Good morning, Fayetteville.

Def Leppard will begin their summer tour at the Walmart AMP in Rogers on Monday, June 23 — the show will start at 6:30 p.m. with music at 8 p.m. Tickets will be available starting at 10 a.m. on Friday, March 21 — prices range from $69.50 to $399.50.

Bentonville-based Heartland Forward released a report on Monday, March 17 showing that adding 275 medical residents over six years will bring $465 million in economic activity and help ease a doctor shortage.

The study found that each new resident adds $482,000 a year — a cost-effective boost to the state’s health care system.

On March 19th to 20th, the Latin American and Latino Studies Program will hold a two-day conference on Latinas/os and the U.S. South at Arkansas Union.

The event will include panels with University of Arkansas faculty and off-campus participants and a keynote lecture by historian Cecilia Marquez from Duke University.

Fayetteville officials are holding public meetings from March 17 through March 21 — a City Council meeting is held today at 5:30 p.m. in City Hall Room 219 via Zoom and additional sessions involve the Housing Task Force, Arts Council and Black Heritage Preservation Commission.

Officials said the Arkansas jobless rate rose to 3.6% in December after revisions increased earlier estimates, though it remains near historic lows.

The U.S. rate dropped from 4.1% in December to 4% in January—highlighting a shift in economic trends.

Arkansas earned a No. 10 seed in the West Region and will face No. 7 seed Kansas in the first round on Thursday at 6:10 p.m. in Providence.

The Razorbacks (20-13) are making their 37th tournament appearance, and coach Calipari said they must be ready for a tough game against Kansas with key players.

The Wallflowers Live Performance

Enjoy an evening of great music from The Wallflowers at JJ's Live, with drinks available for purchase.

Funny Girl: A Broadway Revival

This musical comedy tells the inspiring story of Fanny Brice, a girl from the Lower East Side who rises to stardom with a backdrop of iconic songs and vibrant choreography.

Tulip Festival at Rivercrest Orchard

Experience Arkansas' largest tulip festival with vibrant fields of tulips, photo opportunities, live music, and specialty treats.

A Taste of Ireland

7-10 p.m. | Walton Arts Center | Tickets required | Experience a captivating performance of Irish dance and storytelling featuring world-class talent.

The Four Horsemen Tribute Concert

8 PM - 2 AM | JJ's Live | Ticket prices vary | Experience the legendary music of Metallica through the only album-quality tribute band on the planet.

Time to Paddy 5k/10k and Lucky 13.1 Half Marathon

7:45-11:00 a.m. | Veterans Memorial Park | Youth 5k/10k for $15 | Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with a family-friendly run featuring fun swag and a kid's dash.

West Coast Swing Dance Night

6-9 p.m. — Six Twelve Coffeehouse & Bar — $10 entry — Learn West Coast Swing with Keke and Phuong followed by social dancing.

Willow Avalon Live Show

8:30-11:30 p.m. — George's Majestic Lounge — $19.99-$74.99 — Enjoy a night of great music from Willow Avalon with Jake Kohn while sipping your favorite drinks.

Ole 60 Live Performance

8:00-9:30 p.m. — JJ's Live — Tickets available online or at the door — Enjoy great music and drinks with friends at this all-ages event featuring Ole 60 ft. Nolan Taylor.

The Edge Effect Concert

7:30 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. — Walton Arts Center — Tickets required — Experience a captivating a cappella performance that showcases diverse musical styles without the need for autotune.