by - September 29, 2012 5:57 pm
Arkansas stereotypes, murder case explored in new book
The year is 1929 in Stone County, Ark. A gruesome murder case that began in the spring drags on. Local and national media are drawn to the mystery that is…
Tag: Fort Smith area home sales
by - September 28, 2012 7:31 pm
Mortgage performance improves
The overall quality of first-lien mortgages serviced by large national and federal savings banks improved from the same period a year ago but showed seasonal decline from the prior quarter,…
by - September 28, 2012 6:47 pm
Restaurants report stronger August sales
Restaurants across the country reported better same-store sales and strong customer traffic in August, which pushed the National Restaurant Association Performance Index slightly higher than in July. The association says…
by - September 28, 2012 6:12 pm
U.S. consumer spending stalls as fuel prices jump
Consumer spending stalled in August after the surge in gasoline prices squeezed Americans’ paychecks, showing the biggest part of the economy is struggling to contribute to the economic recovery. Purchases…
by - September 28, 2012 6:04 pm
Crystal Bridges hosts ‘Gather Around the Radio’
The iconic NBC xylophone tones sounded, the “On the Air” light switched on and two hundred guests wrapped up their murmuring conversations, and turned to the front stage to do…
by - September 28, 2012 4:45 pm
Most Arkansas-based stock prices up in 2012
Share prices improved during the first nine months of 2012 for nine of the 15 publicly-held companies based in Arkansas, with the two retailers who serve different ends of the…
by - September 28, 2012 3:14 pm
First National Bank partners with UAFS ‘Ambassador’ program
Fort Smith-based First National Bank of Fort Smith is continuing its unique partnership with the University of Arkansas at Fort Smith with the and Collegiate Ambassador Board. The 10 members…
by - September 28, 2012 2:35 pm
Jon Allen: Coffee connoisseur (updated)
SPRINGDALE — For Jon Allen, a morning cup of coffee is much more than a ritual, it is a way of life. He doesn't just drink the stuff. Allen studies…
by - September 28, 2012 7:33 am
Tusk to Tail: The College Station trip
I can only think of a couple of things that should start at 11 a.m. on a Saturday and they both involve eating and don’t involve the kick off of…
by - September 28, 2012 12:26 am
ORT introduces new executive director
SPRINGDALE — Ozark Regional Transit introduced a new executive director Thursday (Sept. 27). Joel Gardner is excited about his new job, which will give his family the chance to live…
by - September 27, 2012 11:48 pm
NWACC selects interim for CFO job
BENTONVILLE – Debi Buckley, a former vice president for finance and administration at NorthWest Arkansas Community College, has been chosen by NWACC President Becky Paneitz to fill the role of…
by - September 27, 2012 10:49 pm
NWA Economic report highlights need for improvement
SPRINGDALE — Employment growth in Northwest Arkansas is back to pre-recession levels but the region continues to lag behind comparable communities in education attainment, according to the 2012 State of…
by - September 27, 2012 9:41 pm
Grocers big and small tackle business challenges
People have to eat and that should be constant demand for grocery stores – large and small. But the challenges have never been greater according to grocery experts. Grocery stores…
by - September 27, 2012 9:35 pm
Grape, wine study estimates $173 million economic impact
A study commissioned by Arkansas Tech University-Ozark Campus shows the Arkansas grape and wine industry “greatly” contributes to the economic strength of the state, generating millions of dollars in jobs,…
by - September 27, 2012 6:18 pm
Plunge in goods orders may restrain U.S. expansion
Demand for U.S. durable goods other than transportation equipment unexpectedly dropped in August for a third consecutive month, signaling that slowdowns in business investment and exports will restrain the economic…
by - September 27, 2012 5:55 pm
SEC Football Week 5: Hogs’ losing skid must end now
I was told in the offseason by someone with a reputable relationship to the Arkansas football program that all it would take is a loss for the Razorbacks to fall…
by - September 27, 2012 5:27 pm
System pressures and opportunities
American higher education is at a crossroads. Federal and state funding cuts, rising student loan debt, an increased demand for graduates and competition from for-profit online institutions are challenging the…
by - September 27, 2012 4:56 pm
Considering art, advertising and kitsch
FAYETTEVILLE — As Thomas Hapgood, associate professor in visual design, stated "this is a rare and valuable opportunity to view an exceptionally curated exhibition presenting a comprehensive body of design…
by - September 27, 2012 3:58 pm
Arkansas sees three-month decline in home sales
August home sales in Arkansas’ largest metro areas were down more than 8%, and marked three consecutive months of declining home sales in key urban areas of the state. Northwest…
by - September 27, 2012 3:12 pm
Wal-Mart dubbed an ‘Inspiring Company’
Wal-Mart Stores Inc. ranked No. 2 behind Apple among a list of "25 Most Inspiring Companies" — selected from a consumer survey overseen by Atlanta-based Performance Inspired Inc. and published…