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Broiler Farm Near Summers Rings Up $7.2 Million Sale

Calvin Truong and his wife, Thuylinh Thi Pham, bought the property at 10373 N. Highway 59.

Following Her Dreams Led Amargos to Startup Junkie

Executive consultant Jay Amargos believes mentoring entrepreneurs is her purpose in life.

New Degree Program in UA Art Department Awaits Approval

Graphics design major could be available to students the fall semester of 2016.

ALPFA Chapter Offering Leadership Training for Latino Professionals

The Association of Latino Professionals for America group has partnered with Grandslam Performance Associates LLC to create and implement a customized program for its members.

Ripples of Credit Union Merger Felt in Local Market

The merger of Lake Michigan Credit Union and United Federal Credit Union could affect 23,800 customers in the Northwest Arkansas market.

Metova Inc. Opening Office in Fayetteville, Creating New Jobs

The emerging tech company, based out of Tennessee, has set up shop at 112 W. Center St., in the EJ Ball Building.

DataRank CEO: Simply Measured Pairing A Great Fit, Perfect Timing

The Fayetteville startup announced its acquisition by Seattle-based Simply Measured on Oct. 13.

Northwest Technology Institute Receives $100K Investment

Auto service equipment maker Hunter Engineering Co. has chosen NTI as its regional training facility.

Fayetteville Office Building Reaches Full Occupancy

One Corporate Square, located at 4058 N. College Ave., has reached a milestone it has not seen in years.

Real Estate Company in Jonesboro Opening Second Office in Springdale

Haag Brown co-founder Josh Brown said it shows the firms permanent commitment to the area, as several of its clients are located in Northwest Arkansas.

Local Auto Franchise Owner Faces Felony Drug Charge

Monte Johnston, who owns Springdale-based Automatic Auto Finance, was arrested in August for allegedly transporting marijuana in a chartered plane.

Former Walmart Exec Arrested For Missing Divorce Court

John Ryan was taken in Oct. 14 in Benton County, after an arrest warrant was issued about two months earlier.

Pinnacle Country Club Has a New GM

Longtime general manager Pat Hennessy has left, and the club on Oct. 15 announced a new hiring.

Local Handbag Maker Looking For More Space

The addition of wholesale business and recognition from Martha Stewarts American Made has increased demand for the Rogers-based business.

Razorback Park Golf Course Closes

A Lindsey Management Co. representative says the company is still under contract to buy the 130-acre property.

It Looks Like Alice Walton Moved Back to Bentonville

Sources say shes living in the old Walton family residence, a Fay Jones designed, stone manor near Crystal Bridges Museum.

Tusk to Tail: Clutch quarterback play, a broken thumb and renewed optimism

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Arkansas Libertarians Nominate 23, Including Full Congressional Slate

The Libertarian Party of Arkansas selected 23 candidates to run for office this weekend in a special nominating convention.

Congressional Digest: Budget Reconciliation, Defense Bill Part Of Week’s Agenda

It was a busy week in the nation’s capital as a bill supporting budget reconciliation was approved in the House while a veto of the defense bill drew scorn from…

Made In America: Commerce Department Continues Lobbying For TPP Deal

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Water system needs, budget priorities part of Fort Smith Board strategy session

Fort Smith Metro News Briefs: Van Buren High School Hall of Honor, and a MASH program at Mercy

UAMS, Helena Hospital announced co-management agreement

Citizens Bank names Alan Jessup COO