by - October 13, 2012 9:32 pm
The Delta Grassroots Caucus, a powerful and influential group of political leaders across the 8-state Mississippi Delta, has leveled harsh criticism regarding comments made by three Arkansas Republicans.
by - October 12, 2012 4:43 pm
U.S. Senator Mark Pryor (D) and his wife, Jill, are divorcing after 20 years of marriage. Pryor, 49, who will stand for re-election in 2014, has been a U.S. Senator…
by - October 11, 2012 6:40 pm
Electronic games of skill wagering at Arkansas’ two racetracks and casinos set a new record topping $2 billion for the year with three months to go.
by - October 11, 2012 5:42 pm
Bank of the Ozarks reported net income for the quarter ended September 30, 2012 of $19.3 million, a 2.0% increase from $18.9 million for the third quarter of 2011. Diluted…
by - October 11, 2012 4:35 pm
Ballot Issue No. 5, the medicinal marijuana proposal, will face opposition from a coalition of conservative action groups and law enforcement officials and supporters plan to bring a daytime TV star to the state to support their cause.
by - October 11, 2012 4:15 pm
Entergy Arkansas said it will close a Pine Bluff systems operations center by the middle of 2015, eliminating 100 jobs at the location and possibly moving them to Little Rock.
by - October 11, 2012 8:51 am
It would appear that Rep. Jon Hubbard (R-Jonesboro) has written a new letter to the editor to the Jonesboro Sun. Hubbard, whose writings on slavery, education and immigration have been…
by - October 11, 2012 8:46 am
The U.S. Senate Committee On Commerce, Science and Transportation sent a letter today (Oct. 11) to a number of data brokers requesting information regarding their business practices. Little Rock-based Acxiom…
by - October 10, 2012 2:11 pm
First District Congressman Rick Crawford (R) launched his first television ad of the 2012 campaign.
by - October 9, 2012 3:35 pm
The Democratic Party of Arkansas launched a web site and TV ad this week to respond to recent criticism about the state.
by - October 9, 2012 4:47 am
Three Republican legislative candidates have had more of their controversial writings exposed. The Arkansas GOP says it will no longer contribute to their campaigns, but has stopped short of asking them to withdraw from their races.
by - October 7, 2012 8:21 pm
As aspects of the federal health care law go into effect, businesses and workers better brace for a shock to the system.
by - October 7, 2012 8:17 pm
You’ve heard of LEED-certified buildings. It is the environmental gold standard for those who want to optimize recycling, renewable energy, and reclamation projects in their offices and homes. The Clinton…
by - October 7, 2012 3:52 pm
It’s only one month until the Presidential election and the debates are finally starting. So, forgetting all the polls for a moment, let’s look at some numbers that are available…
by - October 6, 2012 1:53 pm
A day after reports of two Republican state lawmakers’ controversial comments on slavery and Muslims, Arkansas GOP leaders commented on the statements.
by - October 5, 2012 9:52 am
The Conway Area Chamber of Commerce said it will partner with a newly formed local nonprofit, Lifelong Learners Inc., in the development of a Pre-K program focused on kindergarten readiness,…
by - October 5, 2012 9:46 am
Springdale-based NanoMech is partnering with KDH Defense Systems, Inc. to deploy technology used in body armor for soldiers and law enforcement professionals.
by - October 4, 2012 4:51 pm
Bank of the Ozarks will acquire Genala Banc of Alabama for $27.3 million, the two banks announced on Thursday. According to the terms of the agreement, Bank of the Ozarks…
by - October 4, 2012 11:55 am
The Arkansas Supreme Court disqualified a proposed constitutional amendment to allow casino operations throughout the state — a measure being guided by professional poker player Nancy Todd.
by - October 2, 2012 10:47 pm
The newest edition of Talk Business Quarterly is out and our cover story on retiring Tyson Foods executive Archie Schaffer is a great read.
