by - February 24, 2025 12:06 pm
Arkansas State University held its seventh annual Living Legends event Saturday (Feb. 22) to honor five new recipients as well as honor two individuals posthumously. “Selections are made by a…
by - February 22, 2025 10:13 am
Arkansas-based financial technology company SmartChange announced the launch of SwiftAid, the fundraising platform’s latest innovation that provides quick, cost-effective financial relief for people experiencing urgent crises. With SwiftAid, fundraisers can…
by - February 20, 2025 8:25 pm
Natalie Ghidotti, APR, founder and CEO of Little Rock-based Ghidotti Communications, has been named the 2025 chair of the Public Relations Society of America’s (PRSA) Counselors Academy, an international group…
by - February 20, 2025 8:17 pm
The University of Central Arkansas has announced Dr. Tim Bisping as the new dean of the UCA College of Business. Bisping will begin on July 1. In this role, Bisping…
by - February 20, 2025 8:14 pm
Harding University broke ground on a $8.5 million, 18,000-square-foot library addition for its School of Theology, set to be completed by March 2026. An extension of the Brackett Library, this…
by - February 19, 2025 3:52 pm
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock announced Wednesday (Feb. 19) that Dr. Ginger Gummelt will serve as the next dean of the College of Business, Health, and Human Services…
by - February 19, 2025 3:34 pm
New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine at Arkansas State University (NYITCOM at A-State) is accepting applications for Project H.E.A.R.T., the college’s “mini-medical school” program for high school…
by - February 19, 2025 3:13 pm
The Poultry Federation named Blake Rollins as executive vice president. As a native Arkansan with family ties in Arkansas, Oklahoma, and Missouri, Rollins brings a strong understanding of the region to…
by - February 18, 2025 4:06 pm
Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin announced Tuesday (Feb. 18) that Autumn Hamit Patterson has been named the state’s new Solicitor General. Patterson recently served as Assistant Solicitor General in the…
by - February 18, 2025 3:58 pm
Be Pro Be Proud, an initiative by the Associated Industries of Arkansas to help students launch careers in high-demand technical professions, has announced its expansion into Alabama in collaboration with…
by - February 18, 2025 3:53 pm
Batesville-based Citizens Bank has announced the promotion of Josh Baker as city president for the Central Arkansas market. “We are excited to introduce Josh back into this market, and are…
by - February 18, 2025 3:49 pm
Hendrix College received a $494,00 grant from the Mellon Foundation that will fund the creation of a new health humanities program to complement the existing pre-medical and health sciences programs….
by - February 17, 2025 4:50 pm
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock has been awarded a $4.65 million grant to expand cybersecurity learning opportunities nationwide. The grant, funded by the National Centers of Academic Excellence…
by - February 15, 2025 9:08 pm
The Arkansas Black Hall of Fame Foundation, in partnership with Arkansas Community Foundation, is providing funding opportunities for nonprofits that serve African American or underserved populations in Arkansas. Eligible nonprofits…
by - February 15, 2025 9:02 pm
Stephens, an independent financial services firm, announced that Curtis Wethington has joined the firm’s Private Wealth Management division as a Financial Consultant. Wethington will be based in the company’s Hot…
by - February 15, 2025 8:56 pm
The International Economic Development Council (IEDC) awarded Jim Fram the status of Honorary Life Member (HLM) in recognition of his commitment to excellence and impact on the field of economic…
by - February 13, 2025 12:44 pm
Arkansas State University had a record headcount of a record 16,073 students this spring semester, a 10% increase over spring 2024. Chancellor Todd Shields said this is the second consecutive…
by - February 11, 2025 3:46 pm
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock announced Tuesday (Feb. 11) a transformative $1.5 million gift made in memory of the late Pat Wilson. Wilson’s daughter, Kathy Wilson Roberts, made…
by - February 11, 2025 3:19 pm
Williams Baptist University is expanding its academic offerings to include a degree in agriculture. The Bachelor of Science in agriculture business will be available starting this fall. “WBU’s degree in…
by - February 11, 2025 9:53 am
FNBC Bank has hired Gabe Roberts as community president for its Jonesboro market. Roberts has more than a decade of banking experience. “Gabe’s leadership experience and strong ties to the…
