Youth council gets inside look at county government

Members of the Mayor’s Youth Council learned about voting, jury service and the workings of county government during a Wednesday, Oct. 7, tour of the Madison County Courthouse.

Rising fuel costs squeeze local government budgets

Fuel spending for Madison County’s Road and Bridge Department nearly doubled from September 2025 to September 2026, putting pressure on a budget that must also cover other road maintenance expenses.

City considers legal action over police vehicle equipment

The City of Huntsville may pursue legal action against a Kansas company that Mayor Travis Dotson says failed to install police equipment in vehicles purchased for the city’s police department.

Planning board reviews land use rules, approves subdivision

The Madison County Planning Board reviewed proposed commercial and industrial land use regulations and approved a four-home subdivision during its Monday, Oct. 5, meeting.

Teen Summit targets sixth graders with drug prevention message

The Madison County Health Coalition will host its annual Teen Summit for sixth graders from Huntsville, Kingston and St. Paul schools from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 21, at the AT & Georgia Mae Smith Activity Center.

Circuit clerk’s office honored for accurate court records

The Madison County Circuit Clerk’s Office received a 2026 Court Data Honor for accurate reporting of circuit court case dispositions during the annual Arkansas Court Automation Programs Conference.

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MADISON COUNTY SPORTS NEWS

Gravette hands Huntsville third shutout loss

Gravette scored four touchdowns while running just one offensive play in the opening minutes of a 70-0 victory over Huntsville in 4A-1 Conference football action Friday at Lion Stadium.

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Huntsville girls take division title at Springdale

The Huntsville girls finished fifth overall and were the only team to post a score in the 1A-4A division at the Springdale Schools Invitational cross country meet on Saturday, Oct. 10.

Huntsville hosts district volleyball tournament

Huntsville entered this week’s 4A-1 District Volleyball Tournament as the fourth seed, needing one victory on its home court to qualify for the regional tournament at Mena. The Lady Eagles …

Villines closes Kingston golf career at state

Kingston senior Blane Villines finished his high school golf career with a trip to the Class 1A state tournament, shooting a 104 to place 36th at Glenwood Country Club on Oct. 6.

Eagles look for positive things emerging from perfect storm

On Friday night, I felt as if I was watching a highlight reel for Gravette football with the Lions jumping out to a 28-0 lead less than five minutes into the game on their way to beating Huntsville, 70-0.

Letter to the Editor, Oct. 15, 2026

Supports Democratic candidates Dear editor: I have been a voter for 50+ years and never publicly endorsed a candidate until now. Hallie Shoffner, a 6th generation farmer who can’t …

Arkansas Legislative Council shapes policy

The Arkansas Legislative Council (ALC), one of the most influential bodies in state government, has quietly shaped Arkansas policy for more than 75 years.

Bringing civics to life

One of the greatest privileges of serving Arkansas in the United States Senate is welcoming Arkansans to the Capitol.

County fairs offer a snapshot of Americana

County fairs offer a snapshot of Americana, showcasing the hard work and skills of the people in their communities.

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8 personal banking tasks you should automate to save time and money

Mercury reports on automating personal banking tasks to save time and money, highlighting eight tasks like automatic savings and payment setups.

How a smarter home can help families reclaim their time

(BPT) - It's a Thursday evening at home, and all you want to do is relax with your family. However, the mental list of possible to-dos stops you from being fully present with your loved ones. …

10 best cities to rent rather than own a house in 2026

TheZebra.com reports that Salt Lake City, Denver, and Austin are among the top 10 U.S. cities where renting is more affordable than buying.

6 Ways to Create a More Sustainable Bathroom

(Feature Impact) Conserving water, energy and resources is key to running an environmentally friendly household, and one of the best places to start is your bathroom. As one of the most frequently used rooms in the house, it's a small space that makes a big difference. Every flush, shower, twist of the tap and restock of restroom essentials is an opportunity to manage your ecological footprint.

What are typical mistakes homeowners make when refinishing hardwood floors?

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