Ozarks at Large

Recent shifts in immigration policy are creating some concern for parents of adopted children. On today's show, Ozarks at Large’s Daniel Caruth talks with parents and an adoption attorney. Also, we learn the growing importance of outdoor recreation for Arkansas’ economy. Plus, a rare bird is generating excitement in Carroll County.

Lawmakers at the State Capitol are gathering momentum. On today's show, Josie Lenora, the politics and government reporter for Little Rock Public Radio, helps us digest the latest from the General Assembly. We’ll also track the life of former Arkansas Governor Jim Guy Tucker, who died this month. Plus, Lia Uribe embraces France in her latest installment of Sound Perimeter.

We’re still feeling winter, but Ozark-grown fresh produce is very much part of this time of year. On today's show, we take a trip to Spring Creek Hub in Springdale. We also look forward to warmer weather and the 2nd annual Darby Challenge in Fort Smith. Plus, Michael Tilley from Talk Business and Politics looks back at last week and more.

On today's show, we hear how local organizations are reckoning with the Trump Administration’s approach to LGBTQ+ civil rights. Plus, Fort Smith native and University of Arkansas graduate G. T. Karber explains how he combines murder and logic in his internationally best-selling "Murdle" books.

A new tool is designed to give health providers and insurers a deeper look at mental health in Arkansas. On today's show, we hear that the Arkansas Center for Health Improvement has a new Arkansas Acute Behavioral Events Dashboard. Also, a winter storm has area meteorologists working overtime, including Walmart’s in-house meteorologist. Plus, water resource groups are thinking about drinking water...

A newly formed organization in northwest Arkansas wants to keep immigrants in the region informed. On today’s Ozarks at Large, Sophia Nourani talks with organizers of the Alliance for Immigrant Respect and Education. Also, the Black-Owned Northwest Arkansas Business Expo is back again and more extensive this time. Plus, a new book from the University of Arkansas Press explores Asian-American ident...

The Arkansas Legislature is hitting high gear. On today's show, Josie Lenora, politics and government reporter for Little Rock Public Radio, gives us the latest from the Capitol. We’ll also spend time with Pryor Center archives surveying the career of Arkansas-born Billy Bob Thornton.

Happy Valentine’s Day! It is National Heart Month, and on today's show, we hear there are efforts to make sure rural residents have more opportunities to take care of their coronary health. Plus, a big award for the Fort Smith Symphony, another Captain America movie and a pinball mecca on the outskirts of Rogers.

The City of Fayetteville is reaffirming its status as a welcoming city. On today's show, we hear why the city council took the move and what it means. Also, the intersection of magic and Black history. Plus, how the Beaver Water District is safeguarding northwest Arkansas’ drinking water.

There isn’t a PhD program in environmental health sciences in Arkansas right now, but there will be one soon. On today's show, we hear about UAMS' plans to start an environmental health sciences doctoral program this fall. Also, Bentonville Public Schools is developing guidelines about AI. Plus, we get the history of Rogers all in one place.

The Arkansas Crisis Center is now offering a text-to-chat helpline. On today's show, reporter Daniel Caruth provides more details about the new initiative. Also, we learn more about Mexico with the University of Arkansas Honors College. Plus, Ozarks at Large’s Sophia Nourani talks with songwriter, singer and musician Ashton Byrd.

The Arkansas Legislature moves into a fifth week of the 95th General Assembly today. On today's show, we review last week at the Capitol with Josie Lenora from Little Rock Public Radio. Also, Ozarks at Large host Kyle Kellams speaks with the director of public policy at the Alzheimer's Association in Arkansas about efforts to obtain more support for Arkansans living with dementia and their caregiv...

Work shouldn’t be unhealthy, but how can we make sure our job doesn’t hurt us? On today's show, our series about health, nutrition and a balanced life examines workplace health. Plus, we spend a few minutes with Sonia De Los Santos and ask her about her musical career that has stretched across North America.

Legally present citizens of the Republic of the Marshall Islands in northwest Arkansas are paying close attention to the Trump Administration’s executive orders. On today's show, reporter Jacqueline Froelich provides more details. Plus, the long history and uncertain future of earthquakes in Arkansas. Also, do podcasts need videos? Dan Craft says yes.

One of Arkansas’ largest cities is considering the livelihood of unhoused residents. On today's show, Ozarks at Large's Jack Travis reports on an ordinance that sought to restrict camping on public property in Fort Smith. We’ll also hear about confusion for VA employees from reporter Daniel Caruth. Plus, we trace the history of science through solar and lunar eclipses.

Fluoride has been in Arkansas’ drinking water for decades, but there is legislation in Little Rock that could change that. On today's show, our reporter, Jack Travis, considers the past and possible future of fluoride in Arkansas. We’ll also talk food with the creative culinary minds behind the Rabbit Hole restaurant popups. Plus, we learn more about a one-night tribute to one of pop music’s endur...

Legislators are returning to the Arkansas State Capitol for the fourth week. On today's show, we look back at the 95th Arkansas General Assembly the previous week and look ahead to the next. We also talk with Renee Montagne about her 40 years at NPR ahead of her retirement. Plus, the Pryor Center takes us back to Arkansan Julia Butterfly Hill’s high-profile protest.

A renewed effort to ignite civic discussion and engagement is underway. On today's show, we hear about Last night’s listening session on the University of Arkansas campus. Also, a new northwest Arkansas voice of guidance is listening to your questions, and we have some inquiries for her. Plus, the news with Michael Tilley, the happenings with April Wallace and the movies with Courtney Lanning.

A conference in Fayetteville today will focus on better understanding schizophrenia. On today's show, we host a conversation about expanding our collective understanding of psychosis and schizophrenia. Reporter Sophia Nourani also visits the newly revamped Multicultural Center at the University of Arkansas. Plus, we note the Year of the Snake as the Lunar New Year arrives.

A new presidential administration means changes for Canopy NWA, a non-profit refugee settlement organization. On today's show, we hear how they're reassessing resettlement. Also, our host, Kyle Kellams, discusses a new report about dynamic metro areas with Heartland Forward. Plus, merging the natural world with music, a beloved bird-watching spot will rise from the ashes and more.

A new survey of what people here now think about getting from Point A to Point B can help guide planning for the region’s future. On today's show, we hear about the present and future of transportation. Also, Ozarks at Large's Jack Travis reports a new program aims to help entrepreneurs in the cycling industry. Plus, we consider how money is changing collegiate sports.

Security and happiness can be related, but are the two traits synonymous? On today's show, we hear how the Pulitzer Prize-winning “Primary Trust” from TheatreSquared examines our comfort zones. Also, reporter Daniel Caruth spoke with a global studies professor about the film "Always Remember Your Name" ahead of International Holocaust Day of Remembrance. Plus, Michael Tilley will help us look back...

Fayetteville is outlining priorities for arts and culture in the city. On today's show, we hear more about an arts and culture plan Fayetteville is adopting. Also today, the state of the state’s economy. Plus, Nancy Hartney discusses her new novel “The Blue Bottle Tree.”

A new report indicates Medicaid is an important part of life for some Arkansans. On today's show, we hear more about a Georgetown University study that finds Medicaid playing a role in the lives of about half of the children residing in rural Arkansas communities. Also, KASU in Jonesboro reports on bird flu in the Natural State. Plus, advice on how to start a podcast.

A new report indicates Medicaid is an important part of life for some Arkansans. On today's show, we hear more about a Georgetown University study that finds Medicaid playing a role in the lives of about half of the children residing in rural Arkansas communities. Also, KASU in Jonesboro reports on bird flu in the Natural State. Plus, advice on how to start a podcast.