by - April 15, 2013 2:38 pm
Declines seen in regional tourism tax revenue
After finishing strong in 2012, the pace of hospitality tax collection growth has slowed in Fort Smith and Van Buren for the first two months of 2013. Collections in Van…
Fort Smith
by - April 15, 2013 12:24 pm
ATU-Ozark announces RecycleMania results
Arkansas Tech University-Ozark Campus recycled 4,400 pounds of materials during RecycleMania, a friendly eight-week competition in which college campuses across the country see who can reduce, reuse and recycle the…
by - April 15, 2013 12:10 pm
Wal-Mart announces new renewable energy initiatives
Wal-Mart Stores President and CEO Mike Duke announced Monday (April 15) that the company will boost the purchase of renewable energy and reduce the amount of energy required to power…
by - April 15, 2013 9:37 am
U.S. Agriculture Secretary to visit Fayetteville
U. S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack is the featured speaker for the second annual Dale and Betty Bumpers Distinguished Lecture Series, hosted by the Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food…
by - April 14, 2013 6:16 pm
No. 10 Diamond Hogs fall to No. 2 LSU
No. 2 LSU broke a 3-3 tie with two runs in the top of the 10th inning to defeat No. 10 Arkansas, 5-3, in the series finale on Sunday afternoon…
by - April 14, 2013 12:52 pm
The April 15 Survival Guide
There are the “haves” and the “have nots”; the haves, the individuals who have already filed their tax returns, and the have nots, those who haven’t filed their income tax…
by - April 14, 2013 12:08 pm
Moms learn about farm operations, agri economics
Farm living is the place to be for John Robert and Carolyn Hart of Prairie Grove. The farming duo milks 113 cows twice a day, and house 50,000 or so…
by - April 12, 2013 9:09 pm
Arkansas has benefitted from natural gas boom
The 4th annual Compass Conference, presented earlier today (April 12) at the Fort Smith Convention Center, focused on the impact of natural gas on the local and regional economy. Paul…
by - April 12, 2013 6:42 pm
Archery
Sunday 2:30 pm Archery – Everyone is encouraged to take part in this beginner’s guide to archery. We provide the bows and arrows, safety and instruction.
by - April 12, 2013 6:40 pm
Laser Shot
Saturday 3:00 pm Laser Shot – Think you’re a “dead-eye”? Sharpen your hunting skills using a computer program similar to a video game, complete with laser gun. This activity…
by - April 12, 2013 6:38 pm
Canoe And Kayak Program
Saturday 10:00am – Noon Canoe and Kayak Program – Staff members will assist boaters on Wells Lake. It’s a great family activity. A parent or guardian must accompany children. Participants…
by - April 12, 2013 6:35 pm
Guided Hike
Saturday 9:00am Guided Hike – A member of the education staff will lead a hike along one of our many trails. Dress for the weather, and don’t forget your camera!
by - April 12, 2013 6:33 pm
Nature Break
Friday 3:45pm Nature Break – join the nature center staff for a short 30 minute nature break activity designed for 3-7 year olds.
by - April 12, 2013 12:49 pm
Canoe And Kayak Check-out
Canoe and Kayak check-outs, on your own, are available Tuesday-Thursday during the summer months, from 8:30 until 3:00 pm.
by - April 12, 2013 11:16 am
The Compass Report: Fort Smith economy weak, stable
From a purely analytical standpoint, the Fort Smith region ended 2012 on a positive note. Fourth quarter 2012 economic conditions were improved compared to the 2011 period, with gains in…
by - April 12, 2013 11:01 am
Health education focus of Mercy Ladies’ Night Out
Everything a girl could want – jewelry, shoes, makeup, relaxation with a massage, spirits, and food – were all under one roof at the Mercy second annual Ladies' Night Out at…
by - April 12, 2013 10:35 am
Sebastian County Libertarian Party Meeting
April meeting of the Sebastian County Libertarian Party will be held at La Huerta on Towson Avenue in Fort Smith. We will be voting at this meeting to ratify the…
by - April 12, 2013 10:23 am
Boots and Bling Ball
Wrangle up your cowboy boots and don your shiniest bling for the first ever Fort Smith Stampede "Boots and Bling Ball" to benefit the Donald W Reynolds Crisis Intervention Center…
by - April 12, 2013 12:57 am
Mobile’s impact on retail is just beginning
Emily is about celebrate her Sweet 16, and mom is busy with work but turns to her mobile phone for help. In a matter of seconds she has opened an…
by - April 11, 2013 9:05 pm
Bank of the Ozarks income up 11.1%
Bank of the Ozarks, Inc. announced that net income for the quarter ended March 31, 2013 was $20.0 million, an 11.1% increase from $18 million for the first quarter of…