Regions

Arkansas Banks Lead Way in Regional ROA, ROE Rankings

In the third quarter of 2014, the average return on assets for Arkansas banks was 1.27 percent, representing a 0.02-percent increase from the third quarter.

Beall Barclay Opens Russellville Office

The new office at 2410 E. Parkway, Suite 3, is led by Josh Masters, a CPA and senior manager with the company.

Research Professors Lead Search for New Technology

The Arkansas Research Alliance on Dec. 3 announced the formation of the ARA Fellowship program, in a bid to increase the states competitiveness in a modern global economy.

Locomotive Lawsuit

Two of 45 people involved in the Arkansas & Missouri Railroad derailment in October have filed lawsuits, seeking compensation for injuries sustained during the accident.

Blooming Dogwoods

No matter the outcome of the civil right ordinance vote, the sun will continue to rise, and soon it will be spring, and Fayetteville will bloom with dogwoods.

Dog Bite

PetSmart Inc., the largest pet store in the country, is about to be washed and groomed by hedge fund tycoon Barry Rosenstein, the founder and managing

Monkey Business

InsiderMonkey.com ranked Collective Bias No. 10 in its recent prediction of the fastest-growing businesses in 2015.

Chattanooga Chicken

Fayetteville-based restaurant chain Slim Chickens will soon expand its footprint to Tennessee, and in a big way.

ASU Bowl Success Brings Economic Impact

Tom Fielder said the recent success of Arkansas State University on the gridiron has benefitted his Jonesboro business. Fielder, who owns Fat City Steak and Grillhouse in Jonesboro, said the…

Tusk to Tail 2014: Hogs. Horns. Houston. (Hupdated)

Tusk to Tail will travel to Houston in late December to watch the Hogs take on the Longhorns in a bowl game that Head Hog Coach Bret Bielema said is…

Gen. Clark: Energy policy key to U.S. economic strength, global power

Retired Gen. Wesley Clark, former NATO Supreme Allied Commander and one-time Democratic Presidential candidate, has written a new book that suggests the key to America’s best opportunity to lead the…

Hutchinson’s ground game

This past week, a 45-minute “pop-in” visit at the state’s Alexander Unit for troubled teens by Gov.-elect Asa Hutchinson seemed a little puzzling. At first blush, some may have thought…

Déjà vu? Maybe, maybe not … well probably

Each year December brings Christmas and uncertainty in the permanency of the Internal Revenue Code. While Christmas brings a frenzy of consumer spending, exhausted parents, overeating, and renewed family feuds…

Santa visits with children on the 11th annual Children’s Christmas Train

Santa rode into Springdale on the Arkansas & Missouri Railroad on Saturday (Dec. 6), aboard the 11th annual Children’s Christmas Train. Beginning at 8 a.m., families could join Santa on…

188th Wing to see a new commander in January

Col. Mark Anderson, the officer who oversaw the historic transition of the 188th Fighter Wing in Fort Smith to a unit without a manned flying mission, will soon step down…

Christmas and crowds come to downtown Van Buren for courthouse lighting

It's Christmastime in the City of Van Buren. The town ushered in the holiday season on Saturday (Dec. 6) evening with its annual Courthouse Lighting Ceremony, Festival of Trees, and…

Authors Of Ethics Reform, Term Limits Amendment Aim To End Confusion

Rep. Warwick Sabin, D-Little Rock, and State Sen. Jon Woods, R-Springdale, are aiming to end the confusion surrounding their co-authored and recently passed constitutional amendment, Issue No. 3. The measure…

General Wesley Clark Is In Search Of A Political Bargain On Energy

Retired General Wesley Clark, former NATO Supreme Allied Commander and one-time Democratic Presidential candidate, has written a new book that suggests the key to America’s best opportunity to lead the free world involves energy independence to strengthen the economy.

Made In America: Manufacturing Sector Expands For 18th Straight Month

A closely watched gauge of U.S. manufacturing pointed to another month of solid output. What’s driving the industrial rebound?

Tolbert: Jubilant Republicans Meet In Benton, Re-elect Party Officers

An excited Republican Party of Arkansas State Committee met in Benton to elect new officers for the next two years. The meeting was the first time Republicans gathered since their…

Nine Riceland facilities temporarily close

Tonnage up almost 11% on the Arkansas River through May

Fort Smith Metro News Briefs: USA Truck military support, Baptist Health to hold ‘MASH’ events

SGS opens Bentonville product testing lab