News Briefs

Construction of the city’s first modern roundabout is nearing completion.
Photo: Todd Gill, Flyer staff
Drivers will get a closer look at the city’s new roundabout at North Hills Boulevard at Futrall Drive near Washington Regional Medical Center beginning Tuesday, Nov. 27.
It’s holiday market season in Fayetteville and we’ve found several opportunities over the next few days to pick up some locally made arts, crafts, jewelry, and other stuff for your friends and loved ones.
It was a tough weekend for Razorback sports. The football team lost its final game of the season to LSU and the basketball team lost to Arizona State and to Wisconsin at the 2012 Las Vegas Invitational tournament.
It’s no surprise, but in other Razorback news, the UA informed John L. Smith that his contract will not be renewed as head coach of the Razorback football team on Saturday.
Monday Events
- JJ’s Grill: Mo Brothers
- Fayetteville Public Library: Free Screening: Up Among the Hills
- Pesto Cafe: Darren Ray
- Stella Boyle Smith Concert Hall: Degree Recital: Dallas Tucker, Percussion
Monday Public Meetings
Time | Meeting | Location |
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5:30 p.m. | Planning Commission * (agenda) | City Hall, Room 219 |
6:00 p.m. | Ward 4 Meeting * | City Hall, Room 111 |
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* Meetings scheduled to be televised by the Fayetteville Government Channel
Monday Birthdays
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Others: Impressionist Rich Little is 74, singer Tina Turner is 73, actress Olivia Cole is 70, actor Daniel Davis is 67, bassist John McVie of Fleetwood Mac is 67, actress Jamie Rose is 53, actor Scott Adsit is 47, actress Kristin Bauer is 46, country singer Joe Nichols is 36, actress Jessica Bowman is 32 and singer Natasha Bedingfield is 31.