Jacqueline Froelich
KUAF Reporter, "Ozarks at Large" and NPR CorrespondentJacqueline Froelich is an investigative journalist and has been a news producer for KUAF National Public Radio since 1998. She covers politics, the environment, energy, business, education, history, race and culture. Her radio segments have been nationally syndicated. She is also a station-based national correspondent for NPR in Washington DC., and recipient of eight national and state broadcast awards.
-
On today's show, a few introductions. Plus, the implications of the overturning of Roe v. Wade in Arkansas, the reopening of the Clinton House Museum, and much more. -
On Friday, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a decision to reverse a 50 year-old federal constitutional right to abortion. The ruling makes way for states, like Arkansas, to ban or drastically limit access to abortion. Reaction from state officials, abortion providers, pro-life and pro-choice advocates was swift.
-
On today's show, the next step in one of Arkansas’ most infamous crimes and subsequent trial. Plus, watching A Chorus Line’s legacy from its Tony winning debut to the latest incarnation now at Walton Arts Center, and much more.
-
On today's show, the youngest children are finally eligible for COVID-19 vaccines. Plus, the life and legacy of Florence Price, a new mural at the Fayetteville Public Library, and much more.
-
Pediatric COVID-19 vaccines for children as young as six months of age are being delivered starting this week to Arkansas public health units, physicians' offices, medical centers, and pharmacies. Dr. Joel Tumlison, medical director for immunizations at the Arkansas Department of Health, provides guidance to parents and caregivers.
-
On today's show, Arkansas is trying to ease the truck driver shortage. Plus, the man who brought political polling to Arkansas, learning about direct democracy, and much more.
-
Arkansas is among 19 states that allow citizens to initiate new laws and constitutional amendments as popular ballot measures. But Republican lawmakers, including in Arkansas, aim to limit what is referred to as direct democracy. Jay Barth, emeritus political science professor from Hendrix College, provides insight.
-
On today's show, Juneteenth events, lavender festivals, and music are scattered across the region.
-
The very first AuxArc Botanicals Lavender Festival in Newton County featuring food, live music, vendors and demonstrations will take place Saturday June 18th. Hosted by Karen Fancher and family, the festival site is located ten miles north of Ponca on Highway 43.
-
On today's show, an excerpt of the live taping of our podcast Undisciplined. Plus, what we need to know about home test kits for COVID-19, the first installment of our Summer Reading List, and much more.
