Karen Tricot Steward

Arkansas Author Helps Parents Make Play Time Educational, Musical

Karen Tricot Steward — Tue, 14 May 2013 02:20:30 +0000

With research drawing positive associations between music lessons and IQ, many new parents may wonder how they can encourage their young one’s experiences with the arts more effectively.

Historic May Snowfall in Northwest Arkansas

Karen Tricot Steward — Fri, 03 May 2013 16:05:41 +0000

The first recorded snowfall in Arkansas in the month of May has covered the ground in at least five counties.

Snow began falling in the overnight hours in the northwestern portion of the state.

It's still possible central Arkansas could see some light snowfall or a mix on Saturday.

The latest accumulating snow for Little Rock on record is 0.8 inch on March 30, 1987.

Pryor Defends Vote After Criticism from Gun Control Groups, Arkansan with Sandy Hook Ties

Karen Tricot Steward — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 21:00:51 +0000

U.S. Senator Mark Pryor of Arkansas is defending his vote last week on gun legislation.

Celebrating the Day of Shakespeare's Birth

Karen Tricot Steward — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 21:33:11 +0000

We bring you special programming in celebration of Shakespeare’s birthday (April 23) with poetry, music, and hopefully information about Shakespeare and the significance of this day in literary history that you didn’t already know.

The program is hosted by J. Bradley Minnick of the UALR English Department with special guests Frank Thurmond of UALR and local author Sam Brown.

Why Does Hot Dog Mike Love Public Radio?

Karen Tricot Steward — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 01:21:59 +0000

Michael Juiliano – aka Hot Dog Mike – has returned to Little Rock and will be helping raise money for public radio on Tuesday, April 23, during our spring fund drive.

We hope you will make a donation online or by calling 501-569-8485 or 1-800-952-2528!

ACLU of Arkansas Files Lawsuit Challenging 12-Week Abortion Ban

Karen Tricot Steward — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 15:26:55 +0000

The Arkansas Chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union is filing a federal lawsuit challenging a new abortion law that is among the most restrictive in the country. The lawsuit was filed on behalf of Dr. Louis Jerry Edwards and Dr. Tom Tvedten, who provide abortions at a Little Rock clinic.

Don't Monkey Around: Make An Early Pledge For Fund Drive

Karen Tricot Steward — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 21:55:42 +0000

Our spring on-air fund drive will be Monday, April 22, until Friday, April 26.

We hope you will make an early pledge to help us meet our goal of $140,000.

Forty percent of our annual operating budget comes from listeners like you!

Phone Volunteers Still Needed

Severe Weather Bulletin

Karen Tricot Steward — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 22:22:53 +0000

Arkansas Bill Would End Grants For Planned Parenthood

Karen Tricot Steward and Associated Press — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 21:28:59 +0000

The Arkansas Senate has approved legislation that would prohibit the state from awarding grants to abortion providers, a move aimed at cutting off money Planned Parenthood receives for sex education.

KUAR's Hibblen Hosts "Arkansas Week"; Talks Media Access To Oil Spill Site

Karen Tricot Steward — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 23:01:10 +0000

KUAR's Michael Hibblen addresses issues surrounding media access to the Mayflower oil spill site and other issues in the news this week.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dSc0D-sDkEw&feature=youtu.be