News Briefs
Officials break ground on Clear Creek Trail, a 3-mile path that is part of the NWA Razorback Regional Greenway.
Photo: Todd Gill, Flyer staff
Construction is under way on a new trail that will connect Scull Creek Trail to Lake Fayetteville Trail, thanks to a partnership between the cities of Fayetteville and Johnson.
Former KNWA news anchor Matt Turner died Saturday night in a one-vehicle accident in central Arkansas. He was 32 years old.
Flyer Foodie is back and the first recipe is sure to be a fall favorite. Check out Laura’s version of Pumpkin Risotto.
Arkansas running back Dennis Johnson rushed for two touchdowns and the Hogs’ defense recorded eight sacks to help the Razorbacks to a 24-7 road victory over Auburn on Saturday.
Monday Events
- Fayetteville Public Library: BookTalk Book Club
- UA Campus: Mark Nelson lecture
- Fayetteville Town Center: An Evening with Jonathan and Kara Story
- JJ’s Grill: Heather McCreary
- Tanglewood Branch Beer Co.: Jeff Gray Jazz
- Pesto Cafe: Darren Ray
- The AMP: Andy Grammer / Space Capone / Chris Wallace
- Walton Arts Center: UA Wind Symphony and Symphonic Band Concert
Monday Public Meetings
| Time | Meeting | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 2:00 p.m. | Advertising and Promotion Commission * (agenda) | Town Center, Room 111 |
| 5:30 p.m. | Planning Commission * (agenda) | City Hall, Room 219 |
| 6:00 p.m. | Animal Services Advisory Board * | 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 Paul Hogan is 73, minister and activist Jesse Jackson is 71, actor-comedian Chevy Chase is 69, actress Sigourney Weaver is 63, singer-bassist Robert “Kool” Bell of Kool and the Gang is 62, actor-comedian Darrell Hammond is 57, bassist C.J. Ramone of the Ramones is 47, actor Jeremy Davies is 43, actor-screenwriter Matt Damon is 42 and actor and TV host Nick Cannon is 32.
