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.
Osage Creek Performing Arts Center will open July 3rd with a major headline act, Willie Nelson. Jacqueline Froelich takes us to the construction site. For tickets visit www.osagecreeklive.com.
This weekend in Bentonville Robert Wittman discussed his career investigating art theft at an event sponsored by Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art. Before he arrived here, he talked about his job and his new memoir, “Priceless.”
Steve Clark, the President and CEO of the Fayetteville Chamber of Commerce, is the latest guest in our Unlicensed Opinion segment. He talks to Kyle Kellams and Christopher Spencer about the various redistricting proposals making the rounds.
Les Baxter, Harding College and more in our history capsule for March 14.
Oda Mulloy recalls a summer camp that took place right after the end of World War II.
