Open in NewsBreak

Charlotte

See all locations
Customize your news
71°F
publisher avatar

LATEST NEWS

whiterivernow.com

website

Independence County quorum court hears about speeders on county road, levies taxes

Kathy Stobaugh wants drivers on Quarry B Road to slow down, and Monday night she came to the Independence County Quorum Court meeting asking for help. Stobaugh said Quarry B is on the back side of the local industrial park, with a lot of traffic on her road, which is in a residential area. “There is a lack of respect for the homes, people and animals – it’s just not right. … It’s an accident waiting to happen.”

Independence County, AR · 12h
article img

imbodenlive.com

website

Scam Announced In Lawrence County

This morning we were alerted about a scam in our area. Black Rock Police have made us aware of a scam concerning loved ones incarcerated in local detention centers. Scammers are claiming to represent local bail/bonding companies using high pressure tactics to scam money from family members of those incarcerated.

Lawrence County, AR · 2d
article img

ecommnewsnetwork.com

website

Sharp County Sheriff’s Office Weekly Arrests Report

According to Chief Deputy Kevin “Bart” Simpson, the following individuals were incarcerated The Week of (11/2/2026-11/9/2026). Alexander Armstrong, 33, of Cherokee Village, was arrested for Violation of Suspension or Probation. Johni Craft, 48, of Hardy, was arrested for Failure to Appear-Misdemeanor on Intent to Defraud a Drug Test,...

Sharp County, AR · 1d
article img

whiterivernow.com

website

Christmas Brings Hope prepares for 40th year of food distribution in Independence County

BATESVILLE, Ark. — The annual Christmas Brings Hope program is preparing for its 40th year of providing holiday food assistance to Independence County families in need. Organizers expect to distribute between 1,000 and 1,200 boxes of food this holiday season. Speaking on 1340 KBTA and Arkansas 103.3 KWOZ with White River Now’s Chad Whiteaker, organizer Ted Hall emphasized the high community need for food assistance and highlighted the decades-long collaboration behind the effort.

Independence County, AR · 15h
article img

KATV

website

Jumpstart Ministries director accused of buying counterfeit pills from undercover agent

WALNUT RIDGE, Ark. (KATV) — The director of Jumpstart Ministries is accused of paying an undercover drug task force agent $100 for pills represented as oxycodone, according to court records. Danny Lee Whitmire faces two felony charges in Lawrence County Circuit Court: use of a communication device to facilitate...

Lawrence County, AR · 17h

whiterivernow.com

website

Local 4-H member launches community service project benefiting foster children

Ashley Beller, Kate Roberts (Image: Independence County 4H) Independence County 4-H member Kate Roberts has teamed up with The CALL of Sharp and Independence Counties to launch a community service project supporting local foster families and children. Roberts, appearing alongside Ashley Beller of The CALL on White River Now with...

Independence County, AR · 22h

arkansasradio.com

website

Batesville Welcomes Charlie Strong Home as Hometown Hero

Batesville gave Charlie Strong a true hometown welcome Friday night, November 6, as the championship football coach and 1978 Batesville High School graduate was honored as the Batesville School District’s Hometown Hero. Fans, families, students, former classmates and longtime friends lined up to meet Strong and take pictures with...

Batesville, AR · 2d

Kait 8

website

Jackson County Judge Jeff Phillips announces retirement

JACKSON COUNTY, Ark. (KAIT) - Jackson County Judge Jeff Phillips is retiring at the end of his current term. Phillips has served in county government for 20 years and has served Jackson County residents for more than three decades, he said in a news release announcing his retirement. Phillips said...

Jackson County, AR · 1d

arkansasradio.com

website

Free Baby Supplies Monday at Hope Lutheran in Batesville

Families with babies and young children in Batesville and Independence County can get free baby supplies at the Hope Lutheran Baby Pantry in Batesville on Monday, November 9, and connect with important community resources at the Hope Lutheran Family Life Pantry. The event runs from 5 to 7 p.m. at...

Batesville, AR · 2d

whiterivernow.com

website

Pancakes, Photos, and Quilts: Breakfast with Santa scheduled for Dec. 5

BATESVILLE, Ark. — The annual community holiday tradition, Breakfast with Santa, is scheduled for Friday, December 5, at the Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall, located at 775 East Boswell in Batesville. The morning event features a pancake breakfast, a silent auction showcasing items and gift certificates donated by local businesses,...

Batesville, AR · 19h