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 24, 2026 2:00 pm
In the General Election on Nov. 2, 2010, Arkansas voters approved Constitutional Amendment 86, which required the General Assembly to meet annually, with even-numbered years designated as the fiscal session….
by - February 22, 2026 10:00 am
Last week, I met with a group of dynamic leaders from Northeast Arkansas who are part of the new Leadership Accelerator formed through Arkansas State University. This inaugural group of…
by - February 21, 2026 9:45 am
Robert groaned as he stretched across two chairs in my classroom, arms crossed, pencil untouched. Around him, the hum of students writing filled the room, but he would not participate….
by - February 11, 2026 8:35 pm
Innovation often begins with a bold idea, but it only succeeds with buy-in. Whether it’s a directive from the C-suite or an organization-wide initiative, lasting change simply isn’t possible without…
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 2:00 pm
I was having a conversation the other day with a friend about “things to do” in Arkansas and, of course, we came up with plenty of suggestions to consider. Arkansas…
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…
by - January 18, 2026 8:31 am
When people think about Arkansas, they picture our mountains, our trails, our music, and our world-class hospitality. Tourism is a cornerstone of our economy, supporting more than 70,000 jobs and…
by - January 14, 2026 6:31 pm
If you’re like most investors, you’ve noticed the impact of higher inflation in recent years – whether at the gas pump or the grocery store. American investors are experiencing the…
by - January 13, 2026 9:19 pm
American agriculture is the quiet guardian of American power, and no nation can project strength abroad if it cannot feed its people at home. Today, America’s farmers and ranchers feed 340 million…
by - January 12, 2026 8:20 pm
If you have ever tried to lose weight, you know the cycle. You plan ahead, buy healthier food and commit to exercise. At first, the scale moves and your clothes…
by - January 8, 2026 10:04 pm
Physicians are our patients’ biggest allies. Our commitment to connecting and caring for patients pushed us through medical school, which didn’t come cheap. Yet, today, our core mission is disrupted…
by - January 6, 2026 9:22 pm
The phrase “high-quality instructional materials” sounds boring, even to me, and I’m a teacher. But the blandness of the language belies its importance – these materials are critical for teacher…
by - January 4, 2026 11:27 am
As Arkansas nonprofits reflect on the past year and its ups and downs, a well-known saying often comes to mind: “This too shall pass.” It is a hopeful sentiment that…
by - December 30, 2025 10:00 am
Turnover is inevitable in business and other aspects of life. We sometimes think that reliable folks will be in their roles forever. Last week, we learned that Dr. Brendan Kelly,…
