Regionalism

Bretches says the Springdale center was built for the region.

“We’ve positioned ourselves in alliance with and support of Northwest Arkansas. I mean, that’s how we market this complex,” he says.

“I’ve only been here a short time, but Northwest Arkansas, in my mind, includes Fayetteville and Rogers and Bentonville. They’re my bread and butter. For someone in those areas to go out and open up additional space – is free enterprise, God bless you.

“You’re going to need a lot more than blessing. You’re going to need funding. How deep are the pockets and where is [the money