by - February 8, 2026 12:40 pm
The ability of the city of Fort Smith to fund significant water system needs will be discussed Tuesday (Feb. 10) during a study session of the Fort Smith Board of…
by - February 8, 2026 10:49 am
Arvest Bank’s hiring freeze didn’t deter Larry Wheaton when he graduated from the University of Arkansas in 1991 with a degree in administrative management. He was determined to work for…
by - February 7, 2026 8:55 pm
The Venture Center, in partnership with the Arkansas Small Business Administration, announced the 13 Arkansas-based, veteran- and veteran-spouse-owned small businesses selected for the third annual Veteran-Owned Small Business Accelerator (VOSB)….
by - February 7, 2026 8:46 pm
Stone Ward announced that Allison Bermudez, APR, has been promoted to public relations director. In her new role, Bermudez will oversee Stone Ward’s public relations practice, guiding strategy and execution…
by - February 7, 2026 12:03 pm
Main Street Fort Smith on Friday (Feb. 6) announced the recipients of $16,000 in grants directed toward downtown structural improvements that “strengthen safety, preservation, and visual appeal in the heart…
by - February 7, 2026 11:30 am
Following are news brief items from the Fort Smith metro. Career, Workforce Focus The Fort Smith Public School District, University of Arkansas at Fort Smith, and Fort Smith Regional Chamber…
by - February 5, 2026 6:02 pm
The University of Arkansas Pulaski Technical College announced plans to build a state-of-the-art workforce training center at the Port of Little Rock Authority in partnership with the port and the…
by - February 5, 2026 4:30 pm
The board of trustees of the University of Arkansas approved Thursday (Feb. 5) the selection of Dr. C. Lowry Barnes, professor and chair of the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at…
by - February 5, 2026 1:46 pm
Devoid of pomp and circumstance, Tyson Foods shareholders, executives and board members gathered in the meat giant’s offices in Springdale to celebrate 63 years as a publicly traded company and…
by - February 5, 2026 12:04 pm
Walmart is ushering in a new top executive group focused on transforming its retail operations with artificial intelligence (AI) to increase internal efficiency and capture an even bigger share of…
by - February 5, 2026 11:56 am
The Fort Smith-based Arkansas Colleges of Health Education (ACHE) is again expanding academic offerings with three new doctorate programs to begin this summer and a master’s degree set to start…
by - February 5, 2026 11:25 am
Arkansas State University will expand its College of Nursing and Health Professions after Congress approved a $9 million appropriation for the project. Plans and funding for the project are still…
by - February 4, 2026 4:43 pm
The purchase and planned installation of five Parrot Island Waterpark waterslides has taken more twists and turns than, well, a water park waterslide. The latest chapter comes via a lawsuit…
by - February 4, 2026 4:00 pm
Murphy USA reported Wednesday (Feb. 4) a small dip in revenue and net income for the full year of 2025, but the company says it remains on solid financial footing…
by - February 4, 2026 2:42 pm
Jonesboro city officials are launching a new planning initiative and are looking for public input. Plan Jonesboro will combine community input with data on population, housing, infrastructure and finances to…
by - February 4, 2026 2:39 pm
This year’s conference will focus on Arkansas groundwater management, regulatory and legal developments shaping agricultural policy, and the outlook for U.S. farm policy and the upcoming farm bill. All conference…
by - February 4, 2026 2:28 pm
The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith (UAFS) on Wednesday (Feb. 4) released more details of a $30 million plan to build and operate a Center for Health Innovation that…
by - February 4, 2026 12:24 pm
Upscale men’s clothing retailer Walker Brothers has been undergoing a leadership transition after co-owner John Cole pivoted from daily operations to an advisory role. About five years ago, Cole said…
by - February 4, 2026 12:18 pm
The Fayetteville-based Washington Regional Medical System has hired a surgeon, hospitalist and advanced practice registered nurse for its different care and surgery centers. Following are recent hires, promotions, and appointments…
by - February 4, 2026 11:50 am
December 2025 sales tax receipts lagged slightly behind years past, but Fort Smith city officials remain optimistic. Part of the optimism is founded in tax revenue showing gains in the…
