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U of A student sells passion for thrifting
By Yael Even FAYETTEVILLE, Ark.—A student-run business in Fayetteville brings vintage to its online site. The owner of Voyce, Preston Parkhill, is a sophomore advertising and public relations major from South Lake, Texas. He has hosted over a handful of pop-ups before, but he said he is working toward growing his online audience. “I am…
Student-run business offers Valentine’s Day solution
By: Yael Even FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – With Valentine’s Day around the corner, a student-run business called Forever Red is selling festive boxes for the third year in a row. The boxes are available for purchase on the Forever Red e-commerce website for $19.99. They include candy, snacks, chocolate rose, Valentine’s teddy bear, a heart-shaped balloon,…
Dependents eligible for payments in latest stimulus package
By: James Morgan FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – As many Americans begin to receive stimulus payments in the mail or through direct deposits, some college students may be surprised to find themselves eligible in this round of checks. Dependents ages 17 and older were previously ineligible for stimulus payments in both the March and December relief bills. The biggest…
Robinhood faces criticism following wild week on Wall Street
By: Sean Rhomberg FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – The number one app on the Apple finance charts finds itself in hot water following a monumental week on Wall Street. Rob Wells, a University of Arkansas journalism professor and former Wall Street reporter, said the situation is one of the most unique he has ever experienced. “[It’s crazy…
Big Businesses & Local Entrepreneurs Invest in Revitalization of Downtown Springdale
By Ashlyn Brothers SPRINGDALE, Ark. (UATV) — Rumors of revitalization have echoed inside the empty buildings that line Emma Avenue since the Downtown Springdale Alliance was first organized in the last decade. Many have described the initiative as a “hurry up and wait” process, but an investment from big businesses just might be the catalyst…
First medical marijuana dispensary opens in Fayetteville
By: Michael Adkison FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — A new medical marijuana dispensary opened its doors on Saturday, and it’s the first ever in Fayetteville. Acanza held its grand opening over the weekend, after nearly three years since Arkansas voters approved of medical marijuana legalization “We’re very eager to hopefully get involved in research with the university,”…
UofA Researchers Study Traffic Flows
by Nick Camper FAYETTEVILLE, Ark.–The Arkansas Senate votes today on a bill that would begin pulling in funds to support a new highway infrastructure. The proposal was presented last week by Governor Asa Hutchinson and other lawmakers. The goal is to achieve a budget of $300 million for highway spending. Here at the University of…
Student Finds Unique Workspace on Campus
by Nick Camper FAYETTEVILLE, Ark—College is a place where learning and opportunities are unlimited. Professors are around to help and clubs are there for support. The McMillon Innovation Studio gives students a chance to learn outside of that traditional structure. Located on the Harmon Avenue side of Harmon Parking Garage, The Studio sits and watches…