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CCOA’s Record Year

Turbulent economic times have been good for at least one group.

Sugar Bowl Trickle Down

Everybody knows by now the University of Arkansas’ payout for playing in the Allstate Sugar Bowl was about $17 million. That’s before it becomes part of the Southeastern Conference bowl pie, of course.

J.B. Hunt Puts Safety First

J.B. Hunt Transport Services puts its entire fleet on hold from 6 p.m.-6 a.m. on New Year’s Eve, due to the increased number of merrymakers on our nation’s highways.

Brandon Burlsworth Foundation’s Good Eyes

It’s been about 10 months since we told you the Brandon Burlsworth Foundation had begun work on expanding its “Eyes of a Champion” program throughout Southeastern Conference territory.

Phoenix Bankruptcy

The timing of the Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing by Phoenix Realty & Development LLC of Hot Springs has raised concerns with the Office of the U.S. Trustee.

Sheridan Woman Sentenced

Katherine Anne West of Sheridan was sentenced in December to more than five years in federal prison for embezzling nearly $700,000 from her former employer, Lift Truck Service Center Inc.

Largest telecommunication companies in Northwest Arkansas.

Northwest Arkansas’ largest telecoms list.

Top-Producing Realtors List Forms Now Available

Forms for Northwest Arkansas Realtors to submit their 2010 sales volume numbers to the Northwest Arkansas Business Journal are available online.

Most Arkansas Exports Enjoy Boost in Revenue

The aircraft and spacecraft industry was responsible for a slight overall dip.

Commercial Real Estate Risk Remains Elevated Everywhere

Commercial real estate prices are likely to remain under pressure.

Longtime Automotive Experts Fire Up Their Own Enterprise

The Tontitown shop offers an alternative to dealership service plans.

Forecast: Prepare for ‘Less Worse’ Economy

Local industry leaders believe the local economy has hit bottom and begun a slow uptick.

Due Diligence

Undue intrusions can be traced to previous mischief.

One Can Dream

Act might not be comprehensive, but it is a step in the right direction.

Parks Group Broadens Access for Mobile Users

Apple products accounted for more than 83 percent of the smartphone access to Parks’ website.

Chance of Snow Prompts Flurry of Customer Inquiries

A travel agency is among several businesses to see benefits of a local promotion.

Texas Talent Added to Team

Jay Plyburn is the newest hire at KHBS/KHOG-TV.

Country Stations Top Fort Smith Radio Market

“Continuous Hit Country” continues to lead the way.

Retail Sales up 1 Percent

The economy shows slow signs of picking up as consumers spent more in November.

Consortium Gains Two More Members

UA’s joint endeavor has added 16 members in the last six months.