by - August 8, 2013 4:17 pm
Sen. Pryor: Obamacare is creating jobs
U.S. Sen. Mark Pryor, D-Ark., is not only not backing away from his support of the federal healthcare act some label as Obamacare, but he said Thursday that the new…
Fort Smith
by - August 8, 2013 3:38 pm
Razorback Foundation unveils ‘priority points program’
The Razorback Foundation announced Thursday (Aug. 8) an “interactive priority points program” it believes will result in foundation members being “rewarded for their generosity, loyalty and continued support in a…
by - August 8, 2013 2:46 pm
‘Abstract Visions’ come to UAFS at Second Street
The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith has scheduled an Aug. 27 reception and art talk for “Abstract Visions,” an exhibit at UAFS at Second Street, 101 N. 2nd St….
by - August 8, 2013 2:30 pm
Northwest Arkansas, Central Arkansas among top places to do business
Arkansas’ two largest metropolitan areas once again find themselves ranked among the nation’s top places to do business. Forbes magazine on Wednesday placed Northwest Arkansas (No. 28) and Central Arkansas…
by - August 8, 2013 12:10 pm
Remington Arms unveils $32 million Arkansas expansion
Remington Arms Co. broke ground on a $32 million expansion in Lonoke that should employ around 60 new workers. The expansion will include construction of a new building and is…
by - August 7, 2013 6:31 pm
On the campaign trail with Tom Cotton
Roby Brock, editor and owner of Little Rock-based Talk Business, was given access to U.S. Rep. Tom Cotton, R-Dardanelle, on Cotton’s first official day as a candidate for the U.S….
by - August 7, 2013 6:17 pm
UA researchers post record number of inventions
During a February interview with The City Wire, Jeff Amerine said much of the research conducted by scientists at the University of Arkansas is “potentially groundbreaking.” On Wednesday (Aug. 7),…
by - August 7, 2013 6:16 pm
Tyson Foods declares cash dividend
The board of directors of Tyson Foods Inc., recently declared the quarterly dividend of 5 cents per share on its Class A common stock and 4.5 cents per share on…
by - August 7, 2013 5:06 pm
Small business growth helps Crawford County
It's been a mixed bag for Crawford County's economy this year, with a loss of one major employer even while other employers have been expanding. The year got off to…
by - August 7, 2013 5:00 pm
U.S. consumer debt load remains high
As the economy continues to tip toe toward a healthier state, consumer confidence has risen substantially from a year ago but remains wobbly on a month-to-month basis. This caution heeded…
by - August 7, 2013 4:05 pm
Manufacturing job rebound fades in Arkansas
Recent jobs data shows that Arkansas has not been able to maintain a rebound in manufacturing jobs like has been seen in the U.S. and most neighboring states. Beginning in…
by - August 7, 2013 12:30 pm
Wal-Mart fined for safety violations (updated)
Wal-Mart Stores Inc. agreed to improve the safety conditions in 2,857 U.S. Wal-Mart and Sam’s Club stores following health hazards uncovered by the federal inspectors during a routine safety audit…
by - August 7, 2013 12:10 pm
William Dark to present slideshow at Janet Huckabee Center
Guest photographer, William Dark will be presenting a slideshow of his work at 7 p.m. Thursday at the Janet Huckabee Arkansas River Nature Center, 8300 Wells Lake Road. Dark has…
by - August 7, 2013 10:26 am
Wal-Mart eyes Hong Kong supermarket chain
Wal-Mart Stores Inc. is reportedly considering a bid for a Hong Kong supermarket chain ParkNShop valued at $4 billion, by owner Whompoa Ltd., according to Reuters. The deadline for bidding…
by - August 7, 2013 7:56 am
2013 Aging Conference
by - August 6, 2013 8:51 pm
Fort Smith Board vote delays business expansion plan
A Tuesday (Aug. 5) vote by the Fort Smith Board of Directors has put a temporary halt on a business expansion that could create up to seven jobs, according to…
by - August 6, 2013 7:10 pm
Pryor, Cotton race reflects new political landscape
The 2014 general election is about 17 months away, but that has not stopped the race for U.S. Senate from kicking into high gear even before tonight's (Aug. 6) announcement…
by - August 6, 2013 7:02 pm
U.S. Rep. Tom Cotton is officially in the U.S. Senate race
After months of speculation and with great fanfare, U.S. Rep. Tom Cotton, R-Dardanelle, threw his hat in the 2014 U.S. Senate race, challenging incumbent Democrat Sen. Mark Pryor (D), whom…
by - August 6, 2013 6:41 pm
Veterans Affairs Sec. Shinseki visits Wal-Mart
U.S. Secretary for Veterans Affairs Eric Shinseki made a quick stop in Northwest Arkansas on Tuesday (Aug. 6) to talk jobs with Wal-Mart’s Bill Simon, perhaps one of the nation’s…
by - August 6, 2013 5:43 pm
Charlie Collins preps for Arkansas Lt. Gov. race
Rep. Charlie Collins, R-Fayetteville, is ready to enter the race for Arkansas Lt. Governor – yet another political move caused the domino effect created by U.S. Rep. Tom Cotton. The…