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Prediction market apps act as an alternative to traditional betting
By: Gigi Kraemer FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — The Arkansas Gaming Commission recently legalized sports betting apps DraftKings and FanDuel, but Arkansans have already been able to use another app as a workaround. Prediction markets like Kalshi allow anyone to buy “yes” or “no” contracts on certain events, essentially allowing users to bet on anything. Events…
A Safer Swap: U of A students turn fear into innovation
By: Riley Click FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — What started as a simple idea between two University of Arkansas students has now become a campus-wide movement for safety and innovation. Swaply, a student-only resale app, is helping students buy, sell and rent items without the risks that come with traditional online marketplaces. For founder Walter Sarmiento,…
Arkansas baseball boosts revenue for local businesses
By: Autumn Foltz FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — Baseball season is underway! Baum-Walker Stadium in Fayetteville, Arkansas is filled with excitement with the University of Arkansas Razorbacks perfect record at home. After sweeping the University of Portland Pirates in a weekend matchup and beating the University of Central Arkansas Sugar Bears yesterday, the Razorbacks are currently…
Winter storm disrupts small businesses in Fayetteville
By: Gracie Tuohy FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV)– While temperatures have risen since the winter storm two weeks ago, many small businesses in Fayetteville are still feeling its effects. The snow and ice that covered Northwest Arkansas forced several local shops to close for multiple days, leading to financial setbacks for business owners who rely on…
Bird flu outbreak causes egg prices to soar
By: Kloey Marlatt FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV)—The impact of the ongoing bird flu outbreak is hitting Northwest Arkansas, sending egg prices soaring and putting strain on local suppliers and consumers. Highly pathogenic avian influenza, or bird flu, has affected more than 157 million birds nationwide since it was first detected in U.S. poultry flocks in…
Walton students finding their future
By: Gabriella Phelan FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – Walton College of Business students got to meet with potential employers today and explore career paths. The fair took place in Bud Walton Arena and over 150 businesses were in attendance. Walton Ambassador Jaimee Hall said “the goal of the Walton career fair is definitely to walk away…
‘Encanto’ live show coming to Walmart AMP
By: Max Vanderglas FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – The Disney hit ‘Encanto’ live tour is coming to Northwest Arkansas this summer. The platinum-certified Encanto soundtrack held the top ranking album on Billboard 200 album chart for nine-consecutive weeks and will move from the big screen to the live stage at the Walmart AMP on Saturday, July…
Student podcasting and radio at the University of Arkansas
By: Max Vanderglas FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – The University of Arkansas provides its students with many opportunities to get involved with student media on campus. The university provides several campus courses, as well as student run media outlets such as KXUA Radio where students may have their own radio show or podcast, and UATV where…
Tyson launches free education program for employees
By: Will Kennedy FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — Tyson Foods announced on Monday, April 25, its plan to provide free education to team members starting this summer. The Springdale-based business is offering an opportunity for U.S. team members to get their college degrees — from an associate’s to a master’s — or obtain certificates in literacy…