FORMER HARDY POLICE CHIEF CONVICTED FOLLOWING MULTI-AGENCY INVESTIGATION
August 31, 2026 HARDY, Ark. — A joint investigation led by the Arkansas State Police (ASP) has resulted in the conviction of former Hardy Police Chief Scott Rose, 48. On…
Obituary: Charles Ervin Florer
Charles Ervin Florer Aug 16, 1956 – Aug 25, 2026 Charles Ervin Florer 70, of Walnut Ridge passed away August 25, 2026, at his residence. Born August 16, 1956, in…
Drug Task Force Investigation Leads To Arrest And Seizure
A six-month investigation by the 16th Judicial District Drug Task Force culminated Monday in the seizure of approximately 212 grams of methamphetamine, along with suspected drug-distribution equipment, cash, and a…
IZARD COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE INCARCERATION REPORT
August 31st, 2026 According to Sheriff Charley Melton, the following individuals were incarcerated last week. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in court. Billy Plunkett, 52 of Mount…
ASP Reports One Person Killed In Baxter County Crash
According to the Arkansas State Police, 22 year old Dodge Harris of Mountain Home was killed in a single vehicle accident on Friday. According to the ASP report, Harris was…
Addiction Recovery Meetings
Addiction recovery meetings 5 days a week at noon, Monday-Friday. Located at 511 West Main Street, Walnut Ridge Arkansas Sponsored by Cass Melchior Raupp and T-Gard Bailbonds.
Ozark Acres Fall Festival & Chili Cook Off
Saturday September 19th Set up starts at 3:30pm, Festival starts at 4:00pm Kids Activities, Pumpkin Painting, Face Painting, Tug-O-War, Cake Walk, Fire Truck Exploring and Photos, Door Prizes, Smores &…
Horseshoe Event Center Wants To Host Your Next Event
Newly remodeled 6000 sq ft event center. Spacious ballroom with seating for 200, large parking lots, handicap accessible facilities, private suites, coffee bar, ballroom suitable for hosting DJ’s and bands,…
Maynard Man Arrested And Charged With Multiple Crimes
Maynard Man Arrested And Charged With Multiple Crimes Including Transporting Fentanyl, Gun Charges And Failure To Register As A Sex Offender 64 year old, Jeffery Harris of Maynard was arrested…
Details Release In Fatal Hwy 63 Accident In Lawrence County
The Arkansas State Police released its fatal crash report on Friday’s multi-vehicle accident on Hwy 63 near Sedgwick. According to the report, a southbound 2014 Dodge Ram swerved toward the…
Ravenden Fall Festival
Organizers with the Ravenden Fall Festival scheduled for October 17th 2026 have announced the addition of musical guest Chris Claude to this year’s festival. Mark Your Calendars! The Ravenden Fall…
Cherokee Village Man Charged With Fleeing And Endangering Minor
18 year old, Donald David Beaty of Cherokee Village was arrested on Saturday August 29 and booked into the Sharp County Detention Center. Beaty was booked on charges of: Removal…
Beans & Bingo Night Sponsored By Smithville EHC
Beans & Bingo Night Saturday, October 10th Smithville Community Center Bean Supper and Bingo start at 5 pm (Donations Accepted) Bingo- 2 cards for $5 Ages 12+ Baked Goods Silent…
Grandfather Finds Gorgeous 2.29-Carat Diamond at Crater of Diamonds State Park
Barry G. Smith, of Germantown, Tennessee, recently visited Arkansas’ Crater of Diamonds State Park, where he discovered a stunning canary yellow diamond in the park’s ancient volcanic soil. Smith…
Former Hardy Police Chief Found Guilty In Sexual Assault Case Involving A Minor
A jury in Sharp County has found former Hardy Police Chief Scott Rose guilty of Sexual Assault-2nd Degree and Knowingly Furnishing Alcohol To A Minor. The Sharp County Jury is…
Dumpsters To Be Provided For Residents Of Portia
PORTIA RESIDENTS A dumpster will be available September 28–October 2. 8 AM–4 PM at 101 West Grove. For Portia residents only, No outside dumping permitted. The area will be monitored…