by - May 6, 2013 8:12 am
USA Truck posts $2.5 million first-quarter loss
Even with a new CEO, business remains tough for Van Buren-based USA Truck, which on Monday reported a $2.5 million loss for the first quarter of 2013. However, the loss…
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by - May 6, 2013 7:37 am
USA Truck Posts $2.5 Million Net Loss
Embattled USA Truck posted a smaller first quarter loss than a year ago, and its new CEO says the Van Buren-based trucking company is poised for a return to profitability….
by - May 6, 2013 7:17 am
Tyson reports sour quarter, executives remain upbeat
Optimism was harder to sell by Tyson Foods’ management team on Monday (May 6) as the meat giant posted sour quarterly results amid challenges in China and softer food service…
by - May 6, 2013 7:04 am
Tyson Foods Sees Quarterly Net Income Slip
Struggles in all major segments of its business led Tyson Foods to a lower quarter of net income. The Springdale-based meat giant posted second quarter earnings of $95 million, down…
by - May 4, 2013 8:31 pm
NWACC offering online degree
NorthWest Arkansas Community College announced last week students can obtain an associate of arts degree online in two years, a structured program track that fits the needs of working adults….
by - May 4, 2013 8:19 pm
JBU student newspaper wins honors at state competition
The student newspaper staff at John Brown University recently walked away with several honors at the Arkansas College Media Association competition. Jenny Redfern, a college senior, was named the “2013…
by - May 4, 2013 9:26 am
State Chamber CEO Rates Session, Says Tort Reform Ballot Push Likely
Randy Zook, CEO of the Arkansas State Chamber of Commerce and Associated Industries of Arkansas, says his groups accomplished nearly every goal in the recently completed legislative session with the exception of tort reform. A ballot initiative may be in the works.
by - May 4, 2013 7:07 am
The Weekend Digest: Origins Of Great Business Ideas
For our weekend business and political readers. HOW GREAT BUSINESS IDEAS ARE SPAWNED Like most things, it’s different for different folks, but The Wall Street Journal in a recent post…
by - May 4, 2013 6:01 am
Mississippi Does A Quick Superproject Deal
It flew way under the radar in Arkansas reporting circles, but last week Mississippi took care of a superproject deal pledging $130 million in bonds for the location of a…
by - May 4, 2013 5:35 am
Bill And Hillary Clinton Return For Little Rock Airport Naming
Bill and Hillary Clinton returned to Little Rock for a dedication ceremony of the city’s airport named in their honor.
by - May 3, 2013 5:58 pm
Arkansas Best, Teamsters Agree To Tentative Five-year Contract
ABF Freight System, the largest subsidiary of trucking giant Arkansas Best, and the Teamsters announced late Friday (May 3) they had reached a tentative agreement on a five-year labor contract….
by - May 3, 2013 5:26 pm
ABF, Teamsters agree to tentative five-year contract
ABF Freight System and the Teamsters announced late Friday (May 3) they had reached a tentative agreement on a five-year labor contract. The next step will include the Teamsters and…
by - May 3, 2013 4:00 pm
Sen. Key: Session Successful For Schools
The passage of a new school choice law was this session’s most important education-related measure, according to Sen. Johnny Key, R-Mountain Home, chairman of the Senate Education Committee. Unlike the…
by - May 3, 2013 9:30 am
Bumpers College advisory board focus on workforce needs
The Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences at the University of Arkansas has formed a Dean’s Executive Advisory Board to help the college form a strategy to help…
by - May 3, 2013 8:44 am
Marcella Doderer Named CEO For Arkansas Children’s Hospital
Marcella (Marcy) L. Doderer of San Antonio, Texas has been named president and CEO for Arkansas Children’s Hospital. Doderer will take the helm of ACH effective July 15, 2013, following…
by - May 3, 2013 7:16 am
HMA income, revenue dip in the first quarter
Naples, Fla.-based Health Management Associates posted first quarter net income of $23.102 million, down from $37.69 million in the 2012 quarter. Total revenue in the quarter was $1.482 billion, down…
by - May 2, 2013 4:36 pm
Edelstein departs as NWA Naturals manager
The Northwest Arkansas Naturals announced Thursday (May 2) that General Manager Eric Edelstein has accepted a position with the Pacific Coast League’s Reno Aces and will transition out of his…
by - May 2, 2013 4:33 pm
Construction rebounds, more jobs and higher prices
The local construction job sector rose 9% in March, employing 700 more workers than a year ago. The uptick in residential construction has subcontracting crews busier and able to demand…
by - May 2, 2013 3:36 pm
Income tax payments boost state revenue in April
Arkansas tax collections continue to move in the right direction, with year-to-date numbers up almost 5% thanks in large part to an April shift with income tax payments. For the…
by - May 2, 2013 2:57 pm
Uncertainties remain about airport tower funds
There seems to be some confusion regarding legislation from the U.S. House of Representatives and signed by President Barack Obama that would fund the operations of air traffic control towers….