by - February 25, 2026 12:20 am
First Arkansas Bank & Trust (FAB&T) announced Tuesday (Feb. 24) that Keith Collard, director of internal audit and risk manager, will be president and CEO. Larry T. Wilson, who held…
by - February 24, 2026 7:02 am
Dillard’s Inc. reported strong revenue and profits during the last year despite some slippage in overall sales. The Little Rock-based upscale retailer posted net sales of $6.474 billion for the…
by - February 23, 2026 7:39 pm
The state saw a record number of visitors in 2024, and they spent a record amount, Gov. Sarah Sanders said Monday (Feb. 23) at the 52nd Annual Arkansas Governor’s Conference…
by - February 18, 2026 1:14 pm
Arkansas State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine remains on track for a fall opening with the accreditation process and construction of facilities proceeding as expected. ASU- Jonesboro Chancellor Dr. Todd…
by - February 18, 2026 5:41 am
The board of directors of the Little Rock Technology Park Authority announced Tuesday (Feb. 17) that Executive Director Brent Birch will transition from his role in 2026, after 12 years…
by - February 17, 2026 1:40 pm
U.S. Rep. French Hill, R-Little Rock, lead sponsor of a measure aimed at housing affordability saw his legislation pass the House with overwhelming bipartisan support. Hill said the 390-9 vote…
by - February 16, 2026 11:22 am
The University of Arkansas School of Art, with support from Little Rock-based Windgate Foundation, provided 12 graduating students and recent alumni each with a $10,000 Windgate Accelerator Grant to help…
by - February 11, 2026 11:51 am
Fayetteville nonprofit Apple Seeds Teaching Farm has plans to expand its reach across Northwest Arkansas and central Arkansas. The strategic growth plan is in response to rising demand for hands-on…
by - February 7, 2026 8:55 pm
The Venture Center, in partnership with the Arkansas Small Business Administration, announced the 13 Arkansas-based, veteran- and veteran-spouse-owned small businesses selected for the third annual Veteran-Owned Small Business Accelerator (VOSB)….
by - February 7, 2026 8:46 pm
Stone Ward announced that Allison Bermudez, APR, has been promoted to public relations director. In her new role, Bermudez will oversee Stone Ward’s public relations practice, guiding strategy and execution…
by - February 5, 2026 6:02 pm
The University of Arkansas Pulaski Technical College announced plans to build a state-of-the-art workforce training center at the Port of Little Rock Authority in partnership with the port and the…
by - February 5, 2026 4:30 pm
The board of trustees of the University of Arkansas approved Thursday (Feb. 5) the selection of Dr. C. Lowry Barnes, professor and chair of the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at…
by - February 4, 2026 12:24 pm
Upscale men’s clothing retailer Walker Brothers has been undergoing a leadership transition after co-owner John Cole pivoted from daily operations to an advisory role. About five years ago, Cole said…
by - February 2, 2026 5:37 pm
The Conway County Economic Development Corporation (CCEDC) and Entergy Arkansas on Monday (Feb. 2) announced that the Morrilton Industrial Park – South Site has achieved Entergy Arkansas’ Select Site certification,…
by - February 2, 2026 10:07 am
Lyon College President Dr. Melissa Taverner recently announced the appointment of Dr. Carolyn Henry as dean of the Lyon College School of Veterinary Medicine, effective March 1, as the college…
by - January 29, 2026 8:28 pm
The U.S. Department of the Army awarded a lease contact to Hanwha Defense USA to build and operate a new munitions facility at the Pine Bluff Arsenal. Hanwha will invest…
by - January 28, 2026 8:49 pm
The Arkansas Center for Health Improvement (ACHI) announced the promotions of Sandra McGrew to executive director, Jennifer Wessel to director of health policy, and Joshua Cook to director of external…
by - January 28, 2026 5:29 am
The University of Central Arkansas Board of Trustees voted Tuesday (Jan. 27) to move forward with the development of a new “Innovation Campus,” an interdisciplinary initiative designed to strengthen workforce…
by - January 25, 2026 11:06 am
Steve Arrison, longtime CEO of Visit Hot Springs and one of Arkansas’ most influential tourism leaders, will be inducted into the Arkansas Tourism Hall of Fame during the 53rd Arkansas…
by - January 22, 2026 9:17 pm
Arkansas-based Lexicon Inc. announced Thursday (Jan. 22) it has become an employee-owned company through the establishment of an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). The decision follows a comprehensive review of…
