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Love, Hate and the 401(k) (Gwen Moritz Editor’s Note)

The 401(k) concept is great for people who are disciplined and financially savvy, which means it may not be very good for typical Americans.

Arvest?s Private Bank Stresses Service

Arvest’s private banking department in Rogers has quadrupled its accounts since its inception in 2003.

Wealth Not Expected from Lotto

Big lottery winners would be prudent to seek financial advice

The Economist: From Player to Bankruptcy

Economist Jeff Collins is starting over after bankruptcy filing

Flu Facts for Employers

There are lots of ways to guard against flu spreading in the workplace

The Lottery Start

Even skeptics agree Arkansas lottery is off to a good start

Business Lunch Review

Hammontree’s excels at grilled cheese and more

Defining Leadership Starts With a Vision

Whether leading a group to a destination, or leading in the development of an idea, a leader must pursue a destination, outcome or vision.

Retirement Fears Rise During Weak Economy

Many who saw their retirement savings dwindle during last year’s market crash now have retirement anxieties

Arvest’s Fayetteville Private Banking Branch Also Growing

Xochitl Baxter and company oversee more than 600 accounts

Two New Spots Offer a Variety of Health and Wellness services

A new gym in Bentonville and a spa in Fayetteville provide new wellness options

JBU Breaks Ground on New Performing Arts Center

New performance center should open in the fall of 2010

JBU Gets Money, More MBA Students

JBU’s MBA program continues to expand

Local Companies Unveil HR Program

New writing program meant to help with job descriptions

UA?s Long Denies Withholding Information

Role of sponsorships in new UA package still cloudy

WACO to Offer RESPA Seminar

WACO COO recommends seminar

Book Explores Wal-Mart?s Role in Diversifying NWA

New book provides snapshot of cultural expansion

Feltner Brothers Put on the Dog

Feltner family opens new eatery in Fayetteville

Rick’s Makes Serious Dough(nuts)

Fayetteville bakery enjoys big game-day sales

Three Metro Areas on the Upswing

Some parts of Arkansas appear on road to economic recovery

Fort Smith Metro News Briefs: ACME input now online, UAFS students receive SURF grants

Arkansas to lead National Advanced Manufacturing Apprenticeship expansion

The Supply Side: Boomer generation concedes spending power to young consumers

2nd cohort of new lithium accelerator shows innovations in Bentonville