Good morning, Fayetteville.

Walmart purchased almost 90 acres of land in Benton County in September—more than 50 acres near Wharton Road in Lowell for nearly $11.3 million and almost 39 acres near Herbaugh Road and highway 72 in Centerton for $4 million—and has not confirmed any plans for the properties.

Ron Robinson Theater will offer a November film series that includes The Godfather trilogy, Jumanji, The Wizard of Oz, Tommy, and other titles for special screenings.

Tickets cost $5 to $10 and beer, wine, and concessions will be sold on site + shows run from November 1 through November 25.

Fayetteville Public Library will host author Dave Eggers on Nov.

18 at 7 p.m. for a conversation with KUAF news director Kyle Kellams followed by a book signing at Pearl’s Books — tickets open on Oct. 28 at 7 p.m. with limited seating.

The Fayetteville school board reviewed updated plans for the new Ramay Junior High that flip the layout so the field is moved south to a less steep area and allow more trees to be preserved after acquiring seven extra acres.

The design improves traffic flow and parking—including nearly 300 event spaces—and will be submitted for rezoning at Monday’s Planning Commission meeting as the project is set to cost $103 million.

Northwest Arkansas Trout Unlimited is hosting its annual Trout Camp for local teens free for ages 13 to 17, offering a hands-on week-long experience that teaches fly fishing, stream health, and fish cleaning at Riverview Resort.

The camp, valued at $650 per student and fully sponsored locally, has only 14 spots with applications due January 31 and selections announced on February 28—highlighting growing interest in conservation education.

Fayetteville faced a potential $15 million yearly impact if SWEPCO’s requested 27.3% rate hike is approved, said Environmental Director Peter Nierengarten at a panel meeting at the Public Library.

The discussion noted that residents would see about $400 more on their electric bills annually and local businesses may face 20—40% higher rates, while a public hearing is set for Dec. 4 at Northwest Arkansas Community College in Springdale.

Crush Wine Bar in Argenta offers a calm place (designed for relaxed evenings) for adults who want a quiet night with wine and snacks instead of loud, crowded bars.

The venue features warm lights and a Tuesday deal that cuts prices on wine bottles ($50 or less for $25).

Billy Richmond III is set to have a breakout season at Arkansas after a strong NCAA Tournament performance—Coach Calipari praised his hard work and focus on improving his outside shooting.

Richmond and the Razorbacks will face Cincinnati in a charity exhibition at 7 p.m. Friday, and the guard remains a favorite among the fans.

High school football continued Friday night in Arkansas despite some games being moved to Thursday ahead of rain—teams like West Fork, Har-Ber, and Green Forest played at 7 p.m. The results showed Fayetteville beating Springdale 52-28 while Bentonville edged Rogers 31-28, with other games having tight scores.

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.

Family-Friendly Event at Northwest Arkansas Mall

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Northwest Arkansas Mall — Tickets required for ages 2 and up — Enjoy an entertaining evening with family friendly activities and a great view from the venue.

In Conversation with Dave Eggers

7-8 p.m. — Fayetteville Public Library — Free entry — Engage in an insightful discussion with bestselling author Dave Eggers, followed by a book signing.