by - February 22, 2017 8:54 pm
Members of the Arkansas House of Representatives Wednesday failed to pass a bill that would cap workers’ compensation benefits at 450 weeks and passed a bill requiring Arkansas students to…
by - February 22, 2017 8:44 pm
A Senate committee on Wednesday gave a “do pass” recommendation to legislation that would give charter schools across the state the “right of first refusal” to purchase facilities that are…
by - February 22, 2017 6:50 pm
The recent quarter was good for Walmart U.S., but the CEO of the division still has a long list of improvements he wants to make within the retailer’s flagship unit….
by - February 22, 2017 4:19 pm
According to a filing Wednesday (Feb. 22) with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, investment management firm Southeastern Asset Management of Memphis has picked up 1,827,558 shares of common stock…
by - February 22, 2017 3:40 pm
The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith is offering a non-credit course for those interested in being a licensed commercial pilot of unmanned aircraft – aka, drones. It’s the first…
by - February 22, 2017 3:02 pm
America’s Car-Mart executives expect a busy next couple of weeks as tax refund checks begin reaching their customers. On Monday (Feb. 20), the company reported third-quarter earnings fell 30% to…
by - February 22, 2017 2:14 pm
Most carriers have been struggling to secure contract rate increases so far in 2017, but James Reed, CEO of Van Buren-based USA Truck, said the carrier and customers recently agreed…
by - February 22, 2017 2:09 pm
The Greater Bentonville Area Chamber of Commerce is now formally aligned with the city of Pea Ridge, according to a chamber press release. The Pea Ridge City Council approved a…
by - February 22, 2017 1:41 pm
Enrollment continues to rise in broadcast journalism programs at several Arkansas universities, despite some lingering doubts that traditional media conduits can survive alongside digital. Instructors say the solution has been…
by - February 22, 2017 11:06 am
Jeff Charlson has joined Startup Junkie Consulting as senior entrepreneur-in-residence, the Fayetteville-based mentoring source for entrepreneurs announced Wednesday (Feb. 22). Charlson is CEO and co-founder of Bike Rack Brewing Co….
by - February 22, 2017 7:47 am
U.S. crude oil production rose for the second consecutive month in November, the first such occurrence since early 2015, according to the latest data available from the U.S. Energy Information Administration….
by - February 22, 2017 7:43 am
Orders of class 8 trucks in North America rose to 22,188 units in January, a 13-month high, according to ACT Research. Meanwhile, orders of trailers in North America increased 92%…
by - February 22, 2017 7:32 am
The public will have an opportunity to comment on a proposed draft permit for storage and land application of liquid waste for C&H Hog Farms before the Arkansas Department of…
by - February 21, 2017 6:19 pm
Editor’s note: The Supply Side section of Talk Business & Politics focuses on the companies, organizations, issues and individuals engaged in providing products and services to retailers. The Supply Side…
by - February 21, 2017 5:04 pm
The Central Business Improvement District (CBID) has enrolled as a non-profit in the newly formed Fort Smith Downtown Business Association (FSDBA). Organizers Pam Kelly and Bobby Aldridge presented a vision…
by - February 21, 2017 4:35 pm
Tom Hayes has been CEO of Tyson Foods for just seven weeks and has already shaken up the company’s core structure, rolled out a new logo, will begin grinding up…
by - February 21, 2017 2:20 pm
Editor’s note: Story updated with additions and changes throughout. –––––––––––––––––––– Fiscal year net income fell 7.2% for Wal-Mart Stores and revenue for the year rose 0.8% to $485.873 billion thanks…
by - February 21, 2017 11:23 am
Steve and Sharon Stafford of Green Forest and their family will give $100,000 toward the construction of Arkansas Children’s Northwest hospital. Steve Stafford is chairman and CEO of Anstaff Bank…
by - February 21, 2017 10:16 am
Arkansas department store chain operator Dillard’s Inc. on Tuesday (Feb. 21) reported that fourth quarter profits fell below expectations as U.S. retailers continue to adjust as consumers migrate to online…
by - February 20, 2017 8:29 pm
Ahab Alammar has lived the American dream. The 28-year-old was born in Syria, but when he turned 13 his family was able to secure him a visa to come to…
