Author: Roby Brock

Roby Brock

The Session Wraps Up: The Speaker’s Race, Sine Die And More

As the fiscal session draws to a close today at noon, there will be more than the usual “sine die” procedures.

Allen’s Canning To Sell 4 Brands In ‘Strategic Repositioning’

Siloam Springs-based Allens, Inc. is selling four of its six frozen vegetable operations to The Bonduelle Group in an effort to “strategically reposition its brand.”

Governor Beebe Appoints 32 To Boards and Commissions

Governor Mike Beebe today announced the following appointments to boards and commissions: Billy “Scott” Berna, Fayetteville, to the Burial Association Board. Appointment expires December 31, 2016. Replaces Donald Martin. Steve…

Walmart Bullish On Global Prospects As International Arena Evolves

The $25 billion revenue growth enjoyed by Wal-Mart Stores Inc. last year was largely due to its assets abroad – a phenomenon not likely to change anytime soon.

First District Democrats Making Introductions On Jobs, Debts And Deficits

Two of the three Democrats vying for the First District Congressional nomination have been profiled on our newest radio partner, KASU-91.9 FM.

Are We Headed For A Wireless Spectrum Disaster?

The networks that run high-speed smart devices are struggling to keep up with consumer demand and the prospects are daunting that they’ll be able to continue the pace in the future without radical changes.

Arkansas May Lose 223 Air Force Jobs

A “Force Structure Announcement” released Wednesday (Mar. 7) by the U.S. Air Force shows Arkansas losing 223 positions, or 2.75%, under the previously announced budget cuts and force changes.

Jonesboro Print Production Firm Closing, 600 Jobs At Risk

Quad/Graphics, a printing company headquartered in Sussex, Wisconsin, is closing its Jonesboro plant in the fourth quarter of this year.

Tyson Foods CEO Says Eye On Domestic, Foreign Growth

Tyson Foods is in an “enviable position” in the meat industry and that affords it numerous options, CEO Donnie Smith told an investor conference on Wednesday (March 7).

$20 Million Blass Building Redevelopment Announced For Downtown Little Rock

The Doyle Rogers Co. and Moses Tucker Real Estate announced plans for a $20 million mixed-use development of the old Blass Department Store building on Main Street in Little Rock.

Walton Family Foundation Invested $159 Million In Education Reform In 2011

The Walton Family Foundation says it invested more than $159 million in education reform initiatives for 2011 primarily in grants to organizations and programs.

Ed Ellis Joins Harrison Energy Partners

Little Rock-based Harrison Energy Partners hired Ed Ellis as a new project manager. Ellis is a Certified Energy Manager by the Association of Energy Engineers. and has more than 35…

Clean & Green: More Than Meets The Eye At Witt Stephens, Jr. Nature Center

More than 250,000 visitors have passed through the doors of the Witt Stephens, Jr. Nature Center in downtown Little Rock’s River Market.

Mark Rushing To Join UA Communications Team

Mark Rushing, a veteran public relations executive and broadcast journalist, has been appointed director of strategic communications for the office of university relations at the University of Arkansas. Rushing will…

Governor Beebe, Economist Weigh In On Tourism Impact

Based on nearly every economic indicator, 2011 was a rebound year for Arkansas tourism. What does 2012 have in store?

Oklahoma Court Reverses 2010 Verdict Against Tyson Foods

Tyson chicken growers in McCurtain County, Okla. won’t get the $10 million settlement they had hoped until Tyson Foods gets a new day in court.

Democratic Party Says Smith Candidacy Won’t Be Certified

The saga of former State Rep. Fred Smith (D-Crawfordsville) continued on Monday.

Arkansas Children’s Hospital Turns 100 With Accolades From All

The 100th birthday of Arkansas Children’s Hospital was marked by a new fundraising goals and accolades from generations of politicians and community leaders.

USA Truck Takeover Attempt Comes To A Screeching Halt

Indianapolis-based Celadon Group sold on Feb. 28 all its shares of Van Buren-based USA Truck, effectively ending a bid to buy USA Truck.

Joint Revenue and Tax Committee To Chart Exemption Review Course

Right after Arkansas taxpayers file their annual state and federal income tax returns, lawmakers will begin a review process that could lead to a tax break.