by - February 1, 2013 2:17 pm
A week for job news
This week, Arkansas landed the largest economic-development project in its history. Big River Steel plans to build a $1.1 billion steel mill near Osceola that will employ 525 people. The…
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by - February 1, 2013 1:55 pm
West of Memphis screening, discussion set for the MovieLounge
The MovieLounge, in conjunction with The Arkansas Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, will host on Feb. 8 the regional premier screening of the movie, West of Memphis. The movie tells…
by - February 1, 2013 12:52 pm
Enrollment up at ATU-Ozark, down at UAFS
Spring semester enrollment figures were up more than 10% at the Arkansas Tech University-Ozark Campus and are down 2% at the University of Arkansas at Fort Smith. The student count…
by - February 1, 2013 12:38 pm
Process moves forward on Razorback football stadium expansion
The University of Arkansas Board of Trustees approved the selection of architect/engineer design and construction manager/general contractor teams to conduct a market and cost analysis for a potential expansion of…
by - February 1, 2013 9:03 am
Tyson Foods off to strong start in 2013
Tyson Foods kicked of 2013 with stronger-than-expected first quarter profits thanks to a boost in chicken prices from October through December, typically a weak season for poultry sales. The Springdale-based…
by - January 31, 2013 7:10 pm
Arkansas Medicaid gap falls to $61 million
A $138 million funding gap in the state’s Medicaid program has shrunk to $61 million, according to state officials. Gov. Mike Beebe and the Arkansas Department of Human Services disclosed…
by - January 31, 2013 4:39 pm
USDA program may help rural homeowners
Some residents in Arkansas struggling to make their mortgage payments may be able to receive help from the United States Department of Agriculture thanks to the expansion of a mortgage…
by - January 31, 2013 4:20 pm
The Consequences of Wrongful Convictions
Fort Smith's MovieLounge and the Arkansas Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers are pleased to co-sponsor a panel discussion, The Consequences of Wrongful Convictions, to coincide with the regional premiere of the…
by - January 31, 2013 2:56 pm
Dornblaser named director of Sparks PremierCare
Bob Dornblaser has been named the director of managed care at Sparks PremierCare, the doctor’s group for Sparks Health System. Dornblaser received his juris doctorate from the University of Arkansas…
by - January 31, 2013 2:49 pm
Speak Now! Poetry Series Presented by Mosaic Templars Cultural Center in celebration of Black History Month
Mosaic Templars Cultural Center Celebrates Black History Month Little Rock — Mosaic Templars Cultural Center (MTCC) is excited to announce its calendar of events in celebration of Black History Month. …
by - January 31, 2013 2:46 pm
Fort Smith Little Theater Hosting Auditions for Hickory Dickory Dead
by - January 31, 2013 2:37 pm
Fort Smith Little Theater Presents Hickory Dickory Dead
by - January 31, 2013 2:23 pm
UAFS Faculty Recital
The UAFS Music Department invites you to a uniquely special concert. Instrumental, voice and piano faculty members will share their diverse talents as they perform an assortment of musical styles, including premieres…
by - January 31, 2013 2:22 pm
Jazz Noon Show at UAFS
The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith Jazz Band and Jazz Catz will perform a free hourlong concert beginning at 12 noon in the Reynolds Room of the Smith-Pendergraft Campus…
by - January 31, 2013 12:46 pm
General William O. Darby Birthday Celebration with Fort Smith Museum of History
General William O. Darby Birthday Celebration Fort Smith Museum of History Friday, February 8, 2013 12:00-2:00 p. m. The Fort Smith Museum of History will celebrate the birthday of native…
by - January 31, 2013 12:23 pm
The Clayton House Presents Social Etiquette for Victorian Valentines
The Clayton House will present a light afternoon tea Saturday, February 9 with the theme, “Social Etiquette for Victorian Valentines.” The one-hour tea beginning at 2 p.m. will include a…
by - January 31, 2013 11:42 am
Phenomena of Change – Historic Arkansas Museum
LITTLE ROCK (January 30, 2013) – Historic Arkansas Museum is proud to present Phenomena of Change: Lee Cowan, Mary Ann Stafford and Maria Botti Villegas in the Trinity Gallery for…
by - January 31, 2013 10:22 am
Internet company to headquarter in Conway
Officials with Inuvo and Arkansas on Thursday (Jan. 31) announced the company would move its corporate headquarters from New York to Conway, Ark. The Internet marketing and technology company anticipates…
by - January 31, 2013 10:15 am
Fort Smith seeks citizen input, service
Citizens with a desire to help shape the future of Fort Smith are being sought by the Fort Smith Board of Directors, according to Tracy Winchell, communications director for the…
by - January 31, 2013 10:08 am
Southside High School tops in state science competition
Students from Fort Smith's Southside High School will be representing the state of Arkansas in April when they compete in the National Science Bowl, sponsored by the U.S. Department of…