
Ozarks At Large


Another ballot initiative group is moving forwarrd with petitions after the state's attorney general approved the wording of its measure, which would raise the minimum wage in Arkansas to $8.50. Booneville Community Hospital starts the new year with a new name and new management. Fayetteville is set to be recognized as a compassionate city. Thirteen Arkansas counties are declared disaster areas after the early December ice and snow storm. And with a budget set, the Sebastian County Quorum Court and Fort Smith Board of Directors agree on amenities to be placed in the future Ben Geren Aquatics Park.


On this first Monday of the first month of the year, we have the first installment in a monthly series looking more closely at the number of that month. Edmond Harris, math professor at the University of Arkansas, spoke with Christina Thomas about the importance of the number 1.

Arkansas Revenue totals for December came in above forecast, though state finance officials say that the increase is largely due to early deposits of securities fees. Governor Mike Beebe offers his thoughts on the landscape of Arkansas politics at the onset of his final year as governor. And, the Sebastian County Quorum Court and Fort Smith city board of directors will meet tonight to discuss amenities for the Ben Geren Aquatics Park.


Latest Edition of Ozarks at Large
Wednesday, March 26, 2016
On this edition of Ozarks, a conversation with House speaker designate Jeremy Gillam. Plus, we tour a compounding pharmacy in Johnson.
This week more specifics about the visit were announced. The visit will feature panel discussion With Sister Helen Prejean and Vincent Harding, as well as public talk. Jacqueline Froelich reports.
Michael Tilley, of www.thecitywire.com, says winter weather did nothing to slow down the news in the Arkansas River Valley.
The annual Earquake concert from the Fort Smith Symphony is a great concert. But few adults ever get to see it.
Melanie, James Bridges and more in our history capsule for February 3.
Acrobats and a comedian were affected by the storm, but Walton Arts Center has plenty set for the rest of February. Visit www.waltonartscenter.org for more information.