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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…
The Pakistani Students Association host a Ramadan Iftar
By: Carlee Gilpin FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – The Pakistani Students Association and the Muslim Students Association hosted their annual Pakistani Iftar, an event marking the break of their fast. The event aimed to provide students with insight into Ramadan while offering a communal meal to break the fast. During the ninth month of the Islamic…
Local non-profit helps people start and grow a business
By: Eva Campbell FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – A non-profit in Northwest Arkansas is empowering entrepreneurs from all backgrounds. Located in Rogers, Entrepreneurship for All (E for All) is committed to fostering economic and social impact within the community. Through tailored programs, the organization aims to assist underrepresented individuals start and grow a business. E for All…
Alcohol safety on spring break
By: Cecilia Stanford FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – Spring break is coming up next week for University of Arkansas students, and with this break there are precautions that can be taken to stay safe. “Be smart, use common sense.” said UAPD Officer Ghesqiere. “Don’t overdrink if you’re going to make the decision to drink.” According to…