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ArcBest Corp. (ARCB) on Tuesday reported a first-quarter loss of $1 million, after reporting a profit in the same period a year earlier. On a per-share basis, the Fort Smith, Arkansas-based company said it had a loss of 5 cents. Earnings, adjusted for one-time gains and costs, were 32 cents per share. The results surpassed Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of five analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was for earnings of 27 cents per share. The freight transportation and logistics company posted revenue of $998.8 million in the period, which also topped Street forecasts.

Batesville, Arkansas: A Hub for Industry and Innovation in the Ozarks

Nestled along the banks of the White River in the foothills of the Ozark Mountains, Batesville, Arkansas, is a city that often defies expectations. While it embodies the charm and community spirit of a historic Southern town, it also serves as a significant and dynamic economic center for the region. Far from being a quiet backwater, Batesville is home to a diverse array of companies, from long-standing manufacturing giants to growing service-sector leaders, all contributing to a resilient local economy.

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Batesville, Arkansas: A Hub for Industry and Innovation in the Ozarks