Pedaling Progress: Bentonville's Evolution as a Global Cycling Hub 
by Mark Friedman – 6 days ago
Manufacturers, retailers and tourists discover Bentonville, the self-proclaimed mountain biking capital of the world.
Manufacturers, retailers and tourists discover Bentonville, the self-proclaimed mountain biking capital of the world.
Lithium, steel and, yes, politics will make 2024 a big year for business in Arkansas.
The publicly traded Canadian company said two tests show that its lithium extraction process is "ready to scale."
The deal is expected to expand Car-Mart's vehicle reconditioning and warranty servicing capabilities. read more >
The donation follows the Walmart Foundation's $1 million investment in Magen David Adom, Israel's national emergency medical, disaster, ambulance and blood bank service. read more >
The category honors startups or existing companies that are remaking an old industry or charting an entirely new course to create a new market. read more >
Simmons First National Corp. of Pine Bluff says Daniel Hobbs will join the company Monday as executive vice president and chief financial officer. read more >
Curiosity and judgment are important in the decision-making process. read more >
United Parcel Service is well on its way to hiring 100,000 people to meet the peak. read more >
Country singers, romance novelists, video game artists and voice actors are appealing to the U.S. government for relief — as soon as possible — from the threat that artificial intelligence poses to their livelihoods. read more >
Prime Time Shuttle offers luxury vehicles and airport transportation shuttles that service the L.A. metropolitan area. read more >
The rule sets new standards for determining when two companies should be considered "joint employers" in labor negotiations. read more >
Michael Banks joined Insurica in 2017 and provides an array of risk management resources and services to more than 200 public water utilities and privately held construction companies in the Midsouth. read more >
Despite predictions, the U.S. may get through this year without a recession. read more >
Electric-vehicle maker Canoo Inc. reports a third-quarter loss of $112 million, an improvement from the $117 million loss it reported in the same quarter last year. read more >
Walmart extends its streak of strong quarterly gains heading into the holiday season as its low-prices attract shoppers seeking deals in a tough economic environment. read more >
Joe Ford, co-founder and chairman of Westrock Coffee Co. of Little Rock, will receive the Legacy of Leadership Award at the 36th Arkansas Business of the Year ceremony on Feb. 21. read more >
Tyson Foods Inc. of Springdale reports losses for the fourth quarter and for fiscal 2023. read more >
Retailers and small businesses navigate a slower holiday shopping season. read more >
In January 2021, Congress enacted the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) in order to protect the United States financial system from being used for money laundering and/or other illicit activities. read more >
Montrose Environmental Group Inc. reports a $7.5 million third-quarter net loss, a bigger than the loss it reported in same quarter last year, but revenue rose almost 29% amid a surge in organic growth. read more >
Dillard's Inc. of Little Rock reports fiscal third-quarter profit of $155.3 million. But same-store sales declined 6%, with CEO William T. Dillard II citing "weakness" starting in September. read more >
J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. of Lowell is starting a new intermodal service called Quantum in partnership with BNSF Railway. read more >
Arkansas Business announces the 25 business and nonprofit finalists for its annual Arkansas Business of the Year Awards. read more >
Tyson Foods is recalling nearly 30,000 pounds of breaded chicken "Fun Nuggets" after consumers complained of finding metal pieces in the dinosaur-shaped patties. read more >
McClendon was elected mayor of West Memphis in 2018 and won reelection in 2022. read more >
The Northwest Arkansas Technology Summit drew a record crowd for its 10th conference last week at the Rogers Convention Center. read more >
Two representatives from the medical school spoke at the NWA Tech Summit in Rogers about the school's technology plans, including 3D anatomy technology. read more >
Real estate investment trust Uniti Group Inc. reports funds from operations of $95.3 million, or 35 cents per share, ahead of forecasts. read more >
Murphy USA Inc. of El Dorado reports strong third quarter results, including net income of $167.5 million, or $7.69 per share. read more >
Walmart Inc. is rolling out a half-billion dollars worth of upgrades to many of its discount stores this week, part of a two-year, $9 billion program to improve its Supercenters and Neighborhood Markets. read more >
A mentor program at a company can develop new talent and increase its impact and effectiveness. read more >
ArcBest Corp. of Fort Smith reports third-quarter earnings of $34.9 million. read more >