HIGHLIGHTS

Northwest Arkansas transplants — by way of Lincoln, Neb. — Travis and Becky Koester are an award-nominated husband-and-wife Americana duo. The pair have been performing together since they met in high school and play what Travis describes as “a perfect blend of rockabilly, classic country and roots based music … along with a mix of our original songs.” The duo will perform from 9 a.m. to noon Sept. 1 at Ozark Mountain Bagel Co. in Bentonville. thetimeburners.com. Free.

LORRIE MORGAN — Longtime country vocalist and performer Lorrie Morgan returns to Cherokee Casino in West Siloam Springs, Okla., at 8 p.m. Sept. 5 for a free show. Morgan made her first appearance on the Grand Ole Opry at age 13 and has charted more than 25 singles on the Billboard Hot Country charts. She was the first female country artist to have three albums in a row certified platinum. See her perform hits like “Five Minutes,” “What Part of No” and “I Didn’t Know My Own Strength.” lorrie.com.

SAM ADAMS — Stand-up comedian and face of the viral “True Color” routine (and subsequent social media stir) Sam Adams returns to The Lyric Theater in Harrison following his wildly successful visit last December. The African American comedian’s initial visit to Harrison (home to the Knights of the Ku Klux Klan headquarters) spurred his hilarious “not scared … but concerned” routine, which has since garnered so much attention, a documentary about Adams’ story is in the works. Adams’ triumphant return will be at 7 p.m. Sept. 7. (870) 391-3504, samadamsdoescomedy.com. $15-$18