by - October 24, 2013 3:44 pm
After School Program in Alma
Celebrate Halloween at the Library by making spooky Halloween crafts on October 29th from 4:00-5:00 PM. The Library will treat you to a good Halloween time. Come dressed in costume or…
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by - October 24, 2013 3:34 pm
Basic Computer Class in Van Buren
The Van Buren Public Library is offering an introductory class about computer basics for adults who have little or no hands-on experience with computers on October 28th from 7:00-8:00 PM….
by - October 24, 2013 3:25 pm
Ross campaigns to reduce manufacturing tax
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Mike Ross proposed a gradual elimination of the state sales and use tax on partial replacement and repairs of machinery used in manufacturing during a Thursday (Oct….
by - October 24, 2013 2:44 pm
UA student-athlete graduation rate rise to 74%
University of Arkansas student-athletes that entered school in a four-year period from 2003-06 earned a school record graduation success rate (GSR) of 74% according to a report released on Thursday…
by - October 24, 2013 2:33 pm
Congress moves closer on Arkansas River support funds
Just a week after the government shutdown ended, lawmakers in the U.S. House of Representatives found a reason to come together and it may result in long overdue improvements to…
by - October 24, 2013 1:50 pm
Local Author Event in Van Buren
You are invited to the Van Buren Public Library on Sunday, October 27th from 1:00 – 4:00 PM to meet some local authors. The authors will be on hand to…
by - October 24, 2013 1:36 pm
Cade joins USA Truck as VP of maintenance
James Cade has been hired as vice president of maintenance for Van Buren-based USA Truck. Cade most recently served as vice president of field maintenance for National Express Corporation, where…
by - October 24, 2013 1:11 pm
ATU-Ozark granted approval for its RN program
The Arkansas State Board of Nursing has granted “full approval” to the Arkansas Tech University-Ozark Campus Registered Nursing (RN) program. The program, which began offering classes at the start…
by - October 24, 2013 12:46 pm
Distressed home sales rise in local markets
The number of distressed home sales in Benton, Washington and Sebastian counties continues to rise as these properties trickle back into the marketplace at discounted prices. California-based RealtyTrac reports bank-owned…
by - October 24, 2013 12:30 pm
Experience Crystal Bridges As Never Before: A Guided Tour with Timothy Clark
A unique opportunity awaits our guests as we travel to Crystal Bridges and tour the permanent collection with Timothy & Marriott Clark.Timothy will discuss the painting styles and life stories…
by - October 24, 2013 12:25 pm
Art From the Earth: A Pottery Exhibit
by - October 24, 2013 8:31 am
Ethics in Journalism Workshop
Register for a free Workshop on Ethics in Journalism presented by UofA Distinguished Visiting Professor of Ethics, veteran newsman and textbook author, Gene Foreman. A free continental breakfast – including…
by - October 24, 2013 8:28 am
Brown Bag Luncheon
by - October 23, 2013 9:20 pm
City officials discuss regs for portable school buildings
It was May 28 when the Fort Smith Board of Directors referred the issue of portable building regulations to the planning commission for further discussion and deliberation. On Wednesday (Oct….
by - October 23, 2013 9:07 pm
Mars to add 42 Fort Smith jobs in $50 million expansion
A U.S. pet industry that has grown an estimated 22% in the past four years may have helped Mars Petcare officials decide on a $50 million expansion of their Fort…
by - October 23, 2013 8:01 pm
Sen. Pryor supports Obamacare enrollment delay
U.S. Sen. Mark Pryor, D-Ark., now supports an extension of the individual enrollment sign-up period for the new federal health care law – a position his political opponent Tom Cotton…
by - October 23, 2013 4:09 pm
Sales tax revenue rises in October
The four largest cities in Northwest Arkansas continue to post sales tax revenue growth compared to a year ago. The cumulative collections from Bentonville, Rogers, Springdale and Fayetteville rose 4.16%…
by - October 23, 2013 2:54 pm
Unemployment Rate Dips to 7.2 percent
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released the September jobs report October 22 about two weeks late, due to the government shutdown.
by - October 23, 2013 2:04 pm
Wal-Mart adds tablets to its store trade-in program
Wal-Mart said today (Oct. 23) that customers can trade in their tablets at more than 3,600 stores and Sam’s Club locations nationwide. Similar to its new smartphone trade-in program, customers…
by - October 23, 2013 1:39 pm
REFRESH: Making Fayetteville an Arts Destination
http://www.fayettevilleflyer.com/2013/10/16/artist-plans-refresh-fayetteville-fundraiser-for-public-art-projects/