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Jan. 19 6:38 a.m. — A caller reported being passed by a car with a temporary tag over the double yellow line, but an officer did not make contact with the vehicle. 2:31 p.m. — A male subject was arrested for driving on a suspended license. 4:30 p.m. — A caller reported a suspicious male who claimed to work with animal control and left possibly on foot. An officer responded, checked the area and was unable to locate the person. 7:22 p.m. — An officer accompanied a person on a welfare check; all was well. Jan. 20 1:20 p.m. — A person reported that her vehicle had been hit while parked, and an officer filed a report. 1:46 p.m. — Officers issued citations for dogs at large. 2:54 p.m. — An officer filed a report on a shoplifter. Jan. 21 7:41 a.m. — An officer took information to file a report on theft. 10:04 a.m. — An officer filed a report on a minor two-vehicle accident. 11:47 a.m. — An officer made a note to return to a home to look for a dog running loose after failing to locate the dog the first time. 12:12 p.m. — An officer spoke with a woman during a welfare check and encouraged her to contact her family. 12:46 p.m. — An issue regarding littering was cleared up without a report or citation. 7:20 p.m. — An officer located the wife of a man having a medical emergen-
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cy and gave her a ride to the emergency room. Jan. 22 10:55 a.m. — A woman decided not to file a report on a stolen wallet after surveillance footage failed to reveal anyone stealing from her. 12:33 p.m. — An officer located a woman’s daughter and encouraged her to contact family. Jan. 23 4:09 a.m. — A male subject was arrested for driving while intoxicated, fictitious vehicle license, driving on a suspended license, no proof of insurance and open container. Other than that, everything seemed to be in ordeer. 10:14 a.m. — An officer took information for a report on theft. 10:34 a.m. — Animal control contacted a man about his dog following a welfare concern. All was well. Jan. 24 10:44 a.m. — A caller reported that a tenant passed away and people not related to him were taking things from his apartment. An officer responded and spoke with the caller. 3:16 p.m. — An officer watched Pine Street for cars going the wrong way. 5:18 p.m. — An officer spoke to the owner of barking dogs, and the dogs were taken inside. 7:43 p.m. — An officer responded to a report of a car doing doughnuts in a parking lot, but the car was gone when he arrived on the scene. See Dispatch, page 10
January Resident of the Month Danna “Jean” Owen Shook, (aka, Mrs. Rev. Clayton Shook for 65 yrs) Jean was 2014 Ms. Brighton Ridge! Her first beauty pageant at age 85! From Hazen to Little Rock, Louisiana and Lithuania to call Eureka’s More Mountain home in 2002. Jean enjoys her friends and activities at her Brighton Ridge home. 235 Huntsville Rd., Eureka Springs, AR 479-253-7038
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Ale House now first brew pub in Carroll County By Alana Cook
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After seven months of waiting to receive its license to brew from the federal government, Eureka’s new Ale House is now the first brew pub and beer garden in Carroll County. The pub, nestled on the highway just a half mile from Thorncrown Chapel, has a one-half acre beer garden and bocce court where during warmer months, patrons can bring a blanket and hang out or linger in the sun while tossing back a cold, freshly brewed Kolsch or American Amber and listening to live music. Owners Tara Puzey, a gemologist, and Conn Hutzell, a former child advocate for the state of Arkansas, moved to Eureka a year and a half ago after visiting several times. They found there were no brew pubs so they decided to open one. Hutzell and Puzy will begin brewing their inaugural batch of beer this week, though it could be a week before it’s ready to serve. “We plan to brew Kolch first, then after, we will go for an amber or porter,” Hutzell said. “After that, all bets are off.” Hutzell said they plan to tinker with different recipes and are even trying out the
new trend of mixing different liquors with beer like Seagram’s apple and a good ‘ol Southern Blonde. Brewing Process Hutzell said he has been brewing for as long as he can remember. With casual flair, he leans against the copper bar top and describes their brewing process. “I don’t want to bore you with the details, but it’s like a science. There’s even a beer periodic table of elements,” he said. After brewing, the beer ferments anywhere from six to 10 days, depending on the type of beer. “Yeast needs time to change starches into sugars and then after that, it goes into a barrel and sits for another 10 days,” he said. Hutzell emphasizes the importance of keeping the brewing room at 70 degrees to prevent the yeast from dying because beer gets warm as it ferments. “It’s like they did in Germany — it’s why they created beer gardens,” he said while recalling how breweries dug cellars in treelined river banks and covered them with gravel to keep them cool. Hutzell said when he got a profile of the local water he found that it is best suited for brewing lite ambers and blondes. But, he
Photo by David Bell
Conn Hutzell is a co-owner of the Ale House in Eureka Springs. The business recently received its license to brew beer and is the first brew pub in Carroll County.
said Carroll-Boone Water District’s plans to add fluoride to the water will be problematic because he will have to spend more money to filter out the fluoride.
Tradition and Revolution Though it has not been around long See Brew Pub, page 22
City finance director explains water bill increases By Alana Cook
Citizen.Editor.Eureka@gmail.com
Some residents and business owners in Eureka could see increases in their water bills because the city is replacing about 1,800 water meters, many of which are 40 years old. Lonnie Clark, city finance director, said that although in some cases the increase so far has been “fairly substantial,” the city and residents will benefit in the long run. Clark said that because the meters were so old, many were not reading accurately and many people and businesses were not being billed for their actual usage. The city did not notify citizens and business owners of the potential increase but many business owners should have been aware when the city turned their water on and off while doing the upgrades, Clark said.
The city purchases all its water from Carroll Boone Water District. Clark said after researching, he realized that the city was not billing customers for as much water as it was purchasing, though he acknowledges there is an average loss in any city. “We looked at usage of certain accounts and found that they didn’t look reasonable,” Clark said. Clark said that he is unaware of anyone having their water being shut off because of large bills and late fees. “Some were a little shocked,” he said. “The average life of a meter is eight to 12 years and some meters in Eureka are up to 40 years old,” Clark said. “When they wear down, the meter slows down and records a lesser amount of water than what’s going through the meter. When that happens, there might have been 10 gallons but it only
showed that seven gallons went through.” Mayor Butch Berry said at Monday night’s city council meeting that city revenue has almost doubled this month over a year ago since about 300 of the estimated 1,800 meters have been replaced in the last few months. Berry said the meters are a newer grade that will allow the city to better detect leaks, and give citizens a chance to tell there is a problem before they receive a large bill. Alderman David Mitchell said the meter project is “one of the most significant projects the city has undertaken in a long time.” Clark said the meter project had been somewhat slow until last week because the manufacturer was unable to supply the city “with any substantial quantity of meters up until a few days ago.”
Clark said the city Public Works Department is working to repair all known leaks and is concentrating on getting the meters “installed as quickly as possible.” Though some meters are fairly easy to install, some take time and the city is focusing on replacing the top 100 commercial meters first, he said. The city replaced about six meters before passing an ordinance last October. “When it was determined to be such a significant problem, the council authorized the money to purchase meters from reserves,” Clark said. “Before that, the city replaced about six meters, which came out of operating revenue.” The city considering increasing water rates last year but instead chose to repair and replace the meters as part of ongoing efforts to improve the city’s infrastructure.
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Residents express concerns about Butler Hollow project at open house By David F. Dempsey Lovely County Citizen
CASSVILLE, MO. — People from Missouri and Carroll County attended an open house Tuesday in Cassville, Mo. led by decision-makers and planners for the proposed cutting, burning and restoration project known as the Butler Hollow Project. The proposal calls for the cutting and burning of approximately 18,000 acres in the 300,000-acre Ava Cassville Willow Springs District of the Mark Twain National Forest in southwest Missouri. According to Joe Koloski, a U.S. Forest Service district manager, the project will not occur all at once. Koloski is tasked with approving the project after reviewing public comments and conducting an environmental assessment. The 18,000 acres are divided into eight sections, each about 2,200 acres. The plan is to cut and burn one to two sections a year, returning to cut each section again in three to five years. “The goal is to restore oak woodlands and glades to their original conditions,” Koloski said. He anticipates — but does not guarantee — he will make a final decision on whether to move forward with the project in late spring or early summer. When told that people in Carroll County were concerned about ash and any byproducts from the project that would be carried downstream by Butler Creek to its confluence with the White River and Table Rock Lake near the town of Beaver, Koloski responded saying that is the purpose of the environmental assessment. He added, “We are very conscientious about watershed health.” Other open house attendees expressed concern that smoke from the burning would create health risks. Reggie Bray, a fire zone management forest service officer, said the project would be a low-impact action but not a no-impact action, acknowledging that
Photos by David Frank Dempsey
Dr. Luis Contreras, left, from Eureka Springs talks with District Manager Joe Koloski about the proposed burning of about 18,000 acres of the Mark Twin National Forest in the Butler Hollow area of Missouri.
there would be some smoke during burns. Bray that his personnel studied the winds and weather to find the best times for burning. Light south or southwest winds are best. Michael Shah from Carroll County attended the open house. Shah has been a very active participant in Save the Ozarks’ successful campaign to stop Southwestern Electric Power Company’s earlier plans to build a 345-kilovolt power line across 50 miles of Carroll County. After talking with one forest service officer, Shah explained his reasons for making the 40-mile drive to Cassville. “I just want to see what they are talking about, and to see what other information is available,” he said. Shah added that he thought it was important to get information from both sides of the issue and not let emotions guide decisions. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s public comments package was sent to area residents, though some said it was
sent out too late, causing the public comments period to be extended until Feb. 6. The package states that all tree harvesting would be done for restorative thinning. It also says that removed hardwood 11 inches or more in diameter and cedars 6 inches or more in diameter would be commercially harvested. Hardwood stumps would be treated with herbicides to prevent sprouting and pine plantations would be reduced by about 50 percent. Before extensive logging in the 1800s, the dominant trees in the area were white oak and post oak. After that the land was used largely for pasturing. Today the dominant trees are eastern red cedar, black oak and red oak. Most of these trees grew since the forest service acquired the lands in the 1930s and 1940s. The overall goal of the project, according to the forest service, is to bring back the trees that were once dominant and to restore glade areas to their pre-settlement conditions.
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City Council passes fluoride resolution, Mayor gives State of City address By Alana Cook
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Eureka Springs City Council members unanimously passed a resolution Monday night that asks state health department officials to certify that any additives to the city’s water supply, including fluoride, are safe and lead-free. The resolution includes a letter signed by council members that states: “We ask that the proof be in the form of a letter, both from the supplier and the Carroll-Boone Water Board, showing a complete, independent analysis from reputable laboratories both here and in the country of origin, of the compound, containing all the trace ingredients, a guarantee that the compound is safe for use internally and externally, if added to the water supply, and a guarantee that they will be liable if the compound is proven to be damaging to the health of the
individual consumer. We believe that, if this should not come to pass, we have the legal right to ask for an alternative to this water.” City Attorney Tim Weaver drafted the resolution after council members during the last meeting asked him to review the letter. “This letter does not establish liability,” Weaver said. “To place liability is beyond the scope of this council but the letter does put [state health officials] on notice that the council is concerned.” Alderwoman Joyce Zeller said she plans to send copies to state Reps. Bryan King and Bob Ballinger, both of whom oppose water fluoridation. In other business: The council passed an ordinance allowing Carroll County residents who live outside the city to serve on the City Advertising and Promotions Commission membership, if they own or operate a tourism-related busi-
ness in the city. Alderman James DeVito moved to table the ordinance but the motion failed. DeVito said he is confused about “the legality of the ordinance,” and referred to a 2003 state attorney general’s opinion that said city advertising and promotions members must live within the city limits. “What’s the haste?” DeVito asked. “There hasn’t been a seat on the A&P for a year. I would like for the CAPC chairman to be present to discuss this.” DeVito said he received an email from former CAPC Director Bob Purvis that questioned county-wide membership. “His email said we can’t do that,” DeVito said. Weaver said that the attorney general’s opinion is an “opinion that is not open to court ruling” and that “we might be giving them the opportunity for the first court chal-
lenge by passing this. “We don’t want to be the first test case, though Eureka has done this before,” Weaver said. Alderman Terry McClung said that since the 2003 opinion, state lawmakers had plenty of time to pass legislation if they disagreed. The ordinance passed by a vote of 4-2, with DeVito and Zeller voting against it. Peggy Duncan of American Legion Auxiliary Unit 36 told the council the Auxiliary is planning a Veterans’ Day memorial parade May 25 that will include the 399th Fort Leonard Wood Army marching band, the First Sergeant of the Army ROTC from the University of Arkansas as the color guard and retired U.S. Army Col. Mike Ross as the grand marshal. Duncan said after the parade, the 399th will have a concert and Ross will lead the See Council, page 8
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Help wanted Airport official asks county to restore funding By Scott Loftis
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BERRYVILLE — Carroll County Airport Commission Chairman Morris Pate appealed to the Quorum Court for an increase in funding Monday, and Justices of the Peace indicated they will meet soon to consider the issue. Pate said he and other members of the airport commission have been responsible for day-to-day functions at the airport after JPs did not include funding for employees in their 2015 grant to the airport. JPs slashed their appropriation to the facility from $84,000 in 2014 to $48,000 this year after what they have described as the airport commission’s failure to provide requested financial information. Pate, a former longtime JP who more recently served as mayor of Eureka Springs, said he and other commissioners have been working at the airport since one full-time position and one part-time position were eliminated because of the reduced county appropriation. “I’ve logged probably 80 hours over the last two weeks just answering phones, trying to take care of some business out there,” Pate said. Pate and airport commissioner Sandy Martin presented JPs with a draft of a proposed five-year business plan for the
airport. Pate described the plan as “very got it. “I think some work will go into lookviable,” but he said the airport needs more ing at getting it back to what it needs to money from the county. “We need an increase in our budget,” be,” Swofford continued. “But there was a he said. “… We’re making do with what time when the only thing the airport wanted from this Quorum we’ve got. We’re not Court was when they going to try to do with came to us and wanted any less than what “I’ve logged probably something. You could we’ve got because I 80 hours over the last ask questions and you’d don’t want anything two weeks just answering get the runaround.” taken away from the “Let me tell you like phones, trying to take care airport.” this, Larry,” Pate rePate said the staff- of some business out there.” sponded. “I understand ing cuts are having an – Morris Pate that, but that’s before I impact. took over. So I have to “Without a fulldo cleanup on it. Now time employee a lot of we’ve got this business plan that we’re gostuff just can’t get done,” he said. JP Larry Swofford told Pate that the ing to implement to the nth degree that we reduced appropriation was the result of can. So, don’t punish the new commission the Quorum Court’s frustration at not re- for what the old commission may have done. ceiving the information that JPs requested It’s not fair. It’s not fair to the people of the from the airport commission in previous county, it’s not fair to the people that use the airport, so consider that.” years. JP Lamont Richie said the Quorum Court “As you know from when you did sit needs a comprehensive look at the airport’s at this table, there have been times that it financial situation. was very difficult for us to get financial “We’re not just looking at what you’re statements and things of that sort to the asking from us,” he told Pate. “In order to Quorum Court to see where the money make a determination as to the amount of did go,” Swofford said to Pate. “I think the main reason that you don’t have the money to fund the airport it’s important to money budgeted at this time was to get look at the total package of what you’re the airport’s attention. And I think we’ve dealing with, including all of your reve-
nues. We’re not here just to come to the trough and put money into your operation. It’s important to know what funds y’all have and what you want to do with them in order to make the determination. We’ve not been getting that. We have not had a consolidated look at what the total airport operations are.” Richie said he was pleased with the proposed business plan, however. “Looking at the business plan, I think this is a great place to start,” he said. “I’m inclined for the budget committee to meet at an early time to start looking at this, within the next week I would suggest.” Pate thanked Richie for his comments. “I want to impress upon y’all: This is not about us and it’s not about y’all; it’s about what that airport is and what it conveys to the community,” Pate said. JP Jack Deaton indicated he would be in favor of a budget committee meeting to consider increasing the airport’s appropriation. But he was critical of the way the facility has been managed in the past. “I was a successful business owner in this county for quite a few years, and if I had run my business like the airport’s been run, I’d have been bankrupt,” he said. “We just got tired of being told ‘shut up, ain’t none of your business …” “You won’t get that from me,” Pate said.
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Eureka needs a unified vision
he message of change reverberates throughout the hallowed rooms of city hall, where ghosts of town leaders past keep a careful watch over those now in their positions who are forging forward with a new vision for the city. It is echoed time and again in city council and CAPC meetings, in letters to the editor, in downtown galleries. Eureka, a diamond nestled in the hills of the Ozarks, an eclectic enclave of creative and free thinkers, is Arkansas’ best kept secret. Some are working hard to keep it that way, while others are ready and working hard for change. Eureka and towns like it are the Main Streets that Wall Street left behind. And, that’s not a bad thing. It’s a well-known business philosophy today that to not only survive but to thrive, people must innovate and adapt. There must be a unified vision and message — a mission statement. But for a tourist destination such as Eureka, how much change is necessary? How does the melting pot of Eureka maintain her mystique and still grow? Who is Eureka? Local business owners and city leaders have been brainstorming ideas in a series of economic development meetings over the last few months. One business owner suggested that Eureka needs
to be a healing arts destination where city dwellers can unwind from stressful jobs. Others place their hopes in marketing Eureka as an arts and Alana Cook music destination. Still others cling to Eureka’s heyday and the Passion Play. Though I’ve only been here for a short time, I believe one thing is certain. As diverse as it is, Eureka needs a unified vision and message — one that promotes its diversity while focusing on its uniqueness. I believe that to develop such a message, it takes a willingness to be open to change by letting go a bit and compromising. The city seems to be off to a good start this year. Mayor Berry’s State of the City address in this week’s city council meeting gave firm examples. But, while city leaders promote the power of positive change, I hope they and local business owners look within to pause and consider carefully that exactly they want Eureka to be. Because it is this message that will keep people coming back hungry for more.
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memorial in Basin Park. “The push is to honor World War II and Korean War veterans and behind them will be Vietnam and Afghanistan and Iraq vets,” she said. Council members approved Steve Beacham’s appointment to a position on the the city planning and zoning board. Mayor Butch Berry gave his State of the City address. He said the city met several of its goals last year and is moving forward on several projects and new developments including: Replacing about 1,800 residential and commercial water meters by this summer, 300 of which have already been replaced Repairing “a few streets” and continuing with water and sewer improvements New commercial construction and new incoming businesses this year Continued enforcement of the clean city ordinance Last year, the city increased salaries at the Eureka Springs Fire and EMS Department so firefighters do not move to other cities Getting a new trolley later this year and new bike racks as the result of $600,000 in federal matching grants Trolley rates will stay the same this year and the city will be adding new routes
Implementing paperless billing in the city finance department Parks and Recreation received more than $150,000 in grants last year for trails and the Lake Leatherwood Pavilion The mayor plans to bring before city council this year a means for private residents to insure water and sewer lines The Mayor’s Task Force on Economic Development will “find ways to attract new businesses, and second-leg economies such as drawing art and culinary educators to the area Encouraged people to apply for vacancies on the city planning and Historic District Commission Berry also updated the council on the condition of the Auditorium parking lot. “We went down there last week and found the tunnel completely failed,” he said. “The tunnel failed on the parking lot side of the Aud and it extends up to 15 feet toward the courthouse.” Berry said that though the failure is in one spot, it could cause the courthouse to flood so he contacted Carroll County Justice of the Peace Lamont Richie to see if the county Quorum Court could assist with repair costs, which he said could range from $60,000 to $200,000 depending on whether the state gets involved. The next regular city council meeting is scheduled for 6 p.m. Monday, Feb. 9, at city hall.
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Citizen Opinion by Cindy Worley
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Send your opinions to Citizen, P.O., Box 679, Eureka Springs, AR 72632, fax to (479) 253-0080 or e-mail to: citizen.editor.eureka@gmail.com
Editorial Policy The opinions on the Editorial page are our opinions. The opinions on the Forum pages are your opinions. All forum entries must be signed and verifiable. We reserve the right to edit submissions. While you may not agree with or enjoy that lifestyle, to many it is what makes life worth living. In addition, they bring needed tourist dollars to Eureka and support Note: This letter is in response to a letter that ran Jan. the local businesses who in return support the community. One only has to look at the “Citizen of the Year” 22, titled “How to ensure Eureka’s future.” Having been a regular visitor to Eureka for well over to see how this money spent on personal entertainment 20 years, I’d like to add my perspective to the discus- comes back to the citizens of Eureka. The celebrations and events are what bring peosion about our future with Eureka. I currently spend ple to Eureka. There are people who return each year part of the winter here as I consider it mild, compared again and again for their favorite events. Whether to the north country and consider Eureka my second that is Blues weekend, Diversity weekend, Corvette home. weekend, the May Festival of the Arts, or the coming While to some, the weddings and arts you have deEureka Gras, they all have their followers. The comscribed are the essence of Eureka, to others that totally mon theme is that they bring people to town and those misses the mark. Weddings are a one-shot event but people spend money here. As for how this affects the do bring money into the community. The number of downtown businesses, those that sell the right products weddings is decreasing and probably will continue. or services that people are interested in and treat them While Eureka is a unique community with a strong arts right when they are there will prosper, those that don’t background that many people enjoy, the reality is that will close and something new will start up. I rememyou can only collect so much art and many of us cannot ber when the Mardi Gras was new, you couldn’t find a afford to purchase much art on a regular basis. If all Eureka has are the wedding industry, the arts, and the Pas- mask or beads in town to buy. Now, a number of shops sion Play, many residents would become unemployed have some beautiful masks available including some hand made by local artists. and the downtown will cease to exist as we know it. By the way, it is very nice to have an additional parts As for a place to relax and enjoy a weekend outing, store in town. Competition usually makes both busiI have heard people refer to Eureka as an adult playnesses do a better job as long as there is enough busiground. Quality locations to visit and safely enjoy are ness to share. very hard to find. The combination of overnight acThank You, commodations, good food, good entertainment, and Larry Henry daytime activities in a small, safe community is rare.
Eureka needs diversity in businesses, too
Wendy Auxier Ware
James DeVito “Pasta Man”
Jerry Lee
“King of the Basin”
“Breezy”
No, I have not.
Cindy Taylor
Jaime Butters Tommy Pate
No, I haven’t.
I have not, yet.
No, I have not.
Not yet, but I watch it closely.
“Sweetie Pie”
“Sugar”
“Paterlog”
Yes, my son lives here and he has noticed an increase.
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‘Big Dogs’ needed for shelter project Attention Big Dogs (You know who you are)! Brashears Furniture and Arvest Bank are challenging local businesses and individuals to sit up and be counted as Big Dogs by supporting Good Shepherd Humane Society’s takeover of the Berryville Animal Control facility. Good Shepherd is in the final days of its campaign to raise money to fund this major expansion and operate the facility as a no-kill rescue. Brashears and Arvest have each donated $500 to the cause and are also offering to match the next two $500 donations from local businesses or individuals. All
local Big Dogs are invited to join the challenge by making matching tax-deducible contributions. In cooperation with the City of Berryville, Good Shepherd wants to expand its mission by continuing the no-kill policy and out-of-state adoption program of Go East, Young Dog. GEYD has operated the animal control facility the past three years and spay/neutered and adopted 600 dogs, most from the Berryville community. GEYD is ceasing operations this week. New funding and ongoing communi-
ty support are required to sustain Good Shepherd’s major new commitment. Big Dogs recognize the important contribution such organizations make to quality of life and the community’s reputation. By humanely dealing with our pet overpopulation problem, they make our neighborhoods safer and more pleasant, and the innocent lives they save bring untold joy to thousands of adoptive families. And yes, Big Dogs, there is a bone here. Those who meet the challenge will be publicly recognized for their humanity, civic-mindedness and all-round
Slane chosen as new interim board president at Writers’ Colony Jill Slane, managing director of a New Jersey-based music production company, Prescription Audio, is the new interim board president at the Writers’ Colony at Dairy Hollow. Six new board members were also selected during their recent meeting. Slane currently oversees operations and business development, with spa, hotel and clinical clients worldwide. She also serves as a partner in Dreams Beyond Pictures, a London and Copenhagen-based film production company. In addition to her experience as CFO and CEO of various corporations, she has produced several documentaries and feature films and hundreds of commercials. She is a published author and advocate for creative artists of all forms. This year’s new board members are: Tommie Zwernemann of Eureka, Adjoa A. Aiyetoro of Little Rock, Charles Templeton of Eureka, Crow Johnson-Evans of Gravette, K.J. Zumwalt of Eureka, and Sharon Spurlin of Berryville. Zwernemann retired from the Guadalupe Blanco River Authority in south Texas where she was a senior economic development manager Zwernemann has a
degree from the University of Texas at San Antonio in geography and lives on a farm in an 1878 rock house that she totally restored. Aiyetoro is currently an associate law professor and director of racial disparities in the Arkansas Criminal Justice Jill Slane System Research Project. She was also a human rights attorney and social worker. Last March, Aiyetoro received the Washington University George Warren Brown School of Social Work’s Distinguished Alumni Award and last April, she received the Arkansas ACLU’s Civil Libertarian of the Year Award. Templeton is a retired school administrator from Texas who served in the Marine Corps from 1967 until 1971. After a tour in Vietnam and service in the presidential helicopter squadron, he received his B.A. in history/psychology from Austin College in Sherman, Texas and his M.Ed in public school administration from North Texas
State University in Denton. Crow Johnson-Evans was involved with the Writers’ Colony from its inception and rejoined the board after a brief absence. Crow began playing in clubs in Houston in 1962 and continued through college at the University of Texas Austin. In 1971, she returned to the Ozarks and received the Spirit of Kerrville Award in 1993, the World Folk Music Association Kate Wolf Memorial Award in 1995 and the Lifetime Achievement Award from the NWAMA in 2002. KJ Zumwalt is the chef and owner of KJ’s Caribe Restaurant and Cantina. She is an Arkansas native and has a BBA in business marketing from Harding University. Zumwalt has been an award-winning restaurateur for more than 20 years. Sharon Spurlin of Berryville has served and supported the Writers’ Colony beginning in 2005, and has served on numerous boards, including local boards of Clear Spring School and the Carroll County Community Foundation, where she also served an administrative role for these organizations. Spurlin was named one of the 10 outstanding women of Carroll County in 2000.
Big-Doggedness in a full-page newspaper spread courtesy of Carroll County News. They also get a tax deduction and belly rubs or head pats on request. To join the Big Dogs, call Doug or Susan Brashears at 870-423-4433 to make a pledge, and do it by Groundhog Day if you want the bone. Smaller donors (yes, you are needed and appreciated, too) please send checks to Good Shepherd Humane Society, PO Box 285, Eureka Springs AR 72632, or drop them by one of the Doggie Thrift Stores.
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10:58 p.m. — A male subject was arrested for public intoxication after hitting the railing at a business and the drive-thru window. Jan. 25 12:09 a.m. — Officers located the room of a man for two women who were looking for him. 2:41 a.m. — A caller reported hearing an explosion but an officer could not locate anything like that near the area. 3:47 a.m. — A caller reported hearing an explosion but officers could not find the location of an explosion. Maybe someone was hearing things? 9:17 a.m. — An officer arrested a male subject on a warrant after being called to the home for a domestic violence complaint. 10:28 a.m. — An officer took a dog in front of a business to the kennel. 1:08 p.m. — Officers waited for a reported erratic driver but the driver never showed. 2:05 p.m. — An officer filed a report on theft. 3:59 p.m. — An officer filed a report on theft. 4:50 p.m. — An officer arrested a female subject for domestic battery in the third degree. 6:22 p.m. — A female subject was arrested for domestic battery.
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Members of the Blacksmith Organization of Arkansas work on an experimental bloomery furnace at the Eureka Springs School of the Arts.
Blacksmiths build bloomery furnace at E.S.S.A workshop In a rare event, members of the Blacksmith Organization of Arkansas met at Eureka Springs School of the Arts last week and built an experimental bloomery furnace to smelt iron. This type of furnace is one of the earliest types used to smelt steel from iron ore. Members of the Blacksmith Organization of Arkansas wanted to experiment with Arkansas-mined ore that blacksmiths collected themselves. Peggy Kjelgaard, Director of E.S.S.A., agreed to share the school grounds at no charge, giving the blacksmiths an opportunity to experiment with the origins of the iron they loved to work while reaching out to others to share their passion. January 21 brought the beginning of a 4-day workshop, with the blacksmiths mixing clay cob used to construct the furnace. On day two, the cob was made into bricks, which were formed around a wooden core, which was later burned out to cure the cob. On the third day while the cob
was curing, Kjelgaard and staff members Becky Newhart and Susan Douglass got one-on-one blacksmithing instruction from Bob Patrick, Master Blacksmith, and other blacksmiths in the group. On the final day, the blacksmiths loaded the furnace with small amounts of coal and iron ore, waiting short periods in between each load. They wanted to maintain temperatures needed to extract the iron, and used a tuyere, which is a nozzle or pipe through which air is blown into a furnace or hearth, to get enough air to for combustion. They also had a sight glass, to check the color of the flame, which indicates about how hot the fire is getting. Late into the night, they pulled the bloom, or iron, from the furnace. The bloom, looking vaguely like a sponge, required more heat and pounding, but the experiment was complete. E.S.S.A. was voted by the blacksmiths to be an honorary lifetime member of the B.O.A., and all involved said they look forward to the next smelt.
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Ozark Mountain Music Festival
Photos by David Frank Dempsey
The Basin Park Hotel hosted the Ozark Mountain Music Festival over the weekend, featuring a variety of entertainers from Thursday through Sunday.
Eureka Springs’ own Jeff Lee plays and sings a Nat King Cole tune “Straighten Up and Fly Right” in the Hailing from Oklahoma, the Spring Street Band plays on the top floor of the Basin Park Hotel during the Ozark Ozark Mountain Music Festival at Basin Park Hotel. Mountain Music Festival last Saturday.
Though officially a part of the Ozark Mountain Music Festival’s lineup of acts at Basin Park Hotel, Christopher D’Andrea and Lance Schrumpf make their own music in Basin Park last Saturday.
Shelly McAuliffs and Mark Bennet of Dusty Pearls do a lively performance of the song made famous by Johnny Cash and June Carter “I’m Going to Jackson” during the four-day-long Ozark Mountain Music Festival last weekend
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Hanging out at Good Shepherd
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The Good Shepherd Humane Society animal shelter is a temporary home for dogs and cats who hope to be adopted and find a permanent home.
Shelter manager Janice Durbin really enjoys her job.
“Cleanliness is next to dogliness,” so Cassie Lane helps keep the kennels clean.
Jimmy Gyles wrangles a hefty puppy while Amanda Van Sickle prepares some additional grub for the hungry hound.
“I’m goin’ to a new home... I’m goin’ to a new home.” Seven-month-old The payback to Amanda Van Sickle for all that Duke is indeed headed to a new home, and is proud of it. love and affection is a wet-tongue-kiss.
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Mayor to be Grand Marshal of 10th annual Mardi Gras parade Butch Berry, Eureka’s new mayor, will be the Grand Marshal of the Mardi Gras parades for the 10th annual Eureka Gras Mardi Gras. Berry grew up in Carroll County and established his architectural firm in Eureka Springs after Butch Berry working with several firms in Little Rock as well as being the Executive Director of the Capitol Zoning District Commission. Eureka Springs celebrates Fat Tuesday in grand style with the 2015 Eureka Gras X Mardi Gras Extravaganza. The celebration, directed by the Krewe
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of Krazo which is Ozark spelled backwards, is gearing up to make this year even more spectacular with the theme “Carnivale Around The World.” The Eureka Gras night parade will be 6 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 7. As in years past, floats will travel along Spring and Main streets. The Krewe of Krazo will enter six of its own permanent floats. Other lighted floats are encouraged to parade as well. At 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 14, the legendary Eureka Gras Day Parade kicks off along the traditional downtown Eureka Spring parade route offering watcher beads, trinkets, candy and toys from the floats. Walking groups and “Krewe of Barkus” canine parade rounds out the fun. All Eurekans and visitors are asked to “dress-out” and join in the parade. For more information, see www.Krazo.Ureeka.org.
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Seventh- and eighth-grade students who were on the All A and the A/B Honor Roll for the second nine weeks.
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Calendar of Events Now through Feb. 18: Master Gardeners Training Classes Application Period
The Carroll County Master Gardeners will be accepting applications through Feb. 15. Registration is $70. The intensive 40 hour course will take place throughout March at Freeman Heights Baptist Church, covering topics for anyone interested in becoming a master gardener. Contact Bruce K. Lee at 870-423-2958 or blee@uaex.edu for more information.
Jan. 31: Taste of N’Awlins
Taste of N’Awlins will take place from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 31, at the Grand Taverne inside the Grand Central Hotel. Hot beignets and chickory coffee will be served, along with a cash bar.
Feb. 1: My Journey from Katie to Caden
The Eureka Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, at 17 Elk St. in Eureka Springs, will host Caden Pruitt at 11 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 1. Pruitt will discuss the physical, emotional and social changes that have occurred during the last 10 months of his physical transition from female to male. After the program, the church will host Soup Sunday, featuring homemade soups, bread, sweets and beverages. It costs $4 per adult, $2 per child and $10 per family.
Feb. 1: Eureka Classic Movies Showing
The directors of Eureka Classic Movies invite you to a showing of “Rebel Without a Cause” at 7 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 1, at the Eureka Springs Auditorium. Tickets cost $5 for adults and children 16 and under are free. Metered parking is free during the movies as well.
Feb. 2: Metafizzies Meeting
The Eureka Springs Metaphycial Society (Metafizzies) will meet at 7 p.m. Monday, Feb. 2, in the reading room of the Christian Science Church at 68 Mountain
St. to discuss videos on the pilgrimage site of Lourdes in France.
Feb. 4 - April 9: Carroll County Tax Aide Program
The Tax Aide program, which aims to assist low- and middle-income taxpayers of all ages with free tax preparation, will have two locations this year. The location in Holiday Island, at the Holiday Island Community Church at 188 Stateline Dr., will be open 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays Feb. 4 through April 9. The location in Berryville, at Freeman Heights Baptist Church on 522 W. Freeman Ave., will be open 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mondays from Feb. 2 to April 6. No appointments are necessary and AARP membership is not required. Taxpayers are required to bring their prior tax return and any current documents needed to prepare the 2014 tax return. For more information, contact Anne Dray at 479-253-7611.
Feb. 6: Mayor’s Ball
The Mayor’s Ball will take place Friday, Feb. 6, at the Basin Park Hotel at 12 Spring St. Doors open at 6 p.m. with live music from Joe Giles and the Homewreckers from 7 to 10 p.m. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased at www.reserveeureka.com.
Feb. 7: First Annual Garage Sale
The Eureka Springs Historical Museum will host the first annual garage sale from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7, at the Best Western Inn of the Ozarks Convention Center. Admission costs $2 at the door. Booths cost $30, and setup will be 6 p.m. Feb. 6 and 7 to 9 a.m. Feb. 7. Call the Inn of the Ozarks at 479-253-9768 or email sales@innoftheozarks.com for more information and to reserve a space.
Feb. 7 and 14: Krewe of Krazo Parades
The Krewe of Krazo will host the fourth annual night parade at 6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7. Floats and walking groups participating are asked to be lighted. This year’s
cost $10 and can be purchased from the Highlanders soccer players. There are a limited number of tickets at the door. Call 479-244-5409 for more information.
theme is “Carnivale Around the World.” The annual day parade will take place at 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 14, beginning on Spring Street and continuing past the Pied Piper. Email TonyPopovac@yahoo.com, call 225-405-9673 or 225-405-9672 and visit www.Krazo.Ureeka.org for more information. For an application, visit www. Parade.Ureeka.Org.
Feb. 16: Arti Gras
KJ’s Caribe Restaurant and Cantina, on 309 W. Van Buren, will host Arti Gras at 6 p.m. Monday, Feb. 16. More than 20 artists will present their original work and bejeweled masks.
Feb. 14: Chocolate Lovers’ Festival
The 11th annual Chocolate Lovers’ Festival will be held Saturday, Feb. 14. If you are interested in participating, you can find all the forms needed at www. eurekachocfest.org or contact Toni Rose at 479-253-8737 or toni@eurekaspringschamber.com.
Feb. 17: St. ‘Lizbeth Cake Ball
The Krewe of St. ‘Lizbeth Cake Ball will be held Tuesday, Feb. 17, at the St. Elizabeth Parish Center on Passion Play Road. An early bird cash raw oyster bar will start at 5:30 p.m. and last until 6:30 p.m., with regular festivities beginning at 6 p.m. The royal procession will take place at 6:45 p.m., and dinner will begin 7 p.m. Dinner includes Father Shaun’s crawfish corn bisque, cajun coleslaw, chicken jambalaya, red beans with sausage, grilled shrimp skewers, rice and fresh French bread. Dancing begins at 8 p.m. and the ball ends at 11 p.m. Reservations are strongly encouraged; to reserve tickets, call Rod at 479-253-8864 or 479-2532222. Tickets are $40 per person. Costumes are suggested.
Feb. 15: Highlanders Soccer Spaghetti Dinner
The Eureka Springs High School soccer players will host a spaghetti dinner from 4 to 8 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 15, at Lookout Cottages at 12 Lookout Circle, just past the Crescent Hotel in Eureka Springs. Some local contributing businesses include: Hart’s Family Center, Fanning’s Tree Service, Local Flavor, Cafe’s Amore, Geraldis, Emilio’s and Crescent Hotel. Tickets
Transition
Faith LilyAnn Kennedy
Faith LilyAnn Kennedy, 18 weeksold, of Eureka Springs, passed away Saturday, Jan. 24, 2015. Born in Johnson, Ark. She was a daughter of Austin and Joy (Harrington) Kennedy. She passed away Saturday, Jan. 24, 2015. She is survived by her parents, Austin & Joy Kennedy of Eureka Springs; grandparents, Patricia & Gregory Wilson of Eureka Springs; a niece, Sandra Nash of Eureka Springs; three uncles, Robert & Michelle Kennedy of Friendswood, TX; Matthew Harrington of League City, TX; Jason Harrington of League City, TX; aunt, Dana Novak of Alvin, TX; several other family and
Passed Jan. 24, 2015
friends and a host of loved ones. She is preceded in death by her grandparents, Michael & Sandy Nash, grandfather, David Allan Kennedy, cousins, Kaitlyn Christian & Nathaniel Novak. There will be no services at this time. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the www.babyfaiths. myevent.com to help with the medical expenses. The family would like to thank the Inspiration Point Fire Department, family and friends for prayers & support during this difficult time. Online condolences may be sent to the family at nelsonfuneral.com.
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Darline Rosemarie Hobe
Darline Rosemarie Hober, 91, of Eureka Springs, Ark., passed away Sunday, Jan. 25, 2015. Visitation will be 8 a.m. until 9:45 a.m. Friday, Jan. 30 at St. Elizabeth Catholic Church. Funeral mass will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, Jan. 30, at the St. Elizabeth Catholic Church under the direction of Nelson Funeral Service. Interment will be at the St. Elizabeth Memorial Gardens. Memorial donations may be made to the Darline Hober Memorial Athletic Scholarship Fund, c/o Cornerstone Bank. Online condolences may be sent to the family at nelsonfuneral.com. Born Jan. 22, 1924 in Brainard, Neb., Hober was the daughter of Clarence James and Laura (Sokup) Kubicek and was a member of the St. Elizabeth Catholic Church. She was a homemaker. She was also one of the founders of the St. Elizabeth Gift Shop and worked over thirty-five years as manager. She is survived by two daughters, Loretta & Tim Cumings of Georgia; Sherry
Jan. 22, 1924 – Jan. 25, 2015
Sullivan of Eureka Springs, one stepbrother, Jim Kubicek of Conway, four grandchildren and six great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. For over 50 years, she was married to Robert Marion Hober who preceded her in death. She was also preceded by her parents, Clarence & Laura Kubicek.
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TCWR interns feed hungry big cats. Their animals eat around 1,000 pounds of raw meat per day.
Cattle donations important resource for Turpentine Creek
More than 100 lions, tigers, cougars, and other big cats at Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge consume about 1,000 pounds of raw meat daily. To keep up with the appetite of these voracious carnivores, TCWR is asking farmers and cattle owners to donate cattle they have just lost or about to lose. “It happens quite a bit,” TCWR staffer Victor Smith, who handles transportation of donated beef, said. “A cow dies birthing, or breaks a leg, and unfortunately has to be put down. When that happens, the owner has to do something with the carcass. If it’s within about a 30-mile radius, we’re happy to come pick it up. It sure helps us out,” he said. Tysons Foods and a other local freezer plants come through for TCWR and provide the meat at little to no cost. But, TCWR said it is always looking for other sources of food for the animals since supplies can sometimes diminish. “It is important the donated beef not
come from cattle that have been treated recently with antibiotics or that have been sick, both of which issues can cause health problems for the big cats,” Scott Smith, TCWR’s vice president said. For a similar reason, TCWR unfortunately cannot accept venison unless it has been skinned and butchered because there are ticks and problems with deer, according to veterinarians, and horse meat also poses a problem, Smith said. “It’s tragic when someone loses an animal they love, but again, we have to be worried about whatever medications may have gone into trying to restore the animal’s health, medications that could adversely affect our big cat population. So we have to say thanks anyway,” he said. TCWR also welcomes frozen meat that’s been culled from people’s freezers. For anyone interested in participating in this type of donation, please call Turpentine Creek at 479-253-5841.
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Sunday Night at the Movies: Classic film series seeks more fans
By Jennifer Jackson “Rebel without a Cause,” “East of Eden, “Giant.” In February, Eureka Classic Movies features the only three movies that James Dean, the iconic ‘50s actor, ever made. In March, it’s Tennessee Williams’ adaptations, followed by musicals in April, screen sirens in May, and Woody Allen in June. But if more cinema fans don’t show up, Eureka Classic Movies will be gone with the wind. “We’re going to do it through June,” Enid Swartz said. “If we don’t get more support, we won’t do it.” Swartz and John Speed are two of the instigators of Eureka Classic Movies, a grass-roots effort to bring the big-screen movie experience to Eureka’s classic Auditorium. For Speed, owner of Hidden Springs B&B on Hillside, the series is an answer to a common question innkeepers face: What is there is to do in town at night if you aren’t into the bar scene? A discussion with Swartz, an artist and author, about how Eureka’s historic auditorium is underused led to the idea of organizing a classic movies series there. It was through the cooperation of the City Advertising and Promotion Commission, which manages the Auditorium, and especially Rick Bright, that the idea became a reality, they said. “He was instrumental in making this happen,” Speed said. The series got off to a good start last spring with the first movie, “Mary Poppins,” drawing an audience of 55. A showing of “Gone with the Wind” drew an attendance of 60. But for other films, the audience dropped to 20, 15 and 13, Swartz said, making it hard to justify the effort of the handful of volunteers who put it on. “We’re completely non-profit,” Swartz said of ECM. Swartz, past president of ECM, said the organizing committee chooses the films, which are ordered through a company that specializes in classic movies for community showings. This year, she is the sponsorship chairman, recruiting sponsors for
each movie showing, who foot the $125 licensing cost. A copy of the film in DVD form costs $5. Ticket sales, $5 adults for adults, children 16 and under free, go to the Auditorium/CAPC to cover costs. After the film is viewed, the DVD is donated to the library, Swartz said. ECM was charging $3 for adults, but have raised the ticket price. That children get in free makes it an affordable night out for families, Swartz said. While people from outlying areas have expressed concerns about parking, Swatz said people need to know that city parking meter enforcement ends at 6 p.m. The movies start at 7 p.m., with the door opened at 6:30 p.m. Concessions include beer, wine and popcorn, which can be taken into the theater. Speed, this year’s ECM president, said Sunday nights were chosen to prevent conflict with music festival concerts. ECM showed two Hitchcock thrillers in January. February features the three movies by James Dean, who was born on Feb. 8, 1931. Sept. 2015 marks the 60th anniversary of his death in a car crash at the age of 24. The James Dean movies will be shown on Feb. 1, Feb. 8 and Feb. 22 at 7 p.m. at the Auditorium. March’s theme is “Remembering Tennessee Williams,” with two works adapted for the silver screen, “Cat on a Hot Tin Roof” on March 15 and “A Streetcar Named Desire” on March 29. April brings “Fiddler on the Roof” on April 12 and “Oliver!” on April 26. A tribute to screen sirens Joan Crawford and Bette Davis airs in May with “Mildred Pierce” on May 3 and “Jezebel” May 24. Woody Allen’s “Annie Hall” will be screened on June 14 and “Stardust Memories” on June 28. For more information, go to the Eureka Classic Movies Facebook page. The 2015 ECM sponsors are Alpine Liquors, Arvest Bank, Community First Bank, Fresh Harvest, Granny’s Place, Hart’s Grocery, Lady Bug Emporium, Mud Street Cafe, Nibbles Eatery and the Spice Boat.
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Rick Bright gets the popcorn ready before the showing of “Psycho” last Sunday, one of two Hitchcock films shown by Eureka Classic Movies in January.
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Martin, from Hot Springs, will be wooing you with folk and soul. The Dusty Pearls, from Tulsa, Okla., who recently played at the Ozark Mountain Music Festival, stuck around this weekend to give us another taste of their brand of Americana. Another Fine Mess, from Ohio, will also be here rocking it out. For venues and times, see our Lively Entertainment lineup for these and other bands playing here in Eureka Springs this week. THURSDAY, JAN. 29 • Grande Taverne, 37 N. Main St., 479253-6756: Jerry Yester, 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. • Legends Saloon (Lumberyard), 105 E. Van Buren, 479-253-2500: Starseed, 8 p.m. • Ozark Mountain Taproom, 140 E. Van Buren, 479-244-6922: Acoustic Jam Night, Beer Specials, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. FRIDAY, JAN. 30
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9:30 p.m. • Eureka Live, 479-253-7020: DJ & Dancing, 9 p.m. • Grande Taverne, 479-253-6756: Jerry Yester, 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. • Grub & Pub Club 169: Big Dawg Karaoke, 9 p.m. • Henri’s Just One More: Juke Box, 9 p.m. • Legends Saloon (Lumberyard): Another Fine Mess, Happy Birthday Jeannie! 9 p.m. • New Delhi Cafe, 2 N. Main St., 479253-2525: Dusty Pearls, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. • Rowdy Beaver Den: Shannon Holt Band, 8 p.m. to midnight • Rowdy Beaver Tavern: Hellbenders Trio, 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. SUNDAY, FEB. 1 • Chelsea’s: Alex Culbreth, 7:30 p.m. • Eureka Live: DJ, Dancing and Karaoke, 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. • Legends Saloon (Lumberyard): Texas Hold ’em, 7 p.m. • Ozark Mountain Taproom, 479-2446922: Cards against Humanity/Board Games, Beer specials, 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. • Rowdy Beaver Tavern: Game Day with free pool MONDAY, FEB. 2 • Chelsea’s: Springbilly, 9:30 p.m. TUESDAY, FEB. 3 • Chelsea’s: Open Mic, 9:30 p.m. • Legends Saloon (Lumberyard): Pool Tournament, 7 p.m. WEDNESDAY, FEB. 4 • Eureka Live, 35 N. Main, 479-2537020: Mardi Gras Umbrella Decorating, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. • Legends Saloon (Lumberyard): GG Unleashed, 7 p.m.
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The Natural Way Hearty foods for winter
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his is the time of the year for hearty foods. Acorn, ButterJim Fain nut, Hubbard and Spaghetti squash is as plentiful and cheap as are root veggies such as parsnips, potatoes and carrots. Storing them in a cool yet dry area at home will keep them fresh for a long time. Preparing them for the table is easy and the finished product is not only tasty but also chock full of vitamins and minerals. Acorn and Butternut are just a little higher in nutrition than some of the other varieties of squash but all are a treasure trove. I’m a strong advocate of choosing foods that match the season but making simple yet scrumptious soup out of any veggie goes great with heavier food and cold days. This soup is fresh not canned and amazingly easy to make. Try using two crowns of broccoli per serving along with 10 ounces of liquid, which can be water or chicken broth, and cook at a low heat until soft. Pour the contents into a blender and slowly pulse then liquefy. Correct the seasoning with a little salt or fresh ground pepper. If you want to get a little fancy add a couple of tablespoons of butter and a splash of cream. Getting really fancy would be to run the blended mash through a strainer to refine the consistency. I usually don’t do that as I find it unnecessary for flavor and texture. Unstrained, you get a heartier version and the benefit of the whole veggie. Try this recipe with all sorts of different veggies like squash both hard or soft, cauliflower and potatoes. If you have grilled your peppers from summer or soft squash, yellow or zucchini, before cooking in the broth it adds a delicious flavor. To notch up a little more, reserve a small amount of the veggie from the stock pot before blending. Chop and add back when ladling to the serving bowl. Sprinkle some shredded cheese on top. Staying in season, local to your area is a good thing to do. Local foods are fresher and reflect what we have to deal with here in our little part of heaven. Remember, taking Vitamin D and a quality probiotic daily is scientifically supported to make winter a healthier season.
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Wisecrack Zodiac ARIES: Putting your best foot forward isn’t an option with those toenails. Try sticking in your best elbow or kneecap. The other person will be too confused to realize how strange you truly are. TAURUS: If you can’t make something right, you can at least make it sparkle. A few glitter bombs around the office will distract your boss from your latest screw-up, just make sure no one knows you did it. GEMINI: There’s a difficult task in front of you, but you’re too intimidated to tackle it head on. Use a different approach; sneak up on it and tickle it until it pees. That levels any playing field. CANCER: Home is where the heart is and right now your heart is following around that hottie in the tight jeans. Pull up an easy chair and ask them what kind of cable TV package they like, because you’re in for the night. LEO: Your body is giving you a sign, so pay attention to the one declaring “Caution” and slow down. Otherwise, you’ll end up by Falling Rock, which could mean a concussion or a hilarious crotch hit worthy of YouTube. VIRGO: Burning the candle at both ends is fine for a while, but try more than that and you’re just a wax firestarter. Get the pine cone out of your butt and tell your co-workers to quit warming their feet over your meltdown. LIBRA: You’ll hit the jackpot on Tuesday, but the next day you’ll have a mean-tempered leprechaun wanting his gold back. Go ahead and marry him; you’ll keep the cash in the family and learn he’s hilarious when he’s drunk. SCORPIO: Everyone hides a few secrets, but you could do better than just duct taping them to the screen door. Hide them where no one in your house will look, like the dishwasher or a bag of broccoli
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in the fridge. SAGITTARIUS: Taking the low road finally pays off when there’s a 12-vehicle morality pileup on the high road. Wave as you pass by and take a few photos as they try to untangle their high horses. CAPRICORN: All’s fair in love and war, but when it comes to the office coffeemaker, there are rules. Don’t pee in someone’s French roast unless you want a yogurt cup full of farts. AQUARIUS: It took you most
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of your life, but you have finally found your tribe. Wrap yourself in your freak flag and throw down your best dance moves around the campfire, because these people get you. PISCES: You know all the ins and outs, so why not make a few bucks by showing other people a few shortcuts? A lifetime of hard knocks adds up to a rather awesome map of the universe. Answers on page 17
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Announcements
Classifieds Help Wanted
THE EUREKA SPRINGS FARMERS MARKET at Pine Mountain Village. Winter schedule is every Thursday, 9a.m.-noon. Come on down and support your local farmers and bakers. See ya there!
Help Wanted BAR AND WAIT STAFF needed. Apply in person at Legends Saloon after 6 p.m. 105 E. Van Buren (62) EXPERIENCED HOUSEKEEPER NEEDED for Tall Pines Inn. Part-time. Must work weekends. 479-253-8096 HELP WANTED WITH Yard Work. Must have experience with a chain saw and carpentry work. $10.00 per hour. 479-244-6526 PART-TIME LIBRARY ASSISTANT The Eureka Springs Carnegie Public Library is taking applications for part-time employment. Applicants should enjoy working with children and the public, posses good computer and communication skills, have customer service experience, and be able to work some evenings or weekends. Deadline to return completed application is Friday, Feb. 6 at 5:00 pm. To obtain an application, email, call or come by the library: info@eurekalibrary.org, 479-253-8754, 194 Spring St.
Area Agency on Aging of Northwest Arkansas
APARTMENT MANAGER Area Agency on Aging of Northwest Arkansas is currently accepting applications for the position of Part Time Apartment Manager for Ozark Meadows Senior Complex located in Berryville, AR. The person selected for this Part-Time position will work twenty hours (20) per week insuring the complex is fully rented, properly maintained, and that all required paperwork is completed in a proper and timely manner. This position starts at $9.00/hour and carries an employee benefit package and 403(b) plan. Apply at
www.aaanwar.org/Employment This position will remain open until filled.
EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled/AA
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Come work for a growing company.
We are now interviewing for store manager in training positions.
Open interviews will be Friday, January 30th and Monday February 2nd from 2:00-5:00 at 305 W.Trimble, Berryville, AR You can also apply online at www.mysubwaycareer.com To learn more about us visit www.westfoods.org Any questions, please call Aaron Hollinger (479) 650-6059 THE GREATER EUREKA SPRINGS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE has a full time, year around opening for the Visitor's Center. We promoted our previous Welcome Desk person and we need to replace her with a high energy, friendly person that can greet our visitors, give directions to the local members and sell tickets to our attractions all at the same time! Basic computer skills, knowledge of Word and Excel, professional dress and appearance important. Using a POS system helpful but not required. If you meet the basic requirements, come apply for the best job at the Chamber! Apply at the Chamber office at The Village at Pine Mountain or e-mail toni@eurekaspringschamber.com
Services Offered AFFORDABLE TREE SERVICE. Trimming and Removals. Good clean-up. 25 years experience. Free estimates. Licensed and Insured. Call 479-981-0181. ANDY STEWART/OZARK PAINT COMPANY: Specializing in interior painting. Also exterior, decks and pressure washing services available. Call 479-253-3764.
FANNING'S TREE SERVICE Bucket Truck 65' reach. Professional trimming, stump grinding topping, removal, chipper. Free estimates. Licensed, Insured. 870-423-6780, 870-423-8305 TREE WORK - Skilled tree care: trimming, deadwooding and removals. Conscientious, professional arborist and sawmiller, Bob Messer 479-253-2284 HANDYMAN HOME REPAIRS & REMODELING carpentry, drywall, decks, tile. One call does it all. We do small jobs. Bonded. Serving NWA since 1977. Bob Bowman. 479-640-5353 TOM HEARST Professional Painting and Carpentry Painting & Wood Finishing Trim & Repair Carpentry Drywall Repair & Texturing Pressure Washing 479-244-7096 CHIMNEY WORKS - Complete chimney services: sweeps, repairs, relining, and installation. Call Bob Messer. 479-253-2284 ASK ME ABOUT FENCING! New fencing and repairs. Call 870-480-3884. CHEF4YOU CATERING/PERSONAL CHEF SERVICE: I can work with any budget and all types of events. PERSONAL CHEF Service available, healthy weekly meals prepared for you and your family. Call Denise at 479-253-6118. DAVIS HEAT&AIR. Proudly serving Carroll County for 10 years. Servicing all makes and models. Licensed and Insured. Carrying AmericanStandard. 870-423-8776 EUREKA SPRINGS DUET MASSAGE. ''A relaxing couples experience.'' We come to you. Deep tissue, Swedish, Medical/Clinical. 17 years combined experience. Call/text 479-544-4942 or 727-366-3807. GREAT INSURANCE RATES Business, Home, Auto, Life, Medical, Medicare. Call Spence 479-966-9073 Licensed in Mo. and Ark. (Ark. Lic#405422) LAST RESORT SOLUTIONS for old and new injury affecting nerves, brain, vascular, respiratory, digestive and urinary systems. Pain, Numbness, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Allergic or Inflammatory states. Neurology, Acupuncture, Kinesiology, Clinical Nutrition. Steven Shiver, DC, ND. 479-665-2544 NEED HELP? CALL BILLY Painting, Gutter cleaning, Winter clean-ups, haul-offs, power washing, etc. 734-624-9006 (lives in E.S.) THE CLEAN TEAM Housecleaning and Janitorial. Bonded and reliable. Many references. Free estimates. 20 years experience. Call 417-655-0694 or 417-597-5171.
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For Rent 2BR/1BA HOUSE NEAR DOWNTOWN, $550/mo. First, Last, +$100 security deposit. Call 479-981-0549 or 479-253-7670 APARTMENT FOR RENT Four miles west of Eureka, includes dish network, W/D, furnished + utilities. Available Feb. 1. $625/mo + $100/deposit. No pets. 928-301-5746 or 805-551-2057 HOUSE FOR RENT 1BR/1BA, W/D, Hardwood Floors, Peaceful location. $425/mo plus $425/security. Non-Smoking. Pet okay w/seperate deposit. 479-244-0985 SPACIOUS 1BR APARTMENTS Remodeled, limited availability Mar. 1. Covered front deck and back deck with mountain view, utilities included, pets, blue trolley, references. Call/text 479-244-5440 only 10 am-6pm STUDIO APARTMENT 1 BR near Downtown. $375/mo. First, last + $100/security. Gas and water paid. 479-981-0549 or 479-253-7670 STUDIO APARTMENT in Mill Hollow, E.S. W/D, electric or wood heat, water/sewer/trash paid, organic garden space available, excellent well water. Old wagon road walk to downtown. Nonsmoking $475/mo. 1 year lease. Eric, 479-253-6972
Commercial for Rent COMMERCIAL FOR LEASE: ICE CREAM PARLOR. Holiday Island Shopping Center. Call Tom Dees, 479-981-2203 for more information. COMMERCIAL FOR LEASE: RETAIL. Holiday Island Shopping Center. Call Tom Dees, 479-981-2203 for more information. COMMERCIAL OR OFFICE SPACE, 3022 E. Van Buren, Suite F, below Amish Collection. For immediate occupancy. Call Rex at 479-981-0081 or Joe at 479-981-0404, 9a.m. to 5p.m. DOWNTOWN: 814 sq.ft., private bath, outside deck; 1125 sq.ft., shared bath, 2 large rooms, 12' ceilings. Call 479-253-6326. DOWNTOWN SPACE. REASONABLE. (479) 253-9481 or dan@twilight.arcoxmail.com
Misc. for Sale FIRE WOOD AVAILABLE Seasoned Hardwood split and stacked. Delivered $60/rick, in town HI and Eureka limits. $75/rick outside city limits. 479-981-0840 FOR SALE SEASONED FIREWOOD $55/rick. Cut, split,delivered and stacked. Holiday Island and Eureka Springs Area. John 870-350-4886 or Kip 479-981-2994
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Garage Sale Eureka Springs Historical Museum 1st Annual Benefit Garage Sale Sat., Feb 7th 9am – 5pm Best Western Inn of the Ozarks Convention Center $2 Admission Clean out your Closets and Garages and Join the Event: 8’ x 10’ Booth Space $30 Tables available on a limited basis no/charge
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Pet of the Week This super nice girl is Molly. She’s an extra friendly five-year-old medium-sized brown & white Pit Bull who is not only leash trained, but housebroken. She’s also well-mannered and has a very calm disposition. She would be a great addition to any family. Molly has all her shots, is spayed, and is ready to be adopted at the Good Shepherd Animal Shelter, Hwy. 62 east of Eureka Springs. Good Shepherd is open noon to 5 p.m. every day but Wed. Their phone is 479-253-9188. During January, any dog or cat 4 months or older is adoptable for $25. Adopt a pet and save a life. Thank you for caring.
Josephine Louise Mesa, 82, passed away Jan. 16. Services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 31 at the Penn Memorial First Baptist Church at 100 Spring St. Mesa was preceded in death by her parents, Quinn Winters and Mabel Inez Murray; a brother, Leroy Winter; and her daughter, Cynthia “Cindy” Barnes. Louise and her husband moved to Eureka Springs in the late 1970s. They operated tourist lodgings in Eureka, including the Elmwood house, which they restored. Later, they opened the Frog Fantasies Gift
Transition Dustin Wendell Troxell, 23, of Berryville, passed away Jan. 11, 2015 in Fayetteville. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Nelson Funeral Service. Born in Houston, Troxell was the son of Troy Garrick Troxell and Lorrie Reynolds. Dustin was preceded in death by his father, Troy Troxell; maternal grandparents, John and Lois Reynolds; and paternal grandparents, Ronald and Margaret Troxell. Troxell enjoyed reading, helping with his niece and nephews and playing x-box.
Shop and Museum at 151 Spring St., another historic building they restored and they also sponsored 11 international Frog Collectors Conventions and often wore frog costumes in local parades. Louise continued to operate the shop into her late 70s. Earlier in her life, she worked for many years as an artist, painter and jewelry maker. She was also an avid gardener. She is survived by her husband, Pat; son, Denton West; grandson, Cory West; and a brother, Robert Winters of Fort Smith.
Dustin Wendell Troxell Passed Jan. 11, 2015
He attended the Antioch Church north of Berryville. Troxell is survived by his mother, Lorrie Reynolds of Berryville; one sister, Brandy Hans of Berryville; two nephews, Keagan Morales and Aiden Pape; one niece, MacKenziew Pape; and a host of friends and loved ones. Memorial donations may be made to the family to help with service expenses at Dustin Troxell Account, c/o Nelson Funeral Service, Inc., P.O. Box 311 Berryville, Ark. 72616. Online condolences may be sent to the family at nelsonfuneral.com.
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ESFD to host annual Midwest First Responder Conference
Eureka Springs Fire and EMS is once again hosting the annual Midwest First Responder Conference. The conference will be Friday, March 20 to Sunday, March 22 at the Eureka Springs Conference Center and is designed for those who serve in any fire and EMS response capacity, especially first responders. The conference events are geared for basic to advanced EMS personnel and firefighters and the events will focus on pediatrics. Pre-conference classes will be Thursday, March 19. Advanced registration
is required for the events and is $25 for all three days. Registration is $35 at the door. T-shirts are $10 in advance and $15 on conference days. Visit http://www.eurekaspringsfire.org/2015-midwest-first-responder-conference.html for more details and to register. Keynote Speaker Dr. Maxson, a pediatric surgeon and the Trauma Medical Director at Arkansas Children’s Hospital is this year’s featured speaker. He also serves as the Trauma Medical Consultant to the Arkansas Department of Health Trauma System and is
a Professor of Surgery for UAMS. Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course This special pre-conference class is geared toward nurses and paramedics interested in sharpening their pediatric skills. The class emphasizes accurate assessment of a child with acute illness or injury. Tools and tips for for providing quality critical care are the hallmark of this class. This is a two day class and has an additional charge. For more information, see the flyer at http://www.eurekaspringsfire. org/uploads/3/0/8/5/3085443/enpc_flyer_ eureka_springs_march_19__20.pdf.
Joplin tornado disaster presentation The Midwest First Responder Conference is pleased to present a two hour presentation on the emergency medical response to the Joplin tornado disaster. Metro Emergency Transport System and Newton County EMS have jointly produced this overview of the preparation, response and recovery as viewed through the eyes of their ambulance crews and supervisors. The Midwest First Responder Conference will offer medical classes geared for all levels of care, firefighting and rescue classes (PPE required).
Brew Pub
Much like New England’s Green Dragon Tavern where the Sons of Liberty met and where revolutionaries planned the Boston Tea Party while kicking back a few cold ones, Hutzell said he wants Eurekans to make the Ale House a gathering place for
change and great conversation. “Revolutions started in places like this,” he said. “We can start with a fluoride revolution right here.” The Ale House is open year-round and features a menu of pub classics like burgers
and fish and chips, sourced largely from local vendors. For more information and hours, visit www.eurekaspringsalehouse.com or https:// www.facebook.com/alehouse, call them at 479-363-6039, or just stop in to check it out
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enough to have an old-time, worn-in vibe, Hutzell said he wants the pub to be a gathering place for good food and conversation.
Restaurant Guide YOUR GUIDE TO THE EATING OUT IN EUREKA SPRINGS AND THE REST OF LOVELY COUNTY Open Thur-Sun at 11:00am Daily Lunch Specials Full Bar We love our locals customers and take good care of them! Thank you for your continued support!
Family Friendly and Great Space for Groups
FINE DINING RESTAURANT & LOUNGE EXTENSIVE WINE LIST FULL BAR
FEATURING Chef David Gilderson THURSDAYS LOCALS NIGHT $14.95 $16.95 Specials
LunchServing 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Thurs., Fri. & Sat. Dinner Nightly Dinner Nightly p.m. pm Seating from 5:005-9 – 9:00 37 N. Main • 479-253-6756 • RESERVATIONS SUGGESTED
Myrtie Mae
It’s Love At First Bite At
Myrtie Mae’s!
75 S. Main St. • 479-363-6574
Once again VOTED “BEST IN EUREKA” “BEST ITALIAN” - Around State *Runner Up “MOST ROMANTIC” - Around State
Arkansas Times 2014 Readers’ Choice Awards
Celebrating Our 20th Year!
Closed For Winter Break Re-Opening Feb. 12th www.mudstreetcafe.com
Casual, comfortable, just like home. No Reservations Required Winter Hours: Fri & Sat 5 - 9 pm Sunday 5 - 8 pm
OUR 23rd YEAR In Eureka Springs Smoke Free • Free Parking 26 White St. on the Upper Historic Loop
479-253-8806
Serving Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Daily Don’t miss our famous Sunday Brunch In Best Western Inn of the Ozarks Hwy. 62 West, Eureka Springs, AR www.MyrtieMaes.com
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People Helping People
Bird of prey
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Best Western Inn of the Ozarks conducted its third annual food drive, “People helping People” for Flint Street Fellowship last November and December. They collected 2,061 cans of food from guests who got a 15% room rate reduction in exchange for three cans of food. Some guests were much more generous and others also helped with food collection making this year’s donation a huge success. Randy Wolfenbarger, Bill Henderson and Wes Taylor delivered the trailer full of food. The boxes shown in the picture are less than half of the delivery. Flint Street is extremely grateful for the hard work of Inn of the Ozarks to accomplish such a donation to help those in need.
Eureka Gras Taste Of
N’Awlins
Sat., Jan 31 1-3 p.m.
David Dempsey / Carroll County News
What appears to be a red-shouldered hawk rests in a tree above Spring Street in Eureka Springs on Saturday.
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Advertising SELLS your Property.
We Change “FOR SALES” to “SOLDS” CALL AL HOOKS - 479-363-6290
Move in ready lake home has been meticulously maintained. 3 bedrooms 2 baths, split floor plan provides privacy for owners & guests. Beautiful wood burning fireplace graces the living/dining area, that opens onto the large back deck w/hot tub. Oversize doors & hallways for easy wheelchair maneuvering. Tons of storage inside & out includes two 2 car garages/workshops and extra lot.
CHERYL COLBERT 479.981.6249
One of Eureka’s fine dining restaurant & lodging located on Spring St. features 4 main dining areas, a bar, 2 kitchens, 3 nitely rental units, mgr quarters, 2 separate outdoor areas, windowed views of Hardy Springs, beautiful structural details throughout! Now is your chance to own a historic building and one of the most successful businesses in Eureka!
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All brick custom home in one of Holiday Islands newest neighborhoods. Sunlight streams onto the gleaming hardwood floors from the oversize windows that afford fabulous views of the surrounding valley. This exceptionally maintained home offers 3 bedrooms & 3 full baths, gorgeous eat-in kitchen with SS appliances, formal dining, screened in back deck & TONS of storage.
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This cleared 3.96 acre property comes with a beautifully maintained 3 bed / 2 bath home, separate garage w/ electric, gas, water, a well house & bonus building. 4th room in home used as office but can be bedroom. Nearby school bus stop, stores, amenities. Minutes to downtown Eureka. Don’t miss this one!
Own a piece of history! Built in 1888 Penn Castle is like no other! With period stained glass & Italian tile, this home features a double parlor with pocket doors, formal dining room, 2nd floor bedroom suite w/ sitting room, fireplace, study. 3rd floor features a bedroom & bonus room. Level yard and lots of details throughout!
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A Wonderful opportunity to own your own office space for your business venture whether it’s in the medical, dental, optical fields, office environment or retail store! The space is light and bright with a nice floor plan. The floor plan can be reconfigured to suit your needs. Located on Hwy 62 provides a easy & convenient location with plenty of parking.
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Fabulously restored 8,528 sq ft historic 2 story landmark building w/basement. Presently home of unique shop on main floor and balconied living quarters upstairs both hosting approximately 3000 sq. feet each. Located in historic downtown on Main St. in the heart of the dining/shopping & entertainment district w/one of Eurekas highest pedestrian & vehicle traffic counts, flanked by parking on 3 sides. This rare totally restored piece of history has amenities galore ... call for details & private showings.
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Beautiful commercial lots located between Planner Hill and downtown Eureka shopping. The heavy foot & road traffic make this an ideal location for a commercial business. POSSIBLE SELLER FINANCE!
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Meticulously constructed & maintained home with attention to detail and quality. This totally custom home offers amenities galore! Spectacular mountain & valley views are offered from your private decks or soaring living room windows. Gourmet kitchen, beautiful balconied library, fantastic work shop and studio, 3.5 car garage, 3.3 private acres and much much more. Call me for a private showing.
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Great commercial space in the center of town. Located in a area of established businesses and highest foot traffic. Presently operating as Delphia Dreams, retail outlets only no F & B. Condo regime fees include water/sewer/ common area & exterior building maintenance. FANTASTIC LOCATION!
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