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Format: 2024-12-29
New Arkansas Documentary “Natural State of America”
Written and produced by environmental anthropologist, Brian Campbell, the feature film profiles Ozark organic farmers and activists in Newton County struggling to protect their property and the Buffalo National River from herbicide spraying by Carroll Electric Cooperative on power line right-of-ways. Jacqueline Froelich speaks with Campbell and brings us a preview.

Story Addendum: With regard to it's herbicide vegetation management program, Carroll Electric Cooperative says members have prioritized reliable service at an affordable cost. As for petition validation to secure a ballot position for elections to the board, every signature is validated by match to membership records--with only one signature per membership accepted.
OAL Half Time
Increase in e-filing of Arkansas tax returns, development of a low cost water-treatment system at the U of A, Northwest Arkansans' performance at the Boston Marathon and No Impact Man for the fall 2011 One Book, One Community project -- on Ozarks at Large Half Time today.
Biodiesel
Energy Corps correspondent Christina Thomas reports on the pros and cons of biodiesel produced from used cooking oil from university cafeterias.
Tuesday, April 12, 2011
On this spring fundraising edition of Ozarks at Large, Grammy-nominated musician John Two Hawks performs in the Firmin-Garner Performance Studio and the much-debated issue of redistricting looks closer to a resolution. Wayne Bell discusses local blogs and their appeal, and jazz entertainer Barbara Mashburn discusses her scholarship foundation's annual fundraiser.
Becca's To-Do List for Today
Dance, music, books and Pettigrew Day will keep Northwest Arkansans entertained.
Audio Extra: Felipe Fernández-Armesto
Felipe Fernández-Armesto discusses his book Food: A History and more.
Thursday, March 31, 2011
Roby Brock takes a quick look at a flurry of activities in the State Capitol; the State Legislature considers Arkansas Charter School accountability and limits; Fort Smith's Michael Tilley on new jobs, media shield law and more -- on this edition of Ozarks at Large.
Counting Down
Roby Brock from www.talkbusiness.net looks back at some key legislations of the 88th General Assembly.
A Poetic Monday
"At the Bureau of Divine Music" at Nightbird Books.
March 25 in History
Béla Bartók, Freeman Owens and more in our history capsule for March 25.

Latest Edition of Ozarks at Large

Friday, March 28, 2014
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Ahead on this edition of Ozarks, Isayah's Allstars performs inside the Firmin-Garner Performance Studio, details on a festival that celebrates edamame, and Michael Tilley from The City Wire gets us up to date on the week in news.
Do You Like Cirque du Soleil?
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Cirque du Soleil’s Dralion in North Little Rock, the Trans-Siberian Orchestra in Tulsa, and more entertainment choices are available near the northwest Arkansas area.
OAL Half-Time for December 12
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The Springdale Municipal Airport plans expansion, and Walmart launches an internal investigation to determine whether its overseas operations have complied with U.S. federal law regarding permits, licenses and inspections.
“Settling with Power” by El Ten Eleven
“Is This Seat Taken?”
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Author Kristin S. Kaufman visited KUAF’s Anthony and Susan Hui News Studio last week to discuss her book, and what we can learn from chance encounters.
Crystal Bridges Secures Gift for Hands-On Education at the Museum
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Yesterday, Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art announced a $1 million gift from the Shewmaker family to encourage hands-on education at the museum.
Church Hosts Candlelight Service in Memory of Children
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Rolling Hills Baptist Church in Fayetteville will host a candle lighting service for families who’ve lost a child this Sunday at 7 p.m . For more information, visit www.rollinghillsbaptistchurch.net or call Pastor Steve Sheely at 521-2660.
“Sunspots” by Bob Mould