What Blues is to eastern Arkansas, Western Swing is to Western Arkansas. The unique American music style will be the star of a multifaceted public kickoff event for the upcoming Fort Smith International Film Festival with a special evening featuring the Arkansas premier of the documentary, “The Birth and History of Western Swing” followed by a dance featuring Western Swing RULES this evening beginning 5pm at the Fort Smith Museum of History. Pete speaks with Caroline Speir, Executive Director of FSMH, about tonight's event.
Senate passes Trump’s budget bill with major cuts to Medicaid and SNAP. Ozarks at Large spoke with Arkansas Advocates for Children and Families about the local impact.
One of the largest collections of oral histories in the United States is getting a boost from Arkansas. Last month, the Veterans History Project at the Library of Congress partnered with Sen. John Boozman’s office to host a pair of training sessions for individuals interested in contributing to the collection.
For those planning to light their own fireworks this weekend, safety is key. Ozarks at Large speaks with an expert from the Arkansas state fire marshal's office.