Ozarks At Large
The Arkansas State Dental Association will hold the annual Arkansas Mission of Mercy May 16-17 in Springdale. One dentist involved with organizing the effort says that the annual event attracts thousands of people, both patients and volunteers.
Ahead on Ozarks, a local tech company receives a multi-million dollar contract from the Air Force and the Jones Center receives a $1 million pledge.
The belly-dancing trio performs a couple of Americana-themed songs and discusses coming together as a multi-talented group.
Arkansas Power Electronics International recently received a $3.5 million contract to develop a power module for the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter. The company's expertise in silicon carbide electronics will make the aircraft lighter and less reliant on some mechanical parts.
The American Red Cross is holding several blood drives in the coming weeks to help make up for the scarcity of donations that normally come during the summer months. Plus, the final honor flight takes off in Northwest Arkansas, And 4-H programs in the state get a boost from the Walmart Foundation.
Ahead on this edition of Ozarks, a look at the increasing educational accountability standards placed on the nation's 5-year-olds. Plus, Michael Pakko discusses the state's economy, and more.
Latest Edition of Ozarks at Large
Sunday, May 25, 2014
Ahead on this edition of Weekend Ozarks, the Wrecking Ball takes to downtown Springdale for a one of a kind event for one night only. Plus, First Christian jChurch in Fayetteville prepares to celebrate its 100th birthday today.
The world's largest omnitruncated dodecaplex may be on the University of Arkansas campus right now. Click here to watch video of our visit.
Jim Rees talked to us about the research he's done regarding ancient musical instruments found in the Arkansas and Missouri Ozarks. More of our conversation can be heard here.
"untitled" by Jim Rees in our studio
Enrico Caruso, the jukebox and more in our history capsule for November 23.
The Hogeye Marathon will be run in April. You can start learning how to prepare right now.
"Maori Brown Eyes" by James "Bla" Pahinui
The Fort Smith Symphony will embrace the Golden Age of radio and Christmas next week.
