Diatoms are microscopic, but vital, parts of life. Research at the University of Arkansas is finding out more about them.Ozarks At Large
Diatoms are microscopic, but vital, parts of life. Research at the University of Arkansas is finding out more about them.
Roby Brock from Talk Business & Politics discusses a new EPA proposal and more in his business and political news recap.
We have 19 public enrollment charter schools in Arkansas, two-thirds are independent, the rest operate under charter management organizations. Jacqueline Froelich reports on the difference—and controversies.The Fort Smith city Board of Directors will hold a special meeting Tuesday to discuss a potential election that could mean more millage for the city's Public Library. The Greenwood Police Department gets more connected to the public with a new smartphone app. And Rogers Public Schools gets ready for summer with its free summer meals program for youths in that city.
Ahead on this edition of Weekend Ozarks, a float along the Buffalo River nearly a year after a hog farm started business near the waterway, and a brand new water park in Siloam Springs is almost ready for the public. And speaking of being ready for the public, the Walmart AMP in Rogers last night had its public debut. Blake Shelton was the first headliner to perform in the new venue, but a few days earlier, we got a sneak preview of the facility.
Our montage this week is dedicated to royalty
1. Queen plays Another One Bites the Dust.
2. Babar takes a vacation with his family.
3. Koko Taylor and Queen Bee.
4. Helen Mirren and Michael Sheen in the 2006 film The Queen.
5. Aretha Franklin, the Queen of Soul, sings Chain of Fools.
6. Jerry Stiller and Kevin James in the sitcom King of Queens.
7. BB King (and Lucille) play The Thrill is Gone.
8. THE GREATEST MOVIE EVER MADE, King Kong, 1933.
9. Ian McKellen as King Lear.
10. Bert Lahr is the Cowardly Lion!
Apologies to : All of the Kansas City Monarchs, Gene Chandler, Juice Newton, Elvis, The Kingsmen, Game of Thrones and chess players. Maybe next time.
1. Queen plays Another One Bites the Dust.
2. Babar takes a vacation with his family.
3. Koko Taylor and Queen Bee.
4. Helen Mirren and Michael Sheen in the 2006 film The Queen.
5. Aretha Franklin, the Queen of Soul, sings Chain of Fools.
6. Jerry Stiller and Kevin James in the sitcom King of Queens.
7. BB King (and Lucille) play The Thrill is Gone.
8. THE GREATEST MOVIE EVER MADE, King Kong, 1933.
9. Ian McKellen as King Lear.
10. Bert Lahr is the Cowardly Lion!
Apologies to : All of the Kansas City Monarchs, Gene Chandler, Juice Newton, Elvis, The Kingsmen, Game of Thrones and chess players. Maybe next time.
Before performing at Wakarusa, Caroline Rose and her band stopped by the Carver Center for Public Radio and performed the song "Roll On."
Ozarks at Large’s insect expert discusses the annual trip the monarch butterflies make from the northern United States to Mexico. He also suggests planting milkweed to help to nourish them as they make their way through your yard.
Later this month, Siloam Springs will be home to a Whitewater Recreation Park, the first of its kind in the state.Latest Edition of Ozarks at Large
Wednesday, June 25, 2014
Ahead on Ozarks, how to stay safe and entertained this summer. Also, we learn about a tick-borne illness called bobcat fever that's affecting local cats.
Last night in Fayetteville, the city gave a salute to the thousands of volunteers giving time to the city.
For more information about volunteering click here.
"Coulibaly" by Amadou & Mariam
Three silent, bald, blue men are the stars of the Blue Man Group. The creative organization, which produces theatrical shows featuring music, comedy and multimedia is spending the week in Northwest Arkansas.
More information on the Blue Man Group is available at blueman.com.
Becca Bacon Martin says this holiday weekend has free music in Eureka Springs, a favorite play in Mena and that's just the beginning.
"How High the Moon" by Pascal Bokar
Retirement, desegregation and more in our history capsule for September 3.
Paul McGowan is one-third of the band Shout Lulu, but he's also playing solo gigs and has a new CD, "Sleepy Lou."
For more information about Paul and Shout Lulu, including performance schedule visit shoutlulu.com.
