Posted: Jul 29, 2020 / 06:03 PM CDTUpdated: Jul 29, 2020 / 06:03 PM CDTNORTHWEST ARKANSAS, () — Classes will be back in session at Northwest Arkansas Community College in less than a month but things will look a little different.Technology will play a bigger factor in the fall. For starters, more professors will be live streaming their lessons. Students will attend virtually in real-time and be able to participate in class discussions.Associate VP, for Students Services, Justin White said they have been working on ways to provide their students a safe but quality education during the...…Posted: Jul 29, 2020 / 06:03 PM CDTUpdated: Jul 29, 2020 / 06:03 PM CDTNORTHWEST ARKANSAS, () — Classes will be back in session at Northwest Arkansas Community College in less than a month but things will look a little different.Technology will play a bigger factor in the fall. For starters, more professors will be live streaming their lessons. Students will attend virtually in real-time and be able to participate in class discussions.Associate VP, for Students Services, Justin White said they have been working on ways to provide their students a safe but quality education during the...WW…

NORTHWEST ARKANSAS, (KNWA/KFTA) — People living in federally funded housing will no longer be protected from eviction if they cannot pay their rent as a moratorium is set to expire.There are local organizations helping those who are trying to keep a roof over their heads.The Economic Opportunity Agency of Washington County, also known as EOA received $285,000 to assist those struggling to pay their rent during this pandemic.With the federal moratorium on evictions gone, renters who can’t make ends meet risk being put out of their homes.Executive Director, Delia Anderson Farmer said in just...…NORTHWEST ARKANSAS, (KNWA/KFTA) — People living in federally funded housing will no longer be protected from eviction if they cannot pay their rent as a moratorium is set to expire.There are local organizations helping those who are trying to keep a roof over their heads.The Economic Opportunity Agency of Washington County, also known as EOA received $285,000 to assist those struggling to pay their rent during this pandemic.With the federal moratorium on evictions gone, renters who can’t make ends meet risk being put out of their homes.Executive Director, Delia Anderson Farmer said in just...WW…

Discarded masks and gloves creating a litter problemPosted: Jul 20, 2020 / 11:52 AM CDTUpdated: Jul 20, 2020 / 11:52 AM CDTFAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — If you have seen used masks or latex gloves left on the ground, ditched in a parking lot or on sidewalks, you’re not alone.Environmental Educator for the city of Fayetteville, Heather Ellzey tells us there is an increase in personal protection equipment litter. Some used gloves and masks are also being discarded in recycling bins.She said the masks and gloves are made of very thin material which will eventually break down into our...…Discarded masks and gloves creating a litter problemPosted: Jul 20, 2020 / 11:52 AM CDTUpdated: Jul 20, 2020 / 11:52 AM CDTFAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — If you have seen used masks or latex gloves left on the ground, ditched in a parking lot or on sidewalks, you’re not alone.Environmental Educator for the city of Fayetteville, Heather Ellzey tells us there is an increase in personal protection equipment litter. Some used gloves and masks are also being discarded in recycling bins.She said the masks and gloves are made of very thin material which will eventually break down into our...WW…

Posted: Jul 9, 2020 / 10:30 AM CDTUpdated: Jul 9, 2020 / 10:30 AM CDTFAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — More Arkansans are testing positive for the coronavirus, the majority don’t need to be hospitalized and recover at home.As you can imagine, testing positive for COVID-19 can bring about a number of emotions and anxiety. One local doctor said first you want to simply take a deep breath because the majority of people who get COVID-19 will be okay. There is a couple of things you should do. First, check-in with your doctor. You want to keep them updated on your condition throughout your...…Posted: Jul 9, 2020 / 10:30 AM CDTUpdated: Jul 9, 2020 / 10:30 AM CDTFAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — More Arkansans are testing positive for the coronavirus, the majority don’t need to be hospitalized and recover at home.As you can imagine, testing positive for COVID-19 can bring about a number of emotions and anxiety. One local doctor said first you want to simply take a deep breath because the majority of people who get COVID-19 will be okay. There is a couple of things you should do. First, check-in with your doctor. You want to keep them updated on your condition throughout your...WW…

Posted: Jun 24, 2020 / 08:56 PM CDTUpdated: Jun 24, 2020 / 08:56 PM CDTNORTHWEST ARKANSAS, (KNWA/KFTA) — A Rogers mom, who works in the poultry industry catches COVID-19 and it quickly spreads to her whole family. Her daughter nearly lost her life.“She had body aches, she had a fever and she felt like she couldn’t breathe,” said Jennifer Arevalo after her mother tested positive for COVID 19- late May.“My entire family tested positive. My little sister and my niece had no symptoms at all so that was good for them but my little brother he had a fever.”Jennifer was the only one not to catch...…Posted: Jun 24, 2020 / 08:56 PM CDTUpdated: Jun 24, 2020 / 08:56 PM CDTNORTHWEST ARKANSAS, (KNWA/KFTA) — A Rogers mom, who works in the poultry industry catches COVID-19 and it quickly spreads to her whole family. Her daughter nearly lost her life.“She had body aches, she had a fever and she felt like she couldn’t breathe,” said Jennifer Arevalo after her mother tested positive for COVID 19- late May.“My entire family tested positive. My little sister and my niece had no symptoms at all so that was good for them but my little brother he had a fever.”Jennifer was the only one not to catch...WW…