Mammoth Spring Man Charged With Negligent Homicide
A Mammoth Spring Arkansas man has been charged for his involvement in a one vehicle crash that killed a 17 year old female in January 2024. Evan French, age 43…
Wanted Suspect In Custody, Deputy Injured
Randolph County Sheriff Kevin Bell announced that a wanted subject that fled from officers was in custody after a short foot pursuit and a fight with officers. Justin Schoenfeld was arrested…
Four Explosive Devices Located in Northern Arkansas
A Marion County Officer responded to property in northern Marion County Arkansas on June 27th, 2024, to follow up on devices found in a barn adjacent to County Road 165. …
SCAM ALERT Announced By Sharp County Sheriff
From the Sharp County Sheriff:I was made aware of another phone scam. This scam is calling people acting as a Sharp County Deputy claim there is a warrant for their…
Obituary: Kevin Oneal McComas
Kevin Oneal McComas, 56 of Walnut Ridge, died June 28, 2024, at the Green House Cottages of Belle Meade in Paragould. Born November 3, 1967, in Rockford, IL, son of…
MAN CHARGED WITH SEX CRIMES WITH JUVENILE
On June 25, 2024, the Izard County Sheriff’s Office dispatch received a call, near Melbourne, where it was reported that a juvenile, under the age of 14, had been raped.…
Public Notice: Law Enforcement Search Update In Randolph County
On June 27, 2024, the Pocahontas Police Department engaged in pursuit of Justin Schoenfeld, which led into the County on Nash Road. Mr. Schoenfeld fled on foot, prompting a coordinated…
Remember the 3 R’s when boating on a river
The heat of summer often leads anglers to large rivers and the promise of large catfish and an extended period of fish activity thanks to current keeping surface water moving…
Two Recognized For Extraordinary Heroism
The Izard County Sheriff’s Office is honored to recognize Deputy Brock Simons for his extraordinary heroism and selflessness, as well as Mr. Larry Wilhoite. On Friday, June 14th, 2024, Deputy…
Walking Park In Imboden Vandalized, Reward Offered
Management with the Imboden Development announced a reward for information concerning recent vandalism at the Ralph Layl Park/Walking Trail located on West 4th and Circle Drive in Imboden. Imboden Development post:Please…
Governor Orders Flags At Half-Staff In Memory Of Fordyce Victims
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has directed the United States flag and the Arkansas State flag to fly at half-staff in memory of the four Arkansans who tragically lost their lives…
BODY RECOVERED BY S.O. DIVER AFTER VEHICLE LEAVES THE ROADWAY AND GOES INTO LAKE NORFORK
A Baxter County Sheriff’s Office Diver has recovered a body from a vehicle that ran off the causeway inside the Pigeon Creek park and became submerged under the water. …
Man Sentenced to 35 years in Prison for Rape
A Sharp County jury sentenced Christopher Shatley to thirty-five years inprison for rape on Wednesday afternoon. He had been charged with two counts ofrape in 2022 and was found guilty…
Obituary: Elmer Anderson Swift
Elmer Anderson Swift, of Hoxie, AR passed away on June 23, 2024, at the Randolph County Nursing Home in Pocahontas, AR.Born December 3, 1927, in Williford, AR, he was the…
Obituary: Edwina Joyce (Brooks) Prater
Edwina Joyce (Brooks) Prater, 86, of Maynard, passed away peacefully in her sleep on June 26, 2024, at Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House. Joyce was born on January 30,…
Keeping Cool: Tips for People and Pets
Heat-related deaths and illness are preventable, yet annually many people succumb to extreme heat. Here are some tips for keeping cool during the extreme heat and also tips for keeping…