by - August 28, 2014 6:56 am
Workforce Declines, NWA Metro Unemployment At 5.3%
The most robust regional economy in the state is seeing mixed signals in its unemployment rate, but a declining workforce is undeniably apparent.
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by - August 27, 2014 10:19 pm
Picasolar to present in national startup showcase
Fayetteville-based Picasolar was selected from hundreds of startups across the country to present at the SXSW Eco’s Startup Showcase, an entrepreneurial pitch competition held Oct. 6-7, in Austin, Texas. “We…
by - August 27, 2014 7:36 pm
Tusk to Tail 2014: ‘Priority points,’ sunshine pumpers and Sweet Tea Vodka
It has been a long eight months of exile for Hog fans, but Game Week is finally here. There was not much good to remember from 2013, and not much…
by - August 27, 2014 7:01 pm
ASU Political Science Professor Says Arkansas Could Have ‘Purple Political Atmosphere’
The eyes of a nation may be on Arkansas this year, with several hotly contested federal and state races on the ballot, a pair of Arkansas State University professors said…
by - August 27, 2014 6:29 pm
Collective Bias grows customer base, garners recognition
Social marketing firm Collective Bias has inked new deals with some of the world's leading brands seeking to connect with consumers in the U.K. and Hispanic markets. These new service offerings…
by - August 27, 2014 5:28 pm
NWACC moves toward Division III sports, pending board approval (updated)
NorthWest Arkansas Community College is moving ahead with plans to offer sanctioned baseball and softball under Division III, perhaps fielding its first team as soon as the fall of 2016….
by - August 27, 2014 5:06 pm
EPA Awards Water Quality Grants, Stakeholders Prep For Greenhouse Gas Meeting
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) awarded $100,000 to the Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality on Wednesday for the agency’s ongoing water quality management planning. EPA officials said the funds…
by - August 27, 2014 5:05 pm
Two restaurant chains, Newk’s and Boneheads, moving to NWA
Newk’s Eatery is coming to Northwest Arkansas making its first stop in Fayetteville. The restaurant will be located at 637 E. Joyce Blvd. in a space at Spring Creek Center,…
by - August 27, 2014 5:00 pm
Drop-In Art Making » Art Buffet
Get creative with surprising and unusual art supplies, inspired by the work of the contemporary artists featured in the exhibition State of the Art. Drop in anytime between noon and 3…
by - August 27, 2014 4:47 pm
Museum Store » Artisan Demonstration: Denise Lanuti, Glass Lampwork Beadmaking
Glass artist Denise Lanuti will demonstrate the dynamic technique of lampwork bead making. Watch as she winds molten glass around a steel welding rod to create her colorful beads that…
by - August 27, 2014 4:27 pm
Spotlight Lecture » State of the Art with Crystal Bridges President Don Bacigalupi and Curator Chad Alligood
The ultimate road trip—to a thousand destinations, for one unforgettable exhibition. In 2013, Bacigalupi and Alligood hit the road to investigate what’s happening in American art today. Over the course…
by - August 27, 2014 3:55 pm
Tyson’s Purchase Of Hillshire To Create Global Meat Giant
Tyson Foods is moving toward closing its acquisition of Hillshire Brands but has again had to extend its tender offer of $63 per share on the $8.55 billion deal from….
by - August 27, 2014 3:37 pm
Pryor Stands By Ebola Ad, Says It’s ‘Fair And Accurate’
Saying votes have “consequences,” Sen. Mark Pryor stood by a controversial ad tying the vote of his Republican opponent, Cong. Tom Cotton, to the Ebola outbreak that has created a…
by - August 27, 2014 3:34 pm
Art Talk » State of the Art artist Ghost of a Dream
Brooklyn-based artist duo Ghost of a Dream turns everyday materials such as discarded lottery tickets into vibrant works of art. Meet the artists and learn more about their work featured…
by - August 27, 2014 3:23 pm
Member Preview » State of the Art: Discovering American Art Now
Crystal Bridges Members enjoy a free first look at this groundbreaking exhibition featuring the work of 100 artists from around the United States. Free, register online or by calling Guest Services at…
by - August 27, 2014 3:00 pm
Jobless rate rises to 5.2% in Northwest Arkansas, workforce declines 3.5%
Northwest Arkansas’ regional economy continues to be the state’s most robust, but the size of the metro workforce declined 3.58% in July compared to July 2013, and the number of…
by - August 27, 2014 2:44 pm
Cook: Ross Calls RGA TV Ad ‘Dishonest, Slanderous’
A good rule of thumb for political ads is that when the high-paid announcer mispronounces the name of a town then the rest of the ad is probably suspect as…
by - August 27, 2014 2:25 pm
Tyson, Hillshire Reach Agreement With DOJ
Tyson Foods Inc. and Hillshire Brands Co. have agreed on a proposed settlement that should pave the way for Tysons takeover of Hillshire to proceed.
by - August 27, 2014 2:03 pm
Discover the Grounds » Botanical Illustration
Begin this Discover the Grounds presentation with Horticulturist Cody George inside the Museum to explore the visual wonders of botany highlighted by artists of the Hudson River School, followed by…
by - August 27, 2014 1:51 pm
Fly Casting Workshop
Fly Casting Workshop Scheduled at Hobbs State Park Those who wish to learn the basics of fly fishing will want to attend the Fly Casting workshop to be held at…