News Briefs
A driver with A&B Towing works to free a minivan stuck on a large rock by Frisco Trail Wednesday afternoon. No injuries were reported during the mishap.
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UpStream Art, a public art and awareness project, is seeking artists to paint another round of murals on various storm drain covers throughout Northwest Arkansas.
You may notice that things are a little more colorful than normal around Fayetteville this winter, thanks to a new art installation by local photographer Michelle Marshall.
Our own Tobias Wray reviewed “Memphis the Musical” which runs through Feb. 10 at the Walton Arts Center. He called it “a jubilant romp into a dark, blues-filled period of American history.”
Speaking of the Walton Arts Center, we’re giving away a pair of tickets to see “Potted Potter” on Feb. 16. To enter, head over to our contest page and leave a comment with the name of your favorite character from the Harry Potter series.
Thursday Events
- 11:30 a.m. Bear’s Place: Richard Burnett
- 6:30 p.m. Jammin’ Java: Open acoustic jam
- 6 p.m. JJ’s Grill: Russ Hutchison
- 6 p.m. Tanglewood Branch Beer Co.: Clarke Buehling
- 7 p.m. Arts Live Theatre: A Separate Peace
- 8 p.m. Fayetteville Town Center: Eli Young Band
- 7:30 p.m. Mojo’s Pints & Pies: Darren Ray
- 7 p.m. Bud Walton Arena: UA women’s basketball vs. Kentucky
- 7 p.m. Walton Arts Center: Memphis The Musical
- 8 p.m. UARK Bowl: Comedy Open Mic
- 9 p.m. Rogue: Guerilla Blues Band
- 9 p.m. Smoke & Barrel Tavern: Matt Smith Trio
- 9 p.m. The Lightbulb Club: DJ Clunk
- 10 p.m. George’s Majestic Lounge: Matt Stell
Thursday Meetings
| Time | Meeting | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00 p.m. | Policemen’s Pension and Relief Board of Trustees * | City Hall, Room 326 |
| 4:00 p.m. | Planning Agenda Session and Tour * | City Hall, Room 111 |
| 6:00 p.m. | Partners for Better Housing | City Hall, Room 111 |
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* Meetings scheduled to be televised by the Fayetteville Government Channel
Thursday Birthdays
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Others: Comedian Robert Smigel is 53, actor James Spader is 53, country singer Garth Brooks is 51, comedian Chris Rock is 48, actress Robyn Lively is 41, NBA guard Steve Nash is 39, bassist Tom Blankenship of My Morning Jacket is 35 and actor Ashton Kutcher is 35.
