In The News
Memphis Pencils get a $300 boost for CD
Art Amiss is awarding a $300 grant to Fayetteville band Memphis Pencils to help them professionally master their new album.
Pleasant Surprise
With a bit of good luck and some impressive cost-cutting efforts on the part of staff, the city of Fayetteville swung from a projected $1 million shortfall to a $1.1 million surplus.
Possum Flown
In an area that changed dramatically and at intervals rapidly, Bruce Walker and Flying Possum Leather along with faithful canine companion Bugsy were longtime, laid-back fixtures amidst the rock and sometimes raucous nature of Dickson Street.
Fire At Flying Possum
A fire has caused severe harm to Flying Possum Leather on Dickson Street in Fayetteville.
Park. Phone. Pay.
If you’re not using your cell phone enough already, here’s one more way to exploit that mobile device: use it to pay for parking in the Fayetteville entertainment district.
Regional HIV Clinic Coming
Benton County is officially on board — finally — to partner with Washington County in the creation of the Northwest Arkansas Regional HIV Clinic.
Cowtown Delayed
Threats of continued ice and snow have canceled performances by Hot Club of Cowtown on Wednesday, Feb. 9 in Fort Smith and Thursday, Feb. 10 in Fayetteville. They will be rescheduled for some time in May.
Ron White Shows Rescheduled
Due to inclement weather, the Ron White shows for Feb. 2 and 3 have been rescheduled for May 25 and 26 at 7pm.
Parking Redux
Despite playing to a crowded house, the Fayetteville City Council heard zero public comments Tuesday night — on its regional urban stormwater education program. Parking? Well, that set some lips to flapping.
Reading The Fine Print
The Naturals’ opening night will be April 7. Tickets go on sale this Saturday, March 5. You can be sure they will be running specials and promotions all year as they build the legacy of Farm League Baseball in NWA.