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Saturday, July 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today at the Botanical Garden of the Ozarks in Fayetteville, the 15th annual Firefly Fling Festival runs from 5 to 9:30 p.m. and will feature family activities, live music, food trucks and a laser light show—rain or shine. The Free Weekly
- ➤ East Hall Recording Studio, a local music fixture since 2005, may close as ARDOT expands Highway 112 and takes its property through eminent domain—owner Chris Moore says his low compensation offer has forced him to stop operations. A fundraiser and 20th Anniversary Bash is set for Sunday, July 20 at George's Majestic Lounge to help secure funds for relocation if needed. 5 News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Bloom Cheese Collective opened in June at 914 N College Ave, Suite 2 in Fayetteville and offers a wide variety of cheeses paired with wines—Owner Ali Cameron and her husband Brooks host tasting classes for those eager to explore new flavors. 5 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Salvador Fautino Caracena-Zarates Jr. from Fort Smith was sentenced to 25 years in federal prison on Wednesday for distributing fentanyl pills, and three Fayetteville men had already received sentences for their roles in the drug trafficking investigation. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ June data showed Arkansas’ unemployment rate held steady at 3.7%—lower than the national rate, which fell from 4.2% to 4.1%. Nonfarm payroll jobs in the state increased by 24,900 compared to last June while job gains were strongest in private education and health services. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Arkansas Honors College announced its inaugural Natural State Fellows, naming 12 incoming freshmen who each will receive up to $80,000 over four years to help cover tuition, fees and academic expenses — the fellowship supports research, study abroad and service learning for Arkansas students. University of Arkansas
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Federal Judge Brooks in Fayetteville heard more than eight hours of testimony on a lawsuit by seven families who say a state law requiring Ten Commandments displays in every public school classroom and library violates the First Amendment (Act 573). He will rule on motions for a preliminary injunction and dismissal before the law takes effect on Aug. 5 (the decision may affect school practices statewide). Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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New Found Glory Concert
7:00-9:30 p.m. — JJ's Live — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary pop-punk sounds of New Found Glory live in Fayetteville.
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