Good morning, Fayetteville.

On Monday night, an LSU team bus slid off an icy road between Rocky and Potter in Polk County as the driver, returning from Fayetteville to Baton Rouge, remained uninjured when his bus landed in a ditch and police assisted with removal amid a winter storm.

On Monday, the Advertising and Promotion Commission approved a five-year deal providing $30,000 a year + $150,000 total funding for Pride Week events, including a parade held in summer that has run every year since 2004.

Send It South festival will take place Feb.

27-28, 2026 at the Momentary in Fayetteville, hosting winter bike rides, bike olympics, live indie music, and chef-driven cuisine amid Ozark foothills trails — an event designed for biking enthusiasts and families.

Chicago-based rock band Wilco will perform at The Momentary in Bentonville on Saturday, May 2 as part of their An Evening with Wilco tour — presale tickets for members start Thursday at 10 a.m. and public sales follow Friday, with prices from $37 for students to $65 for general admission.

Arkansas Teacher Corps and U of A’s College of Education and Health Professions received a three-year, $5.1 million grant from the Walton Family Foundation to train 114 teaching fellows to relieve teacher shortages in high-need communities.

The program partners with local school districts (creating teacher pathways) to bring classroom benefits.

Over 170 volunteers from the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science brought Hour of Code activities to local elementary students at Butterfield Trail, Happy Hollow and Vandergriff elementaries, introducing basic coding.

The event boosted problem-solving skills and sparked STEM interest among young learners.

Fayetteville native Chad Reed is set to run a marathon in Antarctica this spring — marking his seventh continental race.

He began his running journey in 2010 and has completed marathons in Chicago, Sydney, and on the Great Wall with support from his wife Claire.

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.

Penelope Road Live

8:30-11 p.m. — George's Majestic Lounge — Tickets available — Experience the bold, soulful sound of Atlanta's emerging music scene with Penelope Road.

Southeast Missouri State Redhawks vs. Arkansas Lady Razorbacks Softball

4-8 p.m. — Bogle Park — Free entry — Catch collegiate softball action as the Redhawks face off against the Lady Razorbacks in Fayetteville.

Wooo Pig Classic - Day 3

10 AM – 2 PM — Bogle Park — Free entry — Experience the excitement of Razorback sports and local news coverage at this community event.