Good morning, Fayetteville.

Rice farmers in Arkansas are facing rising production costs from higher fuel, fertilizer, and irrigation expenses due to adverse weather and global supply disruptions.

Local farms are planning measures to diversify crops and upgrade irrigation systems to cope with low market prices.

Four U of A students have received Fulbright English Teaching Assistant Awards to teach in Germany, Spain, the Palestinian Territories, and Mexico, while one was named an alternate for Belgium.

A student was also selected for a USTA program to teach in Austria.

Recent U of A grad Maddie Gwinner has chosen the Fulbright English Teaching Assistantship and will begin her teaching assignment in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany this fall.

She is preparing with a summer TESOL certification course & advice from a former instructor.

Assistant professor Wan Shou at UA received a five-year, $550,000 Early Career Award to develop nanoscale 3D metal printing for advanced electronics and tiny robots — a project aiming to lower costs and boost innovation in Fayetteville.

Professor Eunjoo Cho received the 2026 Teaching Excellence Award by the International Textile and Apparel Association — she was also named a Career Connector by the U of A Office of Career Connections for her curriculum innovations that link classroom learning with local business.

Highlands Oncology broke ground on its new five-story cancer-care center in Rogers along I-49, scheduled to open in the third quarter.

The facility covers 125,000 sqft at Bellview Road + J.B. Hunt Drive, marking the seventh location to boost regional care.

Arkansas hosted its last official visits this weekend as three prospects plan to reveal their college decisions soon, with running back Tylek Lewis (decision in a few days), linebacker Bryce Breeden (decision on June 26), and receiver Alvin Mosley (decision on June 27 at 6 p.m.) set to choose their next steps.

Arkansas softball's four AUSL players (Bri Ellis, Dakota Kennedy, Kailey Wyckoff and Tianna Bell) have started their season well, each boasting a .308 batting average and high OPS.

They are posting strong results in early games and promising a competitive season in professional play.

Tulsa Drillers rallied with a late three-run burst to win 5-4 over Northwest Arkansas at Arvest Ballpark on Sunday afternoon, while the Naturals set a team record with 10 stolen bases this half — Northwest Arkansas will face the Springfield Cardinals next week to start the second half.

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.

Rock 101 Camp

9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. — School of Rock — Tuition required — A fun-filled week of music exploration for budding rockstars aged 8-11.

Bryan Bielanski Live

7-11 p.m. — Prairie Street Live! — Entry fee unknown — Enjoy the captivating sounds of singer-songwriter Bryan Bielanski as he delivers a blend of rock and folk music.

Full House

7-10 p.m. — Railyard Live at Butterfield Stage — Check for ticket prices — Experience Fayetteville's premiere horn band covering legends from Wilson Pickett to Bruno Mars.

Lord Huron Concert

6-9 p.m. — The Momentary — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting sounds of Lord Huron, led by Ben Schneider, in a captivating performance.