bankruptcy
State Seeks to Block Garland County Businessman From Discharging $850K in Investor Debts
Arkansas regulators want a judge to block Garland County businessman Larry Joe Rucker from wiping out nearly $850,000 in debts, alleging he misled investors and used their money to gamble. read more >
by Mark Friedman -
Lonoke County Farm Files for Bankruptcy Protection Amid $1.46M Debt
A Lonoke County farm faces financial turmoil, seeking bankruptcy relief amidst millions in debts, including a significant trade debt to a Stuttgart seed company. read more >
Saline County Businessman Accused of Scamming Cousin Out of $390K Faces Bankruptcy Battle
Ricky Don Angel borrowed $390,000 from his cousins Sharon and Rory Wadkins in late 2020, promising substantial returns but failing to repay the debt, which they now allege was secured through false pretenses. read more >
by Mark Friedman -
Update: Hearing to Approve Sale of Wadley Regional Medical Center Rescheduled
Hempstead County officials expect the sale of Wadley Regional Medical Center at Hope to be approved by a bankruptcy judge on Tuesday, putting the operation of the hospital in local control. read more >
by Mark Friedman -
40 Great Whispers (40 Years of Arkansas Business)
Whispers, the chatty space devoted to juicy news and informed speculation, has been the most popular feature in Arkansas Business right from the beginning. Here we summarize some of the best. read more >
Broken Furniture: Co-Founder Recounts How MG+BW Went Down
Upscale furniture company Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams operated for 34 years before it collapsed in August due to problems tied to PNC Bank and the private equity company that owned MG+BW, the Stephens Group LLC of Little Rock. read more >
by Kyle Massey -