Mulberry to receive $4 million for Industrial Park

The City of Mulberry will receive $4 million in federal funding for infrastructure improvements to its Industrial Park area. According to 5News, Congressman Womack told in a statement that the “funding is a major investment in a small community with strategic...

Local communities to host holiday events

Events are happening throughout November, December, and into January in towns all across Eastern Oklahoma and Western Arkansas. Be sure to check out the FSRA Members Page and click on the community links to find out about holiday events, city celebrations and...

Rheem in Fort Smith to add 100 new jobs

Rheem announced on November 7 that it will invest $20 million into its Fort Smith plant. The expansion will add an estimated 100 jobs. According to Talk Business & Politics, Rheem explained that “the investment is part of its 10-year strategy to...

Owens-Corning to expand Fort Smith operation

Owens-Corning, a global building and construction materials corporation, has announced that it will expand operations at its Fort Smith. According to KNWA, Owens-Corning, which “produces fiberglass composite, insulation, and roofing materials, began in February...

ACHE hosts Fort Smith Regional Alliance Meeting

The Arkansas Colleges of Health Education in Chaffee Crossing recently hosted the Fort Smith Regional Alliance’s meeting. Fort Smith Regional Alliance leaders and community representatives had the opportunity to tour the campus. Attendees also learned about...