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Fort Smith Economy Improved In September, Study Shows

Increased home sales are among report’s positive factors.

Family-owned Natures Water Flows to 20-Year Mark

Newmarks’ commitment rewarded by growth.

Banking Blunder is Corrected

Inaccurate closing number previously was reported.

Robo Revenue on the Way

Event expected to bring more than $700,000 to Fayetteville economy.

Leadership Changes in the Works at ALPFA

Arroyos, Amargos opt to pursue new opportunity.

Arkansas Basketball Ticket Talk

Season sales about the same as last year for Razorbacks.

Pig Power on Display in Bentonville

Activist group targets retailer, shows up near headquarters.

Expanding ‘Core’ Business

Rogers-based architecture firm will get a new home near the site of a former restaurant.

USA Truck Announces Board Shakeup, Efforts to Repel Hostile Takeover

USA Truck, which just two weeks ago reported a record quarterly loss, has announced a board shakeup and other efforts designed to stem the Van Buren company’s financial bleeding and prevent a hostile takeover.

ARK Challenge Names Winners of Startup Competition

Three technology firms will receive $150,000 each to grow their companies.

Space Photonics, SCHOTT North America Enter Agreement

Partnership expected to spur growth of University of Arkansas-affiliated company.

Arkansas Best Reports Drop in 3Q Profit

The Fort Smith-based holding company said Thursday that net income was 47 percent below last year’s third quarter.

Arkansas Business Publishing Group Announces Changes to Internet Publications

ABPG launches all-new ArkansasBusiness.com optimized for smartphones, tablets.

USA Truck Reports Record Quarterly Loss

For the nine months ended Sept. 30, USA Truck lost $14.4 million.

Transplace Part of Team to Win Supply Chain Award

Honor given by Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals.

X Marks Sweet Spot for Marketing Agency

Walmart project widely considered birth of shopper marketing.

Springdale Manufacturer Wants Nano on Big Stage

NanoMech Inc. is eyeing expansion, increased production.

Lets Pave the Way (Opinion)

Issue No. 1 would provide much-needed relief.

Incentive Systems: Keys to Success (Opinion)

Extra pay can help improve results.

Property and Housing Remain Good Options in Uncertain Times (Opinion)

There are three primary ways to take advantage of the benefits of investing in apartment communities.

GDP up 4.3% in the third quarter, consumer confidence declines

St. Bernards to expand Maternal Life360 HOME program into Greene County

Then and Now: Cooperative business model a good fit for Mitchell Johnson

Dope Medicinal Wellness opens Fayetteville clinic