Wildlife biologist Joe Neal is perennially listening for bird songs. As you will hear, he's noticed an unusual trend this autumn. Joe Neal's latest book is "Birdside Baptist and Other Ornithological Mysteries." He is also coauthor, with Douglas James, of “Arkansas Birds,” published by the University of Arkansas press.Ozarks At Large
Wildlife biologist Joe Neal is perennially listening for bird songs. As you will hear, he's noticed an unusual trend this autumn. Joe Neal's latest book is "Birdside Baptist and Other Ornithological Mysteries." He is also coauthor, with Douglas James, of “Arkansas Birds,” published by the University of Arkansas press.Roby Brock from talkbusiness.net sits down with two fellow political observers for a final look at the state's races before the polls close.
Halloween is traditionally illustrated with images of skeletons, witches--and bats. But for bat conservationists, the spooky iconography is a reminder of a very grave situation. To learn more click here.On this edition of Ozarks at Large, the results of the 2010 Arkansas Poll discussed with Janine Parry, the director of the poll. Plus, the major party candidates for U.S. Senate cross Arkansas, Art Amiss 13 approaches and we look for ghosts in Eureka Springs.
Not everything we want to talk about fits into a nice, radio-size package. Here is the debut of our still-nameless list of things. Today's first edition includes QR readers, the possible beginning-of-the-end of the phone book and some good ol' vinyl records.
Have an idea for a name for the segment? Email kuafinfo@uark.edu.
Partially developed subdivisions, now abandoned, can be seen around our region. Biologist Joe Neal recently hiked one of them, a place he calls "Weedy Estates." Joe's latest book is "Birdside Baptist and Other Ornithological Mysteries."
On this edition of Ozarks at Large, a conversation with Rebecca Skloot about her book "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks." We also get ready for some ghosts at Peel Mansion in Bentonville, take a trip to Mount Sequoyah and more.Rebecca Skloot's amazing book, "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks" is this year's "One Book, One Community" selection for the University of Arkansas and Fayetteville.Residents looking for a scare this Halloween season can visit any number of haunted attractions in the area. In Fort Smith, the historical museum is hosting its annual trolley tour during the last two weekends of October.
More information is available at fortsmithmuseum.com.
More information is available at fortsmithmuseum.com.
Latest Edition of Ozarks at Large
Monday, March 24, 2014
Ahead on this edition of Ozarks at Large, upgrades to a nearly decade-old program are designed to more effectively connect consumers with local farmers. Plus, the deadline to sign up for health insurance under the Affordable Care Act is on the horizon. We learn about the consequences of failing to enroll in coverage.
Roby Brock leads a roundtable discussion on workforce education.
Planners for Pea Ridge National Military Park in northwest Arkansas in Garfield seek to return the American Civil War battlefield back to its original ecological nature. Chief Resources Manager, Kevin Eads takes us on a tour.
Becca says Creed's former lead singer will perform at Neumeier's Rib Room tonight.
Eleven acres adjacent to Gulley Park were recently put on the market. Friends of Gulley Park hope to raise the funds necessary to buy the property, expand the park and maintain the atmosphere of the current public space.
Local grocery shelves have a new local item on them. Bernice's Hellacious Hummus is make in northwest Arkansas.
