by - February 17, 2012 5:51 pm
Gala opening brings a crowd to the ‘Web of Murder’
The 2012 season at the Fort Smith Little Theatre kicked off with a diabolical plot of deceit, mystery, and peril. A gala opening on Feb. 16, for “Web of Murder”…
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by - February 17, 2012 4:54 pm
Arkansas General Assembly: Week 1 session recap
Arkansas lawmakers convened Monday (Feb. 12) for the 2012 fiscal session during which legislators began crafting a balanced budget proposal for state services, prioritizing the spending of a $72 million surplus,…
by - February 17, 2012 3:53 pm
St. Scholastica Retreat Center Giant Garage Sale
A wide variety of gently used treasures of the Benedictine sisters, their friends and donors will be available for sale. For further information, call Sister Madeline at (479) 739-7786. St….
by - February 17, 2012 3:45 pm
Poultry industry makes food donation
Arkansas poultry companies will deliver 48,000 pounds of chicken, turkey, eggs and peanut butter as a donation to the Arkansas Hunger Relief Alliance to help combat child hunger across the state….
by - February 17, 2012 2:53 pm
Summit Medical earns respiratory care award
Summit Medical Center has earned Quality Respiratory Care Recognition (CRCR) under a national program aimed at helping patients and families make informed decisions about the quality of the respiratory care…
by - February 17, 2012 2:14 pm
Market moves reduce Fayetteville Shale activity
While Houston-based Southwestern Energy has the luxury of continuing to drill, even with prices well below their own internal forecast, other drillers are keeping a watchful eye on the current…
by - February 17, 2012 2:10 pm
$1.4 million in appliance rebates available
The Arkansas Energy Office (AEO), a division of the Arkansas Economic Development Commission (AEDC), announced Friday (Feb. 17) that The Arkansas ENERGY STAR Appliance Rebate Program will immediately re-open with…
by - February 17, 2012 12:32 pm
Habitat for Humanity ReStore Grand Opening
The Arkansas Valley Habitat for Humanity ReStore will hold a Grand Opening Celebration for their brand new retail store. The store will be stocked with great gently used furniture, appliances…
by - February 17, 2012 11:30 am
Caterpillar picks Georgia for new plant
Caterpillar has selected a location near Athens, Georgia for a new $200 million hydraulic excavator manufacturing facility. Arkansas economic officials had been working to land the plant in state, possibly…
by - February 17, 2012 11:06 am
Hogs to play LSU in Fayetteville
Arkansas will play Rutgers in a home-and-home non-conference football series set to begin on Sept. 22, 2012 at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium, according to a press release issued Friday…
by - February 17, 2012 9:19 am
Veggie Tales Live
Come See Veggie Tales Live March 3rd @ 2 PM Fort Smith Convention Center VIP Tickets with Meet and Greet $31 Advanced General Admission $19 / Group Rates for 5…
by - February 16, 2012 11:19 pm
Regional economic leaders eye joint efforts
FAYETTEVILLE — Northwest and central Arkansas economic leaders must work together if Arkansas is to compete in a global market, said Elizabeth Small, president and CEO of 50 for the…
by - February 16, 2012 10:11 pm
Officials place aquatics park on ballot
The Sebastian County Quorum Court and Fort Smith City Board of Directors approved an inter-local agreement at a special joint meeting Thursday night (Feb. 16) to move forward on the…
by - February 16, 2012 7:37 pm
Adam & Eats: River City Deli
This week I’m very excited. When I heard we have a new deli in Fort Smith, especially a New York style deli, my mouth began immediately watering. The chance to…
by - February 16, 2012 7:18 pm
Alice Walton to receive honorary UA degree
To recognize the “lifetime of contributions” of Alice Walton, the University of Arkansas is granting her an honorary Doctor of Arts and Humane Letters during the spring All-University commencement ceremony…
by - February 16, 2012 6:17 pm
Low natural gas prices won’t stop drilling
Even as Wall Street analysts continue to ratchet down their 2012 forecasts for already record low wellhead prices, Fayetteville Shale producers don’t appear ready to completely halt cash-rich drilling plans…
by - February 16, 2012 3:45 pm
Catfish: All you can eat, no more
All-you-can-eat catfish buffets are becoming a thing of the past as restaurants struggle to stay afloat, according to industry operators. Wholesale catfish prices have risen to record highs, availability of…
by - February 16, 2012 2:04 pm
UAFS Symphonic Band Concert
Join the UAFS Symphonic Band in concert as they present musical works that blend Old World charm with New World energy. 7:30pm – Arkansas Best Performing Arts Center (Fort Smith…
by - February 16, 2012 2:04 pm
UAFS Choral Concert
The UAFS Chorale and Women's Chorus will perform their annual spring concert at Grand Avenue Baptist Church, 3900 Grand Avenue. FREE and open to the public. Concert starts at 7:30…
by - February 16, 2012 12:04 pm
Oklahoma income tax plan pressures Arkansas’ tax future
Oklahoma's Governor is pursuing a radical overhaul in the Sooner State's personal income tax structure and Arkansas policy makers say the Natural State will feel the pressure to respond. Earlier…