by - November 4, 2015 10:26 am
Arkansas Poll Finds Little Shift in State Partisanship, Notable Shifts on Issues
Arkansas voters named the economy as the most important issue they face, while crime and taxes concerned just 4 percent of those polled.
Tag: Government & Politics
by - October 22, 2015 4:27 pm
Gov. Hutchinson Names New Executive Director of Arkansas Parks Department
Gov. Asa Hutchinson has appointed Kane Webb as the next executive director for the Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism.
by - October 21, 2015 9:52 am
Ohio State Provost Selected as Next Chancellor at UA
Joseph E. Steinmetz has been selected as the sixth chancellor of the University of Arkansas pending a formal vote by the Board of Trustees of the University of Arkansas System.
by - October 12, 2015 12:00 am
NWABJ Introduces Honorees For First-Ever C-Suite Awards
The 10 executives were selected based on their top-tier professional accomplishments, effective leadership and contributions to the community.
by - October 8, 2015 9:32 am
Arkansas WTC Builds Trade Partnership with Nigeria
The World Trade Center Arkansas and the Nigerian-American Chamber of Commerce signed a series of agreements.
by - October 2, 2015 4:14 pm
UA Economist Says NWA Holding its Own, Compared to Larger Metros
CBER director Kathy Deck also said the 450 layoffs at Wal-Mart Stores Inc. headquarters announced on Friday morning should not have a devastating effect on the local economy.
by - October 2, 2015 3:59 pm
UA Chancellor Finalists Announced
University of Arkansas System President Don Bobbitt, with input from the Chancellor Search Committee, has selected three finalists for the University of Arkansas chancellor post and scheduled times for them to visit the Fayetteville campus this month.
by - September 28, 2015 9:03 am
UAs Poultry Science Center to Mark 20th Anniversary
Officials from Tyson Foods Inc., Georges Inc. and Simmons Foods will be a part of the festivities Oct. 6 to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the Center of Excellence for Poultry Science at the Univ. of Arkansas in Fayetteville.
by - September 28, 2015 12:00 am
Heading Uptown: Improved Roads Anchor Fayettevilles Prospects
The 1-mile extension of West Van Asche Drive between Gregg and Garland avenues, makes way for development possibilities.
by - September 28, 2015 12:00 am
Repair Regs Mean Quick Cash For Some, a Hassle For Others
New tangible asset regulations can bring higher deductions, but also more paperwork.
by - September 28, 2015 12:00 am
Fayetteville Looks to Hire More Police, Firefighters
Compiled crime statistics and U.S. Census Bureau numbers indicate crime rate has outpaced population growth.
by - September 24, 2015 4:25 pm
Kens Auction Service Faces Loss of Conditional Use Permit
Multiple violations have forced a public hearing on the permit, but auction owner Ken Warner said the problems have already been addressed and that he is now in compliance.
by - September 11, 2015 3:32 pm
Startup Junkie Consulting Earns $1 Million ScaleUp Award
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is supporting existing businesses to scale up and grow, while strengthening and enhancing local entrepreneurial ecosystems.
by - September 1, 2015 8:06 am
Cree Awarded $4.1M Air Force Contract Extension
The products will be developed at Crees facilities in Fayetteville at the Arkansas Research & Technology Park. Cree, a global leader in silicon-carbide (SiC) power and radio frequency (RF) products, began operating in Arkansas in July with the acquisition of APEI, (Arkansas Power Electronics International Inc.).
by - August 31, 2015 12:00 am
Proposed Federal Overtime Rule Is Divorced from Reality (OPINION)
The Obama administrations recent proposal to expand overtime eligibility to some 5 million more Americans will curtail work hours and suppress job growth.
by - August 31, 2015 12:00 am
History Unfolding (OPINION)
The opening of a trade office for a Vietnamese company and establishment of a sister-state relationship between Arkansas and the Dong Nai province are historic events.
by - August 31, 2015 12:00 am
Picasolar CEO Attends First-Ever White House Demo Day
Douglas Hutchings was one of 50 entrepreneurs from 30 companies invited to the White House for the event.
by - August 26, 2015 2:22 pm
UA Law Professor Named Chief Justice of Arkansas Supreme Court
Howard Brill will serve out the remainder of the term of Jim Hannah, who is retiring Aug. 31, citing health issues. His term expires at the end of 2016.
by - August 11, 2015 11:40 am
U.S. Attorney Conner Eldridge Stepping Down
Conner Eldridge, the United States Attorney for the Western District of Arkansas, announced his resignation on Tuesday, according to a press release from the Justice Department.
by - August 3, 2015 12:00 am
Regional Water Nutrient Group Possible Under New State Law
When its formed and functioning as planned, the regional water compliance association could help improve the Illinois River Watershed.