by - August 14, 2018 3:49 pm
McDonald’s to invest $69 million in Arkansas to modernize stores
McDonald’s on Tuesday (Aug. 14) announced plans to invest $69 million in 100 of the more than 170 stores in Arkansas by 2019. The work is part of a $6…
Tourism / Heritage
by - August 13, 2018 5:14 pm
Searcy man develops patented device to aid duck hunters
Some of Mark Wilson’s fondest memories of his childhood involve him, his father, and countless hours of duck hunting in rural Arkansas. Part of duck hunting is setting duck decoys,…
by - August 13, 2018 3:41 pm
‘The Unexpected’ returns to Fort Smith on Oct. 22, lineup and events to be determined
The Unexpected art mural project will be held during the last third of the year, according to 64.6 Downtown. The group — a nonprofit funded and created by Propak owner…
by - August 13, 2018 10:01 am
Don’t bet on it: Impact in Arkansas of legalized sports gambling unclear
Southeastern Conference football has become increasingly like the NFL in the past couple decades. But there remain significant differences — not least of which is the widespread notion the college…
by - August 8, 2018 9:01 pm
Group hopes to re-purpose old White River bridge; chides Sen. Boozman for a lack of support
An effort is underway to transform the old bridge that spans the White River at Clarendon, but state partners are still awaiting federal backing, including support from U.S. Sen. John…
by - August 8, 2018 5:39 pm
Tourism roundtable: Arts, history will drive state’s visitor industry
Arkansas has long touted its “Natural State” motto to draw visitors to the state. In recent years, tourism tax collections have set new records. In 2017, the 2% tax on…
by - August 7, 2018 5:52 pm
Fish City Grill will build a new Fort Smith location on Phoenix Avenue, date uncertain
Dallas-based Fish City Grill has plans to open a Fort Smith location at 7001 Phoenix Ave. just across from the Holiday Inn Express, according to development plans provided to the…
by - August 6, 2018 6:58 pm
Tacos 4 Life Fort Smith location sets grand opening as Aug. 14
The Tacos 4 Life Fort Smith location will host its grand opening on Tuesday (Aug. 14), a spokesperson for the Conway-based company told Talk Business & Politics. The location at…
by - August 5, 2018 5:31 pm
Arkansas Tourism Ticker: Arkansas’ tourism numbers rise to begin 2018
The state’s tourism industry showed signs of moderating in the back half of 2017, but picked up the pace in the first four months of 2018, according to the Arkansas…
by - August 1, 2018 3:00 pm
Scholarships, new hires, curriculum part of standing up UA School of Art
New coursework, granting scholarships, building a new arts and design district are part of efforts to implement the vision of a $120 million grant from the Walton Family Charitable Foundation….
by - July 31, 2018 3:56 pm
21c Museum Hotels sold to French hotel operator for $51 million
French hotel operator AccorHotels announced Tuesday (July 31) it has signed an agreement to acquire 85% of 21c Museum Hotels. The Louisville, Ky.-based chain has 11 hotels open or in…
by - July 26, 2018 5:08 pm
Construction begins on $50 million U.S. Marshals Museum building
The United States Marshals Museum (USMM) has begun construction on its new $50 million location on the banks of the Arkansas River near downtown Fort Smith. For USMM President and…
by - July 25, 2018 6:57 pm
Van Buren opens Veterans Memorial Plaza, a ‘community effort’ spanning generations
Van Buren’s Veterans Memorial Plaza opened Wednesday (July 25) amid sweltering temperatures. Hundreds of residents gathered for over an hour. They spilled out into Freedom Park and lined Main Street….
by - July 25, 2018 6:25 pm
Casino amendment supporters fall short on signatures, have until Aug. 24 for ‘cure period’
Organizers of the proposed amendment to expand gambling in Arkansas fell almost 15,000 signatures short, but have until Aug. 24 to submit more signatures or challenge rejected signatures, according to…
by - July 24, 2018 6:15 pm
Little Rock tourism chief named to Destinations International board
Little Rock Convention & Visitors Bureau (LRCVB) President & CEO Gretchen Hall has been appointed to the Destinations International 2018-2019 Board of Directors. Destinations International (formerly Destination Marketing Association International)…
by - July 23, 2018 12:57 pm
Barlogie named Arkansas tourism development manager
Joy Barlogie is the new tourism development manager for the Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism, according to a Monday (July 23) press release from the department. Barlogie previously served…
by - July 23, 2018 12:08 pm
New all day, late night restaurant and hangout The Holler opens in Bentonville
A unique all day and late night option to the myriad of restaurants and coffee shops in Northwest Arkansas opened Saturday (July 21). The Holler, operated by the Walton-backed firm…
by - July 22, 2018 5:24 pm
ERC announces Chaffee Pizza as the inaugural tenant at The Landing
Chaffee Pizza Company, LLC has been named as the first tenant of ERC Holdings’ The Landing commercial development in front of the Walmart distribution center on Zero Street in Fort…
by - July 22, 2018 5:08 pm
Key section for Buffalo River Trail becomes available
Arkansas’ outdoor community is rallying to raise $80,000 for purchasing land that is key to piecing together the approximately 100-mile Buffalo River Trail (BRT). After years of pursuing this piece…
by - July 19, 2018 3:59 pm
Louisiana native markets Rogers as ‘world-class’ destination
J.R. Shaw moved from Pennsylvania to Northwest Arkansas more than three years ago to lead the efforts in drawing tourists to Rogers. Since then, revenue from the city’s lodging tax…