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SCALE Challenge team registration has been slow
The SCALE Challenge designed to plant 20 new technology-based startups in Northwest Arkansas if off and running, but just 40 teams have signed up as of Tuesday (July 16), according…
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Slim Chickens announces equity investment from 10 Point Capital, eyes 600 new locations in next decade
Fayetteville-based restaurant chain Slim Chickens announced Wednesday (July 17) an equity investment from 10 Point Capital, an Atlanta-based private equity firm. Financial terms were not disclosed. The investment is expected to…
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Bentonville firm Shine Solar expands service offerings with acquisition of Palmer HVAC
Solar power company Shine Solar of Bentonville recently announced it has acquired Palmer HVAC of Springdale, and the name of the heating and cooling company has been changed to Shine…
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Former NanoMech CEO responds to allegations of financial wrongdoing
Jim Phillips, former chairman and CEO of Springdale-based nanotechnology manufacturer NanoMech, has filed a response to the claims of financial wrongdoing while in his role with the company. Phillips, in…
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Arkansas Children’s Northwest adds pediatric endocrinologist
Juan Mejia-Otero M.D., an endocrine specialist for pediatrics, has joined Arkansas Children’s Northwest in Springdale. He is also an assistant professor of pediatrics in the University of Arkansas for Medical…
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Conrad Odom announces candidacy for newly created juvenile judge position
Fayetteville attorney Conrad Odom announced his candidacy Tuesday (July 16) for Circuit Court Judge of the new 8th Division of the Fourth Judicial Circuit, serving both Washington and Madison counties….
by - July 16, 2019 2:51 pm
Water utility receives 5-year directors award
Lowell-based water utility Beaver Water District has been recognized by the American Water Works Association’s Partnership for Safe Water for maintaining the Directors Award status for the past five years….
by - July 16, 2019 2:42 pm
Outlook positive for Tyson Foods, poultry industry
Market watchers with Stephens Inc. have a positive outlook on Tyson Foods’ poultry segment despite rising feed costs and lower prices for consumers. Analysts with the Little Rock-based investment firm…
by - July 16, 2019 10:52 am
Oklahoma cannabis connection could benefit NWA dispensary license holder
Erik Danielson, a Fayetteville attorney who is a minority stakeholder in one of Arkansas’ 32 medical marijuana dispensary license holders, has partnered with Slang Worldwide Inc., a global cannabis consumer…
by - July 16, 2019 10:25 am
UA receives $4.6 million to begin cybersecurity training program
The University of Arkansas will use a $4.63 million award from the National Science Foundation to establish a program to recruit, educate and train cybersecurity professionals. The UA announced Tuesday…
by - July 15, 2019 7:23 pm
P.A.M. earnings rise 19%, revenue falls 2% in second quarter
P.A.M. Transportation Services’ profit increased 18.7%, and revenue declined 1.7% in the second quarter as freight demand was softer than 2018 levels and customers put downward pressure on rates. After…
by - July 15, 2019 6:57 pm
David Bailey announces for Benton County district court judge
Siloam Springs Prosecuting Attorney David Bailey announced his candidacy Monday (July 15) for Benton County District Judge serving Siloam Springs. Judge Stephen Thomas is not seeking re-election and Bailey is…
by - July 15, 2019 6:45 pm
J.B. Hunt profit falls nearly 12%, revenue rises 6% in second quarter
J.B. Hunt Transport Services missed analyst expectations for profit in the second quarter as earnings fell 11.9% while meeting expectations for revenue, which rose 6% from the same period in…
by - July 15, 2019 6:34 pm
Plug and Play founder eager to ‘light up’ supply chain innovation in Northwest Arkansas
A day nearly two years in the making arrived Monday (July 15) in Northwest Arkansas. Several hundred people gathered inside the Great Hall at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art…
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Arkansas Research Alliance announces Hutchings as new ARA Academy director
Douglas Hutchings, CEO and co-founder of Fayetteville solar tech startup Picasolar Inc., has been named director of the nonprofit Arkansas Research Alliance’s (ARA) ARA Academy of Scholars & Fellows. The…
by - July 14, 2019 4:42 pm
Debbie Griffin joins Bentonville city staff
Debbie Griffin has been hired as the city of Bentonville’s interim community relations and economic development director. Her first day of employment was July 1. Griffin has more than 30…
by - July 14, 2019 11:26 am
NWA poll gathers thoughts on Razorbacks, Walmart and the next Arkansas governor
Alcohol at Razorback Stadium, ranking the region’s top CEOs and the prospect of a Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders. If you want opinions from residents of Benton and Washington counties, just…
by - July 11, 2019 4:30 pm
J.B. Hunt earnings per share expected to rise 2 cents, revenue up 7%
Lowell-based carrier J.B. Hunt Transport Services on Monday (July 15) is expected to report earnings per share to rise 1.5% in the second quarter as analysts lowered expectations in the…
by - July 11, 2019 3:20 pm
Republican announces bid for District 91 House seat
Delia Haak will announce her candidacy Monday (July 15) for the District 91 seat in the Arkansas House of Representatives. An event is scheduled at noon on the steps of…
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New regional arts service organization launches in Northwest Arkansas
Bentonville-based Walton Family Foundation is backing a new regional arts service organization in Northwest Arkansas. The goal of the organization is to “expand access to arts, culture and heritage” in…