by - August 21, 2023 11:11 am
Corn crop quality lower nationwide; Arkansas crop outperforming
At 94 million projected acres, the U.S. corn crop is on pace to be the third largest since 1944, but the quality of the crop could be a different matter….
Regions
by - August 21, 2023 9:26 am
Car condos coming to Northwest Arkansas
Developers are beginning to move dirt in Rogers for Marque Collection Suites, the region’s first luxury automotive-focused condominium development. Businessman and entrepreneur Nick Dozier of Rogers is developing the approximately…
by - August 20, 2023 8:48 am
JBU graduate classes relocate from Rogers to NWACC campus in Springdale
John Brown University in Siloam Springs has stopped offering classes in Rogers for graduate students. The last class was on Aug. 17. A JBU spokeswoman said the college is partnering…
by - August 20, 2023 8:47 am
Newell Development putting $100M behind three new residential projects in Bentonville
Bentonville real estate developer Jake Newell has three new multifamily projects in the works, all in Bentonville, that will add 500 residential units to the market over the next two…
by - August 20, 2023 8:39 am
$7M grant keeps Crystal Bridges admission free through 2028
A $7 million grant from the Walmart Foundation, the charitable arm of Walmart Inc., will ensure free general admission for Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art visitors through at least…
by - August 19, 2023 9:24 am
Minnesota architecture firm enters Arkansas market through acquisition
Minnesota architecture, engineering, environmental and planning firm ISG has opened its first Arkansas office. The company recently acquired Rogers commercial design firm Unit Architecture, led by owner and principal Ryan…
by - August 17, 2023 7:03 pm
FCRA Trustees reject golf course conveyance plan from the City of Fort Smith
The Fort Chaffee Redevelopment Authority (FCRA) Board of Trustees on Thursday (Aug. 17) rejected a an agreement with the City of Fort Smith that would protect the future of golf…
by - August 17, 2023 6:51 pm
Burkett hired to lead Woodruff Co. economic development
The Woodruff County Quorum Court along with County Judge Michael John Gray and the Woodruff County Economic Development Commission announced the appointment of Regina Rushing Burkett as its inaugural Executive…
by - August 17, 2023 6:47 pm
Gunnels joins Carty & Co. in Little Rock
Brian Gunnels has joined Carty & Company’s Little Rock office as a Senior Vice President. Gunnels will focus on institutional sales and municipal trading while also trading USDA and SBA…
by - August 17, 2023 4:29 pm
Levitt AMP Fort Smith music lineup for September announced
The 2023 Levitt AMP Fort Smith music series will return in September with a fall lineup of artists performing live concerts at the Riverfront Park Amphitheatre. 64.6 Downtown announced the…
by - August 17, 2023 3:24 pm
Reports: Tyson Foods considers selling China operations
Less than two weeks after committing to expanding its international presence after two big consecutive quarterly losses, Tyson Foods is reportedly exploring the sale of its business in China. Reuters…
by - August 17, 2023 1:19 pm
Arvest Bank establishes centers of excellence to focus on specific industries
Fayetteville-chartered Arvest Bank has established new initiatives dubbed “centers of excellence” focused exclusively on the healthcare and food value chain industries. Geordie Sanborn, with over 15 years of healthcare sales…
by - August 17, 2023 11:27 am
PR powerhouse Dentsu planning office move from Fayetteville to Bentonville
Fayetteville public relations firm Dentsu Creative (formerly Mitchell) is planning to relocate its Northwest Arkansas office from North College Avenue in Fayetteville to downtown Bentonville. CEO Sarah Clark said the…
by - August 17, 2023 10:57 am
Walmart surprises with 53.3% net income gain, revenue up almost 6%
Food and advertising sales helped propel fiscal second-quarter revenue up 5.7% at Walmart and also contributed to better-than-expected net income gains of 53.3% before one-time charges. The Bentonville retailer reported…
by - August 17, 2023 7:38 am
Arnold family establishes scholarship fund for aspiring doctors
Ritter Arnold, along with his brother Paul Arnold and sister Melissa Wenn, have established a new scholarship to assist students at New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine…
by - August 16, 2023 9:39 pm
Governor makes appointments to State Plant Board
Gov. Sarah Sanders announced the following appointments to the State Plant Board: Kyle Baltz, of Pocahontas, to the State Plant Board. Term expires on August 15, 2028. Robert Thorne, of…
by - August 16, 2023 5:18 pm
Walmart announces key management shifts with McKenna retirement
Judith McKenna, CEO of Walmart International, plans to depart the retailer at year-end, with Sam’s Club CEO Kath McLay to be the International CEO effective Sept. 11. Walmart U.S. COO…
by - August 16, 2023 4:59 pm
Fort Smith airport traffic declines through July; runway work to be complete in September
Fort Smith Regional Airport enplanements totaled 34,456 between January and July, down 2.7% compared with the same period in 2022. Reduced flight frequency by American Airlines is one reason for…
by - August 16, 2023 2:16 pm
Walmart’s 10th annual ‘Open Call’ event slated for October
Registration for the 10th annual Open Call by Walmart is open for the virtual and in-person event slated for Oct. 24-25 in coordination with U.S. manufacturing month. Walmart took Open…
by - August 16, 2023 12:41 pm
Cooks Venture in Decatur names John Niemann new CEO
Benton County food company Cooks Venture, a vertically integrated poultry business, announced Wednesday (Aug. 16) the appointment of former Cargill executive John Niemann as its new CEO. “I am excited…