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Child abuse awareness month
By: Jolea Richardson BENTON COUNTY, Ark. (UATV) – April is Child Abuse Awareness Month. Child abuse is all forms of physical, mental, or sexual mistreatment of a child. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 64% of adults reported experiencing adverse childhood experiences (ACEs). In Benton County, 919 children reported child…
Balancing your sexuality in STEM
By: Mekenna Earnhart FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — Out in STEM, also known as OSTEM, is a registered student organization (RSO) for students who are part of the LGBTQ+ community and are STEM majors. STEM stands for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. According to one study, fewer than sixty-four percent of STEM students who identify as…
New program in Fayetteville brings healing to the unhoused
By: Gabriella Phelan FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – Being forced to heal in a tent is a situation that has been a harsh reality for many people experiencing homelessness. In Fayetteville, tents can be seen lining the Razorback Greenway, beneath bridges, and across wooded areas. However, a groundbreaking initiative has been launched in Fayetteville to assist…
Northwest Arkansas diaper bank aims to alleviate diaper need
By: Maddi Phipps SPRINGDALE, Ark. (UATV) – The Diaper Collective, a non-profit diaper bank, is entering its fourth year serving the Northwest Arkansas region. Across the nation, 1 in 2 families are in diaper need. The Diaper Collective serves 800 babies a month, totaling just over 5 percent of the in-need population across Washington, Benton…
Tulip farm raises money for neurodivergent adults
By: Carlee Gilpin FAYETTEVILLE, Ark (UATV)- A non-profit tulip farm is supporting and empowering neurodiverse adults this season. True Colors Farm in Bentonville ordered and planted 100,000 tulips from the Netherlands at their farm. This farm stands out from the rest because almost all of their employees are neurodivergent individuals. Their farm is owned…
Popular road cycling event postponed
By: Carlee Gilpin FAYETTEVILLE, Ark (UATV)- The annual Joe Martin Stage Race (JMSR), a popular road cycling event in Fayetteville, has been postponed until 2025. The event was canceled this year due to the rising costs of producing a multi-day stage race according to the race director. All Sports Productions host the JMSR and this…
Career fairs for all
By: Mekenna Earnhart FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) —The University of Arkansas frequently hosts career fairs, providing a platform for students to engage with various corporations and explore opportunities available to them. Students commonly believe that these career fairs are only to explore jobs available to them post-graduation, when in reality they serve as a way to…
One group of students is standing up against stereotypes
By: Mekenna Earnhart FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) —One of the Registered Student Organizations (RSOs) at the University of Arkansas focuses solely on raising awareness and offering resources for mental health issues. This organization is called the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), and it is dedicated to helping individuals who are facing mental health challenges. NAMI…
A class full of opportunities
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…