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Randy Wilburn’s podcast “I Am Northwest Arkansas” centers on people and events of the region. Sometimes, though, his interviews take us beyond northwest Arkansas. The latest episode is a conversation with Dave LeVan, CEO of the Bentonville-based nonprofit Lifewater. Lifewater seeks solutions to global water crises. They discuss Dan’s journey from the for-profit world to his current role with Lifewater.
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On today's show, marginalized and underserved populations encounter obstacles to use Northwest Arkansas' trail system, according to the NWA Trails & Active Transportation Equity Report. Plus, Walmart plans to open a beef packing facility, and the Northwest Arkansas Business Journal Report. Also, the lawsuit between Oklahoma and poultry companies will go into mediation, and more.
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The lawsuit between Oklahoma and poultry companies will go into mediation, extending the long court case again. Also, Walmart is planning to break ground a beef packaging facility in Kansas, and more.
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The second public meeting dedicated to the Illinois River Watershed Management Plan was yesterday in West Siloam Springs, Oklahoma. A report is in today's version of The Outline. Plus, new numbers about Northwest Arkansas growth.
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On today's show, a documentary about Arkansas farmers preserving soil will be shown at the Fayetteville Public Library. Also, yesterday's election results, a state parks quiz and an offshoot of Arkansas LEARNS is signed into law. Plus, a new act exempts nutrient management plans from FOIA. The plans are used to keep tabs on the amount of nutrients on the land to prevent pollution.
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Former Arkansas House Bill 1707, now Act 530, amends an existing law making nutrient management plans unavailable for public inspection, not public records and exempt from the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
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On today's show, about 100 Afghan refugees in Northwest Arkansas gathered to celebrate Nowruz, or Persian New Year. Also, how picking up after pets can improve water quality, the first episode of "The BeLOVED Community" is available, local music and the Northwest Arkansas Business Journal.
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Every so often, Fayetteville’s park-goers will come across a dog waste bag station or sign about maintaining the landscape. Using the stations or toting along personal bags can help avoid a smelly package and prevent waste from washing into waterways.
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Bella Vista has seven lakes and about 77% of Bella Vista’s residents have a septic system.
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On today's show, Fayetteville officials develop a historic preservation plan, the Razorback Greenway's updates and the drought's continued impact on crops. Plus, septic system management in Bella Vista, Rachell Sanchez-Smith tells her uncle's story, and an audio postcard from Barcelona. Also, a Community Spotlight on PEARL, Positive Energy Affecting Lives.