Mountain Home Public Schools will soon begin destroying outdated special education and 504 records dated prior to June 2020. District officials say the records are maintained for six years after a student graduates, moves or no longer
The National Weather Service is warning of multiple rounds of strong to potentially severe thunderstorms across Arkansas beginning late Thursday and continuing through Monday.Forecasters say storms could develop as early as Thursday night into early Friday morning,
A Missouri man is facing multiple charges after a 110 miles-per-hour pursuit in the city of Harrison followed by a foot pursuit before he was found hiding under a vehicle. Nineteen-year-old Charles Matthew Hutcherson of Brighton, Missouri
A Mountain Home man being held on multiple felony charges, including arson and animal cruelty, was placed on suicide watch at the Baxter County Detention Center after authorities say he exhibited suicidal and homicidal behavior and attempted
An accident Monday afternoon in Mountain Home resulted in suspected serious injuries to one of the drivers. According to the accident report from the Mountain Home Police Department, the accident at the intersection of Business Highway 62
Mountain Home Public Schools Superintendent Allyson Dewey will host a Drop-In With Dewey event Friday. Dewey will be available from 8:30 to 3 at the district’s administrative office to meet with community members and discuss school district
PHOTO: Children enjoy a sunny day exploring the 2025 Pinwheel Trail at the Baxter County Library. Photo courtesy of the Baxter County Library The Donald W. Reynolds Library serving Baxter County is inviting the community to celebrate
A Personnel Committee meeting has been scheduled for Thursday afternoon at 3:30 in the 3rd floor conference room of the Baxter County Courthouse. Members will discuss personnel policy updates and changes, juror reimbursements, and a temporary full-time
The Cotter City Council will meet in regular session Thursday at 6 at Cotter City Hall. During the meeting, the Saturday Club of Cotter is scheduled to present a check to the city, and North Arkansas Youth
The Marion County Democrats will hold a reorganizational meeting Saturday at 9 that morning in the courtroom of the Marion County Courthouse Annex in Yellville. A representative from the Arkansas Democratic Committee will be on hand to
The Ozark Mountain Solid Waste District will hold a board meeting Thursday at 10.The meeting will take place at Harrison City Hall, located at 118 Industrial Park Road in Harrison. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
Details have been released about the accident Monday afternoon in Gamaliel that closed the highway for several hours. The crash claimed the life of a Baxter County man and injured a woman from Howell County.The Arkansas State
A Mountain Home man who had recently been placed on probation in a vehicle theft case is back in custody following a high-speed pursuit Monday night in a reported stolen vehicle that ended in a crash in
The former Bull Shoals Court Clerk has been arrested for theft of funds. Forty-nine-year Darla Jo Hulen of Flippin is facing one felony count of theft of property.According to the probable cause affidavit from the Arkansas State
Recent changes made by The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission (AGFC) should make deer hunting season simplier for hunters as they head into the woods this coming fall. The updates were part of a broader package of
High School students around the state competed in Arkansas Game and Fish Commission’s Archery 3D State Championship on Saturday at Pangburn High School. Lead Hill High School earned a total score of 1,675, following first place by
NEXT Powered by NAEC is bringing back it’s Fuel the Future initiative and is asking local businesses to join them in paying down local school lunch debts. Last year NEXT started the program by awarding 12 local
The Gassville City Council met Tuesday evening for 90 minutes with Council Member Naomi Lassen absent. During the meeting minimum starting wage rate, cybersecurity policy, a regulation on outdoor burning and other items were discussed. Mayor Jeff
Mountain Home boy student-athletes will have the opportunity to receive free sports physicals Wednesday through Baxter Health. Physicals begin at 6 at the BRMC Physical Therapy Department. A parent or guardian must accompany all students, and required
The Salesville Planning and Zoning Commission will meet Wednesday afternoon at 1 in Salesville City Hall. The agenda includes discussion of the Intergovernmental Cooperative Agreement for the Procurement of Planning and Related Consulting Services. WebReadyTM Powered by
The Salesville City Council will have a special meeting Tuesday at 3pm at the Salesville City Hall to discuss bids for new heating and cooling unit for the Salesville City Hall. City Hall is located at
The Baxter County Sheriff’s Office has issued a community notification regarding a registered sex offender who has established a new residence in the area. Chad Douglas, born Nov. 30, 1986, is classified as a Level 3 sex
The person killed in an officer-involved shooting in Izard County Saturday morning was a Mountain Home man. The Arkansas State Police (ASP) says the victim has been identified as 35-year-old David Douglas.According to the ASP, the Izard
Twenty-three-year-old Kaleb Yost appeared in Baxter County Circuit Court/Criminal Division on April 13 facing charges including bringing methamphetamine into the Baxter County Detention Center. He was put on probation for four years. In addition, Yost has a
Around 75 employees will work the 110,000 sq ft facility scheduled to open in late May Mountain Home Parks and Recreation says it has received around 1000 applications for new staffing positions for the nearly completed Aquatic
The annual spring cleanup for the city of Mountain Home begins on Monday next week giving city residents an opportunity to dispose of large household items.According to information from the mayor’s office, Methvin Sanitation, a Waste Connections
The latest unemployment numbers from the Arkansas Division of Workforce Services and the Missouri Economic Research and Information Center show rates increased across north central Arkansas in January, while conditions were mixed in southern Missouri compared to
Changes to smallmouth bass limits will effect anglers on Crooked Creek, the Buffalo and White Rivers following recent regulation updates by the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission (AGFC). The local waterways are part of a system of
Local students will get an opportunity Tuesday to learn about America’s founding documents through a program hosted by the Donald W. Reynolds Library serving Baxter County. The program, titled America250 for Youth, is designed for students in
The Gassville City Council will meet Tuesday evening at 6.Under new business, council members will discuss water and wastewater audit items, presented by Brian Haas. The council will also consider several ordinances, including an ordinance establishing minimum
The Norfork City Council will meet Tuesday at 6:30 at City Hall. Items on the agenda include approval of the consent agenda and a public forum. Council members will review minutes from March workshop and regular meetings,
The Lakeview City Council will hold its regular meeting Tuesday evening at 7 and will tackle appointing a new mayor due to the retirement of Mayor Behling. Under old business, the council is scheduled to consider the
The Marion County Personnel Committee meeting originally scheduled for Tuesday has been cancelled according to a release from County Clerk Dawn Moffett. The meeting will be rescheduled and a future date will be posted. WebReadyTM Powered by
Reports of an accident at the intersection of U.S. Highway 62 and Bomber Boulevard in Mountain Home Monday afternoon has both directions of traffic closed as crews work to clear the road.Those traveling should use caution in
Reports of an accident on Highway 101, 7.2 miles north of U.S. Highway 62 has the road closed in all directions due to an accident at approximately 3 Monday afternoon. The road will remain closed while crews
A former Gassville resident has been arrested on rape and sexual assault charges involving two underage family members. Sixty-one-year-old Raymond Edward Bennett of Linden, California is facing one count of rape and two counts of fourth degree
The Norfork Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a special meeting Monday at 6:30 at Norfork City Hall. The agenda includes a discussion of the proposed Rail and River LLC land development. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
The Marion County Gray Panel for jury duty is scheduled to meet Tuesday at 9. At this time, the Gold Panel has not yet been scheduled. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
State Rep. Stetson Painter says lawmakers are working on a package of legislation aimed at preventing issues like those seen in Baxter and Marion counties involving the Department of Human Services. KTLO, Classic Hits and the Boot
The victim of Friday’s fatal motorcycle accident in Mountain Home has been identified. According to the Arkansas State Police, the victim was 63-year-old Edward Alexander of Mountain Home. The fatal crash report indicates the crash happened when
A single vehicle crash in Boone County has claimed the life of a Missouri man. The Arkansas State Police identified the victim as 19-year-old Christian Blake Aubuchon of Stockton. According to the fatal crash summary, the accident
A Midway man pled guilty during a session of Baxter County Circuit Court/Criminal Division April 13 to a charge of failing to comply with sex offender registration requirements. Seventy-year-old William Claude Shelton entered a guilty plea to
A Mountain Home man facing charges stemming from three separate thefts last year, as well as being a felon in possession of a firearm this year, appeared in Baxter County Circuit Court/Criminal Division April 13. Forty-five-year-old Chad
Mountain Home student-athletes will have the opportunity to receive free sports physicals starting today through Baxter Health. Girls Night is scheduled for tonight, and Boys Night will be Wednesday with physicals beginning at 6 in the evening
Turkey hunters across North Central Arkansas are looking to another strong season as the spring opener begins today. The 2026 turkey season runs through May 10 for North Central Arkansas. Recent data from the Arkansas Game and
The Marion County Regional Airport Board will meet Monday evening for its regulary scheduled monthly meeting. The meeting begins at 6 at the Flippin Court Complex located on Main Street in Flippin. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
The Norfork School Board will meet Monday evening at 5 in the board room with part of the discussion focused on gauging interest in adding an eight-man football team. The meeting will begin opening discussion for those
Marion County jurors on the Gray Panel are to appear for duty Tuesday morning at 9. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
The Twin Lakes Disabled American Veterans Chapter 30 will hold its April meeting Monday afternoon at 2:30. The meeting will take place in the training room of the new Mountain Home Police Department building, located at 650
A Taney County woman has been arrested for breaking into a house in Ozark County during the night while she was intoxicated, threatening the residents, then leaving the scene in her vehicle which she wrecked and fled
Ethan Dwayne Shattuck, charged with assaulting and threatening to kill his wife, appeared in Baxter County Circuit Court/Criminal Division Monday. The 27-year-old Shattuck, who lives in Baxter County but has a Calico Rock address, entered a guilty
The Boone County Sheriff’s Office has released its latest Most Wanted list and is asking for the public’s help in locating the following individuals. Sean Michael Rabon is wanted on an alias bench warrant for failure to
The Arkansas Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Office has recognized Marion County Office of Emergency Management Director Melissa Penn for her leadership in improving the county’s 911 systems and fire district boundaries. The recognition was presented during the
The annual Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Arkansas will pass through Mountain Home on May 19 and the public is invited to register and join local law enforcement to send the “Flame of Hope” to
During a recent meeting by the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission new water fowl hunting dates for 2026-27 were approved and regulation changes were made. The main focus of the group was to modify regulations to address
The 12th Annual Baxter County Plant Swap will be held Saturday, April 25, at the Baxter County Library. The event is scheduled from 10:30 to noon and is open to the public. Participants are encouraged to bring
The Arkansas State Highway Commission has stated it intends to amend the Utility Accommodation Policy and a time for public comment is now open through May 14. Among the changes stronger state control and enforcement authority is
One person is dead after an officer involved shooting in Izard County Saturday morning. The Izard County Sheriffs Office says dispatch received a call about 9:45 regarding a disturbance involving an individual armed with a knife making
Four people were injured in a single-vehicle crash in Ozark County Friday afternoon. All four are from Tecumseh. The Missouri State Highway Patrol (MSHP) says a 38-year-old female passenger received moderate injuries. The 44-year-old male driver along
A Marion County woman has been arrested for shooting at a man returning her property. Fifty-five-year-old Patricia Lynn Kirven of rural Flippin is facing a felony charge of aggravated assault for the incident. According to the probable
A registered sex offender charged with falsely listing himself as homeless while having a residence in a prohibited location made an appearance in Baxter County Circuit Court/Criminal Division Monday. Thirty-eight-year-old Chad Vincent Douglas pled guilty to violating
As spring arrives in Arkansas, wildlife officials say black bears are becoming more active and residents may begin to see more sightings, especially in areas near bear habitat. According to the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission,
Arkansas State University-Mountain Home is inviting the community to a special performance as part of its 30th anniversary celebration. The event, titled The Magic Continues, will feature internationally acclaimed illusionist Rick Thomas on Sunday at 6
A longtime community tradition returns Saturday as the Go Hog Wild barbecue raises funds for the Cotter-Gasville Rural Fire Protection District, helping fill critical funding gaps for equipment and operations. The event, set for Saturday from
Arvest Bank is inviting the community to take part in its annual Shred-A-Thon today, offering a secure way to dispose of sensitive documents while supporting a local cause. The event will be held from 9 to noon,
A motorcyclist was killed in a two-vehicle accident in Mountain Home Friday afternoon. The man’s name and where he is from has not been released pending the notification of next of kin.According to information from the Mountain
During a quick meeting of the Mountain Home City Council Thursday night, the council heard an update on the city’s new website that is being mandated by 2025 legislation. Three representatives from Brooks Jeffrey Marketing in Mountain
State Rep. Stetson Painter says it’s been a busy week at the Capitol, with progress made on a proposed increase to the state’s homestead tax credit. KTLO, Classic Hits and the Boot News spoke with Rep. Painter
A rural Mountain Home woman has been arrested for a sexual assault incident involving a 15-year-old boy. Twenty-seven-year-old Kaili Leeann Sondrup is facing one misdemeanor charge. According to the probable cause affidavit from the Baxter County Sheriff’s
Earlier this month, KTLO, Classic Hits and The Boot News was the first to run a story about a nurse practitioner at Access Medical in Mountain Home being arrested on four counts each of sexual assault and
Three men from Kansas charged with stealing thousands of dollars in fishing equipment and other items from boats at three local marinas pled guilty to the charges against them during a session of Baxter County Circuit Court/Criminal
The Mountain Home School District Board of Education approved several key items during its regular meeting Thursday night.Board members approved the 2026-27 school-level improvement plans, a memorandum of understanding with Bomber Sports Network (BSN), and a resolution
Friday will see the debut of a comical look behind the stage curtain as The Twin Lakes Playhouse presents ‘Play On’. Described as a play within a play, ‘Play On’ is the story of a local community
A long running fishing fundraiser supporting cystic fibrosis research will return to Norfork Lake on Saturday, marking the 41st year of the Buddy Bass Tournament. The event begins at 7 that morning at the Henderson Marina and
The Bull Shoals Food Pantry is inviting the community to a fundraising breakfast on Saturday to help cover rising operational costs and continue serving local families in need. Manager Bonnie Sumner said the donation-only event will
Arkansas youth hunters checked 1,494 turkeys during this year’s special youth hunt, up about 30 birds from last year and continuing a steady upward trend. Arkansas Game and Fish Commission Turkey Program Coordinator David Moscicki said
Mountain Home will host C.A.S.T. for Kids Saturday at McCabe Park, offering a day of fishing and community support for children with special needs. Local coordinators Christie and Denver West tell KTLO News C.A.S.T. stands for Catch
Two Baxter County residents charged with keeping a then 15-year-old male described as “low functioning” locked in a bathroom, naked and unfed for days are set to go on trial May 18. Forty-one-year-old Daniel Wright and 42-year-old
A Harrison man picked up 10 charges, including five felonies, after police were called to a report of shots fired. Still being held in the Boone County Jail following the March 30 incident is 31-year-old William Allan
As spring arrives across Arkansas, utility officials are reminding residents to take precautions before starting outdoor projects as April marks National Safe Digging Month. Companies like Black Hills Energy are encouraging homeowners and contractors to follow proper
The Baxter County Historical Museum will host its annual spring open house Saturday, offering the public an opportunity to tour the facility and learn more about local history. The event will begin that morning at 10 through
The Mountain Home Public Schools Board of Education will meet Thursday at 6 in the Central Office Board Room. Several reports and presentations are scheduled, including an academic report, AGATE Community Award recognition, and recognition of National
An extension to Libby Drive, the selling of city vehicles and IT services upgrades are on the agenda for Thursday evening as the Mountain Home City Council meets in regular session. The meeting starts at 5 in
The Cotter School District Board of Education will hold its regular meeting Thursday at 7, with several items on the agenda. Board members will review financial and academic reports, along with a revised 2026-27 school calendar. Additional
The Baxter County Sheriff’s Office is notifying the public that a registered sex offender has moved from Gassville to a new residence in Midway. Kenneth Wayne George, who is classified as a Level 2 offender, is now
Wednesday marks Tax Day across the country, with April 15 serving as the deadline for Americans to file their federal income tax returns.Paper returns must be postmarked by Wednesday, while those filing electronically must submit their returns
A Baxter County woman has been arrested for an August incident in which she hit a man with her car, breaking his leg. Facing multiple charges is 68-year-old Susan Ann Hemmerich of Midway. According to court documents
Two employees of the City of Mammoth Spring, the police chief and the deputy recorder treasurer, have each been awarded $400,000 by a Fulton County Circuit Court jury in a defamation lawsuit. The lawsuits filed by Jamie
A California man charged in two separate drug-related incidents earlier this year entered a guilty plea in Baxter County Circuit Court/Criminal Division Monday. Twenty-eight-year-old Dustin Magneson pled guilty to multiple charges, including possession of a Schedule
The Second Amendment Legacy Foundation is inviting the community to its upcoming banquet on Friday evening beginning at 5:30 at the Baxter County Fairgrounds, with proceeds benefiting youth shooting sports programs across the region. Funds raised
The Disabled American Veterans Auxiliary, Twin Lakes Unit 30, will meet Wednesday afternoon at 1 at the Heinz-Willett Wellness Center at Lake Forest Senior Living, located at 300 Good Samaritan Drive in Mountain Home. The meeting
A man who was arrested in 2024 for setting himself on fire at a Mountain Home motel causing considerable damage to the structure has been arrested again, this time for threatening an employee at the Mountain Home
Since 2012, Leigh Goldsworth Blackmon has picked up a number of criminal charges in both Baxter and Marion Counties. Blackmon, who lists an address in Flippin, pled guilty to sexual assault charges during an appearance in Marion
The Benny Magness Unit has a capacity of 800, some officials have proposed expanding the prison for an additional 500 beds The idea of expanding the Benny Magness Unit at Calico Rock is being considered again as
Certified results released last week from Ozark County show two incumbents will remain on the Dora School Board, with a third seat decided by write in votes following the April 7 general municipal election. Cass Martin
The Marion County Quorum Court will meet in regular session Tuesday evening at 5:30. Justices of the Peace will hear the treasurer’s report and reports from several committees, including planning, budget, personnel, law enforcement and sales tax.
Rice producers across Arkansas have an opportunity to earn additional income while helping support wintering waterfowl populations. The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission’s Waterfowl Rice Incentive Conservation Enhancement Program, known as WRICE, is offering payments of
The Norfork City Council will hold a workshop meeting Tuesday evening at Norfork City Hall. The meeting is scheduled to begin at 6:30 p.m. Under unfinished business, council members will discuss the appointment of a new city
The Burn Ban for the City of Salesville has been lifted as of Monday. Burning is now permitted within the city limits. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
The case of a Mountain Home teen kept locked in a bathroom naked and unfed for days continues to drive efforts at the state level to make changes in the methods in which reported child abuse cases
Pulling a knife on a co-worker and threatening to kill him has led to the arrest of an Izard County man. The incident at a worksite in Salem April 6 has led to three felony charges against
A woman facing the revocation of her probation in three drug-related cases appeared in Baxter County Circuit Court/Criminal Division March 30. Twenty-six-year-old Embry Melissa Parks pled guilty to multiple violations of her probation in the three cases
The Viola Elementary School has been approved for the Arkansas Elementary Agri Pilot Program. The 2026-27 school year will be the second year of the program through the Arkansas Department of Education and Farm Bureau aimed at
Baxter County 911 Dispatch will observe National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week through Saturday. The week serves as an opportunity to recognize the critical role dispatchers play in emergency response and public safety. The week recognizes dispatchers who
Residents in Mountain Home will have an opportunity to safely dispose of unused or expired medications during the 16th annual Arkansas Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 25. Local law enforcement will participate in the statewide
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will temporarily close the Tucker Hollow boat ramp and surrounding area on Bull Shoals Lake for one day on Monday. Officials say the closure is needed to allow contract crews to
The Mountain Home Planning Commission will meet Monday at 1 in the council chambers of the municipal building. Under new business, commissioners will consider a variance request at 1009 Bluebird Lane, a final plat for the Estates
The Yellville-Summit School District Board of Education will hold its regular meeting Monday at 5:30 at the administrative building. Action items include reorganization of the board, student transfer petitions, a proposed high school resurfacing project, 2026-2027 family
A rural Mountain Home man pled guilty to attacking staff at the Baxter County Detention Center during a session of Baxter County Circuit Court/Criminal Division March 30. Sixty-one-year-old Darin Eugene Greer was put on probation for three
The US Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is reminding drivers of the dangers of texting behind the wheel during National Distracted Driving Awareness Month. The “Put the Phone Away or Pay” campaign aims to
The Donald W. Reynolds Library serving Baxter County is inviting the community to celebrate Mother’s Day while supporting the Library Hill Trail. Commemorative pinwheels are available for purchase through May 5 at the library’s circulation desk. Each
The latest numbers from the Arkansas Department of Commerce and the Bureau of Labor Statistics show Arkansas’ labor force reached a record high in January, while the unemployment rate rose slightly. The state’s jobless rate increased from
The North Central Arkansas Soccer Foundation has launched a new initiative aimed at growing youth soccer across the Twin Lakes Area. As part of the effort, the foundation donated 18 soccer goals and 80 soccer balls, valued
An Izard County man has been arrested for threatening to kill his son. Being held in the Izard County Jail is 56-year-old Steven Ray Conyers of Melbourne. According to the probable cause affidavit from the Izard County
A man accused of leaving the scene of an accident with injuries appeared in Baxter County Circuit Court/Criminal Division March 30 and entered a plea of no contest to the charges against him. Sixty-eight-year-old Robert Smallish who
Christopher Wayne Mallett Authorities in Boone County have released their latest most wanted list, which includes multiple suspects facing a range of charges. Christopher Wayne Mallett is wanted on an alias bench warrant for aggravated assault on
Young hunters across Arkansas will take to the woods this weekend for the annual youth turkey hunt, scheduled for Saturday and Sunday.The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission youth hunt is open to hunters ages 6 to 15
Dr. Lauren Weekely, is bringing an integrative approach to patient care in the Mountain Home area, focusing on comprehensive evaluations of medications, supplements, and overall health history. A major focus of her work is Alpha-Gal syndrome, a
The City of Mountain Home issued several business licenses during the month of March.Businesses licensed for physical locations include Hillbilly Bill’s Kin Folks, a retail store at 407 South Main St.; Steve Bunn Construction LLC, general remodeling,
Baxter Health and the Mruk Family Center on Aging will host a free community event aimed at helping seniors stay safe while having fun. The “Stand Tall, Don’t Fall” Senior Fall Prevention Carnival and Fun Fair is
Building permits issued in Mountain Home during March totaled $1,224,861.09 in valuation. The largest project was a new residential home for Anthony and Heidi Gregory on Shady Grove Drive, valued at $1 million. New residential construction also
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will temporarily close the Tucker Hollow boat ramp and surrounding area on Bull Shoals Lake for one day on Monday. Officials say the closure is needed to allow contract crews to
A man wanted for sexual abuse of a child in Texas has been arrested in Izard County. According to the Izard County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were notified by agents with the Arkansas State Police Thursday regarding 55-year-old
The boil water order for a portion of the Calico Rock Waterworks issued earlier this week has been lifted. The order affected Calico Rock Waterworks customers between the water tower on Chesmond Ferry Road and Rowden Street.
A Fulton County man has been arrested for threatening to kill his step-mother and going through her car. Thirty-one-year-old Travis Allen McFarland of Viola was arrested April 2. According to the probable cause affidavit from the Fulton
A Mountain Home man is facing multiple felony charges following a parole compliance check at a local motel that uncovered a variety of suspected narcotics and drug paraphernalia. According to the Baxter County Sheriff’s Office, deputies conducted
When officers came knocking on the door of a room at the Executive Inn in late May last year, they were looking for Jacob King to serve an active warrant issued by the Mountain Home Police Department.
Recent rains have not been enough to alleviate drought conditions in north central Arkansas. The weekly U.S. Drought Monitor maps released Thursday continue to show most of Arkansas is in extreme drought, four out of five on
Crews began removing the roof Monday Mountain Home’s oldest house is getting a facelift as restoration and renovations efforts have begun this week. The historic Casey house, located at the Baxter County Fairgrounds, is the city’s oldest
The Mountain Home High School NJROTC Booster Club is set to host a mini golf tournament on Saturday. The event will take place at Little T’s Mini Golf, with an 18-hole scramble format. Two flight times are
Yellville-Summit school garden The Arkansas Department of Agriculture, in partnership with Farm Credit, is now accepting applications for the annual Arkansas Grown School Garden of the Year Contest. Schools, early childhood education centers and alternative learning environments
A former employee of a local business charged with manipulating checks on a number of occasions pled guilty to theft of property charges during a session of Baxter County Circuit Court/Criminal Division March 30. Thirty-two-year-old Cayla Johnston
A Boone County man has been sentenced to five years in the Arkansas Department of Corrections in a plea deal with the state on a felony charge of sexual indecency with a child. Forty-four-year-old Shawn Tremier Anderson
A Norfork man is facing multiple felony and misdemeanor charges following a traffic stop early Friday morning behind a business on Highway 5 South. According to the probable cause affidavit from the Baxter County Sheriff’s Office, a
The Arkansas Department of Human Services (DHS) announced Friday a change which will make the SNAP Employment and Training program mandatory for some enrollees.The program, which was previously voluntary, is designed to help beneficiaries of the Supplemental
Mountain Home Public Schools will host kindergarten registration on Friday by appointment only. Students must attend the appointment with a parent or guardian at the Mountain Home Kindergarten Center, located at 1310 Post Oak Road. Those unable
Mountain Home Public Schools has announced a new partnership with Penmac Education Staffing to provide substitute teachers and staff beginning with the 2026-27 school year. Penmac will handle recruitment, screening, training and employment of substitutes for the
The Baxter County Conservation District board meeting scheduled for Thursday has been postponed according to Grassland Specialist Molly Garland. No makeup date has been announced. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
A nurse practitioner at an urgent care facility in Mountain Home has been arrested for sexual assault involving patients. Thirty-seven-year-old Joseph Riley Steves of rural Mountain Home turned himself in at the Baxter County Detention Center Tuesday
The Baxter County Conservation District board meeting scheduled for Thursday has been postponed according to Grassland Specialist Molly Garland. No makeup date has been announced. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
KTLO’s Heather Loftis, Judge Kevin Litty and Judge for the Day Luke Dover Baxter County Judge Kevin Litty brought Judge for the Day, Luke Dover, a sixth-grader at Pinkston Middle School, to KTLO Studios Wednesday morning. They
A man from Independence County was recently arrested for stabbing a person and threatening to shoot others at a campground along the Buffalo National River in Searcy County. Facing 11 charges for the incident, four of them
A Mountain Home man appeared during a session of Baxter County Circuit Court/Criminal Division March 30 and pled guilty to charges against him in a case in which everyone involved seemed to point the finger at each
A smooth transition is underway as leadership changes approach in the sheriff’s office.Current Baxter County sheriff John Montgomery says he has already spoken with incoming sheriff elect Mark Hollingsworth and emphasized that both sides are committed to
The Baxter County Quorum Court met in regular session Tuesday evening in a meeting lasting less than 40 minutes. The Quorum Court approved all 8 items on the agenda. The resolution expressing the county’s willingness to utilize
Families looking for nontraditional education for their children have a new option with the announcement of Cotter Public School’s Virtual Academy. Cotter joins a growing trend among area public schools like Mountain Home and Yellville-Summit to serve
Ozark County voters approved a proposed tax levy for the Dora R-III School District in Tuesday’s General Municipal Election, with Proposition L.D.S. passing 146 to 109. The measure allows the district to raise its operating levy to
Howell County voters approved multiple local measures and selected candidates in Tuesday’s General Municipal Election. In Mountain View, John Krasuski was elected mayor, receiving 6 votes, or 54 percent. In the West Ward alderman race, Calvin Perry
Douglas County voters approved a countywide property tax credit measure while rejecting a proposed sales tax increase in the City of Ava during Tuesday’s Missouri General Municipal Election.The countywide question tied to Missouri Senate Bill 3 passed
Taney County voters approved a new mayor in Merriam Woods and filled several local and district positions in Tuesday’s General Municipal Election.In Merriam Woods, Robert Amos was elected mayor to complete a one-year unexpired term, receiving 174
Mountain Home will host C.A.S.T. for Kids Saturday, April 18 at McCabe Park, offering a day of fishing and community support for children with special needs. Local coordinators Christie and Denver West tell KTLO News C.A.S.T. stands
Registration for kindergarten students at Viola is set for April 10. The registration will run from noon until 4:00 at the elementary school for students turning five years old prior to Aug. 1.Parents will need to bring
The Bull Shoals Planning and Zoning Commission will meet Wednesday at 6 in the City Council Room.Under new business, the commission will discuss Bel Arco, clarification of C-2 zoning language and signage. Old business items include discussion
KTLO, Classic Hits and the Boot News spoke with Jamie Mann, who shares how he found out he had the winning Natural State Jackpot ticket worth $120,000. Listen: click to download audio Mann said the numbers were
AR As the fiscal session of the Arkansas Legislature gets underway in Little Rock, State Representative Stetson Painter is preparing for budget discussions and policy considerations that could impact both local communities and the state as a
The Briarcliff Improvement District will meet Tuesday at 6 at the Briarcliff City Office. The meeting is open to the public. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
Baxter County Sheriff John Montgomery brought Sheriff for the Day, Caden Pike, a sixth-grader at Pinkston Middle School, to KTLO Studios. They will also take a helicopter ride, and stop by the shooting range as Caden spends
No injuries are being reported after a Mountain Home Public Schools bus was involved in an accident Tuesday morning on Highway 5 North.KTLO’s Heather Loftis spoke with Superintendent Allison Dewey who confirms all students are safe and
An Izard County woman is facing multiple charges after allegedly striking a vehicle with a splitting maul during a dispute with a neighbor. 34-year-old Sarah Nicole Oestreich faces charges of aggravated assault, first-degree criminal mischief and harassment.
A Yellville man who received a seven-year prison sentence in 2017 for having sex with a close female relative is now facing two brand new charges, including a second set of allegations based on violations of registered
photo credit: AP News/ Charlie Riedel Voters across Missouri head to the polls Tuesday for the 2026 General Municipal Elections. The elections are held each year on the first Tuesday in April and cover city government positions,
Arkansas voters will decide this November on Issue 3 – a proposed constitutional amendment aimed at expanding economic development tools for communities across the state.The measure would allow lawmakers to create economic development programs, including local “economic
The Baxter County Quorum Court will meet in regular session Tuesday with new business items including a discussion for funding the replacement of the bridge at Bennett’s Bayou. Treasurer Jenay Mize is scheduled to deliver the treasurer’s
Blanchard Springs Caverns will reopen for the 2026 season under a new agreement between Arkansas State Parks and the U.S. Forest Service. Guided tours are set to begin May 1 and run through October, with Arkansas State
Stone Countys own Sylamore Special will headline the Next Generation benefit concert during Folk Fest in Mountain View. The band won Bluegrass Group of the Year at the 2024 and 2025 Arkansas Country Music Awards and is
Mountain Home Public Schools has announced that seniors Jack Coleman and Caiden Kaspar have been named National Merit Finalists, a prestigious honor recognizing academic excellence. The National Merit Scholarship Program identifies top students nationwide based on performance
A single-vehicle crash early Saturday morning in Marion County has claimed the life of one minor and left three other minors injured. According to Marion County Sheriff Gregg Alexander, deputies responded to the crash at approximately 4:45
A boil water order has been issued for a portion of the Calico Rock Waterworks system. The order affects Calico Rock Waterworks customers between the water tower on Chesmond Ferry Road and Rowden Street.The boil order was
New Arkansas burn ban map shows Northern Arkansas has lifted most bans The City of Gassville announced Monday morning the lifting of it’s city wide burn ban that had been in effect since March 24. Most North
David James O’Neal was locked up on his first felony charges in Baxter County when he was 17 years old. Since that time, O’Neal has been arrested and charged with a number of crimes in Arkansas and
The Calico Rock School District is the latest in the area to move to a four-day school week. The school board voted last week to approve the plan for the 2026-27 school year after input from faculty,
A focus on military students and families has seen the approval of Arkansas State University Mountain Home (ASUMH) for Purple Star recognition.A Purple Star Campus is a designation awarded to schools that demonstrate a high-level commitment to
A free turkey calling workshop is scheduled for Tuesday evening from 6 to 7:30 at the L.C. Sammons Youth Center in Mountain Home. The event, led by Recreation Coordinator Andrew McNair, will provide attendees with instruction on
This year’s Draft Day saw around 300 students from area high schools connect with 28 employers at Arkansas State University Mountain Home (ASUMH) on Thursday. Presented by Be Pro Be Proud Arkansas, a workforce development initiative led
A special meeting will be held by the Mountain Home Public Schools Board of Education Monday morning at 11 at Guy Berry College and Career Academy. The agenda includes classroom visits and presentations for Principal Dustin Rose,
A Calico Rock woman was airlifted to a Springfield hospital following an accident in Howell County Friday afternoon. The woman was flown by Air-Evac to Cox Medical Center South in Springfield. The Missouri State Highway Patrol (MSHP)
A Marion County man was arrested after threatening a man with a knife leading to an altercation between the two. Twenty-five-year-old Brandon Allen Schlotman of Summit is facing a felony charge for the incident. According to the
A man listing a Texas address who was arrested and charged with attacking staff at the Baxter County Detention Center and the psychiatric ward at Baxter Health has been found not fit to proceed following a psychological
Two men have been added to the Boone County Most Wanted list following the issuance of bench warrants for revocation of suspended sentences. Nathan Samuel Worley of Lead Hill is wanted on a warrant related to second-degree
The Spectrum Connection of Arkansas is approaching its second anniversary, continuing to grow as a resource hub for neurodivergent individuals and families in north central Arkansas. President Brigitte Shipman says the organization was created to address a
A Cotter High School senior has earned one of the state’s most prestigious academic honors. Meckenzie Fassett has been selected as a Donaghey Scholar at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. The highly competitive program admits
Missouri’s youth spring turkey hunting season is celebrating a milestone this year. The Missouri Department of Conservation announced the 2026 youth turkey hunting weekend will be held April 11 and 12, marking the 25th anniversary of the
Several communities in the Twin Lakes Area are among those receiving funding as part of a statewide outdoor recreation investment announced by Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders. The Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism is distributing $4.92
Latest map from Arkansas Forestry Division shows growing number of counties lifting burn bans Heavy rain overnight is prompting more area counties to lift burn bans. Marion,Fulton, Izard and Newton counties have now lifted theirs. Earlier today
Baxter County Judge Kevin Litty announced Saturday morning that the Burn Ban for Baxter has been lifted effective immediately. Burning in Baxter County is now permitted. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
The burn ban for Boone County was lifted Saturday morning according to a release from the County Judge Tyler Gentry. The ban had been in place since March 22. The lifting of the ban is for all
A Baxter County man was seriously injured Thursday afternoon when he was ran over by his Bobcat machine he was working on. Seventy-six-year-old Charles Slack, who has a Norfork address but lives in the Old Joe area,
Taking his mother’s truck without permission and fleeing from a deputy has led to the arrest of an Izard County man. Thirty-three-year-old Matthew Joseph Sollock of Melbourne faces two charges for the incident.According to the probable cause
A man accused of harassing and threatening a woman described as his girlfriend pled guilty to charges against him in Baxter County Circuit Court/criminal division Monday (March 30). Forty-one-year-old Duane Mark Dean, Jr., of Mountain Home was
An out of control brush fire Wednesday evening burned approximately 600 acres in Fulton County. According to a report from the Viola Fire Department, the incident happened on Browns Chapel Road northeast of Viola. Viola firefighters were
Political yard signs tied to the 2026 primary election and the runoff election must be removed by Monday morning according to City Clerk, Scott Liles. A City of Mountain Home ordinance allows residents to display political yard
Record breaking heat dominated the later part of March with rainfall received still not enough to lift the area out of an extended drought.Four days broke high temperature records, March 22 hit 91 degrees, March 23, March
Runners and walkers are invited to take part in the Annual Cotter Warrior Foundation 5K on Saturday, April 11. The event will begin at Big Springs Park in Cotter, with registration opening at 7:30 and the race
A hand recount Friday afternoon of the Secretary of State runoff election in Baxter County found no changes from the vote totals reported on election night Tuesday. Baxter County was one of a select number of counties
One of two people arrested following an unusual type of pursuit where speeds reached a low of about 18-miles-per-hour at one point pled guilty to her charges during a session of Baxter County Circuit Court/Criminal Division Monday
A Marion County man has been arrested for assaulting and threatening to kill his pregnant girlfriend. The incident happened near two children. Facing six charges for the incident is 28-year-old Zachary Michael Plant of Yellville.According to the
North Arkansas College and Buffalo National River Partners are inviting the public to enjoy spring in the Ozarks during a guided wildflower walk at Lost Valley Trail in the Buffalo National River. The event is scheduled for
Students at Calico Rock High School had the opportunity to explore a wide range of career paths Thursday during the school’s Career Day event, aimed at preparing them for life beyond graduation. Calico Rock High School
Churches across Mountain Home will be observing Holy Week with a full schedule of services leading up to Easter Sunday. Good Friday services will be held throughout the community. Redeemer Lutheran Church will offer services at 10
The Mountain Home City Council had a quick but busy meeting Thursday night, dealing nine agenda items in just 27 minutes.The council approved rental rates for various parts of the new Aquatic and Community Center. The rates
Baxter County officials are warning residents about a scam involving fake traffic violation messages. According to Baxter County Circuit Clerk and Recorder Canda Reese, multiple people contacted the office Thursday reporting they received text messages or emails
Mayor Adams stopped by KTLO Studios to discuss the community center, starting to fill the indoor pools, and the upcoming City Council meeting.
In a wide-ranging interview covering both national and local issues, Senator John Boozman visited with KTLO News Wednesday afternoon. After spending the morning at the fish hatchery, Senator Boozman stopped by the studios at KTLO, Classic Hits
A Mountain Home man was arrested Monday after failing to comply with sex offender registration requirements. According to a report from the Baxter County Sheriff’s Office, deputies made contact with 61-year-old Ronnie Dale Reece at the Baxter
The Baxter County Board of Election Commissioners will hold an emergency meeting Friday for a Primary Runoff recount in the race for Secretary of State. The meeting is scheduled for 1:00 at the Baxter County Election Commission
The jury trial for a former male nurse at the Baxter County Detention Center charged with making inappropriate sexual contacts with female inmates has been delayed due to a change of lawyers. The case was filed in
A man from Springfield has been arrested on a sexual abuse charge in Ozark County. The incident leading to the arrest of Sylvia Joe Wages happened in July of last year.According to the probable cause affidavit from
The Mountain Home City Council will meet Thursday at 5 in the council chambers of the municipal building on Hickory Street, with key items including community center rental rates and a zoning ordinance. Council members are scheduled
Registration for kindergarten students at Viola is set for April 10. The registration will run from noon until 4:00 at the elementary school for students turning five years old prior to Aug. 1.Parents will need to bring
The application window is now open for Bomber Virtual Academy for the 2026-2027 school year. Students in grades K-8 will have the opportunity to take electives on their home campus while completing core classes virtually. Students in
The Marion County Election Commission will meet Thursday to process provisional ballots and certify results from the Primary Runoff Election. The meeting is scheduled for 6 at the Marion County Courthouse. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
Senator Boozman (center) inspects raceway at hatchery Wednesday afternoon U.S. Senator for Arkansas John Boozman visited the Norfork Fish Hatchery Wednesday afternoon to meet with agencies involved in restoring the critical trout population that was lost in
The Baxter County Sheriff’s Office is notifying the public that a registered sex offender has returned to the area. 36-year-old Kenneth Wayne George is now residing at 263 Crownover Street in Gassville. Authorities say he has been
State Sen. Kim Hammer has secured the Republican nomination for Arkansas Secretary of State following Tuesday’s primary runoff, despite trailing in much of the Twin Lakes Area. Hammer narrowly defeated Bryan Norris statewide and will advance
Stone County voters finalized the Republican race for county judge Tuesday. Tim Hudspeth won the race, defeating Darryl Sullivan with 1,251 votes, or 66.05 percent. Sullivan received 643 votes, or 33.95 percent. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
Searcy County voters returned incumbent Sheriff Kenny Cassell to office Tuesday as Republican primary runoff results were finalized from all precincts. Cassell won reelection, defeating Troy Dye with 803 votes, or 56 percent. Dye received 631
Boone County voters finalized results in the race for county judge Tuesday. Tyler Gentry won the race for Boone County Judge, defeating Bobby Woods with 2,278 votes, or 58.74 percent. Woods received 1,600 votes, or 41.26 percent.
A Mountain Home man was seriously injured in a motorcycle accident near Kansas City Monday night. The Missouri State Highway Patrol says 46-year-old was taken to Cameron Regional Medical Center for treatment of his injuries. The Patrol
Two people from Alabama accused of being “money mules” as part of a scamming operation appeared during a session of Baxter County Circuit Court/Criminal Division Monday and pled guilty to theft by receiving charges. Twenty-five-year-old Josiah Kamal
Arkansas State University-Mountain Home (ASUMH) and Henderson State University have announced a new transfer pathway agreement for teacher education degrees, while also exploring a future partnership in aviation. Officials from both institutions recently signed the agreement establishing
As spring projects get underway, April has been designated as National Safe Digging Month, and officials are reminding Arkansans to take precautions before breaking ground. Black Hills Energy is encouraging residents and contractors to call or click
Approximately 300 students from 14 North Arkansas high schools will take part in North Central Draft Day Thursday at Arkansas State University-Mountain Home. The event, hosted by Be Pro Be Proud Arkansas, will feature hands-on career exploration
The Baxter County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a double shooting that occurred Monday evening on Bayhill Place, off Mallard Point Road northeast of Mountain Home. According to the Baxter County Sheriff John Montgomery, deputies were dispatched at
The future of the Baxter County Sheriff’s department will be decided today in the Republican Preferential Primary runoff election.Voters will decide between the two candidates who garnered the most votes in the March 3 Primary, Brian Davis
Two area residents were injured in a two-vehicle accident Monday morning in Ozark County. The 42-year-old man from Mountain Home and 54-year-old Gainesville woman both received moderate injuries according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol (MSHP). Both
The ongoing drought in north central Arkansas is continuing to cause problems for area farmers. From the lack of hay production forcing them to have to buy hay from out of the area to ponds going dry,
High early voting totals in Baxter County are painting a picture of an engaged electorate as the runoff election day is to be decided Tuesday. Baxter County Clerk Canda Reese spoke with KTLO, Classic Hits and The
Turkey hunters across North Central Arkansas are looking to another strong season as the spring opener approaches in just a few weeks on April 20. New data from the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission (AGFC) shows the
The City of Mountain Home has announced dates for its annual residential spring cleanup, giving city residents an opportunity to dispose of large household items. According to information from the mayor’s office, Methvin Sanitation, a Waste Connections
The final day of early voting has ended and according to Baxter County Election Coordinator Lindsay Roberts 679 votes were tallied bringing the overall total to 3389 votes cast. This represents approximately 10% of the county’s
Hollingsworth Live on KTLO following Tuesday’s victory Mark Hollingsworth will be the next sheriff in Baxter County following Tuesday’s runoff election that saw heavy voter turnout. With 3,278 votes Hollingsworth defeated Brian Davis who received 2,324 votes.
Due to scheduling conflicts the Flippin City Council has postponed the meeting set for Monday. No makeup date has been announced. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
Monday is the final day of early voting for the Preferential Primary Runoff Election. Voters can cast their ballots starting at 8 and until 4:30 in Baxter County at First United Methodist Church on 6th St in
Two men were taken into custody after an alleged school bus theft in Cotter, according to a report from the Baxter County Sheriff’s Office. Corporal Conner Stanton responded to a report of a reckless driver operating a
The Mountain Home Farmers Market is set to return for the 2026 season, with opening day scheduled this Saturday. The market will be held at the corner of Fifth Street and Shiras Avenue in downtown Mountain
Mountain Home Public Schools will host kindergarten registration on Friday, April 10, by appointment only. Students must attend the appointment with a parent or guardian at the Mountain Home Kindergarten Center, located at 1310 Post Oak Road.
A long running fishing fundraiser supporting cystic fibrosis research will return to Norfork Lake on April 18, marking the 41st year of the Buddy Bass Tournament. The event begins at 7 that morning at the Henderson Marina
The Flippin City Council is scheduled to meet Monday evening at 5 in the Flippin District Court Room. Items on the agenda include consideration of Resolution 2026-6 to amend the city’s 2026 budgets, including the general, water,
The Norfork Planning and Zoning Commission will meet Monday at 6:30. The meeting is open to the public. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
One man died and one man was injured in an Izard County crash earlier this month that led to a hazmat team having to clean up a fuel spill. The Arkansas State Police (ASP) has identified the
A former Mountain Home High School football coach and teacher was recently honored on a Springfield television station for his military service. Perry Brantly was interviewed on KYTV March 18 during the show “The Place” and also
The Twin Lakes area was among the most active regions in the state for boating accidents last year, according to a report from the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission. Seventeen people died in boating incidents across Arkansas
The Boone County Sheriff’s Office has released its latest Most Wanted list, featuring individuals sought on multiple charges.Kenneth Raymond Sanders, whose last known address is 401 S. Vine St. in Harrison, is wanted on a body attachment
Arkansas State University-Mountain Home is inviting the community to a special performance as part of its 30th anniversary celebration. The event, titled The Magic Continues, will feature internationally acclaimed illusionist Rick Thomas on Sunday, April 19 at
Taney County voters will head to the polls Tuesday, April 7, for Missouri’s General Municipal Election with city races, school board contests and several district positions on the ballot.One of the municipal races will be in the
An annual spring carnival is planned for Saturday at the L.C. Sammons Youth Center in Cooper Park. Recreation Coordinator Enoch Pepin says the carnival is geared toward younger children, with games, activities, prizes and more. Listen: click
Photo care of Cotter-Gassville Rural Fire Department A fire Wednesday morning at Cranor’s White River Lodge left heavy damage to the main lodge building. The call for the lodge, located along the White River near Cotter, came
A man described as a “money mule” and accused of being sent by scammers to collect cash and other valuables from elderly residents in Baxter County appeared in Baxter County Circuit Court/Criminal Division Monday. Sixty-two-year-old Melvin K.
The latest U.S. Drought Monitor shows the dry conditions in the north central Arkansas are getting worse and the National Weather Service in Little Rock says there isn’t much relief in sight. The newest drought monitor was
Howell County voters will head to the polls Tuesday, April 7, for Missouri’s General Municipal Election with city races, ballot questions and school issues to be decided across the county.In Mountain View, voters will choose a mayor
Early voting totals for Day 4 have been reported by Baxter County Election Coordinator Lindsay Roberts. 642 votes were cast which brings voting totals to 2710 votes representing 8% of the county’s 31,056 registered voters. Early voting
Baxter County Circuit Clerk Canda Reese says jurors assigned to Groups X and Z will need to report for jury duty Monday, May 18. Jurors are to report at 9 at the Baxter County Court Complex
The Boone County Sheriff’s Office is notifying residents of a registered sex offender now living in the Lead Hill area. According to the sheriff’s office, Christopher John Bordeaux is residing in the 3000 block of Black Ranch
A missing hiker that was overcome with exhaustion Thursday evening was located in the National Forest and emergency crews worked to remove him safely and return him home. According to Lieutenant Brian Davis of the Baxter County
A Gamaliel man classified as a registered sex offender was taken into custody Thursday morning after authorities say he failed to comply with reporting requirements. Thirty-six-year-old Jesse Aaron Avant reported to the Baxter County Sheriff’s Office for
A man listing a Texas address who was arrested and charged with attacking staff at the Baxter County Detention Center and the psychiatric ward at Baxter Health has been found not fit to proceed. The case of
The Brunner Hill Water Association is moving forward with plans to convert into a Public Water Authority after securing enough support from its members. KTLO News spoke with Board President, Danny Woods, who says the effort has
Ozark County voters will head to the polls Tuesday, April 7, for Missouri’s General Municipal Election with school funding, emergency services and several local races appearing on the ballot.One of the most closely watched issues is a
Families are invited to attend a community Easter Egg Hunt scheduled for Saturday at Arkansas State University-Mountain Home hosted by the Mountain Home Junior Auxiliary. The event will begin that morning at 10 on the ASUMH campus
Arkansas State University-Mountain Home will host a family-friendly TrailGate event Saturday morning beginning at 11. The event will be held at Lester White Baseball Field at Cooper Park and will include free hot dogs and hamburgers sponsored
Runners get ready for the 2025 White River Marathon The White River Marathon is preparing for its 23rd year this November, continuing to draw runners from across the country and beyond. Race Director Paul Gigliotti said the
Sales tax collections in Mountain Home continued to trend upward in the latest report reflecting January 2026 sales. According to Finance and Treasury Director Alma Clark, the city’s total sales tax collection for March was $532,315, an
Residents will have an opportunity to visit with city leadership this week during Coffee with the Mayor. The event is scheduled for Friday morning from 8 to 9 at Cotter City Hall, located at 115 McLean Ave.
Early voting totals for Day 3 have been reported by Baxter County Election Coordinator Lindsay Roberts. 663 votes were cast which brings voting totals to 2068 votes representing 6% of the county’s 31,056 registered voters. Voting will
Multiple law enforcement agencies are involved in trying to capture the suspects involved in trying to steal an entire ATM at Stockmen’s Bank in Gainesville early Thursday morning. According to Ozark County Sheriff Cass Martin, deputies responded
The Bull Shoals City Council will hold its regular meeting tonight at 6:30 in the City Council Chamber at 706 CS Woods Blvd. Ongoing buisness includes the third reading of ordanance 2026-03 pertaining to golf carts
The trial of a Salesville man whose initial charges included the simultaneous possession of guns and drugs and trafficking Fentanyl was set to begin in Baxter County Circuit Court/Criminal Division Monday (March 23) but the trial was
Day 2 of early voting saw 660 ballots cast according to Baxter County Election Coordinator Lindsay Roberts. The turnout brings voting totals to 1,405 votes representing 4% of the county’s 31,056 registered voters. Voting will be open
Check-signing authority has been reinstated for Mayor Heath Hogan following the March 19 city council meeting. The Mayor requested the reinstatement after presenting the results of the annual legislative audit. Following the presentation, Hogan requested that his
Douglas County voters will head to the polls Tuesday, April 7, for Missouri’s General Municipal Election to decide local city issues, countywide questions and several school board races. Missouri does not offer traditional early voting, but voters
Trainers from Baxter Heathcare Corporation with nurses Sarah Oelschlaeger and Rachel Delargy Baxter Health Fulton County Hospital has added new IV pumps with enhanced safety features, made possible through a donation from an anonymous local donor. Hospital
Mountain Home Public Schools has named Kristi Seawright as its Teacher of the Year. Seawright, a first grade teacher at Nelson-Wilks-Herron Elementary, was selected by her peers for the honor. District officials say the recognition reflects her
Sales tax revenue in Baxter County continues to show strong growth, according to the latest report from the county treasurer’s office.Deputy Treasurer Misty Teague said the county’s portion of sales tax collections is up 6.4% compared to
The Boone County Quorum Court will hold a special meeting April 9 to address a vacancy in the office of Boone County Judge.The meeting is scheduled for 6 that evening at the Boone County Office of Emergency
The Cotter City Council will hold a public hearing Thusday night at 6 followed by its regular meeting to address several items of unfinished and new business, along with updates and community information.The public hearing will be
A partnership between Arkansas Hunters Feeding the Hungry and the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission is helping balance deer populations while providing food to families in need. Program leaders updated commissioners during the AGFC’s March meeting, highlighting
The City of Gassville Public Safety and Personnel Committees will meet Thursday beginning at 5. The Public Safety Committee will meet first, followed by the Personnel Committee upon adjournment. Both meetings will be held at the community
Day 2 of early voting saw 660 ballots cast according to Baxter County Election Coordinator Lindsay Roberts. The turnout brings voting totals to 1405 votes representing 4% of the county’s 31,056 registered voters. Voting will be open
Early voting is got underway Tuesday with 745 ballots cast on the first day, according to Baxter County Election Coordinator Lindsay Roberts. The turnout represents approximately 2% of the county’s 31,056 registered voters. Voting will be open
A Mountain Home woman accused of hitting the jackpot in the Arkansas State Lottery illegally was due to go on trial this week but it was announced in Baxter County Circuit Court/Criminal Division Monday that she intended
A weekend heat wave shattered temperature records in Mountain Home, with highs soaring well above previous marks at KTLO Studios, the official reporting station for the National Weather Service. On March 22, the temperature reached 91 degrees,
Several closely contested races across North Central Arkansas will be decided in the March 31 Preferential Primary runoff election after no candidate reached the required 50 percent plus one vote needed in their respective races to win
Besided deciding local races Arkansas voters will also weigh in on several issues in the November election, including the “Citizens Only Voting Amendment,” a proposed gun rights amendment, an economic development districts amendment and a $500 million
One of Mountain Home’s signature outdoor events is set to return later this week as the 29th annual Sowbug Roundup comes to the Baxter County Fairgrounds. The event will be held Thursday though Saturday from 9 to
A Mountain Home High School graduate will be featured on a national television stage this week. Delia Lee Takagi, a 2003 graduate of Mountain Home High School, is set to appear as a contestant on “Wheel of
The Marion County Depository Board will meet Thursday at 11 in the courtroom of the Marion County Court Complex. The meeting will include a review of the county’s financial status and the designation of financial institutions where
Hot and dry conditions have prompted widespread burn bans across north central Arkansas, with much of the region now under restrictions. As of Tuesday morning, Marion, Boone, Newton, Searcy, Fulton, Izard, Sharp and Baxter counties are all
North Arkansas Electric Cooperative has postponed a planned outage for the Salem 1 Substation. The outage, originally scheduled for tonight, has been moved to Tuesday, March 31. It will still begin around 11 p.m. and is expected
The Briarcliff Improvement District will meet Tuesday at 6 at the Briarcliff City Office. The meeting is open to the public. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
A burn ban is now in effect for Baxter County due to hot, dry conditions and increased fire danger. The order, issued Tuesday by Baxter County Judge Kevin Litty, states an emergency exists and prohibits all outdoor
Voters will return to the polls Tuesday for early voting to decide remaining races in the Republican Preferential Primary runoff election, with all eyes in Baxter County on who will be elected the first new sheriff in
The Flippin School Board has approved new leadership for its schools as part of several personnel moves during its meeting Monday night. Board members approved Troy Hullett as elementary principal and Monica Springfield as high school principal
Baxter Health has added a new physician to its medical staff. Internal medicine physician Dr. Adam Kilgore is now accepting patients at North Arkansas Medical Associates in Mountain Home. Kilgore is a board-eligible physician who recently completed
Marion County residents are encouraged to take part in community cleanup efforts as part of the statewide Great Arkansas Cleanup program. County Judge Jason Stumph said Keep Arkansas Beautiful events will be held in Marion County from
An annual spring carnival is planned for Saturday at the L.C. Sammons Youth Center in Cooper Park. Recreation Coordinator Enoch Pepin says the carnival is geared toward younger children, with games, activities, prizes and more. Listen: click
The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission reviewed thousands of public comments on proposed hunting and fishing regulation changes during its March 18-19 meeting in Hot Springs. According to AGFC staff, more than 24,000 responses were submitted, with
An 8-year-old boy reported missing Monday afternoon in the Promise Land area was found safe. The boy was reported missing from 6823 Promise Land Road at 1:43 and was found at 2:22. A member of the Oakland-Promise
Hot and dry conditions have prompted multiple local counties and municipalities to issue burn bans. As of Monday afternoon, Marion, Boone, Newton, Searcy, Fulton, Izard and Sharp Counties were all under burn bans with the cities of
An Ozark County man has been arrested for the rape of a minor female family member. Chevy Logan Mahan of Brixey was booked into the Ozark County Jail Thursday on one count of rape. The incident happened
The familiar “ding” ringing in the top of every hour on KTLO FM 97.9 will soon be a sound of the past following news that CBS Radio will be shuttering its service after 100 years on the
