News Briefs
An eastbound vehicle passes through the Scull Creek Trail crossing on North Street Monday morning, shortly after a newly installed traffic signal was turned on for the first time.
Photo: Todd Gill, Flyer staff
Reminder: A new traffic signal on North street at the Scull Creek Trail crossing was activated and set to flash-mode yesterday. Expect a fully operational signal on Wednesday.
Employees at Ozark Natural Foods are on strike, and are demanding the resignation of two members of the co-op’s board of directors.
A paving project is underway that will provide a new asphalt surface to the entire roadway on Rockwood Trail in Fayetteville.
For just the seventh time in program history, the Razorback baseball team is headed to the College World Series. The Hogs advanced to Omaha after downing the No. 4 ranked Baylor Bears 1-0 in a thrilling, extra-inning game Monday night.
Speaking of the Hogs, UA officials will unveil the new, long-rumored football uniforms at 10 a.m. Wednesday.
Are you in the market for a brass mustache bottle opener? If so, The Mustache Goods & Wears is the place to go. Check out this week’s Flyer Sponsor post for that and more.
Tuesday Events
- Fayetteville Square: Farmers’ Market
- Fayetteville Public Library: Free Flix Before 6: The Secret World of Arrietty
- JJ’s Grill: Jeff Fox
- Tanglewood Branch Beer Co.: Jackson
- Pesto Cafe: Jed Clampit
- George’s Majestic Lounge: Stripped Sessions: Zach Gump
Tuesday Public Meetings
| Time | Meeting | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 4:30 p.m. | City Council Agenda Session * (agenda) | City Hall, Room 326 |
| 5:15 p.m. | Joint Street and Water & Sewer Committee * | City Hall, Room 326 |
» 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: Sports announcer Marv Albert is 71, country singer-guitarist Junior Brown is 60, singer Meredith Brooks is 54, rapper Grandmaster Dee is 50, blues guitarist Kenny Wayne Shepherd is 35, singer Robyn is 33 and country singer Chris Young is 27.
