Fayetteville public meetings: May 6-10, 2024
Parks, Natural Resources and Cultural Affairs Advisory Board, City Council, Friends of YRCC and more.
Civil rights leader Daisy Bates and singer Johnny Cash to replace Arkansas statues at the US Capitol
Officials plan to install statues of civil rights leader Daisy Bates this week and musician Johnny Cash later this year.
Suspect shoots himself in struggle with police outside NWA Mall
The suspect was a passenger in a car that was stopped by police for doing donuts in the mall parking lot.
Hip-hop open mic program ‘Groundwaves’ returns to the Medium in May
A hip-hop open mic and mentorship program at The Medium will kick off its fourth season this month.
Film lineup released for Indie Films Artosphere Showcase
The lineup is out for a miniature film festival curated by Fayetteville Film Fest during the Artosphere art and nature festival this month.
Diamond Hogs travel to Kentucky for key SEC series
The Razorbacks and Wildcats are tied for the overall SEC lead, so something has to give this weekend.
Summer Movie Preview: ‘The Fall Guy’ offers a solid start to summer movie season
There are more than a few promising movies set to open in theaters between today and the end of August.
Arkansas governor says state won’t comply with new federal rules on treatment of trans students
Gov. Sanders said the state won’t comply with a federal regulation that seeks to protect the rights of transgender students in the nation’s schools.
Arkansas lawmakers approve $6.3 billion budget bill as session wraps up
Arkansas lawmakers gave final approval to bills outlining the state’s $6.3 billion budget for the coming year.
Weekend Flyer: Parker McCollum, Hairspray, Square to Square, Arkansas Pottery Festival, and more
Live music, performances, community events, and more happening in and around Fayetteville this weekend.
First Thursday Fayetteville May event cancelled due to rain threat
The First Thursday Fayetteville outdoor festival planned on the square has been cancelled for tonight (Thursday May 2).
Crystal Bridges earns arboretum accreditation
Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art recently became the only museum in Arkansas that also functions as an arboretum.
Five Guys to open Fayetteville location
A restaurant chain specializing in burgers and fresh cut fries will soon expand to Fayetteville in the Arena Village Shopping Center.
Calipari adds Kentucky assistants to his staff
The UA on Wednesday announced that two members of Calipari’s Kentucky staff will join him at Arkansas
Ben Folds coming to Walton Arts Center in December
Rocker, songwriter, pianist, and performer Ben Folds is coming to Fayetteville this winter.
Artists 360 program increases grant total to $300,000 for 2024 cohort
This year, Artists 360 has revised its grant categories and increased funding from $214,000 to $300,000.
Sponsored Trailblazers encourages community wellness through movement challenge
This annual campaign encourages individuals of all ages and abilities to track their physical activity on Strava to contribute to the region’s collective activity totals and compete for exciting prizes.
Lawsuit filed over Arkansas’ ban on gender-neutral driver’s licenses and IDs
The American Civil Liberties Union of Arkansas asked a Pulaski County judge to halt the state’s decision to reverse a practice that had been in place since 2010.
Diamond Hogs hope to close out Missouri State before heading to Kentucky
It’s the team’s final non-conference game of the season before moving on to face No. 8 Kentucky this weekend in Lexington.
Flying Burrito drive-thru damaged in car crash on College Avenue
North College Avenue was briefly closed Tuesday after a car crash sent a vehicle off the road and into a restaurant.
