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Carroll County Airport manager resigns
(Local News ~ 10/18/13)
CARROLL COUNTY -- Pork roast and tears were shared as Airport Manager Sheila Evans read her letter of resignation to the commission. She said that she has greatly enjoyed all of her time her and has made some life long friends in the process even though they don't always see eye-to-eye... -
The belly of the BEAST
(Local News ~ 10/18/13)
BERRYVILLE -- On Tuesday night, the BEAST Lab building became a hub of activity for students, parents and community members to see what the students have been working on over the last year. "Due to lousy weather, we were forced to cram everything in our little building, but we had a fun time," EAST Facilitator Kirk Ashworth said... -
Making it official
(Community News ~ 10/18/13)
Rev. Skip French was formally installed as pastor at Berryville's First Christian Church on Sunday, Oct. 6. Elders Loretta Tanner and Dave Buttgen place regalia on French. Looking on is Disciples of Christ Regional Minister Barbara Jones. -
Show off your sprinkles
(Column ~ 10/18/13)
A few years ago, my youngest son and I sat together one evening watching his favorite channel: The Cartoon Network. It wasn't the reruns of Bugs Bunny or Huckleberry Hound from my own youth, but it was entertaining enough. After a few laughs, my son reached up with his small hands and rubbed the skin around my eyes and temples, burrowing his chubby fingers into the ever-deepening crows' feet that now mark my face... -
Carroll County jail log, Oct. 9 through 16
(Police/Fire Report ~ 10/18/13)
The following people were booked into the Carroll County Detention Center from Oct. 9 through Oct. 16, and charged with the following crimes, for which they have not yet been tried: Oct. 9 Roy Leon Corshia, 32, Rogers, was booked for failure to appear... -
Local NRS Shootout champions
(Local News ~ 10/18/13)
Three local mounted shooters capture wins at the 2013 NRS Shootout in Decatur, Texas. Pictured, from left to right, are Kala Howard, Ladies' Level 2 Champion; Sandy Williams, Senior Men's Level 1 Champion; and Sharelle Williams, Ladies Level 1 Champion... -
Berryville tree limb and leaf pick-up scheduled
(Local News ~ 10/18/13)
BERRYVILLE -- At Tuesday's City Council meeting, the final schedule for the 2013 tree limb and leaf pick-up was approved. "If all goes well, we'll have it finished before Christmas," Jay Lee, Berryville administrative assistant, said. The limb pick-up will take place citywide Nov. 18 through 22, with the following guidelines:... -
Flu shot clinics coming to Carroll County
(Local News ~ 10/18/13)
BERRYVILLE -- Those looking to ward off the flu this season should mark Oct. 30 on their calendars. The Carroll County Health Department will be conducting a Mass Flu Shot Clinic on Oct. 30 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the county fairgrounds. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the 2013-2014 flu season starts this month and could last for more than six months... -
Berryville chamber celebrates business leaders
(Local News ~ 10/18/13)
BERRYVILLE -- Local business leaders, government officials and representatives of civic organizations broke bread over fried chicken and coleslaw before honoring a select few businesses and people at the Annual Chamber of Commerce Awards on Tuesday... -
HISID offers counter-proposal to Table Rock Landing lawsuit settlement offer
(Holiday Island ~ 10/18/13)
HOLIDAY ISLAND -- A month after receiving a six-point offer from Table Rock Landing Owners Association to settle its lawsuit against Holiday Island, the HISID Board convened a special meeting Thursday and approved counter-offers on five of the six points... -
HI Hikers and Country Ramblers enjoying hikes
(Holiday Island ~ 10/18/13)
The groups recently visited Crystal Bridges in Bentonville. On Monday, Oct. 21, they'll be hitting Blowing Springs Park in Bella Vista. The group meets at 9 a.m. at the Recreation Center in Holiday Island. The hikewill be of moderate difficulty, and participants should wear hiking boots and carry a walking stick on the bumpy trail, says the group's coordinator, Connie Stielow... -
James F. Wright
(Obituary ~ 10/18/13)
James F. Wright was born on February 6, 1927 in Wichita, Kansas and passed from this life on Oct. 8, 2013, at home in Eureka Springs.
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Terry Keith Bishop
(Obituary ~ 10/18/13)
Terry Keith Bishop, resident of Owasso, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2013, in Tulsa at the age of 73. Terry was born Jul. 5, 1940, at Green Forest, AR to Carl and Louise (Cox) Bishop. He was raised and received his education there, graduating from Green Forest High School. On Jul. 20, 1958, Terry and Pat Jowers were united in marriage at Green Forest. They later moved to Tulsa where he worked as a salesman going door to door and later as a milkman... -
Richard Elroy Lambert
(Obituary ~ 10/18/13)
Richard Elroy Lambert, a resident of Berryville, AR, was born Apr. 12, 1940 in New Orleans, LA, a son of George Jr. and Elmere (Hubsch) Lambert. He departed this life Monday, Oct. 14, 2013 in Harrison, AR at the age of 73 years. Richard worked as a plumber. He proudly served his country in the United States National Guard. He was a member of the Gulfview Hunting Club and the Society of American Magicians...
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Linda Russene Clay
(Obituary ~ 10/18/13)
Early on the morning of Friday, Oct. 11, Linda Russene Clay, 66, of Eureka Springs, AR, passed away. She left this world peacefully, quietly, and with people she loved. She is survived by her two daughters, Maurie Michelle, and Carin Christine Coil; her three sons, Michael Clay Coil, Joshua Caleb Lindsey, and Justin Kyle Lindsey; by her seven grandchildren; and by her three sisters, Debbie Clay, Kathy Harrison, and Dee Garrett...
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Jack Mendenhall
(Obituary ~ 10/18/13)
Jack Mendenhall of Berryville, went to be with his savior, Jesus, on Sept. 10, 2013 at 91 years of age. Jack entered the Jones and Laughlin Steel Mill west of Pittsburgh, PA at 17 years of age as an electrical appren- tice. He served two years aboard a Navy mine sweeper in the South Pacific 1943-1945 as an electrician... -
Hoover Smith
(Obituary ~ 10/18/13)
Hoover Smith, 84, of Berryville, AR passed away at his home Oct. 10, 2013. The son of Onus and Jennie (Allen) Smith was born Dec. 2, 1928 in Berryville and was a life-long resident of Carroll County. On Sept. 1, 1949 he married Ruby (Barb) Jenkins. He and Barb moved to their Berryville farm in 1960. ... -
HISID to meet twice Monday
(Holiday Island ~ 10/18/13)
HOLIDAY ISLAND -- The Holiday Island Board of Commissioners will hold two meetings on Monday, Oct. 21. The first is a regular meeting at 9 a.m. at the district office. The agenda includes distribution of the 2013 budget, discussion of and possible amendment of the sheriff's deputy housing monthly housing allowance and a request by Commissioner Ken Brown to keep the Barn open through December instead of at the end of November for the winter closure. ...
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Eureka Springs suffers season-ending loss to ICC in 3A-North Tournament
(High School Sports ~ 10/18/13)
VALLEY SPRINGS -- Eureka Springs finished its winless season with a 25-17, 25-18, 25-8 loss to Izard County Consolidated Thursday night in the opening round of the 3A-North Conference Tournament in Valley Springs. Senior Haley Comstock led the Lady Highlanders with five kills and three blocks before sustaining a mild concussion in the third set after hitting her head on the floor while diving for a ball. ... -
Green Forest loses more than game in home loss to Alpena
(High School Sports ~ 10/18/13)
GREEN FOREST -- Green Forest solidified the No. 2 seed in 3A-North Conference after a 3-1 loss to Alpena Tuesday night at Fred Grim Gym, 25-21, 22-25, 25-21 and 25-11. The Lady Tigers still garnered a bye in the 3A-North Conference Tournament and will play Saturday at 8:30 p.m. ... -
Lady Bobcats finish regular season with win over Farmington
(High School Sports ~ 10/18/13)
BERRYVILLE -- The first time Berryville played Farmington this year, the Lady Bobcats eased to a straight-set win on the road. It wasn't as simple on their home floor during senior night on Thursday. But the Lady Cats upended the Lady Cardinals 3-1 to finish the regular season 19-1 and 11-1 in 1-4A Conference...
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