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Format: 2024-11-06
Forest Service, Native Tribes Collaborate
USDA Forest Service officials gathered with tribal foresters and scientists for an annual three-day conference in Fayetteville last week. Jacqueline Froelich met with three indigenous participants to talk about traditional ecological and cultural practices.
Web Exclusive: An Extended Interview With Everett Walker


Counting Down to Elections
Roby Brock and Scott Inmann, from Talk Business and Politics, host a roundtable discussion about what recent polls may mean for upcoming elections in Arkansas.





Thursday, April 17, 2014
Ahead on this edition of Ozarks, Mexico's history is long, rich and often misunderstood. We talk with a historian who has written eleven books on the subject. Plus, a conversation with a gubernatorial candidate who cites his business background as sufficient experience to serve in higher office in the state. And, a preview of the inaugural Homegrown Festival, debuting next week in Siloam Springs


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Setting History Right
A new book expands the understanding of Mexico's indigenous people and their interactions with Europeans over the past several centuries.
It’s a Feat to Feed 6000
Becca Martin Brown has What’s Up with Easter events.
Local Artisans Participate in New Festival
American Native is one of several local vendors participating in the inaugural Homegrown Festival in Siloam Springs next week.






Don't Miss The Funniest Man on Twitter
That, and other performances, are happening in the area today.
Joyce Carol Oates Coming to Fayetteville
One of the country's most accomplished and most respected writers is coming to the Fayetteville Town Center Monday night.
Conservative Coleman Cites Business Background
Roby Brock talks with GOP gubernatorial hopeful Curtis Coleman as Talk Business Arkansas continues a series with 2014 candidates.






Keno Approved in State, ACLU Challenges Voter ID Law
The Arkansas Lottery Commission approves video games like keno to be used in the state. The ACLU of Arkansas files suit against the state for its new voter ID law. And recently passed ordinances concerning urban agriculture and food trucks take effect today in Fayetteville.

Latest Edition of Ozarks at Large

Tuesday, May 13, 2014
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Ahead on this edition of Ozarks, Roby Brock discusses the final week of campaigning before primary election day and if Judge Chris Piazza's ruling striking down the state's ban on same-sex marriage will have any impact on those races. Plus, a return to a favorite CD from several summers ago; can the music still evoke the same response? And, a report on a multi-million dollar campaign targeting the Southern closet.
A Salute To Floral Design Day
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Here are the elements of our flower montage for Sunday’s show: 1. Nat King Cole singing Ramblin’ Rose. 2. A skunk named Flower, courtesy of Bambi (from the film of the same name). 3. The Statler Brothers singing Counting Flowers on the Wall. 4. Chris Cooper describes the beauty of nature to Meryl Streep in the film Adaptation. 5. The Foundations with their one big hit, Build Me Up Buttercup. 6. Poppies! From Wizard of Oz. 7. Tiny Tim sings Tiptoe Through the Tulips during his first appearance on The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson in 1968. 8. The killer Venus flytrap threatens Rick Moranis in the 1986 version of Little Shop of Horrors. Yes, the Venus flytrap does produce flowers. 9. Secretariat wins the 1973 Kentucky Derby (the “run for the roses”) in record time, 1:59 2/5. 10. Lynn Anderson sings I Never Promised You a Rose Garden. Apologies to Charlie Rose, Neil Diamond and Barbara Streisand, Poison, and all the romantic comedies ever where a guy gives a gal some roses. Maybe next time.
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A new poll of Arkansas voters shows growing support for expanding Medicaid in the state, Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art is appointing a new member to its board of directors, and more.
“Two” by: Ratatat
Arkansans Opinions on Medicaid, Guns and More
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Michael Tilley from TheCityWire.com discusses a new poll asking Arkansas voters about topics in front of legislators.
Soup for Children and Families on a Chilly Sunday
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The 12th Annual Northwest Arkansas Soup Sunday benefiting Arkansas Advocates for Children and Families is this Sunday from 4 - 7 p.m. in Springdale. OAL’s Christina Thomas spoke with Laura Kellams, director of the organization’s Northwest Arkansas office.
“Twenty-Two” by: Wakey! Wakey!
Theater from Siloam Springs to Rogers and Beyond
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Becca Martin Brown, from Northwest Arkansas Newspapers, says there are musicals in Siloam Springs and Rogers and a classic Tennessee Williams play at the University of Arkansas included in a big theater weekend.
“Room 222” by: Ion Storm