Regions

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.

Embezzlement Prevalent In Area Businesses

According to police reports, there have been 12 embezzlements reported since January 2005 totaling $452,986 in Benton and Washington counties.

State Must Remain Ready to Adjust to Change (Jeff Collins Market Forecast)

A comprehensive economic development strategy must be developed for the state that incorporates educational institutions and asks if the current configuration of educational institutions in the state is optimal to achieve economic development goals.

Nail To Replace Eells In Broadcast Booth

Mike Nail is named the replacement for the late Paul Eells.

Gray Matters Stops Publishing Family

Gray Matters LLC ceased publishing Family magazine after the Aug. 1 issue.

LR Fed official praises Warsh start amid economic uncertainty

Beechwood Hospitality starts operating Fayetteville hotel

Crystal Bridges names 3 to executive leadership jobs

Lawrence Healthcare hires Anthony Knighton as president