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Tontitown landfill lawsuit moves forward
By : Nia Taylor FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – A class action lawsuit against the Eco-Vista Landfill is moving forward as residents raise concerns about persistent odors and their impact on nearby communities. The lawsuit centers on nuisance claims tied to odors coming from the landfill, which residents say have affected their quality of life for…
Changing climate affects local strawberry farm
By: Hope Durkee FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV)— Berry farmers in Northwest Arkansas have had to navigate extreme temperatures late this winter and into spring. This affects their crop production, harvest timeline and operation costs. William Reagan, of Reagan Family Farms, said the roller coaster of temperatures is something he’s never witnessed. “We’ve never seen 80 degree…
Betting against yourself: The risks behind the odds
By: Raegan Skarda FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – As of April 2026 sports betting apps became legal on mobile devices across Arkansas, giving users statewide access to popular platforms including FanDuel, DraftKings, and BetSaracen — all operating through licensed casinos. The expansion has led to sports betting becoming common among college students, raising concerns among experts…
President Trump swinging out of favor in political pendulum
By: Josh Droll FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — According to The Economist, President Donald Trump is at his lowest point in the polls since he first took office in 2016. The latest polls come as a reaction to events like the Iran War, the public feud with Pope Leo XIV, and rising prices domestically. However, the…
Arkansas drops series to Georgia after high-scoring finale
By: Jaxson Miller FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – The Arkansas Razorbacks fell short in a weekend series against the No. 5 Georgia Bulldogs, dropping two out of three games at Baum-Walker Stadium. Arkansas opened the series strong Thursday night with a 6-3 win. The Razorbacks jumped out early, scoring three runs in the first inning and…
Earth Day planting at the Ramble
By: Jaxson Miller FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – Dozens of volunteers gathered at the Lower Ramble on Monday evening to support local sustainability efforts as part of this year’s Earth Week. Around 30 volunteers worked together to plant 270 native plants along the pathway in just two hours. The effort focused on improving the natural environment…
Razorbacks fall short in series against No. 1 Oklahoma
By: Jaxson Miller NORMAN, Okla. (UATV) – The No. 6 Arkansas Razorbacks fell to No. 1 Oklahoma in a top-10 weekend series, dropping two of three games at Love’s Field. Arkansas came up just short in game one on Friday, falling 8-7 in a back-and-forth battle. The Razorbacks scored two runs in both the second…
University of Arkansas Libraries invites students to enter 3D printing contest
By: Sofia Galvan FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – The University of Arkansas Libraries are inviting undergraduates to show off their creativity and technical skills in a 3D printing contest during Undergraduate Research Week 2026. The Libraries’ AR Creation Studios is hosting this event, open to current undergraduate students wanting to submit original 3D designs for printing…
Clean energy initiative unveils solar farm
By: Sofia Galvan FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – The University of Arkansas will celebrate the launch of a landmark clean energy initiative on Earth Day, Wednesday, April 22. The celebration will unveil one of 20 solar power plants across the UA system. The event will start at 11 a.m. in West Fayetteville at the Cato Springs…
Arkansas Union Sustainability Team hosts forum
By: Sofia Galvan FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – The Arkansas Union Sustainability Team at the University of Arkansas hosts an Insight Forum every month to help students understand sustainability causes and environmental initiatives across Northwest Arkansas. During each session, a student from the Union Sustainability Team first presents data on the weight of recycling and composting…