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Fayetteville
Friday, April 17th, 2026
Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Strawberry season is in full swing at Reagan Family Farm where families pick from seven types of berries — the season will run through the end of May while the owner credits early spring weather for a strong start and extended hours, including a drive through option. 4029 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ UA Fine Arts Center (75th anniversary) was unveiled on Thursday, April 16 at the UA campus after a $38 million renovation funded partly by the Walton Family Charitable Support Foundation. The center now offers flexible spaces with updated technology for art-making. Fayetteville Flyer
- ➤ Sinkane will perform at White Water Tavern on Wednesday, April 22 at 8 p.m. The show features sounds from his new album We Belong and tickets cost between $20 and $25. Arkansas Times
- ➤ Today, TheatreSquared debuts its fresh family reimagining of Pride & Prejudice in downtown Fayetteville with UA acting students, including graduates heading to new careers, and hosts Austen-inspired events like a script circle and staged reading. Fayetteville Flyer
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Fay Jones School of Architecture and Design held its Winter Fest Reception and Alumni Recognition Ceremony on Jan. 30 to honor 13 alumni design projects selected from 62 entries. Winners include teams behind the Pinnacle Mountain Visitor Center and Trout Farm ADU, showcasing local and statewide design influence. University of Arkansas
- ➤ U of A Libraries invite undergraduates to enter a 3D printing contest during Undergraduate Research Week; submissions are accepted from Apr. 13-24 at AR Creation Studios on campus, with Makerspace staff helping prepare the prints. University of Arkansas
- ➤ Faculty and students from U of A's Mathematical Sciences Department represented the university by presenting innovative teaching strategies at two regional conferences. They presented at ArkMATYC in Hot Springs on April 10 and participated in a workshop at the MAA meeting in Little Rock April 9-11. University of Arkansas
- ➤ Dr. Weihua An of Emory University will speak on how social networks shape truth at the Donald D. Sieger Speaker Series in GEAR room 258 on Wednesday, Apr. 22 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. University of Arkansas
- ➤ Registration is open for U of A Summer Music Camps at the Community Music School. Students can enroll in the Junior High Band Camp (July 5 to 10) or Senior High Band and Junior/Senior Orchestra Camps (July 12 to 17) for focused instruction, ensemble rehearsals and a final performance. University of Arkansas
- ➤ The U of A School of Art's M.A. in Art Education Program will host its Saturday Night Symposium: Student Research in Bentonville on Saturday, Apr. 25 from 5 to 8 p.m. Graduates will present work with a keynote by Flavia Bastos (refreshments provided) and admission is free. University of Arkansas
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ University of Arkansas students are cutting food waste in campus dining halls by running volunteer-led compost crews and food recovery programs (tracking leftovers to reduce waste and donate extra meals), as part of the university’s zero-waste goal to divert 90% of its waste from landfills by 2040. The Arkansas Traveler
- ➤ The University of Arkansas will unveil a new solar facility as part of the state’s largest commercial solar project during an Earth Day event Wednesday, April 22 at 11 a.m. in west Fayetteville at 8200 W. Wedington Drive — inviting the campus community to attend a ribbon-cutting, panel tour and refreshments. University of Arkansas
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fayetteville asks residents to limit water use during a Beaver Water District pipeline move next week; only essential tasks like drinking, cooking, bathing, and cleaning are advised. Conservation periods are Monday, April 20, Tuesday, April 21, Wednesday, April 22, and Sunday, April 26 (midnight to 5 a.m.). 4029 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ At Arkansas' spring practice, coach Ryan Silverfield focused on improved ball security and a revamped line as he prepares his team for a tough SEC schedule with games against Utah, Georgia and Tulsa. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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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.
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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.
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Candlelight Concert: The Best of Hans Zimmer
6:30–7:30 p.m. — Fayetteville Public Library — Ticketed event — Experience the iconic music of Hans Zimmer performed by Listeso String Quartet under candlelight.
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