by - October 3, 2013 11:59 am
Anonymous Donor Gifts JBU $6 Million
The donation is part of the approximately $10 million that will be raised to launch the school’s nursing program.
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by - October 3, 2013 11:47 am
18th Annual Howl-O-Ween Spooktacular
Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge (TCWR) will hold it’s 18th annual Howl-O-Ween Spooktacular, October 26, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Games, food, and a children's costume contest provide a fun…
by - October 2, 2013 9:19 pm
Wal-Mart issues $1.75 billion in new debt
Retail giant Wal-Mart Stores is taking advantage of low interest rates and a strong credit rating to raise $1.75 billion in cash which it says will be used for general…
by - October 2, 2013 5:55 pm
The Supply Side: Neiman adds free shipping, JC’s closes outlets
• Neiman Marcus unveils free shipping High-end retailer Neiman Marcus said it will provide free shipping and it's not just for the holidays. The retailer known for its one-of-a-kind items…
by - October 2, 2013 4:08 pm
Shutdown may delay Arkansas Guard training (Updated)
Uncertainty about a law to pay the military during the federal government shutdown has resulted in the Arkansas National Guard halting operations that could result in no pay to almost…
by - October 2, 2013 3:06 pm
Northwest Arkansas calendar packed with ‘big’ events
Those looking for something to do in Northwest Arkansas can take their pick of luncheons, festivals and galas in October. • Pink Ribbon Luncheon Northwest Arkansas will kick-off Breast Cancer…
by - October 2, 2013 2:10 pm
Arvest Plans National Banking Corp. Buyout
NBC is the parent holding company for National Bank of Arkansas, based in North Little Rock.
by - October 2, 2013 1:53 pm
Arvest to acquire National Bank of Arkansas (Updated)
Arvest, the state’s largest bank, just got bigger pending the purchase of North Little Rock-based National Bank of Arkansas. The two bank holding companies have entered into an agreement where…
by - October 2, 2013 1:16 pm
Arkansas tax revenue on a positive track
Arkansas tax collections for the first three months of the fiscal year are on a positive track, with the closely watched sales and use tax revenue up more than 6%….
by - October 2, 2013 1:08 pm
Shiloh acquired by global tech firm SPI
One of the more mature local retail service providers that began as a startup in Northwest Arkansas’ supplier community has made the leap internationally. Shiloh Technologies, was acquired last week…
by - October 2, 2013 10:26 am
UAMS, Highlands Oncology Group Announce Collaboration
The two organizations will combine efforts to expedite the process for patients enrolling in research clinical trials offered concurrently at both facilities.
by - October 2, 2013 6:31 am
Tusk to Tail: 100 consecutive games for ‘The Godfather’
With much fanfare, the awe of his peers, many slaps on the back, and an entire segment of sports talk radio dedicated to him this week, Craig May, Tusk to…
by - October 1, 2013 5:42 pm
10 of 15 Arkansas-based stocks up in 2013
Two surprising bank acquisitions and two attempted corporate takeovers have been part of an Arkansas business year in which the share price has increased for 10 the 15 publicly-held companies…
by - October 1, 2013 3:11 pm
Mobile commerce momentum booms for retail
Consumers are using smartphones and tablets to interact with retailers more than half of the time, according to a new report by Shop.org and comScore. Analysts agree that retailers like…
by - October 1, 2013 12:10 pm
Hino to add 200 jobs to Arkansas manufacturing plant
Hino Manufacturing U.S.A. plans to invest more than $55 million in its Marion, Ark., plant and add 200 new jobs, according to the Arkansas Economic Development Commission. Through this expansion,…
by - October 1, 2013 12:07 pm
It’s 129 dealerships for America’s Car-Mart
America's Car-Mart announces the opening of its 129th dealership this week as the buy here, pay here used auto dealer is on track to exceed its 10% annual expansion rate…
by - October 1, 2013 12:04 pm
Arkansas counties begin to use new 911 system
Sept. 13, 2011 started just like any other Tuesday, but ended in a hail of gunfire after a man opened fire inside the Crawford County Courthouse in Van Buren. In…
by - October 1, 2013 9:58 am
Washington Regional adds new neurosurgeon
Dr. Brandon Evans, a specialist in neurosurgery, has joined the Washington Regional’s Northwest Arkansas Neuroscience Institute. Evans received his medical degree from the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine in…
by - October 1, 2013 2:01 am
Wal-Mart beefs up online fulfillment network
Two new fulfillment centers dedicated to filling Wal-Mart’s online orders will bring more than 600 new full-time jobs to Texas and Pennsylvania, the retail giant announced early Tuesday morning (Oct….
by - September 30, 2013 10:57 pm
Water quality conference on tap
The Illinois River Watershed Partnership is hosting its second annual “Restoration of Our Rivers” Conference, providing expertise and training in water-quality and stormwater management to help restore and protect rivers…