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Ozarks at Large

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A daily news magazine highlighting the people, places and events of Northwest Arkansas and the Arkansas River Valley.

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Jul 10, 2026

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Episodes

School Board Accepts Potter's House Offer to Buy Jefferson Elementary School 09.01.2023

On today's show, the Potter's House offer of about $1.8 million to buy the historic Jefferson Elementary School is accepted. Robert Ginsburg reveals his favorite jazz pieces of 2022, and the Community Blood Center of the Ozarks begins its 59-Day Challenge. Plus, Arkansas Agriculture names five inductees to its hall of fame.

Ozarks at Large's Final Show of 2022 23.12.2022

On today's episode, Arkansas Center for Health Improvement names director of Northwest Arkansas community engagement. Also, a conversation with the Cate Brothers and a report from the Northwest Arkansas Business Journal. Plus, Nate Walls, founder of Second Helpings NWA talks seasonal happenings and more.

Arkansas Lawmakers File Bill Banning TikTok for Government-Issued Devices 21.12.2022

On today's show, after nearly 50 years, the Arkansas Women's Commission submitted an updated report. Also, a bill banning TikTok on government-issued devices. Plus, a podcast excerpt from RefleXions, the composers behind the Symphony of Northwest Arkansas' next concert and more.

Arkansas Lawmakers File Bill Banning TikTok for Government-Issued Devices 21.12.2022

On today's show, after nearly 50 years, the Arkansas Women's Commission submitted an updated report. Also, a bill banning TikTok on government-issued devices. Plus, a podcast excerpt from RefleXions, the composers behind the Symphony of Northwest Arkansas' next concert and more.

The Cate Brother's Legacy, Liz Cheney talks democracy, Amending Fayetteville's Graffiti Code and More 20.12.2022

On today's show, the Pryor Center Profile highlights the Cate Brothers, and Middle-earth interpretation of a 1,000-year-old poem. Also, Teresa Turk, a Fayetteville City Council member, proposed an amendment to the city's graffiti code. Plus, hours after the committee investigating the Jan. 6 attack made four criminal referrals against former President Donald Trump, the Wyoming Rep. Liz Cheney spok...

Ozarks at Large's Final Friday Show of 2022 16.12.2022

Today's show includes a review of the week's news in Arkansas. Plus, the United Keetoowah Band of Cherokee Indians names a delegate to congress. Also, a report on construction activity and river traffic, local art, an upcoming exhibition at the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts and more.

Preventing Land Loss, Local Arts Exhibition, Live Tunes and More 15.12.2022

On today's show, artwork made through the Fenix Youth Refuge Experience will be displayed this Saturday at Mt. Sequoyah Center Hall. Also, preventing land loss through the Keeping it in the Family Program. Plus, the Northwest Arkansas Business Journal, remembering Brenda Blagg, local music and more.

Lessons from Arkansas' Former Drug Director 14.12.2022

On today's show, challenges the public experiences in the growing opioid and overdose epidemic. Plus, highlighting the events leading up to the 1919 Elaine Race Massacre in KUAF's podcast "Undisciplined." Also, a project to make early newspapers open to the public, and more.

Retired Justice Robert L. Brown Reflects on Career-Shaping Experiences 13.12.2022

On today's episode, two town halls about the PACT Act, a law providing medical care and benefits to veterans exposed to toxic substances, are this week. Retired Justice Robert L. Brown reflects on his life and career in his memoir, "All Rise: How Race, Religion, and Politics Shaped My Career on the Arkansas Supreme Court." Plus, Roby Brock, editor-in-chief of Talk Business & Politics, and John...

Explaining the Respect for Marriage Act 12.12.2022

On today's episode, a plan to improve Arkansas' future of mobility. The final chapter of the Whitewater investigation from the Pryor Center for Arkansas Oral and Visual History's archives. Plus, breaking down the federal Respect for Marriage Act and more.

Cooling Home Sales, an Update on River Valley Relief's Court Case, the Year of the Puppet and More 09.12.2022

On today's show, homes sales are cooling in the Arkansas River Valley as construction rates remain high. Doralee Chandler, director of the Arkansas Medical Marijuana Commission, revokes River Valley Relief's medical marijuana cultivation license. Also, a review of Guillermo del Torro's "Pinocchio," and at least five things to do this weekend. Plus, after waiting 1,115 days, Ozarks at Large's Matth...

Revising Arkansas' Plan for Alzheimer's Care 09.12.2022

On today's show, Gov.-elect Sarah Huckabee Sanders' cabinet nominations, the future of philanthropy and live music in Northwest Arkansas. Plus, the American Alzheimer's Association released an updated Alzheimer's and Dementia State Plan, and more.

Foster Care, Food Flavors, and Favorite Books 07.12.2022

On today's show, the Arkansas Department of Human Services reports a decline in youth entering foster care, but fewer are leaving state custody. Plus, gathering to make food taste better, another gift guide from a local bookstore, and much more.

UAMS Gets Grant for Vaccine Hesitancy Study, the Pandemic's Lasting Impact on Giving and More 06.12.2022

Almost $2 million from the National Institutes of Health will go toward a UAMS vaccine hesitancy study. Also on today's show, Roby Brock, editor-in-chief of Talk Business & Politics, reports how the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact philanthropy. Plus, actor James Taylor Odom unravels his portrayal of Ebenezer Scrooge in "A Christmas Carol" at TheatreSquared.

Historic Mayoral Election, Holiday Gift Guide and Ken Starr's Role in the Whitewater Investigation 05.12.2022

On today's show, Goshen residents elect Russell Stroud, Arkansas' first openly gay mayor. Plus, KUAF's first holiday gift guide from a local bookstore, and examining a central figure in the Whitewater investigation, Ken Starr.

Lady Legislators, Compassionate Care Corps, and Free Books 03.12.2022

On today's show, a tribute to the women of the Arkansas Legislature, and the pioneers who made their service possible. Plus the VA is combatting loneliness, free books for young readers, and much more.

Hillary Clinton Speaks About Democracy to Sold-Out Crowd at Crystal Bridges 02.12.2022

On today's show, Hillary Clinton, former first lady Arkansas and secretary of state, spoke at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art. Paul Gating, editor of the Northwest Arkansas Business Journal, interviews Charles Robinson, the newly appointed chancellor of the University of Arkansas. Plus, a fundraising dance competition, tunes for the weekend and more.

Arkansas' Future Caucus, Starbucks Location Unionizes and More 30.11.2022

On today's show, how the Church of God in Christ shaped the life of Cavlin White Jr., the associate dean of the Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences. Plus, after right-to-work's anniversary in Arkansas, a Fayetteville Starbucks becomes the state's first location to unionize. Also, the Arkansas Future Caucus will host discussion tomorrow in Bentonville and more.

Local LGBTQ Activist, Scholar Reflects on Club Q Shooting 29.11.2022

On today's show, Arkansans reckon with extreme violence against members of the LGBTQ community. Arkansas state senator Joyce Elliot launches Get Loud Arkansas! as her 20-year career in the state legislature ends. Plus, the Northwest Arkansas Food Bank experiences more demand and the rock band Little Feat returns to the state.

Assisted Living, Twitter, and Christmas Music 28.11.2022

On today's show, with Twitter’s future uncertain, we ask some frequent Arkansas Twitter users how they use the platform. Plus, a trip to a low-income assisted living facility in Bentonville, SoNA's impending Christmas season, and much more.

Happy Thanksgiving from Ozarks at Large 23.11.2022

On today's show, Pastor Phil Allen Jr. discusses how video impacts cultural change through his book, The Prophetic Lens. An excerpt of the upcoming Points of Departure episode highlights PortAdventura Foundation's Dreams Program. Plus, Ozark at Large's Matthew Moore and Anna Pope play a holiday quiz.

Congress, Turkeys, and Duo Divinas 22.11.2022

On today's show, what we might expect from the next Congress. Plus, a growth in the wild turkey population in Arkansas, a performance from Duo Divinas, and much more.

Veterans Health Care System of the Ozarks Provides Counseling for Intimate Partner Violence 22.11.2022

On today's show, screening and counseling intimate partner violence among veterans. Plus, an upcoming vaudeville performance in Eureka Springs and more.

Reviving Geophysical Data with Low-Flying Planes 18.11.2022

On today's show, updating geological mapping and surveys, and high levels of flu activity in Arkansas. Becca Martin Brown, featured editor of the Northwest Arkansas Democrat Gazette, navigates holiday events and Michael Tilley, Talk Business and Politics' executive editor, wraps the week's news.

Charles in Charge 17.11.2022

On today's show, a new chancellor at the University of Arkansas. Plus, a safe place for all this Thanksgiving, the transition from service life to civilian life, and much more.

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