by - January 30, 2011 4:56 pm
Billy and the Senator
Billy, the college friend from thousands of years ago, called this week. He’s equal parts amused and alarmed about the driving habits of a certain Arkansas Senator. Also, Billy continues…
Opinion
by - January 27, 2011 7:41 pm
Adam & Eats: Pho Hoang
The relatively small restaurant is always busy, clean and tidy with a menu full of winners.
by - January 26, 2011 6:46 pm
Big Screen Peter: The Way Back
The movie fails to pull the audience in with a moving narrative despite a great director and good acting.
by - January 25, 2011 7:42 am
The importance of seeking a charitable balance
Stockman says business owners and non-profits should find ways to balance their respective goals.
by - January 24, 2011 7:24 am
Do the 1%. Now.
The Fort Smith Board of Directors should by ordinance enact a 1% prepared food tax to support the operations and maintenance of the Fort Smith Convention Center. It is part…
by - January 20, 2011 5:18 pm
Adam & Eats: Ed Walker’s Drive-In
Like the business end of a French Dip sandwich, Adam gets all drippy about how much he loves Ed Walker’s.
by - January 19, 2011 4:09 pm
Big Screen Peter: The Green Hornet
It’s a decent flick with some ‘escapist enjoyment,’ but it’s not strong enough to fill its almost two-hour length.
by - January 16, 2011 6:32 pm
Miss Eady’s reminder
They say she was robbed. Don’t know much about that, but it’s safe to say Alyse Eady was deserving of the crown. Also know she was a dang sight prettier…
by - January 13, 2011 1:58 pm
Adam & Eats: Maravillas
This new ‘Southwestern’ restaurant in Fort Smith garners one of Adam’s highest ratings.
by - January 11, 2011 9:45 am
10 veteran Arkansas legislators to watch
Editor’s note: The following list was compiled by Talk Business, a content partner with The City Wire. We acknowledge on the front end that there will be an exceptional number…
by - January 9, 2011 7:32 pm
Improved chances of not screwing up
Back in December 2009 it was noted in this space that we don’t want to screw this up. The “this” was and continues to be a growing consensus among the…
by - January 6, 2011 4:05 pm
Adam & Eats: Brannon’s Pub & Grill
Hoping to begin 2011 on a good note, Adam checks out the burgers at a pub that still has a smoking section.
by - January 4, 2011 8:04 am
A new year and new entrepreneurial health
Stockman says good physical and mental health are also key factors in entrepreneurial success.
by - January 2, 2011 9:22 am
Continuing the SOB watch
Editor’s note: This essay first appeared Dec. 28, 2008, on The City Wire. It continues to be an appropriate note to begin a new year. It’s just another day, really….
by - December 30, 2010 4:19 pm
Adam & Eats: Bravo Italian Restaurant
The ambiance is unimpressive but the food is not bad. Not great, but not bad.
by - December 29, 2010 12:18 pm
Big Screen Peter: Do rent these movies in 2011
Despicable, Weird, Black and Gritty movies capture cinematic favor with Peter.
by - December 28, 2010 7:55 am
The entrepreneur and family
Balance between the business and family obligations is essential for success in both areas.
by - December 26, 2010 3:48 pm
More or less
Here’s to hoping our 2011 is better than 2010. And following are a few specific hopes, more or less, for the next year. More active recruitment of jobs and companies…
by - December 23, 2010 4:39 pm
Adam & Eats: R&R Curry Express
This restaurant is so good that Adam believes it could be a reason he lives in Fort Smith for the rest of his life. Seriously.
by - December 23, 2010 6:50 am
Big Screen Peter: True Grit
Admitting a possible bias, Peter says this may be the best movie to hit the big screen in 2010.