The Friday Wire: Putrid politics and moving an Iceberg
The upcoming nasty politics of the private option, moving an entrepreneurial iceberg, and a greener Wal-Mart and are part of the Northwest Arkansas Friday Wire for Feb. 7.NOTES & ANALYSIS• Get...
View ArticleThe Friday Wire: Putrid politics and Whirlpool’s marbles
The upcoming nasty politics of the private option, the Fianna Hills Country Club project, and a governor’s disdain for Whirlpool’s marbles movement are part of the Feb. 7 Friday Wire for the Fort Smith...
View ArticleRetail group expects modest sales growth in 2014
story by Kim Souzaksouza@thecitywire.comRetailers, despite a slew of layoffs and store closure announcements in recent weeks are expected to see modest sales growth of 4.1% in 2014, up from 3.7% growth...
View ArticleClark Partners launches new firm
Clark Partners Realty Group announces that it is no longer just a team of real estate agents, but a full-service real estate firm.Owner/Broker, Anthony Clark, officially launched the full-service real...
View ArticlePrivate equity firm to pay $124.78 million for Allens Canning
story by Kim Souzaksouza@thecitywire.comAllens Canning business went on the auction block earlier this week with Sager Creek Acquisition Corp. winning the bid and agreeing to pay $124.781 million for...
View ArticleWillie Nelson and Allison Krauss slated for July 7 at AMP
Country and bluegrass fans in Northwest Arkansas will have the opportunity to see Willie Nelson and Alilson Krauss who announced they will perform at the AMP in Rogers on July 7.These award-winning...
View ArticleNew Wal-Mart ads tout manufacturing return, the ‘Working Man’
story by Michael Tilleymtilley@thecitywire.comPunctuated by the high-energy rock riffs of Rush and massaged by the distinct baritone voice of advertising pitch man Mike Rowe, Wal-Mart Stores Inc. has...
View ArticleNumbers improve, but USA Truck posts fifth consecutive annual loss (Updated)
Editor's note: Story updated with changes throughout.The financial picture at Van Buren-based USA Truck appears to be improving, but the company still posted a net loss of $9.11 million in 2013. While...
View ArticleFewer Americans identify as middle class, despite ongoing economic recovery
story by Kim Souzaksouza@thecitywire.comThe economy, particularly in Northwest Arkansas, has seen steady growth in the past two years. But on a national level the number of Americans who consider...
View ArticleArvest promotes Jacob Barnes at Springdale location
Arvest Bank announces the promotion of Jacob Barnes to branch manager of the bank location at the corner of East Robinson Avenue and Butterfield Coach Road in Springdale. He will report to Jenny...
View ArticleJudge approves sale of Allens Canning to Sager Creek
story by Kim Souzaksouza@thecitywire.comIt took federal Bankruptcy Judge Ben Barry more than an hour Tuesday morning (Feb. 11) to weed through a long list of objections regarding the sale of Allens...
View ArticleCentennial Bank promotes Matt Hicks to market president, Benton County
Matt Hicks has been named market president in Rogers and Bentonville, according to Scott Hancock, Centennial Bank Division President. Hicks has worked in a variety of roles for Centennial Bank, having...
View ArticleIllinois attorney outlines plan to sue Whirlpool for Fort Smith pollution
story by Ryan Saylorrsaylor@thecitywire.comThe Fort Smith Board of Directors for the first time Tuesday (Feb. 11) heard from an attorney who believes the city may have the authority to level fines...
View ArticleWal-Mart sponsors the Arkansas Music Pavilion with $2.5 million gift
The new Arkansas Music Pavilion under construction in Rogers will be named the Walmart AMP, following a $2.5 million gift from the retailer on Tuesday (Feb. 11). The Walton Arts Center announced the...
View ArticleThe Supply Side: Private label options explored by suppliers, retailers
story by Kim Souzaksouza@thecitywire.comConsumers spend $725 billion annually on consumer packaged goods (CPG) and the battle for market share is a fierce one between national brands and private label...
View ArticleSears 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 service for...
View ArticleConsumer credit exceeded expectations in December
Consumer credit outperformed consensus expectations with a gain of $18.8 billion in December, the highest level in the past 10 months and more than $6 billion higher than consensus expectations,...
View ArticleNWA Home Show slated for this weekend
More than 107 vendor booths featuring the latest trends in window fashion, countertops, flooring or outdoor living are set to display their wares and services this weekend, Feb. 14, 15 and 16, at the...
View Article‘Smaller paychecks’ push area tourism taxes lower in 2013
Hospitality tax collections in Fort Smith and Van Buren were down in 2013 compared to 2012, ending two consecutive years of gains for both cities. The tourism chiefs in both cities say 2014 will...
View ArticleRITA hires lobbying group to help obtain port funding
story by Ryan Saylorrsaylor@thecitywire.comThe Regional Intermodal Transportation Authority (RITA) voted Wednesday (Feb. 12) to contract with Washington, D.C.-based The Normandy Group to host a meeting...
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