Matthew Petty

Arkansas' governor allows cities to enact measures requiring masks in public to prevent the spread of the coronavirus, relenting after opposing such mandates at the state or local level. read more >

On Dec. 9, Fayetteville voters will decide the fate of Ordinance 5703 — commonly known as Chapter 119 — which would prohibit discrimination in the workplace or in housing based on veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic background. read more >

The Walton Arts Center will have to use the city of Fayetteville’s selection process to hire a contractor for the center’s $20 million renovation and expansion. read more >

Some more established businesses have voiced concern about what they perceive to be unfair advantages their competitors have operating out of their 126-SF trailers. Rent is cheaper. There are fewer (and in some cases no) city regulations that temporary businesses have to follow. read more >