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Apartment Purchase Becomes a Nightmare

The purchase of a 500-unit apartment complex in Springdale three years ago has become more than a headache for Washington County’s Industrial Developers.

Italian Restaurant Exits, Church Enters

Signature Bank of Arkansas is allowing the City Church to hold services rent-free at the old home of Mary Maestri’s in Tontitown until a buyer for the property can be found.

Retail Supplier Leases 9,000 SF in Bentonville

Recently the retail supplier Central Pet & Garden Co., a diversified maker of Pennington grass seeds and a number of familiar pet care brands, combined a couple of satellite offices and leased 9,000 SF at Archer?s Business Park in Bentonville.

Jones Trust Announces New COO

Roy Clinton, COO of the Jones Trust, retired earlier this month. Mike Gilbert has taken his place.

Enterprise Targets Athletes Looking for ‘MVP’ Edge

Springdale doctor wants to open players’ eyes to sports vision training.

Prestigious List Makes Room For NWA Firms

Rogers-based New Creature is among 13 Arkansas honorees.

Fayetteville Joins Crowd, Creates Business Registry

Implementation will begin next year.

Fayetteville Eatery Now Specializing in Burgers

Market research leads to new concept.

Supreme Court Arguments To be Broadcast Online

Bandwidth being freed up in anticipation of response.

Texas Couple?s Road Trip Ends with Springdale Gym

Greg and Natalie Lee are changing professions and ZIP codes.

Northwest Arkansas Council Seeks Leaders

There?s plenty of room for additional influencers and decision makers who are passionate about growing area jobs and opportunities.

Rockfish Earns Inc. 500 Recognition in First Try

Rogers-based Rockfish Interactive is the lone Arkansas representative on this year’s Inc. 500 list of fastest-growing companies.

Disadvantaged Firms Get $200k in Grants

Money is distributed via the Arkansas State Highway Transportation Department.

Highway Development a Must in Arkansas

New taxes are never popular. However, a strong road network is essential to a strong economy, particularly in Arkansas.

Staubach Scores With Forty Under 40 Honorees

Former quarterback delights crowd with wit and words of wisdom.

Rogers? Village on the Creeks Sold

Dewitt Smith and others pay for $22M for rebounding complex.

Electrical Subcontractors Charged With Weathering Economic Storm

Although data suggests there are a growing number of electrical contractors in the Natural State, several Northwest Arkansas firms report that times are tough, and that firms are going out of business as a result.

Skyline Researchers Label Northwest Market ?Stable?

Economist still believes slow growth in the job market, however, will continue to depress home prices.

U.S. Banks Turn Profit

Total net income for all banks doing business in Arkansas was $210 million through the second quarter.

Montes, Partners Enter Dickson Street Market

Local restaurateur fulfills dream with El Sancho grill and bar.

UAMS, Helena Hospital announced co-management agreement

Citizens Bank names Alan Jessup COO

Survey: 35% of American workers do some or all work from home

Crenlo moves HQ to Bentonville from Minneapolis