Washington County

Washington County Elections Director Jennifer Price outlines early voting dates, ballot options and changes to Republican primaries ahead of the March 3 election, including tips for voters.

League of Women Voters of Washington County will host two forums for voters Feb. 11-12 forums at Fayetteville Public Library ahead of the March 3 election.

On today's show, the League of Women Voters of Washington County is hosting a candidate forum later this month, and host of Little Rock Public Radio's segment "Naming Arkansas" Dan Boice visits the Pryor Center for their upcoming program.

A Fayetteville resident is suing Washington County, claiming $18.8 million in federal COVID-19 relief funds used for expanding the county jail violates U.S. Treasury Department rules.

In today's episode, a Fayetteville resident is suing the county over the use of federal COVID relief funding. Also, celebrating Hanukkah in NWA, and a historian talks about the implications of removing signage at national parks.

The National Weather Service confirmed three tornadoes touched down in the area on May 19.

A storm-filled spring is keeping Washington County emergency and cleanup personnel busy. On today's show, we learn what the latest batch of storms means for people in hard-hit communities. Also, we hear more about the Arkansas Wildlife Federation's concerns regarding proposed changes to the Endangered Species Act. Plus, we prepare for a holiday weekend of live music from the big stages to the patios.

The Washington County Historical Society is releasing an updated version of the Annotated Bibliography on Black Settlers of Washington County, Arkansas. The new version lists more than 100 pieces of research, including print, audio and video, documenting the county's Black settlers.

Historians are working to learn—and share—more about Black settlers in Washington County. On today's show, a conversation about the updated Annotated Bibliography on Black Settler of Washington County Arkansas. Also, XNA has new vending machines offering a necessary good: diapers. Plus, we hear from a company based in the UK that is participating in the Arkansas Global Cycling Accelerator.

A proposed zoning ordinance has sparked a heated debate over the future of Washington County’s rural lands. While County Judge Patrick Deakins argues it will streamline development, some residents fear it could forever alter their way of life. Ozarks at Large’s Jack Travis has more.