Big support for in-town trails master plan B ecky G illette On Monday evening, Eureka Springs City Council approved the first reading of a resolution approving a master plan for developing an in-town trails system after hearing public comments for nearly two hours, including statements from 27 people in favor of adopting the planning document. Forty-four people made public comments. After the overwhelming show of support for the master plan for trails, the next largest number of comments was from residents who oppose fluoridation of the city’s water. There were also public comments in favor of a resolution in commemoration and celebration of marriage equality. City Attorney Tim Weaver said he could only remember one other meeting where there were more speakers, 70 in 2005. He said that meeting went on until midnight. The meeting Monday lasted until after 10 p.m., leaving aldermen clearly fatigued. Regarding adopting a master plan to develop an in-town trail system on city roads, alleys and green spaces that have not been developed, Susan Morrison remarked on the size of the crowd outside of the council meeting room, which numbered about 50 – many wearing stickers that said “YES! To Trails.”
“It is a really positive thing,” Morrison said. “People are really coming together on this very important issue. This is an amazing way to advertise
ourselves and talk about ourselves.” Denton West, who owns a bicycle shop in town, said the trail system would cut down on traffic gridlock and
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We have a dog park! – A jubilant gathering celebrated the opening of the Eureka Springs Bark Park at Harmon Park on July 14, thanks to the efforts of Rachel Brix, the Dog Park Committee and volunteers, and land being allocated by Parks. At center (with scissors) Rachel and Ryan are flanked by Chamber of Commerce president, Mike Bishop, and Mayor Morris Pate along with committee members, project volunteers and dog owners. Photo by Eric Studer
This Week’s INDEPENDENT Thinkers Hangzhou, China; Paris, France; San Antonio, Texas; Vancouver, BC – what do they have in common other than lots of kids and choking traffic problems? These cities, and more all the time, have started public bike sharing programs that have been so successful they’re now offering ageappropriate bikes and colorful helmets to toddlers, hoping one day children will choose a bicycle as their urban transportation. Riding lessons are included in the deal. It was the power of the people that got cities to provide affordable rental bikes and helmets for adults and the little ‘uns. “We are preparing for the future of Paris,” Mayor Anne Hidalgo said. Photo by newsbytesonline.wordpress.com
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Heroes – “Shampoo” Tapia, left, and son, Kevin, were glad they had swimming skills when lives were in danger.
Lifesaving event a family affair E ric S tuder On July 7, “Shampoo” Tapia, a cook at Bubba’s Bar-B-Q and owner of Shampoo’s Lawn Services in Holiday Island, took his three children for their weekly swim at Table Rock Lake near Eagle Rock Marina. He never anticipated the lifesaving role he and his children would play that day. After parking near the swimming area, they observed a young man and woman struggling in the water, initially thinking they were playing and having a good time. It quickly became apparent the 19 year-old man, Carlos, was drowning. Shampoo instructed his 13year daughter, Elizabeth, to find someone with a cell phone to call 911 while he and his 14 year-old son, Kevin, leapt into the lake to save Carlos. “When I finally reached his girlfriend, she was hysterical because Carlos was no longer on the surface. I dove three times and could not locate him. Fortunately, my son, Kevin, made his fourth or fifth dive and brought him to the surface. Together we got him to shore, which was no easy feat,” Tapia said. “Carlos was unconscious and not breathing, so we immediately began CPR efforts which got him breathing again, although he never regained consciousness. Fortunately, EMTs 2 |
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arrived soon after that and prepped him to be airlifted to a Springfield hospital.” Kevin, who has lived in Holiday Island with his family for 14 years, will begin 9th grade at Eureka Springs High School in the fall. “My father taught me to swim when I was very young and I’ve always loved being in the water. I never imagined being in a position to save someone from drowning, I’m just glad we were there at the right time. Thanks to the quick actions of my dad and sister, I think we really did something special that I will never forget,” Kevin said.
Cocktails for a Cause July 17 It’s bottoms up for People Helping People at Chelsea’s on Thursday, July 17. Join friends and neighbors from 5 – 7 p.m. and drink up to help this worthy group do their work. Admission donation is $10. A percentage of the drink income will be divided evenly between People Helping People and the Main Street program.
INDEPENDENTNews CAPC bandies delinquents, Aud parking and online searches
Nicky Boyette At its July 9 meeting, the City Advertising and Promotion Commission considered adding search capabilities to the eurekasprings.org website which, according to Commissioner Damon Henke, would make it easier for visitors to find a room in town. Henke mentioned at the June 25 workshop he had noticed how much easier it was to compare prices and find a room on websites of certain other cities because of the behind-the-scenes features of Jackrabbit, a reservation search engine which enables more direct searches for booking rooms in local lodgings. Chair Charles Ragsdell observed when he searched the Fayetteville site, which uses Jackrabbit, not all of their tax collectors appeared in his search, and he insisted Arkansas law requires the CAPC to advertise all lodgings equally. Henke agreed that all lodgings, large and small, should appear equally. He also stated not all businesses use an online reservation system, which is typically how Jackrabbit hooks a business into its search. However, he said he had learned from folks at Jackrabbit they can work with businesses to set up the capability to appear in the search. The process might take two or three months and there would be an added expense. Henke said the annual cost would depend on the number of lodgings listed and web traffic. The
ballpark cost for Eureka Springs could be $18,000 annually. However, the number of clicks for each search for a room would be significantly reduced, and they would capture those potential visitors who easily find what they want in only a few clicks. Ragsdell said his concerns would be mitigated if Jackrabbit could find a way to include all lodgings. Henke replied that Jackrabbit understands that requirement and it would be more expensive to set up, but agreed all properties must be listed. Commissioner Robert Schmid stated if there were a way to use these kinds of search engines legally, then “We should have started it yesterday.” Commissioner Terry McClung voiced his approval of the concept by stating, “If it treats small Bed & Breakfasts like large hotels, then we’re doing our jobs.” Henke said he would do more research and even try to get representatives of Jackrabbit and other search engines to attend a workshop and answer questions for the commission. Delinquents Finance Director Rick Bright told the commission there are a handful of businesses that are perpetually delinquent on paying their CAPC taxes. He said they regularly wait two or three months, sometimes longer, to pay, thereby incurring several hundred extra dollars in penalties and interest mandated by state law. He said after three months, he gets a summons and a court date is set, but the CAPC often
gets paid on the day before a scheduled court date. Bright said state law has a category called “non-compliant” which would allow the CAPC to also impose a $50 per day fee in addition to the late penalties and interest for businesses delinquent beyond a certain number of months. He suggested establishing 12 months as the period after which a business is classified non-compliant. “To them it’s a game. We could take the game out of it by charging the extra fee,” Bright observed. Bright said he would set up guidelines for when CAPC would begin imposing the extra $50 per day and bring his suggestion to the next workshop. Ragsdell said the process would be much simpler if everyone simply paid on time. Auditorium parking Ragsdell said during the recent performance by the Yellowjackets at the Auditorium, a lack of communication resulted in the CAPC losing six parking places supposedly reserved for performers or producers during performances. He suggested they include a paragraph in the Auditorium contract that would establish a protocol for those six spaces to avoid confusion at future events. He also proposed they set up a time-limited loading zone in the alley behind the Auditorium. The site is presently a fire lane so parking is prohibited. He said performers and producers, including him, have received tickets for unloading equipment there,
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INDEPENDENTNews Council backs resolution supporting marriage equality B ecky G illette Supporters of marriage equality successfully lobbied Eureka Springs City Council Monday night to adopt a resolution in commemoration and celebration of marriage equality. During public comments, Dick Titus said forever in history it will be recorded that the first same sex marriage license in the Southern states was issued in the town of Eureka Springs. Titus and his long-time partner, Zeek Taylor, were the first male same-sex couple married legally in Arkansas. On May 9, Pulaski County Pulaski County Circuit Judge Chris Piazza ruled that a constitutional amendment passed by voters in 2004 banning gay marriage was unconstitutional. He also overturned a 1997 state law banning gay marriage. The ruling came late on a Friday, which left an opening for Eureka Springs to be the first to issue marriage licenses to gay couples because the courthouse is open on Saturdays to issue marriage licenses.
Same-sex licenses were issued for about a week before there was a stay on Piazza’s ruling pending an appeal to the Arkansas Supreme Court. Michael Walsh told council there was no good reason to oppose the proposed resolution which says, “commemorating that historic occasion with a public celebration is right and fitting for a city that places a premium on equality and recognizes marriage as a powerful and important affirmation of love and commitment and as source of social support and recognition. “We congratulate all same-sex newlyweds licensed to marry and/or are married in Eureka Springs and elsewhere throughout Arkansas on and before May 10, 2014, and welcome them, their friends and family to celebrate at the ‘Married to Equality’ reception in Eureka Springs August 2.” Walsh said county officials gave the city a black eye by slamming the
courthouse doors in the face of people who came to get licenses, some of whom had traveled long distances and slept in their cars to get in line for a license. “Most were eventually disappointed,” Walsh said. Because initially the courthouse clerk refused to issue licenses, there were delays while a new clerk was called in, and only 15 couples received licenses before the courthouse closed. “This resolution is a way for making up for that in a positive way, “ Walsh said. “We can’t erase the headlines or the hurt, but with this resolution we can heal.”
Northwest Arkansas officials weigh in on high voltage power lines City councils and Chambers of Commerce see more risks than benefits if high voltage power lines constructed in the Ozarks University of Arkansas researchers have surveyed prominent community leaders about various energy issues in Arkansas, and almost two-thirds of city council representatives, Chamber of Commerce members, and others in 15 cities in Northwest Arkansas feel risks of installing proposed installation of high voltage power lines. Specifically, • 70 percent of those surveyed are concerned that the power lines will decrease property values; • 66 percent are concerned about environmental degradation triggered
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Lamont Richie, a Carroll County Quorum Court justice of the peace, said the resolution was another installment in a long line of actions to acknowledge people whose sexual orientation has been basis of discrimination and disentitlement. He said that except for what he described as a humiliating obstacle course at the courthouse, May 10 was a fabulous day for proponents of same-sex marriage. Richie said now is the time to do the right thing, and he hoped for unanimous approval from the city council. He didn’t get that as one alderman, Dee Purkeypile, voted against the resolution.
by clear-cutting trees for line rightsof-way; • 65 percent are concerned high voltage power lines will threaten tourism and/or other related industries; • 64 percent are concerned about negative impacts of pesticide/ herbicide use on the power line rights-of-way; and • 51 percent are concerned that electromagnetic fields emanating from the transmission lines will cause negative health effects.
INDEPENDENTNews Quorum court ‘not referees’ for airport arguments N icky B oyette Almost 20 people jammed into the jury room at the Berryville courthouse for a Carroll County Quorum Court committee meeting regarding recent issues at Carroll County Airport. Justice of the Peace Jack Deaton said committee members wanted to gather information to see if there is anything they can do to help settle disputes between CCA management and recent tenants. Airport Commission Chair Lonnie Clark, pointed out tremendous progress made at CCA over the past few years, adding that the commission and airport management are obliged to abide by federal and state guidelines, and they expect tenants also to follow the rules. He said recent spats at the airport, including misbehavior on the part of one tenant in particular, have occurred because tenants have not followed airport rules. According to Sheila Evans, former manager of CCA, Ozark Flying Club (OFC), which had two airplanes in one of the new hangars, for months wouldn’t provide a list of its members although she had asked for one. Also Danny Hendicks, owner of Ozark Flying School, had cut a doorway in a new hangar without permission, and the commission considered this a violation of the lease. Both tenants have moved their operations to Cassville, Mo. Clark said Dana Serrano, airport manager, sent a letter to Greg Gibson, president of OFC,
stating she was willing to go over the issues and work toward resolution but so far there has been no response. JP John Reeve said he had observed many Airport Commission meetings, and in his opinion, “Things could have been handled more diplomatically on both sides but procedures were followed. Then emotions got involved. They’ve been invited back, and the airport will continue.” Bob Green, member of OFC, pointed out the tenants had signed the lease but the county never did. Therefore it was a valid lease yet. Clark acknowledged the airport, as a courtesy, had allowed the tenants to move things into the hangars before the lease was signed. Deaton said, “My phone has been ringing off the wall. There are bad feelings out there.” He said CCA management has done well over time, but right now Cassville is getting the extra business. Perry Evans, pilot and former airport manager, said he has heard from pilots at recent fly-ins that OFC members are saying CCA does not sell fuel any longer, which would be, as Evans described it, “sabotaging the airport.” JP Ron Flake switched the subject back to airport management by observing the budget committee never gets enough information about the finances at the airport. As for the unapproved cutting of a hole in a hangar wall, Flake said, “If a Flying Club member commits a crime,
call the sheriff. We’re not referees for their arguments.” Deaton reiterated, “We’re trying to find out what to do and we don’t want this to happen again. We’re at the same place we were three months ago.” Commissioner Dave Teigen added that although errors were made all around, the job at hand was to repair any damage and move forward. The hangars are available. He said there would no long-term effect from the loss of OFC. He said it would be good to have a flying club there, but it is not a make-or-break issue for the future of the airport. In the end, the court had two requests. Flake asked Clark to make sure the commission provides financial statements monthly. JP Gaylon Riggs, who had moderated the meeting, said, “We can only ask you to treat people professionally.”
Fatty Fest is back
July 18 – 20 Eureka Springs Fat Tire Festival Watching or competing, there are three days of excitement to enjoy at this off road mountain bike event at Lake Leatherwood. Short track, super D, downhill, observed trials, cross-country racing and more. The whole family can participate with adults’ and kids’ competitive and noncompetitive events. Events end with great fun and music at after parties. For schedule, categories, fees, registration and more, email renko@progressivetraildesign. com, see www.fattirefestival.com or phone (479) 422-7654. www.esINDEPENDENT.com | July 16, 2014 |
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INDEPENDENTNews ‘Ms. Pat’ retires from Turpentine Creek Eric Studer A brief up-close tiger introduction at a wildlife park in Michigan led Pat Quinn to realizing her life calling was to work with exotic cats. With her children grown and on their own, Pat decided a major lifestyle change was in order. After being rejected by the Detroit Zoo, Pat conducted an Internet job search and discovered Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge was seeking a new secretary. She never realized where the 16-plus year adventure would lead. She met with refuge founders Don and Hilda Jackson and Tanya Smith in April of 1998, and fell in love with the animals at the sanctuary. Pat took on intern jobs cleaning cages and feeding big cats to fully understand the scope of her dramatic job change. She returned to Detroit and submitted a two-week notice for her corporate job at banking company, Comerica, and moved to Eureka Springs two weeks later. Combining corporate expertise
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with her abiding love for exotic cats, “Ms. Pat” has been an integral member of the TCWR team ever since. During her tenure, she has played a variety of instrumental roles, including tiger rescue assistant, fundraising Chair, secretary,
board member and auction Chair. “This is easily the most fulfilling job I’ve ever had. I am so proud of the excellent work we do here,” Quinn said. “Big cats, like all animals, are God’s creation. When I look into a tiger’s eyes, I feel I’m looking into God’s eyes. They trust us with their lives, which is a big responsibility and commitment.” Asked about her proudest moments during her time at the refuge, she was quick to respond with a long list of accomplishments by the entire Turpentine Creek team, which include: • An internship program that leads the nation with the best students from colleges around the world (18 students chosen out of 150+ applicants) • Moving more than 100 big cats and bears from concrete enclosures to expansive natural habitats • Creation of Rescue Ridge in less than six months for more than 30 exotic cats relocated from a
bankrupt wildlife facility • An excellent safety record, second to none – no life threatening accidents or animal escapes • Starting construction in the near future on their first on-site vet clinic, eliminating the need to transport animals off-site for proper vet care Now “officially retired” but still going in to work one day a week, Pat enjoys 97 percent retirement and participates in a variety of community-related projects. She will continue supporting the refuge as a board member and fundraising assistant. Saying she has the best of both worlds, Pat spends her remaining workdays with the big cats at Turpentine Creek, and time off with her two dogs, Anubis and Spencer, and her domestic cat, Buster. When asked about her career change more than 16 years ago, Pat’s response comes quickly … “Talking with a tiger at lunch time is a lot better than feeding pigeons along the Detroit River!”
Wheelin’ and Grilling for a Cure If you think your BBQ rocks, it’s time prove it at the first Wheelin’ and Grilling for a Cure hosted by Wheelin’ World Off Road Park. It’s a great opportunity to put your money (and some great BBQ) where your mouth is in support of the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life of Carroll County. Sign up now to enter your best beef, pork and/or chicken BBQ at this new cookoff. Entry fee is $50 for the first meat and $25 per each additional meat entered. Proceeds go to Relay for Life of Carroll County.
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Entry check-in is August 8, 5 – 10 p.m. and the cook-off begins Saturday, August 9, at 8 a.m. There will be cash prizes based on the total number of entries and trophies in each meat category plus a People’s Choice award. Event ends at 7 p.m. and there’ll be plenty of games and activities for the kids. Wheelin’ World Off Road Park is on Hwy. 23, 3.5 miles south of Eureka Springs, (10 Mint Ridge Road). To obtain entry forms and rules contact Debbie Norris (870) 480-2797 or the Park at (479) 253-5509. Come see the park and purchase BBQ on a per-vendor basis from those who will be selling.
INDEPENDENTNews Our Green Acre – an Animal Welfare Approved alternative to hog factories Becky Gillette If you love the Buffalo National River (BNR) but don’t want to give up the bacon, there is an option other than buying from international conglomerates like Cargill, which is contracted to purchase meats from the controversial 6,500-head hog factory in the BNR watershed. Richard and Misty Langdon and their daughter, Brittany, have a 500acre farm called Our Green Acre in Low Gap near the BNR where animals including hogs, cows and chickens, roam freely enjoying sunshine, quality grass and fresh water. They are given no hormones or antibiotics. “We are proud to say that all of our produce and animals are Certified Naturally Grown and Animal Welfare Approved,” Misty, who was recently named Newton County Farm Woman of the Year for her dedication to sustainable agriculture, said. The land has been in Misty’s family for six generations. Her mother’s family, the Villines, settled the BNR area in the 1800s. The farm she grew up on used conventional agriculture, and for a number of years the land wasn’t farmed at all. They have been involved in the area’s tourism industry, renting out their Steel Creek Cabins to visitors. In 2011, they decided to begin farming again using more sustainable and permaculture methods. Misty was involved with long-distance running, and had the idea that she could grow her food cheaper than buying it.
“I was a total loon for believing that,” she said. “It is a lot more expensive. It takes time and a lot of work to build a sustainable agriculture operation. I hope it goes into the black this year.” Our Green Acre is 80 percent woods and 20 percent pasture. They currently have 29 Large Black hogs, a heritage breed, and 20 head of cows that are a mix of Holstein, Jersey and a cross of Angus and Gelvbieh. They also have about 150 free-range heritage chickens. Their gardens and greenhouses grow only heirloom plants pollinated by their own bees. “We believe preserving heritage breeds is a critical aspect of our farming and are members of the Livestock Conservancy,” Misty said. “We keep things simple and let the animals grow at the pace nature intended. Any supplemental feed is certified organic. Our fields are fertilized with organic pelletized chicken manure. We produce our own organic hay, as well.” The Langdons sell at the Eureka Springs Farmers’ Market on Tuesday mornings and the Jasper Farmers’ Market on Wednesdays. They sell packaged organic meat, eggs, produce, maple syrup and honey. They were recently approved for the SNAP/EBT (food stamp) program. Meat and eggs aren’t always available because they sell out. “You can’t rush forest/grass fed animals,” she said. “It makes planning
Newton County Farm Woman of the Year, Misty Langdon, right, with her husband, Richard, and daughter, Brittany, at the Our Green Acre booth at the ES Farmers’ Market.
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Safety is within our grasp
Editor, I feel forever indebted to Melissa Jeltsen and the Huffington Post for bringing the mindset that we elected into office out of the shadows, for stirring things up in our lovely county and starting the conversation on domestic violence. It is time, in light of the murder of Laura Aceves, in light of dealings other victims have had with law enforcement and the judicial system, and in light of the compassion and care we owe each other as human beings. My own personal experience in past years has given me a glimpse into what it is like to live as property and a life that was not my own. I understand to some extent deep complexities that exist within an unhealthy and abusive relationship. Laura was brave. Much more brave than I ever was. She exerted courage and did all of the things you hear you are supposed to do. Reports, protective orders, fleeing. Why wasn’t it enough to bring her
to safety? Safety that was available only one county away in a shelter? Do law enforcement in this county not work with safe houses, as they do in other counties? Please, answer me this, why was there no sorrow and a vow to do things better the next time? Why did no one come forward and say, “We are deeply saddened to lose a young mother to this senseless violence. In order to protect women in the future our officers will be receiving additional training to identify high risk victims like Laura.” Or, “We apologize for the lapse in communication that allowed the alleged to be let out of jail, once again. The ‘fine tuning’ will begin today, because we care about our citizens and our women.” The bravery Laura exerted cannot be expected to be shown by other women in this county. They can look and see how the story ended for her, so why would they put themselves in her shoes? No one should have to die for love the way Laura did. So, until we have a shelter in this county, how can we move forward in a way that protects the ones who need to be
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Editor, I read the June 25 commentary of Dan Krotz with interest, but noted one very glaring error. He made the assumption that the quote attributed to Sheriff Grudek by the Huffington Post was accurate. Sheriff Bob Grudek was misquoted by the Huffington Post which has become noted for skewing statements in the interest of sensationalizing news to gain more readers. Was this Mr. Krotz’s goal as well? The sheriff did not ask “what’s wrong with the women” in reference to the brutal terrorizing and murder of Ms. Acevez. How do I know, because I spoke with the sheriff about it. MAIL continued on page 17
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protected? Training, resources, transport, communication; aren’t these within our grasp? Couldn’t a little dedication to protect and serve from those we entrust to do so go a long way? As a community, can we put our feet squarely on the ground and stand for those that need our strength? Remember Laura Aceves. Barb Weems-Mourglia
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City needs all out effort to provide infrastructure for new hospital
t has been disappointing to see the current administrator’s lack of support for constructing a new hospital on 62 West on Miles Mountain. Instead of trying to find ways to make a vital economic development happen to assure that local people can have access to hospital care in their own community, Mayor Morris Pate has been thrown nothing but negativity towards the new hospital. Pate has expressed doubts the company that operates the hospital, Allegiance Health Management, plans to actually build on the 128 acres it has under a purchase option. This is despite the fact that Allegiance agreed to build a new hospital as part of its management contract with the city. Pate has greatly inflated the estimated cost for running sewer out to the new hospital, claiming that the estimated cost six years ago of $1.2 million is now $2.5 million. There is no reason to believe costs of putting in a new sewer line has more than doubled, and that there are no other alternatives to providing sewage service than extension of a main sewer trunk line. Grinder pumps and small sewer lines made of extremely strong small-diameter plastics that are easier to bury than traditional sewage lines are one option. Or, there is a potential to build a small sewage treatment plant in that area of town rather than put in lines to ship the sewage miles across town to the treatment plant on Hwy. 23 North. Hopefully the city’s $5,000 engineering feasibility study will shed light on possible options. But unless alternatives were asked for, mostly likely this will just look at the cost of conventional sewer line extension. When this area of the city was annexed years ago, the city agreed to provide sewage services, but never delivered. The city has reneged on that agreement, and now appears to not care about that or about keeping a hundred jobs in Eureka Springs. Largely absent from this debate has been a discussion of the economic impact of the hospital. Paul Cunningham, senior vice president, Arkansas Hospital Association, said in addition to enhancing the health and well being of the communities it serves, Eureka Springs Hospital also contributes significantly to the area’s economic health with an annual economic impact of more than $12 million. “Eureka Springs Hospital employs 100 health care professionals, with a total payroll of $3,121,000,” Cunningham said. “Hospital payroll expenditures serve as an important economic stimulus, creating and supporting jobs throughout the local and state economies. Dollars earned by Eureka Springs Hospital employees and spent on groceries, clothing, mortgage payments, rent, etc., generate approximately $5,743,000 in economic activity and create an additional 30 jobs for the local economy.” The hospital also stimulates the local economy with purchases of goods and services worth about $3.4 million per year. “Eureka Springs Hospital is a major source of employment and purchaser of goods and services, while providing health care that allows people to be productive citizens,” Cunningham said. Let’s also not forget the economic impact of building a $25-million hospital. Eureka Springs alderman Terry McClung understands that sewer cost is a major issue. But he thinks the people of Eureka Springs deserve a full-faith effort to provide the infrastructure needed to support a new hospital. He said if Allegiance is willing to build a hospital, and the only thing it costs the city is providing sewage service, then let’s find a way to make that happen. McClung said it would take creative planning and involvement from more than just the city council. It has to include local banks, major hotels, and other major players in the local economy coming together to find a solution. “If this is to happen, it needs involvement city wide,” McClung said. “It is complicated, and it is more complicated than city council has the knowledge to put together. I think these things are done; we just don’t know how. That is why we need to get the banks and others involved and get some help in doing something like this. It deserves an honest, fair effort to see if it can be done.” Becky Gillette
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by Dan Krotz aven Derge, from the Norberta Philbrook Gallery, posted a sign outside her shop the other day: “Gallery/Art Shop Parking Only – Violators will be tied up and forced to watch Fox News.” I thought that was pretty funny. Another sign I like is at a roadside motel outside Kansas City. It depicts a motorcycle and asks guests to “Please park your penis augmentation device in the SE (far) corner of the lot.” My vote for the funniest sign is the Griffith Planetarium’s unintentionally hilarious guidance to visitors: “The Universe/Restrooms to your left.” Back when my wife was in the book business, I posted a 3x5 card-sized sign in the window of her store: “Spade and Archer – Private Investigations. Inquire within.” It was meant to be a kind of inside baseball joke for classic mystery readers, although, at least once a month, some troubled soul would come in and inquire after Sam or Miles. Lots of folks enjoyed the sign, but it was a little sad too, so I took it down eventually. There’s a sign I see on the bumpers of vehicles with mostly Arkansas or Oklahoma plates: “In case of rapture this car is driverless!” It makes me smile when I see it, and I nod my head and think, well, there you go. A character in my new novel is named Sincerely Dwayne Wayne Darby. Sincerely is the Pastor of The Church of God with Signs Following, and makes a living selling the bumper sticker’s message. You can read all about it. Local artist John Rankine posted a photograph of a fading McCain/Palin campaign sign the other day. It is a profoundly dismal sign because it is so emblematic of the fading integrity of the Republican Party. John McCain, an authentic American hero, was once upon a time funny, charming and insightful, and a guileless and genuine conservative. But he got sour and mean and compounded his big slide into atavism by legitimizing Sarah Palin, the silliest, most embarrassing presence in any room she walks into. How the Party consents to that presence, and maintains a straight face, is a sign of astonishing cynicism. www.esINDEPENDENT.com | July 16, 2014 |
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A little help from our friends:
• Cup of Love free dinner, lunch, clothing – Free Mexican dinner Wednesdays at 5 p.m. Hearty soup lunch Fridays 9:30 – 2 p.m. Free clothing. Located in former Wildflower thrift shop (yellow building next to chapel) US 62E. (479) 363-4529. • Flint Street Fellowship food pantry, lunch, free clothing – Pantry open 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays. Free lunch Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Free clothes/shoes closet, books and household items. (479) 253-9491 or 253-4945. Leave donations in barrel at entrance if facility is closed. • Wildflower food pantry, furniture bank and clothing – Wildflower Chapel (US 62E) free food pantry 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. on Fridays. Thrift store and used furniture bank (now in big blue barn only) Wednesday – Saturday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. and Friday 1 – 6 p.m. Drop off donations Thursday – Saturday 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. • GRIEF SHARE – 13-week grief recovery program. Sundays 2 – 4 p.m. HI Community Church Fellowship Hall library (188 Stateline Drive). Join at any time. $15 workbook fee. (479) 253-8925, or e-mail lardellen@gmail.com. • Celebrate Recovery – Soul Purpose Ministries, 801 S. Springfield, Green Forest, 6:30 p.m. each Wednesday. Potluck meal followed by 12-step Christcentered meetings for those suffering from addiction, habit, hang-up or hurt. • Coffee Break Al-Anon Family Group Women – Tuesdays, 9:45 a.m., Faith Christian Family Church, Hwy. 23S, (479) 363- 9495. Meetings at Coffee Pot Club behind Land O’ Nod Inn: • Alateen – Sundays, 10:15 – 11:15 a.m. Email alateen1st@gmx.com or phone (479) 981-9977 • Overeaters Anonymous – Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. Barbara (479) 244-0070 • Narcotics Anonymous – Fridays, 5:30 p.m. (903) 278-5568 • AlAnon Family Group (AFG) – Sundays, 11:30 a.m., Mondays and Tuesdays 7 p.m. • Eureka Springs Coffee Pot AA Groups Monday – Saturday 12:30 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m.; Sunday – Thursday, Saturday, 5:30 p.m.; Tuesday and Friday, 8 p.m. (479) 253-7956 • Al-Anon Wednesday, 5:30 p.m. All other meetings: See www.nwarkaa.org 10 |
INDEPENDENTConstablesOnPatrol July 7 12:17 a.m. – A security company called regarding a burglar alarm at a highway business, which was deemed a false alarm. 10:12 a.m. – A broken window was reported at an inn and a report was taken. 11:22 a.m. – Multiple calls about a deer that had to be put down after being hit by a car. 8:54 p.m. – A complaint of loud bikers was handled by an officer checking the area. July 8 6:52 a.m. – A beer truck clipped a telephone pole on the top of Howell but there was no damage. 7:54 a.m. – Motorcyclist reported damage to his motorcycle while he was staying at a motel. 8:56 a.m. – Two individuals in two vehicles were asked to leave private property. 9:04 a.m. – A cash box with $200 was taken from a motel cash register. 10:32 a.m. – A black and white Rat terrier was reported for running around on Spring St. 12:12 p.m. – Caller reported a beer truck was blocking view of traffic on Armstrong St., so it moved. 12:21 p.m. – A hotel clerk accidentally alarmed the alarm company. 12:37 p.m. – A report was taken regarding a broken window on a train. 1:26 p.m. – A no injury traffic accident on US 62 did damage but there were no injuries. 3:05 p.m. – A vehicle managed to back into another hard enough to require a report.
8:08 p.m. – A woman called in a brown Ford pickup being driven recklessly on Hwy. 23N. 9:10 p.m. – Constable on patrol saw an intoxicated male who was subsequently arrested. 11:28 p.m. – Auto burglary alarm was activated but the building was found secure. July 9 8 a.m. – Motorcyclist said antennae were torn off his motorcycle but no report was needed. 10:19 a.m. – A vehicle hit and killed a deer. 4:48 p.m. – A car was hit in a grocery store parking lot and the offender left without making good on it. 9:16 p.m. – A raccoon, reported to be either sick, rabid or injured was taken care of. July 10 4:14 p.m. – Constables waited for a white and grey van on its way from Berryville that had been reported for being steered erratically. It never arrived. 6:18 p.m. – Officers were alerted to a dangerous big rig traveling through, and the information was forwarded to the county. 11:34 p.m. – A woman was arrested for driving on a suspended driver’s license and no insurance. 11:50 p.m. – A woman was picked up in Fayetteville on a Eureka Springs warrant and brought back to town, where she paid her bond. July 11 3:18 a.m. – Caller said a baby was crying and it didn’t sound right. Constable
checked the child’s welfare and all was OK. 3:37 a.m. – An anonymous caller didn’t like that a dog had been barking non-stop for an hour, responding constable heard nothing. 3:42 a.m. – A suspicious male was reported walking around but all constable encountered was newspaper deliveryman. 9:51 a.m. – Caller said they had a stray white and brindle American bulldog, so Animal Control picked it up and put it in a kennel for the owner to retrieve. July 12 9:34 p.m. – A woman checked into a motel and said the room was filthy and there was what seemed to be animal hair in the bed. When she was refused a refund but was offered another room, the dispute involved constable mediation. July 13 12:01 a.m. – A report of vehicle damage on private property warranted a report. 12:50 a.m. – Loose and running dogs were reported and a note left for the owner to contact Animal Control. 9:10 a.m. – A juvenile who needed assistance was returned home. 3:59 p.m. – Complainant said he thought a female was intoxicated and he was concerned for her welfare, but she was gone when constable arrived. 9:16 p.m. – Caller claimed the left front tire on his vehicle was slashed. A report was taken. July 14 4:08 a.m. – A driver was arrested for speeding and driving on a suspended license.
ESPD provides summer fun – Emily Lovejoy, Madison Sanchez, Aya Yao-Clay and Gracie Lester enjoy the pool along with an average of 55 kids a day who attended the four-day Eureka Springs Police Department’s Summer program at Holiday Island, run by Officer Brian Jones. The kids were also treated to visits from Turpentine Creek, Snake World, the Mercy LifeLine helicopter and more. Photo by Rachal Hyatt
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The 20th Annual Summertime Yards & Yards of Yard Sales event sponsored by The Greater Eureka Springs Chamber of Commerce is August 1 and 2 from 7 – 3 p.m. both days (rain dates August 8/9). But if you want to be on the official map, now’s the time to sign up. It’s Eureka’s favorite win/win … clearing out all that old clutter and making room for new finds at bargain prices and pocketing some cash in the process! Maximize your efforts by being listed on the official YYYS map so everyone can find you.
It’s easy! Stop by the Visitor Info Center at Pine Mountain Village and get your permit ($15), plot your location on the map and receive your official YYYS yard sign. The Chamber does the promotion – you simply set up and sell! For guaranteed placement showing the location of your sale, sign up before the deadline – Friday, July 25 at noon. For info call (479) 253.8737, email suzanne@ eurekaspringschamber.com or see the Yards & Yards of Yard Sales of Eureka Springs page on Facebook.
Artists for Sonny Carter There will be a fundraiser and auction at The Space (across from the post office) on July 18 to benefit Charles “Sonny” Carter’s campaign for State Representative, District 97, Arkansas State House. Sonny has pledged to take no corporate campaign contributions, and states, “I am for working people and against SWEPCO’s takeover.” Come meet Sonny and hear the band, Star Seed, replete with an Elvis impersonator! Donations for a silent auction are still being accepted, and to date include the work of local artists and artisans along with items from Keels Creek Winery and other supporters. Bring a friend and show your support for Sonny from 5 – 7 p.m. – and bring some finger food to share if you can! If you have a donation for the auction, please call Regina (479) 981-2613.
How about some hot buttered popcorn during Some Like It Hot, the next movie presented by the Eureka Classic Movies Association at the Aud? The Oscar-winning 1959 comedy is ranked by Amazon as one of the top 100 movies in American history, and stars Marilyn Monroe, Tony Curtis and Jack Lemmon. Join other classic movie enthusiasts at the city auditorium Sunday, July 20 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $3 per person.
And now, back to our story … Come join Tales from the South creator, Paula Morell, on Sunday, July 27, at 5 p.m. for a special live radio broadcast recording at Main Stage Creative Community Center, 67 N. Main. Paula brings back her awardwinning show featuring three local writers and music by Mountain Sprout’s Ratliff Dean Thiebaud. Enjoy dinner by Colony Kitchen Goddess, Jana Jones, including lasagna (vegetarian and meat-lovers), salads including vegan and gluten-free options, bread and dessert. Beer and wine will be available at a cash bar, and there’s free parking in the lot next to Main Stage. Shows are distributed nationally on public radio and internationally via
satellite. Tales from the South showcases southern-style storytelling, and is a broadcast mainstay of the literary scene. Tickets are $25 and seating is limited. To reserve, call Linda Caldwell at The Writers’ Colony (479) 253-7444, or email: director@writerscolony.org. Tickets must be paid in advance to guarantee a seat, and only cancellations made at least 48 hours in advance will be refunded. This program was made possible in part by a grant from the Department of Arkansas Heritage, funded by your 1/8cent conservation tax, Amendment 75, and supported in part by a grant from the Arkansas Humanities Council and the National Endowment for the Humanities.
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Introduction to Screenwriting July 26 Learn the nuts and bolts of screenwriting, how the business works, what’s selling in Hollywood – and what’s not. Taught from 1 – 4 p.m. by award-winning screenwriter, Carole Parker, this workshop will be spiced up with insider tips galore. Parker has worked with Warner Brothers, Disney, MTV and New Line Cinema, and at Jaffe/Braunstein films, where she worked on TV movies and miniseries. To date she has written 26 features, 7 pilots and 5 shorts. Cost for the half-day workshop is $25 at the Village Writing School, 177 Huntsville Road. Register online at villagewritingschool.com, email alisontaylorbrown@me.com or phone (479) 292-3665.
The 33rd Annual Texaco Country Showdown, America’s largest country music talent search, will be hosted by KTHS radio on Saturday, Aug. 16, beginning at 2 p.m. at the Pine Mountain Theatre on US 62E. Approximately $200,000 in cash and prizes will be awarded nationwide including the Grand Prize of $100,000 cash to the National Winner. Designed to find the most promising country music talent in the United States, the Texaco Country Showdown gives aspiring artists a chance to launch professional careers. Thousands of performers compete annually for the title, as hometown talent contests sponsored by some 500 radio stations across the
country pave the road to stardom. Local winners advance to state contests with prizes of $1,000 in cash and the opportunity to compete at one of five regional contests in the fall. The five regional winners receive an expense-paid trip to the National Final to compete for $100,000 and the coveted National Title. Open to vocal and/or instrumental performers, the Texaco Country Showdown invites individual acts or groups with up to seven members to compete. Entry forms are available at KTHS Radio in Berryville, or online at www.kthsradio.com. Deadline is Friday, Aug. 1, so sign up to rock your country sound today!
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INDEPENDENTNews Permaculture group July 19
The Permaculture Study Group, hosted by Dan Krotz, will meet Saturday, July 19, at the community garden at the First Christian Church in Berryville. If you are interested in creating or working in a community garden please come. Group meets at 1:30 p.m. in the church to tour the garden. New members always welcome. Turn left at the second light on the town square (Madison St.) in Berryville, left again at Springfield Rd. and then right on Church St. and you’ll see the church. Come in the front door. For more info call Jerry Landrum (479) 244-377 or Jane Pille (479) 253-4062.
Get needled Sunday at EUUF
On Sunday, July 20, Francesca Garcia Giri, owner of Flora Roja Community Acupuncture/Apothecary and licensed acupuncturist, will talk about conditions acupuncture can help treat and will provide a hands-on demonstration by needling a few people in the audience. All are welcome Sundays at 11 a.m. for a program followed by refreshments at the Eureka Unitarian Universalist Fellowhip, 17 Elk Street. Childcare provided. Extra parking at Ermilio’s, 26 White Street. It doesn’t take that mulch – Carroll County Master Gardeners took on the task of mulching the new sensory garden behind the Berryville Library recently. It took several months to get the garden designed, ground prepared, plants planted, watering system installed and the final step – mulching. The mulching crew included Richard Knight, (from left), Anita Rissler and Penny Estes; with Scott Thompson, Jan Schell and Sue Davis kneeling in front; Faye Martin, Ann Craig, Mary Knight and Michael Rissler (not pictured).
Ice Cream Social July 27 Holiday Island Presbyterian Church invites everyone to an old fashioned ice cream social Sunday, July 27, 2 – 4 p.m. There will be lots of flavors of ice cream (some homemade!) with all the toppings, as well as cookies and cold drinks – and it’s all free! Step back in time to “the good old summertime” in air-conditioned comfort. Stay for a few minutes or for the whole time. Bring family, friends and neighbors or come meet new friends at the Holiday Island Presbyterian Church, 111 Valley Drive (Stateline at Walnut).
Gathering of healers July 30 Calling all energetic, ethereal, spiritual, and shamanic type healers. Wednesday, July 30, 7 – 9 p.m., Robert Blackthorn and Melissa Clare will host a meet and greet at the Christian Science Meeting Room, 68 West Mountain St. Healers are invited to explain their different modalities of healing, relate what it is like to work in Eureka Springs, and share stories of why they have been called to do healing work in this very special environment. For details, call Melissa Clare (479) 253-8252.
Become a Master Naturalist
Winners all – Congrats to Fleur Delicious Weekend Waiters’ Race winners Ashton Shaw (1st), left, and Ariel Walker (2nd), far right – both of DeVito’s – and Katie Avery (3rd), center, of the Eureka Grill. 1st Place prize was $200 cash from DeVito’s, 2nd a $100 gift certificate from Gaskins Cabin Steakhouse and 3rd a $50 gift certificate from FRESH Farm-to-Table. All winners earned a bottle of Ciroc Vodka, but our 1st place winner has to wait ‘til he’s 21 to receive his! Photo by Gwen Etheredge
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The next opportunity to become an Arkansas Master Naturalist begins with the fall semester at NWA Community College (NWACC) in Bentonville. Classes start Aug. 26 and meet on Tuesdays from 2 – 4:50 p.m. Course title is Special Topics in Environmental Science: Natural History and Field Identification, or ENSC 2843. Students may opt to audit the class if not interested in receiving college credit. Tuition is free for adult learners at least 60 years old. There are no prerequisites for the course and registration is easy. Contact instructor Lilia Beattie at lbeattie@nwacc.edu.
INDEPENDENTLens And they’re off! – Local waiters take off down Spring St. toward Basin Park during the July 12 Waiter’s Race. Winners weren’t the first to arrive, but the first to arrive with the least spillage. Photo by Gwen Etheredge
Job well done – KESA’s Lynn Worley, below, interviews Rachel and Ryan Brix at the opening of the Eureka Springs Bark Park on July 14 as Rachel expressed thanks to everyone who helped make it happen. Photo by CD White
Colorful couple – Pat Matsukis and Larry Evans were out Camera shy – Ken Foggo of Eurekan Art seems to have celebrating Larry’s birthday at the Brave Combo concert in Basin Park. Photo by Gwen Etheredge his own independent lens. Photo by Gwen Etheredge
Healthy options – From left, authors Casey Sams and Sheila Reese with Troy Johnson and Steve Ketchersid at the Fresh Harvest/Spice Boat book signing on July 12. Photo submitted Playtime – Addison Blackwelder and JoJo get ready to play in the new Bark Park.
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ESOTERICAstrology as news for week July 17 – 23
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A Year of Creative Self-Expression – Jupiter in Leo
ednesday, after a year in Cancer’s nourishing waters, Jupiter enters fiery Leo. Tuesday (next week), the Sun, joining Jupiter, also enters Leo. Leo is the sign of learning about and expressing oneself, identifying the self through creative efforts. Life for the next year will be quite dramatic, expressive, creative and generous. Jupiter is the planet of expansion and truth, distributing Ray 2 of Love/Wisdom. Jupiter is the heart of Aquarius. Thursday celebrates the opening of Disneyland, 59 years ago (7/17/1955), Orange County, Calif. With five planets – Sun, Moon, Mercury, Venus and Uranus
– in Cancer, Disneyland feels like the enchanted, comforting, exciting and revelatory home we want to live in. Friday, Venus enters Cancer for a month. There is no sentimentality with Venus in Cancer. There is instead a sustaining nourishment and intelligence offered to all forms of life. These in turn bring forth love used to nourish others. Saturn – taskmaster, teacher, time, Dweller on the Threshold hiding the Angel of the Presence, retrograde (recreating new structures internally) since March 2, turns stationary direct (16 Scorpio) Sunday afternoon. Now our tests, disciplines,
ARIES: Home, family, land, mother, father and tending to where you live (lived, or will live) are your focus. You seek reassurance in this these areas of life. It’s not Mercury retro yet (that’s in October), but you are always asking internally what will you do and how long will it take to make decisions and bring forth more comforting living conditions. Your body needs concentrated supportive care. Swimming is good (fire in the water). And time in the Sun. TAURUS: Are you sleeping? Are ideas about travel being impressed upon your mind? There’s a great amount of organizing, restructuring and communicating needed at home. Are you feeling dislocated, disoriented, overwhelmed? What needs discussion and clearing out? Did something from the past appear – resources, finances, a feeling, situation, person or health issue? Where is your support? Who do you love? GEMINI: Creativity is released internally when relating to children and loved ones, participating in the arts, playing games and even looking in the mirror where you see a reflection of your individual and gifted self. Simultaneously, work calls you to make future plans based upon deeply held hopes, wishes, dreams and visions. Love is holding you. Can you feel it? Don’t gamble. Gather and look into more mirrors. CANCER: A golden light illuminates your life, creating with you a state of contemplation, spirituality and listening for the voice of God. It’s therefore a proper time for rest and relaxation, for pondering the future by gathering all strands of the past, and listing new aspirations and daily life agendas. Things may feel a bit disciplined. It’s forming a New Harmony as your self-identity restructures. LEO: Happy Birthday to all Leos. The light of the Sun streams toward you from the heart of the Sun this month into your heart. All three fires of the Sun illuminating you, creating many changes and a lasting ending to many parts of your past. Your gifts are many and needed by humanity. Leos have the ability to have both Will and Love. Sometimes they only radiate one virtue. Radiate both. On this birthday rededicate yourself to being the loving partner and leader. VIRGO: As you ponder upon finances, new ideas appear concerning how to appropriately use (and share) your money appear. It’s possible a new value system emerges based on family (and world) needs. Observe changes in your thinking concerning resources, their availability, source, and how you express yourself through them. Do express yourself with equanimity, with balance and beauty. You must grow a rose garden. LIBRA: This is a time to review future wishes, hopes and dreams. Take time away
new reformed structures are able to externalize. Monday, Uranus, the “planet different” and beyond Saturn, retrogrades. Only after Saturn’s strict teachings and training can we understand Uranus. Uranus changes the established order. Before implementing change we must reflect internally the needs around us. Retrogrades offer the needed reflective time. Uranus retrogrades till December 20, in time for Winter Solstice, which the NGWS is preparing for. Tuesday, Sun enters Leo, sign of the three fires of life, sign of seeking our individuality, our gifts and our talents. Dramatically.
from work and social networks to interact with yourself interiorly. New goals, desires and aspirations are forming, recreating new values. You realize the need for Goodwill in all interactions. Goodwill heals past wounds. The planets, shedding light on these issues, are re-shaping your future. Ponder upon what success means to you. Always, for your happiness in life, it must include Right Human Relations and true Goodwill. SCORPIO: What’s happening to your home, family and foundations? For a long time now, perhaps you’ve felt unmoored and unanchored? There’s a sense of freedom and liberation and expansion? And then there’s a sense of disillusionment and dissolving? These are the tests and trials of Scorpio and they are relentless. The good thing is they create a deep level of creativity to anchor in, creating a new identity. Gratitude recognizes this. SAGITTARIUS: You long for a true adventure, a bit of travel, opportunities creating a clear and focused heart. You keep exploring your mind trying to make sense of your present world. As your mind expands in one direction other parts dissolve away. Sometimes wounds emerge. It’s like living in a diaspora of realities. Prayer is a respite that helps. Offering succor and support to everyone, including the kingdoms (plant, animal, mineral, human) around you. Know love underlies everything. CAPRICORN: Attempt a bit more intimacy with loved ones. Intimacy is always communicating together. Reading together, too. At times, it’s reading scientific materials or cookbooks to plan and prepare meals together. You and your family are functioning under divine influences. Watch the stars this week. They send you messages. Their patterns of light and beauty are surprising. Have an unexpected party. AQUARIUS: With all communications in the coming week and months, remember to use a tone of nurturance. You could communicate a sense of uncaring, separateness, criticism and strictness others won’t understand. Emphasize instead the importance of recognizing others, praising their work. Remember to radiate kindness and conscious Goodwill. Let these define you, your interactions and communications. They lead to extraordinary success. PISCES: Health needs must be focused upon along with creating new agendas – summer and autumn projects. Tend to health, joints, muscles, diet, etc., carefully for the next three months. Visualize ceaselessly in creating your new living environment – a community with others. As you work within the constant of continual change, you’ll begin to understand the Buddha’s teachings. Life each day is like a melting ice cube. Careful with loved ones. Find, pick and eat fresh berries.
Risa, writer, founder & director Esoteric & Astrological Studies & Research Institute, a contemporary Wisdom School studying the Ageless Wisdom teachings. The foundation of the Teachings is Esoteric Astrology. Email: risagoodwill@gmail.com. Web journal: www.nightlightnews.com. Facebook: Risa’s Esoteric Astrology for daily messages. 14 |
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Sycamore©
– Chapter 8, cont.
Sycamore, written by Constance Wagner and published in 1950 by Alfred A. Knopf, is the story of a sophisticated New York girl who marries a boy from Arkansas. The Wagners and their daughter lived in Eureka Springs while the novel was written. In addition to five novels, Constance Wagner wrote numerous articles and stories published in The New Yorker, Atlantic Monthly and Collier’s.
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t was nearly five when they got back to town. One half of the square lay in blue shadow, and Jane (still amazed by the wide temperature range between sun and shade, in the mountains) was grateful when Tracy parked the car on the north side of the square, while she stopped in at Tetter’s for groceries. At this hour, the somnolence of the midsummer afternoon abated a little. The square seemed to shake itself, yawn, and open one eye. A few housewives appeared, as from nowhere, with baskets or net bags on their arms, and made their way toward the stores. Teen-agers stood along the imitation-marble fountain in Dycus’s, drooping over cokes, bursting into wild, raw laughter, and then as suddenly falling silent. Two Spanish War pensioners sat motionless in wooden chairs on the sidewalk in front of the Jeff Davis Hotel, and, inside the wide window, Colonel Blake stood casting a meditative, perhaps philosophic eye toward the square, while using a quill toothpick with an air of grace and distinction. The doors of the pool-hall were propped wide open, and from behind the broken screens there flowed the combined odors of stale beer and dead cigars. Mr. Floyd Skelton, homeward bound from the bus station, with a straw hat set on the
back of his head, and carrying a valise, came bouncing along the sidewalk with a jauntiness quite unsuited to the weather. He greeted Jane (as he had ever since the encounter in Kansas City) with a wink and a clucking, sidewise distortion of the mouth that seemed calculated to establish a bond of complicity between them. She said, “How d’you do, Mr. Skelton?” looked past him, and quickly turned her head, before he could slow down and drape himself on the car for a chat. In the back seat, Vernon and Sally Jo were noisily eating popsicles, running their tongues rapturously up and down the frozen cones, and dripping blobs of violent orange down the fronts of their sunsuits. “Yours,” jeered Sally Jo, “is all gone and I’ve still got some left. Nyah.” She was a pretty doll of a child, and Jane wondered how she could be so horrid. Naturally, Vernon took the rest of her popsicle away from her, and the battle was on again. Jane fished in her purse and brought up two pennies. “Go into the drugstore,” she commanded, “and get yourselves some bubble gum. One for each.” She had the feeling of conniving in some crime, but she was too spent to endure more child warfare. She groped for a cigarette, lighted it. Mustn’t, she thought – Oh, the hell with it! Don’t smoke in public. Don’t show your
bare legs. And the whole place fairly crawling with sex! Relaxed, she looked across the square to where sunshine lingered, saw that Walter had the Venetian blinds drawn in the window of the Democrat office, and wondered if he were behind them, sitting at his big desk. In the entrance to the loan office, next door, two men stood deep in a confab, and one of them, she saw with a shock, was Fenton Sayre. She forced herself to study him, at this safe distance, he unaware of her attentive gaze, this time, and so not likely to spit out his disdain, as he had done before, in tobacco juice. She tried to decide what it was that gave him the constant look of arrogant assurance. It might, she thought, be simply the carriage of his head – drawn well back, always, with the chin in and the neck erect, the tendons showing. It was somewhat the tense, lifted poise of a snake in the frozen instant before it strikes. A two-toned, open Ford nosed into the diagonal parking space next to Tracy’s, and Jane marked it instantly as a stranger car, and smiled, realizing suddenly that she knew not only most of the inhabitants of Sycamore, at least by sight or hearsay, but also their automobiles. Certain people went with certain cars. If Doctor Totten’s blue sedan were seen at somebody’s door,
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’ve been perusing some old editions of the Eureka Springs Times-Echo again. Sometimes I’m amazed at the minutiae old newspapers reported. For instance, we learn that in July 1971, Howard Easley mowed the grass at the Roach Cemetery near Eagle Rock. This was not told in the context of another larger story, it was a simple stand alone statement that might interest the readers. Also, in July 1971, the Eureka Springs Chamber of Commerce announced that in the coming September, the First Annual Antique Car Show would be held with a parade and car displays. Then it says, “The rest of the
afternoon will be used for the gorilla hunt with quite a bit of hillbilly action on the streets.” I really don’t know what that means. In a continuing saga, Bob Vargo of Yellville was arrested twice in two weeks. His three children had previously been hired to perform nightly at the City Auditorium during the 1971 season, but, following an unspecified dispute, the contract was terminated. Mr. Vargo and his children, ages 5 to 15, took to the streets with signs in a protest march. Later, Bob Vargo was arrested for creating a public nuisance and disorderly conduct, after a performance by his children, in the front yard of a motel.
you knew there was sickness in CONSTANCE that house. Or, WAGNER driving through town, you would say to yourself: “Now what is Colonel Blake up to, at old Mrs. Preston’s?” Jane watched the girl in the convertible switch off the ignition, put the key in her bag, and examine her face minutely in the rear-view mirror. From her oblique angle, Jane could not tell much about the face, beyond the curve of a rounded check and chin, but the elaborately styled golden hair was impressive, and so was the deeply tanned skin of the bare back and round, strong arms. The girl got out of the car, banged the door, and stood for a moment on the curb, sweeping the square with an unhurried and comprehensive glance. Jane could see her now, full-face. Her mouth had a full, deep, sensual look that had nothing to do with the moist orange paint she wore. Against the brightness of the hair, the almost-black eyes were a surprise, anomalous. (Very good, Jane decided, appraising her with a woman’s pitiless eye – but she’s going to be fat, one of these days. Can’t be more than twenty-five. Watch those calories, my girl! But drop-earrings with a sundress – somebody ought to tell her.)
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Next he was arrested for disturbing the peace of Bobby Ball. It does not say how Bobby Ball’s peace was disturbed, but Vargo was found guilty in Municipal Court and fined $10 and costs by Judge John Maberry. A tape-recorded lecture by L. Ron Hubbard was advertised to take place one evening at 8 Center St. The program was called The Game Called Life and there was to be no admission charged. The Barbra Streisand film On A Clear Day You Can See Forever played at the Gaslight Theatre in Eureka Springs. Or one could run over to Berryville and see Don Knotts in How To Frame a Figg at the Main Theatre.
Do you have memories or stories of the old Naval Reserve Unit that was located upstairs in the McVay Building at 55 Spring St.? If so, let me know at steve@steveweems.com or at P.O. Box 43 in Eureka Springs.
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difficult at times, but it is worth it.” Misty has also created a line of healthy personal and cleaning products including handmade herbal soaps, sugar scrubs, lotion bars, herbal salves, chest MAIL continued from page 8
Our judicial system here in Carroll County let her down, not the law enforcement branch. Our sheriff can arrest abusers but it is up to our court system, our judges, to take the time to review court papers and inquire to see if the offender has rulings that prohibit their release. The judge should have been aware of the abuse problems and recognized that if an offender is incarcerated it must be a serious offense. I have been fortunate enough to get to know both the sheriff and his wife. They put their time and effort into helping those who are mistreated and abused. [Do] not blame them. Maybe Mr. Krotz should have spoken with the sheriff to find out what was really stated in the interview. As Mr. Krotz noted, it is an election year. Our residents have already made their choice for judge. Outcome to be determined. We know Bob Grudek has done an excellent job. Let’s not listen to naysayers. Let’s examine the facts. Albena Link
2016, ahead of schedule
Editor, Ms. Link says I should be factual. (July 9). I agree. 1. Funding cuts to the Meals on Wheels program were done by Republicans. 2. The Affordable Care Act was not passed in 2010; and, the Republican House has voted 46 times to repeal the ACA when 6.5 million people are already benefiting from it. 3. Medicare was not cut to fund the ACA. 4. It is good that Republicans have finally done something positive, e.g., fundraisers for Meals on Wheels. 5. She should name “the Democrat” who supposedly said, “We are not here to help people...” instead of making up some remark by some anonymous Democrat. 6. She should be factual. 7. The Republican House of Representatives has done absolutely nothing except uselessly vote for farfetched plans to blame a black President and block every good program he puts forth. 8. The Republicans are in the pockets of
rub and lip balms. “I have been cleaning up my act for some time now,” Misty said. “I am trying to make a smaller impact on my environment. I have also started paying much more attention to what companies
I am financially supporting. So many ‘green’ labeled products are far from what I would consider safe or environmentally green. I no longer trust companies to keep my safety or best interest in mind when creating their products. I am now
the chemist who creates my cleaning products, our detergents, soaps, food, drink and much more. I live more simply and I am loving it.” For more information and updates, visit ourgreenacre.com.
the rich, the 1%. 9. I bash the Republicans every chance I get to factually point out their greed and hypocrisy. They deserve bashing. Trella Laughlin
costs will be lower as coal will remain the dominant fuel.” Here are the facts: manufacturing US jobs were sent to China over 10 years ago by greedy US companies trying to make quick profits. Arkansas steel rebar manufacturing, agriculture, food processing, retail and mining are not going anywhere. China is the leading industrial power, the world’s choice for high tech products. China has been shutting down coal plants since 2001 and leads the world in solar power investments. EPA regulations are not bad news: the 30 percent carbon dioxide reduction requirement by 2030 is way too low. New high paying US jobs are being created in response to climate change by solar industry leaders: Elon Musk is building the largest low cost, high efficiency solar panel plant in NY, a solar friendly state with 21st century energy public service utility regulations with local power generation. Instead of promoting energy conservation and efficiency, embracing national efforts to protect our economy and public health, AECC blames EPA to protect coal. The economic impact of carbon dioxide emissions from coal plants is no longer in question. The June 25, 2014 report “Economic Risks of Climate Change to the United States” explains the catastrophic impact on the U.S. business economy: jobs, food, public health and Homeland Security. “Business as usual” is not an option. Dr. Luis Contreras
the best defense against corporate and government ambitions. Since leaders these days often lead from behind, we must let them know beforehand that we are a knowing citizenry. My heart sank a bit more when reading the NY Times Sunday Review Opinion Page written by Ann Neumann (July 12), entitled “A Pipeline Threatens our Family Land.” She describes scenes and smells and beauty like what we have in the Ozark Highlands about to be decimated by a permanent 50 ft.-wide path that stretches 178 miles and cuts through hundreds of properties. Banks near shale formations or pipelines are afraid of liabilities and hesitant to approve mortgages because buried pipes leak routinely, or explode in rail cars when carried via that mode of transportation. We do have shale formations in NW Arkansas and must hold politicians accountable to us in how our land, soil, air and water resources are used and protected. Lastly, we should look out for the storage of radioactive waste from fracking with many states agreeing to take the materials, for money, that is wreaking havoc in states like NY that don’t allow fracking but agree to take the radioactive waste from it. Susan Pang
Vote like you mean it
Editor, The Supreme Court declared that women do not have any constitutional rights and their employers can decide their health care needs based on the employers’ religious preferences. Basically, their decision tells the world that corporations are people and women are second-class citizens with no rights to controlling their own lives and bodies. I feel as though I have fallen down Alice’s Rabbit Hole and am in the land of the Mad Hatter and that the past 40 years have been erased. The Equal Rights Amendment was never passed because, we were told, as women, we are protected by the 14th Amendment. Arkansas is one of the few states that have not ratified the ERA. It’s time to vote in people who will support the rights of all people, not just men and corporations. Make sure your voter’s registration matches your license. Many women change their names in marriage and it makes it confusing at election time. New voter ID laws seem designed to make it harder for some people to vote, so be sure your vote counts in November. If you don’t exercise your right to vote, that may be the next slide on this slippery slope to being stuck in a burqa. Sheri Hanson
EPA and China
Editor, Sandra H. Byrd, VP Public Affairs, Arkansas Electric Cooperative Corporation, AECC, July 2014 article “Dismantling America’s Electric System,” claims EPA will raise electric rates, compromise reliability and jobs will be lost. These serious allegations not supported by facts: every statement is false. Byrd asks everyone to tell EPA “The potential for the new regulations to dramatically raise energy prices and cost thousands of hard-working American jobs is too great. Companies will most likely move their factories to China where
Knowing citizenry protects citizens’ rights
Editor, I thank Mr. Ballinger and Mr. King for getting on board with the 80 percent of constituents who disapproved the proposal for 345 kiloVolt power lines through the Ozark highlands. I think we should also be aware of the next bullet we could be dodging – fracking. In Pennsylvania there are 7,725 active wells because of the Marcellus shale. Soil contamination and mass destruction of habitat, forests, and home values are occurring where the landscapes are filled with well pads and compressor stations. A well-informed citizenry is
Fleuri lettre
Editor, Fleur Delicious Weekend thanks businesses that participated in FDW and volunteers who helped our events run smoothly. This year we had a record number of businesses partnering with each other in order to cross-market their businesses and highlight their combined creativity and talents. This is what we envisioned when we started FDW and hoped it would inspire that shared spirit of community and cooperation. FDW hopes the town had fun and were engaged in the events alongside those out of town travelers seeking a new experience in Eureka Springs. We truly appreciate and thank everyone in town who participated in their own way. Thanks, Merci, Cheers! Ilene Powell and Teresa DeVito
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Where’s Earl & Them playing tonight?
hat’s the question so often asked that it spawned the name of the band Earl Cate put together after the legendary Cate Brothers retired. Earl brings his unique sound and the experience of four decades of blues, having toured with the The Band, Crosby, Stills & Nash and Little Feat. You can hear him at Chelsea’s on Friday night at 9 p.m. with “Them” who happens to be Jason Davis (Arkansas Tablerockers) on guitar/vocals, Terry Cagle (nephew of Levon Helm and hand-picked replacement when Helm left the Cate Brothers to form The Band) on drums/vocals and John Davies (Cate Brothers, Michael Burkes Band) on bass. Together they rock the blues like no one else. Earl & Them are often joined on stage by saxophonist David Renko, harmonica player R.J. Mischo, guitarist Zack Bramhall or Muddy Waters’ guitarist Jimmy Thackery. All that talent on one stage is a fool-proof way to enjoy an Earl & Them – Terry Cagle, Earl Cate, Jason Davis and John Davies are the real deal. Come hear blues the way it should be heard at Chelsea’s on Friday at 9 p.m. evening of live music.
THURSDAY – JULY 17 • BALCONY RESTAURANT – Maureen Alexander, 5 p.m. • BLARNEY STONE – Open Mic w/ Tim Forsythe, 8 p.m.
• GRAND TAVERNE – Jerry Yester Grand Piano Dinner Music, 6:30–9:30 p.m. • JACK’S PLACE – Karaoke with DJ Goose, 8 p.m.
• MADAME MEDUSSA’S HOOKAH LOUNGE – Underground Electronica BYOB • ROWDY BEAVER DEN – TBS, 8 p.m. – Midnight FRIDAY – JULY 18 • BALCONY RESTAURANT – Hogscalders, 12 p.m. & 6 p.m. • BLARNEY STONE – DownDay, 8:30 p.m. • CATHOUSE LOUNGE – About A Mile, 8 p.m. – midnight • CHELSEA’S – Earl & Them, 9 p.m. • EUREKA LIVE! – DJ D. Underground & Dancing, 9 p.m. • GRAND TAVERNE – Arkansas Red Guitar, 6:30–9:30 p.m. • JACK’S PLACE – Sean Clavin, 9 p.m. • LEGENDS SALOON – Thundercrow, 8 p.m.
Wed., July 16 • 9 P.M. – CHUCKY WAGGS
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Fri., July 18 • 9 P.M. – EARL & THEM Sat., July 19 • 9 P.M. – COMFORTABLE BROTHERS
Sun., July 20 • 7:30 P.M. – CHUCKY WAGGS Mon., July 21 • 9 P.M. – SPRINGBILLY Tues., July 22 • 9 P.M. – OPEN MIC
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• MADAME MEDUSSA’S HOOKAH LOUNGE – ‘70s Glam Wig Party! BYOB • NEW DELHI – Mountain Shore, 6–10 p.m. • ROWDY BEAVER – Karaoke, 7 p.m. • ROWDY BEAVER DEN – DJ Goose, 9 p.m. • SMILING BROOK CAFÉ – Walking Bones-celtic, 6–9 p.m. BYOB • THE STONE HOUSE – Jerry Yester, 6:30–9:30 p.m. SATURDAY – JULY 19 • BALCONY RESTAURANT – Catherine Reed, 12 p.m. & 6 p.m. • BLARNEY STONE – Steve Broyles, 1 p.m., Blew Reed & the Flatheads, 8:30 p.m. • CATHOUSE LOUNGE – Mike One Luv, 8 p.m. – midnight
• CHELSEA’S – Comfortable Brother, 9 p.m. • EUREKA LIVE! – DJ D. Underground & Dancing, 9 p.m. • GRAND TAVERNE – Jerry Yester Grand Piano Dinner Music, 6:30–9:30 p.m. • JACK’S PLACE – Sean Clavin, 9 p.m. • LEGENDS SALOON – Kevin Upshaw & One Night Stand, 9 p.m. • MADAME MEDUSSA’S HOOKAH LOUNGE – Open Jam BYOB • NEW DELHI – Kevin Riddle, 12–4 p.m., Medicine Man Show, 6–10 p.m. • ROWDY BEAVER – Terry & Brett, 1–5 p.m., Whiskey Grin, 7:30 p.m. • ROWDY BEAVER DEN – Blue Holiday, 1–5 p.m., Third Degree, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. • SMILING BROOK CAFÉ – Becky Jean & the Candy Man, 6–9 p.m. BYOB SUNDAY – JULY 20 • BALCONY RESTAURANT – James White, 12 p.m., Jeff Lee, 5 p.m. • CHELSEA’S – Chucky Waggs, 7:30 p.m. • EUREKA LIVE! – DJ, Dancing & Karaoke, 7–11 p.m. • LEGENDS SALOON – Free Texas Hold ‘Em Tournament with prizes, 6 p.m. • MADAME MEDUSSA’S HOOKAH LOUNGE – Downtempo Chillout BYOB • NEW DELHI – Chris & Lolly, 12–4 p.m. • ROWDY BEAVER DEN – Terri & Brett, 1–5 p.m. • SMILING BROOK CAFÉ – Coy Dog, 12–3 p.m. BYOB MONDAY – JULY 21 • CHELSEA’S – SpringBilly, 7:30 p.m. TUESDAY – JULY 22 • CHELSEA’S – Open Mic • LEGENDS SALOON – Pool Tournament, 6:30 p.m. • MADAME MEDUSSA’S HOOKAH LOUNGE – Game night BYOB • ROWDY BEAVER – Hospitality Night WEDNESDAY – JULY 23 • BLARNEY STONE – Game night • MADAME MEDUSSA’S HOOKAH LOUNGE – Arabic Break Beat BYOB • NEW DELHI CAFÉ – Open Jam • PIED PIPER CATHOUSE LOUNGE – Wheat Wednesday Draft Beer Specials • ROWDY BEAVER – Wine Wednesday
INDEPENDENTNews Applications now sought for Giving Tree grants Nonprofits in Carroll County can go to www.arcf.org now to download an application for Giving Tree Grants through the Carroll County Community Foundation, an affiliate of Arkansas Community Foundation. Applications must be submitted via email by August 15. Any IRS 501(c)(3) public charity, public school, government agency or hospital in Carroll County is eligible to apply. Grants are not made to individuals. A grantmaking committee from the
Carroll County Community Foundation will review applications. “Our Fall Giving Tree grants range from $300 to $3000,” Janell Robertson, local executive director, said. “We encourage all local nonprofits whose programs work in and for the people of Carroll County to apply. Since 2001 our Foundation has been supporting a variety of local programs that sustain and enrich – like education and the arts, as well as programs that provide critical need such as food, senior care,
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public access to reservations surrounding springs that are public property. He said people wouldn’t have access to their property if the city keeps vacating alleys and roads. Eureka Springs was recently named by Travel + Leisure magazine as of one of “America’s Favorite Mountain Towns.” Nathan Griffee said he researched 17 other cities on that list and found they have in-town networks of trails. “This is a huge untapped resource for our community to take advantage of,” Griffee said. A trail’s network would attract more people to town, said Brian Hostich, who owns Sherwood Court, where guests ask on a daily basis about hiking and biking opportunities. Ben Rodda said the trail system is not just about attracting tourists, but attracting new residents. Lynn Eaton addressed concerns that have been raised by opponents of the in-town trail system about proper maintenance. She said her 90-year-old mother volunteers to clean up trails in Sedona, Ariz., and that there would be no problem finding similar volunteers here. She also said that when people have great outdoor experiences, they post about it on socials media – which brings in more visitors who love outdoor recreation. People who live near a proposed trail that is now undeveloped may have “psychologically annexed the property,” said Penny Carroll. “I understand it is difficult to invite this change, but it will not hurt your property values. Sometimes you have to do things for the greater good.” Sheryl Willis of the trails committee agreed. She said she was opposed to the city vacating public property at the request of neighboring property owners, and council’s responsibility should be to promote physical and emotional health, and economic stability, of people represented. She said trails would be built with private donations at no cost to the taxpayers. Crystal Rust, said she spent three hours doing a random poll over the telephone, and reached 31 people. Seventy one percent favored the expanded trail system, 19 percent didn’t care, and ten percent were opposed. Jack Moyer said the Crescent and Basin hotels support building the trail’s system and that he spoke with Arkansas Tourism Director Joe David Rice about liability for property owners adjoining trails. Rice said owners of property did not assume responsibility for liability from users of the trail who
and medical issues.” In Carroll County, the local affiliate Foundation awarded nearly $25,000 in grants. Funding for the Giving Tree program comes from Arkansas donors who support the work of the Community Foundation by contributing to their local Giving Tree Endowment. These donations are 100% tax deductible and support local efforts. Visit arcf.org to view Giving Tree grant submission guidelines and begin the application process.
wander onto private property. Moyer also personally supports expanding trails. “It is great that the vocal majority has spoken and the vocal minority is out there sweating,” Moyer said. Alderman David Mitchell said the master trail plan was remarkable, but he had concerns about it being adopted as the city’s official policy. He was concerned about changes that might be needed in the future, and council ceding authority to the trails and Parks committees. Alderman James DeVito said adopting the plan in no way gives up any city council authority, and that it’s a working document that will change over time. Mitchell expressed concerns about insurance companies charging more or even dropping coverage if a trail went by someone’s home, but Parks Director Bruce Levine said of six insurance companies he contacted, the two that responded said there would be no problem. Council also spent a lengthy time debating vacation of Rock Street requested by property owners Rachel and Ryan Brix, who have maintained that the road is a private driveway surrounded by their property – not city property. Aldermen voted to approve the third reading of an ordinance to vacate Rock St. at the previous council meeting, but that was vetoed by the mayor regarding concerns about a survey to provide an easement for utilities for adjacent owners of undeveloped property in the Marble Flats development. The Parks department has opposed vacating Rock Street because it is a vital link in the in-town trail network. But council sided with the Brixes by removing the street from the ownership of parks to the city so council could vacate the street, an issue under consideration in the past. The Brixes were clearly frustrated by yet another delay after the city council voted to give attorneys for the city, the Brixes and Marble Flats another two weeks to work out details of the easement and survey. Marble Flats originally opposed the vacation saying it would illegally block access to their property, but later agreed to the vacation if they were given a utility easement on the road. The vacation was opposed by Alderman Terry McClung, who said he doesn’t think council has a right to vacate the road because, in the future, people might be impacted by lack of access. Alderman Mickey Schneider has also opposed the vacation.
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EXPLORING the fine art of ROMANCE... I have two friends dealing with infidelity in their marriages. One cheated and the other was cheated on but they’re equally devastated. It’s been a real wake-up call and scares me because I’m sure my marriage is not immune. Why does this happen?
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t’s true that few marriages are immune. Despite nearly worldwide disapproval, infidelity does not discriminate on the basis of culture, socioeconomics, age, education, religion, gender or sexual orientation. According to a 2014 study 57 percent of men and 54 percent of women admit to committing infidelity, with 22 percent of men and 14 percent of women doing so while married. Perhaps more surprising, 74 percent of men and 68 percent of women said they would have an affair if they knew they would never get caught. Aside from family, our primary long-term relationships include business, friendship and marriage. Of these, marriage is the least successful. It stands to reason. Only in marriage do we readily agree to bind
ourselves to another person, doing so with virtually no planning and often minimal information. In contrast, both business partnerships and long-term friendships are well informed. Business partnerships require considerable planning and friendships are not binding. What makes marriage the most difficult relationship to sustain and so susceptible to infidelity? The primary culprit: Control. Control seeps into marriages in the form of criticism, complaints, threats and blame. Total turn offs that do not occur in extramarital affairs. When they do, the affair crumbles. The connection sought through affairs and how affairs are justified is telling. Women seek soul-mates, while men seek playmates. Women want emotional intimacy and believe their affairs are justified when based upon love. Men tend to be driven by sexual novelty and believe their affairs are justified when they’re not based on love. As opposed to women who are typically guilt-ridden and increasingly dissatisfied in their marriages, men more often feel liberated by
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their infidelity and perceive it as inconsequential to their marriage since it was based upon lust and not love. Bottom line, infidelity will prevail in marriages that are defined by control, monotony and emotional distance. To affair-proof your marriage discard controlling behaviors, commit to sustaining emotional and sexual intimacy and play together often. Honor your marriage in the same way you honor your life-long friendships. Sounds simple, right? Questions? Email leslie@esindependent.com. Leslie Meeker, M.A., L.P.C., is a psychotherapist who has specialized in relational and sex therapy, sexual compulsivity and sexual trauma for the past 15 years, after receiving extensive training in human sexuality at the Masters and Johnson Institute in St. Louis, Mo.
Combo braves the Hokey – At right, the crowd packing Basin Park on July 12 loved Brave Combo’s music and followed their lead dancing the Hokey Pokey. Maybe that is what it’s all about! Photos by Richard Quick Who’s blowin’ harp, man? – Local LeRoy Gorrell and Mat Witte of New York did an ersatz concert at the Cathouse July 13. Photo by Gwen Etheredge Employee of the Year – Long-time Eureka Springs Hospital employee, Jodi Smith, was selected from among all employees of the 32 health care facilities Allegiance Health Management operates across five states to be named Employee of the Year 2013. Smith has worked for the hospital since 1991, when the City of Eureka Springs was still operating it. Today, she serves as Human Resources Director and Administrative Assistant to Chris Bariola, CEO of Eureka Springs Hospital. “Jodi was selected due to her commitment and dedication to the hospital and the organization,” Bariola said.
Pryor commitment – Karen Pryor, CAPC Sales Director, makes her way up Spring St. to help out with the Fleur Delicious Waiters’ Race on July 12. Photo by Gwen Etheredge
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ast weekend was good for twins Trenton and Trevor Ingles who both shared striped bass, crappie, perch and spotted bass. Well, the water temp sure got hot fast 82° to 84° on Beaver Lake and here around Holiday Island. One good thing is the hotter it gets, the closer they get to the dam. Look for stripers holding about 30 – 40 ft. deep off the flats on Beaver Lake. Here at Holiday Island we are getting crappie and bass 10 – 12 ft. deep on minnows and jigs in the treetops. Walleye are in the trees and off the flats sitting off the bottom in 28 ft. of water. Big perch and bluegill are still spawning in the shoreline brush in three – four feet of water. Just need a float, worm or minnow now to get you some fish for dinner. Well, I better go get some sleep, boy all this fishing can CAPC continued from page 3
although there is no other convenient place for loading and unloading. He acknowledged there would need to be some kind of a permit process, such as a windshield placard, so vehicles are identified. Vote was unanimous to include putting the six parking spaces and a one-hour loading zone per vehicle in the Auditorium management contract. Ragsdell then pointed out Arkansas law allows the CAPC to use its money to purchase property and pay for construction of a parking garage. He said they should discuss the idea and seek to remove the number one complaint over the years from tourists, the lack of convenient parking. He also suggested extending trolley hours on nights when there is a performance at the Auditorium so visitors can count on getting a ride back to their vehicles or rooms. He commented they need to provide at least 400 parking spaces if they expect to sell 900 tickets for a show at the Auditorium, and parking should be nearby. McClung stated they could not justify building a garage downtown for maybe 10 shows per year, although
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sure wear you out. Hope you all have as good week and don’t forget to take a kid fishing.
Butterflies rule at Carnegie July 21
If you love butterflies, come to the library on Monday, July 21, at 3 p.m. to learn more about them! Judy Smith from the Botanical Garden of the Ozarks in Fayetteville will explain the butterfly life cycle and its relationship
to the plants in its habitat. This free program is intended for children of all ages. For more information about the Library’s Summer Reading Program, call (479) 253-8754 or visit EurekaLibrary.org.
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he is in favor of providing rides for people after shows. There was also a brief discussion of offering tours of the Auditorium as an enticement to attract visitors to return and see a show. There would need to be certain issues resolved first, like removing a colony of bats. This topic will also return in a future workshop. Director’s report Executive Director Mike Maloney reported trolley drivers collected information about passengers for a week at the end of June, and 23 states were represented among the riders. Eureka Springs had visitors from as far away as Pennsylvania and California. He also announced that Sara Sant’Ambrogio, cellist of the Eroica Trio, would be coming to Eureka Springs with a pianist to perform at the Auditorium August 24. Also, he said Carroll County Airport has a list of 6000 pilots around the country, and he is planning to target them with a direct mail campaign called Fly into Fall. Next workshop will be Wednesday, July 23, 4 p.m., at the CAPC office. Next regular meeting will be Wednesday, August 13, at 6 p.m.
ACROSS 1. Graceful dive 5. Ovum 8. At a distance 12. Comfort 13. By way of 14. Flower holder 15. Rhine Valley wine 17. Operatic solo 18. Thrilled 19. Brightly shining 21. Told an untruth 23. Propel a canoe 24. Domain 27. Bungling 30. What ___ you doing? 31. Useful 33. Zodiac sign 34. Saddle horse 36. Mounted troops 38. Pub libation
39. Black 40. Strip 43. Power failure 47. Roman poet 48. Supreme Thurgood 50. Location 51. Drink cubes 52. Time periods 53. Winter conveyance 54. Primary color 55. Advice DOWN 1. Dried up 2. Cry of pain 3. On the ocean 4. Snuggle 5. Obvious 6. Cotton machine 7. Excited 8. Mythical island paradise
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9. Adieu 10. Largest continent 11. Enlarge a hole 16. Relaxed 20. Very severe 22. Scrape the windshield 24. Crow 25. Period of time 26. Black garnet 28. For each 29. Child’s plaything 32. Toiled 35. Escaped detection 37. Pollen sac 40. Sleep 41. Wicked 42. Islamic ruler 44. Swiss river 45. Happy 46. Word in a threat 49. High card
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FLORA ROJA COMMUNITY ACUPUNCTURE-providing affordable healthcare for the whole community. Sliding scale fee. $15-$35 per treatment, with an additional $15 paperwork fee the first visit only. You decide what you can afford to pay! Francesca Garcia Giri, L.Ac. (479) 253-4968, 119 Wall Street
BELLYDANCE CLASSES – Wednesday’s at 6:30 p.m., Madame Medussa’s Hookah Lounge. 1 Center Street. (310) 720-5487
FULL TIME POSITION Retail experience not necessary. Flexible hours. Apply at Nelson Leather, 34 Spring Street. No phone calls.
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HOLIDAY ISLAND GOLF COURSE hiring part-time cook. Start at $8.40/hr, plus meals and gratuity. Family golf and recreation benefits included. Apply in person at 1 Country Club Drive, Holiday Island. (479) 253-9511
SEEKING PROPERTY Want to buy house in Eureka Springs to Berryville area. FSBO, owner carry contract, lease to own. Low monthly payments. (817) 681-1447 COUNSELING: ADULTS AND TEENS. New to area. Licensed clinical social worker. 1983 graduate University of Michigan. Private practice in my Holiday Island home. Ann Helmer, LCSW, (989) 792-3157 or ahhelmer@cox.net SALE: 40–70% OFF. Yellow Box, Keen, Clark & Tom’s shoes. Free People, Lucky, Life is Good – mens, womens, kids at Crazy Jake’s Outlet, 99 Spring Street (next to post office) LAUGHING HANDS MASSAGE announces its summer special – free peppermint foot scrub with a one hour massage. Laughing Hands always a great location for couples massage. Call 479244-5954 for appointment. EUREKA SPRINGS FARMERS’ MARKET has Fun Food Tuesdays! From 7 a.m. – noon there’s something new every Tuesday: cooking demo, breakfast with Frank, juicing bar or veggie grill. On Tuesdays only Our Green Acre farm brings you certified naturally grown produce, eggs, chicken, pork and beef – and local maple syrup, honey and allnatural dry goods, too! Market hours are Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7 a.m. – noon at Pine Mountain Village. See what’s new on the Eureka Springs Farmers Market page on Facebook! IVAN’S ART BREAD - ORGANIC LOCAL FARMER’S MARKET twice a week - Tue is Golden Gate Sourdough - Thurs Whole Grain Rye and Wheat loaves plus breakfast breads including the celebrated wheat-free artful dodgers! Request line: (479) 244-7112 ivan@ loveureka.com 22 |
LOST FEMALE TERRIER COCKER MIX; pointed nose; she has one eye; dark reddish-brown and white; long tail with white tip; Call (870) 654-3948. $125 cash reward. No questions asked.
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE DERKSEN PORTABLE BUILDINGS for sale or rent-to-own. Hwy 62 West, across from WalMart, Berryville. No credit check. Free delivery. (870) 4231414. To place a classified, email classifieds@esindependent.com
HELP WANTED MAINTENANCE PERSON NEEDED for Rowdy Beaver Restaurant. Must have own tools and knowledge of general maintenance and construction. Call (479) 363-6259 POSITION OPENING: PART-TIME, general buildings and grounds maintenance. Basic carpentry, plumbing, electrical and janitorial skills necessary. To apply, send resume with three references to: Ozark Natural Science Center, Attn: Personnel, 1905 Madison 1305, Huntsville, Arkansas 72740 fax 479.789.2728 or e-mail info@ onsc.us. PALACE BATH HOUSE looking for receptionist/attendant. Please call (479) 253-8400 or apply in person at 135 Spring Street.
ARE THERE ANY HARD WORKING HOUSEKEEPERS WHO DON’T CALL IN SICK? We have promoted all 3 of our great housekeepers to full time and we are looking to hire the next great housekeeper that we can promote to full time. We are a resort hotel open all year, we guarantee 30 hours per week all year (even in the dead of winter) to people who do not call in. If you are a hard worker and do not call in we would love to promote you to full time. Our full time staff work 2/3 as housekeepers and the other 1/3 of there job is office work. If you have your own reliable transportation and cell phone and are a hard working person who will come to work everyday, then we have got a career opportunity for you. Call 479253-9493. FRESH is seeking 1-2 more servers for our team. FT/PT immediate help needed. apply in person at 179 N. Main before 11 a.m. or after 3 p.m. Thurs.–Mon. We are drama free. COOK NEEDED, 36 HRS/WK. Apply Holly House Assisted Living. (479) 2539800
OPEN YEAR ROUND Kitchen prep, tables. Good mom job. Apply in person at Si Casa Flores, Sunfest shopping center. (479) 253-8650
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Full time positions available: FULL TIME DESK CLERK HOUSEKEEPER
• Year Round Employment • Vacation & Holiday Pay Now accepting applications. Please apply in person.
PARTS UNKNOWN, Eureka Springs’ destination for a broad assortment of fine men’s and women’s fashions and accessories, is hiring Part-Time Sales Professionals. If you are a service driven, energetic fashion enthusiast, we’d like to meet with you. Please email your resume to eureka@partsunknown.com or fax to (866) 498-2780
REAL ESTATE LAND FOR SALE GREAT LOCATION, beautiful trees. 2 acres M/L. 10 minutes from downtown Eureka Springs. $11,500 (870) 847-1934
HOMES FOR SALE DOWNTOWN, WELL MAINTAINED 2-STORY with lower level rental. Ample parking. Established garden. Detached shop/studio with high ceiling.Two decks. (479) 253-4963
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HONEST? DEPENDABLE? EFFICIENT? Good natured? Sense of humor? Apply at Silly Chile, 87 Spring Street, Eureka Springs MOUNTAIN BIRD COFFEE CO. SEEKING PART-TIME help, possibly becoming full-time. Year round work, light manual labor, must be able to lift 75 pounds. References required. (479) 426-6777.
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APARTMENT RENTALS Best Western Inn of the Ozarks 207 W. Van Buren 479.253.9768
Full time position available: FULL TIME WAITSTAFF
• Year Round Employment • Vacation & Holiday Pay Now accepting applications. Please apply in person.
HOLIDAY ISLAND VILLAS & TOWNHOUSES near lake and marina. Peaceful and quiet, ample parking. From $375/mo. (479) 253-4385 SMALL EFFICIENCY APARTMENT Newly remodeled. All utilities paid. Off-street parking. Not suitable for pets or children. Responsible individual with references. $475/mo. (479) 9819383
INDEPENDENTClassifieds RENTAL PROPERTIES APARTMENT RENTALS SPACIOUS APARTMENT IN HISTORIC DISTRICT 3BR/2BA apt. on quiet street. Great deck, front porch, offstreet parking, large master BR, CH/A, woodstove. $800/mo + $800 deposit. Non-smoker, dog is negotiable with fee. Contact Heather (479) 244-5431
HOMES FOR RENT
1BR/1BA COTTAGE on Owen Street. 1 parking spot. Easy walk downtown. Nice yard. No pets, no smoking. Month to month lease. $625/mo + $300 deposit. Includes water & trash. (479) 244-9155 LARGE HOME DOWNTOWN 2 large bedrooms, 3 baths, library, 2 car garage. $950 + utilities. (479) 244-0599 2BR/2BA HOUSE IN HOLIDAY ISLAND available Aug. 1, $725/mo. CH/A, woodstove. All appliances, W/D hook-ups. Large front porch and back deck. Deposit & first months rent prior to move-in. Call Michael (870) 4233498 or (870) 480-6425 2BR/2BA VIEW OF THE WEST fireplace, garage, W/D. Beaver, Ark. $750/mo, first and last. (479) 9816816
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8’x12’ BILLBOARD SPACE Hwy 23 South across from Acord’s. $800 yearly. Call Bill at (479) 253-4477
SERVICE DIRECTORY BEAUTY
ISLAND NAILS NOW OPEN at 3 Parkway Dr., Ste G (near HI Subway.) Mention this ad for $5 off your first visit. Featuring: Spa Pedicure, Manicure with OPI gel polish–lasts 2 weeks (compare to Shellac) Call (479) 981-9556 for info on other services and appointments
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PETSITTING, HOUSESITTING. Holiday Island, Eureka Springs and surrounding areas. 25+ years experience. Reliable, references, insured. Call Lynn (479) 363-6676
CLEANING TAYLOR-MAID TO THE RESCUE! Clean freak has openings. References. Call Angie (479) 981-0125
SERVICE DIRECTORY MAINTENANCE/ LANDSCAPE/ HOME SERVICES FANNING’S TREE SERVICE Bucket truck with 65 ft. reach. Professional trimming, stump grinding, topping, removal, chipper. Free estimates. Licensed. Insured. (870) 423-6780, (870) 423-8305 REALTORS-PROPERTY MGRSLANDLORDS. I specialize in preparation of properties for showing and/or occupancy. Excellent references. (479) 981-0125. CHIMNEY WORKS Complete chimney services: sweeps, repairs, relining and installation. Call Bob Messer (479) 253-2284 TREE WORKS Skilled tree care: trimming, deadwooding and removals. Conscientious, professional arborist and sawmiller. Bob Messer (479) 2532284 TOM HEARST PROFESSIONAL PAINTING AND CARPENTRY Painting & Wood Finishing, Trim & Repair Carpentry, Drywall Repair & Texturing, Pressure Washing (479) 244-7096
AUTOMOTIVE I BUY AND REMOVE OLDER CARS & TRUCKS. Reasonable prices paid. Also some scrap and parts vehicles. Call Bill (479) 253-4477
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INDEPENDENTNews Council pledges to act on fluoridation issue
Becky Gillette Eureka Springs City Council agreed Monday to ask alderman Mickey Schneider to draft a proposed resolution for the next council meeting designed to take action to protect the health of residents by opposing fluoridation of the city’s water supply. After hearing from a number of residents strongly opposed to fluoridation, at first some council members expressed doubts that anything could be done at this late date about work at the Carroll Boone Water District (CBWD) to construct a building and purchase equipment to add fluoride to the water, mandated by a state law. “I’m a bit taken aback that at the 11th hour and 59th minute and 30 seconds we suddenly have a hue and cry from the public over this,” alderman James DeVito said, pointing out it has been more than three years since the state passed a law mandating water fluoridation for systems serving more than 5,000 people. “We have broken ground on the Carroll-Boone facility to treat the water. In 2012, we opposed addition of fluoride to water system. That is all we can do as a city. To try to mount something at this time is counter productive.” Alderman Dee Purkeypile suggested people use filter systems that are relatively inexpensive. However, he said not knowing what contaminants are in the fluoridation chemicals is not acceptable. Operators of the Carroll-Boone Water District (CBWD), who have been unable to find any suppliers willing to disclose what contaminants are contained in the product, have unanimously opposed fluoridation. There are no longer any U.S. suppliers of the chemicals with most of the fluoride additives being used in the U.S. imported from China. Purkeypile said China doesn’t have a good safety record on products. However, work has proceeded to build a structure to add fluoride to the water because of state law. Schneider, who along with alderman Joyce Zeller, asked council to consider further action on the fluoride issue, said people haven’t forgotten about this and aren’t ready to give up. She showed a 22page “constructive notice” sent by Darlene and Richard Schrum to the CBWD Board and operators that Schneider described as the most incredible document she has seen in a long time.
“It spells out very clearly to CBWD what state laws are, and what state laws have to be following regardless of legislature sneaking through the state mandate demanding fluoridation,” Schneider said. She got the green light from the council to come up with a proposed resolution to be considered in two weeks which would remind CBWD that by proceeding with fluoridation it is breaking other state and federal laws by poisoning people and medicating them without their consent. She said it is hoped that CBWD will tell the state that it can’t proceed, which will give citizens enough time to get the mandate rescinded in the legislature. Unresolved resolution becomes new resolution In other action, council ditched an earlier version of a proposed resolution that would require business licenses, a minimum number of parking spaces, safety inspections and a certificate of occupancy for multi-family units of three or more. The resolution had been amended because of concerns from the Chief of Police and the Building Inspector, so it was assigned a new resolution number and approved for a first reading. John Rankine and Bill King spoke against the ordinance asking why the city was deciding to regulate rental units with more than two units without showing equal concern about the safety of single-family and duplex rentals. Planning commissioner Ed Leswig responded that ordinances can’t be applied retroactively, and multi-family dwellings other than those in R-1 would be legally non-conforming and not required to comply with the new ordinance. The exception would be any multi-family units in R-1 without a Conditional Use Permit. King questioned what the inspection would consist of and if he would be required upon the sale of his 100-year-old, fourplex apartment to upgrade plumbing and electrical to today’s codes, and was told the inspection was to make sure there are fire extinguishers, smoke alarms and emergency exits. It wasn’t clear whether explanations from Leswig satisfied the concerns of King and Rankine, but council advised them they could take a look at the revised resolution and have input at the second reading at the next council meeting, July 28.
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