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Belly Dancing – Workshop

An art form more than 2000 years old is back on the list of popular dances. Belly dancing is a great work-out for the pelvis, abdomen, hips, spine and neck. …

Discover – Italy

Learn to express yourself in the magical tones of the Italian languages. Learn phrases and words, pronunciations and proper forms of address so that you can feel comfortable on you…

Line Dancing 1

Learn basic country line dances as well as popular club dances. Rubber-soled shoes or soft-sole dance shoes with no heal are required. All levels of fitness welcome. Wed, Feb 06…

Computer Basics

Learn the basics of computing in the company of other beginners. Use practical hands-on exercises to learn the ins and outs of operating systems, basic applications, create, sort and filter…

Knitting for Beginners

Designed for those that have no prior knitting experience, this course will teach students the basics of beginning knitting. Needles and yarn will be provided for the first class only…

Digital Photography 1: Learn the Basics of SLR Photography

Understand the principles of digital photography and all those buttons on your new SLR , or unlock the power in all those icons! Learn to recognize and build for yourself…

Aikido I and II (12 week session)

Aikido is a powerful and dynamic martial art that stresses the avoidance of inflicting injury and the peaceful resolution or conflict whenever possible. Students should wear comfortable clothing. All levels…

Crystal Bridges refreshes family programs

It’s been a little more than a year since Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art in Bentonville opened its doors and it is time to refresh programs designed for little…

Third quarter 2012 Arkansas income up 3.75%

Arkansas’ personal income totaled $103.093 billion in the third quarter of 2012, up almost 4% compared to the same period of 2011, and up almost 1% compared to the second…

Arkansas natgas tax collections down more than 33%

The persistent low price of natural gas and the move by energy producers to produce higher-margin domestic oil and other liquids has pushed Arkansas severance tax collections lower more than…

Shannon Reappointed Dean of UA’s School of Architecture

New five-year term was based partly on input from faculty, staff and students.

Next fight is to ensure ‘vital mission’ for 188th (Updated)

Members of Arkansas’ Congressional delegation on Wednesday said they are “extremely disheartened” about that a compromise on cuts in the U.S. defense budget do not include a plan to retain…

Animal control change splits Fort Smith Board

The Fort Smith Board of Directors clashed over changes to the city’s animal control ordinance and declared a temporary moratorium on billboard advertising Tuesday night (Dec. 18). The decisions were…

The Supply Side: Wal-Mart supplier community news briefs

Barry Callebaut acquires chocolate division from Petra Foods Barry Callebaut, a major chocolate supplier to Nestle and Hershey agreed to by Petra Foods cocoa operation for $950 million. The Petra…

When will the cows come home? Part III

Previous articles (Parts 1 and 2) have discussed several challenges and opportunities related to the how and where of rebuilding the U.S. cattle herd. This article discusses the most important…

Fort Smith, XNA see limited traffic gains

The regional airports in Northwest Arkansas and Fort Smith have seen more traffic for the first 11 months of 2012, but just barely. U.S. air carriers have reduced the number…

Wal-Mart to build new supercenter in Springdale

Wal-Mart and Springdale city officials confirmed Tuesday (Dec. 18) plans to build a new supercenter near Interstate 540 and Elm Springs Road bringing an estimated 300 new jobs to the…

Walmart to Announce Plans for New Springdale Store

About 300 jobs are expected to be created by new outlet.

New Defense budget deal not good for 188th

The Fort Smith-based 188th Fighter Wing is bracing for bad news Tuesday night (Dec. 18). A report from CQ Roll Call revealed that a compromise is expected to pass among…

Ross regrets Iraq vote, proud of VA funding

In a wide-ranging exclusive interview with Talk Business, retiring U.S. Rep. Mike Ross, D-Prescott, reflected on nearly 12 years in Congress and his 22-year journey in elected office. In January,…

Executive Summary: Slowing down, listening a part of Gehrig’s leadership

Then and Now: Brandenburg manages through global uncertainty

Water system needs, budget priorities part of Fort Smith Board strategy session

Fort Smith Metro News Briefs: Van Buren High School Hall of Honor, and a MASH program at Mercy