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Barber?s Nashville Plans Approved

The Tennessean outlined The Barber Group?s rocky road to gaining approval for a nearly 20-story Westin hotel and condominium tower in Nashville.

The 2006 Northwest Arkansas Business Journal 40 Under 40

Our 10th class of Forty Under 40 honorees is on the move ? in more ways than one.

Manufacturers Should Be Liable (Darby V. Doan Commentary)

U.S. sales of component parts result in billions of dollars in profits annually to foreign manufacturers. Can these manufacturers be joined in litigation in Arkansas to account for their products and, potentially, held accountable for contribution? The an

Remembering Paul Eells (Editorial)

There are certain people you come across in life who seem to carry around with them something a little more special than everyone else ? a certain twinkling in their eyes, an unexplainable calmness resonating in their voice or an extra jolt of energy in t

Rogers Lands Arkansas’ First W Aloft Hotel

Arkansas is about to get its first Aloft hotel, a five-story, $12 million building in Rogers. Developers Whitt Properties LLC of Fort Smith ? which includes partners Storm Nolan, Chris Whitt and Kayne Whitt ? hope to begin construction within five months.

Good Well Hunting

Natural gas profits continue for Arkoma basin drillers despite the recent boom in the Fayetteville Shale Play.

1031 Tax Trick Saves Sellers on Swaps

Popularity is rising in Section 1031s, which allow investors to defer some or all of their capital gains taxes by exchanging similar properties.

Charities Avoid Federal Estate Tax Cut Dispute

Leaders at many nonprofits are concerned that further reductions or an outright abolishment of the federal real estate tax will hurt annual giving.

Pension Act Passes

The Pension Act of 2006 passed the U.S. Senate on Aug. 3, by a 93-5 vote, which will directly affect foundations such as the Northwest Arkansas Community Foundation.

Tax Tips for Small Businesses

Some small business owners aren’t aware of the ways to trim taxes by making some adjustment before the end of 2006. Tax managers share tips to lend a hand.

Ruby Tuesday Sales up 15 Percent

Sales at Bentonville’s Ruby Tuesday jump 15.7 percent in the first six months of 2006.

Jimmy John’s Set To Open Third Location

Jimmy John’s gourmet sandwich shop will open third location in Springdale’s Sunset Station.

Bentonville Butcher & Deli (Business Lunch)

Bentonville Butcher & Deli gets 3 ? stars in our lunch review.

CPAs Can Help Prevent, Find Occupational Fraud (Jerry E. Spratt Commentary)

“Occupational fraud” is the intentional misappropriation or improper use of an organization’s assets by an employee. Is prevention difficult? No.

Zero Mountain Heats Up to Cool Expenses

Zero Mountain cold storage warehouses increase temperatures to lower power bills.

Skyline’s 2Q Summary Shows Oversupply

The Skyline Report says there’s an oversupply of housing in the area, but commercial space is filling up.

Community Banks See CFO Shuffle

Legacy National Bank hires Randy Blanton as chief financial officer.

Springdale Tries To Wrangle Team

Springdale officials are courting the Wichita Wranglers as the minor league baseball team they hope to secure for a new stadium being built off Interstate 540.

H.O.G. Rally Could Net Fort Smith $1.5 Million

The H.O.G. Rally could have an economic impact of more than $1 million on the city of Fort Smith.

Ad Agency Finds Success in Taco Bell

Williams/Crawford & Associates has become the second largest advertising agency for Taco Bell nationwide.

The Compass Report: Arkansas metro economic growth ranges from resilient to stable

Family, relationships fueled Kirkwood’s long career at AOG, Summit

Waterpark, ACME property, Miss Laura’s on Fort Smith board study session agenda

Fort Smith Metro News Briefs: More consent decree work completed, Arvest Foundation 2025 grant tally