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Fayetteville
Sunday, August 17th, 2025
Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 17th of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 78-year-old Fayetteville woman—Marcia Donley—died Friday in a two-vehicle accident at the intersection of Little Elm and U.S. 62 in Prairie Grove, was taken to Washington Regional Hospital and later pronounced dead, and the investigation remains ongoing. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Marcia Donley, a 78-year-old Fayetteville woman, died Friday after a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of Little Elm & U.S. 62 in Prairie Grove, and she was taken to Washington Regional Hospital where she was pronounced deceased as police continue to investigate. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fayetteville has installed new food waste bins — featuring keypad access at the Public Library, Bryce Davis Park and Veterans Memorial Park — to help residents sort food scraps and make high-quality compost. The bins were funded by a $10,000 grant — with each costing about $2,100 — as the city aims to cut landfill waste and lower methane emissions. The Arkansas Traveler
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Bentonville Tigers will kick off a promising 7A-West football season with a strong senior class, and Rogers Heritage aims to end a long losing streak under a new head coach—both teams are preparing for upcoming games. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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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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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.
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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.
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The Pod Circle
6-7 p.m. — Fayetteville Public Library — Free entry — Network with fellow podcasters and share insights while enjoying an hour of collaboration.
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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.
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