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Child poverty in Arkansas — An AWSOM opening

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2025 54:57


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 opening of two new spaces in Northwest Arkansas. Plus, a new edition of the Northwest Arkansas Business Journal.

The 'Lay of the Land' in Arkansas — 'Violent Ends'

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2025 54:59


On today's show, we learn that land prices across Arkansas are either increasing or holding steady, and longtime landowners are taking notice. We also hear about a new feature film shot entirely in Northwest Arkansas that is giving audiences a rare look at the state through its own lens. Plus, another KUAF Live Session, this time featuring Deaja Monet.

More chaplains working with State Police — Disability Rights Arkansas

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2025 54:59


On today's show, we learn how the Arkansas State Police certified dozens of chaplains to help improve mental and spiritual health with law enforcement. Also, a statewide advocacy group is heavily impacted by the federal government shutdown, even if it ends soon. Plus, a brand new edition of the Pryor Center Archives.

Hearing from Arkansas' top CTE teacher — New Bentonville art

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2025 54:59


On today's show, we learn that a Lincoln High School teacher is being recognized for her efforts. We also hear about some new public art popping up in Bentonville. Plus, a roundup of the news from the Arkansas River Valley. 

Fulbright College's updated vision — Exploring Special Collections

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2025 54:59


On today's show, we learn about the new mission for Fulbright College. We also hear about an open house to celebrate American Archives Month. Plus, the latest edition of the Northwest Arkansas Business Journal Report.

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ULI Place Summit — Dashing for neurodivergent support

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2025 54:59


On today's show, we hear a conversation advocating for increased public and private investment in affordable housing. Plus, the Madness of Edgar Allen Poe. We also hear from jazz musician Camille Thurman.

NIH funds Arkansas maternal health research — Consequences of technology

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2025 54:59


On today's show, we learn about a $11.7 million boost to maternal health in Arkansas. We also examine the results of technological growth. Plus, a new KUAF Live Sessions performance. 

Investigating Gen Z — Casa Magnolia's farewell

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2025 54:59


On today's show, we dig into a recent study that shows more than half of Gen Z Arkansans are thriving. Also, the disappearance and eventual discovery of Baby Christsopher. Plus, a swan song to Casa Magnolia in Springdale.

Saying goodbye to a Fayetteville favorite — The Wizard of Hobbs

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2025 54:59


On today's show, we hear how, after 4 years, the Arsaga's Mill District in South Fayetteville is closing. We also explore what it can mean for two master guitarists to perform together. Plus, Hobbs State Park is hosting a film-themed event that explains how destruction can be an opportunity for a forest to grow.

What happens when a legislative seat is vacant — Poetry about home conflict while abroad

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2025 54:59


On today's show, we analyze two vacancy elections in the Arkansas Legislature. Additionally, we learn about creating art while being a parent and witnessing your home country at war. Plus, the latest Northwest Arkansas Business Journal Report.

Women in Tech of Northwest Arkansas — The Razorback Greenway hereafter

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2025 54:59


On today's show, we learn how Women in Tech of Northwest Arkansas works across generations to make waste reduction better and more fun. Plus, a vision for the future of the Razorback Greenway. Also, an interview with a two-time Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist.

Honoring 150 years of the UofA Herbarium — Fayetteville's most endangered places

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2025 54:59


On today's show, the University of Arkansas Herbarium is celebrating its 150th anniversary. Plus, two Fayetteville sites are on the Most Endangered Places list compiled by Preserve Arkansas. Also, details on the Ozark Painter, Makers and Shakers Art Crawl in Jasper.

Fayetteville proposes new bond initiatives — NWACC needs instruments

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2025 54:58


On today's show, we hear about the mayor of Fayetteville's new batch of bond initiatives. Plus, NorthWest Arkansas Community College is hosting a used instrument drive. Also, another trip to the Pryor Center Archives with Randy Dixon.

Celebrating one's 'Authentic Self' — Bee Balm Poetry Week

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2025 54:59


On today's show, we hear about a concert at Thaden School celebrating trans rights and artistic expression. Also, Bee Balm Poetry Week returns to Fayetteville. Plus, there's a new director at the Fort Smith Regional Airport.

Increasing visibility for UofA special collections — Climate change's effect on healthcare

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2025 54:59


On today's show, we hear about how updates to the Mullins Library at the University of Arkansas offer better access to special collections. Plus, we investigate the impacts of climate change on each state's healthcare sector. We also learn what it means for a history museum to celebrate its own history.

Nonprofits tackle affordable housing — 'The Madness of Poe'

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2025 54:59


On today's show, we hear about how local organizations are developing innovative solutions to address affordable housing in northwest Arkansas. We also learn about a celebration of Dia de Muertos with traditional Mexican music and dance this weekend in Springdale. Plus, exploring folk magic in the Ozarks at the Fort Smith Museum of History.

Fayetteville school's new assessment — Funding sign language access

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2025 54:59


On today's show, we hear a conversation with the superintendent for Fayetteville Public Schools about a new school accountability system. Also, we learn that Laurie Halse Anderson's latest book is set in 1776, but sounds more like 2025. Plus, a roundup of live music in the region.

A new parental support program — Firefighter protections

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2025 54:59


On today's show, we hear about a pilot program to offset major expenses for new parents who attend wellness visits. We also learn about new protections for firefighters in Fayetteville, both on and off the clock. Plus, a new batch of Pryor Center archives, a new Sound Perimeter and more.

Startup Crawl 2025 — Momentous returns

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2025 54:59


On today's show, we hear how mall businesses and beer came together last weekend on the Fayetteville Square. Plus, The Momentary is bringing electronic music to Bentonville. We also offer a rundown of the week's news from the River Valley with Michael Tilley from Talk Business & Politics. 

Examining the 'Dirty Truth' — A new production at TheatreSquared

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2025 54:59


On today's show, we hear about a recent report from the Sierra Club that reveals utility companies in Arkansas remain heavily reliant on nonrenewable energy sources. Plus, the world premiere of “Malcom X and Redd Foxx Washing Dishes at Jimmy's Chicken Shack in Harlem” at TheatreSquared opens this week, and we talk to some people behind the production. Roby Brock with the NWA Business Journal also explains how a public school is helping students save money for after graduation.

A new early childhood education voucher program — 'Controlled Demo'

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2025 54:59


On today's show, we learn how changes to an early childhood voucher program in Arkansas culminated in a legislative meeting. Artist Sam King also shares the importance of place in artmaking and consumption. Plus, previewing "An Evening with Sherlock Holmes."

Dire circumstances for rice farmers — Dylan Earl visits KUAF

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2025 54:59


On today's show, we hear from an agricultural economist about how global economics are affecting rice farmers in Arkansas. Also today, Dylan Earl stops by KUAF to talk about his new music. Plus, a rundown of the live music coming up in the region.

Learning more about the murder of Emmitt Till — 'Felt Piano Dreams'

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 54:59


On today's show, Wright Thompson will discuss his book about the murder of Emmitt Till, “The Barn,” that sheds new light on a 70-year-old murder. We also explore various ways to present musical concerts with Lauren Sonder. Plus, a dive into the Pryor Center Archives with Randy Dixon to discuss Oscar Alagood, one of KATV's first news announcers, who turned state senator.  

Enabling tech-based startups — A rising bear population

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2025 54:58


On today's show, we hear about a statewide tech accelerator that helps entrepreneurs start and sustain their businesses. Also, wildlife officials note that a rise in the state's black bear population means more encounters with Arkansans. Plus, our regular round-up of news from the River Valley with Michael Tilley from Talk Business & Politics.

AI's role in your small business — The Creative Exchange Fund

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2025 55:00


On today's show, we explore the adoption of AI in daily work by small businesses.  We also learn about Elana Ramage's novel, which tells the story of a woman who aspires to be the first Cherokee astronaut. Plus, profiles from the Creative Exchange Fund.

A housing summit — Google's billion dollar investment

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2025 54:59


On today's show, we hear how a housing summit this fall will host national experts to help tackle regional problems. Plus, Google is building a billion-dollar data center in Arkansas. We also go The Other Way with Becca Martin Brown.

Fayetteville's new housing officer — NWA Book Fest expands

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2025 54:59


On today's show, we hear a conversation with Fayetteville's first chief housing officer, Marlee Stark. Plus, the NWA Book Fest is expanding its lineup to include a day dedicated to children's literature. Also, a rundown of the week ahead in live music.

Reduced staffing at National Parks — E-waste to public art

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2025 54:59


On today's show, we hear about how nearly a quarter of all permanent staff members with the National Park Service were cut in 2025. Also, a local artist is transforming old electronics from Cox into public art. Plus, cooking for seven different Arkansas governors.

The Starlight Jazz Club returns — 'Celestial Visions'

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2025 54:59


On today's show, we learn that average weekly wages were down in Crawford and Sebastian Counties in the first quarter of 2025. Also, the Symphony of Northwest Arkansas opens its season tomorrow at Walton Arts Center. Plus, some Brazilian jazz piano.

How to better use AI tools — 'Sources and Methods' explores national security

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2025 54:59


On today's show, we learn that NorthWest Arkansas Community College is offering workshops to help people better understand how to use artificial intelligence. Also, we hear from All Things Considered Mary Louise Kelly's about a new podcast from NPR about national security. Plus,  a conversation with the CEO of Washington Regional Medical Center.

Investing in alternative transportation — NWA 'Grows Home'

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2025 54:59


On today's show, we hear how collecting data helps invest in active and alternative transportation on the University of Arkansas campus. Also, when it comes to the job market, humanities degrees can still be a good investment. Plus, we talk about the Joplin Theater with Becca Martin Brown.

Reimagining downtown Fayetteville — Horror on the high seas

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2025 54:59


On today's show, we learn that the city of Fayetteville is beginning to reimagine what its downtown could look like. We also hear from the author of a new horror novel that focuses on character as much as it does on tension. Plus, a roundup of live music to listen to across the region this week.

Breastfeeding support — Monarch Flight Fest

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2025 54:59


On today's show, we discuss an updated resource guide to help new mothers and families find information and learn about their rights related to breastfeeding in Arkansas. Plus, recalling the Titan 2 missile disaster in Damascus on the 45th anniversary. Additionally, details about the Monarch Flight Festival in Springdale.

Understanding AI in agriculture — Fayetteville Film Fest

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2025 54:59


The University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture is hosting a conference on considering artificial intelligence in its industry. Plus, a dip into the archive to celebrate a special day. Also, the 16th annual Fayetteville Film Fest is set for next weekend.

Affordable housing in Fayetteville — Rogers' new muraled tunnel

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2025 54:59


On today's show, we learn about a new affordable housing community opening in West Fayetteville. Plus, a new tunnel in Rogers is more than just a convenient bike route. Also, the next iteration of TEDxFayetteville is scheduled to take place at the Fayetteville Public Library.

Indigenous art at Crystal Bridges — 'Nelson Hackett's Flight From Slavery'

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2025 54:59


On today' show, we learn that Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art is sharing more indigenous artwork through a landmark acquisition. We also hear how the University of Arkansas is sharing an important part of Fayetteville and American history. Plus, a new edition of "The Other Way" with Becca Martin Brown.

A new Fayetteville park — Crafting the Cold War

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2025 54:59


On today's show, we hear that Fayetteville has broken ground on the upcoming Underwood Park. Plus, a University of Arkansas Honors College Signature Seminar details the rise of the Cold War. Also, our weekly roundup of the live music to catch across the region.

Higher rates of uninsured children in Arkansas — KATV archives

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2025 54:59


On today's show, the uninsured rate for children in Arkansas is the highest it's been in a decade. Plus, continuing to celebrate the best of the KATV archives with the Pryor Center and a new edition of Sound Perimeter from Lia Uribe.

A gap in Bentonville's budget — Keeping Fayetteville fashionable

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2025 54:59


On today's show, the city of Bentonville is expecting an eight and a half million dollar budget gap due to tax rebates. Plus, learning more details about the historic nature of the plague. 

Nelms Dyslexia Center partners with UofA — Improving aircraft safety

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2025 54:59


On today's show, a new partnership between the Nelms Dyslexia Center and the University of Arkansas. Plus, a conversation with Arkansas State University Chancellor Todd Shields and making private planes safer. 

Rollbacks on Clean Air Act, Mildenhall selected as Arkansas favorite

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2025 54:59


On today's show, rollbacks to the federal Clean Air Act could affect energy development in Arkansas. Plus, further discovery of the musical genius of Florence Price and details on the latest season from the Fort Smith Symphony.

A new program at UAMS, Labor Day protest at Broadway Bridge in Little Rock

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2025 54:59


On today's edition of Ozarks at Large, an interview with Carolyn Staley - author and childhood neighbor of Bill Clinton, who will be speaking at the Fayetteville Public Library on Sept. 10. Also, a program in northwest Arkansas that will produce Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists, or CRNAs.

New architecture building at UofA — new music from Modeling

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2025 54:59


On today's show, the Fay Jones School of Architecture and Design has opened a new academic building in Fayetteville. Plus, new music from the band Modeling and a roundup of the latest headlines from the Arkansas River Valley with Michael Tilley from Talk Business & Politics.

A call to register voters in Arkansas, 78 years of the Ozark Folk Festival

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2025 54:59


A call to register voters in Arkansas, 78 years of the Ozark Folk Festival

Investigating a campus emergency — The future of cancer research

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2025 54:59


On today's show, we hear about hundreds of phone calls reporting an active shooter on the University of Arkansas campus on Monday that turned out to be a false alarm. Plus, learning a collaboration to ease housing struggles in Fayetteville. We also hear from cancer researchers who are worried about a round of funding cuts.

Teens look to the future — We look back at Arkansas 1975

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2025 54:59


On today's show, we hear about a local youth advocacy group's alternative college fair. We also learn what was happening in "The Land of Opportunity" 50 years ago. Plus, audible enjoyment with a new edition of Sound Perimeter.

'Three Musketeers' at T2 — Prepping for the Holidays in August

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2025 54:59


TheatreSquared is beginning its 20th season tonight with a performance of "The Three Musketeers." Plus, it may not feel like the winter holiday season, but the folks at Mount Sequoyah are already thinking about it. Also, a roundup of the news from the River Valley with Michael Tilley of Talk Business & Politics.

Informing Arkansans about their government — A court reporter tells all

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2025 54:59


On today's show, we learn about The League of Women Voters of Arkansas' latest edition of its book, "Government in Arkansas." Also, a conversation with a local court reporter. Plus, The Medium's Brittany Johnson tells us how we can spend our weekend.

Fayetteville Independent Restaurant Alliance — A floral mural

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2025 54:59


On today's show, we hear how the Fayetteville Independent Restaurant Alliance continues to help service workers five years in. Also, a new mural in northwest Arkansas. Plus, a benefit for the Rogers Historical Museum with a twist.

The Outrigger Cup — Leon Keer talks public art

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2025 54:59


On today's show, we hear about the Marshall Islands national soccer team's first international matches. We also get an update on LEARNS Act Educational Freedom Accounts. Plus, we hear more from a conversation between Ozarks at Large's Matthew Moore and street artist Leon Keer.

Pro-bono urban design — A blues guitar legend

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2025 54:59


On today's show, we hear how The Congress for the New Urbanism is accepting proposals for free design and planning help in northwest Arkansas, regardless of population count. Also, the life of Arkansas blues musician Cedell Davis. Plus, a new edition of Sound Perimeter.

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