by - April 22, 2014 4:10 pm
Two closely watched freight reports indicate positive movement in the U.S. economy, but also note that “signals are still mixed,” and that truck tonnage gains in 2014 are not likely…
by - April 22, 2014 3:51 pm
Danny Loe has been promoted to vice president-enterprise customer solutions for Fort Smith-based Arkansas Best Corp. following the retirement last month of Jim Keenan who previously held the job. Loe…
by - April 22, 2014 3:08 pm
U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-Arkansas) remains in intensive care at a Rogers hospital, recovering from emergency surgery brought on by an aortic aneurysm.
by - April 22, 2014 2:30 pm
A May 28 application deadline has been announced for the 2015 Leadership Fort Smith class, a selection of local residents who will take part in a year-long program focusing on…
by - April 22, 2014 2:26 pm
Dr. Robin Bowen was on Tuesday (April 22) unanimously elected the new president of Arkansas Tech University, making her not only the first female to lead ATU, but also the…
by - April 22, 2014 1:27 pm
Americans are looking at more than dollar savings when it comes to feeding their families. A recent food trends report by Cone Communications indicates families are reaching for healthier, more…
by - April 22, 2014 12:23 pm
Brad Bruns, 58, has announced he will seek re-election to the Springdale City Council, Ward 3, Position 1. Bruns is a long-time resident of Springdale, calling this his home for…
by - April 22, 2014 12:18 pm
The urge to save humanity is almost always a false-face for the urge to rule it. – H.L. Mencken Recently toured several of the fine museums in Chicago. The city…
by - April 22, 2014 11:48 am
U.S. Sen. John Boozman, R-Ark., is in an Arkansas hospital and was undergoing emergency surgery Tuesday morning (April 22), according to a statement from his Washington office. Boozman, who has…
by - April 22, 2014 11:02 am
Bentonville-based America's Car-Mart Inc. announced the opening of its 134th dealership on Tuesday (April 22). The dealership is located in Dalton, Ga., and makes the company’s fourth dealership in the…
by - April 22, 2014 9:56 am
U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-Arkansas) is recovering in a Rogers hospital after undergoing heart surgery Tuesday morning.
by - April 21, 2014 9:58 pm
Crawford County Judge John Hall and Sheriff Ron Brown took their sales pitch for a new county jail across downtown Van Buren to the city's council meeting Monday night (April…
by - April 21, 2014 5:54 pm
The Cherokee Nation will hold a groundbreaking for a new casino located about six miles west of downtown Fort Smith on April 29. According to a press release, the casino…
by - April 21, 2014 5:28 pm
First quarter 2014 commercial airline enplanements are up 5.36% and 9.1%, respectively, in Northwest Arkansas and Fort Smith, but down more than 6% in Little Rock. Travelers flying out of…
by - April 21, 2014 5:10 pm
Faculty, staff, students and members of the community figuratively broke ground Monday (April 21) on the University of Arkansas at Fort Smith's new $15.5 million visual arts building in a…
by - April 21, 2014 4:54 pm
Charity Golf Tournament Benefiting Local Wounded Veteran, May 16th and 17th…. at Fianna Hills Country Club Hole in one sponsored by Randall Ford, Inc All donations are tax deductible. Deadline…
by - April 21, 2014 4:53 pm
Charity Golf Tournament Benefiting Local Wounded Veteran, May 16th and 17th…. at Fianna Hills Country Club Hole in one sponsored by Randall Ford, Inc All donations are tax deductible.
by - April 21, 2014 4:40 pm
NorthWest Arkansas Community College is offering a tuition discount for out-of-state veterans that will enable them to attend NWACC or complete online courses at the reduced rate that in-state residents…
by - April 21, 2014 4:36 pm
One of the few races garnering attention in the run up to the May 20 primary is the race for House District 96. The race pits Republicans Grant Hodges and…
by - April 21, 2014 4:13 pm
Small formats, unique items and home delivery aren’t just popular with retail, they are also drawing the attention of restaurant giant YUM Brands who is seeking to breathe life into…
