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Fayetteville
Friday, February 6th, 2026
Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Tyson Foods Inc. shareholders rejected three proposals on immigration and transparency at its 63rd annual meeting in Springdale on Thursday. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The city's Parks & Recreation department has announced the 2026 Gulley Park Concert Series. The free outdoor concerts, open & accessible to all, will begin Thursday, June 4 at Gulley Park in east Fayetteville at 7 p.m. and feature a vendor fair with local artisans. Fayetteville Flyer
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Dr. James C. Atherton Endowed Award will support full-time agricultural education majors at Dale Bumpers College after a $25,000 gift from George and Susan Atherton. Eligible students must have at least 60 credit hours and a 2.5 GPA (with preference for future Arkansas educators). University of Arkansas
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fayetteville is conducting a controlled burn today at Woolsey Wet Prairie Sanctuary at 11:30 a.m. The burn on a 64.5-acre tract—bordered by Broyles Road, 54th Avenue and Persimmon Street—will last up to four hours and is part of a prairie restoration effort. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The UA Board approved Dr. C. Lowry Barnes as UAMS chancellor on Thursday, Feb. 5, following his time as interim chancellor, and he will guide the medical center’s growth in education, research and patient care. NWA Business Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Keturah White, a stroke survivor with three strokes and open heart surgery, is urging Fayetteville women to care for their heart during National Go Red for Women Day. She has spoken with lawmakers in Washington, D.C. to stress the importance of self-care. 5 News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Chef Vince Pianalto from Brightwater in Bentonville visited 5NEWS on Thursday to share easy recipes for puff pizza, teriyaki wings, and spiced mixed nuts to help guests prepare for Super Bowl LX as the Patriots & Seahawks meet on Sunday, Feb. 8. 5 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas baseball was picked to finish fourth in the SEC after LSU, Texas and Mississippi State, and four Razorbacks made the preseason all-conference teams (including first-team catcher Ryder Helfrick and second baseman Cam Kozeal). The team will host Mississippi State in the SEC opener at Baum-Walker Stadium from March 13-15. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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UNC Charlotte 49ers vs. Arkansas Lady Razorbacks Softball
7-11 p.m. — Bogle Park — Ticket prices vary — Witness a thrilling matchup between the UNC Charlotte 49ers and the Arkansas Lady Razorbacks.
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