As Bentonville students and school board vote on potential mascots for the district's new high school, superintendent Michael Poore is also concerned with the building's design.
Ozarks At Large

The Arkansas Forestry Commission is warning state residents that March is prime time for wildfire conditions. The Arkansas Election Commission is being taken to court over rules for absentee ballots under the state's new voter ID law. And a new report details the challenges and successes the state faces in regards to childrens' health.

So will Artosphere come May. Beth Bobbitt with Walton Arts Center has the lineup for the fifth annual arts and nature festival.
In this installment of What's in a Name, we look at the history of Benton, the county and the ville.
Catch a play at Rogers High School, or attend a festival of colors in Fayetteville's Wilson Park.

Students are counting down the days until Spring Break and parents are thinking up activities. Becca Martin Brown has this list for Washington County.

Latest Edition of Ozarks at Large
Thursday, April 17, 2014
Ahead on this edition of Ozarks, Mexico's history is long, rich and often misunderstood. We talk with a historian who has written eleven books on the subject. Plus, a conversation with a gubernatorial candidate who cites his business background as sufficient experience to serve in higher office in the state. And, a preview of the inaugural Homegrown Festival, debuting next week in Siloam Springs
Michael Tilley from our content partner www.thecitywire.com discusses the closure of Fortis Plastics’ Fort Smith plant, some football, and more.
“Bloomdido” by Charlie Parker
The historic Clayton House in Fort Smith is hosting history tours with a twist for visitors.
For more information, log on to www.claytonhouse.org.
Becca Bacon Martin has details on author Daniel Woodrell’s Fayetteville visit, and a performance at the Alma Performing Arts Center tonight.
“Back in Black” by Vitamin String Quartet
Jodi Beznoska with Walton Arts Center has details on several upcoming events.
Monday’s cook-off will benefit Meals on Wheels and Joplin tornado relief efforts.