by - February 11, 2014 3:58 pm
The Fort Smith Board of Directors for the first time Tuesday (Feb. 11) heard from an attorney who believes the city may have the authority to level fines against Whirlpool…
by - February 11, 2014 2:17 pm
The University of Arkansas System tied for 48th among the world’s top 100 universities for the number of U.S. utility patents received in 2012, according to a statement from the…
by - February 11, 2014 1:08 pm
It took federal Bankruptcy Judge Ben Barry more than an hour Tuesday morning (Feb. 11) to weed through a long list of objections regarding the sale of Allens Canning to…
by - February 11, 2014 12:27 pm
The economy, particularly in Northwest Arkansas, has seen steady growth in the past two years. But on a national level the number of Americans who consider themselves middle class wage…
by - February 11, 2014 6:34 am
The financial picture at Van Buren-based USA Truck appears to be improving, but the company still posted a net loss of $9.11 million in 2013. While an improvement compared to…
by - February 10, 2014 7:45 pm
Punctuated by the high-energy rock riffs of Rush and massaged by the distinct baritone voice of advertising pitch man Mike Rowe, Wal-Mart Stores Inc. has in recent days placed a…
by - February 10, 2014 6:44 pm
Country and bluegrass fans in Northwest Arkansas will have the opportunity to see Willie Nelson and Alilson Krauss who announced they will perform at the AMP in Rogers on July…
by - February 10, 2014 4:11 pm
A variety of issues that specifically affect the elderly population in the state of Arkansas was the topic of discussion at Monday's (Feb. 10) League of Women Voters meeting in…
by - February 10, 2014 12:53 pm
Seven artists and their songs about Arkansas have been selected from more than 230 entries as part of the “Song of Arkansas” contest conducted by the Arkansas Department of Parks…
by - February 10, 2014 12:40 pm
The 2014 legislative fiscal session that begins Monday (Feb. 10) will be remembered for two words – Private Option – and three potential votes. When Republican lawmakers, in concert with…
by - February 10, 2014 12:00 pm
Three Arkansas-based retailers— Wal-Mart, Sam’s Club and Dillard’s — were sitting high on the 18th annual list of Brand Keys 2014 Consumer Loyalty Engagement Index (CLEI). Retailers are finding that…
by - February 10, 2014 11:22 am
Plenty of eyes are watching the outcome of a formal complaint by the National Labor Relations Board against the nation's largest private employer, Wal-Mart Stores Inc. But, the retail juggernaut…
by - February 9, 2014 4:30 pm
The impending fiscal session of the Arkansas General Assembly begins this week down at the State Capitol. There looms great uncertainty to the tenor and attitude of this session with…
by - February 9, 2014 10:56 am
Ice and snow on the roads did not deter an estimated 30 guests – including a Congressional Medal of Honor recipient – and history lovers from coming to the birthday…
by - February 9, 2014 9:52 am
A little snow didn't keep lovers of classic literary works away on Saturday (Feb. 8) afternoon as the Clayton House in Fort Smith hosted a special Valentine-themed Victorian tea party….
by - February 9, 2014 9:26 am
Candidates for statewide elective office descended on Fort Smith on Saturday (Feb. 8) talking unreasonable tax cut plans, Obamacare and the role of the lieutenant governor's office. Prior to the…
by - February 8, 2014 9:46 pm
Come to the Van Buren Public Library to enjoy a movie and refreshments. Call the Library at 474-6045 for the title.
by - February 8, 2014 9:42 pm
Come to the Van Buren Public Library to enjoy a stitch-in from 1:00 – 3:00 PM! Beginners and experienced embroiders are welcome. The pattern will be provided, but please bring…
by - February 8, 2014 9:33 pm
Meet your bookmate! Speed dating, with a literary twist, for those 18 – 35 years old! Bring a book you really like, or don't like, or come book free, and…
by - February 8, 2014 9:28 pm
Children are invited to the Alma Public Library to enjoy a fun sequel to a wildly successful 2010 animated picture about an evil-doer turned parental figure. Call the Library at 632-4140…
