Ozarks at Large

On today's show, former engineer E. Joe Brown engineers stories about Oklahoma in his series, "A Cowboy's Destiny." Plus, Fort Smith sales tax collections increase, weekend plans and a "Dungeons and Dragons" movie review. Plus, the Alice L. Walton School of Medicine breaks ground, possible rezoning on Mount Sequoyah and more.

On today's show, examining the reasons behind Arkansas school districts switching school calendars. Also, Sylvia Poggioli, an NPR European correspondent, talks about her life and career. Plus, local music, the Northwest Arkansas Business Journal Report, news from the state legislature and the latest episode of "Sound Perimeter."

On today's show, Arkansas legislators introduced a bill proposing to decriminalize fentanyl test strips. Chris Jones, an advocate and co-founder of NWA Harm Reduction, said test strips are important to reduce harm. Also, the Northwest Arkansas Book Festival celebrates an indie bookstore boom. Plus, the Arkansas Association of Chiefs of Police oppose short-term rental bill, local music and more.

On today's show, death doula Alison Nail-Malone speaks about her experiences caring for individuals near the end of life. Also, a resolution making a firefighter incentive plan passes the Fayetteville City Council, KUAF staff makes food recommendations and sales tax collection increases in Northwest Arkansas. Plus, Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders supports a legislative package to fund a new prison and adopt stricter sentences for violent offenders.

On today's show, Jim Harter is a volunteer for FindAGrave.com and so far, he has captured at least 9,000 images. Also, Arkansas unemployment number dips, the Arkansas Department of Health reveals an infectious disease dashboard, the history of Bessie Moore and more.

On today's show, the importance of establishing a rapport before embarking on an intense theater experience. Plus, a true crime podcast with a goal of being more than salacious, tourism numbers in Arkansas continue to rise, and much more.

On today's show, the Arkansas Legislature advances bills to ban over-the-counter sales of Delta 8 and regulate CBC manufacturing and sales. Plus, a conversation on the state's national image from Talk Business and Politics, the latest episode of "Sound Perimeter," local music and a local news recap.

On today's show, talks continue of a possible affiliation deal between the University of Arkansas and the University of Phoenix. Also, a federal judge refuses to dismiss a lawsuit regarding ivermectin use at the Washington County Detention Center. Plus, an excerpt from the latest episode of "Resilient Black Women," secret clocks and more.

On today's show, Arkansas Sen. Bryan King, R-Green Forest, discusses the state budget, LEARNS Act and funding legislation. A federal judge grants Northwest Arkansas poultry companies and Oklahoma a 90-day extension to reach an agreement on a plan to clean the Illinois River Watershed. Also, the Cherokee Nation and AT&T's new cell tower provides service to 1,000 people in eastern Oklahoma. Plus, an excerpt from the latest episode of "I Am Northwest Arkansas," the Militant Grammarian and more.

On today's show, residents in the Upper Skull Creek area are seeing more water and earlier this month, they asked city officials about study recommending a stormwater fee at a forum. Also, the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is extending a grant-funded contraception program for low-income post-partum patients. Plus, Another Pryor Center Achieves on special assignments, and a daily news recap covering news ranging from a possible public safety overhaul to Harps Foods opening another store.

On today's show, drawings from children regarding their fears about deportation or being separated from their families are in the book, "Drawing Deportation: Art and Resistance Among Immigrant Children." Plus, a Van Buren Tyson Plant closure impacts about 900 jobs, and a pilot training center will open in Fort Smith. Also, a spring break event schedule, couple movie reviews from Courtney Lanning, a critic from the Arkansas Democrat Gazette, and more.

On today's show, Arkansas HB1537, a bill creating an online voter registration option, is tabled until a fiscal impact report is accessed. Also, the U.S. Air Force decided Fort Smith will be the home of the Foreign Military Sales program. Plus, a new Northwest Arkansas Business Journal Report, bells ring in Fayetteville for Mount Sequoyah's 100-year anniversary, patio music returns and more.

On today's show, a proposed wind energy facility in Carroll County, new knowledge that could help Arkansans with early-stage lung cancer, the global reach of rice, and much more.

On today's show, it's the Women's Foundation of Arkansas 25th anniversary and to celebrate, the foundation is sharing research and policy recommendations on a state tour. Also, a podcast excerpt of "I Am Northwest Arkansas" centers on Expedition Ozark, a 5-day adventure race in the Ozarks. "Six" and "To Kill a Mockingbird," are a couple shows coming up on the next Broadway season at the Walton Arts Center. Plus, music, updates from the Arkansas Legislature and more.

On today's show, Arkansas Hispanic and Marshallese Communities are more open to get a COVID-19 vaccine faith-based centers, according to a study from the University of Arkansas Medical Sciences. Randy Dixon's experience reporting on special projects ranging from tornado chasing and the Bosnian War. Plus, Arkansas lawmakers advance legislation to end Affirmative action in the state, residents voice concerns on stormwater on Fayetteville and more.

On today's show, mixed development in Fort Smith, construction on the Sebastian County Library building and Black Bison Coffee Company buys Sweet Bay Coffee Co. Plus, Arkansas legislators advance library bill and Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders signed the LEARNS bill into law. Also, weekend plans, highlights from the Community Spotlight and more.

On today's show, as parents plan for the cost of childcare, they also account for wait lists for certain care centers. Also, a bathroom bill advances in the Arkansas Legislature, and an effort to support the state's technical and skilled labor force beings in Rogers. Plus, a new episode of "Sound Perimeter," KUAF's staff makes recommendations and more.

On today's show, childcare for many families is difficult to find and websites like Winnie, has searchable databases for the public. Also, Marcus Bridgewater, also known as Garden Marcus, discusses nurturing minds and plants ahead of his guest lecture at the University of Arkansas. Plus, a new Ozark poetry book, Dylan Earl is set to release a new album, updates from the Arkansas Legislature, a Fayetteville insect find and more.

On today's show, critical observations of birds from amateur birders and scientists can be shared on eBird, a real-time database. Also, the Springdale-based entrepreneurship support organization, Conexión de Negocios Latinos, starts its Entre Latinas program tomorrow. Plus, a preview of the fall symposium, "Good Medicine," and more.

On today's show, gambling revenue increases in Arkansas after online sports betting was made legal this past year. Plus, looking back on Lum & Abner through the David and Barbara Pryor Center for Arkansas Oral and Visual History. Also, hundreds of students protested the Arkansas LEARNS bill on Friday, the latest news from the state legislature, a podcast exploring Northwest Arkansas and more.

On today's show, the creators of "Buried Bones," a true crime podcast, use modern investigative techniques. Plus, home sale figures, building permits and sales tax collections from Fort Smith. Also, redistricting in Bentonville, updates from the legislature, a review of "Creed III," what to expect from the Symphony of Northwest Arkansas' upcoming concert and more.

On today's show, "I Am a Work of ART" is a program with the goal of destigmatizing HIV/AIDS stigma and providing prevention services. Drummer Ulysses Owens Jr. speaks with Robert Ginsburg, Shades of Jazz host, before his performance at the Walton Arts Center. Also, a former patient of the Northwest Medical Center - Springdale Inpatient Behavioral Health Unit filed a complaint in the Washington County Circuit Court. Plus, news from the Northwest Arkansas Business Journal, a new episode of "Sound Perimeter" and more.

On today's episode, some Arkansans are traveling to Missouri for recreational marijuana and transporting purchases back across state lines remains a federal felony offense. Plus, investigative journalist Jerry Mitchell will speak about his book, "Race Against Time. The book follows his work that reopened cold murder cases of civil rights activists. Also, a panel discusses food insecurity in Northwest Arkansas in a new episode of KUAF's "Undisciplined." The latest on from the Arkansas Legislature, an upcoming discussion on no-knock warrants and more.

On today's show, proposed Senate Bill 206 would make local school board elections partisan elections. Also, the U.S. Marshalls Museum receives an $800,000 Division of Arkansas Heritage Cultural Institutions Trust Fund Grant, and a preview lecture at the University of Arkansas examines bad medicinal practices. Plus, Holy Anvil Recording Co. is producing a video series featuring local bands, the Rogers Short Film Festival is scheduled to return this Friday, more news from the Arkansas legislature and more.

On today's show, investment disparities in Arkansas are highlighted through the University of Arkansas' 2021 Capital Scan. Plus, the Razorback's indoor track and field success, achieves from the Pryor Center, Jandek is scheduled to perform this weekend and more.

On today's show, the Arkansas legislature passed an amended bill that will allow criminal charges to be pressed against public librarians and teachers who knowingly provide objectionable materials to teens and children. Plus, a conversation with Michael Tilley, a tribute to black cowboys, and a review of Cocaine Bear.

On today's show, the Thaden School is showing a new documentary, "You Have No Idea." The movie follows an Arkansas mother who becomes an advocate after her son is diagnosed with autism. Plus, Amos Cochran is set to perform with the Fort Smith Symphony String Quartet, and the Northwest Arkansas Business Journal focuses on the Natural State's tourism. Also, a Senate committee passes the Arkansas LEARNS bill, this weekend's local music menu and more.

On today's show, Arkansas Poison and Drug Information Center warns of an uptick in minor drug overdoses. Also, news from the legislature, local music and new book about Ozark folklorist Max Hunter.

On today's show, the HALO Hydrogen Hub competes for funding from U.S. Department of Energy's Regional Clean Hydrogen Hubs Program. Plus, the history of horse racing at Oaklawn and more.

On today's show, a record number of entries have been submitted to the Fort Smith International Film Festival. Plus, a new podcast, "Good Sport," aims to explore how sports reflect the human experience. Also, the Friday News Wrap, weekend events, a movie review and more.

On today's show, understanding storm water runoff in Northwest Arkansas. Plus, local music performances and conversation with the founding dean of the Alice L. Walton School of Medicine from the Northwest Arkansas Business Journal. Lawmakers advance a bill advanced legislation requiring public school students to use the bathroom of their gender assigned at birth. Also, guest Chef Kian Lam Kho discusses his journey of becoming a chef and Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders calls for Medicaid work requirements.

On today's show, the "Undisciplined" podcast recorded an episode on Black erasure live from the Squire Jehagan Outreach Center in Fayetteville. An Arkansas senate bill aims to prohibit local restrictions on short-term rentals. Plus, Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art sets up for its new exhibitions, the Black-Owned NWA Business Expo is scheduled for next week and more.

On today's show, Be Pro Be Proud is working toward getting more students in the trade labor fields amid labor shortage. Plus, Elliot West discusses his new book on how the West changed the nation. Also, the Alzheimer's Association Arkansas will be at the state capitol tomorrow advocate for laws connected to dementia care and more.

On today's show, Jacob Oliva explained, Arkansas Secretary of Education, some details in the Arkansas LEARNS, a plan Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders proposed. In response, state house Democrats introduced an education bill to raise teacher and school staff salaries. Plus, famous voices from the Pryor Center Archives, an audio postcard from the Lemke Project and more.

On today's show, finalists for the Arkansas Food Hall of Fame includes Hugo's of Fayetteville, DeVito's Restaurant in Harrison, The Ozark Cafe in Jasper and Skyline Cafe in Mena. Plus, Fort Smith might land a possible pilot training center, the week's guests on the Community Spotlight, Valentine's Day events, wrapping up the weeks news and more.

On today's show, Bentonville Schools will host a job recruitment fair and Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders revealed her education plan. Plus, the end of two national COVID-19 emergency declarations will end in May, and the Northwest Arkansas Business Journal brings the region's top business stories. Also, live local music shows this weekend and more.

On today's show, Hannibal B. Johnson will speak on racial massacres in Arkansas and Oklahoma at the Fort Smith Museum of History. Also, Northwest Arkansas business leaders provide updates on projects and programs at the Northwest Arkansas Council's Winter Meeting. Plus, Arkansan Ashley McBryde wins a Grammy, National Park Radio releases a new album and supporters of esports will be at the state capital tomorrow.

About 100 years ago, an armed mob attacked striking union railroad workers in Harrison. Ku Klux Klan members, city government officials and local business interests supported the outbreak anti-union violence. Arkansas historian Kenneth Barnes assembled the history of the railroad strike and attack for a new book. Also, the historic Garfield Elementary School is scheduled to close after the 2023-2024 school year. Plus, the Dallas Black Dance Theatre will perform at the Faulkner Performing Arts Center Thursday night, and more.

On today's show, Arkansans speak out in light of the state legislature's recently amended bill that would have classified drag shows as "adult entertainment." Plus, marching through the Razorback Band's history, author Colson Whitehead is scheduled to speak at the University of Arkansas Fort Smith and more.

On today's show, WNYC's On the Media and freelance reporter Katie Thornton created the podcast series "The Divided Dial" to understand how Salem Media Group impacted conservative politics. Plus, Arkansas' tour industry appears to be bouncing back, upcoming visual art events, winter weather's impact on blood donations, wrapping up the week's news and more.

On today's show, transgender youth resources continue to operate two years after Arkansas passed a bill banning gender-affirming care for trans youth. Also, an update on Woman-Run, a statewide initiative connecting the female entrepreneurs. Plus, a discussion on bail reform from the latest episode of "Undisciplined," local live music and more.

On today's show, Ozarks at Large's Daniel Caruth spoke with an activist and scholar about the word 'Latinx,' after Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders signed an executive order banning the term from state documents. Plus, Arkansas legislators wait for proposals needed to form the state budget. Also, the Fayetteville Mardi Gras Parade is scheduled for Feb. 18 following a two-year postponement, University of Arkansas professors write three winter book suggestions from Pastor Clint Schnekloth and more.

On today's show, examining the impact of school vouchers. Plus, the Rogers Public Library is set to host children's book authors and illustrators. Also, the Militant Grammarian brings a list of anti-autonyms and more.

On today's show, the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service will decide whether to terminate federal protections for giant ivory-billed woodpeckers. Also, John Jeter, music director and conductor for the Fort Smith Symphony, listens to the Florence Price album he helped create. Plus, tracing the manufacturer's Daisy BB Guns from its beginnings in Michigan to present day Northwest Arkansas, and more.

On today's show, HB1103 would create a universal newborn home heath program in Arkansas if the bill is signed into law. The local of jazz band Circle of Thirds perform a few songs, weekend plans, development in Fort Chaffee and more.

On today's show, Arkansas has the highest maternal mortality rate in the nation, and teen pregnancy and infant mortality are nearly the highest, according to Arkansas Center for Health Improvement (ACHI). The center's officials raised awareness this Monday for the state ranking last in maternal health. Also, $240 million of the $1.1 billion spent on the region’s Medicare enrollees’ healthcare were spent on services outside region in 2019, according to an analysis from ACHI. Plus, the Fort Smith Symphony prepares for a busy few weeks, the Northwest Arkansas Business Journal and an update of bills from the Arkansas Legislature.

On today's show, what is on Arkansas report card from the American Lung Association. Plus, about 100,000 Arkansans were without power this morning because of heavy snowfall. Also, "Kim's Convenience" opens this weekend at TheatreSquared, an excerpt from KUAF's RefleXions Music Series and more.

On today's show, two Fayetteville writers focus on the murder of Benjamin Burton, a prominent and beloved Rhode Island Black businessman in “A Gilded Age Tale of Murder and Madness.” JD Clayton, Fort Smith singer-songwriter is scheduled to release his debut album Long Way from Home this month. Plus, Roby Brock, editor-in-chief of Talk Business & Politics, and Rex Nelson, senior editor of the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, review the beginning weeks of the state legislative session. Plus, Arkansas Attorney General reveals his wishes for criminal justice reform and more.

On today's show, three newspaper employees bought Carroll County News from CherryRoad Media, a New Jersey publishing company. The employees also purchased the Lovely Citizen, Ozark Mountain Trader and other specialty publications in Eureka Springs. Randy Dixon, the director of news archives and media at the Pryor Center, explains the origins of FedEx. Plus, Canada's Royal Winnipeg Ballet hold auditions at the Walton Art Center, WelcomeHealth officials celebrates the 10-year anniversary of its building and more.

On today's show, funding for the Crawford County Library System is approved amidst a debate on banning LGBTQ books. Also, the Western Arkansas Intermodal Authority forms a committee to develop a five-year plan before finding a new director. Plus, the genesis of preppy clothes, a movie review of "When You're Finished Saving the World," eagle watching on Beaver Lake and more.