Clint O’Neal

The state’s top economic developer, Clint O’Neal, called firearms and ammunition a “target industry” for Arkansas. But there’s no question Arkansas-made gun, ammo and accessory sales are booming. read more >

The program seeks to accelerate economic development efforts that communities have already started, and with multiple ways to match the funding, the AEDC hopes to reach sites across the state. read more >

The settlement means the state will continue to treat companies’ sales to the federal government as if they were in-state sales for tax purposes, avoiding a possible precedent that could have cost Arkansas millions annually. read more >

A research and development hub in Fayetteville never got past planning and the company “never pulled the trigger” on its plans to move to Bentonville, a company official said. read more >

Investments in roads, bridges and water infrastructure must be a key priority and include developing new and coordinated transit systems. read more >

The Newport Economic Development Commission finishes a nearly $4.3 million workforce and technology complex. read more >

Boyd Metals has announces plans to expand its facility at the Port of Little Rock, adding 40,500 SF for processing equipment and increased inventory and making room for 20 new jobs. read more >

The Delta Regional Authority awards more than $2.3 million to six projects in Arkansas through the States' Economic Development Assistance Program. read more >

Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders names Clint O’Neal the executive director of the Arkansas Economic Development Commission. read more >

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 Lonoke Remington ammunition plant’s recent past has been turbulent, but its future looks bright under new owner Vista Outdoor Inc. read more >

A craft brewery is just one example of a string of developments Bill Luther names in assessing Union County’s recent economic rebound. read more >

Dana Watkins has been named senior vice president of First Security Bank in Jonesboro, while Seth Williams has been named vice president and Kathy Gardner, Alex Beasley and Will Edwards have all been named assistant vice presidents. read more >

Roach Manufacturing Corp., which makes conveyors and conveying equipment and is also known as Roach Conveyors, announced Monday that it will expand its facility in Caraway (Craighead County) and create 30 new jobs over the next two years. read more >