Tag: Industries

Tyson Buys Stuffed Bread Stick Brand

Tyson Foods Inc. announced Monday it has acquired the assets of Boscos Pizza Co. of Warren, Mich.

Business and Science a Good Mix for Brune

Ellen Brune, chief scientific officer at Boston Mountain Biotech LLC, invented a patent-worthy technology and founded her own pharmaceutical company by the time she was 27 years old.

Are Entrepreneurs Born or Made?

An increasing number of colleges and universities throughout the country now offer entrepreneurship degrees, but the University of Arkansas has not followed suit.

Eldridge Back on the Scene

James Eldridge, who previously made up half of the Springdale-based handmade furniture manufacturer James+James, has joined another startup venture hoping to capitalize on the social media platform Instagram.

Be Mindful of the End Game

As a lot of Baby Boomers are retiring, they can set an example of how to successfully exit a business.

California Conversations

Even in Los Angeles, Mark Darr was the subject of conversation between two Arkansans.

State Finance Authority Looking to Invest in Startups

Entrepreneurs are encouraged by the Arkansas Development Finance Authority to apply this year for federal dollars issued by the State Small Business Credit Initiative.

Local Clinic Introduces Worlds First Custom-Branded Teledermatology App

A new mobile app created by physicians at Ozark Dermatology Clinic allows patients to send in photos of skin issues and consult with their doctor via the app instead of coming into the office for an appointment.

J.D. Byrider Dealership Opens in Rogers

The leading used car sales and financing franchise has opened its first Northwest Arkansas location at 2328 S. 8th St. in Rogers.

Monument Company Celebrates 100 Years

Emerson Monument, which was founded in 1914, plan to expand this year to a new facility.

Mattingly Named Arkansas Sportscaster of the Year

Bo Mattingly, host of the statewide Sports Talk With Bo radio show, was given the 2013 Arkansas Sportscaster of the Year Award by the National Sportswriters and Sportscasters Association.

BancorpSouth Opens New Fayetteville Location

An official grand opening for the new branch, located at 3390 Futrall Drive, will be Jan. 31.

Discount Giant Builds Beer Portfolio

Dollar General will start selling beer at several Northwest Arkansas locations.

Houston Nutts Old Horse Farm Now Winery

Insurance executives Gene and Cheryl Long are building the wine and wedding paradise on a 16-acre spread on the banks of Sassafras Springs at 6461 Guy Terry Road in northeast Fayetteville.

Springdale Business Leader Stan Bedford Dies in Hospice

Springdale Mayor Doug Sprouse, a longtime friend, said Bedford was a tremendous Godly example of what a businessman should be.

David Banks, Ex-LTC Industry Leader, Dies at 76

A memorial service for the former chairman of long-term care giant Beverly Enterprises was held Jan. 4.

Expand Your Team With a Business Banking Partner

A bank should act as a business partner, especially for small business owners.

Idaho Company Acquires Courtyard by Marriott For $13M

Ball Ventures LLC, a privately held real estate investment and development company in Idaho, bought the 114-unit hotel at 3678 N. Mall Ave. in Fayetteville.

Centennials New NWA President Values Personal Connections

Scott Hancock believes the personal bond between the bank and its customers is important, even as online banking and mobile banking tools continue to evolve.

Bank Customers Encouraged To Winterize Accounts

Like many people winterize their cars and homes, Bank of Arkansas customers are being encouraged to prepare their bank accounts for winter storms.

Fort Smith Metro News Briefs: Coach Curry race complaint, Fort Smith hires engineering director

The Supply Side: Walmart touts gains with Vizio in first year

Casqui village, De Soto research continues near Parkin in Cross County

Williamson Insurance sells to Inszone