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-Energy policy takes center stage
Survival guides use the “rule of threes.” You can survive three minutes without oxygen, three hours without shelter in an extreme environment, three days without water and three weeks without…
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-Survival guides use the “rule of threes.” You can survive three minutes without oxygen, three hours without shelter in an extreme environment, three days without water and three weeks without…
by January 30, 2025 5:00 pm
-There is a shortage of affordable housing in Northwest Arkansas, a fact noted by consumers, foundations, public officials and in media reports. Every city in the region is affected by…
by January 21, 2025 11:04 am
-So you have an idea. A genius idea. A wonderful, brilliant, genius idea. You’re going to build a product or service that’s going to change the world. You toil for…
by January 13, 2025 1:22 pm
-In today’s political climate, it’s easy to feel divided by labels. But here in Fort Smith, we have the opportunity to work together beyond party lines for the good of…
by January 9, 2025 2:41 pm
-Americans love to be busy — or at least give the impression we are. As Time magazine recently noted, our society increasingly values being active, at work and at home,…
by January 7, 2025 1:20 pm
-Northwest Arkansas has a strong history of community engagement. While it’s true that some companies don’t engage the community – either because they haven’t given it any thought or they…
by December 31, 2024 8:00 am
-As 2024 comes to a close, the subject of New Year’s resolutions often arises. Looking for something new or stuck in a rut, many of us vow to ourselves or…
by December 30, 2024 10:30 am
-Despite an uptick in awareness and concerted efforts, Arkansas continues to face a serious maternal health crisis. Its vast rural footprint limits access to healthcare, and high rates of unplanned…
by December 22, 2024 12:16 pm
-I can still remember learning to drive my first car. My newfound freedom changed everything. It was an exciting right of passage. Although driving equals freedom, the dangers of navigating…
by December 15, 2024 12:11 pm
-Fort Smith has always been my home, a city I deeply care for and have dedicated years of my life to serving. As a former city director and planning commissioner,…
by December 8, 2024 10:49 am
-The craft of improvisation is built on a few core foundational principles. First and the most widely known is the law of agreement, typically referred to as “yes, and.” Basically…
by December 1, 2024 10:56 am
-Over the past few months, I have had the privilege of traveling across Arkansas to visit each region of the state and meet with organizations dedicated to maternal and infant…
by November 25, 2024 4:50 pm
-When you hear “zoning changes,” you might think “obstacles.” But recent zoning changes in Northwest Arkansas, as well as some that are proposed as part of our cities’ long-term growth…
by November 24, 2024 11:12 am
-I have started, run and invested in a wide variety of businesses over the past 45 years. Income-generating real estate-wise, I owned residential rentals going back nearly 20 years. But…
by November 10, 2024 11:35 am
-At Onyx Coffee Lab, our mission is driven by four core values: quality, transparency, excellence and kindness. These principles have shaped our approach to coffee, sustainability, and — most importantly…
by November 6, 2024 2:36 pm
-As the Arkansas State Legislature prepares for its 2025 session, several key issues are expected to take center stage. Legislators will navigate a complex landscape while responding to economic pressures…
by October 24, 2024 12:58 pm
-Replace judgment with curiosity. I don’t know if these words found me or if I found them, but they have transformed my life, my work and my understanding of human-ness….
by October 14, 2024 10:43 am
-In July 2017, a guest speaker asked a room full of CEOs, “How do you manage vitality?” What I recall is the looks on the faces of the executives in…
by October 13, 2024 9:20 am
-Financial security is increasingly top-of-mind for those in the workforce, and employers are recognizing the importance of providing robust retirement plans. Offering a 401(k) is a commendable start, but it…
by September 29, 2024 10:22 am
-Trees fascinate me. Perhaps it is because I grew up in the home of a tree trimmer. My dad spent his entire working life in trees. I can easily recall…