Ahead on this edition of Ozarks, as the state prepares for a busy election year, one county makes changes to its polling sites. Plus, a physical fitness event this weekend celebrates two very different causes, and we visit with a founder of the Soweto Gospel Choir, which is performing tonight at Walton Arts Center.
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We speak with a founding member of the world-renowned singing group in anticipation for this evening's performance.
Sunday afternoon, the lawn at Old Main will be a buzz with sororities, fraternities, area residents and the special needs community as participants take part in the first ever Swetnam Physical Challenge benefiting the Down Syndrome Connection's I Can Shine Event.
Becca Martin Brown has more on yet another production of this youth show, this time at the Arts Center of the Ozarks.
The Ouchita and Ozark-St. Francis National Forests system is in need of Resource Advisory Committee applicants. As Jacqueline Froelich reports, the positions are voluntary, but projects help to support local communities and economies.
To servoe on the RAC, visit fs.usda.gov, then click on "Projects and Policies" to find the "Secure Schools and Community" section. Or call (501) 321-5318.
To servoe on the RAC, visit fs.usda.gov, then click on "Projects and Policies" to find the "Secure Schools and Community" section. Or call (501) 321-5318.
Lady Razorbacks in various sports prepare for an eventful weekend and as we prepare for spring, a few outdoor activities to look forward to.
We visit a methadone treatment center in Springdale to learn how the medication works and visit with a recovering opiate addict.
With a primary election nearing and the general election later this year, election commissioners in Sebastian County have made a few changes to polling sites in the county.
A lawsuit succeeds in striking down new, more stringent rules for ballot measure petition canvassers, and several schools across the state petition the Arkansas Department of Education for waivers in an attempt to cut down on the number of snow days to be made up this year.
Ahead on Ozarks, Roby Brock talks to the Dean of the University of Arkansas Clinton School of Public Service about Arkansas' election year. Also, we learn about a mobile center designed to help combat vets in rural locations. And, we explore the emerging field of cryotherapy.
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Ahead on Ozarks, Roby Brock discusses the latest poll results on Arkansas elections, and we explore a new educational standard that aims to bring about a revolution in science education.
Bucky Ball, a geometric, LED sculpture by artist Leo Villareal, is the first temporary outdoor installation for the museum. The work gets its name from Buckminster Fuller, an architect who designed geodesic domes. Ozarks at Large’s Christina Thomas spoke with Villareal about this and other works.
"A Watched Pot" by El Ten Eleven
Pat Ryan Key's alt-rock trio I Do Declare Is gaining attention from beyond northwest Arkansas and his acoustic solo acoustic performances are becoming more common, too. This week he came to the Firmin Garner Performance Studio.
From a trail of music to a celebration of beer (and, of course music), Artosphere is back with a full weekend agenda.
"Wildcat" by Ratatat
Though the spring weather has subsided for this Thursday, UA students celebrated yesterday's favorable weather with a carnival.
Recent projections show Springdale officials that a list of street improvement projects slated to receive voter-approved bond money may cost more than is budgeted from bond sales. The Eureka Springs Downtown Network receives national accreditation, and consequently a higher-perceived reputation. Aldermen in Bella Vista decide that the city should take over the Bella Vista Library, but that's only the beginning. And the Diamond Hogs finished non-conference play with a win at Baum Stadium last night.
"Life Fantastic" by Man Man