by - July 28, 2014 6:20 am
The metamorphosis of Tyson Foods is well underway as the meat giant sheds its chicken operations in Brazil and Mexico to Brazilian-based JBS Holdings for $575 million and continues its…
by - July 28, 2014 6:10 am
Tyson Foods capped a busy weekend with a higher third quarter profit, the sale of its Mexican and Brazilian poultry business, and closure of three U.S. plants. As it announced…
by - July 28, 2014 12:19 am
The past week has been a bit of a mess for Asa Hutchinson. In two separate instances, Asa Hutchinson personally contributed to the story line that he is out of…
by - July 28, 2014 12:01 am
City leaders are doing much more than just keeping Fayetteville funky. Grounded by the University of Arkansas, this college town has a strong manufacturing and technology base.
by - July 27, 2014 9:31 pm
Editor’s note: This guest commentary is written by Matthew C. Glass, President & CEO of Fidelity Insurance Group which has offices in West Memphis, Marion and Hughes, Arkansas. Fidelity was…
by - July 27, 2014 6:45 pm
Talk Business & Politics will launch two new web sites to provide more local coverage of news in Northeast and Northwest Arkansas. Read on for more details.
by - July 27, 2014 4:51 pm
This past week, I returned from what is likely to be my last international trade mission as Governor of Arkansas. The journey to three European countries showcased the full range…
by - July 27, 2014 4:47 pm
Lottery ticket sales improved during the recent fiscal year in Arkansas Lottery satellite offices in Springdale, Jonesboro and Camden, but it is still a losing business proposition to have three…
by - July 27, 2014 9:28 am
Green Party Senate candidate Mark Swaney is promoting a business and personal carbon tax, while Libertarian nominee Nathan LaFrance is concerned with the government’s reach into personal lives.
by - July 27, 2014 9:20 am
KATV’s Janelle Lilley, an avid runner, takes a jog and spends a day on the campaign trail with Senate hopeful Cong. Tom Cotton. The long-form segment appeared on Talk Business…
by - July 26, 2014 8:34 pm
The Northwest Arkansas community has strong support for a community college-level sports program, a room full of area sports program advocates told the NorthWest Arkansas Community College Board of Trustees…
by - July 26, 2014 6:17 pm
A new five-year strategic plan is in the works at NorthWest Arkansas Community College and it is specifically geared to measure against how it helps students succeed. The NWACC Board…
by - July 26, 2014 4:51 pm
The state of Arkansas has remained stagnant economically, while its neighbors have seen the fruits of their labor increase, the chairman of the Arkansas Republican Party said Friday. Doyle Webb…
by - July 26, 2014 4:45 pm
The Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board on Friday granted the New York Institute of Technology (NYIT) certification for an additional osteopathic medical school site on the campus of Arkansas State…
by - July 26, 2014 11:00 am
From his weekly radio address, Gov. Mike Beebe discussed his recent trip to Europe as part of an international trade mission. Beebe said the trade trip was “likely to be…
by - July 26, 2014 10:58 am
Republican Senate challenger Cong. Tom Cotton announced Saturday (July 26) the formation of a veterans coalition called “Veterans for Cotton.” Cotton, an Army veteran who has done tours of duty…
by - July 26, 2014 9:12 am
For our weekend business and political readers: WARREN BUFFETT BOUGHT A CADILLAC, NOT A SUBARU The social media-sphere heated up last week when a photo of billionaire investor Warren Buffett…
by - July 26, 2014 12:54 am
Englander dZignPak, a retail display and packaging provider, recently announced a relocation of its Northwest Arkansas office to 3607 SE Metro Parkway near I-49 and Walton Boulevard in Bentonville. The…
by - July 25, 2014 10:40 pm
KATV’s Janelle Lilley has the latest rundown of Arkansas politics in this Election Central Daily Brief. STEEL RELEASES TV AD Democratic candidate for attorney general, State Representative Nate Steel (D-Nashville),…
by - July 25, 2014 7:06 pm
Tyson Foods announced late Friday (July 25) plans to shutter three of its processing facilities as it streamlines its prepared foods segment ahead of the anticipated merger with Hillshire Brands….
