The 28th Annual National Veteran’s Golden Age Games will take place this weekend and into next week across NWA. We talk with a 79-year-old Vietnam veteran who hopes to sweep the track, rifle, bicycle and swimming competitions.
Ozarks At Large
Every year a select group of Arkansas elders obtain their GED, or general equivalency diploma. This spring, a Madison County minnow farmer was among the graduating class. Jacqueline Froelich takes us to meet him.Arkansas looks to change licensing requirements for child care facilities throughout the state. We look at the potential changes and the effects they could have on providers in the area.
The first in a series of meetings looking at overhauling workforce development education in the state is held. Freidns of one Fayetteville park organize in order to potentially grow the large public amenity, and a series of meetings in coming weeks will show what's being done to mitigate the impairment of one local waterway.
Ahead on Ozarks, how to stay safe and entertained this summer. Also, we learn about a tick-borne illness called bobcat fever that's affecting local cats.We asked a librarian, a book store owner and a writer how they find new books and new authors to read.
Roby Brock from Talk Business & Politics talks to the CEO of St. Vincent Health System about a recent acquisition and merger.Becca says the winner of the 66th annual River Valley Invitational has an installation on display at the Fort Smith Regional Art Museum.
Dr. Estes from Mercy's Bella Vista clinic discusses how to protect yourself against heat, ticks, and more.Latest Edition of Ozarks at Large
Wednesday, July 2, 2014
Ahead on Ozarks, a roundtable discussion on workforce education in the state. And, and an effort to expand the footprint of Gulley Park.
New tablets, phones...even smart watches...fighting for your attention and dollars.
"There There" by Radiohead
Governor Beebe touts a new computer system used by the state's Department of Finance and Administration that streamlines the license renewal process. The UA Alumni Association passes $1 million in scholarships distributed this year, and a UAFS professor gets some national attention from the NCAA.
"Sweet Jane" by The Velvet Underground
New research just published in “Earth and Planetary Sciences Letters Journal” reveals a weakened mantle deep beneath the surface vulnerable to large tectonic stresses, as well as quakes from external regions. Jacqueline Froelich speaks with the report’s co-author about their findings.
"Run Run Run" by The Velvet Underground
Roby Brock discusses the Arkansas Poll, job creation in the state and more in his weekly business and political news recap.
There are just few days remaining to visit the Sequoyah United Methodist Church Youth Pumpkin Patch. The annual fundraiser supports the church's youth program.
"Pale Blue Eyes" by The Velvet Underground
