Ahead on this edition of weekend Ozarks: a book club celebrates its centennial with a visit to the cemetery, and a unique musical garden is being installed in Eureka Springs.Ozarks At Large
Ahead on this edition of weekend Ozarks: a book club celebrates its centennial with a visit to the cemetery, and a unique musical garden is being installed in Eureka Springs.
Ahead on this edition of Ozarks, a Fayetteville book club celebrates its centennial with a visit to a local cemetery. Plus, the Arkansas Philharmonic Orchestra begins its season with an emphasis on the cello. We speak with cellist Stephen Gates about his favorite instrument.The One Book, One Community series of events continues tonight with the author of the book, The Working Poor speaking on the Univeristy of Arkansas campus. Becca Martin Brown says that’s just one of the the possibilities for a night out tonight.
A number of Arkansas doctors have spoken out against the medical marijuana issue to be decided next month by state voters, the new Arkansas Poll was released yesterday, and the Arkansas men's golf team finishes its fall season of play.
An event to increase awareness about homelessness will soon be held in Fort Smith, Arkansas' Attorney General gives the OK for the city of Fayetteville to give money to the University of Arkansas, and the Arkansas Department of Health is preparing for flu season.
Ahead on this edition of Ozarks at Large, a uniquely toned sculpture park in Eureka Springs, and Richard White with a look to the past to explain the present.Ahead on this edition of Ozarks, Michael Tilley from TheCityWire.com takes a look at the latest housing numbers for Northwest Arkansas. Plus, alternative fuel vehicles on display, the secrets of miniature golf explained and more.The local down-tempo dream pop band SW/MM/NG plays an all-ages show with Portland, Ore., polyrhythmic pop act BRAINSTORM at Nightbird Books on Dickson Street in Fayetteville Monday. "Ozarks at Large's" Katy Henriksen has this preview.
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Northwest Technical Institute in Springdale looks to build a new facility to expand its medical program offerings, two University of Arkansas system entities form a major partnership, and the Arkansas Department of Health takes precautionary measures to ensure no tainted medicines are distributed in the state.
Political partiers push into the Natural State this week, the city of Fayetteville looks for input on planning a rapidly developing corridor and a scholarship is dedicated in memory of a former Razorback.
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Thursday, May 15, 2014
Ahead on this edition of Ozarks: in an effort to facilitate further business success in Arkansas, the Arkansas Economic Development Commission has launched a new website, ArkansasFavorsTheBold.com. We'll have a conversation with Grant Tennille, that organization's executive director. Plus, the Fourth Congressional District, geographically the largest in the state is in the midst of a heated Republican race this primary season. We have part one in a series of conversations with each candidate.
In the span of 35 years, The Austin Lounge Lizards have released 11 albums including one this year. The band has a loyal following around the country, and when they were in Fayetteville recently, they stopped by the Firmin-Garner Performance Studio for a live set on The Pickin' Post. Here's one of the songs from that set.
Governor Mike Beebe yesterday released the results of an investigation into the Arkansas Department of Community Correction, and that systemic problems exist within the department. Excess state revenue in October may be needed later this year, according to a state economist. Work gets underway at Fayetteville's Wilson Park, as renovations begin to the buildings at the park's pool. A longtime lobbyist for the U of A announces his retirement. And the Walton College of Business gets another favorable ranking.
"Vivian Leigh's Veins" by Kaki King
Two years ago we reported on plans by the University of Arkansas-Fayetteville to establish a comprehensive support program for students with high functioning autism. Nine students are now enrolled. The UA is among two-dozen colleges offering such services.
Some kids may like athletics or marching band, but one effort in Fayetteville aims to nurture the next generation of nerds in a positive atmosphere.
"A Streetcar Named Desire" by Kenny Burrell
Becca Martin Brown gives us the details of the big food and wine week in Eureka Springs.
