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The topic of growth was a key focus at the spring meeting of the Northwest Arkansas Council, held at the Fayetteville Public Library. The agenda included discussions on developing a regional growth strategy and expanding the healthcare ecosystem in the area. Ozarks at Large's Kyle Kellams has more.

In this week's edition of the Northwest Arkansas Business Journal Report, host Roby Brock speaks with Northwest Arkansas Council CEO Nelson Peacock, who says the 2025 Arkansas General Assembly benefited the northwest region of the state. They address new laws related to economic development, housing and healthcare.

Fair Street Village, the only mobile home park in Centerton, is currently listed for sale at $1,100,000.

Michael Tilley with Talk Business & Politics joins Kyle Kellams to discuss headlines from this past week.

Fashion designers in northwest Arkansas are forging a new path after a supporting organization folds. Also, Matt McGowan explains that his new novel, “Western Swing,” includes a young man seeking his own new path. Plus, news from Michael Tilley with Talk Business and Politics.

In this week's edition of the Northwest Arkansas Business Journal Report, host Roby Brock speaks with the executive director of the Arkansas Realtors Association, Andrea Alford, about her role with the organization, how the ARA functions to help the state's realtors and the landscape of Arkansas' housing market.

Advocates of boosting Arkansas’ film industry say offering incentives for filmmakers could begin to make the state a player in that field. On today's show, Ozarks at Large's Kyle Kellams discusses a campaign to bring more movies to Arkansas. Plus, we will explore another entertainment industry gaining a foothold in northwest Arkansas: video game production. Also, learning more about KUAF's Listening Lab.

Senate Bill 456, referred to as the "Home Opportunities Made Easier Act," aims to address the state's housing crisis through changes in zoning and design guidelines.

The Fayetteville city council passed an ordinance (5-2) in October to cap application and background check fees for prospective renters. The decision will take effect on March 31 and faces some legal challenges.

On today's show, we discuss a city ordinance in Fayetteville to cap rental fees. Also, the podcast People of Northwest Arkansas shares the stories of everyday people in our region. Plus, we hear about a unique commemoration of the spring tornado that struck Rogers.