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Capitalism and Community Clash in Dirt Pit Debate
by Catherine McCarley FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – As subdivisions replace fields and forests in Washington County, dump trucks going to and from construction sites carry controversy in their beds. Red dirt is essential for developers to turn the Northwest Arkansas landscape into profitable ground, said Bob Daughtery, a realtor and vice chair of the Washington County…
A Day in the Fayetteville Fire Department
By Steven Erbacher FAYETTEVILLE, Ark.— There is no such thing as a dull day in firefighting. Each day is different, each day is unique. That is one reason why Captain Aubrey York of the Fayetteville Fire Department has stayed in this profession for 13 years now. “I found this trying to find my way in…
The Gift of Giving Made Easier Through Holiday Sales
By Ashlyn Grace Brothers People across the United States spent the day with their laptops open and their eyes peeled for the best digital deals. Black Friday took place the day after Thanksgiving, followed by Small Business Saturday. Shoppers had Sunday off but had their online shopping bags ready to score the best deals. The…
Arkansas Arts Play an Integral Role During the Holiday Season
By Ashlyn Grace Brothers Two local theaters host Christmas themed productions during the month of December. Josh Harpell, sophomore theatre major, said he believes the arts play an integral role during the holiday season. He said it serves as a reminder to feel genuine emotion and become rooted in the true spirit of the holidays.…
‘Tis the Season for Finals
By Ashlyn Grace Brothers Students and faculty prepare for finals as the 2019 fall semester comes to a close. The University of Arkansas has worked diligently with Pat Walker Health Center and various RSOs across campus to cultivate a helpful atmosphere for scholars who prepare for test week. December 2 marks the last full week…
New E-Scooters Sparks Safety Reassurance on Campus
By Khadn Adderley FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Electronic scooters made their way to Fayetteville, and then shortly made their way to the University of Arkansas. On November 9th, E-scooters could be rented around the city and on campus, where students and Fayetteville residents were able to unlock the scooters with an app on their phones. Spin…
Lights of the Ozarks Lighting Up Electricity Bills for the City of Fayetteville
By Delaney Osbourn FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – In the Northwest Arkansas area, Christmas lights are almost expected this time of year. But, for the city of Fayetteville, the Lights of the Ozarks brings an entire different outlook to brightening up the holidays. Gary Sager, Parks and Recreation Maintenance Supervisor, explained how this year over 500,000 bulbs…
Renovations At Mullins Means Destruction For Students Beforehand
By: Kendall Keylor FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Mullins Library hosted an “un-quiet” event at the library in celebration of saying farewell to the third and fourth floor of the building. Students who attended the event took advantage of the opportunity to create graffiti on the walls that will be torn down during the renovation. The event…
How to Travel Safe Over Thanksgiving Break
By: Kendall Keylor FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Many students will be traveling for Thanksgiving break this week. Some are traveling farther than others. In order to ensure safety among students, vehicle maintenance is important. Some students are unaware of what should be checked before traveling long distance. Allen Porter, Corporal at UAPD, explains that when looking…
No Food Goes to Waste With A Special Program on Campus
By: Kendall Keylor FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — The Razorback Food Recovery is a student-led Volunteer Action Center Signature Program that works to recover unused food and redistribute it to those in need within the Northwest Arkansas community. Since the program started in 2014, they have recovered over 190,000 pounds of food, which provided around 108,300 meals…