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Gov. Hutchinson to Speak at Workforce Skills Conference

The Academy for Career Educators is scheduled for June 6-9 at the Corporate Training Center of McDonalds on East Mountain Road in Springdale. The event aims to foster better collaboration between high school educators and local businesses.

Generations Bank Names Rob Kimbel, Paul Church to Board of Directors

Generations Bank, previously known as First Bank, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Camden-based Harrell Bancshares Inc. The bank officially changed its name on April 4.

Smiley Face Returns To Wal-Mart Stores Inc.

The smiley face of Wal-Mart Stores Inc. is making a comeback and will be featured in ads over the summer.

Business Journal Office Closed for Memorial Day

The Northwest Arkansas Business Journal office in Springdale will be closed on Monday, May 30, in observance of Memorial Day. The office will reopen on 8 a.m. Tuesday for regular business hours….

Former USA Truck CFO to Receive $630,000 in Separation Agreement

USA Truck Inc. of Van Buren disclosed Tuesday it is paying more than $630,000 to former executive vice president and chief financial officer Michael Borrows.

Truck Tonnage Up 2 Percent From April 2015

Seasonally-adjusted for-hire truck tonnage increased 2 percent in April compared to the same month last year.

Correction

The “Real Deals” section of our May 9 issue included incorrect information. AT&E Properties LLC, a company owned by Springdale-based real estate firm Weichert, Realtors — The Griffin Co., recently…

The Brave New World of Omnichannel Shopping

Former Walmart exec Ron Tiarks speaks on the impact of online shopping on the retail industry.

Behind the Scenes at Focus on Suppliers

The first time guests meet Emmy award-winning journalist Neile Jones, she makes them feel like an old friend.

Retail Report: Unkempt Stores, Shifting Delivery Standards

National headlines from the retail world.

Retail Details: How Much Cheese do Americans Eat?

Trivia about hot topics in the retail industry.

Saying Im Sorry (OPINION)

Because so few people or companies are willing to openly and honestly admit a mistake, those who arent afraid to do so stand out in the marketplace and create strong customer loyalty.

State Trade Association Honors Top Projects of 2015

Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) of Arkansas recently honored the states top merit shop construction projects during its annual Excellence in Construction Awards celebration in Hot Springs.