City Council recap for May 21, 2013
A list of the items up for approval during the meeting including links to downloadable PDFs for more information on each item.
Section: News & Views
West Center student apartment complex still on track for construction
The five-story, 471-bed West Center complex will sit on the south side of Center Street between Duncan and Harmon avenues.
Tornado watch issued for Northwest Arkansas
The National Weather Service has issued a tornado watch until 10 p.m. Monday in Northwest Arkansas.
Fayetteville public meetings: May 20-24, 2013
A list of public meetings scheduled in Fayetteville this week.
Old Post Office building in downtown Fayetteville back under contract
It’s been a bit of a whirlwind year for the Old Post Office, but it looks as though the building at the center of the Fayetteville square could have a new owner soon.
2013 Fayetteville Foam Fest raises $15,000 for Feed Fayetteville
Festival organizers on Thursday announced that the event netted $15,000 for local food charity Feed Fayetteville.
Historic walking tour planned on Fayetteville square
Anyone interested in joining the tour should how up a little before 4 p.m. at the Fayetteville Visitor’s Center, located on the southwest corner of the square.
New Flyer Sponsor: Haas Hall Academy
Fayetteville-based charter school Haas Hall Academy has been racking up accolades and achievements in 2013. We’re excited to announce that the school is also the newest sponsor of the Fayetteville Flyer.
Mount Sequoyah receives $300,000 grant for facility upgrades
Mount Sequoyah Retreat and Conference Center officials last week announced that the center has been awarded a $300,000 matching grant from the United Methodist Foundation of Arkansas.
Commission unveils 2013 Fayetteville Insider’s Guide, local profile selections
The annual publication offers information for visitors and people looking to relocate to the area, and serves as a resource for local residents. The guide features a pull-out map, lists of attractions and dining options, a festival calendar and more.
University of Arkansas board to consider tuition increases
When the University of Arkansas Board of Trustees meets in Little Rock on Tuesday, they’ll consider tuition increases for system campuses across the state.
A&P Commission awards over $160,000 during spring 2013 funding meeting
The Fayetteville Advertising and Promotion Commission awarded over $160,000 to help fund 15 projects during its regular spring special funding discussion Monday afternoon.
Wanted: 20 volunteers for Fayetteville boards, commissions and committees
Applications must be mailed or hand delivered to the City Clerk’s office or emailed to city_clerk@ci.fayetteville.ar.us by 5 p.m. May 31.
Fayetteville public meetings: May 13-17, 2013
For questions about any of the following meetings, please contact the city’s administration office at 479-575-8323.
Bike to Work Week is May 12-18 in Fayetteville
Get out your bike, and get ready to ride, Fayetteville. Bike to Work Week kicks off on Sunday, May 12.
Google’s timelapse tool shows growth of west Fayetteville
When people talk about the incredible growth west Fayetteville has seen over the last two decades, they aren’t exaggerating.
Artist Stacy Levy’s ‘Spiral Wetland’ in place at Lake Fayetteville
The 129-foot-long “Spiral Wetland” structure, which floats on the surface of the lake, was commissioned by Walton Arts Center as part of the 2013 Artosphere festival.
Farmer’s Market expansion vote delayed until May 21
There’s still no decision on whether the Fayetteville Farmers’ Market can expand on the downtown square.
UA Commencement ceremonies set for Saturday, May 11
Ceremonies begin at 8:45 a.m. on Saturday, May 11 at Bud Walton Arena with the All-University ceremony for graduate students, and continue through the day.
Kum & Go plans move forward at former Tyson factory site
Kum & Go is one step closer to building a new gas station southeast Fayetteville.
