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Tuesday, May 5th, 2026
Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Horse riders and farmers met at Devils Den State Park on May 4 to urge cyclists to yield to horses and pedestrians as trail traffic increased. They stressed that proper trail etiquette is essential for everyone’s safety. 4029 News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Northwest Arkansas Business Journal is accepting nominations for its awards programs, with deadlines on May 22 for Forty Under 40, on May 8 for Women in Business, and on Aug. 14 for C-Suite Awards. Nominees must live in Benton, Carroll, Crawford, Madison, Sebastian and Washington counties. NWA Business Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Seratones will perform this Friday, May 8, at White Water Tavern at 8 p.m. for $20, bringing their blend of gospel roots and futuristic soul music with local opener OrOrOr on stage. Arkansas Times
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ GasBuddy reported that gas prices in Arkansas jumped more than 33 cents per gallon in the week before May 4, with prices rising over 31 cents from last month and $1.15 from last year, as refinery outages & supply constraints drove the increase. 5 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Arkansas will hold commencement ceremonies on Friday, May 8 and Saturday, May 9 at Bud Walton Arena and Barnhill Arena as it honors more than 6,500 graduates - Congressman Steve Womack will speak on Friday while multiple colleges celebrate their graduates. University of Arkansas
- ➤ Arkansas Circuit Court Judge John Threet will deliver the U of A School of Law commencement address at 4 p.m. Saturday, May 9, in Barnhill Arena. The ceremony will be live streamed for those unable to attend. University of Arkansas
- ➤ University of Arkansas College of Engineering moved into the top 100 of the U.S. News & World Report Best Graduate Engineering Schools rankings, climbing from 106th to 99th overall and 65th among public programs. This ranking reflects improved research and selectivity — key elements of the college’s Vision 2035 plan. University of Arkansas
- ➤ U of A grad student Jonah began attending Razorback Recovery meetings in early 2025 to address digital addiction and now leads the weekly ‘Being Present in the Digital Age’ group — meeting Mondays at 5:30 p.m. in the Razorback Recovery Lounge at the health center to help fellow students build meaningful connections. University of Arkansas
- ➤ The Northwest Arkansas Writing Project will host Young Writers Camps from June 15-26 at the U of A campus, Hellstern Middle School in Springdale, and Washington Junior High School (for WJH students) so students in 2nd through 11th grade can improve their writing with fun activities and peer feedback. University of Arkansas
- ➤ On May 20, 2026, the U of A's last remaining Tech Store at the University Bookstore (616 N. Garland Ave.) will close permanently after 42 years of service. IT Business Operations will manage standard tech purchases while warranty support moves to the Student Technology Center. University of Arkansas
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ In Washington County, a black bear was safely relocated from a tree on April 30 (a recent reminder to stay cautious), while officials in eastern Oklahoma search for another near Bill J. Barber Park to help residents keep a safe distance from wildlife. 5 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Freshman Christian Turner hit a two-run walk-off homer on Sunday at Baum-Walker Stadium to give the Razorbacks a 5 – 4 series clinching win over Ole Miss. The win sets up Friday’s game against Oklahoma. Fayetteville Flyer
- ➤ Arkansas football program announced it has received junior college defensive back Jathan Hatch for the 2026 class, and he is set to bolster the team’s roster moving forward. 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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