Ozarks at Large

On today's show, a discussion about the many facets of violence and the ways in which we define it. Plus, a rundown of all the theater, concerts and workshops happening the rest of this month. And, we celebrate Palindrome Week with an interview from our archives.

On today's show, we hear from a former Buffalo National River archeologist about the looting of prehistoric and historic sites in the Ozarks. Plus, the University of Arkansas breaks ground on a new $45-million Student Success Center. And, we hear musicians' thoughts on country music, dignity, and genre stereotypes ahead of the premiere of Ken Burns' County Music documentary this weekend.

On today's show, a Bentonville church is hosting a workshop with the goal of creating an understanding of how people can become conscious allies to members of the Black community. Plus, more on what attendees can expect at a climate strike later this month. And, we have information about an upcoming summit that will focus on the rural workforce.

On today's show, we hear from people who knew Walter Turnbow, one of Springdale's best-known civic leaders. He died this week at the age of 95. Plus, the Arkansas Department of Health is confirming two cases of vaping-related illness in the state. And, we hear from experts on dosing and impairment risks as dispensaries roll out medical cannabis to patients.

On today's show, more on a second-annual event that highlights mental health services in the region. Plus, the City of Fayetteville is poised to take over ownership of Highway 71B from the state highway department. And, the U of A is training a couple of fluffy recruits in the explosives surveillance and community outreach fields.

On today's show, more about a nonprofit that provides legals services, as well as community education and support, to immigrants and refugees. Plus, we examine the relationship between church and state in the U.S. with Mark Killenbeck, who will lead an Honors College Signature Seminar at the U of A. And, the City of Fayetteville makes a giant leap in its effort to run all of its facilities using renewable energy.

On today's show, The Bail Project, which helps people pay their bail to get out of jail following an arrest, arrives in Northwest Arkansas. Plus, one of Yayoi Kusama's Infinity Mirror Rooms arrives at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art. And, a new executive director is set to arrive at NWACC's Brightwater culinary school at the end of this month.

On today's show, we speak with a University of Arkansas law professor who examines the causes and effects of Islamophobia in a new book. Plus, we go to the Ann Brown Memorial School, which is the first in the state to use the Sudbury method of teaching. And, we hear from the six singer-songwriters currently being hosted by the House of Songs.

On today's show, the Rogers School District is starting the new year with a new emergency radio system. Plus, the Blue Man Group is getting its next nationally-touring show ready at a local theater. And, a Fayetteville gallery readies for an exhibition featuring works done by artists with disabilities and other challenges.

On today's show, how Springdale students are helping the city carry out a monarch butterfly habitat cultivation initiative. Plus, Startup Junkie's NWA Startup Crawl is back for a third year. And, we head to a U of A marching band practice to find out why they have replaced paper sheet music with digital scores.