Month: February 2012

South Still Leading Nation in Commercial Projects Backlog

Recent numbers indicate future spending increases.

Foundation Director Speaks on Using Strengths for Philanthropy

Wal-Mart’s work fighting hunger cited as example.

Skin Clinic and Spa Merger Works Beautifully, Owner Says

Acquisitions continue for Clifton and company.

Fascination with Collaboration Leads to Book Deal for Sanker

CaseStack exec wants his work to be a useful tool.

Mardi Gras ‘Coronation’ held at Crescent Hotel

EUREKA SPRINGS — The 1986 Crescent Hotel and Spa hummed with activity and glittered with glitz the night of Feb. 17, just as it must have in the golden years of…

Severance tax hike opponents raise big money

The group opposing former gas executive Sheffield Nelson’s severance tax proposal, Arkansans for Jobs & Affordable Energy, has gotten very serious, very fast. In its January monthly report filed a…

Movie Reviews: “This Means War” and “The Vow”

On Friday’s KARZ-TV morning show, I reviewed “This Means War” and “The Vow.” Both films fit the classic “date movie” mold, although one of the films you should skip and…

Brummett: A Primer On The Current Budget Debate

Arkansas Democrat-Gazette political columnist John Brummett offers a Q&A session with himself to explain the ins-and-outs of the current budget debate at the state capitol.

Developers Jockeying for Position

Four new projects aim to tap into same market.

Dropping Natural Gas Prices Curtailing Drilling Activity, Lowering Consumer Bills

Low natural gas prices, a mild winter, and strong inventories have drillers reducing their exploration efforts. That combination of factors will lead to lower utility bills for consumers.

Art Feeds Local Economy

Measurements inexact, but museum is providing an economic boost to Benton County.

Four-Year College Enrollment on the Rise

Push for more ‘STEM’ majors also in play.

A Healthy Pour

Is it time for Benton County to make the shift from ‘dry’ to ‘wet?’

Social Media and Business Performance

A competitive edge is possible if new tools are used properly.

Severance Tax Hike Opponents Pick Up The Spending Pace

The group opposing former gas executive Sheffield Nelson’s severance tax proposal, Arkansans for Jobs & Affordable Energy, has gotten very serious, very fast.

State Re-starts Appliance Rebate Program

The Arkansas Energy Office, a division of the Arkansas Economic Development Commission, said it is re-opening the state’s Energy Star Appliance Rebate Program with $1.4 million in funds.

Democrats in Chaos in Crittenden County

Memphis ABC news affiliate again goes where apparently no one in the Arkansas mainstream media will – the chaotic events of the Democratic Party in Crittenden County. Last week, they…

Legislative Week In Review… In Pictures

Thanks to some of the capitol crew for sharing their photos through Twitter, e-mail and smartphones.

Van Buren students fight hunger with ‘Empty Bowls’

The 3rd annual Van Buren High School Empty Bowls event is a cooperative effort between students, teachers, and community members and organizations. The event was held Thursday (Feb. 16) in…

NHS Jazz Band Show at 2nd Street Live! March 15th at 7 p.m.

Come out and enjoy the NHS Jazz Band Show at Second Street Live Band Camp or BUST! These great young musicians are raising money to attend summer band camp 🙂 …