Good morning, Fayetteville.

Cameron Mercer, a Walton graduate, applied AI and course lessons to grow his student business Boss Hog Moving Co. which uses a custom CRM system to improve moving services in Northwest Arkansas, streamlining operations for future expansion.

This weekend in Fayetteville, community live music and events fill local venues with a free concert featuring Mae Estes at Gulley Park and a preview of Eugene Onegin: A Bluegrass Musical at TheatreSquared while sports fans meet for a World Cup watch party in the Upper Ramble.

Fayetteville Public Library will host Rebel With a Clause with Ellen Jovin on June 27 at 1 p.m. where she will answer questions and sign her book + the Razorback Cinema will screen the 25th anniversary remake of Ocean's Eleven on June 21 at 4 p.m.

Fuel prices in Arkansas have dropped 25 cents per gallon over the past month, but local businesses still feel pressure from past high costs; Levi's Lawn Care in Fayetteville plans to raise its service fees soon due to lingering fuel expenses.

The U of A announced James C.

Stevens is the new dean of the Fay Jones School of Architecture and Design, effective Aug. 15. Jim Gigantino will serve as acting dean from July 1 until Stevens takes over — marking a leadership change at the school.

U of A master’s student Zachary Bean is testing fermentation techniques to reduce wine alcohol from 11-12% to 9-10% while keeping aroma with novel yeast strains, and he will begin a four-month research stint in Austria next January to help small wineries cut processing costs.

City officials are urging residents to join the food waste collection program by July 1, which provides curbside pickup of compostable scraps every two weeks; the pilot program, operated with Ozark Compost + Swap, previously diverted 53,000 pounds of waste and costs $15.90-$20.14 monthly depending on bucket count.

Arkansas Senator Joe T.

Robinson led the New Deal bills through the Senate during the Great Depression (his efforts remain a key part of our state's political legacy) and is recognized today in a local series highlighting notable figures.

Fans in NW Arkansas can watch World Cup matches—Downtown Springdale at Luther George Park hosts a viewing Thursday and Brunswick Public House shows Team USA Friday at 8 p.m., while Fayetteville fans join Ozark United FC at Upper Ramble Friday at 6:30 p.m.

Arkansas football is hosting seven 2027 prospects today at Fayetteville with running backs, defensive backs, and linemen scheduled to visit as recruits assess offers and meet local coaching staff for potential future commitments.

The Arkansas volleyball team released its 2026 schedule today, with the season set to begin at 7 p.m. on Aug.

28 during a three-game invitational at Barnhill Arena. Future matches include SEC contests & tournaments in regional venues.

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.

I LOVE R&B Party

8-11 p.m. — Ozark Music Hall — From $22.29 — Experience the ultimate celebration of R&B with throwbacks, dance floors, and good vibes.