Tyson Foods

Tyson Foods is facing increased scrutiny around alleged workers rights violations both from activists and some of their own investors.

A recent report shows that Arkansas is ranked the best in the nation in one financial growth area. However, another indicator is nearly the worst. On today's show, we'll hear more about the state's economic status. We'll also learn about a significant gift to UAFS that endows a Center for Nonprofits. Plus, Ozarks at Large's Daniel Caruth reports how America's largest meat producer faces external and internal scrutiny for its workplace policies.

Award-winning journalist Alice Driver turns her focus to the nation's largest meatpacking company, Tyson Foods, and the immigrant workforce that keeps it going in her latest book, "Life and Death of the American Worker."

A new report shows that Springdale-based Tyson Foods dumped several millions of pounds of toxic chemicals into waterways across the U.S. Dr. Stacy Woods and Dr. Omanjana Goswami were the lead researchers on the study titled "Waste Deep" and spoke with Ozarks at Large's Daniel Caruth ahead of publishing their findings.

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.

Today on The Outline: Ozarks at Large considers the numbers in today's headlines, including the acreage of ExxonMobil future lithium wells, the net income loss for Tyson Foods and early votes in Fayetteville's special election.

Tyson Foods is the subject of a U.S. Department of Labor investigation into possible child labor violations. Workers right's advocates say the instances of migrant child labor is growing throughout the company's supply chain.

On today's show, an investigation into possible child labor violations at Tyson has led to protests and community leaders speaking out. Also, a symposium dedicated to the life and work of "True Grit" author Charles Portis. Plus, a preview of Smokehouse Players’ production of “Other Desert Cities.”

Today on The Outline: Tyson Foods announces facility closures after reporting a quarterly net-income loss. Also, Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders names the next Chief Fiscal Officer and Secretary of the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration. Plus, Arkansas soccer is in the top 10.

On today's show, the Compass Report indicates strong economic growth in Arkansas, weekend events, Fayetteville Public School officials cut the ribbon on the new John L. Colbert Middle School and more.