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Annual loan exchange
By: Nia Taylor FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — At the beginning of the month, the University of Arkansas System launched a new benefit for its employees called the Annual Leave Exchange Program.. Employees in the University of Arkansas System can now exchange their paid time off to help pay off their student loans through the benefit.…
Aquatic center bond passes narrowly
By: Hope Durkee FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — The city of Fayetteville proposed nine bond issues on the ballot of the recent election. While all of them passed, Bond #8, which proposed the building of an aquatic center, provided the closest result—50.71% to 49.29%. The project will be funded through the city’s existing one-cent sales tax,…
Saint Thomas Aquinas Church completion
By Cameron Green FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – The Saint Thomas Aquinas University Parish is complete following multiple years of construction. The estimated cost for the church was nearly $15 million dollars according to their release. Fundraising began in 2021 and the previous church was decommissioned in 2023. The church now has many new amenities for…
Endometrosis Awareness Month
By: Sammi Montgomery FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — March not only celebrates Women’s History Month, but raises awareness for endometriosis. Endometriosis is a condition that is often misunderstood, even by patients who experience it. Awareness of the disease reduces stigma, educates the public about the seriousness of the disease, and supports research efforts. Endometriosis affects one…
The State of the City Address with Mayor Molly Rawn
By: Hannah Moore FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — On Tuesday, Feb. 10, the City of Fayetteville held The State of the City Address at the Town Center with Mayor Molly Rawn. Attendees could walk through the event space before the formal address began to get a closer look at specific project details and initiatives happening throughout…
Community members showcase they are not just an average running group
By: Kristin Kite FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – The mission of Achilles International is to transform the lives of people with disabilities through athletic programs and social connection by enabling people “with all types of disabilities to participate in mainstream athletics.” Since that first chapter was established, there have been 62 chapters started internationally including the…
E-scooters and safety on campus
By: Lauren Spencer FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – The University of Arkansas has two micro-mobility share programs, Spin and Veo, that provides electric scooters and bikes for people to use on campus and in the community. They introduced these vehicles on campus in 2019, and their popularity has grown ever since. “You can imagine you’re at…
Fayetteville’s Farmers’ Market Celebrates 50 Years
By: Kate Balser FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – The Fayetteville Farmers’ Market celebrated their 50th opening day over the weekend. The local farmers’ market has been a staple in the community since 1973, when a group of local farmers wanted to sell their products directly to consumers. Located in downtown Fayetteville, the market has grown to…
Fayetteville Mardi Gras parade gives back to local non-profit
By: Lauren Spencer FAYETTEVILLE. Ark. (UATV) – Fayetteville celebrated Mardi Gras a little early on Saturday Feb. 18. The Fayetteville Mardi Gras Parade returned after a brief hiatus due to the pandemic. This year was the parade’s 30th anniversary. The parade aims to introduce the concept of Mardi Gras as a local tradition in Northwest…
Fayetteville Mardi Gras parade gives back to local non-profit
By: Lauren Spencer FAYETTEVILLE. Ark. (UATV) – Fayetteville celebrated Mardi Gras a little early on Saturday Feb. 18. The Fayetteville Mardi Gras Parade returned after a brief hiatus due to the pandemic. This year was the parade’s 30th anniversary. The parade aims to introduce the concept of Mardi Gras as a local tradition in Northwest…