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Historical markers honoring Nelson Hackett unveiled

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On today's show, Fayetteville’s Black Heritage Preservation Commission unveiled historical markers recognizing Nelson Hackett, the only enslaved person to be extradited from Canada back to Fayetteville. Also, Arkansas is 47th in the nation in state health system performances, according to the Common Wealth Fund's annual report. Plus, cycling generated almost $1.6 million to Northwest Arkansas' economy in 2022 and more.

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Timothy Dennis is KUAF's strategic technical planner and producer for<i> Ozarks at Large.</i>
Kyle Kellams is KUAF's news director and host of Ozarks at Large.
Anna Pope is KUAF's growth impact reporter and a Report for America corps member
Rachell-Sanchez Smith is an associate producer for Ozarks at Large.