by - February 27, 2013 12:41 pm
When Maryl Koeth was planning for 2012, she estimated a mere 1% increase in Van Buren hospitality tax collections. She missed the estimate by several points, and she’s happy about…
by - February 27, 2013 12:16 pm
The public will get a chance to experience jazz and culture at an upcoming public performance of the Northside High School jazz band. The March 12 Band Camp or Bust…
by - February 27, 2013 11:28 am
A popular Bentonville-based bistro is expected to open in its third location this week, furthering a story of entrepreneurship and community growth. Table Mesa Bistro first opened in on The…
by - February 27, 2013 7:41 am
Gov. Mike Beebe (D) told state lawmakers that federal health officials have green-lighted Arkansas’ request for flexibility with its Medicaid program and health insurance exchanges – a move that could…
by - February 26, 2013 9:51 pm
Builders started 90 new homes in January in the region’s four largest cities – Fayetteville Springdale, Rogers and Bentonville. The new residential permit values totaled $20.738 million, up 16.5% from…
by - February 26, 2013 8:29 pm
Arkansas Senate President Michael Lamoureux, R-Russellville, and House Speaker Davy Carter, R-Cabot, released a memo today (Feb. 26) disclosing that they have hired two economist groups to review the $1.1…
by - February 26, 2013 7:16 pm
• The Senate Report: Week 6 review Red carpet. Celebrities. Lots of hoopla. That may be fine for the Oscars, but it is not a typical day in the life of a…
by - February 26, 2013 7:11 pm
The Fort Smith Airport Commission awarded an engineering contract to Morrison Shipley Engineers on Tuesday night as the commission plans the rehabilitation of Runway 1/19. According to a memorandum to…
by - February 26, 2013 6:42 pm
A year end summary report from Fort Smith Finance Director Kara Bushkuhl shows that city officials are concerned about 2013 revenue and have asked department heads to look for ways…
by - February 26, 2013 3:42 pm
Friday is the deadline for Congress and President Barack Obama to come to a compromise on averting automatic budget cuts, also called sequestration, enacted through the Budget Control Act of…
by - February 26, 2013 3:35 pm
Tyson Foods Inc. said Tuesday (Feb. 26) that its second fiscal quarter has been more challenging than anticipated thanks to shrinking profit margins. The meat giant joins the likes of…
by - February 26, 2013 3:14 pm
Gov. Mike Beebe issued his first veto of the 89th General Assembly – a bill that would restrict abortions after 20 weeks. Beebe said HB 1037 by Rep. Andy Mayberry,…
by - February 26, 2013 2:56 pm
Van Buren officials are preparing to make upgrades to seriously old infrastructure during the next few years. According to Steve Defresne, director of municipal utilities, the city of Van Buren…
by - February 26, 2013 2:28 pm
Joe Edwards and John Taylor are two of the most optimistic and positive people you could meet, but their assessment of economic conditions are anything but optimistic and positive. Edwards,…
by - February 26, 2013 1:30 pm
Arvest Bank has promoted Robyn Breshears to regional private banking manager serving Benton County and Springdale. Breshears has been with Arvest Bank since 2001, and prior to her promotion she…
by - February 26, 2013 1:29 pm
House Speaker Davy Carter, R-Cabot, sprinted through three House committees this morning telling members that it was the “start of the third quarter.” He urged House members of the Judiciary,…
by - February 26, 2013 12:59 pm
• Nestle to expand health category On Tuesday, Nestle said it intends to acquire Pamlab, a U.S.-based medical food products firm specializing in treatments for mild cognitive impairment, depression and…
by - February 26, 2013 11:50 am
Consumers around the country can soon get free automated health screenings at their local Wal-Mart Stores and Sam’ Club locations. The SoloHealth kiosk can check blood pressure, weight, eyesight and…
by - February 26, 2013 11:19 am
Each quarter, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency updates its Green Power rankings for U.S. businesses and communities making investments in clean, renewable energy. Wal-Mart Stores Inc. tops the recent list…
by - February 26, 2013 10:34 am
The Ozark Natural Science Center in Huntsville will suspend its residential environmental education program and its summer camp program in May because of financial concerns. Interim executive director Jenny Harmon…
