September 2023 Programming Highlights

05 Sep 2023 in

With Fall closing in, the time to cuddle up on the couch and watch some of your favorites is upon us.

“Frontline: Two Strikes/Tutwiler”

In this two-part special, “Frontline looks at a little known “two strikes” law and pregnancy in prison. In collaboration with The Marshall Project, the first half examines how a former West Point cadet got life in prison under a “two strikes” law. The second half documents what happens to pregnant women in prison and their newborns.

“Frontline: Two Strikes/Tutwiler” airs Tuesday, Sept. 5, at 9 p.m.

 

"Celebrating Arkansas: Holiday Traditions" Tune In

13 Aug 2023 in

Get ready to learn more about holiday traditions in the first episode of “Celebrating Arkansas.”

Celebrating Arkansas: Holiday Traditions,” an Arkansas PBS original series showcasing The Natural State’s culture and heritage, is set to premiere with its Fall episode Monday, Aug. 14, at 7 p.m., with an encore airing Thursday, Aug. 17 at 7 p.m.

August 2023 Programming Highlights

02 Aug 2023 in

Get ready for an August of premieres and finales as the month is jam-packed with great offerings. 
“Grantchester”

Get ready for not one, but two heart-pounding episodes of “Grantchester” on Sunday, Aug. 6 to conclude season 8. First up, in episode 5 (premiering at 8 p.m.), Geordie is placed on desk duty as Elliot contrives to force Geordie to resign. The next murder case is handed to Larry, who struggles but wisely enlists the help of Miss Scott.

Get ready for "Arkansas Treasures!"

06 Mar 2023 in

Do you have unique, antique and collectible treasures? Get ready for “Arkansas Treasures,” a new program showcasing the wonderful, weird and wild collectibles and antiques to be found throughout Arkansas.

This is your chance to meet with a professional evaluator on the Arkansas PBS set of our upcoming show, “Arkansas Treasures.”

We’re inviting supporters from across the state to bring their treasures to a two-day taping Aug. 5 and 6 at the Arkansas PBS studios in Conway.

"Celebrating Arkansas: Holiday Traditions" Cookbook Bundle Giveaway

11 Dec 2022 in

Want to be featured on an upcoming Arkansas PBS program “Celebrating Arkansas: Holiday Traditions” and receive one of 10 Arkansas PBS cookbook bundles?

Share your recipes, photos or videos today of your favorite holiday traditions and you’ll be entered to win. Use our easy online form to submit now through Dec. 31 at myarkansaspbs.org/celebratingarkansas.

Our random drawing will take place Jan. 13, and winners will be notified via email.

Arkansas PBS highlights veteran programming

08 Nov 2022 in

As we honor veterans in November, Arkansas PBS is highlighting those who have served in the military.

Premiering Thursday, Nov. 10, at 7 p.m., “Honor. Service. Duty.: Arkansas Women Veterans” recognizes the contribution of women in the military and helps connect these veterans with resources and services. Arkansas PBS will air an encore of “Honor. Service. Duty.” on Veterans Day, Nov. 11, at 8 p.m.

This program is made possible by AARP Arkansas.

Arkansas PBS Wins Four Mid-America Emmy Awards

31 Oct 2022 in

Arkansas PBS is honored to share that we have won four Emmy Awards from the Mid-America Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (NATAS) Saturday, Oct. 29!

“At Arkansas PBS, in serving our amazing Arkansas community every day with local stories, we are proud to be recognized for that effort with four Mid-America Emmy Awards,” CEO Courtney Pledger said. “Congratulations to our Arkansas PBS team and our invaluable community partners!”