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Crawford County Quorum Court appropriates $60,000 for anticipated fees related to library lawsuits.
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On today's show, KUAR's Josie Lenora ends a two-part series on how Arkansas libraries are preparing for a state law affecting access to certain books. Also, a conversation with John Colbert, Fayetteville Public Schools' first African American principal, special education teacher and superintendent. Plus, Women of Oz Sunset Summit scheduled for September and more.
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Saline County and Pulaski County are currently bracing for the impacts of a law regulating books found in their libraries.
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On today's show, Arkansas ranked 43rd in the nation for overall child well-being for the second consecutive year, according to the 2023 KIDS COUNT Data Book from the Annie E. Casey Foundation.
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A display of LGBTQ-themed books at the Crawford County Library has triggered a series of debates about children's literature and the separation of church and state.
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During the week, the Community Spotlight highlighted events from the Fort Smith and Springdale Public Libraries. Also, Essentials Outreach's annual hygiene product donation drive in June, and the Northwest Arkansas Jazz Society's Summer Jazz Concert Series.
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On today's show, Arkansas Act 372 criminalizes librarians and library staff who furnish books deemed obscene, and it takes effect in a few months. Plus, local music, "Chicken & Biscuits" opens at TheatreSquared and weekend Earth Activities.
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Michael Tilley, executive editor of Talk Business and Politics, said sales tax collections in Fort Smith continue to increase. Also increasing: the possible cost of Crawford County Library System changes.
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On today's show, Arkansas HB1537, a bill creating an online voter registration option, is tabled until a fiscal impact report is accessed. Also, the U.S. Air Force decided Fort Smith will be the home of the Foreign Military Sales program. Plus, a new Northwest Arkansas Business Journal Report, bells ring in Fayetteville for Mount Sequoyah's 100-year anniversary, patio music returns and more.
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Ozarks at Large's guide to the day includes the advancement of legislation placing regulations on libraries in Arkansas, a pause in short-term rental legislation and a celebration of Mount Sequoyah.