by - August 28, 2013 6:53 pm
The State Chamber/Associated Industries of Arkansas is planning to launch two new websites to address workforce development needs in Arkansas. “Intern in Arkansas” will match a student’s area of study…
by - August 28, 2013 6:08 pm
John Brown University announced this week that the College of Business has been renamed in honor of former Walmart executive Don Soderquist. The university also announced a new $2 million…
by - August 28, 2013 9:28 am
Joe Calhoon, an author and business growth expert, will present his 1Hour2Plan speech to local business leaders and entrepreneurs next month. The luncheon is set for 11 a.m., on Wednesday,…
by - August 26, 2013 6:14 pm
Arvest Bank and the Northwest Arkansas Naturals are working together to kick off a "1 Million Meals" campaign to help feed those who are hungry. In September, Arvest Bank will…
by - August 23, 2013 12:11 pm
Mercy recently named Clark Ellison as regional vice president of philanthropy for its south central communities. In his new role, Ellison will continue to lead Mercy Health Foundation Northwest Arkansas,…
by - August 23, 2013 11:06 am
John Brown University recently opened its new CARE Clinic, a counseling facility located on the Siloam Springs campus. The clinic features facilities designed to utilize play therapy, a form of…
by - August 23, 2013 6:59 am
Arkansas Tech University will move forward with plans to construct a new $16.5 million academic, student support and administrative facility on its main campus in Russellville following action by the…
by - August 22, 2013 7:03 pm
Arkansas is widely known as a poultry producing state but one of the nation’s largest chicken company’s continues to move its business elsewhere. Pilgrim’s Pride, based in Greeley, Colo., announced…
by - August 22, 2013 3:00 pm
Fayetteville-based Clark Partners Realty Group has hired Alex McGowen as a tenant representative to manage all rental/lease inquiries. McGowen is a business major at the Walton Honors College and earned…
by - August 21, 2013 5:46 pm
Tyson Foods continues to grow its value-added, higher margin sales making strategic investments into various facilities across the country. The latest of those deals is a $5.3 million expansion to…
by - August 21, 2013 12:48 pm
Sparks Health System has added a new computed tomography (CT) scanner for use in the Sparks Medical Plaza. The General Electric Bright Speed 16-slice scanner is the same model in…
by - August 21, 2013 12:42 pm
Summit Medical Center has announced that Tinika Osborne has been hired as a new physical therapist. Osborne, PT, DPT, RYT, is now caring for patients in the inpatient and outpatient…
by - August 21, 2013 12:09 pm
Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art has recently hired two new staff members, Emily Ironside and Bill Lyle. Emily Ironside joined Crystal Bridges’ advancement team on August 1 as the…
by - August 21, 2013 11:27 am
• Target gives cautious forecast, lighter profits Another big box discounter warned of cautious consumer spending on Wednesday (Aug. 22) as the retailer’s second quarter profits narrowly beat estimates, while…
by - August 20, 2013 4:13 pm
Gov. Mike Beebe on Tuesday (Aug. 20) announced the following appointments to boards and commissions: Tonya Alexander, West Memphis, reappointed to the Arkansas Public Defender Commission. Appointment expires July 1,…
by - August 20, 2013 3:12 pm
Oklahoma officials have reported the state's first human case this year of West Nile Virus and one local county is now urging residents to exercise caution. The LeFlore County Health…
by - August 20, 2013 2:24 pm
Attorney General Dustin McDaniel announced Tuesday (Aug. 20) that former owners of an adoption agency found guilty of defrauding Arkansas consumers have been ordered to pay more than $1.2 million…
by - August 19, 2013 4:22 pm
Leadership Franklin County Director Marci Gage of Ozark has announced the program’s 2013-14 class. Housed at Arkansas Tech University-Ozark Campus, Leadership Franklin County develops current and emerging leaders to work…
by - August 19, 2013 10:48 am
NorthWest Arkansas Community College will dedicate its student center to Dr. Becky Paneitz at 10 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 22. The brief ceremony will be held at Bogle Plaza on…
by - August 16, 2013 3:20 pm
The City of Siloam Springs has hired James Nixon as the new airport manager. Nixon will start in the position Sept. 2. City officials interviewed several candidates and announce Friday…
