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Has Denelle Campbell authored a book or other publication? If so, what is the name of it and where can I get a copy? I'm interested to learn more about Fayetteville's history and this sounds like a great source.

I'm afraid that the new, taller power lines will be the future of Gregg Ave, crossing Dickson, Lafayette, and Maple. I really wish there was some kind of leverage that the city or property owners could use to implement an alternate solution. I would really like to hear someone from SWEPCO other than Deweese address this issue with interested parties in Fayetteville. His style of "communication" on this issue is not informative. I've heard him speak at three different meetings and each time has he has failed to answered specific questions with specific answers. About three months ago I contacted him via phone to see if I could cut through the rhetoric and understand the issue better... to get some facts... to get an informed SWEPCO perspective... but I ended the conversation in less than five minutes due to the evasiveness and ambiguity. It sure gives the impression that SWEPCO is in fact manipulating this process to avoid an open assessment of the alternatives. Deweese's latest comments (last week) included "you wouldn't want to put the lines underground anyway because the structures at either end of the buried lines are very large and would be close to Dickson Street." But he would not define "large structures", he could not offer photos, sketches, or suggested locations of these large structures. He is concerned that the request for burying the lines would not meet public expectations anyway. I also think it's terrible that the hearing is in LR for a Fayetteville issue and that to "intervene" in this process the property owner has to pretty much hire a lawyer to address the commission. So basically to address this issue with the commission someone has to have the resources of time, travel, and an attorney. And it appears that intervention is only available to property owners with the easements. All other interested parties can only make public statements. This is a tough issue and there may not be a "best" solution. But if the gigantic powerlines have to be the solution it would make more sense for the affected property owners, the city of Fayetteville, and other interested citizens of Fayetteville to have enough info to come to the same conclusion that SWEPCO has. My experience with this issue has been frustrating. I'm sure if I had $5m in my pocket to pay to bury the lines I (or others in the meetings I

The train station is on the National Register of Historic Places. The owner should have (but didn't) at the very least consulted the state preservation association for recommendations on new but compatible materials for their rehab. The roof and the windows are the deal breaker. If the depot was reassessed, this property would likely be delisted in its current state. Rehab is good; adaptive reuse is good. It would have been nice if the developers had learned about better options for the windows and roof before they make their decision. (This is the rare instance where AR is fortunate that preservation resources are so slim; it

Last week Alexander said the Renaissance is moving forward. In addition to the mgmt/admin work, some tangible work is being done to the foundations. That is not as obvious as building up... which is what we are all waiting for.

I think this area is one of the projects that was on the bond vote in 2006. www.accessfayetteville.com has been rearranged and I can't find the list of road projects. I was in a Ward 2 meeting a couple of weeks ago and the area around Mr. Burger, Harps, and Lucky's BBQ/Tony C's was being discussed by the aldermen and citizens when I walked in. I missed most of the discussion but know that there are changes being planned for that intersection both east and west. The city coordinates sidewalks with street improvements in addition to the annual plan for new and repaired sidewalks. And yes cocotheif is correct that the city will listen to citizen input as they consider prioritization of sidewalks. When you send your message to your aldermen cc: Kyle Cook and Terry Gulley.

Hopefully KHOG will continue to cover news out of Fayetteville "the home of the Hogs" with the same diligence that they currently do, regardless of the actual studio location. I am disappointed to learn that KHOG would move one of their primary

When Dover Kohl did the Downtown Master Plan, narrowing College to three lanes with medians and turn lanes in the center was prescribed. The traffic consultant compared traffic counts for the stretch of 71B from 6th Street to Maple and compared it to the throughput numbers of a pedestrian friendly three-lane and the three lane actually won because turning traffic was better controlled. BUT... there was a lot of doubt by locals if the concept could be sold to the State no matter what the numbers said. There are conflicting high-level priorities. The city's goal is safety for pedestrians and sense of place; the state's goal move more autos faster. starting about page 6... http://www.accessfayetteville.org/pdfs/dow...5&revision=

Hmmm... interesting. I had heard this more than once in the past year. The last mention was approx Oct. Let me backtrack on my source and see what I can find out. Strmchsr77 any chance you can talk the current owners into removing the facade and taking the building back to it's previous exterior? It would be nice.

Can someone direct me to the directions on how to include a graphic or rendering in these messages? Thks!

Supply and demand. By the time someone who is ill or injured goes to a doctor they usually need to be fixed no matter what the solution costs. I'm torn on this issue. --If you were a medical professional would you really want your patients refusing some treatments based on $$ ? --But if given the information and option I'd definitely defer the $5 dollar aspirin, $50 ace bandage, and a zillion dollars worth of gauze. TIP: I've had the unfortunate opportunity to accompany two individuals to the ER in the past year. If you don't pay-in-full as you depart the hospital they will quickly negotiate about a 50% discount. I don't advocate shorting any business for full payment of services rendered but the quick offers made 1) the inflated prices, and 2) the desire to recoop some revenue, very obvious. (In recognition of the individuals that supplied the ER service: they were very good to their patients but the entire events were classically slowwwwww.) The US healthcare industry is messed up on many levels. But that

Someone(s) is working on purchasing the building and intends to remove the facade and expose the original building. I don't expect a fast resolution but it's still a strong possibility.

I have got to figure out how to become a "business traveler to the Caribbean." It's beautiful down there!

William-Sonoma is coming to NWA. Schedule opening date is 9/07. I'm waiting on a location confirmation. I've also asked if a Pottery Barn is in the plans. (WS owns both.)

Yes- the city has discussed it. But I really don't remember what the obstacle is or what the future plans are. Apartments also don't have a city sponsored recycling program.

No there are not many old buildings left in that block. The church has been buying up and razing or moving them consistently for the past 5 or more years. It

I really hate that all the Lindsey apartments look the same from the outside. Even the Cliffs on south 265 have the same character. All that changes is the exterior color and material. If you drive from West Fork to Rogers it seems like there are dozens of same-looking apartment complexes fronting 540. Sure some have more landscaping than the others but they are boring. I always wonder if visitors to the area think they are

The area they are trying to save as green space is worth saving if it is opened to the public. The location and terrain are unique and there could be possible drainage/watershed concerns if it was over developed. It's not just a common meadow or small forest; it has more character. On your next drive around Fayetteville seek it out and you will understand. It

I travelled the 540 - 40 - 69 route today. The leaves are still hanging in there. I thought it was very pretty from NWA to mid-OK. Lots of gold trees mixed in this year. If it doesn't get too windy or pour down rain in the next few days you should still see lots of nice mountain views by Friday or Saturday. By the time you get to 40 & 540 you'll know if you want to travel up 71. Enjoy the Ozarks!! (We really live in a beautiful part of the country!!)

Northwest Airlines still offers a non-stop from XNA to DTW.

A 20% increase in ridership from fiscal 2005 to 2006 sure seems like a positive trend. http://www.nwarktimes.com/story.php?paper=...;storyid=169503

PLEASE take the time to fill out the "Map Survey" under "Fayetteville Expressway Economic Development Corridor Project" on the City of Fayetteville website. www.accessfayetteville.org It is structured for everyone in the region to participate and has room for comments and suggestions. If Fayetteville is asking for input let's all give it to them!

Doesn't Ruskin Heights have it's own topic yet? I bet it will earn one quickly. The guys are pushing this through without any delays so far.

Yes. Under the old name of Sequoyah Commons. http://www.housesinc.com/sequoyahcommons.htm

Too bad all the 5-lane roads being added in NWA aren't boulevards at creation. It would at least create the hope that some of these new developments will become pedestrian friendly and it would add some green back to the land to keep all the asphalt cooler. Is it just too expensive for the center curbs and some grass seed?

Greg House's condo development on Oive Ave, south of E. Dickson has been renamed Maison Sequoyah. I drove past and the sign out front has the new name. Cabinets are in and they are adding trim. The units have doors but no hardware. All the floor plans are the same except for the south building. Approx $250k for 1150 sqft... that's a lot of $$.