Sharp County Sheriff's Office

09/21/2026

According to Chief Deputy Kevin “Bart” Simpson, the following individuals were incarcerated The Week of (9/14/2026-9/21/2026).

Janie Baltz, 64, of Pocahontas, was arrested for Public Intoxication.

Selena Evans, 30, of Hardy, was arrested for Endanger Welfare of Minor-1st Degree-Risk of Death/Physical Injury-Desert Under 10, DWI and Refusal to Submit.

James Goldman, 43, of Cave City, was arrested for Manufacture of a Schd. VI Controlled Substance.

Morgan Kirk, 30, of Sidney, Body Attachment.

Keith McClay, 46, of Arkansas, was arrested for Parole/Probation Hold.

Jason Obrien, 53, of Poughkeepsie, was arrested for Fictious Tags and Possession of Sched. VI LT 4oz.

Venon Reiley, 52, of Cherokee Village, was arrested for Battery 3rd Degree and Public Intoxication.

Levi Russell, 24, of Walnut Ridge, was arrested for Public Intoxication.

Hunter Schreurs, 29, of Cherokee Village, was arrested for Violation of a Protection Order.

Stewart Smith, 56, of Cherokee Village, was arrested for Disorderly Conduct and Public Intoxication.

Nicholas Tomei, 24, of Henderson, was arrested for Theft $5,000 or Less But Greater than $1000.

Colton Walls, 37, of Hardy, was arrested for Body Attachment.

09/14/2026

The following are the Sharp County community service hours. There were 160 accumulative hours worked from 9/6/2026-9/12/2026, completing several projects in the Sharp County Community. Time was spent in Tri County Recycling, Cherokee Village Animal Control, Courthouse-Prosecutor’s Office under the service of Coordinator Brian Watson.

The program was designed to allow inmates to pay off fines and serve the communities of Sharp County.

Thank you.

Chief Deputy Kevin “Bart” Simpson

09/14/2026

The following are the Sharp County community service hours. There were 368 accumulative hours worked from 8/30/2026-9/5/2026, completing several projects in the Sharp County Community. Time was spent in Tri County Recycling, Cherokee Village Animal Control, Sharp County Courthouse, Barnes Cemetery, CVSID: Thunderbird Spillway, Omaha Spillway and Aztec Spillway, and Cedar Valley Trail under the supervision of Coordinator Brian Watson.

The program was designed to allow inmates to pay off fines and serve the communities of Sharp County.

Thank you.

Chief Deputy Kevin “Bart” Simpson

09/14/2026

According to Chief Deputy Kevin “Bart” Simpson, the following individuals were incarcerated The Week of (9/7/2026-9/14/2026).

Vickie Barron, 50, of Williford, was arrested for Domestic Battering-3rd Degree.

Kevin DeLeon, 35, of Marietta SC, was arrested for No Driver’s License.

Jody Dement, 39, of Jonesboro, was arrested for Failure to Appear-Misdemeanor on No Proof of Liability Insurance-Local.

Amanda Hicks, 40, of Cherokee Village, was arrested for Failure to Appear-Misdemeanor on Driving on Suspended/Revoked DL.

Charles Ivey, 69, of Hardy, was arrested for Criminal Mischief 1st Degree and Unlawful Removal or Failure to Charge an Electronic Monitoring Device.

Michael Koch, 29, of Hamilton MO, Possession of Sched. VI LT 4oz and Hold for Other County/State.

Dennis Morris, 66, of Pocahontas, Awaiting Arrest Documents.

James Pillips, 28, of Rison, Parole/Probation Violation.

John Rosser, 20, of Cherokee Village, was arrested for Simultaneous Possession of Drugs & Fi****ms, Possession with Purpose to Deliver Controlled Substance Sched VI >=14gm=$5000=$5000

09/10/2026

There is still time to sign up!!

CALLING ALL HEROES! 🦸‍♂️🦸‍♀️

We are officially ONE MONTH AWAY from race day! Hosted by The CALL and the Sharp County Sheriff Foundation, it’s time to suit up and lace up for the Heroes for Hope 5K & Kids’ Fun Run! Join us for a fun, family-friendly morning as our community comes together to make a real difference across Sharp and Independence Counties.

Kids won't want to miss the chance to see a fire truck, ambulance, and police car up close and ready to explore!

Every step you take directly supports children in foster care, local law enforcement's public service missions, and families in need throughout our community.

Event Details:

Location: Cave City Park (Start & Finish Line)

5K Run/Walk: Begins at 9:00 AM

Free Kids’ Fun Run: Begins at 9:10 AM

Finisher Medals: Guaranteed for all race participants!

Dress Code: Superhero costumes are highly encouraged!

Registration Details:

Entry Fee: $30

Race Day T-Shirt: Today (September 10) is the absolute last day to guarantee your shirt size—register before midnight!

Race Day Registration: Available on-site from 8:00 AM – 8:30 AM

👉 Register Online Now: runsignup.com/Race/AR/CaveCity/HeroesForHope5Kandfunrun

Questions?
Reach out to our team at (870) 643-0757 or contact our Affiliate Director, Ashley Beller.

09/10/2026

There are still team entries available so sign up today!!!
Cash prizes on every hole!!
Hole In One Golf cart giveaway!!
Great food and lots of fun!!
Come join us!!

09/08/2026

According to Chief Deputy Kevin “Bart” Simpson, the following individuals were incarcerated The Week of (8/31/2026-9/7/2026).

James Baney, 48, of Ash Flat, was arrested for Hold for Other County/State.

John Durbin, 42, of Cherokee Village, was arrested for Failure to Appear on No Tags, Failure to Yield, No Proof of Liability Insurance-Local, Driving on Suspended/Revoked DL, Unsafe Vehicle and Reckless Driving.

Donald French, 61, of Cherokee Village, was arrested for Failure to Register Vehicle-Expired Tags, No Insurance and Driving DWI Revoked License.

Samantha Hall, 33, of Ravenden, was arrested for No Proof of Liability Insurance, Reckless Driving, Driving on Roadways Lane for Traffic, Driving while Intoxicated and Unlawful Use of Driver’s License.

Allison Horn, 57, of Cave City, was arrested for Possession of Sched. VI LT 4oz and Driving while Intoxicated (Drugs).

Elvis Jones, 51, of Cherokee Village, was arrested for Failure to Exhibit Registration, Improper Window Tint, Speeding, Possession of Sched. I, II M**h/Co***ne LT 2gm, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia M**h, Co***ne, He**in, Fentanyl and No Seat Belt.

Joshua Mann, 36, of Jonesboro, was arrested for Domestic Battering-3rd Degree and Public Intoxication.

Dairyus McNorton, 24, of Cave City, was arrested for Headlamps Required, Speeding, Driving while Intoxicated-1st Offense and Careless/Prohibited Driving.

Carl Miller, 50, of Van Buren, was arrested for Drinking in Public, Open Container of Alcohol in Vehicle and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.

Michael Nesby, 31, of Trumann, was arrested for Failure to Pay Time Pay on No Proof of Insurance.

David Riddle, 62, of Proctor, was arrested for Violation of Suspension or Probation.

William Rutledge, 21, of Williford, was arrested for Leaving the Scene of Accident, Possession of Sched. VI LT 4oz, and Public Intoxication.

Wade Sparks, 42, of Evening Shade, was arrested for Violation of No Contact Order.

Donald Tucker, 37, of Arkansas, was arrested for Direct Contempt of Court.

Amanda Willey, 41, of Ash Flat, was arrested for Failure to Appear on Possession of Instrument of Crime and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.

08/24/2026

According to Chief Deputy Kevin “Bart” Simpson, the following individuals were incarcerated The Week of (8/17/2026-8/24/2026).

Ottis Bailey, 28, of Batesville, was arrested for Bond Revocation.

Timothy Baker, 55, of Hardy, was arrested for Contempt of Court.

Samantha Brink, 39, of Hardy, was arrested for Endangering the Welfare of Minor 1st Degree.

Wyatt Conner, 39, of Hardy, was arrested for Failure to Comply with Conditions.

Vasiliy Gossen, 34, Rogersville MO, was arrested for Hold for Other Couty/State.

Marlin Hambrick, 26, of Cave City, was arrested for Violation of Suspension or Probation.

Jeffrey Harris, 36, of Evening Shade, was arrested for Possession of Drug Paraphernalia M**h, Co***ne, He**in, Fentanyl.

Margaret Ivie, 28, of Sidney, was arrested for Contempt of Court.

Joshua Krolak, 34, of Batesville, was arrested for Driving While Intoxicated-1st Offense.

Billy Mask, 37, of Arkansas, Direct Contempt of Court.

Kelley Moore, 39, of Mountain Home, was arrested for Commercial Burglary and Theft $25,000 or More-From Building.

Crystal Pierce, 47, of Cherokee Village, was arrested for Contempt of Court.

Nancy Potter, 65, of Evening Shade, was arrested Failure to Appear-Misdemeanor on Clean Yard.

Ashley Rogers, 37, of Evening Shade, was arrested for Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.

Misty Sallas, 46, of Batesville, Bond Revocation.

Ashley Smith, 37, of Cherokee Village, was arrested for Contempt of Court.

Lucas Soden, 47, of Wappapello MO, was arrested for Violation of Suspension or Probation.

James St. John, 31, of Cave City, was arrested for Domestic Battering-3rd Degree, Endangering Welfare of Minor 3rd Degree and Public Intoxication.

Timothy Strain, 46, of Cave City, was arrested for Violation of suspension or Probation.
Johnathan Stull, 43, of Osceola, was arrested for Contempt of Court.

Madison Tyler, 24, of Ash Flat, was arrested for Possession of Sched. VI LT 4oz and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia M**h/Co***ne.

Samantha Wiley, 33, of Cherokee Village, was arrested for Contempt of Court.

08/24/2026

The following are the Sharp County community service hours. There were 288 accumulative hours worked from 8/16/2026-8/22/2026, completing several projects in the Sharp County Community. Time was spent in Tri County Recycling, Cherokee Village Animal Control, Sharp County Courthouse and Hopewell Cemetery under the supervision of Coordinator Brian Watson.

The program was designed to allow inmates to pay off fines and serve the communities of Sharp County.

Thank you.

Chief Deputy Kevin “Bart” Simpson

08/21/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Suit Up for the Heroes for Hope 5K & Kids’ Fun Run in Cave City

CAVE CITY, AR — Local runners, families, and community supporters are invited to dress up in their favorite superhero attire for the Heroes for Hope 5K & Kids’ Fun Run at Cave City Park on October 10. Co-hosted by The CALL in Sharp & Independence Counties and the Sharp County Sheriff Foundation, this family-friendly event brings the community together to raise vital support for local children, families, and public servants.

Proceeds from the event directly fund efforts to support children in foster care, assist families in need, and advance local law enforcement public service missions across both Sharp and Independence Counties.

Event Schedule & Highlights

Hosts: The CALL in Sharp & Independence Counties and the Sharp County Sheriff Foundation

Date/Location: October 10 at Cave City Park (Start & Finish Line)

On-Site Registration: 8:00 AM – 8:30 AM

5K Run/Walk: Begins at 9:00 AM

Free Kids’ Fun Run: Begins at 9:10 AM

Finisher Medals: For all official race participants.

Touch-a-Truck Area: A local fire truck, ambulance, and police car will be on-site for children to explore and meet local first responders!

Costumes: Superhero attire is highly encouraged for participants of all ages.



Registration & Sponsorships

The entry fee for the 5K Run/Walk is $30. Participants must register by September 10, 2026, to guarantee an official event t-shirt. On-site registration will also be open the morning of the race from 8:00 AM to 8:30 AM.

Event organizers are currently seeking local business and community sponsors to support the run and its recipient causes.

To register online, visit runsignup.com/Race/AR/CaveCity/HeroesForHope5Kandfunrun.

For sponsorship packages, event inquiries, or additional details, contact The CALL Local Director Ashley Beller at (870) 643-0757.