Attorney General Issues Warning For Summer Scams
Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin has issued a warning to the people of Arkansas about the prevalence of summer travel scams and the need for caution while making travel arrangements.…
Jonesboro Man Killed And Man From Hoxie Injured In Accident
The Arkansas State Police is reporting that Jonathan Wray age 38 of Jonesboro was killed and Gary Fultner age 59 of Hoxie was injured when Wray’s vehicle crossed the centerline…
Obituary: Elizabeth Mitchell
Elizabeth Mitchell, 95 of Jonesboro, died May 29, 2023, at her residence. Born November 12, 1927, in Walnut Ridge; daughter of the late, Rufford Brooking Rozelle and Lottie Pearl Rice.…
Izard County Sheriff’s Office Releases Weekly Arrest Report
According to Sheriff Charley Melton, the following individuals wereincarcerated last week. Jenelle Leis, 62 of Franklin, was arrested on May 22 for publicintoxication and interference with emergency communication. Joshua Bryant,…
Lake Charles State Park to host annual free fishing weekend derby
Lake Charles State Park will host its annual free fishing weekend derby, sponsored by the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission, on Saturday, June 10, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.at…
Obituary: Richard “Glenn” Blackburn
Richard “Glenn” Blackburn, 64, passed away at his home Saturday, May 27, 2023 of liver cancer. He was known by many people, because of his knowledge of auto parts and…
Motorcycle Accident On Sunday Claims Life Of Mountain Home Woman
The Arkansas State Police is reporting that a 64-year-old woman identified as Mary Angela Vavruska was killed when a car attempted to turn left and turned into the path of…
Pre-Register for the Bobbie Jean Memorial Summer Reading Program
Bobbie Jean Memorial Library Summer Reading Program 2023 Attention Parents and Kids. The Bobbie Jean Memorial Library in Imboden will hold the 2023 Summer Reading Program beginning Monday. June 5th.…
Man Arrested After Renting Car, Reporting It Stolen, Trying To Trade It
Authorities report a man from Baxter County has been arrested for renting a car, reporting it stolen, and trying to trade it. According to records, 29-year-old Dale Louis Groth reportedly…
A RECENT CRUELTY TO ANIMALS INVESTIGATION DETERMINED TO BE UNFOUNDED; DOGS RETURNED TO RIGHTFUL OWNER
A RECENT CRUELTY TO ANIMALS INVESTIGATION DETERMINED TO BE UNFOUNDED; DOGS RETURNED TO RIGHTFUL OWNER Press Release From The Greene County Sheriff’s Office:In late April, two dogs were found roaming…
Calico Rock Remembers Walter Hagan and his Rocking Chairs
Walter Hagan of Calico Rock built quality rocking chairs for most of his life. A few of those rocking chairs found their way to the home of George Jones, the…
Former Sharp County Public Defender Arrested For A Second Time
The former Sharp County public defender who was recently charged for assaulting a female in Sharp County is now charged in Craighead County. Calvin F. Harrell III was charged in…
City of Imboden Hiring
The City of Imboden is currently taking applications for the position of Public Works Director. Job title, job description, qualifications and salary/benefits are all listed. Applications can be picked up…
Burglary Suspect Met By Armed Homeowner
Baxter County is reporting a man accused of breaking into a home came face-to-face with an armed homeowner. Deputies arrested Braydan Anthony Sisk age 29 of Mountain Home early Thursday,…
Authorities Report 9 Year Old Girl Drowned
Newport Police say a nine-year-old girl was found deceased after authorities say she drowned in a lake. Newport Police Department was called to Newport Lake around 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday,…
Powhatan Historic State Park to host pearl stringing workshop
On Saturday, June 3, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., park staff will teach participants how to make a necklace, bracelet or earrings from pearls. Freshwater pearls from the bottom…