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Arkansas Best posts net income of $13.9 million (Updated)

It would be an understatement to say the equity market liked Arkansas Best Corp.’s quarterly results posted Monday (Nov. 11). Shares surged higher by $4.10 – up more than 15%…

Bella Vista Inventor Trusts in IsoTruss

Larry Robertson recently acquired exclusive worldwide rights to an incredibly strong and lightweight building material that he believes will change the world.

Plymouth Properties

Two commercial assets of bankrupt Little Rock real estate developer Steve Clary, who is on his way to prison for mail fraud, were recently sold for less than half the price Clary paid for them.

Arvest Bank Celebrates Grand Opening of Fayetteville Branch

The new, more spacious branch is at 2389 N. College Ave.

Childrens Boutiques On The Rise In NWA

Upscale childrens clothing stores thrive in spite of the lackluster economy.

Dickson Street Unites to Endorse Lights, WAC Expansions

Dickson Street Merchants Association members are pushing for Fayetteville residents to pass three ballot measures they say would boost the local economy.

From Rogers to Rio, Sustainability Firm Looks to go Global

EcoArks investments include a farm-to-family food tracking system and a local company that repurposes over-the-road trailers into wood furniture.

Regions Profile Continues to Grow (Opinion)

Northwest Arkansas is a beautiful, exciting place to be right now.

The Gift That Keeps on Giving: Say Thanks

The holiday season is an opportunity to show gratitude not just at home, but at work.

Springdale Medical Buildings Tip Scales at Combined $3.02 Million

Northwest Arkansas Medical LLC of Arkansas and Abees-Springdale LLC of Kansas, both managed by Stephen J. Block, purchased a 3,223-SF facility at 2060 Orchard St. and an 8,474-SF facility at 3875 W. Sunset Ave.

Chamber Honors UA, Local Firms for Hotz Hall Renovation

The $17.2 million project transformed the 100,000-SF building from business offices to a top-quality residence hall for 416 honors students.

KLRC Named Religious Station of the Year

John Brown University radio station received the acknowledgement at the 2013 National Association of Broadcasters Marconi Radio Awards.

Elkins Design Wins Four Davey Awards

The Bentonville advertising agency, owned by Scott and Rebecca Elkins, received recognition for its work on company brochures and promotional photographs by the 2013 International Davey Awards, which honors small firms with big ideas.

FCA Board Announces Wey as New Chairman

Fellowship of Christian Athletes Director Bill Burnett said Rogers bank executive Ron Wey will be the driver for the board as it tries to generate increased financial support.

Mather Named Interim Director of Main Street Rogers Board

The move is effective Nov. 15, upon the exit of outgoing director Kerry Jensen, who announced his resignation in September. A search committee has been formed to hire a permanent director.

Diamond Holding Company Merging With Texas Firm

The combined companys revenues will be almost $1 billion.

Beaver Water District Wins Gold

The Association of Metropolitan Water Agencies honored Beaver Water District in October with the 2013 Gold Award for Exceptional Utility Performance at the associations annual conference in St. Petersburg, Fla.