Good morning, Fayetteville.

Bumpers College named Donia Timby as its new assistant director of student records and enrollment to manage undergraduate enrollment monitoring and graduation clearance.

The college also added advisers Anson Andrews and Stephen Baldridge to support the expanded advising model (both coming from NWACC).

Dr. Jeff Rhodes of Smile Shoppe Pediatric Dentistry has introduced the Little Heroes Loyalty Plan as an affordable alternative to traditional dental insurance.

The membership offers preventive services, treatment discounts and flexible pricing for children and young adults at all four locations.

A new report shows that Northwest Arkansas’ office vacancy rate was 5.3% in the second quarter, well below the national average of 20.2% (highlighting strong demand for Class A space).

Rents reached $27.52 per sqft amid growing corporate activity.

Anglers at Beaver Lake face a challenge catching bass as summer heat warms the water and reduces bites.

To beat the heat, many fish early using plastic worms (or top-water lures) during the cool dawn hours.

Arkansas baseball pitcher Gabe Gaeckle signed his first MLB contract with the Athletics on Monday for $1.25 million after posting a 6-3 record with a 4.14 ERA in 71.2 innings for the Razorbacks.

Arkansas men’s basketball will play Texas-Rio Grande Valley on Dec.

29 at Bud Walton Arena, the first meeting between the two programs — part of a busy nonconference schedule.

SEC commissioner Greg Sankey said that while athletics director Hunter Yurachek raised concerns over early Weeks 2 and 3 kickoff times affecting player recovery, the schedule remains under ESPN’s control — officials will consider adjustments during future contract discussions.

Arkansas football icon Jim Lindsey, who helped the Razorbacks win the 1964 national championship, died Sunday evening (81) after a lengthy illness; he later built a real estate business and supported the team as a philanthropist.

At SEC Media Days on Monday in Tampa, Oklahoma coach Brent Venables praised former Razorbacks E'Marion Harris and Isaiah Sategna for their roles in bolstering the Sooners’ offense this season — noting their experience and leadership as key advantages.

Missouri coach Eli Drinkwitz said he was surprised when the Arkansas rivalry game was moved from Thanksgiving weekend, as Razorbacks will now meet LSU + Missouri is set to play Oklahoma, he noted at SEC Media Days.

Arkansas men's basketball added point guard Davion Thompson to the 2026 class after he reclassified from 2027; he arrived in Fayetteville yesterday (rated No. 4 nationally by 247Sports) and the team may also add big man Caleb Ourigou soon.

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.