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Inshassi wins ‘Imagination’ fellowship from Writers’ Colony
The Writers’ Colony at Dairy Hollow has announced that Siham Inshassi is the winner of the 2024 “Imagination” Fellowship. Inshassi was selected from 52 applications received from writers across the U.S.
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Eureka Springs Times-Echo The Holiday Island City Council has passed the final hurdle in a project that has spanned many months in establishing license fees and requirements for businesses in the city.
Read MoreHI council approves business-license ordinanceHospital to host town hall meeting
Eureka Springs Hospital will host a Town Hall meeting focused on the hospital’s new Rural Emergency Hospital (REH) designation at 2 p.m. Thursday, March 14, at the Eureka Springs Auditorium.
Read MoreHospital to host town hall meetingState Chili Championship scheduled April 20 in Holiday Island
The 8th annual Arkansas State Chili Championship will be held Saturday, April 20, at the Holiday Island Country Club. Numerous chili cooks from around the country will compete for $3,000 in prize money in four categories: Red Chili, Green Chili, Homestyle and People’s Choice.
Read MoreState Chili Championship scheduled April 20 in Holiday IslandHuss facing attempted homicide charge in Wisconsin
Justin Huss, the former Eureka Springs parks and recreation director who is suing the city over his firing in October 2020, is being held on a $2 million bond in Fond du Lac County, Wis., as he awaits trial on charges including attempted homicide.
Read MoreHuss facing attempted homicide charge in WisconsinCity receives $1.5 million for repairs to Black Bass Dam
Eureka Springs Mayor Butch Berry has announced that $1.5 million requested through the Community Project Fund has been released to the city for repairs to Black Bass Dam. The city was notified of the funds on Monday, March 4, by U.S.
Read MoreCity receives $1.5 million for repairs to Black Bass Dam3 accused in murder due in court Monday
Three men who were arrested in the death of Christopher Alvard at his home near Eureka Springs more than six years ago are scheduled to appear in court Monday, March 11. The hearing, scheduled for 11 a.m.
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Student of the Month
Delia Tapia-Ibarra was selected as the February Caught Your Character Student of the Month at Eureka Springs High School. “On any given day, you will find Delia helping someone,” her nomination said. “She tutors younger students, she helps in the classrooms and is a leader in activities and sports programs. She is kindhearted and wants everyone to succeed.” Delia (left) is pictured with Jennifer Cross of Mud Street Cafe, which sponsors the award and provided a special lunch.
Read MoreStudent of the MonthESPD officer fatally shoots man during struggle
The Arkansas State Police’s Criminal Investigation Division is investigating a fatal shooting involving a Eureka Springs police officer. According to an ASP news release, dispatchers with the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call on Friday, March 1, from the Rowdy Beaver Den at 47 Spring St.
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