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HanesBrands moves work from Honduras to Clarksville, adds 120 jobs
The first big jobs announcement for Gov. Asa Hutchinson took place Friday (Jan. 23) in Clarksville. It is there that HanesBrands is adding 120 jobs as part of a $1.4 million investment in the building...
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NWA leaders reflect on growth, discuss 2015 expansion plans
story by Kim Souzaksouza@thecitywire.comImproving infrastructure and enhancing quality of life for the region’s growing population was the main theme discussed by city, county, regional and national...
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NWACC board talks culinary program growth, advocacy and student goals
story by Jamie Smithjsmith@thecitywire.comThe NorthWest Arkansas Community College culinary arts program has reached capacity yet more students are seeking to join the program. A solution to...
View ArticleThe politics of ‘AsaCare’
opinion by Maylon RiceEditor’s note: Maylon Rice has 40 years of experience working as a newspaper reporter, columnist and editor at several Arkansas newspapers. He ran, unsuccessfully for the Arkansas...
View ArticleA good man
commentary by David OliveEditor’s note: David Olive is the founder of Catalyst Partners, a Washington D.C.-based government relations and public affairs firm. He previously served as chief of staff for...
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Legislators set to see state budget, debate tax cuts and lottery bill
story from Talk Business & Politics, a TCW content partnerThe third week of the Arkansas General Assembly starts Monday, with legislators expected to act on several issues including the Governor’s...
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Party with a Purpose raises money for American Heart Association
story and photos by Nancy Peevy, special to The City WireMore than 1,100 people “partied with a purpose” in the Fayetteville Town Center on Saturday (Jan. 24) at the 14th annual Paint the Town Red...
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NWA goes ‘All in for Teens’ and celebrates SoNa ‘Fairytales’
event preview by Brittany Ransombransom@thecitywire.comMuch fun will be had in Northwest Arkansas as the region hosts a number of unique fundraisers and events in the coming weeks. Crystal Bridges...
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Region to celebrate Apron Strings opening, Night in Margaritaville and more
event preview by Brittany Ransombransom@thecitywire.comThe Fort Smith region is gearing up for a busy few weeks that will offer something fun for everyone. Events will include the debut of the Fort...
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Crystal Bridges Museum announces new hires, promotions
Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art announces several key appointments to the advancement division for the museum relations team.Ana Aguayo was hired as membership program manager at the museum and...
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Wal-Mart truck driver George Hart logs 4 million accident-free miles
story by Kim Souzaksouza@thecitywire.comWhen Wal-Mart trucker George Hart drives into the sunset March 6, he could be the second employee in Walmart’s history to log more than 4 million accident-free...
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Startups to Watch: Oh Baby, Overwatch, PicaSolar set on product launches
story by Kim Souzaksoua@thecitywire.comEditor’s note: The City Wire has consulted with people closely affiliated with Northwest Arkansas entrepreneurial programs to compile a list of the five...
View ArticleVan Buren welcomes new council members, approves RITA funding
story by Aric Mitchell, special to The City WireThe Van Buren City Council welcomed three new members at its inaugural meeting of 2015 on Monday, Jan. 26. The meeting was held at the city’s Municipal...
View ArticleTyson Foods to add 500 jobs in Georgia
Tyson Foods announced a $110 million expansion to its Vienna, Ga., chicken plant that will add more than 500 jobs by mid-year.This move is the third Tyson investment in recent weeks to shift some of...
View ArticleNWACC spring enrollment falls 3.2%, in line with projections
NorthWest Arkansas Community College enrolled more than 7,300 credit students for the spring 2015 semester, NWACC officials announced today, but the number was down 3.2% or 238 students from the same...
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The Supply Side: Markets may improve in 2015 for consumer food companies
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...
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Northwest Arkansas Council to ‘get moving’ on new economic goals for 2017
story by Kim Souzaksouza@thecitywire.comBusiness leaders in Northwest Arkansas raised the bar for regional growth and economic performance expectations over the next three years, according to data...
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Arkansas jobless rate dips to 5.7%, rate much higher for minorities
story by Michael Tilleymtilley@thecitywire.comArkansas’ labor market is showing signs of stability, but the jobless rate for black teenagers in Arkansas hovers at or below 40%, and has in recent years...
View ArticleRemoving the college affordability barrier
commentary by Jessica DeLoach Sabin, courtesy of Talk Business & PoliticsEditor’s note: Sabin lives in Little Rock and is a partner with Areté Strategic Partners. She can be reached by e-mail...
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Higher meat prices, consumer demand likely to boost 2015 profits for Tyson Foods
story by Kim Souzaksouza@thecitywire.comThe U.S. meat industry got off to a good start in 2015 and Tyson Foods is one of several meat companies expecting strong earnings this year behind higher demand...
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