e-wasted
By Blair Jackson |
A new wave of technological innovation has left a new form of waste in its wake. We look at the local and global responses to this new form of electronic waste.
Community
One of a Kind
By Blair Jackson |
Shopping local is an investment in the local economy and culture. Local business owners discuss how their products and services benefit the community.
Growing a Better Community
Posted by Blair Jackson |
This weekend, March 2-3, at the Global Campus Center on the Fayetteville Downtown Square, foodies, gardeners and farmers are gathering to celebrate all things locally grown. Because the goal of the Dig In festival is to grow and support the local farming and gardening communities, a majority of the events are free. There is, however,…
Making a Scene
Posted by Blair Jackson |Founders of NWA Fashion Week talk about the inspiration and the work that made it all possible.
My Love,The Land
Posted by Blair Jackson |
I grew up with the land. With the earth. With nature. During the winter, we visited my grandparents in Harrison. My brother and I climbed towers of hay that were stacked to the rafters of the barn, while my grandfather would load the back of the pickup. We took his work gloves, oversized and stained…
Bike Trails Aren’t Enough
Posted by Blair Jackson |
Guest Opinion Matt Petty If you appreciate the bike trails in Fayetteville, but you find yourself driving more often than not, you aren’t alone. Unless you live close to a trail and reaching your destination is convenient, it probably makes more sense for you to drive. Riding a bicycle is supposed to be a relaxing,…
Geek Warriors
Posted by Blair Jackson |
By Blair Jackson TFW Editor Every Sunday at high noon, wizards, barbarians and warriors arrive at Charles Finger Park in Fayetteville. They carry swords, war hammers, axes, arrows and daggers made of foam. Some wear jeans and tennis shoes. Others wear fur sashes, leather armor or robes. They are members of the Barony of RazorHills,…
All Decked Out
Posted by Blair Jackson |
A Look at the Pros and Cons of the Proposed Parking Deck in Fayetteville By Blair Jackson This time next year, construction of a parking deck is scheduled to begin in downtown Fayetteville. Adding a parking deck to the heart of the city’s entertainment district has been a topic of discussion among local government officials,…
The Giving Season
Posted by Blair Jackson |
A Charity Wish List Compiled by Rachel Birdsell TFW Contributing Writer If you’re like me, there are a lot of people on your holiday list who are difficult to buy for, either because they have everything, or when asked what they’d like, respond with “nothing”. Donating to a charity in their name is a perfect…
Freedom of Expression
Posted by Blair Jackson |
In her office, Director of Fayetteville Public Access Television Anne Shelley reads from a poster: “The purpose of Public Access Television in Fayetteville is to provide training for residents of Fayetteville in the techniques of video production for Public Access Television and to provide an opportunity for residents of Fayetteville to provide programming in a…