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Fayetteville
Friday, May 15th, 2026
Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 15th of May.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art will kick off its expansion celebrations on May 29 at 4 p.m. with a conversation featuring founder Alice Walton, board chair Olivia Walton and architect Moshe Safdie at Heartland Whole Health Institute in Bentonville (850 Museum Way); tickets are $15 or $10 for members. NWA Business Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The city hosted an open house on Thursday to gather public input on proposed safety improvements along East Joyce Boulevard — from College Avenue to Crossover Road. Planners outlined changes such as roundabouts, medians, and new sidewalks to reduce traffic and boost safety for drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ New Census Bureau estimates show that Centerton grew by 5.7% from 2024 to 2025, making it Arkansas’s fastest-growing city, while Fayetteville increased to 106,623; data revealed strong gains in Northwest housing units + ongoing regional development. NWA Business Journal
- ➤ Former Council and Planning Commission member Sloan Scroggin died Wednesday at 41, according to Mayor Molly Rawn on the city Facebook page. Scroggin, who taught math at the University + worked as a Realtor, dedicated years to serving the community. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ South Florida softball is set for its first NCAA Tournament game outside Florida in 24 years as new seeding rules placed them in the Fayetteville Regional; coach Ken Eriksen (via Bogle Park practice) said the team will face Washington today at 7 p.m. on ESPNU. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Arkansas and Kentucky are set to face each other today at 5:30 p.m. at Kentucky Proud Park. The Razorbacks will start left-hander Hunter Dietz (a Golden Spikes Award semifinalist) against Kentucky’s Nate Harris, making his second start after a shoulder injury. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ The University has reinstated its men’s and women’s tennis programs effective immediately after supporters raised $5 million in short-term funding for the 2026–27 season — head coaches now begin preparations for competition. This move reverses the earlier decision to cut the teams. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Fordham softball clinched the A10 championship with four straight wins and will face Arkansas in the NCAA Tournament at 4:30 p.m. today at Bogle Park. Coach Melissa Inouye, who has long-standing ties with Arkansas, said the upcoming game ties years of friendship between the programs. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Arkansas softball faces Fordham today at 4:30 p.m. at Bogle Park during the NCAA Tournament game in Fayetteville; the game will stream on ESPN+ and the forecast calls for partly sunny skies with a high near 85 degrees. 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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Big K.R.I.T. Album Release Event
10 a.m. – 9:30 p.m. — Ozark Music Hall — Cost info unavailable — Celebrate the release of Big K.R.I.T.'s new album '4eva Is A Mighty Long Time'.
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Nike Volleyball Camp at University of Arkansas
9 a.m. - 3 p.m. — University Recreation + Wellness — $455 — A girls volleyball camp for ages 10-14 focusing on skill development and leadership.
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