Planning commissions do important work, but it s not often they draw editorial comment. But when a subdivision is proposed next to a Civil War battlefield and national park, a little extra scrutiny is in order.
For 87 years, Pea Ridge has been divided into two wards and had four City Council members. In the wake of expansive growth, the city has been divided into three wards and is adding two more council members.
With names like Chicken Spur, Crekside, Mule Barn, On Ya Left, The Nest, Trolls Trail and Harrison Street Connector, the trails at Baker Hayes Trail System range from 2/10ths of a mile to .43 miles with difficulty ranging from easiest to extremely difficult and offer an opportunity for people of all ages and skill levels.