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Tyson Foods Votes Down Immigration Proposal, 2 Others at Shareholders Meeting

Workers and advocates raised concerns with the company about fear and exploitation of immigrant employees.

📍What’s New: Business Openings Across Arkansas

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Two new health centers, a cookie chain and a Michelin-recommended restaurant are featured this week.

📈 Interactive Data Briefing: AI Market Size in the US

The size of the artificial intelligence market in the United States is expected to reach around $976.23 billion by 2035.

Penn State Educator Named Inaugural President of Walton STEM University

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David Mazyck brings more than 20 years of experience at public research universities and entrepreneurial ventures to the job.

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Education / Government & Politics / Health Care

Arkansas State University System Receives $18.8M for Health Care, Steel Projects

The funds will help provide nursing simulators, maternal health training and high-tech steel equipment at ASU and ASU-Newport. read more >
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Manufacturing / Restaurants & Food

Frozen Food Maker InnovAsian to Build $105M Manufacturing Plant in Jonesboro

The 175,000-SF facility is expected to significantly increase production capacity for the company's multi-serve entrée line. read more >
Banking & Finance / Business Services / Investments

Bentonville Entrepreneur Support Organization Receives $500K to Boost Angel Investments

412 Angels will use the funds to train new angel investors on how to invest in local startups. read more >
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Banking & Finance / Government & Politics / Retail

Powerball Fuels January Rise in Arkansas Tax Collections

Net available general revenue increased 6.1% from January 2025. read more >
Banking & Finance

2 West Arkansas Banks Merge to Create $3.67B Lender

The combined entity is one of the 10 largest banking companies in Arkansas. read more >
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Agriculture & Poultry / Public Companies / Restaurants & Food

Tyson Foods Posts Falling Q1 Profit as Beef Segment Bleeds $319M

Net income fell 76% from the same quarter a year ago, despite improved revenue. read more >
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Public Companies / Restaurants & Food / Retail

7 Brew Among Coffee Chains Challenging Starbucks’ US Dominance

Starbucks’ share of spending at all U.S. coffee shops fell in 2024 and 2025; it now stands at 48%, down from 52% in 2023, according to Technomic, a food industry consulting firm. read more >
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Construction / Education / Health Care

University of Arkansas School of Architecture Gets $3M Gift From Retired Industry Exec

The donation will support three major projects across the architecture school. read more >
Real Estate

Gracie Mansion Brings $5.7M Price Tag (Real Deals)Lock Icon

A number of unique properties are showcased in this week's Real Deals, including a National Historic mansion, a Tesla service center and the Regions Center. read more >
Real Estate

Former Razorbacks Assistant Coach Sells Fayetteville Home for $1.24MLock Icon

Marcus Woodson is off to Kansas State after the sale of his home. read more >
Banking & Finance

📋List: Arkansas’ Largest Fintech Firms

Education / Health Care

Lyon College Names Carolyn Henry as Dean of Veterinary School

She's a veterinary oncologist with more than 30 years of experience and a research director at the University of Missouri. read more >
Business Services / Public Companies / Transportation

ArcBest Reports Q4 Loss Despite Beating Revenue Forecasts

The earnings report is the first under new CEO Seth Runser, who succeeded Judy McReynolds on Jan. 1. read more >
Public Companies / Transportation

ArcBest Names 2 to Board of Directors

They new board members are replacements for Fredrik Eliasson and Kathy McElligott, who announced they will retire from the board at the end of February. read more >
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Education / Media & Marketing

NCAA Approves Uniform Patches, Opening Up Revenue Possibilities for Athletic Departments

Beginning Aug. 1, Division I teams can place up to two patches of no more than 4 square inches on uniforms for regular-season games. read more >
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Banking & Finance / Public Companies

White River Bancshares Nearly Doubles Annual Profit

The holding company for Signature Bank of Arkansas reported soaring interest income and loan growth. read more >
Agriculture & Poultry / Banking & Finance / Business Services

State Unemployment Rate Rises to 4.2%

Even as the jobless rate edged higher, the total number of employed Arkansans hit a record high. read more >
Education / Media & Marketing / Nonprofits

12 Emerging Artists Receive Investment at University of Arkansas School of Art

The $120,000 in funding will help the artists launch professional studio practices. read more >
River Valley Relief Cultivation in Fort Smith offered a first glimpse inside its 25,000-SF grow facility in Fort Smith, where the company’s first medical marijuana crop was heading toward harvest.
Government & Politics / Health Care

Arkansas Medical Marijuana Sales Hit Record High

Sales in 2025 climbed about 5.5% to $291.1 million, surpassing the previous record set in 2023. read more >
Energy / Investments / Manufacturing

‘It’s Time to Build It’: Standard Lithium’s $1.5B Arkansas Plant Moves Closer to RealityLock Icon

Backed by a $225 million federal grant, fresh equity, and interest from export credit agencies, the company's Smackover Lithium venture is preparing for a final investment decision on a plant in Lafayette County. read more >