Good morning, Fayetteville.

Mignon Dunn, a renowned opera singer who grew up in northeast Arkansas, died Sunday at 98.

She performed over 650 times at the Metropolitan Opera (and later taught at several music schools).

The Fayetteville School Board approved revised technology guidelines lowering daily screen time limits for K—8 and set increased lunch prices that will raise student costs to $3.65 for kindergarten through fourth grade and $3.85 for grades five to 12 in the upcoming 2026—27 school year.

Walton College will name Cory Cassell as chair of Accounting from mid-July and Gary Peters as senior associate dean and interim chair of Finance starting July 1.

The college thanks outgoing leaders Jonathan Shipman and Alexey Malakhov for their service.

The U of A College of Engineering named Bob Beitle Jr. as interim head of the chemical engineering department effective July 1 — Keisha Walters will continue her nano-polymer research while Beitle brings over 30 years of teaching and research experience.

Assistant professor Jinoh Park brings real-life design challenges to his courses at the Fay Jones School, drawing on professional practice and advanced study to create hands-on lessons.

His work bridges interior architecture, business & research, helping students adapt to a rapidly evolving field.

Apple Seeds, Inc. signed a lease to build a teaching farm at Pinnacle Mountain State Park (near the historic Butterfield House) with K-5 nutrition programs set to begin this fall.

The project replicates its successful Fayetteville model that reaches over 16,000 students annually.

The U of A’s College of Education and Health Professions hosted the Arkansas Occupational Therapy Association conference where practitioners, educators and students shared research and networked to improve occupational therapy practice; the event featured interactive workshops — including 3D printing for therapeutic interventions — and honored contributors with Excellence Awards.

Arkansas men's basketball coach John Calipari will be inducted into the Memphis Sports Hall of Fame on Sept.

16. He led the Tigers to six NCAA tournaments and won the 2002 NIT title.

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.

2026 Annual Agriculture, Forest, and Water Conference

Jul 28-30 — Don Tyson Center for Agricultural Sciences — Registration required — Explore crucial topics in agriculture, forestry, and water management at this state-wide gathering.