Ozarks at Large

On today's show, more questions about a proposed change to recycling in Fayetteville lead to more answers. Plus, a white supremacist group in northeast Arkansas may be in favor of the idea that “all press is good press. Also, a rundown of what to expect at Anvil Fest later this month.

A suspect in the double homicide case at Devil’s Den State Park has been arrested. Also, a film with a deep Arkansas connection is about to hit theaters, and the Writer and director, Tony Toast, talks about the movie. Plus, we learn more about the University of Fort Smith Center for Nonprofits.

Two new studies examine food insecurity in Arkansas from two very different angles. On today's show, we learn more about the UAMS-led work. Also, Tom Hapgood's first novel, “Lost Letters,” questions how much of an unknown past should remain unknown. Plus, a new art exhibition in Eureka Springs is proof that everything old is new again.

Using telehealth can help remove barriers for women seeking postpartum care who are struggling to get in-person care. On today's show, we learn how technology can help improve maternal outcomes.  Plus, we hear about the University of Arkansas' new muscadine varieties Mighty Fine and Altus and their Arkansas origin.  Also, this week’s list of music includes Danish rock, weekend jazz and Irish dance...

On today's show, we hear about a unique summer camp that inspires kids to travel to other worlds. Also, Little Rock Public Radio updates us about two town halls that took place on Saturday. Plus, a trip back into the Pryor Center archives to hear legendary political voices, including Wilbur Mills and Ted Kennedy.

People of all ages across the region came together as the city of Fort Smith hosted a parade celebrating two hometown heroes' NBA championship win. We bring you the story in today’s show. Plus, we investigate what it means to be an influencer on the local level. Also, the latest headlines from the River Valley with Michael Tilley from Talk Business and Politics.

On today's show, the Northwest Arkansas Children’s Shelter calls for more foster families to step up and help. Also, how a local coffee business leveraged relationships to go from a small roaster to a retail space on Walmart’s Home Office Campus. Plus, a new edition of the Northwest Arkansas Business Journal.

On today's show, we hear how the city of Fayetteville plans to revamp its recycling program. Plus, the discussions we can have when we have more information about residents without shelter. Also, our oceans are vast, deep and mysterious, and NPR's "Short Wave" has decided to dive in.

What's a day in the life of a minor league groundskeeper? On today's show, we head to Arvest Ballpark. Plus, going on the annual Great Arkansas Treasure Hunt with state auditor Dennis Milligan. Also, a round-up of the upcoming week of live music.

The first cohort of students at the Alice L. Walton School of Medicine begins their educational journey. On today's show, we take a tour of the new facilities. Plus, a roast and toast of then-governor Frank White. Plus, an interview with Squirrel Flower from a recent KUAF Live Session.

On today's show, we hear how the last nation on the planet to have a national soccer team is gearing up for its debut in northwest Arkansas. Plus, preparations for the Great Arkansas Firefly Hunt. Also, this week’s news in the River Valley with Michael Tilley from Talk Business and Politics.

On today's show, we hear how Brightwater: A Center for the Study of Food is making school lunches more nutritious and better for local farmers. We also prepare for a weekend of jazz music in Rhode Island. Plus, a new edition of the Northwest Arkansas Business Journal report.

On today's show, we learn how educators are addressing childhood trauma at an upcoming mental health symposium. We also speak with a man who has received a second chance and wants to extend that same opportunity to others. Plus, we remember the legacy of Pearl's Books founder, Leah Jordan.

There’s an award-winning pavilion in Fayetteville, and it’s not what you’d expect. We hear about the Centennial Park Pavilion on today's show. Plus, a conversation with the new interim chancellor for UAMS. And there's an art exhibit at Northwest Arkansas National Airport.

The Housing Crisis Task Force in Fayetteville has provided the city with recommendations and identified key focus areas. On today's show, we hear what’s next. Also, we go back to the Pryor Center Archives for a roasting of an Arkansas music legend. Plus, using saunas to help frogs fight infections.

On today's show, we learn more about a new website that prioritizes opioid recovery tools in the workplace. Also, how a bird's diet can affect its ability to tolerate infection. Plus, our weekly roundup with TB&P's Michael Tilley about the latest headlines from the River Valley.

Northwest Arkansas Community College is launching a new nursing program for practical nurses, a class of nurses that local facilities urgently need. Additionally, Al “Papa Rap” Lopez continues to play music. Plus, a community icon joins us.

On today's show, we hear that lawmakers and citizens are collaborating on the Autism Task Force in Arkansas. Plus, we take a tour of the Nelms Dyslexia Center. Also, we interviewed a longtime nonprofit leader who is retiring.

On today's show, we hear how the University of Arkansas donated nearly 40 tons of goods to local nonprofits. Plus, how to teach your son about fascism. Also, a rundown of the live music across the region.

On today's show, we replay a few of our favorite recent conversations and features, including an interview with journalist Chuck Todd, a feature on the founder of FedEx and an expansion of our musical boundaries with Sound Perimeter.

On today’s show, we commemorate the 50th anniversary of the fall of Saigon and the refugees who resettled at Fort Chaffee afterwards. Also, the lengthy history of conception. Plus, live music from Ashtyn Barbaree.

On today's show, we learn how centuries-old Ozark folk tunes inspire Jake Hertzog’s latest jazz, and the Jake Hertzog Trio performs in our Firmin-Garner Performance Studio. Plus, the whole-person approach at the Alice L. Walton School of Medicine.

On today's show, the US Senate has voted to approve President Trump’s budget bill, and we hear how it will impact SNAP benefits. Plus, sharing the stories of the food scene in northwest Arkansas. Also, big cats are on the prowl in Eureka Springs.

On today's show, a healthcare facility in Springdale is getting a new resident. Plus, how  a local comic book artist thinks of AI in his line of work a rundown of the live music happening this week and more.

On today's show, we hear from urban planners from near and far, who gathered earlier this month at the Congress for the New Urbanism. Also, we continue visiting the complex life of Robert Say Mcintosh. Plus, a brand new edition of Sound Perimeter.