Author: Roby Brock

Roby Brock

Study Shows Progress, Need For Bigger Knowledge-based Jobs Push

A new study of the state’s recent efforts to push forward with developing a more diversified knowledge-based workforce shows progress being made but key investments still needed for greater success.

BancorpSouth Names Dan Rollins As CEO

BancorpSouth, Inc. announced today that its board of directors has unanimously appointed James D. “Dan” Rollins III as the company’s new Chief Executive Officer. how to get your ex back…

Beebe Replaces Rural Services Director, Appoints Slew Of Judges

On Wednesday, Governor Mike Beebe announced a slew of judicial appointments and he appointed John Andrews as director of the Arkansas Office of Rural Services. how to get your ex…

Arkansas Unemployment Climbs Higher In October

Arkansas’ October jobless rate rose one-tenth of a point to 7.2% as the number of unemployed workers grew by an estimated 4,700.

More Options For Customers Ding Car-Mart’s Second Quarter

A tough quarter of sales pushed profits lower for America’s Car-Mart.

Tyson Foods Profits Double In Quarter, Slide For Year

Meat giant Tyson Foods saw its profits double in the fourth quarter despite a small slip in overall sales.

Delta Study Shows Small Business Key To Region’s Future

A new study shows that small businesses have been the primary driver of job growth in the Delta area of Arkansas and the U.S. as larger employers have left the region.

Governor’s Budget Calls For Deepest Reduction Of Food Tax

Governor Mike Beebe's balanced budget proposal calls for a near-elimination of the food tax based on a trigger mechanism tied to revenue growth.

Wal-Mart Sees Steady Growth, Keys On Pricing Heading Into Holidays

Retail behemoth Wal-Mart reported third quarter earnings increases of nearly 9% as steady growth across its three major divisions boosted sales and profits.

Rep. Davy Carter Ascends To House Speaker’s Post (UPDATED)

Rep. Davy Carter (R-Cabot) appears to have secured enough votes to wrestle control of the Arkansas House Speakership away from Democrat Darrin Williams and Republican Terry Rice.

Dassault Falcon To Establish Chinese Foreign Subsidiary

Dassault Falcon, which has major jet finishing operation in Little Rock, disclosed that it will establish a ‘wholly-owned foreign entity’ to represent the Falcon brand in China. The Chinese market…

House Speaker’s Race Gets A New Twist (Updated)

Multiple sources confirm to Talk Business that Rep. Davy Carter (R-Cabot) could emerge as a Republican alternative to Rep. Terry Rice (R-Waldron) as a candidate for House Speaker if members choose on Thursday to change their designated leader from Rep. Darrin Williams (D-Little Rock).