Tyson Foods grants $55,000 to Samaritan Community Center SnackPack program
Tyson Foods made a $55,000 grant to the Samaritan Community Center in Springdale that will go toward its SnackPacks for Kids program. SnackPacks are designed to send home with students who might not...
View ArticleMercy Behavior Health receives $693,750 grant from Walmart Foundation
The Walmart Foundation awarded a $693,750 grant to Mercy’s Behavioral Health Services. The money will be used to fund additional staffing and program ramp up.Mercy is planning to hire 12 additional...
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Foran updates progress in Walmart U.S., says more improvements coming
story by Kim Souzaksouza@thecitywire.comCriticism of Walmart U.S. stores was pointed during a conference Wednesday in New York City. The company needs to improve shopper experiences, fresh food...
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FNB Paragould seeks diversification with Northwest Arkansas investment
story by Kim Souzaksouza@thecitywire.comThe bank concentration in Benton and Washington counties is one of the highest in the nation, with 180 branches operated by 31 different banks in the growing...
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Arkansas’ March revenue report down thanks to wintry weather
story by Wesley Brown, courtesy of Talk Business & Politicswesbrocomm@gmail.comState revenues fell below projections in the March report, a dip caused by sales tax and individual income tax...
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The Supply Side: Food companies move from core to chase consumer
Editor’s note:The Supply Side section of The City Wire focuses on the companies, organizations, issues and individuals engaged in providing products and services to retailers. The Supply Side is...
View ArticleCar-Mart celebrates its 140th dealership opening
Bentonville-based America’s Car-Mart has opened its 140th car dealership which is located in Carrollton, Ga., the company reported Thursday (April 2). The Carrollton location marks the sixth corporate...
View ArticleSkyline Report: NWA housing sector expansion continues
The Northwest Arkansas housing sector continues its economic expansion at a steady and sustainable pace, according to the Arvest Bank sponsored Skyline Report that examined data from the second half of...
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Wal-Mart and other retailers struggle to tweak private label prices, offerings
story by Kim Souzaksouza@thecitywire.comFrom Great Value bacon and eggs to George branded apparel and MainStay home wares, Wal-Mart is the largest private label player in the U.S., according to Walmart...
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The Compass Report: U.S. economy gains are ‘grudgingly slow,’ but better
Editor’s note: This story is a component of The Compass Report. The quarterly Compass Report is managed by The City Wire, and sponsored by Arvest Bank. Supporting sponsors of The Compass Report are Cox...
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Pros and cons of Export-Import Bank noted during Clinton School address
story from Talk Business & Politics, a content partner with The City WireA growing global middle class will provide opportunities for American exporters, but domestic companies will need support to...
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The Supply Side: Selling to big retailers is not for the weak
story by Kim Souzaksouza@thecitywire.comEditor’s note:The Supply Side section of The City Wire focuses on the companies, organizations, issues and individuals engaged in providing products and services...
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Gov. Hutchinson sees 20% of Arkansas’ students in computer classes
story by Wesley Brown, courtesy of Talk Business & Politicswesbrocomm@gmail.comGov. Asa Hutchinson told a group of startup executives and entrepreneurs visiting Little Rock that one of his...
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Wal-Mart pay raise plan to boost wages for 16,257 employees in Arkansas
Wal-Mart Stores said Wednesday (April 1) that 16,257 of its employees in Arkansas will receive a pay raise beginning with the April 4 pay period. The increase, part of the $1 billion pay and benefit...
View ArticleDollar Tree to shutter 340 Family Dollar Stores to close deal
Discount retailer Dollar Tree said Tuesday (April 7) it expects to be able to complete its purchase of competitor Family Dollar in May, and it will have to sell about 340 Family Dollar locations to...
View ArticleImports rising as West Coast ports recover
The National Retail Federation reports that import cargo volume at major retail container ports is expected to rise 8% in April over the same time last year. The trade group cites the ongoing recovery...
View ArticleWalgreens to close 200 stores in $1 billion cost savings plan
Drugstore giant Walgreens said Thursday (April 9) it plans to shutter about 200 stores or 2% of its U.S. footprint as part of a $1 billion cost savings plan over the next three years.Walgreens operates...
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The Compass Report: Top Arkansas metro economies end 2014 on a good note
Economic conditions in Arkansas’ three largest metro areas were relatively healthy in the fourth quarter of 2014. Small improvements were seen in the central Arkansas and Fort Smith areas, and overall...
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Consumers gain confidence in mobile banking, slower to pay by phone
story by Kim Souzaksouza@thecitywire.comAs mobile phones have become an extension of the body more consumers are gaining confidence in how they use these smart devices, especially when it comes to...
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Downtown Fort Smith investors optimistic, seek more city support
story and photos by Brittany Ransombransom@thecitywire.comDowntown development and raising expectations were at the core of discussions at the 2015 Compass Conference on Thursday (April 9) evening....
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