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George’s co-CEOs Carl George, Charles George join Legacy Bank board
Springdale-based Legacy Bank has appointed Carl George and Charles George to its Board of Directors, according to a Thursday (Oct. 8) news release. Carl George and Charles George are co-CEOs and presidents of Springdale-based poultry producer George’s Inc. Their grandfather, Gene George, was a founding board member of Legacy Bank, and their father, Gary George, was one of the bank’s founders and serves as board chairman.
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Jennifer Davis Named CEO at Bentonville’s Bastazo
Bastazo, an AI-powered operational-technology cybersecurity company, has named Jennifer Davis its chief executive officer. Bastazo applies AI to help operators understand their exposure, anticipate attack paths and prioritize practical protections for the operational technology (OT) that controls these systems, according to a press release. Bastazo was spun out of the University of Arkansas.
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Wing Lists 19 Walmart Metros. Walmart's Hometown Isn't One of Them
Wing’s Walmart delivery page lists 19 metros, five marked “Now serving” and 14 “Coming soon,” after Monday’s addition of Denver and Seattle for 2027. Bentonville, Walmart’s hometown, is not on it, and neither is anywhere in Arkansas. Walmart executive Greg Cathey said at...
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Walmart takes Rx care to another level
BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Walmart has reason to be sanguine about its pharmacy, health and wellness business. Expanding on its nearly 50-year pharmacy legacy, the company continues to augment the ways it can meet the evolving needs of customers and patients, with a focus on making pharmacy care more convenient, accessible and affordable. That customer focus is also reflected in the state of the business. In its most recent quarterly earnings, Walmart reported mid-single-digit growth in pharmacy script counts, ongoing gains in market share and strength in over-the-counter products, despite headwinds from maximum fair price legislation.
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Introducing the Northwest Arkansas Business Journal 2026 C-Suite Award winners
The Northwest Arkansas Business Journal is excited to present this year’s annual C-Suite Awards class. The 2026 class is our 12th cohort and includes top executives from various sectors, such as banking, consulting, manufacturing, mechanical, nonprofit, philanthropy, real estate, technology and tourism. The 10 honorees were nominated by their peers and selected by the Business Journal editorial staff.
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Central States board chairman Jim Sliker retires; new board chair named
Tontitown-based manufacturer Central States said Jim Sliker, former CEO and chairman, has retired from the board of directors. The board elected Christopher Harrison, the company’s lead independent director, as board chairman. The change was effective Oct. 1. According to news release, Sliker was chairman since 2023 and previously was...
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Prefabrication puts project time to work
Shifting fabrication off-site improves labor efficiency, creates more reliable schedules and protects project margins. Prefabricated metal building systems are giving contractors greater control over three of construction’s most persistent pressures: time, labor and cost. Also known as pre-engineered metal buildings (PEMBs), these systems are designed, engineered and manufactured off-site before arriving at the jobsite prepared for assembly.
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Communication Key in Successful Private Hangar Project
When a building plan includes the installation of a hangar door nearly 100 feet wide, communication becomes essential to make sure all the pieces fit together. Despite several design changes leading up to construction, an 11,000-square-foot hangar at Drake Field in Fayetteville, Ark., was successfully assembled through continuous communication between general contractor First Star Construction, architect Burris Architecture, building manufacturer Wilshar Steel, Schweiss Doors as well as the client.
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NWA C-Suite: Brad Sikorski
In addition to promoting the organization’s mission and advocating for affordable housing solutions in Northwest Arkansas, Sikorski has spearheaded the construction of McAuley Place in Bentonville. The project will provide 160 teachers, staff and other residents in the Bentonville School District with high-quality affordable housing. What is your ultimate...
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This Arkansas Vintage Barn Is A Must-Visit Stop During Early Fall Foliage Trips
A good fall drive needs more than leaves. It needs a stop that makes you want to pull over, wander around, and see what turns up. That is exactly the appeal of this old sale barn in Arkansas, where booths are packed with vintage glass, retro kitchen pieces, collectibles, and older furniture. The barn itself is part of the fun.
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NWA C-Suite: Tom Allen
Allen has been closely involved in the continued development of the Pinnacle Hills area of Rogers, including helping to lead the development and leasing efforts for The Visionaries, Hunt Ventures’ new 400,000-square-foot development. What is your ultimate hidden superpower that isn’t listed on your LinkedIn profile? Calmness under fire....
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Construction starts on $45.1 million multifamily project in Centerton
Capstone Building Corp., a Birmingham, Ala.-based multifamily general contractor, recently started construction on The Emerald, a $45.1 million multifamily development in Centerton. The 256-unit, 312,414-square-foot development at East Centerton Boulevard (Arkansas Highway 102) and Womack Road is expected to be completed in summer 2028. The development will integrate retail areas...
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Quality Never Goes Out of Style: For BPC Construction, Anything Worth Doing is Worth Doing Right
Contrary to what a lot of people believe these days, the construction business is one of increased complexity, full of cutting-edge technology and advanced building products that retain their beauty and functionality well past that of yesteryear. As one of the area’s new generation of Arkansas homebuilders, Brantley Clark knows...