Tornado

Two artists in Rogers have taken a unique approach to reconciling with storm damage from the series of tornados that struck the town in May. Ozarks at Large’s Jack Travis visited their shop to learn more.

On today's show, we discuss a city ordinance in Fayetteville to cap rental fees. Also, the podcast People of Northwest Arkansas shares the stories of everyday people in our region. Plus, we hear about a unique commemoration of the spring tornado that struck Rogers.

Small businesses, nonprofits and residents in western Benton County will soon be able to visit a temporary Small Business Administration Disaster Loan Outreach Center in Decatur. Ozarks at Large’s Jack Travis contacted the agency to learn more about the services available at the location.

On today's show, a Little Rock-based physician recounts the devastation he witnessed on a medical mission trip to Gaza. Also, the Small Business Administration is setting up shop in western Benton County. Plus, we learn how a chef prepares for an international culinary competition.

Last year, Scientific American published an article warning people that ‘Tornado Alley’ is migrating eastward. The new model places the alley on top of Tennessee and western Kentucky, with much of east Arkansas in the affected area as well. Ozarks at Large’s Jack Travis recently spoke with Steve Piltz, head meteorologist at the National Weather Service’s Forecast Office in Tulsa, about this new prediction.

On today's show, a conversation with a meteorologist from the National Weather Service about Tornado Alley and the science behind storm tracking. Also, a new addition at the Bentonville Public Library helps with a growing collection of material. Plus, an interview with author Uchenna Awoke about his debut novel, "The Liquid Eye of a Moon."

Residents of Benton County who are recovering from the May 26 tornadoes and storms can get help from The Benton County Relief Fund.

On today's show, we look into some new data about teen moms in Arkansas. Also, a local relief fund is designed to help with the immediate needs of people affected by last week’s tornadoes in Benton County, while other funds take longer to get processed. Plus, trying to ease the pain of the loss of federal help to pay for internet bills for low-income households.

Residents like Carolyn Eiler as well as elected officials like Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders and Congressman Steve Womack take a look at the damage from the massive storms that hit Rogers.

Individuals and organizations have coordinated to help those impacted by devastating tornadoes in Benton County in late May.