Med Kwik’s vending machines expand access to Narcan Pictured above, Left: Gary Whittington, Med Kwik founder, displays a box of Narcan used to treat opioid overdoses. Right: Med Kwik operates health-related vending machines across the state, including this one at UAFS. (Photos provided) Family projects take on a different meaning at the home of Van Buren pharmacists Rebecca and Gary Whittington. The Whittingtons’ latest extends beyond putting up a new basketball goal out back or an exotic family trip, although the clan did just spend spring break trekking between national parks out west. The ..read more

When it comes to staying in business throughout the decades, customer service, quality workmanship and a strong team are non-negotiables — and they are exactly what sets Gary Houston Electric Company apart from the competition. For almost 40 years, Gary Houston Electric Company has been providing central Arkansas with affordable, quality and timely commercial and residential electrical contracting services. Known for their strong emphasis on customer satisfaction, Gary Houston offers a variety of services, from whole-home generator installs and preventative maintenance to USB-C outl ..read more

 Recently, I had the opportunity to test drive the 2024 E450 4MATIC from Mercedes-Benz of Little Rock, and I have to say, this vehicle truly impresses from start to finish. It exemplifies the class and innovation of the iconic Mercedes-Benz brand — not to mention living up to the iconic E-Class name. From the moment I laid eyes on the 2024 E450, I was captivated by the design. The vehicle boasts sleek lines, a dynamic silhouette and an undeniable sense of sophistication, all of which are par for the course when it comes to this luxury sedan’s pedigree. The E450 turns heads as it cruises ..read more

A luxury car dealership and a school in an underprivileged area of the city might seem like two different worlds, but Mercedes-Benz of Little Rock is working to help children dream big and prepare them for scholastic success as the sponsor of Chicot Elementary & Early Childhood Center in Little Rock. Mark Lee, general manager, said although the dealership’s parent company, Winrock Automotive Group in Little Rock, has many national sponsorships, this is the dealership’s first community sponsorship. When he joined the dealership in January, he added, one of his priorities was to make an imp ..read more

When the subject of U.S. tech incubators comes up, downtown Little Rock is probably not the first hotspot that springs to mind, or even the second or third. The Little Rock Technology Park, however, has been quietly helping tech entrepreneurs bring their visions to life and shaping the central Arkansas startup ecosystem since 2017. This summer, the Tech Park will embark on phase 2 of its multi-part master plan, and sub-phases will come online as needed. The new phase will be geared toward tech-related tenants who are not quite ready for regular commercial office spaces but need more space tha ..read more

The National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum is once again calling those Hogs. Earlier this year, it released a series of bobbleheads featuring former Arkansas basketball coach Eric Musselman and costumed Razorback mascots Big Red and Sue E. On Friday, to celebrate the birthday of current Arkansas live mascot Tusk VI, it released a series of six bobbleheads honoring the Hogs’ Tusk live mascots. The bobbleheads are available at this link for $30 each or $180 for the series of six — one for each iteration of Tusk — plus a shipping charge of $8 per order. The bobbleheads stand on a logo-shape ..read more

When it comes to retirement planning, there is a lot of advice and anxiety circulating in equal measure. For those still early on in their careers, the end of one’s working life can seem too distant to commit any real thought towards. For others approaching that golden age, there might be uncertainty around what it takes to be truly ready for the transition. All these considerations make it essential to consult with an expert, such as the professionals at Trek Wealth Solutions, a division of Registered Investment Advisor, Sowell Management. “When most people come in and they start talking abo ..read more

Emerging technologies are perhaps one of the most impactful influences of the early 21st century, and former Gov. Asa Hutchinson took steps to both capitalize on the economic opportunities offered by such technologies and shield the state against threats caused by them. In 2019, the Arkansas General Assembly passed legislation to support a cyber alliance aimed at reducing cyber risks and encouraging economic development, and earlier, in 2017, Hutchinson formed the Blue Ribbon Commission to Report on the Economic Competitiveness of Arkansas in Data Analytics and Computing.  That commissio ..read more

Unlimited potential of new technology offset by costs Pictured above: Farmers release a drone over a field in the Delta. (Photo courtesy of UA Division of Agriculture) With advances in farm technology, Ryan Moore could theoretically drive his tractor on any field in the world while sitting on his couch in Little Rock. Moore, the owner of M&M Ag Consulting, said “theoretically” because of certain liabilities that may prevent him from safely operating his tractor only with computer technology. There could be unseen debris or erosion in a field, someone could inadvertently step in front of t ..read more

Zekelman Industries announced Thursday that it will invest up to $120 million to expand the manufacturing capabilities and product offerings of its subsidiary, Atlas Tube, in Mississippi County. The project will bring Zekelman’s total number of employees in the area to more than 300. The manufacturer also announced it will partner with Blytheville’s Arkansas Northeastern College on a new workforce training initiative. Zekelman, based in Killeen, Texas, is the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and a leading manufacturer of hollow structural sections and stee ..read more