by - February 5, 2014 1:25 pm
Tyson Foods CEO Donates $3.2M to University of Tennessee
The gift will establish the Donald and Terry Smith Endowed Chair for International Sustainable Agriculture through the University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc.
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by - February 5, 2014 10:50 am
FANTASTIC MR. FOX
by - February 5, 2014 10:45 am
Fantastic Mr. Fox
What does FANTASTIC MR. FOX say? … Trike Theatre brings a fun, family-friendly performance of FANTASTIC MR. FOX to life on February 28th. Don't miss 20 talented young actors as they portray these classic characters in this stage version of, FANTASTIC MR. FOX, adapted for the stage by David Wood, from the book by Roald Dahl.
by - February 4, 2014 4:46 pm
February brings Red Carpet Galas, Chocolate Festivals, and a Black Hearts Ball
Love is in the air, and there are plenty of ways to celebrate with red carpets, romantic music and of course, endless chocolate. Or, forgo the lovey-dovey holiday and head…
by - February 4, 2014 2:59 pm
Wal-Mart to invest more heavily in Canada, boost e-commerce
WIth many global markets in turmoil, retailers are scrambling to invest in regions where they can score market share as well as profits. For now that’s Canada. Wal-Mart said Tuesday…
by - February 4, 2014 12:25 pm
Beebe defends private option savings, takes shot at Whirlpool
Gov. Mike Beebe said Tuesday (Feb. 4) there are a “multiplicity” of reasons Arkansas Legislators should vote to fund Arkansas’ private option plan, and he also took a shot at…
by - February 4, 2014 12:03 pm
Iceberg co-working center looks for new home
The Iceberg, co-working center in downtown Fayetteville, the brainchild of a few local entrepreneurs opened its door two years ago, occupying the basement space of the Metro District, just off…
by - February 4, 2014 11:07 am
Mike Duke reflects on his tenure as Wal-Mart CEO
Mike Duke stepped away from the day-to-day leadership of Wal-Mart Stores Inc. on Saturday, (Feb. 1) after five years and some of the most profitable times for the retailer in…
by - February 4, 2014 11:06 am
First Bank Completes Acquisition of Crawford County Lender
Terry Carson is now market president for Crawford County.
by - February 4, 2014 10:52 am
Arkansas’ January tax revenue hit by weak retail sales
The percentage increase in year-to-date Arkansas gross tax collections fell to 2.1% in January compared to a 3.4% level in the December report. Also, sales and use tax collections continue…
by - February 4, 2014 9:57 am
U.S. cattle herd liquidation continues, down to 1951 levels
The annual cattle inventory report confirmed that the U.S. cattle herd shrunk 2% from a year ago, according to a U.S. Department of Agriculture annual report. What's more, the 87.7…
by - February 4, 2014 9:48 am
Analysts high on Tyson Foods
Three Wall Street analysts liked what Tyson Foods execs had to say last week, and approved of the solid first quarter performance — the best in company history. J.P. Morgan…
by - February 3, 2014 10:50 pm
Tyson Foods declares cash dividend
The board of directors of Tyson Foods declared a quarterly dividend of 7.5 cents per share on Class A common stock and 6.75 cents per share on restricted Class B…
by - February 3, 2014 10:37 pm
H7N9 avian influenza concerns escalate in China
The World Health Organization and Chinese authorities are investigating how three members of one family contracted the H7N9 avian influenza virus. There have been 192 confirmed human cases of the…
by - February 3, 2014 10:00 pm
The Supply Side briefs: Post acquisition, Staples hires, Eddie Bauer eyed
• Post acquires PowerBar, Musashi brands In a move to expand its active nutrition category, Post Holdings has agreed to acquire the PowerBar and Musashi brands and related worldwide assets…
by - February 3, 2014 6:28 pm
A greener Wal-Mart is a slow work in progress
Wal-Mart has plenty of fans and critics when it comes to the retailer’s sustainability initiatives. When former CEO Lee Scott boldly announced the retailer’s sustainability platform eight years ago, there…
by - February 3, 2014 3:27 pm
Bev Lewis to retire after more than 30 years as UA coach, administrator
Bev Lewis, the former University of Arkansas director of Women’s Athletics and now the Associate Vice Chancellor and Executive Associate Athletic Director, is retiring after more than 30 years with…
by - February 3, 2014 3:26 pm
Bev Lewis, Longtime UA Administrator, Announces Retirement
Lewis was a member of the Northwest Arkansas Business Journals inaugural Forty Under 40 class in 1997.
by - February 3, 2014 3:07 pm
Legacy National Bank to Build New Banking Center in Rogers
The bank recently bought 1.12 acres on Pauline Whitaker Parkway for $878,169.
by - February 3, 2014 2:52 pm
Blustery winter reshaping family budgets, hurting retailers
Retailers often mention weather as a reason for lackluster sales. It was too warm during the holiday season of 2012 which weighed down sales of winter coats, sweaters and other…