Independent report supports restoration of Faulkner County Courthouse
A new report released by Tommy Jameson of Jameson Architects P.A. says that structurally speaking, the Faulkner County Courthouse is capable of serving residents for decades to come.
Jameson admits that rehabilitation is needed and updates are needed for mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems.
However, Jameson said, in a report that was funded by a grant by the National Trust for Historic Preservation, “as evidenced by other rehabilitated courthouses around the state and nation, to update systems and accommodate modern needs while preserving significant spaces and historic building components such as original windows, doors and finishes.”
SPORTS:
Bears picked last in SLC East polls
The University of Central Arkansas men's basketball team is picked sixth among six teams in the Southland Conference East Division in both the preseason coaches and sports information directors polls.
The UCA Sugar Bears are picked fifth in both polls although they received a first-place vote for the second straight year.
Neither team had any players selected for the preseason all-conference teams. Both UCA teams have added several new players and men's coach Rand
Chappell and women's coach Matt Daniel are optimistic about being competitive by the end of the season.
The polls and all-conference teams were announced Wednesday during a teleconference among the East Division coaches.
Greenbrier, Vilonia set to duel it out for Judge’s Cup
Greenbrier and Vilonia will play for the Faulkner County Judge's Cup on Thursday at Philip Weaver Stadium. Both teams are fighting for a playoff position to represent the 5A-West Conference. The two teams are 4-1 in the conference.
