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Federal audit cites Mountain Home case, finds Arkansas failed to follow rules in 138 of 140 child abuse investigations

Federal auditors found Arkansas failed to follow its own rules in 138 of 140 child abuse investigations they examined, and they named the Mountain Home case of a boy reported to the state hotline 29 times as one reason they came to the state. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector…

ByChris Fulton20 hours ago

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Bass Classic banquet set for Oct. 22 with fish fry and live music

The Baxter Health Foundation will open its second annual Bass Classic weekend with a banquet from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22, at the Baxter Health Wellness Education Center, 2545 Highway 5 North in Mountain Home. Tickets are $50 per person and include a fish fry by John 3:16 Ministries with catfish, chicken tenders,…

ByChris Fulton20 hours ago

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Ozark Surgical Group’s Dr. Isabella Guajardo honored with Heroes with Halos award

Dr. Isabella Guajardo, a general surgeon at Ozark Surgical Group, has received a Heroes with Halos award from the Baxter Health Foundation after a patient nominated her for the care she provided before, during and after surgery. The award was presented by Johanna Foster, office manager at Ozark Surgical Group; Sarah Edwards, executive director of…

ByChris Fulton2 days ago

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45th annual Health Fair and Expo brings free screenings to Mountain Home on Oct. 7

Twin Lakes area residents can get free health screenings, lab test vouchers and time with local providers on Wednesday, Oct. 7, when the Health Fair and Expo returns for its 45th year. Baxter Health and KTLO, Classic Hits and The Boot present the fair, which runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the gymnasium…

ByChris Fulton4 days ago

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Bargain Box volunteers Ratigan and Lavender receive Heroes with Halos awards

Baxter Health has honored two Bargain Box Thrift Store volunteers, Julia Ratigan and Henry Lavender, with Heroes with Halos awards. The awards were presented by Becky Rose, director of volunteer services; Karla Tyler, Bargain Box coordinator; Trisha Terry, gift officer for the Baxter Health Foundation; Janna Bell, volunteer service coordinator; Sarah Edwards, executive director of…

ByChris FultonOctober 5, 2026

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Last chance to vote: Little T’s painted pumpkin contest ends today

Voting in the fifth annual painted pumpkin contest at Little T's Mini Golf ends today, and the winners will be announced Sunday, Oct. 4. Every vote cast before closing is a dollar for The Call in Baxter and Fulton Counties, which recruits, trains and supports local foster families. Votes cost $1 each, or 10 for…

ByChris FultonOctober 2, 2026

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Baxter Health offers 15 percent off hospital bills paid before Nov. 30

Baxter Health is knocking 15 percent off any hospital account balance paid in full before Nov. 30, 2026. The discount took effect immediately and applies to all patients and hospital employees. No paperwork is required. The discount is applied automatically at the time of payment, whether the bill is paid online, in person at the…

ByChris FultonOctober 2, 2026

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Food Bank clears the way for a greenhouse beside its Highland Circle warehouse

The Food Bank of North Central Arkansas plans to build a greenhouse on the lot next to its Highland Circle headquarters after the Mountain Home City Council rezoned the property and cleared it for crop farming. The council adopted the ordinance Sept. 17 on a 7-0 vote, with Council member Susan Stockton absent. It moves…

ByChris FultonSeptember 28, 2026

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Baxter Health physician honored with Heroes with Halos Award

Dr. Jacob Carter has received a Heroes with Halos Award from Baxter Health after a patient nominated him for the care he provided during two hospital stays. Members of the intensive care unit staff presented the award. "Dr. Carter continued the legacy of exceptional care, listening attentively to my specific health challenges, explaining procedures clearly…

ByChris FultonSeptember 28, 2026

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VA to break ground on new Mountain Home clinic Oct. 2

The Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System will break ground on a new Mountain Home VA clinic at 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 2, on West End Way, a year and a half after veterans packed a Baxter County courtroom to demand a permanent facility. CAVHS announced the ceremony Tuesday. The clinic will rise in the West…

ByChris FultonSeptember 25, 2026