Aiden Dixon

Randy Dixon of the Pryor Center traces Winthrop Rockefeller's path from a Rockefeller childhood to Texas oil fields, wartime Okinawa, then Arkansas, with historian John Kirk in part one of two.

Federal officials verbally denied Arkansas' request to renew ARHOME, the state's private-option Medicaid expansion. Camille Richoux of Arkansas Advocates says 200,000 enrollees face uncertainty.

On today's show, we explore misconceptions around contraception that can lead to risks for women and girls of all ages in Arkansas. We also learn the Urban Land Institute is offering faith-based organizations information on supporting affordable housing projects. Plus, we hear new sounds in Stella Boyle Smith Concert Hall.

The weeks and months after birth are generally thought of as a time of abundant joy. A new member of the family joining the fold and ushering in an exciting time for parents. But, for a surprising number of mothers, the postpartum period brings with it a host of mental health struggles.

On today's show, we hear about how maternal healthcare in Arkansas is lacking in many areas, including postpartum mental health services. Plus, GIlbert Gonzalez wants to make sure young people have guidance.

A new UAMS study finds most pregnant women who use medical cannabis started before pregnancy, with PTSD, not nausea, as the leading reason cited for use.

On today's show, we hear about a new study by UAMS that examines the pattern of purchasing medical cannabis throughout pregnancy. We also learn how the Arkansas Folk and Traditional Arts works to make sure important parts of the state thrive. Plus, we explore new plants and new spaces at the Jones Center.

A 2022 March of Dimes report finds nearly half of Arkansas counties lack access to maternity care. Doctors and health policy experts explain why and what could help.

On today's show, we learn that nearly half of Arkansas counties qualify as maternal care deserts and consider how that impacts women seeking prenatal care. We also spoke with artist, writer and storyteller Zeke Pena about his 2026 Caldecott Honor Book Award-winning book, "Sundust." Plus, we dive into a new one-act play about Fort Smith.

Three KUAF summer interns tackle a six-question quiz on Benton County history, from Pea Ridge's namesake plant to the endangered Benton cavefish's lifespan.