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By: Mekenna Earnhart FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — The University of Arkansas’ Walton College of Business has earned national recognition several times for different achievements. The Walton College’s undergraduate supply chain program was ranked as the best in the country. Also, its MBA program was recognized as the 11th best for return on investment nationwide. This…
Former Washington County deputy arrested, charged with first degree murder
By: Gabriella Phelan FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – According to a release, Former Washington County Sheriff’s deputy Stevon Grindstaff was arrested on Mar. 11 by Arkansas State Police. He faces charges of first degree murder and aggravated assault. This arrest comes after his involvement in a shooting incident that took place on Dec. 3. Grindstaff attempted…
Super Tuesday: what does it mean?
By: Drew Chamberlain FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – Voters in Arkansas joined several other states in casting their ballots on Super Tuesday, a pivotal day in the U.S. presidential primary process. Across the nation, states vote on presidential primaries, local legislation, and other caucuses. According to UofA Advanced Instructor of Journalism, Gina Shelton, local voters are…
Newly crowned Miss University of Arkansas
By: Phoebe Harris FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – The 58th Miss University of Arkansas pageant was held Saturday, March 2, 2024. The judges crowned Lilliann Nunley, a sophomore at the University of Arkansas. Nunley is also a student athlete who runs track at the University of Arkansas and a member of the Chi Omega Psi…
Super Tuesday Voter Turnout
By: Phoebe Harris FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – Super Tuesday falls on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, and is traditionally one of the biggest days nationwide for primary elections and caucuses before the actual Election Day in November. On this day, over a third of all available delegates for both the Republican and the Democratic nominations are…
Local clinic teams up with university students for free healthcare
By: Mekenna Earnhart FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) —University of Arkansas pre-medical and pre-dental students are gaining hands-on experience in their career path while at the same time helping those in the community who need it most. Located at 1100 N. Woolsey Ave., the Welcome Health Center offers essential healthcare services both medical and dental at no…
University of Arkansas Greek Life awarded ‘Community of the Year’
By: Georgia Caroline Patterson FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – University of Arkansas Greek life was named ‘Community of the Year.” This honor was presented at the Southeastern Greek Leadership Association conference in Atlanta, Georgia. This annual conference recognizes fraternity and sorority communities for their accomplishments over the past year. Awards given to Greek organizations at the…
Large cicada population projected to emerge this spring
By: Georgia Caroline Patterson FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – University of Arkansas Entomologists say a large influx of two broods of cicadas will make a rare emergence. This appearance of cicadas is predicted to take place at the end of May and consists of two broods of periodic cicadas. The last time these two broods surfaced…
U.S. Supreme Court questions Florida and Texas social media laws
By: Georgia Caroline Patterson FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – The United States Supreme Court examined two cases on Monday that have the potential to change internet censorship. Both cases reviewed regarded what Americans can see on social media platforms such as Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube. Both Texas and Florida have laws regarding the regulation of how…
Fayetteville celebrates the season of Mardi Gras
By: Jessica Znidarsic FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — Fayetteville kicked off the beginning of the Mardi Gras season with its annual “Parade of Fools.” This parade featured many floats, live bands, and beads for those in attendance. The parade has been a part of the Fat Tuesday celebration in Fayetteville, marking Mardi Gras. The parade has…