Tag: Media & Marketing

Arkansas Newspapers Feel Squeeze

Wehco and Stephens Media Group are still on the lookout for buying opportunities.

Marketers Keep Company Cars Under Wraps for More Message

Many mall businesses choose to turn company cars into traveling billboards.

40/29 Anchors Change Seats

Donna Bragg, current anchor for the KHBS/KHOG-TV, Channel 40/29 10 p.m. newscast, will be joining Craig Cannon for the 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. newscasts starting Sept. 2.

New Mercy Digs Top Sustainable Search

An independent panel of green ribbon judges determined that Mercy Health Systems of Rogers is the “Greenest Office” in Northwest Arkansas.

Wal-Mart, Master P Team on Affordable Hip-Hop Wear

If you thought the idea of Wal-Mart and AC/DC teaming up was just a little bit of a mismatch on the cool scale, they look like milk and cookies compared to the latest product launch.

Second Thoughts On Home BancShares Ad

In our June 2 and June 30 Whispers, we told you a bit about the Home BancShares Inc. ad running in central Arkansas touting it as bank to be trusted because it is “in the ads, not the news.”

Sells/Clark Says Home Bancshares Ad Targeted National, Not Local, Banking Woes

Sells/Clark says a Home Bancshares ad did not target Arkansas banking woes.

Increase Your Marketing Budget in Recession (Martin Thoma Commentary)

History shows that a recession is not a storm from which to hide but a crucible in which to grab market share and position for a much more profitable future.

Hello, HP (Editorial)

If Arkansas doesn’t provide economic incentives, other states will, and it may be time to reconsider Amendment 82’s $500 million qualifying limit.

Economic Theory Translates To ‘Real World’ in Arkansas (Market Forecast by Jeff Collins)

Understanding economics can help you in the ‘real world.’

Successful Leadership Found In Three Pertinent Priorities (Human Factor by Ron Maines)

Patrick Townsend and Joan Gebhardt observed three common priorities that form the basis for leadership.

Small Business Owners Squeeze in Time for Vacation

Forty-one percent of small business owners will not be among those fighting the vacation crowds, according to a recent survey conducted by American Express.

Red Ball Productions Plies Convention Services Expertise

Red Ball Productions of Springdale is well situated to serve the exhibition, display and convention setup needs of many companies and convention promoters in Northwest Arkansas and beyond.

Vendor Community Gives Back Via Nonprofit Support

The vendor community in Northwest Arkansas helps boosts giving to nonprofits.

Skill Diversification Boosts Job Security

As if Americans haven’t already been rattled by rising food and fuel prices, escalating inflation and declining home values, an increase in unemployment has begun to displace many and stress others.

Diversification Generates New Revenue Source

Employees aren’t the only ones who can profit from diversifying their talents; business owners can use the concept of diversification to add new means of income.

Reporter Turns Radio Passion to Public Service (First Person)

Rick Stockdell is responsible for bringing National Public Radio to Northwest Arkansas.

‘Lost Generation’ Finding its Way (Commentary by Jeffrey Wood)

Combine seasonal wanderlust with a pressured economic market and everyday distractions can bleed into detachment.

Fed Inflation Numbers Out of Sync with Reality (Market Forecast by Kerry Watkins-Bradley)

The government keeps telling us inflation as measured by the consumer price index has averaged about 3.5 percent over the past four quarters.

Wal-Mart Won’t Comment on AC/DC Deal

Wal-Mart Stores Inc. had another successful exclusive album launch for the week of June 9 as the 3-CD “Revelations” release from Journey sold 104,000 copies in its debut week.

Entergy Arkansas unveils ‘Next Generation’ plan; will seek to extend nuclear licenses

Fort Smith business leader John Taylor has died

Car-Mart completes $161.3 million securities transaction

Officials ask public to be on the lookout for bird flu in flocks