Obituary: James Robert “Rob” Heard, Jr.
James Robert “Rob” Heard, Jr., 63, of Walnut Ridge, Arkansas, passed away February 7, 2026.Rob was born December 22, 1962, in Jonesboro, Arkansas, to Bob and Shirley Heard. He was…
No Injuries In Early School Bus Accident In Alicia
No injuries reported after a Hoxie School Bus was involved in an accident in Alicia on Tuesday morning. Alicia Fire Department, Lawrence County Sheriff’s Deputies, MedicOne Ambulance and Resource Officers…
Sex Offender Arrested And Charged In Lawrence County
Joshua Adam Starkey was arrested early on Tuesday February 10th 2026 according to online booking records. Starkey was booked into the LCSO Detention Center on charges of Burglary and being…
Investigation Ongoing, Contractor Arrested After Authorities Say He Stole From Customers
On January 20th, 2026 the Sheriff’s Dept. opened an investigation into 36yr. old Brandon Wolner of Corning. The Sheriff’s Dept. had been contacted by numerous people about a contractor taking…
Sheriff’s Candidate Plans Meet And Greet In Walnut Ridge
Candidate for Lawrence County Sheriff Richy Thatcher released the following statement today announcing a Meet And Greet in Walnut Ridge on February 21st. From Candidate Thatcher: As the Sheriff’s election…
IZARD COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE WEEKLY INCARCERATION REPORT
February 9th, 2026 According to Sheriff Charley Melton, the following individuals were incarcerated in the last three weeks. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in court. Samantha Cohn,…
Sharp County Sheriff’s Office Weekly Arrest Report
According to Chief Deputy Kevin “Bart” Simpson, the following individuals were incarcerated The Week of (2/2/2026-2/9/2026). Jeremy Barnum, 42, of Searcy, was arrested for Theft of Property. Johni Craft, 47,…
Pocahontas Man Charged With Intent To Deliver Controlled Substance And More
Justin French, age 43 of Pocahontas was booked into the RCSO on Sunday afternoon according to online records. French was charged with: Possession With Purpose To Deliver Controlled Substance-Meth/Cocaine Possession…
JPD Investigating Saturday Shooting
Jonesboro Police are investigating a shooting that happened in the 1900 block of Cedar Heights Drive. Dispatch received a call around 5:30 pm and was advised of a person who…
Lawrence County Woman Tased And Arrested
An incident on Saturday night left a Lawrence County woman, arrested after officers had to deploy a taser. On Saturday night, a traffic stop shortly before 11:00pm escalated quickly before…
50th Annual Ravenden Volunteer Fire Department Fundraiser
Mark your calendars! The Annual Ravenden Volunteer Fire Department’s Annual Fund Raiser is set for March 7th at 5pm! This year’s festivities mark the 50th Year for the event!!! Bingo,…
Maynard Man Charged With Fleeing, Resisting, Assault And Controlled Substance
50 year old, Scottie Medlock of Maynard was arrested on Saturday evening by Randolph County authorities. Medlock was booked into the RCSO Detention Center on charges of: Resisting Arrest Fleeing…
Sheriff’s Candidate Holding Listening Event In Black Rock
Cody Turner, candidate for Lawrence County Sheriff is holding a “Listening Event” in Black Rock on February 28th. The event will take place at 7pm at the Black Rock City…
Strawberry Fire Department Purchases Equipment With Arkansas Rural Community Grant
The Town of Strawberry recently applied for the Arkansas Rural Community Grant to purchase a side by side and trailer for the Strawberry Volunteer Fire Department. The Town of Strawberry…
Winners Announced In S&H Quick Stop Super Bowl Giveaway
On Thursday, the winners of S&H Quick Stop’s Annual Super Bowl Giveaway. Six winners were chosen, congratulations to: Anthony Guilliams Cheryl Gosha Virgie Sundahl Teresa Nunally Joe Bell Jerry Jones…
Trapping Workshop To Be Held In March
Just a reminder to my NEA people District 1 workshop coming the first Saturday in March. You ever wonder what modern day trapping looks like? Come check it out! You…