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Friday, August 15th, 2025

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Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 15th of August.

CRIME NEWS

  • Fayetteville Police are searching for a suspect who robbed a business on the 3800 block of North Mall Avenue Thursday evening—he is described as a black male about 5'6" with a stocky build wearing black shorts, a white tank top, white shoes, and carrying an olive green backpack—and he is considered armed and dangerous.  4029 News

CULTURE NEWS

  • The Central Arkansas DSA is hosting a free screening of the 2024 documentary Union at Fletcher Library this Saturday at 1 p.m.—the event will include a panel discussion and Q&A with local labor and community organizers. The panel will address the film's focus on how determined workers organized an Amazon workplace.  Arkansas Times

EDUCATION NEWS

  • The University of Arkansas will reopen the renovated HPER Building on Monday, Aug. 18, just before fall classes begin. The updated 22,000-square-foot facility offers modern equipment, new locker rooms, turf training zones and pool access, and will be reached through two entrances (Stadium Drive and Barnhill Arena) with turnstiles for faster entry.  The Arkansas Traveler

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The City of Fayetteville added three new food waste bins yesterday at the Public Library, Bryce Davis Park, and Veterans Memorial Park which have a keypad—funded by a grant from Boston Mountain Solid Waste—to help keep non-food items out and make rich compost for residents.  City of Fayetteville

EVENTS

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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.

    Sat, 8/16/25

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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.

    Mon, 8/18/25

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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.

    Tue, 8/19/25

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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.

    Thu, 8/21/25

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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.

    Fri, 8/22/25

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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.

    Sat, 8/23/25

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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.

    Sun, 8/24/25

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  • AJJ Concert

    7-10 p.m. — George's Majestic Lounge — Check event page for ticket info — Experience the energetic sounds of AJJ from Phoenix, Arizona.

    Mon, 8/25/25

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  • NWA TechFest - Monthly Meetup

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

    Wed, 8/27/25

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  • Niko Moon Live Concert

    8:00-9:30 p.m. — Ozark Music Hall — $20 all-in tickets — Celebrate the venue renaming with an exciting performance by Niko Moon and Brooke Lee.

    Fri, 8/29/25

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