Jack Travis

Last Thursday, July 18, the Baptist Health Fort Smith Parking Lot was filled with flashing lights and people in uniforms. But this wasn’t an emergency—it was an educational experience. Ozarks at Large’s Jack Travis was on the scene.

On today's show, UAMS and Baptist Health Fort Smith give teenagers hands-on experience in the medical world. Also, chatting with an author about a real-life Springdale resident who served as inspiration for their novel about running away to join the circus. Plus, the Listening Lab visits the Girl Power Rock Camp.

For the first time in 10 years, the Cave Springs community gathered in full force at the Illinois River Watershed Partnership sanctuary this weekend to celebrate the Bats and Bluegrass Festival. Ozarks at Large’s Jack Travis spoke with organizers and attended the event to get to know the people and causes behind the festival.

On today's show, the Illinois River Watershed Partnership combines bluegrass and bats for a conservation-themed event. Plus, the second summer for the University of Arkansas’ Master's program in Black sacred music is nearing the end. Plus, a non-profit radio station with a mission of community and music is ready to show off its new home.

Pedal It Forward is a nonprofit organization that collects used bikes, fixes them, and and distributes them to people in need in Northwest Arkansas. Recently, the organization opened its third location. Ozarks at Large’s Jack Travis takes us there.

On today's show, we learn more about Pedal It Forward's new shop inside the Jones Center. Also, discussing the importance of play for kids with educators. Plus, celebrating 50-plus years of the Buffalo National River with "I Am Northwest Arkansas."

Last night, the NWA Green Team held a meeting at the Fayetteville Public Library to offer the town’s residents a sneak peek at the newly adopted Climate Action Plan. Reporter Jack Travis attended the meeting and joined Ozarks at Large's Kyle Kellams to discuss what was discussed.

On today's show, nature-based solutions Fayetteville officials designed to help mitigate climate change. Also, the unpredictable pace of finishing a poem. Plus, the week’s news and a big red ball coming to northwest Arkansas.

A day on the lake is a classic summer activity in Arkansas. With so many public-use lakes across the state, there are countless opportunities for fun. But natural bodies of water can be dangerous if people don’t take the correct precautions. Lifejackets might be the first thing that comes to your mind regarding lake safety, but as Ozarks at Large’s Jack Travis reports, swimmers in any natural body of water should remain aware of microbial threats as well.

On today's show, we learn how staying safe in public waters means more than just wearing a life jacket. Also, the democratic process begins early to prepare for the November election. Plus, an Arkansas naval history recounted with archives from the David and Barbara Pryor Center for Arkansas Oral and Visual History.