Michael K. Honey's new book Sharecropper's Troubadour gives us details of the life of John L. Handcox.
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The state Department of Workforce Services releases March unemployment numbers for Arkansas, though they remain slightly above the national rate. Plus, the state's constitutional ban on same-sex marriage will either be reaffirmed or struck down in the coming weeks.
One of the country's most accomplished and most respected writers is coming to the Fayetteville Town Center Monday night.
Ahead on this edition of Ozarks, we learn about traditional Native American ecological and cultural practices. Plus, we hear a roundtable discussion about recent political polling data for this year's statewide elections.
Around the World in 80 Days, and the story of a near lynching in 1930s Arkansas are the topics of TheatreSquared's ninth season, which was recently unveiled.
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
A new book expands the understanding of Mexico's indigenous people and their interactions with Europeans over the past several centuries.
One of the country's most accomplished and most respected writers is coming to the Fayetteville Town Center Monday night.
The rainy weather has caused a delay in planting for some farmers, while late freezes are causing concern for others with winter wheat crops. The state Republican party gets permission to intervene in a lawsuit regarding rules for absentee voters as part of the state's Voter ID law. And Fort Smith directors consider a set of rules regarding how city employees interact with city residents.
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Sunday, June 29, 2014
Ahead on this edition of Weekend Ozarks, the cajun-zydeco group, Snake Eyes and the Bug Band, will perform this afternoon at the Fayetteville Public Library' we hear a conversation and a song from the band, and it's sort of like soccer but on horseback: polo in Bentonville. Plus, we celebrate the horse in our Sunday Morning Montage.
The University of Arkansas is hosting the Human Library Program this Thursday and Friday for the campus community. The program aims to fight prejudice and stereotypes.
More information is available at www.humanlibrary.uark.edu and www.humanlibrary.org.
“Spring” by Mark O’Connor
John Brown University in Siloam Springs announced yesterday a gift of $4 million from an anonymous donor to help in the construction of a new banquet hall and a new collection of townhouse apartments for students.
Vice-President of University Advancement at John Brown University Dr. Jim Krall speaks with Kyle Kellams.
Governor Mike Beebe reacts to Mitsubishi’s announcement to put its wind turbine plant in Fort Smith on hold; Arkansas Razorback football coach Bobby Petrino involved in a single-motorcycle accident; and more – on today’s edition of Ozarks at Large Half-Time.
Becca Bacon Martin from Northwest Arkansas Newspapers has information on each one of those events.
“Dolphin” by Poe & “The Dusty Miller” by The Chieftans
To celebrate Ozarks at Large’s 22nd anniversary, we’re bringing you stories about interesting pairs.
Today, the duo Black and Tan returns to the Firmin-Garner Performance Studio.
“Driving” by Frans Bak
