Bryan Day
Little Rock’s Economic Rise Is Arkansas’ Opportunity (Frank Scott Jr., Bryan Day and Jay Chesshir Commentary)
Sustained investment in infrastructure, education and regional connectivity will allow Little Rock’s success to lift the broader economy. read more >
Little Rock Metro Sets Employment Record as Officials Eye More Growth
Economic expansion has been fueled by rising construction, strong GDP growth and major Port of Little Rock projects. read more >
by Chloe McGehee -
![Danny Games, vice president of business and economic development at Entergy Arkansas: “You need to have something north of 500 acres.” [Jason Burt]](https://dqndh7utxx63f.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/JBP_4710_opt-300x194.jpg)
Port of Little Rock, Clark County Prep Megasites for Big Employers
Arkansas officials are banking on two massive “megasites” to land billion-dollar projects that could reshape the state’s economy. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
$1B Data Center at Port of Little Rock Edges Forward
Bryan Day says the $1 billion data center at the Port of Little Rock is moving forward, with infrastructure work underway while the company completes due diligence. read more >
![Jack Thomas of the Little Rock Regional Chamber was instrumental in negotiations that landed a data center. [Steve Lewis]](https://dqndh7utxx63f.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/JackThomas2_opt-300x194.jpg)
$1B Data Center Projects Signal New Tech Era for Arkansas
Arkansas is experiencing a multi-billion-dollar data center boom promising major investments, big incentives, and new questions about power and water usage. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
Little Rock Port Pushes Forward with Megasite Plans After Sales Tax Proposal Rejection
Despite Little Rock voters rejecting a sales tax increase, the Port of Little Rock continues efforts to expand its industrial park, with ongoing land acquisitions and development plans aimed at attracting major industrial users. read more >
by George Waldon -
The LR Port & Jobs (Editorial)
The Port of Little Rock is infrastructure that not only works, but that attracts jobs. read more >
Welspun Plans $100M in Upgrades for Little Rock Port Facility
The pipe manufacturer is looking to expand its position in the oil and gas segment in the North American market. read more >
Industrial Purchase Tops $4.3M (Real Deals)
Nearly 874 acres for a future expansion of the Little Rock Port Industrial Park tipped the scales at $4.35 million. read more >
by George Waldon -
River, Rail & Road: Port Upgrades Bound for Little Rock Top $27M
Two projects to improve the transportation capabilities at the 2,600-acre industrial park are expected to go to bid in the coming weeks, and a third is set for next year. read more >
by George Waldon -
Reading The Future: Economic Development (40 Years of Arkansas Business)
Investments in roads, bridges and water infrastructure must be a key priority and include developing new and coordinated transit systems. read more >
by George Waldon -
Little Rock Port Facilities Nearing Completion
Industrial facilities like the $400 million Trex plant, the Synthesia Technology thermal/acoustic insulation plant and the Fiocchi primer complex are under construction now at the Little Rock Port. read more >
W&W/AFCO Steel Building Bridges at Little Rock Port
In a 138,846-SF building originally devoted to wind turbine blades, production has shifted to structural steel fabrication. read more >
by George Waldon -
Fiocchi to Start on $42M Plant at Little Rock Port
The location of choice for an Italian ammo maker’s second Pulaski County manufacturing plant presents challenging topography dominated by floodplain and wetland. read more >
by George Waldon -
Update: Fiocchi to Expand With $42M Plant at Little Rock Port
The ammunition manufacturer said the project will create 120 jobs. read more >
by Scott Carroll -
Pulaski County Notes Solar Project With TPI Set to Save $250K Annually
The project, long a goal of County Judge Barry Hyde and County Attorney Adam Fogleman, is expected to be completed next year. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
Little Rock’s Emerging Identity as Logistics Hub
In the last two years, eight major distribution and logistics projects have been announced in the greater Little Rock area. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
Project to Bring Nearly 1 Million SF of Warehouse Space to Little Rock Port
Kansas-based commercial real estate firm Bluestem Partners broke ground on the development Thursday. read more >
by Scott Carroll -
The Little Rock Port: An Engine For Growth (Lance Turner Editor’s Note)
A rainy Wednesday morning could not dampen the spirits at the Little Rock Port, which is having a moment. read more >
by Lance Turner -
Little Rock Port Sees Multi-Use Space in Former Delta Dental Site
The port is looking at buying the two-story building for $2 million and using it for job training, extra office space and more. read more >
by Scott Carroll -
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