Tyson Foods cited for repeat OSHA violations
Tyson Foods Inc. was recently cited for “repeat and serious violations of workplace standards” following a federal inspection of its prepared food plant in Buffalo, N.Y.The Occupational Safety and...
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Former Arkansas AG Steve Clark talks about the road back
story by J.R. Davis, courtesy of Talk BusinessEditor’s note: The following story first appeared in the November-December issue of Talk Business Arkansas magazine. Talk Business is a content partner...
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Labor issues continue to plague Wal-Mart
story by Kim Souzaksouza@thecitywire.comThe nation’s largest private employer, Wal-Mart Stores Inc., has become synonymous with ongoing labor disputes largely fueled by union-funded groups over...
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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, 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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Freight reports present mixed economic outlook
Optimism was the theme of an American Trucking Associations’ economic report, but a broader index that measures shipments and freight expenditures delivered a sour note on future economic...
View ArticleVietnamese furniture manufacturer to open operation in Morrilton
Vinh Long, a Vietnamese furniture manufacturer, will invest $5 million to locate an operation in an existing building in Morrilton that will employ 75 people.The company, which produces home furnishing...
View ArticleChuy’s Rogers adopts partnership with NWA Sunshine School
Chuy’s, the Austin-based restaurant opening in Rogers in January, announced its Northwest Arkansas charity partnership with the Sunshine School and Development Center, a nonprofit organization...
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High school students seek business funding
story info submitted by the University of Arkansas at Fort SmithThirty-seven teams of high school business students made their pitches Nov. 21 to “loan committees” at the University of Arkansas at Fort...
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Wal-Mart eager to test convenience store model
story by Kim Souzaksouza@thecitywire.comWal-Mart Stores Inc. knows it needs a lesson or two in consumer convenience. It’s true the behemoth’s supercenter offers one type of convenience — one-stop...
View ArticleNWACC public relations team garners awards
Members of NorthWest Arkansas Community College’s public relations and marketing team received six awards in the District 4 Medallion Awards competition conducted by the National Council for Marketing...
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Wal-Mart speaks out on proposed holiday protests
Story by Kim Souzaksouza@thecitywire.comUnion-backed groups and individuals announced Thursday (Nov. 21) a series of protests planned at Wal-Mart Stores on Black Friday and at the home office on Friday...
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The Friday Wire: Burning cash and white-collar crime
A corporate disagreement over an alternative fuel plant, new jobs for Springdale and the redemption of a former fallen Arkansas political star are part of the Northwest Arkansas Friday Wire for Nov....
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The Friday Wire: Country club work and volleyball money
A possible big gamble on a country club, an investment spark in downtown Fort Smith and the success of a Catholic school principal are part of the Nov. 8 Friday Wire for the Fort Smith region.NEWS...
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Arkansas’ October jobless rate rises to 7.5%
Editor’s note: This story is a component of The Compass Report. The quarterly Compass Report is managed by The City Wire and presented by Fort Smith-based Benefit Bank. Other supporting sponsors of The...
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