A few area high school basketball teams competed in the semifinals of the Battle of the Border Tournament Thursday at Mammoth Spring. Cotter was sent to the third place game of the girls’ bracket. The Lady Warriors
Jessica Raymond (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) One of two people involved in a “grandparent scam” appeared in Baxter County Circuit Court on December 9th. Thirty-three-year-old Jessica Raymond, who lists an address in Little Rock
Richard Lepri (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) The case of a man who fought with five law enforcement officers before being taken into custody was dismissed during a session of Baxter County Circuit Court on
Santa Claus will be making several appearances in the Twin Lakes Area this Saturday, offering families, children, and even pets a chance to celebrate the season. From pancake breakfasts to festive activities there’s something for everyone looking
Pictured: Shada Hamilton (NWH assistant principal), Charlotte Guest (VFW auxiliary unit president) Brandon Barnard (quartermaster), Tom Sticklers (house committee chairman), Charlie and Opal Wensel (coordinator and co-chair of Bingo) and Katie Criner (NWH school counselor). The Helper
A treasured piece of Baxter County history is getting some much needed attention in order to keep it preserved for the future. During a recent session of Baxter County Quorum Court, an ordinance was passed to set
Mountain Home came away with two wins as they played six junior high basketball games Thursday at Batesville. The Junior Lady Bombers dominated the varsity girls’ game. Mountain Home breezed past Batesville 43-15. The varsity boys’ contest
The Mountain Home High School wrestling teams hosted a tri-dual event Thursday at Pinkston Middle School. The Bomber boys picked up wins of 47-21 over Har-Ber and 54-11 over Vilonia. Zane Durracq, Mario Wynn-Alverez, Noah Merry, Seth
The Mountain Home High School bowling teams had mixed results as they hosted Concord Thursday at Driftwood Lanes. The Bomber boys had 3,529 pins to defeat the Pirates with 2,713. Mountain Home’s averages include Gray Daniels at
JONESBORO, Ark. (AP) – Taryn Todd had 23 points in Arkansas State’s 83-79 victory against UT Arlington on Thursday night. Todd added eight rebounds for the Red Wolves (8-3). Joseph Pinion added 16 points while shooting 4
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) – An Arkansas lawmaker has proposed a bill that would reward truck drivers who report a human trafficking incident. “Anything we can do to make a dent in human trafficking is a good thing,”
State Board of Election Commissioners Director Chris Madison (left) leads a meeting in Little Rock on Dec. 11, 2024, while Secretary of State John Thurston acts as chairman. (Mary Hennigan/Arkansas Advocate) The State Board of Election Commissioners
CONWAY, Ark. – Conway police successfully resolved a tense situation Tuesday involving an individual armed with both a sword and a firearm. Authorities say officers were called to a residence on Rich Smith Lane after reports of
Pictured left to right, Coach Ryan Benedict, Bryson Roberts, Lucy Benham, Grayson Hughes, Eleanor Barnett, and Coach Lisa Coots The Cotter Elementary Chess Team delivered a strong performance at the OUR Educational Cooperative Chess Tournament, on December
FESTUS, Ark. – The Arkansas State Police (ASP) Criminal Investigation Division (CID) is investigating the death of Clara Braxton, 45, of Independence County, Arkansas. Ms. Braxton’s body was discovered after a December 8, 2024, officer-involved shooting in
Mountain Home High School’s bowling and wrestling teams are set for home outings on Thursday. The Bomber and Lady Bomber bowling teams are set to meet Concord at Driftwood Lanes. Action is scheduled for 3:30. Mountain Home’s
Thursday will be a busy day for basketball on the local level, and the Mountain Home High School teams will spend the evening in northwest Arkansas. The Bomber boys will be in Farmington for their first game
On Tuesday night, the Marion County Quorum Court passed a resolution to vacate the Marion County Library Board permanently after County Judge Jason Stumph temporarily disbanded the Library Board on December 5th. Judge Stumph spoke with KTLO,
The jury trial for an Irving, Texas man charged with involvement in a multi-state theft ring where items were purchased with counterfeit checks was made unnecessary when he pled guilty to the charges against him Wednesday afternoon
A Mountain Home man is in the Baxter County Detention Center after being arrested for fighting with officers during a traffic stop. Forty-three-year-old Joseph David Young is facing seven charges for the incident, two of the felonies.
A community working together has led to new literacy opportunities for young children. On Wednesday afternoon a ribbon cutting was held to dedicate two Little Free Library (LFL) boxes in the city of Norfork. The project involved
Coltie Young had 28 points in UL Monroes 89-73 victory against Arkansas-Pine Bluff on Wednesday night.Young shot 9 for 15 (7 for 13 from 3-point range) and 3 of 3 from the free-throw line for the Warhawks
The Mountain Home High School girls’ basketball team was able to get the win in its opener of the Red Dog Invitational at Springdale. Matt Sharp has the details. Listen: click to download audio The Lady
A few area high school basketball teams continued action in the Battle of the Border Tournament Wednesday at Mammoth Spring. Cotter’s boys advanced to the consolation title game after defeating Viola 74-31. In the other boys’ game,
Photo courtesy of the Arkansas State Police BLYTHEVILLE, Ark. – On Monday, December 9, 2024, Special Agents from the Arkansas State Police (ASP) Criminal Investigation Division (CID), the ASP Highway Patrol Division, the Second Judicial Drug Task
A 15-year-old teenager is facing charges after allegedly stealing two school buses and crashing one of them in Mayflower, according to the Conway Police Department.On Monday, December 9, police received a report of the missing teen after
GOULD, Ark. – On Wednesday, December 11, 2024, around 12:30 a.m., Arkansas State Police (ASP) Criminal Investigation Division (CID) was contacted by the Department of Corrections to investigate the death of an inmate in the Cummins Unit.CID
Benny Magness (left) leads a Board of Corrections meeting in North Little Rock on July 26, 2024. (Mary Hennigan/Arkansas Advocate) Arkansas prison officials on Tuesday approved a lease agreement between the states Development Finance Authority and the
The Cotter Public Schools Board of Education will meet in regular session Thursday night at 7. Items on the agenda include: – financial reports; – academic reports; – dedication of new building; – monthly petition for student
Residents in portions of Missouri have been feeling the ground move as a large US fault line has been raising concerns. On Tuesday, several small earthquakes were recorded near the New Madrid Fault Line in southeastern Missouri,
The finalists for the Farm Bureau Insurance Awards have been announced for the high school football season, and two athletes and two coaches are among those on the list. The finalists were selected by the Hooten’s Arkansas
High school basketball makes up much of the local Wednesday schedule and includes the Mountain Home girls in the first of three straight games in Springdale. The Lady Bombers will meet the Oklahoma Flame homeschool program in
The Izard County High School bowling teams will be in action on Wednesday. The Cougars meet Southside Batesville at Frontier Lanes in Ash Flat. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
A few area high school basketball teams were in Mammoth Spring on Tuesday to conclude the first round of the Battle of the Border Tournament. Cotter’s girls defeated Calico Rock 50-27. Cotter did not fare as well
The Mountain Home High School boys’ basketball team was able to take first possession of the Battle of the Border trophy before they left West Plains on Tuesday. Matt Sharp has the details. Listen: click to download
An Izard County man has been arrested for assaulting his girlfriend and ramming her vehicle into the ditch with his work truck when she tried to escape, pushing her grandmother and trying to take her three-year-old son.
A Theodosia man sustained minor injuries in a single-vehicle crash late Monday night in Ozark County. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the 25-year-old man was driving south on Missouri Highway P, about two miles west
Jason Tomes (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) Jason Arnold Tomes, a self-admitted addict who has picked up mainly drug related charges in two counties, appeared in Baxter County Circuit Court on December 2. The 36-year-old
A special Christmas celebration is set to light up Calico Rock this Saturday. The festivities include Living Windows and the Lighted Christmas Parade, presented by the Calico Rock Museum and Visitor Center, Main Street Calico Rock, and
It’s been nearly two years since Lucky Dawg Rescue was established as a local nonprofit to provide a path to loving homes for pets that can no longer be cared for. In that amount of time, the
The Mountain Home High School swim teams competed in a meet at Paragould on Tuesday. The Bombers finished fourth out of nine boys’ teams. Caleb Due won the 200-yard individual medley in a state-qualifying time, and Josh
The Mountain Home High School bowling teams went to Harrison on Tuesday and competed against the Goblins and Valley Springs at Oddball Social. The Bombers won the boys’ side with 3,042 total pins. Harrison finished second with
Arkansas guard Boogie Fland signals to teammates while dribbling during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Michigan Tuesday in New York. (Photo courtesy of Associated Press) NEW YORK (AP) – Boogie Fland scored
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) – Mwani Wilkinson’s 25 points helped Little Rock defeat Ouachita Baptist 80-57 on Tuesday night. Wilkinson also added eight rebounds, three steals, and three blocks for the Trojans (6-4). Travonne Jackson shot 5
Baxter County Jurors in Group X do not need to report for jury duty Wednesday. A new reporting date is not available at this time. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
Richard Druckrey (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) A Mountain Home man entered a guilty plea to three counts of sexual assault during a session of Baxter County Circuit Court Monday and was sentenced to 35
The City of Bull Shoals Council Workshop will be held in the City of Bull Shoals Council Chambers on Tuesday, 10, 2024 at 6:30 pm located at 706 CS Woods Blvd. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
No injuries were reported in a fire in the Bakersfield school gym Tuesday morning. Students were in the gym at the time the fire broke out, but quick work by maintenance worker Jason Marsh helped keep the
A man found severely injured early Tuesday morning is now being investigated as a homicide victim, according to the North Little Rock Police Department (NLRPD). According to the statement provided by NLRPD officials, officers responded to a
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Sen. Linda Chesterfield, D-Little Rock, tells members of the Arkansas Public Service Commission that the people she represents can’t afford a rate increase for natural gas during a committee meeting on Oct. 28, 2024. (Mary Hennigan/Arkansas Advocate)
The Arkansas Razorback basketball team will be in New York on Tuesday. The Hogs will take part in the Jimmy V Classic as they meet 14th-ranked Michigan. Arkansas is currently 7-2 on the season. The Razorbacks are
When the Mountain Home High School football team opened their season with West Plains in late August, the game was branded the “Battle of the Border” with the two teams squaring off for a trophy. That brand
The Mountain Home High School swim teams will return to the road on Tuesday. The Bombers and Lady Bombers will compete in a meet at Paragould. The start time is set for 5. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
Mountain Home will be among the high schools sending their bowling teams to Harrison on Tuesday. The Bombers and Lady Bombers will take on the Goblins and Valley Springs at Oddball Social. Action begins at 3:30. WebReadyTM
Mountain Home came away with two wins as they hosted Paragould for six junior high basketball games on Monday. The Junior Lady Bombers squeaked by the Junior Lady Rams 25-24 in the varsity girls’ game for their
Tuesday’s basketball schedule includes the end of the first round in the Battle of the Border Tournament at Mammoth Spring. On the boys’ side, Cotter and Alton, Mo., tip off at 5, and Viola faces the host
Two area high school basketball teams won their openers in Battle of the Border Tournament Monday at Mammoth Spring. Viola’s girls defeated Couch, Mo., 47-40. Taylor Richardson led the Lady Longhorns with 22 points and was 12
The archery team from Pinkston Middle School competed in the Valley Springs Archery Tournament on Saturday. The Bombers finished in sixth place in the tournament with a total of 2,710 points scored by the top 12 archers.
Disaster seems to have been avoided last week when a power outage on Bull Shoals Dam had an effect on the White River trout fishery. Some trout did not survive after water was drained from the shallowest
Tyler Yount (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) One of the three people involved in an attempted theft of drugs from a Mountain Home residence that involved gunfire and left the home’s occupant wounded appeared during
A rural Baxter County teen suffered what was termed a suspected minor injury Friday afternoon when her vehicle bounced off a tree and slid for nearly 35 feet. Eighteen-year-old Isabella Rossman was transported by ambulance to Baxter
The North Arkansas Fly Fishers (NAFF) will host their annual Beginners Fly Tying Class on select Monday evenings in January and February. Sessions will run from 6 to 8 on Jan. 6, Jan. 13, Jan. 27, and
Baxter County 4-H is gearing up for its annual Chili Fundraiser, set to take place this Friday from 11 to 6 at the Baxter County Extension Office. The event, which occurs every fall, is open to the
The Marion County Quorum Court will meet Tuesday night at 6. Items on the agenda include the 2025 budget, American Rescue fund transfer, federal audit funds, ARPA revenue replacement and Administration of Justice funds. WebReadyTM Powered by
The Baxter County Election Commission will meet Wednesday at Noon to address general housekeeping tasks and discuss future planning considerations. The meeting will take place at the Election Commission office, located at 213 East 5th Street in
Baxter County Jurors in Group X will not need to report for jury duty on Tuesday. Jurors will need to report for jury duty Wednesday morning at 9 to the Baxter County Court Complex located at
The Gassville City Council will meet Thursday night at 6 for a budget work session at the Gassville Community Center. The session will focus on financial planning and discussions for the upcoming fiscal year. WebReadyTM Powered by
Work on the signal tower for 99.7 The Boot is still being completed, and as a result, there has been a delay on when the station will be back on the air. As of Monday afternoon,
Arkansas State Police has announced 10-year-old Chevelle Cummings, who was reported missing from her home early Monday morning, has been found safe. PREVIOUS STORY Authorities are searching for a 10-year-old girl reported missing and endangered from her
The Northeast Public Water Authority will have its annual meeting Tuesday afternoon at 2 at the Northeast Lakeside Fire Station Auxiliary building located at 5520 Highway 62 E. in Mountain Home. Two directors will be elected to
Missouri’s Amendment 2, legalizing sports betting, officially took effect last Thursday, but bettors will have to wait a little longer before they can place legal wagers in the state. David Mitchell, a Finance and Economics professor at
The Norfork City Council will hold a workshop meeting Tuesday night at 6:30 at Norfork City Hall. Items on the agenda include: – update on city sign; – update on Memorial; and an – open appointment
The City of Briarcliff Council Meeting and Briarcliff Improvement District will hold a meeting December 10th at 3:00 p.m. he meeting is open to the public and will be held at Tracy Area Fire Department located
Authorities are searching for a 10-year-old girl reported missing and endangered from her residence east of Texarkana. Chevelle Cummings was last seen around 1 Monday morning at the residence on Dooley Ferry Road. Cummings is described as
Sen. Bryan King, R-Green Forest, asks a question during a Dec. 6, 2024 committee meeting about a prison planned for Franklin County. (Mary Hennigan/Arkansas Advocate) If Arkansas’ new 3,000-bed prison is built as expected in Franklin County,
Basketball makes up the local Monday schedule and includes all of Mountain Home’s junior high teams being in front of the home crowd as they meet Paragould on the high school campus. In the Hangar, the seventh
Following a week of uncertainty for the Marion County Library last week when its director was arrested for misuse of funds and the county judge dissolved the library board, the judge wants county residents to be assured
Los Angeles Chargers linebacker Troy Dye (43) reacts as Kansas City Chiefs kicker Matthew Wright (49) is congratulated by teammates after making a game-winning field goal as time expires in an NFL football game Sunday in Kansas
On Saturday, a special christening was held in Newport News, Va., for the the USS Arkansas, and a group representing Mountain Home was among those in attendance. A group of students from the NJROTC at Mountain Home
Following a week of uncertainty for the Marion County Library last week when its director was arrested for misuse of funds and the county judge dissolved the library board, the judge wants county residents to be assured
Photo courtesy of University of Arkansas FAYETTEVILLE – Arkansas women’s basketball (6-5) used a 40-1 run, with 26 straight points, over a 15-minute period to take down SEMO, 84-45. The Hogs were down by 12 heading into
It’s been over a month since a dispute between the Baxter County Airport Commission and County Judge Kevin Litty was turned into legal action. At the end of October, Chairman Dr. Steven Vester announced the commission filed
Makaylah Riffle (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) A second woman involved in a “Thelma and Louise” type joy ride through Arkansas in a stolen pickup truck appeared in Baxter County Circuit Court on December 2.
The Yellville-Summit Public Schools Board of Education will meet in regular session Monday night at 5:30 in the Administration Building. Items on the agenda include: – petition for student transfers; – proposed fixed assets disposal; – proposal
The Salesville CIty Council will meet in regular session Monday night at 6 at Salesville City Hall. Items on the agenda include the 2025 budget and discussion of vacant council seat. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
CRYSTAL CITY, Mo. (AP) – Police in Missouri shot and wounded a suspect Sunday who authorities say opened fire after crashing his vehicle, in which investigators found the body of a female. Police in the St. Louis
Arkansas State guard Joseph Pinion (5) defends Memphis guard Tyrese Hunter (11) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game Sunday in Memphis, Tenn. (Photo courtesy of Associated Press) MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) – Joseph Pinion
Missouri’s Tamar Bates (2) celebrates a basket in front of Kansas’ Zeke Mayo (5) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game Sunday in Columbia, Mo. (Photo courtesy of Associated Press) COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) –
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – The Arkansas Razorbacks will rekindle an old Southwest Conference rivalry when they meet Texas Tech in the AutoZone Liberty Bowl on December 27 at 6 p.m. on ESPN inside Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium. The
COLUMBIA, Mo. – The University of Missouri will play in its 37th bowl game when it meets Iowa in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl on Monday, December 30 in Nashville. Kickoff between the No. 19 Tigers and
JONESBORO, Ark. (12/5/24) – The Arkansas State Athletics Department announced Sunday the Red Wolves have accepted an official invitation to play in the 2024 68 Ventures Bowl on Thursday, Dec. 26, at 8:00 p.m. (CT). Making its
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (AP) – The nuclear submarine USS Arkansas was christened Saturday, almost a decade in the making since the U.S. Navy announced that a Virginia-class submarine would bear the state’s name. Carlotta Walls LaNier, one
The Mountain Home High School girls’ wrestling team finished fourth in the Lady Bluebird Duals at Marshfield, Mo. The host school won the tournament; Waynesville, Mo., was second; and El Dorado, Mo., ended up third. The Lady
The Billy Ply Memorial Tournament came to an end Saturday at Flippin came to an end with one of Mountain Home High School’s basketball teams taking home a championship trophy. The Lady Bombers captured the title in
The Salem High School girls’ basketball team suffered its first loss of the season in the championship game of the Williams Baptist University High School Tournament Saturday at Walnut Ridge. Salem lost to another group of Lady
The Mountain Home seventh grade boys came away with a sweep as they competed in three games at a jamboree at Southside Batesville. The Seventh Grade Bombers beat up on the host Seventh Grade Southerners 29-9. Mountain
The Mountain Home High School swim teams competed in a meet at Searcy on Saturday. The Bombers finished fourth out of 11 boys’ teams. Mountain Home had a 200-yard medley relay team scoring a state-qualifying time of
Image courtesy of Arkansas Activities Association Bryant spent much of the high school football season as the top-ranked team in Arkansas, and Saturday, they proved why at War Memorial Stadium. The Hornets came from behind to capture
Image courtesy of Arkansas Activities Association Greenwood’s football team successfully defended its state championship from a year ago. The Bulldogs’ road to their 12th overall championship ended with an easy 61-35 victory over Shiloh Christian in Saturday’s
Jacob Pyeatt (Photo courtesy of Reily Rogers via Arkansas State University) PITTSBURG, Kan./BOSTON, Mass. (12/7/24) – A school record and six event titles highlighted Saturday’s competition for Arkansas State track and field, which had athletes competing in
Jakob McFarland (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) The charges against a man reported to have threatened to kill his father were dismissed during a session of Baxter County Circuit Court on December 2. Nineteen-year-old Jakob
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (AP) – Adou Thiero totaled 26 points and 10 rebounds and Arkansas rallied for a 75-60 victory over UTSA on Saturday. Thiero matched his career high for the Razorbacks – set two games earlier in
PINE BLUFF, Ark. (AP) – Quentin Bolton Jr.’s 22 points helped Arkansas-Pine Bluff defeat Central Arkansas 84-78 on Saturday night. Bolton went 8 of 12 from the field (6 for 9 from 3-point range) for the Golden
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (AP) – Samage Teel had 23 points, Jaden Daughtry scored 20 and Indiana State held off Missouri State 80-77 on Saturday night in a Missouri Valley Conference opener. Teel added nine assists and seven rebounds
Terry Johnson (Photo courtesy of Sharp County Sheriff’s Office) A man who was sentenced to 20 years in the Arkansas Department of Corrections earlier this year for possessing child pornography, and has open rape cases in Fulton
The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission (AGFC) is urging waterfowl hunters and wildlife watchers to remain alert for sick or dead birds in the wild, as avian influenza could pose risks to humans, pets, and domestic animals.
Baxter County jurors in Group X will not need to report for duty Monday morning. At this time, jurors should plan to report Tuesday morning at 9. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
Arkansas State head coach Butch Jones watches during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Michigan in Ann Arbor, Mich., Sept. 14, 2024. (Photo courtesy of Associated Press) JONESBORO, Ark. (AP) – Arkansas State
Photo courtesy of Carla Wehmeyer, Arkansas State University JONESBORO, Ark. (12/5/24) – The Arkansas State football team had 11 players selected to the 2024 All-Sun Belt Conference Teams, announced Thursday by the league office. The Red Wolves
Arkansas State Police (ASP) Criminal Investigation Division (CID) has arrested two individuals in connection with the shooting of a Little Rock man on Interstate 630 in January 2022. On Tuesday, December 3, 2024, ASP Special Agents, along
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) – A man in Arkansas turned himself in Thursday in connection with a mall shooting that left two people injured on Black Friday, authorities said. The 18-year-old man surrendered to the Little Rock
Missouri residents and abortion-rights advocation react to a speaker during Missourians for Constitutional Freedom kick-off petition drive Feb. 6, 2024, in Kansas City, Mo. Abortion-rights advocates asked a judge Wednesday to overturn Missouri’s near-total ban on the
Photo courtesy of NEXT powered by NAEC The Mountain Home Chamber of Commerce has announced its winners of the float contest from the parade during the Mountain Home Christmas-Town Festival. After finishing second a year prior, NEXT
Saturday’s basketball schedule includes the final day of the Billy Ply Memorial Tournament at Flippin, and both Mountain Home High School teams will be in action. The Bomber boys will compete for third place in the tournament
Mountain Home High School has wrestling and swimming scheduled for Saturday morning. The Bomber and Lady Bomber swim teams will be on the road as they compete in a meet at Searcy. Action begins at 10. The
The second night of the Billy Ply Memorial Tournament ended with the Mountain Home High School basketball teams splitting their semifinal games. The Lady Bombers wrapped up the night with a 61-36 victory over Bentonville West. While
The Cotter High School girls’ basketball team was able to pick up a conference win on the road. The Lady Warriors went to Newark and topped Cedar Ridge 44-38. Norfork came away with two wins as they
The Mountain Home High School bowling teams’ first road trip of the season was a successful one as they were able to sweep Batesville at the Hollywood Bowl. The Lady Bombers defeated the Lady Pioneers 13-0. Mountain
Photo courtesy of Salem School District The Salem High School football team has advanced to its first state championship game in school history after making its third semifinal appearance in eight years. The Greyhounds went on the road
Image courtesy of Arkansas Activities Association Little Rock Parkview’s football team captured its third consecutive Class 5A state championship Friday night at War Memorial Stadium. Just like their win last year, the mercy rule was needed as
CLASS 4A Elkins 33, Mills 22 Arkadelphia 36, Southside Batesville 6 CLASS 3A Salem 38, Mansfield 20 Bismarck 49, Fordyce 12 WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
Vincent Walrath (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) A Missouri man whom allegedly stole a car in Baxter County Thursday afternoon and led law enforcement on a lengthy pursuit after waving at a deputy to start
Two Norfork residents suffered what were termed suspected minor injuries in a head-on collision Friday morning. Fifty-two-year-old Travis Prillwitz and 55-year-old Kelly Henderson were transported by ambulance to Baxter Health. According to the crash report from the
William Smith (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) A hearing on motions filed by a man arrested in mid-July after making alleged threats to kill a number of people was canceled after he withdrew the motions
The citizens of Cotter are grieving the loss of Peter Peitz, a cherished leader and philanthropist, who passed away on Nov. 26, 2024. Known for his boundless generosity and unwavering commitment to the community, Peitz’s impact on
Image courtesy of Arkansas Activities Association The first 11-man state championship in Arkansas high school football was captured by Conway Christian on Friday. The Eagles won the Class 2A title game 18-8 over East Poinsett County at
One of our stations is going to be off the air for the weekend. The signal tower for 99.7 The Boot is needing to be relocated, and as a result, the station was taken off the airwaves
High school basketball makes up much of the local Friday schedule, and it includes the second day of the Billy Ply Memorial Tournament at Flippin. Both of Mountain Home’s teams will be competing in the semifinals. The
The Mountain Home High School bowling teams will have their first road test of the season on Friday. The Bombers and Lady Bombers will meet Batesville at the Hollywood Bowl. Action begins at 3:30. WebReadyTM Powered by
The Salem High School football team is one win away from its first state championship game appearance. The Greyhounds will make their third semifinal appearance in eight years as they travel to Mansfield to continue the Class
The Billy Ply Memorial Tournament began its three-day run at Flippin, and the Mountain Home High School basketball teams were able to win their openers. Matt Sharp has the details. Listen: click to download audio The Bomber
The Mountain Home Christian Academy varsity boys’ basketball team had a rough night on the road. The Eagles suffered an 80-45 defeat at the hands of Viola. Gainesville’s boys picked up a win on the consolation side
Mountain Home ended up suffering five junior high basketball losses against Valley View Thursday at Jonesboro. The Junior Bombers fell in the varsity game to the Junior Blazers 50-23. Mountain Home drops to 2-6 on the season
The Mountain Home High School boys’ wrestling team had mixed results on Thursday as they competed in a pair of duals at Dover. The Bombers began the night by defeating the host Pirates 53-23, but they later
Image courtesy of Arkansas Activities Association The first week of Arkansas’ high school football state championships got underway Thursday with the eight-man game. Strong captured the title as they routed Midland 66-14 at War Memorial Stadium in
In just two minutes and 24 seconds, the Marion County Library Board was dissolved during a special meeting Thursday night.The meeting, called by County Judge Jason Stumph and board chair Linda Ramos, focused on personnel matters following
Jason Boisclair (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) A Gassville man whose charges include negligent homicide and second-degree battery stemming from a traffic accident in which a Yellville woman was killed appeared in Baxter County Circuit
The Flippin Police Department is connecting with the community of Marion County this holiday season with their annual Shop with a Cop program set for Saturday morning at 11 at the Flippin Walmart. The event pairs officers
The City of Mountain Home issued 5 business licenses in October, including three home-based, according to a report from Jeannie Anderson, Building Inspection Manager. The five business licenses include: – Sofa City, LLC, a retail store, located
Photo courtesy of University of Arkansas FAYETTEVILLE – Arkansas women’s basketball (5-5) did its part in this year’s SEC/ACC Challenge after picking a 75-64 win over Boston College (6-4) on Thursday night at Bud Walton Arena. The
JONESBORO, Ark. (AP) – Taryn Todd’s 15 points helped Arkansas State defeat Jackson State 66-64 on Thursday night. Todd shot 5 for 18 (1 for 5 from 3-point range) and 4 of 6 from the free-throw line
Arkansas lawmakers listen to a virtual presentation about wind turbines from Mary Dye, a Republican lawmaker from Washington on Dec. 4, 2024. (Tess Vrbin/Arkansas Advocate) A Washington state lawmaker presented a case against wind turbines to an
Bob Holt, a beloved sportswriter who covered the Arkansas Razorbacks for over four decades, passed away Wednesday evening at the age of 65 after collapsing at the University of Missouri’s football stadium, following the Hogs’ loss to
The Baxter County Airport Commission will meet in regular session Thursday night at 6 in the Baxter County Airport Terminal Building Conference Room. Items on the agenda include project status and other business. WebReadyTM Powered by
A birds nest appears to be the cause of a fire in the parking lot sign at Walgreens. The Mountain Home Fire Dept (MHFD) responded to reports of fire at the Walgreens on Highway 62E in Mountain
The holiday season will officially kick off this Friday evening with the Mountain Home Christmas Parade and the 6th annual First Security Bank Tree Lighting Ceremony. Festivities around the Mountain Home town square begin at 4:30, featuring
Heidi Cobler (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) A woman caught on video striking a three-year-old developmentally disabled child on the head with her hand shortly after spanking the child appeared in Baxter County Circuit Court
A law enforcement official accidentally shot himself in an office on the campus of the Lead Hill School District Tuesday. The injury was not believed to be life threatening. The man was not identified.According to a statement
In November, 11 building permits were issued according to a report from the City of Mountain Home’s Building Inspection Manager Jeannie Anderson. Two commercial remodel permits were issued in November with the first issued to North Arkansas
The Mountain Home High School bowling teams began the season Wednesday by taking on Norfork and Calico Rock at Driftwood Lanes. The Bombers won the boys’ side with a total score of 2,544. The Panthers finished second
The Salem High School girls’ basketball team was able to dominate its first game in the Williams Baptist University High School Tournament Wednesday at Walnut Ridge. The top-seeded Lady Greyhounds invoked the mercy rule as they routed
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) – Johnathan Lawson’s 18 points helped Little Rock defeat Central Arkansas 63-57 on Wednesday night. Lawson added six assists for the Trojans (5-4). Mwani Wilkinson scored 15 points while going 6 of 18
Missouri residents and abortion-rights advocation react to a speaker during Missourians for Constitutional Freedom kick-off petition drive Feb. 6, 2024, in Kansas City, Mo. Abortion-rights advocates asked a judge Wednesday to overturn Missouri’s near-total ban on the
Karleigh Drewry (sitting, second from left) surrounded by family and coaches Another Mountain Home High School senior has become the latest to make her decision to continue her athletic career on the collegiate level official. Karleigh Drewry
A Marion County Library employee has been arrested and charged with felony offenses, including failure to file tax returns and tampering with public records, following an investigation into alleged misuse of county funds and a county credit
A licensed law enforcement officer employed by the Lead Hill School District accidentally discharged his firearm, injuring himself. In a letter to parents, the district’s superintendent explained that the incident occurred around noon on Tuesday in a
A 16-year-old Ozark County girl who was a high school student at Gainesville was killed in a two-vehicle accident Tuesday night. The Missouri State Highway Patrol no longer identifies those involved in accidents, but the Ozark County
A new milestone has been achieved for the creation of the Mountain Home Community Center and aquatic facility under construction at McCabe Park. A topping out ceremony was held Tuesday afternoon to signify the completion of the
Baxter County Judge Kevin Litty took a stop by KTLO, Classic Hits and the Boot News on Wednesday morning to give an update residents what’s going on in Baxter County. During Judge Litty’s talk with KTLO’s Heather
The Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration’s monthly revenue report shows a decline in state revenue compared to last year, although it remains above projections. The report, covering the period through November 14, reveals that net available
Wednesday will mark the start of another season for the Mountain Home High School bowling teams. The Bombers and Lady Bombers will begin the campaign by meeting Norfork and Calico Rock at Driftwood Lanes. Mountain Home’s boys
The Mountain Home High School swim teams will return to the road on Wednesday. The Bombers and Lady Bombers will compete in a meet at Springdale. The start time is scheduled for 4. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
Two area high school girls’ basketball teams are scheduled for tournament play on Wednesday. After having a first round bye, Salem will play its opener in the 65th-annual Williams Baptist University High School Tournament at Walnut Ridge.
Cotter had mixed results as they played four basketball games at Mammoth Spring. The Warriors lost the senior boys’ game to the Bears 55-45. Mammoth Spring also took the senior girls’ contest 35-25. Cotter fared better in
A Baxter County man suffered what was termed a suspected minor injury early Friday morning when his vehicle struck a tree. Fifty-one-year-old Jason Ragsdale of the Jordan area was transported by ambulance to Baxter Health. According to
The Baxter County Quorum Court’s final regular session of 2024 lasted less than a half hour, but it ended with nearly half of the court being recognized for their service. Matt Sharp has the details. Listen: click
A Boone County man faces charges after allegedly attempting to use a stolen credit card. Twenty-three-year-old Triston Keith Breger is facing charges of felony theft by receiving and misdemeanor criminal use of prohibited weapons following the Nov.
Cotter Robotics Team at Reed Springs Cotter’s first year of competition for its newly formed 7th-grade robotics team is already getting noticed at area robotics competitions. The Cotter robotics team recently secured the Judges Award at the
A Boone County man has been arrested for raping multiple female family members. Facing nine counts of rape is 44-year-old David Earl Hunt of Omaha. According to the probable cause affidavit from the Boone County Sheriff’s Office,
California guard Javon Blacksher Jr. (right) and Missouri guard Marcus Allen (left) scramble for a loose ball during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game Tuesday in Columbia, Mo. (Photo courtesy of Associated Press) Anthony
The city of Bull Shoals will have another new mayor when the new year begins. Challenger William “Bill” Stahlman defeated incumbent Carol Duss in Tuesday night’s runoff election. Stahlman ended up with 283 votes for 53% of
CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP) – Boogie Fland had 18 points and six assists, D.J. Wagner added 14 points and Johnell Davis scored 11 of his 12 in the second half Tuesday night to help Arkansas beat Miami
This undated photo provided by the Missouri Department of Corrections shows Christopher Collings. (Photo courtesy of Missouri Department of Corrections via Associated Press) BONNE TERRE, Mo. (AP) – Rowan Ford knew Christopher Collings as “Uncle Chris” after
Sandra Hemme (center) meets with family and supporters after she was released from Chillicothe Correctional Center July 19, 2024, in Chillicothe, Mo. (Photo courtesy of The Kansas City Star via Associated Press) KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) –
Nicholas Koskinen (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) A Mountain Home man was sentenced to 16 years in prison during a session of Baxter County Circuit Court Monday. Thirty-nine-year-old Nicholas Thomas Koskinen pled guilty to the
Monday was the final day for early voting for Tuesday’s runoff elections. Bull Shoals ended up 102 ballots cast on Monday, bringing the four-day total to 376. Polls will be open until 7:30 Tuesday evening as Bull
Implementing 12-hour shifts for employees at Arkansas’ six Community Correction Centers could reduce the state’s backlog of inmates in county jails to below 2,000 by Jan. 1, officials said Monday at the state Board of Corrections’ monthly
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North Arkansas Electric Cooperative, or NAEC, has announced members served by the Salem 1 and 2 substations will experience a planned power outage late Wednesday night. The outage, scheduled to begin Wednesday night at 11, is expected
The Mountain Home High School wrestling teams have cancelled their matches for Tuesday. The Bombers and Lady Bombers where scheduled for a road trip to Maumelle for an outing with the Hornets and Cedar Ridge. WebReadyTM
Basketball makes up much of the local Tuesday schedule. On the high school level, Mountain Home Christian Academy’s boys travel to Theodosia to meet Lutie, Cotter makes the trip to Mammoth Spring, Norfork heads to Yellville-Summit, Viola
Arkansas will be among the basketball teams taking part in the SEC/ACC Challenge on Tuesday. The Razorbacks will be on the road for an outing with Miami. Arkansas is currently 5-2 on the season. The Hogs are
Missouri’s game in the SEC/ACC Challenge will be the seventh of its current 10-game home stand. The Tigers are set to welcome California to Columbia on Tuesday. Mizzou is currently 6-1 on the year. The Tigers’ last
Monday nights basketball action saw Flippin on the road to face Lead Hill. It was a good night for the Bobcats as they took wins in both matches. In the girl’s game the final score was 71-26
Mountain Home’s junior basketball teams saw mostly losses Monday evening as they welcomed Nettleton to the home floor.In boy’s 8th grade action the junior Bombers saw a loss of 8-52. Leading in scoring was Hayden Wagner with
The Baxter County Road and Bridge Department has announced that Dec. 31 will be the final day for storm brush drop-off and roadside pickup related to the 2024 tornadoes, according to Superintendent Larry Carter. Residents may drop
Lakin Greer (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) A Baxter County Detention Center inmate is accused of spitting on and later assaulting another inmate. Thirty-two-year-old Lakin Greer of Jordan is facing charges of third-degree battery and
Nonprofit organizations across the Twin Lakes Area are gearing up for Giving Tuesday, a global day of generosity set for Dec. 3. The annual event encourages individuals and businesses to donate money, time, or resources to causes
A Cotter man was arrested last week after threatening to injure his father and assaulting law enforcement. Thirty-one-year-old Cody Wayne Sallee is facing five charges for the incident, including two counts of aggravated assault on a law
The Mountain Home City Council meeting scheduled for Thursday night has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for December 19. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
The Baxter County Quorum Court will hold its regular monthly meeting Tuesday night at 6 in the second-floor courtroom of the Baxter County Courthouse. The agenda includes: – an ordinance to rename the Animal Control Department as
Missouri wide receiver Luther Burden III (3) sprints past a Mississippi State defender with a first down pass reception during the second half of an NCAA college football game Nov. 23 in Starkville, Miss. (Photo courtesy of
President-elect Donald Trump speaks during a meeting with the House GOP conference, Nov. 13, 2024, in Washington. (Photo courtesy of Allison Robbert/Pool via Associated Press) WASHINGTON (AP) – President-elect Donald Trump has named billionaire investment banker Warren
This undated photo provided by the Missouri Department of Corrections shows Christopher Collings. (Photo courtesy of Missouri Department of Corrections via Associated Press) ST. LOUIS (AP) – Missouri’s governor on Monday denied clemency for Christopher Collings, a
The Yellville City Council will meet Monday night at 6. Items on the agenda include discussion of the 2025 state holiday calendar and a resolution for the 2025 budget. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
On Friday afternoon, authorities with the Little Rock Police Department (LRPD) responded to a shooting at Park Plaza Mall that left two people injured.According to the city’s dispatch log, officers were called to the scene at 1:45
As Cyber Monday deals flood the internet, it is important to stay cautious while shopping online to avoid scams and fraud. Shoppers should stick to trusted, well-known retailers and verify that websites are secure by looking for
Basketball makes up the local Monday schedule and includes three of Mountain Home’s junior high teams on the home floor as they welcome Nettleton to the Twin Lakes Area. The eighth grade boys’ game tips off at
Another election day is coming up for two area cities. Runoff races will be held Tuesday for the Bull Shoals mayoral position and Ward 3, Position 1 on the Harrison City Council. Incumbent Bull Shoals Mayor Carol
After an abnormally dry October, early November flooding resulted in last month becoming the fourth-wettest November on record. While no daily records were broken, one day entered the top 10 among wettest days in recorded history. At
Monday is the last day nominations can be submitted for the 2024 Mountain Home Area Chamber of Commerce Awards. The Chamber is seeking nominations to honor individuals and organizations that inspire the community and excel in their
The North Arkansas Partnership for Health Education (NAPHE) will be hosting a workshop on a comprehensive approach to the prevention of substance use. NAPHE’s Region 2 Prevention Task Force will present “Learning the Strategic Prevention Framework” Tuesday
The holiday season can be a difficult time for those mourning the loss of a loved one and to provide comfort and support, Kirby & Family Funeral and Cremation Services will hold its Annual Holiday Remembrance Program
Photo courtesy of Pine Bluff Police Department Authorities are searching for a suspect connected to an aggravated residential burglary Saturday in Pine Bluff. The Pine Bluff Police Department’s Detective Office is seeking the public’s assistance in locating
NASSAU, Bahamas (AP) – Cruz Davis scored 24 points to lead Hofstra and Michael Graham hit the game-winning layup with two seconds remaining as the Pride took down Arkansas State 68-66 on Sunday night at Baha Mar
MANHATTAN, Kan. (AP) – Achor Achor scored 21 points to lead six in double figures and a late flurry of 3-pointers gave Kansas State the school scoring record in a 120-73 victory over Arkansas-Pine Bluff on Sunday.
TULSA, Okla. (AP) – Dez White’s 18 points helped Missouri State defeat Oral Roberts 72-67 on Sunday night. White also added five assists for the Bears (5-3). Zaxton King scored 12 points while going 3 of 3
MANHATTAN, Kan. (AP) – Serena Sundell had 17 points and seven assists to lead five Kansas State players in double-figures scoring, and the ninth-ranked Wildcats rolled to an 86-39 victory over Central Arkansas on Sunday. Taryn Sides
On Monday, a three-judge panel will consider whether a federal lawsuit challenging Arkansas’ U.S. House congressional district map will go to trial in the spring. The lawsuit, filed last May by the Legal Defense Fund, O’Melveny &
Jenna Lawrence (Photo courtesy of University of Arkansas) DAYTONA, Fla. – Arkansas women’s basketball fell to 4-5 on the season after Bowling Green staged a 15-point comeback in the second half for a 79-78 win. Despite the
Missouri quarterback Brady Cook throws a pass during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Arkansas Saturday in Columbia, Mo. (Photo courtesy of Associated Press) COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) – Brady Cook rushed for a
JONESBORO, Ark. (AP) – Freshman Quinn Henicle ran for two touchdowns and threw for two more in his first start to lead Old Dominion to a 40-32 win over Arkansas State on Saturday. Henicle rushed for 205
NASSAU, Bahamas (AP) – Trae Broadnax scored 18 points as Rice beat Arkansas State 75-67 in the Baha Mar Hoops tournament on Saturday night. Broadnax also added six rebounds and six assists for the Owls (6-2). Kellen
An area man is dead after he was partially ejected from the pickup truck he was occupying early Sunday morning in southern Missouri. The unidentified 25-year-old Mammoth Spring resident was pronounced dead at the scene of the
A local physician is being remembered for his service to the medical field and various other organizations in the Twin Lakes Area. Dr. Peter Mackercher II died Monday at the age of 78. Dr. Mackercher was originally
A 20-year-old man charged with attempting to force his way into two vehicles occupied by females in Baxter County, and with two counts of sexual indecency with a minor in Prairie County has now pled guilty to
A Boone County woman has been arrested and is facing multiple charges following an alleged assault at a local truck stop. Thirty-six-year-old Dannielle Heath has been charged with felony terroristic threatening in the first degree and several
The Ozarka College Board of Trustees has selected Dr. Josh Wilson, currently serving as vice president of advancement at Ozarka, as the next president of the institution. Wilson, a native of Izard County, brings extensive experience in
The Dora High School boys’ basketball team came up a little short to begin the final day of the Current River Challenge at Van Buren. The Falcons fell to Greenville by a final of 58-50. Dora drops
A homicide investigation is underway in Little Rock after an adult male was discovered Friday night with an apparent gunshot wound. The unidentified victim was pronounced dead at an undisclosed hospital. According to the Little Rock Police
ATLANTA (AP) – Lance Terry scored 25 points, Naithan George had 16 points and 11 assists, and Georgia Tech defeated Central Arkansas 87-68 on Saturday. After shooting 53% overall and making 9 of 18 3-pointers in the
Photo courtesy of Jefferson City Fire Department JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) – A house exploded early Saturday in Missouri’s capital city, injuring six people, including three critically, fire officials said. The explosion happened at 2:44 a.m., according
The Dora High School boys’ basketball team will have the opening game for the second day of the Current River Challenge in Van Buren. The Falcons are set to meet Greenville Saturday morning at 10. WebReadyTM Powered
The Arkansas Razorback football team will wrap up the regular season looking to capture the Battle Line Trophy and a guaranteed winning season. The Hogs will be in Columbia for an outing with 24th-ranked Missouri. Arkansas is
The jury trial for an Irving, Texas, man suspected of being involved in a multi-state theft ring where items were purchased with counterfeit checks is set for the week of December 9. Forty-four-year-old Roberto Jose Flores appeared
A Boone County man faces multiple charges following an alleged physical altercation with his girlfriend earlier this month. Twenty-one-year-old Christopher Waits is facing two felony counts of aggravated assault on a family or household member and one
Norman Wilber of Mountain Home is being remembered as a dedicated servant to his community in the legal profession and through civic duties. Wilber died Monday at the age of 75. Wilber was born in New York
As the holiday shopping season swings into full gear, local businesses in the Twin Lakes Area are preparing for Small Business Saturday. This annual event, celebrated the Saturday after Thanksgiving, encourages shoppers to “shop small” and support
The Mountain Home High School football team’s first appearance in the semifinals of the Class 6A State Playoffs in 18 years would end up as their last game of the season. The Bombers fell to Greenwood on
The Salem High School football team is one win away from punching its ticket to War Memorial Stadium. The Greyhounds were able to dominate in their final home game of the postseason as they beat up on
CLASS 7A Bryant 41, Pulaski Academy 7 Bentonville 36, Conway 34 CLASS 6A Greenwood 42, Mountain Home 0 Shiloh Christian 45, Benton 32 CLASS 5A Little Rock Parkview 44, Valley View 14 Farmington 59, Hot Springs Lakeside
Photo courtesy of University of Arkansas DAYTONA, Fla. – Arkansas women’s basketball (4-4) opened its trip to the Dayton Beach Classic with a 70-56 loss to Oklahoma State (7-0) on Friday night at the Ocean Center. Guard
NASSAU, Bahamas (AP) – Derrian Ford had 18 points in Arkansas State’s 86-81 win against Indiana State in the Baha Mar Hoops on Friday night. Ford added five rebounds for the Red Wolves (5-1). Terrance Ford Jr.
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The Bakersfield High School boys’ basketball team traveled to Van Buren on Friday for its game in the Current River Challenge. The Lions came up a little bit short as they fell to Pocahontas 52-47. WebReadyTM Powered
Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Nick Bolton (32) holds the recovery ball after a fumble by the Las Vegas Raiders during the second half of an NFL football game Friday in Kansas City, Mo. (Photo courtesy of Associated
COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) – Missouri’s Republican attorney general has pledged to enforce some laws restricting abortion despite a new constitutional amendment widely expected to undo the state’s near-total ban on the procedure. In an opinion requested by
Cole County Circuit Court Judge Jon Beetem asks questions during a hearing in Cole County Circuit Court in Jefferson City, Mo., May 23, 2018. (Photo courtesy of The Jefferson City News-Tribune via Associated Press) COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP)
Black Friday will be a big night for the Mountain Home High School football team as they are one win away from their first state championship game appearance in 18 years. The Bombers will compete in the
The Salem High School football team will continue with home field advantage on Friday as they will take part in the quarterfinals of the Class 3A State Playoffs. The Greyhounds will be matched up with Rivercrest for
The Bakersfield High School boys’ basketball team will be spending Black Friday in Van Buren as they play a game in the Current River Challenge. The Lions meet Pocahontas at 2:30. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
STOCKTON, Calif. (AP) – Elijah Fisher had 28 points in Pacific’s 83-71 victory over UAPB on Wednesday. Fisher also had nine rebounds for the Tigers (4-4). Lamar Washington scored 19 points while going 8 of 17 from
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) – Johnathan Lawsons 16 points helped Little Rock defeat Maryland-Eastern Shore 78-59 on Wednesday night. Lawson added five assists for the Trojans (4-4). Mwani Wilkinson scored 13 points and added 10 rebounds and
COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) – Tony Perkins scored 18 points and Marques Warrick added 17 to lead Missouri to an 81-61 win over Lindenwood on Wednesday night but the victory was dampened by an injury to Caleb Grill.
Details have now been released on the fire that heavily damaged the downtown Harrison Dollar General and an arrest in connection with the blaze has been made. Facing two charges in the case, including arson, is 25-year-old
Friday night marks the start of the 4th annual Coulter Celebration of Lights on the campus of ASU-Mountain Home with the lighting ceremony and the Candy Cane 5K walk/run. Those participating in the Candy Cane 5K can
Sales tax numbers for Baxter County and the City of Mountain Home continue to increase for the month of October. According to the Mountain Home Director of Finance and Treasury, Alma Clark, the city collected a total
Peter Peitz of Cotter is being remembered as a man who went through the experience of wartime in Germany as a child and later became an accomplished businessman and philanthropist in the Twin Lakes Area. Peitz died
A man said to have admitted being distracted by changing the music selection on his cellphone when he crossed the centerline and struck another vehicle, killing its driver, appeared in Baxter County Circuit Court Monday. The case
Third Graders from Calico Rock Throughout November, representatives from North Arkansas Electric Cooperative’s (NAEC) Sole Power Project have been delivering new shoes to third-grade students across the Twin Lakes Area. “Concern for Community” is one of the
The Arkansas Razorback basketball team will spend the holiday in Kansas City, Mo., as they compete in the Thanksgiving Hoops Showcase. The 19th-ranked Hogs will be paired with Illinois for the afternoon session. Arkansas is currently 5-1
Johnathan Lawsons 16 points helped Little Rock defeat Maryland-Eastern Shore 78-59 on Wednesday night. Lawson added five assists for the Trojans (4-4). Mwani Wilkinson scored 13 points and added 10 rebounds and three steals. Tuongthach Gatkek added
Elijah Fisher had 28 points in Pacific’s 83-71 victory over UAPB on Wednesday. Fisher also had nine rebounds for the Tigers (4-4). Lamar Washington scored 19 points while going 8 of 17 from the floor, including 1
During a recent episode of Talk of the Town, KTLO’s Sammy Raycraft spoke with Brother Sam Bailey about the upcoming Christmas program at Twin Lakes Baptist Church. When asked if he had a Thanksgiving message for the
The City of Bull Shoals has selected a new flag design following a community-wide contest. The contest received more than 800 submissions, with 186 residents from Marion and Baxter counties voting on their favorite designs. The top
The Food Bank of North Central Arkansas has received a $40,000 grant from the Methodist Foundation for Arkansas to support its efforts to combat food insecurity in the region. The grant, announced last Sunday, will further the
The case of Kristy Leedham-Johnston who faces charges stemming from the shooting death of then 48-year-old Mark Dennis Mucha has been continued until March 10, 2025. The continuation was necessary because no report has been returned on
92 voters cast their ballots Wednesday in early voting in the run-off race for Bull Shoals mayor between William “Bill” Stahlman Jr. and incumbent Carol Duss. According to Marion County Clerk Dawn Moffett, early voting in the
Crew members at the Dels getting ready for Thursday’s free meal at Rio Burrito A local burrito shop will be changing its menu this Thanksgiving to a share a meal with anyone who may be in need.
Drivers in rural Arkansas counties died in roadway accidents at a higher rate than those in urban areas from 2016 to 2022, according to data presented by the Arkansas Center for Health Improvement. “In rural areas, you’ve
Police investigate homicide outside of Helena-West Helena O’Reilly’s (Courtesy of Tommy Reed) A suspect involved in a Helena-West Helena homicide triggered a barricade situation at the Phillips County Detention Center on Tuesday while being processed by authorities.
Arkansas Republican Sens. Joshua Bryant of Rogers and Missy Irvin of Mountain View present bills proposing regulations on cryptocurrency mines to the Senate City, County and Local Affairs Committee on Thursday, April 18, 2024. (Tess Vrbin/Arkansas Advocate)
The Marion County Budget committee will meet December 3 at 5:30 at the Marion County Annex. Items on the agenda include an application for the tornado disaster relief fund. The public is invited to attend. WebReadyTM
A quaint country church south of Mountain Home is serving their community in a big way for Thanksgiving this year. The Free Will Harmony Baptist Church will hold their 2nd annual Thanksgiving dinner Thursday from 11
The Mountain Home High School football team’s big matchup with Greenwood is coming up on Black Friday. Fans wanting to attend the game will need to order their tickets online in advance. Tickets can be ordered by
Image courtesy of Little Rock Track and Cross Country Another Mountain Home High School senior will be continuing his athletic career on the collegiate level next year. Connor King recently signed a national letter of intent to
The Bakersfield High School boys’ basketball team was able to pick up an easy win at home on Tuesday. The Lions breezed past Alton 70-43. Gainesville’s girls had a rough outing in front of the home crowd.
One local restaurant is giving back this Thanksgiving by sharing it’s signature flavors with those in need. On Wednesday, Holy Smokes BBQ will provide 24 smoked turkeys for the Salvation Army’s Thanksgiving drive-thru meal. Owner Matt Wood
A Baxter County woman arrested twice in a short span of time last year pled guilty to charges against her during a session of Baxter County Circuit Court on November 18. Thirty-two-year-old Laiken Fox, who has listed
116 voters cast their ballots in the first day of early voting in the race for Bull Shoals mayor. The race for Bull Shoals mayor is being decided in a runoff election on December 3rd between William
Gaston’s White River Resort is gearing up for its highly anticipated annual Thanksgiving buffet, with every table fully booked for Thursday’s feast. The popular event is expected to draw approximately 800 guests, continuing the long-standing tradition of
The latest Baxter Health bond rating has been released, and while many healthcare facilities in the country have seen their rating go down since Covid, Baxter Health stayed the same. Moody Ratings released their ratings last week
The Free Will Harmony Baptist Church will hold their 2nd annual free Thanksgiving dinner Thursday from 11 to 7. The dinner will include turkey, ham, potatoes, stuffing, green beans and corn. Nathan Buck says the event served
GEORGE TOWN, Cayman Islands (AP) – Oscar Cluff’s 20 points helped South Dakota State defeat Missouri State 75-55 on Tuesday night. Cluff also contributed 12 rebounds and five assists for the Jackrabbits (6-2). Kalen Garry scored nine
ST. LOUIS – Two men have been accused in charging documents of involvement in the fatal kidnapping of a woman in Clayton, Missouri, last week. Anjuan Q. Mosby, 43, of St. Louis, was charged by complaint November
MALVERN, Ark. – The suspect in a fatal officer-involved shooting on Friday, November 22, 2024, has been identified as Eddie Williams, 42, from Malvern. During the incident, Williams, armed with an AR-style rifle, opened fire on law
The Baxter County Airport Commission will hold a special meeting tonight Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 6:00 PM in the Conference Room at the Baxter County Airport Terminal building. Agenda will include discussion about acquisition of
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Supporters of a resolution that would make Kansas City, Mo., a sanctuary city for transgender people celebrate outside of city council chambers after a committee approved the resolution, sending it to the full council for consideration on
Mountain Home Parks and Recreation is offering a series of clinics for coaches and officials taking part in the spring soccer season. The clinics are a free opportunity to be provided with more resources for the youth
Tuesday’s high school basketball schedule includes the final day of Holiday Hoopsgiving at the Panther Palace in Bergman. Yellville-Summit’s girls meet Kingston at noon, the Bergman girls face Manila at 2:40, and Bergman’s boys take on Paris
Details have been released on a wild pursuit of a Mountain Home man who tried to elude a sobriety checkpoint set up earlier this month by the Arkansas State Police (ASP) in which multiple Tactical Vehicle Intervention’s
A fire destroyed a house north of Mountain Home Monday evening. No injuries were reported in the blaze that leveled the home owned by Tammy McCalmont. According to the report from the Mountain Home Fire Department, the
A few area high school basketball teams took part on the third day of Holiday Hoopsgiving Monday at Bergman. Flippin ended up with mixed results. The boys invoked the mercy rule as they routed Paris 69-39. The
Several restaurants are serving Thanksgiving meals in the Twin Lakes Area. Salvation Army Annual drive-thru Thanksgiving feast Wednesday, November 27 from 3 until 6. The Dels Annual Meal at Rio Burrito Free meal on November 28 from
The Flippin School Board met in regular session Monday evening at 6. On the agenda were new hires, policy updates and approval of Christmas bonuses. Superintendent Kelvin Hudson shares the details. Listen: click to download audio WebReadyTM
