Good morning, Fayetteville.

Local viewers complained when Arkansas TV removed Washington Week and shifted PBS NewsHour from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. starting July 1 (a change made after a successful $2.1 million fundraising effort); many said the new schedule made the programs harder to watch.

Local exhibit This Wheel’s Still On Fire: The Legacy of Levon Helm is on display at the Alexander Gallery at the Porter Art Warehouse, featuring Helm’s famous drum kit and memorabilia spanning early tours and his work with The Band — the show runs through Sept.

6 with free admission.

The U of A Rome Center is adding service learning courses like Architecture Studio and Intercultural Communication to boost study abroad options in Rome.

Service Learning Director Lisa Bowers led a workshop with faculty to explore community partnerships that link classroom work with local needs.

Randy Hegwald is announced as the new campus fire marshal at U of A to replace retired Wayne Brashear.

With 20+ years of fire protection expertise, Hegwald will review building plans, enforce codes, and lead emergency response coordination.

Fayetteville officials set the price tag of the new aquatic center at $73 million after narrow voter support & are discussing a school district contribution of up to $15 million to build a competitive 10-lane pool for local swimmers.

Negotiators from the Boston Mountain and Benton County solid waste districts agreed on a 10-member executive committee to guide daily decisions in their merger talks.

The final merged board, set to have 27 members, still needs board approval as further details are being negotiated.

Fayetteville Restaurant Week runs July 17-26 with prix fixe menus and half-price nachos at eateries like Mockingbird Kitchen and Penguin Ed’s; sponsors also host a ride-along at the Arkansas Air & Military Museum on Saturday, July 18 and a Christmas in July sale at JJ’s Grill on July 25.

Freshman running back TJ Hodges showed top speed at 22.19 mph during testing in May and began adapting to college football after switching his commitment from Missouri in December—he now trains with the Razorbacks.

Over the weekend, University of Arkansas set a record with 12 baseball players drafted & three selected in the first round, with seven picked in the top ten rounds.

The Razorbacks did not advance past the regionals this season.

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.

Honestav Live Performance

7-11 p.m. — Ozark Music Hall — Ticket info available — Enjoy an evening of live music with Honestav in the heart of Fayetteville.