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Walmart U.S. Names Steve Bratspies Chief Merchandising Officer

Bratspies promotion will be effective Oct. 19, the retailer announced on Friday.

Walmart CFO Charles Holley Announces Retirement

The company has appointed Brett Biggs its new CFO, effective Dec. 31.

Tyson Foods to Build 44,000-SF Office, Locate Over 300 to Emma Avenue

Tyson Foods Inc. to kick-start redevelopment in downtown Springdale with a combined 72,000-SF of office space and relocation of approximately 300 employees.

Arkansas WTC Builds Trade Partnership with Nigeria

The World Trade Center Arkansas and the Nigerian-American Chamber of Commerce signed a series of agreements.

UA Chancellor Finalists Announced

University of Arkansas System President Don Bobbitt, with input from the Chancellor Search Committee, has selected three finalists for the University of Arkansas chancellor post and scheduled times for them to visit the Fayetteville campus this month.

Credit Union to Break Ground On New Facility October 6

The UARK Federal Credit Union is building a $2 million building at 50 E. Van Asche Drive in Fayetteville.

Walmart Home Office Lays Off 450

The Associated Press: Layoffs were across all areas of the company and represent the largest cuts at headquarters since 2009.

Skyline Report: Building Permits Up, Values Down

Arvest Bank loan manager says people are opting for smaller homes, with the amenities of larger ones.

UAs Poultry Science Center to Mark 20th Anniversary

Officials from Tyson Foods Inc., Georges Inc. and Simmons Foods will be a part of the festivities Oct. 6 to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the Center of Excellence for Poultry Science at the Univ. of Arkansas in Fayetteville.

Terminella Sitting on Gold Mine (OPINION)

Real estate broker Tom Terminella says 264 the extension of West Van Asche Drive in Fayetteville could trigger nearly $1 billion in construction and land value.

Heading Uptown: Improved Roads Anchor Fayettevilles Prospects

The 1-mile extension of West Van Asche Drive between Gregg and Garland avenues, makes way for development possibilities.

Benefits of Equipment Leasing vs. Other Finance Options (OPINION)

One way to keep your business moving ahead without jeopardizing your operating capital is to consider equipment leasing.

How Long Will Your CPA Be Around? (OPINION)

With about 10,000 baby boomers retiring each day, accounting firms need business transition plans.

Porterfield Opening Accounting Office in Fayetteville

Tom Porterfield, owner of the Harrison-based firm, says the pull of Northwest Arkansas was just too strong to ignore.

Local Professionals Talk Tips For Tax Season

Small business owners should be organized and stay in touch with their CPA throughout the year.

News Cycle Gobbled Up By Grocery, Food Reports

While retail news is typically fueled by speculation, news and analysis about the upcoming holiday season during this time of year, news from the grocery and food sectors have eclipsed stories on holiday deals and hot products.

Savings Catcher Catches On With Consumers

Price-matching mobile app has a 4+ star rating on the Google Play app store, indicating that customers are satisfied with its performance.

Focus on Suppliers Starts New Season With Neile Jones

Jones, well-known in the region as former evening news anchor for NBC affiliate KNWA-TV, is now host and executive producer for the 8th & Walton television program.