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IT Services Firm Provalus to Open Harrison Location, Create 150 Jobs
The company is expanding its onshoring mission with state incentives and plans to train local workers for technology careers. read more >
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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Bentonville Attorney’s Startup LexMed Raises $1M
LexMed uses artificial intelligence to help lawyers handle Social Security disability claims. read more >
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Metal Panel Manufacturer Morin Opens $15M Facility in Little Rock
The first phase of the company's investment will support 25 jobs. read more >
Cycling Innovation in Arkansas: AGCA Boosts Global Startups
Global minds came together in Bentonville to discuss all things cycling and how northwest Arkansas is entering an international market for bike tourism. read more >
by Chloe McGehee -
A List Revisited (Hunter Field Editor’s Note)
Here’s a look behind the curtain at lists, corrections and media literacy. read more >
by Hunter Field -
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 >
New Hires & Promotions at Stone Bank, ASU & Baptist Health (Movers & Shakers)
From new credit union executives to university vice chancellors, here’s who’s moving up in Arkansas business this week. read more >
Arkansas Launches Second Round of Site Development Program With $50M in Grants Available
The program aims to enhance industrial site readiness and competitiveness for job-creating projects. read more >
Sediver to Double West Memphis Production Capacity
The project, which was said to be a sub-$1 million investment, aims to meet growing demand for transmission line products. read more >
Sanders Signs Economic Agreement With Israel’s National Technological Innovation Authority
The agreement targets technological innovation in "high-growth" sectors like aerospace and defense, agriculture technology, energy innovation and manufacturing. read more >
L3Harris Launches $193M Expansion to Boost Rocket Motor Output in Arkansas
The project in Calhoun County is expected to increase solid rocket motor production by six-fold and create 50 jobs over two years. read more >
AEDC-Backed Industrial Site Breaks Ground in Clark County
The $2.14 million Southwest Arkansas Mega Site aims to attract to new and expanding businesses. read more >
Weyerhaeuser Breaks Ground on New Facility in South Arkansas
Timber giant Weyerhaeuser has broken ground on its new $500 million manufacturing facility near Monticello and Warren. read more >
Promotions Announced at CTEH, Cadence Bank & Powers of Arkansas (Movers & Shakers)
This week’s Movers & Shakers features promotions, new hires, and honors across Arkansas in finance, education, health care, and more.
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Democracy’s Arsenal: Camden-Area Rocket Hub Still Blasting Off
Camden’s aerospace industry is booming with major expansions, job growth, and rising defense investments. read more >
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Sanders Signs Bill to Boost Arkansas’ Skilled Workforce, Streamline College Admissions
Sanders said the legislation means "more welders, more electrical engineers, more computer scientists," as well as more graduates in nursing, agriculture science and industrial manufacturing. read more >
by Chloe McGehee -
Arkansas’ Minority and Women-Owned Businesses Face Uncertainty Under Anti-DEI Law
Arkansas' new Act 116 eliminates affirmative action, raising concerns that it could weaken support for women- and minority-owned businesses, particularly the state's MWOBE program. read more >
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Forge Institute Announces Phoenix Xcelerator Participants
The program aims to develop technologies that directly support warfighters, while also strengthening Arkansas' position in the aerospace and defense sectors. read more >
by Chloe McGehee -
Encore Bank, UAMS, AEDC Announce New Leadership & Promotions (Movers & Shakers)
Notable moves include Amy Brown joining Washington Regional and Eric Movassaghi stepping into the CFO role at Encore Bank. read more >
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