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Documentary Tracks Arkansas Autism Advocate's Journey

By Kyle Kellams,

Timothy Dennis, Lia Uribe, Paul Gatling

Published February 23, 2023 at 4:54 PM CST

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On today's show, the Thaden School is showing a new documentary, "You Have No Idea." The movie follows an Arkansas mother who becomes an advocate after her son is diagnosed with autism. Plus, Amos Cochran is set to perform with the Fort Smith Symphony String Quartet, and the Northwest Arkansas Business Journal focuses on the Natural State's tourism. Also, a Senate committee passes the Arkansas LEARNS bill, this weekend's local music menu 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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Timothy Dennis

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

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Lia Uribe

Lia Uribe is the host of Sound Perimeter.

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Paul Gatling

Paul Gatling is the editor of the Northwest Arkansas Business Journal

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