Good morning, Fayetteville.

Washington County residents hired an attorney to oppose a proposed concrete mixing plant near Bob Kidd Lake just outside Prairie Grove—local families worry the project could change their community.

Ambulance service fees are rising across Northwest Arkansas — Springdale will consider increasing its rates Tuesday.

School Board members reviewed new plans for Ramay Junior High that include added road links and a 7-acre parcel — the design now moves athletic spaces to the south side of the building.

The district will close on the extra land once rezoning is approved at the Planning Commission meeting at 5:30 p.m. today at City Hall.

Global Campus will host the Better Learning Together conference on Wednesday, Oct.29 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. via Teams.

The event will feature hour-long sessions and panels on artificial intelligence for educators—program coordinators and instructors are invited to join—marking a lead-up to National Distance Learning Week.

Professor Remko van Hoek received the 2025 Distinguished Service Award from the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals at the EDGE conference (October 5 to 8) and was inducted into the Supply Chain Hall of Fame for his work in supply chain management.

U of A alumna Debbie Shearer King and her husband William committed $50,000 to the Land of Opportunity Scholarship endowment to help Arkansas students cover college costs.

The gift is part of a three-year plan started in November 2024 to fill a funding gap and let students from all 75 counties pay for school — it aims to ease student debt and boost academic success.

Lynn Meade, a teaching associate professor from Fulbright College Student Success, delivered a keynote titled 'Storytelling—Leveraging Your Superpower' at the Lilly Conference on Evidence-Based Teaching and Learning in Traverse City, Michigan this October—she urged teachers to use personal stories to connect with students and improve learning.

The Office of Transition Programs and Initiatives is hosting First-Generation Student Week from Nov 3—7 to honor National First-Generation Student Day on Nov 8.

About 25% of U of A students are first-generation—Skyler Ames-Patton is available for questions.

Dr. Yizhi Sun from the U of A will speak at 10:45 a.m. in BELL 2267 on Oct.

29 to share key findings on how fat cells burn energy and how mitochondria work with proteins to control energy use. His talk may lead to new research on better ways to treat obesity, diabetes and cancer.

Pat Walker Health Center is hosting its annual Stick and Treat flu shot clinic on Friday, Oct.

31 from 12 to 3:30 p.m. in its atrium, where U of A students, faculty and staff can get their vaccine on a first-come basis + receive Halloween treats.

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.