Draft budget gets the once-over at CAPC
At the Wednesday, Sept. 10 workshop, the City Advertising and Promotion Commission started 2026 budget talks with Finance Director Ty Reed presenting a draft....
Citizen throws shade on proposed tree cut
Members of the Planning Commission heard some criticism from the public about a decision made in August that granted permission to remove a maple...
Who wouldn’t want a redtail shark in the living room?
Sean McCanless has the perfect answer for anyone wanting no-hassle pets that will entertain you on a gray day, don’t have to be groomed,...
Hospital finance scrutiny continues
Alderman Rachael Moyer added to city council’s agenda on Monday Sept. 8 – an update on Hospital finances – having reviewed documents provided by...
Metal carport roofs get HDC OK
The Historic District Commission had tabled discussion of a wooden carport with a metal roof at its last meeting. On Sept. 3, the HDC...
Larson to leave school board on a high note
At the conclusion of Monday night’s meeting of the Eureka Springs School Board, Al Larson announced that he would not run for re-election. Larson...
Getting ‘business’ off the ground
It’s happened to the best of us. You’re off to an important meeting or date, it’s a gorgeous day and you’re feeling good about...
Museum and CAPC partnership clarified
The City Advertising and Promotion Commission completed discussion on the Eureka Springs Historical Museum’s contract for services as a city visitor center at their...
Privacy of student phones cleared up
The Independent received a letter from a parent complaining about cell-phone policies in the Eureka Springs School District. The letter objected to the district’s...
Tax auction results for Carroll and Madison counties
The recent auction of tax-delinquent properties in Carroll and surrounding counties raised over $283,000.00 the Commissioner of State Lands (COSL) announced. The regional auction...