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Saturday, June 21st, 2025
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Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of June.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Fayetteville punk rock band The Chads will perform tomorrow at George’s Majestic Lounge to launch their new album Chad to the Bone with a 7 p.m. start and a $10 admission fee. The album, recorded over four days at Holy Anvil Recording Co.—and ready on digital platforms Friday—marks a big return as local acts Chrono Wizard and Pyrocratic join the show. Fayetteville Flyer
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Mayssa Hashaad, a doctoral candidate at Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences, received the James J. Hudson Doctoral Award from the Graduate School and International Education for her research on modern Egyptian women's prison narratives (an award of $1,500 given to students nearing graduation). The honor, established in 1986 in memory of professor James J. Hudson, recognizes her work on trauma, incarceration and resistance as she prepares to finish her dissertation. University of Arkansas
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fayetteville did not break state law against sanctuary cities, city attorney Kit Williams said Friday in a letter responding to a lawmaker’s complaint over police actions during a work zone traffic stop on I-49 Tuesday—when officers arrived after the fleeing suspect had already been recaptured. The letter noted the city never acted as an immigration enforcement agent and does not interfere with federal officials. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Fayetteville did not violate state law against sanctuary cities, city attorney Kit Williams said in a letter released Friday after a lawmaker filed a complaint over Tuesday's call for help when highway police reported a fleeing suspect. The letter notes that city police did not help ICE (the federal agency) because officers arrived after the suspect was already back in custody. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Department of Health, Human Performance and Recreation is offering free online Youth Mental Health First Aid training for students, faculty and community members through multiple sessions scheduled through August. Those who finish the training may later become certified instructors as part of a collaborative program with the University of Arkansas and its partners funded by a national grant. University of Arkansas
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Several properties off West Poplar Street sold for $3.4 million last month, with MLK Retail Partners of Arkansas and 200 NW 142nd of Oklahoma buying six buildings on Poplar and Birch. The new owners plan redevelopments while local businesses adjust—Bottoms Up will vacate soon, but Fossil Cove Brewing and Gar Hole Records plan to stay. Fayetteville Flyer
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Shreveport Evangel athlete Ashton Dawson committed to play fullback for Arkansas on Friday. He chose the Razorbacks over offers from Florida State, Troy, and others after a 7-on-7 visit — saying the team felt like home. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ During Wednesday's College World Series semifinal in Omaha, Arkansas assistant coach Bobby Wernes cheered the decision to keep Gabe Gaeckle pitching even as the team lost 6—5 to LSU. Head coach Dave Van Horn expressed mixed emotions as he praised his team's efforts while acknowledging that key misplays cost them a shot at a national title. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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Ladies of Legacy - An Evening of Jazz Piano
7 p.m. — Walton Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy captivating jazz piano performances from acclaimed artists Champian Fulton, Youngjoo Song, and Miki Yamanaka.
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Banjo Brunch with Clarke Buehling's Carousel Orchestra
10:30 a.m. — Nomads Trailside — Free entry — Enjoy lively tunes and delicious food at a toe-tappin' musical experience.
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Switchfoot Live Concert
8:00-9:30 PM — JJ's Live — Tickets available online or at the door — Enjoy drinks while catching Switchfoot with support from Fox Royale on their 2025 tour.
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Happy Hour Concert with Earl & Them
6-8 p.m. — George's Majestic Lounge — Cost TBD — Enjoy an evening of uplifting live music in a beloved local venue.
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Folk Music Workshop: Makin' Progress
1-2:30 p.m. — Folk School of Fayetteville — Cost info not provided — Explore and update folk songs for modern themes with Simon Flory.
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