Wine bar sets up shop, cocktail lounge planned near Dickson

BY DUSTIN TRACY Northwest Arkansas Times

Tonight, Fayetteville will see its first wine bar open its doors. - Friday, September 5, 2008

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first step. Cost is $35. e-mail chamber@fayettevillear.com.

Today Washington County judge forum The Governmental Relations Committee of the Fayetteville Chamber of Commerce will have a forum for the Washington County judge candidates during its regularly scheduled meeting at noon at the chamber office. The candidates for the Washington County judge position are Marilyn Edwards and Earvel Fraley. Attend the form at no cost, but lunch is $9. You must RSVP. - Friday, September 5, 2008

Business Briefs

NWA Mall reveals management team, retailer additions Keith Hill recently assumed the role of operations manager at Northwest Arkansas Mall, returning to the property following a four-year stint with shopping mall Reit J. Herzog & Sons. Diane Dunlap also joins the management team in as marketing manager, among other duties. - Friday, September 5, 2008

Walton College retail research center to hold industry conference

Northwest Arkansas Times

The Center for Retailing Excellence in the Sam M. - Friday, August 29, 2008

Women’s conference is Sept. 30

BY TONYA MCKIEVER Benton County Daily Record

BENTONVILLE — Hosted by the Bentonville-Bella Vista Chamber of Commerce, the 10th annual Northwest Arkansas Business Women’s Conference will be Sept. 30. - Friday, August 29, 2008

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Tuesday, Sept. 2 Economic Development breakfast The Fayetteville Economic Development Council and the Fayetteville Chamber of Commerce will hold an Economic Development Bacon and Eggs at 8 a.m. at the Clarion Inn.There will be a brief update on economic development activity followed by a presentation by Dan Sanker of CaseStack. Sanker will provide a quick overview of his company then share his vision for creating a business and technology cluster centered on sustainability.This will be followed by an open discussion with time for questions, answers and input. The cost for breakfast is $9 per person; non-chamber members must pay by cash or check at the door. RSVP by calling 521-1710 or e-mailing chamber@fayettevillear.com Northwest Arkansas Dot Net User Group The Northwest Arkansas Dot Net User Group will meet from 5:30-8 p.m. in Room 100 of the Jones Center for Families, 922 East Emma Ave. in Springdale. Dennis Bottjer will present “Tips for Improving Share-Point Performance.”This is a free event, and an RSVP - Friday, August 29, 2008