NWA Business Journal

On this week's edition of the NWA Business Journal, host Roby Brock speaks with investor Ross Cully to learn more about a recently announced, multi-million dollar expansion of Ozark United FC's new stadium.

An Arkansas-based software developer is experimenting with real stories for AI. Also, a deep dive into the short and intense life of Frank Stanford. Plus, updates on professional soccer in northwest Arkansas.

On this edition of the Northwest Arkansas Business Journal report, host Roby Brock speaks with Keesa Smith-Brantley, executive director for Arkansas Advocates for Children and Families, about what effects a GOP-sponsored rescission package may have on healthcare in Arkansas.

On today's show, we learn that an illegal encampment clearing on a University of Arkansas property has left dozens of people without a place to sleep. Plus, advocating for better representation in media for people with disabilities. Plus, preparations for a Juneteenth celebration this weekend.

The last legislative session in Arkansas saw more activity on trucking issues that you may have realized. Shannon Newton, spokesperson for the Arkansas Trucking Association, joins Roby Brock on this edition of the Northwest Arkansas Business Journal Report.

On this edition of the Northwest Arkansas Business Journal report, host Roby Brock speaks with Darrin Williams, CEO of Southern Bancorp, about his organization's recent moves and how they may impact rural areas of the state.

Online sports gambling is becoming more popular and more normalized. How is that impacting young bettors? Additionally, one filmmaker shares their experience of working from Vilonia, Arkansas, to Hollywood. Plus, we hear more about an old-school, in-person speed dating event.

On today's show, we hear about the city of Fayetteville's new food-foraging map. Plus, after four decades covering high school and college sports, a former reporter still has more to say. We also investigate why the University of Arkansas doesn't have a men’s soccer team.

In this week's edition of the Northwest Arkansas Business Journal Report, host Roby Brock speaks with University of Arkansas economist Mervin Jebaraj about the tariff-induced disruptions for U.S. businesses.

On today's show, we discuss the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences' new comprehensive online tool to empower stronger youth mental health. We also learn about bugs in Candy Lee's new album and get an expert opinion on the current economy from a University of Arkansas economist.