This week, students at Fayetteville High School will say goodbye to the library which will soon be demolished as part of the current school renovation project.
Month: February 2012
UA hires Eli Jones as Walton College Dean
The University of Arkansas today announced he hiring of Eli Jones as new dean of the Sam M. Walton College of Business effective July 1.
Walton Arts Center adds second Glen Campbell show
Walton Arts Center officials announced today that they’ve added a second date with country legend, and Arkansas-native Glen Campbell
Highway 71 Classic bike ride set for March 4
There are two choices for routes, including a 75 mile out-and-back ride to Mountainburg and back, and a 36 mile ride to Brentwood and back to Fayetteville.
NWA Fashion Week debuts March 5-10
The first ever NWA Fashion Week is set to begin on Monday, March 5 in Fayetteville, and will run through Saturday, March 10.
John Hopkins to Discuss Sustainable Aspects of London 2012 Olympic Park
John Hopkins will present the lecture “Towards Sustainable Development: The Making of the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park” at 1:30 p.m. Monday, March 5, at Giffels Auditorium in Old Main, on the University of Arkansas campus.
Daily Flyer: Wednesday, Feb. 29
News, live music, events, meetings and more for Wednesday, Feb. 29, 2012.
New sponsor: The Mustache Goods & Wears
The store is owned and operated by husband-and-wife duo Brian and Ashley Bailey, and is full of awesome t-shirts, men’s and women’s clothing, shoes, hand-made jewelry, accessories, and some of the most unique gift items you’ll find in all of Fayetteville.
Downtown Properties takes over property management for The Dickson
Last week, building owner Ted Belden announced the hiring of Downtown Partners Real Estate Group to manage “The Dickson.”
Jose’s Mexican Restaurant will reopen with new ownership
Jose’s Mexican Restaurant has been closed since Jan. 10, but it looks like the long-time Fayetteville restaurant will be back soon, and under new ownership.
SOURCES: Mattress Firm coming to former Circuit City building on Joyce Boulevard
We’re still waiting for official confirmation, but sources suggest that Mattress Firm, a retail chain with over 700 stores in 23 states, is currently renovating the building at 744 E. Joyce Blvd.
Sideways/Ryleigh’s owners plan bar in former Flying Possum location
Sarah and Christopher Varga, owners of Ryleigh’s and Sideways in Fayetteville plan to open a new bar in the space, located at 526 W. Dickson St.
Daily Flyer: Tuesday, Feb. 28
News, live music, events, meetings and more for Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2012.
UA’s Full Circle Food Pantry up for national award
Out of 1,400 entries from colleges around the country, a project by the University of Arkansas is among 15 finalists for a prestigious national award.
UA students get free admission to Arkansas-Ole Miss game
To gain admission, students must show a valid student ID at the East entrance of Bud Walton Arena. No student access pass is required for admission to Tuesday night’s game.