Tag: Industries

Bank Board

Northwest Arkansas bank executives join the Arkansas Bankers Association.

In Gods Hands

Whether or not downtown Springdale reclaims itself as a commercial hub is in Gods hands kind of.

Walmart to Launch Price Comparison Tool This Summer

The Savings Catcher will allow customers at Wal-Mart Stores Inc. to reap return in the form of a store gift card if the tool finds a lower price from a competitor.

Sams Club Introduces Chip-Enabled Credit Card Security

Sams Club is the first major American retailer to use the technology for its store credit cards, which will be available June 23.

Walmart Meeting Concludes Shareholders Week

Associates, executives and celebrities gathered Friday for the retail giants signature annual event.

Last Call For Forty Under 40 Nominations

Today is the deadline to submit nominations for the 18th annual class.

Its Official: Walton Interests Buy Emma Avenue Buildings for $1.22M

Combined, the vacant buildings represent 29,616 SF of commercial space in downtown Springdale.

Inaugural Class Named for Arkansas Fellowship Program

Local companies Acumen Brands, Collective Bias, DataRank and MoxyOx are among the 11 host companies who will employ a recent college graduate for the next two years.

Report Highlights Springdale Job Creation

According to the Arkansas Tech Business Index, Springdale leads all cities with a labor market rating of 109.49.

First Federal Bancshares Becomes Bear State Financial

Bear State Financial is now using the NASDAQ ticker symbol of BSF.

BlueInGreen Trending For Record Revenue Year

Fayetteville startup taps its technology to help improve drinking water in three states.

ArcBest to Build New Headquarters in Fort Smith

The companys $30 million plan was announced Friday.

Tyson Foods Offers Nearly $7 Billion for Hillshire Brands

Tyson on Thursday said it would pay $50 per share for the company, a deal worth $6.8 billion.

Symphony of Northwest Arkansas Names New Executive Director

Matthew Herren, who most recently served as SoNAs associate principal cello and personnel manager, will begin July 1.

Office Park Deals in Bentonville Total More Than $5M

KNDW Investments LLC of Texarkana, Texas, bought the LEED-certified Heritage Center Office Park on Village Loop and the Legacy Business Center on S.W. 24th Street.

UA Group Employs 21st-Century Technology For Classical Studies

University of Arkansas students this fall have an opportunity to earn a core humanities credit while playing a video game.

Rising Through the Ranks

DataRank has outgrown its current office and is looking for new headquarters.

Construction Company Hits 10-Year Milestone

The owners of Milestone Construction Co. LLC have demonstrated a philosophy of responsible growth that has led to long-term success.

Onrush of Highway Projects Cues Safety Push

As Arkansas launches 31 highway projects statewide, state agencies are placing an emphasis on safe driving in work zones.

Whole Foods Already Causing Ripples in Local Food Market

The natural food store will not open its doors until fall next year, but local farmers are already weighing their vending options, and folks are wondering if Ozark Natural Foods will be able to survive the competition.

Oklahoma court ruling threatens poultry industry in Arkansas

GDP up 4.3% in the third quarter, consumer confidence declines

St. Bernards to expand Maternal Life360 HOME program into Greene County

Then and Now: Cooperative business model a good fit for Mitchell Johnson