Tag: retail

Walmart Files Shareholders Meeting Materials

The company also released its eighth annual Global Responsibility Report (GRR), outlining its extensive social and environmental work over the past year.

Arvest Leads State in Small-Business Lending

Arvest Bank made 145 U.S. Small Business Administration-backed loans in 2014, a record high for the Fayetteville-chartered bank.

Social Media Helps Retailers Promote Brands as Lifestyles

Social media e-commerce has gotten a lot of buzz in the retail industry, but buy buttons dont seem to be where brands focuses lie.

UA Presents Chancellors Medal to Johnelle Hunt, William Dillard II

The two were honored at an event on the University of Arkansas campus, along with other financial backers whose cumulative giving to the university reached or exceeded $100,000.

Local World Gym Owner Files Bankruptcy

Rhett Garner of Bella Vista lists assets of $655,250 and liabilities of $10.2 million, after the closing of three locations, with two still open in Washington County.

Chinese Manufacturer Files $33M Countersuit Against Redman

Sales Chief is alleging damages due to defamatory statements made by Redman in articles published in the Northwest Arkansas Business Journal and Arkansas Business, a weekly publication headquartered in Little Rock.

Belfry, Pressroom Redouble Bentonville Restaurant Boom

The twin restaurant projects force the question: If the Bentonville culinary scene has been in maturation since 2009, is it time to say its finally come of age?

Gluten-Free Options Now A Must-Have in Region

Once a niche market found only in natural food stores, gluten-free products have established a massive presence on product shelves and in restaurants throughout Northwest Arkansas.

NWA Mall Sees Appraisal Reduction of $68.5 Million

A financial analyst said the mall is in good condition, with high occupancy and standard lease rates, but all that could easily change as the malls two largest tenants are hemorrhaging money.

Supplier Teams: CPG Special Forces (OPINION)

Team members doing business with Wal-Mart Stores Inc. require a level of training, preparation, discipline and execution that is akin to that of the U.S. Army Special Forces.

Newks Offers Convenient, Fresh Food (LUNCH REVIEW)

If youre looking for a quick lunch, Newks Eatery in Fayetteville is a great choice.

Onyx, Backwoods Outfitters Going into Midtown Center

Onyx Coffee Lab and Austin-based Backwoods outfitters will soon be announced as tenants of the new Midtown Center in Bentonville.

Nerdies Founder Vying to Compete on Shark Tank

Brad Harvey, founder of the alternative learning company, has made it to the second round of casting for the ABC competition television show for entrepreneurs.

Arvest Bank Seeking Judgment Against Michaels

The bank is pursuing a legal judgment in a dispute against Texas-based arts and crafts retail chain Michaels Stores Inc. involving a failed development in Rogers.

New CEO John Erdos Will Move Part of I.O. Metro to Dallas

The Lowell-based company will retain its distribution center, operations and financial offices in Arkansas, but its merchandise, marketing and creative offices will relocate in June.

Springdale Logistics Company Expands

On Time Logistics nearly doubling warehouse capacity, partnering with Banded for fulfillment.

Federal Judge Denies Motion to Dismiss Redman Suit

A federal court case between Bentonville businessman Mel Redman and a Chinese toy manufacturer will continue to move toward a trial, a judge said Tuesday.

Core Brewing Expanding to Fayetteville, Har-Ber Meadows

Jesse Core is about to sign a lease agreement on a 1,700-SF brew pub in the 3700 block of Mall Avenue, across the street from Noodles Italian Kitchen.

Marvins IGA Keeps Losing Ground To Walmart

A series of store closings that followed Wal-Mart Stores Inc. entering those markets indicates trouble for the Van Buren-based grocery store.

Glucose Health Relocates HQ From Florida to Bentonville Plaza

The publicly traded company, previously headquartered in West Palm Beach, Florida, makes products to help manage Type 2 diabetes.

Doula Alliance of Arkansas appoints executive director

St. Bernards Healthcare to take over management of Mississippi County Hospital System

Honored Anthony building houses University of Arkansas wood, housing research

UA survey shows more Arkansans suffer from depression