Author: Roby Brock

Roby Brock

Stephens Inc. Opens San Francisco Research Office

Stephens Inc. has expanded its equity research department with a new operation in San Francisco’s financial district. The location will focus on equity research in the specialty finance industry.

Ellington Addresses Fundraising Shortfall, WM3 Contributions

Jonesboro Prosecuting Attorney and First Congressional District Democratic candidate Scott Ellington didn’t light up the first quarter fundraising circuit, raising only $19,955 in the month of March when he was a formal candidate.

Huckabee’s Rankin Video Takes Swipe At Cotton

Gov. Mike Huckabee, who has been a stalwart supporter of Fourth District Republican Beth Anne Rankin for Congress, sends a video message to supporters today that takes aim at Rankin’s chief rival, Tom Cotton.

Arkansas Pediatric Chapter Wins National Award

The Arkansas Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has been chosen as the Outstanding Chapter of the Year by the national AAP in the “medium chapter” category. The…

Sen. Mark Pryor Opposes Obama Buffett Rule Proposal

Pres. Barack Obama can count on one fewer Democrat in the U.S. Senate to support his plan to increase taxes on those making more than $1 million a year.

Northwest Arkansas State Senate Races Hit Airwaves

Two of the most heated GOP State Senate primary races involve Districts 1 and 7, which saw candidates hit the broadcast and cable TV airwaves this week.

Clinton Promotes Agriculture, Shares Memories In Fayetteville

It was a homecoming of sorts for former U.S. President Bill Clinton Sunday (April 15) as he returned to his alma mater paying homage to his longtime friends — Dale and Betty Bumpers.

Businesses Big And Small, Far And Near Pursuing Sustainable Efforts

In today’s world of commerce, efforts to reduce the impact on the environment are a necessity for doing business.

Walmart Nominates Google Executive To Board Of Directors

Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. announced that its board of directors has nominated Marissa A. Mayer of Google Inc. for election as a new member of the company’s board at Walmart’s annual shareholders’ meeting on June 1, 2012.

Arkansas A Leader In Tax Incentive Evaluation

Arkansas is one of 13 states “Leading the way” on the evaluation of tax incentives for economic development, according to a recent report from the Pew Center on the States.

Perry: ‘Too Damn Much Money’ Goes To D.C.

Texas Gov. Rick Perry and former frontrunner for the GOP presidential nomination was in Fort Smith on Saturday and joked that part of his visit was to do “a bit of scouting” in Arkansas now that Texas A&M is joining the Southeastern Conference.

Bank Of The Ozarks Net Income Climbs To $18 Million In First Quarter

Bank of the Ozarks, Inc. posted a strong first quarter profit of $18 million and company officials reported new lending activity that would provide “excellent prospects for growth” in the future.

Republican Party of Arkansas Reviewing Status of Employee Linked To Petrino

On the heels of news involving a Republican Party of Arkansas employee sending hundreds of text messages to former Razorback football coach Bobby Petrino, the state GOP said today they are reviewing part-time employee Alison Melder’s employment status.