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Bell to Bell bill has an early impact on a local school
By: Carson Hamilton FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV)—Beginning the 2025-2026 school year, cell phones will be banned in Arkansas public schools from the first bell to the last under a new bill signed by Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders. The “Bell-to-Bell” bill, part of the state’s broader initiative to prioritize student mental health, aims to limit screen time…
Arkansas baseball boosts revenue for local businesses
By: Autumn Foltz FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — Baseball season is underway! Baum-Walker Stadium in Fayetteville, Arkansas is filled with excitement with the University of Arkansas Razorbacks perfect record at home. After sweeping the University of Portland Pirates in a weekend matchup and beating the University of Central Arkansas Sugar Bears yesterday, the Razorbacks are currently…
Parking deck project at Fayetteville High School sparks environmental concerns
By: Belle Norton FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — The construction of a new parking deck at Fayetteville High School has raised concerns among residents and environmental advocates after the removal of several mature trees. The multi-level parking structure is part of the district’s long-term infrastructure plan to address a critical parking shortage. With 2,600 students and…
Zeta philanthropy ‘King of Pink’
By: Tyler Arnold FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — This week was the beginning of King of Pink, a philanthropy event held by the Zeta Tau Alpha chapter at the University of Arkansas. The event is held to help raise money for breast cancer awareness. King of Pink is ran by Zeta’s Vice President of Philanthropy and…
Arkansas Senate Bill 184
By: Phillip Kent FAYETTEVILLE, Ark (UATV) — The Arkansas Senate voted 23-8 on SB184, this bill will transfer authorities and powers of the Arkansas State Library Board and the Arkansas Educational Television Commission (AETC) to the Arkansas Department of Education. The bill also abolishes the AETC and the state library boards that oversee public libraries…
Federal policy changes could impact diversity, equity, and inclusion
By: Lauren Burgess FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – Recent possible changes at the federal level regarding diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs are drawing attention at the state level. An executive order from the current administration aimed to end DEI programs, with claims that the former administration used “illegal and immoral discrimination programs going by the…
Local organizations team up for free prom dress give away
By: Kloey Marlatt FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – Prom season is just around the corner, and for many high school students, it’s a night to remember. But for some families, the cost of a dress, shoes and accessories can be overwhelming. That’s why a collaboration of local organizations has stepped in to make sure every teen…
Local volleyball organization honors former player
By: Maddy Terril FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV)-The 19th annual Natalie Jones Memorial Tournament wrapped up on March 1 after two weekends of play. The tournament, hosted by Ozark Juniors Volleyball, honors the life of former player Natalie Jones who passed away from Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia (ALL) in 2006. “Natalie was an inspiration to a lot of…
Winter storm disrupts small businesses in Fayetteville
By: Gracie Tuohy FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV)– While temperatures have risen since the winter storm two weeks ago, many small businesses in Fayetteville are still feeling its effects. The snow and ice that covered Northwest Arkansas forced several local shops to close for multiple days, leading to financial setbacks for business owners who rely on…
How the NWA Black Expo helps grow local businesses like NW2D salon
By: Zjeyoni Moore FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — The 8th Annual Black Owned Business Expo, held Feb. 22 by Black Owned NWA at the Fayetteville Town Center, provided a platform for Black entrepreneurs to showcase their businesses, build connections, and engage with the community. Events like this help small businesses thrive by increasing visibility, attracting new…