by - June 20, 2026 10:03 am
From May 12-16, the Congress for the New Urbanism (CNU) held its 34th annual gathering in Northwest Arkansas (NWA), drawing roughly 1,400 architects, planners, developers, and officials from across the…
by - June 8, 2026 12:23 pm
Northwest Arkansas continues to be one of the most compelling growth stories in the country. Across the region, the pipeline is full of well-conceived development projects spanning multifamily, mixed use,…
by - May 27, 2026 3:24 pm
Northwest Arkansas is growing faster than almost anyone predicted. New neighborhoods rise where pastures once stood. Schools expand. Businesses relocate here every month. From the outside, it looks like prosperity….
by - May 25, 2026 9:34 am
Northwest Arkansas is seeing new people arriving, new businesses opening and new opportunities taking shape across the region. For many young professionals, that energy and growth are part of what…
by - May 17, 2026 11:16 am
Two years ago, two city councils in Northwest Arkansas did something that city councils almost never do. They voluntarily gave up land to a neighbor. Rogers gave up the Scissortail…
by - April 26, 2026 10:36 am
In Arkansas and across the heartland, we are used to solving problems together. That instinct — to step up for our neighbors, to find practical solutions and to work together…
by - April 16, 2026 5:35 pm
Over the past few decades, technological breakthroughs have repeatedly reshaped how we live and work, from the personal computer to the internet. While each innovation was initially met with skepticism…
by - April 12, 2026 3:08 pm
More people are talking about public television right now than at any point in recent memory. This is a good thing. It gives us an opportunity to revisit why it…
by - March 28, 2026 10:13 am
Like many Northwest Arkansas natives, I’ve been amazed to watch our region evolve from a quiet landscape of pastures into a thriving metropolitan hub. With our population expected to grow…
by - March 24, 2026 10:30 am
I teach third grade, and every year I meet children who are curious, funny, determined, and capable of far more than they realize. I also meet children who are struggling…
by - March 15, 2026 11:07 am
No one said having important health conversations with teenagers was going to be easy, but does it have to be so hard? It doesn’t, and Teen Health Arkansas (THAR) launched…
by - March 1, 2026 10:13 am
The real estate market characteristics of the early 2020s grow smaller and smaller in the rear-view mirror. For those early years we experienced an unforgettable market. But we should forget…
by - February 25, 2026 9:43 pm
As president and CEO of the Little Rock Convention & Visitors Bureau (LRCVB), I see how tourism impacts our city from many angles. In 2025, that impact was clear in…
by - February 23, 2026 10:00 am
Is the use of artificial intelligence (AI) on the rise among employees? It depends on the workplace. According to Gallup, the technology, chiefly generative AI, is more prevalent in “knowledge-based…
by - January 30, 2026 3:25 pm
Editor’s note: The following commentary is from 19 outdoor recreation businesses in Northwest Arkansas. The opinions expressed are those of the businesses. The recent tragedies in Minneapolis have resonated deeply…
by - January 28, 2026 12:11 pm
As a physician and legislator, I’ve learned that statewide health progress rarely comes from a single policy win. Instead, it’s an outcome of sustained focus, disciplined implementation and common-sense systems….
by - January 26, 2026 2:00 pm
Small businesses are increasingly relying on cloud computing, artificial intelligence and digital tools to remain competitive. These technologies not only streamline operations and reduce costs but also enhance the customer…
by - January 25, 2026 10:38 am
The entrepreneurial spirit is undeniable in Northwest Arkansas. Local businesses fuel our growth, provide services, create jobs and shape our culture. Building a business is challenging, and the financial landscape…
by - January 19, 2026 11:10 am
I’ve spent most of the last decade slinging software. That usually meant flying to both coasts, chasing meetings, and waiting weeks for a simple yes or no. Then I showed…
by - January 18, 2026 10:25 am
Every day I wake up, and the first battle is internal. I’m fighting my own negativity — the learned hesitation that starts with the first “no” we hear as a…
