by - February 3, 2014 3:34 pm
Following a Sunday storm that dropped snow and sleet across the region, most local counties lifted burn bans that had been in effect for weeks due to dry and windy…
by - February 3, 2014 3:27 pm
Bev Lewis, the former University of Arkansas director of Women’s Athletics and now the Associate Vice Chancellor and Executive Associate Athletic Director, is retiring after more than 30 years with…
by - February 3, 2014 2:52 pm
Retailers often mention weather as a reason for lackluster sales. It was too warm during the holiday season of 2012 which weighed down sales of winter coats, sweaters and other…
by - February 3, 2014 2:44 pm
U.S. Rep. Steve Womack, R-Rogers, continues his service in the House this year with a new appointment, a sign of the 3rd District congressman's ever increasing seniority in the Republican-controlled…
by - February 3, 2014 1:05 pm
Computers and the internet are not just for buying items from Amazon or Overstock.com. Starting in March, utility companies connected to the Integrated Marketplace will be able to buy and…
by - February 3, 2014 11:54 am
Lowell-based J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. is raising its dividend for shareholders by 33% to 20 cents per share. The increased dividend payment will be made Feb. 27 to shareholders…
by - February 3, 2014 11:46 am
Food, fun and fellowship abounds at the 44th Annual Immaculate Conception School Spaghetti Dinner. Sunday, February 23rd from 4:00pm-7:00pm. You may dine in at Monsignor Galvin Parish Center at I.C….
by - February 3, 2014 9:53 am
Randy Sims, CEO of Centennial Bank and Home BancShares, recently announced the promotion of Steve Baker as senior vice president and manager of the trust department, headquartered in Jonesboro. “We…
by - February 2, 2014 8:32 pm
“Unreasonable.” “Vindictive!” “They read too many books.” “They avoid common sense.” “Fort Smith is the laughing stock of the state.” Above is a sampling of the comments I heard from…
by - February 2, 2014 6:50 pm
When 47-year-old Doug McMillon became the new Wal-Mart Stores CEO on Feb. 1, he began a job responsible for more than 2.2 million employees and is expected to provide direction…
by - February 2, 2014 3:04 pm
Trinity Junior High School in Fort Smith welcomed hundreds of guests on Saturday (Feb. 1) evening as the school hosted its annual "Celebrate Trinity" event. Parents, staff, and other supporters…
by - February 1, 2014 9:18 am
A speech by U.S. Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., Friday night (Jan. 31) in Hot Springs seemed less like a pep talk to Arkansas Republicans and more like the first of…
by - January 31, 2014 3:42 pm
Not that Tyson Foods needs the help, but the meat giant could see some benefit from the packing plant closure announced by National Beef on Friday (Jan. 31). Kansas City-based…
by - January 31, 2014 2:37 pm
U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder was in Fort Smith on Thursday (Jan. 30) as part of what is an effort by the nation’s top law enforcement officer to visit all…
by - January 31, 2014 2:16 pm
The fundraising gap is getting closer for two Hot Springs Republicans vying to replace U.S. Tom Cotton, R-Dardanelle, in Congress. Businessman Tommy Moll reported raising only $142,000 during the fourth…
by - January 31, 2014 11:42 am
In typical, non-ceremonial fashion Tyson Foods shareholders held their 51st annual meeting in Springdale on Friday morning (Jan.31). The investors had plenty to celebrate with a new record stock price,…
by - January 31, 2014 10:39 am
Don't miss your chance to meet and interact with the artists who created these remarkable works. Both Don Lee & Cathy Mason will be at the reception to tell you…
by - January 31, 2014 8:04 am
The earnings report to be issued on Doug McMillon’s 20th day on the job as the new Wal-Mart CEO may not be pretty. Wal-Mart Stores Chief Financial Officer Charles Holley…
by - January 31, 2014 7:05 am
Fiscal first quarter net income for Springdale-based Tyson Foods was $254 million, well ahead of the $173 million in the first quarter of 2013 and outpacing the consensus Wall Street…
by - January 31, 2014 6:17 am
Changes to the Whirlpool pollution plan, the success of Krutsch, the political fight over the federal farm bill, and State of the Union disappointment are part of the Jan. 31…
