Tag: NWABJ

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Communication: Triumph Over the Tricky (OPINION)

A few techniques can ensure effective communication.

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.

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?

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.

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.

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.

James+James Close To Opening First Retail Store

The new store, located at 4217 S. Thompson St. in Springdale, will open Aug. 29.

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.

Pharmacy Construction Underway In Springdale

CVS Pharmacy will open its location at the intersection of Thompson Street and Robinson Avenue sometime in mid-2015.

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.

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.

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.

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.

IDK? Caf Opens in Bentonville Plaza

The breakfast/lunch spot serves classic-with-a-twist cuisine, with a farm-to-table focus.

Tyson board chairman’s new contract includes $40 million cash incentive

Officials from Fort Smith and Poland sign Friendship Pact, mark arrival of F-35 jets

Grow for the Green Soybean Yield Challenge slated for its 16th year

Gov. Sanders: Student proficiency scores up since LEARNS