As the state deals with historic flooding up and down the Arkansas River, the Arkansas Department of Health is reminding people to be mindful of the health risks associated with flood water and sewer overflows. Plus, the flooding doesn't just disrupt the lives of people, it also disrupts vulnerable wildlife. And John Brummett and Roby Brock discuss the problems with deciding if an Arkansas legislator is guilty of an ethical violation.

The population of the City of Bentonville has reached the 50,000 milestone, which presents additional opportunities and challenges, as well as changes to city government elections following the next full census in 2020. Plus, the No Kid Hungry Dinner hosted by Matthew McClure, the executive chef at the Hive at 21c Museum Hotel, returns to Bentonville. And, we hear from KUAF's new general manager, who will be taking over Rick Stockdell's role after 35 years.

The Chambers of Commerce in Northwest Arkansas are throwing their support behind the United Way to help with flood recovery in the River Valley. Plus, the City of Clarksville is poised to become the first city in the state to run 100 percent of its operations using solar energy. And, we find out more about Avistion Cadet World, which is the first and only museum dedicated to the history of American Aviation Cadets.

Michael Tilley of Talk Business and Politics examines the long-range effects the flooding in the River Valley will have on the region and state, while NPR National Correspondent Nathan Rott discusses his coverage of how the disaster is impacting farming. Plus, the University of Arkansas celebrates the opening of a trail system that includes a soft-surface mountain biking loop. And The Vine Brothers discusses the variety of musical genres that influenced the sound of their latest album.

The Hunt family of J.B. Hunt Transportation Company annouces it is making a $1 million investment every year for 10 years in early childhood education programs in Northwest Arkansas. Plus, Ozark Regional Transit continues to restore its fleet of buses after most of them were lost in a fire in 2017. And more on how and why the Ozark Regional Land Trust, which works to conserve thousands of acres of the Ozarks, occasionally has to divest of certain parcels.

Fort Smith residents and city leaders begin recovery efforts as the Arkansas River crests at 41 feet beating all previous records. Plus, two University of Arkansas professors find that placing imperceptible barcodes on products may prevent injuries among cashiers and lead to more retail efficiency. And the inaugural Pacific Islander Youth Summit is held at Har-Ber High School in Springdale.

The governor pledges financial assistance to areas affected by historic flooding in the River Valley and throughout the state. Plus, special elections are vital for funding municipal and county projects, but voter turnout is regularly low, which has some concerned about the process. And more about the IDEALS Institute that is opening this fall on the University of Arkansas campus.

On this Memorial Day edition of Ozarks at Large, a look back at several interviews that aired on the show over the last few months. Patsy Watkins discusses her book of images of Arkansans affected by the Great Depression that were taken by photographers from the Farm Security Administration. Plus, The Hate U Give author Angie Thomas explores the notions of privilege, belonging and code-switching. And Debby Shriver talks about her book about the plight of children involved in Tony Alamo's

A new exhibition that examines American artists' impact on shaping environmental understanding debuts at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art. Plus, the results of a community health needs assessment survey of the region reveals obesity, mental health and diabetes are top concerns among residents. And a replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial makes a stop in Bentonville.

Flooding along the Arkansas River is in the forecast for the River Valley following a stormy weekend that produced five EF-1 tornados. Plus, the outpouring of support for a Fayetteville coffee shop continues after the business was damaged when a car ran into it. And we celebrate World Turtle Day with an appreciation of turtles that inhabit Arkansas.