Restaurant and bar news: Now open and coming soon
With the University of Arkansas students back in town, and football season just around the corner, it’s time for another roundup of all the recent movement in the bar and restaurant world.
Posted in: August 2012
Fall adult co-ed volleyball registration now open, games begin Oct. 15
Registration for the city’s inaugural season of fall adult co-ed volleyball is now open and runs through Friday, Oct. 12.
Prediction contest: Arkansas vs. Jacksonville State
Let us know what you think the final score will be. If you’re the closest, you’ll get a free t-shirt from Bearstate Supply.
Fayetteville public meetings: Sept. 3-7
Public meetings scheduled for Monday, Sept. 3 through Friday, Sept. 7, 2012.
Weekend Flyer: Aug. 31 – Sept. 3
News, weather, events and more for Friday, Aug. 31 through Monday, Sept. 3, 2012.
Washington County Fair adds extra day due to weather
Heavy rains are in the forecast for the weekend due to Hurricane Isaac, but the folks at the Washington County Fair aren’t going to let it ruin their fun.
Daily Flyer: Thursday, Aug. 30
News, weather, events and more for Thursday, Aug. 30, 2012.
Vote for Arkansas in Southern Living’s tailgating contest
The University of Arkansas is in the top 20 best tailgating schools in the south, according to Southern Living magazine.
Goodwill coming to former ALDI store at College Avenue and Appleby Road
Goodwill Industries of Arkansas plans to open a Goodwill Store at 703 E. Appleby Rd. on Sept. 13.
Flyer predictions for 2012-13 Arkansas Razorback football
Once again, there are a few notable SEC teams in Arkansas’ way, so we went to current and former Flyers to ask their opinion on this new season:
Giveaway: Stomp, Sept. 7 at Walton Arts Center
They drum. They dance. They’re Stomp, and they’re coming to the Walton Arts Center for a series of shows Sept. 7-9. Try to win some tickets.
TheatreSquared kicks off 2012 season with ‘Noises Off’
The theatre company is launching its seventh season with Michael Fayn’s comedy, Noises Off, set to open on Friday, Aug. 31 at Nadine Baum Studios.
Daily Flyer: Wednesday, Aug. 29
News, weather, events and more for Wednesday, Aug. 29, 2012.
Arkansas and Texas A&M to resume Cowboys Stadium football series in 2014
University of Arkansas officials today announced an agreement with Texas A&M to resume a long-term football series in Cowboys Stadium beginning in 2014.
Panel chooses tunnel for Frisco Trail crossing at MLK
With so much support already in the bag, it should come as no surprise that the Fayetteville Street Committee voted unanimously Tuesday evening to build a tunnel under Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard.
Committee members compromise on Center Street sidewalk plan
The Fayetteville City Council’s Street Committee voted on Tuesday to approve construction of three “bumpouts” which will extend the width of the sidewalks to about 16 feet in some areas on the south side of the street.
Candidates warned of political sign violations in Fayetteville
Political candidates who don’t keep proper tabs on their campaign signs could face prosecution this year, said City Attorney Kit Williams.
Arkansas Razorbacks launch new website, iPhone app
The University of Arkansas athletic department just launched a new website design, and a new iPhone app to help fans follow the Hogs this season.
Street Committee to decide on Center Street sidewalk improvements, MLK trail crossing
The Fayetteville City Council’s Street Committee is set to make two major decisions during its regular meeting Tuesday evening.
‘Another night for Eugenius,’ featuring Lost Bayou Ramblers, set for Aug. 28
After a hugely successful benefit for local artist Eugene Sargent back in July, some more of his friends are getting into the act this month.
