by - June 18, 2009 2:25 pm
Trivial Pursuit IV
Interesting but potentially useless info about less government, useful robots and various survey results. Enjoy.
Regions
by - June 18, 2009 2:06 pm
Pine Mountain Dam opponents fear rule changes during study
Jim Wood is concerned the U.S. Corps of Engineers and officials with the River Valley Regional Water District will “reformulate” the ongoing study of a long-term water supply option so…
by - June 18, 2009 1:01 pm
PUBLIC AUCTION
PUBLIC AUCTION MR. PICKUP 4 X 4 ~~SATURDAY, JUNE 20, 2009~~ 9:00 A.M. VAN BUREN, ARKANSAS Directions: From I-40 in Van Buren at Hwy 59 N-go approx. 3 ½ miles…
by - June 18, 2009 11:02 am
Arkansas launches new Web site
Arkansas official announced Thursday morning a redesigned state Web site that includes a smarter search for state info and better functionality for iPhone and other smart phone users. “On the…
by - June 18, 2009 9:52 am
Will the Arkansas lottery have a positive economic impact?
The debate as to the economic impact of Arkansas’ new state lottery contains several angles and caveats, according to a report by Roby Brock at TalkBusiness.net. Revenue projections for Arkansas’…
by - June 17, 2009 10:30 pm
Diamond in the rough location
Sometimes the best things come with out of the way directions. But you should move fast before the ‘remodel’ season leads to a cold noodle.
by - June 17, 2009 5:42 pm
What rich investors are doing
Many of the super rich around the world are staying out of equity markets.
by - June 17, 2009 5:15 pm
Arvest reaches $1 billion mortgage mark within 6 months
Bentonville-based Arvest Bank announced Wednesday (June 17) it had reached $1 billion in mortgage loans as of June 15, about six months before it usually hits that level. “Based on…
by - June 17, 2009 4:44 pm
Most area banks see decline in first quarter income
The first quarter of 2009 was not favorable in terms of income growth for most banks based in the Fort Smith metro area. A The City Wire review of the…
by - June 17, 2009 9:51 am
Children’s Patriotic Craft Making Event
Fort Smith Museum of History To celebrate the birthday of the United States of America, bring the children to the museum for the Fourth of July Craft making event. Children…
by - June 16, 2009 6:02 pm
Indian manufacturer backs out of Little Rock deal
Indian pipe maker Man Industries will not build a $100 million manufacturing plant at the port of Little Rock that was to employ 300, according to this report from Talk…
by - June 16, 2009 3:17 pm
Poll: Teacher pay too low
Only one in five Americans say public schools are excellent or very good.
by - June 16, 2009 3:06 pm
First Time Home Buyer Seminar
Security Escrow & Title with Patriot Mortgage and Bradford and Udouj Realtors are presenting a forum where 1st time home buyers are welcome to come and ask any question they…
by - June 16, 2009 2:52 pm
The City Wire Business of the Month: Van Buren-based Thor Global Defense Group
The six-year old company is expanding its training operations, firearms sales, firing ranges and security contracting.
by - June 16, 2009 6:42 am
Five easy points to keeping those customers hooked
Stockman says it’s important to recognize the values your business may provide existing and future customers.
by - June 16, 2009 6:40 am
Average area home prices 17% below statewide average
The average list price of a home in the Fort Smith/Van Buren market as of June 15 was $192,047, 17.4% less than the statewide average. Average and median prices of…
by - June 15, 2009 5:25 pm
Hale named dean of UAFS College of Applied Science and Technology
Dr. Georgia Hale of Fort Smith will assume July 1 role of dean of the College of Applied Science and Technology at the University of Arkansas at Fort Smith. Hale,…
by - June 15, 2009 12:44 pm
Fitch report: Tyson Foods well positioned for export problems
Fitch Ratings on Monday (June 15) issued a report saying Springdale-based Tyson Foods Inc. is one of a few large agri-based companies positioned to best withstand “volatility” caused by export…
by - June 15, 2009 12:03 pm
Hang up and drive
A new Harris Poll suggests few folks practice safe cell phone use.
by - June 15, 2009 11:59 am
Cloud Computing Not Just Techie Pie in Sky (Commentary)
There is more value in renting than buying when it comes to hardware and software for many businesses.