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Washington County Water Authority admits it violated FOIA laws
The Washington County Water Authority admits on June 6 as part of a lawsuit that it violated Freedom of Information Act laws by not recording its meetings between 2023-24.
City to host blood drive on the square June 12
The city will host a blood drive in partnership with Community Blood Center of the Ozarks on the Fayetteville square on Wednesday, June 12. The event kicks off at 9 a.m. and runs until 3 p.m. via the CBCO’s bloodmobile, which will be on hand to collect donations. Donors...
Sheep Dog Impact Assistance offers veterans hope, clean up storm debris
Natural disasters like the tornadoes that happened across Northwest Arkansas on Memorial Day weekend can cause post-traumatic stress disorder to trigger in veterans.
First Thursday set to return June 6
It’s the First Thursday of the month, and in Fayetteville, that means it’s time for a monthly outdoor festival on the Fayetteville square. Last month’s event was cancelled due to rainy weather, but it’s looking like clear skies tonight (June 6) for the first First Thursday of 2024.
Fireworks display set for Thursday over Razorback Stadium
It looks like Fourth of July is happening early this year. Or twice. Not really, but you can get a taste of the holiday in Fayetteville with a professional fireworks display planned for 9 p.m. on Thursday, June 6 over Razorback Stadium. The display is part of the annual Walmart...
Benton County officials hold press conference amid tornado recovery efforts
BENTONVILLE, Ark. — In a June 7 press conference in Bentonville, government officials gave an update on recovery efforts following the storms and tornadoes that occurred Memorial Day weekend, killing four and destroying countless homes. “We're looking at almost 2600 reported properties impacted by the storm,” Benton County Judge...
Gregory Park trails to close for repairs starting June 9
FAYETTEVILLE — Two trails at Gregory Park will be closed to cyclists and pedestrians for repairs beginning at 6 p.m. on Sunday, June 9, and will remain closed until the work is complete. The closure affects the Rolling Thunder and Tailwind trails, which are anticipated to be under repair...
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