by - August 28, 2014 3:54 pm
New Northwest Health System CEO Announced
The medical care system announced Thursday its appointment of veteran hospital executive Sharif Omar to the position of CEO.
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by - August 28, 2014 3:44 pm
Its Official: Tyson Foods, Hillshire Complete Merger
Tyson Foods announced its successful acquisition Thursday afternoon, along with details on a new leadership team that will not include Hillshire CEO Sean Connolly, who has chosen to pursue other interests.
by - August 27, 2014 2:25 pm
Tyson, Hillshire Reach Agreement With DOJ
Tyson Foods Inc. and Hillshire Brands Co. have agreed on a proposed settlement that should pave the way for Tysons takeover of Hillshire to proceed.
by - August 20, 2014 8:16 am
Walton Family Foundation Sets Grant-Making Plan Through 2020
The plan includes an anticipated investment of more than $302 million in Northwest Arkansas and the Delta region of Arkansas and Mississippi.
by - August 19, 2014 3:45 pm
Simpson Urges 2014 Forty Under 40 Class to Keep Striving
J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. executive Shelley Simpson shared her 11 secrets to success Tuesday at the 18th annual Forty Under 40 event at the Embassy Suites in Rogers.
by - August 18, 2014 2:50 pm
Sparks, Summit Clinics Not Affected By Community Health Systems Breach
Northwest Health System officials did confirm, however, in a news release that some of its data was involved in the cyber attack.
by - August 18, 2014 12:00 am
Communication: Triumph Over the Tricky (OPINION)
A few techniques can ensure effective communication.
by - August 18, 2014 12:00 am
Private Option Working for Arkansas Communities, Economy (OPINION)
The private option helped Arkansas reduce its rate of uninsured by 10.1 percent, while also giving the states hospitals a fighting chance to keep their doors open.
by - August 18, 2014 12:00 am
Call Em (OPINION)
Is the University of Arkansas move to trademark the Hog Call legitimately necessary to curtail unauthorized commercial use, or is it a ploy for headlines to keep attention on the Razorbacks during the summer?
by - August 18, 2014 12:00 am
California Investors Take Rogers Retail Center For $3.3M
The 17,850-SF retail center on Walnut Street, near a Walmart Supercenter, was built in 2003.
by - August 18, 2014 12:00 am
At 20-Year Mark, Simpson Still Trucking at J.B. Hunt
The chief marketing officer for the Lowell-based trucking company loves the variety of her job and the people she works with.
by - August 18, 2014 12:00 am
Introducing the 2014 Class Of Forty Under 40 Honorees
The 40 men and women we will introduce to you in this issue are being recognized on the basis of their leadership in companies and organizations across Northwest Arkansas.
by - August 18, 2014 12:00 am
James+James Close To Opening First Retail Store
The new store, located at 4217 S. Thompson St. in Springdale, will open Aug. 29.
by - August 18, 2014 12:00 am
McMillon Speaks at U.S.-Africa Business Forum in Washington, D.C.
The Wal-Mart Stores Inc. CEO told business and government leaders the company is investing in Sub-Saharan Africa for the long term.
by - August 18, 2014 12:00 am
Pharmacy Construction Underway In Springdale
CVS Pharmacy will open its location at the intersection of Thompson Street and Robinson Avenue sometime in mid-2015.
by - August 18, 2014 12:00 am
Missouri Operator Exercises Lease Agreement, Buys Gravette Hospital
The $3 million deal involves 120,000 SF of property, including the Ozarks Community Hospital of Gravette and an adjacent family practice clinic.
by - August 18, 2014 12:00 am
Auction of Former Childrens Shelter HQ Brings $288,750
New Heights Christian School will relocate to the 15,220-SF property on 6.11 acres at 7702 S.W. Regional Airport Blvd. in Bentonville.
by - August 18, 2014 12:00 am
Bentonville Exercise Studio To Open This Fall
FreeRide, which will feature barre and choreographed indoor cycling, is set to open at 3405 S.E. J St. in mid-October.
by - August 18, 2014 12:00 am
UAMS Team Granted $2.1M to Address Diabetes in Marshallese Population
The Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute is funding the study, conducted in partnership with the Arkansas Coalition of Marshallese.
by - August 18, 2014 12:00 am
IDK? Caf Opens in Bentonville Plaza
The breakfast/lunch spot serves classic-with-a-twist cuisine, with a farm-to-table focus.