Nonprofits

Emily Tredaway, a longtime River Valley nonprofit advocate, is the new director of the Center for Nonprofits at the University of Arkansas–Fort Smith. She shares how her personal story and professional experience shape her mission to support local organizations and future social workers.

A suspect in the double homicide case at Devil’s Den State Park has been arrested. Also, a film with a deep Arkansas connection is about to hit theaters, and the writer and director, Tony Toast, talks about the movie. Plus, we learn more about the University of Fort Smith Center for Nonprofits.

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.

There’s a recently established nonprofit called JLC Second Chance Opportunities operating out of Siloam Springs. Ozarks at Large’s Jack Travis spoke with the owner to learn more.

On today's show, we learn how educators are addressing childhood trauma at an upcoming mental health symposium. We also speak with a man who has received a second chance and wants to extend that same opportunity to others. Plus, we remember the legacy of Pearl's Books founder, Leah Jordan.

Off College Avenue in Fayetteville, in the space that once housed Sunrise Guitars, the Nelms Dyslexia Center is at the forefront of dyslexia support in Arkansas. Ozarks at Large’s Jack Travis visited the center and brings us this report.

On today's edition of The Other Way, Becca Martin Brown and Kyle Kellams hear about the Weaver Awards and Weave NWA from local liaison April Kennedy.

On today's show, we hear that lawmakers and citizens are collaborating on the Autism Task Force in Arkansas. Plus, we take a tour of the Nelms Dyslexia Center. Also, we interviewed a longtime nonprofit leader who is retiring.

The University of Arkansas' University Housing donated 53 truckloads of items left or donated in dorm rooms through their "Leave Green" program while partnering with local nonprofits.

On today's show, we hear how the University of Arkansas donated nearly 40 tons of goods to local nonprofits. Plus, how to teach your son about fascism. Also, a rundown of the live music across the region.