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Tyson Foods posts record revenue, shuffles execs
story by Kim Souzaksouza@thecitywire.comThis holiday season looks particularly bright for Tyson Foods’ execs who have earned fatter bonuses thanks to stellar fiscal 2013 results in a somewhat...
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Barber accomplice found guilty on eight charges (Updated)
K. Vaughn Knight, a Northwest Arkansas attorney and one-time associate with Brandon Barber, was found guilty on eight charges related to money laundering and fraud related to Barber’s messy...
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Progress noted on ‘secure’ historic Fort Smith structure
story by Michael Tilleymtilley@thecitywire.comRenovation of the historic Friedman-Mincer building in downtown Fort Smith is on track, but the new owner said it is “impossible to fully appreciate” what...
View ArticleCCF Brands garners notice from Progressive Grocer
Rogers-based CCF Brands, a consumer packaged goods company that distributes fresh eggs under the Great Day Farms and Farmer’s Market labels, was recognized by Progressive Grocer magazine in its 2013...
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Tyson’s Dynamic Fuel plant burns cash
story by Kim Souzaksouza@thecitywire.comTyson Foods execs said Monday (Nov. 18) its Dynamic Fuels plant in Geismar, La., remains idle as it has not reached an agreement to restart production with its...
View ArticleWal-Mart: Holiday competition heats up
Wal-Mart is taking no chances this year with potential threats of lost sales to competitors on Black Friday. The retail giant said it will begin matching Christmas ads today (Nov. 19) more than a week...
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Big data the target of Fayetteville-based DataRank
story by Jamie Smithjsmith@thecitywire.comThroughout the cyber world, millions of people are talking online. Talking about what they had for dinner, where they went shopping and what they think about...
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Area home sales up in October, values mixed
story by Ryan Saylorrsaylor@thecitywire.comHome sales in the Fort Smith area showed mixed results in October compared to the same month in 2012.In Crawford County, 46 homes were sold last month...
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American Tubing growth in Springdale to add 50 jobs
An estimated $3.2 million expansion of the American Tubing plant in Springdale is expected to create 50 new jobs and boost the company’s annual payroll to $1.35 million. The company now employs around...
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Debate emerges (again) on spinning off Sam’s Club
story by Kim Souzaksouza@thecitywire.comSam’s Club has operated in the shadow of big brother Wal-Mart Stores for 30 years, but some analysts and a former Sam’s Club exec say that perhaps the warehouse...
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‘Significant’ changes possible for Fianna Hills Country Club
story by Michael Tilleymtilley@thecitywire.comThe company that took a financial gamble on what has proven to be a successful makeover of the former Phoenix Village Mall property may soon invest at...
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Competition dings Car-Mart’s profits
story by Kim Souzaksouza@thecitywire.comAmerica’s Car-Mart has been rolling out new dealerships at a robust 10% rate this year and last, but in the recent quarter ending Oct. 31, the buy here, pay...
View ArticleFort Smith Board approves bonds for Gerber expansion
The Fort Smith Board of Directors approved an ordinance Tuesday (Nov. 19) authorizing the issuance of taxable industrial development bonds for Gerber Products in the amount of $150 million.According to...
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UAFS volleyball to boost Fort Smith economy
story by Ryan Saylorrsaylor@thecitywire.comIt may not be obvious to the naked eye, but Fort Smith will be a bit more crowded through the upcoming weekend as players, coaches, support staff and fans...
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Coughlin joins Grand Savings Bank
Tommy Coughlin IV, has been hired by Grand Savings Bank as a loan officer. Coughlin will manage business and consumer lending as part of Grand Savings Bank’s growth in Northwest Arkansas.A graduate of...
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Arvest invests in ‘major’ renovation of Fort Smith tower
A dominant landmark for the tens of thousands of residents and city visitors who travel along Rogers Avenue in Fort Smith is the almost 100-foot tall, nine-floor structure.The building was constructed...
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City of Fayetteville promotes Partain
Cheryl Partain is the new billing and collections manager for the city of Fayetteville.She has been the city’s financial analyst since 2005 and has worked in the accounting field for the past 18...
View ArticleCrystal Bridges expands operating hours
A high attendance and requests from visitors to access the museum earlier has prompted Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art to expand its hours beginning Nov. 23.On Saturdays and Sundays, the museum...
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Arkansas home sales rise, but prices trend lower
The pace of home sales in Arkansas’ four largest metro areas continues an impressive rise toward the end of 2013, but the average home price is trending lower thanks to pressure from gradually rising...
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Downtown appeal continues with ongoing development
story by Jamie Smithjsmith@thecitywire.comEditor’s note: This is a two part series that looks at downtown development in Northwest Arkansas’ four major cities. This first story looks at Bentonville and...
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