Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of March.
Good morning, Fayetteville.
💼 Business
Jackie Lawrence (M.A.
'14) is promoted to vice president of people relations at J.B. Hunt in Lowell, where she will oversee business partnership, inclusion, and the HR Call Center. Her advancement comes after more than 14 years with the company.
🎓 Education
UA Fayetteville asked longtime professor Mohja Kahf to remove two office posters after a student complaint reached the administration; the posters include a satirical comic from 2005 and a recent pro-Palestinian image.
Kahf said the displays are key to her literature courses and will remain.
Wayne Brashear, the first campus fire marshal at U of A, is retiring after more than 22 years of service.
He said he plans to spend more time with family in retirement (earning praise from colleagues and campus safety officials).
🏈 Sports
The 4-seeded Arkansas Razorbacks lost to the top-seeded Arizona Wildcats in the Sweet 16 at SAP Center in San Jose on Thursday.
Coach John Calipari said he remains proud of his team despite a game marked by foul trouble and a size mismatch.
🎉 Fayetteville Events
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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.
ATLiens Live Performance
6-9 p.m. — Ozark Music Hall — Starting at $92 — Experience an unforgettable night with ATLiens in an electrifying live show.
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.
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.
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.
Georgia Bulldogs at Arkansas Razorbacks Baseball
7-10 p.m. — Baum–Walker Stadium — Ticket pricing varies — Catch the thrilling SEC baseball showdown between the Bulldogs and Razorbacks.
Blue Man Group Performance
8-11 p.m. — Walton Arts Center — Tickets vary — Experience the unique blend of music, comedy, and multimedia from a world-renowned performance group.
Writers Weekend: Open Mic Session
2-3 p.m. — Fayetteville Public Library — Free entry — Share your original poetry or prose in a supportive environment at this open mic session.
Max McNown Concert
7-10 p.m. — Ozark Music Hall — Tickets from $64 — Catch the latest hits from Max McNown in a vibrant live setting.
Wilson Park Pickleball Rumble
4:00 AM - 9:30 AM — Wilson Park — Free entry — Compete or play casually in this spirited pickleball tournament at a popular local venue.
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