KFSM reported last week that the University of Arkansas would be looking for ways to trim its budget after the state announced a reduction in 2009-2010 appropriations.
Category: Local News
Walton Arts Center planning May 2010 arts festival
Rumors of a Walton Arts Center arts festival have been circulating around town over the last few weeks and now things are pretty clear: The rumors are true.
Crowd turns out for Bikes, Babes & Bling discussion
Public comment ran for about two and a half hours. The discussion was a non-action item, so Bikes, Babes and Bling will continue to move through the permitting process.
Public Meetings: Thursday, January 21, 2010
Public meetings for Thursday, January 21, 2010.
Bryce Davis Park fire under investigation
The late night fire damaged parts of the construction site of a new park restroom and destroyed roofing panels, timbers and various other construction materials that were waiting to be installed.
Best and worst of times, mayor says
For Mayor Lioneld Jordan’s state of the city address last night, he recalled Charles Dickens’ famous line, “It was the best of times, it was the worst of times.”
Mayor breaks tie in favor of new parking rules, Oakbrooke approved
An ordinance was already on the books to limit four vehicles in the front yard area. The new rule sets the four-car limit to include the entire property.
Improvements planned for Block Avenue in 2010
New sidewalks, street trees, and decorative street lighting are all part of the city transportation division’s Sidewalk and Overlay Construction Plan for 2010.
Public Meetings: Wednesday, January 20, 2010
Public meetings for Wednesday, January 20, 2010.
Governor Beebe makes appearance at MLK vigil
The Arkansas Traveler has a story and an embedded slideshow of photos from yesterday’s peace vigil honoring Martin Luther King Jr.
Architects to present FHS design ideas this week
Architects will present their design renovation ideas for Fayetteville High School during three separate public meetings this week.
Public Meetings: Tuesday, January 19, 2010
Public meetings for Tuesday, January 19, 2010.
Public Meetings: Monday, January 18, 2010
Public meetings for Monday, January 18, 2010.
In case you plan to miss it: 1/19/10 City Council meeting
Here are some highlights that may be in store if you do decide to march up to the city administration building next week.
Speakeasy owner organizing local Help Haiti benefit
Speakeasy just off West Avenue in Fayetteville is planning a “Help Haiti” benefit for next weekend to help locals to pitch in for earthquake relief in Haiti.