Child Care

November is National Adoption Month. On Nov. 11, officials with the Arkansas Department of Human Services unveiled their contribution to the month’s observances: a new banner counting down the number of kids still waiting to be adopted in the state.

A new report from the University of Arkansas Office for Education Policy identifies low pay, high turnover, and complex regulations as key challenges for child care providers and recommends state-backed support to strengthen the workforce.

On today's show, we hear that the Faulkner Performing Arts Center is screening a new Ken Burns documentary at the University of Arkansas campus. We also hear about a new technology center for Rogers Public School that opened last week. Plus, we revisit the Pryor Center Archives.

Northwest Arkansas Business Journal Report host Roby Brock meets with independent journalist Steve Bronner to discuss health-insurance premiums, the recent lithium summit and the cost of child care.

A year-long partnership between Family Network and Community Clinic, funded by the National Diaper Bank Network, will offer free diapers during early well-child visits to help families meet basic needs and improve healthcare access.

On today's show, we hear about a pilot program to offset major expenses for new parents who attend wellness visits. We also learn about new protections for firefighters in Fayetteville, both on and off the clock. Plus, a new batch of Pryor Center archives, a new Sound Perimeter and more.

The Arkansas Department of Education is adjusting its School Readiness Assistance program, raising copayments for families starting Oct. 1 while delaying reimbursement rate changes for providers until Nov. 1.

On today's show, we learn how changes to an early childhood voucher program in Arkansas culminated in a legislative meeting. Artist Sam King also shares the importance of place in artmaking and consumption. Plus, previewing "An Evening with Sherlock Holmes."

Arkansas Advocates for Children and Families reports child uninsurance has hit a decade high, with northwest Arkansas hardest hit. Barriers include paperwork, housing insecurity and language access.

The Northwest Arkansas Children’s Shelter has provided care for more than 13,000 children since 1993, offering a 24/7 safe haven for youth facing trauma. In 2025, the shelter will expand its mission with new foster family support services, community outreach, and transitional programs for young adults aging out of care.