Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 15th of April.
Good morning, Fayetteville.
The J.B. Hunt Transport Department of Supply Chain Management at U of A was ranked No. 5 in empirical research for the sixth year in a row by The SCM Journal List, which reviewed eight top-tier journals and received endorsements from 422 scholars.
Its undergraduate program was ranked No. 1 and its graduate program No. 2 in North America by Gartner.
A Springdale man—charged with robbing a bank branch in Fayetteville last summer—was sentenced on Monday to more than 15 years in federal prison.
The Walmart AMP will host country artist Jon Pardi for his Honkytonk Hollywood Tour show on Sept.
26 with Jake Worthington and Colby Acuff joining him. Tickets cost $45—$121.75 and go on sale Friday, April 18 at 10 a.m.
Mandy Hughes, a senior at Arkansas Tech University, will graduate debt-free next month by using innovative scholarship stacking programs.
She grew up watching her mother struggle with student debt — a struggle that drove her to seek full scholarship support.
Fayetteville’s Planning Commission turned down a proposed 185-unit student housing project on Dickson Street due to strong public pushback — residents and a petition of over 2,500 expressed concerns about traffic and parking, and the developer may appeal the decision to the City Council.
The City Clerk’s office released a schedule of public meetings for this week that includes a Bid Opening at 2 p.m. and a City Council Meeting at 5:30 p.m. today at City Hall — the listings also cover events through April 18.
The Arkansas House of Representatives approved a bill on Monday that lets Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders apply for reauthorization of the state's Medicaid expansion program.
The No. 2 Arkansas baseball team will host University of Arkansas-Pine Bluff today after a series loss to Georgia.
The Razorbacks begin a six-game homestand at 6 p.m. on the SEC Network—pitcher Tate McGuire, who earned his first win on April 8th, is set to start.
Chase Rice Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — JJ's Live — Tickets available online or at the door — Enjoy a night of live music from Chase Rice & Tyler Halverson with your favorite drinks.
Iron & Wine Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — JJ's Live — $52 general admission — Experience an evening of soulful music with Iron & Wine in Fayetteville's vibrant venue.
Woven Harmonies Night
7-9 p.m. — Six Twelve Coffeehouse & Bar — Enjoyable event — Experience a delightful evening of woven harmonies with treats and libations in a cozy atmosphere.
NWA Arts, Crafts & Drafts
6-8 p.m. — Six Twelve Coffeehouse & Bar — $1 off drinks and snacks during Happy Hour — Relax and get creative with fellow artists while enjoying live music.
Umphrey's McGee Live Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — George's Majestic Lounge — Tickets from $39.50 — Enjoy Umphrey's McGee's electrifying music during their Cruising Altitude tour.
DoNot Stop Half Marathon
8-11 a.m. — Walker Park — Youth pricing starts at $15 — A fun donut-themed race for families featuring multiple distances and delicious treats at the finish line.
Nothing More Concert
7-10 p.m. — JJ's Live — Tickets available online or at the door — Enjoy an evening of great music from Nothing More and Kingdom Collapse.
Rob Schneider's You Can Dooooo It Tour
7:30-9:00 p.m. — JJ's Live — Cost Info — Comedy legend Rob Schneider brings his full band for a night of nonstop laughs.
Mat Kearney & Augustana Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — JJ's Live — Tickets available online or at the door — Enjoy drinks and great music in a lively atmosphere.
Ty Myers Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — JJ's Live — Last-minute tickets available — Experience the live performance of Ty Myers in Fayetteville, AR.
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