by - January 31, 2013 9:50 am
2012 loss hits $17.5 million for USA Truck
A $17.54 million net loss during 2012 for Van Buren-based USA Truck begs the question: How much longer can the company operate in the red? Cliff Beckham, USA Truck president…
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by - January 30, 2013 8:54 pm
Merchants unlikely to surcharge for credit card use
Despite some groups’ claims, the National Retail Federation said Wednesday (Jan. 30) few merchants are expected to surcharge customers for using a credit card as allowed under a controversial proposed…
by - January 30, 2013 8:50 pm
Murphy Oil fourth quarter income hits $158.7 million
Murphy Oil Corp. posted a big turnaround in its fourth quarter earnings as the El Dorado-based oil and gas firm prepares to divide its upstream and downstream operations. In the…
by - January 30, 2013 7:25 pm
‘Highly unusual’ Medicaid audit report set for release
Members of the executive committee of the Joint Audit Committee met briefly Wednesday afternoon so that co-chairs Sen. Bryan King, R-Green Forest, and Rep. Kim Hammer, R-Benton, could inform lawmakers…
by - January 30, 2013 6:30 pm
Sen. Pryor appointed to Ag appropriations subcommittee
U.S. Sen. Mark Pryor, D-Ark., has been appointed chairman of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies. The position will give Pryor…
by - January 30, 2013 5:50 pm
Quarterly earnings up for Acxiom
Despite declining revenue, database marketer Acxiom posted higher earnings in its third quarter. The Little Rock-based firm reported net income of $14.5 million for the quarter compared to $7.9 million…
by - January 30, 2013 5:31 pm
‘Targeting’ mission could be added to 188th
The 188th Fighter Wing in Fort Smith has not had much reason to celebrate as of late, but that could soon change. A visit to the air national guard base…
by - January 30, 2013 4:33 pm
Fort Smith metro jobless rate rise to 8.1%
Economic conditions in the Fort Smith metro area worsened in December, with the workforce shrinking by more than 1,800 and the number of employed shrinking by more than 1,000 compared…
by - January 30, 2013 7:59 am
Arkansas Best reports $7.7 million loss for 2012
Hurricane Sandy and a continued weak freight environment were two conspirators that created a 2012 income loss of $7.7 million at Arkansas Best Corp., a swing of almost $14 million…
by - January 29, 2013 8:14 pm
188th Commander: ‘The conversion starts now’
The finality of the decision to replace the A-10 fighters of the Fort Smith-based 188th Fighter Wing with a vague remotely piloted aerial vehicle recon mission is best encapsulated from…
by - January 29, 2013 5:08 pm
Steel mill plant could boost state GDP by $236 million
A quick study of the potential long-term economic impact of the planned $1.1 billion steel mill in Northeast Arkansas suggests that the operation could eventually boost Arkansas’ GDP by $236…
by - January 29, 2013 4:29 pm
Van Buren continues with bond project work
The Van Buren City Council approved the sale of additional bonds to fund capital improvement projects across the city at Monday's council meeting. According to Mayor Bob Freeman, the total…
by - January 29, 2013 3:19 pm
UAFS Presents College Goal Sunday
Are you ready for college? Do you need help applying for financial aid? Please join us at UAFS for College Goal Sunday on March 10th from 2:00-4:00 p.m. We will…
by - January 29, 2013 3:00 pm
The oohs & aahs
The oohs & aahs Feb. 23 6 p.m. Fort Smith Convention Center The oohs & aahs of 150 pieces of art captured on 5×5 canvases. Tickets are $75, which…
by - January 29, 2013 2:58 pm
Miss Van Buren High Pageant
Miss VBHS School Pageant Van Buren Fine Arts Center February 23 7 p.m. Miss VBHS School Pageant at the Van Buren Fine Arts Center at 7 p.m. For more…
by - January 29, 2013 2:57 pm
Little Miss and Mister Sweetheart Pageant
Little Miss and Mister Sweetheart Pageant February 17 10 a.m. & 4 p.m. King Opera House Van Buren Little Miss and Mister Sweetheart Pageant at the King Opera House…
by - January 29, 2013 2:50 pm
Take It To The Limit Eagles Tribute
Take It To The Limit Eagles Tribute Van Buren Fine Arts Center February 16 8 p.m. Take It To The Limit Eagle Tribute at the Van Buren Fine Arts…
by - January 29, 2013 2:49 pm
J.R.’s Country Variety Show
J.R.’s Country Variety Show February 16 King Opera House- Van Buren 7 p.m. J.R.’s Country Variety Show at 7 p.m. Admission is $5 at the door. For more information…
by - January 29, 2013 2:48 pm
Miss Western Arkansas Pageant
Miss Western Arkansas Pageant Van Buren Fine Arts Center February 9 7 p.m. Miss Western Arkansas Pageant at the Van Buren Fine Arts Center at 7 p.m. For more…
by - January 29, 2013 2:47 pm
Valentine Movie Night “Roman Holiday”
Valentine Movie Night “Roman Holiday” February 9 King Opera House- Van Buren Valentine Movie night at the King Opera House. “Roman Holiday” will be playing. Show starts at 7…