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Ozarks at Large

KUAF 91.3 Public Radio

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

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54:58

Stress management's impact on women's health —...

Ozarks at Large ·

2026/03/31

On today's show, we explore how regulating your nervous system became an online trend, and its impact on the larger issue of women and anger. We also look ahead to the Arkansas Legislature’s fiscal session. Plus, we hear about a new KUAF Live Session featuring Monsoon.

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54:58

Underfunded supportive services — Inclusive Prom

Ozarks at Large ·

2026/03/30

On today's show, we hear about a study from the Arkansas Department of Human Services that finds that supported living services in the state are severely underfunded. Plus, we remember a nearly-forgotten Arkansas kidnapping 60 years ago. We also get details about Inclusive Prom.

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54:59

Ozarks at Large: "But Wait, There’s More!"

Ozarks at Large ·

2026/03/27

On today's show: "But Wait, There’s More," extended editions of stories from voices we’ve heard on our show recently. We don’t always have time to broadcast all of an interesting conversation, but today we do.

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54:59

Arkansas civic dis-engagement — Earth Week

Ozarks at Large ·

2026/03/26

On today's show, we learn that it’s not just voters who aren’t turning out to the polls in Arkansas-- it’s candidates, too. Also, we explore a new exhibit of facsimiles that allows us to see what texts from hundreds of years ago looked like. Plus, we hear from Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders about her goals for the upcoming fiscal session of the state legislature.

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54:59

Federal engineers building infrastructure, not...

Ozarks at Large ·

2026/03/25

On today's show, the US Army Corps of Engineers is looking to build infrastructure, not paperwork, and we learn what that means. Plus, we learn about a new startup in Rogers that describes itself as DoorDash for garment repair. We also go the Other Way with Becca Martin Brown.

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54:59

The impacts of Medicaid work requirements — Balanced...

Ozarks at Large ·

2026/03/24

On today's show, we hear that Arkansas will start implementing new federal work requirements for Medicaid recipients and how that development will affect nearly 6,000 Arkansans who have HIV. Plus, we learn you can get older in a healthier way with a little work. We also get a roundup of live music in the coming week.

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55:00

Combatting Arkansas' near-total abortion ban —...

Ozarks at Large ·

2026/03/23

On today's show, we hear four women and a physician are suing the state for its near-total abortion ban. Plus, the Pryor Center archives help us remember a clown, a foster home takes note of National Puppy Day and we go to the Fat Fashion Show at the Medium in Springdale.

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54:59

Low funding for public schools — How sports could change

Ozarks at Large ·

2026/03/20

On today's show, we hear about a new report that shows that Arkansas’ investment in K-12 public education is significantly below the national average. Plus, we explore the unpredictable future of sports. We've also got a weekly rundown of the latest news from the River Valley with Michael Tilley of Talk Business & Politics.

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54:58

Judge blocks 10 Commandments law — Honeysuckle Jam(s)

Ozarks at Large ·

2026/03/19

On today's show, we learn that a federal judge has blocked a handful of Arkansas school districts from displaying posters of the Ten Commandments. Plus, we speak to the VA in Fayetteville's new director. We also hear some music from the duo Honeysuckle Jam.

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54:58

Responding to disaster — Remembering Mike Flynn

Ozarks at Large ·

2026/03/18

On today's show, we learn that preparing for natural disaster response is a group effort in the emergency management world. Plus, we hear that when the power goes out, it might take a while to get the lights back on, or it might take a lot of work. We also recall the late Mike Flynn.

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54:59

Neurodiversity in the NWA workplace — A leprechaun...

Ozarks at Large ·

2026/03/17

On today's show, we hear that a new study shows 3 in 10 neurodivergent Northwest Arkansas adults are unemployed or underemployed. Plus, we learn journalists around the nation are celebrating Sunshine Week and the importance of public records requests. We also have a conversation with a leprechaun.... Sort of.

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54:58

The burdensome cost of childcare — Explaining SNAP's...

Ozarks at Large ·

2026/03/16

On today's show, we learn that nearly 7 in 10 mothers in Arkansas view childcare costs as a barrier to employment. Plus, we explore the Pryor Center archives and continue to reflect on coverage of a previous war in the Middle East. And we get a brand new edition of Sound Perimeter.

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54:59

'Common Threads' in American history — A...

Ozarks at Large ·

2026/03/13

On today's show, we tour a new exhibit at Crystal Bridges that recognizes the nuanced history of 250 years of America. Plus, we hear about a new play inspired by Dickson Street Bookshop hitting the stage and coming together in a different kind of way. Plus, a rundown of this week’s headlines from the River Valley with Michael Tilley of Talk Business and Politics.

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54:59

Improving teen health — Soccer at Razorback Stadium

Ozarks at Large ·

2026/03/12

On today's show, we learn about a Mississippi-based nonprofit that is hoping to address the challenges of health access and information for teens in Arkansas. We also explore a different kind of football coming to Razorback Stadium later this month. Plus, we hear from the founders of the Northwest Arkansas Fat Fashion Show.

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54:59

Incubators and accelerators — 'Captain Blood'

Ozarks at Large ·

2026/03/11

On today's show, we report that the University of Arkansas’ Office of Entrepreneurship and Innovation is back in action. Plus, we listen to a MacArthur genius talk about uncertainty, fear and the value of imagination. And bazookas! But not those bazookas. We explain in this edition of Ozarks at Large.

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54:59

Name, image and likeness at UARK — 'Me Like Bees'...

Ozarks at Large ·

2026/03/10

The University of Arkansas and its athletics department are tasked with raising more money, and today's show, we hear that student leaders are concerned that this might mean an additional fee for students. Plus, we learn what it means when a song gets traction on social media. We also get a roundup of live music in the region.

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54:59

Teachers picking up second jobs — Dropping Hairpins...

Ozarks at Large ·

2026/03/09

On today's show, we hear about a new report that shows that more than seven in 10 teachers nationwide are working an additional job. Plus, the Pryor Center archives take us back to the beginning of another armed conflict in the Middle East. We also learn about a new monthly happy hour at The Momentary, designed to build queer community.

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54:59

A professor, her peers argue for her job — Holistic...

Ozarks at Large ·

2026/03/06

On today's show, we hear about a University of Arkansas professor, suspended for social media posts about Israel, Gaza and Iran, who has been recommended for reinstatement. Plus, we take a holistic view of women’s health. We also bring a roundup of this week’s headlines from the River Valley.

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54:58

The impact of student housing — Rising from the...

Ozarks at Large ·

2026/03/05

On today's show, we continue the conversation about student housing in Fayetteville as the University of Arkansas’ enrollment passes 34,000 students. Plus, we learn that recent CDC data shows Arkansas is one of six states where prenatal care is improving, although the state still ranks in the bottom ten. We also hear about new festivals in the Upper Ramble.

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54:59

2026 primary election results — AI meets healthcare

Ozarks at Large ·

2026/03/04

On today's show, we examine election results and what that means for future politics. Plus, we learn how to prepare for the best outcomes for the integration of AI into healthcare. We also go The Other Way with Becca Martin Brown.

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