by - November 26, 2013 4:37 pm
Canned Food Drive at The Jones Center
During the month of December visitors will only have to pay one dollar in addition to a canned food donation to access the pool during public swimming sessions. “We realize…
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by - November 26, 2013 4:30 pm
NWA November sales revenue slumps
The economy across Benton and Washington counties slumped in September, after a fairly robust spring and summer. The dip in consumer spending was evident in the 3% decline in sales…
by - November 26, 2013 4:14 pm
APEI Announces $4.2 Million in New Research Contracts
Sen. Mark Pryor attended an announcement Monday in Fayetteville.
by - November 26, 2013 3:20 pm
Christmas events and ugly sweaters fill NWA calendar
Christmas may still be a few weeks away, but the holiday events in Northwest Arkansas are in full swing and include ugly sweaters, train rides and symphonic sounds. • "An…
by - November 26, 2013 2:40 pm
NWA Council notes military impact on the regional economy
The U.S. military’s impact on Northwest Arkansas exceeds $150 million annually, according to a report issued Tuesday (Nov. 26) from the Northwest Arkansas Council. “The Military in Northwest Arkansas” economic…
by - November 26, 2013 2:14 pm
New 365 at Crystal Bridges Museum
Celebrate our planet’s endless cycle of renewal at the party of the year with Crystal Bridges. The revelry features music by Leah & the Mojo Doctors and DJ Havok, dancing,…
by - November 26, 2013 2:07 pm
NWA home building slows, commercial pace rises
It’s been a good year for home builders across Northwest Arkansas, but the residential construction pace in the region’s four largest cities continues to taper with a 15% reduction in…
by - November 26, 2013 2:01 pm
Hogs reduce games in Little Rock, announce 2014 schedule
The University of Arkansas will reduce from two to one the number of Razorback football games played in Little Rock beginning in 2014, with the change including a payment of…
by - November 26, 2013 1:51 pm
UA Reduces Little Rock Football Schedule
The Razorbacks will play one game each season at War Memorial Stadium, starting in 2014.
by - November 26, 2013 1:48 pm
Winter A-Go-Go at Crystal Bridges Museum
Shake off the winter chill with this hip après-ski-themed artinfusion pick-me-up. Bundle up in your grooviest après-ski wear and join us in the Great Hall for hot toddies, fondue, and…
by - November 26, 2013 8:55 am
Consumers to see more Turkey Day bargains this year
That traditional Thanksgiving dinner will cost a little less year thanks to lower turkey and milk prices, according to the Arkansas Farm Bureau. But before the feast can be digested,…
by - November 25, 2013 10:50 pm
Christmas with the APO
Steven Byess and the Arkansas Philharmonic Orchestra announces the much anticipated “Christmas with the APO” on Sunday, December 21, 2013 at 7:30 PM at the Arend Arts Center. Enjoy one…
by - November 25, 2013 6:57 pm
Field Agent makes strategic acquisition of CORE4 Research
Field Agent Inc., a local firm focusing on crowdsource marketing research, said it has acquired CORE4 Research LLC of Fayetteville, for an undisclosed sum. CORE4 Research will be integrated under…
by - November 25, 2013 6:07 pm
Highly ranked high school quarterback signs with the Hogs
The No. 9 ESPN high school quarterback prospect in the country is heading to Fayetteville to play for the Razorbacks. Quarterback Rafe Peavey from Bolivar High School in Bolivar, Mo.,…
by - November 25, 2013 4:28 pm
AEDC unveils website to promote ‘large acreage’ sites
The Arkansas Economic Development Commission (AEDC) on Monday (Nov. 25) announced a new initiative to better position Arkansas to compete for projects requiring large acreage. Those locations worthy of the…
by - November 25, 2013 2:40 pm
Markets, analysts not surprised by Wal-Mart CEO pick
Retail analysts lined up Monday morning (Nov. 25) to assess what might be behind Wal-Mart’s decision to appoint Doug McMillon as its CEO and discuss their thoughts on what to…
by - November 25, 2013 2:32 pm
Tyson creates new top tier management position
Tyson Foods announced Monday (Nov. 25) that Mike Roetzel will become the group vice president of operations for the meat giant, reporting directly to CEO Donnie Smith. Roetzel is an…
by - November 25, 2013 1:57 pm
NWA downtown appeal, development continues
Downtown areas continue to attract investment across Northwest Arkansas. Springdale and Rogers are actively working to boost their downtown exposure as retail growth has moved westward toward to Interstate 540….
by - November 25, 2013 1:44 pm
Beebe appoints 16 to state boards and commissions
Gov. Mike Beebe on Monday (Nov. 25) announced the following appointments to boards and commissions: Dr. Jamie Brandon, Magnolia, reappointed to the Arkansas Civil War Sesquicentennial Commission. Appointment expires…
by - November 25, 2013 12:20 pm
First Bank expands its reach in western Arkansas
November is a bittersweet month for fourth generation family banker Jon Harrell, who is the president of First Bank’s Northwest Arkansas region and new chairman of Harrell Bancshares of Hampton,…