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KNWA Hires News Director

Fayetteville?s NBC affiliate, KNWA, hires Scott Pickey to be the station?s news director.

Radio Duo Light Up the Laughter (Outtakes Opinion)

Sometimes we think it?s O.K. to turn on a little junior high humor and snicker ? as long as you?re in the car and no one knows about it.

Baldor Electric Co. in Fort Smith announced on April 13 that it had $11.3 million in net earnings for the first quarter of 2006, up 26 percent from the same time period last year, according to a press release.

Wal-Mart Eliminates Guns From Some Stores

Wal-Mart Stores Inc. is phasing out sales of firearms in about 25 percent of its U.S. stores because of soft demand.

Mid-Tec Takes Cargill Expansion (Real Deals)

Mid-Tec Inc. of Anderson, Mo., starts construction on a $17 million expansion to the Cargill Meat Solutions plant in Springdale and EWI Constructors Inc. of Fayetteville starts a project valued at $1.2 million.

Pinnacle Shaken, Not Stirred

The Pinnacle Group and General Growth Properties aren?t very happy with the folks running Sullivan?s Steakhouse.

ANB Financial to Open Office in Wyoming

Loyal Whispers readers may remember the Business Journal reported that ANB Financial N.A. of Rogers was looking to expand into the trendy tourist town of Jackson, Wyo.

Benz Dealership Lands New Owners

Readers looking to buy a new Mercedes-Benz will be making out their down payment checks to a new group that includes Gary George and Jim Lindsey.

Northwest to Get Spinal Tap

One of a handful of pediatric spine specialists statewide will soon be available to children in Northwest Arkansas.

Celebrate Publisher Sues Former Employer

We recently came across another interesting lawsuit. It seems that Mari See, publisher of Celebrate Northwest Arkansas magazine, has filed suit against her former employer, Goglanian Bakeries Inc.

May Day Might Present Problems

May 1 could mean more to you this year than you think. It?s Primero de Mayo, or International Labor Day, which marks the annual mobilization of labor unions. This year could be a little different.

Tourist for a Day (Jeff Hankins Commentary)

When making an agenda to see the sites of Little Rock, it?s easy to underestimate the time it takes to tour the city?s attractions.

Artists Sell the Abstract

Many Northwest Arkansas businesses use local artists when choosing what art to hang on their walls. And though some think fine art has value that can?t be priced, local artistry can come with a heavy price tag.

Sponsorships, Gifts Crucial For Performing Arts Venues

Local performing art venues rely heavily on sponsorships and donations to bring performances to Northwest Arkansas.

Studio Provides Musical Retreat

Eric Schabacker has more than 100 gold albums for production and engineering work. But after trying to settle south of Eureka Springs, his passion for music led him to build Winterwood Recording Studios and Lakeside Cottage on Beaver Lake.

Legislature Should Raise Minimum Wage (Editorial)

Arkansas lawmakers should raise the minimum wage to $6.25 from $5.15 to keep up with the rest of the country.

AMP Ramps Up For Second Season, Summertime Fun

The Arkansas Music Pavilion Inc. starts its second season May 17 with rock band All-American Rejects. The AMP is also pursuing acts such as Collective Soul, Lyle Lovett, Gin Blossoms, Train, Peter Frampton and country sensation SheDaisy.

Customization Keeps Caterers on the Mark

Northwest Arkansas catering companies keep their businesses on the cutting edge by offering unique food presentation for customers.

Crystal Bridges Construction to Begin Soon

Construction should begin in June on Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art in Bentonville. The museum is estimated to have more than 100,000-SF of space with a cost of $50 million.

Teacher Shortage Leaves Students with Flat Notes

While Rogers and Bentonville have a string program, Fayetteville and Springdale don?t, which makes students rely on private lessons for instruction. But many private lesson instructors are stretched thin.

Wing: Cutting PBS ties necessary, more local shows coming

Seth Summerside of Keo Fish Farms named to prestigious Presidential Leadership Scholar program

AG Griffin creates new role to advise on AI

Arkansas Soil and Water Education Conference set on A-State campus