Rebecca Hansel of Bost Inc. in Fort Smith was named the American Network of Community Options and Resources' 2019 Direct Support Professional of the Year for Arkansas. Direct support professionals are also referred to as caregivers, personal assistants and direct-care or home-care aides. Bost provides support to people with disabilities and behavioral health needs. Danielle Hoades, a medical laboratory scientist for the Laboratory Blood Bank at Washington Regional Medical Center, recently earned certification as a specialist in blood banking from the American Society for Clinical Pathology. Hoades, who has been with Washington Regional for nearly five years, earned a master of science in biomedical science from Long Island University-CW Post and a bachelor of science in medical laboratory science from Hunter College, both in New York. She also has achieved certification from American Medical Technologists and from American Society for Clinical Pathology as a technologist in blood … [Read more...] about Business People of Northwest Arkansas
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Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette unveils new leadership
FAYETTEVILLE -- Brent A. Powers was named president of the Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette Monday. "Northwest Arkansas is such a special place. During the last two years as director of advertising and marketing, I've seen our organization's devotion and dedication first hand," Powers said Monday. "We work hard on telling the stories of our communities and with advertisers to grow their businesses through marketing and advertising. The employees that work in every department and each location represent this community and our brand, The Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette. We are honored to live here, to contribute as residents and to serve this great community." Powers, 45, replaces Todd Nelson, 61, who announced his retirement recently, effective Monday. "Brent is a well-rounded media executive and he has done an amazing job for our company as the advertising director," said Mark Lane, president of WEHCO Media's Newspaper Division. "He's a highly creative and energetic leader. He … [Read more...] about Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette unveils new leadership
Gasoline prices’ rise in Arkansas, nationally tied to oil costs, cold weather
Nikita James of Maumelle makes a fuel stop Thursday at the Exxon station on West Broadway in North Little Rock. Despite recent increases, Arkansas gas prices remain some of the nation’s lowest. - Photo by Thomas Metthe Gasoline prices are on the rise in Arkansas and nationally, the result of refinery issues, rising crude oil prices and tighter crude inventories, according to reports. The average pump price in Arkansas on Thursday was just under $2.11, according to auto club AAA, a 12-cent jump from a week ago. Gas prices across the nation rose more than a nickel this week compared with last week, pushing the national average up to $2.37 a gallon, according to AAA data. Jeanette Casselano, a spokesman for AAA, said in remarks to reporters that the factors pressuring prices will likely "keep gas prices higher through the end of the month." While Arkansas saw a sharp price increase, Michael Pakko, chief economist at the Arkansas Economic Development Institute at the University … [Read more...] about Gasoline prices’ rise in Arkansas, nationally tied to oil costs, cold weather
WALLY HALL: Arkansas HOF to add distinguished class
Arkansas running back Madre Hill evades a Tennessee defender during a game Saturday, Oct. 23, 1995, in Fayetteville. (AP Photo/Danny Johnston) Every November, the Arkansas Sports Hall of Fame board meets to approve the incoming class, and this year was one of the most interesting votes as the more than 700 members who voted nailed it. The top four vote-getters in both the regular division and senior division were voted in, as well as one other well-deserving inductee. The banquet is set for March 29 at the Statehouse Convention Center. It is another outstanding class, and congratulations to the following (in alphabetical order): Gary Adams, the pride of Piggott, was undefeated as a high school quarterback but switched to defense at the University of Arkansas and helped the Hogs to a 22-8-1 record during his playing days. He was a three-time All-Southwest Conference player and had 13 interceptions. Adams was selected to Arkansas' All-Decade Team for the 1960s. He also was drafted by … [Read more...] about WALLY HALL: Arkansas HOF to add distinguished class
Hogs respond to perturbed Morris’ message
Arkansas defensive lineman McTelvin Agim (3) chases Auburn quarterback Jarrett Stidham during a game Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018, in Auburn, Ala. - Photo by Ben Goff AUBURN, Ala. -- After the loss to North Texas, Chad Morris was more than unhappy. He was ticked off. The University of Arkansas head football coach called his team together last Sunday and did exactly what his players needed. He chewed butt. He was sick and tired of some of the things he was seeing and hearing, and he let his team know it wasn't acceptable or the way to win games. A lack of discipline had been gnawing at him. The complaining about hard practices was getting on his last nerve. So he objectively critiqued his Razorbacks. Loudly at times. Word of the meeting spread fast -- and while it may never be admitted -- it was exactly what Morris needed to do. On Saturday night, for the first time this season, the Arkansas Razorbacks showed improvement. The Hogs were better everywhere but on special teams, which were … [Read more...] about Hogs respond to perturbed Morris’ message