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Live: Governor candidates Demuth and Klobuchar to talk business issues at forum
The forum hosted by the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce begins at 9 a.m. Monday in Brainerd.
Talk Business & Politics: Analysis of Talk Business & Politics-Hendrix College poll
It’s been a busy week of polling as Arkansas took a focused approach to the November midterm elections ahead.
Talk Business & Politics: Analysis of Talk Business & Politics-Hendrix College poll
It’s been a busy week of polling as Arkansas took a focused approach to the November midterm elections ahead.
Talk Business & Politics: Analysis of Talk Business & Politics-Hendrix College poll
It’s been a busy week of polling as Arkansas took a focused approach to the November midterm elections ahead.
Talk Business & Politics: Analysis of Talk Business & Politics-Hendrix College poll
It’s been a busy week of polling as Arkansas took a focused approach to the November midterm elections ahead.
Capitol View: Analysis of Talk Business & Politics-Hendrix College poll
It’s been a busy week of polling as Arkansas took a focused approach to the November midterm elections ahead.
Capitol View: Analysis of Talk Business & Politics-Hendrix College poll
It’s been a busy week of polling as Arkansas took a focused approach to the November midterm elections ahead.
Fort Smith to help employees with credit monitoring, ID restoration
Fort Smith City Administrator Jeff Dingman on Saturday (Oct. 17) notified city employees of help with “credit monitoring and identity restoration services.” The email came a day after Talk Business...
Poll: Cotton takes lead over Shoffner
A new Talk Business & Politics-Hendrix College Poll released Thursday (Oct. 15) shows incumbent Republican U.S. Sen. Tom Cotton with a nine-point lead over his Democratic challenger, Hallie Shoffner. The...
Poll: Cotton takes lead over Shoffner
A new Talk Business & Politics-Hendrix College Poll released Thursday (Oct. 15) shows incumbent Republican U.S. Sen. Tom Cotton with a nine-point lead over his Democratic challenger, Hallie Shoffner. The...
Lossing and Hoheisel talk business at Monday’s Babbitt Weekly News mayoral candidate forum
The Ely Echo weekly newspaper and its companion pieces - North Country SAVER and North Country ANGLER - provide insight into the news and happenings of northern Minnesota, alongside the Canadian border. www.elyecho.com
Huntington Beach council candidates talk business at chamber forum
Ten of the 11 candidates for the council participated in Wednesday night's forum at the Central Library.
Oregon Gov. Kotek and state Sen. Drazan share a stage in Portland and talk business, taxes, Trump
The Portland Business Journal’s gubernatorial forum marked the first — and only — scheduled appearance in Portland.
Oregon Gov. Kotek and state Sen. Drazan share a stage in Portland and talk business, taxes, Trump
The Portland Business Journal’s gubernatorial forum marked the first — and only — scheduled appearance in Portland.
Talk Business & Politics: Editor Andrew DeMillo and mid-term election analysis
It has been a busy week in Arkansas between the topics of data centers, prison wrangling and healthcare.
Registration open for local business forum
The Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce is holding its next Let's Talk Business forum this month.
Poll: Voters weigh in on 4 ballot proposals
The Arkansas legislature has referred four issues to voters this fall. In the latest Talk Business & Politics-Hendrix College Poll, respondents offered their early positions on all four referrals. “These...
Poll: Voters weigh in on 4 ballot proposals
The Arkansas legislature has referred four issues to voters this fall. In the latest Talk Business & Politics-Hendrix College Poll, respondents offered their early positions on all four referrals. “These...
Poll: Hammer has slim lead in Secretary of State's race
Poll numbers from the latest Talk Business & Politics-Hendrix College Poll show Republican State Sen. Kim Hammer, R-Benton, with a three-point lead over Democratic candidate Kelly Grappe for Secretary of...
Poll: Hammer has slim lead in Secretary of State's race
Poll numbers from the latest Talk Business & Politics-Hendrix College Poll show Republican State Sen. Kim Hammer, R-Benton, with a three-point lead over Democratic candidate Kelly Grappe for Secretary of...
Capitol View: Talk Business & Politics-Hendrix College poll analysis
It’s been a busy week of polling as Arkansas takes a focused approach to the November midterm elections ahead.
Capitol View: Talk Business & Politics-Hendrix College poll analysis
It’s been a busy week of polling as Arkansas takes a focused approach to the November midterm elections ahead.
Poll: Similar trends in CD2 show tight race between Hill, Jones
A new poll in Congressional District 2 shows a competitive, tight race between U.S. Rep. French Hill, R-Little Rock, and his Democratic challenger Chris Jones. A Congressional District-level Talk Business...
Poll: Trump gets low marks for job performance
New polling from Talk Business & Politics and Hendrix College shows President Donald Trump is viewed unfavorably by state voters and his unpopularity is a drag on several GOP incumbents....
Poll: Trump gets low marks for job performance
New polling from Talk Business & Politics and Hendrix College shows President Donald Trump is viewed unfavorably by state voters and his unpopularity is a drag on several GOP incumbents....
August 10 "Colorado Chamber Office Hours": Secretary of State candidates talk business issues
Colorado Secretary of State candidates James Wiley and Amanda Gonzalez talk business issues on the "Colorado Chamber Office Hours" podcast.
Talk Business & Politics: Arkansas Electric Cooperative Corp. CEO Buddy Hastings, Arkansas Rep. French Hill
Power moves are going on across Arkansas, and across the country.
Local leaders talk business, arts, economy in WYSO City Mayor Series
Local mayors talk business, arts and culture, and other hometown issues in WYSO's City Mayor Series. Host Jerry Kenney talks with Digital Editor Kaitlin Schroeder about the series.
Chandler Economic Development launches "Let's Talk Business" to give companies direct access to economic development leadership
Monthly one-on-one meetings offer businesses, developers and investors dedicated time with Chandler's Economic Development Director
Business owners, town and chamber discuss 'surviving the summer'
The first Let's Talk Business roundtable included a wide range of business representatives, from luxury resorts to a picnic-friendly mom and pop shop.
Talk Business & Politics: AR Sec. of Education Jacob Oliva, Rep. Aaron Pilkington
The results are in concerning Arkansas student progress in the Atlas testing program.
NEA Business Notes: NYITCOM marks 10 years - Talk Business & Politics
In the early 2010s, a group of leaders from the education, healthcare and civic communities in Northeast Arkansas set out to help find a solution to the physician workforce shortage...
Westerman touts transportation funding, defense economy, outdoors act - Talk Business & Politics
U.S. Rep. Bruce Westerman, R-Hot Springs, said he will host a field hearing in Hot Springs during the second week in June to collect testimony for the Great American Outdoors...
‘Covered Buttons’ tells a story of the push for better women’s health - Talk Business & Politics
Dr. Stephanie Saunders didn’t have a lot of access to books growing up in Salem, a small hamlet tucked in the Ozark’s foothills in Fulton County. She spent countless hours...
Connections: Arkade forms startup support advisory board - Talk Business & Politics
Arkade, a Bentonville-based commercial growth platform supporting retail and supply chain technology companies, recently formed an advisory board. Following members include leaders across venture capital, enterprise strategy, legal and retail...
Connections: Arkade forms startup support advisory board - Talk Business & Politics
Arkade, a Bentonville-based commercial growth platform supporting retail and supply chain technology companies, recently formed an advisory board. Following members include leaders across venture capital, enterprise strategy, legal and retail...
UA opens Fine Arts Center after $38 million restoration - Talk Business & Politics
The University of Arkansas School of Art recently celebrated the opening of its historic Fine Arts Center after a $38 million restoration project. It coincided with the building’s 75th anniversary....
First Ward residents talk business, office vacancies, new city website
First Ward residents received an update on economic development and a crash course on how to navigate the city’s new website at the ward’s Thursday night meeting. The meeting included a notification of retail and office vacancy rates and a list of new business openings by Economic Development Manager Paul Zalmezak. Zalmezak shared that the...
NWA Business Journal seeks nominations for awards programs - Talk Business & Politics
The Northwest Arkansas Business Journal is accepting nominations for multiple awards recognition programs, including its longest-running awards program, Forty Under 40. Selection to the recognition programs is based on nominees’...
Fast 15: Justin Macedo - Talk Business & Politics
Justin Macedo was 23 when he purchased the outdoor retail business he had joined the day after graduating from Farmington High School. He started at Uncle Sam’s Safari Outfitters in...
Fast 15: Javier Hernandez - Talk Business & Politics
Javier Hernandez, a Rogers native, is building a career centered on connecting people and strengthening communities in the rapidly growing region he loves. Hernandez works with businesses, nonprofits and local...
Inszone Insurance acquires Mena agency - Talk Business & Politics
Inszone Insurance Services acquired Mena Insurance Agency, Inc., commonly known as Mena Insurance. This strategic acquisition further expands Inszone’s footprint in Arkansas. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Founded...
Inszone Insurance acquires Mena agency - Talk Business & Politics
Inszone Insurance Services acquired Mena Insurance Agency, Inc., commonly known as Mena Insurance. This strategic acquisition further expands Inszone’s footprint in Arkansas. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Founded...
Expanding access to credit ensures a business-friendly climate - Talk Business & Politics
In Arkansas, we know that success isn’t just about having a good idea; it takes hard work and also the right tools to see it through. As someone who has...
Community leaders talk business at Lake to River meeting
It brought together hundreds of businesses, community leaders and elected officials from throughout the region.
Arvest fund hits milestone, bank launches fundraiser - Talk Business & Politics
The Arvest Opportunity Fund, a non-bank subsidiary of Fayetteville-chartered Arvest Bank, recently provided its 1,000th business loan. The bank also recently kicked off its annual Million Meals campaign, a two-month...
Arkansas Rural Electric Cooperative Caucus formed - Talk Business & Politics
For the first time, Arkansas lawmakers have made the move to form the Arkansas Rural Electric Cooperative Caucus (ARECC), advocating for the interests of local cooperative consumer-members across the Natural...
The Compass Report: Economic activity moderates in Arkansas metro areas - Talk Business & Politics
The fourth quarter of 2025 saw a decline, or moderation, in economic activity in the four Arkansas metro areas covered in The Compass Report. Higher unemployment numbers and less construction...
Leading on health care solutions - Talk Business & Politics
In Arkansas and across the heartland, we are used to solving problems together. That instinct — to step up for our neighbors, to find practical solutions and to work together...
Connections: Tyson Foods appoints chief accounting officer - Talk Business & Politics
Springdale-based meat producer Tyson Foods Inc. has named Phillip Thomas as its new chief accounting officer and controller effective April 6. He replaces Lori Bondar, who is stepping down and...
Spencer Fane to merge with Conner & Winters - Talk Business & Politics
Kansas City, Mo.-based Spencer Fane will combine with Tulsa, Okla-based Conner & Winters LLP. The merger, effective July 1, will result in Spencer Fane having its first Arkansas office, as...
Spencer Fane to merge with Conner & Winters - Talk Business & Politics
Kansas City, Mo.-based Spencer Fane will combine with Tulsa, Okla-based Conner & Winters LLP. The merger, effective July 1, will result in Spencer Fane having its first Arkansas office, as...
Joint Budget advances school separation measure - Talk Business & Politics
The Joint Budget Committee Thursday (April 23) advanced an amendment to an appropriations bill that the sponsor said is needed for four isolated schools to detach from their existing districts....
Southern Bancorp Community Partners names entrepreneurship leader - Talk Business & Politics
Southern Bancorp Community Partners (SBCP), the nonprofit loan fund and financial development organization of Southern Bancorp, Inc., announced that Jorge González has joined the institution as an Entrepreneurship Development Officer....
Southern Bancorp Community Partners names entrepreneurship leader - Talk Business & Politics
Southern Bancorp Community Partners (SBCP), the nonprofit loan fund and financial development organization of Southern Bancorp, Inc., announced that Jorge González has joined the institution as an Entrepreneurship Development Officer....
BH candidates talk business at first forum - Beverly Press & Park Labrea News
The Beverly Hills Chamber of Commerce on April 16 hosted a candidate forum for the upcoming Beverly Hills...
Chamber leaders discuss economy at NEA Outstanding Business Awards luncheon - Talk Business & Politics
Chambers executives from across Northeast Arkansas gathered earlier this week at Talk Business & Politics’ NEA Outstanding Business Awards luncheon held in Jonesboro to discuss the region’s economy. Paragould Chamber...
Gov. Sanders announces appointments - Talk Business & Politics
Gov. Sarah Sanders announced Thursday (April 16) the following appointments to state boards and commissions. Arkansas Commission on Law Enforcement Standards and Training Jeffery Hagar, Sherwood, to the Arkansas Commission...
NEA Outstanding Business Awards handed out; Stafford recognized - Talk Business & Politics
Talk Business & Politics, in conjunction with Arvest Bank, held its annual NEA Outstanding Business Awards event Tuesday (April 14) at the Red Wolf Convention Center in Jonesboro. Winners were...
NEA Outstanding Business Awards handed out; Stafford recognized - Talk Business & Politics
Talk Business & Politics, in conjunction with Arvest Bank, held its annual NEA Outstanding Business Awards event Tuesday (April 14) at the Red Wolf Convention Center in Jonesboro. Winners were...
Connections: Build My Future comes to Rogers - Talk Business & Politics
More than 2,000 students from Northwest Arkansas were expected to attend the fifth annual Build My Future NWA Construction Career Day and Industry Showcase from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m....
Podcast provides in-depth coverage of area food, restaurant scene - Talk Business & Politics
John Engleman, a former sports anchor and director with over a decade of media relations experience, started a podcast to keep tabs on the ever-evolving food and restaurant sector in...
Walmart CFO bullish on e-commerce growth, Marketplace potential - Talk Business & Politics
Walmart’s e-commerce business has become a meaningful contributor to the retailer’s growth, now comprising roughly 20% of the company’s revenue. Last year, Walmart’s e-commerce sales exceeded $150 billion, with 27%...
Car-Mart to close 42 dealerships, lay off staff - Talk Business & Politics
Rogers-based America’s Car-Mart Inc. will close 42 dealerships over the next week as market challenges impact its establishment of a “non-recourse revolving warehouse credit facility,” according to a Tuesday (April...
The Supply Side: Target continues to lag Walmart’s financial performance - Talk Business & Politics
In the post-pandemic retail world, Walmart has outperformed Target on every metric, and that is expected to continue in 2026, according to Oliver Chen, equity analyst at TD Cowen. He...
'Starting a Business in Arkansas' workshop slated in Paragould - Talk Business & Politics
Anyone interested in starting a business in Arkansas is invited to attend a free, in-person workshop, “Starting a Business in Arkansas,” hosted by the Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center...
Connections: UA dean receives Champion of Construction award - Talk Business & Politics
Peter MacKeith, dean of the Fay Jones School of Architecture and Design at the University of Arkansas, has received the 2026 Champion of Construction Award from the Associated General Contractors...
Connections: UA dean receives Champion of Construction award - Talk Business & Politics
Peter MacKeith, dean of the Fay Jones School of Architecture and Design at the University of Arkansas, has received the 2026 Champion of Construction Award from the Associated General Contractors...
ULI NWA releases ‘Emerging Trends’ report - Talk Business & Politics
Urban Land Institute Northwest Arkansas recently released a report showing that the Northwest Arkansas real estate market remains robust, but deals are taking longer, and infrastructure remains a barrier to...
ULI NWA releases ‘Emerging Trends’ report - Talk Business & Politics
Urban Land Institute Northwest Arkansas recently released a report showing that the Northwest Arkansas real estate market remains robust, but deals are taking longer, and infrastructure remains a barrier to...
NWA primed for next phase of regional growth - Talk Business & Politics
Like many Northwest Arkansas natives, I’ve been amazed to watch our region evolve from a quiet landscape of pastures into a thriving metropolitan hub. With our population expected to grow...
NWA primed for next phase of regional growth - Talk Business & Politics
Like many Northwest Arkansas natives, I’ve been amazed to watch our region evolve from a quiet landscape of pastures into a thriving metropolitan hub. With our population expected to grow...
Dr. Terri Yarbrough Green launches Congressional campaign - Talk Business & Politics
U.S. Rep. Rick Crawford, R-Jonesboro, will have an opponent in the general election this fall. Democratic candidate Dr. Terri Yarbrough Green officially launched her campaign in Northeast Arkansas. The Paragould...
Baptist Health-Fort Smith may cease full hospital operations - Talk Business & Politics
Little Rock-based Baptist Health is planning to end hospital operations at Baptist Health-Fort Smith with the campus providing emergency room and possibly limited surgery services. Existing physician agreements are set...
Play It Again Sports (Arkansas Sports University Inc.) - Talk Business & Politics
Cameron Campbell always enjoyed playing sports. His two favorite sports were basketball and baseball. When he got out of school, he wanted to do something where he was still involved...
In visit to Vermont Statehouse, Japanese diplomats talk business and baseball
Also in Final Reading: A vaccine bill becomes law and new health tech.
Arkansas’ Goodwill leader shares business model goals - Talk Business & Politics
The CEO of Goodwill Industries of Arkansas Brian Marsh knows his nonprofit is practically a household name, but he’s hoping its work can change household incomes. Marsh sat down with...
Arkansas’ Goodwill leader shares business model goals - Talk Business & Politics
The CEO of Goodwill Industries of Arkansas Brian Marsh knows his nonprofit is practically a household name, but he’s hoping its work can change household incomes. Marsh sat down with...
NEA Business Notes: RightFiber expands into North Texas - Talk Business & Politics
Jonesboro-based RightFiber is expanding its 100% fiber optic internet with a more than $50 million investment in north Texas. RightFiber brings speeds up to 5 gigabytes to homes and up...
Introducing the 2026 Northeast Arkansas Outstanding Business Awards finalists - Talk Business & Politics
For several weeks, we have been soliciting the region’s business community for nominations for our first recognition program of the year: the Northeast Arkansas Outstanding Business Awards, presented by Arvest...
Arkansas teens asking for real health ed - Talk Business & Politics
No one said having important health conversations with teenagers was going to be easy, but does it have to be so hard? It doesn’t, and Teen Health Arkansas (THAR) launched...
Roundtable raises issues with business development ‘road blocks’ - Talk Business & Politics
A gathering of small business owners turned into a recitation of frustrations about working with the city of Fort Smith to expand operations, especially if it involves a building renovation....
Freeman Health System in Joplin, Mo., to acquire Northwest Health for $112 million - Talk Business & Politics
Joplin, Mo.-based Freeman Health System said Thursday (March 5) that it has agreed to purchase Springdale-based Northwest Health, a subsidiary of Franklin, Tenn.-based Community Health Systems. Freeman will pay $112...
All eyes on a state tax cut - Talk Business & Politics
In the General Election on Nov. 2, 2010, Arkansas voters approved Constitutional Amendment 86, which required the General Assembly to meet annually, with even-numbered years designated as the fiscal session....
Venture Center announces cohort for 2026 Veteran-Owned Small Business Accelerator - Talk Business & Politics
The Venture Center, in partnership with the Arkansas Small Business Administration, announced the 13 Arkansas-based, veteran- and veteran-spouse-owned small businesses selected for the third annual Veteran-Owned Small Business Accelerator (VOSB)....
UCA to launch Innovation Campus - Talk Business & Politics
The University of Central Arkansas Board of Trustees voted Tuesday (Jan. 27) to move forward with the development of a new “Innovation Campus,” an interdisciplinary initiative designed to strengthen workforce...
UCA to launch Innovation Campus - Talk Business & Politics
The University of Central Arkansas Board of Trustees voted Tuesday (Jan. 27) to move forward with the development of a new “Innovation Campus,” an interdisciplinary initiative designed to strengthen workforce...
AEDC-supported business growth program accepting applications - Talk Business & Politics
Fayetteville-based Startup Junkie Consulting is partnering with the Arkansas Economic Development Commission through the 75Strong program to launch the third phase of its statewide entrepreneurship initiative, which includes a new...
NEA Business Notes: Black History books donated to Lyon College - Talk Business & Politics
In recognition of Black History Month in February, Batesville native James L. “Skip” Rutherford III, dean emeritus of the University of Arkansas Clinton School of Public Service and a member...
Arvest Bank opens branch at Walmart home office - Talk Business & Politics
Fayetteville-chartered Arvest Bank recently opened a branch at the new Walmart Home Office in Bentonville. The 1,865-square-foot branch at 1702 S.E. Eighth St., Suite 6, is the company’s eighth Bentonville...
Arkansas Research Alliance adds 3 to academy - Talk Business & Politics
The Arkansas Research Alliance (ARA) has added three new members to the ARA Academy, strengthening the state’s growing momentum as a center for world-class research and discovery. Inducted as ARA...
Iconic restaurant in Jonesboro shutters its business - Talk Business & Politics
One of the iconic restaurants in Northeast Arkansas has closed its doors for good. Lazzari Italian Oven has announced it will permanently shutter its Jonesboro operations. “It is with a...
Year in Review: Top 10 NWA stories of 2025 - Talk Business & Politics
Walmart’s new multibillion-dollar Home Office and CEO, more than $500 million in new infrastructure projects and over $250 million in university fundraising were among the top business stories of 2025....
Report shows continued weakness in Arkansas’ manufacturing sector - Talk Business & Politics
Arkansas’ overall economy improved in December, but the state’s manufacturing exports are down almost 5% in the first three quarters of the year, according to the Creighton University Mid-America Business...
NEA Business Notes: A-State confers 2,335 degrees during fall commencement - Talk Business & Politics
Arkansas State University welcomed a new class of alumni on Dec. 13 during fall commencement exercises, as 2,335 degrees were conferred by Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor Dr. Calvin White...
Sports tourism is a top regional economic opportunity - Talk Business & Politics
After arriving in Fayetteville, it doesn’t take long to realize that sports are woven into the city’s DNA. From Razorback game days to the cyclists on our trails to families...
Westerman’s SPEED Act accelerates to the Senate - Talk Business & Politics
U.S. Rep. Bruce Westerman, R-Hot Springs, has been working on a regulatory reform bill for years, and this week, he saw the culmination of his efforts take a giant leap...
Fort Smith business leader John Taylor has died - Talk Business & Politics
John Taylor, who built a successful career in accounting and investments and had a key role in the creation of the Fort Smith-based Arkansas Colleges of Health Education (ACHE), has...
Little Rock author highlights journey at entrepreneurship conference - Talk Business & Politics
Northwest Arkansas educators recently learned about the benefits of entrepreneurship education, participated in entrepreneurial activities, and heard from a Little Rock author and her book series co-authored by her son...
NEA Business Notes: Lyon College vet school to get accreditation visit - Talk Business & Politics
The Lyon College School of Veterinary Medicine (LCSVM) has received confirmation of its accreditation site visit, scheduled for Aug. 9–13, 2026, by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Council on...