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Fayetteville
Wednesday, December 24th, 2025
Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 24th of December.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Last-minute Christmas shopping was slow, according to Northwest Arkansas merchants who said strong early purchases kept shops busy at Pinnacle Hills Promenade (in Rogers) on Tuesday; Santa also made a stop to greet children before Christmas Eve. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Fayetteville-based Acres.com partnered with Houston-based Park Street Homes on Monday to support land acquisition in supply-constrained cities by offering detailed land intelligence and research on parcel data (ownership, zoning, and risk) to help developers make informed decisions. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Health officials say flu cases are surging in our region ahead of Christmas — prompting calls for increased vaccination and hygiene. They advise residents to stay home when sick to protect vulnerable neighbors like the elderly, children, and pregnant women. 5 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Head coach Ryan Silverfield outlined his plan to rebuild the Razorbacks with immediate changes to training, academics and accountability, expecting the tough approach to spark wins after a 2 – 10 season and restore pride among local fans. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Memphis coach Ryan Silverfield was hired last month as the new head coach for the Razorbacks, replacing interim coach Bobby Petrino after a hard season. The football team now looks to build fresh energy and improve its game on the field. Arkansas Times
- ➤ Razorback guard Darius Acuff Jr. earned SEC Freshman of the Week for the third straight time after standout games against Queens and Houston last week. He will try to tie a freshman scoring record on Dec. 29 — the team's final nonconference game before SEC play begins. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings
6:30-7:29 p.m. — TheatreSquared — $51.4 — Experience the magic of Christmas carols performed by a string quartet under candlelight.
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Time Travel Half-Marathon and 5k/10k
9 AM — MY-T-BY-DESIGN Therapeutic Art Studio — Family-friendly race — Lace up for a race that promises a dash through time and fun.
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The Music Man
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Walton Arts Center — Family-friendly show — Watch Harold Hill's charming antics as he attempts to con a town into believing in music.
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Vanderbilt Commodores vs Arkansas Razorbacks Basketball
8-10 p.m. — Bud Walton Arena — Check local listings for ticket prices — Experience a thrilling college basketball showdown as the Razorbacks take on the Commodores.
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