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Fayetteville
Thursday, October 30th, 2025
Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 30th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Fayetteville Mayor Molly Rawn joined a national hunger effort by launching a citywide non-perishable food drive on Oct. 29 to support local food pantries—residents were directed to drop off shelf-stable items at City Hall, police headquarters, and fire stations. City of Fayetteville
- ➤ Fayetteville will host the SLS Dash 5k and Fun Run for Neurodiversity on Nov. 8 at Kessler Mountain Regional Park starting at 9 a.m. — the event includes a 5K race, a 1-mile fun run, music, food, and a superhero costume theme to support SLS Community programs. Fayetteville Flyer
- ➤ Events in Northwest Arkansas will take place from October 31 to November 2 at locations including Rogers, Centerton, Springdale and others. They include a candy crawl, trunk-or-treats, farmers markets and Día de Muertos celebrations—giving families a range of fun activities to enjoy. 5 News
- ➤ Fayetteville launched a citywide food drive on Wednesday as part of Share Our Strength’s No Kid Hungry campaign to collect nonperishable items at City Hall, the Police Department Headquarters or any fire station for local food pantries. Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield announced the Take Good Care Food Drive, accepting donations at ArkansasBlue Welcome Centers until Nov. 14 — a statewide effort addressing food insecurity amid rising living costs. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A driver in Fayetteville failed to yield at Holt Middle School and hit a 10-year-old’s foot, while in Bentonville a car struck a student riding a bike near Bright Field Middle School—both incidents received medical care as local officials reported. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Fayetteville-based Ozark Charcuterie—partnering with SREG and Modus Studio—will open a new cheese and wine shop inside First Street Flats in downtown Rogers in spring and already runs a location on E. Mountain St. in Fayetteville. Los Angeles-based Sweetgreen announced its Bentonville restaurant will open on November 25 while a new Fayetteville store will open later this year at 542 W. Streamside Bend, Unit 200. NWA Business Journal
- ➤ Nick and Carrie Wright confirmed on Oct.22 via Facebook that their famed restaurant Herman’s Ribhouse is up for sale after its induction into the Arkansas Food Hall of Fame in 2024. No further sale details have been announced—readers are advised to stay tuned for updates. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ A U of A student startup won a pitch competition at Vanderbilt for its pain-free strep test and received $10,000. The team will use the prize money for validation studies and to move toward clinical trials. University of Arkansas
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local storyteller Gustav Carlson turns ghost stories and Arkansas folklore into his new comic series ‘Backwood Folk’ that features spooky secrets set in a fictional town called Po'Dunk — the series is available in Springdale, Fayetteville, and Bentonville. The Free Weekly
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Oct. 22, researchers at the University of Arkansas College of Engineering tested a full-scale steel seismic connection at the Grady E. Harvell Civil Engineering Research and Education Center+ the live test simulated extreme earthquake forces. University and state leaders watched the demonstration+ the data will help update building codes to improve safety. University of Arkansas
- ➤ Fayetteville Public Schools requested that nearly 27 wooded acres on the east side of College Avenue be rezoned for a new Ramay Junior High School, and the Planning Commission approved the proposal in a 7-1 vote, sending it to the City Council for further action. The district plans to use 20 owned acres along with 7 under contract as part of a larger plan to create new school facilities opening for the 2028-29 school year. Fayetteville Flyer
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Fayetteville's Lady Bulldogs came from behind for a 3–0 win over Cabot in the state volleyball semifinals at Panther Arena. They will face Conway in the final at 3 p.m. Saturday at Bank OZK Arena in Hot Springs — the defending champions look to reclaim the title. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Interim head coach Bobby Petrino faces uncertainty as coaching changes are speculated after the Razorbacks lost several games, and the team will play Mississippi State at 3 p.m. Saturday—raising questions for Razorbacks fans about the future of team leadership. Fayetteville Flyer
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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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November AI Meetup
6-8 p.m. — UofA Collaborative — Free entry — Connect with fellow enthusiasts and dive into the world of artificial intelligence.
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Ashtyn Barbaree Concert
10 AM – 2 PM — Record Downtown — Free entry — Enjoy a live performance by the talented Fayetteville singer/songwriter Ashtyn Barbaree.
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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.
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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.
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Sassafras Succulent Pumpkin Workshop
6-7:30 p.m. — Sassafras Springs Vineyard and Winery — $40 — Create a stunning succulent pumpkin while enjoying wine and snacks in an immersive workshop.
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ARKAST Podcast Festival
10 a.m.-8 p.m. — Mount Sequoya Center — General Admission — Celebrate podcasting achievements and learn from top creators at this annual festival.
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