Good morning, Fayetteville.

Fayetteville business leader Steve Toth was named as the first president of Cave Springs-based Thrilled Land Investments LLC, tasked with scaling the Thrilled Home Builders new home construction team in Northwest Arkansas — Toth brings 20 years of leadership experience in global operations, business development and financial strategy.

Peter MacKeith retired June 30 after a 12-year tenure leading the Fay Jones School of Architecture and Design, during which enrollment grew by 250% and scholarship funding more than doubled.

He will now devote his time to timber design innovation while James C. Stevens is set to succeed him.

Ed Pohl, dean of the Graduate School and International Education, was inducted as the 89th Fellow of the Military Operations Research Society at its 94th Symposium held June 9-13 (a recognition of his distinguished military and academic career).

Bethany Cole, a doctoral candidate in English, has received a $1,500 James J.

Hudson Doctoral Fellowship (awarded by the Graduate School and International Education) to support her research on the 12th-century Hypognosticon. She will begin her fourth year this fall and plans to defend her dissertation (spring 2027).

On July 6 at 9 a.m., NWARPC launches the Arkansas Tri-Region E-Bike Voucher Program to offer vouchers from $700 to $1,200 to nearly 6,000 eligible residents.

The program supports eco-friendly+affordable travel and helps riders reduce car use+boost community mobility.

The U of A Police Department announced today that it has hired Colin Urquizo as its physical security system administrator to upgrade access control and CCTV systems on campus.

Urquizo, a military veteran with experience in university housing, will help modernize campus safety measures.

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.

Killer Queen Tribute Concert

7:00-9:30 p.m. — Ozark Music Hall — Tickets available — Experience an electrifying tribute to Queen by Killer Queen, renowned for their extraordinary energy since 1993.