Andreah Gratol

The Fayetteville-based queer-run collective Big Gay is hosting a Halloween party on Oct. 18 at Ozark Music Hall to celebrate queer joy and expression.

On today's show, we analyze two vacancy elections in the Arkansas Legislature. Additionally, we learn about creating art while being a parent and witnessing your home country at war. Plus, the latest Northwest Arkansas Business Journal Report.

Newton County’s Ozark Painters, Makers and Shakers Art Crawl returns Oct. 17–18, inviting visitors to explore studios, farms and pop-ups across the Ozarks. Director Tonette Madison says the event celebrates the region’s artists, crafters and creative community.

On today's show, the University of Arkansas Herbarium is celebrating its 150th anniversary. Plus, two Fayetteville sites are on the Most Endangered Places list compiled by Preserve Arkansas. Also, details on the Ozark Painter, Makers and Shakers Art Crawl in Jasper.

Two Northwest Arkansas nonprofits, Bring It Home Inc. and Excellerate Foundation, are developing new models to make housing more attainable — from community land trusts in Springdale to teacher housing at McAuley Place in Bentonville.

On today's show, we hear about how local organizations are developing innovative solutions to address affordable housing in northwest Arkansas. We also learn about a celebration of Dia de Muertos with traditional Mexican music and dance this weekend in Springdale. Plus, exploring folk magic in the Ozarks at the Fort Smith Museum of History.

The United States Marshals Museum in Fort Smith is hosting its second annual Founder's Day to honor the 236th birthday of the Marshals Service and raise funds for future programs.

On today's show, we learn that NorthWest Arkansas Community College is offering workshops to help people better understand how to use artificial intelligence. Also, we hear from "All Things Considered's" Mary Louise Kelly about a new podcast from NPR about national security. Plus, a conversation with the CEO of Washington Regional Medical Center.

The Monarch Flight Festival in Springdale features family activities, a parade and a butterfly release while highlighting the importance of monarchs and native plants.

On today's show, we discuss an updated resource guide to help new mothers and families find information and learn about their rights related to breastfeeding in Arkansas. Plus, recalling the Titan 2 missile disaster in Damascus on the 45th anniversary. Additionally, details about the Monarch Flight Festival in Springdale.