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Fayetteville
Thursday, April 30th, 2026
Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 30th of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Firefly Fling returns to the Botanical Garden of the Ozarks on Saturday, June 27, offering families a magical evening of live music, face painting, henna tattoos, and interactive activities (including fairy house building and educational booths). Food trucks and marketplace vendors will also be on hand. Fayetteville Flyer
- ➤ The Arkansas Air & Military Museum will host Warbird Weekend in Fayetteville from Friday, May 29 to Sunday, May 31. The event will feature historic WWII-era planes, a vintage car show, re-enactors, and a Canteen night with a pin-up contest while ticket prices vary. Fayetteville Flyer
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ BLS data released April 29 shows that most metro areas in Arkansas had higher jobless rates in February compared with last year — Northwest Arkansas stayed below 4% while Fort Smith lost 800 jobs, and both Central Arkansas and Jonesboro saw modest job gains amid rising unemployment. NWA Business Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ U of A will host three summer camps for young musicians this June. The Razorback Twirler Camp (June 8-9) at HPER, Arkansas Marimba Camp (June 9-13) at Epley Band and Billingsley Music buildings, and UA Drum Major Camp (June 14-17) at Epley will offer training and final performances on campus. University of Arkansas
- ➤ The University of Arkansas supports neurodivergent students during Autism Acceptance Month by offering academic and social mentoring through its Autism Support Program, while local groups such as AIM distribute sensory kits to local businesses—creating inclusive environments on campus and in the community. The Arkansas Traveler
- ➤ A Springdale fifth grader from John Tyson Elementary created a digital map that outlines Nika West's 950-mile Ride of Removal along the Trail of Tears. The project, developed in the EAST program, earned finalist recognition at the 2026 Arkansas EAST Conference and is being shared with regional partners. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ DOE delays have stalled a Berryville waste-to-fuel project that was awarded $745,932 in January 2025 (part of a $6.9 million initiative) as Rep. Steve Womack’s office works with DOE on hundreds of halted federal awards. NWA Business Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas baseball coach Dave Van Horn and players Ethan McElvain and Carter Rutenbar held a press conference on Wednesday, April 29 to recap the Razorbacks' 5-2 win over Northwestern State at Baum-Walker Stadium in Fayetteville. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Arkansas softball will begin a three-game series against the Longhorns today at 6 p.m. at McCombs Field in Austin+ the next games are scheduled Friday at 2 p.m. and Saturday at noon. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Seven weeks ago, reporters raised six questions as Arkansas football began its spring practices, and the review examines how many were answered in 15 sessions while QB KJ Jackson passed on Saturday, Apr. 25 at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium in Fayetteville (Hank Layton/WholeHogSports captured the moment). Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Razorback coach John Calipari announced the addition of 7-foot forward Miikka Muurinen on Monday, completing the No. 1 rated freshman class. The Finnish forward played at prep schools (Kansas and Arizona) and with a Serbian professional team before joining Calipari’s squad. Fayetteville Flyer
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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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Chefs in the Garden
5:00–8:30 p.m. — Botanical Garden of the Ozarks — Ticketed event — Experience a delightful evening of culinary creativity amid beautiful garden scenery.
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Coheed and Cambria Concert
10 a.m.–9:30 p.m. — Ozark Music Hall — $70/ea — Experience a day filled with music from the iconic band Coheed and Cambria.
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Bingo Loco Music Trivia Night
6:00-9:30 p.m. — Ozark Music Hall — 21+ event — Experience a high-energy, interactive bingo night filled with music trivia, dance-offs, and exciting prizes.
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Emmanuel Cortes Live
7-10 p.m. — Ozark Music Hall — Tickets start at $93 — Emmanuel Cortes promises an unforgettable live performance in Fayetteville.
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Irish Session
5:30-8:30 p.m. — Folk School of Fayetteville / Fayetteville Roots — Free entry — A lively gathering of musicians where Irish tunes and songs are played in harmony.
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Summer Reading Kickoff!
9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. — Fayetteville Public Library — Free entry — Celebrate the start of summer with fun activities, food, and performances for all ages.
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