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Spotlight on Chaffee Crossing
FEW PLACES IN ARKANSAS exude military history like Fort Smith, from the city’s namesake frontier post to the stately National Cemetery downtown, to Fort Chaffee, an Army installation built as the nation teetered on the brink of World War II. During its active duty, Fort Chaffee served many functions training U.S. soldiers, housing POWs and processing refugees. And, for three days in 1958, it famously hosted one Elvis Aron Presley, soon to be known as “Seargent.” And now, almost eighty years after it was established as Camp Chaffee, the hallowed ground is again front and center, leading the city into a new era of live-work-play as Chaffee Crossing, the first development of its kind in Fort Smith history. We invite you to discover a few of the businesses and developments creating a little history of their own at Chaffee Crossing.
The Arkansas Colleges of Health Education (ACHE) is located on 430 acres in the beautiful Chaffee Crossing area of Fort Smith. The campus features the 102,000-square-foot, award-winning facility that houses the Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine (ARCOM) and our Master of Science in Biomedicine program. Our second building, the 66,000-square-foot College of Health Sciences is the home to future programs: School of Physical Therapy, School of Occupational Therapy, and Physician Assistant Studies. Opening soon at the Village at Heritage are restaurants and retail businesses. Future plans include a Celebration Garden & Wellness Park which will include a playground, walking trails, lake, and entertainment facilities.
8101 McClure Dr., Ste. 101 Fort Smith, Arkansas 479.484.7100, option 3 arveinandskincare.com
Dr. Norma Smith, Therese Jenkins PA, Janet Newman RN and our entire staff continue to provide varicose vein and venous ulcer care to the people of our region. We take confidence in the environment that we provide. Daily screening of staff and patients as well as cleaning precautions between patients and no time spent in a waiting room are safety strategies our patients can rely on. We look forward to continuing our relationships with our patients throughout this time of extra precautions and look forward to the improvement in health that it brings.
9100 Massard Rd, Fort Smith, Arkansas arvest.com
Arvest Bank is pleased to have an ATM located at Chaffee Crossing, a vibrant, growing part of our community. The ATM allows customers to perform many routine banking transactions, including cash withdrawals, deposits, fund transfers and balance checks. Visit our ATM whenever convenient!
Bost has evolved tremendously since the original Bost School’s purpose of providing education to school age children, to our current multitude of services and programs for individuals of all ages, with a wide range of disabilities and mental health needs. From getting children ready for school, to assisting adults with becoming more independent, Bost is here when you need us. Services are customizable to meet the evergrowing needs of those in our care. All Bost facilities are following guidelines and recommendations to ensure the health and well-being of those we serve. We are excited to welcome adults and children back into our day programs and grateful to our heroic Bost staff!
Fort Chaffee Redevelopment Authority 7020 Taylor Avenue, Fort Smith, Arkansas 479.452.4554 chaffeecrossing.com
If you need a break from being indoors, you don’t have to go far to enjoy outdoor activities in Chaffee Crossing. Millions of dollars are being invested in trails and amenities for everyone to enjoy and now is the perfect time to discover all kinds of fun. More than 25 miles of trails in Chaffee Crossing and Ben Geren Park invite mountain bikers, walkers, runners, and cyclists. The Huckabee Nature Center, McClure Amphitheater, Wells Lake, and Torraine Lake offer a variety of activities. Chaffee Barbershop Museum, Deer Trails Golf Course and Chaffee Crossing Pickleball Complex are all open to the public. Practice safe social distancing and start exploring these fantastic trails and amenities today.
Corner of Wells Lake Road R.A. Young Jr. Drive, Fort Smith, Arkansas 479.739.6308 thehuberc.com
Luxury townhomes and lofts available. The HUB is centered on YOU! This new, vibrant and modern community features contemporary townhomes, luxurious apartments. Our homes are built to be lived in, loved and last. With tree-lined streets, friendly faces, and plentiful green spaces discover treasured friendships and neighborly traditions. There’s no one formula for success, but there’s an address for it! Schedule your private tour today! Call Kathy Coleman at 479.739.6308 or visit www.thehuberc.com.
Between Wells Lake Rd. & Veterans Ave. Fort Smith, Arkansas 479.651.2092 timmayshomebuilder.com/lakeside
Located across from Wells Lake and the Arkansas River Valley Nature Center, Lakeside Crossing is the place to be! Tim Mays is the exclusive builder of the beautiful homes ranging from 1,650-2,500 square feet. Lakeside hosts immediate proximity to fishing, trails, golf, kayaking, and canoeing on Nature Center property directly across the street. It also has direct access to multi-use and mountain biking trails as well as close proximity to Parrot Island Waterpark and Ben Geren Park. Information about the availability of lots and home designs can be obtained through Becky Ivey of Chuck Fawcett Realty, 479.651.2092.
Owners, Terry Flanagan and Brian Barham, brought their Competition BBQ experience to Chaffee Crossing! We opened our doors in November of 2018, and we have been going strong every day since. Located in the perfect setting overlooking Deer Trails Golf Course, we offer a full lunch and dinner menu, as well as catering options and bulk meats! We prepare our meats each day by adding a bold blend of spices and slow smoking them to perfection. We invite you to taste our smoked artistry, carry out, delivery, and plenty of outdoor space on our patio, Tuesday - Saturday, 11am–8pm and Sunday, 11am–7pm. It’s time to Get Link’d Up!
Providence Way Road + R.A. Young Jr. Drive Fort Smith, Arkansas 479.739.6308 providenceerc.com
New homes and lots now available at Providence in Chaffee Crossing! Surrounded by tranquility, this luxury community located in the Chaffee Crossing area perfectly blends elegance and nature. Walking trails and excellent schools all in close proximity to shopping and dining. Elegant homes from the high 300’s to the mid 500’s plus homesites from the mid 60’s to mid 70’s. Schedule your private tour today! Call Kathy Coleman at 479.739.6308 or visit www.providenceerc.com.
8801 Wells Lake Rd., Fort Smith, Arkansas 479.668.2828 stonehousecc.com
Located at the edge of Fort Smith in Chaffee Crossing, StoneHouse introduces a chef inspired menu, a modern interpretation of an American steakhouse. We feature classic cuts of beef, such as the Rib-Eye, Flat Iron and Filet Mignon, but our steaks and chops aren’t the only dishes we serve up. Seasonal seafood, chef inspired dishes and delectable desserts are some of the tempting offerings. Of course, no meal would be complete without that perfectly paired wine and we present one of the largest wine selections in Fort Smith. When the time comes to impress, we are ready for you and your guests. Reservations recommended.
Read Chair Publishing, LLC 4300 Rogers Avenue, Suite 20-110 Fort Smith, AR 72903
