Ahead on this edition of Ozarks, the National Veterans Golden Age Games are set to take over Fayetteville and the region this weekend; we speak with one 79-year-old Vietnam veteran who hopes to win in his competitions, and we speak with an Arkansas elder who decided to obtain his GED many, many years after his high school years had passed. Plus, while many eyes are on the happenings at the World Cup, we attend a sports match of a different nature, polo, in Bentonville.
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Governor Mike Beebe speaks about potential effects the federal government shutdown will have on Arkansas, while the state Department of Health works out a deal with the USDA to keep a nutrition program running for now. And the Arkansas Health Insurance Marketplace begins open enrollment today even with the federal government shutdown in place.
"Jumpin' At The Woodside" by Buddy Rich
Roby Brock, from Talk Business Arkansas, discusses health care and the federal shutdown with John Brummett, political columnist.
The shutdown that went into effect at midnight last night is already impacting operations at Beaver Lake, though more impacts could be felt if the shutdown continues.
"Waltz in A Minor" by Chopin
Becca Martin Brown says the first day of October is a good time to become aware of all things Halloween happening for the next 30 days in the region.
Maser, an artist from Ireland, was back in Arkansas to work on another new piece of public art.
