by - August 13, 2024 4:54 pm
Arkansas Gov. Sarah Sanders said she wants to be known as the education governor as she looks to build on policy and legislation that’s impacted pre-K through high school education…
by - August 13, 2024 10:56 am
The sixth cohort of Greenhouse Outdoor Recreation Program (GORP) includes companies focused on cycling, firearms, outdoor apparel and camping, the University of Arkansas announced Tuesday (Aug. 13). The 12-week incubator starts…
by - August 12, 2024 3:33 pm
The Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts (AMFA) announced Monday (Aug. 12) the receipt of a multi-year grant totaling $450,000 from the Windgate Foundation. The grant will significantly enhance the museum’s…
by - August 8, 2024 2:32 pm
Diana Sims on Wednesday (Aug. 7) was the top bidder with $149,000 in a public auction to buy the former KFSM-5 facility in downtown Fort Smith. She is not yet…
by - August 6, 2024 8:38 pm
The Fort Smith Board of Directors on Tuesday (Aug. 6) tabled a vote on spending $4.2 million to expand the Parrot Island Waterpark, and tabled a vote on a waterpark…
by - August 5, 2024 4:16 pm
Arkansas State University has selected Elisabeth Engel as the director of Arkansas State University Museum, said Dr. Will McLean, senior vice provost for Academic Affairs and Research on Monday (Aug….
by - August 5, 2024 3:57 pm
Ahead of restaurant week (Aug. 18-24), Visit Bentonville has released a study showing that visitors spent an average of $77 in a city restaurant in 2023, up from $73 in…
by - August 5, 2024 3:47 pm
The Fort Smith Board of Directors will not only once again take up the subject of new slides at Parrot Island Waterpark, but is expected to consider a lease proposal…
by - August 1, 2024 4:45 pm
Opponents of a citizen-led proposed constitutional amendment that would revoke the Pope County casino license said Aug. 1 that they are petitioning the Arkansas Supreme Court to have the measure…
by - July 30, 2024 6:07 pm
Sebastian County has suggested they lease Parrot Island Waterpark to the City of Fort Smith for $1 a year. The facility is now jointly owned by the two governments, with…
by - July 30, 2024 1:41 pm
The Arkansas Latino Hall of Fame (ALHOF) revealed the names of its inaugural class of inductees — four individuals and one organization – that have made significant contributions to the…
by - July 30, 2024 10:45 am
Fort Smith city officials are planning by the end of the week to select a professional services firm that will develop a master plan for a future park on the…
by - July 29, 2024 6:32 pm
NorthWest Arkansas Community College in Bentonville recently opened enrollment for its new trail technician program. Classes for the 12-week program start Sept. 13. The program, which is completed over 12…
by - July 29, 2024 8:45 am
Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art and the Momentary in Bentonville announced Monday (July 29) the appointment of Susan Peacock as chief impact officer. With Crystal Bridges set to unveil…
by - July 25, 2024 7:49 pm
The Sebastian County Quorum Court in a special meeting Thursday (July 25) once again voted against funding its part of a slide expansion at Parrot Island Waterpark. The connected slide…
by - July 24, 2024 2:15 pm
Artists will soon be solicited to paint a portrait of Deputy U.S. Marshal Bass Reeves for display in the Arkansas Capitol building. Reeves will be the first African-American and first…
by - July 24, 2024 9:37 am
The Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts (AMFA) announced Wednesday (July 24) a new art exhibit called Beyond the F1 Circuit: Artistry and Speed with Williams Racing on view from September…
by - July 23, 2024 4:19 pm
Developers for the new AQ Chicken House in Springdale have submitted plans to the city for design and development review. The well-known restaurant closed March 18, 2023, but a Springdale family…
by - July 22, 2024 4:24 pm
According to a Monday (July 22) news release, a dual-branded Hilton hotel with up to 230 rooms will be built at the northwest corner of Dickson Street and West Avenue…
by - July 22, 2024 2:17 pm
Commissioners with the Fort Smith Central Business Improvement District (CBID) are rethinking projects to fund to improve downtown. Part of the plan shift could include lighting under the Garrison Avenue…
