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Fayetteville PD Announces New Police Chief
by Samson Tamijani FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Mike Reynolds has been named Chief of Police, Fayetteville Police Department announced Monday. Mayor Lioneld Jordan appointed Reynolds, who was already serving as interim chief, according to a press release from the mayor’s office. Jordan offered praise for Reynolds in the statement. “Mike has a great sense of empathy…
Plane Crash in Washington County Leaves One Dead
by Samson Tamijani PRAIRIE GROVE, Ark. — A small plane crash left one dead Monday evening, according to the Washington County Sheriff’s Office. The office’s Facebook page posted a news release Tuesday afternoon detailing the events of the crash. “On September 23, 2019 at 8:43 p.m. the Washington County Sheriff’s Office received a 9-1-1 call…
David Dickey’s 2019 Hall of Honor Induction
by Cortney Winston FAYETTEVILLE, ARK. – David Dickey is a former Razorback player who played in the 1960’s. He was inducted into the 2019 Hall of Honor during the Arkansas-Colorado State game. “After 50 something years to get that recognition is really awesome,” Dickey said. His grandson, Robert Stewart, attends the U of A, following…
GAS PRICES TO RISE WITHIN NEXT FEW DAYS
By Delaney Osbourn FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – The missile attacks on oil facilities in Saudi Arabia have left our country’s gas prices rising. Although, some professors at the university don’t seem to be worried about it. According to Professor of Economics Jeff Cooperstein, “The gas price increase is not very significant. I would not expect a…
HURRICANE RELIEF FUND LOOKING FOR ALL DONATIONS
By Delaney Osbourn FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – After the category 5 hurricane that devasted the Bahamas, students at the University are looking for ways that they can help. The Bahamian students on campus are hosting a drive through the end of the month to help raise funds and much needed supplies for their home country. Allison…
CAMPUS TO BECOME AS SUSTAINABLE AS POSSIBLE
By Delaney Osbourn FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Through the rise in global warming, our campus is trying to figure out ways to be mindful of our environment. Veo-ride was one idea that planned to make an impact and after it’s first year of service some say it has made a change in our environmental footprint. Veo-ride…
Chefs Compete in World Squirrel Cook-Off
By: Moe Ellis BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Chefs from all over the world traveled to Bentonville to compete in the World Squirrel Cook-Off. Dishes must include 80% squirrel meat but chefs could use creativity when deciding what to make. Squirrel jambalaya, squirrel curry on french fries, and fried squirrel sandwiches were crowd favorites of the event.…
Historic Building Making Way for Student Success Center
By Kelly Kim Miller FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — A brand new Student Success Center will replace the old School of Social Work building on campus. Last Thursday, a groundbreaking ceremony was held at the Silas Hunt Memorial to celebrate the Student Success Center project. Students and faculty surrounded the already packed tent to listen to speakers…
Student’s Tweets Raise Concern Over Campus ADA Standards
by Samson Tamijani FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — The beginning of the semester creates inconveniences for many around campus. Congestion, construction, and confusion in classes are just a few. But sophomore Kati McFarland had had enough. Looking for the fastest way to raise awareness, McFarland, who prefers they/them pronouns, tweeted pictures of their encounters with barriers unfriendly…
Dickson Street Vendor Promotes Safety
by Moe Ellis FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — After over a decade of service on the corner of Dickson Street and West, Yancey’s Dickson Street Dogs offer their location as a safe place. Owner Cody Yancey posted from the stand’s Facebook page saying he is always willing to help people on Dickson find a safe ride home.…