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John Nock Sentenced to 20 Years for Investment Fraud, Money Laundering
The case revolved around the Brittingham Group, which Nock founded and which promised returns as high as 300% within 20 to 30 days.
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AEDC Announces 50 More Businesses Certified by Minority & Women-Owned Business Program
Fifty more businesses were certified last year compared with 34 in 2022, bringing the total number of businesses that have been certified by the Minority & Women-Owned Business Enterprise Certification Program to 335 at year-end. read more >
$60M Luxury Student Housing Project Planned for Fayetteville
A resort-style pool, fitness room, pickleball and bocce ball courts are among the amenities planned for an off-campus student housing project in Fayetteville called Axis. read more >
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Empowering Communities: NWA Women Support Black Enterprises
Founded in 2019, Black Owned Northwest Arkansas is an organization that strives to create community and support Black-owned enterprises. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
Clark Contractors to Build $4.5M Field House at Lacey K-8 Academy
This week we feature a field house for a Little Rock school and a trio of million-dollar real estate transactions in Pulaski County. read more >
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$318M Makeover of Arkansas Children’s Campuses Set to Start This Month
The goals of the project include improving access to the campuses and the on-campus experience at the hospitals. The project also prepares the campuses to treat the sickest children. read more >
by Mark Friedman -
James Graham Elected Chair-Elect of the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (Super Mover)
Graham is executive associate dean for academic affairs of the College of Medicine at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Little Rock. read more >
NWA Tech Company RevUnit Shuts Down
RevUnit built applications to help companies maximize worker engagement and productivity. read more >
Banking on Change: Profit Proves Elusive For Two Out of Three Banks
A trio of banks that started 2023 with a quarterly loss meandered their way to mixed results at year’s end. read more >
by George Waldon -
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Empowering the Delta (Abe Hudson Commentary)
By supporting grassroots efforts, we can narrow the racial wealth gap and foster inclusive growth. read more >
by Abe Hudson -
Personnel Matters (Gwen Moritz Editor’s Note)
A firing offense for one man is mild compared to what’s clearly acceptable for others. read more >
by Gwen Moritz -
Simpson to Fulfill Prophecy at J.B. Hunt
Craig Harper, J.B. Hunt’s longtime COO who retired this year after 31 years, told Simpson years ago she could be CEO of the company someday. read more >
by Marty Cook -
2 Hired at Washington Regional Brain & Spine Surgery Clinic (Movers & Shakers)
Madalynn Potter and Rebekah Sanchez are both certified physician assistants. read more >
Still Cooking at 60: Fayetteville’s Iconic Herman’s Ribhouse Nears Milestone
Nick and Carrie Wright bought legendary Herman’s Ribhouse of Fayetteville in 2013. read more >
by Marty Cook -
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Prestige Transaction Registers $2.4M Sale (Real Deals)
A 22,400-SF auto facility in North Little Rock tipped the scales at $2.4 million. read more >
by George Waldon -
A-State Steel Research Center Gets $10M From US Spending Package
The multimillion-dollar facility will support partnerships with steel manufacturers for research, process improvements and testing of advanced materials. read more >
Arvest Bank Names Kevin Sabin as Chair, Matt Machen as President
Jim Walton, the son of Walmart Inc. founder Sam Walton, will step down as bank chair but remain chair for Arvest Bank Group, the bank’s holding company. read more >
Drew Harrison Joins Arvest Board in Little Rock
He's the vice president of operations for Harrison Energy Partners of Little Rock. read more >
US Spending Package Includes $91M for Arkansas Roadways
Projects to receive funding include the future Interstate 57 from Walnut Ridge to the Missouri state line. read more >
ArcBest Reports Exec Pay, Schedules Supermajority Vote Change
CEO Judy McReynolds and other executives saw their compensation dip in 2023. read more >
by Marty Cook -
Biden Comes Out in Opposition to Proposed Sale of US Steel to Japanese Company
The president said that it's "vital" for U.S. Steel, which is investing billions in northeast Arkansas, to "remain an American steel company that is domestically owned and operated." read more >
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