Michael Dorcas, herpetologist and professor at Davidson College in North Carolina, will speak this afternoon at 4:00 in Room 604 of the Science Building on the University of Arkansas campus. One of his areas of expertise is the problem of invasive Burmese pythons in southern Florida.
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Today, Fayetteville is celebrating its first community orchard, which is located at the Yvonne Richardson Community Center.
Roby Brock, from Talk Business Arkansas, says the House and Senate continue to consider private option funding while in session in Little Rock.
The Arkansas House yesterday again voted down the appropriation for the Private Option, a date is set for a lawsuit challenging the state's constitutional ban on same-sex marriage, the NWA Council calculates when the region will be home to half-a-million people, and Walmart plans to push more small stores in the coming year.
Ahead on this edition of Weekend Ozarks, we look at the history of The Lincoln Echo, the last in a long line of African American newspapers in Arkansas. Plus, we speak with one of the cast members of 'I Love Lucy On Stage,' and we find out how Martin Greer makes his sweet treats.
On this edition of Ozarks, a task force on race is working in Harrison to discuss the past, present and future of that city. And a student organization at the University of Arkansas is working to make sure a small town in Belize will have an ample supply of safe water in the future.On this edition of Ozarks, Roby Brock takes a look at the state's Lt. Governor's race. Also, the Springdale Police Department is offering a period of warrant amnesty for the next week.A producer and actor discuss the work that goes into Leo, which can be seen on stage at the Walton Arts Center Friday night.
Grant Tennille, the executive director of the Arkansas Economic Development Commission, and the creator of the LA*ish Documentary will on the University of Arkansas campus this week.
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Monday, March 31, 2014
On this edition of Ozarks, a preview of an upcoming grief seminar for bereaved parents. Also, Fort Smith releases an annual report on its homeless community.
The University of Arkansas is hosting the Human Library Program this Thursday and Friday for the campus community. The program aims to fight prejudice and stereotypes.
More information is available at www.humanlibrary.uark.edu and www.humanlibrary.org.
“Spring” by Mark O’Connor
John Brown University in Siloam Springs announced yesterday a gift of $4 million from an anonymous donor to help in the construction of a new banquet hall and a new collection of townhouse apartments for students.
Vice-President of University Advancement at John Brown University Dr. Jim Krall speaks with Kyle Kellams.
Governor Mike Beebe reacts to Mitsubishi’s announcement to put its wind turbine plant in Fort Smith on hold; Arkansas Razorback football coach Bobby Petrino involved in a single-motorcycle accident; and more – on today’s edition of Ozarks at Large Half-Time.
Becca Bacon Martin from Northwest Arkansas Newspapers has information on each one of those events.
“Dolphin” by Poe & “The Dusty Miller” by The Chieftans
To celebrate Ozarks at Large’s 22nd anniversary, we’re bringing you stories about interesting pairs.
Today, the duo Black and Tan returns to the Firmin-Garner Performance Studio.
“Driving” by Frans Bak
