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NOARK is NWA's accredited human resource association and is a non-profit organization that has provided over 30 years of service to the HR and business community. NOARK's October monthly meeting will…

Sales of new U.S. homes stay close to two-year high

Purchases of new U.S. homes in August held close to a two-year high, further evidence of recovery in the housing market that will help sustain the economic expansion. Sales fell…

Agribusiness Weekly Update: More piggies going to market

Beef U.S. beef packer margins last week averaged a loss of about $35 per head, according to Hedgers Edge. The Sept. 1 feedlot inventory was 10.637 million head, down less…

Local businesses cashing in on Bikes, Blues crowds

The roar of motorcycles during Bikes, Blues and BBQ means another sound for local businesses — the ka-ching of the cash register. If recent years’ numbers hold true, the annual…

New mobile studio ‘win for the state’

FAYETTEVILLE — When ((RADAR)) One rolls into town, it’s hard to miss the 45-foot long recreational vehicle with its sleek black look. What’s inside is even more impressive and it…

Andy Williams, ‘Moon River’ crooner, TV host, dies at 84

Andy Williams, the “Moon River” crooner who helped define American popular music in the 1960s and 1970s through his Christmas albums, nightclub performances and television variety show, has died. He…

UA Economist Urges Restraint on Housing Projects

Increased enrollment not enough to match projects in the pipeline.

Arkansas voters like Beebe, generic GOP candidates

This year’s state legislative races are shaping up to be an epic battle between a growing Republican favoritism in the Arkansas electorate and the popularity of Democratic Gov. Mike Beebe….

Weather satellite issue not a problem for Arkansas – yet

There are replacement refs, talk about replacing a coach (think John L. Smith), and now in the mix is a replacement weather satellite. Accuweather.com was one of the first to…

‘Find it Fresh’ provides scholarships

The Brick House Kitchen on the square in downtown Fayetteville provided a quaint and intimate backdrop for light conversation among friends Tuesday evening (Sept. 25) as they anxiously awaited each course…

Income levels rise across the state

In the past two years the median family income rose across the Natural State, but the percentage increase was mixed with Northwest Arkansas and Hot Springs metro areas leading the…

WAC board approves $20 million expansion plan

The Walton Arts Center Board of Directors on Tuesday endorsed a $20 million expansion of the Walton Arts Center that includes a planned 2015 opening of the renovated facility on…

Great Passion Play officials seek more passion

The Great Passion Play in Eureka Springs could soon close, ending a unique outdoor theatre production of Jesus’ last days. The production has been seen by some 7.5 million since…

NWACC releases applicant list for school’s top job

NorthWest Arkansas Community College released the list of applicants Tuesday (Sept. 25) vying for the school’s top job as President Becky Paneitz will retire in June after a decade of…

Office makeover unveiled at Root Elementary

A Fayetteville school psychologist specialist received new office furniture Tuesday after winning a district contest. Jennifer Shreve’s office went from 1970s leftovers to brand new furniture from Preferred Office Products….

Freight reports suggest slower economic growth

Two measures considered bellwethers for the U.S. economy are not optimistic about improving conditions for the remainder of 2012. The lack of optimism results from a combination of politics, manufacturing…

Pig slaughter shrinks supply to 1975 low in drought

U.S. hog farmers are slaughtering animals at the fastest pace since 2009 as a surge in feed costs spurs the biggest losses in 14 years, signaling smaller herds next year…

Program allows local crafters access to Razorback name

When Sarah Smith of Bella Vista made a special gift for her husband out of pictures representing various University of Arkansas sports, her friend saw it and wanted to have…

Car-insurance cost to rise 2.8% to $839, trade group says

The cost of auto coverage for the average U.S. driver will probably climb for a third straight year as insurers charge more to boost profits pressured by record-low interest rates…

Fort Smith metro building numbers down almost 19% through June

Construction on largest solar array in US begins in Mississippi County

UAMS, Mena Regional Health System enter co-management agreement

The Communications Group announces ownership transition