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Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of July.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Today, Full House plays a happy hour show at George’s as residents get ready for the second Dickson Street Mile on Saturday and Hippo Campus’ concert at the Momentary on Sunday — Restaurant Week brings local dining specials.  Fayetteville Flyer

BUSINESS NEWS

  • White River Bancshares reported record quarterly earnings of $1.34 per share after net interest income rose to $11.9 million on a growing loan portfolio that reached $1.19 billion by June 30 — marking the most profitable quarter in its 20-year history.  5 News

CULTURE NEWS

  • Samantha Crain will end her 42-date global tour at George’s Majestic Lounge in Fayetteville at 8 p.m. on July 31 — she will perform songs from her new album Gumshoe and fan favorites during her final show.  The Free Weekly
  • Print editor Daniel Grear visited Crying Weasel Vintage in Hillcrest and left with three new looks and a boost in his confidence. Owner Alex Flanders said the store — a 2025 Best of Arkansas winner — offers local customers friendly styling advice to help them discover fresh, bold choices.  Arkansas Times
  • The Tontitown Grape Festival is marking its 126th year by making 3,500 pounds of handmade spaghetti (using 10,800 eggs and 2,500 pounds of flour), a tradition begun by Italian immigrants. Volunteers will work over the next four days to prepare the pasta and donate all proceeds to St. Joseph’s Church.  5 News

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Arkansas will hold a tax-free weekend on Saturday, Aug. 2, and Sunday, Aug. 3—waiving state sales taxes on qualifying clothing, footwear, school supplies, school art supplies, and school instructional materials. A backpack that normally costs $54.73 after tax will cost about $50—helping families save money on back-to-school shopping.  4029 News

EDUCATION NEWS

  • On Monday, the Arkansas Department of Education received $12,254,384 for after-school programs after a three-week delay—which is only part of over $58 million approved by Congress—with more than $45 million still withheld, causing some districts to cancel training and review staffing for the 2025-26 school year.  Arkansas Times

REAL ESTATE NEWS

  • Core Spaces is proposing to build the Hub, a 313-unit student housing complex that will replace downtown Fayetteville’s Beverly Manor and Flats on Hill apartments, and has offered current tenants a $10,000 collective payout and first access to new units if they remain until lease termination. The developer will give at least 60 days’ notice before ending leases, with construction planned to start in April and finish by 2028—pending city and planning approvals.  Fayetteville Flyer

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sun, 7/27/25

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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.

    Mon, 7/28/25

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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.

    Sat, 8/2/25

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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.

    Wed, 8/6/25

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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.

    Sat, 8/9/25

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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.

    Fri, 8/15/25

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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.

    Sat, 8/16/25

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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.

    Mon, 8/18/25

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  • Concert with Clipse & Earthgang

    8:00 – 9:30 PM — JJ's Live — Tickets available online or at the door — Enjoy a night of great music with Clipse and Earthgang while sipping on your favorite drinks.

    Tue, 8/19/25

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  • Marshall Tucker Band Live Concert

    7-9:30 p.m. — JJ's Live — Tickets available online or at the door — Enjoy southern rock legends live while sipping your favorite drinks.

    Thu, 8/21/25

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