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…
By: Katy Kelly FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – An integral building at the University of Arkansas will undergo two large construction projects later this month. The Arkansas Union will have extensive renovations to enhance the student experience and maximize its space’s functionality. Those reconstructing the spaces aim to create more open, welcoming, and navigable areas. The…
By: Katy Kelly FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – The University of Arkansas celebrated International Women’s Day last Friday, March 8, with a series of events aimed at honoring the contributions of women from diverse backgrounds. The International Students and Scholars planned various events intended to promote empowerment and inclusivity. Graduate Assistant for the International Culture Team…
By: Katy Kelly FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – On Friday, March 8, the Associated Student Government (ASG) announced Mason Berres as the newly-elected president for the 2024-2025 academic year. Berres’ goals include providing resources to students, improving transportation, and increasing student body participation. Voting opened on Monday, March 6 at 9 a.m. and closed on Wednesday,…
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…
Two Republican candidates, Congressman Steve Womack and State Senator Clint Penzo, are vying to fill the seat representing the third congressional district in Arkansas. Sen. Penzo representing the 31st district looks to replace Congressman Womack with a more conservative approach. “52% of the time he votes with the republicans and 48% of the time he…
By: Phoebe Harris FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – Monday, March 4 kicked off the 2024 Associated Student Government General Election. This election is for Associated Student Government Executive Offices, and all seats in the Senate. All undergraduate students currently enrolled in University of Arkansas are eligible to vote in the General Election: ASG President, Vice President, Secretary,…
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…
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…
By: Cecilia Stanford FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – Eating Disorder Awareness Week takes place from February 26th to March 3rd. The U of A CAPS (Counseling and Psychological Services) department is raising awareness by hosting three different events on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday of this week. Cassidy Mansur, CAPS counselor and lead mental health clinician for…