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New OS Offers Opportunity

Late October brought the much anticipated market arrival of Windows 7. Microsoft is hoping to move past the poor market acceptance of Windows Vista and improve the Windows revenue stream.

Incoming CEO Set For Long Haul

When Judy McReynolds becomes president and CEO of Arkansas Best Corp. on Jan. 1, she?ll be heading a trucking company that reported $50 million in losses in the 12 months ending Sept. 30.

Cupcake Caf? to Open Doors Soon

A family vacation to France and Malta ignited the inspiration for Shelley Cassar?s Bliss Cupcake Caf

New Cleaning Service Established

If you find there?s too much clutter in your house ? and who hasn?t felt that way? ? or have grown tired of the d?cor or arrangement of your living space ? and who hasn?t? ? Ruth Hirsch wants to help.

Businesses Push to Expand Alcohol Sales

It?s been 76 years since the 21st amendment repealed prohibition in the United States yet consumers and businesses are still fighting for the right to buy and sell alcohol.

Fast Food Tops in Bentonville

Four of the top 10 restaurants in Bentonville for the first two quarters are fast food concepts.

Green Restaurants, Stores Attract Healthy Following

Ten years ago, eating natural foods meant forcing down bland vegetables. These days, natural eating has spurred an entire genre of organic, all natural and delicious options, so it?s not surprising green restaurants are sprouting up nationwide, including

Love, Hate and the 401(k) (Gwen Moritz Editor’s Note)

The 401(k) concept is great for people who are disciplined and financially savvy, which means it may not be very good for typical Americans.

Arvest?s Private Bank Stresses Service

Arvest’s private banking department in Rogers has quadrupled its accounts since its inception in 2003.

Wealth Not Expected from Lotto

Big lottery winners would be prudent to seek financial advice

The Economist: From Player to Bankruptcy

Economist Jeff Collins is starting over after bankruptcy filing

Flu Facts for Employers

There are lots of ways to guard against flu spreading in the workplace

The Lottery Start

Even skeptics agree Arkansas lottery is off to a good start

Business Lunch Review

Hammontree’s excels at grilled cheese and more

Defining Leadership Starts With a Vision

Whether leading a group to a destination, or leading in the development of an idea, a leader must pursue a destination, outcome or vision.

Retirement Fears Rise During Weak Economy

Many who saw their retirement savings dwindle during last year’s market crash now have retirement anxieties

Arvest’s Fayetteville Private Banking Branch Also Growing

Xochitl Baxter and company oversee more than 600 accounts

Two New Spots Offer a Variety of Health and Wellness services

A new gym in Bentonville and a spa in Fayetteville provide new wellness options

JBU Breaks Ground on New Performing Arts Center

New performance center should open in the fall of 2010

JBU Gets Money, More MBA Students

JBU’s MBA program continues to expand