August 25, 2022
Helm’s murder trial begins
A jury trial began Tuesday morning in Eureka Springs for the first of three defendants accused in the 2018 killing of a local man trial. Jason Hartley Helm is charged with first-degree murder and cruelty to animals in connection with the death of Chris Alvard, whose body was found in his home near Eureka Springs.
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Ott to pay $1,000, settle lawsuit
Eureka Springs City Council member Bill Ott will pay the city $1,000 to settle a lawsuit Ott filed in 2021. The city council approved the settlement agreement at its regular meeting Monday night.
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County hit with three more deaths
After a week of no reported local deaths attributed to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Arkansas Department of Health reported three more Carroll County residents had died from complications related to the novel coronavirus, bringing the local death toll to 112.
Read MoreCounty hit with three more deathsGriffin vetoes JPs’ decision on CCSO major
Editor’s Note: Emails quoted in this report have not been edited for grammar, spelling or punctuation. Carroll County Judge Ronda Griffin vetoed an ordinance approved by the county’s quorum court that would have rescinded the position of major in the sheriff’s office.
Read MoreGriffin vetoes JPs’ decision on CCSO majorAttorney seeks dismissal in Tomarchio suit
An Arkansas Municipal League attorney filed a response last week on behalf of Eureka Springs Mayor Butch Berry and other city officials, asking a judge to dismiss a civil lawsuit filed by a former city employee.
Read MoreAttorney seeks dismissal in Tomarchio suitParks director announces plans to step down
Eureka Springs Parks and Recreation Director Scott Miskiel has announced he is stepping down at the end of the year to spend more time with family. Miskiel, who was first named interim director in October 2020, made the announcement at the Aug.
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Leave them be!
Leaves of three — leave them be! This is the time of the year to be on the lookout for poison ivy and poison oak. While these shrubs do not bother some people, many find they make summertime miserable.
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Amy Grant performace rescheduled
Amy Grant, who was scheduled to appear at the Eureka Springs City Auditorium on Friday, Oct. 21, has postponed her fall tour due to a bicycle accident sustained last month.
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Send calendar entries to Rick Harvey at RHarvey@cherryroad.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.
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