Ozarks at Large

On today's show, there’s a leadership change at Heartland Forward, and their new CEO says work remains the same. Plus, a local podcast is having hard conversations about belonging in the place you live. Also, a new Talkin' Tunes brings you this week's musical events.

On today's show, we learn that the funding landscape for nonprofits is changing, and Goodmaker U is working to make its fundraising more efficient. Also, researching the historic connections between USAID and Arkansas. Plus, we learn about the only school in Arkansas offering bagpipe scholarships.

A film festival can be more than just screening movies. On today's show, we hear about the 5th annual Fort Smith International Film Festival, which celebrates not just art, but culture.  We also hear about the 20th season of TheatreSquared with a quiz connected—barely—to each of the season’s productions. Plus, River Valley headlines from Michael Tilley.

A new toolkit is being designed to help doctors prevent postpartum hemorrhages, one of the leading causes of maternal death. Also, a conversation with Scott Simon about the value of public radio. Plus, streets named after women in Northwest Arkansas.

School is back in session next week, and for some Rogers students, there is a substantial new addition: a donated fire truck.  Plus, another entry in the Adventure Arkansas Series tackles the state's largest trail. Also, a look back at a Lego competition.