by - November 1, 2010 12:00 am
Nuclear Energy: A Sound Investment
Nuclear energy is the way to go, both in Arkansas and across the country.
Tag: Guest Commentary
by - November 1, 2010 12:00 am
Nip It (Editorial)
Leaders at the Arkansas Game & Fish Commission broke the public trust with their embarrassing, arrogant attempt to rewrite state law in ways that best benefited them.
by - November 1, 2010 12:00 am
Consumer Wealth Impacted By Negative Home Equity (Opinion)
We are continually reminded that the consumer represents near two-thirds of all economic activity. If the consumer feels good about their own situation with respect to wealth, and the overall direction the economy is heading, then spending is likely to in
by - November 1, 2010 12:00 am
Winning at the Tax Game Takes Forward Thinking (Opinion)
In the last two years, those making more than $250,000 per year understand who the government considers wealthy. No one I know that makes over $250,000 feels they are wealthy. The government is clearly targeting this group.
by - October 18, 2010 12:00 am
This D+ is an F (Jim Karrh Commentary)
Drake University might be a great school, but someone there should have thought twice before unveiling a new D+ campaign slogan.
by - October 18, 2010 12:00 am
‘Official Business Only’
Although it took a months-long barrage of newspaper reports and a couple of lawsuits for Gov. Mike Beebe to formulate a new order designed to prevent the misuse of state-owned vehicles, we applaud it.
by - October 18, 2010 12:00 am
DOE Shedding New Light on Old Fluorescent Tubes
LED T8s would have to at least double their efficiencies to match today’s fluorescent tube in both luminosity and energy savings. How did the herd become so enamored with LED’s promises?
by - October 4, 2010 12:00 am
Compare and Contrast
Editor Gwen Moritz is struck by the contrast between the late Charles Murphy Jr.’s philosophy on business and that of Steve Clary, the Little Rock businessman who was in bankruptcy court last week and is scheduled for criminal court next May.
by - October 4, 2010 12:00 am
Retail Sector Improves In 2010’s Second Quarter
Streetsmart NWA researches both Class “A” and Class “B” non-owner occupied retail space in Benton and Washington counties. In the second quarter of 2010, the total 6.25 million SF was researched for both classes of space.
by - October 4, 2010 12:00 am
Jeffrey Wood, Business Journal Publisher, Rides Into Sunset
Jeffrey Wood, publisher of the Northwest Arkansas Business Journal, writes his farewell column, biding adieu while announcing his new position as COO with Revolution Technologies LLC of Rogers.
by - October 4, 2010 12:00 am
Not Surprisingly, Americans Disagree Over Definition of Rich
Defining “rich” depends on where you live and, possibly, on what newspaper you read.
by - September 20, 2010 12:00 am
Mobile Office Available Now Thanks to Cloud (Commentary)
My goals are very simple. If I have Internet connectivity, I’ll have my complete office. Actually, other than the phone system, I’ve been operating this way for years now.
by - September 20, 2010 12:00 am
Getting Teams Right
Teams do not improve with team-building. They improve by learning to do the work of the team more effectively.
by - September 20, 2010 12:00 am
The Tax Cut Debate
With the recession lingering, more tax cuts are inevitable. The question is whether everyone needs them.
by - September 6, 2010 12:00 am
Northwest Arkansas Council Seeks Leaders
There?s plenty of room for additional influencers and decision makers who are passionate about growing area jobs and opportunities.
by - September 6, 2010 12:00 am
Highway Development a Must in Arkansas
New taxes are never popular. However, a strong road network is essential to a strong economy, particularly in Arkansas.
by - September 6, 2010 12:00 am
New Home Construction Gives Off Mixed Signals (Opinion)
Research by Streetsmart NWA supports that residential (single-family and duplex) building permits issued in the second quarter of 2010 in Washington County totaled 141.
by - August 23, 2010 12:00 am
Oh, the Details … (Jeff Hankins Publisher’s Note)
It’s going to take time for the business community to make sense of Washington’s health care makeover.
by - August 23, 2010 12:00 am
Gator-Gate Roils Razorback Nation
Did Renee Gork’s hat embarrass the Natural State ? or was the reaction by fans plenty worse?
by - August 23, 2010 12:00 am
All Ages Need Focus to Bridge Technology Gap (Commentary)
Four generations – the “Silent,” “Baby Boomers,” along with both “Gen X” and “Gen Y” all exist in the same work-a-day world. To say the least, these generations have been informed by different experiences.