Ahead on this special day of service edition of Ozarks, we take a look at some of our recently produced stories involving service to the community. We pay a visit to the Booneville Human Development Center,and we see a mural that few will ever see. We also visit the LifeStyles Car Wash, learn about a bicycling program at Bentonville Public Schools and witness a sack lunch program that feeds thousands in Fort Smith.Ozarks At Large
Ahead on this special day of service edition of Ozarks, we take a look at some of our recently produced stories involving service to the community. We pay a visit to the Booneville Human Development Center,and we see a mural that few will ever see. We also visit the LifeStyles Car Wash, learn about a bicycling program at Bentonville Public Schools and witness a sack lunch program that feeds thousands in Fort Smith.In this week's week in review, Ozarks at Large's Timothy Dennis looks back at legislative stories, both at that local and state levels.
Ahead on this edition of Ozarks, the University of Arkansas Fort Smith has a book it wants you to read. The third installment of the UAFS "Read This" program begins later this month. And the things people collect. Last weekend dozens of collectors showed of thousands of their things at the Cabin Fever Reliever at Shiloh Museum in Springdale. From accordions to pottery, the collections were on display for one day only.Richard Sander is a law professor at UCLA and the author of the book Mismatch: How Affirmative Action Hurts Students It’s Intended to Help, and Why Universities Won’t Admit It. He recently visited the University of Arkansas.
Several cities made news this week with talks of real estate deals. Ozarks at Large's Timothy Dennis takes a look back at some of those stories
Governor Mike Beebe urges Republican state legislators to look at all possible solutions to shore up the shortfall in the state's Medicaid system, though he stated he is against using one-time budget surplus funds to close the gap. The city of Fayetteville looks into selling a bit of land in an effort to clear an eyesore in the name of new commerce.
Republican leaders of Arkansas' legislature met with the media yesterday to discuss their plans to shore up the state's Medicaid system during the upcoming legislative session. Fort Smith looks to purchase property for a new recreational facility, the first of its kind in the city. And Fayetteville is recognized as one of the most beautiful cities in the nation.
Kevin Jones is a professor of english and rhetoric at the University of Arkansas Fort Smith, but his new book uncovers parts of the city's history, using pictures from postcard to tell the story. Ozarks at Large's Timothy Dennis spoke with Dr. Jones about the book.
Mitchell Communications Group announced late last week that it had been acquired by Dentsu, a 111-year-old firm founded in Japan with headquarters in Tokyo and New York City. Just a few hours after the announcement Ozarks at Large’s Kyle Kellams talked to Elise Mitchell, the founder and CEO of Mitchell Communications.
Ahead on this edition of weekend Ozarks: we go to a unique geolocation in Carroll County. Plus, Robert Ginsburg takes a look back at some of his favorite jazz tunes from 2012. And a look at a new hall of fame headed soon to the streets of one local city.Latest Edition of Ozarks at Large
Friday, May 23, 2014
On this edition of Ozarks, we take a look at a new study that analyzes high school graduation rates in Arkansas. Also Dick Johnson stops by the Firmin-Garner Performance Studio.
Patty Loveless, Jesse Ventura and more in our history capsule for January 4.
Hanging out with a large purple dinosaur is one of Becca's entertainment picks for today.
“Sugar Sugar” by The Archies
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Roby Brock of www.talkbusiness.net focuses on the top business developments of 2010.
“Sugar Babe” by Steve Miller Band
Jacqueline Froelich provides an update on the tornado ravaged community of Cincinnati. Volunteers who wish to help can call 479-444-1722. Monetary donations can be made to the Red Cross.
"Glass Museum" by Tortoise
