by - January 14, 2013 4:08 pm
Gun Rights group Arkansas Carry alleges that the city of Fort Smith violated portions of Arkansas law (A.C.A. Sections 14-16-504 and 14-54-1411) with its prohibition on the carry of firearms…
by - January 14, 2013 3:39 pm
Five of the 10 “Legislators to Watch” hail from the Northwest Arkansas and Fort Smith areas. The list is compiled by veteran political reporter Roby Brock, and was first posted…
by - January 14, 2013 3:35 pm
Of the 20 Arkansas House of Representatives leadership positions named during Monday’s (Jan. 14) opening of the 2013 General Assembly, six are from the Fort Smith and Northwest Arkansas areas….
by - January 14, 2013 2:43 pm
After all the talking, scheming, and planning, it is time to begin. Monday marks the first day of the 89th General Assembly, and it will look quite different from anything…
by - January 14, 2013 11:07 am
Randy Dixon, former news director of KATV in Little Rock, has been chosen to be director of the David and Barbara Pryor Center for Arkansas Oral and Visual History at…
by - January 13, 2013 9:48 pm
Every legislative session has its own identity. Often, the predictable issues known in advance give way to a unique distinction in the session’s aftermath. In 2013, the 89th General Assembly…
by - January 13, 2013 7:25 pm
With the threat of rain and cold temperatures, few citizens came out to watch the Martin Luther King Parade on Saturday (Jan. 12). The 15th annual parade began at 2…
by - January 13, 2013 6:01 pm
In the midst of a major bribery probe that originated in its Mexican operations, Wal-Mart has named a new chief for its Latin America division. Wal-Mart Stores on Friday announced…
by - January 13, 2013 8:29 am
The shiny new U.S. Rep. Tom Cotton, who with a Republican label represents Arkansas’ expansive and politically diverse 4th Congressional District, isn’t making friends within the national media and what…
by - January 13, 2013 8:13 am
Is it possible to practice hypocrisy without being a hypocrite? Answer: Certainly, yes. For instance, I don’t think U.S. Rep. Tom Cotton, R-Dardanelle, is a hypocrite. But I do think…
by - January 12, 2013 6:11 pm
The rain steered clear just long enough for Girls Shelter supporters to take part in the third annual Polar Bear Walk on Saturday morning (Jan. 12). Held at Creekmore Park…
by - January 12, 2013 5:03 pm
It wasn’t even a photo finish. Casino-style gambling at Arkansas’ two racetracks crossed the finish line in December setting a new annual record for electronic games of skill (EGS) wagers….
by - January 12, 2013 3:55 pm
Jerome Flusche is concerned that Whirlpool Corp. is trying to leave Fort Smith without cleaning up chemicals that may remain in the ground near the company’s large manufacturing facility. In…
by - January 11, 2013 9:15 pm
Sparks Health System in Fort Smith has acquired The Urology Group and it will now operate as a division of Sparks. Drs. Ronald Knobloch, John Lange, and Gerald Wahman, along…
by - January 11, 2013 3:09 pm
Come build with us. We will use Legos to show how we roll. Refreshments will be served. This is a free program for ages 5 – 11. For more information,…
by - January 11, 2013 3:07 pm
Lego mania is happening at the Van Buren Public Library! Stop by for some after school fun and try your hand at creating with Legos. This is a free program…
by - January 11, 2013 2:56 pm
The teens will be making a hex nut bracelet to take home. This is a free program for ages 10 – 18. For more information, please call the Alma Public…
by - January 11, 2013 2:55 pm
Today is our Flexible Book Club. Come by afterschool to tell us about a great book you are reading, find out what others are recommending and enjoy a snack. This…
by - January 11, 2013 2:52 pm
Story Time will feature stories about transportation. We will be moving around thru stories, craft and refreshments. This is a free program for toddlers and preschoolers. For more information, please…
by - January 11, 2013 2:40 pm
Today, Mrs. Bridgette will read and share books and songs about dogs. Dogs are some of our favorite four-legged furry friends. Snacks and a craft are provided. This is a…
