Good morning, Fayetteville.

Home BancShares reported a record net income of $118.4 million for the second quarter—an increase of 16% compared to the same quarter last year.

Four people were arrested in Washington County on various charges; Michael Lee (49) from Fayetteville was charged Tuesday with drug delivery and held on a $10,000 bond, Jack Muller (31) from Springdale was charged Wednesday with aggravated assault and other offenses and held on a $50,000 bond, Justin Hudson (26) from Springdale was charged Tuesday with domestic battery and held on a $25,000 bond, and Matthew Daniel (39) from Fort Smith was charged Tuesday with fraud and released on a $1,500 bond.

Arts One will present a fundraiser featuring concert-style shows of "The Wizard of Oz" and "Oklahoma!" to raise money for the Hummingbird Project — the series of events will include a farmers market, trivia night and family movie screenings throughout mid-July.

Thaden School in Bentonville was awarded the 2025 Mies Crown Hall Americas Prize after being selected from more than 250 nominees as the only U.S. educational project to earn the honor.

The project, a collaboration among Marlon Blackwell Architects, Eskew Dumez Ripple, and Andropogon Associates, uses sustainable strategies and creative spaces to enhance student learning — a win that highlights the region’s growing reputation in design.

Adnan Alrubaye, an assistant professor in Poultry Science, received the Faculty Gold Medal at an April awards reception and the NACTA Educator Award at an early June conference in recognition of his mentoring and research on broiler chicken lameness—he teaches one of U of A’s largest courses with over 450 students.

Fayetteville City Council approved a resolution Tuesday night to allocate $450,000 from the general fund to combat homelessness—city staff will review each project and work with homeless residents and shelter leaders, Mayor Molly Rawn said.

The Arkansas Department of Transportation received over $24 million in federal funds for the final 6.63-mile phase of the U.S. 412 Springdale Northern Bypass extending from AR 265 to U.S. 412 near Blue Springs Village.

The grant, announced Tuesday and part of a $488 million program, will help reduce congestion and improve freight movement in the region.

Developer Greg House said the iconic railroad cars of the former train bank will be moved on August 1 to a new spot along the Razorback Greenway and will be renovated as Orient Express style lounge cars—part of a redevelopment plan that includes a new hotel and potential restaurant facility. The project preserves a piece of Fayetteville history while blending with new construction at the Dickson and West site.

The Arkansas Razorbacks had 11 players picked in the 2025 MLB draft (tying records from 2013 and 2018) with four selected in the first round (marking a historic first for the team).

Gage Wood and Wehiwa Aloy led the effort with standout performances in pitching and hitting.

Happy Hour Concert with Earl & Them

6-8 p.m. — George's Majestic Lounge — Cost TBD — Enjoy an evening of uplifting live music in a beloved local venue.

Folk Music Workshop: Makin' Progress

1-2:30 p.m. — Folk School of Fayetteville — Cost info not provided — Explore and update folk songs for modern themes with Simon Flory.

Ozark Enduro Lite Race 2

9 a.m. — Centennial Park — Registration required — Test your skills in a friendly Enduro mountain bike race designed for beginners.

Song Camp 2025

10 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Folk School of Fayetteville — Cost varies — A week-long day camp for kids to explore singing and music-making through cultural songs and fun activities.

Rob Schneider Live Performance

7:30-9 p.m. — JJ's Live — Tickets required — Enjoy laughs with Rob Schneider during his You Can Dooo It! The Tour.

Vincent Neil Emerson Live Concert

8:30-10:00 p.m. — George's Majestic Lounge — Tickets available online or at the door — Enjoy great music from Vincent Neil Emerson with Agalisiga 'Chuj' Mackey while sipping your favorite drinks.

Awakening Vitality: Community Qigong

6:30-7:30 p.m. — Lower Ramble, Fayetteville — Free entry — Experience a gentle outdoor Qigong practice that promotes harmony and connection with nature.

Texas Tailgaters at Party Animals

7-10 p.m. — Baum–Walker Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Experience the circus-like excitement of banana ball with the Party Animals in Fayetteville.

The Songwriters Guitar Workshop

1:30-4:30 p.m. — Folk School of Fayetteville — Price TBA — Explore the integral role of guitar in songwriting through engaging discussions and critiques.