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On today's show, redevelopment in Fayetteville could mean the loss of the distinct Quonset Huts near downtown. Plus, the life and career of a pioneering financial journalist. Also, the home-grown television series, "The Mystery League," brings mystery-solving kids to rural Arkansas.
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Earlier this year, Dayamara Baker made the decision to close The Rockin’ Baker Academy which offered job training for neurodivergent individuals in the region. However, she will soon team up with Sandy Wright, a certified professional coach, to start a five-week series called "Thriving with Neurodiversity." The sessions will take place at Natural Grocers in Fayetteville and carry titles like “Building on Your Strengths” and “Taking Care of Those Who Care.”
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Today on The Outline: Arkansas U.S. Senator John Boozman expects the new Farm Bill to be passed by the end of the year or early next year. Also, Fayetteville City Council has “indefinitely tabled” a resolution to purchase property in the city’s historic Black community. Plus, two days of fall fun in downtown Springdale.
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The Fayetteville community has witnessed massive growth over recent years, and its parks are no exception. Park planning superintendent Ted Jack explains how the community guided the renovation process at Walker Park.
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Today on The Outline: LISA Academy in Fayetteville hosted its official grand opening at the new location on Van Asche Drive. Also, The Center for Poultry Excellence at the University of Arkansas will host researchers from around the world this month for the International Avian Influenza Summit. Plus, The Blue & You Foundation for a Healthier Arkansas is awarding grants to help boost adolescent mental health.
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Staff travel writer for Arkansas Tourism Jill Rohrbach curated a list of can't-miss activities in Fayetteville in her new book "100 Things to Do in Fayetteville, Arkansas, Before You Die." She will launch her newest work at Pearl's Books and joined Kyle Kellams to discuss her writing process.
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Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders’ cornerstone piece of education legislation is the LEARNS Act. We hear from two of the schools who will begin implementing the school vouchers this coming school year.
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Fayetteville's Black Heritage Preservation Commission unveiled historical markers, recognizing Nelson Hackett's legacy on slavery and fugitivity, including a bronze plaque on the downtown square.
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The Fayetteville Fire Department now has an incentive plan offering benefits to encourage retention and higher education within the department. The Fayetteville City Council approved the resolution to develop a plan this past week. A couple of departments in Northwest Arkansas cities already had some form of incentive benefits.
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A few of years ago, officials from the City of Fayetteville commissioned a study to find the best way to pay for flood management. The study found the most equitable way to compensate for the city's stormwater needs was through a stormwater utility fee.