Ozarks At Large

Latest Edition of Ozarks at Large

Tuesday, July 15, 2014
Ahead on this edition of Ozarks, the four men running for Arkansas governor weigh in on what they might do with the Private Option expansion if elected. And we hear from people trying to stop illegal dumping in counties across the region as well. We also hear comment from a ribbon cutting last night for a new stretch of trail in Fayetteville that will allow easier access to Mount Kessler and more.
Becca tells us that Tales From the South is coming soon to Springdale.
In this installment of What's in a Name, we look at the history of Benton, the county and the ville.
"Five and Dime" by Port O'Brien
The Michigan-based band discusses how they came together as a family band, and they perform "My Love is a Tall Ship" by Jimmy Crowley.
Here is our list of famous Patricks: Pat(rick) Sajak spins the Wheel of Fortune. Patrick Stewart as Captain Picard on Star Trek: Next Generation. Danica Patrick answers a pre-race question. The Smiths, including Steven Patrick Morrissey, sing How Soon is Now. Patrick McGoohan is The Prisoner. Patrick Swayze defends Baby in Dirty Dancing. Patrick Star, comic relief, from Spongebob Squarepants. Patrick Duffy as a fictional Ewing, Bobby on Dallas. Patrick Ewing as a real Ewing, Patrick...with the Knicks. Orson Welles on a vinyl record delivers Patrick Henry's speech. Apologies to: Patrick Roy and Dan Patrick. Sorry, we already had two sports figures. maybe next time.
The Arkansas Forestry Commission is warning state residents that March is prime time for wildfire conditions. The Arkansas Election Commission is being taken to court over rules for absentee ballots under the state's new voter ID law. And a new report details the challenges and successes the state faces in regards to childrens' health.
"Kisses Sweeter Than Wine" by Jackson Browne and Bonnie Raitt