School Board votes to pursue new junior high school, explore ‘feeder program’ scenarios
The district has been looking at ways to solve overcrowding issues at McNair Middle School, and other issues related to districting decisions.
Arkansas board suspends corrections secretary, sues over state law removing ability to fire him
The Arkansas Board of Corrections suspended the state’s corrections secretary on Thursday and sued the state over a law removing its ability to fire him.
Razorbacks go back to basics after season’s slow start
The Hogs aren’t necessarily starting over from scratch this week, but it wouldn’t be wrong to call the work they’re doing a back to basics approach.
Review: Wonka offers semi-satisfying holiday entertainment
The film is gorgeously shot, the colors are brilliant, the staging is excellent, and the musical numbers mostly go over well.
Weekend Flyer: Tina Turner Musical, A Christmas Carol, Andy Frasco, Maggie Rose, and more
Live music, performances, and more happening in and around Fayetteville this weekend.
Sponsored The Momentary Brings Award-winning Music to Bentonville with the Live at the RØDE House Indoor Music Series
The Momentary, known for its Live on the Green concerts, is continuing to hold great music events through the winter and spring with its new Live at the RØDE House indoor music series.
Too early to tell just how tough Arkansas’ football schedule is
With the transfer portal and NIL, there are too many goings and comings to be announced before we will have a clue of what type of team the Hogs will have next fall.
Fayetteville receives $25 million federal grant for road safety program
The money is part of a bipartisan infrastructure program designed to help communities make safety improvements that may prevent deaths and serious injuries on the nation’s roadways.
Commission denies remote parking lot permit for downtown student apartment complex
The developers of a planned student apartment complex will have to find another solution for how to provide enough parking for their future tenants.
Registration deadline approaching for 3rd-8th grade basketball registration
The deadline to register for 3rd through 8th grade basketball at Donald W. Reynolds Boys & Girls Club is fast approaching.
Dassault Falcon Jet announces $100 million expansion in Little Rock, including 800 more jobs
Dassault officials announced the expansion at an event with Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders, Little Rock Mayor Frank Scott and other state and local officials.
Arkansas volleyball finishes historic season with Elite Eight appearance and two players headed to the pros
Arkansas was one of only six schools to have more than one person chosen in the inaugural Pro Volleyball Federation draft.
Sponsored New businesses and grand openings: HootOwl Estate Planning
Get to know HootOwl Estate Planning, a new business offering wills, trusts, and other services in NWA.
Permit upheld for Road Runner gas station on former Mr. Burger site
The appeal was led by a group of residents who said a gas station would diminish the scenic character and quality of the area.
City seeks input on new draft master plan for Underwood Park
City officials are inviting residents to provide feedback on the latest round of possible changes to the master plan for Underwood Park.
Updated: Future for Damgoode Pies in Fayetteville uncertain after Little Rock closures
A Fayetteville pizza restaurant’s future is uncertain after its franchisor in Little Rock closed the original locations recently.
Fayetteville approves new e-bike rules for city trails
The new regulations are partially aimed at aligning the city’s rules with state laws that define the different classes of e-bikes, but also address what types of bikes can be used on both paved and soft-surface trails.
Arkansas AG rejects language for proposed ballot measure protecting access to government records
Griffin rejected the language for the proposed Arkansas Government Transparency Amendment, which would also make it more difficult for lawmakers to narrow access to public meetings and records.
Weekly deals & more: $100 websites, e-bike giveaway, Taylor Swift Singo, and more
Sales, specials, deals, discounts, and more from the local places that keep the Flyer flying.
Former Boise State QB Taylen Green transferring to Arkansas
Former Boise State quarterback Taylen Green announced Monday he is transferring to Arkansas.
