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Street No Longer CEO of Mercy Hospital Northwest Arkansas

Scott Street announced to hospital staff and physicians he has accepted a new role within the organization.

Brandon Barber Pleads Guilty to Three Counts

U.S. Attorney Conner Eldridge said the maximum prison time for Barbers charges is 45 years behind bars, to be determined at a separate sentencing hearing.

Cobb-Vantress Signs Joint Venture Agreement in China

The joint venture company will be 85 percent owned by Cobb, with an initial production target of five million parents a year.

BOK Financial Announces New Chief Executives

Tuesday’s announcement marks the first leadership change at BOK Financial in more than 20 years.

Community Health Systems to Buy Health Management Associates

$3.9 billion deal will include facilities in Fort Smith and Van Buren.

Report: Federal Trials for Brandon Barber Canceled

The former Northwest Arkansas will appear in federal court Wednesday to change his plea.

UA Balances Budget for Fiscal Year 2013

Chris Wyrick, who earlier this year inherited a department on track for a $4 million deficit, made the announcement Thursday.

Mitchell Communications Group Now Open in Chicago, New York

The expansion comes six months after the company was acquired by Dentsu Network Inc., a Japanese company that touts itself as the No. 1 agency brand in the world.

Complaint Against Lindsey Management Shifts to Federal Court

The suit, originally filed in Saline County Circuit Court in November by disgruntled former tenants, alleges that Lindsey rented out roach-infested and filthy apartments at the Fountain Lakes complex in Benton.

Hotels See 10.6 Percent Revenue Rise in 2012

Five hotels in Northwest Arkansas eclipsed the $3 million mark in room revenue last year.

Groundbreaking Planned for $12 Million Hilton Garden Inn

The 90,000-SF property, developed by KHG Inc. of Springdale, will be the first new hotel under construction in Fayetteville in about five years.

Despite Perception, Bentonville Hotel Trade Not All Business

Data tracked by one hotelier suggests an upward shift of leisure travelers.

Guesthouse International Hoping to Reclaim Magic of Old Clarion

Hotel on Shiloh Drive in Fayetteville is well positioned for a revival.

Giving Voice to Your Brand (Opinion)

The role your brands message plays in your companys success cannot be underestimated.

AERT Employee Dies Following Wednesday Fire

The employee passed away at a Springfield, Mo., burn unit on Wednesday afternoon.

Tyson Foods Announces Revamped Corporate Website

The company will continue to maintain Tyson.com, which is a consumer site that includes information about products, recipes and promotions.

J.B. Hunt Reports Earnings for Second Quarter

Company reported net earnings of $87.7 million, compared to $80.5 million in second quarter 2012.

Crain Automotive to Purchase Steve Smith Country

The acquisition would mark the third purchase in the local market this year for the central Arkansas auto dealer.

First Security Bank to Buy First Federal Branch in Farmington

The deal, announced Friday, should be complete by September.

Cancer Treatment Facilities Announce Partnership

Ivy Women’s Cancer Care has moved from its former Springdale location to the state-of-the-art Highlands Oncology Group facility in Rogers.