Good morning, Fayetteville.

Firefighters responded at 7:59 a.m. on Wednesday morning and quickly put out a blaze at The Bodhi Tree Salon & Spa on South Ray Avenue in Fayetteville—no injuries were reported and the building’s front showed no damage.

Herman's Ribhouse in Fayetteville is for sale as owners Nick and Carrie Wright announced on Wednesday—hoping the new owner will carry on the legacy of the dining establishment that opened in 1964 and became a local favorite.

Locals Cory and Lyndsy Jacobs will open a Goodcents sandwich shop at 3059 N.

College Ave inside Fiesta Square, taking over the space that once housed Berry Natural & marking the chain's third location in Arkansas. The restaurant is expected to open sometime early to mid February.

The University of Arkansas, Fayetteville’s College of Engineering tested a full-scale steel beam against simulated earthquake forces on Wednesday, Oct.

22, to assess its performance under stress. The experiment pushed the steel near its breaking point—its results may help guide future building safety standards.

The new Mullins Library Makerspace on Level 2 now welcomes U of A students, faculty and staff to explore a variety of creative tools—from sewing machines to 3D printers—after completing required training.

Some equipment, such as the laser cutter and soldering stations, requires reservations while walk-ins can use others during operating hours.

Fayetteville city council voted to apply for a $60,000 grant to fund a pilot program that will use community ideas to renovate vacant homes and create workforce training opportunities—named Development Squared after a local workshop.

City staff and partners plan to launch the initiative in January to boost affordable housing for low to moderate income families.

U.S. Rep. Rick Crawford of the 1st District introduced the Bridge the Gap for Rural Communities Act—this law gives farmers an option for a 50% partial payment by Dec.

1 to ease financial stress until full relief is available. The measure, endorsed by the Arkansas Bankers Association, is designed to support rural farmers facing urgent challenges.

On Tuesday night, Bentonville won the 6A-West title by sweeping Fayetteville with scores of 25-12, 25-22, 25-19 at Bulldog Arena—making key plays that clinched the win.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

November AI Meetup

6-8 p.m. — UofA Collaborative — Free entry — Connect with fellow enthusiasts and dive into the world of artificial intelligence.

Ashtyn Barbaree Concert

10 AM – 2 PM — Record Downtown — Free entry — Enjoy a live performance by the talented Fayetteville singer/songwriter Ashtyn Barbaree.