The continued hot and dry weather has moved the region into a severe drought status.
The latest report issued by the U.S. Drought Monitor through the National Weather Service indicates the entire Arkansas and Missouri Lakes region under the severe drought with the lake of rainfall beginning to impact crops and pastures as well as water supplies.
Forecasters say that rain chances will increase in the area next week but that drought conditions are expected to continue into August.
Veterans Homecoming Week Begins Wednesday
The annual salute to the men and women who served in the United States Military begins on Wednesday.
Carroll County Authorities Searching For Man Who Fled Traffic Stop
Authorities are searching for a man that fled a traffic stop Sunday night.
Election Day for Some, Others Later This Month
In Missouri and Arkansas, the odd number years see elections on two different days.
The man convicted of killing 10-year-old Hailey Owens will have his appeal heard by the Missouri Supreme Court this week.
Ozarks DynaCom is spreading holiday cheer with its annual Season of Caring giveaway — nominees will receive $500 this December.
