Good morning, Fayetteville.

U of A alumnus Rip Gresham and his wife Carol donated $100,000 to the Land of Opportunity Scholarship program + the gift will cover fees above tuition so students can study abroad without financial barriers.

Charles Leflar—clinical professor emeritus at Walton College of Business—was honored with the Faculty Gold Medal Award on April 21 at the Jim and Joyce Faulkner Performing Arts Center.

U of A provost Terry Martin presented the award for his decades of work helping students succeed in competitive scholarship and grant contests.

NWACC celebrated Earth Day 2025 when students in the Trail and Bicycle Technician Programs built the campus's first mountain biking trail—testing different routes to choose the best one.

The new trail connects the Arkansas and Missouri trailheads to Water Tower Road—supporting ongoing campus projects.

The Advertising and Promotion Commission selected Ryan Hauck from three finalists as Experience Fayetteville’s new CEO; he will begin on July 21 pending final approval—Hauck plans to meet local stakeholders to learn what the community needs.

Arkansas passed a law on April 16 that bans pharmacy benefit managers from owning pharmacies.

Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders and lawmakers approved House Bill 1150 to keep drug stores focused on patient care—helping to ensure fair drug pricing and better access to medications.

On Wednesday night in Fayetteville, the No. 4 Arkansas baseball team beat Arkansas-Little Rock 4-0 in their final midweek home game and improved their home record to 10-1.

The Razorbacks now sit at 27-3 and will face Missouri State next Tuesday.

Former 5-star SEC receiver Johntay Cook will visit Fayetteville on Thursday and Friday to complete his official recruitment visit to Arkansas.

Cook was highly rated by Rivals — he has previously visited Arizona State and Syracuse.

The University of Arkansas baseball team beat Arkansas-Little Rock 10-0 at Baum-Walker Stadium Tuesday night, scoring 10 or more runs for the 22nd time in 42 games.

They improved to a 21-1 record when scoring double figures— a feat achieved in key games— and will face Missouri State on April 29 at Hammons Field.

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.

Open House at the 34th Annual Eureka Springs Studio Walk

Come by 15 White Street to check out our Open House from 4p-10p. We'll be featuring 4 artists and will have free appetizers/beverages and a free drawing for a chance to Win a $100 Gift Certificate to Ermilios.

Candlelight: A Tribute to Coldplay

8:30-9:30 p.m. — TheatreSquared — Tickets available — Experience a stunning candlelight concert featuring a string quartet performing Coldplay's greatest hits.