Bill Roachell
After Tornado, Builders Rethink Rules for Shelters
As Little Rock recovers from the tornado that destroyed at least 2,000 structures, builders and engineers are reviving a long discussion about whether there should be regulations requiring safe rooms or shelters in residential and commercial properties. read more >
by Lara Farrar -
Asa Hutchinson Announces Appointments to Boards, Commissions
Gov. Asa Hutchinson announces appointments to boards and commissions. read more >
Multifamily Trio Add Up to $21.9M Transaction (Real Deals)
Affiliates of Republic Funds of Toronto purchased the 258-unit Spanish Rock Apartments, the 224-unit Spanish Jon’s project and the 120-unit Wilmington Apartments project. read more >
by George Waldon -
Trade Group Buys Office With Space for New Apprenticeship Program
Associated Builders & Contractors of Arkansas has a new home after a $535,000 transaction. Plans call for office space and classrooms for its apprenticeship program. read more >
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