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Palestine peace protesters demand ceasefire
By: Carlee Gilpin Fayetteville, Ark. (UATV)- Abel Tomlinson with the Arkansas Anti-War Alliance held a Palestine Peace Protest on Sunday, October 22nd. It was held in front of the Washington County Courthouse with nearly 200 protesters. Chants like “end the siege end the war” echoed outside of the courthouse, and many vehicles honked in solidarity.…
Caffeine overconsumption on campus
By: Philip Jackman FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV)— For many of us, we start the day off with a cup of coffee or two cups. Some people will then have a couple of energy drinks later in the day and finally end off with a soda at dinner. This is an example of caffeine overconsumption. Caffeine overconsumption…
Assistant professor studies the effects of breast cancer on black women
By: Taylor Sheffield Fayetteville, Ark. (UATV): The Bailey Laboratory was founded by Dr. Tameka Bailey. Background: Dr. Bailey is from Gould, Arkansas, and attended the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff to complete her undergrad. Dr. Bailey then went on to get her PhD from the University of Arkansas, where she was recruited by the…
Native American Student Association teaches students about Native Heritage
By: Chandler Nichols FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV)- With November being National American Heritage Month, Culture, traditions, and language are all a part of the month-long celebrations. With this year’s theme focused on identity, respect and sovereignty, members were able to showcase their roots through different ways such as traditional dance and traditional sport. History Native American…
Free Thanksgiving for everyone
By: Emma Rasmussen FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV)- Several places are offering free Thanksgiving meals for anyone in need. Both Thrive Real Estate and the Salvation Army of Northwest Arkansas will both be having meals in Bentonville. Thrive will have a drive thru meal service from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m., and the Salvation Army will host…
“Goosebumps” author coming to Fayetteville.
By: Jolea Richardson FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – Renowned author R.L. Stine is coming to the Fayetteville Public Library. Director of FPL’s Marketing and Communications, Samantha Herrera, said she encourages people to attend. “This is going to be a fun event for Stine fans of all ages,” Herrera said. Following the presentation, Stine will be available to…
Homecoming takes the hill
By: Gabriella Phelan FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – Homecoming festivities are officially underway on the hill. The week, dedicated to celebrating the University and those who call it home, will take place from Oct. 18 until Oct. 21. A wide variety of events will happen across the campus; new traditions are expected to arise, while some…
Israel under attack impacting Northwest Arkansas
By: Katie Parker FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – A surprise attack on Southern Israel by the Palestinian group Hamas has rippled a wave of fear and concern all over the world, including Northwest Arkansas. “It’s terrifying,” Yael Even, University of Arkansas senior said. “Israel has always been a place that felt like home to me. It’s…
Fayetteville homicide suspect arrested
By: Katie Parker FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – A murder suspect has been arrested for the suspicious death located at the Sugar Tree Apartments. On September 30th, Fayetteville Police Department responded to a call that led to the discovery of the deceased 49-year-old Willie McAway found in unusual circumstances. Authorities recently revealed the victim appeared to…
Walking to commemorate National Indigenous Peoples Day
By: Katie Parker FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – The University of Arkansas celebrated Indigenous Peoples Day by hosting the 19th annual observance on October 9th. The day was honored with food and an open mic on the South Terrace of the Arkansas Union. “We would like to embrace that Indigenous people were already here for thousands…