In the Workplace 2020: Medical Marijuana's Slow Rollout Continues
At the end of 2019, the Arkansas medical marijuana program continues its slow rollout.
View ArticleIn the Workplace 2020: Talking Politics: How to Avoid Toxic Work Environment
Over the last several years, political discourse has headed south, and this is increasingly causing problems in the workplace — from co-workers not wanting to work with each other to loud and...
View ArticleIn the Workplace 2020: Succession Planning: Avoiding Pitfalls
Succession planning necessitates talking to current key employees about their retirement plans. Planning how you will approach these conversations can help you avoid claims of age bias. Remember, there...
View ArticleIn the Workplace 2020: Employment Law Basics for Start-Ups
Start-ups can run into a number of employment issues as their workforce grows.
View ArticleThe 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.
View ArticleCalifornia Firm Buys BJ's Brewhouse Property for $4.2M
Commercial property occupied by BJ's Brewhouse, a freestanding restaurant, was sold on Dec. 27 for $4.2 million to Four Corners Property Trust of Mill Valley, California.
View ArticlePace of US Services Growth Quickened in December
U.S. services companies grew more quickly in December than the previous month, a sign that the economy's steady expansion should continue.
View ArticleAC Hotel Little Rock to Open in February
The $25 million, 114-room AC Hotel Little Rock is set to open in early February, with a grand opening celebration planned for a month later.
View ArticleArkansas Agriculture Hall of Fame to Induct 6
The Arkansas Agriculture Hall of Fame will induct six people whose leadership and service have brought distinction to the state's largest business sector.
View ArticleMonde Group Starts Work on Esplanade in North Little Rock
The Monde Group, Gov. Asa Hutchinson and other officials break ground on a 41-acre mixed-use neighborhood along the Arkansas River between Riverview Park and Rockwater Marina in North Little Rock.
View ArticleHealth 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.
View ArticleBlack Angus On the Move
After 30 years at 10907 N. Rodney Parham Road, Black Angus is looking for a new home.
View ArticleSoiree Announces Sessions for 2020 Women's Leadership Symposium
Little Rock Soirée announces sessions that will be part of its 2020 Soirée Women’s Leadership Symposium, which takes place Thursday, April 30, in Little Rock.
View ArticleNorth Little Rock Convention & Visitors Bureau Launches New Brand
The North Little Rock Convention & Visitors Bureau launched its new brand and positioning statement Monday at the Argenta Community Theater.
View Article$10M Pine Mountain Resort Aims to Lure Bikers, Cyclers to Eureka Springs
A new $10 million resort called Pine Mountain is planned for Eureka Springs, and it’s expected to create more than 100 hospitality jobs in the community.
View ArticleLocal Chefs Prognosticate Food Trends
One food and dining trend on which almost all agree is plant-based proteins and plant-based menus in general, including vegan dishes.
View ArticleHill Station Nears Opening in Hillcrest
The opening of Little Rock’s Hill Station, the restaurant occupying the remodeled and expanded Helmich Auto Service site at 2712 Kavanaugh Blvd., is eagerly anticipated.
View ArticleNew Year, New Marketing Trends (Kent Middleton Commentary)
From personalize email to augmented reality, a look at the latest marketing trends and whether they're worth a business' time and money.
View ArticleSouthern Burger Chain Krystal Files for Bankruptcy
Krystal Co., the Georgia-based restaurant chain known for tiny hamburgers and late-night service across the Southeast, has filed for bankruptcy, but said Tuesday that all of its locations would remain...
View ArticleSouth On Main to Be Sold, Chef Headed to Nashville
South on Main Chef Matt Bell is selling the popular Little Rock restaurant and moving to Nashville, Tennessee, to serve as executive chef of the Gray & Dudley restaurant.
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