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Fayetteville
Sunday, May 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 3rd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Dennis Maxwell of Siloam Springs raised over $4,000 for a local nonprofit when he took on the Everest Challenge at John Brown University in April. He scaled the campus steps to boost donations and support the fundraising effort. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Arts Live Theater will stage High School Musical Jr., a play inspired by the hit 2006 Disney movie starring Zac Efron and Vanessa Hudgens. The show runs May 10-17 at Clapp Auditorium on Mount Sequoyah in Fayetteville. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Fayetteville joins over 1,000 cities worldwide on June 21 for Make Music Day. The free event offers live music at parks and public spaces (including the Visitor Center and downtown venues) where community members can play, learn and enjoy together. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A new flight school is launching at Drake Field to offer commercial pilot training with plans to include 25 aircraft and 200 students by the end of next year, boosting local workforce development locally. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Walmart agreed to pay Arkansas $847,847.30 in civil penalties following a federal consent judgment resolving claims of misrepresented driver pay for Walmart Spark drivers. Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin stated Friday (May 1) that the settlement offers monetary relief and reinforces fair compensation. NWA Business Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Union Christian Academy Lady Eagles won the state softball title and used a rain pause at the driving range in Fayetteville to work on their swings. The team celebrates its win and looks forward to upcoming games. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ After receiving a scholarship offer, class of 2028 offensive lineman Sean Sherman visited Fayetteville for the Red-White game last weekend and now plans another visit to reconnect with the team as he considers the city a big family. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Saturday afternoon, Ole Miss delivered an early punch — scoring a grand slam quickly — and led 11-4 over the Razorbacks at Baum-Walker Stadium to even the series; the teams will play the deciding match Sunday at 2 p.m. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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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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