Good morning, Fayetteville.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Emmanuel Cortes Live

7-10 p.m. — Ozark Music Hall — Tickets start at $93 — Emmanuel Cortes promises an unforgettable live performance in Fayetteville.

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.

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.

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'.

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.

AdventureCon 2026: Board Game and Tabletop Convention

9 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Rogers Convention Center — $10 – $85 — A family-friendly gathering filled with over 300 games for board game enthusiasts of all ages.