Chaffee Crossing / Fort Chaffee Redevelopment Authority

Chaffee Crossing is a lifestyle, adventure, connection, and community for everyone.

"This morning, it poured as we began our journey back to Fort Chaffee, where our American story began 49 years ago. Miraculously, the rain ceased upon our arrival at Chaffee Crossing Historic District, revealing ghostly remnants of the past. Fort Chaffee, where 50,796 refugees were welcomed in 1975, was where our family started anew. Walking through the museum, emotions flooded back as we remembered the uncertainty and confusion of that time. Yet, as kids, we adapted—playing ball, collecting crickets, and watching movies on hot summer nights. Today, our families have grown into two more generations, living the American Dream. We’re proud to bring our children and grandchildren back to where it all started, honoring the men and women of Fort Chaffee who helped us along the way." #FamilyHistory #FortChaffee #AmericanDream #PhamiLe

Exciting news to share on a Friday morning! The almost 14-mile segment of Interstate 49 to be built in Crawford and Sebastian counties between I-40 in Alma and Highway 22 in Barling has received a $25 million federal grant and is in the running for another $250 million federal grant.

Thank you to Chairman Dean Gibson for sharing about our mission and the work we are doing here in Chaffee Crossing. https://lnkd.in/g9rjvACF

Our Food and Artisan Market begins this week. We are excited to host over 100 small businesses, some of which are selling for the first time. The market is a great platform to support local businesses. If you live in our region, we invite you to join us this Saturday from 8 am to 1 pm at 7300 Ellis St. Fort Smith.

We are kicking off another great season of artisan markets in Chaffee Crossing starting on May 18th. Visitors can expect to explore a diverse selection of handcrafted goods, ranging from unique jewelry and home décor to bespoke clothing and artwork. Along with artisan wares, there will be food trucks, freshly baked pastries, savory snacks, and farm-fresh produce. Showcasing the talents of the local community, the market provides a platform for creatives to share their passion and craftsmanship.

Thank you to Fort Smith Chamber and Colonel Gibbons team for the opportunity to experience first hand, the Joint Maneuver Training Center. It was an incredible afternoon. Thank you to the men and women who have and continue to serve our country.

Over 150,000 American women served in the Woman’s Army Corps (WAC) during World War II. In the WAC, women first served as clerks, typists, stenographers, and drivers. As their skill and dedication were recognized, they later became weather observers and forecasters, cryptographers, communication specialists, sheet metal workers, parachute riggers, aerial photograph analysts, and many other jobs essential for winning the war. A 1991 Army Corps of Engineer report notes that much of the WAC history at Camp Chaffee has been lost. The map above has been edited to show the historic WAC camp location. The stone sidewalk leads from the current FCRA offices to the site. 170 WAC personnel were assigned to Camp Chaffee at any time. Happy International Women's Day.

Congratulations to VanTrust Real Estate (VTRE) on the remarkable success of their over $100 million project! Completing the 824,000 square foot building marks a significant milestone, and the addition of 100 new jobs is a testament to the positive impact this development will have on the local community. This achievement showcases the dedication, vision, and a strong working relationship between VTRE, Fort Chaffee Redevelopment Authority and the City of Barling in driving economic growth for the region!

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