by - May 13, 2013 12:00 am
C.R. Crawford Leading $5.5M Project on West Truckers Drive (Real Deals)
Assisted living facility will have 59 beds.
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by - May 12, 2013 6:15 pm
Porn star dreamin’
“Son, what are your plans after you graduate this month?” “Well Mom, I’m heading to California to be a porn star. I’m going to follow my passion!” If being a…
by - May 12, 2013 5:57 pm
Diamond Hogs win series over Tennessee
Seniors Randall Fant and Matt Vinson made their last regular season start at Baum Stadium a memorable one on Sunday as the two seniors led No. 14 Arkansas to a…
by - May 12, 2013 1:15 pm
Heart Ball pushes $500,000 fundraising goal
Although the mood was merry for an evening of dinner, dancing, champagne and entertainment, the reason for the Northwest Arkansas Heart Ball was serious, focusing on heart problems in children….
by - May 11, 2013 2:44 pm
Asa and Brandon
Has Arkansas finally found a candidate for Governor who is camera shy? I seem to recall Asa Hutchinson as a candidate for several offices, U.S. Senate, Attorney General, Congress and…
by - May 10, 2013 5:58 pm
High cost of beef crimps demand
Escalating beef prices have corporate giants McDonald’s and Tyson Foods backtracking in recent days. And with the summer grilling season just days away, consumers wanting steaks and premium burgers will…
by - May 10, 2013 1:56 pm
Sears to offer lease-purchase program
In an effort to better compete with big box retailers on large ticket items such as electronics and household appliances, Sears will offer a lease-purchase option for the credit challenged….
by - May 10, 2013 6:46 am
Colleges, universities begin to set campus gun policies
Despite all of the discussion in the legislature about Act 226, a bill that would allow faculty and staff to carry a concealed firearm on college campuses, NorthWest Arkansas Community…
by - May 9, 2013 9:21 pm
Daniels reflects on his many years in office
Auditor of State Charlie Daniels (D) announced earlier this week that he would not seek re-election to another term of office in 2014. His eventual retirement will mark nearly three…
by - May 9, 2013 6:02 pm
Susan Inman to run for Arkansas Secretary of State
The candidate announcements continue to trickle in and the first announced candidate for Arkansas Secretary of State has been made by Pulaski County Elections Commission Chair Susan Inman. Inman, a…
by - May 9, 2013 5:53 pm
UA to graduate record number at Spring commencement
The Spring Commencement at the University of Arkansas will once again have the largest graduating class in school history – an estimated 3,700 students, roughly 1,000 more graduates than last…
by - May 9, 2013 5:47 pm
Gov. Beebe names 36 to boards and commissions
Gov. Mike Beebe also announced the following appointments. David Stewart, Fayetteville, to the Washington County District Court, Fayetteville Department. Appointment expires Dec. 31, 2014. Replaces Rudy Moore. Larry Dean Autry,…
by - May 9, 2013 5:20 pm
Sustainable packaging and Wal-Mart
In an effort to connect buyers, product suppliers and packaging suppliers, Wal-Mart held this week its 8th annual Sustainable Packaging Exposition. The retailer looks to drive innovation, “every day low…
by - May 9, 2013 5:06 pm
Arkansas tobacco tax revenue down 5.2%
Tax revenue is strong for the state of Arkansas in many of the largest collection areas, including income taxes, where year-to-date revenue is up more than 9%. But one area…
by - May 9, 2013 2:16 pm
The Supply Side: General Mills food safety push, Hillshire’s new exec
• General Mills pushes food safety General Mills continues work toward improving food safety efforts. As part of the company’s global responsibility report issued April 30, General Mills said it…
by - May 9, 2013 2:03 pm
Northwest Arkansas Children’s Shelter Golf Classic
by - May 9, 2013 1:49 pm
Red Cross Blood Drive @ The Jones Center
Please mark your calendar for the Red Cross Blood Drive at The Jones Center on Tuesday, May 21 from 2-7pm in the Conference Center. Attached please find flyers with all…
by - May 9, 2013 12:53 pm
Wal-Mart aids conservation efforts
Wal-Mart’s Acres for America program, a conservation partnership with the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF), is protecting priority lands across the country to provide wildlife habitats and recreational opportunities…
by - May 9, 2013 11:43 am
Tyson Foods declares dividend
Springdale-based Tyson Foods will pay a cash dividend of 5 cents per share for the recent quarter to its Class A investors. Class B common stock, held by the Tyson…
by - May 9, 2013 9:52 am
Kayak Workshop to be held at Hobbs State Park
Have you ever wanted to learn to kayak? Here is your chance to learn from a kayak instructor for the American Canoe Association (ACA). Participants will learn all aspects of…