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Ozarks at Large
A daily news magazine highlighting the people, places and events of Northwest Arkansas and the Arkansas River Valley.
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Conservation at Prairie Grove Battlefield — UAMS prepares emergency rooms for obstetric care
On today's show, a new conservation project is bringing the Illinois River Watershed Partnership to Prairie Grove Battlefield State Park, and UAMS is working…
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Impacts of political campaign financing — Figuring skating at the Jones Center
On today's show, thinking about the impact of campaign finance in Arkansas and beyond. Also, figure skating at the Jones Center during the 2026 Winter Olympics.
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Erasing medical debt — Competing in computer science
On today's show, we hear about a Fort Smith church partnering with a national nonprofit to erase more than $17 million in medical debt in Crawford and…
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Remembering The historic Southland College — Author Johnny Compton discusses new horror novel
On today's show, remembering Southland College, an Arkansas school that made history in the shadow of the Civil War. Pus, a conversation with author Johnny…
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Ozark teacher wins national award — Frost Fest '26
On today's show, we hear about a local junior high teacher who is the winner of a national educational award. Plus, a decade of Frost Fest. Plus, a brand new…
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New UA resolution shifts sources for athletic funding — Faith leaders gather for 'prayer gaurd'
On today's show, a new resolution by the University of Arkansas Board of Trustees means the school will begin feeding millions of dollars into its athletics…
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TheatreSquared's 'The Book Club Play' — FPL celebrates Florence Price
On today's show, we hear more about TheatreSquared’s current production "The Book Club Play", and a curated program at the Fayetteville Public Library…
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Washington County League of Women Voters hosts candidate forum — 'Naming Arkansas' comes to Pryor Center
On today's show, the League of Women Voters of Washington County is hosting a candidate forum later this month, and host of Little Rock Public Radio's segment…
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NWA Children's Shelter becomes Everhope — New state policy could stop books from getting to inmates
On today's show, a new policy that would prohibit inmates from receiving books directly is being considered in Arkansas, and Northwest Arkansas Children's…
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Arkansas sued for near-total abortion ban — NWA named best performing metro area in U.S.
On today's show, a lawsuit has been filed against the state of Arkansas for their near-total abortion ban, and northwest Arkansas has been named the best…
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Learning about Rosenwald Schools — Author Brandon Campbell discusses new children's book
On today's show, we hear about Rosenwald Schools, more than five-thousand schools for African-American children built in the South during 20th century…
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Conservation work at War Eagle Creek — Freckled Hen in Fayetteville closes its doors
On today's show, a restored stretch of War Eagle Creek shows how conservation work protects farms, habitat, and northwest Arkansas’ drinking water. Also on…
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'Build Fayettville's Future' advocates for city bond measures — A postcard from snowy Gulley Park
On today's show, a group out of Fayetteville is advocating for nine bond measures on the ballot this spring, plus sounds from a snowy Gulley Park in…
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Winter storm hits NWA — An intersection of finances, relationships with Leah Collins
On today's show, a much-discussed winter storm is ready to transform the weekend in northwest Arkansas, and a look into the show "Maxxed Out" on the Oprah…
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A ballot measure town hall in Fayetteville — Community yoga offers free exercise alternative
On today's show, civic engagement advocates are hosting a Ballot Measures town hall in Fayetteville, and we hear about the benefits of community yoga classes.
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First Finnish jet lands in Fort Smith — Arkansas Crisis Center creates service for teens
On today's show, University of Arkansas students voice disapproval with the decision to seek a different dean for the law school, and the Arkansas Crisis…
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State representative responds to UA law school dean controversy — 'Balance' explores new food pyramid
On today's show, a new edition of "Balance" featuring Erin Howie and Jamie Baum discussing new dietary guidelines from the federal government, and how changes…
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How taxes and voting are affected by postmarks — A museum for school integration
On today's show, what happens when a postmark no longer tracks mail? We also hear about the legacy of a northeast Arkansas school that integrated early.
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MLK Council prepares for holiday weekend — St. Louis-based Clementines comes to NWA
On today's show, the northwest Arkansas MLK Council prepares for the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday with a series of observations. We also hear about a St…
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Rethinking density with Urban3 — Harold Keller's 'PORTALS' opens at Alexander Gallery
On today's show, the new exhibition "Harold Keller: PORTALS" opens tonight at Alexander Gallery on West Avenue in Fayetteville. Also featured on today's…
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Beaver Watershed Alliance recognizes landowners — Abbey Pierce releases new album
On today's show, a United Methodist Church in Fayetteville is seeing some changes. Also featured on today's episode, the Beaver Watershed Alliance highlights…
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Visualizing downtown Fort Smith — Canopy NWA hosts immigrant-owned business exposition
In today's episode, the work continues for local organizations like Canopy NWA, operating to aid immigrants and refugees, and a new survey focuses on what…
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Fayetteville expands compost program — Springdale vigil remembers people killed by ICE
On today's show, dozens of people gathered for a vigil in Springdale on Friday night, remembering Renee Good and more than 30 people who have died in ICE…
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The fate of Tornado Town — Diversity in clinical research
In today's show, the art piece "Tornado Town" is looking for a new space after spending time touring the region, and 40 Arkansas students enrolling at UAMS…
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NWA Land Trust preservation at White River — The legacy of Andrew Kilgore
On today's show, the Northwest Arkansas Land Trust has protected more than 700 acres in southern Madison County near the White River. Also on today's episode…
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Amazeum celebrates expansion with topping-off ceremony — Special election results in Arkansas
On today's show, the Amazeum celebrates the finishing touches of their expansion with a traditional "topping-off" ceremony. Also featured on this episode…
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Arkansas High Country race in NWA — Waterwitch film series at Puritan Coffee
Today, the Arkansas High Country Race is back in northwest Arkansas, and a new film series by filmmaker Cole Borgstadt. Also on today's show, a new podcast…
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Human Library returns to Fayetteville — Autism Involves Me combats sensory overload
In today's show, the Human Library, a global initiative and assemblage of real people waiting for anybody to ask them questions about their experiences…
Ozarks at LargeMitigating cardiac distress during the holidays — A Pawliday Party with Best Friends
Today, we explore why heart attack deaths peak during the last week of December. We also learn how to enjoy the holiday season with pets ready for adoption…
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Fifty years with Tim Ernst — Ten Commandments on campus
On today's show, photographer and writer Tim Ernst marks 50 years of creative work in the Ozarks. Also on today's show, backlash from University of Arkansas…
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Washington County lawsuit over COVID-19 relief funds — Celebrating Hanukkah in NWA
In today's episode, a Fayetteville resident is suing the county over the use of federal COVID relief funding. Also, celebrating Hanukkah in NWA, and a…
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Arkansas public television splits with PBS — Holiday season shopping tips
On today's episode, statewide public television in Arkansas is parting ways with PBS. Plus, holiday jazz shopping recommendations from experts, and a new…
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Fayetteville Independent Restaurant Alliance surpasses records in direct aid — Remembering the legacy of Jim Blair
In today's episode, the Pryor Center honors life of long-time philanthropist Jim Blair. Also, the Fayetteville Independent Restaurant Alliance surpasses their…
Ozarks at LargeThe fight for a new Ramay Junior High continues — Exploring Ozarks mythology
On today's show, we hear an update on the public conversation about a site for the new Ramay Junior High in Fayetteville. We also dive into the history of…
Ozarks at LargeA funding crisis for women's programming — Fort Smith's new visitor center
On today's show, we hear how a shift in attitude for some toward DEI comes with challenges for programs placing a priority on women and girls to stay fully…
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Fifty million people in NWA by 2050 — Walton offers funds for Bentonville infrastructure
On today's show, a look into transportation infrastructure necessary to keep up with an expected population growth in northwest Arkansas. Also, the Alice L…
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Doctors react to CDC childhood vaccine recommendation rollback — Chronic student absenteeism in Arkansas
On today's show, A CDC advisory committee is rolling back recommendations on a safe and effective childhood vaccine, and pediatricians are concerned. Also, the…
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Touching artwork at Crystal Bridges — A panel discussion on public art
On today's show, a special exhibit at Crystal Bridges. Also, learning the steps to making public art, and a new episode of Sound Perimeter.
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Keeping Arkansas natural — Removing barriers for U.S. Pacific Island veterans
On today's show, a student-led initiative to Keep Arkansas natural, and a partnership to remove barriers and challenges for US Pacific Island veterans. Also, a…
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Efforts for new historic district in Fayetteville — Angela Autumn at George's Majestic Lounge
On today's show, we find out more about work to create the Oak Grove Historic District in Fayetteville. Also, a visit with Appalachian-born Angela Autumn…
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Changes to U.S. naturalization test — New features in Fayetteville public spaces
In today's show, updates to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services naturalization test - making it longer and more rigorous. Also, the inaugural La…
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President Barack Obama visits Crystal Bridges — Arkansas Crisis Center analyzes distress line calls, texts
On today's show, President Barack Obama helps launch Crystal Bridges’ new speaker series in Bentonville. Also, the Arkansas Crisis Center partners with the…
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Investment readiness in Oklahoma — Rogers schools gives back to single parents
On today's show, a new initiative to help smaller cities thrive will begin with work in two Oklahoma communities. Also, Rogers public school students gather to…
Ozarks at LargeCancer diagnoses in rural communities — 'The Greatest Wildlife Photographs'
On today's show, we’ll discuss a new study that finds rural cancer survivors in Arkansas are more likely to respond to surveys mailed or conducted over the…
Ozarks at LargeCave Springs' downtown vision — A concert celebrating Iranian culture
On today's show, we hear how city leaders in Cave Springs keep coming back to the same question: how do we grow without losing the qualities that made people…
Ozarks at LargeThe importance of local farming — The UK in NWA
On today's show, we discuss how local organizations in Arkansas are implementing unique solutions to support the state's vital farming economy. We also…
Ozarks at LargeCelebrating education reform at the UofA — Weighing AI's health advice
On today's show, we celebrate twenty years of impact from the Department of Education Reform at the University of Arkansas. We’ll also discuss the balance…
Ozarks at LargeAI in the classroom — Packaging Specialties' economic potential
On today's show, we learn that roughly 70% of teachers in Arkansas are using artificial intelligence to prepare their work. We also hear a conversation with…
Ozarks at LargeResearching silicon carbide at the UofA — The Clinton Presidential Library
On today's show, we learn about a new semiconductor fabrication facility at the University of Arkansas. We also hear about local sports. Plus, we remember how…
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Welcoming week in NWA — Ozarks native becomes Grammy nominee
On today's show, Artist Eugene Sargent unveils the nine-foot-tall “Tree of Communication”. Also, Ozark, Arkansas native Jesse Welles becomes a Grammy nominee…
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More Americans become primary caregivers — Arkansas Country Blues and Stringband Festival
On today's show, research shows more Americans are the primary caregiver for other adults. And the candidate filing period has closed in Arkansas, what can we…
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Special elections after Veteran's Day — National adoption month
On today's show, a handful of special elections are scheduled for next week across the state for things like city bond issues and school district property…
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Farmington school's electronic buses — Revisiting 1984 Hot Springs tragedy
On today's show, we hear about new, quieter, cleaner buses taking students to Farmington schools. Also, how live TV handled a mass shooting in Hot Springs four…
Ozarks at LargeCell tower controversy — 'Voices from Vietnam'
On today's show, we hear that the Fayetteville Public Library is hosting a photo exhibit and film screening commemorating the Vietnam War. We also learn that…
Ozarks at LargeNew research on Marshallese health conditions — Veterans day in Gentry
On today's show, we hear about new research from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences that could help explain why the Marshallese community faces…
Ozarks at LargeReacting to a limit on refugees — NWA Fashion Week's new leader
On today's show, we hear how a cap on refugees entering the U.S. is affecting local resettlement agency Canopy NWA. We also hear about a new leader and vision…
Ozarks at LargePilgrimage highlights homelessness crisis — A new leader for health improvement
On today's show, we hear about a 30-mile pilgrimage to raise awareness about the rise in homelessness in Northwest Arkansas. We also hear from the new…
Ozarks at Large'The American Revolution' from Ken Burns — Rogers Schools' new tech center
On today's show, we hear that the Faulkner Performing Arts Center is screening a new Ken Burns documentary at the University of Arkansas campus. We also hear…
Ozarks at LargeNWA Makers Market — Ozarkan Folk Magic
On today's show, Avanza Arkansas and the Community Creative Center are coming together to celebrate Dia De Muertos in support of the state’s ALICE families…
Ozarks at LargeChild poverty in Arkansas — An AWSOM opening
On today's show, we learn that child poverty in the U.S. has nearly tripled since 2021, and Arkansas’ rate is above the national average. Also, the grand…