A 19-year-old man was arrested and charged in connection with the kidnapping of a 13-year-old girl from Seymour. According to the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, 19-year-old Andrew Fleetwood of Strafford, Mo. was arrested Monday on a 24-hour
Fourteen new residential building permits were issued in February, according to a report from the Mountain Home Building Inspection Department. The permits were issued to Gracybuilt on behalf of Riverwalk Rentals, LLC for buildings located from 310
Photo courtesy of Arkansas Game and Fish Commission Over the past two weeks, Arkansas Game and Fish Commission (AGFC) biologists have taken to the sky to evaluate the status of Arkansas’s elk herd. Preliminary results indicate the
A Baxter County Master Gardeners’ tradition since 1994 is set to continue this weekend. The “Developing an Ozarks Green Thumb” Spring Seminar is scheduled for Saturday from 8 to 3:30 in the Fellowship Center of First United
The winners of the Arkansas Tourism Henry Awards were recently celebrated during the 49th annual Arkansas Governor’s Conferences on Tourism and two local community members were recognized. Norma Sims of Harrison has been named the Tourism Person
During the March Baxter County Quorum Court meeting, a resolution was passed recognizing March 12-18 as AmeriCorp Week in Baxter County. Twin Lakes Literacy Council Executive Director Heather Powell and AmeriCorps representative Tonja Jones talks about the
North Arkansas Electric Cooperative (NAEC), along with the state’s 16 other electric cooperatives, will provide an all-expense-paid trip June 16-22 to Washington, D.C., for a selected group of high school juniors. To apply, download the application at
The Mountain Home City Council will hold its regularly scheduled meeting Thursday night at 6 in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building. With a full agenda, items include request of destruction of equipment and paperwork, auction
The Mountain Home Public Schools Board of Education will hold their regularly scheduled monthly meeting Thursday night at 6 in the Central Office Board Room. Items on the agenda include approval to purchase furniture; approval to use
The Cotter Public School School Board will hold its regularly scheduled monthly Thursday evening at 7. Items on the agenda include the proposed calendar for the 2023-24 school year; contract renewals for Ozark Therapy, Inc. and Shining
Baseball and softball make up much of the local Thursday schedule. The Mountain Home High School baseball team will be back on the road as they step out of conference play for a matchup with Paragould. The
Thursday’s high school soccer schedule includes the first home outing of conference play for Mountain Home. The Bombers and Lady Bombers will welcome Van Buren to the Twin Lakes Area. The junior varsity boys’ match kicks off
A couple of high school softball games featured area teams on Wednesday. Flippin fell at Viola 16-1, and Calico Rock was edged out by Greers Ferry West Side. Two area baseball teams were also in action. Viola
The Arkansas Razorback basketball team is set to begin in third consecutive appearance in the NCAA Tournament Thursday in Des Moines, Iowa. The Hogs’ opening opponent will be Illinois. Arkansas enters the tournament as the eighth-seeded team
Missouri will be in Sacramento, California, for its opener in the NCAA Tournament. The Tigers will have one of Thursday’s earliest games as they will be paired with Utah State. Mizzou is the No. 7 seed in
The first round of the Women’s National Invitational Tournament (WNIT) continues Thursday, and Arkansas, Missouri and Little Rock will be in action. Arkansas will have home court advantage in their opener as they go up against Louisiana
LINCOLN, Neb. – Missouri State women’s basketball (20-12) concluded its season Wednesday night with a 74-65 loss at Nebraska (17-14). Both squads got off to a hot start offensively in Lincoln with the game tied at 15-15
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – No. 7 Arkansas (15-2) completed its midweek sweep of UNLV (5-10) with a 5-2 win on Wednesday afternoon at Baum-Walker Stadium behind a strong start from Ben Bybee and a two-run bast from Jared
Arkansas Sports Media High School Girls Basketball Poll Following is the Overall Top 10 high school girls basketball teams in Arkansas and the top five in Classes 6A, 5A, 4A, 3A, 2A and 1A, as voted
Arkansas Sports Media High School Boys Basketball Poll Following is the Overall Top 10 high school boys basketball teams in Arkansas and the top five in Classes 6A, 5A, 4A, 3A, 2A and 1A, as voted
A bill that aims to require pornography website operators to verify that users in Arkansas are at least 18 years old before allowing access to their site passed the House on Tuesday. Senate Bill 66, by Sen.
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — A monument marking the number of abortions performed in Arkansas before Roe v. Wade was struck down would be built near the state Capitol under a bill lawmakers sent to Gov. Sarah
FORT SMITH, Ark. — The Department of the Air Force has finalized the selection of Ebbing Air National Guard Base in Fort Smith as the site for the new home of the Foreign Military Sales Program (FMS)
Tyson Foods announced the closure of its large chicken processing facility in Van Buren on Monday — a facility open since 1975. Springdale-based Tyson Foods sent 969 employees WARN letters saying the last day of operation is
Mountain Home was among several junior high track teams competing in the Junior Tyson Relays Tuesday at Green Forest. The Junior Bombers finished second in the boys’ team standings. Harrison took the win, Yellville-Summit was seventh, Bergman
The high school track teams from Mountain Home and Mountain View will be in Heber Springs on Wednesday to compete in the Panther Relays. Action begins at 3:30. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
There is baseball and softball scheduled for Wednesday. In high school baseball, Viola hosts Shirley, and Calico Rock travels to Greers Ferry to meet West Side. On the softball schedule, Flippin makes the trip to Viola, and
The search for a missing area teen ended Tuesday night. The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office posted on Facebook 13-year-old Hailey Marie Terrill of Ava has been found safe and returned to their custody. Terrill had been missing
The Mountain Home High School baseball team had a successful road trip on Tuesday as they swept a doubleheader at Siloam Springs. The mercy rule was invoked in the fifth inning of the first game as the
The Mountain Home High School soccer teams had mixed results as they went to Harrison on Tuesday. The Bomber boys played to a 2-2 tie with the Goblins. Kelso Haught and Sergi Carmona scored both of Mountain
Photo courtesy of Horseshoe Bend Chamber of Commerce A staff member of the Horseshoe Bend city offices was fired last week. Accounts Payable Clerk and Izard County District Court Clerk Victoria Bigness received a memo on Friday
Marion County residents can now pay property taxes online. According to County Collector Carla Purdome, credit card payments for property taxes are now being accepted online. Earlier in March, the Collector’s Office began taking credit card payments
On March 24, Baxter County will celebrate its Sesquicentennial Anniversary at the Baxter County Courthouse from 2 until 4.Baxter County Library Historian Vincent Anderson and Vice President of the Baxter County Historical Society Kevin Bodenhamer joined KTLO’s
A Marion County man has been arrested after he allegedly helped his mother break into a house and steal guns last year. Twenty-three-year-old Joshua Garrett Coker of Yellville told law enforcement he had to pawn them because
Last week, the Arkansas Court of Appeals issued a ruling in the case of a Mountain Home man seeking to overturn his conviction. The court rejected 32-year-old Michael Strange’s argument and affirmed the 90-month aggregated sentence he
A high school athletic program in Arkansas will be ineligible to compete for postseason championships in the 2023-2024 school year. The Arkansas Activities Association says Oark High School will be dropping to independent status beginning July 1.
Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders has signed legislation making it easier to sue providers of gender-affirming care for children, a move that could effectively reinstate a blocked ban on such care. Sanders on Monday signed the new
A foot believed to be human was found near the area of Hickory Creek at Beaver Lake, according to a news release Monday from the Benton County Sheriff’s Office. Someone brought the foot to Rogers Fire Station
In a letter to staff early Tuesday, Arkansas State University Mountain Home Chancellor Robin Myers announced his plans to retire.Dr. Myers spoke with KTLO’s Heather Loftis about his tenure with the university. Listen: click to download audio
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State Rep. Mary Bentley, R-Perryville, filed a bill Monday that would add three words to the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act: “of a quorum.” Bentley said those words are needed to define what constitutes a “public meeting.”
The Arkansas Senate on Monday approved a bill restricting transgender people from using the bathroom of their choice at public schools. In a party-line vote, the Senate voted 29-6 to send House Bill 1156 by state Rep.
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — A proposal to end affirmative action by government agencies in Arkansas was tabled by a House panel Monday, following criticism that it could jeopardize dozens of programs around the state. The move
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — Following threats and attacks on public officials, state lawmakers across the U.S. have stepped up efforts to shield personal information from being publicly disclosed about judges, police, elected officeholders and various public
media/00050_Dr.RobinMyers.jpg In a letter to staff early Tuesday, Arkansas State University Mountain Home Chancellor Robin Myers announced his plans to retire. The board of trustees have been notified of his decision and a committee will be
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — The owner of a Kirbyville, Mo., towing company, and the owner of a Springfield, Mo., business have pleaded guilty in federal court to their roles in a conspiracy to illegally tamper with the emissions
Baseball and softball make up much of the local Tuesday schedule. The Mountain Home High School baseball team will be on the road for its 5A-West opener. The Bombers will compete against Siloam Springs for a varsity
Tuesday’s high school soccer schedule includes Mountain Home going to Harrison for another conference outing. The junior varsity boys’ match kicks off at 4 followed by both varsity contests. Elsewhere, Mountain View’s boys host Buffalo Island Central.
Junior high track is included on the local Tuesday schedule. Mountain Home will be joined by Yellville-Summit, Ozark Mountain, Valley Springs and Omaha in Green Forest for the Junior Tyson Relays. Action begins at 3:30. Elsewhere, Mountain
The Mountain Home junior varsity baseball team was able to sweep a doubleheader over Bergman Monday at McClain Park. The J.V. Bombers took the first game 6-4 and won the late game 10-0. In varsity baseball, Flippin
A battle between two baseball teams in the Arkansas State University system occurred Monday night in Arkadelphia. ASU-Mountain Home was able to beat Henderson State’s junior varsity squad 3-1. It was a pitching duel between freshman Brayden
The Mountain Home High School Mr. and Miss candidates have been announced. Mountain Home High School FBLA Chapter has sponsored Mr. and Miss MHHS since 1966. Contestants are selected by the faculty based on the student’s achievements
The Fulton County Courthouse built in 1890 is still used to this day in Salem. Although restored in 1973, it is in need of significant repairs. Substantial water leaks inside the upstairs portion of the courthouse have
A Marion County man is facing multiple charges after threatening harm to his neighbors with an axe. According to the probable cause affidavit, the Marion County Sheriff’s Office dispatched to a residence for a report of an
A Yellville man pled guilty to drug charges during a session of Baxter County Circuit Court Monday. Forty-nine-year-old Timothy Hogg was sentenced to a three year prison term. In late June last year, the vehicle Hogg was
March 14 is Domestic Violence Awareness Day in both Baxter County and the City of Mountain Home. Serenity Inc. will be holding a candlelight vigil Tuesday night at the Baxter County Courthouse Square at 7. This day
The Norfork City Council will hold a workshop meeting Tuesday evening at 6:30 at the Norfork City Hall. Items on the agenda include discussion of the Waste Connections contract; a new police officer update; the Water/Court clerk
The Marion County Quorum Court will hold its regular scheduled meeting Tuesday night at 6. The court will hear ordinances to amend procedures; decrease the budget in the Prosecuting Attorney’s office; compensation; ARPA funds for Have A
On Sunday night, it was announced that Arkansas, Missouri, Little Rock and Missouri State had all made the field in the Women’s National Invitational Tournament. On Monday, all four teams learned the details about their opening round
A Senate panel on Monday passed a bill intended to address a seven-year misinterpretation of state law by the Arkansas Department of Corrections which lawmakers said resulted in nearly 300 inmates convicted of residential burglary losing their
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders announced Monday she will appoint Susan Peacock to the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board. Her term will expire on January 14, 2029, and she will replace Fredrick Black. The Governor has also appointed Board
The Flippin High School Art Department will hold its annual Senior Art Exhibit and Artist Reception Tuesday afternoon from 2 until 5. The event will honor Flippin High School Seniors Sadie Akers, Payne Moussa and Nic
Marion County jurors on the pink panel will need to report for jury duty Tuesday morning at 9 to the Marion County Courthouse.Blue panel jurors will need to report to the courthouse Wednesday morning at 9. WebReadyTM
The Salesville City Council will hold its regularly scheduled meeting Monday evening at 6 in the Salesville City Hall. Items on the agenda include an final read of an ordinance for business license fees; final read on
The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission has removed a courtesy dock due to the high levels of Bull Shoals Lake. Officials removed the dock at the Lakeview Access on Friday. According to Game and Fish, the boat
Baseball and softball make up much of the local Monday schedule. Mountain Home’s junior varsity baseball team will be back at McClain Park as they meet Bergman for a doubleheader. The first game at Pitts Field begins
The Mountain Home seventh grade track teams will be back on the road Monday. The Seventh Grade Bombers and Lady Bombers are set to compete at Harrison. Action begins at 3:30. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
Ron “Wolverine” Bata Power Slap is an organization branding itself as the world’s premier slap fighting promotion. On Saturday, Power Slap held its big finale event at Las Vegas, and a Mountain Home man became the new
The Women’s National Invitational Tournament announced its postseason field Sunday night. This year’s field of 64 teams includes Arkansas, Missouri, Little Rock and Missouri State. Arkansas and Little Rock received two of the 32 automatic bids to
For over 60 years, the Baxter Health Auxiliary has been pivotal in having volunteers assist the hospital where needed, but it has also raised funds for special services and equipment needs at the hospital. One way funds
The driver of a vehicle that caused a fatal crash in Baxter County that killed a woman from Yellville has been arrested. Thirty-nine-year-old Jason Paul Boisclair of Gassville was booked into the Baxter County Detention Center Thursday
A Flippin man who led police on a 20 mile high speed chase during which he attempted to ram police vehicles and drove through backroads and fields appeared in Baxter County Circuit Court Monday. Forty-seven-year-old Mitchell Edward
A Marion County man with a lengthy arrest history is back in jail after allegedly threatening to kill his wife because he thought she was cheating on him. Forty-year-old Joshua Monistere is facing a felony count of
Eligible Arkansans have spent $45.2 million on medical marijuana throughout the state’s 38 dispensaries during the first two years of 2023. A total of $23.1 million was spent in January and $22.4 million in February. Arkansas Department
The city of Mountain Home is partnering with Methvin Sannitation and Waste Connections is preparing for the annual Mountain Home City Limits Spring Clean Up. This year’s event is scheduled for April 24 through 27. Items accepted
The Yellville-Summit School Board will meet in regular session Monday evening at 5:30. Items on the agenda for board action include: Monthly budget and financial reports; The tabled proposed school district calendar 2023-2024; Early and absentee school
The Missouri men’s basketball team learned its postseason fate on Sunday, earning the No. 7 seed in the South Regional and facing No. 10 Utah State on Thursday. Squaring off in Sacramento, California, the Tigers and Aggies
Arkansas State University System’s community college in Beebe has started a campaign to raise the remaining $150,000 needed to complete a gym restoration and court-naming project. Earlier this year, Centennial Bank division announced a $100,000 donation toward
FAYETTEVILLE – Arkansas, seeded eighth in the West Region, will face Illinois, the region’s No. 9 seed, on Thursday in the opening round of the 2023 NCAA Championship. The Razorbacks and Illinois will play in Des Moines,
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – No. 8 Arkansas (13-2) used a nine-run third inning to bury Louisiana Tech (8-7) early and never looked back, completing the weekend series sweep with a 15-6 win on Sunday afternoon at Baum-Walker Stadium.
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – No. 7 Arkansas’ (20-6, 1-2 SEC) quest for its 10th consecutive SEC series win fell short Sunday afternoon at Bogle Park. The Razorbacks dropped Sunday’s rubber match, 9-1 (5), to Texas A&M. The Razorbacks
WEST MEMPHIS, Ark. (AP) – Officials in Arkansas say they are investigating the death of a high school senior as a homicide after the 18-year-old was found dead in a Mississippi national forest. Fredarrious Wilson, who was
Several individual honors were announced Saturday for the Mountain Home High School basketball teams. Junior Braiden Dewey is representing the Bomber boys on the Class 5A All-State team. Dewey is joined on the 5A-West All-Conference team by
Photo courtesy of University of Arkansas ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico – An impressive weekend of performances combined for 63 team points and a national team title for the No. 1 Arkansas Razorbacks at the NCAA Indoor Championships. This
ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico – A national championship decided in the 4 x 400 relay is a very dramatic way to conclude a meet. The Arkansas women, leading by two points over Texas, delivered a world all-time best
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Will McEntire’s complete game powered No. 8 Arkansas (12-2) to a series-clinching 6-1 win over Louisiana Tech (8-6) on Saturday afternoon at Baum-Walker Stadium. With the win, the Hogs clinched their 26th consecutive non-conference
A Mountain Home woman was injured Saturday evening in a one-vehicle accident in Missouri. Seventy-four-year-old Diana Mattson was transported by ambulance to Phelps Health Hospital in Rolla with what were described as moderate injuries. According to the
Baxter Health is welcoming Alison L. Humphrey, MD, to the medical staff. Dr. Humphrey is a board-certified Allergist/Immunologist and board-certified Pediatrician who recently joined Mountain Home ENT & Allergy, the practice of Dr. Paul Neis and Dr.
A 19-year-old man pled guilty in Baxter County Circuit Court Monday to making threats to family members and was sentenced to two years on probation. Logan Michael Wood, who lists a Gassville address on court documents, was
A Harrison man is facing additional forgery charges after he cashes a stolen endorsed check. According to the probable cause affidavit, the Harrison Police Department received a report of a stolen check. The victim reported 39-year-old Brandon
A 46-year-old area man has been arrested for allegedly slapping and threatening to kill a woman. Shane Lee Mitchell of Mountain View, who has a lengthy criminal record, is still in the Stone County Jail. According to
A brand new interactive family musical comes to the Arkansas State University-Mountain Home campus this week. The Mary Walker Edutainment Series and the Arvest Concert Series will co-present “The Jungle Book: The Musical” Thursday evening at 6
Marion County Jurors on the Blue panel will need to report Monday and Wednesday. According to Marion County and Circuit Clerk Dawn Moffet, jurors will report to the Marion County Courthouse Monday and Wednesday at 9. Marion
Two area high school basketball teams were featured in the last state championship games of the weekend for Class 3A. Salem’s girls pulled away in the second half and scored 23 points off of 15 turnovers to
Two area high school girls’ basketball teams in Missouri played their state quarterfinal games Saturday on the campus of Southwest Baptist University at Bolivar. West Plains advanced to the Show Me Showdown for the third straight year
One area high school basketball team was making its first state championship game appearance since 1956, but their quest for the title came up short. The early part of the fourth quarter was back-and-forth, but Bigelow finished
Alabama forward Brandon Miller (24) consoles Missouri guard DeAndre Gholston (4) after an NCAA college basketball game in the semifinals of the Southeastern Conference Tournament, Saturday in Nashville, Tenn. (Photo courtesy of Associated Press) NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP)
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) – Arkansas’ athletic director has apologized after a Kentucky student journalist said his cellphone was grabbed and thrown to the ground by a Razorbacks staffer following an early exit at the Southeastern Conference Tournament.
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Texas A&M snapped its three-game losing streak to No. 7 Arkansas (20-5, 1-1) Saturday afternoon at Bogle Park. The Aggies took game two, 2-0, to even the series. It was a scoreless affair until
Aneesa Williams (Photo courtesy of Missouri State Highway Patrol) One endangered person advisory involving an area child has been canceled, and one remains in effect. Two-month-old Aneesa Williams was located Saturday and taken into the custody of
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) – A lawsuit was filed Friday challenging a new Arkansas measure that makes it harder to get initiatives on the ballot by raising the number of counties where signatures must be gathered. Republican
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) – The Arkansas Senate on Thursday narrowly approved legislation aimed at ending affirmative action by state and local agencies, despite warnings that the move would threaten a host of programs ranging from health
One driver was killed, and the other was injured in a two-vehicle accident Friday afternoon in Boone County. Twenty-year-old Michael Rogers of Omaha was pronounced dead, and 70-year-old Diane Webber of Lead Hill was transported by ambulance
The Mountain Home High School baseball team wrapped up the week on a good note. The Bombers were in front of the home crowd at McClain Park as they doubled up Farmington 4-2. In other baseball results,
The Mountain Home High School soccer teams had mixed results as they began 5A-West action Friday at Siloam Springs. In the varsity boys’ match, the Bombers were able to get past the Panthers 2-1 with both of
Arkansas’ weekend of high school state basketball championships will come to an end on Saturday in downtown Hot Springs with three area teams looking for the top prize. Marshall’s boys will have the second game of the
The Missouri State Highway Patrol has announced endangered person advisories for two area missing children. Both advisories were issued by the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office for an infant and a teen. Left to right: Aneesa Williams, Courtney
A 24-year-old Marion County woman has been arrested after allegedly stealing money from a piggy bank and multiple electronics. According to the probable cause affidavit, Chastain Haarstad has been booked into the Marion County Detention Center after
Another name has been added to the list of area contractors who are facing criminal charges for taking customer’s money but doing no work. In the latest case, 41-year-old Jessica Trivitt, who is listed as the
Friday afternoon, the Mountain Home Police Department recognized officers and civilian workers in during their Awards Luncheon held at Big Creek Country Club. The department recognized Mountain Home High School student Gracie Cakora as a guest of
Baxter Health is welcoming Eric S. Rosenberger, MD, to the medical staff.Dr. Rosenberger is a board-certified facial plastic surgeon and ear, nose and throat (otolaryngology) physician who recently joined Mountain Home ENT & Allergy, the practice of
Daylight Saving Time will begin early Sunday morning at 2. Clocks should be set forward an hour before going to bed Saturday night. Clocks on many personal computers, smartphones, tablets and other electronic devices will automatically adjust
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – No. 7 Arkansas (20-4) scored early and often as the Razorbacks accelerated to an 8-0 (5 inn.) shutout victory against Texas A&M in Friday’s SEC opener at Bogle Park. The Hogs have won their
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) – Wade Taylor scored 18 points and No. 18 Texas A&M rallied from a 13-point deficit early in the second half to beat Arkansas 67-61 Friday night in the quarterfinals of the Southeastern Conference
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Dylan Carter threw three near-perfect innings in relief to lock down his first career save and secure No. 8 Arkansas’ 7-4 series-opening win over Louisiana Tech (8-5) on Friday at Baum-Walker Stadium. The Hogs
The Class 1A state basketball championship games featured a rematch from last year between two area girls’ teams. After winning the state title last year, Norfork’s quest to repeat came up short as Mammoth Spring posted the
Missouri forward Mohamed Diarra grabs a rebound as Tennessee guard Jahmai Mashack (15) defends during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in the third round of the Southeastern Conference tournament, Friday in Nashville, Tenn.
The second day of Arkansas’ high school basketball state championships began Friday afternoon with the Class 6A games. Conway captured the girls’ title as they beat the defending state champs from North Little Rock by a final
Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders announced support Thursday for new legislation to require social media companies verify users’ age before giving them access to their site. Under Senate Bill 396, dubbed “The Social Media Safety Act,” social media
A bill intended to address the legal terms “consent” and “forcible compulsion” for certain sex offenses failed to advance from a House panel Thursday. The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette states, the House Judiciary Committee voted 8-7 to advance House
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — A Missouri law banning local police from enforcing federal gun laws remains in effect as a lawsuit against it is appealed. U.S. District Judge Brian Wimes earlier this week struck down the
A major issue plaguing Arkansas farmers in 2022 was the steep rise in input costs. Talk Business and Politics states part of the problem started in February 2022 when Russia invaded Ukraine. The invasion led to a
A body has been recovered from a residential house fire which occurred early Friday morning. According to a release from the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office, dispatch received notification of a residential house fire Friday morning at 3:30
Kansas City Chiefs’ Otis Taylor (89) catches a first quarter pass from quarterback Len Dawson (not shown) for 12 yards and a first down as Oakland Raiders Nemiah Wilson defends, during the AFL championship game in Oakland,
Friday morning, District 23 Arkansas State Senator Scott Flippo joined KTLO’s Heather Loftis on the morning show to discuss the big issues coming out of the state legislature, including the recently passed LEARNS Act. Listen: click to
Baseball and softball make up much of the local Friday schedule. For the Mountain Home High School varsity baseball team, their season-opening home stand comes to an end as they welcome Farmington to McClain Park. The varsity
There is high school soccer scheduled for Friday, and for Mountain Home, it’s the start of 5A-West conference action. The Bombers and Lady Bombers will be back on the road to meet Siloam Springs. The junior varsity
The SEC Men’s Basketball Tournament continues with its quarterfinal round Friday in Nashville, Tenn., and Arkansas and Missouri will both take part. The Razorbacks will be paired with Texas A&M in the first evening game. Arkansas is
(Brad) More details have been released about a murder that occurred in late January in Stone County, including the victim’s name. Authorities say Leslie Jo Mixon of rural Mountain View was killed when her husband allegedly shot
A Baxter County man has been arrested after he was found trespassing in a shop building. According to the probable cause affidavit, the Baxter County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a shop building being broken
A 27-year-old man listing a Yellville address who is both suspect and victim in open criminal cases appeared during a session of Baxter County Circuit Court Monday, pled guilty to charges in two open criminal cases and
Photo courtesy of Howell County Sheriff’s Office A Howell County man is facing multiple charges after striking another vehicle and take a woman against her will. According to the Howell County Sheriff’s Office, they received a report
Into the Light is holding a fundraiser to help fight child sex trafficking Tuesday night at The River Bible Church located at 3395 U.S. Highway 62/412 East. Taco Soup Tuesday to end Trafficking will be available for
Last Thursday, the Baxter County Airport Commission met for their regular monthly meeting.In a report provided by the Commission, plans were considered to increase the airport security program. Engineers who are working on the runway expansion project
The Mountain Home High School softball team was able to pick up another win as they defeated Valley Springs 15-5 at McClain Park. Emma Crabb was credited with the victory as she struck out seven batters. Olivia
The first day of Arkansas’ high school basketball state championships wrapped up with the Class 5A games Thursday night in Hot Springs. Greenwood’s girls breezed their way past Vilonia 58-35 for their second straight title and third
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) – Anthony Black scored 19 points and Arkansas held off Auburn for a 76-73 victory on Thursday night in the second round of the Southeastern Conference Tournament. Auburn used a 15-6 run for a
The first two state championships for Arkansas high school basketball are in the books as the Class 4A games were played Thursday afternoon at Bank OZK Arena in downtown Hot Springs. Nashville came back from being down
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — The Arkansas House sent the GOP governor a bill Wednesday to make it easier to sue doctors who provide gender-affirming treatment to minors, moving to effectively reinstate the state’s blocked ban on
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — Missouri voters could decide on whether to restore abortion rights in the state if constitutional amendments made public Thursday make it to the 2024 ballot. The proposals would amend Missouri’s Constitution to
Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders signed her education bill into law Wednesday afternoon, calling it “the largest overhaul of the state’s education system in Arkansas history.” During a ceremony in front of a crowd of onlookers and legislators
The Mountain Home High School football coaching staff is taking on some extra responsibilities. Steve Ary and his assistants will be managing the new Bomber Youth Football League in an effort to further prepare kids to
A Harrison man was killed in a single vehicle accident Saturday afternoon in Boone County. According to the Arkansas Department of Public Safety, 29-year-old Derrick Alsobrook of Harrison was traveling east on Hopewell Road when his vehicle
A Mountain Home man has been arrested after striking his father with a hammer during a domestic dispute. According to the probable cause affidavit the Mountain Home Police Department was dispatched to a residence for a report
A West Plains man was sentenced Tuesday in federal court for leading a conspiracy which distributed 360 kilograms of methamphetamine in southern Missouri over a three-year period. According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Western District
media/00001_2023arkansasfoodhalloffame-600×330.jpg A restaurant in Newton County was inducted into the Arkansas Food Hall of Fame 2023 Monday in Little Rock. Ozark Cafe of Jasper was one of three restaurants recognized during the ceremony. They were joined by
A Mountain Home man recently pled guilty to charges stemming from a violent domestic altercation involving a firearm and was sentenced to six years in prison in Baxter County Circuit Court. Thirty-one-year-old Justin Watkins was accused
In the 15th annual Archery in the Schools State Championship held Saturday at Bank OZK Arena, Bergman High School took first place in the High School Division. With an impressive 3,285 points out of 3,600, Bergman’s
The Team 16, Baxter Bomb Squad won the Arkansas Regional last weekend in Searcy where they competed against 29 other teams from eight different states. The team finished in the top four with an record of
An area high school track meet scheduled for this week has been postponed due to the weather. The Goblin Relays at Harrison, originally scheduled for Thursday, have been pushed back three weeks to March 30. Mountain Home,
Baseball and softball make up much of the local Thursday schedule. Two of Mountain Home’s softball teams will be at McClain Park for an outing with Valley Springs. The junior varsity game begins at 4 at Freedom
For Arkansas, the biggest weekend in high school basketball begins Thursday. The first of the three-day state championship event will get underway at Bank OZK Arena in downtown Hot Springs. The first games during the afternoon session
The Arkansas Razorback basketball team begins its postseason run Thursday in Nashville, Tenn. The Hogs will be paired with Auburn for their opener in the SEC Tournament. Arkansas comes into the game at 19-12 on the season.
The Arkansas State University-Mountain Home baseball team was able to get its first ever victory at Cooper Park on Wednesday. Devin Qualls went 4-for-4 on the day, including two home runs, to lead the Trailblazers over Arkansas
The Mountain Home High School girls’ soccer team was dominant in its road trip on Tuesday. The Lady Bombers were able to shut out Arkadelphia 8-0. Lily Henson led Mountain Home with a hat trick and two
Mountain Home hosted its first of two junior high track meets on Tuesday, and several area athletes were able to shine at Bomber Stadium. For the Junior Bomber boys, Garrett Barr won the 800-meter run, Trenton Smith
A bill that would strike from state law a defense librarians currently have protecting them from criminal prosecution for distributing obscene material failed to advance from a House panel early Tuesday afternoon. Senate Bill 81 by Sen.
An Arkansas House of Representatives committee declined to advance a bill Tuesday that would add an exception to the state’s abortion ban for lethal fetal abnormalities. Currently the ban only has an exception for medical emergency to
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Sixteen former students at a now closed Christian boarding school in southwest Missouri have settled lawsuits alleging they were abused at the school. The settlement amounts for the lawsuits against the former
LITTLE ROCK — State government and a host of private organizations announced a new effort to recruit more foster families, streamline the process of placing foster children with relatives and accelerating the process for the permanent adoption
The Baxter County Election Commission will be holding training sessions Wednesday afternoon at 2 and Monday afternoon at 3 at the election headquarters located at 213 East 5th Street. The public is welcome to attend. WebReadyTM
The Baxter County Sheriff’s Office is notifying the public of a level 2 sex offender, someone who is a moderate risk with community notification justified, has registered with the department. Baxter County Sheriff John Montgomery says 46-year-old
A Gamaliel man has been arrested after he broke into a home and tried to stab the resident with a knife. According to Baxter County Sheriff John Montgomery, deputies were dispatched to a home off County Road
A fundraiser is currently underway for the Mountain Home School District’s track and field program. Orders for laundry detergent are being accepted through March 17. Liquids can be purchased in five-gallon buckets with handpumps for approximately 600
The Arkansas State University-Mountain Home baseball team returns to the home turf on Wednesday. The Trailblazers are set to welcome Arkansas Baptist to Cooper Park for a doubleheader. The first game at Lester White Field begins at
The Mountain Home High School baseball team picked up another win at home on Tuesday. The Bombers were able to beat up on Huntsville 14-4. Mountain Home improves to 2-0 on the season. Cotter ended up splitting
John Pate A man who sought the position of Baxter County sheriff in last year’s primary recently found himself on the other side of the law in Benton County. Fifty-two-year-old John Pate is facing a felony count
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The Mountain Home High School boys’ soccer team had another successful road trip on Thursday. The Bombers scored two goals in the second half to defeat Arkadelphia 2-1. Alvaro Salas and Ivan Vega each scored a goal
The West Plains High School girls’ basketball team will be going back to the state tournament. The Lady Zizzers went to Marshfield on Tuesday for the championship game of the Class 5, District 6 Tournament and defeated
Thursday night, the Baxter County Quorum Court unanimously passed an ordinance prohibiting the development of a new or reopening of any closed solid waste landfill in Baxter County. The ordinance was tabled during the Feb. meeting where
A Mountain Home woman has been arrested after allegedly stealing and cashing out multiple lottery tickets from her former job.Forty-one-year-old Nicole Ashley Guinn is facing multiple felony charges after 32 tickets were activated during her shift on
The U.S. Forest Service has announced the hiring of a new district ranger for a local portion of the Ozark-St. Francis National Forests. Ron Hollis will serve as the ranger for the Sylamore Ranger District office in
Mountain Home Kindergarten will hold its annual spring registration, Friday, April 7 from 8 until 3:30 by appointment only. A Google form must be filled out to reserve a time to bring children in for registration. Academic
A Gassville man accused of having a number of sexually explicit images of a teenage relative on his cellphone and computer was in the process of pleading guilty to his charges during a recent session of Baxter
A national magazine has released a list of the top small towns in the south and Mountain Home has made the list. Southern Living magazine released its “50 Best Small Towns In The South 2023” article Tuesday.
The Arkansas Senate approved Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders’ education overhaul Tuesday, sending the bill to the governor’s desk for her signature. The Senate voted 26-8 to approve the bill, also known as the LEARNS Act, after it
A bill filed in the Arkansas Legislature this year aims to amend current human trafficking laws in the state. According to KATV, SB282’s lead sponsor, Sen. Missy Irvin, R-District 24, said the changes to the bill came
The Senate Education Committee on Monday approved Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders’ education overhaul in the penultimate move before its expected approval by the Legislature. On a voice vote, the committee sent Sanders’ education overhaul, also known as
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Proposed initiatives would face a new hurdle to qualifying for the Arkansas ballot under a measure lawmakers sent to the governor Monday that more than triples the number of counties where signatures
Officials at the Arkansas Public Employees Retirement System estimate the system could lose about $30 million to $40 million a year as a result of a bill that would require the state treasurer and public entities to
Photo courtesy of KYTV Human remains discovered in a wooden area in Springfield were identified Monday afternoon. According to the Greene County Medical Examiners’ Office, the deceased, identified as 40-year-old Susan N. McInturff of Harrison, was found
Mountain Home High School, Junior High, Kindergarten and Pinkston Middle School were placed in a precautionary lockout earlier Tuesday afternoon. As of 1:15 the Mountain Home Police Department gave the district the all clear to resume school
Thirty-four Tyson Foods employees, former employees and family members filed a lawsuit against the company Monday, saying it failed to take appropriate precautions at its meat-packing plants during the early days of the COVID pandemic. In the
HOT SPRINGS, Ark. (AP) – A long-submerged car pulled from an Arkansas lake over the weekend had human remains inside and has been linked to a 2008 missing person report, authorities said. The Arkansas Crime Lab was
Missouri Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft speaks to reporters on June 29, 2022, at his Capitol office in Jefferson City, Mo. In an interview, Ashcroft said he wants the Electronic Registration Information Center, a voluntary system known
Baseball and softball make up much of the local Tuesday schedule. The Mountain Home High School baseball team continues its season-opening home stand by welcoming Huntsville to McClain Park. The first pitch at Pitts Field is scheduled
Tuesday’s high school soccer schedule includes a road trip for Mountain Home as both teams will be in Arkadelphia. The girls’ match kicks off at 4 followed by the boys’ contest. Elsewhere, Mountain View is home against
Mountain Home is scheduled to host the first of its two junior high track meets Tuesday at Bomber Stadium, and Flippin and Yellville-Summit will be among the schools competing. Action begins at 3:30. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
There is high school girls’ basketball set for Tuesday as one area team finishes district play, and another starts state tournament action. West Plains returns to Marshfield for the championship game of the Class 5, District 6
The Mountain Home High School baseball team started its season in dominating fashion in front of its home fans at McClain Park. The Bombers breezed past Paragould 11-1. Elsewhere, Cotter beat Lead Hill 17-2, Yellville-Summit fell at
Mountain Home was able to open its softball season Monday with a three-game sweep at Southside Batesville. The Lady Bombers dominated the Lady Southerners 11-1 in the varsity game. Emma Crabb had a good day in the
Arkansas State University-Mountain Home will host investigative reporter and author, Mara Leveritt, in the second annual Terre Ware Book Author Lecture Series Tuesday night at 7 at the Vada Sheid Community Development Center. Leveritt is an American
Left to right: Kimberly Young, analyst with ARConnect, Ashley McBride, state director of AARP Arkansas, and Glen Howie, state broadband director for Arkansas, visit at the AARP Arkansas state office in February. (Photo courtesy of AARP Arkansas)
As with most cities in the Twin Lakes area, sales tax revenue has been a huge boost to city operations.Yellville Mayor Shawn Lane joined KTLO’s Heather Loftis to discuss how the revenue has helped the city. Listen:
The trial for a Gassville man facing a number of charges, including three counts of rape, was set to begin Tuesday, but has been continued until May 1. A short hearing was held Monday and an issue
One weather record was broken in February. In addition, the month had three confirmed tornadoes in the area and one day of measurable snowfall. At KTLO, Classic Hits and The Boot, the official reporting station for the
Tuesday night, the Baxter County Quorum Court will hold its regular monthly meeting at 6 in the 2nd Floor Courtroom of the Baxter County Courthouse. In addition to monthly ordinances appropriating funds in the budget, the court
A Harrison man is charged with a Class Y felony count 1st degree domestic battery after lighting his mother on fire. According to the probable cause affidavit, the Harrison Police Department was dispatched to a residence for
The Arkansas State University-Mountain Home baseball team was able to notch another victory on Monday. The Trailblazers’ 14-6 win over Arkansas Tech’s junior varsity squad included a six-run eighth inning. Brayden Carmichael was ASU-Mountain Home’s starting pitcher
A boil water order has been issued in Newton County. According to the Arkansas Department of Health, an order for residents in the Mockingbird Hill Water Association in the area of Will Jones Road due to a
Baxter County’s Group B jurors will not need to report for duty on Tuesday. According to Baxter County and Circuit Clerk Canda Reese, jurors will be notified when a new date is set. WebReadyTM Powered by
An Arkansas Senate panel on Monday advanced a bill for the second time that would create criminal penalties for knowingly entering and remaining in a bathroom of the opposite sex while a minor is present.According to the
From hunting and fishing to mountain biking, hiking, boating and camping, Arkansas is lauded for its abundant outdoor recreation opportunities. The state’s scenic rivers, lakes, forests, mountains, caves, creeks, roadways, airstrips and trails offer limitless opportunities. Talk
With Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders’ education overhaul bill nearing the end of its legislative journey, state lawmakers will soon turn their attention to a proposed public safety overhaul package and other projects. Monday will be the
A Norfork man has been arrested after he allegedly fired shots into a house with multiple people inside. Law enforcement arrested 37-year-old James Addison Rorex over the weekend. Baxter County Sheriff John Montgomery says the incident happened
A Fulton County man has been arrested for threatening to kill a friend with a bomb. Law enforcement arrested 27-year-old Tristan Jedediah Huber over the weekend at his house in Viola. Baxter County Sheriff John Montgomery says
Baseball and softball are included on the local Monday schedule. After Friday’s game was canceled, the Mountain Home High School baseball team will try again to open its season. The Bombers are set to welcome Paragould to
The Mountain Home seventh grade track teams will be in Green Forest on Monday for a practice meet originally scheduled for Thursday. Action begins at 3:30. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
Additional charges have been filed against two Marion County residents who were arrested last month for mail thefts from residential mailboxes in the county. Marion County Sheriff Gregg Alexander says 28-year-old Tyler Steven Dudley of Flippin and
Lawson Herron (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) A Mountain Home man was arrested last week after being seen on a motorcycle alleged to have been stolen from local powersports dealership. Fifty-three-year-old Lawson Herron is facing
A Stone County man has been arrested after he allegedly rammed a vehicle with his truck multiple times and threatened to kill the occupants. Fifty-two-year-old Ronald Kevin Oates of Mountain View is facing several charges, including four
A former Mountain Home resident, most recently serving as Arkansas’ education secretary, has a new job. Johnny Key has reportedly become a partner in the Strategos Group to join the company’s State Superintendent Engagement Practice. According to
An area tourist attraction is set to reopen this week, and officials are celebrating a milestone. Ozark-St. Francis National Forests’ officials have announced Blanchard Springs Caverns near Mountain View will open Thursday to begin its 50th anniversary
The Marion County Collector’s Office can now take credit card payments by the phone or in person at the office. According to a release from County Collector Carla Purdome, the online access is not available at this
Baxter County Clerk Canda Reese states jurors in group A and B will need to report Tuesday morning at 9 to the Baxter County Court Complex for jury duty. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Jace Bohrofen racked up three hits, including a homer, and a season-high three RBI to lead No. 8 Arkansas (9-2) to a 6-2 series-sweeping win over Wright State (2-8) on Sunday afternoon at Baum-Walker
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – It was another noteworthy day at Bogle Park for the No. 7 Arkansas Razorbacks (19-3). Arkansas erupted for an 11-1 (5 inn.) run-rule victory against North Texas Sunday afternoon to conclude the Wooo Pig
Arkansas is set to join the ranks of West Virginia, Arizona, Utah and Iowa as states that have recently passed universal voucher measures, with Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders’ education proposal moving one step closer to passage. Senate
Arkansas National Guard Major General Jonathan M. Stubbs, right, accepts the Department of the Military Command Colors from Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders during an Assumption of Command Ceremony at Camp Robinson on Saturday. (Photo courtesy of Arkansas
The Mountain Home High School girls’ soccer team ended up finishing in third place on Saturday in the First Community Bank Lady Southerner Invitational at Southside Batesville. The Lady Bombers started the day with a 2-0 win
The Mountain Home High School boys’ soccer team had a successful weekend in Brookland. The Bombers were able to capture the Delta Showcase Tournament title. Mountain Home won its first match 2-0 over Marion. The Bombers’ goals
PINE BLUFF, Ark. (AP) – Byron Joshua’s 23 points helped Alcorn State defeat UAPB 63-58 on Saturday night. Joshua added five rebounds for the Braves (18-12, 15-3 Southwestern Athletic Conference). Dekedran Thorn scored 10 points, going 3
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (AP) – Kiera Hill had 14 points and 10 rebounds off the bench for her first double-double of the season to lead Tennessee Tech to its 11th NCAA Tournament and first since 2000 with a
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – No. 8 Arkansas (8-2) blasted three home runs and overpowered Wright State (2-7), 12-6, to clinch its second consecutive weekend series win on Saturday at Baum-Walker Stadium. Peyton Stovall and Jared Wegner each homered
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – The No. 7 Arkansas Razorbacks (18-3) continued their dominant weekend at the Woo Pig Classic with a double dip sweep of Iowa State and Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Saturday at Bogle Park. Arkansas defeated Iowa
While the Buffalo National River has dropped below flood stages, the levels remain high in three areas. In addition, a few area highway closures remain in effect. At 10:45 Sunday morning, the Buffalo was at 9.3 feet
Beginning Monday morning, Route J in Ozark County will be closed to replace a culvert under the roadway. According to the Missouri Department of Transportation, the closure along Route J will be south of County Road 529
A man accused of assaulting a female and making death threats to her child pled guilty to amended charges during a session of Baxter County Circuit Court Wednesday. Forty-five-year-old Danny Baird was sentenced to five years in
Donnie Upky (Photo courtesy of Boone County Sheriff’s Office) A Harrison man is accused of breaking into a church and multiple residences and attacking and threatening a Boone County deputy. Forty-year-old Donnie Upky is currently free from
Over the past several weeks, many voices have been heard discussing the reopening of the NABORS landfill in northern Baxter County. Dr. Rob Conner, a Baxter County citizen in opposition of the sale and reopening of the
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Mountain Home Project Office is reminding visitors many of the parks and day use areas have transitioned to automated fee collection machines. Visitors may use a credit or debit card to
Saturday’s high school basketball action ended with five area teams advancing to state championship games. The Class 1A State Tournament at Ozark has resulted in a rematch from last year’s championship game between two area girls’ teams.
Mississippi’s TJ Caldwell, top, shoots between Missouri’s D’Moi Hodge, right, Sean East II, left, and Kobe Brown during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game Saturday in Columbia, Mo. (Photo courtesy of Associated Press) COLUMBIA,
A demonstrator holds up a sign during a march to mark International Transgender Day of Visibility in Lisbon, March 31, 2022. At least 32 transgender and gender-nonconforming people have been killed in the United States in 2022,
Arkansas forward Makhel Mitchell (22) tries to pass the ball past Kentucky forward Jacob Toppin (0) during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game Saturday in Fayetteville. (Photo courtesy of Associated Press) FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (AP)
Muslim men who were praying together in their housing unit at a Missouri prison were doused with pepper spray, physically assaulted by corrections officers and then retaliated against when they complained, according to a lawsuit. The lawsuit
The Mountain Home High School soccer teams will both spend Saturday in tournament action. The Lady Bombers will compete in the First Community Bank Lady Southern Invitational at Southside Batesville. Mountain Home’s first match will be at
High school basketball makes up much of the local Saturday schedule as eight area teams are one win away from playing for a state title. Three area girls’ teams will compete in the semifinals of the Class
The Mountain Home High School track teams began their outdoor season on Friday by taking part in the Van Buren Running Festival. The Bombers finished third on the boys’ side. Ky Bickford won the 3200-meter run and
A few area high school basketball teams in Arkansas played their state quarterfinal games on Friday. The Class 1A State Tournament wrapped up its second round with three area girls’ teams in action. Norfork is one win
The recent rains in the Twin Lakes Area has caused flood stages in different portions of one area river and flooding on a few area highways. As of Saturday morning, the U.S. Geological Survey is reporting the
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – No. 7 Arkansas cruised in its doubleheader sweep of Texas A&M-CC and North Texas Friday at Bogle Park. The Razorbacks run-ruled Texas A&M-CC, 11-0, in five innings before defeating North Texas, 6-2, in the
ST. LOUIS (AP) – Marcus Domask had 17 points in Southern Illinois’ 54-51 victory against Missouri State on Friday in the Missouri Valley Conference tournament quarterfinals. The third-seeded Salukis advance to face second-seeded Drake in a semifinal
A Gassville man accused of assaulting a woman in mid-June, returning to her home in early-July and threatening violence unless she signed a document asking that charges filed against him in the initial assault case be dropped
Authorities in Izard County are investigating reports of raw sewage being dumped onto private property. According to the Izard County Sheriff’s Office, on Monday deputies responded to the Santa Fe Road area of Horseshoe Bend to a
Two bills moved through the state legislature this week which would set criminal penalties and fines for drivers who were distracted by cell phones and the other would allow victims of human trafficking to sue their abusers
For many paddlers, Kyles Landing is a popular river access point in the spring along the Buffalo National River. With parking becoming unsafe on busy days, officials have implemented a plan to place “No Parking” signs along
College students in Arkansas have less than a month to turn in applications to be considered for one of the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission’s (AGFC) paid summer internships. The internships, funded by sales of the AGFC’s
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Brady Slavens and Peyton Stovall each homered and drove in four runs, single-handedly outscoring Wright State (2-6) and powering No. 8 Arkansas (7-2) to a 12-2 run-rule win on Friday at Baum-Walker Stadium. The
South Carolina’s Sania Feagin, right, is defended by Arkansas’ Erynn Barnum (4) in the first half of an NCAA college basketball game during the Southeastern Conference women’s tournament in Greenville, S.C., Friday. (Photo courtesy of Associated Press)
The recent rains in the Twin Lakes Area has caused flood stages in different portions of one area river and flooding on a few area highways. The U.S. Geological Survey is reporting the Buffalo National River has
Baxter County 911 dispatch asks motorists avoid the area of Arkansas Highway 101 near Bidwell Park due to a multi-vehicle accident. Authorities are working now to clear the scene.Stay tuned to KTLO, Classic Hits and The Boot
A boil water order has been issued for Newton County. According to the Arkansas Department of Health, the order was issued Thursday due to a construction related water line break and affects the five customers of
Jobless benefits, tax bill advances A bill aimed at reducing the amount of time a person may receive unemployment insurance from four months to three cleared an Arkansas Senate committee Wednesday. The Senate Public Health, Welfare and
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — New mothers in Missouri could gain Medicaid health care coverage for up to a year under legislation passed Thursday by the state Senate, part of a national movement of expanded care that
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — New mothers in Missouri could gain Medicaid health care coverage for up to a year under legislation passed Thursday by the state Senate, part of a national movement of expanded care that
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Some parents in Arkansas could get access to school vouchers which would help pay for private school tuition and home schooling as soon as this fall under a bill the state House
An Arkansas Senate committee on Thursday advanced a bill which would require sponsors of proposed ballot measures to collect sufficient signatures of registered voters from at least 50 counties, up from the current requirement of 15 counties,
Prosecutors state the owner of a Flippin coffee shop should be incarcerated for a month for entering the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021 and arguing with police officers trying to quell a riot. In a memorandum
Heavy rains that began Thursday evening have caused the previous rain record for March 3 to be broken. The previous record set on March 3, 1988 was 1.6 inches of rain. Friday morning a new record total
During Thursday night’s Mountain Home City Council meeting, the council tabled the discussion of a resolution to establish incentives for residential development within the city limits. When the resolution was initially passed in 2022, the goal was
Photo: David E. White Jr. provided by the Baxter County Sheriff’s Department A man charged with multiple rape offenses in Baxter County has been arrested in Oregon, Illinois.The Baxter County Sheriff’s Office announced Thursday afternoon 41-year-old David
A Howell County toddler is dead after being struck by a vehicle Wednesday afternoon. The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the two-year-old Willow Springs boy walked in front of a parked vehicle. When the driver went to
The Baxter Health Hospital Foundation held a record breaking fundraiser Feb. 25 called “The Last Ask.” Baxter Health Hospital Foundation Executive Director Sarah Edwards spoke with KTLO’s Heather Loftis about the fundraiser and the new endowment in
Thursday morning, Mountain Home Mayor Hillrey Adams joined KTLO’s Heather Loftis during the morning show to discuss his thoughts on the landfill along with the city’s sales tax revenue. Listen: click to download audio Entire Interview Listen:
Positive trends continue in February for Baxter County and the City of Mountain Home’s sales tax revenue. According to Alma Clark, the City of Mountain Home’s Director of Finance and Treasury, the city collected a total of
A man accused of burning down his house to get rid of imaginary people appeared in Baxter County Circuit Court Monday and pled guilty to a reduce charge of unlawful burning. Forty-two-year-old Christian Gabriel Bolding was sentenced
The Baxter County Election Commission will meet Friday morning at 10 in the 3rd Floor Courtroom of the Baxter County Courthouse to draw ballot positions for the May 9 School Board election. The public is invited to
There was plenty of high school basketball Thursday as state tournaments are continued throughout Arkansas. The Class 1A State Tournament resumed at Ozark. Norfork’s girls won their opener as they breezed past Sacred Heart 62-38. Keely Blanchard
High school basketball makes up much of the local Friday schedule as state tournaments in Arkansas will wrap up their quarterfinal rounds. Three area girls’ teams will continue action in the Class 1A State Tournament at Ozark.
High school baseball is included on the local Friday schedule, and Mountain Home will be on the road for its season opener. The Bombers will go to Paragould as they meet Greene County Tech. Mountain Home is
The Mountain Home High School track teams are set to begin another outdoor season on Friday. The Bombers and Lady Bombers and Lady Bombers will be near the Oklahoma line to compete in the Van Buren High
GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) – Chrissy Carr set career-highs with six 3-pointers and 34 points and No. 8 seed Arkansas rallied to beat ninth-seeded Missouri 85-74 on Thursday to advance to the SEC Women’s Tournament quarterfinals. Arkansas (21-11)
PENSACOLA, Fla. (AP) – Zay Williams had 15 points in Troy’s 63-59 victory over Arkansas State on Thursday in the second round of the Sun Belt Conference Tournament. Williams also had 11 rebounds for the Trojans (19-12,
PINE BLUFF, Ark. (AP) – Chase Adams’ 18 points helped Jackson State defeat UAPB 67-63 on Thursday night. Adams shot 7 for 13 (3 for 4 from 3-point range) for the Tigers (12-18, 11-6 Southwestern Athletic Conference).
The Mountain Home High School boys’ soccer team was successful in its home opener on Thursday. The Bombers shut out Paragould 5-0. James Douglas led Mountain Home with a hat trick and an assist, Zane Darracq scored
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Freshman southpaw Robyn Herron tossed a one-hit, complete-game shutout to propel No. 7 Arkansas past Iowa State, 4-0, Thursday afternoon at Bogle Park. The Razorbacks have tallied back-to-back shutouts after downing Drake, 8-0 (5),
There was plenty of high school basketball Thursday as state tournaments are continued throughout Arkansas. The Class 1A State Tournament resumed at Ozark. Norfork’s girls won their opener as they breezed past Sacred Heart 62-38. Keely Blanchard
PENSACOLA, Fla. (AP) – Zay Williams had 15 points in Troy’s 63-59 victory over Arkansas State on Thursday in the second round of the Sun Belt Conference Tournament. Williams also had 11 rebounds for the Trojans (19-12,
Heavy rains are in store overnight for the Twin Lakes area with some areas possibly seeing up to 6 inches of rainfall according to the National Weather Service in North Little Rock. Meteorologists state there is a
GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) – Chrissy Carr set career-highs with six 3-pointers and 34 points and No. 8 seed Arkansas rallied to beat ninth-seeded Missouri 85-74 on Thursday to advance to the SEC Women’s Tournament quarterfinals. Arkansas (21-11)
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — An Arkansas House panel on Wednesday endorsed Republican Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders’ plan to overhaul the state’s education system and create a voucher program directing public money toward private schooling. The House
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — An Arkansas House panel on Wednesday endorsed Republican Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders’ plan to overhaul the state’s education system and create a voucher program directing public money toward private schooling. The House
The Baxter County Sheriff’s Office is notifying the public of a level 4 sex offender, someone who is considered a sexually dangerous person, has moved to Henderson. Baxter County Sheriff John Montgomery says 70-year-old Ronald Hobbs has
The Baxter County Sheriff’s Office is notifying the public of a level 4 sex offender, someone who is considered a sexually dangerous person, has moved to Henderson. Baxter County Sheriff John Montgomery says 70-year-old Ronald Hobbs has
On Thursday, the Arkansas Supreme Court affirmed a circuit court opinion that ruled a Conway attorney did not have the right to bring a firearm into the Pulaski County District Courthouse. According to the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, after
On Thursday, the Arkansas Supreme Court affirmed a circuit court opinion that ruled a Conway attorney did not have the right to bring a firearm into the Pulaski County District Courthouse. According to the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, after
Image courtesy of AEDC SHERWOOD, Ark. — RelateCare, an Irish healthcare communications and services organization, announced Thursday it will create 255 new jobs within three years in Sherwood to support back-office functions for hospitals and healthcare facilities
Image courtesy of AEDC SHERWOOD, Ark. — RelateCare, an Irish healthcare communications and services organization, announced Thursday it will create 255 new jobs within three years in Sherwood to support back-office functions for hospitals and healthcare facilities
COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) — Missouri patients won’t be charged a copay for a second mammogram to diagnose breast cancer or another illness under a bill the state House approved on Thursday. The GOP-led chamber voted 126-29 to
COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) — Missouri patients won’t be charged a copay for a second mammogram to diagnose breast cancer or another illness under a bill the state House approved on Thursday. The GOP-led chamber voted 126-29 to
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Missouri House voted Thursday to ban entities from China and four other perceived adversarial countries from purchasing land in the state, citing a need to protect farms from the possibility of
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Missouri House voted Thursday to ban entities from China and four other perceived adversarial countries from purchasing land in the state, citing a need to protect farms from the possibility of
On February 21, the Baxter County 4H Club held their annual Award and Recognition Banquet. Honorees of the evening include: Abigail Dooley – Hale Tn Cattle Show-Heifer 3rd out of 6 and 2nd out of 5 in
On February 21, the Baxter County 4H Club held their annual Award and Recognition Banquet. Honorees of the evening include: Abigail Dooley – Hale Tn Cattle Show-Heifer 3rd out of 6 and 2nd out of 5 in
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