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Fayetteville
Saturday, October 11th, 2025
Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 11th of October.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ More than 100 entrepreneurs were chosen at Walmart’s Open Call event at its Bentonville campus to get their U.S.-made products on Walmart and Sam’s Club shelves and online. They pitched their ideas in 30-minute meetings and attended coaching sessions—supporting Walmart’s commitment to small businesses and American manufacturing. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Analysts from Stephens expect J.B. Hunt to report lower third quarter earnings on Wednesday — earnings per share are forecast at $1.47 and revenue at $3.02 billion, both slightly below last year's numbers. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Director Derek Cianfrance’s film Roofman stars Channing Tatum and Kirsten Dunst as a former soldier turned thief and a single mom who find unexpected love while working at a toy store—reviewers highlight their strong performances as the film opened in local theaters on Oct. 10. Fayetteville Flyer
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ CREW Northwest Arkansas announced that designer and HGTV star Jenny Marrs will be the featured speaker at its 2025 Signature Event on November 10 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the 21c Museum Hotel in Bentonville—she will join a fireside chat discussing her career and commitment to storytelling and family while the event serves up dinner, cocktails, and dessert for 200 guests. NWA Business Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Razorback basketball returned on Oct.2 with Primetime at the Palace at Bud Walton Arena, where the men’s and women’s teams excited fans with a dunk contest that crowned Trevon Brazile after his leap over a 7-foot defender and an 8-minute scrimmage ending 31-28. The men's team will head to Hot Springs on Oct.12 at 3 p.m. for a tip-off scrimmage at Bank OZK Arena — setting the tone for the upcoming season. The Arkansas Traveler
- ➤ Arkansas Razorbacks football, now led by coach Bobby Petrino, are playing the No. 12 Tennessee Volunteers today at 3:15 p.m. in Knoxville—after a bye week and defensive staff changes, the team looks to build on its four straight wins over Tennessee. The Arkansas Traveler
- ➤ Matt Jones and Ethan Westerman provided SEC football predictions for upcoming Week 7 games — including the Arkansas-Tennessee matchup — at WholeHogSports Daily. Bruiser Flint, special assistant to John Calipari, joined Ethan at the Hawgs Illustrated Sports Club to offer insights on Razorback basketball. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Unbeaten Bentonville beat winless Rogers Heritage 42-0 at Tiger Stadium Friday night during homecoming, scoring three touchdowns in the first quarter before adding more points later. Coach Jody Grant praised the team for its balanced offense-and-defense as they forced five three-and-outs during the game. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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Preschool Story Time with Zeke Peña
3:00 – 4:30 p.m. — Fayetteville Public Library — Free entry — Explore the world of comics and illustration with award-winning artist Zeke Peña.
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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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Lily Rose: I Know What I Want Tour
7-9:30 p.m. — Ozark Music Hall — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening with Lily Rose as she performs her latest tour hits.
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Heart of the Ozarks Craft Fair & Fall Festival
9 AM – 6 PM — Washington County Fairgrounds — Free entry — Celebrate local crafts and enjoy food, music, and family fun.
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Irie Lions & My Nextdoor Neighbor Sunday Show
5:30-9 p.m. — Prairie Street Live! — General Admission + Fees — Experience an evening of original reggae vibes and dynamic prog rock performances.
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Whitney Cummings Live
7:00–8:30 p.m. — Walton Arts Center — Tickets from $69 — Enjoy an evening with the talented comedian Whitney Cummings in Fayetteville.
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Rocktober Revelry 2025
7-11:30 p.m. — Nomads Trailside — Free entry — Experience a night of fire performances, live music, and a costume contest in a festive community atmosphere.
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