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Arkansas Methodist Finalizes Merger With Baptist Memorial of Memphis
The deal expands Baptist Memorial’s presence to three Arkansas hospitals and 25 total facilities. read more >
Arkansas Methodist and Baptist Memorial of Memphis Plan to Merge, Expand Services in Northeast Arkansas
Discussions are in the early stages, with an agreement expected to be finalized by early 2026. read more >
Missouri-Based OzArc Gas Acquires Assets From Island Energy of Paragould
Island Energy's services include residential propane, tank rentals, farm services and industrial forklift cylinder exchange. read more >
Paragould Airport Gets $157K for Guidance System, Runway Upgrades
Funds will be used to improve access through new runway and taxi markings, and four new runway end identifier lights. read more >
Paragould Farmer Dustin Henson Joins United Soybean Board
Henson is one of 77 volunteer farmer leaders serving on the United Soybean Board from 29 states. read more >
Jimmie Lou Fisher, Longtime Arkansas Treasurer, Dies at 80
Then-Gov. Bill Clinton appointed Fisher as state auditor in 1979. She later served as treasurer from 1981 to 2002. read more >
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Paragould Added to ATBI, Northwest Cities Top Rankings
The Arkansas Tech Business Index has added Paragould as its 20th municipality, and the city debuted at the No. 17 spot on the list created by Arkansas Tech University College of Business. read more >