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PECO Foods celebrates decade in Northeast Arkansas
It’s been 10 years since PECO Foods began operations in Northeast Arkansas. The company spent $200 million to build a poultry processing plant in Pocahontas and a feed mill in…
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by - July 2, 2026 10:26 pm
Escobar named VP at Stone Bank
Edgar Escobar has been named vice president of government guaranteed loans at Stone Bank. He joins Stone Bank from Veritex Bank in Dallas, Texas, where he was a vice president….
by - July 2, 2026 9:35 pm
Arkansas Community Foundation board selects Smiley, Ronnel to lead
The Arkansas Community Foundation Board of Directors has elected Vance Smiley of Little Rock as chair and Jennifer Ronnel, also of Little Rock, as vice chair. “We are thrilled to…
by - July 2, 2026 9:23 pm
Brent Morgan to lead Central Arkansas region for Farmers & Merchants Bank
Farmers & Merchants Bank announced the appointment of Brent Morgan as regional oresident for Central Arkansas, as the Stuttgart-based bank expands its presence in the Little Rock market. In his…
by - July 1, 2026 7:10 pm
Carl Vogelpohl named executive director of Arkansas Medical Society
The Arkansas Medical Society (AMS) appointed Carl Vogelpohl as the organization’s new executive director. Vogelpohl began his role July 1, with longtime Executive Vice President David Wroten, of counsel, to…
by - July 1, 2026 8:10 am
FNBC Bancorp acquires RiverWind Bancshares
FNBC Bancorp, the bank holding company for FNBC Bank, has entered into an agreement and plan of merger to acquire RiverWind Bancshares. RiverWind will be merged with and into FNBC,…
by - June 30, 2026 8:30 am
Lyon College professor gives presentation at conference in Switzerland
Dr. James Martell, associate professor of French and comparative literature at Lyon College, recently presented his research on the United States, the United Nations and global governance at the Pierre…
by - June 29, 2026 6:39 pm
Bank OZK authorizes $200 million stock repurchase program
Bank OZK announced Monday (June 29) that its board of directors has approved a stock repurchase program authorizing the purchase of up to $200 million of outstanding common stock. The…
by - June 29, 2026 6:32 pm
First Community Bank buys naming rights for Ridge Athletics Center
The Jonesboro Advertising & Promotion Commission and First Community Bank have reached a naming rights partnership that will officially rename the Ridge Athletics Center as the First Community Bank Sportsplex….
by - June 25, 2026 8:54 pm
Citizens Bank names Alan Jessup COO
Citizens Bank has named Alan Jessup executive vice president and chief operating officer, broadening his leadership role as the bank positions the organization for sustained growth. Jessup, who joined Citizens…
by - June 24, 2026 1:56 pm
Lawrence Healthcare hires Anthony Knighton as president
Lawrence Healthcare has selected Anthony Knighton to serve as the system’s new president following a comprehensive search and review process. Knighton joins Lawrence, bringing more than 25 years working in…
by - June 24, 2026 6:30 am
UA Little Rock receives another $5 million for online influence research
Dr. Nitin Agarwal, Maulden-Entergy Chair and Donaghey Distinguished Professor of Information Science at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, has received a $5 million research award from the U.S….
by - June 24, 2026 6:22 am
Arkansas Insurance Hall of Fame to induct seven
The Arkansas Insurance Hall of Fame has announced its 2026 class of distinguished inductees. Seven new Arkansans will be honored at the 2026 Induction Banquet Thursday, Oct. 15, at the…
by - June 24, 2026 6:15 am
Arkansas TV announces local lineup
Arkansas TV announced a new slate of original programming that will premiere in July. The new locally-produced content was set in motion earlier this year when the public television network…
by - June 22, 2026 8:19 pm
UAMS receives $2.9 million to study fetal alcohol spectrum disorders
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has received a $2.9 million federal grant to study fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD) and associated neurologic aftereffects, with the goal of…
by - June 18, 2026 4:28 pm
Grow for the Green Soybean Yield Challenge slated for its 16th year
Arkansas soybean producers are invited to enter the 16th annual Grow for the Green Soybean Yield Challenge (GFTG), a competition offering cash prizes for top yields while highlighting innovation and…
by - June 17, 2026 7:29 pm
Brad Doyle appointed as a director on the United Soybean Board
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) appointed Brad Doyle of Poinsett County to represent Arkansas as a United Soybean Board director. Doyle replaces Dustin Henson of Paragould, after the completion…
by - June 12, 2026 5:33 am
Applications being sought for Farmers Market Promotion Program
The Arkansas Department of Agriculture is now accepting applications for the Farmers Market Promotion Program, an initiative made possible through continued support from Farm Credit. Applications will be accepted until available funds…
by - June 10, 2026 4:07 pm
Leadership Banking Series returns to A-State
The annual Arkansas State University Leadership in Banking Series is set to return for the 2026-27 year. The six monthly sessions bring banking professionals from across the region together to…
by - June 10, 2026 6:35 am
UAMS receives $7 million grant from Windgate Foundation for scholarships
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) received a $7 million grant from the Windgate Foundation. The grant will provide $1 million in funding for 15 full tuition scholarships…