Good morning, Fayetteville.

Pea Ridge Fair returns this week with rides, games, food and nightly music from The Drew Hutson Band, Alisha Pattillo Quartet Band and Crazy Folker Band — running Wednesday through Saturday at the field north of City Hall/School Administration at 975 Weston St with rides for $1 and wristbands for $30.

Dr. Lei Guo, an assistant professor at the local College of Engineering, was honored among the nation’s top environmental scientists under 40 for her work researching PFAS in water.

She is recognized for her pioneering research and efforts to promote STEM, including her HERoes of Tomorrow Seminar Series.

Bentonville-based Heartland Whole Health Institute announced Monday a new Graduate Medical Education Technical Assistance Center to help expand residency positions and boost access in underserved areas.

The report says the gap may be closed by adding up to 500 residency positions.

Planning commissioners voted 5—0 on Monday to support changes to the Camden Court project near Ramble by adding a floor of residential units, extra parking spaces with a car lift, and a small commercial area.

The City Council will soon decide on the final plan.

Arkansas coach Doug Case was named National Coach of the Year by the USTFCCCA & led Razorbacks to national indoor and outdoor titles, while Sanu Jallow-Lockhart set the collegiate record in the 800 at the NCAA Outdoor Championships.

Arkansas women’s basketball hired Erin Horne as director of basketball operations and Makyra Tramble as director of player development on Monday.

They replace longtime staffers Amber Shirey and Greg Gilman as the team builds on Coach Kelsi Musick’s vision.

Three Arkansas players, Darius Acuff, Meleek Thomas & Trevon Brazile, are expected to be selected in the NBA Draft today at 7 p.m. at Barclays Center in Brooklyn; Acuff may become the state's fifth one-and-done pick.

The Arkansas men’s basketball team has learned its SEC opponents and game locations for the upcoming 2026-27 season, with home-and-home series scheduled against Missouri and LSU and a one-year series with Alabama.

Additional match details including times and TV assignments will be announced later.

Future Razorback Skylar Sterritt, a Sheridan multi-sport star, signed with Arkansas softball and will focus solely on the sport this fall — she broke a state record in the 100 meters and earned multiple state honors as a senior.

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.