Pryor Center

In this edition of Archives from the Pryor Center, Randy Dixon and Kyle Kellams recount the 1988 abduction of newborn Christopher Michael Jones from a Little Rock hospital and the emotional, weeks-long search that ended in his safe return.

On today's show, we dig into a recent study that shows more than half of Gen Z Arkansans are thriving. Also, the disappearance and eventual discovery of Baby Christsopher. Plus, a swan song to Casa Magnolia in Springdale.

In this episode of the Pryor Center Archives, Randy Dixon revisits the 1977 killing spree of escaped Oklahoma inmates Paul Ruiz and Earl Van Denton—a two-week rampage across four states that ended with their arrest, trial and execution in Arkansas.

On today's show, we hear about the mayor of Fayetteville's new batch of bond initiatives. Plus, NorthWest Arkansas Community College is hosting a used instrument drive. Also, another trip to the Pryor Center Archives with Randy Dixon.

Randy Dixon with the Pryor Center reflects on the life and legacy of David Jones, who led KARK-TV in Little Rock for more than three decades and helped shape Arkansas broadcasting history.

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.

Randy Dixon of the Pryor Center joins Kyle Kellams to share archival footage and family stories about Oscar Alagood, a pioneering KATV newsman, state senator, and businessman whose legacy shaped Arkansas media and politics.

On today's show, Wright Thompson will discuss his book about the murder of Emmitt Till, “The Barn,” that sheds new light on a 70-year-old murder. We also explore various ways to present musical concerts with Lauren Sonder. Plus, a dive into the Pryor Center Archives with Randy Dixon to discuss Oscar Alagood, one of KATV’s first news announcers, who turned state senator.

On today's show, we hear about how nearly a quarter of all permanent staff members with the National Park Service were cut in 2025. Also, a local artist is transforming old electronics from Cox into public art. Plus, cooking for seven different Arkansas governors.

On today's trip to the Pryor Center Archives, historic recordings and firsthand accounts recall the 1980 Titan II missile explosion near Damascus, Arkansas, a near-nuclear disaster that shook the state.