An old show poster, torn, yellowed, and stapled to wall behind the counter. Brown scraps of rawhide on the crumbling floor tiles. An acoustic guitar. The smell of leather and cigarettes. Flying Possum Leather is one of the last remnants of a Dickson Street that existed before the enhancement project. Before the Walton Arts Center.
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Flyer Health: Blood Pressure
High blood pressure is called the “silent killer” in America because it can have serious health effects without any symptoms. Read how to know if your blood pressure is too high, and what you can do to maintain a healthy blood pressure.
Bomb threat at Fayetteville City Hall
The Fayetteville City Administration Building was evacuated today after a bomb threat came in through the downstairs billing office.
Coach Greg Matthews settles with district
It seems that for the most part, this series has come to an abrupt ending.
NWA Rollergirls hold car wash fundraiser on Saturday
Seriously, how cool is it that we have a rollerderby team in Fayetteville? Actually, we have at least three that I know of, the Arkansas Killbillies, the Backwoods Betties, and there’s even a male team called the Southern Scallywags. Tomorrow, (Saturday May 23rd) the Backwoods Betties need your help, though. They’re looking to travel to
Want Some Credit Card Reform? You Got It.
The House and Senate recently passed a bill that will change the way credit card companies are allowed to conduct business.
Andy’s Frozen Custard opens today
Andy’s Frozen Custard on College opens officially today
Social media resolution passes unanimously
By passing the resolution, city staff is requested to craft a communication strategy that includes using burgeoning media outlets.
Fayetteville social media vote tonight
Will the City Council make the final vote tonight on whether or not to use social media as a means of communication?
Local news: Monday 5/18
Gazzola, layoffs, recycling, Twitter=rude, WAC speaks, Coach run,
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Pat Gazzola resigns from A&P Commission
Gazzola, who has been a commission member since 2001, has resigned effective immediately.
Why Fayetteville Rules: Chotkowski Gardens
Chotkowski Gardens is another reason that Fayetteville rules.
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KNWA and Fox 24 to revisit “Dickson Street Battle” tonight
Clarification from A&P chair Pat Gazzola coming tonight?
Greening of the Garden tonight at the Botanical Gardens
The Botanical Gardens of the Ozarks are hosting their annual Greening of the Garden Fundraiser tonight. Be there.
Local news: Wednesday 5/13
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