Northwest Arkansas Council

The topic of growth was a key focus at the spring meeting of the Northwest Arkansas Council, held at the Fayetteville Public Library. The agenda included discussions on developing a regional growth strategy and expanding the healthcare ecosystem in the area. Ozarks at Large's Kyle Kellams has more.

On today's show, we hear about the Northwest Arkansas Council's strategy for regional growth. We also learn more about 3D-printed food in a new segment of "Balance." Additionally, our reporter, Jack Travis, shares some Earth Day activities for your family.

This week's episode of the "I Am Northwest Arkansas" podcast includes a conversation about attracting, and retaining, talent to the region's workforce. Host Randy Wilburn talks with Aron Shelton, the director of Finding NWA, and Justin Stewart, the talent ambassador with the Northwest Arkansas Council in this excerpt.

Northwest Arkansas' racially and ethnically-diverse population has grown from less than five percent to more than 30 percent since 1990. The Northwest Arkansas Council hosted a webinar about making the region inclusive and welcoming to all.

Northwest Arkansas' racially and ethnically-diverse population has grown from less than five percent to more than 30 percent since 1990. The Northwest Arkansas Council hosted a webinar about making the region inclusive and welcoming to all.