By Gregg L. Alexander, Sheriff Marion County Sheriff Gregg Alexander reports that on July 24, 2025, the Marion County Emergency 911 Center (E911) received a call reporting an unresponsive person in a vehicle at the Yellville Post Office. Medical personnel responded and found Wilson Kirk Bressler (48 Years of Age) of Harrison, on the ground next to his vehicle with cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in progress by the caller.
In Loving Memory of Linda Kay Keeter, lovingly known as Kay, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 28, 2025, at Hospice of the Ozarks in Mountain Home. She was surrounded by the people she cherished most, her beloved family, just as she had always surrounded them with love, grace, and unwavering care.
This week, members of the Arkansas House and Senate Public Health, Welfare, and Labor Committees received an important update from the director of Arkansas Workforce Connections on potential changes at the federal level that could impact on how workforce development programs are administered in our state.
Arkansas Democrats across four generations released the following statements thanking outgoing Chair Grant Tennille for his service to the party.
(August 22, 1908) Sadly, it needs to be that I retrieve the mantle here for Lil’ Will Miller, for he cannot talk. As I hold the lamp nearer, can you see him? Yes, that is him, there in the dark, working with pick and shovel. The boy’s dirty face, with trails of skin visible only by the tears that he attempts to restrain – but, to no avail.
The Police Department, which emphasizes community safety and ongoing training, is reported to be proactive in its outreach and interactions with the public. Residents have generally expressed confidence in the police force’s professionalism and dedication.
Pets of the Week
With a strong background in financial management and a passion to serve our county, I am proud to announce my candidacy for Marion County Collector. As a local member of our community, you can depend on me to work with integrity and transparency to ensure our tax system works for everyone.
Coming to our stage August 2 is a local favorite, The Jerry Hopper Band. The sponsors this week are 4-star car care and Native firewood and delivery, Carnes McCormick Family, MSI, Jason Nazerenko, Gregg Alexander Marion County Sheriff, Davenport Realty, Marion County Farm Bureau, and BBB Realty.
VA has announced a new policy limiting the display of flags at VA facilities, effective immediately. The policy is intended to establish consistency across the department and aligns with longstanding Department of Defense guidelines.
