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Fayetteville
Thursday, September 11th, 2025
Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 11th of September.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Collective has opened on Dickson Street at 216 W. Dickson St in the building that once housed Cannibal & Craft—this upscale restaurant and bar offers a menu of seafood, steaks, pastas, and shareable dishes with dinner served Tuesday through Saturday from 5-10 p.m. and a happy hour from 5-7 p.m. plans for lunch and weekend brunch are expected soon. Fayetteville Flyer
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ SoNA will launch its 2025-26 main stage season on Sept. 20 at Baum Walker Hall with six guest conductors, four of whom will serve as live auditions to choose the next maestro. Ticket sales begin now with prices starting at $40—audience surveys after each masterworks concert will help guide the final selection. Fayetteville Flyer
- ➤ Next Sunday on the Square will kick off Arkansas Music Week by hosting a play, poetry sharing, a fashion night, art exhibitions and film screenings—programs that showcase local arts and bring the community together. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Fayetteville officials are inviting local artists to submit proposals for hand-painted designs on three utility boxes and each selected artist will get $1,500 for their work. Proposals are due Sept. 22—installations are expected to be complete by Dec. 1. Fayetteville Flyer
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Associate Professor Ngan Le received the NSF CAREER Award with a grant of $499,556 to fund research that will build trustworthy and energy-efficient AI systems for real-world use. Her project will design a multimodal video analytics framework that uses video, audio, text, and 3D point clouds—aiming to boost reliability—and will include STEM outreach for students. University of Arkansas
- ➤ One month into the school year, Fayetteville Public Schools have added new security measures, including metal detectors and a badge detection system—tested by a recent false alarm at the University of Arkansas. The district now enforces a no cell rule in class to cut distractions and uses referral programs to fill three bus driver vacancies. 5 News
- ➤ Professor Alain-Philippe Durand will challenge myths about humanities degrees during his lecture 'Humanities = Jobs' from 5-6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 18 in GEAR 026—he will explain how studies in language, history and poetry build valuable skills like critical thinking and communication. University of Arkansas
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ The Arkansas Public Employees Retirement System’s investment portfolio increased by about $930 million during the fiscal year that ended June 30—reaching $12.4 billion as officials reported the gains. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin is opposing a motion for a temporary restraining order and a preliminary injunction that would stop Conway public schools from showing the Ten Commandments in classrooms and libraries under a new state law — he says the courts have limits on their power. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Last weekend, a local resident on a buck archery outing in Washington County suffered painful chigger bites that led to red welts and flu-like symptoms – he now emphasizes the need to treat clothing with permethrin and use mosquito repellent for protection. Experts note that chiggers bite the skin surface without burrowing, causing irritation that can lead to secondary infections if scratched. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Prep football games are set for this week in the NWA and River Valley regions as teams such as Fort Smith Northside, Farmington, Southside and Bentonville West line up to play at 7 p.m. Coaches and key players are ready to improve records and compete hard—details show experienced leaders and new faces guiding the matchups. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Fayetteville senior Piper Batie shined Tuesday night at the Barn on the road against Southside—she made key plays with scoring and defense that helped secure the win for her team. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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Joe Nichols Live Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Ozark Music Hall — All ages welcome — Enjoy an evening with country music star Joe Nichols in a lively atmosphere.
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Avatar: The Last Airbender in Concert
7-10 p.m. — Walton Arts Center — Tickets required — Experience a live orchestral performance paired with a special recap of the beloved animated series.
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The Plot In You Concert
6-8:30 p.m. — Ozark Music Hall — Ticket prices range from $58 to $122 — Catch The Plot In You live for an unforgettable musical evening.
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Candlelight Concert: Coldplay vs. Imagine Dragons
8:30-9:30 p.m. — TheatreSquared — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting blend of Coldplay and Imagine Dragons under the glow of candlelight.
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Improvement Movement Concert
7-10 p.m. — George's Majestic Lounge — Ticket prices vary — Experience an evening of acoustic rock with the band Improvement Movement and special guests.
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Boundless Book Society Meeting
5-6 p.m. — Fayetteville Public Library — Free entry — A pressure-free book club exploring diverse titles with the opportunity to meet the author next month.
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Cut Worms Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Ozark Music Hall — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening with Cut Worms as they bring their music to Fayetteville.
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Ziggy Marley and Burning Spear Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — The Momentary — $72 General Admission — Experience the legends of reggae live on stage in an outdoor setting with unforgettable music.
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Yoke Lore Concert
8:30-11:30 p.m. — George's Majestic Lounge — Tickets available online or at the door — Enjoy great music from Yoke Lore and Wells Ferrari with your favorite drinks.
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Fayetteville Tequila Fest
3-7 p.m. — Mount Sequoyah Center, Inc. — VIP tickets required — Discover agave spirits and enjoy live music at the 2nd Annual Fayetteville Tequila Fest.
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