Good morning, Fayetteville.

Local organizers have planned Earth Day celebrations across the community from Saturday, April 18 to Tuesday, April 25 — featuring a free tree giveaway at the downtown Farmers’ Market, a proclamation by Mayor Rawn with Environmental Stewardship Awards at Marion Orton Recycling Center, botanical garden activities, cleanup events and educational screenings.

Artemis Lounge, a new all-ages venue at 509 W.

Spring St., will open this weekend, April 10 through 12, featuring live music by Supplement and local DJs plus art displays and workout classes — pilates on Friday and yoga on Sunday with a $10 cover.

Steve Krogull will step down as chief information officer of ITS on April 13 to lead the Arkansas High Performance Computing Center for computational research; Jannette Akridge, a trusted leader in data strategy, will serve as interim ITS head until a permanent replacement is named.

The University of Arkansas (UA) faculty senate voted Wednesday to propose changes to policies on course repeats and withdrawals that may alter how students plan their registrations.

Faculty members expect new guidelines to take effect after further review.

The University of Arkansas hosted the Shadden Symposium today where speech-language pathologists and graduate students learned new strategies to help improve executive function and earned continuing education units.

Attendees from local schools (including Root Elementary) praised the event honoring long-time educator Barbara Shadden for her lasting impact on the field.

Three apartment complexes sold for $17.82 million in multiple transactions across Benton and Washington counties.

Affiliates of Read Property Group bought Nantucket Apartments on Nantucket Drive in Fayetteville (among others that include properties in Springdale and Rogers) as part of the deal.

Peter Doohan (known as the Becker Wrecker) will be posthumously inducted into the Arkansas Sports Hall of Fame Friday night at the Oaklawn Event Center in Hot Springs.

The former Razorback and NCAA doubles champion is remembered for his humor and skill on the court.

The Arkansas softball notebook reported that AUSL's ticket for Dakota Kennedy was a golden moment that boosted Razorback softball’s profile and marked a milestone in her standout play.

Matt Jones and Tom Murphy discuss the Razorbacks spring practice—Murphy shared his insights on the first half of spring ball during the WholeHogSports Daily Podcast.

On Wednesday, April 8, Arkansas offensive line coaches Marcus Johnson + Jeff Myers met with players Kobe Branham and Caden Kitler to discuss Razorbacks' spring practices at a press conference at the Broyles Center in Fayetteville.

A new review spotlights the five greatest NCAA Tournament wins in Razorback history, including Scotty Thurman’s game-winning three in 1994 and U.S. Reed’s buzzer beater in 1981.

The piece comes as the 2026 tournament wraps Monday.

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.

Northwestern State Demons vs. Arkansas Razorbacks Baseball

1-7 p.m. — Baum–Walker Stadium — Join the excitement of college baseball as the Demons battle the Razorbacks.

Ole Miss Rebels vs Arkansas Razorbacks Baseball

6-7 p.m. — Baum–Walker Stadium — Cost not specified — Experience a thrilling college baseball matchup featuring the Rebels and Razorbacks.

Brand New Home on Markham Hill

Brand new home on Markham Hill — modern living beside wooded trails, just five minutes from downtown and the University.