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09/20/2025

On Tuesday, September 9, 2025, the Baum Gallery held its public reception for the new art exhibition, “Vital Signs: Symbiosis.”
“Vital Signs” is a solo retrospective piece created by Jessica Mongeon. She works for Arkansas Tech University as a tenured associate professor of foundations, drawing, and painting. She is also their head of foundations
The two exhibitions work together simultaneously. Trusty said that she wanted the two exhibitions to have a conversation, which is why she titled the group exhibition “Symbiosis.”

Story: Gaige Figueroa & Emily Wallace
Photo: Gaige Figueroa & Emily Wallace
Story is live at ucanews.live

09/14/2025

In the past decade, the Conjuring franchise has cemented itself as the go-to paranormal horror franchise.
With compelling performances from both Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga as the film’s lead. The audience is able to engage in the world through them as they give yet another solid performance in this franchise
The film has strong narrative moments carried by its familial theme, and with a compelling thesis of choosing to live and face the challenges of life to conquer evil, as opposed to running from it.

Story: Gaige Figueroa
Photo: Deadline, Screenrant, IMDB
Story is Live at UCAnews.live

09/11/2025

Little Rock tattoo artist Didi Vasquez builds community with their highly stylized tattoos. Vasquez (any/all pronouns) is a 21 year old tattoo artist working in Bebee, Arkansas. They’re currently an apprentice at Dolly Dagger Tattoo.
Vasquez is a multi-disclined artist. Besides tattooing, they run their own booths at art markets in Little Rock. They sell drawings, prints, and handmade key chains.
Asked what’s next for them, Vasquez reiterates their love for tattooing. “I definitely want to tattoo, always, since I’ve moved here… I finally got it so I’m going to stick with it until I get tired of it or my arm breaks.”

Story: Zoe Zolliecoffer
Photos: Zoe Zolliecoffer
Story Live at Ucanews.live

09/10/2025

Issue three is here and physical this week! Ranging from UCA’s finest filmmakers, to Taylor Swift engagement theories, and our new advice column!
Grab a copy and check out your interest today!
Photos: E entertainment, IMBD, Janie Gentry, and Braums ice cream and dairy stores

09/09/2025

Rap duo Joey Valence & Brae (JVB) released their third album, “HYPERYOUTH”. This newest record spans many genres and sounds, while keeping a consistent throughline in terms of intentionality.
For “HYPERYOUTH”, JVB takes influence from a plethora of sounds, ranging from 90s East Coast hip-hop to early 2000s indie electronica and modern electronic dance music.
For fans of JVB who are in their early mid-20s, this record will resonate with them. For everyone else, JVB shows significant promise as artists who will continue to innovate, as shown by their substantially complex production and vocals.

Story: Zoe Zollicoffer
Pictures: Genius.Com
Story is live on UcaNews.Live
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09/07/2025

It is concerning that the US men have managed no more than three gold medals per major international championship meet for the last three years. They only won one gold this year.
USA Swimming has not had a CEO for almost a year. The last CEO resigned after nine days due to a SafeSport complaint from her time coaching at the University of Michigan. The leadership in the organization is lacking, and that needs to be addressed.
Many of my former coaches do more unpaid work than I do. I do the work because I care about the team

Story: Meredith Lipsey
Photos: SwimSwam.com
Story Live at UcaNews.live

09/05/2025

Central Baptist Church hosted Conway Baptist Collegiate Ministry’s first service on Aug. 25 after being at Harlan Park Church for years.
Conway BCM is a Christian organization that gives college students a place to come together and get connected with churches and other Christians in the area.
That decision was to move to Central Baptist Church on Dave Ward Drive. Michael Treat, the college and young adults pastor, was crucial in the switch.
The sermon series for this semester is named The Answer. This sermon aims to share the life of Jesus Christ in a way that college students can understand and relate to.
Guinee said he is thankful for the campuses in Conway.

Story: Rodney Rodgers
Photos: conwaybmc.com
Full Story Online: Ucanews.live

09/04/2025

From fish lures and Halloween frights to magic 8 balls and star-like gems, local nail stylist Marli Smith has spent the last year honing her favorite designs.

Smith described her first set of nails as a “grungy, black and chrome” design. Although she still uses chrome in some of her creations, Smith has now created a wide variety of styles and tones in her work, having made around a dozen different designs.

“It still looks so hand drawn, but I hope it gets crisper and I can do more intricate designs,” she said.

Story: Gabe White
Photos: Marli Smith
Full story: UCAEcho

09/03/2025

Our Second Issue of the semester is online this year! Need some building updates on Burdick Hall? What about like-minded ‘Peacemaker’ fans, or info about Silent Disco? This could just be the issue for you! 🧑‍💻

Photo Credit: UCAECHO, The Guardian, and UCA Athletics

09/01/2025

From signature style drinks to a monthly celebration of vintage finds, local coffee shop Demure Coffee ties in flavor, flair, and style into a community-building event known as Demure Market.

Owners JT and Christa Clifton strive to provide excellence by teaming up with other local organizations as a way to give back to their community, and Demure Market does just that.

Whether shoppers are there for the coffee, the clothing, the food, or just the vibes, there’s a little bit of something for everyone.

Story: Harper Phillips
Pictures: demurecoffee on Instagram & Demurecoffee.com
Read the full story online: Ucanews.live

08/29/2025

The Sims 4 has these forms scattered across different packs over 10 years of DLC. Today, I will be ranking them so you know which one to spend your money on.

With drastically different needs than normal Sims, vampires introduced a new way of playing, having to rely on your ability to get Sims ‘plasma’ (a quirky way of sucking blood).

Upon loading my game, I was met with a small world with semi-dull prospects and plain gameplay

Photo: Sims Official Website
Story: Calee Goble
Read the full story online- Ucanews.live

08/28/2025

Students from all of UCA’s freshman residence halls put on their team colors and brought spirit to the recreation fields with hopes of winning the coveted Battle of the Halls trophy Aug. 19.

Carmichael Hall once again came out on top, once again proving their prowess in the sprint-based events.

“My favorite part [of Welcome Week] might have to be meeting new people,” Pham said. “I’m looking forward to meeting more new people this year.”

Photo: Meredith Lipsey
Story: Meredith Lipsey
Read the full story online- Ucanews.live

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