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UA Law School dean to step down in 2022, remain on faculty
The University of Arkansas will soon begin a search for the next dean of the School of Law following the announcement that Margaret Sova McCabe will step down at the…
Author: Jeff Della Rosa
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Siloam Springs earns 2nd low-risk designation for bio-economy project investment
Siloam Springs is the first U.S. city and the second in North America to receive a Bioeconomy Development Opportunity Zone designation, according to a news release. The city earned an…
by - October 15, 2021 7:55 am
J.B. Hunt exceeds expectations for revenue, earnings in third quarter
Lowell-based carrier J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. posted double-digit gains in earnings and revenue in the third quarter amid strong freight demand and tight capacity. Before the markets opened Friday…
by - October 14, 2021 5:23 pm
P.A.M. earnings rise 256%, revenue up 50% in third quarter
Tontitown-based carrier P.A.M. Transportation Services Inc. posted record revenue and operating results in the third quarter as it improved at navigating customer disruptions. After the markets closed Thursday (Oct. 14),…
by - October 13, 2021 2:45 pm
Central Research makes leadership changes, including new CEO
Lowell-based Central Research Inc., a management and financial services provider, announced Wednesday (Oct. 13) changes to its executive leadership team effective immediately. CRI President Bobby McKinnon has been named CEO,…
by - October 13, 2021 11:36 am
Area leaders to issue 10th annual economic report on Northwest Arkansas
The Center for Business and Economic Research (CBER) in the Sam M. Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas, in collaboration with the Northwest Arkansas Council, will release…
by - October 13, 2021 10:15 am
EIA: Home energy expenses to increase this winter
U.S. households are expected to spend more on energy this winter, than last winter, especially those that primarily heat with propane or heating oil, according to the U.S. Energy Information…
by - October 12, 2021 1:32 pm
Namida Lab seeks tears, clinical trial participants
Fayetteville-based biotech company Namida Lab Inc. recently announced a tear donation campaign and clinical trial recruitment site as it develops a tear-based breast cancer screening test. Namida Lab’s first product,…
by - October 11, 2021 7:21 pm
Used vehicle prices hit new record, sales soften
Wholesale used vehicle prices increased to a new high in September as sales continued to moderate, economists said. The prices are expected to remain high and may rise amid strong…
by - October 11, 2021 11:25 am
J.B. Hunt, P.A.M. stocks rise to 52-week highs
Share prices of two Northwest Arkansas-based transportation companies have reached record highs amid strong freight demand, tight capacity and a labor shortage. On Sept. 23, shares of Tontitown-based carrier P.A.M….
by - October 9, 2021 9:53 am
Technology can ‘build a better world,’ UA blockchain leader says
Speakers and panelists provided insights into the value and ethics of blockchain systems and noted that anything can be represented as a token of the technology. The discussions took place…
by - October 8, 2021 8:40 am
Truck driving school relocates in Springdale
Mid-America Truck Driving School Inc. recently relocated its Springdale campus to a larger location that will allow the school to more than double its student enrollment capacity. The school has…
by - October 7, 2021 1:03 pm
Analysts say J.B. Hunt earnings, revenue to rise by double digits in third quarter
Lowell-based carrier J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. is expected to post double-digit increases in earnings and revenue for the third quarter amid strong pricing, freight demand and tight capacity. Before the markets…
by - October 7, 2021 7:44 am
Then & Now: Greg Bohannan lives dream as pro angler
Editor’s Note: The following story appeared in the Sept. 27 issue of the Northwest Arkansas Business Journal. “Then & Now” is a profile of a past member of the Business…
by - October 6, 2021 10:49 am
EIA: world energy consumption to increase almost 50% by 2050
Excluding significant changes to policy or technology, global energy consumption is expected to rise by nearly 50% between 2020 and 2050, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA). The…
by - October 5, 2021 8:36 am
J.B. Hunt gives $1.25 million for suicide prevention programs
Lowell-based carrier J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. will give $1.25 million to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention to support the programs of the organization that’s dedicated to saving lives…
by - October 4, 2021 1:37 pm
App developer wants families to make outdoor memories
Fayetteville-based app Explore Eden will offer custom recreation and camping experiences on privately-owned land in Northwest Arkansas when it launches in October. Owner Stuart Collier, the founder and principal broker…
by - October 4, 2021 10:19 am
Manufacturing sector growth accelerates; pandemic limits production
Economic activity in the manufacturing sector grew at a faster rate in September, from August, while production continues to be limited by global pandemic-related issues, according to the Institute for…
by - October 4, 2021 9:13 am
UA researchers receive nearly $18 million to build semiconductor fabrication facility
University of Arkansas engineering researchers led by distinguished professor Alan Mantooth will use a $17.87 million grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to build and operate a national silicon…
by - October 1, 2021 12:19 pm
Car-Mart opens 152nd dealership in El Reno, Okla.
Rogers-based America’s Car-Mart announced Friday (Oct. 1) the opening of its 152nd dealership in El Reno, Okla. The buy here, pay here used car dealer recently purchased the ongoing assets…