by - March 1, 2016 1:01 pm
Global Manufacturer Plans $80M Investment in Fort Smith Facility
Glatfelter could add 83 jobs. Facility is planned for the would-be Mitsubishi Power Systems plant that never opened at Chaffee Crossing.
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by - March 1, 2016 11:07 am
Glatfelter to acquire Mitsubishi plant in Fort Smith, employ 83 by late 2017
The huge Mitsubishi building in Fort Smith designed solely to assemble complex, multi-ton wind turbines will soon employ more than 80 people in the production of a material small and…
by - March 1, 2016 9:07 am
New farmers’ markets opening in Rogers, Springdale
At least two new Northwest Arkansas farmers markets will open this spring and many existing markets are gearing up for their spring openings. Mill Street Market in Springdale and Downtown…
by - March 1, 2016 8:30 am
The Supply Side: Family chili operation eyes national retail distribution
Editor’s note: The Supply Side section of Talk Business & Politics focuses on the companies, organizations, issues and individuals engaged in providing products and services to retailers. The Supply Side…
by - February 29, 2016 6:08 pm
Mercy Hospital in Rogers earns ‘StormReady Supporter’ designation
Mercy Hospital in Rogers has been recognized by the National Weather Service (NWS) in Tulsa as a StormReady Supporter. National Weather Service officials along with members from Benton County Emergency…
by - February 29, 2016 6:08 pm
Mercy Hospital in Rogers earns ‘StormReady Supporter’ designation
Mercy Hospital in Rogers has been recognized by the National Weather Service (NWS) in Tulsa as a StormReady Supporter. National Weather Service officials along with members from Benton County Emergency…
by - February 29, 2016 5:51 pm
Professor: A problem with polls is that voters make up their minds late in the process
Polls can’t predict the future so much as they describe the electorate, and their purpose isn’t to inform so much as to provide media outlets a chance to sell advertising,…
by - February 29, 2016 4:58 pm
Several promotions announced at First National Bank of Fort Smith
First National Bank of Fort Smith recently promoted Josiah Cotner, Stacy Hardgrave, K. DiAnn Hulsey and Brad Walker. Cotner was promoted to appraisal review officer, and was previously a loan…
by - February 29, 2016 4:58 pm
Several promotions announced at First National Bank of Fort Smith
First National Bank of Fort Smith recently promoted Josiah Cotner, Stacy Hardgrave, K. DiAnn Hulsey and Brad Walker. Cotner was promoted to appraisal review officer, and was previously a loan…
by - February 29, 2016 4:45 pm
Steiling named to financial post at NEA Baptist Clinic
Diane Steiling has been selected as the new controller for NEA Baptist Clinic, officials with the medical group said Monday. As controller, Steiling is responsible for the oversight and management…
by - February 29, 2016 4:45 pm
Steiling named to financial post at NEA Baptist Clinic
Diane Steiling has been selected as the new controller for NEA Baptist Clinic, officials with the medical group said Monday. As controller, Steiling is responsible for the oversight and management…
by - February 29, 2016 4:37 pm
Businesses announce support of ASU-supported convention center project
Developer Josh Brown said Monday that a project to build a convention center at Arkansas State University is an “all-star project,” drawing support from a wide variety of businesses. Brown,…
by - February 29, 2016 4:25 pm
Fayetteville, Fort Smith home to first group of new Walmart U.S. training academies
Walmart U.S. recently opened its first employee training academy in Carrollton, Texas, with the next two academies to open in Fayetteville and Fort Smith by mid-March. The Bentonville-based retailer plans…
by - February 29, 2016 3:56 pm
Fort Smith January tax revenues hit new high, most area counties see tax gain in 2015
Editor’s note: This story is a component of The Compass Report. The quarterly Compass Report is managed by Talk Business & Politics, and sponsored by Arvest Bank. Supporting sponsors of…
by - February 29, 2016 3:42 pm
Southwestern’s shares slump as 2016 capital budget slashed by 80%
Shares in Southwestern Energy declined more than 9% in trading Monday following the company’s disappointing fourth quarter and yearly earnings results last week and a decision by the company’s new…
by - February 29, 2016 3:22 pm
UA study to help officials better use social media in disaster responses
Information on social media sites may prove beneficial for emergency managers in determining the greatest needs in a community that has suffered a major disaster or emergency. At least that’s…
by - February 29, 2016 3:09 pm
Soup Sunday raises money to help children in poverty in Northwest Arkansas
A crowd of almost 1,000 adults and children gathered at John Q. Hammons Convention Center in Rogers to sample a variety of soups at the 15th annual Soup Sunday (Feb….
by - February 29, 2016 1:21 pm
Talk Business & Politics, KATV team up for Election Night coverage
KATV Ch. 7 and Talk Business & Politics team up again for prime Election Night coverage on Tuesday, March 1. The two media groups will live-stream and broadcast Election Night…
by - February 29, 2016 10:23 am
Money Talk: FDIC banks see double-digit growth in fourth quarter
Editor’s note: Each Monday, Talk Business & Politics provides “Money Talk,” a wrap-up of banking and financial news. –––––––––––––––– FDIC BANKS SEE DOUBLE-DIGIT GROWTH IN FOURTH QUARTER Declines in expenses for litigation…
by - February 29, 2016 12:02 am
Google Considers Self-Driving Delivery Vehicles
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