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Democrat Steel joins the Attorney General race

Rep. Nate Steel, D-Nashville, became the first Democrat and the latest candidate to announce his candidacy for Arkansas Attorney General. Steel made the announcement in his hometown of Nashville and…

Historic grants to cities and counties total more than $2 million

Several city and county governments in the Fort Smith and Northwest Arkansas areas received a portion of more than $2 million in grants from the Arkansas Historic Preservation Program, an…

Ross talks gay marriage, gun laws, jobs

Count former U.S. Rep. Mike Ross, D-Prescott, as one Democrat who disagrees with Arkansas Economic Development Commission director Grant Tennille's support of gay marriage. At a July 8 press conference,…

Bachoco expands investment in Arkansas

Mexico-based Bachoco, owner of O.K. Foods, is expanding its investment in Arkansas as the poultry company signed a deal to acquire the breeding assets of Morris Hatchery Inc. located in…

U.S. retailers detail Bangladesh safety pact

Wal-Mart was one of 17 U.S. retailers and suppliers to agree to a five-year safety pack needed to improve workplace conditions at dozens of garment factories in Bangladesh. The safety…

Trucking sector signals tepid economic growth

The trucking and transport sector, often seen as a barometer for the broader economy, is expected to report mixed financial results over the next few weeks, according to industry analysts….

Fort Smith Director: HMA center not in jeopardy

Fort Smith City Director Mike Lorenz says the process to eventually employ 500 at the Health Management Associates (HMA) regional service center in Fort Smith is well underway. He also…

Sweet Bay Coffee by the Park Presents: Live Music on the Patio with .357.

Sweet Bay Coffee by the Park Presents: Live Music on the Patio featuring .375! .357 is a TRUE “band of brothers”! That’s right! These three talented teens are real life…

Fort Smith trash collection again stirs disagreement

Any assumption that passing an ordinance to give the Fort Smith Department of Sanitation leverage over residential trash collection methods would be easy were proven wrong tonight (July 9). In…

Let’s give a damn

The two daughters at the Tilley home are frequently encouraged to be aware of the world around them; keep their head on a swivel; to make the attempt to walk…

Bankers: Small banks to suffer from Dodd-Frank

It’s likely that few, if any, Fort Smith and Northwest Arkansas area bankers would disagree with Little Rock banker French Hill who said the so-called Dodd-Frank law will in the…

Children’s Story Time in Van Buren

Dig into "long ago" during Story Time at the Van Buren Public Library.

Summer Reading Program 4 Teens in Mulberry

It's Devil's Den Day at the Mulberry Public Library. Learn all about caves!

Movie Mondays in Van Buren

Beat the heat of summer by attending one or all of the Van Buren Public Library's movie matinees each Monday afternoon in July. For a list of the movies, please…

Science, Wow!

UAMS will be at the Mountainburg Public Library to demonstrate some cool and crazy science. It will be loads of fun and informative.

Tommy Terrific’s Wacky Magic Show in Van Buren

Don't miss your chance to see the Tommy Terrific Wacky Magic Show at the Van Buren Public Library. Bring the family and enjoy Tommy's special blend of comedy and magic!

Tommy Terrific’s Wacky Magic Show in Mulberry

This is your chance to see Tommy Terrific's Wacky Magic Show at the Mulberry Public Library. Bring the kids for laughter and fun! There will be refreshments available.

Tommy Terrific’s Wacky Magic Show in Alma

Tommy plays the big kid who has never done magic before. With the help of kids and his magic book, he uses fun and laughter to ensure everyone will have…