Fort Smith

Another Arkansas Congressman to serve on ‘whip’ team

Incoming U.S. Rep. Tim Griffin, R-Little Rock, who will be sworn in on Wednesday, says he has been asked to serve on the House Republican "whip team" as an assistant…

Bank of the Ozarks announces dividend

Little Rock-based Bank of the Ozarks announced Monday (Jan. 3) a regular quarterly cash dividend of 17 cents per common share payable Jan. 21, 2011 to shareholders of record as…

Postal Service hearing on Fort Smith facility postponed

U.S. Rep.-elect Steve Womack is a little frustrated with the U.S. Postal Service. When USPS announced Dec. 3 it would study the option of closing the mail processing center in…

ABF expands service into the Dominican Republic

Fort Smith-based ABF Freight System announced Monday (Jan. 3) an expanded Caribbean coverage in response to increased demand for shipping solutions from customers taking advantage of opportunities created by the…

Area manufacturing association announces new officers

The Fort Smith Area Manufacturing Executive Association announced new officers for 2011. Serving as president of the organization is Greg Boschert, plant manager of Owens-Corning; vice president is Randy Breaux,…

Sanders begins mayoral duties; ‘new’ city board set to convene

The “new” Fort Smith Board of Directors will consider a relatively short and simple agenda Tuesday (Jan. 4) during its first official voting session. New on the board will be…

Good manufacturing report

An ISM report notes 17th consecutive months of sector growth.

Razorbacks ignoring Big Ten bowl woes; avoiding discipline issues

When Arkansas and Ohio State square off Tuesday night (Jan. 4) in the Sugar Bowl it will be the Big Ten’s last chance to salvage from post season pride, notes…

Baldor, Dillard’s see largest share price gains in 2010

Economic conditions were certainly mixed and uncertain in 2010, but share price moves among the 16 Arkansas-based publicly held companies monitored by The City Wire indicate a good year for…

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….

Gubernatorial reflection

Gov. Mike Beebe reviews the ups and downs of 2010.

Crowds come and go quickly on New Year’s in Fort Smith

Creekmore Park gathers a large crowd for the ball drop and a fireworks show.

Tinsel & Tails rings in the new year with a packed house

More than 450 gathered to eat, drink and raise money for Alzheimer’s programs.

Womack asked to join ‘whip team’

U.S. Rep.-elect Steve Womack, R-Rogers, continues to add to his Congressional responsibilities. Womack was asked Thursday (Dec. 30) by U.S. Rep. Kevin McCarthy, R-Calif., if he would serve as a…

ABB, Baldor move to settle legal entanglements

Officials with ABB and Baldor Electric Co. have moved to settle out of court three lawsuits filed shortly after ABB announced its intent to acquire Baldor. Zurich, Switzerland-based ABB announced…

Adam & Eats: Bravo Italian Restaurant

The ambiance is unimpressive but the food is not bad. Not great, but not bad.

Dr. Joseph Aldrich to join Summit Medical

Summit Medical Center announces the addition of Joseph Aldrich, a pediatrician, to its medical staff. Dr. Aldrich has 30 years of medical experience and previously had a practice in Fort…

Mayor Baker: ‘I’m going to remain very active’

Thursday’s presentation of the Spirit of the Frontier awards may have been Fort Smith Mayor Ray Baker’s last official function during his 20-year mayoral stint, but he doesn’t plan to…

Women of Distinction event set

The Women of Distinction Awards banquet is set for Jan. 27, and will recognize Kathy Babb, Dr. Jo Alice Blondin, Judy McReynolds and Charlotte Tidwell. Proceeds from the event support…