by - July 10, 2015 1:17 pm
The U.S. House of Representatives Friday passed a bill aimed at introducing medical breakthroughs faster to market. The state’s delegation split 2-2 on the bill.
by - July 10, 2015 1:13 pm
The UAMS College of Pharmacy has named Keith M. Olsen, Pharm. D., as its new dean, UAMS announced Friday in a press release. He will begin his new job on…
by - July 10, 2015 1:12 pm
U.S. Senators John Boozman and Tom Cotton and Congressmen Rick Crawford and Bruce Westerman announced that 12 Arkansas airports have been awarded more than $3 million from the Department of…
by - July 10, 2015 11:14 am
A study by Chicago-based Hunden Strategic Partners shows that a convention center and hotel in Bentonville would generate millions in new spending and tax revenue.
by - July 10, 2015 10:33 am
Tyson Foods chief executive is the subject of the magazines August issue cover story.
by - July 10, 2015 9:42 am
Jeffrey Davis, the chief financial officer of Wal-Mart Stores Inc.s U.S. division, has been hired by Darden Restaurants Inc. of Orlando, Florida, as senior vice president and CFO.
by - July 10, 2015 9:07 am
Fort Smith City Administrator Ray Gosack has resigned, with Friday (July 10) his last day on the job. He has worked for the city 16.5 years, with almost five years…
by - July 10, 2015 6:28 am
UA Economist Kathy Deck dives into the jobs numbers across the state in this analysis and guest commentary.
by - July 10, 2015 6:15 am
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has released its updated state-by-state report for its “Made in Rural America” initiative, highlighting the fact that the export of farm and ranch…
by - July 10, 2015 6:08 am
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Little Rock District and the Arkansas Waterways Commission signed a $3 million cost-sharing agreement Thursday to fund a study meant to ensure the Arkansas…
by - July 10, 2015 6:04 am
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by - July 10, 2015 5:59 am
The nation’s nuclear energy fleet contributes $60 billion annually to gross domestic product (GDP), in addition to other economic and societal benefits, according to a new study.
by - July 9, 2015 8:29 pm
A group of around 25 people gathered Thursday (July 9) for a public meeting about a proposed public enrollment charter school in Fort Smith. Area business leaders are working with…
by - July 9, 2015 7:47 pm
Elicia Dover with our content partner, KATV Ch. 7 News, reports: Attorney General Leslie Rutledge announced a new initiative from her office Thursday to combat copper theft. “For far too…
by - July 9, 2015 6:08 pm
The number of uninsured patients treated by Arkansas hospitals for inpatient care decreased 48.7% from 2013 to 2014, but private option critics still worry about a long-term solution.
by - July 9, 2015 5:58 pm
Wal-Mart is making a habit of Christmas shopping in early July with its Open Call event that invited 340 suppliers into its backyard for a chance to pitch their nearly 600 inventions.
by - July 9, 2015 5:23 pm
Whataburger is coming to town with the opening of a restaurant in Fayetteville slated for July 20, according a sign posted outside the new venue. Three more Whataburger restaurants are…
by - July 9, 2015 5:16 pm
The number of homes sold in Arkansas’ four largest markets during the first five months of the year is up more than 7% and the value of the homes sold is up almost 14%, thanks to continued growth in the Northwest Arkansas and Central Arkansas metro areas.
by - July 9, 2015 5:08 pm
Alexis Rogers with our content partner, KATV Ch. 7 News, reports: Just last month, the Arkansas Board of Education voted against having a sole contract with ACT for ACT Aspire…
by - July 9, 2015 5:00 pm
Two Swiss companies with major operations in Arkansas will participate in a bilateral program between the U.S. and Switzerland that is aimed at expanding job ties between the allies.
