The Arkansas State Dental Association will hold the annual Arkansas Mission of Mercy May 16-17 in Springdale. One dentist involved with organizing the effort says that the annual event attracts thousands of people, both patients and volunteers.
Ozarks At Large
Ahead on Ozarks, a local tech company receives a multi-million dollar contract from the Air Force and the Jones Center receives a $1 million pledge.
Arkansas Power Electronics International recently received a $3.5 million contract to develop a power module for the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter. The company's expertise in silicon carbide electronics will make the aircraft lighter and less reliant on some mechanical parts.
The American Red Cross is holding several blood drives in the coming weeks to help make up for the scarcity of donations that normally come during the summer months. Plus, the final honor flight takes off in Northwest Arkansas, And 4-H programs in the state get a boost from the Walmart Foundation.
Ahead on this edition of Ozarks, a look at the increasing educational accountability standards placed on the nation's 5-year-olds. Plus, Michael Pakko discusses the state's economy, and more.
Olivia's Basket has built nine homes in Mexico and Honduras, but the organization will hold its first ever public fundraiser next week in Fayetteville.
There are plenty of opportunities to get out during the next few days.
Latest Edition of Ozarks at Large
Wednesday, June 4, 2014
Ahead on this edition of Ozarks, Republican Attorney General runoff candidates discuss medical marijuana and the death penalty. Also, we take a look back at the desegregation of public swimming pools.
Kevin Arnold is inspired the things we see every day. His art is anything but the usual, though. A new exhibit of his work is at Arts Center of the Ozarks through the end of the month.
“Warm Room Blues” by Kelly Cecil
Second City and STOMP opened things up for the latest season of Walton Arts Center. Now the acts hit the stage in quick succession. We have a rundown of the next few weeks at the venue.
“Can't Hold On” by Catfish Jackson
The Ozarks Blues Society of Northwest Arkansas’ Blues Challenge hits both stages at George’s Majestic Lounge tonight in Fayetteville.
The University of Arkansas in Fayetteville issues guidelines for camping prior to the football game against Alabama this weekend, but guidelines aren't the only thing being issued on campus. Also, the city of Fayetteville abandons a plan to expand sidewalks on a downtown street.
"Miami" by Foals
The Fort Smith Sanitary Landfill is the largest in the state and now is self-sustaining. We took a tour last month.
