Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 21st of November.
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💼 Business
Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport said 2025 is its busiest travel year and expects Thanksgiving to increase traffic as recent terminal upgrades ease congestion.
Communications director Olivia Tyler advised passengers to arrive at least two hours before departure—AAA projects 6.07 million travelers from Nov. 25 to Dec. 1.
Walmart reported fiscal third-quarter net income of $6.14 billion—up from $4.58 billion last year—and beat analyst estimates while raising its outlook for the holiday season.
The retailer will transfer its stock listing to Nasdaq on December 9 and announced that its CEO will retire early next year with a new head of U.S. operations set to take over in February.
🎓 Education
University of Arkansas faculty were ranked among the world’s most cited researchers using 2024 Scopus data—a list compiled by Stanford professor John P.A.
Ioannidis that names more than 30 active researchers from several colleges. The ranking covers both recent achievements and career-long impact dating back to 1996.
The University of Arkansas, Fayetteville will build a new parking garage with more than 1,000 spaces by summer 2029.
Chancellor Charles Robinson said the project aims to ease the growing parking issue on campus — it is expected to help students and staff.
William Corbett, a candidate for dean at the University of Arkansas School of Law, said he will boost fundraising and build connections if selected for the role.
He discussed his plans during a forum on campus—he competed with three other candidates and aims to expand opportunities for the school if chosen.
Graduate students Ruvindu Perera, Mostafa Mahmoudi, and Harneet Kaur won prizes at the 3 Minute Thesis finale held Nov.
13—Perera earned first place for his vaccine research to prevent lameness in broiler chickens and won $1,000 plus a trip to Greenville while Mahmoudi and Kaur received $750 and $500, respectively.
At its fall meeting, the College of Education and Health Professions’ Dean’s Executive Advisory Board gathered at Mullins Library to view a new Virtual Reality Simulation Lab, see doctoral students’ poster presentations and tour the Fred Smith Football Facility.
Dean Kate Mamiseishvili used a Dr. Seuss performance and a review of the WE CARE strategic plan—highlighting over $56.5 million in grants, 1,744 student internships and numerous service projects—to stress innovation in education.
🎉 Fayetteville Events
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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.
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.
The Nutcracker: International Ballet Stars
7 p.m. — Jim & Joyce Faulkner Performing Arts Center — Tickets required — Celebrate the magic of the holiday season with a delightful performance of The Nutcracker.
MeatEater Live: The Christmas Tour
7 PM – 12 AM — Ozark Music Hall — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the holidays with Steven Rinella and the MeatEater crew in a night filled with laughs and outdoor insights.
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