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arkansasonline.com > news > 03/10/2026 > university-of-arkansas-trustees-approve-masters

University of Arkansas trustees approve master’s degrees in Outdoor Recreation, Library Science, for Fayetteville campus | Arkansas Democrat Gazette

11+ hour, 47+ min ago  (117+ words) The University of Arkansas System board of trustees has approved two new master's degree programs at its flagship campus in Fayetteville and a system-wide list of projects that include a Center for Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics at the University…...

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arkansasonline.com > news > 03/04/2026 > construction-of-drake-farms-development-underway

Construction of Drake Farms development underway in Fayetteville | Arkansas Democrat Gazette

6+ day, 20+ hour ago  (141+ words) Fayetteville-based Specialized Real Estate Group said Tuesday it is developing a 165-acre, mixed-use project called Drake Farms that will include health care services, housing and local businesses in a walkable neighborhood. Construction of Drake Farms development underway in Fayetteville Fayetteville-based…...

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arkansasonline.com > news > 02/26/2026 > fayetteville-mayor-addresses-aquatic-center

Fayetteville mayor addresses aquatic center questions during event with League of Women Voters | Arkansas Democrat Gazette

1+ week, 4+ day ago  (55+ words) FAYETTEVILLE -- A Thursday night forum about Fayetteville's proposed bond package primarily centered on questions regarding the aquatic center. Fayetteville mayor addresses aquatic center questions during event with League of Women Voters Operational funding, placement among issues raised FAYETTEVILLE -- A Thursday…...

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arkansasonline.com > news > 02/26/2026 > nguyen-reflects-on-his-time-as-a-swimmer-at

Nguyen reflects on his time as a swimmer at Fayetteville, excited for the state swim meet | Arkansas Democrat Gazette

1+ week, 5+ day ago  (60+ words) FAYETTEVILLE -- Ethan Nguyen is a senior swimmer at Fayetteville looking to finish out his career as a Purple'Dog on a high note. Nguyen reflects on his time as a swimmer at Fayetteville, excited for the state swim meet FAYETTEVILLE -- Ethan…...

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arkansasonline.com > news > 02/20/2026 > questioned-evidence-includes-detailing-of

Questioned evidence includes detailing of Fayetteville woman’s dismemberment | Arkansas Democrat Gazette

2+ week, 3+ day ago  (1144+ words) FAYETTEVILLE -- A judge declined Friday to immediately rule on what evidence prosecutors can use in the capital murder trial of a man accused of killing and dismembering a Fayetteville woman. The hours of interviews and evidence at issue, in particular…...

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arkansasonline.com > news > 02/18/2026 > city-shows-off-lake-fayetteville-marina-in

City shows off Lake Fayetteville Marina in attempt to find contractor to run it | Arkansas Democrat Gazette

2+ week, 5+ day ago  (60+ words) FAYETTEVILLE -- City officials are hoping a Wednesday event generated interest in someone bringing recreational activities and concessions back to the Lake Fayetteville marina. City shows off Lake Fayetteville Marina in attempt to find contractor to run it FAYETTEVILLE -- City officials…...

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arkansasonline.com > news > 02/17/2026 > fayetteville-council-votes-to-rename-annex

Fayetteville council votes to rename annex building in former Mayor Lioneld Jordan’s honor | Arkansas Democrat Gazette

2+ week, 6+ day ago  (162+ words) FAYETTEVILLE -- The City Council approved renaming a city building in honor of former Mayor Lioneld Jordan on Tuesday, but some members expressed reservations about the building picked. Fayetteville council votes to rename annex building in former Mayor Lioneld Jordan's honor…...

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arkansasonline.com > news > 02/11/2026 > fayettevilles-animal-shelter-is-in-rough-shape

Fayetteville’s animal shelter is in rough shape, staff, volunteers say

3+ week, 6+ day ago  (23+ words) This is the third of eight stories looking at questions included in a bond issue set to go before Fayetteville voters March 3....

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arkansasonline.com > news > 02/11/2026 > fayetteville-springdale-departments-help-in

Fayetteville, Springdale departments help in helicopter rescue of injured hiker in rugged area near Buffalo River

3+ week, 6+ day ago  (90+ words) A woman rescued by helicopter from a bluff area Tuesday suffered injuries related to a fall in a steep area near known as the Eye of the Needle, according to Washington County Emergency Management ... Ron Wood has been a professional…...

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arkansasonline.com > news > 02/07/2026 > fyi-calendar-fayetteville-mardi-gras-festivities

FYI Calendar: Fayetteville Mardi Gras festivities take place Feb. 14-17 throughout downtown

1+ mon, 3+ day ago  (248+ words) A variety of cultural events around Northwest Arkansas, including book discussions, author visits, art installations and community activities. Dustin Staggs is a features writer for the Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, where he covers arts, entertainment and community stories that showcase the…...