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Fayetteville
Sunday, March 1st, 2026
Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 1st of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Tamara Dworetz conducts the final SoNA mainstage concert titled 'Behind the Mask: Romeo and Juliet' (next maestro TBA). The performance will offer a romantic close to the season for local music lovers. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Poet Carolyn Guinzio, from Chicago, said she felt instantly welcome in Fayetteville when she first arrived, embracing a thoughtful spirit that ties her to the local arts community. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UA committee voted unanimously to recommend the reinstatement of Professor Shirin Saeidi as director of the King Fahd Center for Middle East Studies following an investigation into her social media posts regarding Israel and Iran's leaders — the decision has been forwarded to system president Jay Silveria for further review. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ At a Feb. 9 Fayetteville Public Library presentation, Cory Crawford of Legal Aid of Arkansas explained that weak renter protections often keep landlords from quickly fixing health hazards. City task force findings and local officials underline housing issues as a public health concern, urging broader changes at state level. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Highly recruited defensive back Bryson Brown — pursued by former staff and now eyed by coach Ryan Silverfield — will visit the Arkansas football program later this season. The visit is expected to shape team strategy in upcoming contests. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ On Saturday in College Station, the Razorbacks men’s track team won their 25th SEC indoor championship with 111.2 points — while the women’s team finished second to Florida, ending an 11-year title streak. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Taleyah Jones will finish her basketball career today when the Razorbacks host Auburn at Bud Walton Arena (1 p.m.). She has stood out despite a long losing streak and is focused on building a lasting legacy for future players. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Former Arkansas quarterback Taylen Green broke combine records with a 43.5-inch vertical jump & 11-foot 2-inch broad jump at the NFL combine Saturday in Indianapolis, while former running back Mike Washington posted the fastest 40-yard dash & his strong showing sets the stage for the NFL Draft on April 23. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Arkansas baseball coach Dave Van Horn and players Camden Kozeal, Hunter Dietz and Maika Niu held a press conference on Saturday to recap their Game 2 win over UT-Arlington — they detailed key moments and strategies that drove the victory. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Today at 1 p.m., the Razorbacks host the Tigers for their season finale at Bud Walton Arena. The game will air on SEC Network via WatchESPN.com and on radio (both teams are in their first season with new coaches as forecast models predict a close contest). Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ The Razorbacks will play a Saturday softball doubleheader against Omaha at 2:30 p.m. and Charlotte at 4:45 p.m. at Bogle Park in Fayetteville, with the contests streamed on SEC Network+. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ The Razorbacks defeated Boise State 10-1 at Bogle Park during the Woo Pig Classic, improving their record to 14-1. They will face the Charlotte 49ers later today at 7:00 p.m. The Arkansas Traveler
- ➤ The No. 9 Arkansas men’s golf team is hosting the 54-hole Cabo Collegiate today at the Twin Dolphin Club in Los Cabos, Mexico with eight top-ranked teams, and medalists will earn an exemption for the World Wide Technology Championship in November. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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High School Programming Contest
9 AM – 4 PM — J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. Center for Academic Excellence — Free entry — Showcase your coding skills at the annual high school programming challenge.
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Run Pig Sooie
8:00 – 11:30 AM — Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium — Various entry fees — Be part of Razorback history with multiple race distances finishing on the 50-yard line!
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Songwriters' Open Mic Night
6:30-9 p.m. — Ozark Folkways Fayetteville — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of original solo performances by local songwriters in a welcoming atmosphere.
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St. Patrick's Day Bar Crawl - Fayetteville
4-11:59 p.m. — Calle Latin Cuisine — Cost varies — Experience good vibes and green drinks at Fayetteville's ultimate St. Paddy's celebration.
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Dungeons and Dragons - The Twenty Sided Tavern
2-6 p.m. — Walton Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience an exciting live performance of Dungeons and Dragons in a fun tavern setting.
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Blackberry Smoke Live Concert
7-11 PM — Ozark Music Hall — Ticket prices vary — Rock out with Blackberry Smoke as they celebrate their storied career and release new music.
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Time to Paddy 5k/10k & Lucky 13.1
8-11 a.m. — Veterans Memorial Park — Youth pricing at $17 — Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with family-friendly races and fun swag for all ages.
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Central Arkansas Sugar Bears vs. Arkansas Lady Razorbacks Softball
11 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Bogle Park — Tickets available — Watch an exciting college softball matchup between local rivals.
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Jonah Kagen Live
8-10 p.m. — George's Majestic Lounge — Cost info not provided — Experience the captivating guitar and singalong-worthy lyrics of Savannah's own Jonah Kagen.
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Florida Gators vs. Arkansas Razorbacks Softball
1-4 p.m. — Administration Building — Free entry — Catch the exciting softball showdown between the Gators and Razorbacks in Fayetteville.
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