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More office space ticketed for Pinnacle

A 40,000-square-foot office building is being planned for the Pinnacle Country Club in Rogers.

Patricia Brown, co-owner of Talk Business & Politics, has died

Patricia Brown, a co-owner of Talk Business & Politics and the Northwest Arkansas Business Journal, has died following a long battle with cancer. She was 59. Patricia was born in…

Bill Bradley to retire from Washington Regional next year

Officials at Washington Regional Medical System in Fayetteville announced Thursday (Nov. 17) that Bill Bradley, the organizations longest-serving chief executive officer, will retire in November next year.

Walmart Museum adds new exhibits

New permanent exhibits include the front door from Wal-Mart Stores founder Sam Waltons first Ben Franklin store in Newport, a jewelry safe once used in the Walmart Supercenter on West Walnut Street in Rogers, and a copy of Waltons flight book and visor.

E-commerce continues to play a larger role in retailers Black Friday, holiday game plans

Retail giant Walmart U.S. will kick off its digital Black Friday sales in Arkansas at 11:01 p.m. the night before Thanksgiving Day, three hours earlier than last year.

‘Hogeye races gain Tyson Foods as presenting sponsor, moving from Fayetteville to Springdale

Tyson Foods of Springdale announced Monday (Nov. 14) an agreement to become the presenting sponsor of the Hogeye Marathon and Relays, an annual marathon, half marathon, 4-person relay, 5K run/walk and kids marathon.

Wall Street expects Wal-Mart to report reduced third-quarter earnings, 1% revenue gain

Margin compression and increased spending on e-commerce capabilities is expected to dampen Wal-Mart Stores third-quarter earnings by about 7% compared to a year ago.

CS&L expands into Latin America, announces third quarter loss of $4.1 million

Communications Sales & Leasing on Monday announced plans to expand its wireless tower network into Latin America even as the Little Rock-based real estate investment trust (REIT) reported another quarterly…

Chris Sultemeier, top logistics exec at Walmart U.S., to retire in January

The announcement was made by Wal-Mart Stores CEO Doug McMillon at the retailers annual Veterans Day event held Friday at the corporate headquarters.

Tensions flare over Riley Farm Health & Rehab facility, planning commission votes against

The Fort Smith Planning Commission denied conditional use and variance requests for a proposed Riley Farm Health & Rehab facility at 6301 Riley Park Drive that would have employed 120….

Wal-Mart CEO makes hard sell on environmental transparency and sustainability to Millennials

Wal-Mart CEO Doug McMillon recently laid out his vision to Millennials for the retailers effort to create a new era of trust and transparency for customers.

Talk Business & Politics Election Day coverage

Talk Business & Politics will be providing all-day coverage on Election Day, November 8, 2016. You can watch a live-stream of our coverage in partnership with KATV Channel 7 News…

E. Fay Jones home built for Broyles on the market

The former residence of the legendary athletic director and football coach is listed at $998,700.

Rogers company IPG strikes licensing agreement with Avia

The first collection will arrive in stores and online by summer 2017.

Virtual Care: Arkansas Childrens Hospital to pilot pediatric telemedicine around the state

Technology bridges the gap in areas with a shortage of physician specialists.

Walmart U.S. slows on health and wellness programs

When asked what was new on the health and wellness agenda, Walmart said simply it continues commitments to make healthcare and healthier food more affordable and accessible.

How to unlock hidden profitability (OPINION)

Your employees, customers and vendors can provide a fresh set of eyes to unveil profits you might be walking past every day.

Planning for long-term care is crucial for retirement (OPINION)

Individuals who live past age 65 have a 70% chance of eventually needing long-term care, but less than one-third over 50 have addressed the issue, government data show.

A game-changer (OPINION)

The executive director of the Arkansas Health Insurance Marketplace says the Small Business Health Options Program help employers provide accessible health coverage to its employees.

Wal-Marts e-commerce push echoes through Vendorville

The retailer has spent $6 billion on e-commerce since 2013.

Oak Tree Financial acquires Riverside Bank

AcreTrader’s newest product, Acres.com, generating huge growth

U.S. online grocery sales up 18.52% in December

Steel workforce an advantage for Northeast Arkansas, panel says