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A photo of former Vista Outdoors Inc. CEO Chris Metz included in a company regulatory filing
Manufacturing

Chris Metz Out as Vista Outdoor CEO

The parent company of Remington Ammunition in Lonoke cited a "loss of confidence in his leadership." read more >
Manufacturing / Retail / Tourism

Vista Plans to Split Outdoor, Sporting Segments Into 2 Public Companies

Both will have a significant presence and physical footprint in Arkansas. read more >
Retired employee state Rep. Roger Lynch speaks with Vista Outdoor spokesman Joel Hodgdon during a tour of the Remington plant in Lonoke.
Construction / Government & Politics / Investments

Arkansas Reloads as Ammo-Making StateLock Icon

Fiocchi of America and Vista Outdoor were attracted to the state because of its workforce, geography in the supply chain, and gun-loving culture. They also appreciated a warm welcome from local and state officials — including incentives. read more >
The Remington ammunition plant at 2592 Arkansas Highway 15 in Lonoke was purchased last year by Vista Outdoor Inc.
Government & Politics / Investments / Manufacturing

Lonoke Locals Hopeful About Remington’s Future

The Lonoke Remington ammunition plant’s recent past has been turbulent, but its future looks bright under new owner Vista Outdoor Inc. read more >
Workers at the Remington ammunition factory 
Government & Politics

Vista Outdoor Doubles Workforce at Lonoke’s Remington Ammo Plant

The company is working now to add 100 more jobs in Lonoke. read more >
The Remington Arms plant near Lonoke.
Manufacturing

Update: Vista Outdoor Completes $81.4M Remington Purchase

Publicly traded Vista Outdoor Inc. of Anoka, Minnesota, has closed on its $81.4 million acquisition of certain assets of Remington Outdoor Co., assets that include its plant in Lonoke, brand and trademarks. read more >