by - July 30, 2013 4:32 pm
The Shane Bailey Memorial Inaugural Bash
The Shane Bailey Memorial Music Society About the Organization….. On June 15th, Shane Bailey, 25 year old son of Don & Terri Bailey, passed away unexpectedly. He left a legacy…
Fort Smith
by - July 30, 2013 11:31 am
Survey: School boundaries matter to homebuyers
As the school bells are set to ring within a month, families on the move strongly consider school district boundaries when choosing their new homes. A recent study by Realtor.com…
by - July 30, 2013 7:49 am
HMA to be acquired by CHS in $7.6 billion deal
Health Management Associates, the parent company of Sparks Health System in Fort Smith and Summit Medical Center in Van Buren, is being acquired by Community Health Systems, according to a…
by - July 29, 2013 7:53 pm
Fort Smith residents provide input on comp plan update
Citizens got their first chance to take part in the future direction of the city of Fort Smith at two public meetings held today (July 29). The first meeting, at…
by - July 29, 2013 6:21 pm
Hutchinson’s Herculean challenge
The proofreaders for the Mike Ross gubernatorial inauguration invitations have been hired and called in to work early. Such were some of the early notes from the conventional political wisdom…
by - July 29, 2013 3:33 pm
Mercy Fort Smith receives NICU support grant from Walmart Foundation
Mercy Fort Smith has received a $150,000 contribution to assist with purchasing critical care equipment for the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). The grant – which was given to the…
by - July 29, 2013 3:12 pm
Ken Blevins sues Sebastian County Judge David Hudson
Former Sebastian County Circuit Clerk Ken Blevins filed a lawsuit against County Judge David Hudson last week, accusing Hudson of causing him to lose his bid for re-election last year…
by - July 29, 2013 3:03 pm
2013 season to include 75th anniversary of Razorback stadium
The 2013 season marks the 75th anniversary of Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium, which was opened in 1938. The first game in the stadium, which opened with an original capacity…
by - July 29, 2013 11:07 am
Rothenberger named CFO for Sparks, Summit
David Rothenberger has been named the chief financial officer for Sparks Health System in Fort Smith and Summit Medical Center in Van Buren. Both hospitals are operated by Naples, Fla.-based…
by - July 29, 2013 10:22 am
Halter drops out of race for governor (Updated)
Former Lt. Gov. Bill Halter today (July 29) announced his intent to withdraw from the Democratic primary for governor after a disappointing fundraising quarter showed Halter only raising a little…
by - July 29, 2013 9:14 am
Kid’s Skills Challenge
The First Tee of Fort Smith will be holding its annual Kid's Skills Challenge, Family Fun Day and Ultimate Ball Drop on Saturday, August 10th. Location: The First Tee of…
by - July 28, 2013 4:08 pm
Notes on the ‘no sales-tax’ weekend
The upcoming weekend of August 3-4 will be Arkansas’ third “no sales tax” weekend on back-to-school clothing, equipment, supplies and instructional materials. Looking back, one has to wonder why it…
by - July 28, 2013 3:46 pm
UAFS student helps children with cancer
When the fall semester gets underway in August, Charles Ruiz will have enjoyed a summer of fishing, canoeing and hiking. But that’s not all. He’s also spent time making life…
by - July 27, 2013 11:15 am
United Way supporters ‘Stuff the Bus’ for back to school
Bright yellow buses were parked at Walmart stores throughout the Fort Smith area on Friday and Saturday (July 26-27) for United Way of Fort Smith Area's ninth annual "Stuff the…
by - July 26, 2013 4:02 pm
Teen Time in Mulberry
Tweens & teens, the Mulberry Public Library has activites and refreshments planned just for you! For more information, please call 479-997-1226
by - July 26, 2013 4:00 pm
P.A.M. Transportation returns to profitability
P.A.M. Transportation Services Inc. returned to paydirt in the second quarter, posting net income of $2.682 million, or 31 cents a share. Net profits rose 186% from $934,791 earned in…
by - July 26, 2013 4:00 pm
Preschool Story Time in Mulberry
Stories, music, snacks, and crafts for your little one at the Mulberry Public Library. For more information, please call 479-997-1226.
by - July 26, 2013 3:49 pm
National Dog Day donations at Alma Library
National Dog Day is celebrated annually on August 26th to help galvanize the public to recognize the number of dogs that need to be rescued each year. The Day also…
by - July 26, 2013 3:42 pm
Elvis Rock N Remember
“Elvis: Rock N Remember” August 24 King Opera House 7 p.m. "Elvis: Rock N Remember", with Joseph Hall. Hall recreates the moves, the look, and the sound of Elvis…
by - July 26, 2013 3:41 pm
Books 2 Movies at Van Buren Library
This G-rated Library movie matinee at the Van Buren Public Library will feature an adaptation of Ronald Dahl's classic about eccentric Willy Wonka's tour through his magical candy factory. One-by-one,…