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Kastl Tries to Beat the Blues

Fayetteville is gets laid-back nightspot.

‘Apprentice’ Winner Will Speak in Rogers

Bill Rancic will be keynote speaker at August Conference and Expo.

Wal-Mart Eyes New ‘Bloom’

Retail giant testing fuel cell technology.

Licensing Fosters Entrepreneurs

A study by the University of Arkansas’ Center for Business and Economic Research says 14 of the 29 tenants at the Arkansas Research and Technology Park in generated $13.4 million in collective revenue during fiscal 2009.

Arkansas Innovation: The Ingredients Are in Place

Jeff Amerine has firsthand experience in cooking up environments that foster innovation.

Whom Can You Trust?

When she wanted to know the truth about Santa Claus little Virginia knew exactly where to turn. Where would she turn today?

Where the Jobs Are

The news last week that General Motors plans to shut down Hummer probably surprised few.

ADR Homes Starts Seven Houses in West Fayetteville

Jeff Roth, through his ADR Homes by Roth of Bentonville, recently purchased seven building permits valued at a combined $1.13 million.

Incentives Boosted SBA Loan Value During Fiscal Year 2009

If there’s been one bright spot in lending during the past year, it’s been in U.S. Small Business Administration loans.

Health Department Scrutinizes Restaurants’ Offering

Arkansas Department of Health officials credit success to a willingness to work with, rather than against, restaurateurs.

Arkansas’ Past Dues Fourth Highest in Region

In the third quarter of 2009, Arkansas banks collectively had 2.37 percent of their loans past due 90 days or more or in nonaccrual status, ranking as No. 4 of the seven states in the U.S. Federal Reserve Bank’s Eighth District.

Saatchi & Saatchi X Sweep Ad Fed Awards

Saatchi & Saatchi X of Springdale and Rockfish Interactive’s Rogers office won the most 2009 awards from the Northwest Arkansas Advertising Federation.

Residential Market Closer to Balance

Existing home sales and residential building permits were both up in Northwest Arkansas for the fourth quarter of 2009, indicating some balance in the single-family home market.

Chick-Fil-A Sits Atop Restaurants Sales List

Bentonville’s Chick-Fil-A, in its first full year of operation, has moved to the top of the city’s restaurant revenues pecking order with about $2.4 million in sales.

Standridge Falsified Collateral, Insurance Department Alleges

Steve Standridge allegedly falsified the collateral he used to purchase Gibraltar National Insurance Co. of Little Rock last year.

UA Student Aims to Capture Spirit of Fayetteville

Maurice Elliott is putting his studies in management and entrepreneurship at the UA’s Walton College of Business to use in an endeavor he hopes will turn a profit by showcasing the area’s natural beauty.

C. R. Crawford Builds Efficient Company

Fledgling firm made more than $25M in 2009 revenue.

Toughweld Owners Optimistic, Tap in to Online Retail Stores

Local company expands its online and retail offerings.

George Clarifies Suit Points

Key point is contended in claim involving Johnelle Hunt.

Bo Derek Will Appear at World’s Shortest St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Hot Springs holiday event will feature former film star.

GDP up 4.3% in the third quarter, consumer confidence declines

St. Bernards to expand Maternal Life360 HOME program into Greene County

Then and Now: Cooperative business model a good fit for Mitchell Johnson

Dope Medicinal Wellness opens Fayetteville clinic