Fort Smith

Fort Smith Museum of History preps for 100-year anniversary

story by Jill M. Rohrbach, travel writer, Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism For 100 years, the Fort Smith Museum of History has been the time capsule for Fort Smith’s…

Election rules require Maddox to retire earlier than planned

Fort Smith City Director Bill Maddox says he will move his resignation from Dec. 31 to early August to avoid the cost of a special election. Maddox previously announced he…

Fort Smith, Van Buren housing markets return to normal

A more than 15-year look at the regional housing market indicates that the 2003-2007 period reflected “abnormal growth years” with respect to home sales, with 2008 and 2009 reflecting a…

The digital year

comScore says Internet usage strong in 2009.

Chaffee authority salary budget up 4.2% in 2010

story by Marla Cantrell [email protected] There weren’t a lot of raises or bonuses handed out among local governments in 2009, and with good reason. We’re still in a recession, with…

Lincoln reinforces opposition to ‘Card Check’

U.S. Sen. Blanche Lincoln, D-Ark., said in April 2009 she would not support the Employee Free Choice Act — controversial legislation pushed by her party that would make it easier…

Regional legislators comment on fiscal session

Arkansas’ first-ever fiscal session kicked off Monday (Feb. 8) with Gov. Mike Beebe proposing a “conservative” $4.5 billion budget that restored the nearly $200 million in budget cuts that have…

“QuickBooks Fundamentals – Basic” Class

Parker Consulting Group is excited to offer our clients and the Fort Smith business community our QuickBooks Fundamentals – Basic class. This class is designed to offer both those just…

John Arthur Hammerschmidt doubtful of his entry into 3rd District race

John Arthur Hammerschmidt is considering a run as a Republican for Arkansas’ 3rd Congressional District, but says he’s not likely to enter the fray. Hammerschmidt is the son of former…

Hospitality tax collections down 13.2% in Fort Smith, Van Buren

If Frank owned a hotel or restaurant in the Fort Smith/Van Buren area, he might croon that 2009 was not a very good year. (And don’t you dare ask, “Frank…

The art of starting with realistic financial forecasts

Stockman says it’s important for entrepreneurs to determine sound and reasonable financial projections for their new venture.

It’s the economy …

Survey says economy/jobs more important than healthcare reform.

Arkansas Legislators gather for first-ever fiscal session

story by Roby Brock, editor and owner of TalkBusiness.net [email protected] The Arkansas General Assembly convened at noon today (Feb. 8) to start the first fiscal legislative session in its history….

ABF may benefit from new Wal-Mart shipper policy

A move by Wal-Mart Stores Inc. to tighten deadlines will create changes throughout national and global retail supply channels and could prove a benefit for trucking companies like Fort Smith-based…

Asa says no to 3rd District race

Asa Hutchinson, one of the leading potential GOP contenders in the now open race for the 3rd Congressional District, announced Monday (Feb. 8) he would not enter the race. Hutchinson…

Maddox to resign from Fort Smith board of directors

Fort Smith City Director Bill Maddox has announced he will retire from the board Dec. 31, 2010. Maddox cited his wife’s retirement and travel to help family as reasons for…

Parker’s big pipe

Kyle Parker has a big, big, big pipe to play with. That short starter sentence is silly double entendre that high-falutin’ folks will label sophomoric and wholly unnecessary until they…

Record straightening

Claude Legris attempts to clarify some conventional thinking.

Texas Hold ‘Em draws Classic supporters to downtown Fort Smith

Hooters Girls, adult beverages, dancing and card strategy were part of the event that raised money for The Fort Smith Classic — the only PGA Tour event in Arkansas.