We look back at legislative stories from the past seven days in today's week in review.
Ozarks At Large
Shawn James, a Chicago native, hasn't been in Fayetteville that long, but he's quickly become a staple of the local music community. He stopped by the Firmin-Garner Performance Studio recently to play some tunes with Mark McKinney, banjo, and Nick Shoulders, harmonica. Their cover of John Legend's "Who Did That to You," which was captured on video by Anna Hutchison of Spring Street Portraits, has already gone viral.
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. 
Ahead on Ozarks, the longest zip line in Arkansas, the possible effects of sequestration on Arkansas, how small town advocates are getting a boost from the Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation and a preview of this weekend's Gospel Fest in Fort Smith.Opponents of sequestration say jobs and revenue could be hit hard in Arkansas if lawmakers don't act.
The Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation recently awarded this rural advocacy organization a $175,000. Rural Community Alliance will use a portion of the funds for a community revitalization project in Southeast Arkansas. Ozarks at Large’s Christina Thomas spoke with the directors of both organizations.
Ahead on this edition of Ozarks, we talk to a documentarian about his film that chronicles the life of the “Godmother of Rock 'n' Roll,” Sister Rosetta Tharpe. Plus, we get an update on the progress of the Marshals' Museum in Fort Smith, learn about a competition that shines the spotlight on entrepreneurship in Arkansas and more...Continuing our food series, Ozarks at Large's Christina Thomas travels to the Smoke & Barrell Tavern for a special cocktail: the Cinnamon Sazerac.
The experimental Brooklyn ensemble killer BOB creates music from disparate influences including punk, jazz, and contemporary classical music. They play Smoke and Barrel Tavern tonight with locals The Chads and Egyptr. Expect a performance including props and color coordinated outfits. As Ozarks at Large's Katy Henriksen found out when talking to the band, their performances are about much more than the sonics created.
Web Exclusive: Being Waste Conscious on the RoadBecca uses the words of Kevin Kinder, the "What's Up!" music writer, to describe two musical acts.
Latest Edition of Ozarks at Large
Wednesday, February 19, 2014
On this edition of Ozarks, Roby Brock takes a look at the state's Lt. Governor's race. Also, the Springdale Police Department is offering a period of warrant amnesty for the next week.
One of the favorite events of Becca Martin Brown is coming back to Springdale.
"Ghostbuster" by Ray Parker, Jr.
Trike Theatre will present "Fantastic Mr. Fox" this weekend at NWACC's White Auditorium.
For more local theater, visit these links:
http://rogerslittletheater.org
drama.uark.edu
http://theatre2.org
http://bentonvillek12.org/arendarts
http://www.artslivetheatre.com
The Red Cross has a new app for pet owners to help in emergencies.
"Weatherman" by Delbert McClinton
Roby Brock talks with the new president of the state's largest advertising, marketing and public relations firm.
The Arkansas House on Friday again failed to give enough votes in favor of the appropriation for the state's Private Option Medicaid expansion, Governor Beebe touts the results of the Arkansas Payment Improvement Initiative, the Libertarian Party of Arkansas holds its nominating convention, and the Bentonville airport will soon see improvements to the airports runway safety areas.
"Point of You" by Elephant Revival
