Ozarks at Large

Observations for the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday included song, prayer and reflection. On today's show, we listen back to this past weekend's celebration of Dr. King in northwest Arkansas. We’ll also hear Shannon Wurst and Ed Carr preview their concert in Rogers. Plus, Ozarks at Large’s Sophia Nourani takes the temperature of the regional music scene with music promoter and artist Joe Swink.

The Arkansas Legislature is in recess today for the Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday but will return to work tomorrow. On today's show, we hear a preview of the second week of the 95th General Assembly. Also, a multi-decade trip through Arkansas with archives from the Pryor Center. Plus, an effort to give up-and-coming bands a place to play.

On today's show, we hear about the thousands of pieces that make up The Heart Project at the Fayetteville Public Library. Also, Michael Tilley from Talk Business and Politics tells us about Fort Smith getting nearly $25 million for trails. Plus, April Wallace shares a paranormal weekend in Eureka Springs and the music of the Temptations on stage.

There are fewer than 50 trained doulas in Arkansas, and UAMS wants to double that number. On today's show, we hear about a new program covering the full cost of training for 80 doulas. Also, the Arkansas General Assembly continues at the State Capitol, and lawmakers are establishing their preferences for legislation. Plus, Ozark at Large’s Sophia Nourani speaks with the Ozark Mountain Music Festival's “Artist at Large” John Mailander.

Northwest Arkansas continues to grow, and cities are trying to ensure the water supply keeps pace. On today's show, we talk about water leaks and growth. Also, Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders lines out her priorities for the 95th General Assembly in her State of the State address. Plus, the Northwest Arkansas Martin Luther King, Jr. Council will host the 29th annual Recommitment Celebration.

Some scientific research and a hunch led to nearly $3 million from the National Institute of Health. On today's show, we’ll hear more about the work of examining a virus that will hopefully lead to a vaccine. Also, studying pathogens that can make the jump from animals to humans. Plus, the Wonders of Winter Wildlife at Hobbs State Park.

Artificial Intelligence is part of the present and our future, but how can it help provide better medical care? On today's show, we hear about a conference hosted by the Alice Walton School of Medicine and Stanford Medicine at Crystal Bridges to investigate just that. Also, we hear about the decades-long relationship between Jimmy Carter and Bill Clinton. Plus, the Mount Sequoyah cross is getting a tune-up.

The first snowfall of 2025 is here, and on today's show, Ozarks at Large’s Jack Travis reports there is help available for getting through winter. Plus, Chloe Kimes is returning to Fort Smith. Also, Michael Tilley from Talk Business and Politics says the tourism industry remains strong in Arkansas.

On today's show, we learn how to improve our civic education and why it's important, even though it's not an election year. Plus, six years of opening up a microphone to any performer. Also, we find out what a music census of northwest Arkansas can tell us.

On today's show, we’ll learn more about drama at the state’s highest court. Also, a researcher investigates whether there is water on Mars. Plus, Roy Reed discusses the adrenaline rush of writing on a deadline.