April 2026

Sheriff’s Notes

It saddens me that some have started reading and responding to an article that was published by a local media outlet in reference to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office.
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Making Every Dollar Count

In a year when grocery prices seem to rise faster than paychecks, many Marion County families are looking for ways to stretch their food dollars. At the Yellville Area Food Closet (YAFC), we see those challenges up close every week. We also see something else: the creativity and resilience of neighbors who manage tight budgets without sacrificing nutrition or dignity. Here are some simple, effective strategies families tell us make a real difference at the checkout line.
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Martha Scheirla of Marshall

Martha “Marti” Lavina Schneirla, 71, of Marshall, Arkansas, peacefully passed away at her home with her husband and daughter by her side on March 25, 2026. She was born on February 17, 1955, in Dimmitt, Texas, the daughter of Hays Hutcheson and Norma (Powell) Hutcheson.
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Alan Vyncke of Peel

Alan Paul Vyncke, age 75, of Peel, passed away peacefully on March 23, 2026, at Hospice of the Ozarks, in Mountain Home, surrounded by his loving wife, brother Rick, dear friends and an amazing care team. Alan was born on September 18, 1950, in Rock Island, Illinois, to Paul Vyncke and Marlowe (Techlin) Vyncke.
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