News Release: BRICKTOWN BREWERY GROUNDBREAKING SCHEDULED
Event DetailsJanuary 12, 2026 3:00 PM 300 Garrison, Fort Smith, AR We are excited to invite the media and the public to attend a groundbreaking ceremony marking the official start of construction on the new building replacing the structure previously demolished due to a fire in 2024. The event also celebrates an important commitment of Bricktown Brewery returning and rebuilding alongside Griffin Properties of Fort Smith. The decision by Bricktown Brewery to return, reflects the strength of the
News Release: Arvest Foundation awards $280,500 in 2025 to Fort Smith area organizations
FORT SMITH, Ark. (Jan. 06, 2026) – The Arvest Foundation recently announced a total of $280,500 in grants were given in 2025 to 21 organizations in Fort Smith, Van Buren, Alma and Greenwood. “These organizations are vital to our communities,” said Mike Jacimore, president of Arvest Bank – Fort Smith region. “On behalf of the Arvest Foundation, it’s an honor to help play a small part to support their incredible work.” The following organizations received grants last year: Arkansas Colleges of Health
Arvest Makes Inaugural Forbes’ America’s Best-in-State Companies List
FORT SMITH, Ark. (December 15, 2025) – Arvest Bank has been recognized in Forbes’ first-ever America’s Best-in-State Companies list, measuring associate and customer satisfaction and business growth. Arvest is listed #5 overall among Arkansas companies and is the highest-ranked bank to be recognized in the state. According to Forbes, more than 50,000 companies nationwide were evaluated and scored based on size, financial strength and customer and employee satisfaction. To ensure smaller companies in
Hytrol Honored as a U.S. Best-in-Class Employer by Gallagher
JONESBORO, Ark. — Hytrol Conveyor Co. has been recognized as a Best-in-Class Employer as outlined in Gallagher's 2025 U.S. Benefits Strategy & Benchmarking Survey for implementing effective strategies and achieving measurable outcomes, such as cost reductions and enhanced employee wellbeing. This prestigious honor underscores Hytrol’s outstanding dedication to fostering a workplace where employees thrive through innovative strategies that prioritize health, financial confidence, and career growth—all while
