The Gassville City Council met Tuesday evening in a meeting that lasted just around 40 minutes. A new pumper truck for the fire department was discussed although council members Earnest Adkins and Naomi Lassen were absent. Mayor
After the recent announcement of Viola School District’s partnership with SchoolEats, KTLO News spoke with Superintendent Kyle McCarn who discussed more of the benefits it will bring and how it came about. McCarn says the need for
The Alley White American Legion Post 52 is hosting the annual Memorial Day Commemoration sponsored by the North Central Arkansas Veterans Council at First Security Bank Veterans Plaza 2000. The event will be held on the morning
The Viola School Board will meet in regular session Wednesday evening at 6 in the Viola High School Family and Consumer Science room (room 2002). WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
The Norfork School Board is asking for input from the community about the four candidates who have applied for the open position on the board. The opening was created earlier this month by the resignation of Chad
ASU-Mountain Home (ASUMH) has named Landon Hay as the new head baseball coach and athletic director. Hay, a native of Lawrence Kansas, has been coaching college baseball since 2017. He began his coaching career at Missouri Southern
Arkansas Public Policy Panel Executive Director Bill Kopsky discusses a proposed constitutional amendment to preserve direct democracy in Arkansas during a press conference at the state Capitol on May 19, 2025. Kopsky’s organization is a member of
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders, along with the Arkansas Economic Development Commission, today announced the Community Assistance Grant Program to fill funding gaps for projects that reduce poverty, promote self-sufficiency, and revitalize communities. The Governor is also seeking
Storm damage in the Greenland area Monday evening (KNWA TV) A strong line of storms moved into Arkansas from Oklahoma Monday evening fueling tornadoes in the North Western portion of the the state and bring heavy rain,
Tanner Hoskinds, Athletic Director at Calico Rock High School, has been name Alumni of the Year at Ozarka College. Hoskinds currently serves as head basketball and softball coach and leads his school’s athletic programs with a focus
Sonny Gray struck out 10 and threw six scoreless innings while Brendan Donovan had three hits Monday night, leading the St. Louis Cardinals to an 11-4 rain-delayed victory over the Detroit Tigers. Despite the loss, the Tigers
One of two people arrested for manipulating the self-service checkout system at Walmart and leaving the store with unpaid for merchandise appeared in Baxter County Circuit Court May 12. Forty-eight-year-old Shane Christiansen of Mountain Home and Natalie
An Izard County man is facing eight felony sex charges, two of them rape, after being arrested for an incident involving an underage female. Twenty-year-old James Bennett Powell of Melbourne was arrested early Friday morning. Rape is
The symbol of the Baker District is complete as an official ribbon cutting for the new mural was held Monday morning. Russel Tucker, President of the Baker District Merchant’s Association, says the mural is designed to draw
State Representative Jason Nazarenko during State of Breakfast Many area leaders met Monday morning at the State of Economic Development Breakfast to discuss economic development in Mountain Home with a focus on how things are progressing and
It was announced last week Mountain Home’s Pinkston Middle School has been designated as an Arkansas Diamond School to Watch for 2025. The state designation puts Pinkston in the running for national designations as well. Justin Smith
Local Arkansas hunters show off their harvest. Photo courtesy of AGFC Turkey hunters across north central Arkansas and south central Missouri enjoyed one of the most successful spring seasons in recent memory, as harvest totals surged in
Viola Elementary School has announced the Honor Roll list for students achieving all As and As and Bs for the 4th quarter and the semester. All A students for the 4th quarter include Clara Cotter, Wesley Hoke,
The Norfork City Council will meet Tuesday evening at 6:30 at Norfork City Hall. The agenda will include discussion of an ordinance as well as and update for the city parking lot, the city sign and a
The Lakeview City Council will hold a regular meeting Tuesday night at 7 at the Lloyd Travis Municipal Center. The agenda includes the State Street Aid Program, Dogwood Lane-Sinkhole and Baxter County Sirens. In new business, the
The Baxter County Airport Advisory will hold a board meeting Tuesday morning at 10 at the Airport. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
The traffic light at Highway 62B, Highway 5 North and 1st street is in standby mode and is flashing red at all sides Tuesday morning in Mountain Home. The light was first observed in standby at 10:30
The Twin Lakes area is placed under a flood watch Monday leading into 10 Tuesday as we prepare for the potential for severe weather overnight. KTLO, Classic Hits and The Boot News spoke with National Weather Service
The Marion County Election Commission meeting to certify election results originally scheduled for Monday night at 6 has been canceled due to pending weather. The meeting will be rescheduled at a later date. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
On Saturday, May 17, 2025, around 5 p.m., witnesses say Tyler McWaters, 28, of Traskwood, entered the Dollar General store in Glen Rose, armed with a rifle, stole merchandise, and fled the scene on a tractor. Hot
On April 30, 2025, the Craighead County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) reported three significant property thefts in northern Craighead County. The stolen items included a 16-foot utility trailer, a side-by-side utility vehicle (UTV), and two zero-turn mowers, with
Behind a single-game NCAA Tournament program record 12 runs and 14 hits in addition to a complete-game shutout from Robyn Herron, the No. 3/4 Arkansas Razorbacks run-ruled No. 23/24 Oklahoma State, 12-0 (6 inn.) to clinch their
Drew Waters led off the seventh inning with a pinch-hit triple, Maikel Garcia drove him in with a single and the Kansas City Royals snapped a four-game skid and avoided a series sweep with a 2-1 victory
A man arrested in early July 2022 after police discovered him trespassing in a building in Mountain Home and in possession of methamphetamine and a smoking pipe was back in Baxter County Circuit Court May 12 after
The National Weather Service is warning residents across North Central Arkansas to prepare for the possibility of severe storms and heavy rainfall beginning late Monday afternoon and continuing into Tuesday morning. A line of strong thunderstorms is
Mr. Thomas and Mrs. Wilhite cut the ribbon on the new wing Rain showers couldn’t dampen the sunny smiles of the crowd gathered Sunday afternoon for the official dedication of the Thomas-Wilhite Wing at the Cotter School
Three newly elected members of the Mountain Home Public Schools Board of Education will be sworn in at 10 on Monday morning, during a brief ceremony at the district’s central office. County Clerk Canda Reese will administer
The Alley White American Legion Post 52 is hosting the annual Memorial Day Commemoration sponsored by the North Central Arkansas Veterans Council at First Security Bank Veterans Plaza 2000. The event will be held on the morning
Lower rates of seatbelt usage in the Arkansas has been a cause of concern for law enforcement. In order to raise awareness and enforcement, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the Arkansas Highway Safety Office (AHSO)
The Izard County School Livestock Team earned top honors at the Fulton County Livestock Show in Salem over the weekend, with several team members taking home championship titles across multiple categories. Hazel Burns was named Champion PeeWee
The Yellville-Summit Board of Education will meet Monday evening at 5:30 in the Administrative Building. The agenda includes Proposals for school choice transfers, the 2025-26 school improvement plans, the 2025-26 family and community engagement plans, staff bonus,
Outdated special education and 504 records prior to June 2019 from the Mountain Home School District are slated to be destroyed July 5. students who were served in special education programs, 504 or parents and guardians of
The Lady Hounds of Salem finished their season on Saturday after a loss of 7-2 to Harding Academy in the semi final round of the 2025 Centennial Bank Sate 3A softball tournament at Greenland. Salem ends the
The League of Women Voters of Arkansas is challenging new state laws affecting the ballot initiative process, and the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Arkansas is seeking to join the legal fight. The ACLU, representing advocacy
This time last year, Courtney Day didn’t know if she would play college softball again. One year later, Day, the Arkansas softball team’s steady utility player, delivered one of the biggest hits in program history. Day hit
A dredge works on the Denali waste lagoon in Van Buren. (Photo obtained from Arkansas Division of Environmental Quality files) Russellville-based Denali announced Friday that it will stop depositing waste from chicken processing facilities in its Van
An area man has been arrested after trying to flee from a deputy on a four wheeler. Forty-seven-year-old Benjamin Thomas Cornelius of St. Joe is facing four charges for the incident. According to Searcy County Sheriff Kenny
John Allen (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) One of two people arrested after drugs and drug paraphernalia were located during a compliance visit to a home along Cranfield Road in early February last year appeared
Izard County qualifies for FEMA assistance following March strong storms Residents in North Central Arkansas impacted by the March 14-15 storms and tornadoes can now apply for federal disaster assistance although some local counties where not included.
Jordan Walker homered and Miles Mikolas pitched six sharp innings to lead the surging St. Louis Cardinals past the Kansas City Royals 1-0 on Saturday night. Mikolas (3-2) allowed two hits with four strikeouts and two walks
As many in the Ozarks begin to get their gardens ready for summer they may notice a slow moving threat also excited to see the return of growing vegetables. Garden slugs love to get their fill on
The Arvest Foundation recently announced a $5,000 grant to support Special Olympics Arkansas’ activities in Area 2, which covers Baxter, Boone, Marion, Carroll, Newton and Searcy counties. Arvest Bank associates joined David McBee, sales manager for Arvest
A suspect is in custody in connection with the theft of mail over the last 3-4 weeks in Marion County. Sheriff Gregg Alexander says the suspect is in custody in Baxter County pending the filing of formal
Photo Credit – AP NEWS At least seven people died and authorities were searching from building to building for people who were trapped or hurt after severe storms including at least one possible tornado swept through Missouri.
The Cotter School Board of Education had an eventful meeting which lasted nearly three hours Thursday as they approved many agenda items. The board unanimously approved the 2025-26 certified personnel salary schedule which included the addition of
Viola Schools recently announced a partnership which will help its cafeteria offer improved menus and services. Starting in the 2025-26 school year, SchoolEats will step in to help build programs which will prioritize student choice and increase
Cave City following tornado on March 14. A continuing shift in severe weather from the plains and the traditional ‘Tornado Alley’ to ‘Dixie Alley’ is seeing local auto and home owners facing increasing premiums as insurance providers
Baxter Health was recently awarded The Silver Award from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services in recognition of the hospitals’ commitment to promoting the cause of organ donation. In 2024, Baxter Health joined in a
Every year, the Social Security Administration charts the most popular baby names across the country and per state. The top five boys’ names for Arkansas in 2024 were Liam, Oliver, Noah, Elijah and Asher and the top
Behind a no-hitter from freshman Payton Burnham and a career-high five RBI from junior Kailey Wyckoff, the No. 3/4 Arkansas Razorbacks defeated Saint Louis, 10-0 (5 inn.) in the Hogs’ NCAA Regional opener on Friday night at
The 20-3 Salem Lady Greyhounds softball team had a dominating performance as they bested Genoa Central Friday night in the second round and game 10 of the 2025 Centennial Bank State 3A Softball Tournament at Greenland. The
No. 8 Arkansas (42-12, 19-10) rocked No. 17 Tennessee (41-14, 16-13 SEC) and ace Liam Doyle, the likely SEC Pitcher of the Year, for eight runs to even the series with an 8-6 win Friday night at
Ivan Herrera had three hits and four RBIs, Andre Pallante allowed two runs in seven innings, and the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Kansas City Royals 10-3 on Friday night. Willson Contreras doubled twice and drove in
On Friday, May 16, 2025, at approximately 6:30 a.m., Arkansas State Police (ASP) received a report of a reckless driver near the 7-mile marker eastbound on Interstate 40 near Van Buren. Troopers suspected this vehicle was connected
During an executive session at the Mountain Home Public Schools Board of Education, the Mountain Home Bombers welcomed their new Junior Boys Basketball Head Coach, Cody Matheny. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
A pair of Arkansas State track and field athletes received honors in the Sun Belt Conference’s outdoor track and field honors, announced Thursday. After capturing a pair of distance gold medals at the Sun Belt Conference Outdoor
LITTLE ROCK Houston Gregory, a convicted murderer with a violent criminal history, was sentenced to twenty years’ imprisonment to run consecutive for his role in the attempted kidnapping of a retired law enforcement officer’s family member.
Members of the Arkansas Board of Corrections attend a meeting at the North Little Rock headquarters on Feb. 12, 2025. Left to right: Lona McCastlain, William “Dubs” Byers, Chairman Benny Magness, Lee Watson, Brandon Tollett, Grant Hodges.
Pregnant Arkansas women living in rural areas will face even greater challenges obtaining obstetric care if Congress approves proposed cuts in Medicaid, according to health policy experts who discussed a new report Thursday. Arkansas as a whole
The widow of the Little Rock airport director killed in a law enforcement raid last year filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives Thursday. Attorneys for Maria “Maer” Malinowski, including
Fort Smith-area residents and officials listen to comments during a May 15 public hearing on a Denali land application permit renewal in Alma, Arkansas. (Ainsley Platt/Arkansas Advocate) ALMA, Ark. – Dozens of people attended a public hearing
An enhanced risk of severe storms is possible for Friday according to the latest release from the National Weather Service (NWS) in North Little Rock. As of Friday morning storms are expected to impact the Twin Lakes
An Ozark County man with 14 previous arrests on his record in Missouri is behind bars again, this time for using a drone to stalk the children of a law enforcement officer who previously arrested him. Fifty-year-old
Tyler Yount (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) One of three men charged with involvement in an attempted theft of drugs from a Mountain Home residence during which an occupant was shot pled guilty to charges
In Thursday evening’s meeting which took just over an hour, the Mountain Home Public Schools Board of Education announced the hiring of new staff, approved many requests and honored students and faculty. The district welcomed Cody Matheny
Most of Thursday evening’s Mountain Home City Council meeting was spent discussing bathrooms being built at the Saddle Club Arena. That was one of four items on the agenda the council took just under half an hour
The Mountain Home softball team ended their season Thursday evening with a loss in the opening bid of the Class 5A State Tournament. The Lady Bombers were unable to to best Benton falling in a final score
A member of the Mountain Home High School girls’ track team will be taking her talent to the collegiate level next year. Senior Ali Czanstkowski signed a national letter of intent to join the track program at
The St. Louis Cardinals will begin a 3 game series against the Kansas City Royals in their first meeting this season Friday evening. The Cardinals head in on a high note as Masyn Winn had four hits
The big day for the graduating class of Mountain Home is set for Friday with 271 students gearing up to get their diplomas and take the next step in their lives. College Career Coach Jodi Hill says
The Mountain Home American Legion baseball program is preparing for another season. Tryouts are scheduled for Saturday at noon, rain or shine, at Lester White Field at Cooper Park. Those looking to participate will need to bring
The Cotter School District will dedicate their new building addition to the high school Sunday afternoon at 3:00. The building was completed a few months ago and will be put to use starting in the fall. It
The Twin Lakes Literacy Council has recently received a grant from the Dollar General Literacy Foundation for its adult program. It’s the tenth time the local agency has received a grant from Dollar General, but this is
The official cerification of recent school board elections will be held Friday morning according to Baxter County Election Coordinator, Lindsey Roberts. The certification process will start at 10 in the morning at the Baxter County Courthouse located
Boone County residents will have an opportunity this Saturday to clear out some unwanted items. The Boone County Spring Clean-up will take place from 8 to 3 at Methvin Sanitation on Industrial Park Road in Harrison. Accepted
The Silent Struggle 5k Walk/Run, an annual event the Comprehensive Women’s Clinic holds to help support and raise awareness for women experiencing postpartum depression (PPD), kicks off Saturday at Big Spring Park. One in seven women struggle
The Briarcliff Water Recreational Improvement District #1 will meet Friday afternoon at 3 at 945 Scenic Drive. The agenda mainly includes appointing a treasurer within the BID. There are also other vacancies on the board and residents
It was a great showing by the Mountain Home High School boys’ track and field team as they finished third in the team standings and senior Eli Jones won two events, setting new meet records in both,
A Baxter County woman was arrested early Thursday morning after fleeing from a Mountain Home Police Officer at 99 miles-per-hour, crashing her vehicle and fleeing the scene with a tennis racket. Facing four charges for the incident
LITTLE ROCK Trevion Dickson, a multi-convicted felon who again illegally possessed guns and drugs, will spend the next 30 years in federal prison for being a felon in possession of a firearm and possession with intent
Sales tax and bond issues aimed at supporting new county jails passed in Madison County, but failed in Pope County during Tuesday’s special elections. Madison County voters narrowly approved a 1% sales tax to support the maintenance
Water quality rules will be taken up by lawmakers later this summer. (U.S. Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service/Flickr) An update to Arkansas’ surface-water quality rules was pulled from the Legislature’s Joint Public Health Committee’s agenda
Ann Hudson, Carrie Clay and Marcia Norman sort through thousands of petitions inside the Arkansas Public Policy Panel’s Little Rock office on July 2, 2024. (Mary Hennigan/Arkansas Advocate) Two Arkansas ballot question committees on Wednesday filed a
Another member of the Mountain Home High School boys’ basketball team will be continuing his athletic career on the junior college level. Ryder McClain signed a national letter of intent with Eastern Oklahoma State College in Wilburton.
Photo courtesy of Lara Rivera Photography Mountain Home High School Softball High school baseball and softball make up much of the local Thursday schedule as state tournaments get underway in Arkansas. Mountain Home’s softball team will be
Three area high school soccer teams are set to begin their postseason runs on Thursday. Both of Mountain View’s teams will be at Burns Park in North Little Rock for the start of the Class 3A State
A former Mountain Home Bomber soccer player has earned an honor from his fellow coaches in the 6A West. Brett Brewer, the head coach of the Springdale Har-Ber girls’ soccer team, has been named the 6A West
Image courtesy of Harrison Golden Goblins Current Ozark Mountain School District Superintendent Jeff Lewis will take over as the junior high girls basketball coach at Harrison next school year. Lewis says it was an opportunity that he
An inmate in the Baxter County Detention Center has picked up additional charges after he tried to escape when jailers brought his breakfast. Twenty-two-year-old Caide McCoy Curry of Clarkridge has added two felony charges to the previous
A thirty-four-year-old man facing charges stemming from an altercation with jail staff in August last year appeared in Baxter County Circuit Court Monday (May 5). Tyler Michael Oliverio pled guilty to charges of aggravated assault, second degree
The City of Briarcliff has a new mayor following the city council’s regular meeting on Tuesday evening. Robert (Bob) Markham was appointed during the meeting and will serve as mayor for the remainder of the current term
Pioneer Days in Norfork marks its annual return this Friday and promises to provide the familiar festival favorites with new additions. Many events will be held across the city including a 5K run on Saturday, music by
The Mountain Home Saddle Club is kicking off their summer activities Friday night with a Truck and Tractor Pull starting at 7. Sanctioned by WW Productions the pull will feature all the crowd favorites with over 16
The Mountain Home Public Schools Board of Education will meet Thursday evening at 6 in the Central Office Board Room. Prior to the meeting a reception for the school’s 2025 retirees will take place in Dunbar Auditorium
The Mountain Home City Council will meet Thursday evening at 5 in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building. Four items are listed on the agenda with the first being an ordinance to change an area zoned
The Viola School District is partnering with North Arkansas Development Council’s Head Start program in an effort to serve more families in the community and surrounding areas. The Viola Little Longhorn Preschool Program is now planning for
The Cotter Public Schools Board of Education will hold a regular meeting Thursday night at 7. The agenda will include the monthly academic report for May as well as a financial report. The Board will attempt to
Photo courtesy of Gainesville R-V School District The Gainesville High School softball team came up one win short of a state tournament bid on Wednesday. The Lady Bulldogs hosted the championship game of the Class 1, District
St. Louis Cardinals’ Alec Burleson watches after hitting a two-run single against Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Tanner Banks during the fourth inning in the second baseball game of a doubleheader Wednesday in Philadelphia. (Photo courtesy of Associated Press)
The millage proposal by the Ozark Mountain School District was defeated by voters during the school election Tuesday. The district includes schools with campuses at Bruno-Pyatt in Marion County, St. Joe in Searcy County and Western Grove
MORRILTON, Ark. Arkansas State Police (ASP) is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying and locating the individual responsible for shooting a motorcyclist on Interstate 40 in Conway County on Tuesday, May 13, 2025. The shooting incident
The Razorback Foundation is excited to announce the launch of the Razorback Raffle, a charitable initiative conducted to support the University of Arkansas Department of Athletics and its student-athletes. The Razorback Raffle offers fans another exciting way
Feral hogs are descendants of non-native livestock brought to North America during colonization and illegal releases for sport hunting. AGFC photo by Mike Wintroath. Feral hogs have been a growing menace in Arkansas for decades, wreaking havoc
The Baxter County Sheriff’s Office is notifying the public that a registered sex offender has moved to the county after relocating from Sacramento County, California. Seventy-seven-year-old Daniel Sharpe is residing at 2764 Highway 101 North in Gamaliel.
Attorney General Tim Griffin today issued the following statement announcing the arrest of a Conway woman for abuse of a vulnerable person: “On May 9, Meredith Gubanski, 22, of Conway was arrested on charges of Abuse of
David Ballard with his family (Photo courtesy of Yellville-Summit Public Schools) David Ballard has been named the new head coach of the Yellville-Summit High School boys’ basketball program. Ballard kicked off his coaching career interning at Jonesboro
Following a call with Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders, President Donald J. Trump today announced that he will declare a Major Disaster in Arkansas for the state’s March 14-15 storms and tornadoes. Governor Sanders previously submitted a request
The Arkansas State Police (ASP) is partnering with the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), Louisiana State Police, New Mexico State Police, and the Oklahoma Highway Patrol to conduct an enhanced enforcement operation. This initiative will take
Ryder McClain and Laykin Moore with their Mr. and Miss Bomber awards (Photo courtesy of Bomber Basketball) The Mountain Home High School basketball programs held their postseason banquet last week at Big Creek Country Club, and two
The Mountain Home American Legion baseball program is preparing for another season. Tryouts are scheduled for Saturday at noon, rain or shine, at Lester White Field at Cooper Park. Those looking to participate will need to bring
Photo courtesy of Gainesville R-V School District A state tournament bid is on the line for the Gainesville High School softball team. The Lady Bulldogs will be back in front of the home crowd on Wednesday as
Photo courtesy of Gainesville R-V School District A few area high school softball teams continued district play in Missouri on Tuesday. The semifinals of the Class 1, District 4 Tournament were held at Gainesville. Bakersfield watched its
Terry Shumate Jr. (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) A man who is alleged to have been involved in a robbery which led to a major manhunt in May 2023 was scheduled to go on trial
A man who has listed addresses in Mountain Home and Harrison was recently arrested after he was found inside a white Dodge van parked at Wayne’s Auto Repair located along U.S. Highway 62 East. Fifty-year-old Benjamin Guthrie
Area residents went to the polls on Tuesday as a few school elections were held. Josh Davis will be the newest member of the Norfork School Board after defeating Matt Wilbur for Position 1. Davis secured 243
A special fundraiser for Hospice of the Ozarks, affiliated with Baxter Health, is coming up next month with a “Kentucky Derby flair.” A Night of Hope Gala and Fundraiser is scheduled for June 7 at 5:30 at
Neil Reinhard presents the framed Arkansas State flag to KTLO’s Heather Loftis A local craftsman recently completed a project that will preserve a piece of KTLO’s history for many years to come. Following the passing of Bob
The Donald W. Reynolds Library Serving Baxter County is holding their Friends of the Library Book Sale this weekend. The sale begins Thursday and runs through Saturday with hours of operation matching the Library’s regular hours of
The Safe Sitter program, a medically accurate class which teaches young people how to handle emergencies when caring for children, returns to the Schliemann Center for Women’s Health this summer. The program is designed to teach safe
The Baxter County Economic Development Committee will meet Wednesday morning at 9:30 in the 3rd floor conference room of the Baxter County Courthouse. The agenda includes consideration of the North Central Arkansas Economic Alliance. The Baxter County
The City of Bull Shoals Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a meeting with all resort and hotel owners or their representatives Thursday evening at 6:30 in the City Council Chambers at 706 C S Woods Blvd.
Fans watch an NFL football game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the New York Giants Sept. 29, 2013, at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Mo. (Photo courtesy of Associated Press) JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) – The
Kit Bond, a former United States senator from Missouri, is seen before a spring training baseball game March 21, 2011, in Jupiter, Fla. (Photo courtesy of Associated Press) Christopher “Kit” Bond, a Republican who brought billions of
Debris covers the ground after a gas explosion in Lexington, Mo., April 9, 2025. (Photo courtesy of KCTV via Associated Press) LEXINGTON, Mo. (AP) – Missouri’s attorney general sued a natural gas company Monday over the explosion
Arkansas State Police (ASP) say a traffic stop Saturday on Interstate 40 led to the discovery of more than 1,100 pounds of illegal marijuana. Troopers stopped a tractor-trailer for a traffic violation around 10 a.m. near the
St. Louis Cardinals players celebrate after winning a baseball game against the Philadelphia Phillies Monday in Philadelphia. (Photo courtesy of Assocaited Press) PHILADELPHIA (AP) – The second game of a three-game series between the St. Louis Cardinals
Washington County voters wait in line to cast their ballot shortly after a Springdale Civic Center polling site opened on Election Day, Nov. 5, 2024. (Antoinette Grajeda/Arkansas Advocate) The focus on funding facilities for Arkansas prisoners shifts
(Photo courtesy of Arkansas Economic Development Commission) U.S. Senators John Boozman (R-AR), Tom Cotton (R-AR) and Congressman Steve Womack (R-AR-03) announced that they secured $141 million in new investments for Ebbing Air National Guard Base to further
Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin announced a series of significant legal actions, public safety initiatives, and community engagements throughout April, showcasing his office’s focus on combating crime, protecting consumers, and defending state interests. Griffin began the month
Image courtesy of Viola School District Leslie Henderson, a 1983 graduate from Mountain Home, has been selected as the Viola girls’ head basketball coach. Henderson spent 25 years as the Watson Chapel girls’ basketball coach, before retiring
Melvin C. Bushong Memorial Complex (Photo courtesy of Gainesville R-V School District) High school softball makes up the local Tuesday schedule as district play continues. Gainesville will be the site for the semifinals of the Class 1,
Centennial Bank Field at Bulldog Stadium in Quitman (Photo courtesy of Robert Callicot via Stadium Connection) The last of the state championship meets for high school track in Arkansas was held on Monday with Classes 1A and
Douglas Starkey (Photo courtesy of Marion County Sheriff’s Office) A Yellville man who has served on the Marion County Regional Airport Board of Directors for 30 years, including time as treasurer, has been arrested for stealing over
Robert Smallish (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) A two-vehicle accident Friday afternoon in Mountain Home resulted in injuries to a Baxter County man and charges against a Wisconsin man. Forty-seven-year-old Mark Adkisson was transported by
A former drug counselor appeared in Baxter County Circuit Court Monday (May 5) and pled guilty to the most recent in a string of drug-related charges that have been filed against him. Forty-nine-year-old Dennis James Amaral, Jr.,
Tuesday is Election Day for a number of school districts in Arkansas, and there will be two races in Baxter County. Two candidates are looking to succeed a Norfork School Board member who did not run for
Mountain Home is the site which will kick off the Arkansas Special Olympics as local law enforcement officers prepare to carry the Flame of Hope for the Torch Run. The event starts on the morning of May
Residents in need of a replacement driver’s license or ID will need to order one online as State Revenue Offices have put a temporary pause on in-person renewals. The Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration (DFA) implemented
Applications for a limited elk hunting permit draw are now being accepted through June 1 at the Arkansas Game and Fish Commissions (AGFC) licensing site. Eighteen permits, six either sex and 12 antlerless, will be available and
The Norfork School Board of Education will hold a special meeting Wednesday night at 5 in the cafeteria. The agenda includes an executive session to discuss personnel matters. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
The City of Norfork will hold a special water/sewer rate study workshop Tuesday evening at 6. The meeting will discuss the water/sewer rate study and rate increases. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
The Marion County Quorum Court will meet in regular session Tuesday evening at 5:30. The agenda includes the judge’s office presenting ordinances on levy sales and use tax and a special election as well as ordinances discussed
The Norfork School Board meeting originally scheduled for Monday has been postponed. The meeting will now take place May 27. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
The Bull Shoals Parks Committee will hold a meeting Tuesday evening at 6:30 in the Council Chambers located at 706 C S Woods Blvd. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
Photo courtesy of Bakersfield Softball Gainesville began hosting the Class 1, District 4 Softball Tournament on Monday. Bakersfield won their opener as they posted the 8-0 shutout over another group of Lady Lions from Mansfield. Bakersfield improves
St. Louis Cardinals’ Masyn Winn hits a home run against Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Matt Strahm during the seventh inning of a baseball game Monday in Philadelphia. (Photo courtesy of Associated Press) PHILADELPHIA (AP) – Masyn Winn homered
HOMAN, Ark. – Arkansas State Police (ASP) has asked for the public’s assistance in identifying and locating a man who shot another motorist on Interstate 30 in Miller County on Monday. The incident occurred at around 12:40
Baxter County Circuit Court’s jurors on the Group B panel will not need to report for duty on Tuesday. According to Baxter County and Circuit Clerk Canda Reese, all trials for this week have been continued, and
Photo courtesy of Tony Jones Photography A bear is reportedly on the loose in the city of Mountain Home. According to a Baxter County 911 dispatch spokesperson, Arkansas Game and Fish Commission officials are working to track
(Photo courtesy of the Shelby County Detention Center) Arkansas State Police arrested two men Sunday evening after a high-speed pursuit that began in Crittenden County and ended with a tactical stop and foot chase in Memphis. Troopers
Photo courtesy of Pinterest A baby bear is reportedly on the loose in the city of Mountain Home. According to a Baxter County 911 dispatch spokesperson, Arkansas Game and Fish Commission officials are working to track and
Arkansas State Police are investigating a shooting incident that occurred Saturday at Mercy Hospital in Berryville after a detained man reportedly seized a deputy’s firearm and opened fire inside the facility. According to authorities, 25-year-old William Kevin
Staffing shortages and safety concerns are resulting in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers temporarily adjusting services at Bull Shoals and Norfork lakes. As of Monday, Mountain Home Project Office hours will be reduced to Tuesday and
Arkansas has become more prone to tornadoes and hail storms as climate change and other weather phenomenon shift storms farther east and south, experts say. Here, a rainbow appears after a March 31, 2023, tornado tore a
Image courtesy of United States Geological Survey Another minor earthquake has been reported in western Searcy County. The United States Geological Survey says the magnitude 2.2 quake was recorded 8.7 miles northeast of Pelsor at 1:53 Monday
Image courtesy of Calico Rock School District A long-time coach in north central Arkansas will be departing the Viola School District after the current school year. Jason Hughes has been hired to coach girls’ basketball, cross country
The Ozark hellbender is one of 40 endangered species tracked by the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission in the state. The hellbender is a large aquatic salamander found in cool, clear streams in northern Arkansas and southern
A total of 14 area teams will be competing in this week’s state tournaments for baseball, softball and soccer when they get underway Thursday. The Mountain Home High School softball team will be in Benton for one
Centennial Bank Field at Bulldog Stadium in Quitman (Photo courtesy of Robert Callicot via Stadium Connection) Last week’s state track meets for Classes 1A and 2A will be made up after last week’s postponement with a new
Melvin C. Bushong Memorial Complex (Photo courtesy of Gainesville R-V School District) Monday’s schedule includes a few area softball teams in postseason action as district play is underway in Missouri. Gainesville is the site for the Class
Photo courtesy of University of Arkansas FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – For the sixth time in program history and fifth year in a row, the Arkansas softball team and Bogle Park will host an NCAA Tournament Regional Friday through
The case of a former male nurse at the county jail charged with making inappropriate sexual contacts with female inmates has been continued until July 21. Ben Burnett, the attorney for 41-year-old Samuel J. Sparks of Mountain
Sierra Campbell (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) A rural Mountain Home woman is accused of stealing items from a few individuals and has had multiple drug charges added since being booked into the Baxter County
Shawn Eaton (Photo courtesy of Marion County Sheriff’s Office) A Yellville man is accused of committing a “deviate sexual activity” in a vehicle driven by a minor. Twenty-eight-year-old Shawn Eaton was booked into the Marion County Law
Sheriff John Montgomery (left) and Sergeant Craig Kocka A Baxter County deputy is being recognized for the third time for saving a citizen’s life. Sergeant Craig Kocka received the Naloxone Life Saving Award for his actions. According
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Little Rock District has announced a major roadwork, paving and park-enhancement project will start Monday at Cranfield Park on Norfork Lake. As a result, the local recreation area will be closed
The Mountain Home Chamber of Commerce will partner with Farmers and Merchants Bank to present the second event of a new quarterly series next week in which issues affecting area residents are being discussed. The next State
Ashley McBryde with Dr. Todd Shields (Photo courtesy of Arkansas State University) Arkansas State University in Jonesboro held its annual spring commencement ceremonies on Saturday, and a special honor was given to an area native turned Grammy-winning
Photo courtesy of Arkansas Game and Fish Commission The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission has announced the launch of a science-based student outdoor recreation and conservation club. “Generation Conservation” is designed to further bring nature into the
The Norfork City Council will hold a workshop Tuesday evening at 6:30 at Norfork City Hall. The agenda includes a city parking lot update, water/sewer rate study and a city sign update. In new business, Jason Aamondt
Photo courtesy of University of Arkansas BATON ROUGE, La. – The No. 7 Arkansas baseball team (41-11, 18-9 SEC) avoided a sweep with a 7-4 win in the series finale against No. 3 LSU (40-12, 17-8 SEC)
The City of Briarcliff will hold a meeting Tuesday afternoon at 3 at the temporary office at 945 Scenic Drive. The agenda includes the appointment of Robert Markham as Mayor as both Keith Lewis and Joshua Williamson
The Salesville City Council will meet Monday night at 6. The agenda will include the April 2025 financial reports. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
St. Louis Cardinals’ Lars Nootbaar celebrates his home run as he rounds the bases during the first inning of a baseball game against the Washington Nationals Sunday in Washington. (Photo courtesy of Associated Press) WASHINGTON (AP) –
Photo courtesy of Norfork School District The Norfork High School baseball team was able to finish the week as the champions of the Class 1A Region 1 Tournament. The Panthers have been serving as the host team
Jacob Pyeatt (Photo courtesy of Sun Belt Conference via Arkansas State University) HARRISONBURG, Va. (5/10/25) – Arkansas State track and field had three athletes, including a Mountain Home High School alum, top the podium on Saturday at
Ryder Helfrick (Photo courtesy of University of Arkansas) BATON ROUGE, La. – No. 7 Arkansas (40-11, 17-9 SEC) suffered a 13-3 loss in seven innings against No. 3 LSU (40-11, 17-9) Saturday night at Alex Box Stadium,
St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Andre Pallante throws during the second inning of a baseball game against the Washington Nationals Saturday in Washington. (Photo courtesy of Associated Press) WASHINGTON (AP) – Andre Pallante took a shutout into
Kathleen Smith (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) A Gassville woman, with a lengthy criminal history, has been arrested for breaking into vehicles at a Mountain Home apartment complex and stealing one of the vehicles. Police
A Searcy County man has been arrested for hitting his wife’s car head-on and trying to cause her to wreck with her two kids in the car. Thirty-two-year-old Jared Reynold-Gene Horton of Marshall is facing seven felony
A man arrested in mid-July last year after allegedly making threats to kill a number of people pled guilty to charges against him and was sentenced to four years-probation during a session of Baxter County Circuit Court
The deadline to assess personal and business property is coming up at the end of the month. This year, the assessment deadline in Arkansas is May 30. Baxter County Assessor Jayme Nicholson says any property that requires
Recently, the White House proposed a cut of $308 million to the Essential Air Service program. The reduction could disproportionately impact rural areas and have a significant impact on the Boone County Regional Airport. Gerald Gaige serves
Baxter County Circuit Court’s jurors on the Group B panel will not need to report for duty on Monday. According to Baxter County and Circuit Clerk Canda Reese, jurors will need to report Tuesday morning. WebReadyTM Powered
Photos courtesy of Vanessa Thomas-Jones Two Flippin High School seniors paid a visit to the Governor’s Mansion in Little Rock last weekend. Adrianne Benedict and Rilyn Robins represented the local high school May 3 at 2025 Arkansas
Mother’s Day is celebrated on the second Sunday in May. It’s a time to celebrate moms in the area and throughout the world and what they do for their children and families. A group of local kids
Arkansas State Librarian Jennifer Chilcoat (left) offers a plan for extending eligibility for state funds to more libraries during the May 9, 2025, quarterly meeting of the State Library Board. Board member Lupe Peña de Martinez listens.
The Mountain Home High School soccer teams wrapped up their season with mixed results as they went to Greenwood on Friday. The Lady Bombers ended up playing the Lady Bulldogs to a scoreless draw. Mountain Home’s final
Photo courtesy of Norfork School District Baseball and softball make up the local Saturday schedule as regional tournaments come to an end in Arkansas. Norfork will be the host school for the final day of the Class
Screenshot courtesy of National Park College The ASU-Mountain Home baseball team’s season came to an end Friday night in the NJCAA Division II Region 2 Tournament. The TrailBlazers were in their third elimination game at Majestic Park
Zach Root (Photo courtesy of University of Arkansas) BATON ROUGE, La. – Zach Root logged his team-leading fifth quality start with his six frames of two-run ball and six strikeouts on the mound, but No. 7 Arkansas
Image courtesy of Wikipedia During its regular April session, the Baxter County Quorum Court approved the process to explore options and receive bids to get the tornado sirens that are currently malfunctioning fixed, and that process is
Photo courtesy of Spree Ragland The Food Bank of North Central Arkansas and Arvest Bank had what they believe is their most successful Feed the Pack event to date. As of late Friday afternoon, over $46,000 have
A Searcy County man has been arrested for pointing a gun at and threatening to kill family members, fleeing from deputies when they arrived and starting a fire while he was fleeing. Thirty-year-old Randy Frank Eddings of
A Mountain Home woman appeared in Baxter County Circuit Court Monday to face charges in criminal cases opened on her in Baxter and Marion County. Thirty-four-year-old Jamie Falconburg pled guilty to those charges and was sentenced to
Baxter County saw another small increase in its early voting turnout on Friday. Twelve ballots were cast at the Baxter County Courthouse, bringing the week’s total to 43. There will be one more day for early voting.
Baxter County Sheriff John Montgomery is reminding county residents they can call the Sheriff’s Office for animal control needs. Sheriff Montgomery says there is still room in the Animal Control Shelter. Listen: click to download audio The
The Boone County Sheriff’s Office is notifying residents of five new additions to the Most Wanted List. Tiffany Louella Blair, a woman described as being 5’3″ with brown hair and brown eyes, is wanted for a body
National Salvation Army Week has been celebrated since 1954, and this year, The Salvation Army in Mountain Home is having events all week. Saturday kicks off the week with a Community Block Part from 11 to 1.
The Alley White American Legion Post 52 is hosting the annual Memorial Day Commemoration sponsored by the North Central Arkansas Veterans Council at First Security Bank Veterans Plaza 2000. The event will be held on the morning
St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Erick Fedde (right) is doused during an interview after a baseball game against the Washington Nationals Friday in Washington. (Photo courtesy of Associated Press) WASHINGTON (AP) – Erick Fedde threw his first
Kailey Wyckoff (Photo courtesy of University of Arkansas) ATHENS, Ga. – The No. 6/7 Arkansas Razorbacks fell in their SEC semifinal matchup to No. 2 Oklahoma as a walk-off three-run home run from Sooner shortstop Gabbie Garcia
Jimmy Jones (Photo courtesy of Marion County Sheriff’s Office) A Marion County man has been arrested on an attempted murder charge and two other felonies following an incident in northern Marion County Tuesday when a good Samaritan
Image courtesy of Norfork School District The Norfork High School baseball team is one win away from the championship of the Class 1A Region 1 Tournament at Clysta Willett Park in Mountain Home. The Panthers dominated its
Game-winning run scored off a single by ASU-Mountain Home’s Keenan Hunter (Screenshot courtesy of National Park College) The ASU-Mountain Home baseball team narrowly avoided elimination Friday in its third game of the NJCAA Division II Region 2
A Searcy County man has been arrested for the abuse of his 8-month-old son because he was upset with his stepmother. Twenty-year-old Alexander Michael Perez of Pindall is facing seven counts of first degree battery which is
Photo courtesy of North Arkansas College Earlier this spring, North Arkansas College had announced its Board of Trustees authorized President Dr. Rick Massengale and Board Chair Luke Feighert to explore the potential for a possible merger with
DES ARC, Ark. On Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at approximately 9:15 p.m., the Des Arc Police Department (DAPD) requested the Arkansas State Police Criminal Investigation Division to investigate a death that occurred in the 300 block
The boil water order for the Lakeview-Midway Public Water Authority effecting customers on Linwood Lane, Grand Oak Road, Grand Oak Trail and Grand Oak Place has been lifted. The boil order had been issued May 1 due
The Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration is processing a record number of REAL IDs across its 134 Revenue Offices, with more than 150,000 issued in just over a month – more than 15 times the state’s
Allie Gosselink (left), director of the Calhoun County Library, advocates for public libraries before the Arkansas State Library Board at its quarterly meeting on Friday, February 14, 2025. (Tess Vrbin/Arkansas Advocate) The Arkansas State Library Board on
The St. Louis Cardinals are set to begin a nine-game road trip on Friday. The Redbirds start off in the nation’s capital with a three-game series against the Washington Nationals. St. Louis is currently tied with Milwaukee
LITTLE ROCK – Attorney General Tim Griffin issued the following statement announcing a grant from the Attorney General Alliance to combat human trafficking in Arkansas: “I recently attended a bipartisan attorney general conference in Rome and Vatican
JONESBORO – The Forrest L. Wood Crowley’s Ridge Nature Center officially celebrated its 1 millionth guest visit today. The center has been a staple of outdoor education in northeastern Arkansas since it opened Aug. 25, 2004. Cody
The regular season will come to an end for the Mountain Home High School soccer teams on Friday. The Bombers and Lady Bombers will be back on the road for its last conference outing with Greenwood. The
Clysta Willett Park (Photo courtesy of City of Mountain Home) High school baseball and softball dominate the local Friday schedule as regional tournaments continue throughout Arkansas. Norfork will continue to host the Class 1A Region 1 Tournament
Image courtesy of Mountain Home Bomber XC/Track The Mountain Home High School boys’ track team was able to successfully defend its outdoor state championship from last year. The Bombers, after also winning the indoor state meet during
Screenshot courtesy of Bomber Sports Network The Mountain Home High School softball team ended up losing its regular season finale on Thursday. The Lady Bombers went to Greenwood and were edged out 3-2. Chloe Bohannon suffered the
Brandii Hamptons record is fairly extensive. She has been charged with computer fraud, forgery, stealing credit cards, checks and personal information in Arkansas and Missouri. The 43-year-old Hampton appeared in Baxter County Circuit Court Monday (May 5)
Business leaders from around the area recently came together for a roundtable meeting to discuss the positive things happen in their businesses and around the area. After the event, Mountain Home Mayor Hillrey Adams spoke with KTLO,
The Arkansas Scholarship Lottery has announced that a player of its popular $1 million VIP Club scratch-off has won the big prize after purchasing the winning ticket in Gassville. The Baxter County player has chosen to remain
Baxter County residents may be unaware that a notification system has been in place since 2018 that can send alerts of severe weather, important announcements, and events in the Twin Lakes Area. The system, called Nixle, is
Volunteers from the Food Bank of North Central Arkansas and Arvest Bank will be collecting monetary donations in Mountain Home Friday at the intersection of Highway 62 and Cardinal Drive and the entrance to Walmart. The annual
A total of seventeen new business licenses were issued in April, including ten home-based businesses, according to a report from Jeannie Anderson, Building Inspection Manager. The six commercial businesses issued licenses include: Studio Nine, a commercial business
The North Central Board of Realtors will host its annual Special Olympics Fishing Derby this Saturday at McCabe Park in Mountain Home, offering a day of free fishing for individuals with special needs. The event is open
Mountain Home students have the opportunity of a lifetime to travel to Germany this year through the German American Partnership Program (GAPP) and a fundraiser is being held this weekend in order to help them on their
With the help of the community and the volunteered time of local letter carriers, the Mountain Home Food Basket will be receiving a large delivery of food this weekend. The National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC) and
Thursday marked the third day for early voting in Baxter County’s school board elections. According to Baxter County Election Coordinator Lindsey Roberts, 10 more votes were cast at the Baxter County Courthouse on Thursday bringing the early
The Baxter County Sheriff’s Office announced their Administration and Criminal Investigation Offices will both be closing at 1:30 Friday afternoon to allow employees to attend a funeral service for a close family member of a deputy. The
The Flippin High School commencement ceremony will be held Friday night at 8 in the gymnasium. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
The Viola Public Schools Board of Education will hold a special meeting Friday evening at 5 in the school administration building. The agenda includes the approval of an increase of the Agri stipend from $5,300 to $15,000,
Screenshot courtesy of Bomber Sports Network The Mountain Home High School girls’ soccer team came up short in its final home outing of 2025. The Lady Bombers ended up falling to Shiloh Christian 5-2 on Thursday. Mountain
ASU-Mountain Home’s Spencer Mounce hits a go-ahead two-run single in the eighth inning Thursday against Southeast Arkansas. (Screenshot courtesy of National Park College) The ASU-Mountain Home baseball team was able to avoid elimination in the NJCAA Division
Reagan Johnson (Photo courtesy of University of Arkansas) ATHENS, Ga. – Behind a grand slam from senior outfielder Raigan Kramer and a complete-game outing from junior pitcher Robyn Herron, the No. 6/7 Arkansas Razorback softball team defeated
Jacob Pyeatt (Photo courtesy of Arkansas State University) HARRISONBURG, Va. (5/8/25) – A trio of Arkansas State track and field athletes, including a Mountain Home High School alum, topped the podium on Thursday to open the 2025
Mountain Home High School was well represented in the state weightlifting meet Saturday at Lake Hamilton High School in Pearcy. The Bombers finished second in Classes 7A/6A as the title was captured by Benton. Eli Jones had
Photo courtesy of Faulkner County Sheriff’s Office The use of deadly force by law enforcement officers in the fatal March shooting of a fugitive in Faulkner County was justified, prosecutors said this week. Twentieth Judicial District Prosecuting
Photo courtesy of the Sharp County Detention Center Special agents with the Arkansas State Police’s Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) unit have arrested two Cherokee Village residents in connection with multiple child exploitation offenses, authorities said. 34-year-old
A handful of environment-adjacent legislation made it into law this year. (Photo courtesy of National Park Service) Arkansas lawmakers passed a handful of bills during the 2025 legislative session to address environmental concerns, such as the application
Today, the Department of Justice announced the results of Operation Restore Justice, a coordinated enforcement effort to identify, track and arrest child sex predators. The operation resulted in the rescue of 115 children and the arrests of
The Arkansas State Medical Board suspended the license of a Fort Smith physician on Tuesday and launched an investigation into his alleged sex crimes, to which he has pleaded not guilty. According to Sebastian County Circuit Court
Arkansans sign petitions in support of proposed ballot initiatives in Little Rock on July 2, 2024. (Mary Hennigan/Arkansas Advocate) The League of Women Voters of Arkansas on Wednesday decried the attorney general’s rejection of its proposed constitutional
Mountain Home High School boys after winning the 2024 Class 5A state track and field championship Thursday is a big day for the Mountain Home High School track teams. The Bombers and Lady Bombers will be in
A Mountain Home man is facing several charges after breaking into a store and stealing food and vandalizing 23 air conditioning units at a local shopping center. Twenty-five-year-old Hunter Joe Munden is facing three felonies and two
A man who said he was upset by loud music a motel cleaning crew was playing in the room next to his and is charged with shooting a motel employee three times was denied a bond reduction
Photo courtesy of Lara Rivera Photography via Mountain Home High School Softball Thursday’s schedule includes the regular season finale for the Mountain Home High School softball team. The Lady Bombers will have another road trip as they
Screenshot courtesy of Bomber Sports Network The Mountain Home High School girls’ soccer team will have one last home outing on Thursday. The Lady Bombers continue 5A-West action as they welcome in Shiloh Christian from Springdale. The
A longtime Norfork School Board member has resigned, saying the current school board “suffers from incompetence,” lacks leadership and the board president “tells lies and attempts to censor those who speak unfavorably of her.” Chad McGowan, who
A proposed new prison facility planned to be built in Franklin County has seen a lot of pushback both from residents and state legislatures, however many law enforcement officials support the project. Baxter County Sheriff John Montgomery
Farm families in local counties will be battling with 59 others from around the state as they seek to be named Farm Bureau Arkansas’ Farm Family of the Year. Each year, the Farm Bureau gives this award
In April, 12 building permits were issued according to a report from the City of Mountain Home’s Building Inspection Manager Jeannie Anderson.Five commercial sign permits were issued. The first went to PlayStrong Pediatrics located at 2 Medical
Two students from Mountain Home High School (MHHS) were selected to represent the area’s excellent academic achievement through the Arkansas Scholastic Honor Program. Hannah Baker and Devyn Prins had the opportunity to visit the Governor’s Mansion to
Wednesday saw the second day of early voting for school board elections in Baxter County. County Election Coordinator, Lindsey Roberts, reports that 5 more votes were cast at the Baxter County Courthouse bringing the early vote total
Registration is open for The Silent Struggle 5k Walk/Run scheduled for May 17 at Big Spring Park. The annual event is the Comprehensive Women’s Clinic and aims to help support and raise awareness for women experiencing postpartum
In an effort to make resources easily available to veterans, the Veterans Benefit Fair will be held May 9 from 11 to 2 at the Baxter County Fairgrounds. Vendors, a light lunch, door prizes and a power
The Baxter County Conservation District will hold a Board meeting Thursday evening at 6 in the Board Room of Farm Bureau. Farm Bureau is located at 1424 Hwy 62 SW in Mountain Home. The meeting is open
Photo courtesy of Lara Rivera Photography via Mountain Home High School Softball The Mountain Home High School softball team had a rough night on Wednesday as they played a makeup game from Tuesday’s postponement. The Lady Bombers
Photo courtesy of Gainesville R-V School Two of Gainesville High School’s spring sports teams came away with road victories on Wednesday. The Lady Bulldog softball team doubled Fordland by a final of 8-4. Gainesville’s baseball squad went
Screenshot courtesy of National Park College The ASU-Mountain Home baseball team was in Hot Springs on Wednesday to begin its run in the NJCAA Division II Region 2 Tournament. The postseason did not start off well for
Photo courtesy of University of Arkansas FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Arkansas senior first baseman Bri Ellis made history by hitting a walk-off grand slam to set the Arkansas single-season home run and RBI records while leading the Razorbacks
St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Sonny Gray throws during the first inning of a baseball game against the Pittsburgh Pirates Wednesday, May 7, 2025 in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson) ST. LOUIS (AP) – Sonny Gray pitched
A Searcy County woman was killed Monday afternoon in a two-vehicle crash on U.S. Highway 62/412 west of Pyatt, just across the Marion/Boone County line. The Arkansas State Police (ASP) has identified the victim as 53-year-old Gianella
Standard Lithium signage at offices on East Elm Street in downtown El Dorado. (John Sykes/Arkansas Advocate 02/28/2023) A joint venture looking to extract lithium from South Arkansas brine wells has increased its proposed royalty rate to mineral
Far too many women and children have lost their lives due to the maternal health crisis in our state. In 2022, Arkansas had one of the worst maternal mortality rates in the country and the third-highest infant
BENTON, Ark. On Friday, May 2, 2025, Arkansas State Police (ASP) Criminal Investigation (CID) Special Agents arrested Brian Keith Cooper Jr., 28, of Benton, for 22 felony counts of Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM), Rape, two
Jonah Sutterfield hit his first home run of the season for Yellville-Summit as they faced Mountain View. Sutterfield wore his father’s, Jeff Sutterfield, number in remembrance of him. (Photo courtesy of TL Sports Network) Jonah Sutterfield, a
Gainesville’s baseball and softball teams are set for road trips on Wednesday. The Bulldog baseball team travels to Ava, and the softball team will make the trip to Fordland. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
The postseason gets underway Wednesday for the ASU-Mountain Home baseball team. The TrailBlazers will be at Majestic Park in Hot Springs to begin their run in the NJCAA Division II Region 2 Tournament, and their opening opponent
A Mountain Home couple charged with keeping a 15-year-old male described as low functioning locked in a dark bathroom, naked and unfed for days will enter a plea in their cases July 21. The plea schedule was
It was announced earlier this week curbside pick up of recyclables in the City of Mountain Home by Waste Connections, formerly Methvin Sanitation, will end at the end of June. In Tuesday’s news, we heard from Mountain
The Baxter County Quorum Court met in an hour-long session Tuesday and dealt with nine items on the agenda. The main topic of discussion during the meeting was an ordinance appropriating funds from jail maintenance and operation
Today is the deadline requiring a Real ID to board a flight or enter federal buildings. The deadline marks when having a Real ID will begin to be enforced, however Scott Hardin, Communications Director for the Department
Baxter Health recently announced the opening of Baxter Health Imaging in Harrison. The new facility aims to provide residents with advanced, accessible imaging technologies in a patient-centered environment. Using the latest technology and staffed by a highly
Tuesday was the beginning of early voting for local school board elections in Baxter County with election day slated for May 13. The Baxter County Courthouse is serving as the location for the early vote and Tuesday
The Bombers split a doubleheader with Van Buren on senior night Tuesday at McClain Park, closing out their regular season. Van Buren took the first game 6-2 behind a strong offensive showing. The Pointers jumped out to
The Norfork School Board of Education will hold a special meeting for a personnel executive session Thursday evening at 5 in the cafeteria. The agenda will include discussion of applicants for the open Superintendent and High School
The deadline is approaching for those looking to participate in the Fulton County Fair Spring Junior Livestock Show. All entries are required to be registered by Friday with entries afterwards being accepted with a $10 late fee.
The Marion County Election Commission will meet Wednesday evening at 6 in the basement of the courthouse. The agenda will involve discussion regarding the Ozark Mountain School District election. The public is invited to attend. WebReadyTM Powered
The Mountain Home Bombers scored with two seconds left in regulation to secure a 3-2 victory over Farmington in a varsity boys soccer match Tuesday night, keeping postseason hopes alive. Farmington opened scoring with a first-half goal
Former Cardinal’s pitcher Jason Isringhausen pictured with KTLO’s Matt Sharp and his father, Don Sharp, at this years Cardinals affiliate event. The St. Louis Cardinals were able to clinch their second series in a row on Tuesday
A few area high school track teams were represented in the Class 3A State Meet Tuesday at Prescott. Yellville-Summit’s girls had the best team performance as they finished fourth. Mountain View was 12th, Valley Springs ended up
An area man was killed when his car crashed into a stopped semi on the interstate in central Arkansas. The Arkansas State Police (ASP) has identified the victim as 19-year-old Connor Latham of Leslie. According to the
Ahead of the Baxter County Quorum Court meeting tonight, which will seek to appropriate fees associated with the ruling against the jail’s mail policy, Sheriff John Montgomery spoke with KTLO News to discuss the past and the
The city of Yellville has a new mayor following Monday evening’s city council meeting.Hunter Duren, a lifelong Yellville resident, was sworn in after being voted in by the council.Mayor Duren’s appointment was requested by the late Mayor
Photo courtesy of Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment NORTH LITTLE ROCK – Alan York has been selected as Director of the Arkansas Oil and Gas Commission (OGC) and Chief Administrator of Energy for the Arkansas Department
The Arkansas Capitol on Nov. 14, 2024. (Mary Hennigan/Arkansas Advocate) The Arkansas House and Senate adjourned sine die Monday morning, marking the end of the nearly four-month 2025 legislative session. Sine die – a Latin phrase for
Eli Jones is a senior at Mountain Home High School, and is part of the track and football team. He signed on Monday with the University of Central Arkansas in Conway to continue his academic and track
Tuesday’s schedule includes the regular season finale for the Mountain Home High School baseball team. It’s Senior Night at McClain Park as they meet Van Buren for a 5A-West doubleheader. The first game gets underway at 5.
Screenshot courtesy of Bomber Sports Network Tuesday’s high school soccer schedule includes the Mountain Home teams on another road trip. The Bombers and Lady Bombers continue conference play as they take on Farmington. The junior varsity boys’
School campus at Gurdon (Image courtesy of MileSplit) Several high school track teams will be in action on Tuesday as state meets get underway in Arkansas. Classes 1A and 2A will both be held at Gurdon. Schools
A Mountain Home man suffered what was termed a “suspected minor injury” from a one-vehicle accident Friday night. While the report from the Mountain Home Police Department does not indicate 72-year-old Steven Healey sought treatment, there was
Photo courtesy of Douglas County Sheriff’s Office An Ozark County man accused in a string of burglaries in Douglas County is facing new charges from a high-speed pursuit ending with his vehicle catching fire. Shane Worthey has
The City of Mountain Home has announced the curbside pick up of recyclable items by Waste Connections, formerly Methvin Sanitation, in the city will end at the end of June. The move comes after the Baxter Day
This week, many painters may be spotted around the area as they seek the perfect painting spot for the 17th annual Plein Air on the White River event at Gaston’s Resort. The event kicks off Tuesday morning
The Baxter County Quorum Court will vote on a few appropriation ordinances during its regular May session Tuesday evening at 5:30. One of the ordinances cover a judgment from a lawsuit filed against the county by the
