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North Carolina Storage Chain Makes $14M Buy (Real Deals)
The sale of seven central Arkansas storage properties marks a phase of growth for the North Carolina buyer in this week's Real Deals. read more >
by Griffin Coop -
Arkansas Tourism Tax Revenue Slips After Record 2024
Restaurants, new business openings and steady business travel are cushioning softer hotel demand. Local leaders see uneven but encouraging signs, as well as major events ahead that could reshape the outlook. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
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 >
Wright’s Barbecue Plans New Location in Benton
It would be the restaurant's fifth location in Arkansas. read more >
David’s Burgers to Break Ground on 11th Location in Arkansas
Owner Alan Bubbus is also building a three-tenant, 6,400-SF building in Conway. read more >
New Hires at Southern Bancorp, UAMS & Lexicon (Movers & Shakers)
This week includes hires and promotions at ArcBest, Philander Smith University, Stone Bank, and more. read more >
Layne’s Chicken Fingers Sets Opening for North Little Rock Location
The second Layne’s in Arkansas will be located at 3711 McCain Blvd. in North Little Rock and should open sometime in June. read more >
Rock N’ Roll Sushi Expanding in Arkansas With Four New Locations
Rock N’ Roll Sushi is expanding in Arkansas with four new locations, including Jonesboro, Hot Springs, Fort Smith, and northwest Arkansas. read more >
by Jan Cottingham -
Purple Cow Announces New Locations in Benton & Rogers
Ken Vaughan, president of Purple Cow, announces the chain’s sixth location in Benton, opening in spring 2025, and plans for a Rogers site this summer, marking its northwest Arkansas debut. read more >
Hideaway Pizza Heads for West Little Rock
An affiliate of the Tulsa-based chain recently bought a 1.5-acre site on the south side of Chenal Parkway at Kanis Road for more than $1.6 million. read more >
Discovering Arkansas: Census Bureau Estimates Show Rising Population
More than half of Arkansas’ 75 counties have seen their populations grow since 2020, and the state’s population is growing at close to 2%, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. read more >
by Marty Cook -
Municipal Goals: Arkansas Cities Invest in Youth & Amateur Sports Facilities
Many Arkansas cities are building sports complexes as recreation and economic development hubs. The idea is to maximize revenue from tournaments and daily user fees, and to capitalize on growing sports tourism. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
40 Great Whispers (40 Years of Arkansas Business)
Whispers, the chatty space devoted to juicy news and informed speculation, has been the most popular feature in Arkansas Business right from the beginning. Here we summarize some of the best. read more >
Little Rock Region Saw Post-COVID Housing Boom, Report Says
Housing starts in the region hit a 14-year high. Meanwhile, affordability remained among the best in the nation, according to Metroplan. read more >
I Heart Mac & Cheese Opens 1st Arkansas Location
The restaurant chain is a fast-casual concept that specializes in customizable, made-to-order macaroni and cheese bowls and grilled cheese sandwiches. read more >
Texas Group Lassoes 165 Homes in Central Arkansas
The group spent $39.6 million on houses it apparently plans to use as single-family rental properties. read more >
Specialty Chemical Maker US Vanadium Acquires Benton Processing Plant
The company plans to ramp up production of a variety of products. read more >
Developer Plans 170,000-SF Shoppes at Benton for Spring 2017
Developers are planning a new, 170,000-SF retail center with about 20 stores west of Alcoa Road on the north side of Interstate 30 in Benton. read more >
by Alexis Crowe -
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