Bill O'Reilly slated to speak at College of the Ozarks

Political commentator, TV host and author Bill O'Reilly is scheduled to speak Oct. 10 at College of the Ozarks.

Perhaps best known as host of "The O'Reilly Factor" on Fox News, O'Reilly is slated to speak at 7 p.m. at the college's Howell W. Keeter Athletic Complex as part of C of O's Leonard B. and Edith Gittinger Community Convocation, focused on patriotic education, according to a news release. Tickets are available for free on a first-come, first-served basis at COFO.edu.

“With his ‘no-spin’ approach, we know Mr. O’Reilly will spark a desire for those in attendance, especially our students, to further develop their patriotism," said Sue Head, C of O dean of character education, in the release.

O'Reilly also has authored several books, including New York Times' best-sellers such as "The O'Reilly Factor," The No Spin Zone," "Who's Looking Out for You?," "Culture Warrior" and "Pinheads and Patriots."

He also writes a syndicated newspaper column carried by papers across the U.S., the release said.[[In-content Ad]]