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Bank Buzz

Grand Savings Bank of Grove, Okla., hopes to open its second full-service Arkansas branch in June.

Scott Sells Pinnacle Residence

Former Walmart CEO Lee Scott and his wife Linda have sold their home in Rogers for $1.9 million.

Eco-Erroneous

When Whispers heard that Steve Rehbock, owner of Saddlebock Brewery in Springdale, had been named an Eco-Hero by the Arkansas Green Guide, our first-blush reaction was this: Really?

State, Northwest Arkansas Real Estate Market Hot in January

Based on the number of new and existing homes sold and the value of those sales in January compared to the same month in 2013, Benton County is at the top and Washington County is third in the state, which had an overall increase in sales and value in the January-to-January comparison.

Rick Thomason Named President, GM of Tyson de Mexico

Thomason joined Tysons corporate cost accounting group in 1991 and has held many different positions within the finance and accounting group during his career.

Mike Malone Joins Arvest Board of Directors

Arvest Bank of Fayetteville announced Thursday that Mike Malone, president and CEO of the Northwest Arkansas Council, has joined the banks board of directors.

Groundbreaking to Mark Mercy Expansion in Centerton

The new facility at 1225 E. Centerton Blvd. will house five providers.

Study: Biker Rally Means Up To $80 Million in Economic Impact

The nonprofit organization Bikes, Blues & BBQ Inc. announced Monday the results of a new research study showing the economic impact of the annual Bikes, Blues & BBQ motorcycle rally based in Fayetteville.

Shields Named Dean of Fulbright College

Interim dean and longtime UA faculty member Todd Shields will begin new job on a permanent basis March 24.

Arkansas Leads Nation in Deploying Small Business Funds

The U.S. Department of the Treasurys State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) on Thursday released a new quarterly report showing the program has now disbursed more than $1 billion.

Amazeum Picks Up $1.5 Million Gift From Walmart Foundation

Site preparation work has started for the interactive museum, and construction will begin very soon, said executive director Sam Dean.

Long-Simmering Lawsuit

Ex-Walmart Sourcing EVP John J. Ryan claims Fayetteville law firm, ex-wife destroyed deals.

Protecting Data From Theft: Too Important to Chance

Security breaches like the one reported by Target in December serve as a reminder that businesses should be diligent to protect their information and actively look for ways to improve data security.

Are You a Routine Leader?

In a world dominated by practices and procedures, its a short trip to the comfort zone of leading through routines, and leaders must stay focused and committed to the discipline and values of leadership.

Goodwill Comes to Siloam Springs

The new store, donation and career services center is scheduled to open March 6 and will be the eighth location to open in Northwest Arkansas.

Prosecutor Threets Docket Includes Kids, Community

After more than two decades, prosecutor John Threet is not jaded by the work of confronting murderers, rapists and burglars. He remains unguarded in conversation, maintains his humor and keeps a rigorous schedule speaking to schoolchildren and civic groups.

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

Weekly wages up 4.2% in Arkansas, Benton County leads with 13.4% wage gain