by - June 30, 2014 12:06 pm
For the sixth time in the past seven years, Arkansas has earned a spot among the nation’s top 30 programs in the Learfield Sports Directors Cup. The Razorbacks finished 28th…
by - June 30, 2014 12:06 pm
Tyson Foods set up a $1 million endowment through the U.S. Poultry Foundation to support the organization's “Ensuring the Future” campaign. “It’s no secret that the next generation will have…
by - June 29, 2014 6:28 pm
I have called the Arkansas General Assembly to Little Rock for an extraordinary session, often referred to as a special session. There are legislative issues to be addressed before the…
by - June 29, 2014 6:24 pm
A co-chair of a task force on teacher health insurance says after this week’s special session, his group plans to study privatizing the troubled school benefits program. Appearing on this…
by - June 29, 2014 6:19 pm
The recent advances of the ISIS insurgency in Iraq, which threatens to undo what this country poured so much blood and treasure into is disturbing to many Americans, particularly veterans…
by - June 29, 2014 6:05 pm
This year’s Wakarusa music festival drew thousands of people to this rural Mulberry Mountain in the Ozarks just a few weeks back. Held June 5-8, the festival welcomed many returning…
by - June 29, 2014 9:50 am
Van Buren-based USA Truck has earned the Peak Performance Award from FedEx SmartPost for the 2014 fiscal year. FedEx SmartPost recognized USA Truck for its superior performance. FedEx SmartPost specializes…
by - June 28, 2014 12:41 pm
Noble Impact brought its mission of engaging students to pursue public service as entrepreneurs to the University of Arkansas at Fort Smith this week, culminating with a Friday afternoon (June…
by - June 28, 2014 12:19 pm
Sondra LaMar, long-time public relations director at the University of Arkansas at Fort Smith, is leaving UAFS at the end of June, marking almost 42 years working in higher education….
by - June 27, 2014 4:03 pm
Lost in the 50’s July 26 King Opera House 6 p.m. “Lost in the 50’s” tribute artists music show, featuring Jerry Standridge, Jim Wooley, Missy Beauchaine, Tammy Killman & Hannah…
by - June 27, 2014 4:02 pm
J.R.’s Country Gospel Variety Show July 19 King Opera House – Van Buren 7 p.m Fun filled uplifting gospel music variety show that will warm your heart. Tickets $5 at…
by - June 27, 2014 4:01 pm
Art Night Out Center For Art & Education- Van Buren July 18 Center For Art & Education will hold an Art Night Out. “Paint Your Pet” bring your favorite…
by - June 27, 2014 3:58 pm
Crawford County Chronicles July 6 UAFS Drennen Scott Historic Site 1:30 and again at 3:00 p.m. The July Chronicles will have Ken O’Donnell talking about the Butterfield Stage Line….
by - June 27, 2014 3:56 pm
4th of July Fireworks Field of Dreams- Van Buren City of Van Buren Fireworks show at the Field of Dreams located off I-40 and Exit 3. Gates open at 7…
by - June 27, 2014 3:54 pm
Opening Reception Center For Art & Education- Van Buren July 1 5-7 p.m. July Opening Reception. The Main Gallery will showcase “The Nature of Change” featuring Jimmy Leach and Jason…
by - June 27, 2014 10:01 am
Wal-Mart Stores has permanently reduced the cost of iPhone 5C and iPhone 5S effective today (June 27). This move comes in anticipation of an imminent launch of the iPhone 6…
by - June 26, 2014 6:24 pm
It is a story of recovery and growth at Riverbend Industries in Fort Smith, according to CEO Ron Embree. It was just last year that Embree said the company had…
by - June 26, 2014 6:05 pm
There’s something in the water. How else do you explain the success that Arkansas entrepreneurs have enjoyed over the past 50 years? There is no precedent for a state with…
by - June 26, 2014 5:57 pm
Business leaders calling for the state’s public schools to connect to a university-based high-speed network hope to have cost estimates by mid-July and would like Gov. Mike Beebe to call…
by - June 26, 2014 11:43 am
It happened again. Fort Smith City Director Philip Merry's attempt to get an up or down vote on whether the city should hire an auditor to look into legal billings…
