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How COVID Impacted Transit and Parking
By Kensi Freeland FAYETTEVILLE, Ark.— Transit and Parking at The University of Arkansas has made some modifications to the way they usually do things. This is due to COVID-19, as well as other things. No longer sending out emails of when to vacate parking areas during gameday, is one of the more controversial changes. “Every…
Commission Votes to Scale Back Local Museum
By: Johnathan Wilson FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Last week, the Advertising and Promotion Commission for the City of Fayetteville voted 6-0 to cut back costs for the Clinton House Museum. This announcement was expected after the commission cut $1.3 million out of their yearly operating budget of $5.4 million due to COVID-19. Consequently, the budget for…
New Provost Receives Permanent Appointment Amid COVID Concerns
By: Sean Rhomberg FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — The University of Arkansas’ new provost is tasked with leading a university’s student body in the midst of a global pandemic. Recently, Charles Robinson was appointed the permanent Provost after being appointed to the role in the interim since July of this year. Robinson said it feels great to…
On Campus Dining Adjusts to Changing COVID Protocols
By: Sean Rhomberg FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — To maximize business, Chartwells and on-campus dining locations have had to change the way they operate when it comes to a student’s dining experience. Chartwells dining has changed operating hours to better fit reduced crowds as a result of many in-person classes moving online. “We have reduced hours just…
The Financial Impact of COVID-19 on College Football
By: Sean Rhomberg FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic could cause the nation’s top schools and football programs to lose substantial profits this season. For schools in the Southeastern Conference, a winning football program can mean millions in added revenue. It can also mean the difference between making a profit or losing money during…
Fayetteville Bars, Restaurants Get Creative While Adapting to COVID-19 Precautions
By: Heidi Kirk FAYETTEVILLE, Ark.— Maxine’s Taproom is one of many Fayetteville restaurants and bars that has been forced to get creative to accommodate COVID-19 precautions. Maxine’s joined Fayetteville’s Outdoor Refreshment Area this summer as an initial push toward implementing these changes. The refreshment area enables guests 21 years of age and older to carry…
Washington County Prepares for Early Voting in Arkansas
By: Heidi Kirk FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — The Washington County Election Commission voted Sept. 15 to approve the transformation of Bud Walton Arena into an early voting center this year. Any registered voter in Washington County can cast an early vote at the arena on the University of Arkansas campus. Votes can be cast from Oct.…
Changes Announced for UA Parking
By: Heidi Kirk FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — The UA Transit and Parking Department announced several changes for the semester Sept. 21. Transit and Parking officials reported that they will no longer send email notifications ahead of athletic events. In the past, these emails reminded motorists to remove vehicles from athletic event parking areas. Officials have developed…
Reevaluating the Fulbright Statue: An Inside Look
By: Jack Bilyeu FAYETTEVILLE, Ark.- New details have been shared about the committee that was formed in August to decide what to do about the controversial statue of former Arkansas Senator J. William Fulbright that stands outside Old Main. An online petition to remove the statue that was created a year ago gained traction over…
Unemployment Continues to Slowly Decrease
by David Cox FAYETTEVILLE, Ark – Unemployment in Northwest Arkansas continues to slowly decline in wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the unemployment rate for July 2020 stands at 5.7 percent, down from 6.4 percent in June. While the rate continues to decrease, it is almost doubled from…