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Announcing our latest cohort of Center for Community News Champions! The 62 honorees are helping to forge a sustainable future for local news through university-led reporting programs. The CCN Champions awarded this year represent 25 different states. Thirty-three are faculty members from U.S. colleges and universities, ten represent student media programs that are filling critical gaps in local news coverage; and ten work for public media organizations. Together, they are growing student news reporting at large flagship universities, HBCUs, community colleges, minority serving institutions and student-run news outlets. Drop a comment congratulating the 2025 CCN Champions! https://lnkd.in/gN6afGdT Aje-Ori Agbese, Barbara Alfano, J.D. Allen, David Blow, Pete Booker, Michael Braga, Rick Brewer, Asia Burnett, Lisa Collins, Thomas Conner, Emily Hughes Corio, Thomas (T.C.) Corrigan, Betty Cotter, Nathan Crabbe, Joshua Darr, CD Davidson-Hiers, Will Davis, Arvind Diddi, Ph.D., Thomas Dooley, Chris Evans, Kate Fink, Andrew Galarneau, Kate Gannon, Jodie Mozdzer Gil, Teresa Goff, Jody Evans Hamblett, Benjamin Hamm, Catherine H., Patrick Howe, Corey Hutchins, Stanley B. Jefferson II, Ian Jones, Kevin K., Gyuri Kepes, Ph.D., Matt Kiefer, Nicole Kraft, Karen Lankisch, Susan Lazenby, Aaron Leff, Ellie Markovitch, Rosemary Martinelli, Amy Mayer, Erin Siegal McIntyre, Corey Ohlenkamp, Jo?o Vicente Seno Ozawa, Emily Reddy, Jamie Remillard, Julian Rubinstein, Edie Rubinowitz - Foutz, Christopher Rudisill, Elaine Salisbury, Clint Schaff ?, Neil Swidey, Angeline Taylor, (more in comments.)

BPL was thrilled to host KUAF 91.3 Public Radio's Community Coffee Tour last night. KUAF listeners as far away as Siloam Springs came and met the KUAF team. General manager Clint Schaff ? welcomed listeners and then led them in an engaging conversation about what they'd like to hear, or hear more of, on KUAF. Kyle Kellams shared some of his experiences in his 35 years of Ozarks at Large, including attending a concert in a water tower. The Listening Lab was set up in the back to capture unique stories from community members. And, of course, coffee provided by 211 Cafe was wonderful! But probably our favorite part was announcing the upcoming Ozarks at Large LIVE event which will be hosted by Bentonville Public Library, date to be set for this summer. Keep an eye on KUAF 91.3 Public Radio for more Community Coffee events, and watch there and on this account for news about Ozarks at Large LIVE!

???Celebrating Milestones at KUAF: From 1973 to 2025??? This week marks a special moment in KUAF's history—back in 1973, we began our journey in broadcasting. Fast forward to 2025, and we're excited to welcome a new cohort of student interns, embodying our commitment to nurturing future media professionals. ?? As we celebrate our past achievements, we also look forward to the fresh perspectives and innovative ideas our interns bring. Join us in welcoming them to the KUAF family! ?? Interested in learning more about our programs or joining our team? Visit our website or contact us directly.

???Join Us for the Community Coffee Tour at Bentonville Public Library!??? We're thrilled to announce the return of the Community Coffee Tour, coming to you live from the Bentonville Public Library on?February 4th from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM. Dive into deep conversations, connect directly with our KUAF staff, and share what matters most to you in our community. ???Location:?Rotary Room, Bentonville Public Library ???Date:?February 4th ??Time:?5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Share the unique stories of your community firsthand at our?Listening Lab, and enjoy a complimentary cup of drip coffee provided by?Café 211. It's the perfect blend of conversation and community—don't miss it! ???RSVP now below?to secure your spot for an evening of engaging discussions and warm coffee. We can't wait to meet you and hear your stories!

First day of class! 12 students this semester in my radio reporting class who will be spending the next few months building their portfolios and working on stories for Ozarks at Large on KUAF 91.3 Public Radio

??? This Giving Tuesday, Support KUAF ?? Words from Clint Schaff ? Today, on Giving Tuesday, we invite you to make a difference by supporting your local public radio station. KUAF is proud to be a voice for the Ozarks, sharing stories that matter, amplifying the work of community organizations, and connecting you to the people and issues that shape our region. Your donation helps us: ? Highlight and tell the stories of local organizations making a difference. ? Keep you informed with trusted news and programming. ? Celebrate the culture, music, and community of Northwest Arkansas. ?? Visit supportkuaf.com to make your gift today. Together, we can continue to support and uplift our community! #GivingTuesday #SupportKUAF #PublicRadio #WhereLocalMatters

????Listening to Election Day 2024 Yesterday, Arkansans headed to the polls, and Ozarks at Large’s Daniel Caruth was on the ground in Washington and Benton counties, capturing voices from local polling places. From the Bogle Center in Bentonville to the Springdale Civic Center and more, we heard from voters across Northwest Arkansas about what drove them to cast their ballots. We also joined community members at The Odd Soul bar in Springdale to watch the election results roll in. What issues brought you to the polls this election? Let us know below! #OzarksAtLarge #Elections2024 #ArkansasVotes https://lnkd.in/gzqhHZZK

????Nonprofit Sleep in Heavenly Peace builds beds for kids without In Northwest Arkansas, many children lack access to a bed of their own. Local nonprofit Sleep in Heavenly Peace, co-led by Melanie McMurtry, is tackling this issue through “bed build” events that bring the community together to provide beds for children in need. Recently, Northwest Arkansas Community College hosted one of these events, covered by Ozarks at Large’s Kyle Kellams. ?? Are there other community efforts like this we don’t know about? Let us know below! https://lnkd.in/gQn2264P #NWA #CommunitySupport #SleepInHeavenlyPeace

After his first 100 days as General Manager at KUAF Public Radio, Clint Schaff ? is energized by the possibilities ahead. We are expanding our community engagement across the region, developing new financial sustainability initiatives, and embracing digital innovation to better serve our audiences. From Bentonville to Berryville to Fort Smith to Siloam Springs, and beyond into southeast Missouri and eastern Oklahoma, we're committed to being your trusted source for local journalism and cultural programming.?We invite you to read more about Clint’s vision for KUAF's future and the concrete steps we're taking to enhance our service to the community. The future of public media in NWA is bright, and we'd love for you to be part of it. https://lnkd.in/g6f7-r5C

Ozark Foundation promotes regional travel with 'Ozark Passport' https://lnkd.in/gfnbJgsd