Ahead on this edition of Ozarks: the Sons of Otis Malone bring all kinds of instruments into our studio and play three songs from their new CD, Bad Country. Plus Michael Tilley from The City Wire on the week that was in Arkansas business and politics and the dreaded white-nose syndrome has been found in bats in Arkansas.Ozarks At Large
Ahead on this edition of Ozarks: the Sons of Otis Malone bring all kinds of instruments into our studio and play three songs from their new CD, Bad Country. Plus Michael Tilley from The City Wire on the week that was in Arkansas business and politics and the dreaded white-nose syndrome has been found in bats in Arkansas.
Ahead on this edition of Ozarks, a small town receives a large sum to create a community gathering place. Plus several other communities restructure the images they portray to potential visitors and residents. And, we take a ride on a rolling restaurant.
Next time you plan to venture into Eureka Springs, climb aboard Café Roulant. The trolley, fitted with linen covered tables and fine china, offers diners locally produced cuisine and miles of historic sights enroute. Café Roulant is open for winter tourism, and is now taking reservations for Valentines Day.An opportunity for educators at Crystal Bridges, a call for blood and artists, and we head from Elkins to Ukraine.
The residents of Huntington, AR hope a grant will help to bring business to the small community.
A new report released yesterday suggests that home sales were up in Arkansas throughout last year. One of Fayetteville's trails is nationally recognized. The U of A announces that a multi-million-dollar deficit in its Advancement Division will be eliminated this fiscal year. NWACC reports a decline in spring enrollment, while ATU-Ozark posts another record spring semester. And several area Main Street programs receive awards from Main Street Arkansas.
On this edition of Ozarks, we discuss the future of the private option in the state. Also, Northwest Arkansas ranks nationally for its job growth rate.Ahead on this edition of Ozarks: we find out, kind of, why Dr. Lonnie Smith is a “doctor.” The legendary jazz master of the Hammond organ will play in Fayetteville this weekend and he talks to Robert Ginsburg about his music and his career. And a survey to help gauge the direction for the city of Rogers as growth continues.
Cars are rated for efficiency, as are appliances. But what about homes? Arkansas has an energy code for new buildings, currently being updated. As Jacqueline Froelich reports, while critics challenge organized industry interests that seek to weaken the new code’s foundation, market-driven experts are working to spackle the gaps.The Jones Center has plans to renovate some of its outdoor recreational facilities, while the city of Fayetteville has plans for expanding the city's trails network in 2014. And one Springdale-based poultry company issues a recall for more than a million pounds of frozen chicken products.
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Monday, June 2, 2014
Ahead on this edition of Ozarks, finding balance between nature and technology; we speak with author Richard Louv about nature deficit disorder and possible ways to cure it. Plus, autism spectrum disorder is on the rise in Arkansas. We learn more about the Arkansas Autism Resource and Outreach Center.
Dr. Rosilee Walker Russell of the UA-Fort Smith Academy of the Arts has the details on about what’s in store for the academy.
“Butterfly’s Day Out” by Mark O’Connor
Eureka Springs is one of five cities in Arkansas that has signed the U.S. Mayors Climate Protection agreement and the first in the state to conduct a comprehensive community greenhouse gas emissions inventory.
Ozarks at Large’s Antoinette Grajeda finds out why some Dickson Street businesses are moving to other locations in Fayetteville.
“Silence is for Suckers” by Chris Bathgate
Comic Kathleen Madigan, Maroon 5, The Foo Fighters, and Alison Krauss & Union Station are some of the many reasons why you should make a trip to Kansas City this September.
“Rain Please Go Away” by Alison Krauss and Union Station
Wayne Bell of www.fayettevilleflyer.com talks about this year’s Emmy nominees and who’s most likely to win.
