Eagles’ pee-wee program hosts first Homecoming

The Huntsville Eagles’ pee-wee football and cheer program hosted their first homecoming Saturday, Oct. 5. Third through sixth grade students in the program named 6th graders Josie Thomas as …

Residents see tax rates go up and up

A boom in new construction caused property tax values to increase in Madison County by 75 percent, but 2024 taxes, limited by state law, didn’t match that level.

Capital murder charges dropped

Murder charges were dropped Tuesday against former Huntsville resident Jeffrey Ryan Kelly, who was accused of a double homicide in Madison County in 2021.

City to apply for Rural Service Block Grant

At a special meeting Thursday, Oct. 3, the Huntsville City Council authorized Mayor Travis Dotson to apply for a Rural Services Block Grant on behalf of the Huntsville Fire Department.

Benefit for Shayla Scott set as she awaits transplant

CB fans tune in. “Breaker, breaker 9-1-1, this is the Rubber Duck and we’re organizing a fundraiser.”

SNAP benefits expanded for Marshallese

As of Oct. 1, the Marshallese residing in Arkansas can gain access to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Transitional Employment Assistance (TEA) benefits if they qualify for the programs.

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MADISON COUNTY SPORTS NEWS

Eagles exceed predictions, still can’t score

Huntsville quarterback Marcus Shepherd tries to elude the Prairie Grove rush.

Huntsville played better offensively than many predicted, but couldn’t find the end zone and lost 45-0 to Prairie Grove on Friday.

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Kingston senior wins golf title, team second

Kingston senior Lauren Fancher made par four times on the front nine and shot a 91 to win the Class 1A State girls golf championship on Oct. 2.

Cross Country teams perform above and beyond at local meets

Huntsville’s cross country teams competed with good results over the weekend.

Elkins rolls over Berryville in 4A-1 Conference football

Elkins improved its 4A-1 Conference record to 2-0 with a resounding 55-6 victory over Berryville on Friday.

Cruz’n the Square on top of the world

It’s hard to miss the irony. In the last week of September Madison County Judge Larry Garrett issued a burn ban, but a week later “controlled burnouts” thrilled the throng gathered along War Eagle Avenue to shoot video and photograph muscle cars and pickups roasting their tires at the conclusion of the 17th annual “Cruz’n the Square” event.

State lawmakers support gun ownership

A subcommittee of legislators is close to finishing its year-long study of Arkansas gun laws.

Inspiring Future Generations of Outdoor Enthusiasts

As a kid, I always wanted to be outside. I especially enjoyed fishing and riding my bike around Fort Smith with my friends.

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