Ozarks at Large

On today's show, a preview of the Symphony of Northwest Arkansas’ first-ever Halloween-themed concert. Also, writer and filmmaker Spade Robinson on grounded horror. Plus, new editions of Talk Business and Politics and Weekend Plans.

On today's show, launching into esports at NWACC. Plus, recipients of Creative Exchange Fund grants present their work at The Medium in Springdale. Also, new editions of Talking Tunes and The Northwest Arkansas Business Journal.

On today's show, how a pandemic helped jump start a free meal program in Fayetteville. Also, raising awareness about epilepsy in Arkansas.

On today's show, whitetail deer are being spotted more abundantly in urban areas throughout northwest Arkansas. Also, nine years of pairing vets and service dogs. Plus, outdoor recommendations that are perfect for fall.

On today's show, preparing borrowers for making payments on student loans as they resume this month after a three-year pause. Also, an interview previewing two symposia from the Arkansas Center for Health Improvement about the future of healthcare. Plus, archives from the David and Barbara Pryor Center for Arkansas Oral and Visual History.

On today's show, the creator of the "Goosebumps" series, R.L. Stine, discusses scary things and inspirations. Also, bringing Dracula to the stage as ballet. Plus, Courtney Lanning reviews "Killers of the Flower Moon."

On today's show, life after the Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion was dissolved at the University of Arkansas. Also, the new art by your parked car in Bentonville. Plus, the announced return of AQ Chicken House.

On today's show, artists flock to the Fayetteville Public Library this weekend for Maker Faire's second iteration. Also, Dr. Sarah Deer talks about researching deeper into violence against Native women. Plus, a new episode of Reflections in Black featuring Raven Cook.

On today's show, a proposed amendment in Arkansas to remove sales tax for period products. Also, considering what the Ozarks have been, are and might become. Plus, Bonnie Montgomery has country and roots music in her soul, but she’s long loved other music too.

On today's show, an investment group is exploring a new federal designation for Buffalo National River. Also, another highlight from John Brown University's "Voices and Votes: Democracy in America.” Plus, archives from the Pryor Center.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.