by - September 18, 2023 7:23 pm
The Delta Regional Authority (DRA) graduated 37 regional leaders from the Delta Leadership Institute (DLI) Executive Academy, an extensive, nine-month leadership development program that brings together public, private, and nonprofit…
by - September 18, 2023 7:17 pm
Enrollment results for the fall indicate strong positive trends for the Arkansas State University System, System President Chuck Welch told the Board of Trustees Friday (Sept. 15). “Six of our…
by - September 14, 2023 2:56 pm
The St. Bernards Foundation, which supports fundraising, volunteerism and community awareness for the nonprofit healthcare system, St. Bernards Healthcare, has named Lydia Parkey as its next president. She replaces Kila…
by - September 14, 2023 2:54 pm
A significant jobs creation announcement in the city of Newport will be made on Sept. 24, Executive Director of the Newport Economic Development Commission Jon Chadwell told Talk Business &…
by - September 14, 2023 8:54 am
Editor’s Note: The following story appeared in the Sept. 11 issue of the Northwest Arkansas Business Journal. “Then & Now” is a profile of a past member of the Business…
by - September 13, 2023 12:11 pm
One of Northeast Arkansas’ iconic festivals, Beatles at the Ridge, is slated for Saturday (Sept. 16) in Walnut Ridge. Live music, food and vendors, children’s attractions, a car show, and…
by - September 13, 2023 11:53 am
For the second year in a row, the Mississippi River is at record low levels as harvest in the Delta looms. The river levels have and will impact the movement…
by - September 12, 2023 3:00 pm
Plant viruses in the agriculture sector cause billions of dollars in losses each year. Farmers may now have a new tool in tracking these diseases. Scientists with the Arkansas Clean…
by - September 12, 2023 11:29 am
The Museum of the Arkansas Grand Prairie announced Tuesday (Sept. 12) four inductees into this year’s Arkansas Waterfowler Hall of Fame. An induction ceremony will honor these individuals on May…
by - September 11, 2023 12:39 pm
Arkansas State University opened the Women’s Business Leadership Center in 2016 and it has helped many students and professional women better themselves in current and future endeavors. Now, a newly…
by - September 11, 2023 12:34 pm
Lyon College has set an all-time fall enrollment mark with 587 students, according to the school. That’s a 19% uptick from the fall of 2022, and it’s a 65% increase…
by - September 10, 2023 7:24 am
Myrna Adams made the most significant residential and commercial property transfer in Craighead County, from July 15 through Aug. 15, according to the Craighead County Assessor’s Office. She spent $1.75…
by - September 10, 2023 6:46 am
Paragould-based United Home Insurance Co. was placed in receivership by the Pulaski County Circuit Court on Wednesday, Sept. 6, 2023. The court appointed Arkansas Insurance Commissioner Alan McClain and his…
by - September 7, 2023 12:38 pm
Arkansas State University set a new record with a preliminary fall enrollment with 14,903 students on the 11th day of classes, Chancellor Todd Shields said. “This university is poised for…
by - September 6, 2023 7:53 pm
Arkansas rice farmers are well ahead of the average harvest schedule for the state and record yields are possible this season. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural…
by - September 5, 2023 9:03 pm
We are pleased to introduce to you the 2023 class of Northeast Arkansas Women in Business award winners. This is our fifth year producing this award for the region, and…
by - September 5, 2023 8:56 pm
Linda Wofford President of Engines, Inc. and owner of The Everyday Chef Residence: Jonesboro Education: Bachelor’s degree in adult education and human resources What was your dream job and why?…
by - September 5, 2023 8:55 pm
Sally L. Wilson Former mayor (2019-2022); engineer City of Osceola Residence: Osceola Education: Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering (magna cum laude) What was your dream job and why? Engineering. I…
by - September 5, 2023 8:55 pm
Elizabeth (Liz) Smith Executive Director Mississippi County Regional Chamber of Commerce Residence: Blytheville Education: Bachelor’s degree in Music Education, Arkansas State University; graduate studies at the University of Arkansas What…
by - September 5, 2023 8:55 pm
Brittany Scott CEO SMART Reproduction Residence: Jonesboro Education: Bachelor’s degree in animal science, Stephen F. Austin State University; master’s degree in animal science with an emphasis in reproductive physiology, Louisiana…
