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Friday, May 29th, 2026
Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents near the proposed Owl Creek park met with city Parks and Recreation officials on Thursday, May 28 to review three design plans plus share concerns over a parking lot and trail lighting. They may complete a survey as the city adjusts the project plans. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream is set to open soon at 2345 N. College Ave in the former Burger King building. The second location in Arkansas could open on Thursday, June 11 and will offer 48 rotating flavors including non-dairy + vegan options. Fayetteville Flyer
- ➤ Walmart will host its annual employee celebration and shareholders meeting next week in Northwest Arkansas. Employees will tour the Bentonville headquarters and enjoy a free concert at Bud Walton Arena (location in Fayetteville) while shareholders join a virtual meeting on Thursday at 8:30 a.m. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Tyson Foods CEO Donnie King will step down in October at the end of the fiscal year – board member Jeffrey Schomburger, who starts on July 1, will take over as CEO on Oct. 4. This leadership change comes as the company aims to continue its growth strategy. NWA Business Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas film and music organizations are joining forces (celebrating local talent and boosting tourism) in two events. The first is a documentary screening at the Eureka Springs Blues Party Saturday, May 30, and the second is a filmmaker forum at White Water Tavern on Wednesday, June 3. 4029 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Washington County Mental Health Court honored its first graduate on Thursday at the Historic Washington County Courthouse. The 14-month program required therapy, medication, and stable living conditions to help the participant dismiss a felony charge and move toward a productive future. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Washington Regional Medical System announced Thursday (May 28) it is restructuring to eliminate 86 jobs as part of efforts to counter rising labor and supply costs. The Fayetteville-based system said patients will not experience disruptions in care. 4029 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Players and coaches from Arkansas & Missouri State practiced in heavy rain Thursday at Hoglund Ballpark to get ready for today's NCAA tournament game at 5 p.m. in Lawrence, as Kansas & Northeastern plan later matchups while teams brace for possible wet turf. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Arkansas women’s track and field advanced 12 Razorback athletes on Thursday in the NCAA West First Rounds and will run in eight events again Saturday at John McDonnell Field — the team aims to qualify for the NCAA Outdoor Championships in Eugene. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Arkansas golfer Reagan Zibilski, who helped the Razorbacks reach the final four at the NCAA Championships earlier this week, earns a spot on the Epson Tour for the rest of 2026 and all of 2027 after a top 10 finish in the LPGA Collegiate Advancement Pathway. She will compete in the FireKeepers Casino Hotel Championship from June 12 to 14 in Battle Creek. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ The No. 6 Arkansas men's golf team will begin play at the NCAA Championship today at the Omni La Costa Resort and Spa in Carlsbad, California. The six-player team is set with a tee time (12:12 p.m. CT) and will compete in a stroke play format that leads into match play for the national title. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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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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