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Rogers tornado cleanup continues
ROGERS, Ark. — Nearly two months after the Memorial Day weekend tornadoes in Benton County, the City of Rogers is continuing storm debris cleanup efforts. Officials say they are hoping to do one last complete pass of debris pickup starting Aug. 12. Ahead of this last sweep, the city advises residents to move any debris to the curb as soon as possible.
2025 CB Nigel Pringle commits to Arkansas
Houston (Texas) North Shore cornerback Nigel Pringle has committed to Sam Pittman and the Arkansas Razorbacks for the recruiting class of 2025. Pringle, 6-2, 178, went public with his decision at approximately 5 p.m. Monday, choosing the Hogs over Kansas, Arizona, Arizona State, Oregon and others. Pringle, who was recruited...
Meeting planned to discuss Black historic district, bicycle safety at Walker Park
FAYETTEVILLE — A community meeting is planned this week to offer more information about a proposed Black historic district. The nonprofit group NWA Black Heritage is working to create the district as part of a plan to preserve Black history in Fayetteville, specifically in the Spout Spring neighborhood where many Black families settled following the Civil War.
Northbound lane of West at Dickson closed this week for construction
The northbound lane of West Avenue at the intersection of Dickson Street will be closed to through-traffic and detoured during the day this week as part of a downtown walkability improvement project. The closure will be in effect from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. through Thursday, July 25, according to...
UA – Pulaski Tech Foundation names eight to board
The University of Arkansas Pulaski Technical College Foundation announced eight new board members to its foundation. They are serving three-year terms beginning in July 2024. Braden Taylor, Student Development Specialist at UA-Pulaski Tech, Staff Representative. Amber Lewis, Program Director, College Studies, Faculty Representative. Catherine DiVito, Marketing and Project Coordinator at...
East Fayetteville restricts water usage to prevent shortage
The city of Fayetteville’s water and sewage division recently announced new water-use restrictions in certain parts of the city as an attempt to combat potential shortages from now until September. Assistant operations manager for Fayetteville water and sewage Aaron Watkins said these restrictions come in response to the rapid growth of the area.
Arkansas Air Museum to offer flights on historic WWII plane
A unique opportunity to experience a bit of history is coming up in Fayetteville next month. The Arkansas Air Museum will offer locals a chance to tour, and even a brief flight, in the historic C-47A Skytrain troop carrier “That’s All Brother’ that carried 101st Airborne Division paratroopers into France at the start of the D-Day invasion in 1944 at a special event coming up Aug. 3-4.
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) recognized as top hospital by U.S. News and World Report for 2024-2025
Little Rock, Arkansas – The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has been honored as a 2024-2025 Best Hospital by U.S. News & World Report. In the latest annual Best Hospitals edition, UAMS was recognized as the Best Hospital in the Little Rock metropolitan area, sharing the distinction with Baptist Health Medical Center.
Updated Arkansas basketball offers for 2025 recruiting class
July has been a very busy month for John Calipari and his Arkansas coaching staff. There have been live evaluation periods each of the last two weekends as coaches attended some of the biggest grassroots events of the year to watch top prospects for 2025 and beyond. That means updates are needed to the Razorbacks official offer list.
Life of Fitz: Travis Geopfert in Fayetteville, Arkansas
Travis Geopfert was named K-State's seventh full-time Director of Track and Field/Cross Country by Director of Athletics Gene Taylor on July 11, 2024. Geopfert was a four-time National Assistant Coach of the Year during two stints at Arkansas across 12 years, with 22 total years of experience also at Tennessee, Northern Iowa and Central Missouri. At Arkansas with the men's team, he was a part of two NCAA Championship teams (2013 indoor and 2023 indoor), 21 top-10 NCAA team finishes and 25 SEC Championships. Geopfert has coached 15 Olympians, including eight who have advanced to this summer's Paris Games. Geopfert was born on August 20, 1978, in Panora, Iowa. He is married to Nicole and they have three children — sons Jones and Jax, and daughter Ellyn.
Celebrate ‘Seasons of Love’ at APT
It feels like 525,600 minutes since Arkansas Public Theatre stopped by to visit with our morning team. Watch as Alix Barrett who plays “Mimi” and Board Member, Rusty Turner, join KNWA Today/FOX24 for details on how the theatre is pivoting to bring ‘Rent’ to life onstage plus find out how you can audition for APT’s production of ‘Tootsie’.
Fayetteville public meetings: July 22-26, 2024
The following is a list of public meetings received from the Office of the City Clerk Treasurer. Meeting agendas are gathered by Flyer staff and included when available. For questions, call the City Clerk’s office at 479-575-8323. Monday, July 22, 2024. TimeMeetingLocation/Link. 2 p.m.Advertising & Promotion Commission (agenda)Town Center.
Landon Jackson set to anchor Arkansas’ defense
FAYETTEVILLE — Defensive end Landon Jackson opted to return to Arkansas for this season instead of entering the 2024 NFL Draft. Jackson, who was Arkansas’ lone player named to the All-SEC teams released Friday. In 2023, Jackson finished with 44 tackles, including 22 solo, 13.5 for loss, 6.5 sacks, one pass breakup and two quarterback hurries. In a 24-21 loss to Alabama, Jackson had 11 tackles, including seven solo, 3.5 for loss and 3.5 sacks.
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Renewing Grace Together Offers Free Day Retreat for Local Pastors
Renewing Grace Together is a nonprofit with a mission to fulfill God's mission to encourage and support pastors, ministry leaders, and their spouses and families. In a generous effort to support and uplift our spiritual leaders, Renewing Grace Together is offering a complimentary day retreat for local pastors. Recognizing the invaluable contributions pastors make to our community and the personal sacrifices they endure; this initiative provides a much-needed opportunity for renewal and refreshment.
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