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Shoppers Scoured for Deals Online on Cyber Monday and Delivered Strong Sales for Retailers
Adobe Analytics reported that as of 6:30 p.m. EST on Monday, U.S. consumers had already spent $9.1 billion online for Cyber Monday, up 4.5% from the same day a year ago.
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Growth was driven primarily by higher individual income tax collections.
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Landers Development Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Continues Operations
The Benton-based commercial developer and homebuilder filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on Halloween. read more >
Tipton & Hurst Opens New Rogers Location
The new Rogers location will be the florist's fifth storefront. read more >
Trucordia Acquires Eberly Insurance of Sherwood
The Sherwood agency is among five that Trucordia, one of the nation's largest brokerages by revenue, announced it had purchased. read more >
Small Grocers and Convenience Stores Feel An Impact as Customers Go Without Snap Benefits
In 2024, SNAP recipients redeemed a little more than $96 billion in benefits, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. read more >
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Startups, Investors Convene at Onward FX Venture Capital Summit
More than 800 startups applied to attend the Onward FX summit in Little Rock last week, with 100 chosen to participate. read more >
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Leading With Intention: A Blueprint for Workplace Wellness
Health doesn’t start and end at the gym or the doctor’s office. read more >
by Caitlan Butler -
Woman-Run by Wright Lindsey Jennings Presents Claudia Scott
She's the Director of Entrepreneurial Access and Kiva NWA at Startup Junkie, where she leads efforts to expand access to capital for small businesses and historically underserved entrepreneurs across northwest Arkansas. read more >
Courage Leads to Confidence (Sabrina Starling on Small Business)
Imposter syndrome is something nearly every business owner faces. read more >
Dreamline Manufacturing President Kevin Tipton on Commitment, Craftsmanship and Community
The third-generation leader of the Cabot mattress maker blends old-school grit with new-school innovation. read more >
Books By The Pound Plans New Location in North Little Rock
The independent bookstore will open its second location in a nearly 10,000-SF vacant building in downtown North Little Rock. read more >
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The Coffee Coop to Replace Croissanterie in Little Rock Technology Park
The shop currently operates as a food truck at the Little Rock Air Force Base. read more >
Kerri Jackson Case, Jessica Duff Launch SheSpeaks Communications
Both worked as journalists before becoming PR strategists. They boast experience in the education, health care, energy, telecom and tourism sectors. read more >
📈 Interactive Data Briefing: Insurance Rate Changes for Small-Group Insurers
For 2026, the median proposed premium increase among 318 small group insurers across all 50 states and Washington, D.C., is 11%. read more >
Elizabeth Michael Leads SoMa 501 to Boost Local Businesses
SoMa 501 names Elizabeth Michael executive director, launching programs to boost South Main businesses and neighborhood vitality. read more >
Questions Emerge Over Ozarks Safety Cabins’ Size, Staff and Story
Questions arise over Ozarks Safety Cabins’ size and claims after CEO’s employee numbers conflict with public records. read more >
Goldman Sachs Renews Initiative to Boost Small Businesses in Arkansas
The program will provided training to 35 local entrepreneurs. read more >
Retail Innovation Week to Connect Leaders in Retail, Investing and CPG
Multiple northwest Arkansas companies are joining together to host a retail summit next week. read more >
Microlender Kiva NWA Gets $1M Pledge From Walton Family Foundation
The funds will be used to match crowdfunded loans to startups in Washington and Benton counties. read more >
📈 Interactive Data Briefing: Business Formations Rise in July
Projected business formations in the United States for July, adjusted for seasonal variation, were 28,494, an increase of 0.3% compared with June, the U.S. Census Bureau reported Aug. 13. read more >
Wess Moore Goes Digital With Moore Sports
Longtime Fox 16 sportscaster Wess Moore launched a new digital sports product over the weekend, Moore Sports. read more >
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