Good morning, Fayetteville.

The city is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Historic Preservation Awards — a program honoring projects, organizations and individuals who preserve local heritage.

Nominations and supporting materials are due by 5 p.m. Friday, April 3.

Fayetteville will host superstar Post Malone & Grammy-winning Jelly Roll on Saturday, July 11 at Donald W.

Reynolds Razorback Stadium. Tickets go on sale Feb. 10 at 10 a.m. while artist presales begin Feb. 6 and Carter Faith will open the show.

University HR will launch performance reviews in Workday for staff, with managers to complete assessments by March 31.

Supervisors join Zoom training on Feb. 11 from 4 to 5:30 p.m., Feb. 19 from 9 to 10:30 a.m., and Feb. 23 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. — contact HR for details.

The Speech and Debate Society at UA earned a record 58 awards at the Southern Forensics Championship Tournament, held virtually last weekend because of a winter storm.

The team will compete this weekend at Union University’s Bulldog Bowl before heading to the Mardi Gras Classic.

Faculty and staff can nominate an outstanding U of A team at the Fayetteville campus—nominations run from Monday, Feb.

2 until 11:59 p.m. Friday, Feb. 27—and the winning team will receive a cash award to honor excellence during 2025.

Tomorrow, Feb. 4 at 12:55 p.m., Ryan Allen, an assistant professor at UAMS, will present his research on a drug-responsive mouse model of atherosclerosis + its link to macrophage dysfunction in CHEM 0144; the seminar is also accessible via Zoom.

Former executive director Susan Patton receives the Dean's Circle of Care Award for her dedication to nursing education and will be honored at a college banquet on March 6 plus her $150,000 donation established a Nursing Science Day Endowment that supports the annual forum on April 30.

The city has launched its sixth annual Environmental Stewardship Awards — a program honoring small businesses, nonprofits, educators and individuals who excel in sustainable practices.

Nomination forms are available online and entries are due by March 1.

Fayetteville is gathering feedback on a proposed animal shelter at two public sessions this week.

One session is today from noon to 2 p.m. and the other is Wednesday from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Animal Services facility on S. Armstrong Ave.

After Saturday's 85-77 loss to Kentucky, Arkansas men's basketball coach John Calipari gave his players two days off—expecting starters Knox and Pringle to show stronger performances ahead of upcoming SEC games later this week.

The AP college basketball poll showed Arizona as unanimous No. 1 on Monday while Michigan moved to second after key wins.

In the same poll, Arkansas reached its highest ranking since Nov. 30 — marking a strong shift in the top 25 teams.

Junior Spirit Day has been moved to Sunday, March 1 for grades K-8 and will feature a spirit clinic (10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m., with check-in at 10 a.m.) at the Basketball Performance Center across from Bud Walton Arena, with a $25 fee that includes a game ticket and halftime performance.

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.

Texas A&M Aggies vs Arkansas Razorbacks Basketball

8-10 p.m. — Bud Walton Arena — Tickets may apply — Catch NCAA basketball action as the Arkansas Razorbacks take on Texas A&M Aggies.

Water For Elephants Musical

1:30–3:30 p.m. — Walton Arts Center — Tickets required — Experience a dazzling musical adaptation of the beloved novel that brings adventure and love to life.