by - June 13, 2014 12:49 pm
Bear State, First National Complete Bank Merger
The merger boosts the Harrison holding companys total assets to $1.5 billion, with 42 bank locations in Arkansas and two in southeast Oklahoma.
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by - June 12, 2014 10:40 pm
Sam’s Club CEO shines in the spotlight, may be next Target chief
The recent lackluster first quarter financials from Sam’s Club haven’t tarnished the image of CEO Rosalind Brewer who according to Wall Street’s Brian Sozzi, “shined on stage” at the retailer’s…
by - June 12, 2014 4:34 pm
Medical marijuana director: ‘Uphill battle’ to get enough signatures
Two marijuana questions are now seeking signatures to appear on the November ballot in Arkansas, but at least one of the leaders involved in the pro-medical marijuana movement thinks legalized…
by - June 12, 2014 4:21 pm
Tyson Foods’ bid for Hillshire could be held up by Pinnacle
The largest deal in meat history — Tyson Foods’s $8.55 billion offer to acquire HIllshire Brands — may soon reach the Hillshire board for approval, according to persons close to…
by - June 12, 2014 3:22 pm
Car-Mart execs forego bonuses and raises amid softer sales
The top two executives at Bentonville-based America’s Car-Mart did without bonuses and incentive performance pay in fiscal 2014 to the tune of $126,338 for CEO Hank Henderson and $76,749 for…
by - June 12, 2014 11:16 am
Retail sales unchanged in May
Consumer spending remained largely unchanged in May, according to the retail sales report released Thursday (June 12) by the National Retail Federation. Retail sales, which exclude automobiles, gas stations and…
by - June 12, 2014 10:25 am
Ross unveils Arkansas job creation plan during a stop in Fort Smith (Updated)
Former U.S. Rep. Mike Ross announced his five-part job creation plan Thursday (June 12) during a visit to Chaffee Crossing, which Ross touted as having brought more than 1,000 jobs…
by - June 11, 2014 7:34 pm
Newton hired as president of the Arkansas Trucking Association
Shannon Newton was named as the new president of the Arkansas Trucking Association (ATA) replacing long-time leader Lane Kidd, who resigned earlier this year. Newton has been with the ATA…
by - June 11, 2014 6:12 pm
Tyson Foods cited for wastewater violation in Monett, Mo.
Tyson Foods was recently cited for a wastewater violation from the Missouri Department of Natural Resources (DNR) in connection with a fish kill caused by improper disposal of a feed…
by - June 11, 2014 5:52 pm
U.S. House leadership moves after Cantor loss do not appeal to Womack
With the surprise primary loss of U.S. House Majority Leader Eric Cantor Tuesday night (June 10) and his announcement Wednesday (June 11) that he would resign his post as majority…
by - June 11, 2014 5:39 pm
Wal-Mart reconfiguring electronics space, product mix in supercenters
Gigantic screen televisions are fun to look at in a store, but on a space-to-sales ratio they rank well below tablets and mobile phones. That is why consumers can expect…
by - June 11, 2014 5:15 pm
Analysts say Tyson overpaid for Hillshire, investment grade could suffer
Few reviews of the move by Springdale-based Tyson Foods to acquire Hillshire Brands for $8.55 billion are favorable. Several analysts say Tyson overbid at $63 per share for Hillshire Brands at…
by - June 11, 2014 3:33 pm
NWA to host Summer Celebrations, LPGA Tournament, and Western Days
June is all about summer celebrations, golf, and pre-rodeo festivities in NWA. Locals can party at the Summer Salsa, Summer Nights Gala, or Summer Solstice event, watch the pros at…
by - June 11, 2014 2:54 pm
Wal-Mart truck crash hits amid effort to amend hours-of-service rules
There is never a good time for a high-profile and deadly traffic accident involving a tractor-trailer rig, but efforts by the trucking industry to amend federal hours-of-service rules likely became…
by - June 11, 2014 2:48 pm
CPG brand popularity linked to trust, dependability
The best selling brands in the competitive consumer packaged goods (CPG) space are those deemed to be dependable and trustworthy, according to a recent study by market research firm BrandSpark….
by - June 11, 2014 2:21 pm
NWACC awards scholarships for two GED graduates
Two students from among this year’s GED graduates will receive $1,000 scholarships to continue their studies at NorthWest Arkansas Community College. This year’s scholarship winners were Jesus Alvarez Garcia of…
by - June 11, 2014 2:08 pm
Arvest Bank promotes Hutchens to branch manager
Arvest Bank promoted Jennifer Hutchens to branch manager for the Tontitown location. She will report to Jenny England, branch administrator, for Arvest Bank in Springdale. Hutchens has worked for…
by - June 11, 2014 11:23 am
Statehood Day
Brooks Blevins, the Noel Boyd Professor of Ozark Studies at Missouri State University, will present a lecture about the changing image of Arkansas as part of the celebration of Statehood…
by - June 11, 2014 11:19 am
Beebe names 16 to state boards and commissions
Gov. Mike Beebe on Wednesday (June 11) announced the following appointments to boards and commissions: Sherri Chaple, Rogers, to the Arkansas Apprenticeship Coordination Steering Committee. Appointment expires Dec. 1,…
by - June 11, 2014 10:59 am
Sondra Perry Video Installation
Sondra Perry, an artist based in New York, will show at two different venues in Fayetteville, AR the last week of June. On June 26, Backspace, located at 541 Meadow…