Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders unveiled a series of new policy initiatives during her state-of-the-state address to the state legislature on Tuesday, focusing on education, tax cuts, public safety, and the cost of living. Sanders highlighted her
A second candidate has announced plans to run for the Mountain Home Public Schools Board of Education. Tommy Knight announced Friday that he will seek Position 2, a seat currently held by Neal Pendergrass, whose term expires
Diamond State Networks (DSN) has officially promoted Jill McDaniel to the position of Chief Executive Officer (CEO), following her successful tenure as interim CEO since August 2024. McDaniel, who had previously served as Chief Operating Officer (COO),
Autumn Hamit Patterson is the state’s new solicitor general, Attorney General Tim Griffin announced Wednesday. Hamit Patterson previously worked in the Louisiana Attorney General’s Office as special assistant solicitor general for almost a year, according a press
Images courtesy of Arkansas Activities Association The Arkansas High School Coaches Association announced its Outstanding Coach of the Year awards from this year’s fall sports on Thursday. Four coaches represent the area, including two from Mountain Home
The winter weather has postponed Friday night’s Mountain Home High School basketball games against Alma and senior night activities. The school made the announcement early Thursday afternoon. The events will be made up Saturday afternoon. The senior
A couple of high school basketball tournaments will resume Friday, two others have been pushed back to the weekend, and another has been called off. The 3A-2 District Tournament will hold its semifinal round Friday in Melbourne.
A man who moved to this area from Idaho pled not guilty to having possession of a utility trailer that had been reported stolen during an appearance in Baxter County Circuit Court on February 10. Thirty-three-year-old Devon
The Mountain Home City Council began discussion Thursday night on an updated animal control ordinance. The ordinance repeals several older ordinances and will help regulate animal control in the city. The biggest change is the repealing of
In its two-hour session, the Mountain Home School Board’s votes included the approval of the calendar for the next school year that will have the students’ first day of classes on Aug. 12. Matt Sharp has the
This year’s Mountain Home High School “Empty Bowls to Feed the Hungry” fundraiser was a huge success, thanks to the students and staff of the district. The event is a collaboration among several student groups at the
To ensure vascular patients receive timely care, the Baxter Health Foundation has launched a campaign aimed at making a transformative impact in the field. Baxter Health Foundation recently announced the launch of Phase 1 of the Heartbeat
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) – Reggie Bass scored 19 points that included three late free throws in overtime as Lindenwood beat Little Rock 93-92 on Thursday night. Isaiah Lewis made a 3-pointer for Little Rock with seven
CARROLLTON, Ga. (AP) – Brayden Fagbemi had 19 points in Central Arkansas’ 82-71 win over West Georgia on Thursday night. Fagbemi shot 5 for 11 (3 for 7 from 3-point range) and 6 of 7 from the
COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) – Clara Strack scored 22 points and grabbed 12 rebounds to lead No. 14 Kentucky to a 73-65 victory over Missouri on Thursday night. Georgia Amoore scored eight points in the third quarter as
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) – Joyce Edwards scored 18 points and MiLaysia Fulwiley had 10 of her 15 points in a second-quarter run as No. 6 South Carolina recovered from its loss to UConn with a 95-55 victory
Payton Burnham (Photo courtesy of University of Arkansas) CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. – The No. 10 Arkansas Razorback softball team’s run of dominance continued with a pair of five-inning run-rule victories over Rutgers (10-0) and Cal State Fullerton
KTLO’s Sammy Raycraft reached out to Arkansas State Representative Stetson Painter to get the latest update on legislation in the works down at the Arkansas Capitol in Little Rock. Listen: click to download audio TRANSCRIPT: Sammy Raycraft:
On Thursday, Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders signed two bills aimed at improving education and mental health in the state. The new legislation includes provisions for free breakfast for all public school children and a ban on
The winter weather has postponed Friday night’s Mountain Home High School basketball games against Alma and senior night activities. The school made the announcement early Thursday afternoon. The events will be made up Saturday afternoon. The senior
The Arkansas political community is paying tribute to former Governor Jim Guy Tucker, who passed away on February 13 at the age of 81. Tucker, the 43rd governor of Arkansas, will lie in state in the Arkansas
Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders announces new legislation related to mountain biking during an outdoor recreation event at the Capitol on Feb. 4, 2025. (Mary Hennigan/Arkansas Advocate) Legislation affecting plans for 100 miles of down-hill biking trails in
Mountain Home has a new record low for February 20th following a brutal arctic blast Wednesday evening. The low temperature at KTLO Thursday morning was -2 degrees which breaks the previous record of 9 degrees set on
Sen. Kim Hammer (left), R-Benton, and Rep. Kendon Underwood (right), R-Cave Springs, present an amended bill to the House Committee on State Agencies and Governmental Affairs on Wednesday, February 19, 2025. Senate Bill 207 would require canvassers
D.J. Wagner goes up for shot against Auburn photo credit AP/ Butch DillJohni Broome had 16 points and 13 rebounds and No. 1 Auburn overcame a rough offensive performance to beat Arkansas 67-60 on Wednesday night. The
After Missouri basketball fans stormed the court following a victory over then-No. 1 Kansas on Dec. 8, Tigers coach Dennis Gates made sure there wouldn’t be an encore after No. 15 Missouri beat No. 4 Alabama 110-98
District basketball tournaments where scheduled for Thursday but due to ongoing winter weather they have all been rescheduled for Friday. This includes the 1A-2 District Tournament semifinal round at Rural Special High School in Fox, the 2A-2
A man who worked at a local insurance agency accused of taking out expanded coverage on his home and then making a claim on a pre-existing condition pled guilty to a charge of false swearing during a
As winter weather moves through the Twin Lakes Area, many are choosing to embrace the cold by participating in the annual Polar Plunge to support the Arkansas Special Olympics. The Mountain Home Polar Plunge will take place
A manufacturer in the Twin Lakes area is seeing growth which is leading to more employment opportunities. American Stitchco and Epoxyn Products, a locally owned family business for over 40 years, is continuing its commitment to building
A retired Mountain Home Public Schools teacher has announced her candidacy for the district’s school board. Marsha Partney, who spent nearly two decades teaching in Mountain Home, is running for Position 1 on the Mountain Home Public
The Mountain Home City Council will hold its regular meeting Thursday night at 5 in the council chambers of the municipal building. Among the agenda items, the council will review a proposed ordinance regulating animal control within
The Mountain Home Public Schools Board of Education will meet in regular session Thursday night at 6 in the District Administration Building. Items on the agenda include: – approval of the 2025-26 school calendar; – approval of
Update: 5:53 p.m. – The Silver Alert for 81-year-old Howard D. Roberts of Pelsor has been inactivated. Previous story: The Newton County Sheriff’s Office issued a Silver Alert on Wednesday afternoon for an 81-year-old man. According to
Road work has been ongoing since widespread snow showers impacted the Twin Lakes area Tuesday. KTLO, Classic Hits and the Boot News reached out to Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) District Maintence Engineer Drew Vining and he
Roads in the Twin Lakes area have been springing back to life on Wednesday as crews have been hard at work with the goal of returning the area to a bit of normalcy. KTLO, Classic Hits and
Snow showers have come and gone leaving road crews hard at work and many residents bundled up at home. Though wintry precipitation isn’t in the foreseeable forecast, cold conditions could get fairly extreme for the area. Currently,
Two lucky Arkansas lottery players struck it big on Valentine’s Day, claiming substantial prizes. James White, a Harrison resident, won $50,000 while playing $50,000 Frenzy, a $20 instant scratch-off game. He purchased his winning ticket at White
Mountain Home Mayor Hillrey Adams called in for today’s episode of the Trading Post on Classic Hits 101.7 and KTLO AM 1240. But instead of having deals on items, Mayor Adams traded the latest update with Sammy
Marion County Judge Jason Stumph spoke with KTLO’s Sammy Raycraft Wednesday morning with an update on snow clearing on county roads. Similar to Baxter County blading has been tough work for crews but Judge Stumph hopes to
Rep. R. Scott Richardson, R-Bentonville, introduces House Bill 1060 to the House Education Committee on Jan. 23, 2025. (Mary Hennigan/Arkansas Advocate) A proposed Arkansas law to require public schools to teach students about “the failures of communist
Pulaski Heights United Methodist Church in Little Rock is one church concerned about the affect of new federal immigration policies on the work of Arkansas faith organizations. (Antoinette Grajeda/Arkansas Advocate) Arkansas religious organizations are concerned about the
The Flippin Fire Department responded to a residential fire early Wednesday morning. No injuries were reported. According to officials, firefighters were called to a home on East Main Street, where four people were inside at the time.
KTLO, Classic Hits and The Boot, the official reporting station for the National Weather Service (NWS), recorded 4.5 inches of snowfall following Tuesday’s winter storm. KTLO weather watcher Judy Young in Lakeway reported 5.5 inches of snow,
Cold temperatures are making snow removal for the Baxter County Road Department tough according to Judge Kevin Litty. Litty spoke with KTLO’s Kim Szecsi and he says roads crews are having a tough time getting the roads
KTLO News spoke with Ozark County Sheriff Cass Martin this morning and he says roads are slick and his office has been working accidents all night. Listen: click to download audio WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
KTLO News spoke with Baxter County Sheriff Department Patrol Commander Lieutenant Brian Davis Wednesday morning with an update on road conditions county wide. Listen: right-click to download mp3 WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
Heavy snow and arctic cold temperatures have made driving conditions difficult but ARDOT has been working all through the night to clear highways in North Central Arkansas. KTLO’s Sammy Raycraft with the ARDOT district superintendent this morning
With the recent snowfall, frigid temperatures now become the main concern in the Twin Lakes Area. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued an extreme cold warning as cold wind chills could go as low as -20
Skyler Payne (left) with Coach Josh Watson Salem’s football team had a historic season, winning their first state championship in program history. A big part of their success came from star linebacker, Skyler Payne. Payne is the
The Arkansas Razorback basketball team will return to the road to meet the top-ranked team in the country. The Hogs are set for a Wednesday night matchup with Auburn. Arkansas is currently 15-10 on the season and
Missouri returns to the home floor for another battle between ranked teams. The 15th-ranked Tigers are set to welcome No. 4 Alabama to Columbia. Mizzou is 19-6 overall and 8-4 in the SEC. The Tigers picked up
A woman who was reported to have been found sleeping in a vehicle parked at an apartment complex partially nude made an appearance in Baxter County Circuit Court on February 10. Forty-eight-year-old Summer Marie Overmyer of Mountain
The snowfall that has fallen in the Twin Lakes Area is expected to be followed by dangerously cold temperatures as record lows could possibly be broken. With the temperatures, the chance of frostbite becomes higher. Frostbite is
During cold weather, it is common to search for warmth using auxiliary sources of heat.Mountain Home Fire Marshal Shawn Lofton spoke with KTLO, Classic Hits and The Boot News to discuss tips on how to keep warm
Frigid temperatures are set to return to the Twin Lakes Area Over the next week and there are some things residents should keep in mind to prevent water pipes from freezing at home. KTLO, Classic Hits and
The wintry mix has made its way to the Twin Lakes Area and is starting to have an effect on local roadways. Baxter County Road and Bridge Superintendent says the snow was just starting to cover the
Heavy snow is already beginning to accumulate in northern Marion County Tuesday afternoon with the county judge reporting over 4 inches on some gravel roadways. Marion County Judge Jason Stumph spoke with KTLO’s Sammy Raycraft on how
Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) District 9 has been busy preparing local highways for the coming winter storm. This evening they turn their attention to keeping roads clear with crews scheduled to run plows around the clock.
Snowfall started off light Tuesday morning as heavier winter conditions are expected to increase in the evening into the later hours tonight.KTLO, Classic Hits and the Boot News spoke with National Weather Service (NWS) meteorologist Colby Pope
Chance Bradford, Mills High School student body president, speaks at a press conference inside the Arkansas Capitol’s Old Supreme Court room on Feb. 17, 2025. Participants spoke against proposed legislation that would alter the state’s ballot initiative
The Cotter Public Schools Board of Education met Monday night, approving several key items, including new hires and facility improvements. The board voted to employ First Security Beardsley as its financial advisor for three years and appointed
Sen. Jonathan Dismang discusses the Arkansas ACCESS bill on Feb. 14, 2025. Several state officials attended the press conference, including (from left) Higher Education Commissioner Ken Warden, Education Secretary Jacob Olivia, Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders and Rep.
After achieving his dreams thanks to his education, teachers and the administration at Mountain Home Public Schools, Larry Choate and his wife, Kathy Choate, are paying it forward to future students in STEM programs. The Choates have
Snow has begun to land here in the Twin Lakes area and road crews are at the ready to take on the conditions for the residents of Mountain Home. KTLO’s Michael Lee spoke with Mountain Home Mayor
A significant winter storm is set to impact the Twin Lakes region Tuesday, with snowfall expected to reach 6 to 10 inches, and some areas along the Arkansas-Missouri border possibly receiving up to a foot. The National
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KAIT) – The Arkansas Secretary of State released an election security report to find Arkansas’ strengths and weaknesses for any possible threats to the election process. According to KARK, Arkansas Secretary of State Cole
Arkansas Sports Media High School Girls Basketball Poll Following is the Overall Top 10 high school girls basketball teams in Arkansas and the top five in Classes 6A, 5A, 4A, 3A, 2A and 1A, as voted by
Arkansas Sports Media High School Boys Basketball Poll Following is the Overall Top 10 high school boys basketball teams in Arkansas and the top five in Classes 6A, 5A, 4A, 3A, 2A and 1A, as voted by
Weather permitting, there is high school basketball scheduled for Monday as the 1A-1 District Tournament will hold its semifinals at Kingston. On the girls’ side, Lead Hill and Jasper tip off at 4, and Omaha faces the
North Arkansas Electric Cooperative (NAEC) is prepared and confident that impacts will be low from the incoming winter storm Tuesday morning. NAEC CEO Mel Coleman tells KTLO News this system is different than the one that hit
An arrest warrant has been issued for a Newton County man who was shot by his father during a domestic dispute. The incident involving the shooting of 39-year-year-old Kurt William Gronwaldt of Jasper happened Jan. 11 at
A Mountain Home man who has had criminal cases opened on him since 2003 was back in Baxter County Circuit Court on February 10. Fifty-year-old Michael George Scudder entered a guilty plea to the charges against him
There was plenty of high school basketball on Monday as several area teams were in district tournament play. The 1A-2 District Tournament continued at Rural Special High School in Fox. Norfork’s girls were able to secure another
The Baker District is more in the public eye thanks to a new mural that greets visitors as they enter downtown Mountain Home. The mural has more changes coming, and downtown business leaders are looking forward to
The Bull Shoals City Council will hold a workshop meeting Tuesday night at 6:30 at Bull Shoals City Hall. Items on the agenda include: – discussion of sewer rate increases; – amendments on the dog ordinance; and
Mountain Home will be among several schools closed Tuesday. Superintendent Allyson Dewey made the announcement early Monday evening due to the threat of winter weather. For a complete list of closings and cancellations sponsored by Baxter Health,
Landon Beidelschies (Photo courtesy of University of Arkansas) FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Landon Beidelschies turned in five innings of one-run ball with seven strikeouts in his Razorback debut, leading the No. 5 Arkansas baseball team (4-0) to a
Images courtesy of National Weather Service As we get closer to the forecasted wintry conditions this week, residents are getting ready for what could be a significant winter weather event. KTLO, Classic Hits and the Boot News
Image courtesy of University of Arkansas FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Arkansas senior first baseman Bri Ellis has been named SEC Player of the Week after a career weekend during the Razorbacks’ five run-rule wins at the LA Tech
To submit information on warming centers in the Twin Lakes Area, email them to news@ktlo.com. BAXTER COUNTY First United Methodist Church Gym Open Thursday, February 20, from 9 until 4. Turn into the gym parking lot from
A local nonprofit dedicated to supporting homeless and low-income families during difficult times is working this week to ensure no one is left out in the cold during the upcoming winter. 411 Street Angels aims to provide
On Monday, Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders declared a state of emergency as the state braces for a winter storm expected to impact Arkansas on Tuesday. The storm is predicted to bring a combination of snow, sleet,
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KAIT) – An Arkansas state representative introduced a bill Friday to include nitrogen hypoxia as a form of execution in the state. House Bill 1489, filed by Rep. Jeff Wardlaw (R-Hermitage) has several sponsors
A winter storm warning is in effect for northern Arkansas and the Twin Lakes area from 6 Tuesday to 6 Wednesday, with the National Weather Service warning of heavy snowfall and dangerous cold temperatures in the coming
High school basketball makes up the local Monday schedule as several area teams will be in postseason action. The 1A-2 District Tournament will continue at Rural Special High School in Fox. On the girls’ side, Norfork and
Kenneth Skillings (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) A man is accused of attacking a female at a Lakeview residence and attempting to elude authorities. Forty-seven-year-old Kenneth Skillings was booked into the Baxter County Detention Center
Since 2013, Leigh Goldsworth Blackmon has picked up criminal charges in both Baxter and Marion Counties. He appeared in Baxter County Circuit Court last Monday (February 10) and pled not guilty to 2nd degree sexual assault. The
Last year, the Arkansas State Police’s Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force investigated 169 instances of sextortion. That number has soared in recent years and is up from only 16 cases investigated in 2020. Safer Internet
The Lakeview-Bull Shoals American Legion Post 431 recently made a generous contribution to the local community last week by donating $750 to the Bull Shoals Food Pantry. The donation aims to support the food pantrys mission of
Dancing, live music, specialty foods, cocktails, and unforgettable experiences are in store at the Mardi Gras Ball. The Baxter Health Foundation will host the annual event Saturday from 6 to 10 at The Sheid on the ASU-Mountain
The Cotter Public Schools Board of Education will meet Monday night at 7. The meeting has been moved from Thursday. Items on the agenda include: – approval of additional duty sheet; – approval of a three year
Gassville City Hall will be closed Monday in observance of the Presidents’ Day Holiday.According to Gassville Mayor Jeff Braim, City Hall will be reopen at regular business hours, 8AM to 4:30PM, on Tuesday. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
The ASU-Mountain Home baseball team wrapped up action in the Perfect Game JUCO Invitational with a pair of losses Sunday in Millington, Tenn. The TrailBlazers began the day with a 20-5 loss at the hands of Parkland.
Robyn Herron (Photo courtesy of University of Arkansas) RUSTON, La. – In a day that featured junior Robyn Herron tossing the 12th no-hitter in program history, the No. 13 Arkansas Razorback softball team improved to 10-0 with
CHICAGO (AP) – Javon Jackson scored 16 points as UIC beat Missouri State 63-58 on Sunday. Jackson added three steals for the Flames (16-11, 8-8 Missouri Valley Conference). Modestas Kancleris totaled 13 points, eight rebounds and three
COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) – Payton Verhulst scored 15 points, four teammates also scored in double figures, and No. 16 Oklahoma dominated the second half to defeat Missouri 82-66 on Sunday. After trailing 44-40 at halftime, the Sooners
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. (Photo courtesy of Tess Vrbin/Arkansas Advocate) The Arkansas State Library Board rejected
The Mountain Home High School girls’ wrestling team came away with a fourth place finish in the Class 5A North Regional Tournament Saturday in Searcy. The host Lady Lions captured the regional title. Olivia McCoy led Mountain
Both of the Cotter High School basketball teams watched their season come to an end in the 2A-2 District Tournament Saturday at Tuckerman. The Lady Warriors were edged out by Cedar Ridge 39-36. Cotter also lost its
Photo courtesy of University of Arkansas FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Powered by Brent Iredale’s two-homer day, No. 5 Arkansas (3-0) mashed its way to a 5-2 win and an Opening Weekend series win against Washington State (0-3) Saturday
Photo courtesy of University of Arkansas RUSTON, La. – Behind a career-high five RBI and two home runs from senior first baseman Bri Ellis, the No. 13 Arkansas Razorbacks improved to 8-0 with a 12-4 (6 inn.)
Missouri guard Anthony Robinson II drives against Georgia guard Dakota Leffew during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game Saturday in Athens, Ga. (Photo courtesy of Associated Press) ATHENS, Ga. (AP) – Anthony Robinson II
JONESBORO, Ark. (AP) – Jackson Fields had 20 points in Troy’s 71-70 win against Arkansas State on Saturday night. Fields added eight rebounds and three steals for the Trojans (17-9, 10-4 Sun Belt Conference). Tayton Conerway scored
CONWAY, Ark. (AP) – Michael Evbagharu’s 23 points helped Central Arkansas defeat North Florida 84-83 in overtime on Saturday night. Evbagharu also contributed 10 rebounds, six assists, and three steals for the Bears (7-20, 3-11 Atlantic Sun
PINE BLUFF, Ark. (AP) – Antonio Madlock had 20 points in Alabama State’s 75-63 victory against Arkansas-Pine Bluff on Saturday night. Madlock added eight rebounds for the Hornets (11-14, 7-5 Southwestern Athletic Conference). Micah Simpsom scored 13
Images courtesy of National Weather Service The Twin Lakes Area continues to prepare for the probability of another wintry mix followed by dangerously colder temperatures this week. A winter storm watch will be in effect for north
A Gainesville man was killed in a one-vehicle accident Saturday night in Ozark County. The unidentified 36-year-old male was pronounced dead at the scene by the Ozark County coroner. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the
A man injured in a motorcycle accident last weekend in Stone County has succumbed to his injuries. Seventy-year-old Rickey Reeves of Batesville was pronounced dead on Friday. According to the Arkansas State Police, Reeves was traveling Feb.
A 24-year-old Wisconsin man who traveled to the Twin Lakes Area to re-connect with a 15-year-old female appeared in Baxter County Circuit Court last Monday (February 10). Jose Eduardo Reyes-Cortez is facing charges in both Baxter and
College students pursuing conservation careers can gain hands-on experience this summer through the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission’s internship program. Applications are open through March 15. Internships are available in several fields, including forestry, wildlife management, environmental
The Baxter County 4-H is shining some light on an often overlooked part of a good meal. The Extension Office is accepting spice packets for its “Spice Up Our Local Food Pantries” spice drive. Amanda Rychtarik, the
In this week’s recap of the activity in Washington, Arkansas’ District 3 U.S. Rep. Steve Womack gives updates on the budget reconciliation process, a bill he reintroduced (the Local Radio Freedom Act) and his continued position as
EL DORADO – A Malvern man entered a plea of guilty today to one count of Engaging in a Scheme to Conceal a Material Fact from a Governmental Agency. The Honorable Chief Judge Susan O. Hickey presided
Texas A&M guard Wade Taylor IV makes a three-point basket over Arkansas forward Karter Knox during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game Saturday in College Station, Texas. (Photo courtesy of Associated Press) COLLEGE STATION,
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Arkansas State Police (ASP) arrested Shawn “Sco” Jones, 20, in connection to a December 2024 shooting that resulted in the death of one teenager and left two others injured. Jones was wanted by
People at a election night watch party react after an abortion rights amendment to the Missouri constitution passed on Nov. 5, 2024, in Kansas City, Mo. (Photo courtesy of Associated Press) COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) – Abortions are
Jacob Pyeatt (Center/Photo courtesy of Reily Rogers via Arkansas State University) BOSTON, Mass./NASHVILLE, Tenn./BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (2/14/25) – Jacob Pyeatt shattered his own school record in the 5000 meters Friday to highlight competition for the Arkansas State track
The postseason will get underway for the Mountain Home High School girls’ wrestling team on Saturday morning. The Lady Bombers will be in Searcy for the Class 5A North Regional Tournament. Action begins at 10. WebReadyTM Powered
There is basketball scheduled for Saturday as area teams will be in tournament play. Both of Cotter’s teams will be in the opening games of the 2A-2 District Tournament at Tuckerman. The Lady Warriors will go up
The Mountain Home High School soccer teams are set for a preseason tuneup on Saturday. The Bombers and Lady Bombers will have their annual alumni matches at Bomber Stadium. The girls’ match kicks off at 1 followed
The Cotter High School basketball teams split their final games of the regular season with Lead Hill on Friday. The Lady Warriors will go into the postseason on a winning note. Cotter beat the Lady Tigers by
The Mountain Home High School basketball teams ended up with another split as they went to Van Buren on Friday. The Lady Bombers came from behind to get past the Lady Pointers 49-46. The game ended up
The ASU-Mountain Home baseball team began its run in the Perfect Game JUCO Invitational with a pair of big wins Friday in Millington, Tenn. The TrailBlazers began the day by with a 2-0 shutout win over Indian
Photo courtesy of University of Arkansas FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – No. 5 Arkansas (2-0) recorded a walk-off win on Opening Day for the first time since 2009 and swept its Opening Day doubleheader against Washington State (0-2) on
Photo courtesy of University of Arkansas RUSTON, La. – The No. 13 Arkansas Razorbacks improved to 7-0 courtesy of a pair of run-rule victories over ULM (11-2, 6 inn.) and Louisiana Tech (9-1, 5 inn.) on Friday
The Twin Lakes Area could have a couple of periods of a wintry mix within the next week. Meteorologist Eric Greene of the National Weather Service office in North Little Rock says the first chance of snow
On February 20, 2022, a naked man who had attempted to kick in the front doors of three homes was arrested. Forty-four-year-old Nicholas James Foti’s case was dismissed by the state during a session of Baxter County
Ezekiel Kipfer (Photo courtesy of Izard County Sheriff’s Office) An Izard County man accused of raping a minor has entered into a plea agreement with the 16th Judicial District Prosecuting Attorney’s Office. Thirty-year-old Ezekiel Kipfer of the
It was a busy week in the Arkansas Legislature, with lawmakers passing three significant bills, including measures for free breakfast for public school students, restrictions on cell phone use in schools, and support for maternal and infant
The Arkansas Department of Health’s (ADH) weekly respiratory disease report released Thursday shows the intensity level is still very high, school absenteeism rates in the area remain high and 17 new deaths have been reported in the
Arvest Bank has announced that it has been named to the 2025 Forbes list of America’s Best Employers, marking the fourth consecutive year the bank has received this recognition. The Forbes America’s Best Employers 2025 list is
Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin at a January press conference. His office joined 19 other attorneys general, led by Idaho, in filing a brief defending Elon Musk’s actions in taking over various federal computerized payment systems. (Photo
An Arkansas priest has been arrested and charged with aggravated animal cruelty after allegations that he trapped and drowned cats. Charles Thessing, 63, a priest at St. Michael Church in West Memphis, was charged on February 10,
Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders announces details of the Arkansas ACCESS bill on Feb. 14, 2025. Education Sec. Jacob Oliva stands at left. Rep. Matthew Shepherd and Sen. Jonathan Dismang are at right. (Antoinette Grajeda/Arkansas Advocate) Gov. Sarah
The Norfork Public Schools Board of Education will meet Friday night at 5 in the cafeteria for a special session. On the agenda, the Board will meet in an executive session to discuss personnel. WebReadyTM Powered by
Mountain Home’s Caleb Due and the Bomber’s swim teams continued their impressive season Thursday night at the 5A West Conference Championship, with Due breaking two of his own school records and the team taking third-place in both
The Mountain Home High School baseball program’s Alumni Day has been postponed due to the threat of winter weather. The event, originally scheduled for Feb. 22, will now be held March 1 at McClain Park. In addition
High school basketball dominates the local Friday schedule as Mountain Home will be back on the road for the first time in a week-and-a-half. The Bombers and Lady Bombers will be near the Oklahoma line for an
Flippin will be represented in Friday’s Classes 4A/3A State Tournament at Fayetteville. The entire Bobcat boys’ team will compete, and Flippin will also have two of its girls at Ozark Lanes. Action gets underway at 11. WebReadyTM
The ASU-Mountain Home baseball is in Millington, Tenn., for a three-day event. The TrailBlazers will begin action in the Perfect Game JUCO Invitational on Friday as their opening opponent will be Indian Hills from Ottumwa, Iowa. ASU-Mountain
One of two people charged with involvement in the abuse of a four-year-old female appeared in Baxter County Circuit Court Monday (February 10). Twenty-five-year-old Ashlyn Rae Shelton, mother of the battered child and reported to be the
There must be something in the water in Marion County as a Yellville team recently claimed first place statewide in The Arkansas Game and Fish commission’s (AGFC) annual Umarex Big Squirrel Challenge. The Fred Berry Crooked Creek
Starting Monday, construction crews will begin work on the slab along Marion County Road 3022 as part of a project to install a box culvert and make necessary repairs. Marion County Judge Jason Stumph says the project
The latest unemployment numbers from the Arkansas Division of Workforce Services and the Missouri Economic Research and Information Center show an increase in December’s unemployment rates in north central Arkansas and mixed numbers in southern Missouri counties
Registration is now open for the Trailblazers Bike Club, a fun way for 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders to get outside, ride bikes, and enjoy the beauty of Mountain Home. Hosted by Mountain Home Parks and Recreation,
Nominations are now open for the 2025 Arkansas Food Hall of Fame, which honors food establishments that reflect the states unique culinary heritage. The Division of Arkansas Heritage is accepting nominations through Feb. 28. The program, now
Cotter’s junior girls with trophies for finishing as 2A-2 conference co-champions and district tournament champions Cotter ended up with splitting the championship games of the 2A-2 Junior District Tournament Thursday evening at Mammoth Spring. The Junior Lady
Photo courtesy of University of Arkansas FAYETTEVILLE – Arkansas women’s basketball fell to 2-10 in SEC play after a 89-50 loss to Ole Miss (17-7, 8-4 SEC) on Thursday night in Bud Walton Arena. The Hogs (9-18)
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) – Mwani Wilkinson’s 17 points helped Little Rock defeat Tennessee Tech 79-75 on Thursday night. Wilkinson added nine rebounds and four steals for the Trojans (17-10, 11-5 Ohio Valley Conference). Tuongthach Gatkek also
CONWAY, Ark. (AP) – Robert McCray’s 16 points helped Jacksonville defeat Central Arkansas 77-62 on Thursday night. McCray added five rebounds for the Dolphins (16-9, 10-3 Atlantic Sun Conference). Kent Jackson shot 5 for 7, including 4
Former Arkansas Gov. Jim Guy Tucker attends Political Animals Club meeting March 21, 2014, in Little Rock. (Photo courtesy of Associated Press) LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) – Jim Guy Tucker, who became Arkansas’ governor when Bill Clinton
A proposed amendment to the Arkansas Constitution seeks to establish a Bill of Rights for individuals affected by violent or sexual crimes. House Joint Resolution 1021, if passed, would create a Victim’s Bill of Rights amendment. This
Terry McCurter, the owner of three massage parlors in Russellville, is suing the city for access to court records after his businesses were shut down during a statewide operation aimed at combating human trafficking. McCurter’s attorney, John
Two deputies from the Baxter County Sheriff’s Office will equipped with new and up to date protective vests thanks to an anonymous donation. A resident of Florida donated $2,000 to the Baxter County Sheriff’s Foundation to fund
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.
From left: Chiropractor Dr. Bill Smith; Sen. Clint Penzo, R-Springdale; Rep. Matt Duffield, R-Russellville; and dentist Dr. Chester Clark address the Senate Public Health, Welfare and Labor Committee on Wednesday, February 12, 2025. Penzo and Duffield presented
Sen. Kim Hammer, R-Benton, presents bills he said would increase the integrity of the state’s ballot measure process to the Arkansas Senate on Feb. 12, 2025. (Antoinette Grajeda/Arkansas Advocate) The Arkansas Senate on Wednesday approved legislation to
Basketball makes up much of the local Thursday schedule as the postseason continues for area junior high teams. Both of Cotter’s teams will play in the championship games of the 2A-2 Junior District Tournament at Mammoth Spring.
Basketball makes up much of the local Thursday schedule as the postseason continues for area junior high teams. Both of Cotter’s teams will play in the championship games of the 2A-2 Junior District Tournament at Mammoth Spring.
The postseason gets underway on Thursday for the Mountain Home High School swim teams. The Bombers and Lady Bombers will be in Russellville for the 5A-West Conference Meet. Action begins at 5. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
Image courtesy of Evangel University Football After a season in which he broke two school records, a member of the Mountain Home High School football team has made his decision play on the collegiate level official. Bomber
A man accused of writing thousands of dollars in bad checks to businesses in Arkansas and Missouri to purchase items ranging from a pumpkin to a zero-turn mower appeared in Baxter County Circuit Court Monday (February 10).
A Mountain Home man entered a guilty plea to charges against him during a session of Baxter County Circuit Court Monday (February 10) and was given a three-year prison sentence. In one case, 33-year-old Kory Adam Charlton
Senate Bill 142, also known as the “Bell to Bell, No Cell Act,” has passed committee and is set to be reviewed by the House floor. The bill would require school districts to develop cellphone policies that
The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission (AGFC) has confirmed a deer harvested in Baxter County has tested positive for chronic wasting disease. The deer, a three-and-a-half-year-old buck, was harvested in November during the 2024-25 hunting season and
A recent addition to the Mountain Home Parks and Recreation team is bringing fresh ideas and plans for the upcoming year. Sayre Whiteley was recently hired as the new recreation sports and activity manager to support the
Several basketball teams were in Salem on Wednesday as the 3A-2 Junior District Tournament wrapped up its opening round. On the girls’ side, the host Junior Lady Greyhounds defeated Valley Springs 43-32, and Melbourne got past Cave
The Mountain Home High School bowling teams wrapped up their season Wednesday in the Class 5A State Tournament Wednesday at the Allfam Bowling Center in Cabot. The Bomber boys finished in seventh place with a total of
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (AP) – Zvonimir Ivisic scored 25 points shooting 10 for 13 and Johnell Davis scored 11 points and Arkansas beat LSU 70-58 on Wednesday night. D.J. Wagner scored 10 point for Arkansas, which shot 51.9%
Missouri guard Mark Mitchell dunks the ball during an NCAA college basketball game against Oklahoma Wednesday in Columbia, Mo. (Photo courtesy of the Missourian via Associated Press) COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) – Mark Mitchell scored 19 points in
JONESBORO, Ark. (AP) – Kobe Julien’s 20 points helped Arkansas State defeat Southern Miss 101-67 on Wednesday night. Julien had three steals for the Red Wolves (19-7, 10-3 Sun Belt Conference). Joseph Pinion scored 15 points and
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (AP) – Michael Osei-Bonsu’s 16 points helped Missouri State defeat Evansville 71-54 on Wednesday night. Osei-Bonsu also had seven rebounds for the Bears (9-17, 2-13 Missouri Valley Conference). Vincent Brady II shot 5 for 9
Norfork’s boys with their state runner-up trophy (Photo courtesy of Norfork School District) Three area high schools sent their bowling teams to Jonesboro on Wednesday to compete in the Classes 2A/1A State Tournament Wednesday at Hijinx. The
St. Louis Cardinals third baseman Nolan Arenado throws to first base in the ninth inning of a baseball game Sept. 25, 2024, in Denver. (Photo courtesy of Associated Press) JUPITER, Fla. (AP) – After spending much off
While we didn’t see snow showers on Wednesday, the Twin Lakes area did experience significant rainfall in the morning leading into the later afternoon hours. As we gear up for a night with low temperatures reaching 17
The Lakeview Planning and Zoning Commission will meet Thursday at 9 a.m. at the Lloyd Travis Municipal Center. The agenda includes continued discussion on the future of the one-mile extraterritorial zoning area around the city. WebReadyTM
The Crawford County Sheriff’s Office has issued a Silver Alert for a man that was reported missing Tuesday. 61-year-old Steven Mark Law was last reported to be at 5308 Kibler Rd in the Van Buren/Fort Smith area.
Rep. Jack Ladyman, R-Jonesboro, presents a bill to the House Committee on Public Health, Welfare and Labor on Feb. 11, 2025. The bill would require Disability Rights Arkansas, a federally funded nonprofit, to provide reports to the
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is implementing a cap on research project funding, limiting indirect cost reimbursements to 15%. The policy change could result in significant research budget cuts at the University of Arkansas for Medical
Rilyn Robins A local high school basketball player hit a milestone earlier this season that is considered a rare feat. When Flippin senior Rilyn Robins finishes his career as a Bobcat, he will end up with over
There is junior high basketball scheduled for Wednesday as district tournaments continue around the area. The opening round of the 3A-2 Junior District Tournament will come to an end at Salem. On the girls’ side, Melbourne and
Mountain Home is among the area high school whose postseason continues for bowling. The Bombers and Lady Bombers will be in Cabot on Wednesday for the Class 5A State Tournament. Mountain Home’s boys finished second in the
Authorities have released the name of a man fatally struck by a train in West Plains. According to the Howell County Sheriff’s Office, 49-year-old Charles Lightfoot Jr. of West Plains was hit after noon on Monday near
Another youth sports organization is getting ready for its spring season. The Flippin Soccer League is in the process of taking registrations for boys and girls ages 12 to 15. The cost to participate is $35. Practices
A Calico Rock man faces multiple charges after allegedly fleeing from authorities in a stolen vehicle. Thirty-nine-year-old Lewie Branscum is charged with theft, reckless driving, expired driver’s license, disregarding a stop sign, with a habitual offender status.
A Marion County man recently returned home to find a woman sleeping in his bed and food removed from his kitchen, but unlike the fairytale, this woman was not Goldilocks. Arrested following the incident was 44-year-old Lisa
A rural Mountain Home man diagnosed with mental problems and reported to have been refusing to take his medications for some time was arrested September 10 last year for chasing a victim armed with a knife. Sixty-year-old
A Harrison man has been arrested after allegedly assaulting and threatening a woman. Twenty-five-year-old George Lester Foster faces charges of aggravated assault, terroristic threatening, and resisting arrest. According to a probable cause affidavit, Boone County sheriff’s deputies
Celebrating 20 years, Hospice of the Ozarks’ house looks to the community that built it to participate in its future improvements. Last year, Hospice of the Ozarks had to make a large purchase for a new roof
The Arkansas Razorback basketball team will play its second straight home game on Wednesday. The Hogs are set to welcome LSU to Fayetteville. Arkansas is currently 14-9 on the season and 3-7 in the SEC following a
Missouri will be on the home floor as it looks to bounce back from two straight losses. The 21st-ranked Tigers are set for an outing with Oklahoma at Columbia. Mizzou is 17-6 overall and 6-4 in the
The Cotter High School basketball teams had a rough Senior Night as they were swept by Jasper. The Warriors lost the boys’ game to the Pirates 62-54. Cotter also fell to Jasper in the girls’ contest 49-31.
The Mountain Home High School basketball teams wrapped up their two-game home stand by pulling off a sweep over Siloam Springs on Tuesday. Matt Sharp has the details. Listen: click to download audio The Bombers came from
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) – Rob Martin’s 17 points helped Southeast Missouri State defeat Little Rock 57-45 on Tuesday night. Martin shot 5 of 16 from the field, including 1 for 5 from 3-point range, and went
After a back and forth between the 95th General Assembly and the House Education Committee, the amendment to Senate Bill 142 the bill has passed committee and is now set to be reviewed by the House floor.
The 95th General Assembly saw notable developments in pharmacy-related legislation on Monday. One of the key bills, Senate Bill 58, which passed on Thursday, seeks to allow non-profit hospitals to operate a licensed pharmacy.The bill removes the
Arkansas State University-Mountain Home (ASUMH) has reported a notable increase in spring enrollment for 2025, with a headcount of 1,266 students, marking an 11% rise over the previous year. Chancellor Bentley Wallace expressed enthusiasm about the growth,
St. Louis Cardinals second baseman Brendan Donovan in the fifth inning of a baseball game Sept. 24, 2024, in Denver. (Photo courtesy of Associated Press) ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) – Brendan Donovan went to salary arbitration with
While authorities continue their search for a missing Mountain Home woman, they were able to get a break in the case. The Mountain Home Police Department was able to track the vehicle of 95-year-old Belva Day into
A number of local students have been recognized for their academic excellence in the Fall 2024 semester at Arkansas State University (ASU) in Jonesboro. The university recently announced its Chancellor’s and Dean’s lists, which honor undergraduate students
In a special meeting Monday night, the Norfork Public Schools Board of Education convened to discuss personnel matters related to the replacement of Superintendent Chip Layne. Board President Stacey Ferretti said the board appointed Elementary Principal Stacey
Olivia Stallings, 10, discusses the importance of learning about state government before a crowd in the Arkansas Capitol on Feb. 10, 2025. (Mary Hennigan/Arkansas Advocate) Across Arkansas’ political spectrum, children are often a focus of proposed legislation.
High school basketball makes up the local Tuesday schedule as Mountain Home wraps up its current home stand. The Bombers and Lady Bombers are set for another matchup with Siloam Springs. Mountain Home’s girls come into the
(Photo courtesy of the Fulton County Sheriff’s Department) A Fulton County man has been sentenced for a murder that occurred over twenty years ago. Dennis Kingston confessed in 2023 to the killing of David Stone, who was
(Photo courtesy of the Craighead County Sheriffs Office) A Jonesboro man is behind bars after allegedly threatening to kill two people in their sleep. 25-year-old Rickey Dewayne Harris is being charged with first-degree terroristic threatening, possession of
A bill that would require Arkansas public schools to show students a human development video stalled in committee Monday. Since Rep. Mary Bentley, R-Perryville, introduced House Bill 1180 last week, the legislation has received pushback from critics
Arkansas Sports Media High School Girls Basketball Poll Following is the Overall Top 10 high school girls basketball teams in Arkansas and the top five in Classes 6A, 5A, 4A, 3A, 2A and 1A, as voted
Arkansas Sports Media High School Boys Basketball Poll Following is the Overall Top 10 high school boys basketball teams in Arkansas and the top five in Classes 6A, 5A, 4A, 3A, 2A and 1A, as voted
Livi Fosness (Photo courtesy of Lara Rivera Photography) A member of the Mountain Home High School girls’ basketball team was honored Monday by the voters on High School on Sports Illustrated. Lady Bomber junior Livi Fosness was
The Mountain Home High School wrestling teams wrapped up their regular season Monday by sweeping a pair of duals over Pottsville on Senior Night. The Lady Bombers defeated the Lady Apaches 60-12. Mountain Home picked up wins
The Mountain Home freshman girls’ basketball team watched its season come to an end in the Northeast Arkansas District Tournament on Monday. The Junior Lady Bombers went to Paragould and suffered a 47-22 loss to Greene County
Dominick Kersey (Photo courtersy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) A Gamaliel man is accused of attacking three individuals at a residence, including a juvenile. Twenty-year-old Dominick Kersey is in the Baxter County Detention Center facing charges of
Photo courtesy of the Doobie Brothers A legendary rock and roll band will be going on tour later this year to promote its upcoming album, and an area venue will be among its stops. The Doobie Brothers
The Baxter County Conservation District is giving land owners in the Hicks Creek Watershed an opportunity to help offset the cost of implementing new practices to help prevent water pollution in the area. Property containing livestock in
The City of Mountain Home issued 22 business licenses in January, which includes 11 home-based, according to a report from Jeannie Anderson, Building Inspection Manager.The 11 business licenses include: – Dog Gone Pretty, a dog grooming business,
After a thorough budget review, the Board of the Caulfield Community Building has voted to close the facility until sufficient funding becomes available to cover operational expenses. The building requires about $5,000 annually for insurance, electricity, and
The Marion County Quorum Court will meet in regular session Tuesday night at 5:30. Items on the agenda include: – appropriations to the County Building fund to pay for the clean up and painting of the courthouse
The Norfork City Council will hold a workshop meeting Tuesday night at 6:30 at Norfork City Hall. Items on the agenda include: – appointment of Alex Eisele to the Planning Commission – Legislative audit of 2022 and
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) – Dorian McMillian scored 17 points to lead Jackson State to a 94-78 victory over Arkansas-Pine Bluff on Monday night, spoiling a triple-double by Doctor Bradley. McMillian added five rebounds for the Tigers (8-16,
Belva Day and a Buick similar to one she’s believed to be traveling in (Photos courtesy of the AWARE Foundation, Inc.) Authorities are continuing their search for a missing Mountain Home woman. The Arkansas State Police announced
On behalf of the 27,000 members of Missouri FFA, Governor Mike Kehoe proclaimed February 1522, 2025, as National FFA Week in Missouri. To honor the FFA tradition of students driving their tractors to school during this week,
With precipitation and near freezing temperatures highlighting the forecast the next few days, many are wondering if we’ve got more winter precipitation heading to the Twin Lakes area this week. KTLO, Classic Hits and the Boot News
LITTLE ROCK, AR (February 10, 2025) The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Fay W. Boozman College of Public Health has announced it will begin offering a doctoral program in Environmental Health Sciences (EHS) starting
The Bull Shoals City Council Parks Committee will meet Tuesday evening at 6:30 in the Council Chambers of the Bull Shoals City Hall. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
The Pine Bluff Public Library was severely damaged late Saturday night, resulting in an estimated $20,000 or more in destruction. A 30-year-old man, Quandarian Green, was arrested in connection with the incident. Ricky Williams, the library director,
The Norfork Public Schools Board of Education will meet Monday night at 5 in the cafeteria. Items on the agenda include an executive session to discuss personnel matters. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
Ronnie Ritter, executive director of Arkansas Hunters Feeding the Hungry, leans against a refrigerated trailer that he drives across the state to hunting clubs. The deer are processed into snack sticks, which have become a staple in
The Mountain Home Planning Commission will meet Monday afternoon at 1 in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building. Items on the agenda include: – approval of a landscape and facade for the Mountain Home Burger Company
In January, 10 building permits were issued, according to a report from Mountain Home Planning and Engineering Office Manager Jeannie Anderson. A new commercial construction permit was issued to David Kear on behalf of Oak Restaurants, LLC,
Temperatures have trended slightly warmer in the forecast for Monday night into Tuesday morning lowering the chances of widespread freezing rain. The greatest chance of freezing rain and accumulation remains in the higher elevations of Boone
Basketball dominates the local Monday schedule as Mountain Home’s freshman girls will be among the junior high teams in postseason play. The Junior Lady Bombers will go to Paragould to face Greene County Tech for their second
The Mountain Home High School wrestling teams will wrap up their regular season on Monday. It’s Senior Night as they welcome Pottsville to Bomber Gymnasium. Action gets underway at 5:30. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
A Pontiac man suffered moderate injuries when his pickup truck overturned Saturday evening in Ozark County. The unidentified 34-year-old male was transported by ambulance to Baxter Health. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the male was
Joshua Robison (Photo courtesy of Fulton County Sheriff’s Office) A Fulton County man has been arrested for filming underage girls in his bathroom. Facing three felony charges in the case is 45-year-old Joshua Craig Robison of Cherokee
Baxter Health will celebrate the completion of the Cline Emergency Center remodel and expansion with a ribbon-cutting ceremony this Thursday from Noon until 1 in the center’s lobby. The project, funded by Baxter Health Foundation donors, adds
The Twin Lakes Community Foundation is continuing to take applications for its 2025 Giving Tree Grants, but the deadline is getting closer. Applications are being accepted through Saturday. Any 501(c)(3) nonprofit, school, hospital or government agency in
The Mountain Home Rifle Team recently earned top rankings in a highly competitive field. Competing in White Hall on Feb. 1, the team secured the top state ranking at the White Hall 3-Position Air Rifle competition. The
Arkansas patients spent $24 million on medical marijuana in December, making the total for 2024 $275.9 million, a decrease from the record of $283 million set in 2023 according to data from the Arkansas Department of Finance
The Baxter County Election Commission will hold a short meeting Monday afternoon at 4 in the 3rd floor conference room of the Baxter County Courthouse. The meeting is to swear in the returning three election commissioners and
The Yellville-Summit School Board will meet in regular session Monday night at 5:30 at the Yellville-Summit Administrative Building. Agenda items include monthly budget and financial reports, a petition for student transfers, contract renewals for occupational and physical
Prior to the Salesville City Council meeting Monday night, a public hearing will be held at 5:30 to discuss the Salesville Fire Department applying for a Rural Development Block Grant in support of constructions of a new
Photo courtesy of University of Arkansas ATHENS, Ga. – Arkansas women’s basketball fell to 2-9 in SEC play after a 62-61 loss to Georgia (10-15, 2-9 SEC) inside Stegeman Coliseum on Sunday afternoon. The game was tied
Philadelphia Eagles players celebrate with the Vince Lombardi Trophy after they won Super Bowl 59 against the Kansas City Chiefs Sunday in New Orleans. (Photo courtesy of Associated Press) NEW ORLEANS (AP) – Cooper DeJean, Josh Sweat
ST. LOUIS – A registered sex offender from Farmington, Missouri on Friday admitted possessing child sexual abuse material and sending it to his girlfriend’s father. Stephen Curtis Mincey Watters, 39, of Farmington, Missouri, pleaded guilty in U.S.
JONESBORO – Terry Duane Qualls, a multi-convicted felon, will spend the next 262 months in federal prison for possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine and for being a felon in possession of a firearm. Jonathan D. Ross,
The Mountain Home High School wrestling teams were in Van Buren on Saturday for the Class 5A State Duals. The Lady Bombers finished fourth on the girls’ side. Mountain Home began the morning with a 42-39 victory
Mountain Home’s freshman basketball teams had mixed results as they played their openers in the Northeast Arkansas District Tournament Saturday in West Memphis. The Junior Lady Bombers were able to hold off West Memphis West for the
Alabama guard Mark Sears drives past Arkansas forward Karter Knox during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game Saturday in Fayetteville. (Photo courtesy of Associated Press) FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (AP) – Grant Nelson and Chris Youngblood
Texas A&M’s Wade Taylor IV celebrates after his winning basket of the final seconds of an NCAA college basketball game against Missouri Saturday in Columbia, Mo. (Photo courtesy of Associated Press) COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) – Wade Taylor
KENT, Ohio (AP) – Jalen Sullinger scored 27 points and Jamal Sumlin made two free throws with 15 seconds left to rally Kent State to a 76-75 victory over Arkansas State on Saturday. Sullinger shot 9 of
MOREHEAD, Ky. (AP) – Johnathan Lawson had 24 points in Little Rock’s 76-62 win over Morehead State on Saturday. Lawson added three steals for the Trojans (16-9, 10-4 Ohio Valley Conference). Jordan Jefferson scored 14 points while
CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (AP) – Tate McCubbin had 27 points in Austin Peay’s 90-67 victory over Central Arkansas on Saturday night. McCubbin also contributed four steals for the Governors (10-15, 5-7 Atlantic Sun Conference). Isaac Haney went 7
LORMAN, Miss. (AP) – Marcus Tankersley scored 15 points as Alcorn State beat Arkansas-Pine Bluff 79-60 on Saturday night. Tankersley shot 4 of 8 from the field and 7 of 8 from the free-throw line for the
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) – Tyler Lundblade had 27 points in Belmonts 85-68 victory against Missouri State on Saturday night. Lundblade shot 9 for 15 from beyond the arc for the Bruins (17-8, 9-5 Missouri Valley Conference). Isaiah
Photo courtesy of University of Arkansas SAN MARCOS, Texas – The No. 13/14 Arkansas Razorbacks improved to 5-0 by way of a 9-1 run-rule win over Bradley (6 inn.) and a resilient 2-1 victory over San Diego
Image courtesy of National Weather Service The Twin Lakes Area continues to be on the lookout for the possibility of a freezing mix, mainly for the middle of the week. Meteorologist Colby Pope of the National Weather
Belva Day (Photo courtesy of Arkansas State Police) A Silver Alert has been issued by the Arkansas State Police for a missing Mountain Home woman. Mountain Home Police Chief Eddie Griffin requested the alert for 95-year-old Belva
Photo courtesy of Arkansas State Police LEHI, Ark. – On Wednesday, around 5:30 p.m., Arkansas State Police (ASP) stopped a 2025 Audi SUV on Interstate 40 eastbound near the 273-mile marker in Crittenden County for a traffic
A Boone County man is facing charges in connection to two theft incidents on the same day. Thirty-four-year-old Travis Woolsey has been charged with two felony counts of theft of property. According to a probable cause affidavit,
The Mountain Home Fire Department (MHFD) recently saved the life of a child thanks to a recent purchase of LifeVac Choking Rescue devices. MHFD engineer and NREMT Jake Bickford says the device can be used as an
Harrison restaurant owner Joe DeVito will be inducted into the Arkansas Tourism Hall of Fame during the 51st annual Arkansas Governor’s Conference on Tourism. The honor is awarded annually to individuals who have been actively involved in
Entries are now open for the Fulton County Fair Beauty Pageants and Youth Talent Contest, set for July 12 at the Salem Civic Center on the Fulton County Fairgrounds. A Photogenic Contest will be held alongside the
The Briarcliff City Council will hold its monthly meeting Monday afternoon at 3 at the Tracy Fire Department. The meeting is open to the public. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
Izard County High School chess team The Izard County High School chess team recently won the Class 1A-3A Regional Tournament on the campus of Arkansas State University in Jonesboro. The win qualifies the Cougars for the state
Photo courtesy of Mountain Home Bomber Football The Ronnie Roach/Arkansas Football Coaches Association Clinic is being held this weekend in Hot Springs, and Mountain Home received another honor from this past high school season. The Bombers were
The Mountain Home High School teams will be in Van Buren for a big event on Saturday. The Bombers and Lady Bombers will compete in the Class 5A State Duals. The girls will hit the mat at
There is junior high basketball scheduled for Saturday as both of Mountain Home’s freshman teams will be among those beginning postseason play. Both teams will be in West Memphis for the start of the Northeast Arkansas District
Photo courtesy of Norfork School District Three area high schools sent their bowling teams to Jonesboro on Friday for the 2A/1A-East Conference Tournament, and all of their teams clinched state tournament bids. Norfork’s boys added another conference
The Mountain Home High School basketball teams had mixed results for Sweetheart Royalty Night as they hosted Russellville on Friday. The Lady Bombers began the night with a 67-42 victory over the Lady Cyclones. Laykin Moore and
Norfork split its high school basketball games with Crowley’s Ridge Academy on Friday. The Lady Panthers put the mercy rule in effect as they pounded the Lady Falcons 68-32. Norfork was not as fortunate in the boys’
Image courtesy of National Weather Service The Twin Lakes Area is starting off the coming week with rain chances, but it may turn into something more a few days later. Meteorologist Colby Pope of the National Weather
Michael Moore (Photo courtesy of Marion County Sheriff’s Office) A joint investigation by the Marion County Sheriff’s Office and the Arkansas State Police into the death of a female last year has resulted into the arrest of
A Mountain Home woman has been arrested after she was accused of stealing from a store 16 times over the course of a few months. Twenty-six-year-old Ariana Lynn Camp is facing charges of theft of property for
A Boone County woman is accused of fraudulently using a bank card without consent. Forty-five-year-old Tonda Martin faces charges of financial identity fraud, theft of property, and fraudulent use of a credit or debit card.According to a
The Arkansas Department of Health’s (ADH) weekly respiratory disease report released Friday shows the intensity level has climbed and school absenteeism rates in the area have soared. The scale has three levels of very high, three levels
Erin Smith and Noah Merry (Photo courtesy of Melissa Czeschin-Stowers) Sweetheart Royalty was crowned Friday during the Mountain Home High School basketball games. Senior Erin Smith was selected as the queen. She is the daughter of Jason
Spring sports are drawing near, and Mountain Home Parks and Recreation is continuing the push to get youth registered. Soccer, baseball, softball, bomber ball and tee ball are open for registration until Monday. Mountain Home Parks and
The Mountain Home NJROTC recently had the opportunity to demonstrate their discipline and competitive spirit during a recent trip to Western Heights, Okla. The team visited the University of Oklahoma to tour the university’s Navy ROTC and
As we approach the weekend, many area residents are gearing up for the possibility of more wintry conditions hitting the Twin Lakes area starting Monday and lasting up until Thursday. KTLO, Classic Hits and The Boot News
The expansion of Arkansas’ Child Care Assistance Program last January to include early child care workers and adoptive parents resulted in more than 2,600 additional students receiving assistance to attend high quality child care programs. The increase
U.S. Senators John Boozman (R-AR) and Tom Cotton (R-AR), alongside Senator Mike Crapo (R-ID), have introduced the Hearing Protection Act, a new piece of legislation designed to help law-abiding gun owners more easily access suppressors to protect
On Friday morning, the Mountain Home Chamber of Commerce hosted the State of Healthcare breakfast at Real Life Church, featuring Baxter Health CEO Ron Peterson as the keynote speaker. The event, sponsored by Baxter Health, provided insight
Friday’s high school basketball schedule includes the annual Sweetheart Royalty Night for Mountain Home. The Bombers and Lady Bombers will begin a two-game home stand by welcoming Russellville to the Twin Lakes Area. Mountain Home’s girls are
Addison Decker (Photo courtesy of Lara Rivera Photography) A member of the Cotter High School volleyball team was recently named to one of the Arkansas High School Coaches Association All-Star rosters. That was one of several accolades
Three area high schools will have their bowling teams in Jonesboro on Friday for the start of their postseason. Norfork, Calico Rock and Izard County are set to compete in the 2A/1A-East Conference Tournament. Action begins at
The Mountain Home Bombers junior high basketball teams wrapped up their regular season Thursday night, hosting Batesville at The Hangar. The evening featured a slate of competitive matchups, highlighted by strong performances from both the Lady Bombers
A Mountain Home man was one of three killed, and a Gamaliel man was one of five injured in a two-vehicle accident Thursday morning north of Jonesboro. Fifty-eight-year-old John Lewis of Mountain Home, 63-year-old David Vanwinkle of
An Ozark County woman charged with murder after her boyfriend was thrown from a moving vehicle and killed following a domestic incident has been sentenced to 14 years in prison. On Wednesday, 50-year-old Lori Shannon Collins entered
Two convenience store employees in Fulton County have been arrested for using money from the store to purchase Bitcoin from a machine inside the store. Charged in the theft are 41-year-old Dennis C. Kemp and 52-year-old Elizabeth
Mountain Home Plant showing new branding for Vantive Vantive, formerly Baxter Kidney Care, has launched as an independent vital organ therapy company following its acquisition by Carlyle from Baxter International Inc. as of Monday this week. The
In a January meeting of the Mountain Home Advertising and Promotion (A&P) Commission, Mountain Home City Attorney urged the commission to begin requiring written contracts for money requests, specifically from entities such as the Mountain Home Area
It was a busy session for the Mountain Home City Council Thursday night with ten items passed in a fairly quick session that lasted 33 minutes. The council approved the nominations of two people to the Advertising
The ASU-Mountain Home baseball team had mixed results Thursday as they went to Parsons, Kan., and took on Labette for a doubleheader. The first game ended with the TrailBlazers’ first victory of the season as they invoked
Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones signs autographs along the red carpet at the NFL Honors award show ahead of Super Bowl 59 Thursday in New Orleans. (Photo courtesy of Associated Press) NEW ORLEANS (AP) – Jerry Jones
Fox Sports rules analyst Mike Pereira on the sideline before warm-ups prior to an NFL football game Sept. 22, 2024, in Arlington, Texas (Photo courtesy of Associated Press) NEW ORLEANS (AP) – Mike Pereira walked out to
Black Hills Energy crews are responding to a damaged gas line located at 1107 Highway 62 East in Mountain Home. The company is working alongside first responders to secure the area and ensure repairs can be made
Arkansas State Police (ASP) have issued an AMBER alert for a missing 16-year-old pregnant teen, Sophia Franklin, who authorities believe was kidnapped by a man from Arkansas. Franklin was last seen at her home in Beaver Dam,
Following the resignation of its superintendent Chip Layne, the Norfork School District is to buy out the remainder of his contract Friday. According to the separation agreement, Layne had two full contract years remaining. Both Layne and
Drivers should use caution when traveling on U.S. Highway 62/412 East in Mountain Home Thursday afternoon while crews work to repair a gas line leak. According to emergency management, a portion of the highway in front of
