by - September 25, 2013 7:46 am
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by - September 24, 2013 10:03 pm
Tusk to Tail: Here’s how a Pro preps for more than 100 tailgaters
The week after a long road trip is always a bit hectic and tiring, but there is no rest for the weary this week. Texas A&M is coming to town…
by - September 24, 2013 9:21 pm
University of Arkansas at Fort Smith to unveil updated master plan
The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith will unveil its updated master plan at two events to be held on Oct. 9, according to a press release from the university….
by - September 24, 2013 9:19 pm
Fort Smith Airport officials agree to rubber removal resolution
The Fort Smith Regional Airport Commission tonight (Sept. 24) approved a resolution authorizing Airport Director John Parker to execute a Military Construction Cooperative Agreement (MCCA) with the Air National Guard…
by - September 24, 2013 4:03 pm
Fort Smith Board talks conduct rules, budget issues
The Fort Smith Board of Directors hit on three different items at the body's noon study session – the city's capital improvement program, the work already in-progress on the 2014…
by - September 24, 2013 3:45 pm
Fort Smith revenue up in the August tax report
Sales tax revenue for Fort Smith in the city’s August report was up more than 2% and the city’s portion of the countywide tax was up more than 17% –…
by - September 24, 2013 2:47 pm
Bring It On: The Musical
Bitingly relevant and sprinkled with sass, Bring It On: The Musical, inspired by the Bring It On film, takes you on a high-flying journey through friendship, forgiveness and determination. Bring…
by - September 24, 2013 2:41 pm
‘Leaf chasers’ may benefit from wetter, cooler weather
This is the time of year that professional foliage spotters turn their eyes to the tree tops and begin calculating the colorful fall forecast for the Arkansas region. Arkansas…
by - September 24, 2013 2:07 pm
UA receives $1.4 million for maritime center
The University of Arkansas will receive $1.4 million from the U.S. Department of Transportation to create a Maritime Transportation Research and Education Center (MarTREC). The center will expand the U…
by - September 24, 2013 1:43 pm
Report: New energy sources boost disposable income
A report from Englewood, Colo.-based IHS suggests that the unconventional oil and natural gas production in the U.S. boosted disposable income by $1,200 per household in 2012, with the income…
by - September 24, 2013 12:42 pm
Jail funding options tough for Crawford County officials
In order to fund the construction of a new county jail, Crawford County residents are nearly certain to be voting on a sales tax proposal that could push the amount…
by - September 24, 2013 12:11 pm
Immaculate Conception named a Blue Ribbon school
It was May 31 when Sharon Blentlinger first learned that Immaculate Conception Catholic School in Fort Smith would be named 2013 National Blue Ribbon School. That knowledge also came with…
by - September 24, 2013 9:54 am
Halloween spending expected to top $6.9 billion
Cooler fall weather may bring cooler sales this Halloween, as fewer Americans plan to celebrate the fall holiday, according a recent survey sponsored by the National Retail Federation. That said,…
by - September 24, 2013 8:33 am
Apple iPhone 5 sales top 9 million
Sales of iPhone 5s and iPhone 5c have exceeded expectations breaking a record of nine million new devices sold since the products were launched four days ago. “The demand for…
by - September 23, 2013 6:47 pm
Campus reflections
On the well-manicured University of Arkansas at Fort Smith campus it was early evening, with the dusk again managing the shift change between day and night. This time of soft…
by - September 23, 2013 6:40 pm
State liquor law challenged in federal court
The widely debated state liquor law that restricts liquor store ownership and multiple franchising interests will be heard in federal court next month. Benton County resident Robert McCurry filed suit…
by - September 23, 2013 6:36 pm
Two big building projects permitted in Fort Smith
In the matter of a week, the city of Fort Smith has issued building permits with higher values than it did for the entire month of September 2012. The two…
by - September 23, 2013 5:22 pm
Lou Holtz shares laughs, memories about the Razorbacks
Retired legendary football coach and now ESPN analyst Lou Holtz held hundreds in the palm of his hand Monday (Sept. 23) as he addressed the NWA Touchdown Club luncheon hosted…
by - September 23, 2013 5:11 pm
Teacher insurance sign-up delayed one month
Gov. Mike Beebe on Monday (Sept. 23) gave public school employees at least a one-month reprieve from insurance premiums that are set to rise at or above 50% for many…
by - September 23, 2013 1:27 pm
New Arkansas Insurance rate costs unveiled (Updated)
The Arkansas Insurance Department released the costs of rate plans to be offered in the forthcoming state insurance exchange. Four companies are offering bronze, silver and gold plans for health…