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Sunday, August 3rd, 2025
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Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 3rd of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Atlas is a lab/hound mix born on Dec. 17 who weighed 70 pounds on May 16 and is waiting for a permanent home with the Humane Society of Pulaski County. He loves playing with his brother Ziggy — and meets new dogs only after a proper introduction. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ WelcomeHealth will host its fundraising event A Toast to Health on August 8 with dinner, live entertainment, and a silent auction to honor community champions, while on June 22 Arkansas Press Women recognized six NWACC Eagle View staff for their work in the Professional Communications Contest—state winners will advance to a national competition in September. Crystal Bridges Museum also announced its fall exhibitions. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Bella Vista artist Lyshell McBride received a grant from The Medium in Springdale to create an immersive art experience—'The Bloom Room'—designed for survivors of domestic abuse and sexual assault. The exhibit will be held at The Blackbox theater at The Medium in Springdale from Sept. 26 to Sept. 28 and is free to the public. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A bear was seen napping in a tree while it ate from a bird feeder in an east Fayetteville yard Saturday — officers, fire crews and neighbors worked together for hours to return the bear safely to its natural habitat outside city limits. 5 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Jeffrey Wood, an Arkansas Guardsman, has been promoted to brigadier general after rising from the enlisted ranks—an achievement that is very rare in the military. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Washington County Fairgrounds officials said the Planning Commission denied a permit for outdoor music based on misinformation—and they are considering appealing the decision. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A local writer warns that hikers and hunters must be ready for danger when exploring the outdoors. He shares past encounters with wild animals and bad people on trails in Arkansas—urging readers to carry a handgun or bear spray for safe self-defense. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The University of Arkansas football program trailed other SEC schools in recruiting staff numbers and salaries, with just five recruiters earning an average of about $76,600 as reported in 2024. The program faced added challenges after a recruiting director left for Auburn—highlighting its ongoing struggle to compete. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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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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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.
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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.
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2000s Nostalgia Party
8-9:30 p.m. — Ozark Music Hall — Ticket purchase required — Relive the unforgettable 2000s with hits from Britney Spears and Eminem while embracing Y2K fashion.
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Funk Factory Live
8:30-10 p.m. — George's Majestic Lounge — Ages 18+ — Fayetteville legends Funk Factory bring their signature funk R&B vibes to the mainstage.
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Sundays on the Square
12-4 p.m. — Square Gardens — Free entry — Celebrate back-to-school season with performances, food trucks, and a community bike ride.
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