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Bella Vista’s city Planning and Development offices are closing their doors on Aug. 24 as staff prepare to pack up and move into the newly completed portion of the bustling…
David Patty, the president of the Northwest Technical Institute (NWTI) in Springdale, says Arkansas’ Workforce Scholarship program has given a significant boost to the school’s mission of training skilled tradespeople.…
Pea Ridge city officials approved plans to move forward with the Village at City Park, a 10-acre mixed-use development east of Pea Ridge City Park, despite significant opposition from residents.…
Tyson Foods has launched its new Hillshire Reserve™ brand, positioning it as a more versatile and elevated option in the lunchmeat category. The brand aims to attract consumers seeking premium,…
The Northwest Arkansas Council and Apprenticely announced a hiring event on July 16 at the University of Arkansas Collaborative in Bentonville designed to connect local job seekers with the region’s…
Washington Regional Medical Center in Fayetteville has named Dr. Rowland “Todd” Stewart as its first chief medical informatics officer, a new role paired with his appointment as vice president. Stewart’s…
Five Mercy hospitals in Arkansas and Missouri earned spots on U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 Best Regional Hospitals list, the health system announced Thursday. The honor recognizes hospitals that…
Fayetteville Mayor Molly Rawn has appointed Jennifer Walker as the city’s new chief of staff and Keith Macedo as chief information officer, signaling a leadership refresh aimed at supporting the…
The Citizens Bank, headquartered in Batesville, announced plans to open a new banking center at 1350 E. Joyce Boulevard in Fayetteville. The expansion marks the bank’s first physical presence in…
iFoodDS, a Seattle-based company that powers food safety systems for Walmart, announced Wednesday it is accelerating its investment in its flagship traceability platform, Trace Exchange. Trace Exchange is the digital…