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Some scientific research and a hunch led to nearly $3 million from the National Institute of Health. On today's show, we’ll hear more about the work of examining a virus that will hopefully lead to a vaccine. Also, studying pathogens that can make the jump from animals to humans. Plus, the Wonders of Winter Wildlife at Hobbs State Park.

Kristian Forbes is an associate professor in disease ecology at the Fulbright College of Arts & Sciences at the University of Arkansas, studying pathogens in wildlife and is especially interested in how those pathogens might jump from animals to humans, specifically from bats and rodents.

Bundle up this weekend and head to Hobbs State Park and Conservation Area for the Wonders of Winter Wildlife. This event features a swath of interactive learning opportunities for folks of any age who want to discover how the local fauna spends their wintertime.

In this excerpt of the I am Northwest Arkansas podcast, host Randy Wilburn brings back key figures from the Symphony of Northwest Arkansas, Cory Mixdorf and Ben Harris, to explore the vibrancy and value of the local music scene.

With a population expected to reach 1 million by 2050, northwest Arkansas' demand for water is increasing and putting more strain on the region's water infrastructure.

Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders spoke in the Arkansas House chambers Tuesday morning about banning cell phones in schools, firing professors if they are 'indoctrinating' students and cutting taxes.

Northwest Arkansas continues to grow, and cities are trying to ensure the water supply keeps pace. On today's show, we talk about water leaks and growth. Also, Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders lines out her priorities for the 95th General Assembly in her State of the State address. Plus, the Northwest Arkansas Martin Luther King, Jr. Council will host the 29th annual Recommitment Celebration.

Becca Martin-Brown returns to discuss modern events with a deeper history with Ozarks at Large's Kyle Kellams. This week, they speak with Kat Robinson about her new book "Arkansas Barbecue."

The medical industry is trying to stay well enough informed about AI to harness its potential, and last week’s conference, “Think Health: AI for Healthy Communities” at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, was dedicated to better understanding the new technology.

Ozarks at Large's Sophia Nourani speaks with Ozark Mountain Music Festival's artist at large, John Mailander, who will be performing alongside several bands at this year's festival.