountain
St. Louis Cardinals’ Nolan Gorman (16) and Lars Nootbaar (21) celebrate a 9-6 victory over the Washington Nationals in the second game of a baseball doubleheader Saturday in St. Louis. (Photo courtesy of Associated Press) ST. LOUIS
An area man was seriously injured in a motorcycle crash late Saturday afternoon in Ozark County. Thirty-three-year-old Justin Stepp of West Plains was transported by air ambulance to Cox Medical Center South in Springfield. According to the
Zachariah Martin (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) A Norfork man is in the Baxter County Detention Center on accusations of assaulting a female in a vehicle with two children inside. Thirty-eight-year-old Zachariah Martin is facing
The Mountain Home Fire Department (MHFD) recently acquired an inflatable fire safety house to aid in fire safety education for area students. The new fire safety house replaces a fire safety camper that has been in use
It’s been a busy summer for the Mountain Home Parks and Recreation Department as new programs have been added to keep local youth active, and more programs are coming for kids and adults. Parks and Recreation Director
The American Red Cross is partnering with Warner Bros. Discovery for the 35th anniversary of Shark Week and the theatrical release of Meg 2: The Trench, by offering incentives for donors who give blood or platelets in
Photo courtesy of Batesville Police Department via KAIT A man is dead after attempting to rescue a child from drowning in Batesville. The 47-year-old man’s identity is being withheld until his next of kin is notified. According
Cody Hiland speaks at the old state Supreme Court chamber at the Arkansas Capitol in Little Rock July 3 after Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders, right, announced his appointment to the Supreme Court. LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) –
The Mountain Home Diamonds watched their season come to an end Saturday in their second elimination game in the Fastpitch America Softball Association Class C 16-and-Under and 18-and-Under World Series at Branson. After making a comeback and
Larry Forrester and Ryan Manning was able to win the 10Fourteen Golf Classic Saturday at Big Creek Golf and Country Club. Forrester and Manning took home $150 after combining for a seven-under-par 65. Austin and Steve Sinor
Friday’s storms have knocked out power to several area residents, and in Marion County, they led to road and tree damage and an effect to the water supply. According to officials, storms knocked out power to the
Residents in the city of Flippin are being asked to conserve water. According to a Flippin Water Department spokesperson, the city’s tower is at low levels due to a power outage at the Marion County Water Treatment
Several power outages are being reported by Entergy Arkansas following Friday night’s storms. As of 8:30 Saturday morning, 162 customers in Marion County, 91 in Searcy County, six in Stone County and 455 in Boone County were
An Illinois man was killed in a one-vehicle accident Monday in Searcy County. Sixty-nine-year-old Philip M. Lister of Bloomington was pronounced dead on the scene in Witts Springs. According to the Arkansas State Police, Lister was traveling
Another scam is being reported by area law enforcement. The Howell County Sheriff’s Office says the latest scam deals with fraudulent sex offender registration. According to the sheriff’s Facebook, an unknown subject is using a fictitious name
The Baxter Summer Concert Series continues Saturday evening as another Nashville recording artist comes to Mountain Home. Jameson Rodgers will be headliner the Farmers and Merchants Bank Stage at Hickory Park. Mountain Home Mayor Hillrey Adams recently
The Cotter School Board of Education met for a relatively short regular session Thursday night. The meeting was called to order at 6:55 and ended at 7:29. Employment contracts were recommended and offered to Terry Schuman, Michael
Heavy rain falls during a delay in the third inning of a baseball game between the St. Louis Cardinals and the Washington Nationals Friday in St. Louis. (Photo courtesy of Associated Press) ST. LOUIS (AP) – The
The Mountain Home MacLeod American Legion baseball took another step toward a state championship on Friday. MacLeod began bracket play in the Arkansas 17-and-Under State Tournament at Conway by doubling up Texarkana 6-3 in the quarterfinals. Mountain
OSAGE BEACH, Mo. (AP) – A small plane crashed Thursday in a wooded area near the Lake of the Ozarks in central Missouri, killing two of the three occupants. Killed were Hayden Ritchhart, 22, of Carrollton, Missouri,
The Mountain Home Diamonds had mixed results Friday as they continued bracket play in the Fastpitch America Softball Association Class C 16-and-Under and 18-and-Under World Series at Branson. The Diamonds suffered their first loss in the bracket
Ivianna Jordan (left) and Brodrick Hardman (Photos courtesy of Arkansas State Police) An Amber Alert issued Thursday night for a missing North Little Rock girl has been canceled. The North Little Rock Police say 4-year-old Ivianna Jordan
Listen to the July 14 evening update from the Arkansas Now Newsroom: Westerman issued the warning in a letter Tuesday to Veterans Affairs Secretary Denis McDonough; The Arkansas Public Service Commission has determined that the 870 area
The U.S. Department of Defense, in partnership with the Delta Regional Authority, has been providing no-cost medical services to the Twin Lakes area with Innovative Readiness Training. The clinic is set up on the Yellville-Summit School District
The Mountain Home Hurricanes swim team’s practice session for Friday morning has been canceled. Hurricanes coach Hope Normandy says the practice scheduled for 7:30 at the Mountain Home City Pool was called off due to the weather.
The Mountain Home Diamonds continue action in the Fastpitch America Softball Association Class C 16-and-Under and 18-and-Under World Series Friday at Branson. The Diamonds’ next opponent will be Indy Edge Mundy from Indianapolis. The first pitch at
American Legion baseball is included on the local Friday schedule as the postseason continues for one of Mountain Home’s junior teams. MacLeod was able to advance to bracket play in the Arkansas 17-and-Under State Tournament in Conway,
The St. Louis Cardinals return from the All-Star break with a six-game home stand. The Redbirds will begin Friday with a three-game series against the Washington Nationals. St. Louis is currently in last place in the National
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is scheduling a full road closure for Highway 178 across Bull Shoals Dam July 31 beginning at 6:30a.m. until August 2 at 5p.m. Officials will deploy and remove equipment used
A man from Harrison has been arrested and released following an alleged number of break-ins at his place of employment. According to the probable cause affidavit, on June 18 the owner of the business contacted the Boone
With summer in full swing in the Twin Lakes area, KTLO’s Heather Loftis recently sat down with Baxter County Sheriff Montgomery to discuss this busy time for the department, as well as future prospects. Listen: click to
North Arkansas Electric Cooperative (NAEC) is accepting bids on a number of items until July 21. NAEC has six trucks, a side-by-side, a brush cutter and a forklift for sale to the highest bidder. The items may
Main Street Arkansas works to strengthen and preserve historic downtowns and Main Street districts across the state. It provides technical assistance, resources and ongoing education to local programs to help them implement and excel in the Main
Eric Lunnen was recently promoted to Anstaff Market President. KTLO, Classic Hits and the Boot’s Heather Loftis Spoke with Lunnen about his recent promotion, current banking trends, interest rates and how local banks are important and effective
Ivianna Jordan (left) and Brodrick Hardman (Photos courtesy of Arkansas State Police) An Amber Alert has been issued for a missing North Little Rock child. Authorities are searching for 4-year-old Ivianna Jordan and the suspect in her
Ken Bragg (Photo courtesy of Arkansas State Legislature) LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) – Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders has appointed a former state legislator to the Arkansas Board of Education as it prepares to implement her education overhaul.
The Mountain Home Diamonds won their bracket opener in the Fastpitch America Softball Association Class C 16-and-Under and 18-and-Under World Series on a winning note Thursday at Branson. The Diamonds picked up their second straight win over
Listen to the July 11 evening update from the Arkansas Now Newsroom: Senator Boozman pressing to prevent Veteran Suicide; Arkansas to largest airports pushing against adding more flights. Arkansas State Board of Education approved emergency rules governing
Listen to the July 13 morning update from the Arkansas Now Newsroom: Little Rock City Officials and local homeless advocates participate in groundbreaking ceremony on $3 million project; Medical marijuana sales on track to set a new
Bracket play begins Thursday in the Fastpitch America Softball Association Class C 16-and-Under and 18-and-Under World Series at Branson, and a local squad will start against a team they defeated in pool play. The Mountain Home Diamonds’
The Twin Lakes Golf Course will be hosting a benefit for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital next month. The 10th-annual James Henderson Memorial Golf Tournament is scheduled for Aug. 5 with a rain date set for the
Customers and staff at the Humane Society of North Central Arkansas thrift shop had quite a surprise when a vehicle crashed into the front of the building earlier this month. According to the incident report from the
The Baxter County Sheriff’s Department is notifying the public a new sex offender has registered with the office. Sheriff John Montgomery states 47-year-old Jason Stringer has moved to 274 County Road 988 in Mountain Home. Stringer has
A sex offender is currently in the Ozark County Jail on an allegation of not residing where he was registered. Brian Cuthbertson is facing charges of failure to register as a sex offender and resisting arrest. According
William Robert “Billy” Dearmore, a recently retired officer from the Mountain Home Police Department (MHPD), has died. MHPD Chief Eddie Griffin spoke to KTLO, Classic Hits and the Boots News concerning the passing of recently retired MHPD
The Baxter Day Service Center is a non-profit corporation financially supported by the Arkansas Department of Human Services. KTLO, Classic Hits and the Boots Bob Van Haaren Spoke with Paul Neal, Executive Director of the Baxter day
The Mountain Home Lockeroom American Legion baseball team had a tough road trip on Wednesday as they were swept in a makeup doubleheader at Paragould. The Lockeroom lost the first game by a final of 7-3. Mountain
The season came to an end for the Mountain Home Alley-White American Legion baseball team Thursday at Conway. Alley-White finished pool play in the Arkansas 17-and-Under State Tournament with a 13-9 loss to Cabot. Bryce Ott ended
The Mountain Home Diamonds wrapped up pool play in the Fastpitch American Softball Association Class C 16-and-Under and 18-and-Under World Series with their second straight lopsided win. The Diamonds routed the Southern Illinois Vipers 11-1 Wednesday in
Listen to the July 12 evening update from the Arkansas Now Newsroom: 2 men are dead after shooting on Pine St in Little Rock; 47 year old man arrested in connection to a homicide near College Station;
Missouri Sen. Karla May, D-St. Louis, shakes hands with a fellow lawmaker as she enters the House chamber to hear the State of the State address, Jan. 18 in Jefferson City. May is running for U.S. Senate
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) – Medical marijuana sales in Arkansas are on track to set a new record this year, state officials said. From January through June, patients spent $141 million to buy a little more than
The Arkansas Department of Health has issued a boil water order for Alpena Waterworks in Boone County and Mountain View Waterworks in Stone County. The boil order for Alpena Waterworks was issued Friday due to a construction
Tuesday evening the Baxter County Quorum held its regular meeting with standing room only and many topics discussed. Baxter County Judge Kevin Litty was a guest Wednesday on KTLO’s morning show with Heather Loftis to discuss the
JOPLIN, Mo. (AP) – A man has been sentenced to nine years in prison for raping a Washington detainee at a Missouri rest stop while transporting her to a Minnesota jail, the U.S. Department of Justice announced
Heat Advisories have been issued for North Central Arkansas as dangerous heat will create “feels like” temperatures of up to 107 degrees today. Meteorologist Justin Condrey from the National Weather Service (NWS) in Little Rock has details
The Mountain Home Diamonds will wrap up pool play in in the Fastpitch American Softball Association Class C 16-and-Under and 18-and-Under World Series Wednesday in Branson. The Diamonds will be paired with the Southern Illinois Vipers. The
American Legion baseball makes up much of the local Wednesday schedule as Mountain Home’s two junior teams wrap up pool play in the Arkansas 17-and-Under State Tournament. Alley-White will be back at Bear Stadium on the campus
The Mountain Home Diamonds began action in the Fastpitch American Softball Association Class C 16-and-Under and 18-and-Under World Series Tuesday in Branson. The Diamonds started on a rough note as they fell 7-4 to Sugar and Spice
The Mountain Home Alley-White American Legion baseball team picked up its first victory in the Arkansas 17-and-Under State Tournament on Tuesday. After being down 8-1 early on, Alley-White made a comeback and got past Conway 11-9 on
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Arkansas pitcher Cody Adcock and infielder Caleb Cali were selected on the third and final day of the 2023 MLB Draft. Adcock was taken by the Cincinnati Reds in the 13th round (No. 378
The office of the Arkansas Commissioner of State Lands is underway with another round of tax-delinquent property auctions. The auctions to be held in north central Arkansas will be held throughout the month of August. The first
Jesse May (Photo courtesy of Izard County Sheriff’s Office) A response to an area emergency room for a domestic situation has led to the arrest of an Izard County man. Twenty-one-year-old Jesse May II of Pineville was
The Baxter County Quorum Court’s regular July session began with a few presentations, and one was courtesy of the North Central Arkansas Chamber Foundation to propose a partnership for the purpose of addressing economic development. Matt Sharp
Outreach staff for the Arkansas Secretary of State will be offering mobile office services to residents in Baxter County Thursday at the Donald W. Reynolds Library serving Baxter County. Outreach Director Henry Jones spoke with KTLO News
Listen to the July 11 evening update from the Arkansas Now Newsroom: Man will spend the rest of his life in prison for August 2021 murder; Man arrested in connection with internet stalking of a child and
During Thursday night’s city council meeting, the city of Mountain Home entered into an economic development partnership with the North Central Arkansas Chamber Foundation at a cost of $40,000, but the vote was not unanimous. Susan Stockton
Listen to the July 11 morning update from the Arkansas Now Newsroom: State police partners with NHTSA for “Speeding Slows You Down” campaign; Jason Mitchell named interim football coach at White Hall; Lottery raises over $114 million
Sheriff John Montgomery was a guest Tuesday morning on KTLO’s morning show with Heather Loftis to discuss a recent data breach at the Sheriff’s office as well upcoming requests for technology upgrades and a full time IT
The Mountain Home MacLeod American Legion baseball team was able to dominate its opener in the Arkansas 17-and-Under State Tournament at Hot Springs. MacLeod breezed past the Little Rock Rockets with a final score of 8-1. WebReadyTM
The Mountain Home Alley-White American Legion baseball team began the Arkansas 17-and-Under State Tournament on a rough note Monday in Conway. Alley-White fell to Maumelle 5-1. Coty Foster suffered the defeat as he pitched a complete game
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Arkansas pitcher Hunter Hollan as well as outfielders Tavian Josenberger, Jace Bohrofen and Jared Wegner heard their names called on day two of the 2023 MLB Draft. Hollan was drafted by the Cincinnati Reds
ST. LOUIS, Mo., July 10, 2023 – The St. Louis Cardinals continued their 2023 Major League Baseball Draft, selecting eight players on the second day of the three-day event. The Cardinals selections by position included five pitchers
Another event is scheduled for this month to help pay for improvements to Twin Lakes Golf Course. The Pink Ball Club Benefit Tournament is set for July 22, with a rain date set for the following Saturday,
American Legion baseball makes up the local Tuesday schedule as Mountain Home’s two junior teams will continue pool play in the Arkansas 17-and-Under State Tournament. MacLeod will have the first game of the day at Hot Springs
Brian Radcliff (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) A response to a fire in a residential shop resulted in a rural Mountain Home man being arrested on two outstanding warrants. Fifty-one-year-old Brian Radcliff was also booked
The Baxter County Quorum Court will hold its monthly meeting Tuesday night at 6 in the 2nd floor Courtroom of the Baxter County Courthouse, and a presentation from the North Central Arkansas Chamber Foundation is among the
The Marion County Quorum Court will hold its monthly meeting Tuesday night at 6. Items on the agenda include and ordinance to appropriate additional funds for jurors and witnesses; an ordinance to appropriate funds for advertising; an
The Norfork City Council will hold a workshop meeting Tuesday night at 6:30 at Norfork City Hall. On the agenda will be continued discussion of a short term rental ordinance. All meeting documents are available on the
The Briarcliff City Council will hold its monthly meeting Tuesday afternoon at 3. The council will hear an ordinance to change the Maintenance Assistant position. In addition, the council will revisit the Fun Parks Grant approval for
Coach Steve Hunter (left) announced his retirement last month. His son, Jordan will step into the position of interim men’s basketball coach for the Northark Pioneers. (Photo courtesy of North Arkansas College) A leader of an athletic
Listen to the July 10 evening update from the Arkansas Now Newsroom: 3 People injured after a police car was hit during an arrest in Mayflower; Multiple agency’s seize more than 2lbs of cocaine in Jefferson County;
Missouri Gov. Mike Parson delivers the State of the State address on Jan. 18 in Jefferson City. Parson on Friday, June 30, signed a close to $52 billion state budget that includes billions of dollars in funding
Listen to the July 10 midday update from the Arkansas Now Newsroom: Former state politician Charlie Daniels dead at 83; LIHEAP energy assistance available to some low-income residents; Man accused of murdering mother, sister 1 kilo of
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A search of a vehicle considered suspicious resulted in the location of an improvised explosive device (IED) early Sunday morning in Howell County. The device was safely removed, and the two occupants of the vehicle were taken
Image courtesy of Mountain Home Bomber Football A pair of memorials are coming in Mountain Home Public Schools for a former assistant high school football coach and Arkansas Razorback. The Mountain Home Education Foundation is starting a
Image courtesy of University of Arkansas FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Arkansas pitcher Jaxon Wiggins was selected by the Chicago Cubs in the second round (68th overall) of the 2023 MLB Draft. The hard-throwing right-hander, the Hogs’ lone selection
ST. LOUIS, Mo., July 9, 2023 – The St. Louis Cardinals selected outfielder Chase Davis out of the University of Arizona with their first-round selection (21st overall) in the 2023 Major League Baseball Draft. Davis, a native
Three area women suffered minor injuries when the utility task vehicle (UTV) they were in overturned early Sunday morning in Howell County. Lynnsey Foster of Viola, Sara Erby of Pineville and Josie Guffey of Moody, all age
The postseason gets underway Monday for Mountain Home’s two American Legion junior baseball teams. MacLeod and Alley-White will begin pool play in the Arkansas 17-and-Under State Tournament. Alley-White will begin its run on the campus of the
One partnership was established last week, and another is in the works to address economic development in the Twin Lakes Area. During Thursday’s Mountain Home City Council meeting, an agreement was reached with the North Central Arkansas
The U.S. Department of Defense, in partnership with the Delta Regional Authority, will bring no cost medical services to the Twin Lakes area with Innovative Readiness Training (IRT).The clinic will set up on the campus of Yellville
The Mountain Home Planning Commission will hold its monthly meeting Monday afternoon at 1 in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building. Items on the agenda include approval of a sketch plan located at the end of
The Gassville Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing Monday evening at 6 at the Community Center located at 204 S. School Street. The commission will consider a property rezoning request from Residential (R-1) to
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Missouri Rep. Crystal Quade stands in front of a map displaying Missouri’s 163 House districts in an office at the state Capitol, Jan. 14, 2019, in Jefferson City. Quade, the Missouri House minority leader, is running for
St. Louis Cardinals’ Wilson Contreras (40) high fives Nolan Arenado after they scored on Contreras’ two-run home run against the Chicago White Sox during the fourth inning of a baseball game, Sunday in Chicago. (Photo courtesy of
TROY, Mo. (AP) – A Missouri deputy died when his motorcycle was struck by a man suspected of drunk-driving, authorities said. Steven Tucker, 60, of Troy, Missouri, was off-duty riding his Harley-Davidson around 7:25 p.m. Saturday on
The Mountain Home Lockeroom American Legion baseball team’s outing at Paragould on Sunday has been postponed due to the weather. The Lockeroom’s other game with Paragould at Cooper Park was also called off this past week. Head
The Mountain Home Hurricanes swim team picked up its second win of the season as they were at the home pool. The Hurricanes beat Harrison, Jonesboro, Paragould and Pocahontas. Liam McKee (8), Parker Kohler (9), Farrah Coleman
The Mountain Home Lockeroom American Legion baseball team is set for another road trip on Sunday. The Lockeroom will head to Crowley’s Ridge for an outing with Paragould. The first pitch is scheduled for 1:30. WebReadyTM Powered
A fire destroyed a fifth-wheel camper and damaged other campers at a local RV resort last weekend. No one was injured from the blaze. According to a Northeast Lakeside Fire Department spokesperson, personnel responded to the Chaparral
Myka Moore (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) A woman was arrested last weekend on accusations of assaulting an elderly female and striking and kicking a deputy responding to the incident. Thirty-two-year-old Myka Moore was booked
Four Arkansas artists will be honored in the U.S. Capitol in 2024 as winners of the annual Congressional Art Competition. A local teen from Norfork High School, Liza Shaddy, was selected to represent Arkansas’ 1st Congressional District
The Howell County Sheriff’s Office announced Thursday the retirement of K9 Otis. With the recent passage of Missouri Constitutional Amendment 3, which legalized the recreational use of marijuana, the Howell County Sheriff’s Office was forced to retire
Umpire Lance Barrett (left) wipes the arm of St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Giovanny Gallegos with a towel during the eighth inning of a baseball game against the Chicago White Sox, Saturday in Chicago. (Photo courtesy of
St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Miles Mikolas throws during the first inning of a baseball game against the Chicago White Sox, Saturday in Chicago. (Photo courtesy of Associated Press) CHICAGO (AP) – Miles Mikolas has been working
Authorities are searching for two drivers suspected in an early morning hit-and-run resulting in the death of a man in Springdale. Thirty-nine-year-old Keith Emerson was pronounced dead after being transported to a local hospital. According to the
Donald Bobbitt (Photo courtesy of University of Arkansas) LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) – The University of Arkansas System’s president will keep his job for two more years with no pay raise, under a contract extension approved this
A man reported missing in Boone County during the winter has been located. A Facebook post from the Boone County Sheriff’s Office says 28-year-old Jacob Paul Lipe was found safe and alive. Lipe had been reported missing
Another power outage is affecting several members of North Arkansas Electric Cooperative Saturday morning. According to the cooperative’s outage map, 2,226 of its members in Baxter County are without power. There are also 13 outages being reported
Mountain Home’s two American Legion junior baseball teams squared off Friday at Cooper Park in their final home outings. MacLeod doubled up Alley-White 12-6. Nate Henderson got the win in relief with 2 1/3 innings, two strikeouts
Chicago White Sox’s Luis Robert Jr. (88) celebrates with teammate Eloy Jiminez (74) after hitting a sole home run during the seventh inning of a baseball game against the St. Louis Cardinals, Friday in Chicago (Photo courtesy
A Gainesville man suffered moderate injuries after his motorcycle hit a deer Thursday morning. Fifty-nine-year-old Flloyd Collins was transported by ambulance to Baxter Health. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, Collins was traveling on Missouri Highway
Another local bank is reporting a scam to its customers. Century Bank of the Ozarks posted on Facebook Friday customers are receiving calls appearing to come from the bank on the caller ID. According to the bank,
Dani Pugsley The annual Red, White and Blue Festival was held in Mountain Home two weeks ago. The festival was highly attended, and it has led the Mountain Home Chamber of Commerce to be hopeful of what’s
photo courtesy of United Methodists of Arkansas On Sunday, First United Methodist Church (FUMC) in Mountain Home will host guest preacher Bishop Laura Merrill. Bishop Merrill was part of a historic election within the denomination as she
The Chuck Morton Memorial Junior Championship came to an end Friday at Big Creek Golf and Country Club. Jack-Henry Wise shot a master final round of 67 to win the boys’ title. Wise ended up with a
Tommy Edman (Photo courtesy of St. Louis Cardinals) CHICAGO (AP) — The St. Louis Cardinals placed infielder/outfielder Tommy Edman on the 10-day injured list with right wrist inflammation Friday before their game against the Chicago White Sox
Listen to the July 7 evening update from the Arkansas Now Newsroom: Arkansas State Board of Education to take over school district; Double stabbing in Helena/West Helena; AR/MO Railroad announces new schedule. Hunt is on for an
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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey announced Thursday the United States District Court for the Western District of Louisiana granted his motion to block top officials in the federal government from continuing to violate
The Arkansas Department of Health has issued a boil water order for all of the Pyatt Waterworks water system in Marion County. The boil order was issued Thursday due the total coliform in the water being a
CAPE GIRARDEAU — A woman plead guilty to federal charges Thursday and admitted fraudulently applying for a $167,999 Payroll Protection Program loan during the coronavirus pandemic for a Poplar Bluff, Missouri business she did not run or
Listen to the July 7 morning update from the Arkansas Now Newsroom: State police investigate officer-involved shooting in Pine Bluff; Arkansas-Missouri Railroad announces new ride schedules for July; Pet foundation announces reduced adoption fees Benton police investigate
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) – The former vice president of a Missouri bank pleaded guilty Thursday to embezzling more than a half-million dollars. Angela Flippin, 51, of Jamestown, entered the guilty plea in federal court in Jefferson
The Chuck Morton Memorial Junior Golf Championship began its two-day run Thursday at Big Creek Golf and Country Club. Cole Kirby is the top golfer on the boys’ side as he leads the 16-to-18 age group with
American Legion baseball makes up the local Friday schedule as all three of Mountain Home’s teams will be in action. The Lockeroom will have the first of two straight road trips as they meet Paragould. The first
St. Louis Cardinals third baseman Nolan Arenado (28) is congratulated by his teammates after hitting a solo home run in the sixth inning of a baseball game against the Miami Marlins, Thursday in Miami (Photo courtesy of
A former Mountain Home man was recently sentenced to life in prison for the murder of an elderly Hardin County, Iowa man who had given him shelter. Twenty-four-year-old Osborn Eugene Gavel was found guilty after a week-long
In a 6-2 vote Thursday night, the Mountain Home City Council approved an economic development partnership with the North Arkansas Central Chamber Foundation for $40,000. The North Arkansas Central Chamber Foundation, a 501(c)3 established in 2012, is
Slim Chickens, a fast-casual restaurant chain founded in Fayetteville, is coming to Mountain Home. Scott Davis, co-owner of the Davis Hull and Rowden Group, spoke with KTLO’s Heather Loftis on why they chose Mountain Home to open
An Izard County man is facing multiple theft charges in connection to stolen property from Sharp County. According to the probable cause affidavit, the Izard County Sheriff’s Office was notified of a stolen property report filed in
An Izard County man has been arrested after failing to comply with registration requirements as a registered sex offender. According to the probable cause affidavit, the Izard County Sheriff’s Office received a report on June 20 from
A Howell County man involved in a hit and run accident Monday afternoon near West Plains has been arrested.According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, 39-year-old Justin Kimbell of Mountain View failed to stop at a stop
Several area businesses are among those being honored by Arkansas Business in their annual “Best Places to Work” survey. According to their website, the publication’s honorees are determined by a survey which incudes sections that examine leadership
Listen to the July 6 evening update from the Arkansas Now Newsroom: Death of a teen on Tuesday confirmed to be caused by fireworks; 45 mile police chase ends in Florida man in custody; Funeral for Ryan
Listen to the July 6 midday update from the Arkansas Now Newsroom: Metroplan in Little Rock plans expansion; Ark. Treasurer Mark Lowry suffers another stroke, is hospitalized. Criminal trial for Johnson County Sheriff set to begin in
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — A Springfield man who plead guilty in federal court Wednesday is the final defendant convicted for his role in a conspiracy to distribute heroin in Greene County, Mo. Forty-one-year-old James D. Elbert plead guilty
The second-annual North Central Arkansas Fellowship of Christian Athletes Golf Tournament is scheduled for July 17 at Big Creek Golf and Country Club. The shotgun start for the four-person scramble is set for 11. The entry fee
The Mountain Home Lockeroom American Legion baseball team will be at Cooper Park for the first time since the Mickey Huskey Twin Lakes Classic. The Lockeroom is set to host Paragould on Thursday. The first pitch at
A two-vehicle crash Wednesday morning in northwest Arkansas resulted in three people being killed, including two from Cotter. Forty-six-year-old Michael Weiss and 44-year-old Amy Weiss were both pronounced dead following the accident in Carroll County. Twenty-year-old Abigail
A report made of individuals locked in the back of a U-haul led to the arrest of a Baxter County man. On July 4, the Mountain Home Police Department dispatched to a report of individuals locked in
A Marion County man has been arrested in Baxter County for allegedly stealing an EBT card and using nearly the full amount allotted. According to the recently released probable cause affidavit in the case, on March 11,
A Marion County man has been arrested after a homeowner observed him enter her home through her security system. According to the probable cause affidavit, the Marion County Sheriff’s Office received a report from a homeowner on
Saturday afternoon the North Central Arkansas Area Team with Operation Christmas Child will host team meet and greet at The Reach Center from Noon until 2. The event is open to the public and to all interested
The Mountain Home City Council will hold its regular scheduled meeting Thursday night at 6 in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building. Items on the agenda include an ordinance to rezone a property zoned as residential
While school is out for regular session, one area school district is giving its students in pre-kindergarten through eighth grade an opportunity to continue learning during the summer. The Izard County School District wrapped up its first
The Baxter County Airport Commission will hold its regular monthly meeting Thursday evening at 6 in the airport terminal building. Items on the agenda include immediate airport improvement projects, status of hangar maintenance, event planning and personnel
Miami Marlins’ Joey Wendle is doused after two runs scored on his single and a throwing error by St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Jordan Hicks during the ninth inning of a baseball game Wednesday in Miami. (Photo
The Baxter County Sheriff’s Office has released an activity report for the holiday weekend. According to Sheriff John Montgomery, for the Independence Day holiday weekend period running from Friday June 30 through Tuesday July 4, the
Listen to the July 5 evening update from the Arkansas Now Newsroom: 2 People were hurt during a fireworks show in Cherokee Village; Governor Sanders Announces Brandon Adams as Newest Arkansas Game and Fish Commissioner; $1 million
Photos courtesy of Tobias Pugsley Storms caused damage to a Baxter Health office on Wednesday. The administration building located on Buttercup Drive had its roof torn off, causing its floors to be flooded. No injuries have been
Due to the recent storm in Searcy County, the Searcy County Sheriff’s Office is without power. According to Searcy County Sheriff Kenny Cassell, in case of an emergency residents can call 911, but all other services
St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Adam Wainwright walks from the mound after being relieved during the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Miami Marlins, Tuesday in Miami. (Photo courtesy of Associated Press) MIAMI (AP) –
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Wednesday afternoon storms in the Twin Lakes area caused a number of trees to fall, which knocked out power for area residents. As of 1:35 over 1450 Entergy customers were without power, with the majority of customers
Listen to the July 5 midday update from the Arkansas Now Newsroom: 10,000 pounds of food given to residents around the North Little Rock Area Monday; 2 people hurt during fireworks show in Cherokee Village; Little Rock
Listen to the July 5 morning update from the Arkansas Now Newsroom: Suspect in Little Rock homicide arrested in another state; Marion High School band performs at 4th of July parade in Washington; Benton police K-9 receives
American Legion baseball makes up the local Wednesday schedule as both of Mountain Home’s junior teams will be in action. Alley-White is back at Cooper Park for the first time in two weeks as they face Southside
Technology has evolved quickly over the years and it is no different with the recent introduction of ChatGPT and artificial intelligence (AI). Jonathan Duval, a field technician with local tech company Tech Authority Incorporated, recently spoke with
All three months of this year’s second quarter ended up with below-average rainfall, but the Twin Lakes Area remains above average for the first half of the year. In addition, June ended up being the second straight
A local theater is celebrating more than a half century of presenting stage productions in the area. The Twin Lakes Playhouse is considered a local treasure giving the countless people over its history the opportunity to express
An area juvenile suffered moderate injuries following a one-vehicle accident Monday morning in Ozark County. The unidentified 17-year-old male from West Plains reportedly sought his own treatment. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the teen was
The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission (AGFC) has awarded 21 permits to hunters to hunt elk on public land during two seasons this year. Winners were drawn during the Buffalo River Elk Festival, June 24, in Jasper.
The Rural Fire Protection Program (RFP), managed by the Arkansas Department of Agriculture’s Forestry Division (Forestry Division), announced Friday they are awarding 91 wildland fire suppression kits to rural fire departments across 46 counties in Arkansas. The
The North Arkansas Youth Center (NAYC) in Cotter will hold its annual fundraiser this Saturday starting with dinner at 5:30. An auction will take place throughout the evening with The Jerry Hopper Band offering entertainment. Mark Khapshandy
Brandon Maple and Jim Wood were crowned the winners of the Firecracker Par 3 Tournament at Big Creek Golf and Country Club. All four flights of Tuesday’s tournament had to be decided by tiebreakers. Maple and Wood
St. Louis Cardinals’ Nolan Arenado tosses his helmet after he struck out swinging during the fifth inning of a baseball game against the Miami Marlins, Tuesday in Miami. (Photo courtesy of Associated Press) MIAMI (AP) – Jesús
Listen to the July 4 midday update by the Arkansas Now Newsroom: Mount Vernon man dies in White County crash; Helena-West Helena gets loan for water system repairs; Westrock Coffee to expand Conway distribution center Boy abducted
An Oakland woman suffered what was termed a “suspected serious injury” in a one-vehicle accident in northwestern Baxter County. Twenty-seven-year-old Hayley Paslay was transported by ambulance to Baxter Health. According to a report from the Baxter County
An Ava man sustained minor injuries in a single motorcycle accident Saturday morning five miles north of Good Hope. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the driver, 18-year-old Dalton Smith, was traveling northbound on Missouri Route
A 24-year-old man charged with attacking another person with a beer bottle, lawn chair and his bare hands, pled guilty to the charges against him in Baxter County Circuit Court Monday. Twenty-four-year-old Michael Jay Rose was sentenced
On Monday, the Arkansas Department of Agriculture announced the grant recipients of the eighth annual Arkansas Farmers Market Promotion Program. This program, administered by the Arkansas Department of Agriculture and funded by the Farm Credit Associations of
Monday marked the one-year anniversary of a fire damaging 26 boats and a boat dock on Tracy Ferry Marina. The motor on a watercraft was running when it suddenly exploded and burst into flames. Since last year’s
The Arkansas Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Commission (ANRC) on June 22 approved over $702 million in funding for 122 water and wastewater projects serving more than 1.2 million Arkansans. The ANRC approves and provides financial assistance
Miami Marlins’ Nick Fortes hits a single to score Jon Berti during the seventh inning of a baseball game against the St. Louis Cardinals, Monday in Miami. (Photo courtesy of Associated Press) MIAMI (AP) – Nick Fortes
Photo courtesy of St. Louis Cardinals MIAMI (AP) – The St. Louis Cardinals on Monday signed right-handed pitcher Chen-Wei Lin, the franchise’s first player signed out of Taiwan. The 21-year-old Lin is a native of Tainan City,
Listen to the July 3 evening update by the Arkansas Now Newsroom: Arkansas attorney general appeals ruling delaying LEARNS Act; Protesters gather at Capitol on state employee pay-raise policies Conway gang member to serve life in prison
Cody Hiland speaks at the old state Supreme Court chamber at the Arkansas Capitol in Little Rock Monday after Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders, right, announced his appointment to the Supreme Court. Hiland will fill the vacancy of
ST. LOUIS (AP) – Nearly 75,000 people were still without power Monday morning after a weekend storm ripped through the St. Louis region, killing two people. In St. Louis, a 33-year-old woman died in her parked car
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Xane Norton (Photos courtesy of West Plains Police Department) A West Plains man is accused of driving across and causing damage to a golf course in the city and to West Plains High School. Nineteen-year-old Xane Norton
Sara Hamilton (Photo courtesy of Omaha School District) An area school district has selected its first leader for its new athletic program. Omaha High School Administrative Assistant Sara Hamilton was recently named the head coach of the
Michael Ransom Hobbs, II of Mountain Home has had a long list of criminal charges filed against him through the years, ranging from stealing concrete lawn ornaments to selling and possessing drugs. Hobbs appeared in Baxter County
Image courtesy of American Optometric Association With the Fourth of July being Tuesday, KTLO, Classic Hits and the Boot’s Bob Van Haaren spoke with Mountain Home Fire Marshal Shawn Loftin to discuss firework safety and local city
Photo courtesy of Kevin Bodenhamer This time of year marks the Fourth of July holiday period, but it’s also the anniversary of a scary moment on Norfork Lake. Monday marks one year since a fire damaged 26
One of the Twin Lakes Area’s biggest annual fireworks shows on the Fourth of July will be over Bull Shoals Dam. Kevin Eastwold recently told KTLO, Classic Hits and The Boot’s Matt Sharp Tuesday’s fireworks can be
Photo courtesy of KAIT A six-year-old child abducted Saturday in Jonesboro was later found safe in Missouri. Authorities state 19-year-old Denzel Lara and the boy were found in Butler County Saturday night. According to KAIT, Jonesboro officers
Alyssia Barton was able to extend her first round lead and win the Big Creek Golf and Country Club Women’s Stroke Play Championship on Sunday. Barton took home $70 after a two-day total of 154. Judy Matty
New York Yankees’ Harrison Bader tips his cap to fans as he steps up to bat during the first inning in the second game of a baseball doubleheader against the St. Louis Cardinals Saturday in St. Louis.
A Gassville woman was seriously injured in a two-vehicle accident Saturday morning in southeast Missouri. Sixty-nine-year-old Connie Keller was transported by ambulance to Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, Keller was
A 19-year-old Midway man appeared in Baxter County Circuit Court Monday and entered a not guilty plea to charges stemming from an incident at Baxter Health in late May. Christopher Richard Jorsch, Jr., is alleged to have
A Thayer teen, Gracyn Rouse, was recently crowned the 2023 Miss Missouri Teen. She will go on to represent Missouri in the 2024 Miss America’s Teen pageant and will spend her year promoting her Community Service Initiative
The City of Yellville will be bringing local residents a new opportunity to celebrate Independence Day this year. Tuesday night at 9 a fireworks show will be presented in city park. Lyn Baker chairman of the City
This summer, the Donald W. Reynolds Library Serving Baxter County is offering a variety of reading programs and activities for all ages. The Summer Reading Program, All Together Now, has reading challenges for all ages, including babies
The Mountain Home Lockeroom American Legion baseball team was able to win the Rigdon Pool in the Glen Winget Memorial Tournament Saturday at Bartlesville, Oklahoma. The Lockeroom defeated Springfield Kickapoo 4-1. Reece Ducker got the victory on
Alyssia Barton has the first round lead in the Big Creek Golf and Country Club Women’s Stroke Play Championship. Barton ended up with a 76 on Saturday. Judy Matty is second with an 88, and Barbara Wood
Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders, right, and Arkansas Secretary of Education Jacob Oliva discuss several aspects of the LEARNS Act on Monday evening, April 24, in the Simpson Theatre at Arkansas State University’s Fowler Center in Jonesboro.
Missouri Gov. Mike Parson delivers the State of the State address on Jan. 18 in Jefferson City. Parson on Friday signed a close to $52 billion state budget that includes billions of dollars in funding to expand
Several area residents are experiencing a power outage Saturday afternoon. North Arkansas Electric Cooperative is reporting 1,160 of its members in Baxter County are without power. According to a spokesperson, a power line burned down on U.S.
Photo courtesy of Whole Hog Sports) The drowning of a former Mountain Home High School assistant football coach and Arkansas Razorback quarterback was not caused by riptides, according to officials in Florida. The Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office
The Mountain Home Lockeroom American Legion baseball team was able to pick up its first win in the Glen Winget Memorial Tournament Friday at Bartlesville, Oklahoma. In a matchup between Arkansas teams, the Lockeroom edged out Bryant
The Mountain Home Alley-White American Legion baseball team’s last road trip of the regular season was a successful one as they were able to sweep Heber Springs. Alley-White took the first game 17-7. Bryce Ott was credited
The skies darken, and tarp covers the field as rain threatens the scheduled start of a baseball game between the St. Louis Cardinals and the New York Yankees Friday in St. Louis. (Photo courtesy of Associated Press)
St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Jake Woodford throws during the ninth inning of the team’s baseball game against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park, Tuesday, June 20, 2023, in Washington. (Photo courtesy of Associated Press) ST. LOUIS
