Refugees

With nearly all refugee resettlement to the U.S. halted, agencies across the country are still working to provide services for people starting over in the U.S.

On today's show, we survey he challenges of resettlement and refugees in 2025. Also, we hear from a national organization is involved in a lawsuit in Arkansas around religious liberties. Plus, details about Freedom Fest happening this weekend.

Canopy of Northwest Arkansas is hosting an art show this Friday at the Faulkner Performing Arts Center on the University of Arkansas campus.

A federal pause on refugee resettlement services and halts new arrivals, including relatives of current Arkansas residents.

A new presidential administration means changes for Canopy NWA, a non-profit refugee settlement organization. On today's show, we hear how they're reassessing resettlement. Also, our host, Kyle Kellams, discusses a new report about dynamic metro areas with Heartland Forward. Plus, merging the natural world with music, a beloved bird-watching spot will rise from the ashes and more.

This week’s collection of Pryor Center archives focuses on former presidents Jimmy Carter and Bill Clinton's relationship as they navigated the 1980 Cuban refugee crisis.

Daniel speaks with Malath Alarnosi of Canopy NWA about the upcoming Cultural Community Celebration.

Pastor Clint Schnekloth, from Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Fayetteville, regularly offers book recommendations on Ozarks at Large. This time, he suggests “What We Remember Will Be Saved” by Stephanie Saldania, which focuses on displaced people and sharing their stories.

The exhibit "Weaving Heritage" - on display in downtown Springdale - explores the tradition, craft and beauty of hand-woven Afghan rugs and carpets.

Tram Colwin’s exhibition “What We Carry” at The Medium in Springdale explores the stories of refugees relocating to Northwest Arkansas.