by - May 13, 2013 3:10 pm
Dining Dialogue: Harmon works the UAFS ‘buzz’
Jeff Harmon arrived in Fort Smith almost three years ago after moving from Illinois to Arizona, back to Illinois, then returning to Arizona – all in the space of about…
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by - May 13, 2013 12:11 pm
USA Truck recognizes safe drivers
Van Buren-based USA Truck inducted 13 new members into the President’s Million Mile Club and honored six existing members reaching new safe driving milestone levels during a luncheon May 4…
by - May 13, 2013 11:22 am
ATU-Ozark therapy program receives accreditation
The occupational therapy assistant (OTA) program at Arkansas Tech University-Ozark Campus has achieved accreditation status by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE). The ACOTE accreditation lasts five…
by - May 12, 2013 8:19 pm
Here we are again
“You will never plow a field by turning it over in your mind.” – Irish proverb Here we are again in Fort Smith with another study. This time it’s an…
by - May 12, 2013 6:15 pm
Porn star dreamin’
“Son, what are your plans after you graduate this month?” “Well Mom, I’m heading to California to be a porn star. I’m going to follow my passion!” If being a…
by - May 12, 2013 5:57 pm
Diamond Hogs win series over Tennessee
Seniors Randall Fant and Matt Vinson made their last regular season start at Baum Stadium a memorable one on Sunday as the two seniors led No. 14 Arkansas to a…
by - May 11, 2013 10:59 pm
Crawfish Boil draws larger crowd, more money for Girls Inc. (Updated)
An estimated 300 people gathered on a pleasant Saturday evening (May 11) for a Crawfish Boil fundraiser that generated more than $5,000 for Girls Inc. of Fort Smith. The event…
by - May 11, 2013 9:40 pm
Old Timer’s festival brings crowds to downtown Van Buren
Thousands of visitors strolled the Main Street of Van Buren during the 36th Annual Old Timer's Day Arts and Crafts Festival which kicked off on Friday (May 10). A large…
by - May 11, 2013 2:44 pm
Asa and Brandon
Has Arkansas finally found a candidate for Governor who is camera shy? I seem to recall Asa Hutchinson as a candidate for several offices, U.S. Senate, Attorney General, Congress and…
by - May 10, 2013 5:58 pm
High cost of beef crimps demand
Escalating beef prices have corporate giants McDonald’s and Tyson Foods backtracking in recent days. And with the summer grilling season just days away, consumers wanting steaks and premium burgers will…
by - May 10, 2013 5:58 pm
Chamber speakers tout regionalism, economic diversity
Regionalism is part of the allure of Fort Smith and it will be key to the future growth of the area's economy. That is according to two speakers at the…
by - May 10, 2013 1:56 pm
Sears to offer lease-purchase program
In an effort to better compete with big box retailers on large ticket items such as electronics and household appliances, Sears will offer a lease-purchase option for the credit challenged….
by - May 10, 2013 9:04 am
ABB chief to step down
ABB Chief Executive Officer Joe Hogan has decided to leave ABB for private reasons, according to a company statement issued Friday (May 10). Zurich, Switzerland-based ABB is the parent company…
by - May 10, 2013 6:46 am
Colleges, universities begin to set campus gun policies
Despite all of the discussion in the legislature about Act 226, a bill that would allow faculty and staff to carry a concealed firearm on college campuses, NorthWest Arkansas Community…
by - May 9, 2013 9:21 pm
Daniels reflects on his many years in office
Auditor of State Charlie Daniels (D) announced earlier this week that he would not seek re-election to another term of office in 2014. His eventual retirement will mark nearly three…
by - May 9, 2013 6:02 pm
Susan Inman to run for Arkansas Secretary of State
The candidate announcements continue to trickle in and the first announced candidate for Arkansas Secretary of State has been made by Pulaski County Elections Commission Chair Susan Inman. Inman, a…
by - May 9, 2013 5:53 pm
UA to graduate record number at Spring commencement
The Spring Commencement at the University of Arkansas will once again have the largest graduating class in school history – an estimated 3,700 students, roughly 1,000 more graduates than last…
by - May 9, 2013 5:47 pm
Gov. Beebe names 36 to boards and commissions
Gov. Mike Beebe also announced the following appointments. David Stewart, Fayetteville, to the Washington County District Court, Fayetteville Department. Appointment expires Dec. 31, 2014. Replaces Rudy Moore. Larry Dean Autry,…
by - May 9, 2013 5:06 pm
Arkansas tobacco tax revenue down 5.2%
Tax revenue is strong for the state of Arkansas in many of the largest collection areas, including income taxes, where year-to-date revenue is up more than 9%. But one area…
by - May 9, 2013 4:18 pm
OG&E installing LED lights in Fort Smith
A new pilot program from Oklahoma Gas and Electric (OG&E) could make the drive along Phoenix Avenue near the airport a little brighter, even in the dead of night. Crews…