Todd Gill

Fayetteville

Reporter and Co Founder at Fayetteville Flyer

Reporter, co-founder @fayflyer. Bike racer.

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Hundreds of local creators set for NWA Makers' Market on April 27

1 day ago | fayettevilleflyer.com | Todd Gill

More than 300 artists, crafters, and creators will showcase their work at the NWA Makers’ Market this Sunday, April 27, at the Washington County Fairgrounds. Hosted by the NWA Makers Facebook group, the annual event features everything from original artwork and handmade furniture to locally crafted clothing, jewelry, pottery, and more. The market runs from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and spans both indoor and outdoor spaces—rain or shine.
Reports: Plane makes emergency landing at Drake Field

2 days ago | fayettevilleflyer.com | Todd Gill

An aircraft made an emergency landing at Fayetteville’s Drake Field Tuesday afternoon after reportedly losing engine power and catching fire. While we weren’t able to report from the scene, several local news outlets provided early accounts of the incident. Here’s a look at what’s been confirmed so far:According to reports from multiple agencies, the pilot of a 1979 single-engine Cessna T210 Turbo Centurion radioed in an emergency shortly after takeoff from Drake Field.
Fayetteville seeks Arkansas artists for inaugural City Hall art exhibition

2 days ago | fayettevilleflyer.com | Todd Gill

FAYETTEVILLE — Artists with ties to Arkansas are invited to submit work for a new year-long exhibition inside Fayetteville’s City Hall. The exhibition, scheduled to open June 27, will showcase selected works on the second floor of the building through May 29, 2026. Artists chosen for the show will each receive a $250 honorarium. According to city officials, the curated exhibit is open to all styles, media and subject matter, with no required theme.
Arkansas PBS to livestream sold-out Katie Couric event at Crystal Bridges

3 days ago | fayettevilleflyer.com | Todd Gill

Those unable to attend the sold-out Katie Couric event at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art next week can now watch the program live online, thanks to a partnership with Arkansas PBS. The conversation, titled “An Evening With Katie Couric and Olivia Walton: Stories that Shape Us,” will stream Thursday, April 24 at 6 p.m. as part of the Arkansas Live initiative at myarpbs.org/arkansaslive.
Woodland Jr. High’s David McClure named Arkansas Principal of the Year

3 days ago | fayettevilleflyer.com | Todd Gill

David McClure, principal of Woodland Junior High School, was named the 2025 Principal of the Year by the Arkansas Association of Middle Level Administrators during a surprise assembly held April 11 at the school. Representatives from the Arkansas Association of Educational Administrators (AAEA) and AAMLA presented McClure with the award in front of students and staff.
International artist Leon Keer to create augmented reality mural on downtown parking deck

1 week ago | fayettevilleflyer.com | Todd Gill

FAYETTEVILLE — A mural by an internationally known street artist whose work draws visitors around the globe is coming to downtown Fayetteville. Leon Keer, a Netherlands-based artist recognized for his large-scale, three-dimensional murals, will design and install a new artwork on the south-facing wall of the West Avenue Parking Deck in the Dickson Street Entertainment District. His concept, which features a vertical stack of toy cars, was approved Wednesday by the Fayetteville Arts Council.
Fayetteville announces winners of 2025 Mayor’s Environmental Stewardship Awards

1 week ago | fayettevilleflyer.com | Todd Gill

FAYETTEVILLE — The winners of the 2025 Mayor’s Environmental Stewardship Awards have been announced. Mayor Molly Rawn will recognize this year’s honorees during the Earth Day event and citywide cleanup set for Saturday, April 19, at the Marion Orton Recycling Center. Now in its fifth year, the awards program honors Fayetteville residents, businesses and organizations that demonstrate excellence in environmental stewardship through sustainable practices, programs or projects.
Fayetteville City Council preview: April 15, 2025

1 week ago | fayettevilleflyer.com | Todd Gill

Meeting infoA meeting of the Fayetteville City Council begins at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 15, 2025 inside City Hall in Room 219. The meeting is available on Zoom and broadcast live on the city’s YouTube channel. Listed below are all the items that are up for approval with links to PDF documents containing detailed information on each item of business.
Downtown crit race series returns to Springdale starting April 16

2 weeks ago | fayettevilleflyer.com | Todd Gill

Downtown Springdale will once again transform into a high-speed racecourse as the Natural State Criterium Series returns this spring and summer. The series features three weeknight races—April 16, May 7 and June 18—on a closed course centered around Shiloh Square. The spectator-friendly setup includes multiple categories of criterium (or “crit”) races, where riders complete fast-paced laps through the streets of downtown.
Cannons, muskets, and a 19th-century Bible to highlight Battle of Fayetteville event

2 weeks ago | fayettevilleflyer.com | Todd Gill

FAYETTEVILLE — Cannons, muskets, and a 19th-century Bible—the Washington County Historical Society is going full Civil War mode for a history-packed day marking the Battle of Fayetteville’s 162nd anniversary. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 19 on the Headquarters House museum grounds at 118 E. Dickson St. It will begin with a proclamation read by Fayetteville Mayor Molly Rawn, followed by a cannon firing.