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Courtyard Acquisition Checks In at $5.5M (Real Deals)Lock Icon

A 149-room hotel in west Little Rock tipped the scales at $5.55 million.

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Crystal Bridges Expansion Moves Toward Finish LineLock Icon

The 114,056-SF expansion is two-thirds complete, adding exhibition, education and community spaces. Set for completion in 2026, it aims to enhance art displays and public engagement.

Pediatrics Plus Draws $8.7M Transaction (Real Deals)Lock Icon

A 32,518-SF child development center in west Little Rock weighed in at $8.7 million.

Outdoor Gear Sales Slip in ’23 As Boom Retreats

After a pandemic-driven boom, Arkansas outdoor retailers face slow sales in kayaks, canoes, and big-ticket gear, due to inflation and shifting consumer habits.

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Growing Arkansas Tourism: Jeff King on State Parks’ Role and Partnerships

Jeff King has been deputy director of Arkansas State Parks since March 2022. read more >

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Crystal Bridges Museum Breaks Attendance Records in 2023Lock Icon

Attendance at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art has fully recovered from the pandemic, says its executive director, Rod Bigelow, with the museum recording its most visitors ever in 2023. read more >

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Trails at Mena Project Gains Preliminary Approval; Delta Heritage Trail on Track for 2025Lock Icon

Two major Arkansas trail projects, the Delta Heritage Trail and the Trails at Mena, are advancing, with plans to enhance biking and outdoor recreation across the state. read more >

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Off-Road Tourism Revving Up Arkansas’ EconomyLock Icon

Off-road tourism in Arkansas hit $90.1M in 2022, fueled by growing ATV/UTV use, with pioneers like Pam Ferguson driving trail development and eco-conscious growth. read more >

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The Death of the Cold Call (John Tucker Commentary)

Cold calling on the phone is a waste of time and money. Focus on warming up leads first. read more >

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For the Birds (Hunter Field Editor’s Note)

Duck season starts this week, and many of us ought to look inward. read more >

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Banking & Finance / Industry / Media & Marketing

Consider Hiring People With Disabilities (Jeff Dern Commentary)

Businesses that hire people with disabilities are better for it in a multitude of ways. read more >

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Whispers Dillard’s Announces Special Dividend, Marking Largest Payout in Company HistoryLock Icon
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