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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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54:59

Teaching students the basics of hip-hop — The Human...

Ozarks at Large ·

2025/01/06

On today's show, the Fayetteville Public Library initiates conversations that otherwise might not happen. Our film critic, Courtney Lanning, delivers her ten favorite movies of 2024. Plus, the Walton Arts Center brings hip-hop and more to Fayetteville schools.

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Our favorite stories from 2024

Ozarks at Large ·

2025/01/02

On today’s show, we continue our journey through the 2024 archives and bring you a few of our favorite stories: building affordable homes at the University of Arkansas, Olympic medalists who trained in Northwest Arkansas, the moons of Saturn and live music from Abby Pierce.

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54:58

Getting outside throughout 2024

Ozarks at Large ·

2025/01/02

On today’s show, we begin a new year with a reminder of what makes our region great: the outdoors. We’ll spend some time with the creatures outside, remnant prairies and even Civil War-era cannons.

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54:59

Facing disaster: How NWA pulled through

Ozarks at Large ·

2024/12/31

On today’s show, we remember one of the biggest stories to occur in our region in 2024: the outbreak of tornadoes across northwest Arkansas. Our coverage of the immediate aftermath as well as a conversation with two artists who are uniquely commemorating it.

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Remembering those we lost in 2024

Ozarks at Large ·

2024/12/30

On today’s show, we remember some friends of the show we’ve lost this year. Randy Dixon of the Pryor Center discusses the death of David Pryor, plus the life and music of Zakir Hussain.

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54:59

NWA trails, schools to become 'excellent' — Balancing...

Ozarks at Large ·

2024/12/20

On today’s show, we are considering design in northwest Arkansas, including along the Razorback Greenway. Also, we discuss ways to stay healthy during a time of travel, pie and parties. Plus, Michael Tilley and April Wallace bring us news and local events, respectively.

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54:59

Finding connection on social media — The Walton Arts...

Ozarks at Large ·

2024/12/19

On today's show, the surprising impact of social media on young people. Also, Lorie Tudor reflects on a four-decade career with the Arkansas Department of Transportation in this week's Northwest Arkansas Business Journal edition. Plus, we hear from actors in the Walton Arts Center's last production in 2024.

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54:59

The state of renting in Fayetteville — 'Tornado Town'

Ozarks at Large ·

2024/12/18

On today's show, we discuss a city ordinance in Fayetteville to cap rental fees. Also, the podcast People of Northwest Arkansas shares the stories of everyday people in our region. Plus, we hear about a unique commemoration of the spring tornado that struck Rogers.

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54:59

Cyclocrossin' in Fayetteville — Nelson Orr honored

Ozarks at Large ·

2024/12/17

On today's show, we host a conversation with leaders from Experience Fayetteville and USA Cycling about next year's Cyclocross National Championships in Fayetteville. Also, after more than 100 years, Nelson Orr is honored in Downtown Fayetteville. Plus, a celebration of the Little Red River and trout fishing.

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55:00

The Marshall Islands Arkansas consulate — 'Lord of...

Ozarks at Large ·

2024/12/16

On today's show, we hear about a new Consul General for the Republic of the Marshall Islands who is based in northwest Arkansas. Also, Pryor Center archives this week give us an insight into a longtime Arkansas Parliamentarian. Plus, a new Sound Perimeter from Lia Uribe.

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Treating prisoners who have PTSD — Helping nonprofits...

Ozarks at Large ·

2024/12/12

On today's show, we hear about grant funding that has been awarded to the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences to provide therapeutic care to incarcerated people diagnosed with PTSD. Also, the Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation celebrates 50 years of work by honoring its past work by launching a new initiative to help Arkansas nonprofits work in the next half-century. Plus, an athlete takes a cold swim.

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A better response to mental health crises — Paying...

Ozarks at Large ·

2024/12/11

On today's show, we hear how the University of Arkansas School of Social Work and the Fayetteville Police Department have paired up to handle mental health crises more effectively. Also, learning from a scholar at risk who works to promote the literature of women writers from Afghanistan. Plus, we have more about a report that states workers in Arkansas were owed more than $1.5 million in back wages from employers.

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55:00

Pine restoration efforts bolster a threatened species...

Ozarks at Large ·

2024/12/10

On today's show, a years-long restoration process in the Ouachita National Forest produces unexpected results, like finding a remnant population of rare woodpeckers. Also, Steve Schlanger explains the multitasking required to broadcast sports. Plus, Two Friends Books in Bentonville begins a nonprofit venture.

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Making compost cool again, Bentonville drivers flout...

Ozarks at Large ·

2024/12/09

In today's show, we discuss a new public-private partnership in Fayetteville aimed at collecting food waste for composting. We also explore Steve Clark's career in Little Rock and Fayetteville. Additionally, the Bentonville Bulletin provides updates on a current issue facing the Bentonville School District.

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55:00

Remembering those we lost, Exploring the Little...

Ozarks at Large ·

2024/12/06

On today’s show, a conversation with Pastor Steve Sheely from Rolling Hills Baptist Church about the annual candlelight service for parents who have lost a child. Plus, sharing a love for the Little Missouri River. Also, Michael Tilley from Talk Business and Politics explains what change on the Fort Smith Board of Directors could mean.

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54:58

What could more engineers mean for NWA, investigating...

Ozarks at Large ·

2024/12/05

On today's show, more engineers in Arkansas may contribute to a more robust economy. Plus, reporter Daniel Caruth speaks with an economic policy expert about an increase in child labor violations in Arkansas. We also get ready for a polar plunge, holiday markets and more.

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54:59

The local impact of tariffs, the history of the...

Ozarks at Large ·

2024/12/04

On today's show, we discuss President-Elect Donald Trump's proposed tariffs on three of America’s largest trading partners and how that will impact Arkansans. Also, an examination of one the most successful political campaigns of the past 50 years, the anti-abortion movement. Plus, a conversation with Becca Martin Brown about the University of Arkansas Fort Smith Opera.

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54:59

How suspensions affect students, 'A Christmas Carol'...

Ozarks at Large ·

2024/12/03

On today's show, a new study on the impacts of school suspensions and depression. Also, finding the voice of Scrooge for one last 'A Christmas Carol' performance. Plus, we ask the NPR Culture Desk for book recommendations.

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54:59

Health through movement, Helen Gurley Brown

Ozarks at Large ·

2024/12/02

On today's show, the latest research into exercise says it's not just movement but also medicine. Also, Lia Uribe helps us make connections in a new edition of Sound Perimeter. Plus, we remember publisher and writer Helen Gurley Brown with archives from the Pryor Center.

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OAL Archives: Teni Rane, DJ SH33P, 'Native Nations'

Ozarks at Large ·

2024/11/29

Today, we visit some of our favorite conversations from earlier this year, including a visit from singer/songwriter Teni Raines. Plus, Kathleen Duvall discusses her book. And DJ SH33P talks about his career and a big show he performed this year.

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