Ahead on this edition of Ozarks, finding balance between nature and technology; we speak with author Richard Louv about nature deficit disorder and possible ways to cure it. Plus, autism spectrum disorder is on the rise in Arkansas. We learn more about the Arkansas Autism Resource and Outreach Center.
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A dangerous strain of salmonella may be linked to a turkey slaughterhouse in Springdale, operated by Minnesota-based Cargill. We learn about the bacteria and how to protect ourselves from contamination.
Springfield, Missouri is preparing to host the inaugural Birthplace of Route 66 Festival this weekend. In honor of the event, this week we’ll talk about some interesting places along the route in Oklahoma, Missouri and Kansas.
Today, we visit the Route 66 Vintage Iron Museum in Miami, Oklahoma. To see some images from downtown Miami, click here.
The Arkansas Civil War Sesquicentennial Commission is commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Civil War in Arkansas. The Civil War Sesquicentennial will be celebrated between 2011 and 2015.
Arkansas METRO, a North Little Rock-based non-profit organization, is organizing a state-wide fan drive to help the needy cope with the unbearable heat.
For more information on how to donate or to find a list of AR METRO cooling centers across the state, visit www.arkansasmetro.org.
The New Great Passion Play in Eureka Springs is wrapping up their season. In addition, auditions for “The Trip to Bountiful” at Fort Smith Little Theater and for “Painting Churches” at Art Center of the Ozarks in Springdale.
“Tape Song” by The Kills
