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Chris Bahn

Northwest Arkansas Editor

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Chris Bahn joined Arkansas Business Publishing Group in 2007 and became Northwest Editor for Arkansas Business in November 2012. Bahn’s coverage areas include sports business, trucking, the University of Arkansas and other industries in northwest Arkansas.

Bahn, a Jonesboro native and graduate of Arkansas State University with a degree in news editorial journalism, began his reporting career as a college freshman at the Jonesboro Sun in 1996. His stops have include stints at the Benton Courier, the Morning News of Northwest Arkansas, the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette and ArkansasSports360.com.

Bahn and his wife, Toni, live in Farmington.

Last 10 Articles & Blog Posts

UA, ASU Boards Approve Tuition Hikes

2 days ago –

The University of Arkansas System Board of Trustees approved a 3.5 percent increase in tuition and fees beginning with the fall 2013 semester. Arkansas State University's board approved a 3.3 percent increase. read more >

Arkansas Best CEO Says Agreement With Teamsters Will Help 'Restore Profitability'

5 days ago –

Arkansas Best Corp. has seen a 68 percent increase in its share price since reaching a tentative agreement with the Teamsters, President and CEO Judy R. McReynolds tells shareholders during the company's annual meeting. read more >

Twin Brothers Take on World of George's Inc.

6 days ago –

Named co-CEOs of poultry processor George's Inc. of Springdale in April, Carl and Charles George picked up knowledge in their early years that is invaluable today in their current roles. read more >

Bruce Oakley Revenue Tops $1 Billion in 2012

6 days ago –

There were several revenue improvements for state transport companies in 2012, though nobody matched the leap made by Bruce Oakley. Plus, the list has a new entry, giving the state at least four transport companies with more than $100 million in revenue for 2012. read more >

USA Truck Chairman Robert Peiser Hopes to Stay

6 days ago –

Robert A. Peiser, the USA Truck Inc. board chairman who submitted a conditional resignation Wednesday, told Arkansas Business on Thursday that he's “hopeful” he'll be retained by the publicly traded Van Buren trucking firm. read more >

NTI Making Room For More Techs

6 days ago –

Northwest Technical Institute in Springdale has more prospective students than spots in its diesel and truck technology program. A future expansion in lab space could help the school, located in an area known nationally for its diesel tech jobs. read more >

Razorback Football Coach Bret Bielema Draws Crowd at Arkansas Trucking Conference

6 days ago –

University of Arkansas football coach Bret Bielema was the keynote speaker at this year's Arkansas Trucking Association Business Conference and spent about an hour addressing attendees. read more >

Rep. Rick Crawford Secures Spot on Transportation Committee's Freight Panel

6 days ago –

Arkansas' 1st District Rep. Rick Crawford was recently appointed to a panel of the House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee that is focused on freight transportation. read more >

USA Truck Board Chairman Robert A. Peiser 'Hopeful' He'll Be Retained

1 week ago –

Robert A. Peiser, the USA Truck Inc. board chairman who submitted a conditional resignation Wednesday, tells Arkansas Business that he's "hopeful" he'll be retained by the publicly traded Van Buren trucking firm. read more >

Collective Bias Uses Social Media to Turn Consumers into Marketers

2 weeks ago –

Recently recognized by Forbes magazine “as one of America's Most Promising Companies,” Collective Bias of Bentonville is becoming a popular tool for brands looking for influence with shoppers. read more >