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With Anti-Transgender Bills on the Rise, Arkansas Trans Youth Continue to Receive Support

By Kyle Kellams,

Jacqueline Froelich, Timothy Dennis, Paul Gatling, Caree Banton, Matthew Moore, Josie Lenora

Published February 2, 2023 at 4:21 PM CST

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On today's show, transgender youth resources continue to operate two years after Arkansas passed a bill banning gender-affirming care for trans youth. Also, an update on Woman-Run, a statewide initiative connecting the female entrepreneurs. Plus, a discussion on bail reform from the latest episode of "Undisciplined," local live music and more.

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Kyle Kellams

Kyle Kellams is KUAF's news Director and host of "Ozarks at Large"

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Jacqueline Froelich

Jacqueline Froelich is an investigative reporter and news producer for "Ozarks at Large."

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Timothy Dennis

Timothy Dennis is KUAF's strategic technical planner and producer for "Ozarks at Large"

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Paul Gatling

Paul Gatling is the editor of the Northwest Arkansas Business Journal

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Caree Banton

Caree Banton is the host of "Undisciplined"

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Matthew Moore

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Josie Lenora

Josie Lenora is the Politics/Government Reporter for KUAR News.

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