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Tourism & Hospitality

Leadership, Legacy, and a Little Football at Northwest Arkansas Council Annual Meeting

University of Arkansas Chancellor Charles Robinson took a moment at the meeting to address a Razorback coach rumor.

Shutdown Leaves a Mark On An Already-Struggling Economy, From Lost Paychecks to Canceled Flights

Most of the lost economic activity will be recovered when the government reopens, as federal workers will receive back pay. But some canceled flights won’t be retaken, missed restaurant meals won’t be made up, and some postponed purchases will end up not happening at all.

Retail Vacancies Rise in Central Arkansas, but Rate Cut Expected to Increase Activity

Overall, the market continues to show resilience and, despite economic challenges, has adapted and continued to grow. 

Buc-ee’s Plans Location in West Memphis

The West Memphis location is the second Buc-ee’s is developing in Arkansas.

Construction / Education / Health Care

Walton School of Medicine Gets Preliminary Accreditation, Begins Accepting Applications

The school said it will waive tuition for its first five cohorts of students. Classes are on track to begin in July. read more >
Banking & Finance / Business Services / Education

Highlights from the 2024 Northwest Arkansas Tech Summit

The 2024 Northwest Arkansas Tech Summit was held Monday and Tuesday in Rogers, showcasing the innovation ecosystem of the region. The two-day event highlighted the region’s technological leadership and the […] read more >
Ryan Callison
Media & Marketing

LRCVB Hires Waymack Veteran Ryan Callison to Lead Marketing and Communications

The Little Rock Convention & Visitors Bureau has hired Ryan Callison as its vice president of marketing and communications. Callison has spent 17 years at travel-focused agencies in Arizona, Texas […] read more >
Media & Marketing / Nonprofits / Tourism

Crystal Bridges Announces Inaugural Art Fair

The inaugural art festival will allow locals and visitors to shop for artworks by modern, traditional and emerging artists from around the United States. read more >
Media & Marketing / Restaurants & Food

Two New Guides Promote El Dorado Attractions and Dining

The Diamond Agency, the city's advertising firm of record, will produce The El Dorado Visitors INFO Guide and El Dorado Dining Guide. read more >
Construction

Steven Baker Named Hospitality Lead at HFA

Baker has been with HFA for more than a decade, developing and managing teams serving restaurant and hospitality clients. read more >
Small Business / Tourism

Reading The Future: Tourism & Hospitality (40 Years of Arkansas Business)

The future of the tourism and hospitality industry in Arkansas is so bright you just might need shades, particularly if you came to the state to view the total solar eclipse on April 8. read more >