by - February 5, 2011 7:14 pm
Miss Arkansas returns to Fort Smith
Alyse Eady and her parents meet with friends and fans during a welcome reception in downtown Fort Smith.
Arts and Entertainment
by - February 3, 2011 10:06 pm
The inaugural Chef and Winemaker dinner meets with success
Top chefs come to Fort Smith for an event that builds awareness for the Bost Foundation.
by - February 3, 2011 8:12 pm
Adam & Eats: Nadia’s Gyros & More
It’s not Mr. Paizi’s, but Nadia’s serves up a good meal. Give it a shot.
by - February 2, 2011 3:08 pm
Big Screen Peter: The Mechanic
If this movie remake were a car, we’re not sure a real mechanic could fix it.
by - February 2, 2011 9:02 am
Scene by Carson: Kiss pigs, learn to cook and take pictures in the dark
There is a lot to do, and you only have 28 days to pack it all in. So, get moving.
by - January 28, 2011 4:23 pm
Festival on the Border planned as new area music event (Updated)
Editor’s note: A statement from festival organizers is at the end of this report. A new music event designed to possibly replace the now defunct Fort Smith Classic and the…
by - January 27, 2011 7:41 pm
Adam & Eats: Pho Hoang
The relatively small restaurant is always busy, clean and tidy with a menu full of winners.
by - January 26, 2011 6:46 pm
Big Screen Peter: The Way Back
The movie fails to pull the audience in with a moving narrative despite a great director and good acting.
by - January 24, 2011 9:24 am
Hundreds gather to see latest in wedding trends
Dresses, cakes and decorations were highlighted during the 2011 River Valley Bridal Extravaganza.
by - January 23, 2011 10:32 am
Oh WATA Night goes Down Under
The fundraising event helps support tennis programs in five Fort Smith regional counties.
by - January 20, 2011 5:18 pm
Adam & Eats: Ed Walker’s Drive-In
Like the business end of a French Dip sandwich, Adam gets all drippy about how much he loves Ed Walker’s.
by - January 19, 2011 4:09 pm
Big Screen Peter: The Green Hornet
It’s a decent flick with some ‘escapist enjoyment,’ but it’s not strong enough to fill its almost two-hour length.
by - January 19, 2011 3:39 pm
2011 Fort Smith Airshow to feature Thunderbirds, JetBus
The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds may be the featured act of the 2011 Fort Smith Airshow, but a jet-powered school bus — the JetBus — that can reach speeds of…
by - January 17, 2011 6:48 am
Music festival planned to replace golf events
Two major golf tournaments in the River Valley will not happen in 2011. The Fort Smith Classic and the Celebrity Classic no longer exist. Both events raise thousands of dollars…
by - January 14, 2011 4:11 pm
Paddock’s Picks: Crooked Letter, Crooked Letter
Tom Franklin uses a keen ear and clever pen to capture the Southern nuances in this mystery.
by - January 14, 2011 10:49 am
Trio of Poets bring poetry perspective to Fort Smith
Second Street Live! show combined performance of national touring poets with words from local poets.
by - January 13, 2011 1:58 pm
Adam & Eats: Maravillas
This new ‘Southwestern’ restaurant in Fort Smith garners one of Adam’s highest ratings.
by - January 13, 2011 12:25 pm
Pearce plans to build on integrity, reputation of Second Street Live!
story by Peter Lewis [email protected] Toward the end of this past September, it was reported that Dick Renko and Second Street Live! would be parting ways after being unable to…
by - January 9, 2011 7:20 pm
Scene by Carson: Poets, Polar Bears and Jazz in January. Oh my!
It may be cold outside, but that doesn’t mean you have to stay holed up in front of a fire.
by - January 6, 2011 4:05 pm
Adam & Eats: Brannon’s Pub & Grill
Hoping to begin 2011 on a good note, Adam checks out the burgers at a pub that still has a smoking section.