Arkansas finance officials say the state is on track to end the fiscal year with a surplus of at least $67 million, and the number could break $100 million... Read More

HOT SPRINGS --  The Hot Springs/Garland County Beautification Commission will host the fifth Annual "e-Day" from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. on Sunday, May 20 at the Farmers Market Pavilion, 121 Orange Street.  e-Day showcases nearly one hundred environmentally-conscious businesses and groups, non-profits and places of worship offering products, advice and information related to the “e’s” of energy efficiency, education, entertainment, environment, and the earth. Admission is free.

The event will feature live music from local resident and international entertainer Roy Rivers, well-known for his John Denver tribute performances; refreshments by T&V's Ice Cream & More and Green Herb; and a large youth activity area sponsored by the Garland County 4-H Program with games, petting zoo, and a Reel Kids casting competition. Other vendors will offer energy-saving ideas and earth-friendly products for purchase.

PINE BLUFF, Ark. -- Simmons First National Corporation’s (NASDAQ-GS: SFNC) Board of Directors declared a regular $0.20 per share quarterly cash dividend payable April 2, 2012, to shareholders of record March 15, 2012. This dividend represents a $0.01 per share, or 5.3% increase over the dividend paid for the previous quarter.