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The second set of highlights from a panel discussion surrounding the Smithsonian exhibit “Voices and Votes: Democracy in America” at John Brown University.

Today on The Outline: With regard to violent attacks in Israel, Gov. Sanders orders flags to be flown at half-staff until Sunday. Also, University of Arkansas chancellor Charles Robinson to issue annual State of the University. Plus, more green roofs in Northwest Arkansas.

On today's show, the City of Fayetteville asked the community for input on how to improve its largest community park. Plus, excerpts from Voices and Votes: Democracy in America and I Am Northwest Arkansas.

This week’s “I Am Northwest Arkansas” podcast highlights Ozark Compost and Swap. Host Randy Wilburn talked with founder Ricky Ludeman and operations manager Tina Flakowitz to learn more about the why behind this new type of business.

Neal Shusterman has collected several awards for his young adult novels, including the 2015 National Book Award for Young People’s Literature for his novel Challenger Deep. He’ll be at the Fayetteville Public Library next Tuesday as part of the 2023 True Lit Festival.

The Stigler Lecture Series in Anthropology and Archeology at the University of Arkansas is returning after a pandemic-created hiatus. Dyan Youpee, the Director of the Montana Cultural Resource Department and Tribal Historic Preservation Order, will deliver this year’s talk on Nov. 1 at the Fayetteville Public Library.

"Llego Hoy" is believed to be the first feature-length film to be produced and directed by Latino creators in Arkansas. Llego Hoy, in English that is “He Arrived Today” will be screened tomorrow night in the Union Theater on the University of Arkansas Press. Sophia Odraz, cultural programs coordinator with the Multicultural Center at the University of Arkansas, said she’s excited the free screening is open to the entire community, including students.

Today on The Outline: Arkansas U.S. Senator John Boozman expects the new Farm Bill to be passed by the end of the year or early next year. Also, Fayetteville City Council has “indefinitely tabled” a resolution to purchase property in the city’s historic Black community. Plus, two days of fall fun in downtown Springdale.

On today's show, addressing the problems of food insecurity across Arkansas. Also, making a feature-length film on a small budget with "Llego Hoy." Plus, the Stigler Lecture Series in Anthropology and Archeology at the University of Arkansas is returning after a pandemic-created hiatus.

The state of Arkansas launched a task force last year to investigate the growing number of food deserts across the state. Last month, state and local leaders met in Little Rock to discuss the issue. Solutions are being implemented, but work is still left to do as all 75 Arkansas counties grapple with at least one food desert.