Good morning, Fayetteville.

In April, Endeavor Heartland selected nine high-growth companies to join its three-month ScaleUp Accelerator program, funded by matching funds from the Arkansas Economic Development Commission, to receive mentorship, strategic connections and hands-on guidance for scaling their business.

Gusano's Chicago-Style Pizzeria will open a second Fayetteville location at 3931 N.

Shiloh Drive in the former King Burrito building; renovations are underway and the 3,500 sqft restaurant is expected to open early this fall to serve customers on the east side.

Jude Brothers released their new single 'Treat Me Like A Tree and Love Me For My Crookedness' today on Gar Hole Records, while Stephanie Smittle debuted 'Diamonds (Are Hard to Destroy)' ahead of her June 23 album launch; Morning Fog’s EP, released Friday, marks a renewed local collaboration.

Researchers at the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station in Fayetteville are testing an anti-tick vaccine and a slow-release parasiticide to fight a deadly cattle disease spread by an invasive tick.

The study is funded by a USDA grant to help protect ranchers' herds.

Offensive lineman Caleb Siler deepened his ties with coaches including Ryan Silverfield and Jeff Myers during his visit last weekend+ he will visit South Carolina on June 12-14, Texas Tech on June 16-18 and Texas on June 19-21.

Arkansas men's golf coach Brad McMakin was named Central Region Coach of the Year Tuesday by the Golf Coaches Association of America after leading the Razorbacks to a record setting 2025 to 2026 season and became one of five finalists for the national Dave Williams Coach of the Year Award.

Receiver target Brody Knowles had a ‘great’ official visit with his family last weekend, meeting Fayetteville coaches and learning about the offense.

He now has offers from several schools and will decide on his college by the 20th or 22nd.

Carson Brumbaugh, a two-way Razorback who started as shortstop but struggled this season, entered the transfer portal Tuesday (tracked by D1Baseball and 64Analytics).

He is the sixth player to join the portal after the season ended May 31, finishing with a .140 average in limited play.

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.