Arkansas State (22) broke open a tight game with an 180 run to start the fourth quarter, pulling away for a home win over Little Rock on Saturday at First National Bank Arena. Zyion Shannon led the
Mountain Home swimmers carried their strong start into the Pioneer Invitational this week, turning in multiple personal bests, state-qualifying times and top-five team finishes against some of the toughest competition in their division. Both the Bomber boys’
Arkansas State handled Christian Brothers 95-67 on Saturday night in Jonesboro, extending its streak of home-opening wins to 11. Jaxon Ellingsworth led the Red Wolves (3-1) with 20 points on 9-of-10 shooting. Matt Hayman added 15, while
The Kansas City Chiefs return from their bye week looking to regain momentum as they travel to face the AFC Westleading Denver Broncos on Sunday at Empower Field. Kickoff is set for 2:25 p.m. ET on
Play tipped off Saturday at the Arvest Bank Tournament in Flippin.In senior girls play, Flippin improved to 2-5 with a 60-37 win over winless Timbo (0-11). The Lady Bobcats will face Marshall on Monday at 7. Yellville-Summit
The Arvest Bank Basketball Tournament opens Saturday with a full day of senior high action on both the boys’ and girls’ sides. In senior boys play, Marshall and Cotter will get the tournament started at 10,
Early voting in Marion County has reached roughly 4 percent of registered voters, with a total of 542 ballots cast over the first three days ahead of Tuesday’s election on a proposed half-percent sales tax for jail
High school basketball teams across north central Arkansas were in action Friday night, with several programs picking up early-season victories. In senior boys play, Bergman improved to 6-1 with a 69-29 win over Kingston. Yellville-Summit took down
Playoff football continued across Arkansas and southern Missouri on Friday night, with several area teams advancing to the next round while others saw their seasons come to a close. In Arkansas Class 3A, Salem rolled into the
Mountain Home standout running back Barrett Miller has been selected as one of three high school finalists for the Darren McFadden Award, the Little Rock Touchdown Club announced Friday. The award, presented annually by The Hatcher Agency,
Justin Robert Foster who was facing a number of charges in criminal cases stemming from allegedly violent assaults on family members and others appeared in Baxter County Circuit Court/Criminal Division Monday, November 3. Foster pled guilty to
One of the drug sellers arrested September 4 during an operation involving a number of federal state and local law enforcement agencies appeared in Baxter County Circuit Court/Criminal Division Monday, November 3 and pled guilty to the
The Mountain Home Moose Lodge 1953 will host its first-ever Charity Texas Hold ‘Em Tournament on Saturday at 1, with all proceeds benefiting the Disabled American Veterans.The event, part of Veteran Appreciation Month, will feature $2,500 in
Mountain Home started off the class 6A state playoffs with a bang and won their first round matchup for the sixth consecutive year defeating Sheridan 78-42. In the process Mountain Home also set a school record for
No. 21 Arkansas used a strong second-half surge and a balanced offensive effort to beat Samford 79-75 on Friday night at Bud Walton Arena. Darius Acuff Jr. led the Razorbacks (31) with 20 points on 7-of-13 shooting,
The body of a Marion County woman, reported missing by family members Thursday, was discovered Friday morning. Marion County Sheriff Gregg Alexander says a family member found the body in a wooded area near the woman’s home.
A person of interest in the Fulton County double homicide last month has died in the Greene County Jail in Paragould. Thirty-two-year-old Jacob Lowell Smith of Ash Flat was arrested Oct. 28 in Paragould by the Greene
The State Board of Education voted Thursday to release for public comment amended rules for Arkansas’ school voucher program that include new restrictions on how much funding can be used for extracurriculars.Created in 2023 by the LEARNS
Walmart Inc. announced Friday that Doug McMillon will retire as president and CEO on Jan. 31, 2026, ending more than a decade in the company’s top leadership role. The board of directors has elected John Furner, 51,
Mountain Home Parks & Recreation is hosting the Gobble Gallop Saturday at Cooper Park located at 1101 Spring St. in Mountain Home. The 1-mile fun run begins at 9 and requires a $20 and registration fee. The
It’s playoff time in Arkansas, and several area teams are set for tough first-round matchups as the road to War Memorial Stadium begins. In Class 3A, undefeated Salem (10-0) opens postseason play at home, hosting Fouke
Early voting totals released Thursday show light turnout so far in Marion County, with just over 3% of registered voters casting ballots ahead of Election Day. According to Dawn Moffet, Marion County and Circuit Clerk, 111 voters
The Mountain Home Bomber basketball team opened their season on Thursday night. In their season opener Mountain Home went on the road to Fort Smith Northside and lost 44-41. Things looked bleak for the Bombers as
The Mountain Home Bombers will compete in the 6A state playoffs on Friday. No, it’s not Groundhog Day, for the second straight year, the Bombers finished the regular season with a record of 8-2, will host a
An Izard County man has been arrested for shooting at three people from his vehicle. Fifty-nine-year-old Charles Joseph Heathcoat of Calico Rock is facing one felony charge for the incident. According to the probable cause affidavit from
Twenty-three-year-old Kaleb Yost appeared in Baxter County Circuit Court/Criminal Division on November 3 facing charges including bringing methamphetamine into the Baxter County Detention Center. In addition, Yost has a Baxter County District Court probation violation. He pled
A man who has listed addresses in Northwest Arkansas and now shows to be living in this area appeared in Baxter County Circuit Court/Criminal Division November 3. Twenty-seven-year-old Matthew H. Moore pled not guilty to his charges.
Mountain Home Public Schools are reminding fans that tickets for this Friday’s home playoff game against Sheridan must be purchased online in advance. No tickets will be sold at the gate. Tickets are available exclusively through the
Izard County STEM High School has been awarded a Career and Technical Education Innovation Grant worth $38,590 from the Arkansas Division of Secondary Education. The funding will support the school’s project, “Code to Career: Modernizing Computer Science
A man recently found guilty of sex crimes involving a five-year- old female relative and sentenced to 160 years in prison by a Boone County jury is expected to appeal his conviction. Thirty-seven-year-old William Lee Alvis II,
Longtime healthcare professional and community leader Jon Burnside has announced his candidacy for the Arkansas House of Representatives, District 5. Burnside, who has served in multiple public service roles across Boone County, said his campaign will focus
The Food Bank of North Central Arkansas is pleased to announce that thanks to a donation from Walmart, the Food Bank will be distributing Similac 360 Total Care Infant Formula to individuals in need. The infant formula
The federal government officially reopened Wednesday evening which means SNAP recipients are on track to receive benefits with funding anticipated as soon as midnight on Thursday.KTLO News spoke with Food Bank of North Central Arkansas CEO, Jeff
Cotter High School’s Will Morris has verbally committed to play baseball at Champion Christian College in Hot Springs.Morris, a 5-foot-11 senior, left-handed pitcher, first baseman, and center fielder, has been a key contributor for the Warriors and
The Arkansas women’s basketball team (3-0) looks to keep its perfect start alive Thursday night as it hosts Southeastern Louisiana (1-1) at Bud Walton Arena. Tipoff is set for 6:30 p.m., with live coverage on SEC Network+,
Seventy-nine boats launched Saturday for the inaugural Baxter Health Bass Classic, where anglers from across the region competed for cash prizes and bragging rights. Corey Cook of Lake Ozark, Missouri, and Roger Cook of Lebanon, Missouri, claimed
The Arkansas Supreme Court on Wednesday denied Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders’ request to pause two lower court rulings that require her to set earlier special election dates to fill two vacant legislative seats. The high court also
ESPN’s SportsCenter on Campus will broadcast live from the Arkansas State University campus on Thursday, Nov. 20, ahead of the Red Wolves’ primetime matchup against Louisiana.The live show will air from 12 p.m. at Heritage Plaza, outside
More than 400 Arkansans have entered the 2026 election cycle ahead of Wednesday’s filing deadline, setting up several rematches and a handful of special elections ahead of the November general election. The 2026 ballot will feature Gov.
It’s a packed Thursday night across north central Arkansas as high school basketball teams hit the court, with several area programs looking to stay hot early in the season. SENIOR GIRLS In senior girls action, Cotter’s Lady
The Mountain Home Bomber Basketball team will open the regular season on the road Thursday. The Bombers will take on the Fort Smith Northside Grizzlies. The Grizzlies are led by former Mountain Home Junior High coach Cody
The Arkansas State women’s basketball team fell behind late in the first quarter and was unable to recover, dropping a 97-75 decision to Missouri Tuesday night at Mizzou Arena. Zyion Shannon led the Red Wolves with 26
The Arkansas State Red Wolves erased a 16-point deficit to claim a dramatic 86-85 road win over Missouri State on Tuesday night at Great Southern Bank Arena. The comeback was the largest by A-State since the Sun
A man facing drug-related charges appeared during a session of Baxter County Circuit Court/Criminal Division November 3 and entered a not guilty plea to those charges. The vehicle being driven by 49-year-old Christopher (Chris) Wade, Jr., who
A Norfork man initially charged with shooting at a house in Salesville during an argument with the residents and later for being in possession of drugs and drug paraphernalia appeared in Baxter County Circuit Court/Criminal Division November
The Mountain Home Fire Department has taken possession of a new 2025 Rosenbauer Commander fire engine, marking a major upgrade to the city’s emergency response fleet.The new apparatus features a 1,500-gallon-per-minute pump, a 1,000-gallon water tank, a
KTLO’s Jesse Zurcher interviews students Brody Wilson, Cora Fulcher and Kenzie Stickles at Hackler Hackler Intermediate School will honor area veterans and their families with a Veterans Day Celebration on Saturday from 11 to 2 at the
The Flippin Fire Department will hold its final business and occupational license workshop on Thursday at 5 at the Flippin District Court Complex. The meeting is open to the public. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
Members of Ozark’s city council unanimously voted on Monday against starting discussions with the state to potentially supply water for a planned 3,000-bed prison in Franklin County. City Councilor Randy Melton told the Advocate Tuesday that the
Candidate filings for the 2026 elections in Marion County ended Wednesday at noon, with several incumbents and new contenders entering county and local races. In countywide races, incumbent Jason Stumph has filed as a Republican for county
On Tuesday, November 11, 2025, the Coal Hill Police Department requested assistance from the Arkansas State Police (ASP) Criminal Investigation Division in connection with a shooting incident at the Coal Hill City Park.At approximately 3:30 p.m., ASP
Candidate filing for the 2026 elections in Baxter County ended Wednesday at noon with races developing for County Judge, Sheriff, and multiple JP seats. For County Judge incumbent Kevin Litty (R) will face Eric Payne (R) who
Four people were killed in a fiery crash in Searcy County Monday afternoon. The Arkansas State Police have identified the victims as 44-year-old Jessica West of St. Joe and an unidentified minor passenger in her vehicle, along
On Wednesday, Baxter County Sheriff John Montgomery and Lt. Mike Day of the Mountain Home Police Department, along with KTLOs Heather Loftis, hosted scam baiters and stars of the FOX Nation show Scammed: Getting Even.Listen to the
High school basketball action continued across north central Arkansas on Tuesday night, with several area teams taking the court in both senior girls’ and senior boys’ play. In senior girls’ action, Yellville-Summit dropped its season opener to
Visitors to the First Security Veterans Plaza 2000 in Mountain Home can now see new enhancements with the recent addition of the seals of the military branches to the center columns on the veterans wall. During the
A Norfork man has been arrested for a shooting incident that happened in late August in Stone County. Twenty-year-old Trenton Kole Hall is facing three charges and two penalty enhancements for the incident. According to the probable
A man who is alleged to have attacked and injured his 80-year-old father in mid-September appeared in Baxter County Circuit Court/Criminal Division Monday, November 3. Nathan Marion Franks is charged with 2nd degree domestic battery. The victim
Marion County residents will take to the polls with early voting starting Wednesday on a special ballot to continue a sales tax for the county jail.The half cent county wide sales tax was originally enacted in November
Zurcher pictured 3rd from the right after recent crowning as Miss Apple Blossom. Mountain Home and KTLO’s own Rebecca Zurcher has been crowned Miss Apple Blossom 2025, earning the opportunity to compete for the title of Miss
Baxter County Sheriff John Montgomery will be joined Wednesday morning on KTLO 97.9 FM by the stars of “Scammed: Getting Even” to discuss how locally thwarted scams have been featured on the national program. Ashton Bingham and
For the first time in nearly 10 months it was basketball time in The Hangar once again. Mountain Home’s boys and girls teams both welcomed 5a-east teams to The Hangar for a pair of exhibition games.The night
The Mountain Home Bombers Junior High basketball team dropped their season opener Monday night, falling to Bentonville 5716 at The Hangar. Bentonville jumped out to a 203 lead after the first quarter and carried a 338 advantage
Road work is now underway in the Arkansas Estates subdivision of Gassville, affecting Jeffrey Court, Magness Drive, and Sherman Street. Crews began milling work on Monday, with paving to follow once temperatures allow. City officials say
The Arkansas State Red Wolves will travel to Great Southern Bank Arena to face the Missouri State Bears on Tuesday night at 8 in a nonconference men’s basketball matchup. Missouri State enters the game at 20
The Arkansas women’s basketball team was able to take down UCA in overtime Monday night. Arkansas women’s basketball (3-0) was down by seven points against Central Arkansas (1-2) with 2:37 remaining in the fourth quarter but battled
Mountain Home Public Schools are reminding fans that tickets for this Friday’s home playoff game against Sheridan must be purchased online in advance. No tickets will be sold at the gate. Tickets are $8 and are available
Several area high school basketball teams were in action Monday night across north central Arkansas. SENIOR BOYS In senior boys play, Valley Springs fell to 1-5 after a 63-50 loss to a strong Lisa Academy North squad,
It’s basketball time in The Hangar once again as the Bombers and Lady Bombers will open the season with a set of preseason exhibitions. Mountain Home will welcome the Paragould Rams and Bateville Pioneers to The Hangar
High school basketball is in full swing across north central Arkansas Tuesday, with several area teams taking the court.SENIOR BOYS In senior boys action, Cotter, coming off a win in its last outing, will host Omaha, still
The No. 21 Arkansas men’s basketball team begins a four-game homestand Tuesday when it hosts Central Arkansas at Bud Walton Arena. Tipoff is set for 7, with coverage on SEC Network Plus. The matchup marks the second
Candidate filings continue in Marion County for the 2026 election, with several incumbents and new contenders entering county and local races.In countywide races, incumbent Jason Stumph has filed as a Republican for county judge. Ruby Speak, also
The 2026 election filing period continues in Baxter County, with numerous county, justice of the peace, constable, and school board candidates officially entering local races ahead of the Nov. 12 deadline.Countywide filings include seeing a race develop,
The North Central Arkansas Veterans Council will hold its annual Veterans Day commemoration on Tuesday at 11 at First Security Veterans Plaza 2000 in Mountain Home.The event, hosted by Fleet Reserve Association Branch 251, will mark the
A man familiar to law enforcement in Douglas County is back behind bars after being arrested early Saturday morning for committing an armed robbery at a business in Ava and shooting at law enforcement officers during a
Ethan Dwayne Shattuck charged with assaulting and threatening to kill his wife appeared in Baxter County Circuit Court/Criminal Division November 3.The 26-year-old Shattuck, who lives in Baxter County but has a Calico Rock address, entered a not
A Mountain Home veteran is making history. Retired U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Elesha D. Granniss has been named Arkansas’s first Woman Veteran of the Year, an honor recognizing her decades of military service and her continued
Arkansans have spent more than $240.9 million on medical marijuana through the first 10 months of 2025, according to data released by the state Department of Finance and Administration. That figure marks an increase of about $13
Baxter County and Circuit Clerk Canda Reese announced Tuesday that Group A jurors do not need to report for jury duty on Wednesday. Reese said jurors will receive a new notification with their next reporting date at
Baxter Health has welcomed Dr. James Day to its cardiothoracic team, adding more experience to the care it provides patients in north-central Arkansas and southern Missouri.Dr. Day joins doctors Natalie Ostro, Michael Bauer, and Phillip Schoettle, who
The City of Bull Shoals Budget Committee will meet on Tuesday at 2 in the Council Chambers located at 706 C.S. Woods Blvd. The meeting will focus on discussions related to the city’s 2026 budget planning. WebReadyTM
The Lakeview City Council will meet on Tuesday morning at 9 at the Lloyd Travis Municipal Center. City officials said the workshop session will focus on discussion of the proposed 2026 budget. The meeting is open to
The Norfork School Board will hold a special meeting on Tuesday morning at 9 for its annual campus walkthrough, district officials announced. The walkthrough allows board members to review facilities and discuss maintenance or improvement needs across
Road work began Monday in Gassville for the following streets located in Arkansas Estates: Jeffrey Ct., Magness Drive and Sherman St. according to Mayor Jeff Braim’s office.Milling work will be done first then the streets will be
The Dermott Police Department has requested assistance from the Arkansas State Police (ASP) Criminal Investigation Division (CID) after a local man was found dead the evening of Saturday, November 8, 2025.Fredrick Woods, 61, was found dead at
Four members of the Cotter Lady Warriors volleyball team have earned All-State honors for the 2025 season, the school announced this week. The honorees are Kenna Collins, Myah McNutt, Reagan Cowart, and Riley Brotherton. Gracyn Jackson received
The Marianna Police Department has asked the Arkansas State Police Criminal Investigation Division to investigate a homicide that occurred early Sunday, Nov. 9, 2025, at the corner of Alabama and Chestnut streets. Police said they received several
Arkansas health officials have received more than 300 proposals from hospitals, universities and clinics on how to use nearly $1 billion in federal funding the state hopes to secure to strengthen rural health care as major Medicaid
The Earle High School football team has self-reported the use of an ineligible player and will forfeit two victories from the 2025 regular season, a development that once again benefits Izard County Consolidated. The Arkansas Activities
Charlie Barton of Mountain Home capped off a dominant season by winning the boys 8-and-under overall championship in the U.S. Kids Golf Arkansas Fall Tour. Barton secured the title after a playoff victory on the 10th
Head Coach Josh Fulcher will lead the Bombers to action in his 10th season at the helm. Mountain Home finished with a record of 13-16 last season.Coach Fulcher enters his 10th season as head coach and 13th
The Mountain Home Lady Bombers will look to build on a season that saw them win 26 games and make the final four. Coach Dell Leonard enters year 30 as head coach of the Lady Bombers and
Several Twin Lakes Area basketball teams will be in action Monday night. SENIOR BOYS In senior boys action, Valley Springs, sitting at 1-4, will host a strong Lisa Academy North squad that enters at 5-1. Rural Special
Area schools are inviting the public to honor America’s service members during local Veterans Day observances set for Tuesday. Mountain Home High School will host its annual “Freedom Isn’t Free” ceremony at 9:30 in the Dunbar Auditorium.
An Izard County couple has been arrested after one of their children tested positive for methamphetamine. The couple had recently moved to the area and was found living in a tent in the back of a pick-up
A 66-year-old Mountain Home man charged last year with attempting to break into a building and vehicles on a used car lot has been arrested again and charged in a vehicle theft case. Ben David Johnson made
A Stone County man has been arrested on child porn charges. Being held on two felony charges is 47-year-old Kris Aaron Copeland of rural Mountain View. Stone County Sheriff Brandon Long says his office received a tip
On Wednesday morning the stars of ‘Scammed: Getting Even’ will join the Baxter County Sheriff live on KTLO to discuss how locally thwarted scams have been showcased on the show. Listeners can tune in to KTLO FM
Norfork Schools will host a special Parent Night on Tuesday at 6 in the Arrie Gorforth Elementary Cafeteria, focusing on how parents and grandparents can help keep children safe online. The event, titled “Keeping Kids Safe Online,”
The National Park Service plans to conduct prescribed fire operations in the Buffalo Point area of Buffalo National River between November 2025 and early spring 2026, as weather and conditions allow. The work covers three areas totaling
The Marion County Quorum Court will hold its regular meeting on Monday at 5:30 at the Marion County Courthouse. Officials note the meeting is being held a day early due to the Veterans Day holiday on Tuesday.Agenda
The Salesville City Council will meet Monday at 6 at Salesville City Hall. The meeting is open to the public. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
The Bull Shoals City Council will hold a workshop on Monday at 6:30 in the Council Chambers located at 706 C.S. Woods Blvd. The meeting is open to the public. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
The City of Gassville Personnel Committee will meet Monday at 5. The only item on the agenda is discussion of and a recommendation on AI policies. Following that meeting, the Public Safety Committee will convene to discuss
It’s a busy and exciting week for Mountain Home athletics as basketball season gets underway and the Bombers prepare to open postseason football play. The football team wrapped up the regular season at 8-2, securing third place
The Dora Lady Falcons claimed the runner-up trophy at the MSHSAA Class 1 Girls Cross Country Championships held Saturday at Gans Creek in Columbia.Senior Isabelle Martin led Dora with a 13th-place finish in 21:01.6. She was followed
Baxter County’s first week of candidate filing brought a mostly incumbent-heavy slate to the county races, along with a few new names stepping in.County Judge Kevin Litty filed for another term, as did several other county constitutional
AP PHOTO/ Al Goldis EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) Freshman Cam Ward had 18 points and 10 rebounds, Coen Carr scored 15 points and had seven rebounds and No. 22 Michigan State beat No. 14 Arkansas 69-66
Missouri State quarterback Jacob Clark completed all four passes on the final drive of the game, including a 13-yard touchdown pass to freshman Tristian Gardner with 27 seconds left, to stun home standing Liberty, 21-17, here Saturday.
Yellville-Summit senior Grace Clifford has signed to continue her softball career with the University of Arkansas Northark Lady Pioneers.The district announced Clifford’s commitment this week, congratulating her for the work and dedication that led to the opportunity.
SHIRLEY, Ark. A Van Buren County man has been charged with first-degree murder in the death of his 68-year-old father, according to the Arkansas State Police. Deputies were called to the home of Russell B. Branscum
AP Photo/ George Walker IV NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) This school year, students in elementary, middle and high schools in some states will get a new lesson on safety: what to do if they find a firearm.
AP Photo LITTLE ROCK - Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders and the Arkansas Department of Agriculture announced Thursday the Arkansas Plate Initiative, a farm-to-table program aimed at providing school meals using ingredients grown or raised in-state. The pilot
𝙍𝙚𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙘𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙊𝙪𝙧 𝙍𝙤𝙤𝙩𝙨. Murder, She Wrote in Baxter County – Part 1 Welcome to another fascinating episode of 𝙍𝙚𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙘𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙊𝙪𝙧 𝙍𝙤𝙤𝙩𝙨 with Sammy Raycraft and Vincent Anderson. Today, we have a special guest joining us for the
In senior boys basketball action Friday night, Flippin continued its strong start to the season, improving to 6-2 with a 75-63 win over previously unbeaten Lead Hill, which drops to 6-1. Cotter rallied from a fourth-quarter deficit
Missouri State basketball continues its three-game home stand Saturday evening when the Bears entertain Northwestern Oklahoma State at 7 p.m. (ESPN+). It will mark the first meeting between the clubs since 1946.Located in Alva, Okla., NWOSU is
The Arkansas State men’s basketball team (1-1, 0-0 SBC) fell behind early and could not recover at Stephen F. Austin (2-0, 0-0 SLC), dropping a 90-65 decision on Friday night inside William R. Johnson Coliseum.Joey Chammaa led
In high school football action Friday night, Yellville-Summit broke into the win column for the first time this season, defeating Episcopal 49-16.Salem remained unbeaten and improved to 10-0, rolling past Quitman 60-15 and dropping the Bulldogs to
The coldest air to hit North Central Arkansas since last winter is forecasted to impact the area Sunday night. According to the National Weather Service (NWS) Saturday will be pleasant with sunny skies and a high of
Arkansas, led by 2015 Naismith Hall of Fame inductee John Calipari, and Michigan State, led by 2016 Naismith Hall of Fame inductee Tom Izzo, are set to square off in a top-25 matchup as the #14/15 Razorbacks
It’s once again basketball time in The Hangar. The official start of basketball season in Mountain Home will take place in The Hangar on Saturday. The day will begin at 1:00 p.m. as the 7-12th grade Lady
Mountain Home has won state titles in boys cross country and girls cross country, but never in the same year. That changed yesterday at Oaklawn Hotel & Casino’s cross country course as the Bombers and Lady Bombers
In what was billed as a top 10 matchup in the state of Arkansas between Greenwood and Mountain Home, Greenwood showed why they are still the top dog defeating the Bombers 42-10.On what was a crisp fall
On Tuesday 26-year-old Brennan Ray McKenna arrived at the Baxter County Sheriff’s Office to register with Deputy Tanner Anderson, the registration coordinator, after being released from prison. McKenna had been assessed as a Low Level 2 Offender.
The Boil order issued earlier this week for a portion of the Bull Shoals Water System has been lifted. The order affected customers in the McDonald Meadows and Alford areas.The boil order had been issued due to
The Cleburne County Sheriff’s Office requested that Arkansas State Police issue a Missing/Endangered Advisory for Robert McKay. ROBERT McKAY Age: 56 Description: White Male / 6 ft. / 190 lbs. Hair: Gray, Bushy / Eyes: BrownRobert was
For the first time in school history, both the Mountain Home Bombers boys and girls cross country teams are 5A state champions. The teams captured the titles Friday at the Arkansas State Cross Country Championships in Hot
For the first time in school history, both the Mountain Home Bombers boys and girls cross country teams are 5A state champions. The teams captured the titles Friday at the Arkansas State Cross Country Championships in
The Baxter County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a fourth person in connection with a large methamphetamine seizure last week at in rural Mountain Home. Twenty-year-old Carson Michael Grass of Mountain Home was taken into custody Thursday after
According to jail logs, a long list of new charges has been filed against a couple already accused of keeping a 15-year-old male locked in a bathroom naked and unfed. 41-year-old Daniel Wright and 42-year-old Jaclyn Barnett
A matchup of two top ten teams in the state of Arkansas will take place at Bomber Stadium on Friday night. The #9 ranked Bombers will welcome the #3 ranked Greenwood Bulldogs to Bomber Stadium for the
It’s a busy night on the hardwood as several local teams are in action across North Central Arkansas. SENIOR BOYS In senior boys play, the Flippin Bobcats, sitting at 5-2, will try to protect their home court
Hoops were back in action Thursday night across the Twin Lakes Area. In senior boys play, Flippin improved to 5-2 on the season with a convincing 75-43 win over Timbo. Calico Rock suffered its first setback of
High school football is back in action Friday night, as teams around Arkansas wrap up their regular seasons while playoff football kicks off across the state line in Missouri. In area matchups, Yellville-Summit will travel to Little
The Mountain Home Bomber and Lady Bomber Cross Country teams will look to add to the trophy case on Friday. Mountain Home, who swept the boys and girls 5A-west conference championships last week, will look to win
The Arkansas State Red Wolves will open their 2025-26 basketball season on the road Friday, against the Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks in Nacogdoches, Texas. Under first-year head coach Ryan Pannone, the Red Wolves aim to build on
Arkansas State looks to bounce back from a narrow season-opening loss when it travels to face Tarleton State in women’s basketball action Friday morning. Tipoff is set for 11 a.m. at Wisdom Gym. The Red Wolves (0-1)
The Mountain Home Bombers swim team opened its season in dominant fashion Thursday, collecting multiple state-qualifying times and two new school records at the Hendrix invitational.Freshman Callie Kohler led the night with standout performances in two events.
The hottest sport in Mountain Home Thursday night was basketball on donkey back as a packed house in the Junior High gym saw Harrison and Mountain Home face off in donkey basketball. The donkey’s often showed their
Thursday night was the season finale for the Mountain Home Bomber junior high football teams. The night began with a 14-6 win for the 8th grade. They finish off an undefeated season at 8-0. To cap off
An estimated 290,000 Arkansans, enough to fill Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium in Fayetteville more than four times, are expected to head to the woods this weekend for the opening of Arkansas’s modern gun deer season.The Arkansas
Arkansas State Police (ASP) has charged José Solano Rodríguez, 20, of Little Rock, in connection with the deaths of two teenagers who were killed in a crash caused by Rodriguez when he fled from Troopers on October
The boil order for the city of Summit has been lifted as of Thursday afternoon.The City of Summit issued the precautionary boil order Oct. 23 for its entire water system. The water has been determined safe for
Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland has died, the team announced Thursday. He was 24. “It is with extreme sadness that the Dallas Cowboys share that Marshawn Kneeland tragically passed away this morning,” the team said
The Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control has announced criminal charges against Melvin J. Fincher, 39, of Rolla, who is facing multiple charges across several Missouri counties related to livestock and farm equipment
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders and the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration have submitted the state’s application for funding through the federal Rural Health Transformation Program, aimed at improving healthcare access and outcomes in rural areas. The
One person has been arrested and a warrant has been issued for a second person after nearly 1.5 pounds of cocaine was found in an apartment in Mountain Home this week thanks to the work of one
Filing for elections continued this week in north-central Arkansas, with Baxter and Marion seeing new candidates. In Baxter County, Darin Hughes has filed as a candidate for the Norfork School Board. In neighboring Marion County, Sandra Lee
In area basketball Thursday, several local teams will be in action. SENIOR BOYS In senior boys play, Flippin, off to a 4-2 start, will hit the road to face Timbo. Norfork continues its search for its first
The Mountain Home High School Bomber Soccer program is hosting a Kick-A-Thon fundraiser to support the team. Supporters can pledge a per-kick donation, contributing a set amount for each of the 100 kicks the team attempts, or
Two Baxter County residents charged with keeping a then 15-year-old male described as “low functioning” locked in a dark bathroom, naked and unfed for days were set to appear during a session of Baxter County Circuit Court/Criminal
A Halloween partygoer was arrested last Saturday morning after he went home, but, the problem was, it wasn’t his house. In fact, it wasn’t his town or even his county. Twenty-three-year-old David Christopher Sisk of Salem is
A special meeting of the Flippin City Council held Tuesday evening violated Arkansas’ Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) by not informing the public and the media in a timely matter that the meeting was taking place. KTLO,
The Mountain Home FFA will host its Donkey Basketball fundraiser on Thursday at the Mountain Home Junior High Gym, located at 2301 Rodeo Drive. The event begins at 7, with doors opening at 6. Tickets are $13
The collectible 2025 Arkansas Duck Stamp print is now available for purchase. Titled “Timber’s Pursuit”, the print was created by Arkansas artist Greta James and captures the state’s waterfowl traditions. Buyers receive a signed 14-by-12-inch print along
With the holiday season fast approaching, the Salvation Army is set to host their biggest fundraising event of the year with the Red Kettle Cookoff taking place at Real Life Church located at 1326 Rossi Road in
The Mountain Home City Council will hold a public hearing Thursday at 4:55 in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building located at 720 Hickory Street. The hearing will consider reclassifying certain properties from Ward 1 to
The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) will hold a community briefing from 4 to 6 on Thursday to discuss the Route 160 bridge over Bull Shoals Lake at Theodosia. The meeting will be held at Theodosia Village
This year’s Flippin High School homecoming court was recently photographed on the historic steps of the building once known as the “third grade building,” a site long used for class photos, class officers, and “who’s who” portraits.
The Arkansas State Police and Arkansas National Guard have safely disposed of more than 26,000 pounds of expired and unwanted prescription medications collected during the Arkansas Drug Take Back event on October 25. Troopers and National Guard
Marked Tree High School has self-reported the use of an ineligible player and will forfeit all victories from the 2025 football regular season, the Arkansas Activities Association announced. As a result, Manila, Gurdon, Izard County, and McCrory
Baxter County has several candidates officially filed for local, judicial, and school board offices ahead of the upcoming election. For Justice of the Peace seats, Dennis M. Frank is running in District 1, Mike McDonald in District
The Lead Hill Tigers rallied late to knock off Bergman 69-66 in senior boys’ basketball action Tuesday night.Lead Hill jumped out to an early lead but saw Bergman close the gap through the second and third quarters,
A 15-point early deficit proved to be only a brief setback as Arkansas rallied to give new head coach Kelsi Musick a 93-81 win over Louisiana Tech in her debut Tuesday night at Bud Walton Arena. The
Michael Osei-Bonsu posted a double-double with 22 points and a career-high 14 rebounds to lead Missouri State past Missouri Southern 88-70 on Tuesday night in the Bears’ season opener at Great Southern Bank Arena.Osei-Bonsu, who pulled down
A Mountain Home woman charged with having sex with a teenage male appeared in Baxter County Circuit Court/Criminal Division Monday. Thirty-five-year-old Ashley Ann Normandy pled guilty to a sexual indecency with a child charge and was given
A man convicted of having sex with a close female relative in 2006 is now jailed and charged with violating the terms and conditions of the sex offender registration law. A jury found 61-year-old Ronnie Dale Reece
To assist students who may have lost access to food assistance programs due to the prolonged government shutdown, the Salvation Army in Mountain Home will launch a mobile food canteen at the college this week.Starting Thursday, students
Leslie Kerwood, a Republican, has announced she will seek re-election as Justice of the Peace for Marion County’s District 6. A Marion County native, Kerwood graduated from Yellville-Summit High School in 2000. She holds a bachelor’s degree
The Yellville-Summit school garden is one of the oldest continuously running school gardens in the state, dating back to 2012. This week it is being recognized by the Arkansas Department of Agriculture as one of eight schools
Pinkston Middle School’s Outdoor Adventures program is partnering with the Arkansas Hunters Feeding the Hungry Foundation and Mountain Home Bridges to help students in need as SNAP benefits face cuts.The program is asking hunters to donate harvested
The Baxter County Quorum Court approved all items on its agenda during its regular meeting Tuesday evening at the courthouse.Justices of the peace unanimously passed five ordinances, including measures appropriating $8,493 in fees and reimbursements to the
The Twin Lakes Playhouse presents their November stage production “Nunsense” with performances beginning Friday through Nov. 23. A special benefit show always precedes opening night and this month they have selected the Elks Lodge. For this early
Arkansas State Parks celebrated the dedication of enhanced trails at Queen Wilhelmina State Park on Tuesday, highlighting ongoing efforts to improve outdoor recreation access and elevate visitor experiences at one of the state’s most scenic mountain
A Pulaski County judge ruled Friday that the Arkansas Board of Corrections retains supervisory authority over the Secretary of Corrections and the directors of the state’s prison divisions, striking down two laws signed by Gov. Sarah Huckabee
Update: At 2:43 Arkansas State Police indicated Brooklyn Tuttle, 4, of Keo has been found safe. Authorities are searching for a missing 4-year-old girl from Keo.The Lonoke County Sheriff’s Office says Brooklyn Sue Elizabeth Tuttle, age 4, was
Sheriff John Montgomery stopped by KTLO Studios to speak about “Scammed: Getting Even” on FoxNation, another live call-in session on scams scheduled for next week, and election filing. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
The Arkansas Department of Health has issued a “Boil Water” notice for the McDonald Meadows and Alford areas. The precaution comes after a main break caused a loss of normal system pressure, raising the possibility of contamination
Several candidates have filed for office in Baxter county as the 2026 election filing period continues. In Baxter County, several candidates have filed for Justice of the Peace seats. Dennis M. Frank filed as a Republican for
The week 10 Arkansas Sports Media poll rankings have Mountain Home at No. 3 in Class 6A with an 8-1 record, while Salem sits atop Class 3A at 9-0.Mountain Home trails Greenwood and Shiloh Christian in the
SENIOR BOYS Cotter travels across the river to take on Flippin (3-2), while Viola visits Mammoth Spring (2-2) still seeking their first win. Norfork (0-2) will host Hillcrest (1-3), and Bergman (3-0) hits the road to face
In senior boys basketball Monday night, Lead Hill pulled away early and never looked back, cruising past Timbo 79-56.The Tigers built a 19-13 lead after the opening quarter and stretched the margin to 41-25 by halftime. Lead
Trevon Brazile scored a career-high 25 points and grabbed 11 rebounds to record his 11th career double-double, while freshmen Darius Acuff Jr. and Meleek Thomas combined for 43 points to lead No. 14/15 Arkansas past Southern 109-77
The Arkansas State men’s basketball team overcame a seven-point second-half deficit to edge Ohio 89-85 on Monday night at the Convocation Center, giving first-year head coach Ryan Pannone his first collegiate victory. Chandler Jackson and Joey Chammaa
The Arkansas women’s basketball team will open its 2025-26 season Tuesday night, hosting Louisiana Tech at Bud Walton Arena. Tipoff is set for 6:30, with coverage on SEC Network+.The Razorbacks enter the regular season after an impressive
Central Arkansas fell 94-54 to North Carolina on Monday at the Dean Smith Center in the first meeting between the programs. The Bears (0-1, 0-0 ASUN) struggled to keep pace with the Tar Heels’ fast start, falling
Missouri State will visit Great Southern Bank Arena on Tuesday for its first road matchup of the season against Missouri Southern. Tipoff is set for 7:02 p.m. CST.The Bears currently lead the all-time series 3-0, including a
Several candidates have filed for office in Marion County as the 2026 election filing period continues.Incumbent Chuck VonVelkenburg has filed as a Republican for Justice of the Peace District 1. Kale Wallace has filed as a Republican
A third person has been arrested in connection with a large methamphetamine seizure last week at a residence on Highway 62 East, according to the Baxter County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies executed a search warrant at a residence
An inmate at the Baxter County Detention Center was placed back in a restraint chair after a series of violent incidents inside a detox cell last Monday. 22-year-old Sterling Welborn has been charged with second degree battery.
A Norfork man facing a number of charges appeared in Baxter County Circuit Court/Criminal Division Monday, October 20. Twenty-three-year-old Mason Hunter Chism entered a not guilty plea to charges including drug and drug paraphernalia possession, refusal to
Local resident and parent Micha Johnson has announced his candidacy for Justice of the Peace in Baxter County’s District 8, running on a platform focused on family, community, and thoughtful growth. Johnson, who has more than a
Baxter Health has announced the addition of Dr. John Baltz to the Baxter Health Market Street Family Clinic, joining Dr. Ben Stevens, Dr. Brittney Frisby and nurse practitioner Shannon Castle. Baltz previously practiced at Lincoln Paden Medical
The Baxter County Quorum Court will meet Tuesday at 5:30 in the courthouse’s second-floor courtroom for a regular session. The court will review and act on several financial measures, including ordinances appropriating $8,493 in fees and reimbursements
The Gassville City Council will hold a special called meeting Tuesday at 5 to consider employee health insurance premiums. The meeting will take place at the Gassville Community Center, located at 204 S. School St. WebReadyTM Powered
The Arkansas State Police (ASP) Criminal Investigation Division (CID) is investigating a homicide that occurred early Sunday morning in Carlisle. The Carlisle Police Department (CPD) requested ASP investigate.On November 2, 2025, CPD officers responded to a shooting
The University of Central Arkansas Bears are set to open their 2025-26 men’s basketball season on one of college basketball’s biggest stages when they travel to Chapel Hill to face the University of North Carolina Tar
The Arkansas Department of Health has lifted the Boil Water Notice for Brunner Hill Water Association customers on Jordan Landing Road and nearby side streets. The water is now safe for consumption and normal use. WebReadyTM Powered
Arkansas will kick off the 2026 election cycle on Monday, when the weeklong candidate filing period begins at the State Capitol and county courthouses across the state. Party candidates can file starting at noon, while nonpartisan judicial
Photo Credit AP NEWS/ Jacquelyn Martin President Donald Trump has endorsed Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders in her bid for re-election. Sanders announced the endorsement Friday, thanking Trump for his support. “Thank you, President Trump! It’s an
The Arkansas State Red Wolves begin their 2025-26 season on the road Monday night, facing the Ohio Bobcats at 6. Ohio, which went 16-16 last season and 12-3 at home, averaged 15.3 points off turnovers, 8.8
In area high school basketball Monday night, several local teams will be in action. In senior girls play, Cotter opens its season against undefeated Calico Rock (2-0). Mountain Home Christian Academy will travel to Eureka Springs. Lead
Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs struggled to find their rhythm Sunday, falling 28-21 to the Buffalo Bills as the star quarterback faced relentless pressure.Mahomes completed 15 of 34 passes for 250 yards with one interception
Arkansas State’s defense overwhelmed Troy on Saturday night, recording nine sacks and holding the Trojans to just 187 yards of total offense in a 23-10 victory at Veterans Memorial Stadium. The Red Wolves (5-4, 4-1 Sun
A Mountain Home man appeared during a session of Baxter County Circuit Court/Criminal Division October 20 and pled guilty to a reduced charge of criminal trespass and was put on probation for 12-months. He was also ordered
VFW Post 3246, along with the Twin Lakes Marines will celebrate the 250th Birthday of the United States Marine Corps on Friday, Nov. 7, at the Post located at 214 West 7th Street in Mountain Home. The
Mike McDonald announced his intention to seek reelection as Justice of the Peace on the Baxter County Quorum Court for District 2 on Friday. The district encompasses northern Baxter County along Highway 201 North over to Highway
Photo: AP NEWS Local businesses in North Central Arkansas could see an economic hit if the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) continues unfunded due to the ongoing federal government shutdown. Data from the Arkansas Hunger Relief Alliance
KTLO recently partnered with the Baxter County Sheriff’s Office, the Mountain Home Police Department and Trilogy Media to provide tips and guidance on how to avoid scams. The event focused on raising awareness about common scams targeting
The North Central Arkansas Veterans Council will hold its annual Veterans Day commemoration on Tuesday, Nov. 11, at 11 a.m. at First Security Veterans Plaza 2000 in Mountain Home. The event, hosted by Fleet Reserve Association Branch
The Mountain Home Public Schools Board of Education have cancelled the previously scheduled special session for personnel Monday evening. Beginning at 5 a special meeting for personnel was to be held with an executive session, followed by
The Baxter County Airport Advisory Board will meet Monday morning at 10. The meeting will be held in the conference room of the terminal building. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
The Boone County Sheriff’s Office has released its latest list of most wanted individuals. Ryan Salvatore Gagliardi Ryan Salvatore Gagliardi, last known to reside in Omaha, is wanted on a bench warrant for possession of firearms by
Photo by Antoinette Grajeda/Arkansas Advocate Arkansas 3rd District Congressman Steve Womack said Thursday that Arkansas farmers already facing labor shortages and rising costs could see worsening conditions if the federal government shutdown continues. Womack met with agriculture
AP Photo/ Michael Woods FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (AP) Blake Shapen threw an 18-yard touchdown pass to Anthony Evans III on fourth down with 48 seconds left, lifting Mississippi State over Arkansas 38-35 on Saturday for its first
A man found and arrested while sheriff’s deputies were attempting to locate another individual to serve an outstanding warrant appeared during a session of Baxter County Circuit Court/Criminal Division October 20. Twenty-six-year-old Jordan Bryce Williams and 33-year-old
With less than a month remaining until the start of duck season, Arkansas hunters are busy with their annual preparations, cleaning decoys, brushing blinds, checking wheel bearings on boat trailers and, of course, praying for rain to
Fall colors beginning to show on Halloween day at KTLO Tower site. October ended with much needed rain and a sudden change to cooler temperatures as fall settled in the Ozarks. The month began with the continuation
Twin Lakes Chapter 30 of the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) continues to make a lasting impact on the lives of local veterans, leading the charge in suicide prevention and community outreach across Baxter County. The Mountain Home
The Arvest Foundation has awarded a $7,000 grant to the Mountain Home Education Foundation to support teacher training, classroom grants, and scholarships for 2025 Mountain Home High School graduates. Arvest Bank associates joined Scott Copeland, president of
Mountain Home High School is ready to shine a spotlight on its senior athletes and performers this week, building up to Friday night during the Bomber football game against Greenwood. Senior Night festivities kick off at 6:30
A divided Arkansas Supreme Court said Thursday that two state laws related to ballot petitions violate the constitution, in a case involving a paper-ballot measure from Cleburne County. In the 4-3 decision, Justice Shawn Womack, writing for
Highway 206 south of Harrison is scheduled to close from 8:30 Monday morning through 2:30 Friday afternoon to allow crews to replace a box culvert. Weather permitting, a portion of Highway 206 east of Highway 7 will
The 6th grade Bomber Youth Football League is celebrating after taking the win in the championship game Saturday morning against West Plains. Even the cold rainy conditions at Bomber Stadium couldn’t slow the blue team down as
Arkansas will distribute $500,000 among six regional food bank networks in the state, Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders said Friday, as SNAP benefits are set to stop on Nov. 1. However, shortly after the announcement, two federal
It was another packed Friday night under the lights across north central Arkansas and southern Missouri, and plenty of teams were fighting to close out the regular season strong. We’ll start in Yellville, where the Panthers were
A Flippin woman was arrested Thursday afternoon following a short vehicle pursuit in a stolen truck, according to the Baxter County Sheriff’s Office. At around 12:36 p.m., deputies responded to a complaint at Madden Sanitation on Highway
Missouri State put on a show in its lone preseason exhibition Friday night, rolling past Maryville University 92-67 behind a breakout performance from transfer guard Kobi Williams. Williams, a Truman State transfer, poured in 30 points on
The 2025-26 Arkansas men’s basketball season officially tips off Monday night as the 14th-ranked Razorbacks host Southern University at Bud Walton Arena. Game time is set for 6 and will air on the SEC Network, with radio
Basketball action continued across North Central Arkansas Friday night as early-season matchups rolled on. In Flippin, the Bobcats fell to the unbeaten eStem Mets 63-55. The loss drops Flippin to 2-2 on the season, while the Little
A father and son were arrested recently in the parking lot of the Walmart store in Ava when it was discovered they had components to make pipe bombs in their vehicle. Charged with two felonies each were
Special Agents with the Arkansas State Police (ASP) Criminal Investigation Division (CID) have arrested a Camden juvenile in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred October 19, 2025. At approximately 5:45 p.m. on October 19, Camden Police
A woman whose vehicle was clocked at 99 miles-per-hour just before it spun out of control, turned on its side and ended up in the parking lot of a Mountain Home business appeared in Baxter County Circuit
Daylight saving time will come to an end this weekend. At 2 a.m. on Sunday, clocks will fall back one hour as the nation returns to standard time. The change means earlier sunrises and sunsets across Baxter
The Mountain Home Planning Commission met Monday to review a proposal that could expand and refine the city’s C-2 commercial zoning classifications in effort to protect residential areas and how they interact with commercial properties as the
Carla Stroud, a counselor at Mountain Home Junior High School, is preparing to take on one of the world’s most famous races: the New York City Marathon.Stroud has been training for months in preparation for the 26.2-mile
The #9 ranked Mountain Home Bombers moved to 8-1 with a 44-20 victory over the Van Buren Pointers on Friday Night. The night began with Mountain Home drawing first blood with a tackle in the end zone
A second person has been arrested following a search Wednesday at a residence on Highway 62 East that resulted in the discovery of more than 10 pounds of methamphetamine. According to the Baxter County Sheriff’s Office, 24-year-old
The Arkansas Division of Emergency Management (ADEM) deployed Operations Manager Jordan Abshire through the Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC) to assist Alaska in response and recovery operations following Typhoon Halong, which caused widespread coastal damage and displaced
History was made Monday as the Gainesville High School girls cross country team captured the Summit Conference Championship the first conference title in the program’s history.Leading the Lady Bulldogs was sophomore Jessica Suit, who finished second overall
Secretary of State Cole Jester announced Thursday that about 240 alleged noncitizens were identified on Arkansas voter rolls. Of those, 30 to 40 are believed to have voted, though Jester said state and federal prosecutors will investigate
Basketball teams around North Central Arkansas hit the road Friday as early season matchups continue. Flippin, sitting at 1-1, will host the unbeaten 3-0 eStem Mets from Little Rock game time is scheduled for 5. Buffalo
Hopefully the night is not too spooky for the #9 ranked Mountain Home Bombers as they will take on the Van Buren Pointers on Friday night in Van Buren. This is the 20th meeting between the two
The Mountain Home Bomber Cross Country teams began their post seasons on Thursday at ASUMH.The day began with the senior girls meet. Although Siloam Spring’s Kagean Vandyke won the individual title by 20 seconds with a time
A rural Mountain Home man has been arrested after, while he was high on drugs, he fired a shot inside his house, wrecked his car, stood in the middle of the highway and threw rocks at and
Thursday night brought a full slate of high school basketball action across the region, with several area teams taking the court in early-season matchups. The Flippin Lady Bobcats struggled on the road, falling to the Kingston Lady
The Arkansas State Police (ASP) say the investigation into the October 21 double homicide in Fulton County remains active and ongoing. According to a release from the ASP, the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office requested that state police
The Baxter County Sheriff’s Office has released a list of Level 3 and Level 4 sex offenders in the county as part of public safety measures for Halloween. Under Arkansas law, these offenders are prohibited from participating
A Searcy County man has been arrested for choke slamming and injuring a six-year-old family member. Facing three felony charges for the incident is 42-year-old Cory Alan Hilton of Leslie. According to information from the Searcy County
An 18-year-old from Cotter charged with helping a younger teen avoid being sent back to a relative’s home appeared in Baxter County Circuit Court/Criminal Division last Monday. Jackson Carlisle had originally been charged with interference with custody,
As the federal government shutdown continues, some Head Start preschools across the United States will have to shut down starting next week because they wont receive their funding grants. Centers are scrambling to assess how long they
Although it’s been officially closed for months, Bennett’s Bayou Bridge on Baxter County Road 46 is still a cause for concern because signs at each of the bridge keep getting moved to allow traffic to cross the
On Tuesday, October 28, 2025, a Little River County jury found Chance Cathey, 35, of Idabel, Okla., guilty of Abuse of a Corpse. Cathey was sentenced to 30 years in the Arkansas Department of Corrections. The Arkansas
On Wednesday, October 29, 2025, around 10:15 p.m., an Arkansas State Police (ASP) Trooper observed a red Infiniti traveling eastbound on Interstate 30 near the 133-mile marker at a high rate of speed. When the Trooper attempted
Basketball is back in action Thursday night. In senior boys play, Flippin, now 1-1 on the season, will be on the road to face Kingston, who is still looking for their first win at 0-3. Eureka Springs,
Local food bank websites saw the loss of access for their locator maps Wednesday due to the influx of visitors searching for location information.As the local area and the nation braces for a lack of funding for
Jeff Quick, CEO of the Food Bank of North Central Arkansas, visited KTLO Studios to speak with host Sammy Raycraft about the funding for SNAP and WIC benefits being cut due to the goverment shutdown, as well
Razorback sophomore Karter Knox has been named 1 of 20 players on the 2026 watch list for the Julius Erving Award, the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame announced today. The annual Julius Erving Award, named after the
The postseason will begin for the Mountain Home Bomber Cross Country teams on Thursday. Mountain Home will play host for the 2025 5A-West Cross Country meet. Action from Arkansas State University – Mountain Home will begin at
A man arrested after going on an alleged drunken rampage during which he threatened to kill a woman, shot at a house multiple times, broke into the residence and smashed his truck into a neighbor’s vehicle appeared
An area woman has been arrested after attacking her boyfriend with garden shears and trying to run him over with his truck. Forty-eight-year-old Cheri Newark of Norwood, Missouri is facing two felony charges for the incident which
A domestic dispute between a mother and her adult daughter escalated last Monday afternoon at a rural Baxter County residence, prompting law enforcement to respond and resulting in the daughter’s arrest on multiple charges, including battery and
Efforts by local law enforcement to curtail scams on local citizens has found them featured on a new show that recently premiered on the Fox Nation streaming platform.The show, “Scammed: Getting Even” follows veteran Youtubers of Trilogy
This weekend’s Arkansas youth hunt will mark a milestone for many young hunters as they harvest their first white-tailed deer. The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission (AGFC) is helping families celebrate the moment with free commemorative certificates.
Mountain Home Public Schools Superintendent Allyson Dewey will hold another “Drop-In With Dewey” event on Thursday at the district’s administrative office. Dewey will be available from 9 to 2 to meet with parents, staff, and community members
The Bull Shoals City Council will meet Thursday evening at 6:30 in the council chambers located at 706 C. S. Woods Boulevard. Items on the agenda include filling the vacant Alderman Ward 3, Seat 1 position. Department
The Cotter Lady Warriors came out swinging Wednesday afternoon, but the Taylor Lady Tigers roared back to take a 3-1 victory in the Class 2A state volleyball tournament.Cotter opened strong, claiming the first set 25-19. The Lady
An Arkansas judge said Tuesday he expects to rule soon on a petition seeking to move up the special election to fill the vacant House District 70 seat. Pulaski County Circuit Judge Shawn Johnson said he plans
Sheriff John Montgomery, Lieutenant Mike Day, and Chappy Gray with Trilogy Media came to KTLO Studios on Wednesday, joining Sammy Raycraft to raise awareness about scams targeting the community. The trio shared tips on recognizing fraud, protecting
Authorities report a Hardy man who was the subject of a search Tuesday afternoon has been found safe.Seventy-five-year-old Denny Joe Smith was reported missing after last being seen around 4 near 248 Red Oak in Hardy, close
Arkansas has the potential to become a key player in the growing lithium market thanks to its rich deposits, supportive regulatory framework, and a welcoming business environment, industry experts said at the 2nd annual Arkansas Lithium Innovation
A panel of child care experts recommended several emergency steps Tuesday aimed at preventing layoffs and closures at Arkansas child care centers amid funding uncertainties caused by the federal government shutdown. The working group, created last week
In senior boys basketball action Tuesday night, Cotter fell to 1-3 after dropping a road game to a strong 3-0 Lead Hill squad. The Tigers jumped out to a 24-8 lead after the first quarter and took
On Tuesday evening, the Flippin City Council voted to revoke Mayor Heath Hogan and the city department heads’ check signing privileges, citing what members described as unauthorized repairs to police vehicles. The same situation has also prompted
A felon who was arrested after being found to be in possession of a large caliber, high powered hunting rifle appeared during a session of Baxter County Circuit Court/Criminal Division last Monday. Thirty-seven-year-old Amanda Kay Hatfield pled
Shannon (Silzell) Walker of Gassville has announced her bid for reelection as District 10 Justice of the Peace in Baxter County. Walker will appear on the Republican ballot in the 2026 primary election. A Baxter County native
Visitors of the popular walking trail on the campus of Arkansas State University Mountain Home (ASUMH) will soon have their path illuminated by a solar lighting project that began installation last week. The project, which has been
The Baxter County Historical Society will host “Trick or Treat at the Casey House” for two nights this year, Thursday and Friday from 5:30 to 8. The event is free and family-friendly. The Casey House, located at
An Ash Flat man who is a person of interest in a double homicide that occurred in Fulton County last week has been arrested in northeast Arkansas. Fulton County Sheriff Jake Smith says 32-year-old Jacob Lowell Smith
Lady Warriors advance with win over Quitman in 2A state volleyball tournament, winning 3-2 with scores of 20-25, 25-18, 25-14, 20-25, and 15-12.After dropping the first set, Cotter found its rhythm behind steady defense and strong net
In response to the success of August’s live call-in about scams, Baxter County Sheriff John Montgomery will return to KTLO Wednesday to update the community on progress made to date, as well as answer questions from listeners.Starting
Arkansans turned in 26,500 pounds of unwanted and expired prescription medication during Arkansas Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025. The statewide effort brought together 140 law enforcement agencies and community partners across 375 collection
Country music star Cody Johnson is bringing his 2025 tour to Simmons Bank Arena in North Little Rock on Saturday, March 28, at 7:30 p.m. Johnson, a multi-Platinum artist and CMA Entertainer of the Year nominee,
The Arkansas Department of Health has confirmed a Boil Water Notice for customers of Brunner Hill Water Association on Jordan Landing Road and its side streets. The precaution comes after a main break caused a loss of
Mountain Home continues their strong season, holding a 7-1 record and ranked ninth overall in the state. In Class 6A, the Bombers sit third, trailing Greenwood and Shiloh Christian. Salem also remains undefeated at 8-0, ranked
From inflation to the federal government shutdown, small businesses in Arkansas have faced tough challenges over the past several years. On Tuesday, the Arkansas Economic Development Commission held a small business subcommittee meeting in Little Rock to
In a meeting lasting 72 minutes, the Flippin Public School Board met in regular session Monday evening covering reports, new hires, and the ’27-28 budget. Superintendent Kelvin Hudson shared the following meeting recap with KTLO News.
In the 2A Centennial Bank State Volleyball Tournament at Piggott Monday night, Marshall’s season came to an end with a straight-set loss to Ozark Catholic, 3-0. Magnet Cove advanced with a 3-1 win over Cedar Ridge, while
In 3A Centennial Bank state volleyball tournament action, Flippin fell to Lavaca in straight sets, 3-0, while Bergman also lost 3-0 to Harmony Grove Haskell. Mansfield picked up a 3-1 win over host Central Arkansas Christian, and
The Mountain Home Junior Varsity Bombers capped off a perfect season Monday night with a 45-19 victory over West Plains. The Bombers’ offense was firing on all cylinders, led by Seth Lara, who scored on touchdown runs
In area basketball Tuesday, in senior girls action, Mammoth Spring (2-0) travels to Bay (0-0). Jasper (3-0) hits the road to face Bergman (2-0). Flippin (1-1) meets Alpena (1-1), and Viola (1-0) hosts Maynard (2-1). Mountain Home
Meleek Thomas poured in 23 points and fueled a first-half comeback as No. 14 Arkansas pulled away after the break for a 99-75 win over Memphis in the Hoops for St. Jude Tip-Off Classic, presented by Bad
Patrick Mahomes threw for 299 yards and three touchdowns, Kareem Hunt scored twice, and the Kansas City Chiefs pulled away in the second half Monday night for a 28-7 victory over the Washington Commanders at Arrowhead Stadium.
Arkansas Secretary of State Cole Jester has received a letter of commendation from President Donald Trump for his office’s work to verify voter rolls through the federal Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements, or SAVE, program. According to
A 26-year-old Mountain Home man charged with stealing a truck appeared during a session of Baxter County Circuit Court/Criminal Division last Monday. Kole Edward Brahm, who lists an address along Meadowbrook Drive, pled guilty to a reduced
Awardees unveil new donor wall On Thursday the sixth Heart of the Library Awards was held at the Donald W. Reynolds Library serving Baxter County, to honor it’s donors and those who have gone above and beyond
As Halloween approaches, several sheriff’s offices in the region are urging residents to exercise caution while trick-or-treating. Authorities in surrounding counties have begun posting “Do Not Trick-or-Treat” lists, aimed at keeping children safe from potential dangers. The
The North Central Arkansas Home Builders Association (NCAHBA) is hosting an official kickoff meeting at Rapps Barren Brewing Company Tuesday at 5:30. The meeting is open to current members and those interested in joining the organization. Attendees
The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) will hold a community briefing from 4 to 6 p.m. Nov. 6 to discuss the Route 160 bridge over Bull Shoals Lake at Theodosia. The meeting will be held at Theodosia
Baxter Health has donated a retired ambulance to the Mountain Home High School White Coat Program, which gives students hands-on exposure to healthcare careers. A ceremony was held earlier this week at Baxter Health’s main campus, where
