by - July 29, 2014 1:25 pm
Ross, Hutchinson to Appear at Fort Smith Chamber Event
Gubernatorial candidates Mike Ross and Asa Hutchinson to meet with Fort Smith business community for breakfast.
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by - July 29, 2014 1:05 pm
Mercy Presents New Mobile Health Clinic
The health care provider on Tuesday introduced the new clinic to a group of sponsors, chamber of commerce members and Mercy staff during a tour and ribbon-cutting ceremony in Rogers.
by - July 29, 2014 12:58 pm
Acosta’s lead investor sells to Carlyle Group
Acosta Sales & Marketing, an in-store merchandising and marketing agency in the consumer goods industry, is being acquired by The Carlyle Group, according to a company release. The deal is…
by - July 29, 2014 12:52 pm
Fort Smith announces succession plan for finance director
Planning for the eventual retirement of Fort Smith's director of finance has already begun with the announcement Tuesday (July 29) of the city's new number two in the finance department….
by - July 29, 2014 12:11 pm
Consumer confidence rises in the second quarter
U.S. consumer confidence increased four index points in the second quarter of 2014 to a score of 104. This marks an upward trend that began in the first quarter of…
by - July 29, 2014 12:02 pm
Boys & Girls Club of Van Buren presents inaugural Great Futures Gala
The Boys and Girls Club of Van Buren invites the community and Club supporters to "Save the Date" for its inaugural "Great Futures Gala" on September 27. The first fundraiser…
by - July 29, 2014 11:37 am
Razorback Greenway adds work, costs for cities
As the Northwest Arkansas Regional Razorback Greenway continues to grow, it adds business growth opportunities and healthy options for area residents and tourists. It also adds responsibilities and potential higher…
by - July 29, 2014 10:43 am
Windstream to spin off network assets into real estate trust
Little Rock-based Windstream Corp. will spin off certain assets of the telecom and broadband company and form a new, real estate investment trust (REIT). The company announced on Tuesday (July…
by - July 28, 2014 9:47 pm
Fort Smith School Board approves pre-K insurance program
During its regular meeting Monday evening (July 28), the Fort Smith School Board approved a contract with an insurance company to provide liability insurance for the district's pre-k programs even…
by - July 28, 2014 9:43 pm
Fort Smith, Barling officials hear plans on third Fort Smith high school
City directors from Barling and Fort Smith were given their first opportunity to ask questions regarding plans by the Fort Smith Public Schools to construct a third high school in…
by - July 28, 2014 7:24 pm
Wal-Mart watchers weigh-in on Dollar Tree merger
The race to win the frugal, cash-strapped consumer got a little more heated on Monday (July 28) with Dollar Tree’s $8.5 billion blockbuster offer to acquire struggling discounter Family Dollar…
by - July 28, 2014 5:45 pm
Election Central: Talk Business-Hendrix College Poll Preview
Talk Business & Politics Editor-in-Chief Roby Brock delivers Monday’s top political headlines in this Election Central Daily Brief. HUTCHINSON TAX FLAP The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette reported over the weekend that GOP…
by - July 28, 2014 5:41 pm
Crystal Bridges expands curatorial team with promotions, new hire
Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art employees Manuela Well-Off-Man and Chad Alligood have been promoted to curator, and Mindy Besaw has joined the museum as a curator. She previously worked…
by - July 28, 2014 5:33 pm
P.A.M. Transportation Posts Record Quarter, Adds Drivers
P.A.M. Transportation Services Inc. posted record quarter earnings behind 8.5% more loads hauled and a roughly 1.4% rise revenue per mile, before fuel surcharges. The Tontitown-based trucking firm reported net…
by - July 28, 2014 5:05 pm
Tolbert: Arkansas Right To Life Endorses Cotton
Arkansas Right to Life, along with the National Right to Life, rolled out an endorsement Monday for Congressman Tom Cotton pointing to both his consistent pro-life record as well as…
by - July 28, 2014 5:04 pm
Foran pick to lead Walmart U.S. scrutinized, other exec moves expected
Wal-Mart’s decision to promote Greg Foran to CEO of Walmart U.S. was a surprising move to analysts given Foran does not have the U.S. retail experience that other execs within…
by - July 28, 2014 4:07 pm
University of Arkansas announces 2013-2014 athletics report
Former President Bill Clinton, the “Never Yield” motto and academic achievement are included in the new 2013-2014 Arkansas Razorbacks Athletics Annual Report. A press release announcing the report also notes…
by - July 28, 2014 3:55 pm
Robertson named director of UAFS Center for Business and Professional Development
Dave Robertson has been named director of the Center for Business and Professional Development at the The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith. The position was open following the retirement…
by - July 28, 2014 3:49 pm
Gay rights group calls for action to protect Arkansas’ LGBT community
A survey by a prominent gay rights group asserts that large numbers of gays and lesbians in Arkansas report having been the victims of discrimination and harassment. The group is…
by - July 28, 2014 12:45 pm
Dental outreach for kids at the Jones Center
The Jones Center is offering free dental services for those with no private health insurance starting on Monday, July 28 as part of the Ronald McDonald Care Mobile Dental Outreach…