by - April 21, 2012 3:43 pm
An interim oversight committee of the Arkansas Legislature once again raised objections over state Insurance Commissioner Jay Bradford’s plan to tap federal money for state health insurance exchange planning, but Bradford’s request to seek $7.7 million was granted.
by - April 21, 2012 3:34 pm
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock has created a new online site to promote research happening through the college’s Center for Innovation and Commercialization.
by - April 21, 2012 3:32 pm
Northwest Arkansas leaders are sporting a new marketing campaign to compliment the influx of visitors to the region for the Crystal Bridges Museum or Razorback sporting events.
by - April 20, 2012 9:39 am
More people are working and fewer are unemployed.
by - April 20, 2012 8:55 am
Three new members have joined the board of directors of Little Rock-based Bank of the Ozarks. The three new directors are Nicholas Brown, Dr. John Reynolds, and Dr. Sherece West….
by - April 20, 2012 6:55 am
Angel investor Michael Peace has something he thinks the cigar-loving public of central Arkansas ought to know: the best Cuban cigars don’t just come from Cuba anymore … and he knows where you can get some.
by - April 19, 2012 7:59 pm
After more than 40 years of partnership, a desire to take cancer treatment in different directions has led to a split between the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) and Central Arkansas Radiation Therapy Institute (CARTI).
by - April 19, 2012 4:10 pm
Acxiom has hired former Google Analytics executive Dr. Phil Mui as the company’s chief product and engineering officer.
by - April 19, 2012 2:49 pm
When House Revenue and Tax Chairman Rep. Davy Carter, R-Cabot, proposed a complete review of the Arkansas tax code, he may not have known what a history lesson he asked for.
by - April 19, 2012 12:12 pm
The Arthritis Foundation’s Southeast Region announced a new leadership council as well as plans to move it long-time Little Rock office. This year’s Arkansas Leadership Council members are: Joe D….
by - April 19, 2012 10:49 am
On Saturday (April 14), the Libertarian Party of Arkansas (LPAR) nominated candidates for the 2012 election cycle during their state convention.
by - April 19, 2012 10:38 am
Bentonville-based Arvest Bank ranked highest both in the South Central Region and in the Southwest Region in the J.D. Power and Associates 2012 Retail Banking Satisfaction Study. The bank says…
by - April 19, 2012 10:18 am
Arkansas Lt. Governor Mark Darr (R) was recently chosen to serve on the leadership committee of the National Lieutenant Governors Association (NLGA). NLGA is the professional association for the officeholders…
by - April 19, 2012 8:46 am
Home Bancshares, Inc., parent company of Centennial Bank, posted first quarter earnings of $14.5 million compared to $12 million one year ago.
by - April 19, 2012 8:45 am
Pine Bluff-based Simmons First National Corp. had a healthy quarter as net income rose to $6.355 million in the first quarter reporting period compared to $5.066 million one year ago.
by - April 19, 2012 7:42 am
Van Buren-based USA Truck posted a $4.9 million first quarter net loss on revenue of $123.6 million, nearly doubling its red ink from one year ago.
by - April 18, 2012 11:42 pm
As a follow-up to our GOP Congressional primary questions, Republican voters weigh in on a variety of additional political topics.
by - April 18, 2012 7:50 pm
After a recent arrest following a run-in with Little Rock police, Gov. Mike Beebe says that state Surgeon General Joe Thompson’s job is safe.
by - April 18, 2012 7:37 pm
Centers for Youth and Families recently appointed three individuals to The Centers’ Foundation Board of Trustees. They are Austin A. Brightop, Senior Vice President for Summit Bank; Lynn Harbert, Senior…
by - April 18, 2012 7:29 pm
ConAgra Foods, Inc. has agreed to acquire Odom’s Tennessee Pride, a producer of frozen and refrigerated breakfast sandwiches and sausage.
