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Izard County authorities allege a Hardy, Ark., woman began breaking into and entering...
BRICKEYS, Ark. (AP) — Authorities are searching for a convicted rapist who escaped...
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Arkansas lawmakers have adjourned their special session after...
During Monday’s meeting of the Independence County Quorum Court, justices passed an ordinance...
Obituary: Betty Ann McClusky
Betty Ann McClusky, 93, of Southside passed away August 10, 2022, in Southside. She was born January 31,…
Obituary: Joyce Alene Winkle
Joyce Alene Winkle, 83, of Batesville, was called to her Heavenly Home on Wednesday, August 10, 2022. Alene…
Obituary: Sue P. Upchurch
Sue P. Upchurch of Mountain View, Ark. April 17, 1928 – August 9, 2022 Sue Nell Peeler McGroom…
BHSC students, teachers celebrate AP scores
Advance placement (AP) scores show Batesville High School Charter students rank above the average Arkansas student and global…
Mountains Music and Motorcycles begins in Mountain View Aug. 19
Riding enthusiasts agree that some of the best motorcycling in America is in the Ozarks. In fact, Roadrunner…
Arkansas lawmakers begin special session on tax cuts
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Arkansas lawmakers have begun a special session that’s focused on tax cuts and…
Southerners host media day
The Southside Southerners hosted their media day Friday, Aug. 5, at the football stadium. Varsity and junior high…
Smith, Anderson talk 2022 Independence County Area Sports Hall of Fame Ceremony
Stu Smith and Gary Anderson with the Independence County Area Sports Hall of Fame recently visited with Wes…
Lyon’s Jenkins recognized as Bob Burchard AMC Athletics Director of the Year
ST. LOUIS, Mo. – American Midwest Conference of Lyon College has been named the 2021-22 Bob Burchard American…