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Chancellor Robinson announces new scholarship for native Arkansan students
By: Katie Glanton FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – Last week the Arkansas newsletter hinted about a big announcement that will impact the state and generations of Arkansans. This morning at a reception, the announcement was made about the Land of Opportunity Scholarship. Famous alumnus and Arkansas native, Bobby Bones, hosted the event. Bobby Bones and Chancellor…
Alumni house gives students and faculty convenient option to vote
By: Max Hoener FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – The Janelle Y. Hembree Alumni House serves as one of Washington County’s early voting locations, giving students and faculty a location to vote on campus. Registered voters in Washington County are able to use this location October 29th and October 30th. The Alumni House aims to keep the…
24 Counties in Arkansas placed under extreme wildfire risk
By: Max Hoener FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – Washington County, along with 23 other counties in Arkansas, were placed under “extreme” wildfire risk by the Arkansas Forestry Division. The designation comes after Washington County has not seen any rainfall for over a month. The last day that Fayetteville received any precipitation was September 24, over one…
Hug-A-Highland boosts Siloam Springs with unique experience
By: Paige Edmund FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – The Siloam Springs website boasts that the city has about 700 small businesses within its city limits, and this is in part due to the roughly 4% growth in population yearly and job opportunity increase of 5.5%. Small businesses are said to be vital to this growth. As…
First-time voting & swing states: The heartbeat and crossroads of the 2024 election
By: Lauren Burgess FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – In the 2024 presidential election, swing states will play a crucial role in determining the outcome, but every state has an impact including Arkansas. Historically, Arkansas is a key battleground state that fluctuates in national voting trends. The political landscape is diverse with urban, city-like areas such as…
Water main break closes lanes on Razorback Road and Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard
By: Lauren Burgess FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – From Monday, October 28 to Friday, November 8, two lanes on the corner of Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard (MLK) and Razorback Road will be closed. On the night of October 19, there was a water main break at the intersection of MLK and Razorback. This left a…
University of Arkansas Out-of-State students navigate voting options for 2024 Election
By: Emerson Burris FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – As the 2024 election approaches, many University of Arkansas students who are from out of state are navigating how to cast their votes, whether through absentee ballots, returning home, or by establishing residency in Arkansas. For many, this will be their first opportunity to vote in a presidential…
Early voting underway in Arkansas with expanded locations
By: Will Raburn FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – Early voting has officially begun across Arkansas, providing voters with more convenience and opportunities to cast their ballots ahead of Election Day. Depending on the type of election, residents can take advantage of early voting either 7 or 15 days before the official election date, offering flexibility for…
First-generation student reflects on college experience
By: Konner Marsh FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – Kade Black is a business major from Little Rock, Arkansas who’s securing his legacy in his family. He is a first-generation student who began college two years ago, hoping to become the first person in his family to earn a college diploma. His family also grew up in…
A pet parent’s guide to Halloween
By: Konner Marsh FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – Halloween is fast approaching. With just 3 weeks left before the spookiest night of the year, it’s important to remember safety. One group that often gets overlooked during the holiday season is dogs. According to Nationwide Pet Insurance, veterinary practices see a 12% spike in calls and visits…