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
The Flippin City Council will hold a meeting Tuesday at 6 in the Flippin District Courtroom. The agenda includes updates from the Police and Fire Departments, discussion of a USDA grant for a vehicle purchase, and review
The Norfork Planning Commission will hold a meeting on Tuesday at 6:30 at City Hall. The meeting is open to the public. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
The Marion County Budget Committee will meet Tuesday at 5:30 at the Marion County Courthouse in Yellville. The public meeting will focus on reviewing the proposed 2026 county budget. The meeting is open to the public. WebReadyTM
The installation of Ten Commandments posters on the University of Arkansas campus has prompted debate over church-state separation and led one alumnus to revoke scholarships in protest. University officials began hanging about 500 posters earlier this month
In area basketball Monday night, Nemo Vista’s senior girls (1-1) will travel to Timbo (0-2). In senior boys action, Flippin (1-1) visits Kingston (0-3), while Nemo Vista (1-2) is on the road at Timbo (1-1). WebReadyTM Powered
Residents north of Salem may have felt a couple small jolts early Monday morning as two minor earthquakes were recorded in the area. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, a 2.3 magnitude quake first occured at 4:09
The Mountain Home Bombers have a busy week ahead as several teams gear up for late October action. Monday, the JV football team will host West Plains at home at 6. The week continues on Thursday, with
The Washington Commanders head to Kansas City to take on one of the NFL’s hottest teams, the Chiefs, in what promises to be a true test at Arrowhead Stadium on Monday night. Originally expected to be
The Mountain Home Bomber junior varsity football team is back in action tonight at Bomber Stadium, taking on West Plains. Kickoff is set for 6, and fans can expect an exciting matchup as the JV squad looks
Big Creek Country Club golf professional Brad Simons got a rare opportunity to hit the course with PGA Tour star K.J. Choi during the Simmons Bank Open this week. Simons played in the Wednesday Pro-Am, an exclusive
It was a another dominant weekend for Dream Team. The squad went undefeated in the Glove War Softball Tournament, topping it off with a championship win over the West Plains Kings. They didn’t stop there, following the
The 3A state tournament is underway, and the action continues with four exciting matchups Monday. Flippin takes on Lavaca at noon, followed by Harmony Grove Haskell facing Bergman at 2. Mansfield goes up against Central Arkansas Christian
The 2A state volleyball tournament is rolling, and there is plenty of action on the court Monday. Marshall takes on Ozark Catholic at noon, while Magnet Cove squares off with Cedar Ridge at 2. Quitman and England
A Mountain Home man accused of hitting the gas instead of the brakes resulting in a pursuit with speeds reaching in excess of 100-miles-per-hour appeared during a session of Baxter County Circuit Court last Monday.Mountain Home attorney
A Mountain Home woman has died from injuries suffered in an accident last week. Sixty-two-year-old Darlene L. Whisenhunt was initially taken to Baxter Health for treatment of her injuries and then transferred to the University of Arkansas
With the potential for federally funded food programs to see a lapse in funding by Friday, local food relief organizations are preparing for an increase in demand as locals residents seek assistance. Due to the ongoing government
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 last Monday. Thirty-eight-year-old Chad Vincent Douglas pled not guilty
Sales tax collections were up again for the City of Mountain Home and Baxter County in the latest monthly report. These numbers are for the sales tax in the month of October, representing the sales from August.
The Baxter County Historical and Genealogical Society will hold its next monthly meeting on Tuesday at 6 in the Knox Room of the Donald W. Reynolds Library serving Baxter County in Mountain Home. This month’s program will
The Mountain Home Planning Commission will hold a workshop on Monday at 1 at City Hall. The focus of the workshop will be on potential changes to the City’s existing Commercial C-2 zoning designation, with the idea
The Flippin School Board will hold its next meeting on Monday at 6 in the boardroom of the central office. The agenda includes principals’ reports, personnel updates, state-required policy changes, annual reports to the public, selection of
The 75 million Americans who receive Social Security benefits will see a 2.8% increase in payments next year, the Social Security Administration said Friday. The cost-of-living adjustment is just below the inflation rate of 3% announced by
In a remarkable show of international teamwork, Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge in Eureka Springs has become the permanent home for six African lions rescued from Ontario, Canada. The large-scale relocation effort involved coordination between Turpentine Creek, The
(Photo courtesy of ArkansasRazorbacks.com) Arkansas squandered a halftime lead as Auburn rallied for a 33-24 win Saturday, handing the Razorbacks their fourth straight Southeastern Conference loss. The Razorbacks (2-6, 0-4 SEC) led 21-10 at the break after
(Photo courtesy of Carla Wehmeyer of Arkansas State University) Arkansas State rushed for 266 yards and four touchdowns to defeat Georgia Southern 34-24 on Saturday night at Centennial Bank Stadium. Kenyon Clay (124 yards) and Devin Spencer
(Photo courtesy of UCASports.com) The University of Central Arkansas let a late lead slip away Saturday, falling 18-17 to West Georgia at University Stadium despite a strong showing from quarterback Austin Myers and running back Landen Chambers.
(Photo courtesy of MUTigers.com) No. 15 Missouri (6-2, 2-2 SEC) came up inches short on the game’s final play as Kevin Coleman Jr. was stopped at the goal line, sealing a 17-10 loss to No. 10 Vanderbilt
The cases of two people arrested following an unusual type of pursuit where speeds reached a low of about 18 miles-per-hour at one point were on the docket in Baxter County Circuit Court/Criminal Division Monday (October 20).
Arkansas’s first youth deer hunt of the 2025-26 season is coming up Nov. 1-2, and the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission is reminding hunters to make sure their mobile app is updated and youth deer tags are
Rapp’s Barren Brewing Company proudly hosted its fourth annual ARktoberfest in the Baker District of Mountain Home, bringing together hundreds of locals and visitors for a weekend of craft beer, live music, and community spirit – all
The annual fall clean up in Mountain Home is scheduled for Monday through Friday. The clean up by Methvin Sanitation and Waste Connections is for customers in the Mountain Home city limits only. It’s a chance for
The Marion County Election Commission will hold its Logic and Accuracy testing, along with public testing, on Sunday morning at 10 at the Marion County Courthouse. The public is invited to attend. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
Arkansas drivers might fondly remember last week’s gas prices based on the latest increases shown in AAA’s Thursday report. The statewide average for regular unleaded rose to $2.67 per gallon, up four cents from a week ago.
In Friday night football action: It was senior night in Yellville, but the Panthers couldn’t slow down Melbourne. The Bearkatz rolled to a 61-21 win to even their record at 4-4, while Yellville-Summit drops to 0-8 on
The Razorbacks stay on the home field this Saturday as they look to rebound in a SEC matchup against Auburn. The Razorbacks (2-5, 0-4 SEC) enter with one of the nation’s top offenses, ranking fourth in the
Arkansas State (3-4) returns home to face Georgia Southern (3-4) in Sun Belt play on Friday. The Red Wolves are coming off a 15-14 win over South Alabama, while the Eagles defeated Georgia State 41-24 last week.
Central Arkansas (3-4, 2-1 UAC) heads to West Georgia (5-3, 2-3) for a Saturday matchup at University Stadium. The Bears return from a bye seeking their third straight conference win after victories over Utah Tech and North
No. 15 Missouri (6-1, 2-1 SEC) travels to No. 10 Vanderbilt (6-1, 2-1) on Saturday in a key SEC matchup between two of the league’s six one-loss teams. The Tigers, coming off a 23-17 double-overtime win at
Eighteenth West Judicial District Prosecutor Debra Buschman has concluded that the use of lethal force by an officer from the Grannis Police Department (GPD) was justified in the death of Darrin Laudermilk, 65, of Wickes. The Polk
The charges against a rural Mountain Home man stemming from an alleged altercation with two other males were dropped by the state during a session of Baxter County Circuit Court/Criminal Division Monday (October 20). Forty-four-year-old Chris Allen
An Izard County man has been sentenced to 20-years in prison for sex crimes involving a 9-year-old girl. Forty-three-year-old Gerald Lawrence Villneff Jr. of Oxford was sentenced this week after agreeing to a plea deal. If he
After meeting in regular session Tuesday evening the Gassville City Council was unable to fill the vacant seat left by the recent passing of member Kenneth Smith and shared how they are working to secure funding for
The Marion County Quorum Court Procedures and Management Committee met Thursday to review ordinances related to placing the proposed community center project on the March 3, 2026, ballot.According to Marion County Judge Jason Stumph, the ordinances were
With political season heating up, residents locally and across the state are being reminded that campaign signs are not allowed on highway right of ways. The Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) says state law only permits official
photo courtesy of the Baxter Bulletin A prominent figure in Baxter County’s legal community has died. Ronald “Ron” Kincade of Mountain Home passed away Thursday at the age of 78. Funeral arrangements are pending at Roller Funeral
Families in Pulaski County will face a disruption in early childhood education as federally-funded Head Start centers in Little Rock and North Little Rock are set to close Nov. 1 due to a lack of funding caused
Friday night brings plenty of hoops action across the area, with both senior girls and boys teams in action. In senior girls play, the Valley Springs Lady Tigers, 1-0 on the season, will travel to Alpena, who
The #9 ranked Mountain Home Bombers were back in front of the home crowd on Thursday. Mountain Home ran past Lake Hamilton 42-6 to claim their 7th win of the season. The Bombers, coming off of 2
In senior boys play, Cotter fell to Riverside 72-49. The Warriors drop to 0-2 on the season, while the Rebels move to 2-0. Valley Springs also came up short, as the Tigers fell to Nemo Vista 67-52.
The Mountain Home Lady Bomber volleyball team had their season finale on Thursday. The Lady Bombers would tangle with the Nettleton Raiders for the final match of the Lady Bombers season. After the 25-20 JV set victory,
Friday night brings a full slate of high school football across the region. Melbourne, sitting at 3-4, will travel to Yellville-Summit, which is still looking for its first win at 0-7. Marshall, 4-3 on the season, will
The chief executive officer of Evolve Bank & Trust, which is chartered in West Memphis, has been arrested by federal authorities. A bank spokesman confirmed that CEO Bob Hartheimer was taken into custody Monday at Evolve’s Memphis
A Henderson man charged with violating the sex offender registration law appeared in Baxter County Circuit Court/Criminal Division Monday. Fifty-eight-year-old Rodney Wayne Brabon has pled not guilty to the charges against him. It is alleged that Brabon
The State Board of Education has voted to close the Bruno-Pyatt Elementary School in Marion County, part of the Ozark Mountain School District. The state board cited declining enrollment and rising costs which school officials say is
The Baxter County Sheriff’s Office will once again take part in the “National Take-Back Day” on Saturday, from 10 until 2, to help residents safely dispose of unwanted or expired medications. Deputies will be set up in
The Hill ‘N Hollow Quilters Guild and the Salem Country Quilters Quilt Guild are teaming up to present the Autumn in the Ozarks Quilt Show this weekend in Mountain Home.The two-day event will be held Friday from
The Food Bank of North Central Arkansas is teaming up with KTLO, Classic Hits and The Boot and Jiffy Laundry to collect hoodies for students in need as colder weather approaches.Traditionally held as an annual coat drive,
The North Central Arkansas Military Service Sisters will hold a luncheon at 12 noon on Friday at Colton’s Steak House, located at 2390 Highway 62 East in Mountain Home. All women who have served in any branch
Emergency crews responded to a single engine plane crash at the Marion County Regional Airport outside of Flippin Thursday evening. According to Marion County Office of Emergency Management Director Melissa Penn, the aircraft had just taken off
The Arkansas State Police (ASP) has identified the victims from the double homicide in Fulton County. The women are identified as 54-year-old Tonya Stallings and 33-year-old Ashley Stallings. Ashley is the stepdaughter of Tonya according to Fulton
The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission (AGFC) Thursday announced final DNA analysis from the Veterinary Forensic Science Laboratory at the University of Florida has confirmed the DNA collected from the black bear killed in Newton County on
Arkansas State Police (ASP) Criminal Investigation Division (CID) is investigating a fatal incident that occurred after a vehicle pursuit on Interstate 40 near Atkins on Wednesday, October 22, 2025. Around 4 p.m., an ASP Trooper observed a
Five agencies took part in executing a search warrant at an apartment complex near Mountain Home Wednesday searching for a suspect in connection with the double homicide in Fulton County. According to Fulton County Sheriff Jake Smith,
Former Arkansas Razorback safety Kenoy Kennedy has been selected to the 2025 SEC Football Legends Class presented by T-Mobile. The announcement was made Wednesday by the Southeastern Conference. The Legends Class includes 16 former SEC football
The City of Summit has issued a precautionary boil order for its entire water system until further notice. Residents are advised to boil all water used for drinking, cooking, and food preparation for at least one minute
In the 3A-East Regional Volleyball Tournament, Flippin swept Bergman in straight sets to claim third place. Harrisburg defeated Crowley’s Ridge Academy 3-2 to capture the regional championship. Flippin will face Lavaca in the state tournament on Oct.
The Arkansas State Police have issued a Be on the Lookout (BOLO) and officer safety warning for 32-year-old Jacob Lowell J. Smith, in connection with a double homicide in Fulton County. Authorities say the warning is in
A Mountain Home woman was hurt Wednesday morning when her vehicle left the road and drove into a drainage ditch on Springwood Drive.According to the Mountain Home Police Department, 72-year-old Darlene L. Whisenhunt was driving westbound around
In Wednesday night’s action at the Bobby D. Hulse Tournament, Norfork fell to Alpena 48-21. Tonight, Calico Rock’s senior girls, now 1-0, travel to Pangburn, who are also 1-0. Timbo’s senior girls, 0-1, host West Side,
The Cotter Lady Warriors are the 2A East Regional Volleyball Champions after an incredible comeback victory over Piggott Wednesday night.Cotter’s impressive set-winning streak came to an end at 57, but the Lady Warriors battled back from a
The 6-1 Mountain Home Bomber Football team will be back in action. But due to projected inclement weather, the Bombers and Lake Hamilton Wolves will face off on a Thursday instead of the scheduled Friday night. Mountain
The Mountain Home Lady Bombers will wrap up their season on Thursday. The Lady Bombers will welcome the Nettleton Raiders to town for a 5A-east conference matchup. The JV will only play 1 set before the varsity
A Yellville man was killed and a woman from Yellville was injured in a crash that happened Saturday morning in Marion County. The Arkansas State Police say 65-year-old Gaylon Sanders died in the accident. Injured and taken
A man pled guilty to charges of simultaneous possession of drugs and firearms and was sentenced to five years in prison during a session of Baxter County Circuit Court/Criminal Division Monday. Forty-four-year-old Jerry Strauss, who lists an
The annual fall clean up in Mountain Home is scheduled for next Monday through Friday. The clean up by Methvin Sanitation and Waste Connections is for customers in the Mountain Home city limits only. It’s a chance
Mayor Mac Caradine will host Coffee with the Mayor Friday from 8 to 9 at Cotter City Hall located at 115 McLean Avenue. Residents are invited to enjoy coffee and pastries while hearing updates on city business
The “Glitz & Glam: Dress Up Your Denim” event is scheduled for Thursday at 6 at Big Creek Golf & Country Club in Mountain Home. Tickets are $50 and include heavy hors d’oeuvres, drinks, live music, as
A full day of pet-friendly fun is planned for Saturday, from 9 to 4 at the ASU-Mountain Home campus, all in support of local animal rescues. This second annual event is organized by Patty Markowski, Director of
The Marion County Personnel Committee meeting originally set for Thursday has been rescheduled. The meeting will now be held on Thursday, Nov. 20 at 5:30. No reason was given for the change. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
The Cotter City Council will hold its regular meeting Thursday evening at 6 in the council chamber. Among the agenda items, the council will hear updates on two ongoing property cleanup cases. A summons was delivered Oct.
The Marion County Budget meeting originally scheduled for Thursday evening at 6 has been rescheduled for 5:30 in the courtroom of the courthouse. The meeting is open to the public. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
On Monday, October 20, 2025, around 11:30 a.m., the Memphis Police Department began tracking a stolen Hyundai Genesis that crossed into West Memphis. The West Memphis Police Department (WMPD) located the vehicle and initiated a pursuit, with
An investigation involving multiple agencies is underway after two people were found dead in a home in eastern Fulton County Tuesday afternoon.Fulton County Sheriff Jake Smith says deputies responded to a report of an unresponsive person. While
The City of Bull Shoals announced Wednesday that they are accepting applications following the resignation of councilwoman Nancy Jo Pucci on Tuesday. The city is looking to fill council position for Ward 3, position 1 which encompasses
The Arkansas Department of Human Services is advising SNAP recipients to prepare for a potential delay or disruption in November benefits if the federal government shutdown continues. DHS says it is awaiting guidance from the U.S.
Child care providers across Arkansas are urging state officials for help as funding shortfalls and changes to the state’s financial aid program put centers at risk. On Tuesday, the Arkansas Early Childhood Commission voted unanimously to create
A man wanted in New York for murder has been arrested in Fayetteville. According to the U.S. Marshals Service, Rephayah Oselmo was taken into custody Tuesday afternoon around 4 p.m. by deputy marshals. Oselmo was wanted by
High school basketball action tipped off across the Twin Lakes Area Monday night.Lead Hill traveled to Ozark Mountain, splitting the night. The Lady Tigers fell to Ozark Mountain 63-51 in girls’ action, while the Tigers came out
The 2A East Regional Volleyball Tournament continued Monday in Cotter with semifinal action on the court.In the first match of the day, Piggott swept Cedar Ridge in straight sets, 3-0, to earn a spot in the championship
Semifinal play continued Tuesday in Flippin for the 3A East Regional Volleyball Tournament.Crowley’s Ridge Academy took the first spot in the championship match after defeating host Flippin 3-1. In the other semifinal, Harrisburg swept Bergman in straight
The Florida man accused of killing his sister in Searcy County made his first court appearance Tuesday. Sheriff Kenny Cassell says sixty-eight-year-old Mark Randolph Brown of Deland Florida was transported back to Searcy County last Friday and
A 19-year-old arrested after his mother found a pipe bomb taped under a dresser in his room appeared during a session of Baxter County Circuit Court/Criminal Division Monday. Gavin Daniel Ogle is charged with criminal possession of
A 26-year-old rural Baxter County man who was arrested in late August after he made an unsuccessful attempt to outrun a Baxter County Deputy’s patrol car on his black sports-style motorcycle appeared in Baxter County Circuit Court/Criminal
District 4 Justice of the Peace Dirk Waldrop has announced he will seek reelection to the Baxter County Quorum Court. Waldrop, a Republican, is pursuing his fifth term.Waldrop served 25 years in the United States Army as
Baxter County Chief Deputy Coroner Sara Fischer has announced she will seek election for the position of Baxter County Coroner following Brad Hays’ decision not to run for re-election. Fischer moved to Baxter County in the winter
The Lady Bomber volleyball welcomed the undefeated 5A-east conference champion Marion Patriots to The Hangar on Tuesday. Mountain Home was swept in the JV and Varsity match on Tuesday night. Mountain Home would be defeated 2 sets
Due to projected inclement weather on Friday, the Mountain Home Bombers’ varsity football game against Lake Hamilton has been rescheduled. The game, originally set for Friday, will now be played Thursday with kickoff still scheduled for 7.
Four University of Arkansas students are working to protect the state’s environment with a proposed constitutional amendment called the Amendment to Keep Arkansas Natural. The measure would give Arkansans the fundamental right to a clean and healthy
This week’s Arkansas Sports Media High School Football Poll is out, with votes from sports media members across the state. Teams are ranked based on performance, strength of schedule, and overall results, with points awarded based on
The Mountain Home Lady Bomber volleyball team will begin their final week of the season on Tuesday. Mountain Home will welcome the Marion Patriots to The Hangar on Tuesday. Marion has already clinched the 2025 5A-east championship.
The Bobby D. Hulse Basketball Tournament kicked off Monday night in Norfork with opening-round action for both boys and girls teams. In boys play, Calico Rock picked up a 43-41 win over Kingston to start the season
The Class 3A-East Regional Volleyball Tournament tipped off Monday in Hoxie. Melbourne’s season came to an end after falling to Harrisburg in straight sets, 3-0. Flippin kept its postseason alive with a sweep over Walnut Ridge, winning
The Class 2A-East Regional Volleyball Tournament tipped off Monday with opening-round action. Cotter is moving on after sweeping Lee in straight sets, 3-0. Piggott also advanced with a 3-0 win over Izard County, and Cedar Ridge topped
The Mountain Home Bomber JV Football squad was back in action on Monday at Bomber Stadium. The Bombers welcomed the Jonesboro Hurricane to town and defeated them 26-6, completing the season sweep of Jonesboro. The last
A Boone County man is facing multiple charges after allegedly breaking into a home and assaulting a resident in the early hours of October 4. 37-year-old Andrew Clark, is charged with aggravated residential burglary, aggravated assault on
The Mountain Home High School Bomber Band claimed first place overall at the Ozark Mountain Music Festival in Reeds Spring, Missouri, on Saturday. Despite the competition moving indoors due to weather, the band’s percussion section also finished
Baxter County Coroner Bradley Hays announced he will not seek re-election in the 2026 primary election, ending more than a decade in the role and nearly 30 years of public service. Hays, who has served as county
The Baxter County Budget Committee will meet Tuesday at 3:30 in the third-floor conference room of the Baxter County Courthouse. The committee is scheduled to review budget requests and approve the county’s 2026 budget. To view the
The Lakeview City Council will meet in regular session Tuesday at 7 at the Lloyd Travis Municipal Center. Items on the agenda include filling the Ward 2, Position 2 council vacancy, the swearing in of Chief Morton,
The Norfork City Council will meet Tuesday evening to review financial reports, consider utility rate ordinances, and discuss the city’s 2026 budget. The meeting is scheduled for 6:30 at Norfork City Hall. On the agenda are the
The Marion County Library Board will hold its monthly meeting Tuesday at 5 at the library. Old business items include updates to the Public Computers and Use of the Internet Policy and the Library Card and Circulation
The Gassville City Council will meet Tuesday evening to consider several ordinances and new business items, including updates to city policies and a potential council appointment. The meeting is scheduled for 6 at Gassville City Hall, located
The Marion County Budget Committee will meet Tuesday at 5:30 to review the proposed 2026 budget. The meeting will take place at the Marion County Courthouse in Yellville. The meeting is open to the public. WebReadyTM Powered
On Friday, October 17, 2025, around 12:30 p.m., the Lonoke County Sheriff’s Office contacted the Arkansas State Police (ASP) Criminal Investigation Division (CID) to assist in investigating a deceased individual discovered in a ditch along Arkansas State
The Arkansas State Police Criminal Investigation Division (CID) has initiated a homicide investigation at the request of the Camden Police Department (CPD) following a fatal shooting that occurred the evening of Sunday, October 19, 2025.At approximately 5:45
The Gassville Planning and Zoning Commission will meet Monday at 6 in the Gassville Community Center at 204 S. School St. The only item on the agenda is the commission’s consideration of a sketch plat for duplexes
Authorities confirmed that a body discovered last Tuesday at Hawksbill Crag belongs to a missing 16-year-old girl from Carroll County. Newton County Sheriff Glenn Wheeler said hikers found the body below the bluff line, prompting a response
The Mountain Home Junior Varsity Bombers are set to take the field at Bomber Stadium tonight at 5:30 when they host Jonesboro. The JV Bombers are looking to continue building on a strong season as they face
The Mountain Home Junior High Lady Bombers wrapped up their season with a hard-fought three-set loss to Greene County Tech on Saturday. The match was closely contested, with the Lady Bombers dropping the first set 27-29, bouncing
Mountain Home Christian Academy’s varsity volleyball team captured the Heartland Christian Athletic Association (HCAA) 2A Tri-State Championship for the second consecutive year, continuing their dominance among Christian school teams from Arkansas, Oklahoma, and Kansas. The tournament took
The postseason is underway for high school volleyball in Arkansas, with regional tournaments kicking off this week across the 4A, 3A, and 2A classifications. Brookland, Hoxie, Harding Academy, and Cotter are hosting regional matchups, with the top
The Kansas City Chiefs dominated the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday, cruising to a 31-0 shutout win at Arrowhead Stadium. Patrick Mahomes threw for 286 yards and three touchdowns, two of them to wide receiver Rashee Rice,
The Dallas Cowboys put together their most complete performance of the season Sunday, rolling past the Washington Commanders 44-22 behind a sharp outing from Dak Prescott and the return of star receiver CeeDee Lamb.Back from a three-game
Anglers on portions of the Norfork and White rivers will now be required to practice catch-and-release fishing under an emergency order approved by the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission (AGFC) on Thursday.The order comes after the Norfork
A Pleasant Grove woman has been arrested after authorities say a 14-year-old boy was nearly hit by a shot fired from a nearby property. 56-year-old Earlean Brock is facing a felony charge of terroristic threatening in the
A state inmate at Baxter County Jail is facing a felony charge after allegedly receiving prescription medication from another inmate.According to jail reports, on Oct. 15, jailers noticed that inmate Ryan Gayer was acting unusually, including slurred
Maryanne Edge has announced she will seek re-election to the Baxter County Quorum Court as District 5 Justice of the Peace. Edge is pursuing her fourth term on the court. She previously served a 10-month appointment in
The Twin Lakes Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Chapter 30 in Mountain Home will hold its October meeting on Monday afternoon at 2:30. The meeting will take place in the training room of the new Mountain Home Police
The Marion County Regional Airport Board will hold its next meeting on Monday beginning at 6 at the Flippin Court Complex in Flippin.The meeting is open to the public. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
A 13-year-old boy from St. Joe has died after falling nearly 260 feet near Brewer Bluff at the Buffalo National River in Searcy County Saturday. The Searcy County Sheriff’s Office was notified of the incident shortly after
Two people were injured Friday night when a side-by-side vehicle crashed in Butler County, south of Poplar Bluff, according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol. The crash occurred around 9:30 p.m. on County Road 611, when
No. 16 Missouri clinched bowl eligibility with a 23-17 double-overtime win at Auburn on Saturday, overcoming a fourth-quarter deficit behind a late surge from Beau Pribula and a dominant defensive stand. Pribula ran for the game-winning 3-yard
Arkansas rallied late but came up short in a 45-42 loss to No. 4 Texas A&M on Saturday, extending its losing streak to five games. Quarterback Taylen Green led the Razorbacks (2-5, 0-3 SEC) with 256 passing
Around 400 protesters lined downtown Mountain Home Saturday as part of nationwide protests for No Kings Day. The line of demonstrators stretched along the east bound side of Highway 62/412 from the Mountain Home square up to
A 67-year-old Mammoth Spring man was killed in a single-vehicle crash on U.S. Highway 63 last Saturday night, according to the Arkansas State Police. Russell Clark Schuh was driving an SUV northbound when the vehicle left the
Ethan Allen Thorgesen who is accused of attacking staff and causing other disturbances at the Baxter County Detention Center and a mental health provider’s office appeared in Baxter County Circuit Court October 6. Almost immediately after coming
North Arkansas Electric Cooperative (NAEC) members served by the Brockwell and Pineville substations will experience a planned power outage early Monday morning. According to NAEC, the outage will begin at 5 a.m. and is expected to last
Saturday saw stormy conditions pass through the Twin Lakes area bringing strong winds and showers across an area that hadn’t experience rainfall for nearly a month. At KTLO, Classic Hits and the Boot, the official reporting station
As the holiday season approaches, Hospice of the Ozarks is offering support to those experiencing grief with its annual “Coping with the Holidays” workshop Nov 6 and 7. Outreach & Development Coordinator Marta Rose tells KTLO News
Arvest Bank’s 29th Annual Charity Golf Tournament raised $18,000 to benefit three local nonprofit organizations across Boone, Baxter and Marion counties. The tournament, held Sept. 13 at Twin Lakes Golf Club in Mountain Home, provided $6,000 each
Sen. Clarke Tucker, D-Little Rock, and Rep. DeAnn Vaught, R-Horatio, present a resolution to the Arkansas Legislative Council to ask the federal government for “targeted relief for Arkansas farmers” on Oct. 17, 2025. (Photo by Tess
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a briefing on Saturday warning of severe weather entering the area with threat of damaging winds, large hail, flash flooding and the potential for tornadoes. KTLO, Classic Hits and the
It was another busy night across North Central Arkansas and Southern Missouri as several area teams took the field. In Class 3A action, Salem kept its perfect season alive, rolling past Yellville-Summit 66-8. The Greyhounds move
Arkansas will host No. 4 Texas A&M on Saturday in a rare on-campus meeting between the SEC rivals, as the Razorbacks look to end a four-game losing streak under interim head coach Bobby Petrino. It marks the
No. 16 Missouri (5-1) looks to rebound from its first loss of the season when it visits Auburn (3-3) on Saturday at 6:45 p.m. on the SEC Network. The Tigers from Columbia boast one of the nation’s
A woman who was arrested on September 19 for drug possession and criminal trespass appeared in Baxter County Circuit Court/Criminal Division October 6. Thirty-five-year-old Jehan Herron pled not guilty to the charges against her. She was picked
A man from Arkansas has had his first court date this week after being arrested for fleeing from deputies while throwing drugs out of the window of his vehicle. Thirty-one-year-old Jaycob Luke Anderson of Searcy, who has
The Boone County Sheriff’s Office has released updated information on several individuals wanted on active warrants. Steven Ray Black Black is wanted on two warrants. The first is for failure to appear on a body attachment for
Mrs. Hensley recently was awarded the key to Leslie An Arkansas legend, beloved Ozarks icon and Marion County resident is preparing to celebrate a remarkable milestone. Violet Hensley – known as the “Whittling Fiddler” and the “Stradivarius
The Boone County Sheriff’s Office has announced two new sex offender registrations in the county. Nelson Lee Daniel, whose address is listed in Harrison, has registered as a Level 3 sex offender. Daniel is described as a
The 10th ranked Mountain Home Bombers were back in action in Siloam Springs on Friday night. The Bombers would claim their sixth victory and third 6A-west victory of the season as they would defeat the Panthers by
Special Agents of the Arkansas State Police (ASP), with assistance from the De Queen Police Department and the Sevier County Sheriff’s Department, have arrested two De Queen men in connection with a September 3, 2025, fire at
The Arkansas State Police Highway Safety Office has launched its statewide distracted driving campaign, “Put the Phone Away or Pay.” The high-visibility enforcement effort runs from October 19 through 25 and aims to remind drivers of the
Arkansas Division of Emergency Management Director AJ Gary has been selected to serve as president of the National Emergency Management Association (NEMA). His appointment highlights his leadership and dedication to emergency preparedness and disaster response both in
A former Swifton police officer has been arrested following an investigation into a house fire reported earlier this year. According to the Arkansas State Police, 30-year-old Benjamin Drake Slagley was taken into custody Monday on one count
The Arkansas State Police Criminal Investigation Division is asking for the public’s help in locating the driver involved in a fatal hit-and-run that occurred Friday night on Interstate 40 near Earle. Authorities say the incident happened around
A Mountain Home woman has been charged with felony and misdemeanor offenses following an investigation into a local massage business. 55-year-old Lihua Yu is facing charges of criminal use of property or laundering criminal proceeds, a Class
This week’s high school football schedule features a mix of undefeated teams, rivalry games, and tough tests for area squads. In Arkansas, Salem (6-0) travels to Yellville-Summit (0-6) hoping to continue its winning streak. Marshall (4-2) heads
After more than 20 days without measurable rainfall in Mountain Home, a strong storm system is expected to bring much needed rain and the potential for severe weather this weekend. According to the National Weather Service (NWS),
Photo credit: JM Photoraphy The Cotter Lady Warriors defeated Cedar Ridge in three straight sets Thursday to claim the 2A-2 District Tournament championship. The win improves Cotters record to 17-0 on the season, with the team maintaining
A Harrison man is behind bars after assaulting his elderly mother and sending her to the hospital. Fifty-six-year-old Jeremy Lee Young is facing two charges for the incident which happened last month. According to the probable cause
Lisa House has announced her candidacy for re-election as Justice of the Peace representing District 6 on the Baxter County Quorum Court. House, who has served since January 2025, said she is seeking another term to continue
City and county officials are considering a request for the Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) to conduct a traffic study at the intersection of Hackler Road and Arkansas Highway 178, following growing concerns about safety and congestion
As high school students prepare to take the ACT this Saturday, Mountain Home Public Schools (MHPS) has been busy this week preparing their students to perform their best.An ACT Boot Camp made possible by Personal Therapy Group
The Mountain Home City Council met in regular session Thursday evening and approved all action items on the agenda unanimously. Council members passed an ordinance amending city zoning regulations to change an area zoned as Residential R-4
The Arvest Foundation has awarded a $3,500 grant to the Arkansas State University-Mountain Home (ASUMH) Alumni Association to support student scholarships. Arvest Bank associates joined Scott Copeland, president of Arvest BankNorth Arkansas, and David McBee, sales manager
The 10th ranked Mountain Home Bomber Football team will look to continue their winning ways on the road Friday at Siloam Springs. The Bombers were victorious last week against Russellville by the score of 43-0. Improving to
The Mountain Home Lady Bomber Volleyball team took their final road trip of the season on Thursday. Mountain Home moved to 7-7 in conference play after a 3 set sweep of the Searcy Lions on Thursday. In
Gladiator Championship Wrestling will host its “Havoc in the Hangar” event on Saturday, Oct. 25, at 7 at the Junior High Gym located at 2301 Rodeo Drive. The event will feature several professional wrestlers, including NWA star
After four days on the run a pair of young emus became a local sensation in Mountain Home. With one of the birds safely being held on a local resident’s property the second emu was captured Thursday
Thursday marks day four since a pair of young emus became a local sensation in Mountain Home. At last reporting one of the birds is safely being held on a local residents property while the other continues
The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission (AGFC) has approved an emergency order temporarily reducing trout limits in the state’s four major coldwater fisheries following significant production losses at the Norfork National Fish Hatchery.Poor water quality at the
A new research center focused on advancing waterfowl and wetlands studies has been established at the University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM). The Snowden Waterfowl Center of Excellence and the Dyke-Snowden Endowed Chair of Waterfowl and Wetlands
A Pulaski County judge said Wednesday she plans to issue a fast ruling in a lawsuit seeking to move up the special election for Senate District 26. The case, filed last week by attorney Jennifer Waymack
The Mountain Home Lady Bomber volleyball team will hit the road for the final time in the regular season on Thursday. Mountain Home will take on the Searcy Lions at the new state-of-the-art Lion Arena in Searcy.
The Mountain Home Junior High Bomber Football teams will compete in front of the home crowd on Thursday. The Bombers will welcome the Blue Imps of West Memphis West to town for a NEA conference matchup. Kick-off
The Kansas City Chiefs will finally get a look at their full offensive arsenal when wide receiver Rashee Rice joins Xavier Worthy and Marquise Brown on the field for Sunday’s game against the Las Vegas Raiders. Rice
Eric Payne has announced his candidacy for Baxter County Judge. Payne, a lifelong resident of the Lone Rock area and current Justice of the Peace for District 11 covering the county’s southern portion, tells KTLO News he
A fire erupted behind the Sonic Drive-In restaurant in Mountain Home Wednesday afternoon, damaging a storage area and a nearby parked vehicle. According to a report from the Mountain Home Fire Department, crews were dispatched around 3:18
A man who told police that he poured charcoal lighter fluid on his body and lit himself on fire has been found not fit to proceed following a psychological examination, it was announced in Baxter County Circuit
An accident in Ozark County Monday morning sent a West Plains woman to a Springfield hospital. The 74-year-old woman sustained suspected serious injuries and was flown from the scene by Air Evac.The Missouri State Highway Patrol does
Brian Ades has announced his candidacy for Justice of the Peace in District 7. He is seeking the Republican nomination in the 2026 primary election. Ades cites his background in public service and long-standing ties to the
The Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration is warning residents about a new scam text circulating across the state that falsely claims to be from the department. The message suggests the department is attempting to deposit a
Residents across Baxter County are encouraged to join millions worldwide Thursday morning for the annual International ShakeOut Day, a global earthquake preparedness drill. The event begins at 10:16 on Thursday when participants will “Drop, Cover, and Hold
The Mountain Home City Council will hold its regular meeting Thursday at 5 in the council chambers of the municipal building located at 720 Hickory Street. Items on the agenda include an ordinance amending city zoning regulations
The Marion County Budget Committee will meet at 5:30 Thursday evening to discuss and review the 2026 budget. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
The Briarcliff Improvement District will hold an emergency meeting Thursday at 5 at the temporary City Hall located at 945 Scenic Drive. The meeting is open to the public. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
The Cotter Board of Education will hold a training session from 5:30 to 7 on Thursday followed by its regular meeting at 7. Agenda items include financial reports, an academic report, the district’s equity compliance record, the
The Yellville-Summit School Board of Education will meet for regular session Thursday at 5:30 in the Administration Building. Items on the agenda include approval of minutes from the Sept. 8 regular meeting and Sept. 23 and 25
Emu spotted Wednesday morning on Rodeo Dr. near Hackler Elementary in Mountain Home. Social media feeds have been buzzing locally the last couple days with the sighting of emu birds on the loose in Baxter County and
Deputies from the Lonoke County Sheriff’s Office responded to an animal welfare call on Highway 89, just west of Catfish Road, where they discovered 65-year-old Keith Reed, of Jacksonville, posing as a reserve deputy. Reed, who
Several fights broke out Monday night at the Arkansas State Fair, resulting in 17 people facing charges, authorities said. Corporal Trey Keller of the Arkansas State Police said the incidents were quickly handled by officers from
Photo credit: Karissa Zurcher The Cotter Senior Girls’ Volleyball team is headed to the District Tournament Championship after defeating Izard County in semifinal action Tuesday night. The Lady Warriors will meet Cedar Ridge in Thursday’s championship match.
The Mountain Home Lady Bombers traveled to Jonesboro to attempt to complete a season sweep of the Valley View Blazers on Tuesday. The Lady Bombers were defeated in 4 sets by the score of 3 sets to
The Mountain Home Junior Bomber and Junior Varsity cross country teams turned in strong performances at the Salem Invitational. In team competition, the High School Boys finished second with 33 points, trailing only Batesville’s 22. The Junior
An Ozark county man who was storing guns for a friend is facing 20 charges after he denied still having the guns but a deputy found them during a search of his property. Dustin Kyle Wallace of
A 6-year-old girl from Yellville was injured in a two-vehicle accident in Missouri Monday afternoon. The girl was a passenger in a vehicle driven by a 35-year-old man from Yellville.The girl was transported by ambulance to Mercy
A man charged with simultaneous possession of drugs and weapons is set to accept a negotiated plea during a session of Baxter County Circuit Court/Criminal Division Monday, October 20. Forty-four-year-old Jerry Strauss had earlier pled not guilty
The Mountain Home School Board of Education met Tuesday evening for its regular October session. The meeting included reports on academics, finances, technology, and facilities, along with several action items that were approved unanimously.In the facilities update,
Tom Canta of the Buford area announced Monday that he is seeking election to the Baxter County Quorum Court as Justice of the Peace for District 11. He is running as a Republican. KTLO News spoke with
Wednesday marks the final day for Baxter County property owners to pay their 2024 property taxes before penalties take effect. Payments not received or postmarked by the end of the day will incur a 10 percent penalty
Baxter Health announced Monday that Victoria Belopolsky, MD, has joined its medical staff as a board-certified cardiac anesthesiologist. Dr. Belopolsky brings more than two decades of experience in cardiovascular and thoracic anesthesiology, transplant anesthesia, and perioperative care.
The Marion County Library will hold a special meeting on Wednesday at 3 at the Marion County Library. The agenda includes a public comment period and a discussion of the proposed 2026 library budget. The meeting is
The Disabled American Veterans Auxiliary, Twin Lakes Unit 30, will meet Wednesday at 1 at the Heinz-Willett Wellness Center at Lake Forest Senior Living, formerly Good Samaritan, located at 300 Good Samaritan Drive in Mountain Home. Anyone
A special council meeting Monday evening for the City of Flippin ended with no change in the city’s millage rate. The tax rate will remain at 2.2 mills – a rate that has not changed since 1999
After an NCAA Sweet 16 appearance last season, Arkansas is ranked 14th in the 2025-26 preseason AP poll, it was announced today. The Razorbacks are the third-highest rated SEC team behind #3 Florida and #9 Kentucky. Other
Razorbacks Karter Knox and D.J. Wagner were voted to the preseason All-SEC third team, and Arkansas was predicted to finish fifth in the preseason poll as voted on by the SEC media, the league announced today. Knox,
The Briarcliff Improvement district will hold an emergency meeting at 2:45 on today at the Briarcliff City Hall located at 945 Scenic Dr. The meeting is open to the public but no public comments will be taken.
The ASUMH TrailBlazers wrapped up a weekend of baseball at Dickey-Stephens Park in the Natural State Showcase, splitting a pair of games on Saturday. The day started with a tough 5-3 loss to SAU Tech, despite ASUMH
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is transferring $300 million to the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) to keep the program running through October as a government shutdown drags on. The move
The Mountain Home Lady Bomber Softball team is holding its 13th Annual Holiday Smoked Meat Sale, with orders open through Nov. 13. The team is partnering with Holy Smokes BBQ & Catering to offer smoked meats, individually
The Cotter Lady Warriors will face the Izard County Cougars in the Class 2A-2 district volleyball tournament on Tuesday at 5, after earning a first-round bye as undefeated conference champions. On the other side of the bracket,
With Halloween just around the corner, Arkansas Tobacco Control is urging parents to be on the lookout for candy-like products containing THC that could be dangerous if accidentally eaten by children. The state first moved to ban
It was a rough night for the Mountain Home Lady Bombers in the Battle of the Border. Mountain Home’s varsity squad would drop the non-conference matchup 3 sets to 1. Set was was all West Plains as
The Mountain Home Seventh Grade Bombers wrapped up their season Tuesday night, falling to Batesville 14-0 for the second time this year. Despite the loss, the Bombers showed plenty of grit and determination. Mountain Home moved the
The Mountain Home Lady Bomber volleyball team will hit the road on Tuesday to continue the 5A-east season. The Lady Bombers will take on Valley View. In the previous meeting Mountain Home defeated the Blazers in 5
The Arkansas Sports Media High School Football Poll is compiled weekly during the season with votes from sports media members across the state. Voters rank teams based on performance, strength of schedule and overall results. The list
Additional charges have been filed against two people already facing allegations of leaving a teen left locked in a bathroom naked and unfed in Baxter County. 41-year-old Daniel Alan Wright and 42-year-old Jaclyn Barnett now each face
A local business owner and lifelong Baxter County resident has announced his candidacy for Justice of the Peace, District 9 on the Baxter County Quorum Court. Jim Baker, who has operated a business in Baxter County for
A man listing a Covina, California address charged with participating in a scam to cheat an 86-year-old Mountain Home woman out of thousands of dollars appeared during a session of Baxter County Circuit Court/Criminal Division on October
An Ozark County man has been cited for killing a black bear, baiting deer and trapping without a permit. Curtis Hastings of Udall was cited earlier this month by an agent with the Missouri Department of Conservation
Acclaimed author Anne Keene will visit Arkansas State University-Mountain Home on Tuesday evening at 7 as part of the Terre Ware Author Lecture Series. The event will take place in the Vada Sheid Community Development Center and
The Mountain Home School Board will hold its regular meeting Tuesday at 6 in the Administration Building Board Room. Reports on academics, finances, enrollment, student transfers, facilities, and technology are on the agenda. The Mountain Home High
The Marion County Quorum Court will meet Tuesday at 5:30 in the courtroom of the Marion County Courthouse. The agenda includes quarterly reports from the treasurer and the planning commission, along with updates from several committees including
The Norfork City Council will hold a workshop Tuesday evening at 6:30 at City Hall. Items on the agenda include consideration of two ordinances, one proposing a water rate increase and another for a sewer rate increase.
The Flippin City Council is holding a special meeting Monday evening at 5 to talk about the City Millage Tax Rate. City officials say the meeting is open to the public and will be held at City
The Mountain Home Bombers’ junior varsity football game scheduled for tonight has been canceled. The Mountain Home 7th grade team will still take the field against Batesville Monday evening at Bomber Stadium. Kickoff is set for 5:30.
The Cotter Lady Warriors junior high volleyball team capped off an incredible season with an undefeated record and a conference championship.In the district semifinals, the Lady Warriors defeated Marshall 25-13, 25-13. Bailey Ivens led with 13 kills
Dozens of Arkansas municipalities will continue to go without certain monthly state funds because they haven’t submitted required audits of their water and sewer systems. The Legislative Joint Auditing Committee on Friday rejected a proposal to
The Mountain Home Bomber boys tennis team, along with Mary Charles McConnell, Devon Sussman, and Kiana Talbot, will compete in the class 5A state tournament on Monday. The tournament will last two days. Action from Searcy begins
The Mountain Home Lady Bombers will step out of conference play on Monday and welcome the West Plains Zizzers to town for the volleyball edition of the “Battle of the Border.” 7th, 8th, 9th, JV, and Varsity
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is taking a major step forward in its athletics program. The Trojans have officially accepted an invitation to join the United Athletic Conference, beginning July 1, 2026. The move was
Patrick Mahomes threw for 257 yards and three touchdowns, added a rushing score, and guided the Kansas City Chiefs to a 30-17 victory over the Detroit Lions on Sunday night, snapping Detroit’s four-game winning streak and evening
It was a nail-biter Sunday as the Dallas Cowboys came up just short against the Carolina Panthers, dropping a 30-27 decision at Bank of America Stadium. The story of the game was former Cowboy Rico Dowdle, who
A man arrested after reportedly being overheard saying he had a gun and making verbal threats at the Baxter County Department of Human Services office made an appearance in circuit court October 6. Thirty-four-year-old DeMarkus Brown earlier
The Baxter Health Mobile Mammography Unit (MMU) continues to save lives across North Central Arkansas by bringing breast cancer screenings directly to women who might otherwise go without.Since launching in 2001, the mobile unit has delivered state-of-the-art
As political season approaches, Gassville Mayor Jeff Braim is reminding residents and candidates to follow the city’s rules regarding outdoor advertising and political signs. Braim says the city’s sign ordinance, enacted in 2004, limits when political signs
The Calico Rock Museum is launching a new Community Engagement Program designed to bring classes, seminars, and hands-on workshops to the local community. The program aims to teach practical life skills and traditional crafts and is part
The Salesville City Council will meet Monday evening at 6. The agenda includes reports from several departments, including the treasurer, fire, street, sewer, and planning and zoning departments, along with the mayor’s report. Under unfinished business, the
The Norfork School Board of Education will meet Monday evening at 6 in the district’s board room. The agenda will include approval of previous meeting minutes, consideration of financial reports and bills, and reports from Elementary Principal
The Mountain Home Planning Commission will meet Monday afternoon at 1 at City Hall. City Hall is located at 720 Hickory St. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
The Kansas City Chiefs will try to get back on track Sunday when they host the surging Detroit Lions in a Week 6 showdown at Arrowhead Stadium. The Chiefs (23) have lost two straight, including a 27-24
It’s a full week of competition for Mountain Home High School athletes as fall sports enter the heart of their seasons. The Bombers’ tennis team will compete in the 5A State Tournament in Searcy on Monday and
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – The University of Arkansas Fayetteville has begun installing hundreds of donated Ten Commandments posters in its buildings to comply with a new state law. Act 573 of 2025 requires public schools, colleges, and taxpayer-funded
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) DeSean Bishop ran for a career-high 146 yards and a touchdown to lead No. 12 Tennessee to a 34-31 victory over Arkansas on Saturday in the Razorbacks’ first game since coach Sam Pittman
The appeal filed by a Baxter County man sentenced to 120 years in prison after being found guilty of three counts of rape in 2023 has been denied by the Arkansas Court of Appeals.In the court’s ruling
A woman who said she was having serious money problems and applied for credit cards and a personal loan using her son’s information appeared in Baxter County Circuit Court/Criminal Division Monday. Fifty-six-year-old Lisa Renee Sherrill who formerly
Baxter Health is proud to welcome Joel McMasters, MD, to its medical staff as a board-certified anesthesiologist. Dr. McMasters brings more than 25 years of clinical and military anesthesiology experience to the team, including roles in academic,
Arrie Goforth Elementary School in Norfork is among ten schools across Arkansas chosen to participate in the 2025 Shade Trees on Playgrounds (STOP) program, offered by the Arkansas Department of Agriculture. The program gives students hands-on experience
As the leaves change and hunters head into the woods, Arkansas lakes can feel a little quieter this time of year. But even with fewer boats on the water, aquatic nuisance species remain a serious threat. These
COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) Ty Simpson threw for 200 yards and three touchdowns, including the clincher on fourth down to Daniel Hill with 3:16 to go, and eighth-ranked Alabama held off No. 14 Missouri 27-24 on Saturday
Dozens of Arkansas municipalities will continue to go without certain monthly allotments of state funds because they haven’t yet filed required audits of their water and sewer systems. After a two-hour debate Friday, Arkansas lawmakers on the
A special election to fill an Arkansas House seat left vacant by a lawmaker’s resignation will be held June 9, Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders declared Friday.Rep. Carlton Wing, a North Little Rock Republican, resigned on Sept. 30
The Marshall Bobcats moved to 4-2 on the season after putting up big numbers at home, taking down Rose Bud 64-34. In Class 5A action, the Harrison Goblins got back above .500, rolling past Clarksville 55-16 to
From Mountain Home High School to the NCAA Final Four, and now a championship-winning coach, Carrie Satterfield-Eoff has left an indelible mark on the game of basketball. Her journey, built on hard work, leadership, and a passion
The Arkansas Razorbacks are back in action this Saturday, set to face off against the Tennessee Volunteers in a key SEC matchup. The Hogs head into the contest under new leadership on the defensive side of the
Photo Credit-Austin Arford The Central Arkansas Bears are on the road this Saturday, traveling to Florence, Alabama, for a United Athletic Conference showdown with the North Alabama Lions. Kickoff is set for 3 p.m., and the game
The Missouri Tigers are gearing up for their biggest challenge of the season as they travel to Tuscaloosa to take on the No. 8 Alabama Crimson Tide in a marquee SEC showdown Saturday. Kickoff is set for
A man who attacked and seriously injured his 80-year-old father in mid-September appeared in Baxter County Circuit Court/Criminal Division Monday. Nathan Marion Franks is charged with 2nd degree domestic battery. The victim was also in court Monday
Mountain Home High School named its 2025 homecoming royalty before Friday night’s football game.Senior Olivia McCoy was crowned as the homecoming queen. Senior Jeb Cullipher was named the homecoming king. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
The 4th annual Breast Cancer Awareness Poker Run is set for Saturday beginning at 10. Entry is $15 per hand, with extra cards available for $5 each. The event will also feature pool and cornhole tournaments, with
Serenity Inc. has appointed a new Executive Director to steer their efforts in providing shelter and outreach services to victim’s of domestic violence. Tracy Hatfield has been promoted from her previous position with the organization for this
Sue Roller Jenkins died Thursday in Little Rock, and many people in Mountain Home and the Twin Lakes Area are remembering her for her kindness and giving spirit from when she lived here. Jenkins is the daughter
Two Boone County men are among the latest additions to the sheriff’s office Most Wanted list. Shawn Robert English of Harrison is wanted on a bench warrant for theft of property. English is described as a white
Arvest Bank has announced that Mountain Home native Cole Barrow has joined the bank’s North Arkansas market as a commercial banker and vice president. Barrow will focus on growing and fostering commercial banking relationships in the area.
The Mountain Home Bomber football team got back to their winning ways on homecoming Friday, shutting out Russellville 43-0.The night began with Jeb Cullipher and Olivia McCoy being named MHHS homecoming king and queen. Mountain Home and
Janet Wood, the former head coach of the Mountain Home Lady Bombers, will be inducted into the Southern Arkansas University Athletic Hall of Fame Saturday for the second time. Wood was inducted as an individual for her
A motorist struck and killed a mountain lion on Arkansas Highway 84 near Exit 91 of Interstate 30 around 10 p.m. Wednesday. The healthy male cat, measuring 83 inches from nose to tail and weighing about 160
An active investigation is underway at the Marion County Sheriff’s office to determine if a tray of fresh chicken may have been used to sneak methamphetamine into the county jail. Thirty-three-year-old Leigh Blackmon, who is facing charges
The Mountain Home Bomber football team will look to bounce back from their 55-41 loss at the hands of the Shiloh Christian Saints. Mountain Home comes into this game with a record of 4-1 and a conference
It’s another full Friday night of high school football across North Central Arkansas and southern Missouri as teams head into the heart of conference play. In Class 3A action, Yellville-Summit is still looking for its first win
The 2007 Mountain Home High School boys tennis team, a group that made history with their record-breaking season, will be formally inducted into the Mountain Home Athletic Hall of Honor this Saturday at 1.Thanks to the hard
The Mountain Home Bomber Tennis teams excelled at the 5A-east conference tournament over the last 2 days. The day began with the Lady Bomber doubles pairing of Kiana Talbot/Devon Sussman making it all the way to the
A group of legislators heard Wednesday that no one has been fired or disciplined at the Arkansas Department of Human Service (DHS) for failing to protect a Mountain Home teen who was kept locked in a bathroom
Two more people accused of being “money mules” were scheduled to appear during a session of Baxter County Circuit Court/Criminal Division Monday but arraignment was waived for both and the court was asked to enter not guilty
Tonya Eppes announced her candidacy for reelection as Marion County Assessor. Eppes, who has held the office since 2017, highlighted her efforts to modernize operations and update information across the county’s property system. She said her office
Following a bear attack in Newton County last week that killed a man from Springfield, the Chief of Communications for the Arkansas Game & Fish Commission is offering bear safety tips for those who are camping or
The VFW and Auxiliary Post 9777 will host a Community Fun Day and Family Freedom Festival on Saturday from 10 to 2 at 105 Veterans Way in Salem. The event aims to give back to the community
Four area communities are among the recipients of state funding through the Arkansas Department of Transportation’s 2025 Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP). The City of Cotter will receive $105,000 for improvements to sidewalks at Big Spring Park, while
The Arkansas State Police is investigating a single-vehicle crash that claimed three lives late Wednesday night in Clay County. Around 10:30 p.m. on October 8, 2025, Troopers responded to a report of a one-vehicle wreck on State
Yousef Obeid’s 25-yard field goal with 4:19 remaining lifted Missouri State to a 2220 victory over Middle Tennessee on Wednesday night, securing the Bears’ first-ever Conference USA win. The Bears’ defense sealed the deal on the
The Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) is proposing new passing lanes on Highway 62 around Pyatt, between the communities of Harmon and Snow and between Snow and George’s Creek in Boone and Marion counties. The project would
photo credit: Dorothy Gore Firefighters battled an early morning blaze Thursday that destroyed a home on Buford Road just outside Mountain Home. According to the Mountain Home Fire Department, crews were dispatched at approximately 6:02 a.m. to
Arkansas State University-Mountain Home Athletic Director Landon Hay announced the hiring of Jacob Clary as the new Head Softball Coach for the TrailBlazers. Clary will also serve as an assistant recruiter for the campus and as Associate
Arkansas State University is less than a year away from opening the first public College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) in Arkansas, and the ninth college on campus. A topping-off ceremony is scheduled for 11 a.m. Monday, Oct.
Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe has ordered U.S. and state flags to be flown at half-staff on Saturday, October 11, 2025, from sunrise to sunset, in honor of U.S. Army Chief Warrant Officer Three Andrew “Drew” Gunnison Cully.
Arkansas farmers are expected to lose hundreds of dollars per acre on their principal crops this year, according to a new analysis by the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture. The report, “State of the Arkansas
Arkansas men’s basketball has finalized its full 2025-26 schedule, including tip times, TV designations, and SEC midweek dates.The season tips off with the Razorback Tip-Off Scrimmage on Sunday, Oct. 12, at Bank OZK Arena in Hot Springs.
John Wells will be honored this Saturday when he is inducted into the Mountain Home Athletic Hall of Honor. The banquet, beginning at 1:00, will recognize Wells’ achievements as a standout athlete and his lasting contributions to
Mountain Home’s boys golf club finished off their season on Wednesday. The Bomber boys made the trip down to Pine Bluff Country Club for the class 5A state tournament in Pine Bluff and came home in 7th.
The Mountain Home Bombers football program received a special visit last week from members of the Arkansas Diamonds, an arena football team based in Hot Springs.Members of the Diamonds made the trip to Bomber Stadium on Thursday
A Boone County man is facing multiple charges following a wild high speed pursuit last month that nearly led to a head-on collision, went near Goblin Drive during the morning rush hour and caused a police cruiser
A Mountain Home man charged with negligent homicide after a motorcycle he was driving while under the influence crashed killing a female passenger was set to take a plea in his case October 6 but the attorney
Gregory Company has been named the 2025 recipient of the Community Partner Award, an honor recognizing businesses and individuals whose generous support and partnership have strengthened Mountain Home Public Schools. The company was selected for its ongoing
The 79th Annual Turkey Trot Festival returns to Yellville this Friday and Saturday, presented by the Mid-Marion County Rotary Club. This year’s theme is “License to Gobble.” Friday day kicks off early with the American Legion’s All-American
The Baxter County Sheriff’s Office will host a firearms qualification shoot for retired law enforcement officers on Friday, October 24, 2025, starting at 8:30 that morning. The event will take place at the new Sheriff’s firing range
At the request of the Garland County Sheriff’s Office, the Arkansas State Police (ASP) Criminal Investigation Division (CID) is investigating an officer-involved shooting that resulted in the death of a Hot Springs man. On Tuesday, October 7,
Cotter’s volleyball teams capped off a perfect conference season, winning both matches this week and claiming conference championships for Junior and Senior High. Remarkably, neither team has lost a single set all season. The Lady Warriors
