Business

WiFi park nearly complete in Newport

Visitors to the WiFi Park in Newport will soon have access to high-speed internet. Ritter Communication has installed its RightFiber system at the park. The Newport Economic Development Commission (NEDC)…

ASBTDC to host financing seminars in NEA

The Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center at Arkansas State University will host “How to Get SBA Financing for your Small Business” Sept. 20, at the Delta Center for…

Arkansas History Commission rules against Fort Smith on flag display waiver

The Arkansas History Commission on Thursday (Sept. 8) denied the city of Fort Smith’s historical preservation waiver, a move that could require the city to replace the Flags over Fort…

Enrollment up 8.3% at the University of Arkansas; up almost 11% at NWACC

The number of enrolled students is up at NorthWest Arkansas Community College in Bentonville and the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville from a year ago. UA officials reported Thursday (Sept….

ArcBest reports continued ‘momentum,’ says August revenue up 18%

Fort Smith-based ArcBest is likely to again post impressive financial numbers in its third quarter report. The logistics and shipping company on Thursday (Sept. 8) said its July revenue was…

The Supply Side: Product shortages, rising prices create push for shopper loyalty

Rising prices and product shortages continue to change consumer shopping behaviors, forcing retailers to focus more on customer loyalty and acquiring and retaining their shopping base, according to a new…

Roby Brock to host Capitol View, Talk Business & Politics on Nexstar stations statewide

Nexstar Corp. and Talk Business & Politics announced Thursday (Sept. 8) that Roby Brock will be the new host of Capitol View, which airs statewide. Brock was an original host…

Biz accelerator in Northwest Arkansas will focus on women’s health

Northwest Arkansas tech/health innovation hub FemHealth Founders (FHF) disclosed details Thursday (Sept. 8) for its inaugural accelerator program focused on women’s health and wellness. Five startups will be chosen for…

AG Rutledge lands $13.5 million for Arkansas in JUUL settlement

Arkansas Attorney General Leslie Rutledge announced Wednesday (Sept. 7) a $438.5 million agreement in principle between JUUL Labs and 34 states and territories resolving a two-year investigation into the e-cigarette…

UAFS chancellor pulls voting site plan after Election Commission cancels meeting

Dr. Terisa Riley, University of Arkansas at Fort Smith chancellor, on Wednesday (Sept. 7) rescinded the university’s proposal for a voting location on the campus after a special meeting of…

Expect higher-than-average natural gas prices this winter, EIA says

Natural gas prices are projected to be higher than average this winter amid low inventories and strong demand globally, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA). LNG (liquified natural…

UA Little Rock sees large growth in first-time freshmen, transfer, and graduate students

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock said Wednesday (Sept. 7) it exceeded its enrollment predictions and is experiencing record-setting growth for first-time freshmen, transfer, and graduate students for the…

Tyson Foods commits $2.5 Million to fight hunger

Tyson Foods has pledged $2.5 million to address food insecurity by partnering with Feeding America member food banks. The gift comes in addition to 2.5 million pounds of meat, which…

Walmart issues $5 billion in new debt; partners with UnitedHealth Group

Walmart seeks to raise $5 billion in operating capital through four separate bond issues ahead of expected Federal Reserve interest rate hike. Also, the Bentonville-based retailer announced Wednesday (Sept. 7)…

All Arkansas metro areas see year-over-year job gains in July

Jobless rates in seven of the eight metro areas within or including parts of Arkansas were down compared with July 2021, and all areas posted year-over-year job gains. The largest…

Arkansas Department of Agriculture distributes $20,000 in college scholarships

The Arkansas Department of Agriculture recently awarded $20,000 in scholarships to eight students attending Arkansas universities with agricultural programs. The universities include Arkansas State University, Southern Arkansas University, the University…