People often joke about the poor diet of the average college student; however, for some, it's a very serious issue. To ensure that none of its students or staff members go hungry, the UA is establishing a food pantry.
Ozarks At Large
Today we hear from Mel Brooks, the comedy legend, about how he developed Young Frankenstein into a film and staged musical. Plus two holiday musical events this weekend are previewed and more.
Mel Brooks, the comedy legend, talked to Kevin Kinder of Northwest Arkansas Newspapers about how he developed Young Frankenstein and why he can't recall much about Fayetteville.
To hear more from Mel Brooks, click here.
On this edition of Ozarks, a photographic record of a modern ghost town in eastern Oklahoma, a new invention that might change how poultry litter is applied to fields in the Ozarks and more.
Walton Arts Center has holiday music, holiday comedy and a Mel Brooks classic coming to the stage.
Two area photographers recently visited a modern ghost town, Picher, just west of the Arkansas border. To view photos from the visit go to www.hudsonphotos.blogspot.com and www.facebook.com/novostudio.
On this edition of Ozarks at Large, Arkansas Senator Mark Pryor discusses Don't Ask, Don't Tell, the lame duck Congress, and more. Plus, an audit that you can look forward to scheduling, and how to put about a million Christmas songs into three minutes.
Youth Bridge is preparing to host its 3rd annual It's a Wonderful Life gala next week.
Few people look forward to an audit, but an energy audit can save a home or office cash.
On this edition of the show, a report about the expansion plans for Walton Arts Center, announced last night. Click here to listen to an exclusive interview with Walton Art Center CEO Peter Lane. Plus, Dr. Reem Bassiouney from Georgetown University talks about her book "The Pistachio Seller," and her readings in Fayetteville today and tonight. We also welcome The Waymores to the Firmin Garner Performance Studio before their concert tonight at Goodfolk in Fayetteville.
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Sunday, March 23, 2014
Ahead on this edition of Weekend Ozarks, the sacrifices some professors make when they sign on as an adjunct instructor. Plus, the personal papers of the prominent Arkansas politician Dale Bumpers are opened at the University of Arkansas.
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.