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    U.S. Highway 62B and Arkansas Highway 5 North in Mountain Home at 7:35 Sunday morning (Image courtesy of Arkansas Department of Transportation) Some of the snow was able to melt on Saturday due in part to

A Harrison man was killed in a two-vehicle crash in Searcy County Tuesday evening. The Arkansas State Police identified the victim as 34-year-old Thomas Clay Clark. The driver of the other vehicle, 62-year-old Mary Pollyea of Jasper,

The year 2024 had its share of natural disasters in the Twin Lakes Area, including some tornadoes proving to be deadly. It also ended up being the ninth-wettest year on record, and the only two days of

The Salesville City Council will meet Monday night at 6 at Salesville City Hall. Items on the agenda include records destruction. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI

U.S. Highway 62B and Arkansas Highway 5 North in Mountain Home at 1 Saturday afternoon (Image courtesy of Arkansas Department of Transportation) Progress is continuing Saturday on area roadways following the recent snowfall. In Baxter County, the

Several area roadways have been cleared overnight, while others remain in rough condition. In addition, patchy ice has been a concern with the Saturday morning lows getting down into the teens. Scott Manchester of the Mountain Home

A lot of snow fell Thursday night into Friday afternoon in north central Arkansas and southern Missouri, but the amounts varied throughout the Twin Lakes Area. Meteorologist Thomas Jones says the National Weather Service office in North

Students are preparing to take the next step towards their degrees at ASU-Mountain Home (ASUMH). Spring classes begin Monday, with late registration being available even after they’ve begun. Chancellor of ASUMH Dr. Bentley Wallace urges those who

Salem United Methodist Church is celebrating 150 years of faith and service with a special worship service and celebration this Sunday morning at 11. The service will feature Rev. Zach Roberts, superintendent of the Northeast District of

The Mountain Home City Council will hold a special session on Monday evening at 5 in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building. The meeting will focus on a single agenda item: a bid waiver to permit

Arkansas Highway 178 in Lakeview (Photo courtesy of Paul Szecsi) Crews have been working to clear roadways in the Twin Lakes Area following the snowfall that began Thursday night and ended Friday afternoon. At KTLO, Classic Hits

Bull Shoals Dam (Photo courtesy of Paul Szesci) Driving on the roadways in the Twin Lakes Area has been a tough task Friday. Baxter County Judge Kevin Litty crews are out trying to get the roads cleared

Images courtesy of National Weather Service The Twin Lakes Area has had a significant amount of snowfall, and a little more is expected. A winter storm warning remains in effect for north central Arkansas and southern Missouri

Ryan James Lindsey of Norfork, who faces the death penalty for his alleged involvement in the murder of 35-year-old Cody Stradford in December 2020, has picked up new charges stemming from violent outbursts and other offenses committed

Baxter County Sheriff John Montgomery is urging caution to drivers Friday morning as area roads remains covered as snow falls. The sheriff also states that his office is watching for refreezing into early Saturday morning could make

Marion County Sheriff Greg Alexander spoke with KTLO’s Sammy Raycraft on road conditions on a snowy Friday morning. Listen: click to download audio WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI

Mountain Home Mayor Hillary Adams spoke with KTLO’s Sammy Raycraft Friday morning for an update on snow removal and conditions in town as snow continues to fall. Listen: click to download audio WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI

The Baxter County Quorum Court will hold two special meetings next week on Monday and Wednesday at 5:30 in the 2nd-floor courtroom of the Baxter County Courthouse. According to a press release sent Thursday night from the

The Arkansas Department of Health’s (ADH) weekly respiratory disease report released Wednesday shows the intensity level has dropped one notch into the high category. The scale has three levels of very high, three levels of high, two

As winter weather approaches this weekend, Govenor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has mobilized 140 Arkansas National Guardsmen to state active duty to assist with potential challenges. The Guardsmen will staff 28 winter weather response teams across the state.

As wintry conditions begin to enter the Twin Lakes area, heavier snowfall is anticipated to begin Thursday night and continue through Friday morning. According to National Weather Service Meteorologist Chuck Rickard, snow will start light but intensify

Thursday night from 6 until 9, EastSide Baptist Church’s Family Life Center will open its doors as a warming center. In addition, a few locations in Mountain Home will serve as warming centers on Friday. The Mountain

North Arkansas Electric Cooperative CEO Mel Coleman spoke with KTLO, Classic Hits and The Boot News and says with the forecast changes overnight, they expect some outages, but not a system-wide outage. Listen: click to download audio

Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) crews are preparing for what has the potential to be a significant, statewide weather event Thursday, January 9, into Friday, January 10. Earlier this week, Arkansas saw its first bout of light

A few locations in Mountain Home will serve as warming centers on Friday. The Mountain Home Christian Clinic, located at 421 West Wade Avenue, will be open Thursday until 3 p.m. The Salvation Army will be open

A winter storm is poised to sweep across North Central Arkansas, bringing significant snowfall starting late Thursday and continuing into Friday morning. The National Weather Service has issued winter storm warnings for the region, with accumulations of

With the possibility of snow and icy conditions beginning Thursday night and running through Friday morning, area officials are beginning preparations to keep the public as safe as possible during this weather outbreak. The Baxter County Road

Baxter County Judge Kevin Litty appeared on KTLO’s morning show with Heather Loftis on Wednesday for his regularly scheduled monthly interview where he discussed the latest Quorum Court meeting. Tuesday night’s meeting drew a standing-room-only crowd as

Wednesday afternoon, the Mountain Home Police Department responded to a person in crisis call at a residence off Tipton Loop. Mountain Home Police Chief Eddie Griffin spoke with KTLO, Classic Hits and The Boot News and says

As Twin Lakes residents prepare for wintry conditions to impact the area on Thursday, the National Weather Service (NWS) has officially added North Central Arkansas to the list of areas under a winter storm warning. North Central

    The Moccasin Creek Bridge on Marion County Road 8060 has officially reopened for daily travel following months of emergency repairs, county officials announced Wednesday. Marion County Judge Jason Stumph expressed gratitude to residents for their patience

The Bull Shoals Planning Committee will hold a public hearing on January 14 at 6 at Bull Shoals City Hall.The hearing will be to discuss a zoning change from C-4 to R-3. The public is encouraged to

Thursday night at midnight through 6 Friday morning is setting up to be the time frame for the heaviest snow fall in latest models from the National Weather Service Wednesday morning. Winter precipitation will begin Thursday in

It was not long after the newly sworn-in Baxter County Justices of the Peace took on several controversial topics of the 2025 session. KTLO’s Heather Link has the report. Listen: click to download audio TRANSCRIPT The Baxter

Larry Babin (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) A wrongful death suit has been filed in federal court by the estate of Larry Charles Babin, Jr., who died after being taken to Baxter Health from the

With the recent and expected upcoming winter weather in the Twin Lakes area, meteorologist Dennis Cavanaugh from the National Weather Service spoke with KTLO News to give important reminders on how to prepare for wintery conditions. Cavanaugh

Arkansas residents needing help with energy bills this winter can now apply for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). LIHEAP’s winter benefits cover electricity, natural gas, propane, wood, fuel oil, and pellets. The program, available in

An event scheduled to be hosted by the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission has been postponed due to the threat of winter weather this weekend. The Umarex Big Squirrel Challenge was scheduled to begin Friday and continue

Five Mountain Home teens were involved in a single-vehicle accident on the night of December 30. The incident occurred on U.S. Highway 62/412 near Salem. KTLO, Classic Hits and The Boot News reached out to the Arkansas

The Briarcliff City Council will hold its monthly meeting January 14 at 3 in the afternoon at the Tracy Area Fire Department. Items on the agenda include an appointment to open council seat in Ward 1 and

Models are beginning to show increased probability of wide spread snow fall late Thursday into Friday as a winter system moves through the region, according to the National Weather Service.Meteorologist Lance Pyle spoke with KTLO News Tuesday

In December, the Mountain Home School Board approved the purchase of a weapons detection system for the junior high and high school campuses. The system, provided by local security company Entry Shield, is designed to be quick

A man from Lawrence County had an eventful day last Thursday in Fulton County when he allegedly stole a car, fled from deputies, stole cash while he was hiding in a home while law enforcement searched for

The latest unemployment numbers from the Arkansas Division of Workforce Services and the Missouri Economic Research and Information Center show an increase in November’s unemployment rates in north central Arkansas and but a slight dip in southern

The Flippin City Council will hold a special meeting Tuesday morning at 11 at Flippin City Hall to discuss the budget. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI

The Yellville City Council will meet in regular session Monday night at 6. Items on the agenda include: – swearing in of City Council members and Recorder/Treasurer; – appointment of Councilman Derek Pearson; – approval of 2025

Bitter cold temperatures are gripping the Twin Lakes area Monday morning, with wind chills near zero degrees prompting caution from National Weather Service Meteorologist Lance Pyle. “Wind chills this morning are around zero degrees, which could be

Buck Bagwell (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) A Mountain Home man is accused of taking a truck from a residence in the Norfork area. Forty-four-year-old Buck Bagwell was originally booked in the Baxter County Detention

The Arkansas Department of Health’s (ADH) weekly respiratory disease report released Friday shows the intensity level has risen into the very high category. The scale has three levels of very high, three levels of high, two levels

December ended up being the seventh month of last year to see above-average precipitation. While no daily records were broken, the rainfall last month resulted in 2024 becoming the ninth-wettest year on record in the Twin Lakes

The Baxter County Quorum Court will meet for their first session 2025 Tuesday night at 6 in the 2nd floor courtroom of the Baxter County Courthouse. Items on the agenda include: – the swearing in of new

Images courtesy of National Weather Service The Twin Lakes Area started having rain late Saturday night. That will continue through the day, but by Sunday evening, it may turn into a wintry mix. A winter weather advisory

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

Arkansas families have a new way to explore the outdoors with the launch of the Natural State Goosechase. The interactive app combines exploration, creativity, and fun, offering weekly challenges to connect people with nature. The Arkansas Game

Shayla Blocker and Robby Smith (Photos courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) A physical altercation last weekend in Henderson resulted in the arrest of two individuals. Thirty-year-old Shayla Blocker and 47-year-old Robby Smith are both facing a

Images courtesy of National Weather Service As we move into the weekend, a small chance for winter weather remains Sunday night. Meteorologist Jeff Hood from the National Weather Service office in North Little Rock says the Twin

North Arkansas Electric Cooperative (NAEC) is encouraging its members to prepare for potential winter weather and freezing temperatures expected in the coming days. While the National Weather Service’s Little Rock office has reduced the likelihood of freezing

Charges have been filed against a Boone County man after he was caught fleeing and resisting arrest. Forty-five-year-old Larry Thompson is facing charges of fleeing and refusal to submit to arrest. According to a probable cause affidavit,

The City of Gassville has rescheduled its January recycling trailer date to Jan. 11, from 9 until noon. The trailer will be located at 502 Lakeview Drive in Gassville. Residents are encouraged to participate by bringing recyclable

The head of the Arkansas Department of Human Services (DHS) and the agency’s chief attorney recently met with Prosecutor David Ethredge in Mountain Home to discuss how the system failed a 15-year-old male who was kept locked

A Boone County man has been arrested for allegedly assaulting another man and stealing his money and phone. Twenty-six-year-old Branden Renly faces a felony charge of aggravated robbery. According to a probable cause affidavit, Harrison Police Department

Big plans for the Mountain Home area are in the works as the new year rings out. Mountain Home Mayor Hillrey Adams recently spoke with KTLO, Classic Hits and The Boot News to preview some of the

Picture from Arkansas Game and Fish Commission; James Wray of Jonesboro Arkansas hunters harvested 20 elk during the 2024 hunting season, including several impressive bulls, according to the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission. The hunts, held in

The Mountain Home City Council held its first meeting of 2025 Thursday night which included the swearing in of the council members. It was the first meeting for new councilman Phillip Frame who replaces Paige Evans on

A man from Stone County has been arrested in White County on rape and sexual assault charges involving two minor girls. Facing six felony charges is 37-year-old Jason William Gude of Fox. According to online court documents

North Arkansas Electric Cooperative (NAEC) has announced a planned brief power outage for members served by the Henderson Substation on Tuesday night at 11. The outage is expected to last approximately 10 minutes. It will allow crews

    The Gassville City Council will meet Thursday night at at 5:30 where the Council and Recorder/Treasurer will be sworn into office for the new term. The meeting is open to the public and will be held

NWS models Thursday morning show decreased chances for snow in Northern Arkansas Twin Lakes residents are in for a wet and chilly weekend, but significant snowfall isn’’t expected, according to National Weather Service Meteorologist Colby Pope. While

As the state prepares for the start of legislative sessions, District 3 State Representative Stetson Painter spoke with KTLO, Classic Hits, and The Boot News to preview the items lawmakers plan to discuss. Painter says there will

Details have just been released about a high speed pursuit in August that injured a Boone County deputy. Arrested following the pursuit and facing 16 charges, including two felonies, was 43-year-old Ronnie Troy Edward Patrick of Harrison.

An arrest has been made after a car was stolen from a Gassville business nine months ago. Facing six charges in connection with the crime, including three felonies, is 37-year-old Michael Curtis Clements. According to the probable

The Mountain Home City Council will hold its regular meeting Thursday evening at 5 in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building. Agenda items include a resolution outlining the city’s organizational structure, adoption of committee assignments, and

The Bull Shoals City Council will hold a special meeting Friday evening at 6:30 in the Bull Shoals City Hall Council room. The meeting was called to set ordinance procedures. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI

As 2025 begins, a potential winter weather system is on the horizon, according to National Weather Service Meteorologist Joe Goudsward. “We are watching the potential of some winter weather,” Goudsward said, highlighting the weekend and into next

Two area residents were injured in a two-vehicle accident late Monday morning in southern Missouri. A 55-year-old Mammoth Spring man was transported by air ambulance to CoxHealth Medical Center South in Springfield with serious injuries, and a

A Mountain Home man has been arrested after fleeing from a deputy because he didn’t want to have his vehicle towed. The incident Friday night led to six charges being filed against 26-year-old Trey Riley Chism. According

A Norfork man has been arrested after he pointed a gun at his stepfather’s head during an argument. Facing a felony charge of aggravated assault on a family or household member is 20-year-old Jadon Orion Bayless. According

Mark and Tina Taylor (Photo courtesy of Mammoth Spring School District) An area public school district is beginning 2025 with new leadership. Mark Taylor was recently selected as the interim superintendent at Mammoth Spring effective New Year’s

The mission to preserve local history in Calico Rock is expanding with the addition of a historic building to the Calico Rock Museum. The museum recently purchased the Calico Rock Hardware Company building, the city’s second-oldest structure.

A Harrison woman has been arrested for allegedly breaking the window of a Popeyes restaurant in Mountain Home. Twenty-four-year-old Rebecca Cross faces charges of felony criminal mischief and misdemeanor disorderly conduct. According to the probable cause affidavit,

The Baxter County Farm Bureau Board and Young Farmers and Ranchers Committee have announced Hadleigh Baker as the December Agriculture Student of the Month. Baker, the daughter of Josh and Laura Beth Baker, is an active member

Baxter Health has announced the addition of Jamie Leach, LMSW, as the new Behavioral Health and Community Relations Specialist. Leach brings extensive experience and dedication to supporting the mental and emotional well-being of the community. Her professional

Parole has been denied for a former Gassville resident who was charged in Baxter County with abducting his then 19-year-old ex-girlfriend in the Walmart parking lot in 2015. Thirty-six-year-old Mark Anthony Galloway is alleged to have thrown

The City of Flippin will hold a budget meeting Monday night at 5. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI

Flags across the country will be lowered to half-staff until late next month to honor former President Jimmy Carter, who passed away Sunday at the age of 100. According to U.S. flag code, flags must be lowered

Many years ago, while on their way to Disney World for a vacation, the Morgan family made a special trip to Plains, Ga., to attend a Sunday School class taught by Jimmy Carter. According to the Atlanta

A teen suffered moderate injuries in a two-vehicle accident Sunday afternoon in Ozark County. The 16-year-old male juvenile from Ava was transported by a private vehicle to Ozarks Healthcare in West Plains. According to the Missouri State

An SUV caught fire Saturday afternoon in West Plains. According to a report from KYTV/KSPR, the blaze occurred in the parking lot at Walmart. The West Plains Fire Department states crews responded to the fire around 1.

With the end of 2024 and the start of 2025 coming up this week, many are expected to celebrate to bring in the new year. Local authorities are wanting area residents and visitors to enjoy their celebrations

Sales tax numbers for Baxter County and the City of Mountain Home continue to increase for the month of December. According to the Mountain Home Director of Finance and Treasury, Alma Clark, the city collected a total

KTLO, Classic Hits, and The Boot News is continuing to revisit 2024’s most viewed and talked-about stories, presented in no particular order. Some will highlight uplifting, feel-good moments, while others may reflect more serious or somber events.

As anglers hit Arkansas’s renowned trout waters this winter, the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission (AGFC) is urging caution to protect spawning trout and their nests, known as redds. Unlike other fish that spawn in warmer months,

While another Christmas has come and gone, area residents and visitors will have one more opportunity to see the Coulter Celebration of Lights. Sunday will be the last night for the drive-through display on the campus of

Tabatha Johnson (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office)KTLO, Classic Hits, and The Boot News is continuing to revisit 2024’s most viewed and talked-about stories, presented in no particular order. Some will highlight uplifting, feel-good moments, while

Photo courtesy of Forsyth Police Department Authorities are attempting to determine who may have left several deer hides on another person’s private property. Forsyth Police Chief Patrick Gray posted on the department’s Facebook nearly 100 carcasses were

Morgan Lanman (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) A sex offender registered with the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office has relocated to Baxter County. Twenty-six-year-old Morgan Lanman is now residing at 6646 Arkansas Highway 178 West in

The Arkansas Department of Health’s (ADH) weekly respiratory disease report released Friday shows the intensity level has risen to the top level of the high category. The scale has three levels of very high, three levels of

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is encouraging residents to repurpose their natural Christmas trees as fish habitats in Beaver Lake, Bull Shoals Lake, and Norfork Lake. Trees can be dropped off at any public launch ramp

KTLO, Classic Hits, and The Boot News is continuing to revisit 2024’s most viewed and talked-about stories, presented in no particular order. Some will highlight uplifting, feel-good moments, while others may reflect more serious or somber events.

Eighty-two-year-old Dr. Joe Tullis has reached a milestone few achieve – 50 years with Baxter Health’s radiology department. Known for his inquisitive nature and dedication, Tullis has no plans to retire, citing his passion for learning and

Steven Wheaton (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) A rural Baxter County man is accused of attempting to hit another male with a handgun at a local retailer. Thirty-nine-year-old Steven Wheaton is facing a felony count

Travis Wren (Photo courtesy of Marion County Sheriff’s Office) A man is in the Marion County Law Enforcement Center as he faces a charge of rape from an incident occurring nearly 3 1/2 years ago. Forty-nine-year-old Travis

The Marion County Sheriff’s Department has been recognized as an accredited law enforcement agency, marking a milestone for the department and the state. Marion County Sheriff Gregg Alexander recently announced the department earned Tier II Basic Accreditation

Arkansas patients spent $24 million on 6,759 pounds of medical marijuana in November according to data from the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration. This brings the total sales for the year to $251.9 million. With one

Issac and Tony Allen pictured in the famous meat dept at Allen’s Grocery KTLO, Classic Hits, and The Boot News is continuing to revisit 2024’s most viewed and talked-about stories, presented in no particular order. Some will

Parole for a Jordan area man sentenced to prison for assaulting his uncle, two neighbors and staff at the Baxter County Detention Center has been denied. Forty-six-year-old Jeremy Woods was first arrested on assault charges stemming from

It won’t be long before a new urgent care business opens in the building that previously was occupied by Med Express in Mountain Home. Washington Regional Urgent Care is scheduled to open by the middle part of

Graduating seniors who reside or attend school in Fulton County are eligible to apply for the Fulton County Fair Foundation Scholarship. Applicants must be graduating seniors who plan to enroll in an institute of higher education in

KTLO, Classic Hits, and The Boot News is continuing to revisit 2024’s most viewed and talked-about stories, presented in no particular order. Some will highlight uplifting, feel-good moments, while others may reflect more serious or somber events.

A man from Batesville is facing eight felony charges for the rape and severe beating of his girlfriend at a house in Izard County. Thirty-three-year-old Shawn Michael Higginbotham is being held in the Independence County Jail on

    This holiday season, KTLO, Classic Hits, and The Boot partnered with the Food Bank of North Central Arkansas and Jiffy Laundry to ensure children in the community stayed warm. Through the generosity of the community, over

This holiday season tunred out to be one of the best for the Salvation Army in Mountain Home. The local organization exceeded its goal for the Red Kettles, recorded higher-than-normal volunteer hours and had a lot of

Local fire departments recently came together to put smiles on the faces of area kids this holiday season. The Norfork Fire Department held a boot drive to raise money to buy Christmas presents for local youth. Old

    A Flippin school teacher recently received the pinnacle of art education honors. Cheryl Blasdel, an art instructor at Flippin Middle School and High School, was named the 2024 Arkansas Art Educator of the Year by the

KTLO, Classic Hits, and The Boot News is continuing to revisit 2024’s most viewed and talked-about stories, presented in no particular order. Some will highlight uplifting, feel-good moments, while others may reflect more serious or somber events.

In a closely watched case, the Baxter County Circuit Court has issued a ruling Monday afternoon, clarifying the respective roles of the Baxter County Airport Commission and the Baxter County Judge in managing and leasing airport property.

Children in the Twin Lakes Area and around the world will be eagerly awaiting updates on Santa Claus’ journey Tuesday night, as the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) continues its long-standing tradition of tracking his flight

A local high schooler is on a mission to bring holiday cheer to area seniors. For the past seven years, Hannah Baker, a senior at Mountain Home High School, has been delivering Christmas cards to local nursing

Arkansas State Parks will welcome the new year with their annual First Day Hikes on Jan. 1, offering guided and self-guided hikes to promote outdoor recreation and healthy living. The event, a tradition since 2014, includes 46

Baxter Health has announced the addition of Debra Wilhite, APRN, to the Baxter Health Cardiovascular Clinic. Wilhite, a board-certified nurse practitioner, will practice alongside Dr. Zaid Alirhayim, Dr. Michael Camp, Dr. Akihiro Kobayashi, Dr. Jamon Pruitt, Dr.

Photo courtesy of Arkansas Game and Fish Commission KTLO, Classic Hits, and The Boot News is continuing to revisit 2024’s most viewed and talked-about stories, presented in no particular order. Some will highlight uplifting, feel-good moments, while

Jeffrey David Stansberry (Photo courtesy of Searcy County Sheriff’s Office) A date has been set for the arraignment of an area man accused of murdering his wife and then dismembering her body this summer. Being held in

A two-vehicle crash Saturday night on the south end of West Plains resulted in the deaths of two individuals and injuries to a pair of teens. A 76-year-old male driver and his 68-year-old female passenger were pronounced

Timothy Clark (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) A man reportedly admitted to stealing from a Mountain Home retailer before returning the missing items last week. Thirty-four-year-old Timothy Clark was booked into the Baxter County Detention

During Thursday’s Mountain Home School Board meeting, Safety and Security Coordinator Eddie Helmert presented a proposal to maintain the district’s “layered” approach to school security by purchasing weapons detection systems for the junior high and high school.

Elizabeth Norell, a 1995 Mountain Home High School graduate, is sharing her insights on the power of mindfulness and authenticity in education with the release of her new book, The Present Professor: Authenticity and Transformational Teaching. Norell,

KTLO, Classic Hits, and The Boot News is continuing to revisit 2024’s most viewed and talked-about stories, presented in no particular order. Some will highlight uplifting, feel-good moments, while others may reflect more serious or somber events.

A Bull Shoals woman suffered minor injuries in a two-vehicle accident Tuesday morning in Cotter. Thirty-one-year-old Michelle Richardson was transported from the scene by ambulance to Baxter Health. According to the crash report from the Baxter County

A Caulfield man sustained minor injuries in a single-vehicle accident Wednesday night just north of Bakersfield. The Missouri State Highway Patrol reports the 52-year-old man was driving northbound on Missouri Highway 101, about a half-mile north of

Jacob Powell (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) A 32-year-old Midway man appeared in Baxter County Circuit Court Monday facing charges in a new drug case. Jacob Baden Powell pled guilty and was sentenced to six

Whether it was through his career, a local school district, athletic events or civic organizations, Bill Self is being remembered for his service to the community. Self died Thursday at his residence in Bull Shoals at the

Cory Weaver (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) A Gassville man arrested for being a felon in possession of a firearm and drug paraphernalia was a no show in Baxter County Circuit Court Monday, and a

KTLO, Classic Hits, and The Boot News is continuing to revisit 2024’s most viewed and talked-about stories, presented in no particular order. Some will highlight uplifting, feel-good moments, while others may reflect more serious or somber events.The

A man was killed, and a woman was injured in a three-vehicle accident Thursday afternoon in Fulton County. Sixty-one-year-old David Hobbs of Ash Flat was pronounced dead, and 36-year-old Jamilia West of Ash Flat was transported to

An Ozark County man was seriously injured in a single-vehicle accident Wednesday night near Isabella. The Missouri State Highway Patrol reports the 41-year-old man from Tecumseh was driving westbound on U.S. Highway 160, about a quarter-mile west

Wesley Barger Jr. (Photo courtesy of Marion County Sheriff’s Office) A Mountain Home man charged with multiple counts of being a felon in possession of a firearm, theft of property and residential burglary was scheduled to appear

A woman who was instrumental in helping preserve the history of Calico Rock has died. Peggy Wiseman Hudson died Sunday in Mountain Home at the age of 91. According to a Facebook post from the Calico Rock

The Mountain Home NJROTC recently had the experience of a lifetime in early December as they traveled to Newport News, Va., for the christening of the USS Arkansas attack naval submarine. The NJROTC served as the Color

Amanda George (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) KTLO, Classic Hits, and The Boot News is continuing to revisit 2024’s most viewed and talked-about stories, presented in no particular order. Some will highlight uplifting, feel-good moments,

This weekend marks the arrival of the winter solstice, the shortest day and longest night of the year in the Northern Hemisphere. The solstice officially begins Saturday night at 10:27. The solstice happens when Earth’s tilt places

A man was arrested Wednesday on two charges, including public intoxication, after causing a disturbance at the 4th grade Christmas party at Norfork Elementary School. Forty-eight-year-old Richard James Norris is being held in the Baxter County Detention

The Mountain Home City Council had one of its busiest agendas in several months Thursday night. Among the items the dealt with was the city budget. Heather Loftis has the story. Listen: click to download audio TRANSCRIPT

The Mountain Home Public Schools Board of Education had a lengthy discussion Thursday night regarding campus safety. KTLO’s Heather Link has the report. Listen: click to download audio TRANSCRIPT Safety and Security Coordinator Eddie Helmert presented a

The Cotter community is preparing to come together Saturday evening for the annual Christmas in Cotter celebration. The event will take place from 5 to 7 at Big Spring Park. Festivities will include pictures with Santa and

The Arkansas Department of Health’s (ADH) weekly respiratory disease report for the week ending Dec. 14 shows for the first time this season the intensity level has reached into the high level. The scale has three levels

In a short meeting Thursday evening, the Flippin Public School board approved new hires and received a report on security updates.Superintendent Kelvin Hudson shares the details. Listen: click to download audio WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI

Image courtesy of Arkansas Scholarship LotteryAs the year draws to a close, KTLO, Classic Hits, and The Boot News will be revisiting 2024’s most viewed and talked-about stories, presented in no particular order. Some will highlight uplifting,

A Mountain Home woman was seriously injured after being struck in the Walmart parking lot Wednesday afternoon. Forty-three-year-old Elizabeth Van Haaren was treated at Baxter Health, and according to a Facebook post by her husband Bob, was

The Bull Shoals City Council will meet in regular session Thursday night at 6:30 in the Bull Shoals City Council Chambers. Items on the agenda include: – discussion of the bath house at Dam Site Park; –

Flippin Schools have announced the winners of their 2024-25 Spelling Bees. At Flippin Elementary, Catherine Lynch took 1st place, followed by Leah Saelo and Zane Bauss. In the middle school, Alexis Flohr claimed 1st place, with Gianna

Pictured left to right, Lucy Benham, Alyssa Milner, Kylinn Black, Grayson Hughes, Captain Bryson Roberts, Coach Lisa Coots. The Cotter 5th & 6th grade Quiz Bowl team earned 3rd place at the OUR Educational Cooperative Quiz Bowl

The Arkansas Department of Transportation’s Recreational Trails Program (RTP) has announced award recipients for 2024 and the Baxter County Library Foundation is getting money to build a walking trail at the library that will be connected to

A Baxter County man has been arrested for an incident in late October when he broke into his ex-girlfriend’s home and assaulted her. Forty-year-old Robert Joseph Jones of Norfork is being held in the Baxter County Detention

Dusty Wheeler (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) A Mountain Home man charged with first degree murder appeared in Baxter County Circuit Court Monday (December 16). The subject of 44-year-old Dusty Shane Wheeler’s bond was raised

6th Grade Spelling Bee Winners Pinkston Middle School recently held its annual spelling bee, showcasing the talents of students from both the sixth and seventh grades. After a competitive series of rounds, six students emerged as the

Over the past year, members of the Chamber of Commerce Leadership Class have been on a journey to learn about how to help grow Mountain Home. Members of the class recently visited KTLO to recap the experience

The City of Cotter will host Coffee with the Mayor this Friday morning from 8 until 9 at the Cotter Bridge Market. Citizens are invited to have coffee and pastries with Mayor Mac Caradine, meet other residents

The Mountain Home City Council will meet in regular session Thursday night at 5 in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building. Items on the agenda include: – an amending ordinance to change a commercial C-3 property

The Mountain Home Public Schools Board of Education will meet Thursday night at 6 in the District Administration Building.Items on the agenda include: – uppdates on the new high school smoke detectors and cafeteria tables; – approval

A public hearing will be held prior to the Cotter City Council meeting Thursday night to address the proposed closure of an alleyway located between lots 112-116 and lots 117-121, extending from College Street to State Street

The Flippin Public Schools Board of Education will meet in regular session Thursday night at 6 in the Central Office Board room. Items on the agenda include: – student data report; and – 2023-24 nurses report. WebReadyTM

Bomber Battalion with all the Awards Won During the First Annual Mountain Home Drill Meet Submitted by: Cadet Lieutenant Grace Hale, PAO, Mountain Home NJROTC The first annual Mountain Home Bomber Classic Drill Meet took place on

The Gassville City Council held its final session of 2024 Tuesday evening, approving new commercial water and sewer user rates, as well as the sale of a firetruck. The council also reviewed the 2023 water and wastewater

When the Baxter County Retired Teachers Association (BCRTA) reorganized during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Arkansas Retired Teachers Association (ARTA) encouraged them to complete community service projects. During that time, BCRTA members discovered the Lucas Todd Thrift Store,

Jason Boislcair (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) A Gassville man whose charges include negligent homicide and second-degree battery stemming from a traffic accident in which a Yellville woman was killed appeared in Baxter County Circuit

A woman broke into a home, was arrested while walking her dog while she didn’t have any pants or shoes on and then while en route to the jail, she even managed to disconnect the deputy’s radio

A Norfork man has been arrested after stealing a man’s truck who had stopped to help him and then ramming the police chief’s gate with the truck. It was the second arrest in three days for 25-year-old

Not many may know the history behind the LT Thrift Store at Mountain Home High School.The store was renamed in memory of Lucas Todd, who died in a pedestrian traffic accident in August 2019. Mountain Home High

 3rd Grade Spelling Bee Winners Hackler Elementary School recently celebrated the achievements of its top spellers during the school’s spelling bee. Students from third, fourth, and fifth grades competed in a series of rounds to determine the

When 2024 comes to a close in a couple of weeks, it will finish in the top 10 among the wettest years in recorded history. Following the 0.91 inches of rain measured Monday morning at KTLO, Classic

Richard Deffley (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) A man is accused of hitting a female at a residence north of Midway and forcing her in a vehicle against her will. Thirty-five-year-old Richard Deffley is facing

A Norfork man has been arrested for taking money to do construction work and never doing the job and not having a license to do construction work. Arrested on the charges December 10th, was 25-year-old Joseph Walker

Three Marion County Sheriff’s Office deputies were recognized as Officers of the Year by Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin during a luncheon last Thursday in central Arkansas. Sheriff Gregg Alexander announced that Deputy Brett Castle, Sergeant Mark

Over the past few years, the United States has hosted an average of more than one million international students annually. Amanda Masot from Spain, and Kalina Popiolek from Poland, were recently featured on an episode of Talk

The Arkansas Department of Transportation’s Transportation Alternative Program (TAP) has announced award recipients for 2024 and the city of Flippin is getting money to install a sidewalk along Main Street that will meet the American’s with Disablities

The Gassville City Council will meet in regular session Tuesday night at 6 at Gassville City Hall. Items on the agenda include: – update on the 2023 water/wastewater audit; – a third reading to consider of an

The Norfork City Council will meet in regular session Tuesday night at 6:30 in Norfork City Hall. Items on the agenda include: – discussion of a business license for Norfork Family Medicine; – Free Little Libraries; and

Image courtesy of Arkansas Scholarship Lottery A Mountain Home man became $100,000 richer this week. The male, identified by the Arkansas Scholarship Lottery as Jeff L., claimed his prize Tuesday after ordering his Powerball ticket through the

CASA of North Arkansas is in need of volunteers to help abused and neglected children in the area. CASA of North Arkansas serves Baxter, Marion, Boone and Newton counties and provides trained community volunteer advocates to help

Winter is less than a week away from beginning, and many wonder the likelihood of having snow or other wintry mixes this season. According to the Old Farmer’s Almanac, a mainly mild and dry winter is expected

Mountain Home High School (MHHS) Bomber Theatre and MHHS Chamber Choir will perform their seasonal Madrigal Feaste at First United Methodist Church on December 19 and 20 at 7, and December 21 at 2. The feaste consists

The Arkansas Department of Transportation’s Transportation Alternative Program (TAP) has announced award recipients for 2024 and the city of Marshall is getting money to put in a new traffic signal and crosswalk for students at Marshall High

The Norfork City Council will meet in regular session Tuesday night at 6:30 in Norfork City Hall. Items on the agenda include: – discussion of a business license for Norfork Family Medicine; – Free Little Libraries; and

A Gassville woman was killed in a one-vehicle accident Friday morning. Seventy-year-old Lorraine Kremm was pronounced dead after being transported to Baxter Health. According to the Arkansas State Police, Kremm was traveling on U.S. Highway 62/412 in

A Gainesville resident suffered moderate injuries in a one-vehicle accident late Saturday afternoon in the city. The unidentified 46-year-old female was transported by ambulance to Baxter Health. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the female was

Christopher Sanders (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) The charges against a man accused of stealing guns and a gold wedding band from a relative were dismissed at the request of the victim during a session

Jacob Yancey (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) A man who failed to return a rental car as promised pled guilty to the charges against him in Baxter County Circuit Court Monday. Forty-four-year-old Jacob Leo Yancey

A Marion County man has been arrested for assaulting his wife and pointing a gun at her head. Forty-one-year-old Aaron Scott Brantner of Summit is facing four charges in connection with the incident, three of them felonies.According

With the winter holiday season in full swing, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Mountain Home Police Department are reminding drivers of the dangers of impaired driving. Their message is

As the holiday season nears, the Baxter County Historical and Genealogical Society is preparing to celebrate a milestone year. The Society will host its Christmas party Tuesday evening at 5:30 at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church. The event

Jurors on the Marion County Circuit Court yellow panel will need to report for duty Monday morning at 9 at the courthouse on the square in Yellville. According to Marion County and Circuit Clerk Dawn Moffet, jurors

Corporal Lonnie Stone, a school resource officer with the City of Flippin Police Department, was recognized Thursday at the Benton Event Center for his exceptional service to the community. Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin presented Stone with

The Peitz River Lights on the Cotter Bridge will shine brighter than ever this Saturday, in a tribute to legacy donor Peter Peitz. Beginning at sunset, all 42 color schemes of the lights will rotate every two

Kyleigh Brown (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) A Flippin woman who is reported to have hit her boyfriend with a car during an argument appeared during a session of Baxter County Court on Dec. 2

Whitney House (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) A home health worker pled guilty Monday to charges that she had stolen credit cards from one elderly client and personal information from another that she used in

A West Plains man has been sentenced to two years in prison after pleading guilty to involuntary manslaughter in the death of an infant. Twenty-eight-year-old Levi Coffel admitted to his role in the August 2023 incident, where

Mountain Home students in need this holiday season can have their Christmas wishes fulfilled through gift lists available on Amazon. To participate, search for “MH LT Thrift Store 2024 Christmas” under the “Find a List or Registry”

    The Flippin Airport Board will meet Monday evening at 6 at the Marion County Airport. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI

This Saturday, millions of veterans’ wreaths will be placed at local, national, and military cemeteries, as well as veterans’ memorials and historic sites across the U.S., at sea, and abroad for National Wreaths Across America Day. In

Jessica Raymond (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) One of two people involved in a “grandparent scam” appeared in Baxter County Circuit Court on December 9th. Thirty-three-year-old Jessica Raymond, who lists an address in Little Rock

Richard Lepri (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) The case of a man who fought with five law enforcement officers before being taken into custody was dismissed during a session of Baxter County Circuit Court on

Santa Claus will be making several appearances in the Twin Lakes Area this Saturday, offering families, children, and even pets a chance to celebrate the season. From pancake breakfasts to festive activities there’s something for everyone looking

Pictured: Shada Hamilton (NWH assistant principal), Charlotte Guest (VFW auxiliary unit president) Brandon Barnard (quartermaster), Tom Sticklers (house committee chairman), Charlie and Opal Wensel (coordinator and co-chair of Bingo) and Katie Criner (NWH school counselor). The Helper

A treasured piece of Baxter County history is getting some much needed attention in order to keep it preserved for the future. During a recent session of Baxter County Quorum Court, an ordinance was passed to set

Pictured left to right, Coach Ryan Benedict, Bryson Roberts, Lucy Benham, Grayson Hughes, Eleanor Barnett, and Coach Lisa Coots The Cotter Elementary Chess Team delivered a strong performance at the OUR Educational Cooperative Chess Tournament, on December

On Tuesday night, the Marion County Quorum Court passed a resolution to vacate the Marion County Library Board permanently after County Judge Jason Stumph temporarily disbanded the Library Board on December 5th. Judge Stumph spoke with KTLO,

The jury trial for an Irving, Texas man charged with involvement in a multi-state theft ring where items were purchased with counterfeit checks was made unnecessary when he pled guilty to the charges against him Wednesday afternoon

A Mountain Home man is in the Baxter County Detention Center after being arrested for fighting with officers during a traffic stop. Forty-three-year-old Joseph David Young is facing seven charges for the incident, two of the felonies.

A community working together has led to new literacy opportunities for young children. On Wednesday afternoon a ribbon cutting was held to dedicate two Little Free Library (LFL) boxes in the city of Norfork. The project involved

The Cotter Public Schools Board of Education will meet in regular session Thursday night at 7. Items on the agenda include: – financial reports; – academic reports; – dedication of new building; – monthly petition for student

An Izard County man has been arrested for assaulting his girlfriend and ramming her vehicle into the ditch with his work truck when she tried to escape, pushing her grandmother and trying to take her three-year-old son.

A Theodosia man sustained minor injuries in a single-vehicle crash late Monday night in Ozark County. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the 25-year-old man was driving south on Missouri Highway P, about two miles west

Jason Tomes (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) Jason Arnold Tomes, a self-admitted addict who has picked up mainly drug related charges in two counties, appeared in Baxter County Circuit Court on December 2. The 36-year-old

A special Christmas celebration is set to light up Calico Rock this Saturday. The festivities include Living Windows and the Lighted Christmas Parade, presented by the Calico Rock Museum and Visitor Center, Main Street Calico Rock, and

It’s been nearly two years since Lucky Dawg Rescue was established as a local nonprofit to provide a path to loving homes for pets that can no longer be cared for. In that amount of time, the

Baxter County Jurors in Group X do not need to report for jury duty Wednesday. A new reporting date is not available at this time. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI

Richard Druckrey (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) A Mountain Home man entered a guilty plea to three counts of sexual assault during a session of Baxter County Circuit Court Monday and was sentenced to 35

    The City of Bull Shoals Council Workshop will be held in the City of Bull Shoals Council Chambers on Tuesday, 10, 2024 at 6:30 pm located at 706 CS Woods Blvd. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI

No injuries were reported in a fire in the Bakersfield school gym Tuesday morning. Students were in the gym at the time the fire broke out, but quick work by maintenance worker Jason Marsh helped keep the

Disaster seems to have been avoided last week when a power outage on Bull Shoals Dam had an effect on the White River trout fishery. Some trout did not survive after water was drained from the shallowest

Tyler Yount (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) One of the three people involved in an attempted theft of drugs from a Mountain Home residence that involved gunfire and left the home’s occupant wounded appeared during

A rural Baxter County teen suffered what was termed a suspected minor injury Friday afternoon when her vehicle bounced off a tree and slid for nearly 35 feet. Eighteen-year-old Isabella Rossman was transported by ambulance to Baxter

The North Arkansas Fly Fishers (NAFF) will host their annual Beginners Fly Tying Class on select Monday evenings in January and February. Sessions will run from 6 to 8 on Jan. 6, Jan. 13, Jan. 27, and

Baxter County 4-H is gearing up for its annual Chili Fundraiser, set to take place this Friday from 11 to 6 at the Baxter County Extension Office. The event, which occurs every fall, is open to the

The Marion County Quorum Court will meet Tuesday night at 6. Items on the agenda include the 2025 budget, American Rescue fund transfer, federal audit funds, ARPA revenue replacement and Administration of Justice funds. WebReadyTM Powered by

The Baxter County Election Commission will meet Wednesday at Noon to address general housekeeping tasks and discuss future planning considerations. The meeting will take place at the Election Commission office, located at 213 East 5th Street in

    Baxter County Jurors in Group X will not need to report for jury duty on Tuesday. Jurors will need to report for jury duty Wednesday morning at 9 to the Baxter County Court Complex located at

The Gassville City Council will meet Thursday night at 6 for a budget work session at the Gassville Community Center. The session will focus on financial planning and discussions for the upcoming fiscal year. WebReadyTM Powered by

    Work on the signal tower for 99.7 The Boot is still being completed, and as a result, there has been a delay on when the station will be back on the air. As of Monday afternoon,

Arkansas State Police has announced 10-year-old Chevelle Cummings, who was reported missing from her home early Monday morning, has been found safe. PREVIOUS STORY Authorities are searching for a 10-year-old girl reported missing and endangered from her

The Northeast Public Water Authority will have its annual meeting Tuesday afternoon at 2 at the Northeast Lakeside Fire Station Auxiliary building located at 5520 Highway 62 E. in Mountain Home. Two directors will be elected to

    The Norfork City Council will hold a workshop meeting Tuesday night at 6:30 at Norfork City Hall. Items on the agenda include: – update on city sign; – update on Memorial; and an – open appointment

    The City of Briarcliff Council Meeting and Briarcliff Improvement District will hold a meeting December 10th at 3:00 p.m. he meeting is open to the public and will be held at Tracy Area Fire Department located

Following a week of uncertainty for the Marion County Library last week when its director was arrested for misuse of funds and the county judge dissolved the library board, the judge wants county residents to be assured

On Saturday, a special christening was held in Newport News, Va., for the the USS Arkansas, and a group representing Mountain Home was among those in attendance. A group of students from the NJROTC at Mountain Home

It’s been over a month since a dispute between the Baxter County Airport Commission and County Judge Kevin Litty was turned into legal action. At the end of October, Chairman Dr. Steven Vester announced the commission filed

Makaylah Riffle (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) A second woman involved in a “Thelma and Louise” type joy ride through Arkansas in a stolen pickup truck appeared in Baxter County Circuit Court on December 2.

The Yellville-Summit Public Schools Board of Education will meet in regular session Monday night at 5:30 in the Administration Building. Items on the agenda include: – petition for student transfers; – proposed fixed assets disposal; – proposal

The Salesville CIty Council will meet in regular session Monday night at 6 at Salesville City Hall. Items on the agenda include the 2025 budget and discussion of vacant council seat. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI

Jakob McFarland (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) The charges against a man reported to have threatened to kill his father were dismissed during a session of Baxter County Circuit Court on December 2. Nineteen-year-old Jakob

Terry Johnson (Photo courtesy of Sharp County Sheriff’s Office) A man who was sentenced to 20 years in the Arkansas Department of Corrections earlier this year for possessing child pornography, and has open rape cases in Fulton

The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission (AGFC) is urging waterfowl hunters and wildlife watchers to remain alert for sick or dead birds in the wild, as avian influenza could pose risks to humans, pets, and domestic animals.

Baxter County jurors in Group X will not need to report for duty Monday morning. At this time, jurors should plan to report Tuesday morning at 9. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI

Photo courtesy of NEXT powered by NAEC The Mountain Home Chamber of Commerce has announced its winners of the float contest from the parade during the Mountain Home Christmas-Town Festival. After finishing second a year prior, NEXT

Vincent Walrath (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) A Missouri man whom allegedly stole a car in Baxter County Thursday afternoon and led law enforcement on a lengthy pursuit after waving at a deputy to start

Two Norfork residents suffered what were termed suspected minor injuries in a head-on collision Friday morning. Fifty-two-year-old Travis Prillwitz and 55-year-old Kelly Henderson were transported by ambulance to Baxter Health. According to the crash report from the

William Smith (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) A hearing on motions filed by a man arrested in mid-July after making alleged threats to kill a number of people was canceled after he withdrew the motions

The citizens of Cotter are grieving the loss of Peter Peitz, a cherished leader and philanthropist, who passed away on Nov. 26, 2024. Known for his boundless generosity and unwavering commitment to the community, Peitz’s impact on

One of our stations is going to be off the air for the weekend. The signal tower for 99.7 The Boot is needing to be relocated, and as a result, the station was taken off the airwaves

In just two minutes and 24 seconds, the Marion County Library Board was dissolved during a special meeting Thursday night.The meeting, called by County Judge Jason Stumph and board chair Linda Ramos, focused on personnel matters following

Jason Boisclair (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) A Gassville man whose charges include negligent homicide and second-degree battery stemming from a traffic accident in which a Yellville woman was killed appeared in Baxter County Circuit

The Flippin Police Department is connecting with the community of Marion County this holiday season with their annual Shop with a Cop program set for Saturday morning at 11 at the Flippin Walmart. The event pairs officers

The City of Mountain Home issued 5 business licenses in October, including three home-based, according to a report from Jeannie Anderson, Building Inspection Manager. The five business licenses include: – Sofa City, LLC, a retail store, located

    The Baxter County Airport Commission will meet in regular session Thursday night at 6 in the Baxter County Airport Terminal Building Conference Room. Items on the agenda include project status and other business. WebReadyTM Powered by

A birds nest appears to be the cause of a fire in the parking lot sign at Walgreens. The Mountain Home Fire Dept (MHFD) responded to reports of fire at the Walgreens on Highway 62E in Mountain

The holiday season will officially kick off this Friday evening with the Mountain Home Christmas Parade and the 6th annual First Security Bank Tree Lighting Ceremony. Festivities around the Mountain Home town square begin at 4:30, featuring

Heidi Cobler (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) A woman caught on video striking a three-year-old developmentally disabled child on the head with her hand shortly after spanking the child appeared in Baxter County Circuit Court

A law enforcement official accidentally shot himself in an office on the campus of the Lead Hill School District Tuesday. The injury was not believed to be life threatening. The man was not identified.According to a statement

In November, 11 building permits were issued according to a report from the City of Mountain Home’s Building Inspection Manager Jeannie Anderson. Two commercial remodel permits were issued in November with the first issued to North Arkansas

A Marion County Library employee has been arrested and charged with felony offenses, including failure to file tax returns and tampering with public records, following an investigation into alleged misuse of county funds and a county credit

A licensed law enforcement officer employed by the Lead Hill School District accidentally discharged his firearm, injuring himself. In a letter to parents, the district’s superintendent explained that the incident occurred around noon on Tuesday in a

A 16-year-old Ozark County girl who was a high school student at Gainesville was killed in a two-vehicle accident Tuesday night. The Missouri State Highway Patrol no longer identifies those involved in accidents, but the Ozark County

A new milestone has been achieved for the creation of the Mountain Home Community Center and aquatic facility under construction at McCabe Park. A topping out ceremony was held Tuesday afternoon to signify the completion of the

Baxter County Judge Kevin Litty took a stop by KTLO, Classic Hits and the Boot News on Wednesday morning to give an update residents what’s going on in Baxter County. During Judge Litty’s talk with KTLO’s Heather

A Baxter County man suffered what was termed a suspected minor injury early Friday morning when his vehicle struck a tree. Fifty-one-year-old Jason Ragsdale of the Jordan area was transported by ambulance to Baxter Health. According to

The Baxter County Quorum Court’s final regular session of 2024 lasted less than a half hour, but it ended with nearly half of the court being recognized for their service. Matt Sharp has the details. Listen: click

A Boone County man faces charges after allegedly attempting to use a stolen credit card. Twenty-three-year-old Triston Keith Breger is facing charges of felony theft by receiving and misdemeanor criminal use of prohibited weapons following the Nov.

Cotter Robotics Team at Reed Springs Cotter’s first year of competition for its newly formed 7th-grade robotics team is already getting noticed at area robotics competitions. The Cotter robotics team recently secured the Judges Award at the

A Boone County man has been arrested for raping multiple female family members. Facing nine counts of rape is 44-year-old David Earl Hunt of Omaha. According to the probable cause affidavit from the Boone County Sheriff’s Office,

The city of Bull Shoals will have another new mayor when the new year begins. Challenger William “Bill” Stahlman defeated incumbent Carol Duss in Tuesday night’s runoff election. Stahlman ended up with 283 votes for 53% of

Nicholas Koskinen (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) A Mountain Home man was sentenced to 16 years in prison during a session of Baxter County Circuit Court Monday. Thirty-nine-year-old Nicholas Thomas Koskinen pled guilty to the

Monday was the final day for early voting for Tuesday’s runoff elections. Bull Shoals ended up 102 ballots cast on Monday, bringing the four-day total to 376. Polls will be open until 7:30 Tuesday evening as Bull

North Arkansas Electric Cooperative, or NAEC, has announced members served by the Salem 1 and 2 substations will experience a planned power outage late Wednesday night. The outage, scheduled to begin Wednesday night at 11, is expected

The Baxter County Road and Bridge Department has announced that Dec. 31 will be the final day for storm brush drop-off and roadside pickup related to the 2024 tornadoes, according to Superintendent Larry Carter. Residents may drop

Lakin Greer (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) A Baxter County Detention Center inmate is accused of spitting on and later assaulting another inmate. Thirty-two-year-old Lakin Greer of Jordan is facing charges of third-degree battery and

Nonprofit organizations across the Twin Lakes Area are gearing up for Giving Tuesday, a global day of generosity set for Dec. 3. The annual event encourages individuals and businesses to donate money, time, or resources to causes

A Cotter man was arrested last week after threatening to injure his father and assaulting law enforcement. Thirty-one-year-old Cody Wayne Sallee is facing five charges for the incident, including two counts of aggravated assault on a law

The Mountain Home City Council meeting scheduled for Thursday night has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for December 19. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI

The Baxter County Quorum Court will hold its regular monthly meeting Tuesday night at 6 in the second-floor courtroom of the Baxter County Courthouse. The agenda includes: – an ordinance to rename the Animal Control Department as

    The Yellville City Council will meet Monday night at 6. Items on the agenda include discussion of the 2025 state holiday calendar and a resolution for the 2025 budget. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI

As Cyber Monday deals flood the internet, it is important to stay cautious while shopping online to avoid scams and fraud. Shoppers should stick to trusted, well-known retailers and verify that websites are secure by looking for

Another election day is coming up for two area cities. Runoff races will be held Tuesday for the Bull Shoals mayoral position and Ward 3, Position 1 on the Harrison City Council. Incumbent Bull Shoals Mayor Carol

After an abnormally dry October, early November flooding resulted in last month becoming the fourth-wettest November on record. While no daily records were broken, one day entered the top 10 among wettest days in recorded history. At

Monday is the last day nominations can be submitted for the 2024 Mountain Home Area Chamber of Commerce Awards. The Chamber is seeking nominations to honor individuals and organizations that inspire the community and excel in their

The North Arkansas Partnership for Health Education (NAPHE) will be hosting a workshop on a comprehensive approach to the prevention of substance use. NAPHE’s Region 2 Prevention Task Force will present “Learning the Strategic Prevention Framework” Tuesday

The holiday season can be a difficult time for those mourning the loss of a loved one and to provide comfort and support, Kirby & Family Funeral and Cremation Services will hold its Annual Holiday Remembrance Program

An area man is dead after he was partially ejected from the pickup truck he was occupying early Sunday morning in southern Missouri. The unidentified 25-year-old Mammoth Spring resident was pronounced dead at the scene of the

A local physician is being remembered for his service to the medical field and various other organizations in the Twin Lakes Area. Dr. Peter Mackercher II died Monday at the age of 78. Dr. Mackercher was originally

A 20-year-old man charged with attempting to force his way into two vehicles occupied by females in Baxter County, and with two counts of sexual indecency with a minor in Prairie County has now pled guilty to

A Boone County woman has been arrested and is facing multiple charges following an alleged assault at a local truck stop. Thirty-six-year-old Dannielle Heath has been charged with felony terroristic threatening in the first degree and several

The Ozarka College Board of Trustees has selected Dr. Josh Wilson, currently serving as vice president of advancement at Ozarka, as the next president of the institution. Wilson, a native of Izard County, brings extensive experience in

The jury trial for an Irving, Texas, man suspected of being involved in a multi-state theft ring where items were purchased with counterfeit checks is set for the week of December 9. Forty-four-year-old Roberto Jose Flores appeared

A Boone County man faces multiple charges following an alleged physical altercation with his girlfriend earlier this month. Twenty-one-year-old Christopher Waits is facing two felony counts of aggravated assault on a family or household member and one