by - October 5, 2012 3:11 pm
Grant Tennille teased during a Friday panel discussion in Rogers that the state is looking to soon close on what could be the largest private-sector economic development announcement in the…
by - October 5, 2012 3:08 pm
SPRINGDALE — A new partnership between a Springdale company and a U.S. Defense contractor will mean safer, healthier body armor for law enforcement and soldiers, according to a press release…
by - October 5, 2012 10:55 am
In our weekend compilation of outside reading, we take a look at a worldwide bakery known for its efficiency and the cast of characters on Sesame Street.
by - October 5, 2012 9:52 am
The Conway Area Chamber of Commerce said it will partner with a newly formed local nonprofit, Lifelong Learners Inc., in the development of a Pre-K program focused on kindergarten readiness,…
by - October 5, 2012 9:47 am
The average age of cars and trucks on the road today is 11 years old. Historically it’s been about 8 years, but consumers have held on to their vehicles longer in the tepid economy and lackluster job market.
by - October 5, 2012 9:46 am
Springdale-based NanoMech is partnering with KDH Defense Systems, Inc. to deploy technology used in body armor for soldiers and law enforcement professionals.
by - October 4, 2012 11:39 pm
The average age of cars and trucks on the road today is 11 years old. Historically it's been about 8 years, but consumers have held on to their vehicles longer…
by - October 4, 2012 9:05 pm
The Greater Fort Smith Association of Home Builders (GFSAHB) kicked off its Fall Parade of Homes Thursday night (Oct. 4) with the preview reception of the 2012 Showcase Home at…
by - October 4, 2012 8:53 pm
Bank of the Ozarks will acquire Genala Banc of Alabama for $27.3 million, the two banks announced on Thursday (Oct. 4). According to the terms of the agreement, Bank of…
by - October 4, 2012 8:07 pm
Wal-Mart Stores Inc. asked a federal judge to dismiss a proposed class-action lawsuit alleging the company discriminated against female employees in Texas by paying and promoting them less than men….
by - October 4, 2012 4:51 pm
Bank of the Ozarks will acquire Genala Banc of Alabama for $27.3 million, the two banks announced on Thursday. According to the terms of the agreement, Bank of the Ozarks…
by - October 4, 2012 2:32 pm
The Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism announced Thursday (Oct. 4) its fall foliage update schedule and the process by which Arkansas communities may join the 17th annual Trail of…
by - October 4, 2012 2:19 pm
Orders placed with U.S. factories fell in August by the most in more than three years, signaling that slowdowns in business investment and exports restrained the economic expansion. The 5.2%…
by - October 4, 2012 1:48 pm
Wal-Mart Stores Inc., the biggest U.S. retailer, was sued in Florida by 11 women who claim the company engages in gender-based discrimination, two days after a similar case was brought…
by - October 4, 2012 1:04 pm
Retailers across the country said sales slowed in September following a busy back-to-school season. The 17 retail chains tracked by Thomson Reuters I/B/E/S reported a cumulative same-store sales increase of…
by - October 4, 2012 2:25 am
The retail landscape is in the midst of a massive transformation from sprawling big box stores that could become distribution warehouses for nimble omnichannel operations by 2020. A recent report…
by - October 3, 2012 8:44 pm
August jobless rates in Arkansas’ major metropolitan areas declined from the previous month and in year-over-year comparisons.
by - October 3, 2012 8:20 pm
Deposits grew at a rate of 8.42% across the nations’ banks according to the June 30 market share report made public Tuesday (Oct. 2) by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp.
by - October 3, 2012 5:12 pm
FAYETTEVILLE — The 20th annual Washington Regional Foundation Gala has a new honorary gala chair, Foundation officials announced Wednesday (Oct. 3). Jeff Davis, senior vice president and treasurer for Wal-Mart…
by - October 3, 2012 4:56 pm
Apple fans are a loyal group, but it’s Google that continues to top the market for the smartphone platforms used by consumers during a three month period ending Aug. 30….
