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“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…
A bike ride on campus to encourage sustainability
By: Jenna Swope FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — The Office for Sustainability will host “Cruise to Campus” for the entire U of A community. The event takes place October 11th from eight to ten in the morning, and starts on the Old Main lawn. Caroline Cheek, a student devoted to sustainability, said, “the event is designed…
Fitober is underway through UREC fitness center
By: Jenna Swope FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — The University of Arkansas recreation kicked Fitober off last week at the start of the month. Fitober is a challenge that encourages people to log 600 minutes of physical activity for the month. Those who log all their minutes are able to receive a Chartwells gift card that…
ASG narrows down to top 12 king and queen candidates leading up to the Chancellor’s Ball
By: Jenna Swope FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — The University of Arkansas homecoming game is right around the corner and the campus is calling all the hogs home. The homecoming weekend includes activities, but one yearly tradition is the homecoming court. The Associated Student Government has narrowed down the court to twelve men and women who…
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…
Ted Hammig and the Campaign goes metro
By: Yael Even FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV)- A local rock and roll band, Ted Hammig and the Campaign is growing their fan-base as they prepare to play in Austin Oct. 16th, at “The Ballroom at Spiderhouse ”at 6:30p.m. “I’m actually excited to see the city,” said Ted Hammig, Lead Singer. “We’re there when Austin City Limits…
Forever Red brings back Spooky Boxes to campus
By: Yael Even FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV)- With Halloween around the corner, an on-campus student-run organization, SAKE is selling their annual Spooky Boxes. Through the Walton College of Business, students can join Students Acquiring Knowledge through Enterprise (SAKE) and learn what it means to run a business from the ground up. Sarah Ward, Commercialization Team Manager,…
Shooting near Washington Regional Medical Center
By: Maddi Phipps FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – Two individuals were shot in an employee parking lot near Washington Regional Medical Center on September 28 according to police. “The shooting did not actually occur at the hospital,” said Fayetteville Police Sgt. Anthony Murphy. According to police, the individuals drove themselves to the emergency room after sustaining…