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Sapphire, author of “Push,” to speak at FPL April 20
The Fayetteville Public Library has scheduled the author who goes by the name Sapphire to speak at 7 p.m. April 20 in the library’s Media & Magazine section.
Justin Tennant, Mark Kinion announce candidacy for city council
Justin Tennant has announced his candidacy to run for the Fayetteville City Council, Ward 3 seat, held by Robert Rhoads.
Block Avenue construction begins March 24
The project will officially be underway as of March 24 when Dickson Street is temporarily closed off at the intersection of Block Avenue.
Fayetteville Compost available again March 23
Screened compost is once again available for purchase while supplies last.
Root Elementary to be certified as a ‘Litter-Free Zone’
John Coleman at the Municipal Live Wire blog is reporting that Fayetteville’s Root Elementary school is set to be certified as a Litter-Free Zone by the Keep Arkansas Beautiful Commission on Wednesday.
Osburn Motor Co. fire under investigation
We arrived late on the scene to take a few photos and police officials assured us there were no injuries.
Macadoodles hits a snag in Springdale
Co-owner of Macadoodles Larry Williams told 40/29 that his store was denied its license because of a group who had filed yet another appeal with the board.
Razorback hockey team wins SEC, advances to national tourney
The UA Razorback ice hockey team has won the SEC championship and is heading to the national championship tournament starting next week in Fort Meyers, Fla.
Steve Martin coming to the Walton Arts Center April 24
According to the website, comedian/musician Steve Martin will be performing at the Walton Arts Center on April 24.
FHS Advanced Placement (AP) info meeting set for March 16
Students, teachers, parents, and administrators will give an overview of the benefits of A.P. as well as answer specific questions about the programs offered at FHS.
Butterfield Trail Wayside Plaza dedicated
The Butterfield Wayside Plaza rest area features a trail map, bike racks and benches.
Fayetteville police tracking downtown graffiti vandal
Police say the same graffiti has been spotted on at least 20 other locations over the past 18 months. Once caught, the vandal will face at least 30 felony counts of criminal mischief.
President of Panama visits Fayetteville
The President of the Republic of Panama, Ricardo Martinelli Berrocal spent some time in Fayetteville this weekend.
Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport to receive new concourse
XNA is set to receive a new $20 million concourse that will provide eight new gates.
False alarm at Hog Haus Brewing Co.
4029TV is reporting that the scene at Hog Haus earlier today was all for nothing.
No charges in UA basketball rape case allegations
Judge William Storey says no charges will be filed in a rape investigation involving three UA basketball players.
Fayetteville police arrest hit-and-run suspect
NWA Online’s Dan Craft is reporting that the police have arrested a suspect in the fatal hit-and-run that occurred last month in Fayetteville.
Nolan Richardson biography coming soon
The hardcover ($24.99) or e-book ($19.99) biography is scheduled to for a Feb. 9, 2010 release date.
University of Arkansas faces budget cuts
KFSM reported last week that the University of Arkansas would be looking for ways to trim its budget after the state announced a reduction in 2009-2010 appropriations.
Walton Arts Center planning May 2010 arts festival
Rumors of a Walton Arts Center arts festival have been circulating around town over the last few weeks and now things are pretty clear: The rumors are true.
Governor Beebe makes appearance at MLK vigil
The Arkansas Traveler has a story and an embedded slideshow of photos from yesterday’s peace vigil honoring Martin Luther King Jr.
Fayetteville First Thursday January recap
Ozarks Unbound has a brief recap including photos from both galleries and a 2-minute video interview with Hot Springs collaborative art duo, Pedigree.
El Chico closes in Fayetteville
NWAonline’s Lana Flowers reports that the El Chico restaurant in Fayetteville closed Monday night (Dec. 28, 2009).
Standoff on Lake Sequoyah Drive
KNWA is reporting that a Fayetteville man was arrested after firing a gun inside his home and then barricading himself inside.
Barry Gebhart named athletics director for Fayetteville Public Schools
Gebhart is taking the position formerly held by Dick Johnson, who resigned in late July.
Sale barn owner drops lawsuit
With the possibility of a lengthy litigation process in store, Bartholomew says Campus Crest is no longer interested in the property.
T.G.I. Friday’s closes in Fayetteville
When we arrived, workers from Ken’s Signs were removing the T.G.I. Friday’s signs from the exterior of the building.
UA student caught videotaping other students in the shower
KFSM is reporting that a University of Arkansas student is being accused of videotaping other students in the shower in the honors dorm on campus.
Reptiles confiscated from UA dorm room
Two 18-year-old students told police they received the reptiles free from Craigslist and planned to resell them for profit.
Locals camp out in freezing weather to see Sarah Palin
While some folks spent the night in freezing temperatures in hopes of raising money to help local families in need, others did so in hopes of meeting former governor of Alaska Sarah Palin.
