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A unique partnership to shrink the food gap, Arkansas State designs new way to help students
On today's show, The Ride United: Last Mile Delivery is a partnership between nonprofits and DoorDash. Also, Arkansas State University designs a new way to help students afford college. Plus, new episodes of Weekend Plans and Talk Business and Politics.
New technology enters classrooms, 50 years of engineering in Northwest Arkansas
On today's show, a new nationwide study is raising concerns about the use of technology in the classroom, particularly AI. Plus, new editions of The NWA Business Journal and Sound Perimeter.
Food deserts in Arkansas, "Llego Hoy"
On today's show, addressing the problems of food insecurity across Arkansas. Also, making a feature-length film on a small budget with "Llego Hoy." Plus, the Stigler Lecture Series in Anthropology and Archeology at the University of Arkansas is returning after a pandemic-created hiatus.
Improving Walker Park, compost delivery in Northwest Arkansas
On today's show, the City of Fayetteville asked the community for input on how to improve its largest community park. Plus, excerpts from Voices and Votes: Democracy in America and I Am Northwest Arkansas.
Preparing skilled workers for biomanufacturing jobs, a historic explosion
Today's show includes a federal grant that helps prepare skilled workers for biomanufacturing jobs across the state. Also, a trip down memory lane with the David and Barbara Pryor Center for Arkansas Oral and Visual History brings records of a missile silo explosion in Damascus.
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, local musicians come together for Bucket Brigade
On today's show, an art exhibit celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month. Also, the Fort Smith Symphony performs some new music outside this weekend. Plus, a trip back to the pumpkin patch.
Documentarians explore Arkansas accents, how Maureen Corrigan critiques books
On today's show, filmmakers explore accents across Arkansas and what they mean. Also, the NWA Business Journal dives into why certain areas experience economic success. Plus, Little Rock Public Radio has a conversation with Maureen Corrigan.
Examining the effects of SAG-AFTRA strike in Arkansas, grading public schools
On today's show, Ozarks At Large dives into the effects of a Hollywood writers' strike in the Natural State. Also, explaining what the Arkansas Department of Education's report card assessments mean for public schools. Plus, a new episode of Reflections in Black.
Reactions to the dissolution of DEI at UofA, dinosaurs as scientific conversation starters
On today's show, graduates and students provide insight into the discontinuation of DEI initiatives at the University of Arkansas. Plus, discussions covering dinosaurs and deep space.
Fostering the future of outdoor recreation, celebrating a Little Rock-native composer
On today's show, the University of Arkansas fosters the future of outdoor recreation with GORP. Also, Music City celebrates Natural State native Florence Price. Plus, The Pryor Center showcases its greatest bits of Arkansas history.
1000 Books Before Kindergarten, Falltoberfest
On today's show, the Bentonville Public Library kicks off 1000 Books Before Kindergarten. Plus, fall festivities return to Dickson Street with Downtown Fayetteville's Falltoberfest. Also, a movie review from Courtney Lanning.
Arkansas FOIA concern spans political spectrum, new Boys and Girls Club Innovation Labs
On today's show, what happens when a liberal attorney joins a Zoom call with a group of conservative politicians and voters. Also, new Cox-funded Innovation Labs in Boys and Girls Clubs in Fort Smith and Bentonville. Plus, a Sound Perimeter focusing on water’s influence on music.
Wetland restoration and embracing the Ozarks through comics
On today's episode we hear how a new Supreme Court ruling is impacting local waterways and wetland protection. We also hear from the organizers of a tech and gaming festival that will take over Bud Walton Arena early next month and hear from a local graphic artist about their latest collection of time-and-space-bending stories.
Wine, food and a good night's sleep
Today we take a look at wine production in Arkansas, hear about a Fayetteville student raising awareness around food allergies and get some tips for young people to develop better sleep habits.
The prize for setting big goals
On today's show, a group of stories around setting big goals: slowing down light, making a box-office hit, and earning some cool sneakers.
From working in a zoo to writing about animals
On today's show, the experiences working in a zoo that led Roland Smith to a career as a writer. Plus, Ashtyn Barbarie explains how experiences form her songs, and our Friday regulars with Michael Tilley and Becca Martin Brown.
Diving into FORMAT Festival
On today's show, taking a close look at FORMAT Festival's location change and artists lineup. Plus, the Central Arkansas Library System's Six Bridges Book Festival returns.
Helping reduce overdoses in Arkansas, "The Black Legacy Project"
On today's show, a new program across Arkansas to help reduce opioid overdoses. Also, The Black Legacy Project musically celebrates Black history. Plus, Northwest Arkansas brewers support nonprofits through "Ale-Truism."
New childcare center at UofA- Fort Smith, "100 Things to Do in Fayetteville... Before You Die"
On today's show, the University of Arkansas — Fort Smith bucks a recent trend of childcare center closures. Plus, exploring engineering wonders of the ancient world. Also, discussing a Fayetteville-centered bucket list.
An update on mass transit in NWA, exploring the Arkansas FOIA bill
On today's show, taking a look at public transportation's current situation and future in the region. Plus, an Arkansas true crime story from the Pryor Center. Also, Little Rock Public Radio explores how last week's special legislative session affected FOIA laws in the state.
FOIA changes, Annie Leibovitz and more
On today's show, Annie Leibovitz offers a tour of her work, Michael Tilley, executive editor of Talk Business & Politics, talks changes to Arkansas' Freedom of Information Act and more.
Landfill fires, making sorghum at Cane Hill
On today's show, residents of Tontitown are worried about the number of fires inside NWA's main landfill. Also, a trip through Ozark history at historic Cane Hill.
Rock climbing in the Natural State, Candy Lee
On today's show, local rock-climbing stakeholder Dennis Nelms brings the sport to the forefront of outdoor recreation. Plus, an excerpt from the BeLOVEd Community podcast. Also, Candy Lee discusses performing music for young audiences.
Transitioning back to paper ballots, "Skate the Seeker"
On today's show, examining how Arkansans vote in modern elections. Plus, Rogers teacher and novelist Jeff Ayers discusses the writing process behind his new book "Skate the Seeker". Also, Carnatic music with Vittal Ramamurthy.
Live, local music with Mobley and Sun Son
On today's show, Mobley discusses his music and his high-energy shows. Also, Sun Son kicks off the Arkansas Tiny Desk Concert series. Plus, Michael Tilley of Talk Business and Politics reviews this week's news.
A changing Fort Smith, exploring lullabies
On today's show, Fort Smith embraces its growing arts and culture scene. Plus, a Sound Perimeter focusing lullabies. Also, Dr. Joe Thompson talks the changing healthcare landscape.
LEARNS panel discussion, exploring Arkansas with Baratunde Thurston
On today's show, local politicians and leaders gathered last week in Fayetteville to spend time discussing the LEARNS Act. Also, the host of "America Outdoors with Baratunde Thurston" talks about his visit to Arkansas and how he prepares for the outdoors.
The inaugural quarterly review
Kyle and Matthew look back on some of the best stories from the past few months on Ozarks At Large.
Fostering belonging in NWA with Welcoming Week, 40 years of Arts Live
On today's show, Engage NWA hosts Welcoming Week at the Jones Center. Also, Arts Live has offered opportunities to young actors for 40 seasons.
A controversial Carroll County wind farm, Dazz and Brie
On today's show, Jacqueline Froelich discusses updates on a renewable energy farm in Carroll County. Plus, Dazz and Brie tell listeners about who inspires their music. Also, a major expansion for northwest Arkansas’ largest cancer-care provider.
Indigenous peoples return to the Buffalo River, 100 years of the Fort Smith Symphony
On today's show, the National Parks Service and the Cherokee Nation have been working towards an agreement to allow tribe members to use plants along the river and bring them back to the reservation. Plus, the Fort Smith Symphony celebrates its 100th anniversary.
Finding affordable housing in Northwest Arkansas, Anna Moss and The Nightshades
On today's show, NWA's need for more housing. Also, we hear from Anna Moss and The Nightshades. Plus, a new organization is helping families who are experiencing homelessness.
Master gardeners and Points of Departure season three
On today's show, a master gardener shares her experience working at the Washington County Fair. Also, a preview of a new season of Points of Departure.
Gravel roads and protected lands
On today's show, a 336-mile bicycle tour of Arkansas courtesy of the Arkansas Graveler. Plus, the origins and uncertain future of national monuments, Fort Smith updates from Michael Tilley of Talk Business & Politics, weekend plans with Becca Martin Brown, and much more.
New scholarship at Little Rock Central High and becoming a jazz vibraphonist
On today's show, a new scholarship at Little Rock Central High will honor the top students in the AP African American History course. Also, Nick Mancini closes out the Summer Jazz Concert Series.
An ancient Ozarkan homestead, the intricacies of violin, road trip moviemaking and more
On today's show, archeologists are busy digging up the remains of a homestead in Washington County from the Stone Age. Also, Brian Crowne is honored during live music with Divas on Fire at the Fayetteville Public Library.
New Innovation Center, infrastructure and human trafficking
On today's show, the Fayetteville Public Library opens a new innovation center, and the FBI is addressing misconceptions about the realities of human trafficking.
Rural bike safety, the rise of gravel cycling and more
On today's show, an education effort from the Runway Group and the Arkansas Farm Bureau highlights bicycle safety on rural roads. Plus, gravel cycling's recent rise in popularity and the unsafe road conditions forcing cyclists off the streets. Also, the Startup Crawl returns in September and how audio giant Klipsch got its start in Arkansas.
Study approved for Fort Smith stadium, schools offer AP African American Studies and more
On today's show, updates on enplanements at Fort Smith Regional Airport and a possible stadium coming to downtown.
Lessons from a food truck owner, why Arkansas rejects absentee ballots and food lockers
On today's show, Orlando Joven tells his journey from his hometown to owning Northwest Arkansas' first Colombian food truck. Also, looking into Arkansas election officials rejecting absentee ballots, new food lockers improve food pantry access and more from the Northwest Arkansas Business Journal.
NWA's Friendly Fridge network, becoming a sustainable runner and more
On today's show, how an idea from a magazine became a system of Friendly Fridges in Northwest Arkansas. Plus, a guide to becoming a sustainable runner, updates from the latest Illinois River Watershed stakeholders meeting and TheatreSquared's new season opens with a nefarious plan.
New law removing work permit for children under 16 takes effect
On today's show, a new Arkansas law removing the work permit requirement for 14- and 15-year-olds took effect earlier this month. Also, Arkansas Department of Education officials decided it would no longer recognize Advanced Placement African American History for course credit in the state. Plus, lessons from the Militant Grammarian and a new episode of I Am Northwest Arkansas.
More travelers at the Arkansas Passport Center, finding lost livestock and Cabbage Patch Kids
On today's show, the Arkansas Passport Center is attracting more travelers amid the passport backlog. Also, a new way to find lost livestock, Arkansas schools open doors as LEARNS changes take place and a brief history of fads from the David and Barbara Pryor Center for Arkansas Oral and Visual History.
Fort Smith water leaks, antique toys and university students move in
On today's show, the Rogers Historical Museum opens a large toy box with it 'Toys Well Played' exhibition. Also, Michael Tilley, executive editor of Talk Business & Politics, discusses sales tax, water leaks and the U.S. Marshals Museum. Plus, University of Arkansas students move in on campus, the PACT Act's application deadline is extended and more.
Conversation with WEM Hub grantee, Secretary of State John Thurston announces run for the state treasurer and more
On today's show, a grantee in the Women's Economic Mobility Hub speaks about her business and experience in the program. Plus, the Bentonville Public Library expansion is underway, local music and a conversation with current GOP presidential candidate and former Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson about his efforts to qualify for the first party debate.
Food workers stimulus, new park mural and updated Medicaid numbers
On today's show, farm and food workers are eligible for a $600 stimulus from qualifying organizations if they worked during the COVID-19 pandemic. Also, Walker Park's basketball court mural is revealed, DHS released updated Medicaid termination statistics and more.
Maintaining voter rolls, four poultry plants set to close and more
Every odd year, Arkansas' voter roll is combed through to correct and remove registered voters information. This year, hundreds of names are incorrectly marked as "inactive" on the list. Also on today's show, Tyson Foods announces the closing of four poultry plants. Plus, an interview with author Keith Vire about his new novel, “The Black Telecaster: A CrossRoads Story," and more.
Preserving historic places, expanding health services and Delta THC lawsuit
On today's show, Fayetteville adopts its first Heritage and Historic Perseveration Plan. Plus, the effort to place a ballot measure to repeal the LEARNS Act did not gather enough signatures, the CDC warns of a possible rise of COVID-19 cases and more.
Books, bok choy, trucks and Trout Fishing in America
On today's show, updates from ArcBest, weekend events and a movie review of "Meg 2: The Trench." Plus, a view inside the Bentonville Public Library's seed library and more new on The Outline.
Touring Roman sites, rising tax revenue and the legacy Maxine's Tap Room
To develop immersive tours of Roman ruins, a University of Arkansas research team photographed sites in Tunisia and Sicily over the summer. Also on today's show, a crowd-sourcing fundraiser inspired by Maxine Miller a broke record for the university's FundRAZOR platform. Plus, the state's hottest days of the year are here, local music and more.