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Fayetteville
Tuesday, September 16th, 2025
Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 16th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Fayetteville bars are working to become safe places for those who have overindulged by using active bystander training offered by the SAFE Bar Network—Pinpoint on Block Street received free training about a year ago—and others plan similar measures. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas Music Week began on Sept. 14 in Fayetteville—this local festival brings daily concerts, workshops and networking events at various venues until Sept. 21. Organized by Arkansas Music Experience, Experience Fayetteville and the Downtown Fayetteville Coalition, the week features shows at Fayetteville Square, Kingfish and Prairie Street Live. The Arkansas Traveler
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Northwest Arkansas Community College will offer community classes this fall including a baking workshop Nuts About Honey with Chef Ana Saenz on Wednesday for $65 and an oil-free cooking class on September 29 with Dr. Michael Henderson and Chef Michael Drazsnzak for $90—all for people aged 14 and older. The college will also host design classes on its Bentonville campus, one on October 2 to make a ceramic spooky kitty for $40 and another on October 18 for building a farmhouse coffee table for $125 per family. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Six graduate students in the Master of Public Administration program at the University of Arkansas have been named recipients of the prestigious Raymond W. Gosack Scholarship for the 2025-26 academic year. The award, funded by a $500,000 estate gift from alumnus Ray Gosack, will support their education and public service careers. University of Arkansas
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fayetteville will add a four‐way stop at the intersection of West Maple Street and North Gregg Avenue beginning Thursday as part of a project to improve walking safety, fix drainage, and slow traffic near a historic railroad bridge. The city is funding the work with a $7.5 million federal grant and matching contributions from local partners to rebuild the half‐mile stretch from Razorback Regional Greenway to Garland Avenue. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Fayetteville Mayor Molly Rawn named Marlee Stark as the city’s first chief housing officer and director of Housing and Community Services after the City Council approved the new role on June 17. Stark, a local native who previously led economic initiatives, will drive key housing projects – working with the Economic Development Department – to improve housing options. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The University of Arkansas is offering free hearing tests to all faculty, staff, and students in October at the Epley Center for Health Professions in Fayetteville—tests check hearing history, examine the ear canal, and include a tone test that shows how well you hear. University of Arkansas
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Fayetteville is set to enjoy Wooo Pig Weekend from Friday, Sept. 26 through Sunday, Sept. 28 with a full schedule of tailgating, pep rallies, and fireworks on Friday that lead to a historic Razorback game vs. Notre Dame on Saturday. Fans can join pregame festivities and wrap up the weekend with softball and volleyball games on Sunday — where live mascot Tusk will make a special ride — as the celebration continues. University of Arkansas
- ➤ Arkansas Coach Sam Pittman said the Razorbacks will not let their 41–35 loss to Ole Miss shake their focus as they prepare to face unbeaten Memphis on Saturday—he stressed the team will learn from the game and correct errors. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Abdou Toure—an UA men's basketball target from West Haven—visited Fayetteville over the weekend and met Coach John Calipari, who stressed the program’s intense practice and high work ethic; Toure said the eye-opening trip deepened his understanding of the team’s professional habits. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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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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Heart of the Ozarks Craft Fair & Fall Festival
9 AM – 6 PM — Washington County Fairgrounds — Free entry — Explore over 300 booths, enjoy live music, delicious food, and family fun.
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~ Sam Altman
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