by - February 13, 2011 7:00 pm
Agriculture Hall Of Fame To Induct Five
Five new inductees will be included in the Arkansas Agriculture Hall of Fame for their contributions to one of the state’s largest economic engines.
Author: Talk Business
by - February 13, 2011 7:00 pm
Rep. Webb Files Bills To Regulate Natural Gas Industry (updated)
Rep. Kathy Webb certainly has influence over where the "green" goes in Arkansas as co-chair of the powerful Joint Budget Committee.
by - February 13, 2011 7:00 pm
Two Democrats File For Open House Seat
On the first day of filing for an open House of Representatives seat, Democrats fielded two candidates in the District 54 special election.
by - February 13, 2011 7:00 pm
Rex Nelson: The Johnny Cash Economy Moves Forward
We’ve reported several times on efforts being made to tap Arkansas’ tourism potential as it relates to Johnny Cash and the legacy of his music.
by - February 13, 2011 7:00 pm
Jobless Benefits Could Be Extended With Strings Attached
A national group says Arkansas could receive an additional $95 million in extended unemployment benefits, but it would come with strings attached.
by - February 13, 2011 7:00 pm
Mcdaniel Says $2.1 Million Recovered For Consumers
Attorney General Dustin McDaniel said that his Consumer Protection Division recovered more than $2.1 million for consumers in 2010, the largest single-year recovery in the history of the state.
by - February 12, 2011 7:00 pm
Investor: Dow Topping 12,000 ‘a Significant Psychological Number’
Talk Business contributor Bob Williams, SVP with Delta Trust Investments, joined us last night to discuss the financial markets’ strong February and what may happen as we exit the current earnings season.
by - February 12, 2011 7:00 pm
House Transportation Leader Readying Roads Bill
Rep. Jonathan Barnett (R-Siloam Springs) has been charged with a daunting task this legislative session: help House Speaker Robert Moore craft a passable highway program.
by - February 11, 2011 7:00 pm
Rex Nelson: Solutions For A Two-state Arkansas
Essayist Rex Nelson has two takes on the plight of the Delta, territory he’s familiar with from his days heading the Delta Regional Authority.
by - February 11, 2011 7:00 pm
Democrats Pick Bond For Chairman
As expected, Arkansas Democrats selected former Jacksonville State Rep. Will Bond to replace Todd Turner as chairman at their Hot Springs meeting on Saturday.
by - February 11, 2011 7:00 pm
Brummett: Census Data Shows Arkansas Shifts
Political columnist John Brummett with our content partner, the Arkansas News Bureau, examines the state Census data released late last week and offers several observations.
As you know, the Census data will be used to reconfigure Congressional and legislative districts this year, which will shape the political landscape in Arkansas for the next decade.
by - February 10, 2011 7:00 pm
Arkansas Business Hall Of Fame Inducts Four
The Arkansas Business Hall of Fame inducted 4 new members into its prestigious ranks on Friday night at a Little Rock ceremony.
by - February 10, 2011 7:00 pm
Analysts: Arkansas Best Doing Better, Lowering Expectations
Two analysts who watch the financial performance of Fort Smith-based Arkansas Best Corp. say the trucking company is doing better, but have lowered their expectations for 2011 revenue and income, according to this report from our content partner, The City Wire.
by - February 10, 2011 7:00 pm
Oaklawn, Southland Set Monthly Record Highs For Egs Wagers
Electronic games of skill made a huge leap in January 2011 as live racing returned to Hot Springs-based Oaklawn and a spike in gambling occurred at Southland in West Memphis.
by - February 10, 2011 7:00 pm
Children And Families Advocate Counters Capital Gains Claims
Editor’s note: Yesterday, we conveyed thoughts from Randy Zook, president of the Arkansas State Chamber of Commerce and Associated Industries of Arkansas. Zook outlined his support for education improvement, a tax break for manufacturers, and an elimination of the capital gains tax in Arkansas.
by - February 10, 2011 7:00 pm
Five Arkansans Find Their Way To Federal Reserve Boards
The Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis has been busy putting Arkansans in a position of prominence.
by - February 10, 2011 7:00 pm
Beebe Sets Special Election For District 54 Seat
Gov. Mike Beebe set the special election dates for House District 54, which saw its controversial elected representative, Fred Smith (D-Crawfordsville), resign last month.
by - February 10, 2011 7:00 pm
Political Animals Club To Host Ledge Leaders
The central Arkansas Political Animals Club will host House Speaker Robert Moore and Senate President Paul Bookout next week.
by - February 9, 2011 7:00 pm
Tyson Foods Settles Investigation Into Mexican Operations
Tyson Foods said it has resolved a matter with the U.S. government involving Tyson’s "voluntary disclosure" of improper payments related to an export program at the company’s Mexican poultry subsidiary.
by - February 9, 2011 7:00 pm
Prison Reform Bill Nearing Public Release
An omnibus bill aimed at controlling Arkansas’ ever-growing prison population is nearing a first public viewing at the state legislature.