New guidelines for use of prescription drugs and painkillers in the emergency room have been announced by state officials, several states reach an agreement with Google about its collection of private data while roaming the streets, and the Fayetteville Advertising and Promotion Commission proposes a push forward for a regional park in southwest Fayetteville.
Ozarks At Large


The big pigs around Fayetteville, dressed up by local artists, will soon end their visit. But first an auction will be held so some of the pigs can go home with admirers while raising money and awareness for both Ozark Literacy and local artists.
An exhibit opening today in the Ann Kittrel Gallery features a handful of dresses designed to raise awareness about HIV and AIDS.
Wednesday is the annual Live United Day sponsored by United Way of Northwest Arkansas. Hundreds of people in northwest Arkansas will not go to their office in the morning. Instead, with their boss’ blessing they’ll help out with a project for an area non-profit organization.

State lawmakers continue to weigh the issue of Medicaid expansion two weeks after receiving word from Washington that federal Medicaid expansion funds could be used for a privatized expansion of the system. A pair of lawmakers also weigh in on how recent anti-abortion legislation has affected Arkansas' reputation in the rest of the country. And a controlled burn is set for tomorrow in one local city.


Latest Edition of Ozarks at Large
Sunday, October, 6, 2013
Ahead on Weekend Ozarks, teaching children about the arts, through both live theatre and one really big painting. Plus, our Sunday morning montage and more.
Thursday night the chancellor of UA-Fort Smith revealed the school's five-year plan.
Becca has plenty to suggest for our weekend, and she lists the opportunities in alphabetical order.
A jazz musician, an outlaw and more in our history capsule for August 20.
A local man is one of the most respected coffee judges in the world. Zan Jarvis asked him how he became a judge and what a judge looks for in a prime taste of joe.
"Java Jive" by The Ink Spots
Some Arkansans are cashing in on a plan to help keep birds from returning to the damaged gulf. Kelly MacNeil reports.
"Baubles, Bangles and Beads" by Wes Montgomery