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Tuesday, August 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Tyson Foods said on Monday its third quarter sales grew to $13.88 billion with a net income of $61 million, even though its cattle market faced tough headwinds. The company raised its sales forecast for the fourth quarter as gains in chicken, pork and prepared foods helped offset its beef segment losses — a sign of a resilient operation. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City Hall released the schedule for public meetings from Aug. 4th—8th, with Monday's sessions having been held, today's bid opening at 2 p.m. in Room 101 and City Council meeting at 5:30 p.m. in Room 219 on Zoom underway, and Wednesday's Urban Forestry Advisory Board meeting plus Thursday's Planning Commission session and Youth Advisory Council meeting set to occur while no meetings are planned for Aug. 8th. Fayetteville Flyer
- ➤ Fayetteville officials are seeking 10 registered voter volunteers to fill vacancies on local boards and committees including the Animal Services Advisory Board, Public Library Board of Trustees and Planning Commission - applicants must provide proof of residency if needed and submit a new application for each position by 5 p.m. Friday, Aug. 22. Fayetteville Flyer
- ➤ A federal judge blocked Act 573, a law that would have required every public school classroom and library to display the Ten Commandments until a lawsuit by seven Arkansas families is resolved. The judge stated that forcing students to view a religious message is unconstitutional—stopping the law until the case is decided. 5 News
- ➤ Today at City Hall in Room 219, Fayetteville City Council previewed key agenda items including a 15-member renters advisory council, amendments to tree preservation easements, and tabled appeals on rezoning near Center Street and University Avenue as well as an airspace vacation at South University Avenue. Council members voted 8-0 to table these proposals and will later consider renewing water and sewer service contracts with the City of Johnson and rezoning the Apple Seeds property on Old Wire Road—steps designed to support local housing and infrastructure improvements. Fayetteville Flyer
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Blood donors will join local first responders at the fifth annual Boots, Badges and Bandages Blood Drive on August 6 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Town Center — 15 W. Mountain St— and will receive a voucher for free zoo admission, a limited-edition T-shirt and a vote to support their favorite agency in the trophy contest. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Six Razorbacks medaled at the U.S. Outdoor Championships as 25 Arkansas track and field athletes competed at Hayward Field in Eugene, Ore. Their results help to determine the U.S. team that will compete at the World Championships in Tokyo starting Sept. 13. 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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