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Old Main, New Bells
The historic Old Main Building at the U of A has upgraded its carillon system. This bell rings every hour. The old system was used for twenty years and worked on cassette tapes. Now, everything is digital and more user friendly. The audio video manager for Fulbright College, Chris Clanton, said that there are only benefits…
Razorback Athletics Seeking Approval for Full Design of Stadium Renovation
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Razorback Athletics will seek approval from the University of Arkansas Board of Trustees this week to move forward with the full design and cost estimate for a Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium renovation, including an addition in the north end zone of the stadium. Approval will also be requested for the department…
Walton College Students to Compete in Kelley School of Business National Diversity Case Competition
The Office of Diversity and Inclusion at the Sam M. Walton College of Business, University of Arkansas, selected four students to compete in the Kelley School of Business National Diversity Case Competition taking place Jan. 15-16, 2016, at the Indiana University campus in Bloomington. Walton students Boston Woodworth, Tatiana Polydore, Byron Alley and Cordell Griffin…
Former Razorback Michael Qualls arrested on drug charges
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Former Razorback basketball player Michael Qualls was arrested on drug and speeding charges Wednesday morning. Qualls was stopped for speeding on I-49 in Fayetteville around 8 a.m. According to Arkansas State Police, during the traffic stop, the state trooper “detected an odor” and found marijuana inside his vehicle. Qualls, 21, was booked…
Search Continues for Country Singer Craig Strickland
KAY COUNTY, Okla. — The search for country singer Craig Strickland continues today in Oklahoma. Strickland, lead singer for Fayetteville based band Backroad Anthem, did not return from a duck hunting trip over the weekend. Crews found the body of his friend Chase Morland, 22, yesterday. In a tweet, Strickland’s wife Helen, former Miss Arkansas…
UPDATE: Gov. Hutchinson declares 9 additional counties as disaster areas; 21 total
Update: Tuesday, December 29 5:40 PM LITTLE ROCK – Governor Asa Hutchinson has issued disaster declarations for nine additional counties. These counties include: Baxter, Chicot, Crawford, Jackson, Jefferson, Little River, Mario, Montgomery and Sebastian. As damage assessments continue, additional counties may be added. Original Story: December 28 5:32 PM LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Governor Asa Hutchinson…
Rape Reported at Phi Delta Theta House
The University of Arkansas Police Department is investigating a report of acquaintance rape at the Phi Delta Theta House on campus. The alleged incident occurred Friday December 12. The report was filed last Friday December 18, one week later. According to UAPD, the “victim is considering her options.” In November, no charges were filed after…
La Perspectiva Latina 11-11-2015
The Diversity Committee in the Department of Journalism created La Perspectiva Latina, a Spanish TV show focusing on the issues impacting the large Hispanic community in Northwest Arkansas. Spanish speaking students from Mexico, Central America, and South America have come together to produce the program, which airs once a month on UATV. Check out this…
One Man Uses Pilot License to Help Those in Need
By: Reagan Barton and Alexandra Blacutt After several years of not having the time or resources to become a pilot, this man now has the time and money to help people in need by being an Angel Flight pilot. ”I saw it advertised one time and thought I could maybe help a little…
Rape Reported at Pi Kappa Alpha House
An acquaintance rape was reported early last Friday morning at the Pi Kappa Alpha House. According to the University of Arkansas Police Department, the reported incident happened around 1:45 a.m. The alleged victim is an 18 year-old female student and has asked that no criminal charges be filed. Although she has not filed charges, the case…