by - May 1, 2012 10:54 pm
Simmons First CEO Tommy May is a member of the state’s business hall of fame, but one of his greatest contributions to Arkansas’ corporate leadership may be his living testimony of tenacity and grit.
by - May 1, 2012 10:03 pm
Endorsements are a collection of medals that candidates and campaigns covet as they seek to build coalitions of support and shape their public image of invincibility or momentum. But do they really make a difference?
by - May 1, 2012 9:50 pm
A Mexican law professor and a well-known ethics expert weigh in on the Wal-Mart bribery scandal.
by - May 1, 2012 1:17 pm
The U.S. Department of Labor says Bentonville-based Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. has agreed to pay more than $4.8 million in back wages and damages to more than 4,500 employees. Additionally, Wal-Mart will pay $463,815 in civil money penalties.
by - May 1, 2012 12:04 pm
Arkansas Gov. Mike Beebe elaborated on a number of issues, including the looming Medicaid crisis, his trade trip to China and control of the state legislature in our latest “Talk Politics” interview.
by - April 30, 2012 9:37 pm
Tuesday morning, May 1, at 10 a.m., Talk Business & Politics will launch its latest installment of “Talk Politics,” our Q&A session with Gov. Mike Beebe (D).
by - April 30, 2012 9:08 pm
We are technically about halfway through the first quarter of the 21st century. When today’s kindergarteners graduate, what will Arkansas look like?
by - April 30, 2012 12:00 pm
Arvest Mortgage Co. said it originated more than $548 million in new mortgage loans for purchases and refinancing — a 97% increase over last year.
by - April 30, 2012 8:36 am
U.S. Cellular and Little Rock-based Alltel Wireless have joined together to begin offering a no contract wireless service in select Walmart stores across 18 states beginning in May.
by - April 29, 2012 10:46 pm
Will the West Memphis 3 case play a role in the upcoming First District Congressional election?
by - April 29, 2012 9:50 pm
What do lawyers, accountants, architects, engineers, graphic designers and environmental consultants have in common? They’re part of a growing business class in Arkansas, but more is needed.
by - April 27, 2012 5:49 pm
Whirlpool’s director of human resources at its Fort Smith manufacturing plant, sent a note to Fort Smith Mayor Sandy Sanders setting June 29 as the date Whirlpool will close its Fort Smith operation.
by - April 27, 2012 9:46 am
Pine Bluff-based Simmons First National Bank added Dean Chambliss and Johnny McGraw to its board of directors. Chambliss is a life-long resident of Jefferson County and the owner of H&D…
by - April 27, 2012 9:31 am
President Barack Obama appears safe with First District Democratic primary voters, who offer insight on their political leanings in our latest survey.
by - April 27, 2012 6:32 am
Highlighting “a number of unusual items,” trucking giant Arkansas Best swung to an $18.2 million first quarter loss despite a modest revenue gain.
by - April 27, 2012 6:31 am
Controversy is certainly nothing new for Wal-Mart — a simple Google search found a dozen or so active petitions started this year against the Bentonville behemoth.
by - April 26, 2012 3:50 pm
Last week, a survey of Republican voters in south Arkansas stated their overwhelming opposition to an increased tax on individuals making more than $1 million annually. Democrats in Arkansas feel quite differently.
by - April 26, 2012 2:43 pm
Fayetteville-based Mitchell Communications Group has received two national awards. The Holmes Report recognized Mitchell as 2012 Small Agency of the Year for its high-profile clients, rate of growth and broad…
by - April 26, 2012 9:49 am
Ever wonder how the iconic Arkansas restaurant chain, U.S. Pizza, got its start? Meet U.S. Pizza founder and President Judy Waller Breece.
by - April 26, 2012 9:37 am
Invotek, a research and development company in Alma, Arkansas, has received a $550,000 Phase II Small Business Innovation Research grant from the National Institutes of Health.
