<![CDATA[KURM 790 AM On Demand]]>ec341494-227b-57e1-963c-2877b39d29feFri, 04 Sep 2026 16:07:07 +0000Captivate.fmMark Wellshttps://artwork.captivate.fm/1bcbedb3-8b7b-4a18-bbb8-481360f72b89/KURM-Podcast-Artwork.pngKURM 790 AM On DemandMark WellsMark WellsKURM 790 AM is Northwest Arkansas’ home for local news, community conversation, information and talk that matters to the people who live and work here. For decades, KURM has focused on Northwest Arkansas with local hosts, local guests, community leaders, business owners and experts discussing the issues, events and ideas shaping our region. The KURM podcast feed features interviews, local programs, community conversations and selected shows from KURM 790 AM. Hear discussions about local government, business, legal issues, home improvement, community events and more, along with some of the voices you know from KURM’s daily programming. Whether you listen live or catch up on demand, KURM keeps the focus where it belongs: right here in Northwest Arkansas. KURM 790 AM — Northwest Arkansas’ Radio Station.https://kurm790.captivate.fmfalseepisodicnopodcastLowell Candidate ForumLowell Candidate ForumThe Lowell Candidate Forum presents an opportunity for voters to engage with candidates vying for leadership positions in the upcoming mayoral and city council elections. This unscripted discussion, facilitated by Mark Wells of 479 Media alongside News Director Dave Shoen, emphasizes transparency and civic responsibility. The forum encompasses a comprehensive examination of candidate backgrounds, their visions for Lowell, and critical issues such as municipal budget management, public safety, and local economic development. As candidates articulate their positions, they address pressing concerns regarding infrastructure and housing affordability, reflecting the community's needs and aspirations. This forum serves as a vital platform for fostering informed electoral choices among the citizens of Lowell.

Takeaways:

  • The Lowell Candidate Forum provides a platform for candidates to discuss their backgrounds and visions for the future of Lowell, Arkansas.
  • Each candidate emphasizes the importance of transparency and community engagement in local governance and decision-making processes.
  • Public safety and police accountability are critical topics, with candidates advocating for better hiring practices and training for law enforcement personnel.
  • Infrastructure needs, such as addressing potholes, drainage issues, and ensuring effective municipal services, are highlighted as urgent priorities for the city.
  • Candidates express the necessity of attracting economic development through streamlined processes and reduced bureaucratic obstacles for new businesses.
  • The forum underscores the candidates' commitment to listening to constituents and addressing their concerns regarding local leadership and city management.

]]>The Lowell Candidate Forum presents an opportunity for voters to engage with candidates vying for leadership positions in the upcoming mayoral and city council elections. This unscripted discussion, facilitated by Mark Wells of 479 Media alongside News Director Dave Shoen, emphasizes transparency and civic responsibility. The forum encompasses a comprehensive examination of candidate backgrounds, their visions for Lowell, and critical issues such as municipal budget management, public safety, and local economic development. As candidates articulate their positions, they address pressing concerns regarding infrastructure and housing affordability, reflecting the community's needs and aspirations. This forum serves as a vital platform for fostering informed electoral choices among the citizens of Lowell.

Takeaways:

  • The Lowell Candidate Forum provides a platform for candidates to discuss their backgrounds and visions for the future of Lowell, Arkansas.
  • Each candidate emphasizes the importance of transparency and community engagement in local governance and decision-making processes.
  • Public safety and police accountability are critical topics, with candidates advocating for better hiring practices and training for law enforcement personnel.
  • Infrastructure needs, such as addressing potholes, drainage issues, and ensuring effective municipal services, are highlighted as urgent priorities for the city.
  • Candidates express the necessity of attracting economic development through streamlined processes and reduced bureaucratic obstacles for new businesses.
  • The forum underscores the candidates' commitment to listening to constituents and addressing their concerns regarding local leadership and city management.

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