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• Crash Friday Claims the life of a Flippin Woman 06/01/2026
  A Flippin woman was killed Friday night in a single‑vehicle crash on Highway 178 in rural Marion County. According to the Arkansas State Police, the crash happened at 9:55 p.m. on May 29. Troopers say a 2019 Chrysler Pacifica was traveling eastbound when it left the roadway while negotiating a left curve. The vehicle struck […]
  James Hurtt
• OzSBI to Host Identity Theft & Scams Lunch & Learn in June 06/01/2026
  The Ozarks Small Business Incubator (OzSBI) will host Protecting Yourself From Identity Theft, Cybercrimes, and Scams on June 24 from 11:30 to 1 p.m. This lunch & learn will teach attendees how to safeguard themselves against the tactics employed by hackers to steal personal identity and financial resources.   During the session, you will learn […]
  James Hurtt
• FUGITIVE WITH COLORADO WARRANT ARRESTED IN HOWELL COUNTY 06/01/2026
  A Rolla man was taken into custody Saturday evening after Howell County deputies arrested him on multiple felony warrants. According to arrest records, 67‑year‑old Rocky J. Hart was booked at 7:35 p.m. on May 30. Hart is wanted in Lake County, Colorado, on a felony larceny warrant and is additionally charged in Missouri as a […]
  James Hurtt
• SKYFIRE RETURNS TO WEST PLAINS IN 2026 06/01/2026
  After a 12‑year hiatus, SkyFire is returning to West Plains on July 3, hosted by Give Local First at its new location, the Heart of the Ozarks Fairgrounds. Gates open at 5 p.m., with fireworks at dark presented by Ryan Miller. Food trucks will operate from 5 to 9 p.m., offering BBQ, burgers, tacos, hot […]
  James Hurtt
• Wreck Near Ava Injures Two 06/01/2026
  A 49‑year‑old woman from Licking was seriously injured in a two‑vehicle crash Sunday at the Highway 5 and Highway 14 junction in Ava. The Highway Patrol says a northbound 17‑year‑old driver from Bradleyville attempted a left turn and struck a southbound Harley‑Davidson trike, ejecting the rider. The juvenile driver had minor injuries and sought her […]
  James Hurtt