Good morning, Fayetteville.

The city will host a blood drive on Monday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Fayetteville Town Center (15 W.

Mountain St) to honor officer Stephen Carr, who was killed in 2019, in partnership with the Community Blood Center of the Ozarks.

Fayetteville will host a jam-packed weekend featuring live music, art, and sports events—local rockers King Chicken perform at George’s, a happy hour is set at Moxy Hotel, new shows will open at Artemis, and a Voice Jam festival airs at Walton Arts Center, with an art crawl, Farmers’ Market, track meet and Razorback soccer rounding out the events.

The University of Arkansas reached a record $252.9 million in research expenditures for 2025, an increase of over $90 million in four years.

Chancellor Charles Robinson said the milestone reflects the land-grant mission that drives innovation and improves quality of life statewide.

Retiring University of Arkansas journalism professor Larry Foley delivered his 'The Truth Matters' lecture at the Roy Reed Lecture Series on Apr.

9 and received tributes from former students and colleagues for his long career. The School of Journalism and Strategic Media will be renamed the Larry Foley UATV Studio in his honor.

In Fayetteville, spring allergy season worsened as a warmer winter boosted pollen and controlled burns added irritants; forecast showers may temporarily reduce allergens but also spur more growth (experts advise using nasal sprays or consulting a specialist if symptoms persist).

Arkansas baseball changes its rotation as Hunter Dietz, a third-year left-hander, will start today’s game at Sewell-Thomas Stadium against Alabama at 6 p.m.—following struggles by No. 1 starter Gabe Gaeckle—while Cole Gibler is set to begin Saturday’s contest.

25-year-old Mateo Pulcini (a former Razorbacks member) is making his major debut at the Masters after winning the Latin America Amateur in January.

The tournament began on April 9 at Augusta National and runs until Sunday.

During spring practice No. 8 at the Fred Smith Center on Thursday, deep-ball touchdown catches by Courtney Crutchfield and Chris Marshall impressed visitors as the Razorbacks prepared for Saturday’s live-tackling scrimmage in 76-degree sunny weather.

Arkansas transfer guard Bonnie Deas, the (5 ft 9 in) player who led her Razorbacks in rebounds, has committed to join the UCLA Bruins.

She will join coach Cori Close's national championship team, building on her standout freshman season.

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.