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Southern Bancorp Buys Land for New Little Rock Branch
Southern Bancorp continues its expansion across the state with a property purchase in Little Rock. read more >
Rural Development at Risk (Editorial)
The state government needs to consider stepping in as federal money for rural development faces elimination. read more >
![Darrin Williams is the CEO of Southern Bancorp Inc., one of the United States’ oldest and largest community development financial institutions. [Karen E. Segrave]](https://dqndh7utxx63f.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/ARBusiness-Darrin-Williams-0011_opt-300x194.jpg)
Federal Budget Cuts Threaten Arkansas CDFIs
After the White House proposed eliminating the CDFI Fund, Arkansas lenders warn that cuts could hinder water system repairs and rural investments. read more >
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New Tools Can Help Boost Business in Arkansas (Angela Frierson Shirey Commentary)
During 2021, Arkansas has seen business rebound and reset. Entrepreneurs have had to flex their creative muscle during the “creative destruction” phase — a phenomenon that usually results in economic progress. read more >
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FNBC Receives a $600K Federal Grant
FNBC Bancorp, the holding company for FNBC Bank, has been awarded a $600,000 Financial Assistance grant by the U.S. Treasury Department’s CDFI fund for its service to rural and underserved communities. read more >
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