Good morning, Fayetteville.

Jordan Markus will star as Michael Jackson in MJ The Musical at Walton Arts Center from May 20 to 25.

The 25-year-old actor took over the role after Jamaal Fields Green and trains daily with rigorous routines to prepare to bring the King of Pop's early career to life on stage.

A new law will change how royalty payments are made for Fayetteville Shale owners starting in August (the law may alter the amount each owner receives).

Arkansas won their regional game on May 18 at Bogle Park and reached the super regional round of the NCAA Softball Tournament for the first time since 2022— they will play in the super regionals soon.

Arkansas beat Tennessee on Saturday to win the rubber match 2-1, improving its record and earning the No.2 seed in the SEC Tournament.

Junior pitchers Gage Wood and Landon Beidelschies and senior pitcher Will McEntire delivered strong performances as the Hogs secured the series victory—setting them up for next week’s tournament.

Fayetteville Regional Final game between (4) Arkansas and Oklahoma State will be played today at 7:15 p.m. at Bogle Park after weather delays postponed the originally scheduled 3 p.m. start; Arkansas is one win away from advancing while a win by Oklahoma State will force a winner-take-all rematch.

MJ - The Musical

8:00-9:30 PM — Walton Arts Center — Recommended for ages 8 and up — Experience the unparalleled artistry of Michael Jackson in this Tony Award-winning musical.

Joseph Scott Elliott Band Live Performance

8 PM — Nomads Trailside — Ticket Info TBA — Enjoy a night of music featuring the Joseph Scott Elliott Band along with local acts.

May AI Meetup

6-8 p.m. — UofA Collaborative — Free food and drinks — Explore the exciting world of AI with engaging presentations and networking opportunities.

Payton Joy Live Performance

6-8 PM — Six Twelve Coffeehouse & Bar — Free entry — Enjoy a live Country-Rock performance and connect over favorite snacks.

Majo Aguilar Live

8-9:30 p.m. — JJ's Live — Tickets available online or at the door — Enjoy great music from Majo Aguilar while sipping your favorite drinks.

Books & Brews at Flyway Brewing Company

6-7 p.m. — Flyway Brewing Company — Free entry — Engage in a lively discussion over 'A Gentleman in Moscow' while enjoying craft brews.

An Evening with Amor Towles

7-8 p.m. — Fayetteville Public Library — Free admission — Engage in a conversation with bestselling author Amor Towles followed by a book signing.

The Fab Four - Ultimate Beatles Tribute

8:00-9:30 p.m. — JJ's Live — Ticket prices vary — Experience an award-winning tribute with note-for-note renditions of Beatles classics.

Ashtyn Barbaree Concert

2-6 p.m. — Fayetteville Public Library — Free entry — Experience ethereal Americana tunes from an acclaimed local singer-songwriter.

De-Mystifying Music Theory Workshop

6-8 p.m. — Folk School of Fayetteville — Free entry — Explore the intriguing nuances of music theory and ignite your creativity with Jack Williams.