Ozarks at Large

Ozarks at Large

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Ozarks at Large episodes

  • Ozarks at Large for Thursday, March 19, 2020
    On today's show, we have a daily update on the number of COVID-19 cases in the state, as well as the latest from the governor and his team of state experts. Plus, we speak with the CEO of Community Clinic about the four coronavirus testing and treatment sites the organization opened this week. And, we find out how Arts Live Theatre is bringing theatre into people's homes in a time of social distancing.
    54 min
  • Ozarks at Large for Wednesday, March 18, 2020
    On today's show, we have an update on the number of COVID-19 cases in the state, including the first positive coronavirus case reported in Northwest Arkansas. Plus, we tell you about a local mutual aid group that has formed on Facebook since the start of the outbreak. And, we speak with the director of economic vitality for the City of Fayetteville about the help struggling small businesses can get right now.
    54 min
  • Ozarks at Large for Tuesday, March 17, 2020
    On today's show, we hear from Governor Asa Hutchinson as he provides another briefing on the number of cases of COVID-19 in the state and a new waiver for those who are seeking unemployment. Plus, we head to Washington Regional Medical Center, which just opened coronavirus screening clinics in Fayetteville and Eureka Springs. And, we find out about the emergency measures passed by the Fayetteville City Council in a special meeting Monday afternoon in response to the virus.
    54 min
  • Ozarks at Large for Monday, March 16, 2020
    On today's show, we continue tracking the coronavirus developments in our region and the state, including the mandatory closure of all public schools in Arkansas and the price gouging laws that have gone into effect to protect consumers. Plus, we head to Eureka Springs where the cemetery commission is taking steps to control grave decorations after Confederate flags were placed on dozens of markers. And, we tell you about an independent bookshop that's getting ready to open in downtown
    54 min
  • Ozarks at Large for Friday, March 13, 2020
    On today's show, we have an update on the coronavirus situation in Arkansas as the governor announces more cases and discusses school closure procedures and the state's testing capacity. Plus, we head to Harrison, which just enacted a medical marijuana public use ordinance. And, we have music from local musician Dominic B. Roy.
    54 min
  • Ozarks at Large for Thursday, March 12, 2020
    On today's show, we have an update on the number of COVID-19 cases in Arkansas and how officials are responding to the spike. Plus, we tell you about how the Conservation Fund and Northwest Arkansas Land Trust have saved a 140-acre parcel from development in Benton County to donate to Pea Ridge National Military Park. And, we speak with the executive chef and founder of Yeyo's Mexican Grill about being a semifinalist for a James Beard Award.
    54 min
  • Ozarks at Large for Wednesday, March 11, 2020
    On today's show, we hear from the office of the Arkansas Secretary of Health as the state reports its first presumptive case of coronavirus. Plus, we head to the Fort Smith Police Department, which is now the first in the state with a Crisis Intervention and Mental Health Unit. And, we discuss how numbers can explain the world around us and help us understand what the future might hold with a Yale University behavioral economist.
    54 min
  • Ozarks at Large for Monday, March 9, 2020
    On today's show, we head to Springdale's Har-Ber High School where students will be able to take aviation courses starting next school year. Plus, we meet Gerrard Conley, the author of Boy Erased: A Memoir of Identity, Faith and Family , which was adapted into a feature film in 2018. And, we speak with a local pastor about the responsibility of making conversations better and more meaningful.
    54 min
  • Ozarks at Large for Friday, March 6, 2020
    On today's show, we learn about a summit to aid advocates who serve immigrant communities in our region. Plus, we hear from Michael Tilley, with Talk Business and Politics , who discusses how concern over the spread of the coronavirus is altering at least some activity with Northwest Arkansas connections. And, we speak with Northwest Arkansas-based Brick Fields about their new live album release.
    54 min
  • Ozarks at Large for Thursday, March 5, 2020
    On today's show, we head to the Shiloh Museum of Ozark History, which is holding a program on what's been identified as "racial terror lynching" in Washington County. Plus, we go to Onyx Coffee Lab, which is celebrating a couple of top victories at the U.S. Coffee Championships. And, we discuss food law and its many possible applications.
    54 min

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A daily news magazine highlighting the people, places and events of Northwest Arkansas and the Arkansas River Valley.

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