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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...

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The 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...

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Retail 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...

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Clark 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...

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Private 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...

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Willie 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...

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New 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...

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Numbers 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...

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Fewer 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...

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Arvest 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...

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Judge 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...

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Centennial 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...

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Illinois 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...

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Wal-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...

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The 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...

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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 service for...

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Consumer 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,...

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NWA 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...

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‘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...

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RITA 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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