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Applications open for multiple ASG positions
By: Max Hoener FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – Applications for Associated Student Government’s Freshman Leadership Forum and Fall Senate Vacancy Elections opened early Friday morning. Freshman Leadership Forum is the branch of ASG dedicated to providing select freshmen an opportunity to engage in professional development to set them up for leadership positions both inside and outside…
Start of the week weather update (8/26/2024)
FAYETTEVILLE, ARK- Good day Northwest Arkansas! It’s a new week, but the weather for the time being continues to remain the same with hot and humid conditions continuing. For today (Monday) highs are expected in the lower to mid 90s in Northwest Arkansas, with dewpoints in the mid to upper 60s. Heat lasts but not…
End of the Week Weather Update (8/23/2024)
Fayetteville, ARK- After the last few pleasant days across the area, the heat and humidity look to make its return to Northwest Arkansas today, and should continue into the next several days. There will be a few lower coverage opportunities for showers and storms throughout the next week, with low chances for rain today in…
U of A student hit by a train
By: Emma Rasmussen FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV)- A student enrolled at the University of Arkansas was hit by a train and found dead on Friday, August 16th, according to Fayetteville Police. Twenty-year-old Colin Wilhoit, from Bentonville, was enrolled in the Walton College of Business according to Director of Media Relations and Core Communications John Thomas. According…
Tragic accident in Farmington leaves some residents seeking action
By: Gabriella Phelan FARMINGTON, Ark. (UATV) — In Farmington, a tragic accident that led to multiple deaths and injuries, has left a community in mourning. Reports say that Thursday, Apr. 18, a fatal collision took place at the intersection of Broyles and Wilson St., three were left dead as a result. According to a report…
Child abuse awareness month
By: Jolea Richardson BENTON COUNTY, Ark. (UATV) – April is Child Abuse Awareness Month. Child abuse is all forms of physical, mental, or sexual mistreatment of a child. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 64% of adults reported experiencing adverse childhood experiences (ACEs). In Benton County, 919 children reported child…
Fayetteville taking steps to be more eco-friendly
By: Collin Anderson FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – For Earth Day, Fayetteville is hosting events across the city to promote recycling and saving the planet. This began with a trail clean-up of the Razorback Greenway. The goal of the event was more than just spring cleaning, it was also to educate people about recycling and improve rates…
Food Allergies on Campus
By: Georgia Caroline Patterson FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – Dining halls on campus have made finding a meal harder for some students on campus. Some dietary restrictions on campus are not being met or are becoming hard to find with limited options. The University of Arkansas requires all students living on the campus to purchase a…
Local karate studio breaks boards and barriers
By: Collin Anderson FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – During the COVID-19 pandemic, many small businesses had to close their doors forever. This was nearly the case for the Northwest Arkansas Martial Arts Academy. But one former student thought this place was too special to shut down. New owner Michael Felix said the studio is more than a…
Flight safety during the eclipse
By: Georgia Caroline Patterson FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – Local airports across Arkansas spent years planning for the total solar eclipse. Many airports located in the path of totality are preparing for a possible influx of 200 or more airplanes. Viewers are traveling from around the world to areas in eclipse totality. Rural towns across Arkansas…