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New $100 billion deal set to impact NWA
By: Mac Demo FAYETTEVILLE, ARK. (UATV) – President Trump has agreed to a $100 billion deal with the hope of lowering the costs of everyday goods and creating jobs all over the country. The deal was made with multiple tech giants such as Intel, and TSMC and It will be used to construct new manufacturing…
National eating disorders awareness week
By: Zjeyoni Moore FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – National Eating Disorder Awareness Week aims to bring attention to a critical condition and often misunderstood health crisis affecting millions of Americans. According to National Eating Disorders Association, 9% of the U.S. population, or 28.8 million people, will experience an eating disorder in their lifetime. These disorders, which…
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…
UREC HPER construction
By: Tyler Arnold FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — The University of Arkansas UREC HPER Building is currently under construction for renovation. The renovation is a $24 million project that will add an additional 13,000 square feet to the fitness area, functional training areas, and windows in the fitness area. The renovation will also include new locker…
Associated Student Government general election
By: Tyler Arnold FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — Voting has begun for the Associated Student Government General Election. Student voting will be held on vote.uark.edu up until March 12 at 4 p.m. The election will determine the positions of president, vice president, secretary and treasurer. Voters will also be able to vote on senators from their…
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…
Ring week
By: Phillip Kent FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — At the University of Arkansas, a class ring symbolizes academic achievement, school pride, and a journey toward success. Balfour, a leader in class ring design, provides high-quality rings that reflect hard work, growth, and Razorback spirit. Balfour has created jewelry that resonates with students since 1913. For U-of-A…