Hope Lutheran Family Life Pantry will host a Baby Pantry and Family Breakfast on Saturday, January 17, from 9 to 11 a.m. at Hope Lutheran Church, located at 2415 East Main Street in Batesville. The…
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Breaking: Governor Sanders Signs Executive Order Authorizing Additional Recovery Funds for 2025 Severe Storms and Tornadoes
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has issued an executive order amending a previous disaster recovery directive to provide additional funding for communities impacted by the severe thunderstorms and tornadoes that struck Arkansas on or about March…
Former State Representative from Batesville Tommy E. Mitchum of Batesville Passes Away at 76
Former State Representative Tommy E. Mitchum, 76, of Batesville, peacefully passed away on Monday, December 22, 2025, at White River Medical Center, surrounded by family. Known for his dedication to public service, his love for…
31st Annual Lyon College Service Day Sets New Record for Volunteer Hours
The 31st Annual Lyon College Service Day on October 22 brought together hundreds of students, faculty, and staff to make a meaningful impact across Batesville and Independence County, setting a new record for volunteer hours.…
Arkansas National Guard Troops Called In For Special Meeting With Local Officials
Arkansas has been hit hard by severe weather. The National Guard has held meetings with local officials to access the situation. On April 5, 2025, Brig. Gen. Chad Bridges, Arkansas’ adjutant general, met with local…
Aftermath Photos Released After Tornado Hits Arkansas Leaving Multiple Injured
Photos have been released showing the extensive damage. Cave City, Arkansas, entered a state of emergency after severe storms hit Friday night, injuring five people and causing widespread power outages. Mayor Jonas Anderson announced the…
Multiple Earthquakes Reported Near Batesville Within Hours
Two small tremors reported in the same day in Cave City, Arkansas. A 1.8 and 2.1 magnitude earthquake occurred on February 3rd, 2025. The two events, although minor, happened on the same day. An event…
Arrest Made At Casey’s Gas Station in Batesville After Officer Recognizes Customer
A Batesville man has been arrested at Casey’s General Store in Batesville, Arkansas. It all started when a Batesville police officer noticed a man in Casey’s General Store in Batesville. After approaching him, not only…
Unexpected Bust Made After Traffic Stop Near Batesville Leads To Admission By Passenger
The whole incident went down in the area of Batesville, Arkansas. A man was arrested on February 12th, 2025 after a drug test revealed that drugs were found during a July 2024 traffic stop. During…
Batesville Man Arrested After Reportedly Faking Home Address
He reportedly faked where he lived in Batesville, Arkansas. A 20-year-old man named Xavier H. Corter, a convicted sex offender, was supposed to register his address with the Independence County Sheriff’s Office. He reportedly misled…
