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Saturday, October 18th, 2025
Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 18th of October.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Finnegan 'Finn' McKinley, a supply chain management doctoral student at U of A, won the inaugural Building a Better Future Through Business and AI competition and will be honored at an event at Texas A&M with a $10,000 prize. He studies how managers use AI for demand planning through experiments and industry data—his work offers new insights into supply chain decision making. University of Arkansas
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Today the University of Arkansas is hosting free community tours of Old Main—celebrating 150 years—from 10 a.m. to noon. Student ambassadors will lead tours every 15 minutes and faculty representatives along with top officials will be present. 4029 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Law enforcement agencies from around the region, including the Washington County Sheriff's Office and the police departments in Rogers, Prairie Grove, and Decatur, will take part in the 'Put the Phone Away or Pay' campaign to reduce distracted driving. The campaign begins Sunday and runs through Oct. 25—federal funds under the Selective Traffic Enforcement Program support the increased patrols. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Bentonville's football team beat Fayetteville 48-14 Friday night at Harmon Field. Coach Jody Grant said he was stunned—yet happy after the fast win. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Bentonville beat Fayetteville 48–14 on Friday night at Harmon Field—coach Jody Grant said he was stunned but pleased with the win. The result sets the stage for a competitive run as the season moves forward. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Arkansas' lead running back Mike Washington Jr. had said Tennessee's defense had exploitable holes before he scored a touchdown on 19 carries and ran for a season-high 131 yards in a loss, and his team now faces Texas A&M's strong defense at Reynolds Razorback Stadium today. The Hogs will try to overcome an attack that averages 3.50 sacks per game—coaches stress that better communication will be key. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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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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Fayetteville Haunts Ghost Tour
5-7 p.m. — Fayetteville Public Library — Registration required — Explore the haunted history and ghostly legends of Downtown Fayetteville on a spooky walking tour.
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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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First Encounters NWA: Speed Dating for 40+
7-9 p.m. — Six Twelve Coffeehouse & Bar — Ticketed event includes one drink — Sip, flirt, and spark connections at this guided speed dating night for the 40s and beyond.
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Diary of a Wimpy Kid #20 Partypooper Tour
5:30-7 p.m. — Fayetteville High School — $22 — Celebrate the 20th book release with a fun-filled birthday bash featuring author Jeff Kinney.
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NWA TechFest Monthly Meetup
6-9 p.m. — GOAT Lab Brewery — Free drinks available — Connect with STEM professionals over great conversations and community Q&A sessions.
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The Official Halloween Bar Crawl in Fayetteville
4 p.m. — Calle Latin Cuisine — No entry fee — Haunt the bars in Fayetteville during this fun-filled Halloween bar crawl!
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Fall Fun at Farmland Adventures
9 a.m.–9 p.m. — Farmland Adventures — Ticket purchase required — Enjoy a day filled with corn mazes, pumpkin picking, and farm activities.
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NWA Makers Market
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Washington County Fairgrounds — Free entry — Explore a vibrant showcase featuring over 350 local creators and their unique crafts.
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Louisiana Tech Lady Techsters vs. Arkansas Razorbacks Women's Basketball
12:00 – 10:30 PM — Bud Walton Arena — Tickets required — Kick off the women's basketball season with the Lady Techsters taking on the Razorbacks at home.
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