by - February 18, 2016 6:03 am
Arkansas Attorney General Leslie Rutledge (R) unveiled “Laura’s Card,” a new initiative to assist and empower victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. Laura’s Card was created through legislation passed…
by - February 17, 2016 10:02 pm
Lockheed Martin on Wednesday (Feb. 17) said it has withdrawn its protest of the $30 billion Joint Light Tactical Vehicle award, ending the defense giant’s six-month long legal battle to…
by - February 17, 2016 9:16 pm
After a year of consultants’ reports, expert testimony and long meetings, the Health Reform Legislative Task Force will vote on recommendations for legislation at its next meeting in preparation for…
by - February 17, 2016 8:31 pm
The smartphone data access issue between Apple and the FBI comes with many layers of nuance and complexity and certainly requires adult contemplation that continues to elude the knee-jerk positions…
by - February 17, 2016 8:28 pm
Arkansas’ Medicaid program spent $148 million on one group psychotherapy billing code from 2013-15, far more than other states, thanks to policies that don’t limit the amount of patient visits…
by - February 17, 2016 8:00 pm
Editor’s note: Notes from the Campaign Trail is a compilation of various political insider tidbits and is sponsored by Little Rock-based Capitol Advisors Group. –––––––––––– MEDICAL MARIJUANA GETS AG APPROVAL FOR…
by - February 17, 2016 5:53 pm
The newest branch of First National Bank NWA will be built in downtown Bentonville’s Arts District. Regional bank president Rob Husong told Talk Business & Politics that bank officials have…
by - February 17, 2016 5:32 pm
A property maintenance code may deal with everything from wooden chimneys to junk cars but can prevent nuisance problems from happening, a pair of regional property maintenance code experts said…
by - February 17, 2016 5:24 pm
Homebuilders and commercial construction crews kept busy in 2015 with one of the most active building paces in the region’s history. The cities of Bentonville, Fayetteville, Rogers and Springdale issued…
by - February 17, 2016 5:09 pm
While it was a mixed year for Fort Smith area home builders, companies in the industry are gathering this weekend for the 2016 Home Show to not only promote the…
by - February 17, 2016 4:32 pm
A University of Arkansas entrepreneurship team won the grand prize at one of the premier graduate student business plan competitions in the country.
by - February 17, 2016 3:39 pm
Professional development and mentorship programs are picking up steam on the University of Arkansas at Fort Smith Campus, and grant writing will be a much larger focus for UAFS in…
by - February 17, 2016 1:45 pm
Gov. Asa Hutchinson (R) said Wednesday that a health care special session could occur “within 10 days” before the scheduled April 13 fiscal session, with his legislative package ready about…
by - February 17, 2016 1:23 pm
The youth advisory council of the Future School of Fort Smith is inviting 9th grade students and their families to the group’s ever “Diversity BBQ,” which is set for 4…
by - February 17, 2016 1:23 pm
The youth advisory council of the Future School of Fort Smith is inviting 9th grade students and their families to the group’s ever “Diversity BBQ,” which is set for 4…
by - February 17, 2016 12:24 pm
The delayed and much-anticipated opening of Whole Foods is two short weeks away with special features, including a 16-tap bar where shoppers can enjoy a after work happy hour between…
by - February 17, 2016 11:52 am
Poinsett County Assessor Johnny Rye of Trumann and former State Rep. Wes Wagner of Manila are running in the March 1 primary for the Arkansas House District 54 seat, with…
by - February 17, 2016 6:37 am
Editor’s note: Each Wednesday, Talk Business & Politics provides “Health Beat,” a round-up of health-related topics. ––––––––––––––– NEXT PHASE OF ACA TO BRING MORE CHANGES, CHALLENGES TO EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PLANS…
by - February 17, 2016 5:49 am
The Fort Smith Board of Directors voted to drop Travelers Insurance for municipal property and vehicle coverage on $300 million of assets Tuesday night (Feb. 16), opting instead to enter…
by - February 16, 2016 8:13 pm
Jonesboro City Finance Director Suzanne Allen said Tuesday it took a lot of work to make city salaries more comparable to other cities and private industry. City parks employee Larry…
