by - July 6, 2014 6:32 pm
Be careful with caring
On May 20 a Fort Smith convenience store, Mr. Jiff, was robbed. The lady working in the store at the time, Ms. Henry, was thrown to the floor by the…
Regions
by - July 6, 2014 1:44 pm
More needed from Hutchinson, Ross
There is some confusion surfacing in the Arkansas Governor’s race. Here we sit just past the 4th of July heading into the November election cycle with two distinct Arkansans vying…
by - July 3, 2014 2:58 pm
Children’s Emergency Shelter & Bob Evans Community Fundraiser
The Fort Smith Children's Emergency Shelter and Bob Evans Restaurant have teamed up for a Community Fundraising to benefit the Children's Emergency Shelter. July 12-13, from 7am-9:30pm, Bob Evans will…
by - July 3, 2014 2:54 pm
Whirlpool, property owners reach agreement in pollution lawsuit
Whirlpool announced Thursday (July 3) a settlement with south Fort Smith property owners in a class action lawsuit the owners filed after the company had disclosed that potentially cancer-causing trichloroethylene…
by - July 3, 2014 12:42 pm
A Cool Summer Homecoming
by - July 3, 2014 11:54 am
The Supply Side: Consumer demands dictate grocery changes
Convenience, coupons and better cuisine top the list of what shoppers said they are looking for from their local grocers, noted a recent report from PricewaterhouseCoopers. “Shoppers told us they…
by - July 3, 2014 11:14 am
Lake Appreciation – Beaver Lake Clean-Up
by - July 3, 2014 10:46 am
NWABJ Office Closed For July 4 Holiday
The office will reopen on 8 a.m. Monday for regular business hours
by - July 3, 2014 10:23 am
Kantar/STORES: Amazon.com breaks into the top 10 retail group
For the first time since STORES Media began reporting on the Top 100 largest retailers in America, Amazon.com has joined the ranks of the 10 largest companies, rising to No. 9…
by - July 3, 2014 7:42 am
Agritourism Unites Urban, Rural Arkansas
Agriculture is an important part of Arkansas’ heritage and it still plays a large role in the state’s economy, but if state leaders and business owners play it right, the family farm could become a major destination attraction for travelers.
by - July 2, 2014 11:02 pm
Benton County among top U.S. counties for real estate investment
Rising home prices, lower unemployment rates and growing renter population in Benton County makes the area one of the top 16 markets for real estate investment over the past year,…
by - July 2, 2014 9:15 pm
Van Buren Parks group hears from consultants
The Van Buren Parks and Recreation Commission's steering committee got its first introduction Wednesday (July 2) to consultants hired by the city to assist them in crafting a parks master…
by - July 2, 2014 6:28 pm
LadyD’s Musical Birthday to Benefit the Children’s Emergency Shelter in Fort Smith
LadyD’s Musical Birthday to Benefit the Children’s Emergency Shelter in Fort Smith, Arkansas Fort Smith, Arkansas, July 2, 2014 – LadyD also known as Denise Messamore will be celebrating a…
by - July 2, 2014 4:19 pm
The Supply Side briefs: Nestle, Hormel divest of brands, Snyder’s Lance cuts costs
• Nestle USA sells Juicy Juice business Nestle USA announced the sale of its Juicy Juice business to private equity firm Brynwood Partners. Terms of the agreement were not disclosed….
by - July 2, 2014 4:13 pm
Imprinting the West
by - July 2, 2014 4:03 pm
Nature and Nature of Things focus of CAE’s June exhibit
Beautiful landscapes, picturesque produce, and intricate carvings were among the many unique pieces on display Tuesday (July 1), as the Center for Art and Education in Van Buren debuted its…
by - July 2, 2014 3:30 pm
Georgia Hale named new provost at UAFS
Dr. Georgia Hale has been promoted to provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs at the University of Arkansas at Fort Smith. She succeeds Ray Wallace who recently was hired…
by - July 2, 2014 2:54 pm
Havenwood hires new exec director
Havenwood announced Cindy Acree as its new executive director. A Bentonville native, Acree brings more than two decades of business, nonprofit, and organizational development experience to Havenwood. She most recently served…
by - July 2, 2014 2:29 pm
R.H. Ghan changes name to R.H. Ghan & Cooper
R.H. Ghan Commercial Properties of Fort Smith has changed its name to R.H. Ghan & Cooper Commercial Properties. Rodney Ghan formed R.H. Ghan Commercial Properties in 1999 and has been…
by - July 2, 2014 2:23 pm
Rodeo of the Ozarks marks 70 years, plans renovations
The John Henry Shaddox Wagon Train made the 71-mile, six-day trip from Harrison to Springdale just in time to usher in the 70th annual Rodeo of the Ozarks and take…