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Recon VI answers veterans’ calls for help

For Army veteran Vince Eastwood, helping fellow veterans means being ready to answer a call at any hour — and finding help when someone is in crisis.

Kingston board mulls millage increase

The Kingston School Board is considering asking voters for the district’s first millage increase since it became independent earlier this year, but members say they need more financial information and community feedback before deciding how much to seek.

County weighs sales tax decline in budget planning

Declining sales tax receipts could affect three Madison County departments as officials prepare the 2027 budget, Treasurer Amanda Born said.

Huntsville officer, K-9 return to patrol after evaluation

A Huntsville police officer and his K-9 partner have returned to patrol after an evaluation prompted by an Oct. 22 incident in which the dog became separated from its handler and grabbed a woman’s sweatshirt sleeve at Mitchusson Park.

Fire department plans chili cookoff Saturday

The Huntsville Fire Department will host its third annual chili cookoff from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Fire Station No. 2 on Harmony Road.

Planning commission approves permits, seeks garage details

The Huntsville Planning Commission approved three permits and requested more information about a proposed garage addition and remodel during a special meeting Wednesday, Nov. 4.
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Eagles challenge Elkins before falling 49-28

Huntsville made 4A-1 champion Elkins work for its sixth consecutive conference title, taking an early lead and staying within a touchdown at halftime before the Elks pulled away for a 49-28 victory Friday, Nov. 6, at Eagle Stadium.
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Huntsville girls basketball coach Greg McCone is counting on a mix of experienced players and enthusiastic sophomores as the Lady Eagles prepare for the season.
The Huntsville boys cross country team finished fourth at the Class 4A state meet Thursday, Nov. 5, in Hot Springs.
Kingston’s bid for a sixth consecutive girls cross country state championship ended with the Lady Yellowjackets finishing second at the Class 1A state cross country meet at Hot Springs on Thursday, Nov. 5.
Local Obituaries
Obituaries
Charles Bedford Baker
Charles Bedford Baker, 93, of Elm Springs, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026, at Circle of Life Hospice in Springdale. 
Helen M. Rockwell
Helen M. Rockwell, 85 of Abilene, Kan., passed away Oct. 30, 2026.  
James Dwight Allen
James Dwight Allen, known to family and friends as Dwight, 76, of Hindsville, Arkansas, died at home on Nov. 4, 2026.
Mary Lee Todd
Mary Lee Todd, 81, of Marble, Ark., passed away peacefully on Monday, Oct. 26, 2026, at Circle of Life Hospice in Springdale, Ark., surrounded by her loved ones.
Michael L. Kulka
Michael L. Kulka, age 53, passed away Oct. 13, 2026, in a tragic fire at his home in Wesley, Ark. 
Opinion
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A different point of view

I spent part of my weekend riding around Eureka Springs and another part cleaning my garage.

Letter to the Editor, Nov. 12, 2026

Historical Improvements Dear editor:   I read an article in the Oct. 28 edition of The Madison County Record about improvements to Polk Square. No where did I read a suggestion that a …
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Legislature reviews proposed budget

With the election season finally wrapped up, the work of getting ready for the next legislative session is moving full speed ahead.

Lawmakers complete budget review process ahead of 2027 legislative session

Arkansas lawmakers have just completed a month-long series of budget pre-hearings, marking the first step in developing the state’s budget for 2027.

Enshrining Gulf War veterans’ service

The men and women who carried out Operations Desert Storm and Desert Shield finally have a place in Washington, D.C. to reflect on their service, honor fallen comrades and share their experiences with visitors from around our nation and across the world.
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