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Is Springdale Finally Getting a Starbucks?

A developer who has opened Starbucks locations throughout the state is promoting a new retail project for the property of the former Joes Italian Grill.

James+James Owner to Launch New, High-End Furniture Line

Springdale entrepreneur James Smith is ramping up to launch a new company called Franklin & Timber.

New Centerton Supercenter Delayed, Moving Forward

Dirt still hasnt turned on a Walmart Supercenter that was planned to open this summer, but a company spokesman says the project is coming.

On Anniversary Of Social Security, Reflections On Arkansan Who Shaped It

Chris Hickey with our content partner KUAR FM 89.1 News reports: Wilbur D. Mills began his political career as White County Judge at the height of the Great Depression. The…

Johnny Cash boyhood home and Dyess colony attract thousands worldwide

It has been one year since the official opening of the Johnny Cash Boyhood Home and the Dyess Colony. Executive Director of Arkansas State University’s Heritage Sites program Dr. Ruth…

Students, Gov. Hutchinson get taste of computer coding at Clinton Center

Hundreds of students got a taste of computer coding at the Clinton Presidential Center on Saturday (Aug. 15), days before thousands more students begin taking high school classes on the…

The politics of A.P.E.

In 2013, right after she stepped down as U.S. Secretary of State, Hillary Clinton enjoyed a high approval rating from the American people. Her trust level was on solid ground….

Cong. French Hill: ‘Bring Iran Back To The Table’

Second District Congressman French Hill, R-Little Rock, says the Iran deal doesn’t accomplish the President’s objectives, the IRS has systemic flaws, and a long-term federal highway bill can still pass…

Talk Politics Roundtable: Hannah, Eldridge & Political Predictions

This week’s political roundtable on Talk Business & Politics featured KATV’s Janelle Lilley, Michael Tilley with The City Wire, and author/politico Bill “Scoop” Lancaster. Lilley is KATV’s lead capitol reporter…

Students, Governor Get Taste Of Coding At Clinton Center

Hundreds of students got a taste of computer coding at the Clinton Presidential Center Saturday, days before thousands more students begin taking high school classes on the same subject. Even…

Made In America: U.S. Factory Production Rises In July

Editor’s note: Each Sunday, Talk Business & Politics provides “Made In America,” a wrap-up of manufacturing news in our email newsletter, which you can sign up to receive daily for free here. U.S….

Weekend Digest: The Anger In Iowa Edition

TV PREVIEW CONG. FRENCH HILL On this week’s TV edition of Talk Business & Politics: Cong. French Hill is out on recess and he’s in studio. His take on Iran,…

Tyson Foods To Close Slaughter-Only Beef Plant In Iowa, Cut 400 Jobs

Tyson Foods CEO Donnie Smith told the media during the Aug. 3 earnings call that it planned to stand by its beef division, despite the lack of fed cattle driving…

Johnny Cash Boyhood Home And Dyess Colony Attracts Thousands Worldwide

It has been one year since the official opening of the Johnny Cash Boyhood Home and the Dyess Colony, and officials say much more is in the works to build on the momentum.

Great Futures Gala

The Boys & Girls Club of Van Buren will present its second annual "Great Futures Gala" on October 17. The national award-winning event will feature a "Blue Door Masquerade" theme…

America’s Car-Mart opens its 143rd dealership

America's Car-Mart based in Bentonville has opened its 143rd used-car dealership. The new lot is located in Rolla, Mo., and is the company’s 19th dealership in that state. “We expect…

Gov. Hutchinson orders state to cut ties with Planned Parenthood

Gov. Asa Hutchinson on Friday (Aug. 14) directed the Department of Human Services to end its agreements with Planned Parenthood of Arkansas and Eastern Oklahoma, effective 30 days from today….

Hutchinson Cuts State Ties With Planned Parenthood

Gov. Asa Hutchinson today directed the Department of Human Services to end its current agreements with Planned Parenthood of Arkansas and Eastern Oklahoma, effective 30 days from today. Department of…

Tyson Foods to close slaughter-only beef plant in Iowa, cut 400 jobs