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Fayetteville
Monday, March 9th, 2026
Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 9th of March.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The U of A Latin American and Latino Studies Program will host a free spring lecture with Dr. Javier Puente discussing dynamite's role in shaping Peru’s capitalist landscapes. The talk is scheduled for Tuesday, Mar. 17 from 4 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. in Physics Building 0133 and is open to all. University of Arkansas
- ➤ U of A undergraduates worked with Dr. D’Eugenio to present research on Boccaccio’s Decameron during a two-day campus symposium held Feb. 24-25 — featuring interactions with international scholars and engaging workshops — and were invited to present at an international conference in July at the U of A Rome Center. University of Arkansas
- ➤ A record 746 first-year engineering students declared their majors during College of Engineering Decision Day events on Feb. 25 and Feb. 27 + nearly half had picked their discipline before arriving on campus, exceeding last year’s count of 726. University of Arkansas
- ➤ Professor Lissette Szwydky, holding the James E. and Ellen Wadley Roper Endowed Professorship, teaches Transmedia Adaptation courses at the U of A. Her interdisciplinary classes help students build skills for both academic and alternative careers (focusing on adaptation and career planning). University of Arkansas
- ➤ The Department of Psychological Science will welcome Tom Adams (Ph.D. from Yale University School of Medicine) on Thursday, March 29 at 4 p.m. in GRAD 309 as he presents research on neurotherapies for obsessive-compulsive and anxiety-related disorders. University of Arkansas
- ➤ A new $2.1M grant from the Arkansas Department of Education Office of Early Childhood will fund ECEP (Early Care and Education Projects) at the College of Education and Health Professions to offer coaching and training for early childhood professionals. The grant renews annually for five years to boost kindergarten readiness. University of Arkansas
- ➤ A new report from Arkansas Appleseed Legal Justice Center shows that public school funding trails behind national and regional averages, with a 30% increase needed for equity (current funding is $8,162 per student). Lawmakers are reviewing next year’s budget as voucher spending grows amid concerns about racial disparities in education. Arkansas Times
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas Medicaid ended coverage after 60 days for 2,133 new mothers over a three‑month period, leaving many like Danielle Wright without extended care after childbirth—raising concerns about support for new moms locally. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas senior golfer John Daly II made his PGA Tour debut as an amateur on a sponsor exemption, finishing tied for 37th at the Puerto Rico Open held at the Grand Reserve Golf Club & posted a 7-under tournament score. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Arkansas Razorbacks beat Mizzou in an overtime thriller Saturday, giving Coach Calipari his 900th win & boosting the team's SEC Tournament seeding. Freshman Meleek Thomas led with 28 points & the Hogs are set to play Friday, Mar. 13 in Nashville. The Arkansas Traveler
- ➤ In Fayetteville, the Razorbacks lost 4-1 to Stetson on Sunday as freshman shortstop Carson Brumbaugh made his fourth and fifth errors in four games — prompting a closer look at the team's defensive efforts. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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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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ATLiens Live Performance
6-9 p.m. — Ozark Music Hall — Starting at $92 — Experience an unforgettable night with ATLiens in an electrifying live show.
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NWA Naturals Home Opener
7:05-9:00 p.m. — Arvest Ballpark — Family-friendly fun — Celebrate the arrival of spring with the NWA Naturals' opening game against the Amarillo Sod Poodles, complete with high-energy atmosphere and post-game fireworks.
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