The Contenders: It’s Grow or Else, Smaller Banks Say
Smaller banks in Arkansas are often faced with the choice of growing or finding a buyer. read more >
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Central Arkansas Finance Sector Sees Growth
The finance sector in central Arkansas is going strong, a phenomenon noted by Metroplan in its latest “Metro Trends: Economic Review & Outlook.” read more >
Arkansas' 'Firstborn' Osteopaths Near Graduation
One-hundred at New York Institute of Technology’s College of Osteopathic Medicine at Arkansas State University in Jonesboro to walk in May; ceremony set for next year at Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine in Fort Smith. read more >
Complex Path Led Dr. Benjamin Carlyle into Deep Debt
A Searcy doctor with millions of dollars of debt and a troubled history with state regulators now confronts his latest nightmare: A lender has accused Dr. Benjamin Carlyle of submitting false financial statements to obtain loans. read more >
Health Network Saved Its Members $14.7M in 2018
Arkansas Health Network of Little Rock saved the organizations it works with more than $14.7 million in 2018, the latest figure available. read more >
Specialized Cannabis Clinics Rise to Meet Demand
With medical marijuana expected to boom into a $100 million-a-year business in Arkansas within a year or two, medical clinics specializing in marijuana certifications are cropping up to handle the rush. read more >
Westerman's Fair Care Act Takes Aim at Affordability
A Republican congressman from Arkansas is working on what he calls a bipartisan health care bill that would close existing coverage gaps and lower costs: the Fair Care Act. read more >
Health Care Spending & Outcomes
The United States spends more on health care than any other developed country, yet many of its health outcomes are considerably worse. read more >
The Year in Executive Q&A: 2019
We approached executives from businesses large and small, nonprofits and even government agencies, and asked them to answer questions about their organizations, their industries and themselves. read more >
Arkansas Year In Review: Notable Deaths in 2019
A brilliant sportswriter, a beloved PR executive, a founder of one of Arkansas’ pre-eminent architecture firms, a giant in the field of construction, the creator of “The Fishin’ Hole,” a civil rights icon and a pioneering scientist were just a few of the notable Arkansans who died in 2019. read more >
Arkansas Business Year in Review: Top 10 Business Stories of 2019
These are the top 10 news stories that defined 2019 in Arkansas’ business world. read more >
Arkansas Year In Review: Best & Worst of 2019
High times and low moments were both enjoyed by Arkansas readers in 2019. read more >
‘Flush It Right Away’: Best Quotes of 2019
They said it, we only quoted them. Here are some of the best things said in 2019. read more >
Fred’s, Sanders’ Sales Lead Most-Read Online List
Real estate, new jobs and political corruption drove pageviews at ArkansasBusiness.com in 2019. read more >
College Funding Formula Makes Outcomes Key to Money
The financial impact of the new outcomes-based state funding formula on individual Arkansas universities and colleges has been a mixed bag, but the program is having the desired effect, and overall funding has increased. read more >
'We Need Your Nurses' Is Plea as Northwest Arkansas Builds Talent Pipeline
Northwest Arkansas continues to grow in population while its unemployment rate remains low, leading to a labor crunch among the area’s businesses. read more >
Chenal at 30: Deltic Blazed Trail to West, Exiling Bears
Thirty years ago, Deltic Farm & Timber Co. was wading hip deep into an ambitious real estate venture two hours north of its El Dorado headquarters. read more >
Harrison Hopes Square Comes Full Circle
John and Beverly DeWitt knew the Harrison downtown square was the only location they wanted when they decided to form their own real estate company. read more >
Little Rock Club Looks at 50
In celebrating its history, the Little Rock Club is looking to ensure its future, and that future must embrace diversity, young people and families. read more >
Argenta Rolls On: 'It All Builds on Itself'
Argenta’s one square mile has anchored some $500 million in downtown commercial projects in the past 20 years with the dedication of Argenta Plaza highlighting the latest development efforts. read more >
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