FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — The 40/29 Get Ready Weather Team is reminding local residents that the station’s weather‑forecast resources have been refreshed with a nostalgic 1990s vibe. Viewers can now watch a short videocast that walks them through the new features and learn how to stay safe during severe weather.
What’s new
The updated forecast package includes a 7‑day outlook for Northwest Arkansas and the River Valley, an interactive radar map that lets users track storms in real time, and live skycams that show current conditions across the region. The station encourages viewers to explore these tools on its website at any time.
Meet the team
Chief Meteorologist Darby Bybee leads the team, joined by meteorologists Laura Huckabee, Drake Foley and Cole Makos. Together they produce daily forecasts, issue warnings for tornadoes, flash floods and severe thunderstorms, and provide guidance on how to prepare for inclement weather.
How to stay informed
Residents are urged to download the free 40/29 News app, which delivers personalized alerts based on a user’s location. The app also offers a “personalize” feature that lets users select the types of weather events they want to be notified about, ensuring they receive timely information that matters most to them.
Why the 90s theme?
The station chose a 1990s‑inspired presentation to tap into a sense of nostalgia while delivering modern, reliable weather data. The approach is meant to engage longtime viewers who remember the era’s iconic graphics and to attract younger audiences with a fresh, retro‑styled visual experience.
Community impact
Accurate, accessible weather information is vital for families, churches, schools and local businesses throughout Fayetteville and surrounding counties. By making forecasts easy to access on smartphones and computers, the 40/29 team helps the community prepare for severe weather, protect property and keep loved ones safe.
For the latest updates, follow 40/29 News on YouTube, where the station posts regular weather briefings and educational videos. The station also invites viewers to share feedback on the new features via its social‑media channels.
Original reporting: 40/29 / KHBS (NW Arkansas) — read the source article.
