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Arkansas has new voting laws
By: Jack Roach FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – The Arkansas Primary Election is underway and there are some new voting laws that may affect the communities voting process. These new laws don’t make any major changes to the already existing laws, but there are some new rules and regulations added. Valid government IDs are the focal…
A new research study points towards religion and spirituality as a remedy for major depressive disorder
By: Noah Alvidres FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – For many college students, online gaming is a regular part of daily life. A way to relax, socialize and escape the pressures of life. For student, Thomas Reynolds, gaming is a regular part of his week. “I try to get on a couple times a week. It is…
UAMS Receving $40 Million in Federal Funding
By Cameron Green FAYETTEVILLE Ark. (UATV) –The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is receiving $40 million in federal funding they announced on Feb. 9. The funding will be targeted toward infant and maternal mortality rates. Infant deaths are defined as deaths that happen within a year of birth according to the Center for Disease…
Razorback Stadium To Bring Post Malone To Campus
By: Josh Droll (FAYETTEVILLE, Ark.) — Arkansas Athletics is hoping to turn what is usually an empty Razorback Stadium this time of year into something new. In a partnership with Oak View Group, the stadium will host Post Malone and Jelly Roll during their stadium tour in July. Oak View is a global leader in…
A new research study points towards religion and spirituality as a remedy for Major Depressive Disorder
Neutral Site, Same Energy: Arkansas Fans Take Over Texas
By: Raegan Skarda FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — What was supposed to be a neutral-site tournament quickly turned into Baum-Walker South. From the moment the gates opened at Globe Life Field, it was a sea of red. Razorback fans from across Texas and Northwest Arkansas packed the stands as Arkansas baseball opened its 2026 season in…
Arkansas launches new program to improve traffic stops
By: Ellie Hagen FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – Arkansas has implemented the Blue and Green Envelope Program, which began in January, to improve effective communication and safety during traffic stops. Arkansans with autism, or who are mentally disabled, can carry a designated envelope that will hold their driver’s license, car registration, and proof of insurance. By…
Arkansas drops to 49th in health care
By: Nia Taylor FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — America’s Health Ranking has ranked Arkansas as 49th in the nation for healthcare, highlighting rural communities and the challenges they face. Many students come to the University of Arkansas from rural areas of the state where access to healthcare is limited. Students like Miranda Nelson say the difference from…
Arkansas allows blood type designation on IDs
By: Hope Durkee FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — A new Arkansas state law allows residents the option to include their blood type on their driver’s license or state identification card. The intention of the law is to be helpful in emergency situations by providing first responders with quick access to medical information. However, Arkansas currently does…
How a shipping container is feeding students on campus
By: Sofia Galvan FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – The pink and purple lights that glow inside a University of Arkansas shipping container may look a bit strange, but they are growing the lettuce students eat on campus. The campus freight farm uses red and blue lights, which appear pink and purple, to replicate the exact spectrum…