Good morning, Fayetteville.

Fayetteville businesses along Dickson Street showed support for the Northwest Arkansas Trans March on Friday by displaying Pride flags and wearing Pride pins, officials said.

Jimmy John's and Community Creative Center joined the local spirit — reflecting a commitment to inclusion.

Scott Loftis from Carroll County Community Media purchased the 145-year-old Madison County Record from Ellen Kreth on Wednesday in Huntsville (the newspaper remains at 201 Church Ave) and operations will continue unchanged.

Residents can catch Supergirl Action at AMC Fiesta Square and other local theaters as summer films set the stage for blockbusters opening until late July.

Feature films like Jackass: Best and Last Comedy and Minions and Monsters build excitement for a schedule that leads into the Fourth of July weekend.

Pine Bluff native Walter Pryor discussed his memoir and explained how his grandmother's letters (a pattern of hope and faith) kept his ties to Arkansas strong during a Q&A at the CALS Main Library in May.

His story highlighted the power of family legacy in overcoming challenges.

After Friday’s trans march and rally, downtown Fayetteville hosts the NWA Pride Festival today featuring live music, drag shows, and 100+ vendors from noon until 6 p.m. The Pride Parade follows at 6 p.m. along Dickson Street and Highland Avenue.

UA scientists at the Division of Agriculture received a $298,913 USDA grant to study soybean cyst nematodes—tiny worms that infect roots and cause big crop losses—with plans to develop new soybean varieties that resist infection.

Nearly 5,000 teachers in Arkansas will receive merit bonuses from the state's LEARNS Act program, with nearly $20 million allocated to reward educators.

The bonuses (averaging about $3,300, with some receiving up to $10,000) will be distributed by the end of the month.

Racine Cleveland from the Arkansas Center for Space and Planetary Sciences joined a NASA-funded expedition in October 2025 to study Namibia’s sand dunes & wind patterns, which mirror terrain on Titan.

She plans to join the Dragonfly mission launching in 2028 to help analyze data from the moon’s surface.

Alfredo (the pet of the week) is an eight-year-old poodle mix at Washington County Animal Shelter who has been waiting for a forever home for six weeks.

Prospective adopters can visit the shelter at 2859 S. Tim Helder Drive or call 479-695-3450 to meet him.

Arkansas Athletics announced that starting with the 2027 season, Razorback Stadium will be renamed CommunityAmerica Razorback Stadium, netting roughly $5.4M per year over 13 years.

Meanwhile, three Razorbacks were drafted; point guard Darius Acuff is headed to Sacramento while Meleek Thomas and Trevon Brazile joined Cleveland and Denver.

Former Arkansas standout Isaiah Joe, who played at Fort Smith Northside, has been traded from the Thunder to the Pistons for two second-round draft picks; the deal, pending league approval, aims to lower Oklahoma City's luxury tax bill.

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.