22 Dec 2025 Arkansas Homefurnishings Association hosts 96th Banquet

LITTLE ROCK — The Arkansas Homefurnishings Association (ARHFA) hosted its 96th Annual Awards and Appreciation Banquet this past week, celebrating the individuals, businesses, and partners whose contributions have strengthened the organization during an era of rapid change and economic uncertainty.

The Arkansas RoadRunners, the Association’s Sales Representative Division, honored this year’s Dealers of the Year across four districts:

· East District 2025 DOTY: Crafton’s Furniture & Appliance

· South District 2025 DOTY: Laster’s Furniture Company

· North District 2025 DOTY: Tucker’s Furniture & Appliance

· West Central 2025 DOTY & Overall Dealer of the Year: Cost Plus Furniture

The RoadRunners also presented Nichole Cason of Acima with the prestigious 2025 RoadRunner of the Year Award.

Several members were recognized for milestone achievements, including Bob Davis, who received a 25-year ARHFA membership award. Store anniversaries were also celebrated: Hank’s Fine Furniture (50 years), Burbank Furniture (75 years), and Laster’s Furniture Company (100 years).

This year’s Hall of Fame inductees included Cyndi McElmurry of The Furniture Store in Cabot and Frankie Bates, an associate representative from Shiner, Texas.

The ceremony concluded with the traditional passing of the gavel as past presidents in attendance ceremonially transitioned leadership to 2026 ARHFA President Brad Butler, who expressed his appreciation and readiness to guide the Association into the coming year.

For more than 97 years, the Arkansas Homefurnishings Association has supported furniture manufacturers and retailers across the state through legislative advocacy, tax protection, education, business development opportunities, financial programs, and networking events.

To learn more about the continued growth and initiatives of the Arkansas Homefurnishings Association, visit arhfa.com.