Opioids

In this week's edition of the Northwest Arkansas Business Journal report, Roby Brock speaks with Sam Quinones, author of "Dreamland: The True Tale of America’s Opiate Epidemic," about his new book, drug trafficking across the U.S.-Mexico border and battling addiction.

Cody Yancey is the proprietor of Yancey’s Dickson Street Dogs in Fayetteville. But he’s also well known for being a beacon of safety for anyone in the area who needs a helping hand. He recently spoke with Ozarks at Large’s Caleb Burkholder and says, like a lot of good things, the hot dog stand happened organically.

Efforts continue to be made to combat the Arkansas Opioid Crisis. Northwest Arkansas Harm Reduction Center and Yancey’s Dickson Street Dogs are just a few contributing to help the cause.

On today's show, a new report shows Tyson Foods dumped millions of pounds of toxic chemicals in waterways. Also, Hillary Rodham Clinton’s time in Arkansas. Plus, the musical legacy of Arkansan Johnnie Taylor.

State and national drug enforcement officials are urging people to dispose of their unused medication this Saturday at designated sites. Ozarks at Large's Daniel Caruth has more.

On today's show, Jewel puts together a museum experience. Plus, a look into Drug Take Back Day 2024. We also learn more about the Old Friends Farm near Prairie Grove.

A new statewide app from the Arkansas Opioid Recovery Partnership hopes to be a prevention and treatment resource for people at risk of drug overdose.

On today's show, a new statewide app has been created to connect people with resources for opioid overdose, addiction, treatment and recovery. We also discuss the power and politics that can be involved in fashion and the intersection of song lyrics and classic literature.

On today's show, providing the community with addiction support. Also, Alice Gachuzo Colin has a passion for democracy. Plus, a big ask leads to a biography of a sitting U.S. Senator.

Today on The Outline: Fayetteville City Council voted unanimously to approve more than a million dollars in funding to 7hills Homeless Center. Also, Mercy Hospital Northwest and Mercy Fort Smith are joining with more than 30 other hospitals in the state to form the Arkansas Perinatal Quality Collaborative. Plus, prescription fills of the opioid overdose reversal drug naloxone have tripled in the state.