Fort Smith

by Michael Tilley - February 26, 2012 9:34 pm

Uncomfortable awareness

This week begins an effort by The City Wire to focus on the wholly unpleasant topic of child abuse. We do not do this because it is an engaging topic…

by The City Wire staff - February 26, 2012 8:24 pm

Winning — by Roby Brock

The budget battle at the state capitol had some of the fireworks that several of us thought it would. After Gov. Mike Beebe (D) introduced his $4.72 billion balanced budget…

by The City Wire staff - February 26, 2012 8:21 pm

Bailout politics

All things considered, Republican presidential frontrunner and former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney will likely win the Feb. 28 Michigan primary, thereby creating a sizeable gulf between himself and his competitors….

by - February 24, 2012 3:31 pm

“Small Paintings Big Results”

Small Paintings, Big Results” Workshop March 31 Center For Art & Education – Van Buren “Small Paintings, Big Results” watercolor workshop. For Beginners/Intermediate 16 years and olders. $65. For more…

by - February 24, 2012 3:26 pm

J.R.’s Country Variety Show

JR’s Country Variety Show March 17 King Opera House 7 p.m. JR’s Country Variety Show at 7 p.m. at the King Opera House. Tickets are $5 at the door. For…

by - February 24, 2012 2:53 pm

Run With The Knights

Run with the Nights March 10 King Elementary Van Buren 8:30 a.m. Run with the Nights 5k run/ walk fundraiser. Entry fee is $15 by March 6 or $20 after…

by - February 24, 2012 2:51 pm

Center For Art & Education

Center For Art & Education 5×5 Gala March 10 6 p.m. Fort Smith Civic Center 55 South 7th Fort Smith Please come to this wonderful event and support the arts!…

by - February 24, 2012 2:47 pm

Painting Workshop

Painting Workshop with Barry Thomas Center For Art & Education March 9-10 Time: 9am – 4pm Ages: 18 yrs. and Up Fee: $150 Class size limited to 15. For more…

by - February 24, 2012 2:44 pm

“Mousetrap”

VBHS “Mousetrap” Van Buren Fine Arts Center 7 p.m. March 9-10 VBHS Theater presents this classic stage play by Agatha Christie, which centers around a young couple’s new hotel in…

by - February 24, 2012 2:41 pm

“The Nature of Things”

“The Nature of Things” Center For Art & Education – Van Buren Opening Reception Sunday, March 4 from 1 to 4 p.m. Opening reception for Carol Cooper “The Nature of…

by - February 24, 2012 2:39 pm

A Night of Gospel

Vernie Heydenreich Promotions Presents a Night of Gospel Music with The Parenell’s & Southern Sound March 3 7 p.m. King Opera House – Van Buren Vernie Heydenreich Promotions Presents a…

by The City Wire staff - February 24, 2012 10:47 am

Arkansas pump prices likely to top $4

As Arkansas’ economic fortunes show steady improvements, consumers shouldn’t expect to get a reprieve at the pump through the summer and remainder of 2012, experts say. According to the U.S….