Good morning, Fayetteville.

Washington County hosted a special adoption event ahead of National Adoption Day next week to raise awareness for 55 children awaiting permanent homes in Washington and Madison Counties.

Circuit Judge Diane Warren and local foster parent Cara Gulledge said the event offers hope & urges families and community groups to help reduce the number of children in foster care.

Fayetteville residents are working with city officials to form a local historic district — a plan to preserve the neighborhood's colorful and unique history — which would include 31 key structures such as stone homes built by Noah Drake.

Arts One Presents is staging 'The 1940s Radio Hour,' with music director Cheri Headrick saying the show is meant to help audiences feel the music and perhaps spark interest in playing instruments—she hopes the performance inspires deeper enjoyment of classic tunes.

Local artists and community members gathered branches on Mount Sequoyah to build a frozen forest that looks like Narnia for the annual Festival of Trees fundraiser—led by Jessica DeBari—aiming to boost funds for the event.

The project showcases local art and creativity while supporting the festival's charity work.

The Inverse Performance Art Festival will return to The Momentary in December — one of several local events sponsored by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, local casting calls, Opera in the Ozarks holiday show and the Tyson Scholars Program in Northwest Arkansas.

Public school enrollment in Benton and Washington counties fell by 0.8% this school year + charter schools saw growth.

Razorback coaches, players and staff and American Cancer Society supporters rallied for cancer patients at Suits and Sneakers on Oct.

17 at Fayetteville Town Center—marking its fifth birthday.

The University of Arkansas is hosting a busy recruiting weekend as prospects visit Fayetteville for the final home game against Missouri on Nov.

29. Players like Taylor Schaefer, Jaden Bayonne, and Domata Peko Jr. plan official visits, with Schaefer having received a scholarship offer.

On Saturday, the Arkansas football team lost 23-22 to the LSU Tigers at Tiger Stadium after leading 14-0 but giving up key turnovers and missing red-zone shots.

Coach Bobby Petrino said the errors hurt the team and that the loss marked their sixth one-possession defeat this season.

The Arkansas women’s basketball team won 68-60 over Southeastern Louisiana on Thursday but faces Texas Tech today at 2 p.m. at United Supermarkets Arena in Lubbock; junior forward Cristina Sanchez Cerqueira and Coach Kelsi Musick stressed that better defense is needed on the road to avoid an early season setback.

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.

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.

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.

Fayetteville Family Event

2-4 p.m. — Northwest Arkansas Mall — General Admission 40% off — Enjoy a family-friendly experience with discounted admission options and comfortable seating.

Missouri Tigers vs. Arkansas Razorbacks Football

1-4 p.m. — Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium — An exciting SEC showdown between two fierce rivals.

Cirque Italia: Water Circus

1:30-3:00 p.m. — Pinnacle Hills Promenade — Tickets start at $74 — Experience a mesmerizing performance under the water-themed circus tent.

Postmodern Jukebox: Magic, Moonlight, and Mistletoe Tour

7-9:30 p.m. — Ozark Music Hall — Ticketed event — Experience a vintage musical journey featuring genre-twisting covers of holiday classics and pop hits.

Kimberly Akimbo Musical

7:00–8:30 p.m. — Walton Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the five-time Tony-winning musical featuring an engaging story and stunning performances.

Super Saturday: Ozark Ballet Theater's The Nutcracker

10-11 a.m. — Fayetteville Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy delightful excerpts from The Nutcracker performed by the Ozark Ballet Theater.