Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 7th of June.
Good morning, Fayetteville.
💼 Business
Springdale-based Harps Food Stores partnered with NationsBenefits — a healthcare fintech firm — to expand benefits card use at over 160 stores for approved food-as-medicine and health products.
The new system offers real-time validation at checkout, easing access for eligible health plan members.
🎭 Culture
Local Pride celebrations and arts events are scheduled this week, including Hairpins Happy Hour (June 10, Bentonville) and an Author Signing (June 14, Fayetteville).
The calendar also offers artmaking at Crystal Bridges (June 13) and film screenings that spotlight community culture.
Arkansas native Jake Bell, who began his career at Arkansas State University-Beebe and managed long-running Broadway shows, will receive a Tony Honor tonight at Radio City Music Hall.
The 76-year-old from Cabot is celebrated for his enduring contributions to theater.
Mount Sequoyah will host a silent disco called Bad Bunny Edition on June 25 at 7 p.m. Elite Beats NWA will DJ as salsa dancers perform and free snacks, pizza, and beverages are offered (headphones rent for $25) to support campus maintenance and free arts classes.
TheatreSquared presents Eugene Onegin: A Bluegrass Musical, a new adaptation that reimagines Pushkin’s drama with an original bluegrass score set in 1940s rural Arkansas, at its West Theatre in Fayetteville.
The show runs through June 28 with performances Tuesday–Friday at 7:30 p.m., Saturday at 2 and 7:30 p.m., and Sunday at 2 p.m.
🎓 Education
Leadership Fayetteville has opened applications for Class 40 of its 10‑month leadership experience—designed to prepare emerging adult leaders—applicants aged 21 or older must join the chamber and submit a complete application with a reference by 5 p.m. June 8.
📰 Real Estate
The Thomas-Tharp House, one of Fayetteville's oldest homes, sits west of Interstate 49 near Centennial Park and is on the market at $1.7M for C2 development.
The property served as a Civil War hospital, has been abandoned since 2007 & is deteriorating rapidly.
🎉 Fayetteville Events
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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.
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.
The Smokehouse Players Benefit Performance of On Golden Pond
1-2:30 p.m. — Ozark Mountain Smokehouse — Donations accepted — Enjoy a heartfelt performance exploring love and forgiveness in later years.
Bats and Bluegrass Festival
5-9 p.m. — Illinois River Watershed Partnership — Free admission — Experience the magical emergence of gray bats alongside live bluegrass music in a unique Ozark celebration.
Pirates of Dinosaur Island!
12-2 p.m. — Gear Gaming - Fayetteville — Bring your water bottle — Adventure awaits with pirates and dinosaurs on a tropical island!
Summer Art Workshop: Drop-In Artsy Craftsy
1-3 p.m. — Fayetteville Public Library — Free entry — Create your own masterpiece with provided art supplies in a fun drop-in session.
Bob Dylan Concert
6:00-8:30 p.m. — The Walmart AMP — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary Bob Dylan live in concert.
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