
Ozarks At Large

The state legislature yesterday continued considering changes to the Private Option in order for the Medicaid expansion to continue, at least for the remainder of the year, changes that Governor Mike Beebe doesn't necessarily agree with, though he does concede the amendments make the bill more pallatable to some politicians. And Crystal Bridges gets a new installation just in time for Valentine's Day.




One researcher at the University of Arkansas has been taking a look at what would happen to the planet's surface vegetation if greenhouse gas emissions continue at their current rate through the end of the century.


State legislators yesterday suggested several amendments that would allow the state's private option expansion of Medicaid to continue, and one of the state's circuit judges calls for a moratorium on building new prison facilities in Arkansas.
Latest Edition of Ozarks at Large
Wednesday, March 26, 2016
On this edition of Ozarks, a conversation with House speaker designate Jeremy Gillam. Plus, we tour a compounding pharmacy in Johnson.
Mark Landon Smith, the Executive Artistic Director for Arts Live, says the approaching season includes more plays and exciting news about a radio play.
To hear Mark's suggestions on how adults can see if they have the acting bug, click here.
"Kidney Stew" by Eddie "Cleanhead" Vinson with the Cannonball Adderley Quintet
Wednesday Northwest Arkansas Community College offers a streamlined open house to help new students get ready for the fall semester.
To hear today's Writer's Alamanac, visit their website here
"Mick O'Connor's" by Seamus Eagan
FORGE, one of two a community-based revolving loan fund in Arkansas, helps small business owners and farmers in the Ozarks who would likely be turned down by conventional commercial banks. And as Jacqueline Froelich reports, the twenty-two year old micro-lender has just been infused with some major cash.
For more information visit forgeonline.com
College Career Centers assist students with the job hunting process by teaching resume writing, interview skills and job search strategies. Now, they're also helping students find the proper attire for their interviews.
For more information on the Walton College Career Center Closet, visit waltoncollege.uark.edu.
For more information on the UA Fort Smith Professional Clothing Closet, visit uafortsmith.edu.