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NOWDiagnostics Inc. Moves Production From China to U.S.

The Springdale-based company has moved all of its plastic housing production to Arkansas, hoping to improve quality control and bring additional jobs to the state.

Washington Regional Turns Dirt on New Facility

Washington Regional Medical System is set to begin construction of a four-story, 66,000-SF building designed to accommodate a variety of healthcare services.

Jim von Gremp Resigns From UA Board of Trustees

Rogers businessman makes move to accept the governors appointment to the Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board.

UA Seeking Approval For $160 Million Stadium Upgrade

The scope of the project, with a preliminary cost estimate of $160 million, will include an addition in the north end zone of the stadium, updates to existing areas, and a new Broyles Athletic Center.

Hutchinson Announces New Highway Program; No New Taxes

The governors recommendation provides a state investment of approximately $750 million to the Highway Department over the next 10 years without raising taxes or introducing any new taxes to Arkansans.

Davis Appointed Associate Vice Provost For Research and Economic Development

University of Arkansas professor and chair of the department of geosciences will retain his faculty appointment.

Buddy Wray, Former Tyson Foods President, Dies at 78

Wray was president of the Springdale-based company from 1991 until he retired in 2000, and he served on its board of directors from 1994 to 2003.

Grocery Wars Heat Up; Millennial Shoppers Embrace Store Brands

Retail Report: national headlines form the retail world.

UA Names Laura Jacobs Associate Vice Chancellor

Jacobs will serve as chief of staff for incoming University of Arkansas Chancellor Joseph Steinmetz.

Cooking Up Success: Fayetteville Eatery Opens Specialty Food Store

Bouche Kitchen promises to be a welcome addition to the evolving shopping scene on the downtown square.

Understanding the Power of Leading From the Middle (OPINION)

A key leadership skill of every successful C-suite leader is his or her ability to recruit and empower all-star mid- to senior-level managers.

Market Your Personal Brand (OPINION)

Owners need to pay attention to the brand they are building for themselves and not just the business.

Suppliers Episode to Highlight Walmart Giving

The Jan. 23 episode will feature Kabir Kumar, senior director of the Walmart Foundation.

Assumptions: A Major Compliance Killer (OPINION)

Its easier to assume than verify, but my years working in compliance taught me some tips on how to avoid assumptions.

Retail Details: Trivia from the retail world.

Did you know glass technology had a huge impact on merchandising?

Arvest Ranked Among Best Banks By GOBankingRates

Arvest is ranked in the top 10 in the Best Checking Account category, for its Free Blue Checking account.

Tyson Buys Flea Market Property in Downtown Springdale

A Tyson spokesman said the company has not yet finalized plans for the four parcels, totaling more than an acre, for which it paid $350,000.

Onyx Named Coffee Bar of the Year

Imbibe magazine bills the list as a culmination of a year-long, nationwide search to uncover the bars, cafs and breweries that are shaping the way well drink in the coming year.

Gap Closing at NWA Mall Leaves New Owners with Vacancy

The retail space, a staple of the Fayetteville mall since 1997, is slated to close Jan. 26, as is the malls GapKids store.

John James Co-Founds Technology Development Agency

James joins life-long friend Jim Kane to form Hayseed Ventures newest portfolio company, Gemini Development.

Opinions differ on use of former ACME Brick property

Jones Center raises $310,000 at ‘Big Night’

Colliers | Arkansas to manage Regions Center; firm closes 2 major deals for $10.7M

Architect Reese Rowland honored with AIA Arkansas E. Fay Jones gold medal