Talk Business & Politics

Fort Smith’s parking meter giveaway ended in 90 minutes as residents claimed nearly 400 meters. City water leak repairs continue to improve, GOP dominance marks legislative filings, and a new federal judge nominee advances.

On today's show, Artist Eugene Sargent unveils the nine-foot-tall “Tree of Communication”. Also, Ozark, Arkansas native Jesse Welles becomes a Grammy nominee, and we hear about NWA's welcoming week.

Nov. 15, the candidate filing period closed in the state of Arkansas at noon without any major surprises. Ozarks at Large's Matthew Moore speaks with Talk Business and Politic's Roby Brock.

On today's show, research shows more Americans are the primary caregiver for other adults. And the candidate filing period has closed in Arkansas, what can we expect? We hear from Roby Brock with Talk Business and Politics.

Talk Business & Politics’ Michael Tilley discusses rising Fort Smith airport enplanements, new sewer improvement funding, stronger building permit numbers and a slight statewide tourism slowdown.

Talk Business & Politics’ Michael Tilley spoke with Ozarks at Large’s Matthew Moore about a new possible ordinance to require public review and cost estimates for large capital projects, the financial outlook for Parrot Island Waterpark, local sales tax trends and new manufacturing equipment at the University of Arkansas–Fort Smith.

On today's show, Avanza Arkansas and the Community Creative Center are coming together to celebrate Dia De Muertos in support of the state’s ALICE families. Also, NWA Makers are returning to the Washington County Fairgrounds for the Maker Market. Plus, news from the River Valley with Talk Business & Politics.

Talk Business & Politics’ Michael Tilley joins Ozarks at Large to discuss the ballooning cost of Parrot Island Water Park slides, Fort Smith’s search for a new city administrator and possible elementary school closures tied to enrollment decline.

On today's show, we learn that a Lincoln High School teacher is being recognized for her efforts. We also hear about some new public art popping up in Bentonville. Plus, a roundup of the news from the Arkansas River Valley.

City leaders in Fort Smith face mounting budget deficits, a contentious administrator search, scrutiny over lobbying expenses and ongoing contamination tied to the former Whirlpool plant.