Tag: Transportation

The Right Direction (OPINION)

State leaders recently dedicated portions of $2 billion allotted to improve Arkansas roadways to several key projects in Northwest Arkansas.

State Kicks Off $2B Highway Program; I-540 Now I-49

A six-mile portion of the new Bella Vista Bypass will be the first of 31 statewide projects under the $1.8-billion highway improvement project known as the Connecting Arkansas Program.

Wayfinding Project Nears Completion

The wayfinding project championed by the Northwest Arkansas Council is about done, at least in the cities along U.S. 71B.

Air Force Enlists UA Affiliate APEI for $3.5M Project

The U.S. Air Force has contracted University of Arkansas affiliate company Arkansas Power Electronics International Inc. on a $3.5 million project to develop a power module for new fighter jets.

J.D. Byrider Dealership Opens in Rogers

The leading used car sales and financing franchise has opened its first Northwest Arkansas location at 2328 S. 8th St. in Rogers.

Economic Forecast 2014

Five industries weigh in on the year ahead, as the economy continues its slow recovery.

2013: Barber and Banks

Legal saga, merger activity lead Top 10 list for local business news in 2013.

Johnelle Hunt Recovering From Neck Surgery After Nov. 22 Fall

The entrepreneur and trucking magnate fell at her Rogers home on Nov. 22.

Admiral Moving Services Receives Million Dollar Club Award

The full-service agent for Mayflower Transit LLC was honored as a top revenue producer in 2012.

Big Leg of Regional Trail Out for Bid in Springdale

The portion of the Razorback Regional Greenway is scheduled to be finished by the end of 2014.

Diamond Holding Company Merging With Texas Firm

The combined companys revenues will be almost $1 billion.

J.B. Hunt Reports Rise in Profits, Yet Misses Estimates

The companys earnings report shows a 14 percent difference between net earnings in the third quarter of 2012 and the third quarter of 2013.

Car Dealer Emerges in Harrison

Clay Maxey now owns a Ford dealership.

SEC Filing: Americas Car-Mart COO Eddie Hight Announces Retirement

Move becomes effective November 30, ending 29 years with the company.

Crain Hyundai to Move Dealership From Springdale to Fayetteville

Central Arkansas auto dealer Larry Crain recently bought 12 acres just south of the Garland Road exit along Interstate 540 in Fayetteville.

Everett Adds Second Springdale Dealership

Central Arkansas car dealer now has three locations in Northwest Arkansas.

Fayetteville Tech Company Lands $2 million for Prius Upgrades

The award to APEI is part of a broader, $45 million public-private campaign to enhance sustainability in the auto industry.

Everett Completes Acquisition of Springdale Auto Dealer

Springdale Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram sold for $6 million.

Central Arkansas Company To Buy Steve Smith Country

Deal still needs approval from General Motors.

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.