An inmate in the Baxter County Detention Center has picked up an additional charge after he tried to hire another prisoner to kill his mother so he could collect his trust fund she oversees. Thirty-six-year-old Daniel Lewis
A woman accused of pushing two fully loaded carts allegedly containing mostly unbagged and unpaid for merchandise out of the Mountain Home Walmart store in early October last year appeared in Baxter County Circuit Court on February
Saturday will mark the third consecutive day of record lows in the Twin Lakes Area. The lowest temperature recorded for Feb. 22 was 6 degrees, breaking the day’s previous mark of 9 in 1978. At KTLO, Classic
The Arkansas Department of Health’s (ADH) weekly respiratory disease report released Friday shows the intensity level is still very high and school absenteeism rates in the area have dropped, but there were a larger number of new
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
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
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:
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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,
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
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
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
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
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
Welcome to retracing Our Roots as we grab our fried chicken, potato salad, and picnic basket and head to the Old-timer’s Reunion & Community Picnic! Our first stop takes us to the Fourth of July in 1902.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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,
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
This year marks the twenty year anniversary for the Hospice of the Ozarks Hospice House. Greg Wood, Executive Director for Hospice of the Ozarks, was invited to come by the Baxter Health studios for today’s episode of
(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
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
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
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
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 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
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
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
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
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
Welcome to Retracing Our Roots! Join us as we delve into the heart of the Ozarks, uncovering the stories and lore that have shaped our perception of the unseen world beneath our feet. Since the Ozarks boast
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
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
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
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
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
Shayn Wickersham joins Sammy Raycraft on KTLO’s Talk of the Town to celebrate her recent title as Miss Pure International Junior Teen Ozark Mountains. She shares her excitement about competing in the international pageant this June in
Cotter’s Coffee with the Mayor event has been changed to the last Friday of each month. The next Coffee with Cotter Mayor will be held February 28 at 8 in the morning at the Commercial Hotel
On Thursday morning, Mountain Home Mayor Hillrey Adams made a stop for the Morning Show on KTLO FM to give the community updates on projects developing in the area. During his talk with KTLO’s Heather Loftis and
During a special session Wednesday night, Norfork Public Schools Superintendent Chip Layne submitted his resignation to the district’s Board of Education, effective Feb. 7. An interim superintendent has not yet been named. Norfork is the fifth school
A West Plains man sustained moderate injuries in a single-vehicle crash Tuesday afternoon just north of West Plains. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the 35-year-old man was traveling on a private drive east of County
A Gassville woman has been arrested after allegedly threatening a man with a firearm while children were present. Thirty-nine-year-old Catrina Christine Davis is faceing multiple charges including possession of a firearm, endangering the welfare of a minor,
photo credit: Roger Talburt, Pegler Real Estate Group A popular stop on the White River will continue to stay wild thanks to a local citizen’s recent purchase to preserve it.”The Narrows” is an island which stretches up
Arkansas State University Mountain Home (ASUMH) is reaching out to local businesses in an effort to help students get more opportunities for internships in their Computer Information Systems degrees. Karl Mudra, Computer Information Systems instructor at ASUMH,
The Mountain Home City Council will meet in regular session Thursday evening at 5 in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building. Agenda items include adopting committee assignments, approving the disposal of a 1998 Case excavator, and
As of 12:10 Wednesday afternoon, power has been restored for North Arkansas Electric Cooperative (NAEC) members that were without power. In a Facebook post from NAEC, the outage was caused by a squirrel in the substation. The
As of 11:40 Wednesday morning, over 2,100 members of the North Arkansas Electric Cooperative (NAEC) were with out power. In a Facebook post from NAEC, the outage was caused by a squirrel in the substation. The outage
Marion County jurors in the green and ivory panels have been dismissed for the remainder of the week. The next date to report is March 31. Jurors are reminded to call the Marion County Clerks Office
A Mountain Home woman has been arrested for stealing and using a debit card from a man she was a caregiver for. Facing two felony charges in the case is 54-year-old Tina Bernadette Sineno. According to the
Two people arrested on drug charges at a residence along High Avenue in late December last year appeared during a session of Baxter County Circuit Court on January 27. Forty-five-year-old Theodore Prehm and 43-year-old Lisa Jason were
The Baxter County Quorum Court met in regular session Tuesday night. KTLO’s Heather Link has the report. Listen: click to download audio TRANSCRIPT Prior to moving through the agenda, the Baxter County Quorum Court heard from five
This Friday, the Mountain Home Chamber of Commerce will host the State of Healthcare breakfast, where the community can learn about the latest healthcare updates and insights in Mountain Home. The event is free and will be
In recent competition, Mountain Home Jr High’s Quiz Bowl team won the 6A Regional Quiz Bowl Tournament after they scored the most points to break a three way tie. The team opened the tournament with a loss
The boil water order for Marshall Waterworks is no longer in effect. According to the Arkansas Department of Health, the order was lifted Tuesday afternoon. The boil order originally went into effect inside the city limits on
In a release from Marion County and Circuit Clerk, Dawn Moffet, only the seated jurors in the case which began on Tuesday need to report for duty Wednesday morning at 9. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
The Baxter County Quorum Court met in regular session Tuesday night. KTLO’s Heather Link has the report. Listen: click to download audio TRANSCRIPT Prior to moving through the agenda, the Baxter County Quorum Court heard from
The Norfork Public Schools Board of Education will hold a special meeting Wednesday night at 5 in the cafeteria. One item, an executive session to discuss personnel, is on the agenda. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
A former Mountain Home man pled guilty to charges that he stole items from a welding company and sold them for scrap during a session of Baxter County Circuit Court on January 27. Twenty-eight-year-old Brandon Dalton Terrell,
An Izard County man has picked up two felony charges after he allegedly faked a medical condition and tried unsuccessfully to escape from the Stone County Jail. Already facing six charges from his previous arrest was 38-year-old
A man from Cherokee Village has been found guilty of the rape of an underage family member in Fulton County and sentenced to 40 years in the Arkansas Department of Corrections. Forty-six-year old Charles Edward Slater Jr.
As winter nears its end, many in the Twin Lakes Area are preparing for the start of gardening season. In preparation for the spring, The Baxter County Master Gardeners and the University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture
An area junior high Quiz Bowl team was able to claim the title of regional champions over the weekend. Izard County won the Class 2A North Regional Tournament on Saturday. The Junior Cougars, coached by Charles Treat,
Marion County jurors on the Green Panel have been excused for the month of February. Ivory Panel jurors are to report to the courthouse Tuesday morning at 9. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
The boil order issued last week for part of the city of Flippin has been lifted. The Arkansas Department of Health lifted the order late Monday morning. The boil order was in effect for the area of
A boil order has been issued for the City of Marshall. The order was issued Sunday afternoon for all of the Marshall Waterworks inside the Marshall city limits due to a main break. All affected customers are
The Baxter County Quorum Court Budget Committee will meet Tuesday evening at 5 in the 3rd floor conference room of the Baxter County Courthouse. The committee will discuss Airport budgets, revenue and expenses. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
The Marion County Library Board will meet Tuesday night at 5 at the Marion County Library. The public is invited to attend. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
A case involving a break-in at a storage unit and damage to a teapot was set to be heard by a jury late last week but 43-year-old Natasha Gilbert pled guilty to the charges against her during
One of the bills passed during the third week of the 95th Arkansas General Assembly and signed by Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders will affect a portion of north central Arkansas. House Bill 1137 will result in Searcy
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is conducting prescribed burns on public lands surrounding the Twin Lakes. Locations scheduled for potential burning include Long Bottom and Spring Creek on Bull Shoals Lake and Chapin Point and Indian
It was March of 1981 when North Arkansas Transportation Service (NATS) began primarily as a commuter service providing low-cost transportation to the work place for those employees who live in the most rural areas. By the end
Photo Courtesy of AP News With prices on the rise in area grocery stores, KTLO, Classic Hits and The Boot News reached out to Jeff Quick, CEO of the Food Bank of North Central Arkansas for tips
The Baxter County Quorum Court will meet in regular session Tuesday night at 5:30 in the 2nd floor courtroom of the Baxter County Courthouse. Items on the agenda include: – a second reading of an ordinance to
Officials from the Mountain Home Parks and Recreation Department have issued a statement from the “threat” reported at the Youth Valentine’s Dance at Cooper Park. According to a post on Facebook, the incident occurred in the course
The Mountain Home School Board will have a special session Monday morning at 11:30 at Pinkston Middle School. The board will take a classroom tour and have a question-and-answer session with the administration. WebReadyTM Powered by
A man was given an eight-year prison sentence after pleading guilty to drug charges during a session of Baxter County Circuit Court last Monday. Forty-one-year-old Johnathan Foshee was arrested in late March last year when probation/parole officers
Every year, the Mountain Home Fire Department (MHFD) seeks to work with local businesses to help teach children the importance of fire safety and prevention. MHFD is working with the National Fire Safety Council, a nonprofit organization,
The Donald W. Reynolds Library Serving Baxter County is highlighting a frequently overlooked chapter in American history. Beginning Monday, the library will host a series of classes on the War of 1812, the conflict between the United
The deadline for the Dave Ferguson Scholarship Award Contest is fast approaching. The Crooked Creek Conservation District will accept applications until Feb. 7. Applicants must be Marion County residents and high school sophomores, juniors, or seniors with
Marion County Circuit Court’s jurors on the Ivory panel will not need to report for duty on Monday. According to Marion County and Circuit Clerk Dawn Moffet, jurors will need to report Tuesday morning at 9 at
Image courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey Another minor earthquake has been reported in northern Marion County near Bull Shoals Lake. The United States Geological Survey says the magnitude 2.0 quake was recorded 8.9 miles east-northeast of South
𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥𝐜𝐫𝐚𝐟𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐎𝐳𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐬: 𝟏𝟖𝟏𝟖–𝟏𝟖𝟏𝟗, 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝟐 𝐒𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐝𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐤, 𝐬𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐬𝐚𝐧𝐠, 𝐬𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐝𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐝… By December 7, 1818, Schoolcraft and Pettibone finally made their way to Pontiac, Missouri, before continuing a few miles south to Oakland, Arkansas. Both
After what were described as a couple of slower weeks, business seemed to pick up during the third week of the 95th Arkansas General Assembly at the State Capitol in Little Rock. District 4 State Representative Jason
A compliance visit to the Gassville home of a man on probation in September last year resulted in two arrests and the seizure of drugs and paraphernalia used to ingest drugs. One of the people arrested, 35-year-old
The first month of 2025 ended up being tied for the sixth-snowiest January. It was also the third straight month with above-average precipitation with one daily rainfall record broken. At KTLO, Classic Hits and The Boot, the
North Arkansas Electric Cooperative (NAEC), along with the state’s 16 other electric cooperatives, will provide an all-expense-paid trip June 14-20 to Washington and Philadelphia for a selected group of high school students. During the trip, Youth Tour
Image courtesy of White River Valley Electric Cooperative Residents and businesses in Gainesville will soon have access to high-speed fiber internet service. Those interested can now sign up for one of the internet packages for White River
Another week of Arkansas’ 95th General Assembly came to an end with more bills being passed. District 3 State Representative Stetson Painter of Mountain Home says the first bill to be approved was House Bill 1074, affecting
Baxter County Sheriff John Montgomery says he is all for his deputies wearing body cams, but he says a proposed piece of legislation, which makes the cameras mandatory, is poorly written and does not provide funding for
The community is coming together to help a family in need after a vehicle accident occurred outside of Salem on New Year’s Eve and resulted in their child’s injury. Eatin’ for Estes, a benefit for the family,
A daily rainfall record in Mountain Home was broken as a two-day rain event brought significant precipitation to the area. At KTLO, Classic Hits, and The Boot, the official reporting station for the National Weather Service (NWS)
3rd – 8th grade MHPS Bee students; photos courtesy of MHPS Mountain Home Public Schools (MHPS) students delivered an impressive performance at this year’s Baxter County Spelling Bee, held Thursday. Competitors from third through eighth grade showcased
Governor Sarah Sanders on Wednesday rejected a request from 78-year-old Loy Beard for commutation of his sentence. A commutation is a reduction of a sentence imposed by a court and may mean either a lesser term of
A psychological evaluation is being requested for a woman arrested December 12 following a series of bizarre actions including coming into a person’s house uninvited and walking her dog while only partly clothed. The announcement that the
The candidate filing period for Arkansas School Board begins Feb. 24 at noon and closes March 3 at noon with election day being held May 13. Five positions will be open for candidates in Baxter County including
The Norfork School Board convened for its monthly meeting on January 29, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in the school cafeteria. Board members addressed a range of topics, including student achievements, curriculum updates, and future projects. The
The Bull Shoals City Council will meet in regular session Thursday night at 6:30 in the Bull Shoals City Hall Council Chambers. Items on the agenda include: – mayor’s appointment of budget and parks committee; – approval
Three groups of Baxter County jurors have concluded their service. According to a release from Baxter County Circuit Clerk Canda Reese, jurors in groups X, Y and Z have ended their term of service. WebReadyTM Powered by
When officers went to the residence of a parolee to conduct a compliance check in mid-December last year, they found him passed out, with his head on the steering wheel and his foot on the brake. Forty-one-year-old
A Missouri contractor pled guilty in Texas County Circuit Court Tuesday to charges of taking almost $50,000 from a customer to install an “off-grid” solar energy system and then failing to do any work. The same contractor
Two people from Fulton County have been sentenced for the death of a man last year. Both 53-year-old Shawn Edward Cox and 48-year-old Anna Maria Hamilton were sentenced after negotiated guilty pleas for the death of 26-year-old
Eight area school districts have received cash awards from the Arkansas School Recognition Program. The awards were created to provide financial awards to public schools that experience high student performance and student academic growth on the ATLAS
The Arkansas Department of Health’s (ADH) weekly respiratory disease report released Wednesday shows the intensity level moved up one notch and school absenteeism rates are climbing. The scale has three levels of very high, three levels of
The Briarcliff Improvement District will hold a meeting on Friday afternoon at 3 at its temporary office located at 945 Scenic Drive. Items on the agenda included discussion on rebuilding ideas and associated costs. Members of the
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
A Silver Alert for a missing Mountain Home man has been canceled. A spokesperson for the Mountain Home Police Department says 77-year-old Frank R. Williams Jr. was found safe and healthy. The alert had been issued after
Flippin Mayor Heith Hogan shares an update with KTLO, Classic Hits and The Boot News following a main break which caused the water to be shut off for a portion of the city. Mayor Hogan says the
CITY OF BRIARCLIFF FINANCIALS JANUARY 1st 2024 to DECEMBER 31st 2024 ACCOUNT BEGINNING BALANCE INCOME EXPENSE ENDING BALANCE General Fund 317,016.39 401,776.29 393,423.71 325,368.97 Street Fund 15,742.21 62,884.83 6329.34 72,297.70 Court Fund 222.31 377.25 0 599.56
The Northeast Public Water Authority (NPWA) Board of Directors will have a special meeting Thursday afternoon at 4 at the NPWA office located at 66 Florence Drive in Mountain Home. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
The Mountain Home Christian Academy will be closed Wednesday and Thursday this week due to widespread illness. According to a Facebook post, MHCA Administrator Doyne Byrd says they hope with the five consecutive days off, they will
Concerns continue to grow locally as a national freeze on certain federal program funding ripples across the country. Tuesday morning national news agencies began pointing to the Meals on Wheels program being effected by the pause.Robyn Snyder
KTLO’s Sammy Raycraft spoke with Mayor Heath Hogan of the City of Flippin before the 7am Newscast to get an update on the main break that is causing water to be shut off to a portion of
President Donald Trump had announced Tuesday his plan to pause federal funding while his administration conducts an across-the-board ideological review to uproot progressive initiatives. According to a report from the Associated Press, U.S. District Judge Loren L.
A Mountain Home man has been arrested after he allegedly stole property and then reported it stolen. Fifty-seven-year-old Rodney Brabon is facing charges of theft and filing a false report for the incident. According to a probable
Shanna Cunningham (Photo courtesy of Ozark County Sheriff’s Office) Warrants for the arrest of a woman from Flippin have been issued in two states following an incident in Ozark County. Authorities are searching for 35-year-old Shanna Dawn
A Lakeview woman who has been arrested for hitting her husband in the mouth with a piece of wood and stabbing him in the stomach appeared in Baxter County Circuit Court Monday (January 27). Forty-two-year-old Brandy Lee
Photo courtesy of Baxter Health Baxter Health’s Cline Emergency Center has earned the prestigious “Gold Tier” designation for Pediatric Readiness from the Arkansas Emergency Medical Services for Children (EMSC) State Partnership Program. The recognition highlights the center’s
Mountain Home Publics Schools Superintendent Allyson Dewey will host a “Drop In With Dewey” event Thursday evening at 5 at the Oakland Church of Christ. The event aims to give district stakeholders a chance to share their
The Norfork Public Schools Board of Education will meet in regular session Wednesday night at 6 in the Cafeteria. Items on the agenda include: – Elementary and High School reports; – Legislative update; – discussion on school
A water outage is expected for several customers of Flippin Waterworks. According to a Facebook post from the city of Flippin, a water main break has been identified on South First Street. City crews will begin repairing
The Flippin City Council meeting scheduled for Tuesday night has been rescheduled to Thursday night at 5. The agenda for the meeting has not changed. Items on the agenda include: – a resolution to amend the 2024
The Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration (DFA) and the federal government officially began accepting 2024 income tax returns on Monday, kicking off the states tax filing season. The deadline to file both state and federal tax
In Monday’s news, KTLO, Classic Hits and The Boot News had comments from John Vinson, the CEO of the Arkansas Pharmacy Association, discussing how a bill introduced in an Arkansas Senate committee last week, that is expected
A Boone County man and woman have been arrested after they allegedly used a camper and a shed without permission. Thirty-year-old Levi Cole and 36-year-old Kaelie Campbell are facing charges of burglary and possession for the incident.
Photo courtesy of AP NEWS The winter of 2024-2025 has brought unseasonably cold temperatures and heavy snowfall to North Central Arkansas and Southern Missouri, raising concerns for the upcoming gardening season. The National Weather Service reported record-breaking
In the wake of the 2024 tornado that left numerous trees downed across city lots, the City of Briarcliff is offering free permits to residents in need of firewood. Individuals can visit the Briarcliff city office located
The Flippin Public School board meet in regular session Monday evening with a busy agenda to start the new year. Superintendent Kelvin Hudson shared the following recap of the meeting. Listen: click to download audio WebReadyTM Powered
Baxter County and the City of Mountain Home saw slight increases in sales tax collected for the month of January. According to the Mountain Home Director of Finance and Treasury, Alma Clark, the city collected a total
The Marion County Budget Committee will meet Tuesday evening at 5:30 at the Marion County Courthouse. The committee will consider ordinances that will be presented to the Quorum Court in February. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
Ryan Benedict, a senior at Cotter High School, enlisted in the Arkansas Army National Guard last week. Benedict is set to begin Basic Training at Fort Sill, Oklahoma, in July. His enlistment includes a $20,000 bonus, full
A bill that would end the state’s ban on non-profit hospitals from holding a retail pharmacy license did not make it out of committee last week, but is expected to come back up in the Arkansas Senate,
Randi Dodd (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) A rural Norfork woman is in the Baxter County Detention Center on an accusation of stealing a vehicle after the driver had to leave it when it ran
Darin Greer (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) A Baxter County Detention Center inmate is accused of fighting with two jailers who later sought treatment at Baxter Health for their injuries. Sixty-one-year-old Darin Greer of Mountain
An area man was killed in a one-vehicle accident late Friday afternoon in Izard County. Seventy-four-year-old Carroll Jennings of Brockwell was pronounced dead at the scene. According to the Arkansas State Police, Jennings was traveling on Arkansas
Firing shots at two people from his truck and selling drugs to a confidential informant has led to the arrest of a man in Izard County. Facing six felony charges in the two separate cases is 22-year-old
The Flippin Public Schools Board of Education will meet in regular session Monday night at 6 at the Administration Building. Items on the agenda include: – the resignation of Kirk Dooley as the Maintenance Director as of
An area man was killed when he was ejected from his pickup truck early Saturday afternoon in Ozark County. The 36-year-old Caulfield male was pronounced dead at the scene nearly an hour-and-a-half after the crash occurred. According
Ashton Fust (Photo courtesy of Baxter County Sheriff’s Office) A report of an incident at a Baxter County residence led to the suspect being tased after fleeing from a deputy. Twenty-one-year-old Ashton Fust has been in the
Representatives of Farmers and Merchants Bank with the Bob Knight Spirit for Mountain Home Award It’s been nearly a week-and-a-half since Farmers and Merchants Bank was among the honorees at the Mountain Home Chamber of Commerce’s annual
The American Red Cross is asking donors to give blood to help the blood supply from the ongoing impact of severe winter weather and wildfires. Donors of all blood types, particularly type O negative, is encourage to
A Harrison woman is one of four people arrested statewide during a crackdown on human trafficking, specifically at illicit massage parlors. Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin said in a press release Friday afternoon 54-year-old Haiyan Lu of
Amelia Pittaway pled guilty to state drug charges during a session of Baxter County Circuit Court Tuesday. The 40-year-old Pittaway was sentenced to six years in prison with all but 20 months suspended. She has already served
Baxter Health has been recognized by Arkansas Medicaid and the Arkansas Foundation for Medical Care (AFMC) for its long-standing participation in the annual Inpatient Quality Incentive (IQI) program. The award recognizes Baxter Health’s more than 10 years
By almost every way to look at it, 2024 was a very good year for Arkansas’ economy. The state’s top individual tax rate was lowered to 3.9 percent – the lowest in a century. The corporate tax
Baxter County Conservation District Election Notice To all landowners within the boundaries of the Baxter County Conservation District, notice is hereby given that petitions for securing a ballot position for the election of conservation district directors
This week a proposed Arkansas law that would have allowed nonprofit hospitals to hold a retail pharmacy permit narrowly failed in committee Wednesday after more than an hour and a half of discussion and public testimony. Arkansas
KTLO, Classic Hits and The Boot’s Bids for Bargains auction returns this Saturday morning at 9. Bids for Bargains gives the public a chance to buy items from area merchants at huge savings. Bidding can be done
The Mountain Home Police Department (MHPD) is warning residents about mail being received from the National Police Association regarding a petition on “The Quality of Life Policing.” The department states it is not affiliated with the petition
A Mountain Home man has been arrested for stealing a shopping cart full of items from a local store. Three felony charges have been filed against 33-year-old Kory Adam Charlton. According to the probable cause affidavit from
One of three men charged with participating in a drug robbery gone wrong in which a man was shot pled guilty to charges against him during a session of Baxter County Circuit Court Tuesday (January 21). Twenty-one-year-old
The Arkansas Department of Health’s (ADH) weekly respiratory disease report released Thursday shows the intensity level stayed the same this week. The scale has three levels of very high, three levels of high, two levels of moderate,
The Friends of the Baxter County Library is continuing its annual mission to promote higher education among Baxter County residents. Applications are now being accepted for the 2025 scholarship program. The number and value of scholarships awarded
Baxter County Jurors in Group Y do not need to report for jury duty Friday. Jurors will be sent a message when a new date has been selected to report. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
The 2025 Arkansas legislative session is off to a swift start, with several bills already advancing to committee hearings and floor debates. District 3 Representative Stetson Painter told KTLO, Classic Hits, and The Boot News that bills
In recent competition Mountain Home’s Jr. High Quiz Bowl team tied for 3rd place out of the 11 teams competing in the tournament held at Ozarka College in Melbourne. The team is coached by high school math
Jon Mott at his business in Flippin A small business owner from Marion County was among eight Arkansans recently granted a presidential pardon for actions at the U.S. Capitol in Washington D.C. on January 6, 2021. Jon
The jury trial for the former owner of a local swimming pool construction company began in Baxter County Circuit Court Tuesday (January 21). Forty-two-year-old Jessica Ruth Trivitt was charged with taking thousands of dollars in down payments
The Twin Lakes Playhouse is set to open its new season Friday night at 7 with the first performance of “Harvey”. Thursday’s benefit opening night will benefit playhouse’s scholarship program and the Philanthropic Educational Organization, a women’s
The North Arkansas Electric Cooperative (NAEC) has completed construction of its 30th substation after eight months of work. The cooperative recently dedicated the new Galatia Substation and a transmission line in the Norfork area. The substation is
A portion of Newton County Road 5, also known as Cave Mountain Road, will close for road improvements. The closure, which started Wednesday, is coordinated by Newton County and Buffalo National River and will take place Mondays
The Cotter City Council will meet in regular session Thursday night at 6 in the Council Chambers at Cotter City Hall. Items on the agenda include: – a resolution to adopt the 2025 amended operating budget; –
From humble beginnings on a small farm in Kansas to over 40 years in medicine, Baxter Health is inviting the public to celebrate and honor Dr. Paul Neis’ legacy of medical excellence. Dr. Neis’ retirement reception will
The Gassville City Council held its first meeting of 2025 Tuesday night, lasting just over an hour with all members present. Highlights included the second reading of a food truck inspection ordinance. Mayor Jeff Braim provided the
Mountain Home is in for an exciting performance as the legendary Christian music group Newsboys are preparing to put on a concert at The Sheid this Sunday. This performance, as part of their World Wide Revival Nights
The Cotter School District is celebrating School Board Appreciation Month by recognizing its members for their leadership and service. During the January school board meeting, Superintendent Jayme Jones honored board members President Allen Franks, Russell Duggins, Secretary
Jurors in Group Y are required to report for duty Friday morning. According to County and Circuit Clerk Canda Reese, jurors should arrive by 9 at the Baxter County Court Complex on East 6th Street in Mountain
A year of dedication to volunteerism and a strong community spirit has earned Calico Rock the title of 2024 Volunteer Community of the Year. The honor was presented by Engage Arkansas during the Arkansas Municipal League’s Winter
The City of Bull Shoals Workshop will be held Tuesday night at 6:30 in the Council Chambers of the Bull Shoals City Hall. Items on the agenda include: – from Planning and Zoning, hearing a letter from
The Arkansas State Police (ASP) has released more details on the deadly shooting Monday in Gassville. The victim has been identified as 32-year-old Ian Lapio of Gassville. The ASP, who is handling the investigation, says when Gassville
The Marion County Transfer Station will be closed Thursday morning from 7:30 until 12:30 in the afternoon for training. Once the Transfer Station reopens they will remain open until 4. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
The City of Flippin will hold a budget workshop Tuesday afternoon at 1 at the Court Complex. WebReadyTM Powered by WireReady® NSI
Contestants for the Salem Annual Valentine Pageant, conducted by the Zeta Omicron Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi, have been announced. The Pageant will be held Feb. 7 at the Salem High School Gymnasium. Votes for candidates are
The Baxter County Historical Society is once again shining light on an effort to restore a piece of Twin Lakes Area history. The Society’s next meeting will be held on Jan. 28 at in the Knox Room
The Donald W. Reynolds Library Serving Baxter County is inviting artists to apply for the Art Odyssey Studio Tour, scheduled for late September. The three-day event gives artists a chance to open their doors, share their creative
Charitable programs in the Twin Lakes Area have an opportunity to expand their impact through Giving Tree grants, offered by the Twin Lakes Community Foundation, an affiliate of the Arkansas Community Foundation. Applications for the grants will
The Mountain Home Public Schools Board of Education will hold a special meeting Tuesday night at 5:30 in the Administration Building Board Room. The meeting will feature a Board training session from Ms. Aliza Jones from Academic
The Gassville City Council will meet in regular session Tuesday night at 6 at the Gassville Community Center. Items on the agenda include: – a second reading on an ordinance for inspections of mobile food preparation vehicles;
The Lakeview City Council will meet in regular session Tuesday night at 7 a the Lloyd Travis Municipal Center. Items on the agenda include: – discussion of state aid street project; – organization of governing body; –
The shooting incident Monday in Gassville is now being reported as fatal. A spokesperson from the Arkansas State Police has confirmed one person is dead, and another is in custody. The shooting allegedly occurred Monday afternoon at
Congratulations to Mrs. Lawrence’s featured artists at Mountain Home High School. Chance Crabtree, 10th Grade Colored Pencil & Sharpie “Rainbow Name” Joseph Vrechek, 12th Grade Pencil/Sharpie “Aged Away” Conner Chisenhall, Grade: 12th Grade Sharpie “Cartouche” WebReadyTM Powered
A power outage in eastern Baxter County that effected nearly 1150 members of North Arkansas Electric Cooperative has been restored as of 7 am Monday. NAEC CEO Mel Coleman tells KTLO News that the disruption to service
Bitterly cold air continues to dominate the region, with temperatures “running just above zero,” says National Weather Service Meteorologist Jeff Hood in a Monday morning update to KTLO News. “With an occasional gust of wind, we’re seeing
