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Maker Faire returns, "Thriving with Neurodiversity"

By Raven Cook,
Jacqueline Froelich, Matthew Moore, Kyle Kellams, Jack Travis
Published October 18, 2023 at 2:56 PM CDT
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On today's show, artists flock to the Fayetteville Public Library this weekend for Maker Faire's second iteration. Also, Dr. Sarah Deer talks about researching deeper into violence against Native women. Plus, a new episode of Reflections in Black featuring Raven Cook.

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Reflections in Black is a weekly segment on Ozarks at Large, hosted by Raven Cook. Reflections in Black is dedicated to exploring the legacy of Black Americans, both in the United States and around the globe, by providing resources for understanding and hope for all people.
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