Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 5th of August.
Good morning, Fayetteville.
💼 Business
Tontitown-based PAMT Corp posted a quarterly net loss of $7.4 million on Tuesday — revenue rose 8.9% to $164.7 million — and implemented cost controls.
New CFO Daniel Kleine, appointed on July 30, helped shares close 5.4% higher at $17.56.
🎭 Culture
The new Alexander Gallery at Porter Art Warehouse in downtown Fayetteville has released its 2026—27 exhibition lineup, featuring Our Art, Our Region, Our Time from Sept.
25 to Dec. 20, a January show and an April festival — all events free and open to the public.
🎓 Education
Alumnus Joseph Trotta + his wife Patricia have pledged $350,000 to the University of Arkansas to fund the Land of Opportunity Scholarship and study abroad programs, expanding educational access for local students today.
Their gift will enhance financial aid and support transformative learning experiences across the state.
Fayetteville Public Schools broke ground Tuesday on the new Ramay Junior High School as part of a district plan to realign attendance zones and cut travel times for families.
The school will open in fall 2028 (preserving nearly half the site's tree canopy amid local concerns).
Lenora Green-Turner, a voice professor at the university, was elected president of the state chapter of the National Association of Teachers of Singing and will lead efforts to support voice educators.
She will also join the board of the International Alliance for Women in Music to boost opportunities for women.
The College of Education and Health Professions offered summer study abroad trips to Sweden, Ireland, Italy, and New Zealand that immersed students in healthcare, education, and culture.
Faculty-led programs included clinical visits and hands-on learning (elementary teaching in Ireland and adventure therapy in New Zealand) to build global skills.
🏛️ Government
On Tuesday, Fayetteville City Council approved a Black Historic District that preserves 78 historic properties southeast of downtown — the council also deferred a vote on a South Fayetteville Historic District until its next meeting on Aug.
18.
🏈 Sports
The Arkansas Travelers lost 3 to 1 to the Amarillo Sod Poodles Tuesday night at Dickey-Stephens Park in North Little Rock.
Boston Smith, making his debut after a recent Mariners trade, flied out in the bottom of the ninth as the team was limited to two hits.
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