The on-going revitalization of downtown Searcy, Arkansas, created a place for student life to expand outside Harding's campus. On Nov. 15, 2018, at 7he Soda Jerk, senior graphic design major Marley Cole scoops Loblolly ice cream into a homemade cone. The Soda Jerk served a variety ofhandcrafted sodas and Loblolly ice cream to Searcy natives and visitors beginningJuly 15, 2018. 7he local business grew from a concept to a brick and mortar store by partnering with students like Cole, who lead the brand development including the creation ofthe logo, menus, business cards and letterhead. I photo by Sterling McMichael Junioradvertising major Meredith Palmer, one ofmany students involved in painting a small-scale muralfor the Searcy community to enjoy, reflects on her work in Art Alley on Nov. 13, 2018. Think Creative Idea Studio maintained "Art Alley," a narrow strip located behind the square in downtown Searcy that allowed community members to paint small sections ofthe alley walls beginningfall 2018. Art Alley was designed to promote community involvement with beautification ofthe downtown area. I photo by Sterling McMichael Seniormusic major Jackson Russell works at Savor + Sipamong a number ofother university students on Nov. 12, 2018. Savor + Sip brought a unique food offering to the Searcyrestaurant scene beginning Feb. 1, 2018. The creperie and coffee shop created by long-time Searcy resident Amelia Brackettfeatured a diverse menu ofsavory and sweet crepes. I photo by Sterling McMichael 19
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