Ozarks at Large

On today's show, we learn that the funding landscape for nonprofits is changing, and Goodmaker U is working to make its fundraising more efficient. Also, researching the historic connections between USAID and Arkansas. Plus, we learn about the only school in Arkansas offering bagpipe scholarships.

A film festival can be more than just screening movies. On today's show, we hear about the 5th annual Fort Smith International Film Festival, which celebrates not just art, but culture.  We also hear about the 20th season of TheatreSquared with a quiz connected—barely—to each of the season’s productions. Plus, River Valley headlines from Michael Tilley.

A new toolkit is being designed to help doctors prevent postpartum hemorrhages, one of the leading causes of maternal death. Also, a conversation with Scott Simon about the value of public radio. Plus, streets named after women in Northwest Arkansas.

School is back in session next week, and for some Rogers students, there is a substantial new addition: a donated fire truck.  Plus, another entry in the Adventure Arkansas Series tackles the state's largest trail. Also, a look back at a Lego competition.

On today's show, we hear how a Fayetteville nonprofit is working to get reparations for African American residents, despite pushback from the state government. Plus, a trip to the Pryor Center archives to talk about War Memorial Stadium. Also, a story from Ozarks at Large history takes us to Camp Invention.

On today's show, more questions about a proposed change to recycling in Fayetteville lead to more answers. Plus, a white supremacist group in northeast Arkansas may be in favor of the idea that “all press is good press. Also, a rundown of what to expect at Anvil Fest later this month.

A suspect in the double homicide case at Devil’s Den State Park has been arrested. Also, a film with a deep Arkansas connection is about to hit theaters, and the Writer and director, Tony Toast, talks about the movie. Plus, we learn more about the University of Fort Smith Center for Nonprofits.

Two new studies examine food insecurity in Arkansas from two very different angles. On today's show, we learn more about the UAMS-led work. Also, Tom Hapgood's first novel, “Lost Letters,” questions how much of an unknown past should remain unknown. Plus, a new art exhibition in Eureka Springs is proof that everything old is new again.

Using telehealth can help remove barriers for women seeking postpartum care who are struggling to get in-person care. On today's show, we learn how technology can help improve maternal outcomes.  Plus, we hear about the University of Arkansas' new muscadine varieties Mighty Fine and Altus and their Arkansas origin.  Also, this week’s list of music includes Danish rock, weekend jazz and Irish dance.

On today's show, we hear about a unique summer camp that inspires kids to travel to other worlds. Also, Little Rock Public Radio updates us about two town halls that took place on Saturday. Plus, a trip back into the Pryor Center archives to hear legendary political voices, including Wilbur Mills and Ted Kennedy.