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University libraries provide resources for Sexual Assault Awareness Month
By: Eva Campbell FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) As April kicks off, the University of Arkansas (U of A) is using its platform to shed some light on sexual assault awareness month. As a way to educate and engage the campus community, University Libraries curated a selection of digital materials and physical displays in Mullins Library. Kelsey…
ASG hosted CPR training and informational
By: Emma Rasmussen FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV)- The University of Arkansas’ Associated Student Government presented “Revive the Razorback”, an event dedicated to teaching students about CPR. In the Union, ASG provided those who joined CPR lessons and Chick-fil-A. The class started with a quick introduction to the importance of CPR, and then workers from the UREC,…
Solar eclipse palooza
By: Emma Rasmussen FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV)- A total solar eclipse will make its way through Arkansas on April 8th shadowing parts of the state in complete darkness for a few minutes in the afternoon. An eclipse occurs when the Moon aligns itself between the Earth and the Sun, effectively blocking sunlight to parts of Earth.…
Annual drag show back again, after Arkansas legislation prevented it last year
By: Emma Rasmussen FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV)- The Culture and Concepts Committee is bringing back one of its most popular events, its annual Drag Show. Last year, the Cultures and Concepts Committee was unable to host the show due to Arkansas Legislation passed at the beginning of 2023 that limited where drag performances can be held…
Northwest Arkansas is one of the fastest growing metros in America
By: Matthew Strickland FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV)- The NWA (Fayetteville-Rogers-Springdale metro) is the 18th fastest growing metros in the United States in 2023, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. The Northwest Arkansas metropolitan area increased in 2023 by 2.3%. Going from a population of 576,967 in 2022 to 590,337 in 2023. A population increase of 13,370…
Fayetteville ranked one of the top cities for bad allergies
By: Matthew Strickland FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV)- According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA), Fayetteville is ranked in the top 10 for worst cities with seasonal allergies. This report by the AAFA looked at many factors such as trees, grass, and weed pollen. Also, the number of board-certified allergists, and over-the-counter allergy medicine…
University of Arkansas Celebrates 153 year since founding
By: Matthew Strickland FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV)- On Wednesday, March 27th, the University of Arkansas will celebrate its founding as a university over 153 years ago. The celebration of the university’s founding will take place at the Arkansas Union. Chancellor Robinson and other university leaders will be there from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. This will…
Northwest Arkansas diaper bank aims to alleviate diaper need
By: Maddi Phipps SPRINGDALE, Ark. (UATV) – The Diaper Collective, a non-profit diaper bank, is entering its fourth year serving the Northwest Arkansas region. Across the nation, 1 in 2 families are in diaper need. The Diaper Collective serves 800 babies a month, totaling just over 5 percent of the in-need population across Washington, Benton…
Tulip farm raises money for neurodivergent adults
By: Carlee Gilpin FAYETTEVILLE, Ark (UATV)- A non-profit tulip farm is supporting and empowering neurodiverse adults this season. True Colors Farm in Bentonville ordered and planted 100,000 tulips from the Netherlands at their farm. This farm stands out from the rest because almost all of their employees are neurodivergent individuals. Their farm is owned…
Popular road cycling event postponed
By: Carlee Gilpin FAYETTEVILLE, Ark (UATV)- The annual Joe Martin Stage Race (JMSR), a popular road cycling event in Fayetteville, has been postponed until 2025. The event was canceled this year due to the rising costs of producing a multi-day stage race according to the race director. All Sports Productions host the JMSR and this…