Walmart on MLK is now selling beer, the Razorbacks have a new basketball coach, nearly 30 local artists are set to exhibit works at Gaylord’s during First Thursday, and the rest of the week’s news.
Month: March 2011
Fayetteville community raises over $18,000 for family of Bruce Walker
After a fire claimed the life of one of our own recently, the Fayetteville community came together to raise more than $18,000 for the family of Flying Possum Leather owner Bruce Walker
Mike Anderson formal announcement set for Saturday at Bud Walton Arena
We expect a good turnout (probably including several former Razorback players), an electric atmosphere, about 1,000 Hog calls, and possibly one or two tears of joy.
Weekend To-do: March 25-27
There are also some pretty good bands to check out in town this weekend. Do something awesome.
Free smoke alarms for those in need
Did you know the Fayetteville Fire Department will distribute free smoke alarms for those in need? Having a working smoke detector can save you and your family’s lives. The warning system gives you time to get out safely if there is a fire. There are other things that can be done to ensure getting out
Kitchen fire safety tips from the Fayetteville Fire Department
Due to the recent burn incidents the Fayetteville Fire Marshal’s Office wants to remind citizens to prevent burn injuries to follow these steps when cooking. Stay in the kitchen – when frying, grilling, or broiling food. – Turn off stove if leaving the room even for a short period If you are simmering, baking, roasting
Coming soon: Kum & Go at College and Township
Construction of a new, 10-pump, 5,000-square-foot Kum & Go gas station and convenience store is underway at the southeast corner of North College Avenue and Township Street.
Now open: Smokin Hog B-B-Q
Smokin Hog B-B-Q opened this week at the northwest corner of North College Avenue and Sycamore Street in Fayetteville.
Fayetteville Earth Day 2011 festivities kick off April 16
Earth Day is just around the corner, and some folks are planning a big party a few days early to kick off a two-week celebration.
Prescribed burn at Lake Fayetteville
Fayetteville, Ark. – March 24, 2011 – A prescribed burn is scheduled for this afternoon at Lake Fayetteville, if predicted weather conditions materialize. The site that will be burned is approximately nineteen (19) acres in size and is located north of the Environmental Study Center on Lakeview Drive. The purpose of the burn is to
Thursday To-do: March 24
There’s a good show at Smoke & Barrel with Albany’s Aficionado and Syracuse-based Summer People.
Hawg Ball’s 5 Questions Moving Forward
The on-again, off-again, high school relationship, soap opera-esque drama that was “is Mike Anderson staying at Missouri or going to Arkansas?” is finally over. There are, however, some lingering questions.
Mike Anderson hired as head basketball coach at Arkansas
Ten days of non-stop rumors became trumors Wednesday evening as Arkansas athletics director Jeff Long announced Mike Anderson as the new head men’s basketball coach.
City water concerns
A group of us are gathering to discuss issues with the safety of our public water, and we encourage you all to visit and get informed. If you would, please join our group. Once we have amassed enough support and momentum, Mayor Jordan said that we are free to create an initiative and bring it
Reminder: Bulky waste cleanup Saturday, March 26
This Saturday, March 26, there are two bulky waste cleanups scheduled in Fayetteville, specifically for residents who need to get rid of large, bulky items that cannot fit into a normal trash cart.
