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Monday, August 4th, 2025
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Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 4th of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Fayetteville had its second water main break in three days on Sunday—with Locust Avenue closed between Seventh and Ninth streets as police posted photos showing water rushing into yards and streets. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Forty-seven rising high school seniors joined the Electric Cooperatives of Arkansas Youth Tour this summer and met with U.S. Senators John Boozman & Tom Cotton. They will share their summer experiences when they return to school later this month. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ The University of Arkansas Biological and Agricultural Engineering department announced today that three faculty members received promotions in recognition of their work in research, teaching and service. Matthew McVey is now a teaching assistant professor, Beatriz Moreno-García is a research assistant professor and Benjamin Runkle is a professor—each recognized for their significant contributions to the department. University of Arkansas
- ➤ University Housing begins Move-In 2025 for over 7,200 new Razorbacks today at Baum—Walker Stadium where early arrivals check in and most students move in from Aug. 6th to Aug. 9th. Faculty and staff must note Resident parking lots will be closed after 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 5th and Stadium Drive will be shut from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday—extra police will guide traffic. University of Arkansas
- ➤ The School of Law announced new officers for the Law Alumni Society board—Mieka Hatcher as president and Austin Todd as vice president—and five new board members (Clark Donat, Andrew Dixon, Brandon Maxey, Dana McGee and Brice White) have been named for three-year terms. The board will sponsor six awards at the Alumni Reunion Weekend on April 10-11, 2026 as nominations open now. University of Arkansas
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, Razorback Transit will adjust services ahead of the fall semester by increasing buses on the Lot 500 Express, boosting Route 11 frequency, modifying Route 14 and 35 schedules, and splitting Route 44 into two daytime paths — these changes aim to manage weekday peak demand. Riders can view new schedules on Passio GO! and call 479-575-7433 for questions — the improvements are expected to enhance access around campus and in Fayetteville. University of Arkansas
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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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