by - February 17, 2016 3:39 pm
Professional development and mentorship programs are picking up steam on the University of Arkansas at Fort Smith Campus, and grant writing will be a much larger focus for UAFS in…
by - February 17, 2016 1:45 pm
Gov. Asa Hutchinson (R) said Wednesday that a health care special session could occur “within 10 days” before the scheduled April 13 fiscal session, with his legislative package ready about…
by - February 17, 2016 12:24 pm
The delayed and much-anticipated opening of Whole Foods is two short weeks away with special features, including a 16-tap bar where shoppers can enjoy a after work happy hour between…
by - February 17, 2016 11:52 am
Poinsett County Assessor Johnny Rye of Trumann and former State Rep. Wes Wagner of Manila are running in the March 1 primary for the Arkansas House District 54 seat, with…
by - February 17, 2016 6:37 am
Editor’s note: Each Wednesday, Talk Business & Politics provides “Health Beat,” a round-up of health-related topics. ––––––––––––––– NEXT PHASE OF ACA TO BRING MORE CHANGES, CHALLENGES TO EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PLANS…
by - February 17, 2016 5:49 am
The Fort Smith Board of Directors voted to drop Travelers Insurance for municipal property and vehicle coverage on $300 million of assets Tuesday night (Feb. 16), opting instead to enter…
by - February 16, 2016 8:13 pm
Jonesboro City Finance Director Suzanne Allen said Tuesday it took a lot of work to make city salaries more comparable to other cities and private industry. City parks employee Larry…
by - February 16, 2016 5:13 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 16, 2016 2:36 pm
The Marco Rubio for President campaign announced its Arkansas Leadership Team consisting of 28 state legislators in a press conference at the Capitol Tuesday. The group’s state chairman, Sen. Bart…
by - February 16, 2016 1:45 pm
Editor’s note: Story updated with additions and changes throughout. –––––––––––––– Flanked by 21 legislators, including some facing tough election or re-election battles, Gov. Asa Hutchinson (R) said he wanted to…
by - February 16, 2016 1:26 pm
The banking crisis of 2008 is over and profits have rebounded for large and small banks in recent years. But for three Arkansas banks there are still financial troubles brewing,…
by - February 16, 2016 9:32 am
Little Rock-based Energy Security Partners LLC and Pine Bluff officials announced Tuesday (Feb. 16) that Jefferson County is being considered as the top location to build and operate a potential…
by - February 16, 2016 7:07 am
Editor’s note: Each Tuesday, Talk Business & Politics provides “Campus Talk,” a recap and roundup of education news. ARKANSAS TECH PRESIDENT RECOGNIZED FOR DIVERSITY EFFORTS: Dr. Robin E. Bowen, president of Arkansas…
by - February 15, 2016 6:06 pm
Paula Raffo said her daughter, Anna, has had an opportunity over the past several months to learn a lot about the city of Jonesboro in a program that helps prepare…
by - February 15, 2016 4:49 pm
January was one of the warmest months on record in Benton and Washington counties, and the housing market also heated up with more buyers than sellers pushing average home prices…
by - February 15, 2016 4:19 pm
Voters around the state head to the polls Tuesday, starting a 10-month campaign season with hundreds of races on the ballot. Early voting begins Tuesday (Feb. 16) around the state,…
by - February 15, 2016 2:10 pm
Agents in the Fort Smith metro area should be pleased with January home sales volume up 37% in Sebastian County and 31% in Crawford County over the same month last…
by - February 15, 2016 10:50 am
One country has decided to use eagles to take down illegal drones. The Washington Post tells the story of how eagles are trained to hunt drones. According to the Post…
by - February 15, 2016 10:43 am
Editor’s note: Notes from the Campaign Trail is a compilation of various political insider tidbits and is sponsored by Little Rock-based Capitol Advisors Group. –––––––––––– CHIEF JUSTICE RACE SEES INSTAGRAM…
by - February 15, 2016 12:59 am
Editor’s note: Each Monday, Talk Business & Politics provides “Money Talk,” a wrap-up of banking and financial news. –––––––––––– FDIC RELEASES 2016 STRESS TESTING FOR BANKS WITH ASSETS OF $10 BILLION OR…
