Tuesday, December 10, 2013
Until strong watershed protection based on low-impact design and development is required in Fayetteville, the city will not be truly 'green': See discussion at Dec. 3, 2013, meeting of Fayetteville City Hall
Green-development mostly ignored by developers and planners speaking at city council meeting in this video.
Tuesday, October 29, 2013
Bridge replaced but storm-water pollution of Spout Spring Branch assured by loose topsoil spread over construction site and minimal attempt to control it
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Tuesday, October 15, 2013
Tuesday, April 2, 2013
Former NWA Media sports writer subject of video in Batesville film festival this weekend
David Lanier video in film festival
www.ozarkfoothillsfilmfest.org/films_SarahChyrchelShorts.html
WHY I WENT TO THE WOODS: DAVID LANIER'S STORY /
WHY I WENT TO THE WOODS: DAVID LANIER'S STORY /
DESOLATION DREAMSCAPE / SPEEDING MOTORCYCLE
Directed by Sarah Moore Chyrchel
Why I Went To the Woods: David Lanier's Story
Category: Documentary Shorts
Run Time: 15 min
Run Time: 15 min
Synopses: WHY I WENT TO THE WOODS: DAVID LANIER'S STORY (2012) ~
David Lanier was a sports writer who covered the Arkansas Razorbacks for over 20 years. In 2007 he set out to write a story on homelessness. He wound up homeless himself.
DESOLATION DREAMSCAPE (2002) ~
A Super 8mm hand-processed film documenting the physical and emotional landscapes of an abandoned girls' dormitory on the University of Arkansas campus.
SPEEDING MOTORCYCLE (2003) ~
A Super 8mm film celebrating a girl's love for her bike.
David Lanier was a sports writer who covered the Arkansas Razorbacks for over 20 years. In 2007 he set out to write a story on homelessness. He wound up homeless himself.
DESOLATION DREAMSCAPE (2002) ~
A Super 8mm hand-processed film documenting the physical and emotional landscapes of an abandoned girls' dormitory on the University of Arkansas campus.
SPEEDING MOTORCYCLE (2003) ~
A Super 8mm film celebrating a girl's love for her bike.
Sunday, December 30, 2012
Woodworker will be missed on Fayetteville downtown square when Farmers' market opens in spring
Barnett, Philip
December 25, 2012click to collapse contents
Philip Barnett
December 25, 2012
Philip Lewis Barnett, 61, died Christmas morning. He was born in Elm Springs, Arkansas, graduated from Springdale High School and attended the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville. During his lifetime he was a farmer, a machinist, a health care worker, owner of wholesale greenhouses, a video rental store, and a lawn-care business. When he retired, he spent his time fishing, reading, taking care of his yard and woodworking. He was a member of the Fayetteville Farmer’s Market where he sold his woodcarvings on the square. However, selling his woodcarvings was just an excuse for meeting and talking to the folks who came to the market. Phil had the look of a big rugged mountain man and the heart of a teddy bear. He will be missed by his wife Cassandra, his son Max, his sister Pearl Hamm, his sister Dot and brother-in-law Jack Tickner, his brother Bob and sister-in-law Bonnie Barnett, his brother Tom and sister-in-law Betty Barnett, his brother Jerry and sister-in-law Dona Barnett, a host of nieces, nephews, grandnieces and other in-laws. A memorial service is being planned and details will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers donations to the Fayetteville Public Library or the Philip and Cassandra Barnett Medical Account at the Bank of Fayetteville are welcome. Arrangements are under the direction of Nelson-Berna Funeral Home & Memorial Crematory, Fayetteville, Arkansas.
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December 25, 2012
Philip Lewis Barnett, 61, died Christmas morning. He was born in Elm Springs, Arkansas, graduated from Springdale High School and attended the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville. During his lifetime he was a farmer, a machinist, a health care worker, owner of wholesale greenhouses, a video rental store, and a lawn-care business. When he retired, he spent his time fishing, reading, taking care of his yard and woodworking. He was a member of the Fayetteville Farmer’s Market where he sold his woodcarvings on the square. However, selling his woodcarvings was just an excuse for meeting and talking to the folks who came to the market. Phil had the look of a big rugged mountain man and the heart of a teddy bear. He will be missed by his wife Cassandra, his son Max, his sister Pearl Hamm, his sister Dot and brother-in-law Jack Tickner, his brother Bob and sister-in-law Bonnie Barnett, his brother Tom and sister-in-law Betty Barnett, his brother Jerry and sister-in-law Dona Barnett, a host of nieces, nephews, grandnieces and other in-laws. A memorial service is being planned and details will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers donations to the Fayetteville Public Library or the Philip and Cassandra Barnett Medical Account at the Bank of Fayetteville are welcome. Arrangements are under the direction of Nelson-Berna Funeral Home & Memorial Crematory, Fayetteville, Arkansas.
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Saturday, December 22, 2012
Tuesday, November 20, 2012
Sunday, October 28, 2012
Ozark Headwaters Group of Sierra Club endorsement of Lioneld Jordan for reelection as mayor of Fayetteville, Arkansas
OZARK HEADWATERS GROUP SIERRA CLUB OF ARKANSAS
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Aubrey Shepherd, Chairman. aubreyshepherd@hotmail.com
Contact: Aubrey Shepherd, Chairman. aubreyshepherd@hotmail.com
Sierra Club Endorses Lioneld Jordan for Mayor, Matthew Petty for Ward 2
The Sierra Club Ozark Headwaters Group has endorsed Lioneld Jordan for Mayor of Fayetteville and Matthew Petty for Ward 2 Alderman in the November 6 election.
“During our endorsement process,” said Chairman Aubrey Shepherd, “Mayor Jordan stood out for his vision, temperament, and effective leadership in working with the City Council to enact important ordinances. During his current term in office, Fayetteville adopted the state’s first Low-Impact Development Ordinance, the state’s first Energy Efficient Residential Building Code, and the state’s first Streamside Protection Ordinance. In addition he secured state and federal grant funds to open the Green Jobs Training Center in Fayetteville and establish the Energy Efficiency Revolving Loan Fund to help local non-profit groups improve their buildings. Jordan is a member of the Sierra Club and has twice been named the Outstanding Local Government Official by the Sierra Club of Arkansas.”
“While both Jordan and Coody bring environmental credentials to the race,” he added, “the Sierra Club believes Lioneld Jordan has a more impressive record of environmental accomplishments and a stronger ability to involve residents and mobilize people for practical action that will help keep Fayetteville a great place to live, work, and raise a family.”
“Ward 2 Alderman Matthew Petty, during his first term on the City Council, consistently considered the environmental impact of all proposals and offered fresh ideas for making our community more livable. He co-sponsored the City’s new Energy Efficient Residential Building Code,” noted Shepherd. “As a member of the Street Committee, he has been a vocal advocate of expanding trails and sidewalks and for adding additional bicycle lanes on existing city streets.”
Petty is a former Chairman of the OHG Sierra Club’s Executive Committee. His priorities are reducing sprawl, improving alternative transportation, and expanding recycling to increase the diversion rate of solid waste from landfills.
In making this decision, Sierra Club members began looking carefully at the major candidates in September, reviewing records and responses to questionnaires this month. The endorsements are based on candidate responses to the Sierra Club questionnaire, records of achievements in office, and individual history of working with the Club on key environmental issues. The specific issues on the questionnaires included water quality, energy conservation, transportation, and recycling.
“We reserve our political endorsements for candidates we believe will be outstanding advocates of natural-resource conservation and, more importantly, who can work effectively to achieve actual results,” Shepherd said. “Our endorsements are for individuals who have shown a deep commitment to environmental protection to ensure a better quality of life for all by protecting the health and safety of our residents."
Both candidates received unanimous support from the Executive Committee and the Political Committee.
The Sierra Club is dedicated to the preservation, protection, and exploration of the earth’s natural environment. The non-profit environmental organization founded in 1892 has approximately 3,000 members in Arkansas and 1,100 members in the Ozark Headwaters Group region of Northwest Arkansas.
OZARK HEADWATERS GROUP SIERRA CLUB OF ARKANSAS
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Aubrey Shepherd, Chairman. aubreyshepherd@hotmail.com
Contact: Aubrey Shepherd, Chairman. aubreyshepherd@hotmail.com
Sierra Club Endorses Lioneld Jordan for Mayor, Matthew Petty for Ward 2
The Sierra Club Ozark Headwaters Group has endorsed Lioneld Jordan for Mayor of Fayetteville and Matthew Petty for Ward 2 Alderman in the November 6 election.
“During our endorsement process,” said Chairman Aubrey Shepherd, “Mayor Jordan stood out for his vision, temperament, and effective leadership in working with the City Council to enact important ordinances. During his current term in office, Fayetteville adopted the state’s first Low-Impact Development Ordinance, the state’s first Energy Efficient Residential Building Code, and the state’s first Streamside Protection Ordinance. In addition he secured state and federal grant funds to open the Green Jobs Training Center in Fayetteville and establish the Energy Efficiency Revolving Loan Fund to help local non-profit groups improve their buildings. Jordan is a member of the Sierra Club and has twice been named the Outstanding Local Government Official by the Sierra Club of Arkansas.”
“While both Jordan and Coody bring environmental credentials to the race,” he added, “the Sierra Club believes Lioneld Jordan has a more impressive record of environmental accomplishments and a stronger ability to involve residents and mobilize people for practical action that will help keep Fayetteville a great place to live, work, and raise a family.”
“Ward 2 Alderman Matthew Petty, during his first term on the City Council, consistently considered the environmental impact of all proposals and offered fresh ideas for making our community more livable. He co-sponsored the City’s new Energy Efficient Residential Building Code,” noted Shepherd. “As a member of the Street Committee, he has been a vocal advocate of expanding trails and sidewalks and for adding additional bicycle lanes on existing city streets.”
Petty is a former Chairman of the OHG Sierra Club’s Executive Committee. His priorities are reducing sprawl, improving alternative transportation, and expanding recycling to increase the diversion rate of solid waste from landfills.
In making this decision, Sierra Club members began looking carefully at the major candidates in September, reviewing records and responses to questionnaires this month. The endorsements are based on candidate responses to the Sierra Club questionnaire, records of achievements in office, and individual history of working with the Club on key environmental issues. The specific issues on the questionnaires included water quality, energy conservation, transportation, and recycling.
“We reserve our political endorsements for candidates we believe will be outstanding advocates of natural-resource conservation and, more importantly, who can work effectively to achieve actual results,” Shepherd said. “Our endorsements are for individuals who have shown a deep commitment to environmental protection to ensure a better quality of life for all by protecting the health and safety of our residents."
Both candidates received unanimous support from the Executive Committee and the Political Committee.
The Sierra Club is dedicated to the preservation, protection, and exploration of the earth’s natural environment. The non-profit environmental organization founded in 1892 has approximately 3,000 members in Arkansas and 1,100 members in the Ozark Headwaters Group region of Northwest Arkansas.
Wednesday, October 17, 2012
Friday, August 10, 2012
Saturday, July 21, 2012
Slideshow of Steven Hunter's photos from Mount Magazine and book signing at Nightbird Books at 7 p.m. today
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| Steven Hunter shows his book of flowers and scenes from Mount Magazine |
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| Louise Mann of Fayetteville appreciates the photos by Steven Hunter |
Friday, July 6, 2012
Tuesday, June 26, 2012
Fayetteville named first Arkansas City to be certified a Habitat Community by National Wildlife Federation at this link.
Monday, June 25, 2012
Tuesday, May 29, 2012
Fayetteville Natural Heritage Association, Fayetteville Environmental Action Committee and Mayor Lioneld Jordan invite you to the Community Habitat celebration at 3:30 p.m. Friday, June 1, 2012, at Gulley Park
What: Fayetteville Community Wildlife Habitat™ Celebration
When: Friday, June 1st from 3 to 5 pm
Where: Gully Park Gazebo
Why: Celebrate the City of Fayetteville becoming the FIRST Community Wildlife Habitat™ in the State of Arkansas !!! (Applause, please!)
Please join the City of Fayetteville's Habitat Team and Mayor Jordan for Refreshments,Entertainment, a Kids' Wildlife Activity Table, and a 30-minute Habitat Walk around Gully Park departing from the gazebo at 3:30 pm which will be led by Habitat Team Project Leader and FNHA Board member, Terri Lane, and National Wildlife Federation® Coordinator, Roxanne Paul.
Representatives from the National Wildlife Federation® will present the official certification to us at the podium at 4:30 pm.
We'd love to see you there to help us congratulate Terri, the Habitat Team,
and all of the Project participants
for a job well done...
and to celebrate yet another milestone!
the Community Wildlife Habitat™ Project was sponsored by FNHA
Saturday, April 28, 2012
Wednesday, April 25, 2012
Thursday, April 12, 2012
Saturday, March 24, 2012
Mayor of Fayetteville AR announces intention to run for re-election at 2 p.m. on the Fayetteville Square near the entrance to the Old Post Office: Everyone invited!
The Mayor is announcing to run for re-election TODAY, and if you want a short fun event to see friends, catch some sun, and enjoy the downtown square, I hope you will come out - today 2 pm, on the square just outside the Old Post Office! I think Lioneld has done a great job, I hope to see you there!
Friday, March 9, 2012
Partners for Better Housing brochure: Visit our table at Ozark Natural Foods Inc. late morning and early afternoon Saturday, March 10, 2012
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Wednesday, March 7, 2012
Monday, January 16, 2012
Saturday, January 7, 2012
Sunday, January 1, 2012
Tuesday, November 8, 2011
Wednesday, September 28, 2011
Video of Ward Four meeting at 7 p.m. September 26 includes explanation of importance of renewing sales tax by vote on Oct. 11, 2011. See detail below
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Monday, September 26, 2011
Ward 4 Meeting
City Clerk
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Room 111
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