News Briefs

A public tour of the upcoming Frisco Trail extension crossed the construction site of The Grove apartment complex on School Street Monday evening.
Todd Gill, Fayetteville Flyer
Nearly 40 people got a closer look at the planned half-mile extension to Frisco Trail in south Fayetteville last night which included a walking tour of the proposed trail route.
The 2012 Block Street Block Party will feature hot air balloon rides from 5:15 to 8:15 p.m. in the Tables & Ale parking lot.
A celebration is planned for this Saturday night to honor photographer John Moore (aka noir33). Moore’s photos will be on display at LaLaLand alongside live music from several local bands.
A handful of notable bands are headed to Tulsa this summer including Death Cab for Cutie, Bon Iver, Tenacious D, The Chris Robinson Brotherhood, and a KISS/Motley Crue show. Here’s a long list.
This week’s list of sponsor deals and news includes a handful of Cinco de Mayo events, some live music listings and a few drink specials.
Tuesday Events
- Fayetteville Square: Farmers’ Market
- JJ’s Grill: Jeff Fox
- Pesto Cafe: Jed Clampit
- Walton Arts Center: UA Campus Band and Symphonic Band Concert
- Mt. Sequoyah: Bruce Allen & Friends
- Mojo’s Pints & Pies: Ozark Blues Society open jam
Tuesday Public Meetings
Time | Meeting | Location |
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6:00 p.m. | City Council Meeting * (agenda) | City Hall, Room 219 |
» View all of this week’s public meetings
* Meetings scheduled to be televised by the Fayetteville Government Channel
Tuesday Birthdays
*Send us your local birthday shout-outs.
Others: Singer Judy Collins is 73, singer-songwriter Ray Parker Jr. is 58, country singer Tim McGraw is 45, director Wes Anderson is 43, actress Julie Benz is 40, and country singer Cory Morrow is 40.