Ozarks at Large
Weekdays at noon and 7 p.m. and Sundays at 9 a.m. on 91.3 FM and Weekdays at 7 p.m. on Little Rock Public Radio
A daily news magazine highlighting the people, places and events of Northwest Arkansas and the Arkansas River Valley.
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City of Fort Smith officials are continuing to improve their community’s walkability. On March 11, the city approved a new Greenway that will allow residents in urban areas to take part in active transportation, connecting them to businesses and public-use buildings. Ozarks at Large’s Jack Travis visited the planned route for the new path this week and spoke with city officials to learn more.
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Today's "Sound Perimeter" features music inspired by flowers, as we were reminded of the profound connection between nature and art.
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In this week's edition of the "Northwest Arkansas Business Journal," we hear from former cybersecurity executive and resident entrepreneur Sajan Gautam. Host Paul Gatling caught up with Gautam at a recent event hosted by the Fuel Accelerator.
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On today's show, providing options to men when it comes to birth control. Also, a new greenway is being constructed in Fort Smith. Plus, warmer weather brings out the jazz.
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Last week on Ozarks at Large, we heard from Kristina Jones, Fayetteville’s Volunteer and Ecological Programs coordinator, and Brian Pugh, Waste Reduction Coordinator, about a city-wide cleanup that took place last weekend. The cleanup was successful, and the conversation went into the city’s broader environmental goals. Ozarks at Large’s Jack Travis spoke with Kristina and Brian about those goals.
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Much like wild grapes, persimmons, and paw paws that seasonally fruit on the Ozarks, edible mushroom varieties also appear in early spring, summer and autumn. Jacqueline Froelich takes us foraging for springtime mushrooms on the Boston Mountains, guided by sustainable wild foods forager, Jake Parette.
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The HopOut and the Haus of Untz are two organizations based in Northwest Arkansas known for hosting safe, inclusive concerts and musical events in the area. OAL’s Sophia Nourani spoke with the founders of HopOut, and two out of the three founders of the Haus of Untz about their upcoming collaboration "HopHaus", taking place on May 24 at George’s Majestic lounge.
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University of Arkansas English professor Robert Cochran's latest book looks at the collected work of Arkansas author Charles Portis.
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On today's show, prioritizing education for environmental programs in Fayetteville. Also, foraging for springtime mushrooms. Plus, a deep dive into the work of Charles Portis.
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The Harry S. Truman Foundation Scholarship brings together the most promising students to embark on their career of public service. Several UofA students have been finalists or won the award, but one current student is this year's only finalist.