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Arvest Sets Date to Complete Acquisition

Purchased Bank of American locations will open as Arvest branches on March 25.

Nanomech wins top innovator honor

NanoMech Inc. of Springdale has received the Top Emerging Nano Innovator Award from the NanoBusiness Commercialization Association (NanoBCA), for the second year in a row. NanoBCA is a leading business…

Arkansas to soon have human trafficking law

Arkansas legislators have taken the first step in fighting the growing, but often hidden, problem of human trafficking in the state. HB1203, introduced by Rep. David Meeks, R-Conway, and SB…

USA Truck names new CEO (Updated)

Officials with USA Truck announced Monday (Feb. 19) that John Simone, 51, will be the company’s new president and CEO, with former CEO Cliff Beckham, 41, to become the executive…

Silicon Solar Solutions Submits Patent Application

Tech firm also is eyeing $750,000 grant, to be awarded early next year.

NanoMech Inc. Wins Second Consecutive Innovation Award

Springdale-based nanotechnology manufacturer praised for “game-changing” products.

Big Cedar Cultivates Arkansas Roots

Of the more than 1 million visitors the lodge says it attracts annually, about 15 percent come from its neighbor to the south.

Heritage Brings Visitors, Dollars

Surveys show about 17 percent of Arkansas tourists visit a museum or historic site.

Duck Deal Helping Infinity Take Flight

Popular reality series a boon for local manufacturer.

Navigating Transitions in the Business World (Opinion)

Haste will not serve a leader well.

Bad Debt (Opinion)

Student loan delinquency is on the rise in the U.S.

Kansas Group Takes Harps in $4.2 Million Sale-Leaseback

Fayetteville office building is another highlight of recent activity.

Author Shakes Butterflies, Undergoes Vascular Screening

Pain-free tests provide peace of mind.

Wilson Smoothly Navigates Choppy Health Care Waters

MANA CEO enjoys post’s unpredictability.

Community Banks Still Have a Long Way To Go with OREO

Current levels are still higher than they were in 2007.

Yonker on Board as President of SVIs Learner Mobile

Firm also has expanded into Dallas market.

Modus Studios New Home to Include Workshop Space

Short move results in consolidated effort.

OsteoVantage Named Latest Local NSF Grant Recipient

$150,000 award will be used to develop screw used in back surgeries.

Regional Real Estate Firms Merge Operations

President says move “made a lot of sense.”

Tyson Shareholders Learn About Firms 2013 Outlook

Leatherby says priorities for excess cash in 2013 include additional capital spending to improve and grow existing businesses, among other things.