Fort Smith

Judge dismisses FOIA lawsuit against city of Fort Smith

After a day of testimony from city directors and Fort Smith City Clerk Sherri Gard, the city of Fort Smith was dismissed by Circuit Court Judge James Cox from a…

Wal-Mart realigns small-store format management, adjusting ‘on the fly’

Significant internal corporate changes in management and structure within the Walmart U.S. division is an obvious sign that execs at Bentonville-based Wal-Mart Stores are serious about maximizing better comp sales…

Stroke care leader leaves Sparks Health for NWA medical director job

Dr. Margaret Tremwel, a recognized state and national leader in stroke care and one of the people instrumental in establishing a Fort Smith regional telemedicine network, has left Sparks Health…

Tyson Foods expected to ride rising meat prices to record profits

The 2014 fiscal year is shaping up to be another record year for Tyson Foods thanks to potential gains from rising meat prices and the $8.5 billion purchase of Hillshire…

Ethical Leadership Forum

Ross, Hutchinson debate positions on education, guns and taxes

On day one as governor, Mike Ross would have state agencies review regulations that are more than three years old to see if they are still needed or if they…

Tusk to Tail 2014: Because size matters, the Bama game requires bigger tents

Bama Week. Say it slowly. Let the importance sink in a bit. The Hogs have not beaten the Crimson Tide since 2006 in Fayetteville when 4/5 of the Springdale Five…

Fort Smith Board wants to restart talks with Feds over Clean Water Act issues

The Fort Smith Board of Directors approved a resolution during its regularly scheduled Tuesday (Oct. 7) meeting that expresses a desire to restart negotiations with the United States Department of…

Fort Smith Director wants to ‘soften the impact’ of pension problem

The city of Fort Smith is facing a coming insolvency of its police and fire retirement contribution fund as early as 2019, but there are no plans to address the…

Gay marriages now legal in Oklahoma after U.S. Supreme Court refuses appeals

Same sex couples are now able to receive marriage licenses in most counties across the state of Oklahoma following the United States Supreme Court's decision Monday (Oct. 6) to not…

Retailers revamping payment policies ahead of mobile pay

The paper check was once the most used form of currency by consumers at retail counters, but the times are changing rapidly. Whole Foods recently announced as of Sept. 1…

Wal-Mart cuts insurance for part-timers, expands Mayo Clinic access

Faced with insurance costs that could rise $500 million in the fiscal year, Wal-Mart Stores announced Tuesday (Oct. 7) plans to stop offering health insurance for an estimated 26,000 U.S….

Crawford County Health Education Coalition Kick-Off Poker Run

The Crawford County Health Education Coalition (CCHEC) is planning a kick-off event to celebrate the resurrection of this community group. The event will be on Saturday, October 18th, 2014 at…

Puppets in the Park

The Art Experience, Inc presents the 7th Annual Puppets in the Park on Saturday, October 18 from 9:30-5:30 at Wilson Park in Fayetteville. This free family festival will feature a…

U.S. Reps. Shuster, Womack tour NWA and Fort Smith infrastructure projects

House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Chairman Bill Shuster, R-Penn., journeyed to Northwest Arkansas and the Fort Smith regions on Monday (Oct. 6) to have a first hand look at infrastructure…

Critics evaluate Wal-Mart’s focus on sustainable food systems

Wal-Mart CEO Doug McMillon took a bold stance earlier this year when he told the world he would push the envelope toward innovation to drive future growth and improve its…

County Judges, Sheriffs seek special session for jail costs

County judges and sheriffs are pushing for a special session to deal with jail reimbursements for state inmates, but Gov. Mike Beebe and at least one key state lawmaker are…

Fort Smith police, fire retirement plans pose big budget problems

Pensions for police officers and firefighters in Fort Smith are costing the city of Fort Smith large sums of money each year. And the city fund responsible for paying into…

Companies large and small continue to use workplace chaplains

To John McCutcheon, co-owner of Polytech Plastic Molding in Prairie Grove, the idea of contracting for a chaplaincy program for his employees is “without question worth every penny.” Statistics indicate…

Try to avoid federal ‘help’

The U.S. Department of Labor Promises help is on the way. What comforting words … help is on the way. But why don’t I feel better? “Work in Progress,” the…

Brad Doyle appointed as a director on the United Soybean Board

New World Screwworm infestation is spreading

Tyson Foods to pay outgoing COO $10.578 million

Change-of-government question returning to Fort Smith board meeting