Northwest Arkansas

by The City Wire staff -

Ross talks gay marriage, gun laws, jobs

Count former U.S. Rep. Mike Ross, D-Prescott, as one Democrat who disagrees with Arkansas Economic Development Commission director Grant Tennille's support of gay marriage. At a July 8 press conference,…

by The City Wire staff -

NWACC hires new information officer

Jason J. Degn of Omaha, Neb., has accepted the position of technology/chief information officer for NorthWest Arkansas Community College. Degn was one of 40 applicants for the position and he…

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The Supply Side retailer briefs

• Barnes & Noble CEO resigns 
Barnes & Noble Inc. executive William Lynch stepped down as CEO this week, effective immediately. The resignation comes on the heels of weak sales…

by Michael Tilley -

Let’s give a damn

The two daughters at the Tilley home are frequently encouraged to be aware of the world around them; keep their head on a swivel; to make the attempt to walk…

by The City Wire staff -

NWA Mall adds to management team

Rhonda Bramell was hired by the Northwest Arkansas Mall in Fayetteville as marketing manager and Diane Scott, former marketing manager, has been promoted to general manager.   Bramell has more…

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Succession moves tough at Parks & Tourism

Political realities that inhibit succession planning could result in uncertain leadership transitions at a state agency that has seen certain and stable leadership since its formation in 1971. Richard Davies,…