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Ten members of the Eureka Springs High School Rotary Interact Club went to Tulsa on Saturday, Nov. 23, to work at the Rotary District 6110 Medical Supplies Network, a nonprofit that sends about 8,500 pounds of medical supplies each month to developing nations.

Nov. 25 11:38 a.m. - A report was taken on a minor two-vehicle accident. 1:53 p.m. - A 911 call was unfounded. 5:06 p.m. - An officer responded to a call about a loose dog, and made contact with the owner. 5:23 p.m. - An officer responded to someone putting balloon animals on a statue to speak with the person about the city ordinance...

Eureka Springs will be named the 2019 Volunteer Community of the Year at the Arkansas Municipal League's winter conference in Little Rock on Feb. 13. The award recognizes outstanding volunteerism, community service work and response to community needs completed by ECHO Village and the Mayor's Task Force on Economic Development. ...

The Eureka Springs Historical Museum has announced the unveiling of the recently restored Carry A. Nation mural painted by Louis Freund. The Norton Arts conservation team restored the mural, which was painted by Freund in 1940, to its former glory over the past year...

The Eureka Springs Angel Tree is a way for people to help others in their community be able to have presents on Christmas.

A Cup of Love Ministry will be collecting toys for children 12 and under from now until Dec. 21 to celebrate Jesus' birthday. You can bring the toys to the church Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please keep the gifts unwrapped so they can be labeled and sorted by age...

The Eureka Springs Parks and Recreation Commission is taking the next step toward hiring an accounting firm.

Missi is a large beautiful female, just over a 3 years old. She acts shy at first, but once she warms up to you she will constantly want attention and lap time. She is spayed and has her shots. She's available for adoption at the Good Shepherd Animal Shelter on Highway 62 east of Eureka Springs. The shelter is open from noon to 5 p.m. every day but Tuesday and Wednesday. For more information, call 479-253-9188...

Dan and Suzie Bell are this week's Citizens of the Week. They were nominated by Ken Winston, who said the Bells helped house and employ him after he ended up homeless. "Far more good goes on at ECHO village and thrift than most people realize," Winston said...

Carroll County Sheriff's Office K9 officers Oscar and Striker have new body armor. Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. recently donated bullet- and stab-protective vests to Oscar and Striker. The vests are embroidered with the sentiment, "In honor of K9 Gabo, Jonesboro Police, AR." Vested Interest in K9s, Inc., is a nonprofit located in East Taunton, Mass., whose mission is to provide bullet- and stab-protective vests and other assistance to dogs of law enforcement and related agencies throughout the United States.. ...

Local dentist Kenneth Covington consults with Terry Bushay as he prepares to fit new, high-quality dentures for a patient in ECHO Dental's ultra-modern, fully-equipped dental suites. Covington and Bushay volunteer time and expertise to provide no-cost dentures for uninsured, low-income area residents. Proceeds from this year's Silver Tea will benefit the clinic. The event is scheduled for 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 5, at the Crescent Hotel...

The Nine Lessons presented by the Celebration Choir of Eureka Springs will be held at 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8, at the First United Methodist Church in Eureka Springs. Featured guests are Berryville's High School Encore Choir and Band Percussion Ensemble, with the encore choir presenting a brief pre-concert performance beginning at 3:40 p.m. ...

The Eureka Springs City Council is still considering what it would mean to establish a permanent entertainment district downtown.

Nov. 18 6:10 p.m. - A caller reported a dead deer in the road. 6:12 p.m. - A caller reported a man carrying a woman down the street and the officer found them and gave them a ride home. 7:23 p.m. - A caller said a man ran out in front of him as he was driving and almost hit him but the officer couldn’t locate the person...

The Eureka Springs Hospital Commission is moving forward with repair work at 25 Norris Street.

The 53rd annual Silver Tea will not have alcohol for sale. A story in the Nov. 21 edition incorrectly described the event. The Haddock Lane Trail in Holiday Island was recognized with a state award from the Arkansas Recreation & Parks Association in October. A story in the Nov. 21 edition incorrectly described the award...

The Eureka Springs Parks and Recreation Commission is considering changes to the way financial information is reported.

Homegrown talent Brick Fields Blues Therapy Group is among the artists and bands vying for a nomination in the 18th annual Independent Music Awards (IMAs), the influential platform for established and emerging artists from around the globe. If nominated, Brick Fields would be among this year's winners announced during the IMA ceremony in the summer of 2020 at the Symphony Space Performing Arts Center in New York City. ...

The Connect 4 advisory board on Tuesday approved the purchase of $48,738 worth of equipment, which will be fully reimbursed from a state grant through the Office of Skills and Development.

The Eureka Springs First United Methodist Church has announced a new program for local 4th, 5th and 6th graders called Children In Action (CIA). CIA will meet every Wednesday from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the church. The program will encourage kids to explore, dream, pray, talk, make plans, help others, share ideas and celebrate their trumps and achievements. ...

With a little help from the Carroll County Community Foundation, Clear Spring School and the Eureka Springs School of the Arts are growing their relationship.

Good Shepherd Humane Society is expanding its foster care program.

Watercolor artist Richard Stephens gives a painting demonstration at the Eureka Springs Community Center on Thursday, Nov. 21. The community center partnered with Eureka Springs School of the Arts to offer the demonstration.

Eureka Springs High School FBLA students are this week's Citizens of the Week. The students have been working to put together Thanksgiving baskets for local families in need. This year, 20 families will receive baskets. To nominate somebody for Citizen of the Week, email Samantha Jones at Citizen.Editor.Eureka@gmail.com...

Sealia is a female Terrier, approximately a year old. She is a young dog that is eager to play. She already knows how to sit and give paw. She is looking for a family to grow old with. She is spayed and has her shots. She's available for adoption at the Good Shepherd Animal Shelter on Highway 62 east of Eureka Springs. The shelter is open from noon to 5 p.m. every day but Tuesday and Wednesday. For more information, call 479-253-9188...

Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge is featured in a National Geographic article released online Thursday, Nov. 14, as well as in the December print edition of the magazine. The 30-page spread, written by Sharon Guynup, focuses on the big cat trade and all its facets such as cub petting, breeding and abuse. This article brings attention to the abuse that big cats face across the nation, shining light on the dark underbelly of the trade throughout the United States...

The Eureka Springs Farmers' Market will hold holiday hours from 9 a.m. to noon on the first three Thursdays of December at the Eureka Springs Community Center: Dec. 5, Dec. 9 and Dec. 19. The holiday market will feature the usual local food and a broader selection of local crafts for all your holiday needs. Local crafters and artists are welcome to participate. For more information, visit www.Facebook.com/events/417109382314416...

The Holiday Island Hikers have been recognized for their hard work building Haddock Lane Trail.

The Eureka Springs Hospital Commission is working to improve the property at 25 Norris St.

Nov. 11 11:11 a.m. - A 911 call was unfounded. 2:23 p.m. - An officer responded to give some kids a ride home. 7:07 p.m. - Officers responded to check on a person sleeping on a caller’s back deck. 9:11 p.m. - A subject was arrested on outstanding warrants...

The Arkansas State Highway Commission has approved a bid for improvements to a roadway in Carroll and Madison counties, according to the Arkansas Department of Transportation officials. The purpose of the project is to overly 23.1 miles of selected sections of State Highway 23 between Huntsville and Eureka Springs. APAC-Central, Inc. of Fayetteville was awarded the contract for $6,982,304.05...

The Eureka Springs City Advertising and Promotion Commission approved its 2020 budget on Wednesday, Nov. 13.

The Eureka Springs Parks and Recreation Commission held a town hall meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 12, as one of the first steps toward developing a master plan.

The Christmas social season is fast approaching Eureka Springs, with St. James' Episcopal Church formally announcing its 53rd annual Silver Tea to be held from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 5, at the Crescent Hotel in the Crystal Ballroom. The Silver Tea gala is a traditional kick-off to the Christmas season in Eureka Springs. ...

A Eureka Springs man who was arrested after a standoff with special response officers in September remained in the Carroll County Detention Center on Tuesday after a judge denied a request to lower his $500,000 bond.

The Academy of Excellence is giving a helping hand to those in need. On Saturday, Nov. 16, the school came together to pack 10,000 meals to send to Haiti as part of the Feed the Need mission. Pastor Chad Hill said the event is a fundraising effort for the school, a faith-based organization located at Faith Christian Family Church on Huntsville Road in Eureka Springs.

Eureka Springs Fire & EMS are this week's Citizens of the Week. The crew visited Eureka Springs High School on Monday to train and certify 25 students in CPR. Each student will receive their American Heart Association certification card. To nominate somebody for Citizen of the Week, email Samantha Jones at Citizen.Editor.Eureka@gmail.com...

Cally is an extraordinarily beautiful senior kitty. She is a longhaired muted calico. Cally is a bit of a diva and must be an inside only cat and no other kitties allowed. She's the queen!  She knows what she wants. Canned food and the love and adoration of her owner is high up on the list. ...

These representatives from the 1886 Crescent Hotel and Spa recently attended the Historic Hotels of America awards banquet at the annual conference at Pinehurst Resort. Pictured from left to right are proprietor Elise Roenigk, director of marketing and communications Bill Ott and executive vice-president and general manager Jack Moyer...

You can rain on their parade but that won’t stop Eureka Springs veterans from honoring those who have served our country. Despite near freezing rain, the Eureka Springs Veterans Day Parade rolled on Monday morning.

Nov. 4 1:13 p.m. - A caller reported a 2-vehicle accident but the vehicles were gone when the officer arrived and there were no injuries. 11:43 p.m. - Officers responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle. 11:52 p.m. - An officer responded to a dispute between guests at a hotel...

The Eureka Springs school board voted Wednesday to move forward with renovating the elementary building.

The Eureka Springs Hospital Commission is gearing up for Allegiance Health Management's exit. At a workshop on Saturday, Nov. 9, the commission considered applicants to help the hospital make the transition between management companies. Chairman John House said the commission's job was to find a person or company to help the hospital over the next six months. The commission sent a letter to Allegiance terminating the lease agreement in October, House said, and Allegiance has six months to vacate the hospital.

All 11 members of the Carroll County Quorum Court filed as candidates for re-election during the filing period that closed at noon Tuesday. District 8 Justice of the Peace Don McNeely, a Republican, and District 11 JP John Howerton, a Democrat, filed their paperwork Tuesday morning...

The former pastor of a Eureka Springs church faces felony charges after allegedly siphoning nearly $70,000 in donations for his personal use.

Curry is a female, approximately 1.5 years old. She is very friendly and gets along well with other dogs. Curry is very playful and loves playing with her roommate Major. She is spayed and has her shots. She's available for adoption at the Good Shepherd Animal Shelter on Highway 62 east of Eureka Springs. The shelter is open from noon to 5 p.m. every day but Tuesday and Wednesday. For more information, call 479-253-9188...

All the veterans who have served our country are this week's Citizens of the Week. Lovely County Citizen is thankful to everyone who has made sacrifices for our freedom. To nominate somebody for Citizen of the Week, email Samantha Jones at Citizen.Editor.Eureka@gmail.com...

Here are the recently installed officers of the Arkansas Chapter A PEO. Pictured from left to right are Ann Ferrell, Sharl Taylor, Kathy Manley, Camilla Ingram, Jan Carrothers, Delain Cavanah and Lois Swatzlander.

John Two-Hawks and the Celebration Choir will perform as part of A Day of Thankful Hearts on Saturday, Nov. 16, at First Christian Church at 736 Passion Play Road in Eureka Springs. Fifty percent of ticket sales will go to Jeremiah House, a two-year residential program in Carroll County for women recovering from human trafficking, abuse and/or addiction...