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Halloween: Return to White Street Page 3 n Bonejour Gala n Food drive for Thanksgiving baskets benefits GSHS
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DISPATCH Desk Oct. 30 1:15 p.m. — A male subject turned himself in on an outstanding Carroll County warrant. He posted a professional bond on the Carroll County warrant but was held on outstanding Missouri felony warrants. Oct. 31 7:24 a.m. — Officers responded to a hitand-run accident. The suspect was located by the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office. Officers completed an accident report. 7:27 p.m. — Carroll County Sheriff’s Office notified Eureka Springs Police Department of a possible intoxicated driver. CCSO said the vehicle was a green van reported to be in the area of White and Elk streets. Officers responded, and a male subject was arrested for driving while intoxicated and possession of a controlled substance. 9:00 p.m. — An officer responded to Kansas Street to check the condition of the building. No damage was found. Nov. 1 8:49 p.m. — An officer responded to a noise complaint on Deer Lane. Nov. 2 12:19 p.m. — A caller advised of a dump truck stalled in the traffic lane. An officer responded for traffic control until the roadway was cleared with the assistance of another dump truck that helped push the disabled truck off the road. 5:16 p.m. — An officer responded to the
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area of Highway 23 North and the train station for a welfare check on a male subject walking along the roadway. 8:01 p.m. — An officer responded to an alarm at an area business. All was secure. 10:10 p.m. — An officer responded to a noise complaint on Echols Street. The subjects were advised to keep it down. Nov. 3 7:10 a.m. — An officer initiated a traffic stop for a violation and determined the driver had a suspended license. The subject was released on a citation, and the vehicle was towed. 8:00 a.m. — An officer responded to the Washington County Sheriff’s Office in reference to transporting a prisoner. A male subject was transported to Eureka Springs and booked in. 1:52 p.m. — Officers made a traffic stop in the area of the elementary school, and a subject was arrested for driving on a suspended license. Nov. 4 12:14 a.m. — An officer responded to an area motel in reference to a reported disturbance between two males. 1:31 a.m. — An officer responded to an area motel in reference to ongoing issues with the reported disturbance. 2:24 a.m. — An officer responded downtown for a noise complaint. 3:58 a.m. — An officer responded to the See Dispatch, page 21
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A Halloween to remember Children come from near and far to trick-or-treat on White Street By Samantha Jones Citizen.Editor.Eureka@gmail.com
Hundreds of little superheroes, ghouls and witches pounded the pavement on White Street Tuesday, Oct. 31, celebrating Halloween and earning candy in the process. The street was crowded for hours with trick-or-treaters, something White Street resident Mark Hughes said he’s come to expect over the years. “Historically, White Street has always been the place where people take their kids,” Hughes said. “It’s flat, it’s easy, it’s still a real neighborhood … there’s very few businesses up here. I think it’s the place to be on Halloween.” Raven Leggett and Scott Rodier agreed. The best part of Halloween on White Street, Leggett said, is getting to interact with everyone in costume. “You kind of know everybody, but during Halloween, you don’t know anyone,” Leggett said. “I like it, because no one is shy to take pictures with you. No one is shy to talk with you.” Seeing so many people dressed up, Rodier said, is inspiring. “I just love the creative costumes you see here … some of the most I’ve seen anywhere,” Rodier said. “There’s so many legitimately cool unique costumes, and growing up on White Street, it means a lot to me.” Carol and Larry Williamson said they come to White Street on Halloween for that very reason. In many places, Larry Williamson said, you’ll see a lot of store-bought costumes. “Here, people make their own. That’s the beauty of the art community we have here in Eureka Springs,” he said. “This wasn’t what Halloween was like where I grew up. It’s better.” “I agree 100 percent,” Carol Williamson said. “This is more fun than almost any other place I’ve been on Halloween.” Alece Carrigan remembered when she first brought her grandson to White
Street on Halloween 10 years ago, saying she knew she had found something special. “I thought, ‘I’m Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz who feels like I’m not in Kansas anymore,’ ” Carrigan said. “The kids are fabulous. The adults are fabulous. We all need this.” “It’s magical,” Scott Thompson said. “It’s just magical, and it’s so cool to see everyone come out, put all their energy into this and have a good time.” Keely Smith, 8, and Tener Schabacker, 9, had the same thing to say about Halloween on White Street. “It’s awesome!” they said. Smith dressed as Bloody Mary, and Schabacker donned a Scooby-Doo costume. Why did they choose those costumes? “I just like blood and gory stuff,” Smith said. “I have a baby brother,” Schabacker said. “He’s Scrappy-Doo.” Zeek Taylor, who has lived on White Street for 30 years, said he has always had a large number of trick-or-treaters. When he first moved to Eureka Springs, Taylor said, he handed out candy to more than 500 children on Halloween. “It really has grown,” Taylor said. “When people move into an area on the street, they don’t believe that many trick-or-treaters are going to show up at their door. A lot of the time they run out of candy the first year.” Over time, Taylor said, he’s learned how much candy to have on hand. He described what he gives out to trickor-treaters, saying he puts together individual bags of candy and other treats. This year, Taylor said, he had 1,200 bags ready on Halloween. If he runs out of bags, Taylor said, he keeps a bag of loose candy to hand out. “People still feel like their kids are safe trick-or-treating here,” Taylor said. “The houses are close to one another, See Halloween, page 11
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No family should go hungry on Thanksgiving. That’s what Eureka Springs High School’s Future Business Leaders of America believe, and they’re doing something about it. The local FBLA chapter is hosting a food drive to provide 30 Thanksgiving dinner baskets for families in need. Sherry Sullivan, FBLA adviser, said there’s a contest at the high school to ensure those baskets are full. The advisory class that brings the most non-perishable items, senior Natalie Royal said, will have a pizza party courtesy of FBLA. Along with the non-perishable items, Sullivan said, the students are purchasing gift cards for perishable items and have received several gift cards from the community. Some of these gift cards will go toward a turkey, Sullivan said, but it’s just as important to have perishable items. “When I first started this, we couldn’t give as much perishable goods as I wanted to,” Sullivan said. “It was hard to keep butter in my room and milk and eggs. We figured with a lot of this stuff we give them … you know they need other things like milk for the day.” Fortunately, Sullivan said, the community is generous. She said the students have received more donations than she can count, including a donation drop-off at Harts Family Center. All the items donated at Harts, Sullivan said, will be included in the Thanksgiving baskets.
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“The community is very, very helpful. I have several businesses that give us gift cards,” Sullivan said. “People personally will give us gift cards.” Sullivan credited her students with getting the baskets together, saying they raise money all year to be able to fill the baskets. The students use that money to buy Thanksgiving dinner staples, like canned corn, canned green beans, canned peas, cornbread mix, pie crust, canned evaporated milk, pumpkin pie mix, box cakes, canned cake icing, applesauce, canned fruit, box stuffing, boxed instant potatoes, canned soup, canned cranberries, canned gravy, cereal and canned sweet potatoes. “The students give quite a bit of money, and they raise money,” Sullivan said. Sullivan remembered when FBLA started the Thanksgiving basket fundraiser years ago. The reason she encouraged her students to help families, Sullivan said, is because she saw how many families are in need in Eureka Springs. “I always wanted to do something for the community. There are a lot of people that need help in town, more than people in the town know about,” Sullivan said. The families pick up the baskets at the high school, Sullivan said, and her students deliver them at the door. “That means a lot to them, because they’re seeing how people react to a gift being given to them,” Sullivan said. “I’ve had people say, ‘How do I put this on my car seat so I can give you your basket back?’ and we have to let them know they get that
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Community supports Good Shepherd at Bonejour Gala By Samantha Jones Citizen.Editor.Eureka@gmail.com
Carroll County residents certainly threw Good Shepherd Humane Society a bone on Tuesday night. Good Shepherd welcomed the community at the Bonejour Gala, an event that took up the entire first floor of the Crescent Hotel. The event featured a boutique, live auction, hors d’oeuvres, desserts and a chance to catch up with two of the shelter’s dogs. Shelter manager Sandra Mittler said she was happy to be at the event. “It’s kind of hard to tell how many people are here because the venue’s so large,” Mittler said. “It’s looking good. We’re really happy to be at the Crescent. We’re having good times, and we’re supporting the animals.” Mittler said those attending the event could donate to the emergency care fund, which would benefit the animals who come to the shelter needing above-standard care. Mittler remembered when one dog came to the shelter in need of a leg amputation, saying people donated to help that animal. “That created our emergency care fund, because we had this money. We continued with that,” Mittler said. “It helps with ani-
mals that come into the shelter that maybe have a little bit more medical care required for them. Anyone who gives to the emergency care fund enables us to take care of that animal immediately.” Ernie and Joanna Sheick said Good Shepherd is the nonprofit they donate to most. They make jewelry, Joanna Sheick said, and donate it to the shelter’s thrift stores. The thrift stores generate most of the revenue for Good Shepherd. “We figure it’s a good outfit to donate to, and there’s a lot of good people there,” Ernie Sheick said. “They’re doing it for the animals.” His wife agreed. “They’re our main charity,” Joanna Sheick said. “We love the pups.” Debbie Clarke, who owns a clothing store, said she donates to the thrift stores to help out the shelter. “I just like to see it prosper,” Clarke said. “Mostly I give to the dog store, but it’s always been a great place to shop. You find unique things, sometimes vintage clothing.” Cat tech Kathryn Johnson spent most of the night with Felicia, a large dog who came into the shelter with a tumor on her
Library continues DocFest with Last Men in Aleppo
The Eureka Springs Carnegie Public Library will show its documentary film of the week, Last Men in Aleppo, at 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 10, at the Library Annex Friends Room. After five years of war in Syria, Aleppo’s remaining residents prepare themselves for a siege. Three found-
ing members of The White Helmets have remained to help their fellow citizens and experience daily life, death, struggle and triumph in a city under fire. Admission and popcorn are free. For more information, go to the events calendar at EurekaLibrary.org or call 479-253-8754.
Five & Dime to premiere six short plays Nov. 11
Five & Dime Drama Collective will host the world premiere of six short plays at 8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 11, and 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 12, at Main Stage as part of the Fall Performance Series. There will be free paring at the adjacent lot, courtesy
of Basin Park Hotel. The show is recommended for mature audiences. For tickets and more information, visit FiveAndDimeDramaCollective.org. If the show sells out, get on the wait list in case seats open up.
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The Holiday Island Fire Department Auxiliary will hold its luncheon and business meeting at noon Tuesday, Nov. 14, at the Clubhouse Ballroom at 1 Country Club Drive. The doors will open at 11:30 a.m. for social visiting and lunch will be served at noon. It costs $8 for lunch and $12 for dues. Reserve a spot by Friday, Nov. 10, by calling Drenda Higdon at 479-363-8135.
foot three months ago. “They took that off, and about three weeks later, they came back and it got bigger,” Johnson said. “She had to get her leg amputated. It’s healing now, and she’s doing great on it.” Seeing so many people come out to support Good Shepherd, Johnson said, made her realize how close-knit the community is. “It’s great. I’m from a big city, so I never see this kind of support,” she said. “Really, it’s amazing to be around and to be a part of.” Assistant shelter manager Kathy Cobb said she was excited to see everyone at the gala. Moving the event to the Crescent Hotel, Cobb said, inspired everyone at Good Shepherd to step up. “It’s brought out a lot of creativity in our employees and staff,” Cobb said. “It’s a grand affair, and I hope it continues.” Jay Fusaro, president of Good Shepherd, thanked everyone who made the event possible. That includes those who took out ads in the October edition of Lovely County Visitor, those who donated items to the silent auction and those who donate time and money to the shelter year-round, he said.
“This is a very important fundraiser for us, and we’re just so thrilled for all the support we’ve received so far,” Fusaro said. “We greatly appreciate all the support from the community, because without donations and volunteers, we wouldn’t be able to have Good Shepherd be the largest no-kill shelter in Carroll County.” All the money raised at the event goes directly to Good Shepherd. This is comforting for those who work at the shelter, Cobb said, and interact with the animals every day. “It costs money to keep them housed. You know that by your own animals, and we have to have employees to take care of them,” Cobb said. “They can’t go without heat or air conditioning or food or water. That’s what we do. We take care of the babies.” Cobb described how important it is for the community to support Good Shepherd, saying it raises morale at the shelter for the animals and employees. “It shows us we’re not alone in the world, and it’s awesome,” she said. For more information on Good Shepherd Humane Society, visit https://www. goodshepherd-hs.org/.
Crescent Hotel to host Food & Wine Night Nov. 9 The 2017 Eureka Springs Food & Wine Festival will debut Nov. 9 in the Crystal Dining Room Restaurant of the 1886 Crescent Hotel and Spa. The piece de resistance for the evening will be an eight-ounce pour of Penfolds Grange 2000 Shiraz for $80. The featured dinner entree-wine pairing will be that same Penfolds Grange 2000 Shiraz with the Rack of Lamb for $100. The evening begins at 5 p.m. for the Wine & Cheese Welcome Reception, with a focus on such family vineyards as Penfolds, Duckhorn, Beringer, Bell, Kistler, Rodney Strong, Robert Mondavi, MacMurray and Seghesio. From 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., guests will enjoy wine samplings, artisan cheeses from around the world and John Rainone at
the piano. It costs $20 per person or $35 per couple. Dinner seatings will be from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., with entrees ranging in price from $16 to $39. Reservations for both events are recommended. “One might note that when it comes to ‘family’ vineyards, there is not one that epitomizes family more than MacMurray,” said Brian VanSickle, food and beverage director at the Crescent Hotel, “for this vineyard’s namesake is none other than Fred MacMurray the actor, probably best known for his role as the father in the television show ‘My Three Sons.’ ” For reservations and more information, call 877-342-9766 or go to https://crescent-hotel.com/blog/foodwine-night/.
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I am obligated to respond to Sharon Drassen’s recent opinion letter with regard to fact. She says it’s disturbing to her “that many contributors to Citizen Forum write such hateful, factually incorrect pieces,” but then cites not one example. This is how fake news comes about. One cannot accuse others of being hateful and passing lies with a general statement and expect others to take it for a fact. There’s an abundance of that going on in rhetorical discourse today and this is what deeply disturbs me. If Ms. Drassen or anyone else for that matter accuses other writers of falsehoods, then they are obligated to specifically point out the lie and prove it to be thus by researching reputable sites (no, not Fox News), and then show beyond a reasonable doubt that other LCC opinion writers are stating falsehoods. Until then, the falsehood remains with Ms. Drassen. - Julie Freeman
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Dear Editor, Another Halloween night on the Upper Historic Loop has been accomplished in typical Eureka style. The residents from Highway 62 to the Crescent Hotel knocked themselves out again with decorations and generosity, giving everyone memories to keep long after the candy is gone. What I personally love about this event is the reminder that (other than the costumes) nothing has changed since my childhood trickor-treating. It still seems to be the most authentically nostalgic tradition we have for all ages. The creativity in costumes each year is spectacular, and families are engaged — even if parents don’t dress up, they are still escorting and laughing with their kids. Teens were respectfully fun and many adults wandered about in costume taking in the spectacle as well. As a representative of the White Street Candy Bank, I would like to report a mu-
Citizen of the Week Andy Green is this week’s Citizen of the Week. The events coordinator for the City Advertising and Promotion Commission, Green was nominated by Jacqueline Wolven for putting the spark back in the Folk Festival by bringing headliner Lucinda Williams. “Folks came in from all over to be part of that concert, the music in the park and the tremendous new energy to Folk Festival,” Wolven said. “Locals and visitors raved about such a stellar weekend, and Andy made it all look effortless, even though we all know that it is a huge thing to lift up a festival. For 70 years the Folk Festival has happened, and this year gives us all hope that it will happen another 70.” To nominate someone for Citizen of the Week, email Samantha Jones at Citizen.Editor.Eureka@gmail.com.
tually-agreed head count of 1,100 kids this year. The Candy Bank took in a whopping 300-plus pounds (street value of $750) of candy from 45 donors, mixed and re-parceled it into five-pound bags, and distributed an average of 15 pounds to 22 homes on the loop. It was apparent to the bank staff that 1,000 pounds would have disappeared just as quickly, so it is our hope that even more donors will step up next year, especially on the corporate level. Special thanks to Mary Gentle for donating 300 hand-stuffed gift bags of toys and art supplies for distribution. So thank you again to everyone on both sides of the candy for making Halloween night on the Upper Loop one of the most anticipated evenings of the year. Let’s all keep playing well together! — Mark Hughes
Stand together and vote The patriots are not the ones who pledge admiringly to the flag or wear them on their lapel, but they are the ones who make the nation that the flag represents something to be worthy of admiration and to be the aspiration of all people of all nations. We are not there, nor are we even on that path. We have taken a detour on which
those in power attempt to recreate the world in their own image, whiter, greedier and holier-than-thou. Those who have jobs should shut up and be glad to have them. Those who are getting government assistance should shut up and get a job. If you can’t get a job, then just go away. Those who have entered into contracts with the government should not expect us to honor them. Anyone or anything that has been protected by our Democracy should prepare to fend for themselves. This will hopefully be a brief, however disruptive course change that will require a new captain and crew. This is a huge ship and it does not respond quickly. The mutineers have taken over for now but they will be dealt with by our justice system. Our job is to right the ship and steer a course forward. We have control. We have always had control. We can alter the course with our will, our will to resist what is wrong and our will to insist on what is right. We can use our physical presence. We do not have to be eloquent, but we do have to speak. We have the power to overcome the traitors and the foreign powers that they represent. This is no time to be meek. The meek shall inherit the earth because the powerful will shove their faces in it. We must register and we must vote. — Mark Eastburn
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Autumn Fest harvests $1,600 for Merlin Foundation, Grandma’s House By Kelby Newcomb CCNNews@cox-internet.com
Despite foggy weather, Autumn Fest was full of bright smiles on Saturday, Nov. 4, at the Berryville Community Center. Kaleigh Evans, public relations coordinator for Grandma’s House Children’s Advocacy Center, said Grandma’s House and the Merlin Foundation hosted the event, bringing in about $1,600 for Carroll County. “The money raised in Carroll County stays in Carroll County,” she said, “so these funds will be used for local programs and residents.” The event featured a 5K, booths, bouncy houses, an obstacle course, scarecrow races, face-painting, hay rides, tamales and chocolate-covered apple pops, Evans said. “This was kind of our seed event. We had about 27 runners who came out and did the 5K for us,” she said. “We had a bit of a delay at the beginning because we had all that fog that morning. We couldn’t see, so we had to delay the race about 30 minutes.” Fortunately, Evans, said participants were willing to wait for the weather to improve. “All of our runners stuck around for us and ran the race,” she said. “Afterward, everybody migrated to the soccer fields at the community center, where we had our festival going on. Jim Ross drove the truck and trailer for the hayride. Powell Feed and Milling of Harrison donated the truck and trailer, and Kevin Hostetler donated the hay.” She said Grandma’s House and the Merlin Foundation were thankful for the volunteers who helped make the Autumn Fest a fun event for everyone. “It was a really great fun day,” Evans said. “We had
a lot of kids getting their faces painted and enjoying themselves. All of the adults got really into everything and were competing against each other for the obstacle courses. It was a great day.” While fundraising was one of the main goals of the event, she said another was introducing the organizations to the Berryville community. “We moved our center from Green Forest to Berryville, so this was a way for people to get to know more about us,” Evans said, “and know we are more centralized for the people who live in Carroll County. We’re even closer for the people who live in Madison County now.” She continued, “There were tons of people there who are already affiliated with the organizations, but we saw a lot of new faces, too.” Evans said the sponsorships for the Autumn Fest were phenomenal, thanking local businesses for investing in a new event. “It was a bunch of businesses we’ve never reached out to before,” she said. “The fact they were so kind and so willing to jump with us into this to start something new and get our name out there to all these people in our community was just phenomenal.” Evans said Grandma’s House and the Merlin Foundation appreciate the community’s support and will continue to plan community events. “Like every event we do, it’s never going to be as successful if we don’t have the support of our community backing us,” she said. “We’re so thankful for their support.” The new Grandma’s House center is located at 206 S. Main St. in Berryville. For more information, visit GrandmasHouseCAC.com.
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A community Thanksgiving dinner will be held between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. at Thanksgiving Day at the ECHO Clinic dining room at East Van Buren and Rockhouse Road in Eureka Springs. The dinner is free and open to the public. To volunteer to assist with the dinner, call 479-981-2379. The dinner is sponsored by Flint Street Fellowship.
First Christian Church to have Thanksgiving service Nov. 19 First Christian Church at 763 Passion Play Road in Eureka Springs invites community visitors and residents to be part of its Thanksgiving services and lunch at 10:30 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 19.
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Carroll County is home to many veterans, making Veterans Day a chance to honor family, friends and neighbors for their military service. There are several Veterans Day celebrations and events scheduled for next week so local residents can show support for the brave men and women who call Carroll County home. Berryville Arkansas Hospice, the state’s largest nonprofit provider of hospice services, will honor local veterans with a patriotic-themed program at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 8, in the Carroll Electric Cooperative Cooperation Community Room at 920 Hwy 62 Spur in Berryville. The program will help veterans and their spouses receive the VA benefits they deserve. David “Doc” Kenser, the veteran services coordinator for Arkansas Hospice, will be the keynote speaker. Kenser is a VA accredited claims agent through the General Counsel’s office, an affiliate with the Department of Veteran Affairs and a CVSO with the Arkansas Department of Veteran Affairs (ADVA). He is a partially disabled veteran himself and is passionate about helping veterans get the benefits they have earned. Berryville High School will be saluting area veterans with a Veterans Day Assembly at 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 10, in the Berryville High School Gymnasium. All veterans and their families are invited to attend. FCCLA and the food production class will host a free luncheon afterward for the veterans and their families. For more infor-
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Sue Watson, of Eureka Springs, born Feb. 7, 1948 in Loma Linda, Calif., daughter of Harry and Ellabeth (Shipman) Tucker. She departed this life, Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2017, in Eureka Springs, at the age of 69 years. She is survived by her daughter, Anne Waters of Oregon; sister Lou Ardolino and husband, Vic of Oregon; brother Tim Tucker and wife, Bobbi of Oregon; four grandchildren, two great grandchildren, several
mation, contact Gayla Sparks at 870-4804632. Eureka Springs While Eureka Springs is known for its annual Veterans Day Parade, the city has much more in store for local veterans next week. Eureka Springs High School will be kicking things off with a program honoring area veterans at 10 a.m. Friday, Nov. 10, in the high school gymnasium at 2 Lake Lucerne Road. Students will present a program and slide show of local veterans. Patriotic selections will be performed by the high school band under the direction of Barry Milner, the high school choir under the direction of Rick Mann and the elementary choir under the direction of Donesa Mann. The program will be followed by a free luncheon for veterans. The FFA students will be grilling, and the Rotary Interact Club will be serving the food. To RSVP for the lunch, call 479-253-8875. A Veterans Party and Marine Birthday will be held from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, Nov. 10, at the Grub & Pub Club 169 at 169 E. Van Buren. This is the official kickoff for the Veterans Day parade and event weekend. There will be live entertainment, a free buffet for veterans, a cash bar, a no-smoking area on a heated and covered deck and a silent auction. The live entertainment includes Chris Harp from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Jimmy Wayne Garrett from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Sage Ahava from 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. The Veterans Day Parade will run from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 11. Lineup starts at 9 a.m., and the parade steps
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Feb. 7, 1948 – Nov. 1, 2017 nieces, nephews, other relatives and loved ones. Sue was united in marriage to Curtis Paul Watson who preceded her in death. She is also preceded in death by her parents, Harry and Ellabeth Tucker; son, John Tritz and three brothers, Jim, Harry and Chuck Tucker. Memorial service will be held at a later date. Online condolences may be sent to the family at nelsonfuneral.com.
off at 10 a.m. on Upper String Street by the Carnegie Library. Everyone is invited to be in the parade. The parade will end in the parking lot in front of the Pied Piper Pub and Inn at 11 a.m., followed by a short program and a rifle salute. A Poker Run Veterans Event will be hosted by a local riding club that honors and supports veterans from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 12, starting at the Grub and Pub Club 169. The first bike will be leave at 11 a.m., and the last bike must be in at 4 p.m. There will be an after party and raffle following the event. For more information, call 870-350-1489. The celebration doesn’t end with the weekend. The Veterans Day Parade will host the Bragging Rights Hamburger Cook Off from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday, Nov. 13, at Pine Mountain Village at 2075 E. Van Buren. For $5, people can sample all the burgers they want, as well as receiving a soda and two tickets. The tickets are used to vote for the best burger. Green Forest The Green Forest High School Student Council invites the community to its annual Veterans Day Assembly at 10 a.m. Friday, Nov. 10, in the Grim Gym. All veterans and their families are invited to attend. Anstaff Bank of Green Forest will provide lunch for veterans and their guests immediately after the assembly. Holiday Island The Holiday Island Elks Lodge will have a dinner for veterans at 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 11, at the Elks Lodge at 4 Park Cliff Drive in the Holiday Shopping Center.
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HI Rotary launches Imagination Library for local children By Kelby Newcomb CCNNews@cox-internet.com
The Holiday Island Rotary Club is helping local kids build both their reading skills and their own libraries. The Rotary Club is supporting the Dolly Parton Imagination Library, a book gifting program that mails free books to children from birth until they start school in participating communities. According to ImaginationLibrary. com, Parton was inspired by her father’s inability to read and write, so she started the Imagination Library in 1995 for the children within her home county. Today, the program spans four countries, the site says, and has mailed nearly 80 million free books to children around the world. The site says the program’s goal is to foster a love of reading among preschool children and their families by providing them with the gift of a specially selected book each month. Peggy Lodewyks, president of the Holiday Island Rotary Club, said the club committed to be a part of the Imagination Library program after learning that 37 percent of students in the third grade cannot read and many students in first grade don’t even know how to turn the pages of a book. “We thought the best thing to do would be to help from the moment they’re born until they’re 5 years old,” she said, “and provide the books for them so they can learn to read, understand and have fun reading.” Lodewyks said the program fits in with the Rotary Club’s dedication to education. “Rotary Clubs have scholarships for high school kids when they graduate,” she said. “We also do a dictionary program for third-graders, and Holiday Island has an event for eighth-graders where we have a game with them to show what their career choices would be in real life.” She said the Holiday Island Rotary Foundation was awarded a Giving Tree Grant from the Carroll County Com-
munity Foundation Giving Tree Endowment in September to support the Imagination Library and provide books for students 5 and under in the Holiday Island, Eureka Springs and Beaver area. Lodewyks said the children will receive a different book every month, making for a total of 60 books when they reach the age of 5. It costs the Rotary Club $25 a year to sponsor a child in the program, she said. “So we’re investing $125 per child for the program,” she said. “That’s why the grant and the other fundraisers we do come in handy.” While the Rotary Club is focusing on western Carroll County for now, she said the goal is to sponsor every child in the county. “Right now, we’re registering any child living in the zip codes of 72631 and 72632 if the child is under 5 years old,” Lodewyks said. “Later on, we want to expand it to all of Carroll County.” According to the last census, there are 235 children in the 0 to 5 age bracket in the zip codes covered, she said. The Rotary Club’s Oktoberfest Registration registered 21 children for the Imagination Library, she said. The next registration will be held from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 9, at the Learning Center in Holiday Island at No. 5 Park Cliff Drive. Anyone interested may also contact the Holiday Island Rotary Club at HolidayIslandRotary.com or by mailing P.O. Box 3204, Holiday Island, AR 72631 for information on how to begin a free subscription. The books are sent to the children at no cost to the family. “We feel this could one day be a way to avoid unemployment or poverty in Carroll County,” Lodewyks said, “by showing kids they can read. That opens up a whole new avenue of what they can do in the future.” For more information on the Imagination Library program, visit ImaginationLibrary.com.
Farmer’s Market Potluck
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The Farmer’s Market held a Potluck and Soup Contest at the Community Center on Oct. 26 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. There was also a silent auction. There were seven non-vendor contestants in the Soup Contest. The first-place winner was Opal Merhige for her ginger turmeric breakfast pow wow. The second place-winner was Laurie Davis with her taco soup and the third-place winner was Marcia Havens with her chicken rice and vegetable soup.
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CAPC director calls Folk Festival a success By Samantha Jones Citizen.Editor.Eureka@gmail.com
The 70th Annual Ozark Folk Festival packed The Auditorium Friday, Nov. 3, during headliner Lucinda Williams’ performance. Mike Maloney, director of the Eureka Springs City Advertising and Promotion Commission, said the performance exceeded his expectations. “The ticket count was substantially higher than we anticipated,” Maloney said. “It was over 700 tickets sold. It was one of the largest concerts we’ve had in many years, and we had people from all over the region coming to see her. She’s so popular, and I think everyone had a great time at that concert.” The festival kicked off with a performance by the Hedgehoppers on Nov. 2, followed by a preview of Elite Dance Studio’s Willo Mancifoot. “They got a little touch of that. I think that went pretty well,” Maloney said. “It’s not one of those huge attendance events, but I think everybody was happy with the way that turned out.” There was music in the park all day Saturday, Maloney said, with a lineup featuring different types of performers. All the acts that performed, Maloney said, were top-notch. “It was really well-received. The acts were regional acts,” Maloney said. “We pulled them from different parts of the country. They weren’t just local guys. It was a great group of people. It personified what we’re going for with the Folk Festival.” Additionally, the spoken-word event Tales from the Ozarks was held at Main Stage on Saturday, with Eureka Springs & North Arkansas Railway offering special excursion runs throughout the day. The tickets for the excursions were free, Maloney said, through the CAPC. “The train rides were super successful. We had three different opportunities for people to get on the train,” Maloney said. “We picked up the tab for it. When you come to town, you’re looking for things to do and all of a sudden you get these freebies … it was just a nice complement for people to be able to take advantage of.” He added, “We gave away tons of free tickets to the Barefoot Ball, and there was free music in the park. You could just come to town and have a good time, and you didn’t have to spend that much money except on your lodging and your food. That’s a good environment we hope to recreate with our festival going forward.”
The festival was held during Fall Diversity Weekend, Maloney said, and both events co-existed perfectly. “Everybody got along well. We didn’t seem to have any obstacles,” Maloney said. “I think it was a very, very good weekend. People got to have a tremendous amount of entrainment. It was very good.” Next year, he said, the events will have their own weekends. “We’re going to plan to have Diversity Weekend closer to the first of the month in November, with Folk Fest after that and Food and Wine Weekend after that,” Maloney said. The trolley system was available during the weekend, Maloney said, so visitors could find parking outside of the downtown area. “They could park their cars at those places, jump on trolleys, go all the way downtown, go to the Auditorium and get back on the buses,” Maloney said. “It’s worked out really well. We’re going to continue to work with transportation to give people a better chance to find an easier place to park.” Moving into 2018, Maloney said, the CAPC has a lot up its sleeve. He said the year will kick off with Mardi Gras, followed by “The Month of Love” in February. “We’re going to try to build some activity before that transition into March, which is typically spring break,” Maloney said. With the help of events coordinator Andy Green, Maloney said, the CAPC will be bringing in more quality entertainment. He said Green is working to book acts for the Music in the Park series already. “We’re really going to propel it and push it hard,” Maloney said. “We hope to have that all put together mid-spring so that we’ve got it all booked up for the entire year. We’ll be able to use that as a promotional vehicle.” He expects to bring more people to town next year, Maloney said. “We’ve got a good program in place. We’ve got the right person in the right position to be able to do those things,” Maloney said. “I don’t think there’s a day that goes by right now that we’re not looking at music acts … not just music, but theatrical things and things that would be really cool for children.” He continued, “We want to bring in some theatrical acts. You won’t have a dead month in 2018, not at our office anyway.”
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Halloween
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and we have a lot of sidewalks. I know they come from even Fayetteville to trick-or-treat. I like that. As long as the kids are having fun … that’s the purpose of the whole thing.” Running out of candy is a real concern, Hughes said. Last year, he said, he and his partner decided to start a candy bank. Anyone could donate candy, Hughes explained, so the neighbors on White Street would be able to keep up with all the trick-or-treaters. “So many people in town want to participate. They just don’t live on White Street,” Hughes said. “When we got the word out about the candy bank, people were coming in with bags of candy saying, ‘We’re so glad you’re doing this. I used to bring my kids up here when they were little. This is my way of paying it forward.’ ” The candy bank means the whole community can be involved in Halloween on White Street, Hughes said, not
just the people who live in the neighborhood. “That’s what’s really exciting. People want to participate. They love Halloween,” Hughes said. “I hear everybody’s Halloween memories. I hear about how their kids are in college but they used to come to White Street to trick-ortreat. There’s all this nostalgia wrapped around it.” Taylor agreed. “When I was a kid, I loved Halloween. I loved trick-or-treating,” Taylor said. “It’s one of my fondest memories, and I hope we’re creating memories for the kids who come trick-or-treating in Eureka. I think I’m having as much fun as the kids are seeing them have fun.” He continued, “As far as I’m concerned, they are most welcome to join in on the fun. We try to make it a memorable experience for them. I want them to know they are welcome, and I don’t care where they live. It’s all about the kids. If the kids want to come to Eureka Springs for Halloween, come on. You’re welcome.”
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Fall Diversity Weekend
Photos by Tavi Ellis
Fall Diversity Weekend brought visitors and locals together to celebrate the power of love Nov. 3-5.
I got lei’d in Eureka Springs!
Is that Dolly Parton in the park? No, that’s Josie Lee Turelle performing in the Drag Race Contest.
Basin Spring Park is full of rainbow-clad visitors on Saturday morning.
Thanks for the fresh popcorn, Steve.
This loving group of friendly faces welcomes all people into their circle and to Eureka Springs Fall Diversity Weekend.
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70th Annual Ozark Folk Festival
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Photos by Tavi Ellis
Downtown Eureka Springs was harmonious with the sounds of the 70th Annual Ozark Folk Festival Nov. 3-5.
The Mears family shakes things up a bit with their energetic performance Saturday afternoon.
The Eureka Springs Elementary School Hedgehoppers continue a 70-year tradition with their musical performance on Friday evening.
Saturday is proving to be a foot tapping, fur napping, perfect autumn day.
The Vogts Sisters evoke a calm and dreamy feeling in their listeners in Basin Spring Park.
Here’s a little puppy love in the park for a passerby.
Lynne Wright and Eureka Springs Mayor Butch Berry know folk music should always be enjoyed with friends.
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C4 board votes to redirect funding through city of BV By Kelby Newcomb CCNNews@cox-internet.com
The Connect 4 Board voted at its Wednesday meeting to redirect funding for the renovation of the Berryville Readiness Center through the city of Berryville. The Berryville Readiness Center will be converted to the Carroll County Career Center to house the Connect 4 program, providing students with a cross-curricular background in different trades with an initial focus on industrial maintenance. Tyson Foods is donating $1.3 million for the renovation project. The board had previously discussed Tyson keeping the funds in its finance department and cutting smaller checks for the renovation as it progresses. Board president Rodney Ellis, the technical education liaison and trainer for Tyson Foods, said the company’s finance department decided the best way to maximize the funding is to run the management of the construction through the city of Berryville. “We talked to Mayor Tim McKinney and [economic development director] Chris Claybaker about that,” Ellis said. “The reason being is that Tyson can’t get the tax credit on the construction side of it. We can only get it for the equipment.” He said the board is looking at about $800,000 in expenses for the renovation of the building, which would leave about $500,000 for the necessary equipment for the program. The bids for the renovation have exceeded that amount so far, he said. “The low bid was about half a million over that. It was around $1.2 million,” Ellis said. “That’s taking way too much away from what we want to put on the equipment side.” With the city taking over the construction side of things, Claybaker said Berryville is getting ready to advertise the renovation project for about 15 days to receive more bids. The board later voted to close the ap-
plication period for the C4 director position the last week of November. Bryan Pruitt, superintendent of the Eureka Springs School District, said the board may start interviewing applicants the second week of November. The board also voted to set up a vendor account for the Connect 4 campus through the Berryville School District. “That’s just for us to use the Tyson donations to order equipment,” Pruitt said. “To order that, the company we’re ordering from has to be affiliated with a school district, so we’re going to do that through Berryville schools.” He said it is common for school districts to set up vendor accounts in order to do business with companies. While the Berryville School District was selected because it is in the same city as the career center, Pruitt said the vendor account will be under the Connect 4 program’s name. The board also voted to have the Berryville, Eureka Springs and Green Forest school districts supply furniture and technology for the Connect 4 program. “If we need some desks, chairs or computers for the program, then the three schools will all help,” Pruitt said. Ellis told the board he is contacting the Arkansas Career and Technical Education (ACE) about possible Career and Technical Education (CTE) grants. The goal, he said, is to obtain a $100,000 grant. “The drawback with CTE is that they have about $11 million worth of requests and about $5 million to give,” he said. “Normally, we know by May who received funding.” Pruitt said the three superintendents will also be meeting soon with the Walmart Family Foundation Inc. in Bentonville to discuss possible grant opportunities. The board’s next regular meeting was rescheduled to noon Tuesday, Dec. 5, at Sparky’s Roadhouse Cafe in Eureka Springs in order to avoid a conflict with the schools’ schedules.
TRANSITION Marco Salvatore Randazzo, 87, passed away Oct. 15, 2017, in Springfield, Mo. Marco was born Nov. 10, 1929, in Hollywood, Calif. to Marco Francis Randazzo and Elizabeth Lowe. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Eureka Springs. He was an organ donor and donated his body for research. He grew up in Kansas City, Mo., and graduated from Paseo High School in 1946. He attended junior college until he was drafted into the U.S. Marine Corps where he served as a radio repairman, and was honorably discharged in 1953. After graduating from the University of Kansas in 1955 with a degree in mechanical engineering, he had a long and varied career in the aerospace industry. He dedicated many years of his life to the Boy Scouts of America, attaining the rank of Eagle Scout, and serving as Assistant Scoutmaster and Scoutmaster of Troop 3 in Dallas, Texas. He was also an avid glider pilot.
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Marco Salvatore Randazzo Nov. 10, 1929 – Oct. 15, 2017
He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Mary Lester Randazzo; two daughters, Tina, of Thayer, Mo., and Donna (Ross Walker) of Centennial, Colo.; his sister, Jo Welz, of Littleton, Colo.; three grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, two nieces and three nephews. Graveside services will be held in Eureka Springs at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to the U.S. Marine Corps “Toys for Tots” program or a charity of your choice.
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CALENDAR of events Send calendar entries to Kelby Newcomb at CCNNews@cox-internet.com. The calendar is reserved for events sponsored by non-profit entities, benefits for non-profits and free events. First priority will be given to organizations providing a public service, such as rural fire departments, schools, churches, hospital auxiliaries and services for senior citizens or veterans. Submissions should be timely. Calendar listings should not be more than 30 days in advance of the event. The calendar is sometimes edited to fit the available space in the print edition. See the full calendar online at www. LovelyCitizen.com.
Nov. 10: ES Veterans Day Assembly
Principal David Gilmore and the students of Eureka Springs High School will be honoring area veterans with a program at 10 a.m. Friday, Nov. 10, in the high school gymnasium at 2 Lake Lucerne Road. Students will present a program and slide show of local veterans. Patriotic selections will be performed by the high school band, the high school choir and the elementary choir under the direction of Barry Milner, Rick Mann and Donesa Mann respectively. The program will be followed by a free luncheon for veterans. RSVP for the lunch at 479-253-8875.
Nov. 10: HI Murder Mystery Dinner
Join the Holiday Island Community Church for the yearly murder mystery dinner, “Murder on Holiday Island,” at 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 10, at 141 Holiday Island Drive. Tickets are $12 per person and include a delicious Thanksgiving dinner. Tickets can be purchased at the church on Sundays from 9 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. and from 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m., at the Holiday Island Parkwood Art and Frame Shop at 3 Parkwood Drive or by sending a check with your return address to Murder Mystery, 141 Holiday Island Drive, Holiday Island, AR 72631. Proceeds go toward supporting the
Salvation Army Red Kettle Ministry, which assists the needy of Carroll County.
Nov. 10: HI Fire Department Luncheon Meeting
The Holiday Island Fire Department Auxiliary will hold their luncheon and business meeting at noon Tuesday, Nov. 14, at the Clubhouse ballroom at 1 Country Club Drive. The doors will open at 11:30 a.m. for social visiting, and lunch will begin at noon. The cost is $8 for lunch and $12 for dues. Reservations must be made by Friday, Nov. 10. For reservations, call Drenda Higdon at 479-363-8135.
Nov. 10: Wine, Spaghetti and Song Fundraiser
St. Elizabeth Catholic Church is holding a Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 10, in the St. Elizabeth Parish Center on Passion Play Road to fund the rewiring of the 113-year-old church. There will be free wine served to all adults renting a wine glass, as well as the spaghetti, bread and choice of two sauces, which are being made and donated by Paul Wilson, owner of Ermilio’s Italian Restaurant. The salad dressing will be prepared and donated by the Venesian Inn in Tontitown. There will be singing on the hour by Becky Jean and the Candy Man and on the half hour by Father Shaun Wesley, former
pastor of St. Elizabeth’s Church. Tickets are $10 for adults and $6 for children and may be purchased from St. Elizabeth parishioners or purchased at the Parish Center on Passion Play Road. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday. To purchase tickets using your credit card, call Rod at 479-253-2222.
Nov. 10: Christmas Gifts Galore Vendor Applications
Vendors are wanted for the third annual Christmas Gifts Galore to be held on Saturday, Nov. 18, at the Carroll County Fairgrounds in Berryville. Booth space is only $25. Drop by the County Extension office at 909 B Freeman Switch Road or call 870423-2958 for more information. All applications are due by Friday, Nov. 10.
Nov. 11: White Elephant Sale
The Holiday Island Fire Department Auxiliary will hold its Winter White Elephant Sale and Bake Sale, the biggest yard sale in the Ozarks, from 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 11, at the Holiday Island Country Club at 1 Holiday Island Drive. There will be lots of Christmas items, decor, furniture, home decor, household goods, books, antiques and much more. Proceeds benefit the fire department. For more information, call Mary Amundsen at 479-363-8125.
Nov. 11: NW AR Permaculture Study Group
The Northwest Arkansas Permaculture Study Group will meet from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Nov. 11, at 900 Pivot Rock Road. For more information, call Jerry Landrum at 479-244-0377.
Nov. 13: Metafizzies Meeting
Rebekah Clark will lead the Eureka Springs Metaphysical Society (Metafizzies) meeting in a session of divine singing and sound meditation at 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 13, at the Heart of Many Ways at 68 Mountain St. No vocal experience is necessary. Chants and mantras from multiple traditions will be used. All are welcome.
Nov. 16: Community Thanksgiving Service
All denominations and residents are invited to the Faith Christian Family Church’s community Thanksgiving event at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 16, at 157 Huntsville Road in Eureka Springs. It is sponsored by the Western Carroll County Ministerial Association. Chad Hill, pastor of Faith Christian Family Church, will be the speaker, and there will be special music. An offering will be taken that will be used to help the needy in the community. For more information, call 479-253-8925. All are welcome.
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Eureka Springs School Menu
Monday, Nov. 13 Breakfast: Breakfast croissant with turkey, sausage and cheese, fruit cup, box of raisins and milk or strawberry banana yogurt and wholesome oatmeal bar or bowl of cereal and string cheese or two wholesome oatmeal bars or mini chocolate or powdered doughnuts Lunch: Cheeseburger, Texas chili beans, sandwich veggie sides, mixed fruit, fruit cup and milk or corn dog Tuesday, Nov. 14 Breakfast: Bosco pepperoni pizza sticks, box of raisins, juice and milk or strawberry banana yogurt and wholesome oatmeal bar or bowl of cereal and string cheese or two wholesome oatmeal bars or mini chocolate or powdered doughnuts Lunch: Saucy beef and rotini pasta with warm breadstick, celery sticks, fresh fruit, fruit cup, juice and milk or cheese pizza Wednesday, Nov. 15 Breakfast: Mini pancakes, fresh fruit, box of raisins and milk or strawberry banana yogurt and wholesome oatmeal bar or bowl of cereal and string cheese or two wholesome oatmeal bars or mini chocolate or powdered doughnuts Lunch: Teriyaki chicken with rice,
steamed broccoli, fresh baby carrots, fruit cup, box of raisins and milk or Yoplait yogurt, string cheese and Cheez-It singles whole grain crackers Thursday, Nov. 16 Breakfast: Tony’s turkey sausage breakfast pizza, fruit cup, box of raisins and milk or strawberry banana yogurt and wholesome oatmeal bar or bowl of cereal and string cheese or two wholesome oatmeal bars or mini chocolate or powdered doughnuts Lunch: Chicken bacon ranch flatbread sandwich, crinkle fries, sandwich veggie sides, fresh fruit, juice and milk or peanut butter and jelly sandwich with string cheese and Cheez-It singles whole grain crackers Friday, Nov. 17 Breakfast: Biscuit and gravy with turkey bacon, fresh fruit, box of raisins and milk or strawberry banana yogurt and wholesome oatmeal bar or bowl of cereal and string cheese or two wholesome oatmeal bars or mini chocolate or powdered doughnuts Lunch: Pepperoni stuffed sandwich pocket, fresh green side salad, corn, diced peaches, fruit cup and milk or Bosco sticks
Sports Calendar Thursday, Nov. 9 Basketball Berryville, Eureka Springs, Green Forest at Queens of the Court Tournament in Green Forest, TBA Friday, Nov. 10
Basketball Hackett at Eureka Springs, 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 11 Basketball Berryville, Eureka Springs, Green Forest at Queens of the Court Tour-
Senior Center Menu
The Carroll County Senior Activity and Wellness Center is located at 202 W. Madison Ave. in Berryville. Lunch is served weekdays at noon. Monday, Nov. 13 Lemon caper chicken, garden blend rice, sautéed yellow squash, roll and cookie Tuesday, Nov. 14 Dry rub pulled pork, butter beans, glazed carrots, whole wheat bread and fruit
nament in Green Forest, TBA Monday, Nov. 13 Basketball Berryville, Eureka Springs, Green Forest junior high tournament in Berryville, TBA
Wednesday, Nov. 15 Chicken and dumplings, seasoned peas, citrus salad and roll Thursday, Nov. 16 Salisbury steak, potato wedges, fiveway vegetables, wheat roll and cake and ice cream Friday, Nov. 17 Smoked sausage, sauerkraut, vegetable blend, wheat bread and hot cinnamon apple
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Photo courtesy of Eureka Springs Historical Museum
In honor of the 70th Annual Ozark Folk Festival taking place this past weekend, this week we will focus on this historical event in Eureka Springs. At the end of World War II, a resurgence of tourism began in the Ozarks. At the same time, an interest in folk and country music became popular. Otto Earnest Rayburn, Ozark folklorist, wrote in 1948: “The culture of the old Ozarks is now rapidly fading out due to the modernizing influences of electricity, highways, radio, consolidated schools, and other socializing factors. But some of it remains in the songs, dances, popular games and fiddle tunes of the people. Folk Festivals are held to revive and hold these traditional expressions of the folk and to provide entertainment for both native and tourist. We cannot return to the old ways in our manner of living, but we can preserve the wholesome spirit and pass it on for posterity.” Eureka Springs already provided a place for wholesome recreation for summer visitors, but it was felt that a festival celebrating the rich culture of the Ozark people with music, dance and games was needed. Fall, one of the most beautiful seasons of the year in Eureka Springs, seemed an ideal time. The fall weather and foliage would attract many visitors and extend the summer season into autumn. In October 1947, a “Pioneer Week” was staged in Eureka Springs. Locals wearing pioneer costumes participated and performed in a parade, youngsters learned square dance routines and were called “Hedgehoppers,” young ladies from the community participated in a Queen’s Contest, and a Barefoot Ball, originally inspired by Ralph Edwards’ radio show, “Truth or Consequences,” was incorporated. The Ozark Folk Festival was born. The festival, the longest-running folk festival in the United States, now features local and national talent in Basin Park, the Auditorium, and at various venues around town. The Hedgehoppers show off their fancy footwork in the Auditorium, with the Barefoot Ball taking place at the Basin Park Hotel. — Stephanie Stodden Museum Operations Manager
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o you do the Moringa? Even though this exotic word sounds like a dance, it is really an amazing plant. Moringa oleifera does come to us mostly Jim Fain from the far east with the Pacific islands and the Philippines the most common source. So, Moringa is pretty exotic. The leaf is also very good for you. In fact, it is considered to be a super food. When I checked Pubmed.com and searched for Moringa, I found more than 30 topics with more than 20 pages each with 20 topics per page. So, if someone tells you it hasn’t been studied for a boatload of different benefits, tell them politely to bug off — or not politely for that matter. For sure, Moringa is a super food easily taking the place of a broad spectrum multivitamin. But the list of benefits is very long, at least the possible benefits, which could include diabetes, infection, anemia, poor digestion ... well the list seems endless. Now, I’m writing only about the leaves of this plant as the root could be harmful if eaten. The root is used by healers in the far east and the Philippines but these are skilled and wizened women (mostly) who are well trained. The best way for us here in the states to gain benefit from Moringa is to add the powdered leaves to our smoothies or sprinkle into soup or on salads. Of course, the whole leaves can be broken by hand and added to fresh salad as well. It is delicious to eat this way. We are lucky to have a local organic farmer here in Eureka Springs that grows and harvests Moringa. She is a much loved steadfast at our farmer’s market. She can even tell you recipes for preparing this exotic, tasty and good-for-you plant miracle. In fact, the last time I talked with Celia from Piney Creek Garden, we compared notes on cooking and recipes. I was starved when we finished chatting so of course I overbought fresh and organic local veggies. Not such a bad outcome, was it?
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Holiday Island emergency responders will speak to the Holiday Island Rotary Club at 8:30 a.m. Friday, Nov. 10, at the Holiday Island Elks Club. The program will be presented by representatives of the Holiday Island and Eureka Springs fire departments and the Western Carroll County ambulance service. They will discuss their interaction and community support.
Wisecrack ZODIAC ARIES: It’s time for a good, long look into your soul. Bring a flashlight and some snacks, because this could take a while. Remember to pick up all your litter afterward, otherwise an empty chip bag could cause an existential crisis. TAURUS: You discover the secret of life, the universe, and everything, but you’re sworn to secrecy. It’s just as well, people would doubt your sanity if you mentioned the tiny mice in lab coats. GEMINI: Sometimes the universe has a good day at work, so you get a special prize box filled with awesome goodies. Write a thank-you note on Wednesday, and slip it into the universe’s lunch tote. CANCER: Go ahead, be all you can be, but realize there are some things you can’t be. Like a goldfish, a rhombus, or sympathetic toward the Kardashians. LEO: You have a mighty roar, but you also have a rather cute meow. Quit straining those vocal cords, and use your kitten charms to get what you want on Friday. There will be catnip. VIRGO: The best things in life are free, but you still need to pay up if you want that 100-inch screen TV. Grab your elbow pads and helmet, because Black Friday is around the corner. LIBRA: Step carefully; your sweetie is dropping hints, and you’re likely to trip over a pile of them in the hallway. Get a box and collect them all like Pokemon, so you’ll finally have a clue. SCORPIO: Hiding your feelings is like sticking a melon baller down your pants. It’s cold and awkward, but after a while you get used to it. Pull out those emotions and run them through the dishwasher before you share. SAGITTARIUS: The universe may not cough up money on your shoes, but it does sneeze a couple of opportunities on you this week. Brush up your resume’ and get a flu shot. CAPRICORN: If you have to
kiss frogs to find a prince, imagine what you’ll need to do for someone really powerful, like a sorcerer or the tech nerd who can fix your computer. Stock up on Red Bull, sushi and massage oil. AQUARIUS: You have something stuck in your craw, but that’s OK. It’s time to power wash those old opinions out of there anyway.
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Put on goggles and hand the hose to your BFF. Hey, what could go wrong? PISCES: When you asked the universe for a sign, you didn’t expect it to smack you over the head with one. Tell Karma you get the message, before it turns into an old lady beating you with her purse.
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area of Prospect Street for a 911 hangup but was unable to locate anything. 10:21 a.m. — The manager of an area hotel reported that one of his customers had some damage done to her vehicle during the night. An officer responded and took a report. 8:43 p.m. — Officers responded to Spring Street in reference to a tour bus being parked in the middle of the street and spoke to the driver. The driver advised he would pull into the trolley area to pick up passengers and make sure his lights were on at all times. 8:50 p.m. — Officers responded to the area of Echols Street in reference to a disturbance. The party causing the disturbance was gone on arrival. 10:20 p.m. — A caller advised a possibly intoxicated driver was coming into the city. Officers made a traffic stop on the vehicle and determined the driver was not intoxicated. The driver was advised of the situation and released. 10:57 p.m. — An officer responded to an area gas station for a welfare check. Nov. 5 12:27 a.m. — An officer responded to an area bank in reference to some keys being left in the deposit box. 1:12 a.m. — An officer responded to an area hotel for a possible disturbance and spoke with guests. They advised they had not heard or noticed a disturbance. 1:26 a.m. — An officer responded to the report of a suspicious vehicle parked at an area business downtown. The vehicle was gone upon arrival. 1:41 a.m. — An officer responded to a noise complaint and spoke with the subjects, who advised they would quiet down.
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TRANSITION Leonard Martin Fortenberry 68, of Bryant passed away Nov. 3, 2017, in Bryant. He was born March 21, 1949, in Dumas to the late David Anderson and Bennie Rachel Isom Fortenberry. Martin was a Baptist, retired from Madison County Sheriffs Department and served in the Navy. Survivors are one son, Phillip Fortenberry of Eureka Springs, three daughters: Kim Davidson of Canton, Miss., Kerrie (Brandon) Johnson of Canton,
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PA R A D E & E V E N T S
VETERANS DAY PARADE Saturday, Nov. 11th, 10:00am Line up at the Library 9am Ends at the Pied Piper Parking Lot All Veterans are invited to participate
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First bike out at 11, last bike back in at 4. After party and raffle at the Grub and Pub Call 479-253-7122 for more info.
THE AMERICAN LEGION VETERANS DAY BRAGGING RIGHTS CEREMONY HAMBURGER COOK OFF AND RIFLE SALUTE Monday, Nov. 13th, 11:00am Saturday, Nov. 11th, 11:11am Pine Mountain Village Parking Lot following the Parade in The Pied Piper Parking Lot
MEET AND GREET Saturday, Nov. 11th
Immediately after the ceremonies Sponsored by The Pied Piper Food provided by area restaurants. Open to Veterans, families, and parade participants.
MARINE BIRTHDAY/VET PARTY Friday, Nov. 10th, 6:00-10:00pm
Live entertainment, free buffet for Veterans, cash bar, no smoking area on heated and covered deck. Silent auction. At the Grub and Pub
Local restaurants compete for the best burger in town For a $5 donation you can get a drink, sample all the burgers and vote for your favorite burger and grill cook. Sponsored by Rogers and Eureka Springs Harley Davidson
For more information see Eureka Springs Veterans Day on Facebook or call 580-399-5887
TRANSITION Sarah Larson McGettrick was born March 11, 1975, in Eureka Springs, to Albert and Lynn Packham Larson. As a small child, Sarah had three imaginary brothers, Tonto, Poldark, and Jeffrey Charles. When she was 4 years old, her real live beloved brother, Jeffrey Charles, was born. Sarah attended Eureka Springs public schools from kindergarten through high school graduation. She was a graduate of Cottey College and the University of Arkansas. On December 21, 1996, Sarah married Bobby McGettrick and they shared a love of fun and laughter together for 21 years. She was the rock of stability for the family during Bobby’s difficult deployments to war zones. Sarah and Bobby lived at five different bases during his career in the U.S. Air Force. While assigned to Altus Air Force Base, Altus, Okla., Sarah and Bobby added the other love of their lives, ginger-haired daughter Sydney Ryan McGettrick. Sydney brought even more fun into the mix. Sarah grew up in Girl Scouts and loved scouting, camping and organizing activities which led naturally to her careers as a recreation therapist and personal fitness trainer. She completed her credentials as a fitness trainer after her diagnosis, amazing us all. She specialized in working with people with physical challenges, helping them to become stronger and reduce discomfort. Her motto was “Keep moving.” Sarah was raised in the Eureka Unitarian Universalist Fellowship and always sought out UU congregations to establish relationships with like-minded people as her family moved to various Air Force assignments. She was a member of UU congregations in Eureka Springs; Lawton, Okla.; Oklahoma City; Davis, Calif.; and Brunswick, Ga. Joining and volunteering at UU congregations was something she loved and was an instant way to form enduring friendships. The McGettricks were devoted pet lovers even fostering “problem pets”
Sarah Larson McGettrick
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until they were adoptable. At their peak, they boasted two rats, three cats and two dogs. During one hurricane they sheltered a foster mama cat and her litter of kittens. Sarah was diagnosed with ovarian cancer Oct. 14, 2014, and it took her life Oct. 27, 2017. We beg all women to “protect your girlparts” by learning the symptoms of a silent killer that for Sarah had advanced to stage IV before being detected. (www.cancer.org) Sarah brought joy everywhere she went. From her time in high school and throughout her life she was always known as a person who was kind and respectful to everyone she met. She practiced the highest value we can achieve — kindness and service to others. Her captivating spark of life lives on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her. A memorial service will be held at 4 p.m. Monday, Oct. 30, at First Presbyterian Church, 1105 Union St., in downtown Brunswick with a reception to follow at Unitarian Universalists of Coastal Georgia, 1710 Gloucester Street, Brunswick. Ga. An additional memorial service will be held at the Eureka Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 17 Elk St. in Eureka Springs, at a later date. Memorial donations can be made to a project at the Unitarian Universalists of Coastal Georgia that is named in Sarah’s honor. Please make checks payable to UUCG, with “Sarah’s Playground” in the memo line. Mailing address: UUCG PO Box 1056, Brunswick, GA 31521
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TRANSITION Alvina Smith Techmeyer was born to Tee and Annie Smith, near Era, Texas, on Sept. 7, 1931. It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our loving, beautiful mother on Oct. 19, 2017, at the age of 86. She taught us everything except how to live without her. At 21, she moved to Fort Worth, beginning her career as a corporate secretary. She worked for the Fort Worth National Bank for many years, and retired from Ken Davis Industries In 1952, she married Buddy Techmeyer, a young man on leave from the Navy and beginning the process of becoming a pilot for Braniff Airways. Throughout years of ups and downs, they raised three children together. Buddy passed away in 1990, but she often joked that someday, she would join him up in the ‘Big House,’ to continue the arguing. Her terrific sense of humor and devotion to family, were just a few of her outstanding qualities. With many close cousins, she grew up in a world of unconditional love and laughter, which she continued to promote throughout her life. She leaves behind her children, Diane Goodwin and husband, Harper; Rod Techmeyer and wife Terri; Mark Techmeyer and wife Anjanette. Grandchildren, Terra Techmeyer, Erica Liberati and husband Tom, Benjamin Techmeyer, Amber Sterling, Callie Tayman and
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Being part of the project, senior Syama Barden said, has shown him the ways he can support the less fortunate. “It’s such an accessible way to help your community, and it’s right there in front of you,” Barden said. “We’re learning about giving back to the community. I think it’s a really good project that needs some more attention.” Seeing her students help others, Sullivan said, makes her feel proud. “I’ve always told them on Thanksgiving day when they sit down at their tables to realize that as a whole they have fed 30 other families that would normally not have a
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Alvina Smith Techmeyer Sept. 7, 1931 – Oct. 19, 2017
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Emily Tayman. Great Grandchildren, Carter and Katie Underwood, Taylor Techmeyer, Tiffany Galttana, and Tatum Carlton. So many very special cousins, friends and loved ones have been, and will continue to be our strong circle of love. A celebration of her life will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 21, in Redbud Hall, Fort Worth Botanical Gardens, Fort Worth, Texas. Words of condolence may be sent to the Techmeyer Families in care of: 3437 W. 7th Street #251, Fort Worth, TX 76107 Online condolences may be sent to the family at nelsonfuneral.com. Thanksgiving dinner,” Sullivan said. “I am trying to teach my students through FBLA to be better and to think of other other people besides themselves.” It’s not too late to help, Henley said. She encouraged everyone to donate to the food drive before the baskets are distributed Nov. 16. “We do have baskets sitting at Harts that we are asking other community members to donate to. If they buy some cans at Harts, they can put them in there,” Henley said. “We will collect those and put them with everything else. It’s not just FBLA doing this. It’s not just Eureka Springs School that is helping. We want the whole community to get involved and raise awareness.”
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