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honors Highlanders Team won 27 games, reached state tournament Page 9
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Dispatch Desk March 9 12:21 a.m. — A male subject was arrested for domestic assault. 5:16 a.m. — An officer searched a building for a break-in but found nothing out of the ordinary. 8:02 a.m. — An officer located a large cat who was hit by a vehicle and put the animal down. 10:45 a.m. — A female subject turned herself in on a warrant. 11:35 a.m. — A caller reported a male subject lying on the ground at a business but an officer found the subject to be a public works employee working on the water line. 1:35 p.m. — An officer filed a report on fraud. 6:21 p.m. — An officer filed a report on a minor accident. 8:30 p.m. — A caller reported her boyfriend harassing her, later telling officers she would stay somewhere else for the night. 9:08 p.m. — Officers checked a street for a screaming woman but no one heard anything. March 10 8:16 a.m. — An officer responded to an accident where there were no injuries. 8:45 a.m. — A caller requested a welfare check on her friend who was with her violent boyfriend. Officers found the situation calm and no damage in the room. 10:40 a.m. — An officer filed a report on damage to a hotel room.
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12:46 p.m. — An officer searched for but could not locate a reported erratic driver. 1:12 p.m. — Officers assisted the sheriff’s office in finding a stolen ATV. 4:21 p.m. — An officer responded to a car that was located at a lake for an extended period of time and saw the vehicle leaving. 4:44 p.m. — A male subject was arrested on warrant at the local laundromat. 5:50 p.m. — An officer took information from a female regarding a male neighbor. 9:30 p.m. — An officer advised a mother on mental abuse. March 11 1:01 p.m. — Animal control picked up a stray dog and brought it to the police department. 3:21 p.m. — A vehicle that was reported to be illegally parked was gone on an officer’s arrival. 5:27 p.m. — An officer filed a report on a two-vehicle accident. 9:26 p.m. — An officer responded to a car that had been broken into. 9:41 p.m. — An officer determined that no report was needed in an unwanted persons case, as the person had already left the property. 9:49 p.m. — An officer booked a female subject who turned herself in. March 12 8:01 a.m. — A male subject was arrested for violating a protection order. 8:22 a.m. — An officer checked for but did not locate a vehicle driven by a reported intoxicated person. 4:47 p.m. — An officer responded to a two-vehicle accident. 8:17 p.m. — An officer asked an unwanted person to leave an area. March 13 9:24 a.m. — An officer had a vehicle towed. 11:40 p.m. — A male subject was arrested for driving while intoxicated, driving without headlights, failure to use turn signal and driving on a susSee Dispatch, page 17
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Meeting draws supporters of Ordinance 2223 By Alana Cook
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More than 200 people attended last Wednesday’s Keep Eureka Fair town meeting at K.J.’s Caribe Restaurant and Cantina to hear city leaders and local business owners discuss the importance of Eureka’s new anti-discrimination ordinance. Local pastors, Christian supporters, business owners and people who participated in a similar event in Fayetteville last fall filled the packed house as supporters launched a media campaign and the city clerk registered voters for the upcoming May 12 special election where citizens will vote on the issue. In a pre-emptive move to counter state Sen. Bart Hester’s SB 202, which prohibits local governments from enacting their own anti-discrimination laws, the city council unanimously passed Ordinance 2223 with an emergency clause on Feb. 9. The ordinance prohibits busi-
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Mark Wetzel (left) and Lamont Richie share a laugh at last Wednesday’s meeting regarding Eureka Springs’ new anti-discrimination law.
nesses from discriminating against individuals based on their sexual orientation and gender identity.
Repeal 2223 Ordinance 2223 in Eureka Springs, Arkansas
SB 202 was passed by the state Legislature and is set to go into effect later this year. Supporters of Ordinance 2223
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say that is what makes the issue so important. “The unique and important thing is that this is not a local issue,” said Sandy Martin, president of Procomm Eureka and a former member of the Greater Eureka Springs Chamber of Commerce board of directors. “Since we are the only city in the U.S. to have an ordinance like this it sets a precedent to allow us to challenge the constitutionality of 2223. What we are doing here is fighting for civil rights on a national level. That’s why what Eureka is doing has gotten national and international attention.” Mayor Butch Berry spoke about the ordinance at Wednesday’s meeting. “It’s about civil rights and nothing else,” he told the audience. Martin said supporters are launching a media campaign to get people to vote in support of the ordinance. See 2223, page 19
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Shouldn’t we build SOME SORT of qualifiers into a law to prevent abuse of a law? That is why the EEOC takes such pains to qualify and define their civil rights laws. For an example see their extensive laws against and definitions of discrimination in LGBT housing at repeal2223.com. Here is an example: There are gender specific places because there is an expectation that, at some point in restrooms, locker rooms or dressing rooms that there will be nudity and we do not wish to expose ourselves to members of the opposite sex. This ordinance will render your public indecency laws moot. So why is it all that is needed to enter a public place restricted to the opposite sex “I am transgender”? And if I don’t believe you and prevent you from using a restroom because you are of the opposite sex or if I complain that you are exposing yourself you can file a complaint against me and I can be fined. We don’t accept a plea in court PTSD when you committed a crime. Why do we have to prosecute after the damage has been done when we have laws already in place to PREVENT? If you don’t believe it is already happening check our website Repeal2223.com/Information/SafetyWomenAndChildren YOU AREN’T A HATER, YOU JUST WANT A GOOD LAW. THIS IS NOT. REPEAL 2223. VOTE!!!!!!
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City gets new trolley By Cindy Worley
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Eureka Springs Transit has announced the addition of a new trolley to its fleet. The trolley was built by Hometown Trolley of Crandon, Wis., which also built the city’s last two trolleys. While its appearance is similar to the others, this trolley is six feet shorter and is what is called a low floor trolley. This makes stepping into the trolley a little easier for older riders. This trolley also has an ADA-compliant ramp instead of a lift. The ramp is easier to deploy and safer for
riders. “The smaller size makes it perfect of our streets,” the city said in a news release. The trolley cost $195,729. A grant from the Federal Transit Administration paid 80 percent of the cost, and the city paid the remaining 20 percent. The city sold an old trolley last year to raise money for the new trolley. “I am excited about the new trolley that will offer easier accessible all of our passengers especially ones with disabilities,” Mayor Butch Berry said.
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County agrees to help repair storm drain By Scott Loftis
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Carroll County Judge Sam Barr, with the spoken approval of the county’s quorum court, on Monday agreed to have county crews begin working to repair a blocked storm drain underneath a parking lot in downtown Eureka Springs. Eureka Springs Mayor Butch Berry addressed the quorum court, saying the storm drain located underneath the parking lot between the Carroll County Western District Courthouse and the Auditorium in downtown Eureka Springs is almost completely blocked by a large stone. Berry said the drain path that was originally four feet by six feet has been reduced to “approximately 12 inches square.” Berry said that in the event of heavy rains, the water could back up and flood the bottom floor of the courthouse. “We’ve really got an emergency at this point in time,” he said. Originally, Berry said, costs to repair the blocked drain were estimated at a range from $138,000 to as much as $200,000. The lower figure was based on the city and county working together to repair the drain themselves, while the higher number represented the potential cost if the project has to be put out for bid to private contractors. Berry told the quorum court that the city has been awarded a matching grant
from the Federal Emergency Management Agency that will cover half the cost of the project. He asked the county to provide labor and materials to assist with the project. “We’re hoping that if we can get the county to supply material and labor, we can meet the match,” Berry said. The county owns the parking lot and leases it to the city, which collects money from parking fees. “From where I’m sitting, it’s the county’s responsibility,” Justice of the Peace Larry Swofford said. Barr said he would be glad to help, but expressed concerns about the legality of spending money that had been earmarked for roads in the county budget. After Swofford said he would sponsor an ordinance to replenish the county’s roads budget, JP John Howerton made a motion to transfer $30,000 into a line item to assist with the storm drain repair. County Clerk Jamie Correia interjected, saying such a transfer would need to be made via ordinance. Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Devon Goodman, who drafts proposed ordinances, offered to return to her office and prepare one for consideration during Monday night’s meeting, but Barr and the JPs eventually agreed to begin working on the project as soon as possible and will have Goodman draft an ordinance adjusting the budget in time for next month’s meeting.
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Save the Ozarks files new motion in SWEPCO case By Scott Loftis and Alana Cook Lovely County Citizen
Save the Ozarks on Tuesday filed a motion with the Arkansas Public Service Commission in its ongoing battle with the Southwestern Electric Power Co. In its new motion, STO requests permission to submit a ‘surreply’ to SWEPCO’s argument that the commission does not have the authority to award compensation for STO’s legal fees. “This is our last filing on this issue,” STO attorney Mick Harrison of Bloomington, Ind., said Tuesday. “We are replying to SWEPCO’s position that the commission does not have power to award attorney’s fees.” Harrison said the case could have a lasting impact for citizens groups. “It’s important because it will de-
cide for the first time in history if (the APSC) has the authority to award attorney’s fees to a citizens group in one of these cases regarding a Certificate of Environmental Compatibility and Public Need,” Harrison said. “We think it’s an important question.” After nearly two years of debate over SWEPCO’s plan to build a high-voltage power line that would have run through the heart of Carroll County, the utility company abruptly withdrew its application for regulatory approval from the APSC on Dec. 30. SWEPCO said further analysis indicated there was no need for the project, which had been expected to cost between $90 million and $117 million. On Jan. 12, STO responded to SWEPCO’s request to withdraw its application, asking the APSC to instead See SWEPCO, page 19
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Ozark Mountain UFO Conference returns in April By Rachel Brix
The Ozark Mountain UFO Conference, the oldest UFO conference in the United States, will mark its 28th year in Eureka Springs on April 10-12 at the Best Western Inn of the Ozarks Convention Center. Since 1988, when the late Ufologist Lucius O. Farish founded the Ozark UFO Conference, it has been a gathering place for some of the top experts and investigators in the field of UFOs, extraterrestrials, ancient and lost civilizations, crop circles and otherworldly phenomenon. In 2013, after Farish passed away, venerated metaphysical author and researcher Dolores Cannon became director of the conference and renamed it the Ozark Mountain UFO Conference. The 2015 Ozark Mountain UFO Conference will kick off on April 10 with a lecture by veteran Ufologist Peter Davenport, director of the National UFO Reporting Center since 1994, and current member of the Washington State chapter of MUFON (Mutual UFO Network). Also on April 10, Thom Reed will recount his childhood ET/UFO encounters from the 1960s. Several of Thom’s childhood sketches from 1969, depicting what he witnessed firsthand, are displayed at the Roswell UFO Museum in New Mexico, and the Great Barrington Historical Society of Massachusetts will also include Thom’s extraterrestrial encounters in their collection. Psychic Nikki Pattillo, author of “Children of the Stars: Advice for Parents and Star Children” and “A Spiritual Evolution,” will also speak on day one of the Ozark Mountain UFO Conference, giving her lecture titled “Star Children and a New Earth.” Day one of the Ozark Mountain UFO Conference will wrap with a special screening of an engaging and entertaining ET/UFO -hemed film to be announced soon. On April 11, Kewaunee Lapseritis, one of the world’s leading experts researching the Bigfoot/Sasquatch phenomenon, will give his presentation “Overwhelming Evidence for a Bigfoot/UFO Connection.” Barbara Lamb, veteran crop circle researcher and author of “Crop Circles Revealed,” also will speak on April 11 with a lecture titled “Crop Circles: A Worldwide Mystery.” Linda Moulton Howe, recipient of the Lucius Farish Foundation Award for excellence
in UFO research, award-winning TV producer, documentarian, author and Earthfiles.com editor, will return to the Ozark Mountain UFO Conference again this year on day two to give an exclusive never-before-seen presentation. Day two of the conference will also feature a keynote speech by internationally renowned UFO author, investigator, researcher and reporter Richard Dolan, who also hosts the Richard Dolan Show on KGRA Radio, is a frequent guest to Coast-to-Coast AM, and is featured in the new television documentary series, “Hangar One.” Day two of the conference will end with a treat: the famous Ozark Mountain UFO Conference Speaker Dinner, where attendees and speakers mix and mingle, and share information and stories heard nowhere else. On April 12, Melanie Young, a neonatal nurse, will speak about her research into The Starchild Skull, a 900-year-old bone skull found in Mexico in the 1930s that is strangely shaped and exhibits possible qualities of an extraterrestrial origin. Sherry Wilde, author of “The Forgotten Promise,” will return this year as the final speaker at the 2015 Ozark Mountain UFO Conference to further discuss her decades-long encounters with extraterrestrials in the presentation “The Esoteric Life of a Volunteer.” The final day of the conference will also include a tribute to the late Dolores Cannon, who passed away in October 2014 after writing dozens of books based on her nearly 50 years of investigations into UFOs and metaphysics. She obtained information about ETs and UFOs from thousands of past-life regression sessions and developed her own technique of hypnotherapy, Quantum Healing Hypnosis Therapy, which also enabled her to directly communicate with extraterrestrials. Dolores was involved with the Ozark UFO Conference since its inception. The Ozark Mountain UFO Conference will end on the afternoon of April 12 with the annual drawing of door prizes, which include passes to next year’s conference. For more information, visit the conference’s official website at www.ozarkufoconference. com or its Facebook page at www.facebook. com/pages/Ozark-Mountain-UFO-Conference/173434622800994
25th annual Kite Festival on tap at Turpentine Creek Kites were invented in ancient China 2,600 years ago, but you don’t have to go that far out of your way to see them fly! Spring Break will wind up here on Saturday, March 28, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with one of Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge’s most popular events of the year, its 25th annual Kite Festival celebration. “Art With an Altitude,” sponsored by KaleidoKites of Eureka Springs, is a free family event. Attendees can either bring their own kites or buy one at the refuge. The celebration includes vendors, contests and fun activities for parents and children. KaleidoKites’ experts will be on hand to assist children in kite-making and flying techniques. Donations to the refuge are requested in exchange for kite-making assistance. “Our kite festival has always been a very popular event here,” TCWR President and co-founder Tanya Smith said. “We always hope people will come out
for the kites and see the work we do here with endangered big cats and other animals. It’s a great opportunity for fun and education at the same time.” “Making and flying kites is a ‘green’ sport families can share,” said Steve Rogers, KaleidoKites co-owner. “It’s wind-fueled and gets kids out in the fresh air and sunshine away from sedentary activities like TV viewing and video games.” Rogers adds that the event is a great photo opportunity. “There will be world-class kites worth over a thousand dollars flown during the event,” he said. “These kites are works of art, which is only fitting for an artist’s community like Eureka Springs.” This year the festival will include not only a Mini Obstacle Course but also a Rock Climbing Slide. Catering Creations will provide food vending, and visitors can also enjoy an Italian Ice vendor and more.
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Citizen Opinion by Cindy Worley
Do you think Eureka Springs is truly diverse?
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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. people who do not honor the Sabbath, to not re-marry after divorce less they commit adultery, to not allow tattoos or round haircuts, to not associate with Jews, to condone slavery and stoning, and many more outdated restriction, not just from the Old Testament. Wake up all citizens! We do not want any kind You printed an extremely long and inaccurate letter to the editor, “Eureka’s Christians being targeted of discrimination against any Eurekan, lesbian, gay, for persecution and hate” by Randall Christy. I do not straight, transgendered, church-identified, atheist, believe a word he says. I have lived in Eureka a long business or tourist venue. Chief Executive Officer time and I have never heard one lesbian or gay per- of the Great Passion Play Christy forgets about Gerson say any of those things about “Christians,” even ald L.K. Smith who had their statue built. Smith was those “Christians” who do not act with compassion. a proud racist, anti-Semite and right-wing bully. It Nor do I believe anyone has “threatened” a Christian seems Christy wants to continue Smith’s legacy. The sight of happy and sweet lesbian and gay or a Christian business. It is easy to make up “facts,” get the paper to print them, with the addition of their couples should not affect any Christian’s freedom advertising dollars, and expect fearful people to be- of speech, their enjoying our town and spending money in Eureka. Perhaps these so-called “Chrislieve them. I will say one thing about these hypocrites: they tians” should get some mental health help, let go of give Jesus a bad name.They do not act like Jesus nor their nasty and hurtful fear and prejudices, and enjoy do they act in compassion and love. They feed on the freedoms this country promises. This is not inanger, false teachings and disguised hatred against dicative of a “Communist country” as one of your anyone who is not exactly like them. And they de- alarmists said. We citizens should be happy that we are a dimand that government, which should be separate from religion, reflect only their bigotry and specific verse people. Enjoy different colors, lifestyles, ages, beliefs, and relax. We do not need their fascism to religious beliefs. These Big-Otts who want to repeal 2223, which allow this right-wing conspiracy to cause division, will stop discrimination of all kinds, cherry-pick meanness, tension, discrimination and name-calling which verses of the Bible suit their agenda of hate. of those who dare to speak out against bigotry. I fiThey ignore the scriptures that tell women to be si- nally learned that being a “radical” was much betlent in the church, to not eat seafood, to put to death See Forum, page 18
Christy was wrong: Eureka’s Christians not being targeted for hate
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So far, I think so.
Yes I do, you can be yourself.
Yes there are lots of different parts to Eureka.
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Meagan Seubert
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Justine Paton “JP”
Yes, it attracts all I do. I’ve seen a lot kinds of different of different tastes, people. foods and shops. It suits everybody.
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“Avi”
Brook Thompson “Cookie”
Yes I do, there are a lot of transplanted people from different places that brings diversity.
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Coach Brian Rambo lists the accomplishments of the Highlanders boys basketball team over the past two seasons. Rambo was speaking at a meeting of the Eureka Springs School Board on Tuesday. The players, from left, are Jaylyn Stokes-Crite, Lucas Vazquez, Avery Drennon, David Harris, Dalton Kesner and Trevor Lemme.
School board honors Highlanders basketball team By David Frank Dempsey Lovely County Citizen
EUREKA SPRINGS—During a short meeting Tuesday the Eureka Springs School Board recognized the Highlanders boys basketball team for its achievements, and agreed to consider refunding its $12 million-plus school bond to take advantage of changes in interest rates. Coach Brian Rambo said that the team’s 27 wins this season tied for the third-most in the school’s history. The Highlanders were district champions, regional runners-up and conference runners-up with 11 wins and three losses in conference play. They also qualified for the state tournament for only the fifth time in the school’s history. On the advice of Beardsley Public Finance Vice President Danny Lovelady, the school board passed a motion to submit an application for a permit to issue bonds for a $12,275,000 refunding bond Issue. The decision to refund could be made in mid-
April depending on predicted changes in interest rates. According to Lovelady his company’s analysts predict rates to fall from 4.22 percent to around 3.65 percent, which according to Superintendent David Kellogg, would make the refunding a wise choice. The motion passed would authorize Kellogg to accept or reject the best bid in the bond sale while in consultation with fiscal agent Beardsley Public Finance. Kellogg said they know possibly as early as midApril and if the sale goes through it could close after May 1. The bond refunding issue would be at no cost to taxpayers. The school district’s current bond was issued on March 1, 2010 primarily for the building of the new Eureka Springs High School. Its principal amount outstanding is $12,165,000. In other business the board approved the district’s most recent financial reports and discussed the audit report for 20132014.
Mayor Butch Berry signs the Carroll County Bible Reading Marathon proclamation. In back from left to right are Larry Kirk, prayer advisor, Bonnie Roediger, president, Laura Nichols, Celebrate Jesus coordinator; Kirstin Cooper, committee member.
Mayor signs Bible reading marathon proclamation
Mayor Butch Berry of Eureka Springs signed a Carroll County Bible Reading Marathon proclamation last Thursday. The proclamation states that “scripture is essential to prepare us to be the people God wants us to be and to accomplish the purpose for which he created us,” and that “regular Bible reading renews the mind of men, thus transforming the life of the individual which ultimately affects the lives of those in the family, the local community, the state, and the Nation.” The group prayed for the mayor and the city after he signed the proclomation.
“Many groups of readers, four per hour are singing up to be an active participant in the 6th annual event commemorating National Day of Prayer,” Bonnie Roediger. This year’s theme is from 1 Kings 8:28, which says “hear the cry and the prayer that your servant is praying in your presence that day.” Groups are encouraged to call Peggy at 870-726-6037 to set up their time on a firstcome first-set-up available basis. Certificate of completion for each reader will be given at noon during the May 7 closing ceremony.
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St. Patty’s Day Parade
High stepping paraders leap in unison.
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Colleen Royal tosses Mardi Gras beads to hundred of parade watchers in Basin Park.
ABOVE: The city’s new anti-discrimination law found its way into the St. Patty’s Day parade as area church members marched with fairness-for-all signs. AT RIGHT: Paraders make their way down Spring Street.
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A Kaptain of the Krewe of Blarney hands of flower to parade watchers along Spring Street.
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ABOVE: A parade founder makes his way along Spring Street in front of Basin Park. AT LEFT: A sea of green balloons envelops a reveler in the St. Patty’s Day parade.
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Clear Spring School’s high school and middle school teachers, Tony Stephenson and Juanita Crider, were presented with a check for $500 by Loretta Crenshaw, Eureka Springs Carnegie Public Library’s head librarian. Clear Spring students organized, shelved, and sold donated books for the Friends of the Library book sale last Saturday. Proceeds will go into their travel fund for their 2016 Washington D.C. trip.
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Local environmentalists to hold Save Mark Twain National Forest fundraiser
A fundraiser to save the Mark Twain Forest from deforestation will be held from 4 to 8 p.m., Thursday, March 26 at Caribe Restaurant and Cantina. Dale and Sharon Becker of Granny’s Place, are heading up the event and asking people to donate art, merchandise or a gift certificate to be auctioned at Caribe. The Beckers said the fundraiser will help save over 18,000 acres of the forest from deforestation, which includes Butler Hollow and Roaring River. “Seventy-three of the forest will be gone if the plan proceeds,” Dale said. “The planned use of poisons will threaten our wells, the watershed, and local ecosystems. The
burns they plan to implement will occur on part of the land every year for decades to come. We will be living with smoke with no end in sight. This whole project will be devastating to our tourism by spoiling air quality, water quality, as well as our scenic beauty,” he said. “They also plan to open up rotating sections to private logging companies each year.” Donations can be dropped off at Granny’s Place, 75 Spring Street, any day from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. or call 479-253-5032 to arrange for a donation pick-up. In the evenings after 5:30, call Kirsten at 479-363-7209 to arrange for pick-ups.
City plans public hearing on grant funding
A public hearing will be held at 6 p.m. Monday, March 23, at the Eureka Springs City Hall, 44 South Main Street, for the purpose of identifying and prioritizing the needs of the City of Eureka Springs. The city is considering applying to the Arkansas Economic Development Commission (AEDC) for a Community and Economic Development Program Grant. The state of Arkansas receives federal funds that are administered by AEDC and will be made available to cities and counties according to need. The funds may be used for housing rehabilitation, community facilities, or econom-
ic development, but must address one of the objectives as follows: (1) Provide benefit to low and moderate income families; (2) aid in the prevention of slum and blight, or; (3) meet other community needs that pose a serious, immediate threat to the health or welfare of the community where no other funding is available to meet such needs. All residents of Eureka Springs are encouraged to attend the hearing and participate in the community development process. The city will provide technical assistance in developing proposals by groups representing low and moderate-income persons.
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Calendar of Events March 19: Kings River Watershed Partnership Annual Membership Meeting
The Kings River Watershed Partnership will host its annual member meeting at 6 p.m. Thursday, March 19, in the meeting room of the Berryville Community Center. Light refreshments will be served. At the meeting, the eligible members present will vote to fill three positions on the board of directors. Nominations for those positions may be submitted to Nominating Committee KRWP at P.O. Box 961, Berryville, Ark., 72616. All nominations must be received by 5 p.m. Feb. 16.
March 19: Poetluck
Crescent Dragonwagon will speak at Poetluck 6:30 p.m. March 19 at the Writers’ Colony at Dairy Hollow at 515 Spring Street. Dragonwagon will read a few bits from her memoir “If We Make an Exception for You.”
March 19: HAM Radio Meeting
The Little Switzerland Radio Club will meet at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, March 19, at the physician’s building at Mercy Hospital in Berryville. Visit http://Isarc.us or email gmjar@outlook.com for more information.
March 20: Pancake Breakfast
Free and Accepted Masons will host a pancake breakfast from 7 a.m. to noon Friday, March 20, at Ashley Lodge No. 66 at 11 Bunch Springs Road in Berryville. Admission costs $5. Call Joe Mills at 870-423-3582 or 870-480-7924 for more information.
March 21: Celebration of Spring, Youth and Seeds
Vernal Equinox will host a celebration of spring, youth and seeds 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 21, at 268 CR 3027 in Eureka Springs. Bring vegan foods and seeds for planting. Call 479-363-7024 for more information.
March 21: Pancake Breakfast
The Good Shepherd Humane Society will host a pancake breakfast from 7:45 a.m. to
11:30 a.m. Saturday, March 21, at the Berryville United Methodist Church at 400 Eureka Ave. in Berryville. Tickets are $5 for adults and $2 for kids seven and under. All money raised will benefit the humane society.
March 22: Friends of the Barn Potluck
The Friends of the Historic Barn at Holiday Island will host a potluck at 1 p.m. Sunday, March 22. Music will begin at 3 p.m. For more information, contact Dr. John L. Dolce at 479-253-4939.
March 22: Eureka Unitarian Universalist Fellowship Meeting
iliary will hold a luncheon at noon Tuesday, March 24, in the Clubhouse ballroom at 1 County Club Drive in Holiday Island. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. for social time. Cost is $8 and reservations must be made by Friday, March 20 by calling Peggy Arnhart at 479363-6235.
March 24: Ladies of Faith Meeting
March 22: Eureka Springs Opera Guild Meeting
March 28: Playwriting Workshop
The Eureka Springs Metaphysical Society (Metafizzies) will meet at 7 p.m. Monday, March 23 in the reading room of the Christian Science Church at 68 Mountain Street to discuss the Hajj, the pilgrimage to Mecca that all Muslims who are physically and financial able are required to perform.
March 24: Holiday Island Fire Department Auxiliary Luncheon
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March 28: Zombie Tag
The Eureka Springs Zombie Invasion will host the third annual Zombie Tag at Lake Leatherwood on Saturday, March 28. Check-in is at 11 a.m., with the game starting at noon. It costs $10 per player. For more information on the event, visit http://EurekaZombieTag.com.
March 23: Metafizzies Meeting
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The Ladies of Faith will meet at 10 a.m. Tuesday, March 24, at the Gazebo Restaurant at the Best Western Eureka Inn. The speaker will be Beverly Dowland. For more information, contact Margo Pryor at 870-480-3161.
The Eureka Unitarian Universalist Fellowship at 17 Elk Street will meet at 11 a.m. Sunday, March 22. Helga Dietzel will speak about the early years of the women’s movement, the women who lay its groundwork and why its continuation is essential for equality. Refreshments and childcare are provided.
The annual membership meeting of the Eureka Springs Opera Guild is scheduled for 3 p.m. Sunday, March 22, at the Crescent Hotel Conservatory. All are welcome. Memberships are $10 and include a free opera performance on opening night. For more information, call Pamela Jones at 479-2537296.
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Keith Scales will lead an all-day workshop on writing for the stage 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. March 28 at the Village Writing School. Cost of the session is $45. For more information or to register, visit www.villagewritingschool.com or call 479-292-3665.
April 3 and 4: Celebrate Jesus Parade and Concert
The Western Carroll County Ministerial Association will host the celebrate Jesus parade and concert from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, April 3, at the Basin Park Hotel and 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 4. The parade will take place April 4. After the parade, music will resume until 5 p.m. The association is looking for Christian musicians, church choirs, floats, banners and walking groups for the celebration. Call Dale or Laura Nichols at 479-253-8925 or email lardellen@ gmail.com for more information.
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THURSDAY, MARCH 19 • Chelsea’s, 10 Mountain, 479-253-6723: Big Idea, 9:30 p.m. • Grande Taverne, 37 N. Main St., 479253-6756: Jerry Yester, 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. • Grub & Pub Club 169, 169 E. Van Buren, 479-253-7122 : Code Red Karaoke, 8 p.m. • Legends Saloon (Lumberyard), 105 E. Van Buren, 479-253-2500: Starseed, 8 p.m., Ladies Night FRIDAY, MARCH 20 • Cathouse / Pied Piper, 82 Armstrong St., 479-363-9976: The Camptown Ladies, 8 p.m. to midnight • Chelsea’s, 10 Mountain, 479-253-6723: Keith Nicholson Trio, 9:30 p.m. • Eureka Live, 35 N. Main, 479-253-7020: DJ & Dancing, 9 p.m. to close • Grande Taverne, 479-253-6756: Arkansas Red, 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. • Grub & Pub Club 169, 479-253-7122 : Will Steele and the Hardcore Trouba-
dours, 8 p.m. •Henri’s Just One More, 19 1/2 Spring St., 479-253-5795: Juke Box, 9 p.m. • Legends Saloon (Lumberyard): DJ Karaoke with Kara • Rowdy Beaver Den, 45 Spring St., 479363-6444: Tightrope, 9 p.m. • Rowdy Beaver Tavern, 417 W. Van Buren, 479-253-8544: DownDay, 7:00 p.m. SATURDAY, MARCH 21 • Brews, 2 Pine St., 479-244-0878: Melissa Carper with Jerry Jones, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. • Cathouse / Pied Piper: The Whole Fam Damily, 8 p.m. to 12 midnight; • Chelsea’s, 479-253-6723: Mark Shields and Good Company , 9:30 p.m. • Eureka Live, 479-253-7020: DJ and Dancing, 9 p.m. • Grande Taverne, 479-253-6756: Jerry Yester, 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. • Grub & Pub Club 169: Jesse Dean, 8 p.m.
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• Rowdy Beaver Den: Tightrope, noon to 4 p.m.; Tightrope, 9 p.m. • Rowdy Beaver Tavern: Rideshy, 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. • The Aud, 36 S. Main St., 479-253-7788: The Vagina Monologues, 7 p.m. (Call 479-363-9402 for more info) SUNDAY, MARCH 22 • Chelsea’s, 479-253-6723: Nathan Kalish, 7:30 p.m. • Eureka Live: DJ, Dancing and Karaoke, 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. • Legends Saloon (Lumberyard): Texas Holdem, 7 p.m. • Ozark Mountain Taproom, 479-2446922: Cards against Humanity/Board Games, Beer specials., 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. • Rowdy Beaver Den: Jesse Dean, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. • Rowdy Beaver Tavern: Game Day with free pool MONDAY, MARCH 23 • Chelsea’s: Springbilly, 9:30 p.m. • Grub & Pub Club 169, 479-253-7122 : Pool Tournament, 7 p.m. TUESDAY, MARCH 24 • Chelsea’s: Open Mic, 9:30 p.m. • Grub & Pub Club 169, 479-253-7122: Jukebox Jam; Dollar Tacos • Legends Saloon (Lumberyard): Pool Tournament, 7 p.m. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 25 • Grub & Pub Club 169: Open Mic, 8 p.m. • Legends Saloon (Lumberyard): GG Unleashed, 7 p.m.
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re you ready? The jonquils Jim Fain and daffodils are in full bloom the trees are getting ready to burst forth. Evenings are longer and warm enough to enjoy while the days are still a little chilly. Must be close to springtime and sneezes, itchy eyes and nose. The green cloud of pollen we get every year is close to happening. Now is the time to start using pycnogenol to help reduce allergies across the board. This product taken regularly (1 cap/day) helps your immune system moderate its response. It remains pointedly effective at struggling with colds, infections and nasty things that cause us trouble but reduces the immune battle with allergens that will soon be floating through the air as a green cloud of pollen. Pycnogenol helps the immune system call out the full power of the armed forces for big nasties but only calls out the local cop for pollen, etc. It takes a little time for our bodies to adjust, so start using pycnogenol sooner than later and keep using it through the worst of the pollen. Quercetin, as a safe antihistamine, and a Neti pot nasal rinse are very beneficial for Springtime allergies as well. New science has shown Quercetin to not only reduce allergic reactions but to also help lower blood pressure if it is elevated and reduce gout. So unlike some synthetic over-the-counter allergy products, Quercetin is exceptionally safe with no drowsiness. Add an aromatic eucalyptus or peppermint and symptoms are much less troublesome. Annoying bugs will not be far behind the blooming greenery. Now what about that chigger or tick? Likely, since we had such a mild winter the ticks and chiggers will be out in force this year. The best way to deal with the bites is to avoid them. But, that can be difficult if you step off the pavement or have a dog or cat that goes outside. I like a natural repellant to spray on my neck, arms, waste and ankles. I find it keeps all sorts of flying biters, chiggers and ticks at bay. It is so safe, that it can be used on dogs, cats and children.
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Wisecrack Zodiac ARIES: Feeling oppressed? You’re not into rainbows, so maybe you’re more 50 Shades of Grey. Next time you’re being held down by the man, ask for a spanking while he’s there. Your freak flag may fly in a whole new direction. TAURUS: Spread your wings on Monday, because you’re ready to fly. Remember, it’s the wings, not the thighs; that path leads you into a bucket of trouble instead of the wild blue sky. GEMINI: Something’s gone horribly, unbelievably right in your life, and now you’re twitchier than an espresso taster. Relax, put away those paranoid binoculars and slip on the rose-colored glasses. CANCER: Something is not what it seems at your Sunday picnic, but that’s okay. You’re getting plenty of fiber but if you have a few berries with that twig, you may become a full-time vegetarian. LEO: The next few days will be easy for you, because each of your problems has its moniker tattooed on its rear end, allowing you to kick butt and take names in one easy step. VIRGO: You’ve been contemplating a big decision. The answer is yes, you can pull off a belly ring at your age, as long as no one ever sees it. Do it for yourself, and let it be the weird quirk that freaks out your next drunken hookup. LIBRA: No one expects you to be perfect, but they do want you to give it the old college try. If you can’t swing that, at least go for the kindergarten try so you’ll get a cookie after you fail. SCORPIO: Normal is just a setting on the dryer, and if you stay in there too long, your personality shrinks until it gives your brain a wedgie. Go ahead and flap in the breeze; your open mind is just the right fit. SAGITTARIUS: A dark cloud
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looms on your horizon. Set up an umbrella over your breakfast table and it won’t get the chance to pee in your Post Toasties, although it still may leave some puddles on your carpet. CAPRICORN: Each day is a blessing and each trouble is a present. With any luck, you won’t be blessed with any more gifts on Friday. If you are, demand to see karma’s customer service manager. AQUARIUS: You could tackle
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that thorny problem head on, but it’s easier if you sneak up on it and just goose it so it runs toward someone else. Let them deal with a snorting and mad dilemma with sharp hooves. PISCES: Things may not be coming up roses, but they’re coming up dandelions, which is almost as good. Roses are pretty, but they make terrible wine. Answers on page 17
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Announcements EUREKA SPRINGS FARMERS MARKET The warm weather is great for your local farmers! We've been planting vegetables for you to enjoy. Come see us Thursday, 9am-Noon at Pine Mountain Village for current crops from the greenhouses, fresh baked artisan breads, jellies, and more! NEW GIFT WEBSITE Gifts for any and all occasions. bearyville-friends.net SELL YOUR STUFF Eureka West Antiques. Weekly Outdoor Trade Days Market coming this SpringVendor Space. For more info, call Lee 479-253-4284 or 405-314-8607 VAGINA MONOLOGUES SAT, March 21st 7PM@TheAud - Tickets at Eureka Market 479-253-8136, Crystal Waters 479-253-0222, BREWS 479-244-0878 or online: tinyurl.com/VM2015Eureka WORKSHOP MAKING DUMMIES Everything provided. Check eBay, type in: WOW Custom life-size Dummy. Interested, call Dee 479-253-8264
Help Wanted BAVARIAN INN HOTEL Full-Time Front Desk Receptionist needed. Apply in person at 325 W. Van Buren. CABIN RESORT IN the Beaver Lake/Mundell area of Eureka Springs is seeking a few good housekeepers. Must be dependable, have reliable transportation, able to work with a flexible schedule, including weekends and various duties. Cell phone a plus. Good starting pay. Hours dependent upon occupancy. Please call 479-244-7603 to set up a time to apply and interview. HOUSEKEEPER: CABINS IN EUREKA Must have transportation/cell phone. Weekends all year round. $12/hr plus tips/bonus. 479-253-5549 NOW HIRING ALL Positions: bartenders, servers, cooks and prep cooks. Please apply in person at 2039C E. Van Buren or at info@rockinpigsaloon.com NOW HIRING FULL-TIME/PART-TIME Reliable, friendly, with basic computer skills. Retail experience required, will train. Apply in person, Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, 5 Spring St. PALACE HOTEL AND BATH HOUSE is accepting applications for part-time Front Desk and Receptionist/Attendant. Weekends a must. Please apply in person at 135 Spring St. PARTS UNKNOWN, Eureka Spring's 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
Classifieds Help Wanted Dish Network Satellite Technician $2500 Retention Bonus Available CJ’s Professional Satellites, Inc. is seeking career minded, self-motivated individuals looking to develop their own small business and take the next step from a job to a career in the satellite service industry. Revenue opportunities of up to $95 for base installation services and $47.50 for SC/TC services, with annual revenue opportunities of up to $70,000+/year for Preferred Partners. If you excel in this industry and have risen as far as you can go in your current situation, you owe it to yourself to explore this opportunity. Call today for details on how you can go from a job to a career, and start a small business with persistent revenue and growth potential. Restrictions apply. Call for details. Call 855-296-2914.
PART-TIME HOUSEKEEPING POSITION (20/Hrs a week) at one of Eureka's best B&B's. Duties include cleaning rooms and light yard work. Must have transportation/phone and be able to work weekends. $10-$11/hr depending upon experience. $100 bonus given at end of November. Please call 479-981-3685 to set up an interview. SALES CLERK NEEDED for Clothing Shop. Parttime/Full-time. Good Pay. Apply at 56 Spring St., Eureka Springs
Land for Sale FIVE ACRE PARCELS Beautiful views, close to Eureka Springs. Prices starting at $23,500 per 5 acre parcel. Restrictions. 870-423-8107
Real Estate for Sale 36'X60' RED IRON BUILDING. Insulated, 2 roll-up doors, CH/A, office w/bath, water/septic system. On 8 acres(MOL) with views. 2 miles to E.S. $89,000. 870-423-8107 TWO STORY HOME Downtown. Private or rental. Historic building with detached shop/garage. Well maintained property. Terraced garden spot. $135,000 479-253-4963
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. ASK ME ABOUT FENCING! New fencing and repairs. Call 870-480-3884. BENTON CORCELLI CONSTRUCTION No job too big or too small. Landscaping, maintenance, building, painting. 847-274-7814
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CHIMNEY WORKS - Complete chimney services: sweeps, repairs, relining, and installation. Call Bob Messer. 479-253-2284
SIMPLICITY COUNSELING- Established & Effective: Improving the health of your friends and neighbors in this community in a relaxed respectful atmosphere since 2010. Depression, Anxiety, SelfWorth, Trauma, Grief, Adjustment & Relationships. Call for professional licensed service 479-244-5181 ''It's your time.''
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 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 TREE WORK - Skilled tree care: trimming, deadwooding and removals. Conscientious, professional arborist and sawmiller, Bob Messer 479-253-2284 COUNSELING. HAVE LOVED ones been encouraging you to find someone to "talk" to? Please call and make an appointment for counseling with me in Holiday Island. I am an experienced therapist and offer confidential, supportive, and professional help. Ann Helmer, ACSW, LCSW, 479-363-6118 or annhelmer@cox.com 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. 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
THE CLEAN TEAM Housecleaning and Janitorial. Bonded and reliable. Many references. Free estimates. 20 years experience. Call 417-655-0694 or 417-597-5171
For Rent 1BR/1BA APARTMENT in Historic District, with balcony and off street parking. $575/mo 1st/last/deposit. Includes water, gas and wi-fi. Sorry, no dogs or smoking. Owner occupied building. 479-244-9155 1BR FURNISHED UNIT W/full kitchen. Extended stays, water and sewer included. 1-2 people. Porch and yard. $125/wk. 6965 Hwy 62, Eureka Springs. 417-561-5360 BEAUTIFUL 2BR/2BA HOUSE Great Location. 13 Hayes Ave. CH/A, W/D, fireplace, sunken living room, deck. 479-253-3136 H.I. DUPLEX. Available now. Large 1BR with yard. All appliances, deck, fireplace, clean, quiet! $450/mo. +deposit. 479-253-1732. HOLIDAY ISLAND. ONE Bedroom apartment, unfurnished. Utilities, cable included. No smoking inside. No pets. References. $525 for single. F/L/S. 479-981-2979 HOLIDAY ISLAND VERY Nice 2BR/1BA condo in quiet 4 plex with wooded views. Spacious unit with FP, W/D in unit. $570 includes water/trash. Available 4/1. See details at http://fayar.craigslist.org/apa/4906795389.html Call or text 479-981-0758, 763-244-7707 ROOMY 1BR APARTMENT Close to town. Appliances, trash and water included. Pet okay w/deposit. No smoking. $450/mo + $450/deposit 870-421-6340 SMALL EFFICIENCY APARTMENT Great for one person. $325/mo, all bills paid. 1st/last/security. Call 479-253-6283 or 479-253-6959
MIKE'S GUIDE SERVICE On Beaver Tail Waters. Fly Fishing w/ Waders. Beginner or Experienced. (Same Rate/Kayak, Canoe, or on Foot) Call for availability and reasonable rates! (443) 995-5700 or toll free (877) 296-4600
SPACIOUS 1BR APARTMENTS Remodeled, limited availability Apr. 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
NEED HELP? CALL BILLY! Carpentry, Painting, Power Washing, Gutter cleaning, Yard clean-ups, Haul-offs, etc. 734-624-9006 (lives in E.S.)
STUDIO APARTMENT. Kitchen, Large bathroom. Private fenced yard. Near Hart's and downtown. Quiet neighborhood by woods. $425/mo. 1st/Last/Dep. 970-404-5199.
Q&R OUTDOOR SERVICES Hauling, mowing, painting, pressure washing, staining, tree removal. Call John 479-244-0338
UPTOWN EUREKA 1BR/1BA house w/large porch near downtown. CH, W/D. $575/mo. First, Last & Deposit. Available now. 479-981-9296
stacked washer/dryer, antiques & collectibles, leather loveseat sofa, electric lift chair, dining table/chairs, hutch, twin bed mattress/box springs, full size headboard with dresser/chest, costume jewelry, handicapped equipment, tool/dye set, Much More!
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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.
OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY....NOON-5 PM FOR SALE BY OWNER SPECTACULAR MOUNTAIN VIEW 3 Bed, 2.5 Bath Pool, Clubhouse, Art Ctr Contemporary Home 2100 SF Two Master Suites Granite & Stainless Kitchen Two Car Attached Garage 3 Season Porch Outstanding primary or second home. 53 Arapahoe Drive Eureka Springs, AR 72631 PIX@ZILLOW FSBO 72631 53-arapahoe 815-455-5504 Local #
DOWNTOWN COMMERCIAL: 814 sq.ft., private bath, outside deck; 1125 sq.ft., shared bath, 2 large rooms,12' ceilings. Call 479-253-6326. RETAIL SPACE FOR LEASE Downtown Eureka 1,000+ sq.ft. Full bath and kitchen providing live-in potential. Water included. First/last/deposit. 479-253-1608
Misc. for Sale OVATION CK 047 CELEBRITY Cutaway Acoustic/Electric. Koa top, mahogany neck, SKB hard shell case. New strings and setup. Excellent condition. $285.00 985-290-0490 (HI)
Wanted WONDERLAND ANTIQUES BUYS/SELLS antiques, primitives, unique vintage items. Open 10a.m.-5p.m. Closed Tuesday/Wednesday. Hwy. 62 East of Eureka 3 miles. 479-253-6900
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ESTATE SALE BY HILL, Friday & SaturdayMarch 27-28, 8am-3pm, 3 Dog Wood Ridge, Eureka Springs. Side-by-side refrigerator, gas stove, stacked washer/dryer, antiques & collectibles, leather loveseat sofa, electric lift chair, dining table/chairs, hutch, twin bed mattress/box springs, full size headboard with dresser/chest, costume jewelry, handicapped equipment, tool/dye set, Much More!
Pet of the Week
This week’s pet of the week is Francoise, a small, shorthaired black and white one-year-old cat. Francoise loves to climb, likes being petted and is very sweet-natured. He has his shots and is neutered and is waiting to be adopted at Good Shepherd Humane Society at Hwy. 62 East. GSHS is open from noon to 5 p.m. every day but Wednesday. Shelter newcomers include Lab and Boxer mix puppies and a female Chihuahua. During March, all adult dogs and cats are half off the usual adoption fee. Call 479-253-9188 for more information.
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11:58 p.m. — A female subject was arrested for driving while intoxicated and speeding. March 15 2:25 a.m. — An officer searched for but did not locate a reported erratic driver. 8:59 a.m. — An officer filed a report on an unattended death. 11:10 a.m. — An officer advised two drivers of a noise complaint. 1:33 p.m. — An officer agreed to keep watch for skateboarders in the streets. 2:03 p.m. — An officer filed a report on theft. 5:20 p.m. — An officer responded to a report of a classroom door being open and found a teacher in the building. 6:00 p.m. — A male subject was arrested for failure to pay. 8:22 p.m. — An officer helped a caller get into a building.
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pended license. March 14 1:38 a.m. — A male subject was arrested for driving while intoxicated and driving left of center. 12:41 p.m. — An officer fixed a change machine. 1:12 p.m. — An officer checked for loud music and found the music wasn’t too loud. 3:19 p.m. — An officer filed a report on a two-vehicle accident. 4:02 p.m. — An officer responded to a burglary alarm. 5:00 p.m. — An officer responded to a report of people outside a business with open containers but they were gone on arrival. 6:36 p.m. — Officers helped return a large sum of lost money to its owner.
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John Wesley Maxedon
Oct. 11, 1941 – March 12, 2015
John Wesley Maxedon, a resident of Holiday Island was born Oct. 11, 1941 in Detroit, Mich., a son of John Wesley Sr. and Helen (Carlson) Maxedon. He departed this life Thursday, March 12, 2015 in Fayetteville. He was 73. John was preceded in death by his parents, John and Helen Maxedon and one brother, Gary Maxedon. On Jan. 1, 1988, John married Madonna (Lange) Maxedon who survives him. He is also survived by three children; Brad Maxedon and wife Sam of Pea Ridge; John Hamilton and wife Shalla of Beaver; and Wendy and husband Chris Tupy of Streamwood, Ill.; four grandchildren; and a host of other family and friends. John worked as an educational trainer for Allstate Insurance Company. He was a member of the Elks Lodge in Holiday Island and the Theatre Guild of Holiday Island. He enjoyed fishing, gardening, and was a great family man. A celebration of life service will be from 1 to 5 p.m. this Sunday at 15 Elm Lane. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Nelson Funeral Service. Memorial donations may be made to the Elks Lodge of Holiday Is-
land, 4 Parkhill Drive, Holiday Island, Ark. 72631 or to the Theatre Guild of Holiday Island, c/o Colleen Shogren, 55 Cypress Point, Holiday Island, Ark. 72631. Online condolences may be sent to the family at nelsonfuneral.com.
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ter and more honest than being a wishywashy, self-centered hypocrite. “Radical” from “radix” means going to the root of the problem. The root of the problem in Eureka is the arrogance of some who want to force others to deny what they are proud of. We lesbian and gays (for only one group that would be discriminated against) are taxpayers, good citizens, sweet people, honest workers, happy lovers, spiritual, kind and compassionate. I can’t say the same about Big-Otts. T.A. LAUGHLIN
Ordinance 2223 discriminates against churches In another local paper, I wrote about the discriminatory term “non-secular” which
Ordinance 2223 uses to describe clergy, priests, pastors, ministers, preachers, and religious professionals in a religious or denominational institution, i.e. a church. But allow me to speak clearly—the issue is far larger than merely an objection to a title. When the City of Eureka Springs created out of thin air the odious title of “non-secular” for religious employees of churches, it also created by logical necessity the equally odious title of secular employees of churches. So the City of Eureka Springs has decided without any authority whatsoever that churches have two types of paid personnel: non-secular employees and secular employees. The right of the city to make such an over-arching pronouncement regarding churches is not addressed, is totally without foundation, and is probably unconstitutional. (You have heard of Separation of Church and State, have you not?) It is certain that “non-secular religious
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The city of Eureka Springs is stipulating to the church that it cannot discriminate on the basis of any persons “real or perceived race, ethnicity, national origin, age (if 18 years of age) or older, gender, gender identity, gender expression, familial status, marital status, socioeconomic background, religion, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status” for any “secular employee” that it hires to do work in the church or any church ministry. In other words, any person at any time can file a complaint for discrimination for any reason against a church for who they hire as a church secretary, a school teacher, or any other paid position. A church cannot discriminate on the basis of religion, sexual orientation, or gender identity “whether or not that identity is or is perceived to be different from that traditionally associated with the sex assigned to that individual at birth.” Don’t let anyone tell you that churches are exempt because they are not. The ordinance specifically specifies that “non-secular positions” are exempt, thus leaving the gate wide open for any sort of complaint, suit, fine, or misdemeanor criminal penalty to be brought against a church for any paid position other than the “non-secular” ones of priest or pastor. The mayor has said that he will never do such a thing. Pray tell, what about the next mayor? If the ordinance allows the action, there will always be someone foolish enough to press the case. The text of the ordinance, not opinions about it, is the only thing that matters in a court of law. Read the ordinance. Then vote to repeal it on May 12. PHILIP WILSON, PASTOR First Christian Church
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“Christians, Let’s take back this city?” I am a Christian, have been since birth, baptized, confirmed and everything. And, I wondered, where are you proposing to take this city back to? Back to before women had the right to vote? Back to when blacks had a separate school and See Forum, page 19
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Village Writing School to teach weekly classes The Village Writing School will be teaching its core program: Everything You Need to Write a Beautiful Story on Monday nights from 6 – 8 p.m. beginning April 13. The program will cover all aspects of writing either memoir or fiction and will include how to begin the story, develop character, evoke setting, write dialogue, set up dramatic events, and end the story successfully. For both beginning and established writers. Cost for the 15week program is $199 and some scholarships are available. The first night will
be offered as a free intro to introduce the program. The classes will be taught by Mackenzie Doss, who holds an MFA from the University of Edinburgh and teaches this program in Rogers as well as the Village Writing School’s creative writing program at Clear Spring School in Eureka. The classes will be held at the Village Writing School at 177 Huntsville Road in Eureka Springs. For more information visit VillageWritingSchool.com or phone 479 292-3665.
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peacefully marching for the right to vote. Because of what happened there, The National Voting Act was passed. I spent the weekend with nearly 100,000 people. We were crowded into the street to hear the President and other dignitaries on Saturday. We crossed the Bridge on Sunday, which was very crowded. No one had an unkind word, no one pushed or shoved. It was an extraordinary experience. A woman was being interviewed by the press, who commented on how peaceful and polite people were. The woman said, “We are the people who followed the teachings of Martin Luther King, of love, unity and equal rights.” MLK was murdered for his beliefs in non-violence. Like Christ, he preached acceptance, not just tolerance, and to “love they neighbor as thyself.” He was murdered. Sadly we are in a worldwide battle of judgments, and Eureka is a microcosm of this division. I heard a new quote, “Do you want to be right or be kind?” MARY JO ROSE
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drinking fountains? I think both of those events happened in Eureka Springs. But, have we ever not had artists, loving, creative people both gay and straight in our beautiful town? Randall, I know you are newcomer and might not know much Eureka history, but I think they were formed with the town, so, we can’t take back the town to before that point. Furthermore, as a Christian, there is the great commandment “Love Your Neighbor As Yourself.” I think we do that just fine. Furthermore, I don’t think the word “discrimination” ever has meant “love” in this town or anywhere else. CHRISTI WAGNER
Do you want to be right or kind? I had the privilege to go to Selma Alabama for the 50th Anniversary of Bloody Sunday, where people were beaten for
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rule the application denied, declare STO the prevailing party in the case and order SWEPCO to reimburse STO for its attorneys’ fees and other legal expenses incurred during the dispute. Eight days later, SWEPCO, Southwest
Power Pool and the Arkansas Electric Cooperative Corp. filed a joint reply, citing a 1999 court ruling that they say establishes that the APSC has no authority to award legal fees. STO’s filing on Tuesday also includes a draft surreply as well as a supporting affidavit by Dr. Hyde M. Merrill, a nationally known transmission planning expert.
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“We have been talking to the ACLU and HRC (Human Rights Campaign),” she said. Just a week before the town meeting, a group that strongly opposes Ordinance 2223 met at First Christian Church to form the Eureka Springs Christian Alliance. The goal of the alliance is to “take back the city” and the chamber of commerce. Martin said Wednesday’s meeting focused on the message that discrimination is wrong and that Eureka Springs has and will always be a city that welcomes everyone. “We did not have a question-and-answer session because we wanted to focus on what the campaign was about and clarify what was on the ordinance and get that message out,” Martin said. “We didn’t want anything else that would be a distraction so talking about the chamber was off limits.” Since the ordinance was passed, and the fight to repeal it commenced, the city has been embroiled in a battle that caused fallout within the chamber and led to the ousting of chamber president Mike Bishop and the resignation of several chamber members, some of which belong to the LGBT community. Martin, who resigned from the chamber board in the midst of the controversy, said the division in Eureka Springs echoes a fight for equality that is occurring throughout the nation. “Butch, Lamont (Richie, president of the Eureka Springs Gay Business
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Guild) and I wanted to stress it’s not a gay issue but a civil rights equality issue. Discrimination is not accepted,” she said. Richie, who also serves on the Carroll County Quorum Court, talked about the specifics of the law at Wednesday’s meeting and said it does not interfere with but protects religious organizations. “The mayor’s role is not different. The only difference is the category to be protected,” Richie said. Local Christians who attended the meeting expressed support for the new law. “Every single morning when the Twice Born store opens, we are fully aware that we share this town with the LGBT community,” Twice Born shop owner Jayme Brandt told the crowd. “Our doors are open and we hope you will enter them. Not so that we can ambush you with scripture about your sin, but so that you can have a place in town associated with Jesus, a place where you are wanted. “This issue of how to walk in the tension of being a Christian in a world of people who think differently and live alternately than I do both spiritually and politically. I want to tell you that is an honor to stand up against injustice with you, to stand up against fear for you and to stand beside you and call you friends so that I can encourage you and remind you that your stand in this situation is righteous and brave,” Brandt told the crowd. Martin said the next step will be for supporters to get out and vote in the special election.
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