Yell County Record

27/08/2025

John William Jack Thomas Jr., age 89 of Mt. George, Arkansas, passed away August 25, 2025 at Arkansas Heart Hospital. He was born December 9, 1935 in Goshen, New York to the late John William Thomas Sr. and Charlotte Tietgen Thomas. Jack graduated from the University of Florida with a

26/08/2025

The Burn Ban for Yell County has been lifted.

24/08/2025

Congratulations to the 2025 Jr. Miss Yell County Blakeleigh Ball and 2025 Miss Yell County Carsyn Lawrence! See photos in upcoming issues!

20/08/2025

William Nathan Nate Foster age 17 of Belleville, passed away Tuesday, August 19, 2025. He was born April 9, 2008 in Conway, Arkansas. Nate was a Senior at Danville High School and a member of the Danville Little John Football Team. He was such a special soul, he was sweet,

18/08/2025

After discussions with local fire officials and the weather service I am placing Yell County under a burn ban until further notice.

18/08/2025

Update: Visitation will be at 9am this Friday at the Plainview First Baptist Church, and the funeral will be at 10am.

We are deeply saddened to share the news of the passing of our managing editor, Jan Huntley.

For the past four years, Jan has been at the heart of our newsroom—guiding stories, shaping voices, and making sure our community stayed informed. Her dedication, professionalism, and kindness left a mark on all of us, and she will be greatly missed not only as an editor, but as a friend.

Our thoughts and prayers are with Jan’s family and loved ones during this difficult time.

31/07/2025

14/05/2025

Election Results

Two Rivers School District Zone 1
Stele James 50
Joshua Hall 45

City of Dardanelle Bond Issue
For 395
Against 31

12/05/2025

Murder Investigation
Underway in County

The Yell County Sheriff Department posted on May 11, 2025
that Jacob Bonner was being held in the Law Enforcement Center
on a charge of Homicide - Murder, 1st Degree.
The murder victim has not been named as of Monday morning, May 12.
See further details in the Yell County Record as they become available.

29/04/2025

ARKWEST to Sell to
PhireLink of Louisiana

It was announced today that PhireLink of
Farmerville, Louisiana is in the stages of
acquiring ARKWEST COMMUNICATIONS of
Danville, Arkansas.

The acquisition will take place over several
months as it requires regulatory approval.

See complete article in the Yell County Record
April 30, 2025 Edition.