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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…
Arkansas Resident Tests Positive for Zika Virus
According to the Arkansas Department of Health, one Arkansas resident has tested positive for the Zika virus. This Center for Disease Control (CDC) confirmed this late yesterday. This individual recently traveled out of the country and had a mild case of Zika. Zika virus is a relatively new disease for the Western hemisphere. It first appeared…
Record Shooting Night Propels Razorbacks to Win
COLUMBIA, Mo. — To put it simply, that was the best shooting performance by an Arkansas men’s basketball team in SEC play. Ever. The Razorbacks shot 62.7 percent from the field – a program record in an SEC game – to defeat Missouri 94-61 at Mizzou Arena on Tuesday night. The 33-point victory was the…
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…
Law Professor Remembered as Dedicated Teacher, Trusted Adviser
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (Arkansas Newswire) — Albert Matthew Francis Witte, University of Arkansas professor emeritus, former NCAA president and World War II bombardier, died Wednesday, Dec. 23, at the age of 92. According to his son Rob, Witte died peacefully and was surrounded by family, friends and loved ones. A memorial service is scheduled for 2…
Arkansas State Police investigating officer involved shooting
ASHLEY COUNTY, Ark. — Arkansas State Police are investigating an officer involved shooting in Crossett on Thursday, December 31. According to an ASP report, officers were issuing a warrant for David Massey, Jr. when he fled in a vehicle toward a sheriff’s deputy. The deputy fired his pistol at the vehicle before being struck by…
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…