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Data: ‘Peer’ areas above region in education

Subscriber onlyU.S. Census Bureau data supports regional planners’ contention that Northwest Arkansas needs more college graduates and a lower poverty rate to compete more effectively for investments and jobs. Continue reading...

By Richard Massey Posted: Dec 25, 2010 at 1:06 a.m.

Money is there for road projects

Delays in store for some plans

Subscriber onlyNORTHWEST ARKANSAS — Motorists won’t be seeing much construction on the most ambitious road projects planned for Northwest Arkansas. But over the next three years, more than $442 million is scheduled to be spent improving highways in Benton and Washington counties. Continue reading...

By Richard Massey Posted: Dec 19, 2010 at 5:35 a.m.

Drives are long for some workers

Study: Area tops national average

Subscriber onlyNORTHWEST ARKANSAS — The daily drive to work is a long one for some residents of Madison and Newton counties. Continue reading...

By Richard Massey Posted: Dec 17, 2010 at 6:07 a.m.

Two counties diverse, richer, survey shows

Area among state’s highest in foreign-born population

Subscriber onlyNORTHWEST ARKANSAS — The American Community Survey released Tuesday by the U.S. Census Bureau shows a young, diverse community in Benton and Washington counties that lives in newer, more expensive homes, has more college-educated residents and a higher standard of living and employment in comparison to the rest of Arkansas. Continue reading...

By Richard Massey Posted: Dec 15, 2010 at 3:41 a.m.

Authority seeks multiple county tax jurisdiction

Northwest mobility agency held back by state regulations

Subscriber onlyNORTHWEST ARKANSAS — The Northwest Arkansas Regional Mobility Authority was created to help finance expensive road programs planned for Benton and Washington counties. Continue reading...

By Richard Massey Posted: Dec 13, 2010 at 4:18 a.m.

Transit chief pitches tax to fund long-range plan

Routes would reach Siloam Springs, Bella Vista

Subscriber onlySPRINGDALE — Ozark Regional Transit on Friday unveiled a long-range bus plan for the region that’s reliant on new sales taxes to support a bus network operating at eight times its current level. Continue reading...

By Richard Massey Posted: Dec 11, 2010 at 5:51 a.m.

Sentence for fraud: Year, day in prison

Ex-county judge pilfered $69,140

Subscriber onlyNORTHWEST ARKANSAS — Former Newton County Judge Clarence Harold Smith was sentenced to one year in prison and ordered to pay back nearly $70,000 he bilked from the county while in office. Continue reading...

By Richard Massey Posted: Dec 7, 2010 at 4:23 a.m.

FAYETTEVILLE: Food pantry to aid UA students

Subscriber onlyFAYETTEVILLE — The University of Arkansas at Fayetteville announced Monday that a campus food pantry will open in early February at Bud Walton Hall on Stadium Drive. Continue reading...

By Richard Massey Posted: Dec 7, 2010 at 4:16 a.m.

36-mile project to unite counties

Staff races to meet Dec. 15 deadline

Subscriber onlySPRINGDALE — Planning is officially under way for the Razorback Regional Greenway, a 36-mile bike and pedestrian trail from Bella Vista to Fayetteville. Continue reading...

By Richard Massey Posted: Dec 6, 2010 at 3:52 a.m.

Highway change gets panel’s OK

NORTHWEST ARKANSAS — Regional planners want to reduce U-turns on Arkansas 265 in Fayetteville by adding another median break when the highway is widened between Mission and Joyce boulevards. Continue reading...

By Richard Massey Posted: Dec 2, 2010 at 4:46 a.m.

Recycling plan makes cleanup at holidays easy

Simple solutions can reduce clutter, waste of the season

Subscriber onlySPRINGDALE — The holiday season is expected to generate plenty of trash, but the region’s recyclers say a lot of it doesn’t have to go to landfills. Continue reading...

By Richard Massey Posted: Nov 29, 2010 at 3:19 a.m.

Group aims to protect disabled

Meeting’s focus is tougher stance

Subscriber onlyFAYETTEVILLE — Law enforcement, social service agencies and victims advocates need a formal process for investigating crimes against adults with disabilities, supporters of such a measure said Thursday. Continue reading...

By Richard Massey Posted: Nov 19, 2010 at 3:58 a.m.

Light-rail proponent presents case for growing region

Subscriber onlySPRINGDALE — Light rail is expensive, time-consuming to install and hard to sell as a viable travel option to elected officials who control public funding. But when it’s up and running, communities cluster and grow, merchants prosper and people live better lives. Continue reading...

By Richard Massey Posted: Nov 19, 2010 at 3:49 a.m.

Nonprofits find a way during economic slide

Donations give 5 new facilities, opportunities

Subscriber onlyThe recession hasn’t stopped five nonprofits in Northwest Arkansas from raising more than $31 million for the construction and furnishing of a collective 161,000 square feet of office, work, living and educational space. Continue reading...

By Richard Massey Posted: Nov 7, 2010 at 3:55 a.m.

Recycling center is all business

Subscriber onlyHUNTSVILLE — Larry Karigan-Winter wants to save the earth, or at least the piece of it he calls home. Continue reading...

By Richard Massey Posted: Nov 7, 2010 at 3:48 a.m.

County judges: Clinard is only distinct victor

NORTHWEST ARKANSAS — Republican Bob Clinard overwhelmed write-in candidate Jeff Broadston in the race for Benton County judge. Continue reading...

By Richard Massey Posted: Nov 3, 2010 at 4:49 a.m.

Census: State’s total up 200,000

House seats to remain at 4

Subscriber onlyLITTLE ROCK — U.S. Census Bureau Director Robert Groves announced Monday that state population totals will be released in December. Arkansas is expected to climb to 2.8 million people, up from 2.6 million in 2000. Continue reading...

By Richard Massey Posted: Nov 2, 2010 at 5:08 a.m.

Mobility group seeks identity, forms strategy

Engineering firm helps authority plot area’s transportation needs

Subscriber onlySPRINGDALE — Strategic planning for the Northwest Arkansas Regional Mobility Authority began in earnest Friday when engineers hired to help plot the authority’s future met with board members to discuss transportation goals, public awareness and ways to sidestep political squabbles that could derail projects. Continue reading...

By Richard Massey Posted: Oct 30, 2010 at 5:34 a.m.

Taking it to the banks

Subscriber onlyROGERS — Gary Combs said he would rather borrow money from Russians or Arabs — anyone but Americans. Continue reading...

By Richard Massey Posted: Oct 17, 2010 at 6:13 a.m.

Road conditions are common thread in county judge races

Subscriber onlyNORTHWEST ARKANSAS — The Nov. 2 general election will include six races for county judge in Benton, Boone, Carroll, Madison, Newton and Scott counties. Continue reading...

By Richard Massey Posted: Oct 16, 2010 at 5:37 a.m.

Parade of Power lifts cycle rally

Subscriber onlyThe Parade of Power thundered down Dickson Street for 30 minutes Saturday afternoon to mark the climax of the 11th annual Bikes, Blues & BBQ rally. Continue reading...

By Richard Massey Posted: Oct 3, 2010 at 5:28 a.m.

Area’s scenery lures bikers

Subscriber onlyEUREKA SPRINGS — Local byways got rave reviews Friday from bikers who revved up early for a poker run that featured one of the strongest lures for the annual Bikes, Blues & BBQ: the Ozark Mountains. Continue reading...

By Richard Massey Posted: Oct 2, 2010 at 5:27 a.m.

Top 10 showdown has region Hog wild

Subscriber onlyFAYETTEVILLE — The top-ranked Alabama Crimson Tide is rolling into town with its Heisman Trophy tailback, a fierce defense and dreams of winning back-to-back SEC and national titles. Continue reading...

By Richard Massey Posted: Sep 24, 2010 at 6:25 a.m.

Road to parallel I-540 studied

Planners can halt research

Subscriber onlySPRINGDALE — A feasibility study is under way to determine if a “western beltway” from Greenland to Bella Vista is a project this region’s planners will pursue. Continue reading...

By Richard Massey Posted: Sep 23, 2010 at 4:07 a.m.

Director finds horror in Madison County

Independent film being shot in region

Subscriber onlyOARK — A bloody college student stranded on a rural road ran for her life. Panting and weeping, she looked left and then right. A blue pickup screeched out of a driveway and disappeared around a corner. Barefoot and alone, she stumbled deeper into danger. Continue reading...

By Richard Massey Posted: Sep 20, 2010 at 3:27 a.m.

Aviation dream grounded after partners split, sue

Subscriber onlyNORTHWEST ARKANSAS — Pinnacle Air, the executive jet charter service that was once the pride of Bill Schwyhart’s investment empire, was grounded in 2008 after a disastrous merger with Aspen Executive Air. Continue reading...

By Richard Massey Posted: Sep 12, 2010 at 5:04 a.m.

Cutting-edge technology leap proves costly for its investors

Subscriber onlyROGERS — With luxury car sales behind him, Bill Schwyhart jumped headlong into other investments in Northwest Arkansas. Continue reading...

By Richard Massey Posted: Sep 12, 2010 at 5 a.m.

Executive aviation dream grounded after partners split, sue

Subscriber onlyPinnacle Air, the executive jet charter service that was once the pride of Bill Schwyhart’s investment empire, was grounded in 2008 after a disastrous merger with Aspen Executive Air. Continue reading...

By Richard Massey Posted: Sep 12, 2010 at 3:30 a.m.

Three in custody, tied with area prostitution ring

Subscriber onlyThree suspects accused of operating a prostitution ring in Northwest Arkansas and Missouri face life in prison for enticing at least one minor to engage in sex acts with clients. Continue reading...

By Richard Massey Posted: Aug 27, 2010 at 4:47 a.m.

Orchestra names Juilliard alumnus as music director

Subscriber onlyFAYETTEVILLE — The Symphony of Northwest Arkansas on Wednesday introduced new music director Paul Haas, who said he plans to build a spirited, modern orchestra to anchor the region’s arts and culture. Continue reading...

By Richard Massey Posted: Aug 26, 2010 at 4:38 a.m.

Unwanted pet problem a tough fix

Unified effort would help, expert says

Subscriber onlyNORTHWEST ARKANSAS — More than 4,700 cats and dogs were euthanized last year in Benton and Washington counties. That’s way too many, say those trying to curb the population of unwanted pets. Continue reading...

By Richard Massey Updated: August 23, 2010 12:37 p.m.

SPRINGDALE: Sprouse seeks to carve legacy of civil service

Subscriber onlySPRINGDALE — He sings in the church choir and he drives a Harley-Davidson. He thinks regionally but nothing comes between him and his beloved Springdale. Continue reading...

By Richard Massey Posted: Aug 23, 2010 at 4:26 a.m.

Search continues for fugitive, fiancee

Subscriber onlyGENTRY — Law enforcement officials searched for an escaped convict and his fiancee again Thursday in Gentry, while a national manhunt for the couple continued in western Montana and “various locations around the United States,” according to the U.S. Marshals Service. Continue reading...

By Richard Massey Posted: Aug 13, 2010 at 5:59 a.m.

Police search area for pair

2 sought after salon holdup

Subscriber onlyGENTRY — The manhunt for an Arizona prison escapee and his fiancee shifted to Northwest Arkansas on Wednesday as authorities tried to figure out whether the pair robbed a Gentry beauty salon. Continue reading...

By Richard Massey, Robert J. Smith Posted: Aug 12, 2010 at 3:35 a.m.

Prairie Grove Town anticipates growth, change

Officials look to future with 5.2-mile U.S. 62 bypass on horizon

Subscriber onlyPRAIRIE GROVE — The heart of this community is the busy intersection of Pittman and Buchanan streets. Continue reading...

By Richard Massey Posted: Aug 9, 2010 at 4:31 a.m.

WASHINGTON COUNTY Remote region in line to receive water system

Would replace Tatum Springs

Subscriber onlyWASHINGTON COUNTY — Potable water is coming to the remote southeast corner of Washington County. Continue reading...

By Richard Massey Posted: Aug 8, 2010 at 6:25 a.m.

Heat’s grip firm; significant relief isn’t likely soon

Subscriber onlyNORTHWEST ARKANSAS — Michael Moore, owner of Auto Glass and Mirror in Farmington, used his T-shirt to wipe sweat from his brow Tuesday. Continue reading...

By Richard Massey Posted: Aug 4, 2010 at 3:57 a.m.

Chain tests ‘cursed’ location

Quality, customer satisfaction can halt cycle, experts say

Subscriber onlySPRINGDALE — Every town seems to have one or more cursed addresses where restaurants go to die. Continue reading...

By Richard Massey Posted: Aug 2, 2010 at 3:42 a.m.

WASHINGTON COUNTY: Fire trucks get oxygen masks made for pets

Subscriber onlySPRINGDALE — All Washington County fire trucks are now equipped with oxygen masks specifically designed for dogs and cats. Continue reading...

By Richard Massey Posted: Jul 28, 2010 at 3:47 a.m.

Madison County remains rural

Rugged area retains its roots in the shadow of sister counties

Subscriber onlyHUNTSVILLE — There isn’t a single stoplight in Madison County and the people living there are proud of that. Continue reading...

By Richard Massey Posted: Jul 26, 2010 at 3:52 a.m.

Federal funds help put fresh emphasis on home efficiency

Subscriber onlyBENTONVILLE — The state of Arkansas is using funds from the American Reinvestment and Recovery Act of 2009 to build an infrastructure for weatherizing homes. Continue reading...

By Richard Massey Posted: Jul 16, 2010 at 5:08 a.m.

TONTITOWN: Plant construction continues

Methane will be converted to electricity when finished

Subscriber onlyTONTITOWN — The power plant being built at Waste Management’s Eco-Vista landfill is nearing the halfway point in construction and is expected to start turning methane into electricity by early October. Continue reading...

By Richard Massey Posted: Jul 12, 2010 at 4:04 a.m.

Business and pleasure mix nicely

Area residents revel in a host of activities on a sunny Saturday

Subscriber onlyPRAIRIE GROVE — A day after heavy rains pelted the region, a hot, sunny day unfolded Saturday in Northwest Arkansas. Continue reading...

By Richard Massey Posted: Jul 11, 2010 at 5:53 a.m.

No surprises, officials find in ’09 counts

Census: Growth in area was in decade’s first half

Subscriber onlyThe latest U.S. Census estimates show most of the population growth in Northwest Arkansas took place in the first half of the last 10-year period. Continue reading...

By Richard Massey Posted: Jun 26, 2010 at 5:12 a.m.

Nevada seeks jail time for ex-area developer

Bankrupt Barber fighting check charge

Subscriber onlyNORTHWEST ARKANSAS — Bankrupt developer Brandon Barber faces extradition to Nevada and up to four years in prison if he is convicted of not paying $52,500 in gambling debts racked up in 2007 at a Las Vegas casino. Continue reading...

By Richard Massey Posted: Jun 23, 2010 at 4:32 a.m.

ROGERS Brothers, 28 and 34, stabbed in fight at residence; one dies

Subscriber onlyROGERS — Police are searching for several suspects in the fatal stabbing of a Rogers man early Friday. Continue reading...

By Richard Massey Posted: Jun 19, 2010 at 4:50 a.m.

SPRINGDALE Trust continues to support Jones’ vision despite losses

Subscriber onlySPRINGDALE — The Jones Center for Families is the centerpiece of the Jones Trust foundation, and the organization will continue to support the facility for years to come, trust director Joel Carver said. Continue reading...

By Richard Massey Posted: Jun 13, 2010 at 4:35 a.m.

Fees advised for center

Jones Trust retains YMCA consultant

Subscriber onlySPRINGDALE — The nonprofit Jones Center for Families should convert to a fee-based fitness center that supports itself with revenue from membership dues, sponsorships and rental agreements, according to a report recently commissioned by the Jones Trust, the foundation that owns the Jones Center. Continue reading...

By Richard Massey Posted: May 28, 2010 at 8:12 a.m.

1,000 seekers, 50 employers mingle at fair

Subscriber onlyROGERS — With a mix of optimism and weariness, more than 1,000 job seekers filled out applications and talked with about 50 employers at the spring job fair at the John Q. Hammons Center. Continue reading...

By Richard Massey Posted: May 25, 2010 at 3:56 a.m.

Loan problems halt group’s plan to build

Subscriber onlyFAYETTEVILLE — When Youth Bridge purchased 40 acres last summer, the nonprofit had big plans and plenty of optimism. Continue reading...

By Richard Massey Posted: May 24, 2010 at 3:46 a.m.

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