Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of April.
Good morning, Fayetteville.
Famous street artist Leon Keer from the Netherlands was picked by the city’s Parks, Natural Resources and Cultural Affairs Department and AGAR to design a new mural on the West Avenue Parking Deck in the Dickson Street Entertainment District.
The mural uses toy cars to create a fun art piece and will begin painting in late May this spring.
Willard and Pat Walker Charitable Foundation will donate $5 million to support UA’s Land of Opportunity Scholarship and join the group of donors who give at least $1 million—boosting a campaign that raised 64% of its goal and more than $127.26 million in pledges as of April 1.
The donation will improve education access for students across all 75 counties and continues the foundation’s long legacy at UA.
Fay Jones School of Architecture and Design will host Earth Week events on Monday and Tuesday in Vol Walker Hall and the Arkansas Union—featuring lectures and student presentations on sustainability.
Professor Marty Matlock will speak at 4:30 p.m. Monday and graduating sustainability students will show their capstone projects on Tuesday, with playwright Carson Kreitzer giving her talk at 1:15 p.m.
Chuck Todd, the longtime host of NBC's Meet the Press and a winner of several Emmy Awards, spoke at UA-Fayetteville on April 16 about journalism challenges and the political climate.
He said he still believes this is the best time for young people to get into journalism despite industry headwinds.
A new health and wellness vending machine is now open at the southeast entrance of the Pat Walker Health Center on the University of Arkansas campus, offering free Narcan & fentanyl prevention kits via a short voucher process available 24/7 to anyone on campus.
The machine is part of Attorney General Tim Griffin's One Pill Can Kill initiative launched in October 2024 to help combat the opioid crisis.
South Carolina transfer forward Nick Pringle signed with the Arkansas men’s basketball team after an easy decision motivated by a strong connection with Coach Calipari and his staff—he visited Fayetteville on Wednesday and left on Thursday and now looks forward to leading the Razorbacks with his veteran skills.
After rain forced a schedule change, second-ranked Arkansas and Texas A&M will play a doubleheader today at Baum-Walker Stadium—tickets for Saturday’s game are needed for the first contest and tickets bought for Friday work for the finale.
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.
Sunday Patio Series with Cody Rawlings
3-5 p.m. — Waystone Pizza Co. — Enjoy great eats and cold drinks while listening to live music.
Fuel For Your Health Demo Day
5-9 p.m. — Heartland Whole Health Institute — Free entry — Celebrate the culmination of health tech innovation with dynamic presentations and a lively afterparty.
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