Mountain Echo · Mountain Home, AR
Roberta “Robbie” Rae Burks, 57, of Bull Shoals, Arkansas, passed away on November 6, 2026, at Hospice of the Ozarks in Mountain Home, Arkansas. She was born on December 6, 1968, in Los Angeles, California, the daughter of Berel Ray Sparks and Frances Jane (Kimball) Sparks.
Mountain Echo · Mountain Home, AR
Arrangements for 66-year-old Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Wever, of Flippin, Arkansas, are pending at Roller Funeral Home in Mountain Home, Arkansas. Mrs. Wever passed away on… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for access Sign Up Now Close
Baxter Bulletin · Mountain Home, AR
The First Security Bank Veteran’s Plaza in downtown Mountain Home served as a timeless backdrop Wednesday to honor the community’s veterans and join the rest of the nation in recognizing and honoring the legacy, sacrifices and achievements of its servicemembers. Sponsored by the North Central Arkansas Veterans Council and hosted by Disabled American Veterans Chapter 30, the ceremony brought together representatives of several military organizations, local officials and members of the community to recognize the sacrifices made by generations of American service members. Greg Hartman, Veterans of Foreign Wars Ozark Post 3246 commander, served as master of ceremonies, opening the observance with the introduction of Dr. George Wolford, DAV Chapter 30 senior vice commander, who delivered the invocation. “(The) Rev.
Baxter Bulletin · Mountain Home, AR
The Mountain Home City Council will transition to a more economical method of preserving municipal ordinances beginning Jan. 1, 2027, as the city’s traditional metal-bound ordinance books become increasingly expensive and difficult to maintain. City Clerk Scott Liles suggested the proposed change during the council’s Nov. 5, meeting, explaining the city is facing a hardship of acquiring supplies that consists of specialized archival paper and limited options for replacing the custom-made books. “The city’s existing ordinance books consist of large, metal-bound volumes containing legal-size archival paper,” Liles explained.
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Baxter Bulletin · Viola, AR
Nearby: Viola, ARViola’s Taylor Richardson signed Wednesday a National Letter of Intent to play basketball at Sarah Lawrence College in New York. Richardson, who is averaging 20.2 points and 7.4 rebounds per game so far this season through five games, has been an all-conference performer every season since eighth grade and currently holds a 4.1 GPA. Richardson, a 5-11 senior guard/forward, was an all-state tournament pick last season, plus was named all-conference after totaling 11 double-doubles and averaging 14 points, 6 rebounds, and 2.5 assists per game in leading the Lady Longhorns to the Class 1A State semifinals. As a sophomore, Richardson was named all-conference, averaging a team-high 17.2 points, plus 4.7 rebounds and 1.9 assists per game for Viola. She also made 123 free throws. Richardson also is a two-time member of the Baxter Bulletin All-Area Team. Richardson chose Sarah Lawrence College after receiving 27 collegiate offers.
Area Wide News · Salem, AR
Nearby: Salem, ARNov 3, 2026 Noel “Dick” Wayborn Lewis, 89, of Warsaw, MO, passed away on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, at Gaines- ville, MO. Arrangements are under the direction of Barker Funeral Home in Salem, AR.
West Plains Daily Quill · West Plains, MO
Nearby: West Plains, MOWest Plains Zizzers varsity diver Chance Bradfute placed sixth at the Class 1 District 4 competition on Saturday at North Kansas City High School. The finish advances him to this weekend’s state championships, according to West Plains Head Coach Ryan Smith. In addition, Smith said Rhys Kerley was named a state qualifier in the 500 freestyle on Sunday and will also compete this weekend. The Class 1 state championships are scheduled for Friday and Saturday at the St. Peters Rec-Plex. Diving events begin at 9 a.m., followed by swimming events at 3 p.m.
West Plains Daily Quill · West Plains, MO
Nearby: West Plains, MOThe West Plains Police Department has identified 29-year-old Paul R. Maschmeyer as the man killed in an Oct. 30 shooting on Stewart Street. Police said Maschmeyer’s next of kin have been notified. The investigation into the shooting remains ongoing. The shooting occurred on the 1500 block of Stewart Street, where officers were initially dispatched following a report of a domestic disturbance, according to previous reports. While responding to the call, officers were alerted that a man involved in the disturbance had walked onto a neighboring property and confronted a resident. Police reported the neighbor discharged a firearm in self-defense during the confrontation. Upon arrival, responding officers found Maschmeyer with fatal gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead at the scene by Howell County Coroner Tim Cherry.
Harrison Daily Times · Harrison, AR
Nearby: Harrison, ARLocal furniture store Top Drawer Furniture made a special donation to the Harrison Fire Department. They donated a heap of food, provided by Hillbilly Slim’s. They also donated a photo showcasing different fire engines that have helped countless citizens throughout the years
Harrison Daily Times · Harrison, AR
Nearby: Harrison, ARThe Harrison Golden Goblins are in the playoffs and the team can thank its defense. Friday night’s game with Morrilton determined the last spot for the Class 5A State Football Playoffs from the conference. That spot went to Harrison after the Goblins defeated the Devil Dogs, 28-13. In the second half, the Goblin defense bent, but never broke as the team didn’t give up a second half point despite being put in short-field situations. Morrilton was on Harrison’s side of the field for most of the second half. The Devil Dogs received the opening kick and then gave it back to the Goblins with a fumble. The second Devil Dog drive of the second half resulted in a dropped fourth-down pass in the end zone. A Harrison interception allowed the Devil Dogs to start at the Goblin 40. Morrilton started another drive at the 41 of Harrison and then with 4:16 left in the game, thanks to a holding penalty, the Devil Dogs started on their side of the field close to the 45.
