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Northwest Arkansas growth puts pressure on housing
By: Ellie Hagen FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV)— Nearly 40 people are moving to Northwest Arkansas each day, forcing the community to adapt to the rapid growth. As the region is expected to reach 1 million residents by 2050, the housing market is shifting to keep up with demand. Rising home prices alongside limited inventory has made…
Remittances and their challenges on the community
By: Sofia Galvan FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – A new federal tax on cash remittances took effect this year, targeting immigrant families who send part of their paychecks to relatives who had to stay home. According to the Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service, a 1% remittance transfer tax began on January 1st…
Tontitown landfill lawsuit moves forward
By : Nia Taylor FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – A class action lawsuit against the Eco-Vista Landfill is moving forward as residents raise concerns about persistent odors and their impact on nearby communities. The lawsuit centers on nuisance claims tied to odors coming from the landfill, which residents say have affected their quality of life for…
Changing climate affects local strawberry farm
By: Hope Durkee FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV)— Berry farmers in Northwest Arkansas have had to navigate extreme temperatures late this winter and into spring. This affects their crop production, harvest timeline and operation costs. William Reagan, of Reagan Family Farms, said the roller coaster of temperatures is something he’s never witnessed. “We’ve never seen 80 degree…
Betting against yourself: The risks behind the odds
By: Raegan Skarda FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – As of April 2026 sports betting apps became legal on mobile devices across Arkansas, giving users statewide access to popular platforms including FanDuel, DraftKings, and BetSaracen — all operating through licensed casinos. The expansion has led to sports betting becoming common among college students, raising concerns among experts…
Arkansas drops series to Georgia after high-scoring finale
By: Jaxson Miller FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – The Arkansas Razorbacks fell short in a weekend series against the No. 5 Georgia Bulldogs, dropping two out of three games at Baum-Walker Stadium. Arkansas opened the series strong Thursday night with a 6-3 win. The Razorbacks jumped out early, scoring three runs in the first inning and…
Earth Day planting at the Ramble
By: Jaxson Miller FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – Dozens of volunteers gathered at the Lower Ramble on Monday evening to support local sustainability efforts as part of this year’s Earth Week. Around 30 volunteers worked together to plant 270 native plants along the pathway in just two hours. The effort focused on improving the natural environment…
Fayetteville Hosts Earth Week Events
By: Cameron Green FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — Fayetteville is set to host events every day of the week from the 17th to the 25th of April in celebration of Earth Week. There will be multiple opportunities each day for individuals to participate in activities cleaning up around the area. Some of the events include community…
New Commercial Pilot Training School Announced
By: Cameron Green FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — The city of Fayetteville and the OSM Aviation Academy have announced a new commercial pilot training school. This comes after unanimous approval lease agreement from the Fayetteville city council in March. The program will potentially support up to 100 aircraft and produce 700 graduates annually. Operations will start…
2026 Amazing Tree of Fayetteville Named
By: Cameron Green FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — The 2026 Amazing Tree of Fayetteville has been selected. The tree chosen is a post oak that resides in Wilson Park and was voted on for its size and location by residents of Fayetteville. It is the 10th tree chosen for the event. The tree is located near…