by - March 6, 2014 10:03 am
Staples to shutter 225 stores
Office supply retailer Staples will close 225 stores in North America by the middle of next year seeking to trim costs amid a weaker sales climate. Staples said it is…
Tag: retail
by - March 4, 2014 2:01 pm
RadioShack to shutter 1,100 U.S. stores
Electronics retailer RadioShack continues to fight for its existence despite same-store sales sinking 19% in the recent quarter. The Texas-based retailer said it will close up to 1,100 stores across…
by - March 3, 2014 12:00 am
Lawyer Oversees Firm, Liquor Store
The attorney who, representing a group of Barling residents, successfully stopped the sale of alcohol in the community isnt a crusading lawyer leading the anti-liquor movement. In fact, he is a liquor store owner.
by - March 3, 2014 12:00 am
Long-Simmering Lawsuit
Ex-Walmart Sourcing EVP John J. Ryan claims Fayetteville law firm, ex-wife destroyed deals.
by - February 28, 2014 10:28 am
New retail center on tap in Rogers
Western Rogers is poised to get more retail development, this time it’s just south of the Pinnacle Promenade in the Pleasant Crossings district.. Whisinvest Realty plans to build a 22,000…
by - February 26, 2014 1:35 pm
JBU Dedicates Soderquist College of Business
Don Soderquist was a leader at Walmart for more than 20 years, serving as chief operating officer and senior vice chairman during a period when the retail chain grew to become the largest in the world
by - February 26, 2014 8:56 am
Data breach dings Target finances
The holiday season was brutal for many retailers, but Target also was hit hard from the massive data breach during the height of the holiday shopping season, a situation still…
by - February 23, 2014 10:35 pm
Cabela’s celebrates ‘Spring Great Outdoor Days’ with local event
Cabela’s Outdoors in Rogers will celebrate the beginning of the thaw by hosting “Spring Great Outdoor Days 2014” on March 1 and 2. The outdoor speciality retailer hopes to encourage…
by - February 17, 2014 12:00 am
Pop-Up Store Gains Permanent Spot at Northwest Arkansas Mall
The store, Go! Calendars, Games, Toys & Books, originally a seasonal location in the mall, now will be a permanent fixture.
by - February 17, 2014 12:00 am
Executive Farewell
Wal-Mart Stores Inc. executive Henry Jordan announced his retirement recently, after 28 years with the company.
by - February 13, 2014 11:40 am
Flat U.S. retail sales in January blamed on bad weather
Consumers pulled back on post-holiday shopping and spending in the beginning of the year with severe winter weather in much of the country partially to blame, according to a report…
by - February 12, 2014 10:34 am
Sears to offer drive-through pickup for online orders
In the competitive world of retail, selling convenience is key,. While Sears struggles to keep pace, the department store chain announced a bold move this week — free drive-through pickup…
by - February 7, 2014 2:16 pm
Walmart Buys 126.1 Acres for $4 Million
The recently rezoned property is west of Peach Orchard Road in Benton County near the planned Interstate 49 corridor.
by - January 26, 2014 11:40 am
Michaels craft stores suspect data security breach
Irving, Texas-based Michaels art and craft stores announced Saturday (Jan. 25) that it too, had recently been targeted by a data security attack, joining a handful of other retailers such…
by - January 20, 2014 12:00 am
Discount Giant Builds Beer Portfolio
Dollar General will start selling beer at several Northwest Arkansas locations.
by - January 20, 2014 12:00 am
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.
by - January 20, 2014 12:00 am
Watkins Star Still Rising At Wal-Mart Stores Inc.
Spelman College graduate Latriece Watkins is proud of her success at Wal-Mart Stores Inc., but she is also excited about the next phase in her career.
by - January 15, 2014 2:21 pm
Kantar report debunks grocery retail, shopper myths
Supermarkets are the great-grandparents of all modern retail. And while they face on onslaught of increased competition. experts don’t expect them to become extinct anytime soon. That said, a recent…
by - January 13, 2014 5:36 pm
24/7 Wall St. releases “Most Hated Company” list
Financial media firm 24/4 Wall St. recently released its top 10 list of hated companies for 2013. The ranking is based on protests from workers or disenchanted shareholders. Out of…
by - January 13, 2014 11:56 am
Target data breach highlights cyber safety needs
The major security breaches at Target, Neiman Marcus and at least three other anonymous small retailers this past holiday season are sending strong signals to retailers, consumers and local banks…