by - May 28, 2025 3:05 pm
Pedal Kids releases app
Pedal Kids USA, a Bentonville-based organization that offers youth cycling education and family bike programs, has launched an app for Apple and Android devices, according to a news release. Pedal…
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by - May 28, 2025 2:46 pm
Attorney Andrew Nadzam to seek circuit court judgeship
Attorney Andrew Nadzam will seek to become the judge for Circuit Judge, Division Four, in the Second Judicial District (Clay, Craighead, Crittenden, Greene, Mississippi, and Poinsett counties). Nadzam currently serves…
by - May 28, 2025 6:15 am
McGehee Bank rebranding to Producers Bank & Trust
McGehee Bank, a community bank serving McGehee and the surrounding communities since 1933, announced it will begin operating under a new name — Producers Bank & Trust – effective Aug….
by - May 27, 2025 9:04 pm
Southern Bancorp names Will Carrouthers as chief financial officer
Southern Bancorp, Inc. named Will Carrouthers as its chief financial officer (CFO) on Tuesday (May 27). Carrouthers succeeds Mike Myers, former Winrock chief financial officer and long-time Southern Bancorp board…
by - May 27, 2025 11:54 am
Subdivision sale the top Sebastian County property deal in early 2025
The sale of numerous properties on Preston Wood Drive in Fort Smith was the top Sebastian County property transaction in the first quarter of 2025. The sale of a storage…
by - May 27, 2025 10:59 am
Central States announces leadership changes
Tontitown-based Central States Inc. has named Doug Watts president of manufacturing, according to a Tuesday (May 27) news release. Longtime President Tim Ruger will transition to chief strategy officer. Watts…
by - May 27, 2025 9:44 am
Russell estate donates $335,000 to Jones Center
The Jones Center in Springdale has received $335,036 from the estate of Robert Harvey Russell, nephew of Jones Truck Lines founder Harvey Jones, according to a news release. The gift,…
by - May 26, 2025 10:11 am
Arkansas Dental Centers opens clinic in Rogers
Arkansas Dental Centers recently opened a clinic at 3903 W. Financial Parkway in Rogers. It’s the company’s 11th location in Arkansas. The new clinic is led by Dr. Matthew Harrison…
by - May 26, 2025 10:06 am
Ozark Prosthodontics provides care for Baptist Health program
Fayetteville-based Ozark Prosthodontics will provide in-network care for the Baptist Health Program for All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly, according to a news release. The nonprofit program offers comprehensive medical care…
by - May 25, 2025 8:48 am
Arkansas House Speaker Evans believes tax cuts will wait until fiscal session
Arkansas Speaker of the House Rep. Brian Evans, R-Cabot, was satisfied with his first legislative session in charge, but he thinks tax cuts may wait with the uncertainty around federal…
by - May 23, 2025 1:17 am
Philander Smith University names Dr. Maurice Gipson as new president
The Philander Smith University board of trustees appointed Dr. Maurice D. Gipson as the institution’s 15th President and Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. The announcement was made during a press…
by - May 22, 2025 6:21 pm
Top Fort Smith Public Schools communication person resigns
For the second consecutive time in less than 18 months, the Fort Smith Public School District has suddenly found itself without a public relations-communications leader. Allan Marshall, who was announced…
by - May 22, 2025 3:46 pm
Mercy opens Centerton clinic
Health care provider Mercy recently opened a 3,200-square-foot therapy clinic in Centerton, according to a news release. Mercy Therapy Clinic – Centerton is at 1317 E. Centerton Boulevard. The clinic…
by - May 22, 2025 9:55 am
Anna Cannon named executive director of Helen Walton center
The Helen R. Walton Children’s Enrichment Center in Bentonville has appointed Anna Cannon as the center’s new executive director, according to a Thursday (May 22) news release. She begins in…
by - May 22, 2025 9:44 am
AC Hotel opens at the new Walmart home office
The 153-room AC Hotel Bentonville at 1201 S.E. Eighth St. in Bentonville recently opened at the entrance to the new 350-acre Walmart Home Office, according to a news release. AC…
by - May 22, 2025 8:55 am
Boosting entrepreneurs, community offerings are key focus for outdoor recreation economic growth
To capitalize on Arkansas’ growing outdoor recreation economy, state leaders are building and expanding resources to help entrepreneurs and communities with grants, startup accelerators, online marketing, and a new venture…
by - May 21, 2025 4:12 pm
Windgate Foundation awards $9.49 million in grants to Arkansas State University
Windgate Foundation has awarded new grants totaling $9.49 million directed for scholarships, arts education initiatives, and community outreach at Arkansas State University, Chancellor Todd Shields said on Wednesday (May 21)….
by - May 21, 2025 3:59 pm
Gov. Sanders announces appointments to boards, commissions
Gov. Sarah Sanders on Wednesday (May 21) announced the following appointments: Arkansas Dietetics Licensing Board Detri Brech, Arkadelphia, to the Arkansas Dietetics Licensing Board. Term to expire January 14, 2030….
by - May 21, 2025 3:51 pm
Southern Bancorp names Brad Paul as LR market president
Southern Bancorp Bank announced the hiring of Brad Paul as its first Little Rock Market President, the latest expansion of the CDFI’s efforts in the capital city. “Brad is one…
by - May 21, 2025 11:56 am
Fayetteville attorney Max Deitchler announces for House District 20 seat
Fayetteville-based attorney and former member of the Washington County Election Commission Max Deitchler announced Wednesday (May 21) he will seek the Arkansas House District 20 seat in the 2026 election….