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Today's outline of what's happening includes the University of Arkansas Board of Trustees voting against a proposed deal with Phoenix University, the approaching Lavender Graduation at the University of Arkansas and an opening date for the U.S. Marshals Museum.
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On today's show, the Arkansas lawmakers recently passed a law slashing retail net-metering credit rates. Home and business solar systems in the state receive net-metering credits for excess solar energy distributed into the electric grid. Also, the University of Arkansas Schola Cantorum will perform "Considering Matthew Shepard" this Saturday. Also, an excerpt from the latest "Undisciplined" episode and more.
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In 1998, Matthew Shepard was attacked and left for dead in an anti-gay hate crime in Wyoming. His death lead to the Matthew Shepard and James Byrd Jr. Anti Hate Crimes Prevention Act of 2009. The University of Arkansas Schola Cantorum will perform "Considering Matthew Shepard," a piece responding to Shepard's murder.
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The "Protect Arkansas Act" and a bill requiring an age verification requirement is on the way to Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders desk. Plus, Walmart is planning to build more electric vehicle charging stations and the Holi Festival will be at The Momentary in Bentonville.
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This week's episode of the "I Am Northwest Arkansas" podcast is a conversation between host Randy Wilburn and Irvin Camacho, host of the "District 3 Podcast."
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On today's show, Arkansas legislators introduced a bill proposing to decriminalize fentanyl test strips. Chris Jones, an advocate and co-founder of NWA Harm Reduction, said test strips are important to reduce harm. Also, the Northwest Arkansas Book Festival celebrates an indie bookstore boom. Plus, the Arkansas Association of Chiefs of Police oppose short-term rental bill, local music and more.
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KUAF's outline of news today includes a change in one controversial piece of legislation and high-profile opposition to another.
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On today's show, death doula Alison Nail-Malone speaks about her experiences caring for individuals near the end of life. Also, a resolution making a firefighter incentive plan passes the Fayetteville City Council, KUAF staff makes food recommendations and sales tax collection increases in Northwest Arkansas. Plus, Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders supports a legislative package to fund a new prison and adopt stricter sentences for violent offenders.
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Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders is backing a legislative package to fund a new prison and adopt stricter sentences for violent offenders. Also, sales tax collections increase in Northwest Arkansas and The Smashing Pumpkins are coming to Rogers.
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On today's show, it's the Women's Foundation of Arkansas 25th anniversary and to celebrate, the foundation is sharing research and policy recommendations on a state tour. Also, a podcast excerpt of "I Am Northwest Arkansas" centers on Expedition Ozark, a 5-day adventure race in the Ozarks. "Six" and "To Kill a Mockingbird," are a couple shows coming up on the next Broadway season at the Walton Arts Center. Plus, music, updates from the Arkansas Legislature and more.