Ozarks At Large

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Thursday, August 8, 2013
Ahead on this edition of Ozarks: Tontitown is in the middle of its 115th grape Festival. A lot of chickens, a lot of spaghetti and a lot of rolls are coming out of the parish hall kitchen. Plus Brandan O'Connell visits with me at the spot of some of his greatest inspiration or art: the aisles of Wal-Mart. And in just a few minutes we catch up with Roby Brock as he begins Campaign 2014 coverage, more than a year before election day. Yesterday he spent a day with Congressman Tom Cotton as he launches his campaign bid against Senator Mark Pryor. Today Roby is traveling with the senator.
Cirque du Soleil’s Dralion in North Little Rock, the Trans-Siberian Orchestra in Tulsa, and more entertainment choices are available near the northwest Arkansas area.
The Springdale Municipal Airport plans expansion, and Walmart launches an internal investigation to determine whether its overseas operations have complied with U.S. federal law regarding permits, licenses and inspections.
“Settling with Power” by El Ten Eleven
Author Kristin S. Kaufman visited KUAF’s Anthony and Susan Hui News Studio last week to discuss her book, and what we can learn from chance encounters.
Yesterday, Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art announced a $1 million gift from the Shewmaker family to encourage hands-on education at the museum.
Rolling Hills Baptist Church in Fayetteville will host a candle lighting service for families who’ve lost a child this Sunday at 7 p.m . For more information, visit www.rollinghillsbaptistchurch.net or call Pastor Steve Sheely at 521-2660.
“Sunspots” by Bob Mould