Author: Paul Gatling

Paul Gatling

Nonperforming Loans In Arkansas Drop in 3Q

Arkansas banks collectively had a nonperforming loan ratio of 2.31 percent, down from 3.06 percent for the same period in 2012.

Walmart Grabs Market Land in Siloam Springs for $2.17 Million

The retail giant recently purchased property to build a Neighborhood Market store.

Report: Darr Misspent $44,000 in Campaign Funds

The Arkansas Ethics Commission must now decide if there is probable cause to issue any sanctions against the Arkansas lieutenant governor.

Mercy Holds Grand Opening at $13 Million Campus in Bella Vista

The multispecialty service facility includes four Mercy physicians specializing in family and internal medicine.

Following Merger, Howard Hamilton No Longer With Centennial Bank

Longtime Liberty Bank of Arkansas executive has gone into private business.

Kansas City Wins Bid for NCAA D-II Football Title Game

The NCAA announced the winning bid Wednesday; Tiger Stadium in Bentonville had been one of three finalist sites considered.

Self-Taught Chef, Brooks Cooks With Tankersley

Known for previously leading the kitchens of several area country clubs, Steven Brooks has shifted gears and now works for a foodservice distributor.

Arkansas Banks Top Region in ROA, ROE Rankings

The average return on assets, or ROA, of Arkansas banks was 1.26 percent in the third quarter of 2013, making the state the top performer among the seven states in the U.S. Federal Reserve Banks Eighth District.

High-End Housing Coming to Downtown Bentonville

Father-daughter duo David Motheral and Kathleen Moler have plans to put up five upscale, brownstone-style townhomes at the site of a modest single-family home just one block south of the square.

Northwest Arkansas Council Drafts Ambassadors to Spread News

Participants use social media accounts to promote news that reflects positively on the region.

Bezos the Brilliant

Was Amazons public announcement on drone deliveries just a clever strategy to drive Cyber Monday sales?

Tyson Foods Poultry Division Bestowed Top Honor by Wendys

Quality Supply Chain Co-op Inc., the independent purchasing cooperative for Wendys restaurants, recently recognized the poultry producer as one of its top suppliers.

Sparks Health Introduces Innovative Surgical Procedure

New technology used to treat brain aneurysms has found its way to the Fort Smith hospital.

One Corporate Square Renovated, Ready for Tenants

One of the more visible commercial properties in Fayetteville is making a cautious comeback.

Business Forecast Luncheon Scheduled Jan. 16 in Rogers

The moderator will be Donnie Smith, chief executive officer and president of Tyson Foods Inc.

Landmarc Stays Busy In Silo Falls Addition

The custom homes builder recently paid the city of Rogers for 11 building permits worth a combined $2.74 million.

First Security Bank Names New NWA Market President

Adam Rutledge has replaced Jim Taylor, who has taken a job as senior vice president of the banks holding company, First Security Bancorp, in Little Rock.

Admiral Moving Services Receives Million Dollar Club Award

The full-service agent for Mayflower Transit LLC was honored as a top revenue producer in 2012.

Sather Leaving for Des Moines CBS Affiliate

Brian Sather had been the president and general manager of KHBS/KHOG-TV, Channels 40/29, since 2010.

Walmart Names Doug McMillon Next CEO

Wal-Mart Stores Inc. announced in a news release Monday that Doug McMillon, 47, has been elected by its board of directors to succeed Mike Duke, effective Feb. 1, 2014.

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