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SEC Food Fight donation drive competition
By: Emma Manhire FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — The Jane B. Gearhart Food Circle Pantry launched its yearly SEC Food Fight donation drive. This friendly competition between all SEC schools is a great way to support local communities. The SEC Food Fight is one of the largest drives that Caroline Wilson, the Full Circle Food Drives…
Fayetteville Public Library at risk if Senate Bill is passed
By: Autumn Foltz FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — The Fayetteville Public Library and other Arkansas libraries are at risk of losing important resources and support if Senate Bill 536 is passed. This bill aims to eliminate the Arkansas State Library as well as the State Library Board. According to the Fayetteville Public Library, this bill also…
How students can mentally prepare for finals and the end of semester
By Autumn Foltz FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — The end of the spring 2025 semester is less than a month away, which also means finals are just around the corner. According to the National Library of Medicine, most students have an increase in mental distress before and during final exams. These times can be mentally challenging…
Crisis Brewery celebrates anniversary with expansions
By: Molly Tucker FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – What started as a midlife crisis turned into something much more meaningful. After some soul searching, Crisis Brewery was born- a place where craft beer, community and a love for good conversation take center stage. “What people like about Crisis is that it’s this tiny little tap room…
The Farmers Market returns to the Square for Spring Season
By: Molly Tucker FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – A favored staple of the Fayetteville community is returning to the square for the spring. Starting Saturday, April 5th, the Farmer’s Market will be back in action on the Downtown Square. “The Fayetteville Farmers Market gives me that constant in my business. I don’t have a storefront space…
Fayetteville small businesses get support at “Sundays on the Square”
By: Maddy Dean FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – On Sunday, March 30, the Fayetteville town square held its inaugural “Sundays on the Square” festival. The event was held in collaboration with Experience Fayetteville and the Downtown Fayetteville Coalition. “It’s just four hours of great music, local vendors, great food, art, and activities for kids,” said Sarah…
Razorback Men’s Basketball makes it to Sweet 16 in the Men’s NCAA Tournament
By: Maddy Dean FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – The Arkansas Razorbacks Men’s Basketball team, led by Coach John Calipari, advanced to the Sweet 16 during this year’s Men’s NCAA Tournament. The 10-seed Razorbacks began the tournament in the Round of 64 against the seven-seed University of Kansas. The game ended in an upset with the Razorbacks…
NWA under burn ban
By: Amber Mears FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — Washington County, the city of Fayetteville, and multiple other counties across Northwest Arkansas are currently under burn bans due to high wildfire risk. Benton country issued a second 24-hour burn ban on March 15, as weather conditions in the area have raised concerns about the potential for wildfires.…
UAPD’s spring break safety tips
By: Amber Mears FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — Spring break at the University of Arkansas begins March 24, and the University of Arkansas Police Department (UAPD) is encouraging students to take steps to ensure a safe and enjoyable time away from campus. Whether students are traveling far away or staying closer to home, following a few…
Maxines Tap Room celebrates its 75th anniversary
By: Katie Glanton FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — Maxine’s Tap Room is a staple in Fayetteville’s bar scene and this iconic bar is celebrating its 75th anniversary on March 18th. Maxine Miller opened this bar on March 18, 1950 when she borrowed money from her parents. This is especially historic as women were not allowed to…