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Robin and Gary George to fund chapel with $1 million gift to Arkansas Children’s Northwest

Robin and Gary George of Springdale have made an additional gift of $1 million to the construction of Arkansas Children’s Northwest. The George Family donated the land for the new…

Ward 4 Fort Smith Director candidate Dawson targets need for more economic growth

Robyn Dawson is one of two challengers vying for incumbent George Catsavis’ Ward 4 Fort Smith Director position. Dawson has lived in Fort Smith for 37 years and considers it…

FinTech program connects startup company leaders with Arkansas business and political leaders

Editor’s note: This is the third of four stories about the VC FinTech Accelerator program at the Little Rock-based Venture Center. Link here for the first story in the series…

$300 million settlement proposed in action brought by Arkansas Teacher Retirement System

A New York City securities and class action law firm has proposed a $300 million settlement with Wall Street financial service giant State Street Corp. on behalf of the Arkansas…

Mom Blog Gold: NWA Motherlode Founders Draw Thousands to Website

Former journalists Gwen Rockwood and Shannon Magsam saw potential for a local mom hub in 2008, and they acted on it.

Soderquist Remembered as a People Person

Former Walmart executives and the CEO of Soderquist Leadership share memories of the influential business leader.

Public Radio Tunes Into All-Day News Programs

On July 4, KUAF 91.3-FM changed to an all-day news, all-night classical music format.

When Opportunity Knocks, Answer the Door

In retail, as in life, seizing opportunity is critically important.

Drop Ship Selling Is a Recipe for Success (OPINION)

Walmart is asking the supplier community to help transform its online item selection.

Retail Report: Pokmon Go and How Millennials Define Foodie

National headlines from the retail world.

Retail Details: Health Food in America

Trivia on hot topics in the retail world.

Four Pillars Are Simple to Understand, Hard to Implement (OPINION)

Creating systems leading to excellence in referrals and leadership will add rocket fuel to your profitability.

Shape the Conversation (OPINION)

How does a company or community of any size shape the conversation of its stakeholders in a positive direction?

One of a Kind (EDITORS NOTE)

There was a buzz that accompanied former Walmart executive Don Soderquist when he walked into a room.

Walmart Land Purchases Add Up to $3.75 Million (REAL DEALS)

The retail giant recently added to its Bentonville real estate holdings with two purchases.

Former Newspaper Publisher Excited to Return to NWA

Tom Stallbaumer will be responsible for business development and client relations at the Rogers office of inVeritas.

Don Soderquist: Lifelong Cubs Fan

The recently deceased business leader faithfully suffered through many losing seasons with his hometown team.

Property Rezone Decision Postponed in Highfill

The Planning Commission wants to take a closer look at a 1,500-acre property just west of XNA before deciding whether to rezone to industrial.

Forty Under 40 Member Named Trustee for U.S. Bankruptcy Court

Bianca Rucker has been appointed bankruptcy trustee for the Western District of Arkansas.

Fired Tyson Foods Manager Claims Discrimination in Suit

Phillip Henry worked for Tyson Foods for eight years, and he claims his dismissal was part of a plan to eliminate African-Americans from management.

Executive Summary: Slowing down, listening a part of Gehrig’s leadership

Then and Now: Brandenburg manages through global uncertainty

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