by - May 5, 2014 2:02 pm
Gov. Fallin: Remember the victims
Last week, the state of Oklahoma conducted the lawful execution of Clayton Lockett, a man who was convicted of first degree burglary, assault with a dangerous weapon, kidnapping, robbery by…
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by - May 5, 2014 1:55 pm
Heart issue not likely to end Sen. Boozman’s political career
U.S. Sen. John Boozman is less than two weeks removed from the day that he will never forget after having emergency heart surgery to repair an aortic dissection. And while…
by - May 5, 2014 1:09 pm
Consumers expected to curb Mother’s Day spending
After splurging on tablets and smartphones, beauty supplies, apparel and jewelry for mom last year, consumers this year will celebrate Mother’s Day (May 11) by keeping practicality in mind, according…
by - May 5, 2014 12:57 pm
Verizon plans to add 300 new jobs in Arkansas
Verizon Wireless says it will add around 300 jobs in Arkansas as part of an expansion of its sales, tech support and customer service operations in the state. The full-time…
by - May 5, 2014 12:52 pm
The Supply Side briefs: Mars partners in wind farm, Kraft heeds caution
• Mars invests in sustainable wind farm Candy maker Mars Inc. formed a partnership with Sumitomo Corp. of Americas to invest in a wind farm that will generate 100% of…
by - May 5, 2014 12:42 pm
Wal-Mart acquires Simplexity’s platform to speed up smartphone activation
Wal-Mart Stores said it acquired Simplexity's Wireless Activation Retail Platform (WARP) on May 2, for an undisclosed amount. This software will be integrated into Walmart Stores and Sam’s Clubs later…
by - May 5, 2014 12:20 pm
Arvest names Allen Huffman to lead Eureka Springs market
Arvest Bank announces Allen Huffman as community bank president in Eureka Springs. He takes over for Richard Kimberlin, who announced his retirement from Arvest in March. Huffman has worked for Arvest…
by - May 5, 2014 8:28 am
Target chairman and CEO immediately resigns
The management turnover continues at Target, this time from the top down as chairman and CEO Gregg Steinhafel said he is parting ways with retailer immediately. The company gave no…
by - May 5, 2014 7:11 am
Tyson Foods’ quarterly sales top $9 billion, sets new record (Updated)
Tyson Foods second fiscal quarter revenue hit $9.032 billion, a more than 7.7% increase over the same quarter in 2013, with net income of $213 million up more than 124%….
by - May 5, 2014 6:10 am
Simmons First sues Dennis Smiley and Centennial Bank
The Dennis Smiley loan saga puts two of the state’s largest banks on opposite sides as Simmons First National added another layer to the growing legal web with a legal…
by - May 4, 2014 7:50 pm
Weber to transfer from Razorback athletics to Razorback Foundation
After 42 years with Razorback Athletics, including 35 as the program’s head athletic trainer, Dean Weber will transition to a new role in the Razorback Foundation beginning in July. As…
by - May 4, 2014 7:44 pm
Construction Bash lays foundation to help children
Home wasn’t a safe place for “Lindsey.” Lindsey had been sexually assaulted by someone in what was supposed to be a place of safety and refuge. At first, her mother…
by - May 4, 2014 12:01 pm
The politics of ‘killing a killer’
Arkansas officials, and Governor Mike Beebe in particular, are watching the damage control and foot dragging for explanations coming out of nearby Oklahoma over the botched execution of a death…
by - May 3, 2014 10:31 pm
Former President Clinton stumps in Little Rock for the Ross campaign
Former President and Arkansas Gov. Bill Clinton spoke more like a proud father than a politician as he rallied a crowd of rowdy Democrats in Little Rock on Saturday (May…
by - May 3, 2014 10:53 am
Cinderella Confidential
CINDERELLA CONFIDENTIAL by Eric Coble. Trike Theatre brings to the stage a surprising version of the classic tale of Cinderella. Using mass communication, the playwright Eric Coble, satisfies our need…
by - May 3, 2014 10:50 am
Cinderella Confidential
CINDERELLA CONFIDENTIAL by Eric Coble. Trike Theatre brings to the stage a surprising version of the classic tale of Cinderella. Using mass communication, the playwright Eric Coble, satisfies our need…
by - May 3, 2014 10:47 am
Cinderella Confidential
by - May 2, 2014 4:34 pm
Arkansas tax revenue meets expectations in April report
Arkansas revenue officials said April tax collections were in line with expectations leading to year-to-date figures slightly rising 10 months into the current fiscal year. The April revenue report provided…
by - May 2, 2014 3:28 pm
Smiley: Deposit Stock Funds in Court Account
Embattled former Arvest Bank executive Dennis Smiley has asked the Benton County Circuit Court to deposit stock funds in an account, and has asked the court to dismiss a claim against him by the Bank of Fayetteville.
by - May 2, 2014 2:49 pm
Momentum Building for Downtown Springdale, Emma Avenue
As groundbreaking for the Springdale leg of the Razorback Regional Greenway nears, two of the biggest names in Northwest Arkansas continue to be mentioned in connection with downtown redevelopment Walton and Tyson.