Commentary
Resuming Trash Routes
There is now a computer, named Watson, competing on the game show “Jeopardy!” Although in most regards that doesn’t seem fair, it does lead to interesting theories about artificial intelligence.
What The … ?!!!
Last week, the cover of the Freekly sported a mostly joking request for good potato soup recipes. Apparently Brad and Brandy Allen have sharp eyes for detail.
Win! / Fail :(
Free Ride and More On an up note, Ozark Regional Transit is offering a free shuttle service from two downtown lots to Dickson Street. The E.J. Ball lot behind Hugo’s
Mayor Offers Workers Bonus Days
All full-time employees who have been employed for at least six months received 20 hours of paid time off to use in the year 2011.
Quarterback Queue
Ryan Mallett, the junior quarterback for the Razorbacks, declared that he will be vying for a spot in the next NFL draft. Only three credits away from graduation, it is a peak time for this seasoned college quarterback to take on the next level of his career. Mallett says he will finish his final class online to receive a degree from the University of Arkansas.
Letter: Support Pancreatic Cancer Research
With the holiday season upon us, I am taking time to reflect on the year gone by and what has affected my life greatly — pancreatic cancer.
Birds On The Brain
Bebee, Ark., caused a lot of hits online last week when birds fell from the sky.
The 5,000-population town, 35 miles east of Conway, endured a freak of nature as an estimated 3,000 red-winged blackbirds fell to the earth dead.
TKT: Garland Garage Parking
If you haven’t visited this innovative location, you are missing out on a gem. It’s more than just a new shiny bookstore; it’s a little mall.
Dreaming Of A Yellow Christmas
Imagine what would happen if it actually was paid parking at the Post Office on Dickson Street. Imagine the flow of traffic to the Post Office in north Fayetteville. Imagine the indignation of mothers, fathers, grandmothers, children and politicians due to that, especially at Christmas.
The Love Of A Good Woman
Just like you straight folks, we’re lusting after one another, celebrating longtime love affairs and marriages and looking for shiny new friends.