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What's up Fayetteville! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why did Fayetteville's AI committee proposal spark such a fiery clash?
  • How long will Fayetteville's alleyway project keep downtown businesses hurting?

Also on today's calendar: Trilith Maker and Music Arts Festival and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What did one wall say to the other? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: A t-storm in the afternoon, with a high of 86 and low of 69 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Wednesday: A stray t-storm; not as warm, temps: high: 79, low: 64.
  • Thursday: A thick cloud cover, with a high of 75 and low of 58 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Mayor Threatens to Remove Councilwoman During Fayetteville AI Clash (thecitizen.com) — A tense Fayetteville City Council meeting over a proposed AI Advisory Committee saw Mayor Ed Johnson threaten to have Councilwoman Shannon Moultrie removed as she defended her credentials and tech business. After sharp exchanges with Councilwoman Niyah Glover and others, the AI committee proposal failed 2–3, raising fresh questions about how Fayetteville will address emerging technology issues.
   

• 'You Have to Survive to Someday': Downtown Businesses Wait Out Fayetteville Alleyway Project (thecitizen.com) — Downtown Fayetteville businesses along Highway 85 are still struggling as a long-delayed alleyway improvement project drags into its second year, cutting revenue and complicating access for customers with mobility issues. City officials tout safety upgrades and a new plaza, but owners like Olde Courthouse Tavern say they need clearer timelines and continued financial help to survive until Phase Two is finished.
   

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    He'll bless you right in front of the people who hoped you'd fail. (Nextdoor Cobblestone Fayette)
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🗞 Nearby News

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Ok Fayetteville! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: I'll meet you at the corner! (Thank you Gary M. for sending it in!)
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