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Bad air near Tontitown, a pop-up Spanish-language book shop

By Roby Brock,

Daniel Caruth, Kyle Kellams, Matthew Moore, Lia Uribe

Published August 15, 2024 at 2:50 PM CDT

On today's show, a recent report reveals unhealthy levels of potentially toxic chemicals in the air in Tontitown. Also, the downtown bureau in Fort Smith has a new leader and name. Plus, Ambivert Books makes it easier to find Spanish-language books.

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Roby Brock

Roby Brock is the Editor-in-Chief and Host of Talk Business & Politics.

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Daniel Caruth

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Matthew Moore

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Lia Uribe

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