The Office for Education Policy at the University of Arkansas has released the first of its kind report that analyzes the graduation rates of high schools across Arkansas.
Ozarks At Large
On this edition of Ozarks, we take a look at a new study that analyzes high school graduation rates in Arkansas. Also Dick Johnson stops by the Firmin-Garner Performance Studio.The Office for Education Policy at the University of Arkansas has released the first of its kind report that analyzes the graduation rates of high schools across Arkansas.
The Bicycle Coalition of the Ozarks has received a $33,000 grant to help begin the process of implementing Safe Routes to School throughout northwest Arkansas. And, traditional marriage advocates gathered in Little Rock yesterday to voice their opposition to recent rulings in favor of same-sex marriage in Arkansas.
Ahead on this edition of Ozarks, a conversation with the director of special education for the U.S. Department of Education; she says many with disabilities are capable of learning anything and everything that those without disabilities can. Plus, as strawberries begin to pop up in gardens and farmers' markets in the area, a group of national leaders in the industry meet in Fayetteville to discuss sustainable growing practices.
We make a KUAF button and learn how Kassy Gross became K&A Button Emporium in May’s Locally Made Segment.
Melody Musgrove, director of the Office of Special Education Programs for the U.S. Department of Education, was the commencement speaker for the UA's College of Education and Health Professions.This week's primary election left some alleging that enforcement of the state's voter ID law was a complicated effort, and with many party candidates for the state legislature now chosen, some experts wonder what will become of the state's private option during next year's regular session of the General Assembly.
Ahead on this edition of Ozarks, Roby Brock talks with Speaker of the House Davy Carter about the issue of same-sex marriage. Also, we learn more about the weather phenomenon known as a land spout.
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Ahead on this edition of Ozarks, how the Children's House in Springdale is trying to help some of the most neglected and abused children in two northwest Arkansas counties. Plus, how a public forum tomorrow, also in Springdale, is designed to stimulate children's learning even when school is not in session.
We are experiencing another round of intense winter weather in Northwest Arkansas, but it seems residents are better prepared. But as Jacqueline Froelich reports, tonight, we may see record breaking cold.
"Vaka" by Sigur Ros
A C-130J recently made a stop at Drake Field in Fayetteville and was open to the public for tours.
For a video extra of the aircraft's visit to Northwest Arkansas, click here.
Our History Doctor, Bill Smith, uses the naming of a new White House press secretary to take a look back at the history of the position.
Shakira, New Amsterdam and more in our history capsule for February 2.
The latest Theater Squared production, an original script, opens Friday. Last month a panel discussion, at the Fayetteville Public Library, devoted to the play provided insight to the work. For more information, visit www.theater2.org.
"Love" by Pharoah Sanders
