Guitarist and singer Copelin Bates, 31, who has been a regular on the Flyer calendar as a performer on Dickson Street and around the region for years, died on Saturday, January 26.
Month: January 2019
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Black History Month events planned in Fayetteville
Compassion Fayetteville and the University of Arkansas have organized nearly two dozen Black History Month events, including performances, film screenings, workshops, trainings, speakers, and more.
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New movie ‘Sweet Inspirations’ filmed in Fayetteville to debut Friday
A new movie filmed mostly in Fayetteville last year is set to make its national debut later this week.
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Arkansas Coding Academy to open new campus in Fayetteville
Students can take a full-time, three-month course or a part-time, six-month course, where they learn core concepts of software development.
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Restaurant news: Brian’s Knockout Breakfast Bakery, Smokin’ A’s, Homestyle Cravings, and more
Here’s what we know about a handful of restaurants that have opened, closed, or plan to open soon in Fayetteville.
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New Arkansas signs to remind drivers of proper lane usage
Slower traffic should keep right and allow passing vehicles use of the left lane.
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Springfest to return to Dickson Street April 20
Springfest announced this week via their Facebook page that they are looking for vendors, sponsors, and volunteers for their return to Dickson Street on April 20, 2019.
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AMP to screen ‘Star Wars: A New Hope,’ featuring live score performed by Symphony of Northwest Arkansas
Walmart AMP officials this week announced plans to screen Star Wars: A New Hope at the venue on Saturday, May 25.
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2019 spring bulky waste cleanups scheduled in Fayetteville
The dates for the four spring bulky waste cleanup events were announced this week in Fayetteville.
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Anderson eyes improvement as defensive execution improves
Mike Anderson said he is beginning to see his team put the defensive concepts he teaches into action both in practice and in games.
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How does Fayetteville’s sales tax rate compare to other cities in Arkansas?
As Fayetteville prepares for an upcoming bond referendum, some readers have asked what the city’s current sales tax rate is, and how it compares to other cities across the region and state.
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PHOTOS: Remembering the 2009 ice storm in Fayetteville
This past weekend was the 10-year anniversary of the ice storm that ground the city to a halt.
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Weekly deals & more: Jan. 28-Feb. 3, 2019
Sales, specials, deals, discounts, news, and more from the local places that keep the Flyer flying.
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Fayetteville public meetings: Jan. 28 – Feb. 1
Advertising and Promotion Commission, Planning Commission, Fayetteville Arts Council and more.
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Jimmy Eat World, Third Eye Blind, Ra Ra Riot to play Walmart AMP in 2019
Third Eye Blind and Jimmy Eat World will perform at the Walmart AMP on Thursday, July 25 as part of the Summer Gods Tour.