James & James LLC, a leading Arkansas-based hardwood furniture manufacturer, is developing a new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Heber Springs, Arkansas with an investment of more than $9.4 million. The company plans to create 47 new jobs in the region over four years. Charles D. Morgan, the owner of James & James LLC and a long-time Arkansas business leader, emphasized the importance of the state's support: "I've been creating jobs in Arkansas for more than 50 years, and I'm proud to continue that commitment with this next chapter for James & James.

Why it matters: The project revives a prominent 2.8-acre property and adds a boutique option as Northwest Arkansas' hotel supply expands. * The concept bets that travelers want something between a standard hotel and a short-term rental with bigger rooms, communal outdoor space and a unique local feel. State of play: Real estate investment company Dwellist, led by Charlie Mackey and Polly Watts, is turning the former budget bunkhouse into an 85-room boutique motor lodge. * The company bought the property in 2024 for $4.25 million. * The hotel will keep exterior room entrances but add new fi

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A $10 million grant from the Walton Family Foundation will support the construction of a new academic building at the University of Arkansas' Sam M. Walton College of Business, the UA announced Tuesday. The business school received the grant to fund the construction of Mandy and Bill Dillard II Hall, a news release from the college says. The building will expand classroom capacity, strengthen student collaboration and support the college's continued growth, the release says.

Grove Ave. 578: Kathryn A. Flad to Tracie P. Allen, $240,000. Hickory Ave. 243: Dennis Dupre to Fortege LLC, $180,000. Laitram Lane 140: Ravenswood LLC to Lapeyre Properties LLC, $1,200,000. JEFFERSON Alfred Place 3800: Three Lock Box Holdings LLC to Jennifer R. Whatley, $270,000. Audubon Trace 601: Jan L. Diamond to Elizabeth F. Putnam, $245,000. Dodge Ave. 204: Mark Planchard to Peter Purpura, $285,000. Isabel St. 3913: Paul A. Lasseigne to Bertucci Property Development LLC, $150,000. Labarre Road 726: Whitney Properties XV LLC to SJL Realty LLC, $245,000. Terrace St.

A Springfield man pleaded guilty in federal court July 28 for crimes related to his role in "timeshare exit" businesses, according to a news release from the United States Attorney office. Brian Scroggs, 54, pleaded guilty to one count of wire fraud and one count of failure to pay employment taxes, the release said.

Big Whiskey's American Restaurant and Bar is planning a location in Trussville. The franchise announced through its Facebook page several new restaurants, including the Jefferson County city. "The Big Whiskey's legend is growing," the post said. "We're excited to announce new franchise agreements as we continue to grow the BW family! Each new market represents an opportunity for us to bring that signature BW hospitality and experience to more guests across the country." Two other restaurants in Missouri were also announced. Big Whiskey's opened an Alabaster location last year.

A $10 million grant from the Walton Family Foundation will support the construction of a new academic building at the University of Arkansas' Sam M. Walton College of Business, the UA announced Tuesday. The business school received the grant to fund the construction of Mandy and Bill Dillard II Hall, a news release from the college says. The building will expand classroom capacity, strengthen student collaboration and support the college's continued growth, the release says.

The Sam M. Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas said Tuesday (July 28) that it has received a $10 million grant from the Walton Family Foundation to support the construction of the approximately 100,000-square-foot Mandy and Bill Dillard II Hall. "This grant will help ensure that generations of University of Arkansas business students learn, collaborate and prepare for meaningful careers in spaces that match the world-class education and opportunities Walton College provides," UA Chancellor Charles Robinson said.

The U.S. Supreme Court denied stays for two Florida death row inmates scheduled to be executed Tuesday, clearing the way for the state to execute the eleventh and twelfth inmates this year. The court denied two separate requests for stays in the planned executions. Former police officer James Duckett, 68, had been scheduled to die at noon on Tuesday, but the Supreme Court's stay pushed the execution back. Duckett, according to reports, was executed by lethal injection and pronounced dead at 1:19 p.m. Duckett was convicted of raping and murdering an 11-year-old girl in 1987.