"I love that everyone matters and anything is possible in Eureka Springs", Jayme Brandt

When did you move here, Jayme? And what groups are you active in? We moved here in 2000 and we have a few business interests including Tee Rex Toys, Night Owl lodging in Downtown Eureka Springs and I'm a partner in the Shuttle Bug. I also have a new gallery that I'm a partner with in Bentonville, Kinship.

Where is your favorite place to eat downtown? Local Flavor is my go to. It's consistently good for lunch or dinner and has a great vibe. The people are really wonderful who work there and Connie and Britt, the owners, are such a great part of the community.

Where is your favorite place to shop downtown? I'm partial, but my favorite shop really is Tee Rex. I love vintage toys and comic culture and Tee Rex brings all of that together. We sell original art, new toys and apparel, too. It's just a cool place to be.

What is your favorite thing to do in Downtown Eureka Springs? My kids and I like to follow all the strange winding roads, paths, trails and staircases. You never know where you're going to end up and it's like an adventure every time we head out.

If you could make Downtown more awesome what would you do? I'd continue to create the party vibe at night in the shops and in the streets. People come to Eureka Springs to have a great time, experience something new - I want them to be able to do that after 6PM.

What three words describe Downtown Eureka Springs to you? Creative, Quirky, Authentic - it really is like no other place.

"My only hope is to leave Eureka Springs a little nicer - even though it's pretty perfect as it is", Dee Bright

When did you move here, Dee? And what groups are you active in? We moved here in 2002 when we bought lodging at Eureka Downtown Suites, I'm part of the Main Street Eureka Springs Board, Eureka Springs Preservation Society and I serve on the Historic District Commission.

Where is your favorite place to eat downtown? Mud Street! My family knows that if they are in town we are heading to breakfast at Mud Street. Either the new Annex or the original. Doesn't matter which because both are just great.

Where is your favorite place to shop downtown? Blackie's Backyard! We have kitties and I feed a stray kitty that lives under where Vintage Cargo is located. I've been caring for that little guy for years! I also know that my guests at Eureka Downtown Suite's love to pick up goodies for their dogs and cats to bring home. It's just great having such a quality pet shop in our downtown.

What is your favorite thing to do in Downtown Eureka Springs? Walk! This town is made for walking. There are in town trails that take you from one place to the other. Lake Leatherwood has beautiful trails all around the lake. Even just a walk around the Historic Loop is beautiful.

If you could make Downtown more awesome what would you do? I'd continue to work on making Basin Spring Park the best it can be. It's the heart of our downtown and I just want it to shine all year long.

What three words describe Downtown Eureka Springs to you? Fun, Peaceful and Beautiful. It's what brought me here and why I work so hard to keep it that way.

Ken Riley's motto is "I love my little town" and he shares that with everyone he meets. As a realtor at Century 21 Real Estate he gets to meet many folks who want to make Eureka Springs their home.

When did you move here, Ken? And what groups are you active in? We moved here in 2005 and I started the Fall Bulb Planter's group to add Century 21 Gold daffodils throughout the area, I'm part of the Main Street Eureka Springs Board and the Carroll County Board of Realtors.

Where is your favorite place to eat downtown? Hands down, Local Flavor. Owner, Britt Evans has created a lovely restaurant that is always wonderful. That kind of consistency is easy to love and there isn't a thing on the menu I don't enjoy... maybe a little too much.

Where is your favorite place to shop downtown? Nelson's because I can find something for myself in their Man Cave, gifts for friends and family and it's just a nice atmosphere.

What is your favorite thing to do in Downtown Eureka Springs? People watch in Basin Spring Park. It doesn't really get better than that. You see all kinds of people and it's just fun anytime of day or night.

If you could make Downtown more awesome what would you do? I'd make parking more accessible and easier to navigate. I know everyone is working on this and I salute every solution!

What three words describe Downtown Eureka Springs to you? Architecture, Art, foodandfun. Ok. I cheated on that last one. I can't help it. I just love my little town.