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Friday, May 23rd, 2025
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Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Julie Sigears told the Fayetteville Crisis Task Force that her new home at Cobblestone Farms Community has eased her burden by lowering her rent from $800 to $681 and providing a safe space for her children. About 42 families have moved in—more than 50 are expected, and the task force will present its final recommendations at City Council on June 10. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Wilson Park Pool will open for the 2025 season on Saturday, May 24 and will offer open swim, lap swimming, swim lessons, dive-in movies, and pool party reservations — with daily admission at $4 for adults and $3 for ages 15 and under. Fayetteville Flyer
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Jacob Vann said he had only seconds to react on May 19 when an EF2 tornado lifted his manufactured home in Greenland with him, his wife, and their pets inside—though they all emerged uninjured and are now beginning cleanup with support from neighbors. 5 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Comedian Tig Notaro will headline the four-day Eureka Springs Pride festival in June in the Carroll County town—she is set to perform at 5 p.m. on Saturday, June 14 at the Eureka Springs Auditorium. A drag bill featuring performers from RuPaul's Drag Race will run on Sunday, June 15. Arkansas Times
- ➤ The Theatre Collective of Northwest Arkansas will present the musical comedy 'Disenchanted!' today at The Medium in Springdale at 7 p.m., with additional shows on May 24 at 7 p.m. and May 25 at 2 p.m.—the production, led by Diana Weeks as a bold Snow White and directed by Rachel Mills, uses humor to challenge classic fairy tale roles in its first main stage performance. This ambitious show takes the group beyond its previous Black Box Theater runs to offer a fresh, rowdy twist on a familiar story. The Free Weekly
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Fayetteville Public Schools announced that school meal prices may rise 25 cents for full-price students next school year—officials said the increase will help cover rising food, supply and staff costs. Free and reduced-price meals remain free due to a state law that now makes breakfast free. 4029 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Beginning Tuesday, May 27, a section of the Razorback Regional Greenway between W. Center and W. Spring streets will be detoured for construction; trail users will follow a detour via N. West Avenue and Center. The trail will reopen Friday, May 30, with an overhead protection canopy and scaffold tunnel in place — caution is advised for changing surface conditions. City of Fayetteville
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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.
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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.
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Payton Joy Live Performance
6-8 PM — Six Twelve Coffeehouse & Bar — Free entry — Enjoy a live Country-Rock performance and connect over favorite snacks.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Ashtyn Barbaree Concert
2-6 p.m. — Fayetteville Public Library — Free entry — Experience ethereal Americana tunes from an acclaimed local singer-songwriter.
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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.
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Clarke Buehling Concert with Walter Schmidt
7-9 p.m. — Folk School of Fayetteville — Tickets available — Experience the rich sounds of 19th-century banjo music from acclaimed performer Clarke Buehling.
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