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News Briefs
A worker installs the base letters for a sign at Bugsy’s bar on Dickson Street last week. The space, once home to Flying Possum Leather, has since been fitted with an awning and is undergoing an interior renovation project.
Photo: Chris Lankford
The Walton Arts Center’s board of directors discussed possible locations for a downtown parking deck. The group has yet to zero in on a specific site preference.
Fayetteville Roots Festival officials are looking to expand the event’s presence at the Fayetteville Farmers’ Market this year.
Arkansas Razorback Fan Day is set for Saturday, Aug. 18 at Bud Walton Arena. There’s a scrimmage later that day, too.
Speaking of the Razorbacks, the 2012 football team’s fall practice schedule was released last week.
Friday is the deadline to apply for the open seat on the Fayetteville Advertising and Promotion Commission. The group is seeking a new member to fill an unexpired term which expires April 1, 2014.
Monday Events
- JJ’s Grill: John Silva
- The Perk: Open acoustic jam
- Pesto Cafe: Darren Ray
- Powerhouse Seafood: Isayah Warford
- Rogue: Blood Eagle / Beauty in the Color Red / Facing the Alpine
Monday Public Meetings
| Time | Meeting | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 7:00 p.m. | Ward 4 Meeting * | City Hall, Room 111 |
» View all of this week’s public meetings
* Meetings scheduled to be televised by the Fayetteville Government Channel
Monday Birthdays
*Send us your local birthday shout-outs.
Others: Actor Jerry Van Dyke is 81, comedian Carol Leifer is 56, country singer Stacy Dean Campbell is 45, singer Juliana Hatfield is 45, comedian Maya Rudolph is 40 and singer Pete Yorn is 38.
