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.
An architecture lecture, and a performance by the Midtown Men are a few of Becca's suggestions for tonight's entertainment.
In this commentary, Ozarks at Large's Meredith Martin-Moats, shares the vivid memories she has of her grandmother performing an everyday household chore.
Monday night’s concert by the University of Arkansas Symphonic Band and U of A Wind Symphony will feature works by well-known composers like Holst and Grainger. There will also be 21st century works like the very new Jingo by Magen Miller.
This Halloween season, the essence of the Great Houdini will be brought to life in three publicly staged escapes by illusionist, Sean-Paul, accompanied by medium Juliane. In advance of the events, Jacqueline Froelich tests Sean-Paul’s metaphysical prowess, by handcuffing him in the KUAF News Studios.
To learn more visit Intriquetheater.com
"Houdini" by Geche
The answers to today's montage about magic are as follows:
"Magic Bus" by The Who
Tony Curtis as the title character in Houdini
"This Magic Moment" by The Drifters
Famous words from Prospero (a magician) in the BBC production of The Tempest
Harry Potter casts a spell
"Abracadabra" by The Steve Miller Band
Matthew McConaughey introduces Magic Mike from the film of the same name
Hugh Jackman delivers an ominous introduction in the movie The Prestige
The theme from the TV show Bewhitched, written by Howard Greenfield and Jack Keller