Regions

Fire Sale Web Site Expanding

We hear response to Jerry Dou’s Web site, nwafiresale.com, was so spectacular that Realtors in central Arkansas have hired Revolution Technologies of Rogers to develop a statewide version.

Speaking of well-traveled Web sites, Arvest Bank customers who choose to bank online instead of stopping by one of the 50 offices in Benton and Washington counties probably noticed a significant change at Arvest.com.

Wine Bar Offers Upscale Tastes

The Metro District building in Fayetteville is filling up, in both commercial space and residential.

More Kum & Go Stores Coming

Kum & Go recently closed the deal on a 1.5-acre spot on the northwest corner of Moberly Lane and 28th Street in Bentonville.

More Space Coming to Metro Market

The owners of Metro Market in Bentonville are adding more space to their 40,000-SF retail center.

Free Trade Equals Opportunity (Commentary)

Last year, Arkansas sold nearly $5 billion in exports to world markets, an increase of 74 percent since 2002. That’s good news for Arkansas companies whose sales to some 160 foreign destinations support high-wage jobs across the state and aid the growth o

The Oil Problem (Editorial)

In a supposed effort to bring down high gasoline prices, President Bush lifted a White House ban on offshore drilling.

Stimulus Over, Retail Seeks Back-to-School Boost

The last of the economic stimulus checks were mailed out on July 11, and there is no doubt the infusion of more than $110 billion into the economy boosted retail sales.

Area Hotel Market Depends on Weekly Business Traveler (Commentary)

The pace of new hotel construction should, and is likely to slow. We certainly don’t need an oversupply issue in this sector of the commercial real estate market in Northwest Arkansas.

Networking on the Internet: LinkedIn.com at its Very Best

Getting the best from LinkedIn, like many online systems, requires patience and a certain “arched eyebrow” quality when reading some of the bios.

Cosmo Duo Upbeat Despite Delays

Developers John Nock and Richard Alexander remain positive despite difficulties with two high-profile Fayetteville hotel projects.

Business Dollars Spur Hotel Boom

New hotels have added 807 rooms to the crowded Northwest Arkansas hotel market.

Newer Hotels Garnered Most Revenue Per Room

Combined revenue at the major hotels in Benton and Washington counties for 2007 was up 6.8 compared to 2006.

6th Annual (Ultimate Golf Ball Drop)

6th Annual Ultimate Golf Ball Drop And 9th Annual Skills Competition The annual Ultimate Golf Ball Drop and Skills Competition is one the largest fundraisers for The First Tee…

Boyz of The Tee

3rd Annual Boyz of the Tee Tournament Saturday July 26th Come & Support our future PGA golfers in a Gentleman/Junior Boy scramble. Saturday July 26th 8:00 check-in (6-8) 8:30 Shotgun…

Altus Grape Festival

The Altus Grape Festival, on the last weekend of July, celebrates the beginning of the grape harvest in the Altus Viticultural Area. The grape growing region around Altus was recognized…

The Celebrity Classic

Join the Celebrity Classic in our 14th year — and be a part of our history when we reach $2,000,000 in total donations to our local charities! You can be…

Curbside Recycling Reaches More in Northwest Arkansas

Curbside recycling is now available to residents of Northwest Arkansas’ big four cities, but methods and participation rates still vary.

Hanesbrands ‘LEEDs’ Way For Interior Certifications

Hanesbrands Inc. was the first office in Northwest Arkansas to receive a “commercial interiors” LEED certification for its space in the nine-story Bentonville Plaza.

New Mercy Digs Top Sustainable Search

An independent panel of green ribbon judges determined that Mercy Health Systems of Rogers is the “Greenest Office” in Northwest Arkansas.

University of Arkansas to receive $5 million from state for food science center

Tyson board chairman’s new contract includes $40 million cash incentive

Officials from Fort Smith and Poland sign Friendship Pact, mark arrival of F-35 jets

Grow for the Green Soybean Yield Challenge slated for its 16th year