by - September 11, 2015 4:47 am
Rex Nelson: The Big Business Of College Football
The number of schools fielding teams continues to grow as the sport’s popularity – and revenues – keep on expanding.
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by - September 10, 2015 10:46 pm
Former Fort Smith associate pastor pleads guilty to mail fraud, false tax return
Thomas James, a former associate pastor at St. James Missionary Baptist Church in Fort Smith, pleaded guilty on Thursday (Sept. 10) to one count of mail fraud and one count…
by - September 10, 2015 9:54 pm
Rheem marks 45 years in Fort Smith, now focused on commercial air units
Retooling, river traffic, regulations and refrigerator manufacturers were part of the discussion Thursday (Sept. 10) when Rheem Air Conditioning’s General Manager Mike Branson met with the media as part of…
by - September 10, 2015 8:24 pm
Dr. Debra West Ready To Make Difference As New ASU-Mid South Chancellor
A large crowd gathered late Thursday at Arkansas State University-Mid South to welcome the college’s new chancellor and kick off a new beginning. “It feels like old home week,” Dr….
by - September 10, 2015 7:47 pm
More Cars And Pets In Arkansas Welcome Centers
More vehicles with more people in them are stopping at the Arkansas Welcome Centers, according to internal research presented to the State Parks, Recreation and Travel Commission.
by - September 10, 2015 7:43 pm
The Supply Side: Wal-Mart contract changes still challenging suppliers
It’s been nearly three months since retail giant Wal-Mart Stores began sending out modified supplier contracts requesting warehousing fees or shared supply-chain costs and extended payment terms on items that…
by - September 10, 2015 7:37 pm
UAMS Grant Will Test Nano-based Cancer Treatment
UAMS researchers were awarded a $1.7 million grant by the National Cancer Institute to clinically test a technology that uses lasers to detect and destroy melanomas without harming normal cells.
by - September 10, 2015 7:27 pm
Innovation Hub Tinkers With Sewing, Costumes And Food
The Arkansas Regional Innovation Hub is gearing up for some big events in the coming weeks that involve sewing, tinkering and costuming. Friday, September 11th starting at 7:00 p.m., the…
by - September 10, 2015 7:17 pm
Tailgating Tips
With the start of September in Arkansas that can only mean one thing. Football season is here! On Saturday, September 12th, the Arkansas Razorbacks take on Toledo in Little Rock…
by - September 10, 2015 6:38 pm
Startup Junkie Consulting Garners $1 Million Award
Fayetteville-based Startup Junkie Consulting announced Thursday (Sept. 10) the receipt of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Scale Up America award. This funding will provide $200,000 to the nonprofit in…
by - September 10, 2015 6:37 pm
Q&A With Tricia Beavers Of Photobooth Etc.
Tricia Beavers, the founder and owner of Photobooth Etc. in Little Rock, a full service open-air photo booth company that specializes in providing entertainment and capturing special moments. How did she get started and where is she headed?
by - September 10, 2015 5:38 pm
Arvest surpasses the $1 billion mortgage loan milestone
Arvest Bank’s mortgage division originated more than $1 billion in mortgage loans, which includes both purchase money loans and refinance loans, for the 13th consecutive year. “The Arvest Bank team…
by - September 10, 2015 5:32 pm
Talk Business, Talk Politics Podcasts Return
After a late summer hiatus, Talk Business & Politics restarts its pure-business and pure-political podcasts for fans. What are the hot topics this week?
by - September 10, 2015 5:12 pm
University of Arkansas enrollment increases nearly 2%
Enrollment figures at the University of Arkansas show the flagship campus has a total of 26,754 students for the fall semester, according to a preliminary enrollment snapshot taken Sept. 8….
by - September 10, 2015 4:50 pm
Startup Junkie Consulting garners $1 million award
Fayetteville-based Startup Junkie Consulting announced Thursday (Sept. 10) the receipt of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Scale Up America award. This funding will provide $200,000 to the nonprofit in…
by - September 10, 2015 4:13 pm
Arkansas fuel pump prices begin to fall below the $2 mark
Gas prices have dipped well below the $2 mark in most areas of state, and a number of locations in several isolated urban areas in Central Arkansas, Texarkana, Fort Smith…
by - September 10, 2015 3:51 pm
Tyson Foods Sets Its Sights, Future Profits On Brand Innovation
Springdale-based Tyson Foods is serious about its 2.0 version update now one-year following its $8.55 billion acquisition of Hillshire Brands.
by - September 10, 2015 3:21 pm
Tyson Foods sets its sights, future profits on brand innovation
Springdale-based Tyson Foods is serious about its 2.0 version update now one-year following the $8.55 billion acquisition of Hillshire Brands. Tyson Foods executive Tom Hayes recently told analysts that the…
by - September 10, 2015 10:11 am
Pump Prices Across State Dive Well Below $2 Mark
Gas prices have dipped well below the $2 mark in most areas of state. How long might these low prices stick around? Longer than you think.
by - September 10, 2015 7:27 am
Despite Better Economy, Average Consumer Debt Rises Near ‘Tipping Point’
CardHub reports consumers racked up $32.1 billion in new credit card balances during the second quarter ending June 30. Not only is this the largest second-quarter binge since the study…