Good morning, Fayetteville.

Fayetteville hosted the 30th NWA MLK Freedom March discussion as the Northwest Arkansas MLK Council partnered with TheatreSquared & the University of Arkansas to explore MLK’s legacy and address today’s challenges.

Attendees shared insights to honor a message of love and unity.

In Springdale, community members marched Monday in chilly weather to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.—the group gathered at Luther George Park and proceeded to the Jones Center where they listened to his speeches.

Onyx Coffee Lab announced its new Circadian coffee kit with five caffeine levels that gives drinkers control of their caffeine throughout the day — preorders are open with shipments set for Jan.

22.

At Monday's MLK Day vigil at UA Faulkner Performing Arts Center, historic Little Rock Nine member Minnijean Brown-Trickey recounted her 1957 experience at Little Rock Central High School and drew parallels to today’s challenges.

UA Chancellor Charles Robinson urged the crowd to renew their commitment to justice + inclusion.

U of A expanded its approved AI tools for faculty, staff and grad assistants by adding Microsoft Copilot Chat (free for users) and ChatGPT Edu (license required); Google Gemini and NotebookLM become free on Feb.

2, and a tool exception process plus a community of practice are available.

John Brown University in Siloam Springs received a $750,000 gift from the Walker Charitable Foundation to support its $8 million Health Education Building expansion.

Construction began in May 2025 and upgrades to the nursing simulation lab plus a new 16,000 sqft wing will be completed in April.

City Council will consider buying 27,800 all-in-one recycling carts today to replace 18-gallon bins with a single-stream system.

The carts will be ordered by early May and deployed by June with funding from a Recycling Partnership grant and local funds, according to the environmental director.

ARDOT crews prepare for the first statewide winter storm of 2026, with 80% of Arkansas expected to see rain, snow, and cold temperatures between Friday and Sunday.

Teams meet today to check salt supplies, plows, and chemicals as temperatures drop into the teens and single digits.

The Arkansas Department of Health honored 48 hospitals, 38 ambulance services, three regional teams and three individuals for outstanding stroke care between July 2024 and June 2025 based on measures like door-to-CT times and stroke band documentation.

No. 20 Arkansas men's basketball team will host No. 15 Vanderbilt today at 8:00 p.m. at Walton Arena in Fayetteville (Arkansas is 10-0 at home).

Both teams are coming off SEC losses and aim to improve their records.

Frozen Toes 5K / 15K Trail Run

9 AM – 1 PM — Kessler Mountain Regional Park — Registration fees apply — Experience Fayetteville's annual trail running race in the cold weather at Kessler Mountain.

Fayetteville Wheelmen Group Ride

1:30 p.m. — Columbus House Brewery and Tap Room — Free — Enjoy a no-drop group ride around Fayetteville with fellow cycling enthusiasts.

Emo Night Karaoke

7-11 p.m. — Ozark Music Hall — First come, first serve — Sing your heart out live with the band at this entertaining karaoke night.

Beauty and the Beast - Fayetteville

7-9 p.m. — Walton Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience Disney's beloved classic with a stunning 30th Anniversary production featuring enchanting music and dazzling visuals.

VariYoga Zen with Jen

10:00-11:15 a.m. — Fayetteville Public Library — Free entry — Engage in a sustainable and adaptable yoga practice suitable for all abilities.

Part-Time Job & Summer Experiences Fair

1-3 p.m. — Verizon Ballroom — Free entry — Network with employers and hear firsthand experiences from current interns about career growth opportunities.

Auburn Tigers vs. Arkansas Razorbacks Basketball

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Bud Walton Arena — Tickets vary — Catch an exciting college basketball matchup as the Tigers take on the Razorbacks in Fayetteville.

Mississippi Bulldogs vs. Arkansas Razorbacks Women's Basketball

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Bud Walton Arena — Tickets available — Watch an exciting showdown between the Bulldogs and Razorbacks women's teams.

Lunar New Year Fest 2026

10 AM - 4 PM — Windgate Studio + Design Center — Free entry — Celebrate the Year of the Fire Horse with food, art, and community activities.