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It’s Friday, Fayetteville! Let’s finish this week strong.
In today’s can’t-miss-weekend-plans edition: Razorback baseball is back, gold and silver are hot, and someone Googled you + a stacked lineup of events this weekend.
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📰 In the news
Local hangouts thrive on game days: Razorback baseball is back, boosting foot traffic for Fayetteville spots near Dickson Street as some fans skipped the chill at Baum-Walker and restaurants open earlier for big games — see how businesses are adapting.
Grocery aisle uncertainty ahead: Egg prices are back to 2023 levels, but a UA agriculture economist warns the dip may be brief as producers could cut egg sets and avian flu pressures supplies — read the full analysis.
Laid-back charm and discovery: A recent guide highlights 10 charming Arkansas small towns for budget-friendly day trips. From calm streets to friendly stops, nearby Tontitown stands out for heritage, parks, and welcoming spaces — check out the full lineup.
Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why they’re back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.
Someone Googled you this week: Whether you’re dating again, selling something locally, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up. Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are. Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you (or someone you care about) to clean up all that up – learn more here.
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Falafel fix this week: Whether you want a quick plant-based lunch or hummus that hits, The Petra Cafédelivers crisp falafel, silky baba ganoush, tabbouleh, stuffed grape leaves, and garlic-tahini magic. Cozy, no-frills vibes meet hearty vegan platters that actually fill you up, the perfect midday reset.
Treasure hunt, anyone? Whether you’re after a quirky conversation piece, that long-lost vinyl, or the perfect vintage accent, Fayetteville’s Funky Flea Market rewards unhurried browsing and sharp eyes. A quick midday lap works, and lingering on a caffeinated Saturday often reveals surprises.
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📆 Around town this weekend
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🤸 Razorback Gymnastics vs. Oklahoma White Out Meet @ Bud Walton Arena | Friday (3/6) at 7:15 PM – Ready to prove Fayetteville can out-fan Utah? Gymbacks go white out for Senior Night at Bud Walton, facing the reigning Oklahoma champs, and chasing the NCAA attendance record, so bring your loud voice, a clean white shirt, and a friend. Tickets start at $12.
🚶 Centennial Trail Luv @ Centennial Park | Saturday (3/7) at 8:00 AM – Trail season means giving Centennial some love, so we’re raking the WC sections and calling it cardio. Meet at the top near the pavilion, bring water and a snack, and leave with cleaner switchbacks, better views, and that smug do-gooder glow.
♻ Upcycle Art Workshop @ Springdale Arkansas | Saturday (3/7) at 1:00 PM – Springdale’s Made for More Collective is turning the recycling bin into an art supply store, and yes, the kids can help. Think guided, low-stress crafting with all materials included, two project levels, and zero glitter in your carpet. Bring your creative streak, leave with keepsakes.
👨 Daddy Daughter Dance @ The Golden Venue | Saturday (3/7) at 6:00 PM – Ready to trade bedtime battles for a spin on the dance floor? At The Golden Venue, a daddy-daughter night for K-6 with mac and cheese for VIPs, chicken marsala and cash bar for you, plus photobooth, mocktails, and memories. Tickets required, space is tight.
🕯 Concerts by Candlelight @ Fayetteville Public Library | Saturday (3/7) at 7:00 PM – Nothing beats live music by candlelight, especially in Fayetteville’s prettiest historic rooms. Pick your poison, from Vivaldi and Hans Zimmer to Taylor, Queen, and Fleetwood Mac, all glow and no arena hassle. It’s date night, friend night, or solo serenity, with actual chairs.
🐇 Watercolor Workshop: Rabbits @ Studio 22 | Sunday (3/8) at 1:00 PM – An afternoon at the studio means one thing, painting rabbits that actually sit still. It’s a relaxed, in-person watercolor workshop for all levels, with demos, gentle guidance, and three charming notecards you can mail, frame, or hoard. Bring supplies or grab the studio kit.
📚 An Afternoon with Kathleen DuVal @ Fayetteville Public Library | Sunday (3/8) at 2:00 PM – Fayetteville’s own Pulitzer winner Kathleen DuVal joins KUAF’s Kyle Kellams to unpack Native Nations, the North American history you didn’t get in school. Expect sharp insights, Indigenous voices centered, and a signing, with Pearl’s Books selling. Come win your next dinner table debate.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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📻 Fayetteville report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 75°F – Low: 52°F – Precip: 65%
A slight chance of rain showers before 9am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between noon and 3pm, then showers and thunderstorms likely. Some of the storms could be severe. Partly sunny, with a high near 75. South wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: Showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy. Low around 52, with temperatures rising to around 57 overnight. South wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%.
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Tomorrow – High: 65°F – Low: 41°F – Precip: 42%
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before noon. Partly sunny, with a high near 65. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. Later: A slight chance of rain showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 41. Northeast wind 0 to 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
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