Guest Commentary

The inauguration madness

Washington, D.C., is crazy this time every four years. Yes, even more crazy than normal. Olive has a few insights into what he calls the "frenetic activity."

A little bit about mortgages

Ethan Nobles, director of media relations for the Arkansas Realtors Association, attempts to clarify a few points about obtaining a mortgage in these interesting economic times.

Chaffee Authority touts success of dog food plant, wetlands and Elvis

Authority Director Ivy Owen says 2009 successes could include museum growth, job additions and “Learning Fields.”

The questions about progress with the U.S. Marshals Museum are many and welcome.

Sandi Sanders, project director for the museum, outlines a few activities that will begin to provide answers to some of those questions.

Smart and aggressive regional leadership only hope for substantial Interstate 49 funding

Ken O’Donnell, director of the Bi-State Metropolitan Planning Organization, thinks it’s time for federal and state highway officials and agencies to become our partners or be asked to publicly explain why they are not or won’t be

A behind the scenes report from Washington D.C.

Interstate 49 funding, natural gas industry regulations could be part of future Congressional action.

Library, levees, roads and ports on the Mayor’s list

Van Buren Mayor Bob Freeman is positive about the city’s future, but will, in the national economic slowdown, be cautious with any new expenditure for equipment or staff.

An update on the Regional Intermodal Authority for the Fort Smith/Van Buren area

Ken O’Donnell, director of the Bi-State Metropolitan Planning Organization, says trust and the formation of partnerships between the freight and business communities and the public are essential for this to be a successful endeavor.