by - August 29, 2010 11:49 am
Thousands gather in Greenwood for the Sebastian County Fair
Beauty pageants, bull riding and busting muttons were part of the 66th annual fair
Arts and Entertainment
by - August 26, 2010 1:55 pm
Adam & Eats: Boom-a-rang Diner
Food in the downtown Fort Smith diner is OK, but not worth driving across town.
by - August 25, 2010 4:35 pm
Big Screen Peter: The Switch
A movie that falls between “profundities and playfulness” garners good cheer from Peter.
by - August 24, 2010 10:09 am
Crawford County Fair to feature biblical horse whisperer
story by Marla Cantrell [email protected] Horse whisperer Ted Nowland will be at the 89th annual Crawford County Fair to break a horse using principles found in the New Testament. Nowland,…
by - August 19, 2010 9:35 pm
Subiaco Academy, Mt. Magazine latest projects for John Bell
Two of the most unique and beautiful spots in Western Arkansas are captured in the most recent work for noted Fort Smith artist John Bell. Bell, 73, known nationwide for…
by - August 19, 2010 1:56 pm
Adam & Eats: Rivertowne BBQ
The smoked fish, good service, bean slop and creamed possum are just a few things that justify the trip to Ozark.
by - August 18, 2010 6:10 pm
Big Screen Peter: Winter’s Bone
This independent movie will have limited play in the Fort Smith area, so go see the Sundance winner while you can.
by - August 14, 2010 1:38 pm
Paddock’s Picks: Making Rounds with Oscar
Possibly attracted to the “sweet aroma” of death, Oscar the cat possessed an “extraordinary gift.”
by - August 12, 2010 4:16 pm
Adam & Eats: An early retrospective, part 2
The Fort Smith area has a decent restaurant scene, with much diversity and a few great spots to munch.
by - August 11, 2010 3:55 pm
Big Screen Peter: The Other Guys
It’s a funny movie with the usual goofy stuff from Will Ferrell. It’s unfunny in that the movie lacks a decent plot.
by - August 10, 2010 9:51 am
Art education to reach 2,500 students; Van Buren center plans expansion
story and photos by Marla Cantrell [email protected] When school resumes, 2,500 elementary schoolchildren will have the opportunity to learn about art through a program provided by The Center for Art…
by - August 5, 2010 2:23 pm
Adam & Eats: An early retrospective, part 1
After almost eight months of reviewing area restaurants, Adam comments on, “The Good, The Bad, and The Really Bad.”
by - August 4, 2010 5:49 pm
Big Screen Peter: Charlie St. Cloud
It’s not a masterpiece, but Peter likes the way the movie investigates and portrays the wonders of life.
by - August 2, 2010 8:45 am
Scene by Carson: A hot August has plenty to do
Golf ball drops, Fayetteville garden excursions and ice cream socials are interesting parts of the August mix.
by - August 1, 2010 10:24 am
Team Razorback takes the top trophy at the first annual Rivertown Raft Race
The Fort Smith Jaycees organized the race and proceeds benefitted the Fort Smith Boy’s Shelter.
by - July 29, 2010 9:50 pm
Adam & Eats: Carol’s Cafe and Pizzeria
The Van Buren eatery provides good and fresh food, but don’t be in a hurry and do be nice to the waitstaff.
by - July 29, 2010 10:16 am
Big Screen Peter: Salt
The movie is decent, with Peter saying it occupies the middle ground between great and poor.
by - July 23, 2010 2:19 pm
Paddock’s Picks: Bad News for Outlaws
An illustrated children’s book about Bass Reeves also is a good book for adults.
by - July 22, 2010 6:42 pm
Adam & Eats: Trio’s
File this in the keep-it-simple-stupid category of what makes for a good restaurant experience.
by - July 22, 2010 6:52 am
Big Screen Peter: Inception
Peter’s got this thing for Leo, so he really likes this movie. He says it’s stunning.