Good morning, Fayetteville.

Fayetteville's Planning Commission unanimously approved a plan to transform Motel 6 on College Avenue into an independent boutique motel, renovating two main 1974 motel buildings (preserving their layout) and removing a smaller structure to add a combined gym-lobby building and pool house (with stormwater improvements).

Fayetteville City Hall is holding several public meetings this week starting today with a City Council agenda-setting session at 5:30 p.m. and a Water, Sewer and Solid Waste Committee meeting at 6:30 p.m.—additional sessions include Wednesday’s 9 a.m. Technical Plat Review and Active Transportation Advisory Committee meeting at 5:30 p.m., plus a bid opening and Historic District Commission meeting on Thursday.

The City of Fayetteville is launching Fayetteville Futures to help residents share housing ideas after receiving a planning grant from the National League of Cities in partnership with Circles NWA.

The two-day event will begin on Sept. 5 from 6 to 8 p.m.—and continue on Sept. 6 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.—at the Bailey Center at Mount Sequoyah.

City officials in east Fayetteville and Goshen urged residents and business owners to reduce water use because dry conditions and extreme heat have lowered water pressure.

The affected area east of North Crossover Road — including spots on East Mission Boulevard, East Huntsville Road and East Wyman Road— may face outages if nonessential uses continue.

The Fayetteville Utilities Department is urging residential and commercial customers in east Fayetteville and Goshen to reduce water use because dry conditions and extreme heat have increased demand and reduced water pressure — officials advise against watering lawns or filling pools to help avoid outages.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

AJJ Concert

7-10 p.m. — George's Majestic Lounge — Tickets available at the door — Enjoy great music from AJJ along with drinks in a vibrant atmosphere.

NWA TechFest - Monthly Meetup

6-9 p.m. — GOAT Lab Brewery — Free drinks — Engage in STEM conversations and presentations with local professionals.