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Fayetteville Public Library re-opens following expansion
By: Cayden Hartman FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — The Fayetteville Public Library re-opened its doors to readers Tuesday following the completion of an $26.9 million expansion. The expansion includes amenities such as an expansion to the children’s section, video and audio recording studios and a dance studio among others. The building remained closed since last year…
University prepares for COVID vaccine clinic as state moves into next phase
By: Michael Adkison FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — University of Arkansas faculty, staff, and graduate assistants can begin receiving COVID-19 vaccinations as early as January, 18, when the state of Arkansas moves into Phase 1-B of its vaccination process. Eligible university affiliates—particularly, employees who work on campus—began receiving email notifications of their eligibility on January 14.…
The new-look Houston Rockets
By: Ben Sawyers FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – In the wake of Wednesday’s trade of All-Star guard, James Harden, to the talented roster of the Brooklyn Nets, the Houston Rockets have had a massive turnover that leaves them in a choice between competing now, or building for the future. James Harden, despite years of Houston’s appeasement,…
Increase in Violent Crime in Fayetteville This Year
by David Cox FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Like many businesses and agencies in Arkansas, Sergeant Tony Murphy said the Fayetteville Police Department has had to change the way it operates due to COVID-19. “We’re wearing masks within the walls of the police department,” Sgt. Murphy said. “We’ve learned the protocol to use if someone is COVID…
Veterans’ Non-profit Heals Invisible Wounds with Goat Therapy
By: Jack Bilyeu WINSLOW, Ark.- More than eight million Americans struggle with post-traumatic stress disorder every year- many of them veterans. One Winslow man formed a non-profit to help vets in our area in their fight. “We are a non-profit organization dedicated to taking veterans and first responders on outdoor adventures,” Casey Brewster, founder of…
University of Arkansas Celebrates International Students This Week
By: Esther Gowin FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — The University of Arkansas hosts an annual celebration for international students throughout this week. International Education Week aims to provide resources about international learning and celebrates the University’s international students. Not only are the annual celebrations mostly virtual due to the current pandemic, but so are almost all of…
E-Scooter Ridership is Up During COVID-19
By: Jonathan Teal FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Veoride and Spin each have 500 scooters in the Fayetteville area. About 900 of them are put on the street for use everyday. The U of A’s Active Transportation Coordinator Ammen Jordan said during COVID, ridership has not gone down. “They’ve supplemented Razorback transit usage, so people aren’t necessarily…
Virtual RSO Involvement Fair
By: Lexy French FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Pre – Professional RSO Involvement Fair will take place virtually Thursday. The fair allows students to explore registered student organizations in their field of study. Students can access the event in their HogSync account. The Student Organization Outreach and Involvement Experience (SOOIE) involvement director, Chloe Bevenue, said many different…
Fayetteville Board of Health Announced New COVID-19 Guidelines
By: Lexy French FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Coronavirus cases continue to rise state, city, and campus-wide. Holiday gatherings may amplify the increase. The City of Fayetteville Board of Health announced, in a media release, new guidelines to help slow the rise of cases and keep the community safe while celebrating the holidays. The Board of Health…
Giving Back This Holiday Season
By: Lexy French FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – The holiday season is a time of giving and receiving. There are opportunities locally to give back to the community and those in need during the holidays. Local non – profits and organizations need contributions during the season. Giving back usually includes donating time, items, money, and food. Jane…