by - October 22, 2014 3:57 pm
Arkansas & Missouri Excursion Train Again Bound for Van Buren
The scenic train excursions operated by the Arkansas & Missouri Railroad are set to resume Thursday morning at 8:30.
Regions
by - October 22, 2014 3:37 pm
Numbers healthy for Fort Smith metro tourism and travel sector
August hospitality tax collections in Fort Smith and Van Buren, sector employment and traffic at the Fort Smith Regional Airport point to continued recovery in the region’s tourism and travel…
by - October 22, 2014 2:26 pm
State of the Art Symposium
Join us for a free public symposium on the exhibition State of the Art: Discovering American Art Now. All are welcome to attend this enriching program. Enjoy two full days of…
by - October 22, 2014 1:47 pm
More changes coming to Neighborhood Markets, ‘fresh’ tweaks likely
Neighborhood Markets have been the shining star among Walmart U.S. formats in recent years, though they pale in comparison to overall revenue generation of the supercenter format. Greg Foran wants…
by - October 22, 2014 1:40 pm
Keynote Lecture » Kerry James Marshall
Kerry James Marshall, one of the most widely known and respected American artists of the twenty-first century, uses painting, sculptural installations, collage, video, and photography to comment on the history…
by - October 22, 2014 1:29 pm
Spotlight Lecture » State of the Art artist Mequitta Ahuja
In her multilayered works, Baltimore, Maryland-based artist Mequitta Ahuja casts herself in the guise of mythic warriors and epic heroes descending from traditions across cultures. Ahuja will discuss this practice, which she…
by - October 22, 2014 1:22 pm
Spotlight Lecture » Author William Souder explores John James Audubon
William Souder is an award-winning author and journalist who has written for some of the nation’s largest newspapers. His second book, Under a Wild Sky, was a finalist for the Pulitzer…
by - October 22, 2014 1:17 pm
Drop-In Drawing
Drop in anytime for a free, informal drawing session. Materials are provided and an art instructor will be on hand to get you started. Check at Guest Services for…
by - October 22, 2014 1:13 pm
Adult Workshop » State of the Art artist Miki Baird
Deconstruct, reorganize, and reconstruct in this exciting photo-collage workshop! Explore the grounds with State of the Art artist Miki Baird to shoot source images for a collage with your smart phone. In the studio,…
by - October 22, 2014 1:09 pm
Arkansas’ Internet superhighway could be the actual highway
As the world becomes more digitally connected, expanding broadband access for Arkansans has become an important issue across the state. And in the area of education, broadband access has become…
by - October 22, 2014 11:38 am
Arkansas’ Internet Superhighway Could Be The Actual Highway
There are 700 miles of fiber optic cables buried in Arkansas highway right-of-ways. Can it be tapped for broadband for schools?
by - October 22, 2014 11:38 am
National Implications For Senate Race Telling, Analysts Say
The debates are over but the interest in Arkansas’ U.S. Senate and Governor’s races remain, according to several national political analysts. Talk Business and Politics interviewed Kyle Kondik, managing editor…
by - October 22, 2014 11:32 am
Target offers free delivery for online orders until Dec. 20
Target CEO Brian Cornell is wasting no time in trying to rev up the retailer’s sales between now and Christmas with a bold move to offer free delivery for online…
by - October 22, 2014 11:12 am
Living Forest
“Living Forest” for Families at Hobbs State Park – A Learning Experience from the Animals Themselves Hobbs State Park – Conservation Area presents “Living Forest” at the Park’s visitor center,…
by - October 22, 2014 11:09 am
Fall Potluck
We will be celebrating Dia de los Muertos on Saturday October 25th at 7:00 p.m. Come join us at Ozark Folkways in Winslow to celebrate the lives of those we…
by - October 22, 2014 11:07 am
Musical Extravaganza
The planning committee has assembled a stellar lineup for the finale of Mount Zion C.M.E. Church's 139th Anniversary Celebration this Saturday,October 25, at 6:00 p.m. The theme of this year’s…
by - October 22, 2014 11:03 am
Learning to Laugh Again
America’s top-selling female comedian Chonda Pierce and Grammy winner Jason Crabb will bring an evening of laughter, music and ministry to the Bill George Arena at John Brown University on…
by - October 22, 2014 11:01 am
Hawaiian ukulele artist, Jake Shimabukuro rocks Walton Arts Center
Walton Arts Center is thrilled to introduce the famed Hawaiian ukulele artist, Jake Shimabukuro, as part of the 10×10 Arts Series. There will be one performance Fri., Nov. 14, 2014…
by - October 22, 2014 6:01 am
Jane Kim: Pandemic Means Plan But Don’t Panic
Editor’s note: This guest commentary is provided by Jane Kim, an attorney and partner at Little Rock-based Wright, Lindsey & Jennings LLP. These days, televisions and newspapers are full of…
by - October 21, 2014 10:59 pm
Infrastructure Discussed At Meeting, Mayor Perrin Headed To St. Louis
It will be a busy Wednesday for Jonesboro Mayor Harold Perrin as he tries to advance two major infrastructure projects. Perrin will travel to St. Louis early Wednesday for a…