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Fayetteville Bar Celebrates 70th Anniversary in a Colorful Way
By: Ciara Schroeder FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – One bar in Fayetteville celebrates its 70th anniversary during the month of March. Maxine’s Tap Room, located in the square on Block Ave., started back in 1950 by Maxine Miller. The eclectic bar in Fayetteville is now owned by Hannah Withers and Ben Gitchel who took it over in…
100 Years of Celebration
It’s been 100 years since women had the right to vote but Congress and Arkansas General Assembly remains predominantly male. According to the Center for American Women and Politics at Rutgers University, women have taken advantage of their right to vote. In the 2016 election, just over 63% of women and 59% of men voted…
The U of A Celebrates Women’s Empowerment Week
By: Ciara Schroeder FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – The first week of March represents Women’s Empowerment week and the University of Arkansas has plans to celebrate. A Registered Student Organization, Students Advocating for Stronger Sisterhood, will help students learn and celebrate women’s empowerment. “Our organization is about promoting friendship and unity among women at the University of…
Big Businesses & Local Entrepreneurs Invest in Revitalization of Downtown Springdale
By Ashlyn Brothers SPRINGDALE, Ark. (UATV) — Rumors of revitalization have echoed inside the empty buildings that line Emma Avenue since the Downtown Springdale Alliance was first organized in the last decade. Many have described the initiative as a “hurry up and wait” process, but an investment from big businesses just might be the catalyst…
Meet Action For AR Presidential Candidate Katie Gardner
By Brice Helms UATV Reporter Brice Helms sat down with the Action For AR Presidential Candidate Katie Gardner to learn about her campaign initiatives and why she is a suitable candidate for the associated student government.
New Restaurant Opening Soon: What Advice Is Given To New Owners In Order To Stay In Business
By: Kendall Keylor FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Opening up a new restaurant on Dickson Street is not easy. There have been a few restaurants that have managed to stay in business for over 10 years. One of those restaurants is JJ’s Grill on Dickson. In order to stay in business, there are a couple of characteristics…
Early Voting for Arkansas Primary Enters Second Week
by David Cox FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Those looking to get ahead of long lines on Super Tuesday can take advantage by going to the polls early. Early voting has entered its second week in Washington County. Voters are required to have valid photo identification before they can cast a ballot. Casting a ballot early can…
City of Fayetteville Receives “A” Score for Climate Change
by David Cox FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – The city of Fayetteville received an “A” rating from the Carbon Disclosure Project for their climate and energy efforts. CDP scores cities around the globe in what they are currently doing to reduce emissions, what they plan to do in the future, and how well cities are keeping track…
Renovations Begin on Senior Walk
by David Cox FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Renovations to repair the first 50 years of Senior Walk began on Monday. According to a press release, multiple portions of the original Senior Walk are cracked and have been gradually deteriorating. It says replacing the sidewalk will address safety concerns. To replace the sidewalk, crews will have to…
Fayetteville Police Find, Identify Body in Lake Fayetteville
Photo Courtesy of Fayetteville Police Department By Michael Adkison FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — After days of searching, Northwest Arkansan emergency services recovered the body of a man in Lake Fayetteville. Springdale resident Robert Elmer was reported missing on February 10, according to Fayetteville Police Department. Patrol officers located Elmer’s car at Veterans Park near Lake…