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The island nation announced the roster for their first national team, which will debut at the Outrigger Challenge Cup tournament in Springdale.

Using telehealth can help remove barriers for women seeking postpartum care who are struggling to get in-person care. On today's show, we learn how technology can help improve maternal outcomes. Plus, we hear about the University of Arkansas' new muscadine varieties Mighty Fine and Altus and their Arkansas origin. Also, this week’s list of music includes Danish rock, weekend jazz and Irish dance.

Hometown heroes celebrated with parade down Garrison Avenue after winning NBA Finals with Oklahoma City Thunder.

People of all ages across the region came together as the city of Fort Smith hosted a parade celebrating two hometown heroes' NBA championship win. We bring you the story in today’s show. Plus, we investigate what it means to be an influencer on a local level. Also, the latest headlines from the River Valley with Michael Tilley from Talk Business and Politics.

Stephen Crockett earned top honor after transforming Arvest Ballpark's field, working sunrise to sundown with a small crew.

What's a day in the life of a minor league groundskeeper? On today's show, we head to Arvest Ballpark. Plus, going on the annual Great Arkansas Treasure Hunt with state auditor Dennis Milligan. Also, a round-up of the upcoming week of live music.

Next month, the last nation to have a national soccer team will make its debut in northwest Arkansas. The Marshall Islands Soccer Federation men's team is set to participate in a new tournament—the Outrigger Cup—hosted at the Jarrell Williams Bulldog Stadium in Springdale.

On today's show, we hear how the last nation on the planet to have a national soccer team is gearing up for its debut in northwest Arkansas. Plus, preparations for the Great Arkansas Firefly Hunt. Also, this week’s news in the River Valley with Michael Tilley from Talk Business and Politics.

The Razorbacks men’s basketball coach is looking back on his first season. John Calipari ended his first season leading the Hogs with an appearance in the Sweet 16 of the NCAA tournament.

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.