Sunday, March 15th, 2026
Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 15th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Crystal Bridges opened the America 250: Common Threads exhibition on Saturday, March 14 and it will run through July 27. The exhibit uses a quilt metaphor to celebrate American history (tickets cost $15, with free entry for veterans, seniors, youth, and SNAP recipients). 4029 News
- ➤ Sara Evants, a mixed media artist in Fayetteville, is showcasing her work that uses bold colors (textures and organic shapes) to explore intuition. Her studio visit ties in with ideas from Patti Smith’s Just Kids. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Walton Arts Center announced the 2026-27 Broadway season — featuring Tony-award winning musicals, bonus shows and a Rodgers and Hammerstein favorite, 'The Sound of Music,' that will bring live theater to local audiences. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Librarian and educator Constance Mitchell helped build the modern UCA Archives in 1950 and boosted student support with innovative programs at ASTC in Conway—her legacy lives on through the Arkansas Room and scholarships for current UCA students. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas won over Oklahoma 82-79, and the Razorbacks will face Ole Miss on Saturday at 2:30 p.m. in the SEC Tournament Semifinal as they seek revenge for last year’s loss (Brazile achieved a double-double). The Arkansas Traveler
- ➤ Arkansas football kicks off its first spring practice under coach Ryan Silverfield on Sunday at the team’s practice fields. The quarterback battle tops the agenda as the new team works through six pressing questions ahead of the season — a key shift for the program. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Freshman Landon Schaefer debuted on Saturday night at Baum-Walker Stadium in a doubleheader split with Mississippi State. Arkansas made a key bases-loaded play at a critical moment as they ended the split with one win and one loss. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Oklahoma won against Texas A&M on Thursday and will face a rested Arkansas team tonight at 8:30 p.m. on ESPN. Coach Porter Moser said his team will focus on quick recovery for the SEC Tournament quarterfinal. The Arkansas Traveler
- ➤ Arkansas (25 wins, 8 losses) and Vanderbilt (26 wins, 7 losses) meet in the SEC Tournament final at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville today at noon. Arkansas, fresh off a 93 to 68 win in their only matchup this season, aims for a higher NCAA seed while Vanderbilt is favored by 2 1/2 points. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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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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Solas Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Walton Arts Center — Tickets required — Experience the most popular Celtic band in the U.S. with vibrant music and lively performance.
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Arkansas Razorbacks vs. Arkansas Pine Bluff Baseball
6-10 p.m. — Baum–Walker Stadium — Tickets required — Watch the Arkansas Razorbacks take on the Golden Lions in an exciting baseball matchup.
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