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Berryville shooting at AutoZone leaves 1 dead
BERRYVILLE, Ark. — A shooting at the AutoZone in Berryville killed one person on May 18, according to Berryville Police Chief Robert Bartos. Officers were dispatched to the auto parts store on West Trimble Avenue around 1:30 p.m. on Saturday. When officers arrived, they found a woman with a gunshot wound.
Thunder Ridge Nature Arena: An entertainment oasis in the wilderness
RIDGEDALE, Mo. – In the heart of the Ozarks, surrounded by Table Rock Lake and dense forests, lies the Thunder Ridge Nature Arena. This new venue, envisioned by Johnny Morris, founder of Bass Pro Shops, is set to become a unique destination that harmonizes nature with entertainment. Nestled in...
Prosecutors suddenly drop case against high school principal charged with murdering wife after medical examiner's 'position changed'
A high school principal and basketball coach resigned after he was charged in March 2022 with murdering his wife, but he maintained his innocence. Now, the case has been dropped. The post Prosecutors suddenly drop case against high school principal charged with murdering wife after medical examiner’s ‘position changed’ first appeared on Law & Crime.
‘Serial Child Rapist’ Nabbed in Missouri After 24 Years on the Run: Feds
An Illinois man labeled a “serial rapist” by authorities was arrested over the weekend in Missouri after more than two decades spent on the lam.Herman Carroll, 72, was taken into custody in the Ozark town of Branson by U.S. Marshals on Saturday, they said.After being accused of sexually assaulting a 12-year-old girl in 2000, he posted bail and vanished. A warrant was issued for his arrest the following year after he failed to appear at a hearing in the case. He was charged with predatory criminal sexual assault of a child, criminal sexual assault and aggravated criminal sexual abuse, federal...
Law enforcement seeking potential leads in Branson Perry case
The Nodaway County Sheriff’s Office and other law enforcement agencies began searching areas in Quitman, Missouri, on Wednesday in connection to the 23-year missing person case for Branson Perry. The Nodaway County Sheriff’s Office put out a press release stating the department received a tip in the search for...
Ready for summer break? See our final round of Student of the Week nominees
We are heading into summer. As the sun shines for longer and cicadas begin to buzz in the trees, local high schoolers are concluding their studies for the year and enjoying their summer break. Before the school year winds down, here is our final round of nominations for Student of the Week for this school year.
Bearfoot Studios opens in Hollister
A new fitness studio has opened in Hollister and offers a variety of opportunities for those interested in healthy living. Bearfoot Studios, located at 215 Gage Drive Suite C, offers classes including Jiu Jitsu, yoga and group fitness. Co-Owner Angel Adams told Branson Tri-Lakes News she taught her first yoga class in the new location on the morning of May 13.
School district honors Hollister Schools Foundation
A foundation committed to breaking down barriers to learning for students through partnerships and programs was honored by the Hollister School District at a recent Board of Education meeting. The Hollister Schools Foundation was recognized by the board for its countless hours helping with school events like Night of the...
Twinkle Market celebrates new location
Community members recently gathered on historic Downing Street in Hollister to welcome a familiar face to its new location. Twinkle Market, a unique home decor shop previously located just a few doors down from its new location, celebrated the opening of its new location at 15B Downing Street with a ribbon cutting on the afternoon of Friday, May 10. Hollister Mayor Lamar Patton put the celebration in motion by sharing his appreciation for the business.
First same-sex marriage license granted in Arkansas 10 years ago
CARROLL COUNTY, Arkansas — It's been 10 years since Arkansas's first same-sex marriage license was granted to two Fort Smith women who say they will never forget that day. The Carroll County Clerk was the first in the state to grant the licenses after a Pulaski County judge lifted a ban a few days before.
Motorcycle rider dies after accident
A Blue Eye woman died after a motorcycle accident on Thursday, May 9, on Arkansas Highway 23 near Eureka Springs. According to a report written by Arkansas State Police Trooper Brandon Warren, Nicole M. Decker, 42, of Blue Eye was riding a 2006 Harley Davidson southbound on Arkansas 23 at 4:03 p.m. when she failed to negotiate a curve at Carroll County Road 266. The motorcycle traveled across County Road 266 and off the right side of the road. The center of the motorcycle struck a tree and the motorcycle came to rest.
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