Good morning, Fayetteville.

The Mardi Gras parade will start at 2 p.m. on Feb.

17 in Fayetteville Square with floats, costumes and music along a route ending at Dickson and West Avenue. Bugsy's bar will crown the Mardi Gras king and queen.

Small Town Girl releases a moving new episode now available online; host Gwen Faulkenberry from Ozark interviews her close friend Stacey McAdoo about grief, loss and the journey toward healing after the tragic car accident death of her son (listeners should note the episode's heavy themes).

IRiS Art Haus, a new art store and maker space next to Fayetteville Square, opened on Feb.

2 and offers quality art supplies and workshops for locals and UA art students. Owner Heather Chilson envisions a creative hub that brings diverse community members together to learn and connect.

Fayetteville Public Schools voters may extend the millage by six years to allow construction of a new Ramay Junior High to start this summer so students can move in by 2028, though critics urge a review of the wooded hillside site.

Voting begins Tuesday.

Fayetteville voters will decide on Mar.

3 whether to extend the 45 mill property tax that funds local schools using real, personal, and utility property assessments until 2056. The vote meets state requirements set by the Arkansas Constitution.

University of Arkansas Department of Horticulture faculty and students earned four awards at a meeting in Louisville (Jan.

29-Feb. 1); the HortHogs team won first place in an oral presentation competition and students achieved top honors in plant judging.

Dr. Naveen Patil of the Arkansas Department of Health says local health units offer free STD testing, treatment, and education services as Valentine’s Day approaches.

He noted that syphilis rates have slowly declined while HIV numbers remain steady as outreach teams continue monitoring trends.

Arkansas lost 80-57 to the Ole Miss Rebels on Thursday night in Oxford.

Coach Kelsi Musick praised freshman Bonnie Deas for her standout effort as the Razorbacks will look for a win against Mississippi State on Monday, Feb. 16 at 6:30 p.m. at Bud Walton Arena.

Razorbacks & Oklahoma State are battling live at Globe Life Field today as fans watch the game and track score updates.

Ethan Westerman and Auburn beat reporter Adam Cole preview the Razorbacks men’s basketball matchup today as they face the Tigers.

Their discussion highlighted key strategies — preparing the team to compete effectively.

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.

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.

Trout Unlimited 40th Annual Banquet

5-9:30 p.m. — Fayetteville Town Center — $20-$800 — Celebrate conservation efforts while enjoying a buffet dinner, auctions, and special recognitions.

Auburn Tigers vs. Arkansas Razorbacks Women's Basketball

1-3 p.m. — Bud Walton Arena — Cost info not provided — Cheer on the Arkansas Razorbacks as they face off against the Auburn Tigers in an exciting women's basketball matchup.