Obituary: Royce Leon Helms Sr.
Royce Leon Helms Sr., 99, of Smithville died June 15, 2025, at Walnut Ridge Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Born February 10, 1926, in Smithville, he was the son of Carl…
SAFER INTERNET MONTH: NEW SAFETY RULES FOR A NEW ONLINE WORLD
“Children as young as seven are being targeted online, and we’re seeing a sharp increase in sextortion cases involving minors,” said Sergeant Corwin Battle, Commander of the Arkansas Internet Crimes…
Human Remains Located Near Lake Ashbaugh Identified
The Arkansas State Crime Lab has positively identified the human remains located on June 10th, near Lake Ashbaugh, as that of Jessica Paige Kemp. An autopsy was performed by the…
Boom On Vagabond Event Planned For Ozark Acres
You are ALL invited to BOOM ON VAGABOND. Ozark Acres July 5th (celebration for July 4th.). Saturday July 5th starting at 11:00am. Lunch from 11-2 Dinner from 5-7 Kids activities…
Obituary: Millard Monroe Wells
Millard Monroe Wells, 77, of Ravenden Springs, Arkansas, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones. Millard was born on January 8,…
Probable Cause Affidavit Released In Former Hardy Police Chief Scott Rose’s Case
Some new information has been released following the arrest of Scott Rose. Authorities released Scott Rose’s probable cause arrest affidavit on Monday, June 16th, containing information about the charges Rose…
Second Earthquake In Two Days Reported Near Strawberry
Just two days after the U.S. Geological Survey reported the first minor earthquake, the agency recorded another tremor in the same area. USGS recorded the magnitude 2.1 quake at 3:25…
Obituary: Ronald Gerald Smith
Ronald Gerald Smith, 71, of Walnut Ridge, passed away Saturday, June 14, 2025, at Lawrence Hall Nursing Center in Walnut Ridge. He was born July 13, 1953, to Rev. Bob…
Smithville Baptist Church Will Hold It’s Gone Fishin’ Vacation Bible School
Smithville Baptist Church Will Hold It’s Gone Fishin’ Vacation Bible School Smithville Baptist Church will hold its Gone Fishin’ Vacation Bible School this Saturday June 21st from 9am-2pm. Classes are…
Sharp County Sheriff’s Office Weekly Arrest Report
According to Sharp County Chief Deputy Kevin “Bart” Simpson, the following individuals were incarcerated The Week of (6/9/2025-6/16/2025). Joshua Bentley, 36, of Hardy, was arrested for Hold for Other County/State.…
Imboden Revises Vicious Dog Ordinance
Imboden Revises Vicious Dog Ordinance City officials in Imboden have updated the Vicious Dog Ordinance. Approved by the council and signed by Mayor Chris Jones, the new ordinance 2025-3 replaces/reoeals…
IZARD COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE WEEKLY INCARCERATION REPORT
According to Sheriff Charley Melton, the following individuals were incarcerated in the last week. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in court. Nathan Bridges, 27 of Sage, was…
Yellow Squash and Onions * recipe
Here is a delicious and easy Yellow Squash and Onions recipe that I make often in the Summer months. Preheat oven to 375. Grease an oven-proof casserole dish. Half a…
Two Arkansas Residents Killed In Missouri Crash That Claims Four Lives
Authorities report a crash on I-44 east of Bourbon Missouri Sunday afternoon killed two people from Missouri and two people from Elizabeth, Arkansas. Missouri State Highway Patrol reports the driver…
2025 Annual Imboden Fireworks Display July 5th
The City Of Imboden’s Annual Fireworks is scheduled for Saturday July 5th and will be held at the Lawrence County Fairgrounds. Parking is located around the Sloan-Hendrix campus, Bill McCurley…
24th Annual Strawberry 4th Of July Fireworks Show
The 24th Annual Strawberry 4th Of July Fireworks Show is scheduled for Saturday June 28th. Live music by Dixon Street starts at 6pm!! Car Show and BURNOUT COMPETITION starts at…