Gov. Asa Hutchinson
Booming Exports: Arkansas Guns and Ammo Surge in 2023
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 >
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30-Year Imprint: ACDI’s Journey from Hardware to Software to EVs
Founded in June 1994, the company was ready for change when President and CEO Josh Lane joined it as general manager in January 2001. read more >
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An Ounce of Prevention… (Editorial)
Arkansas has taken the first step toward addressing the state’s inadequate levee system. read more >
High Demand Expected for Conway’s 150,000-SF Commercial Hub
The 150,000-SF “global center of excellence” was originally built for Hewlett Packard and housed 1,200 workers for information technology giant DXC Te read more >
Sanders Picks Arizonan Joe Profiri to Lead State Prison System
Profiri would replace Solomon Graves, who was appointed to the role by Gov. Asa Hutchinson in 2020. read more >
Women’s Commission Returns With Workforce Recommendations
The report focused largely on women’s labor force participation and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the family and caregiving. read more >
Arkansas Medical Marijuana Licensing: A Timeline
A brief overview of the formation and early years of Arkansas' medical marijuana industry. read more >
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Broadband Story Omitted Federal Requirement (Letter to the Editor)
An Aug. 22 Arkansas Business article failed to include an important piece of information about federal broadband grants. read more >
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Governor Makes 2 Public Safety Appointments
They replace Jami Cook, who has resigned, citing health problems. read more >
State Drug Director Kirk Lane Resigns
His Arkansas Naloxone Program has saved thousands of lives, officials said. read more >
AEI Fellows To Speak At Governor’s Inaugural Summit
The “America Leads: An Ideas Summit” is set to be held at the Momentary in Bentonville on Oct. 19. read more >
Governors Announces 2 Judicial Appointments
The new judges succeed judges who have retired or will return later this month. read more >
Glen Howie To Lead Arkansas Broadband Office
He comes to the state Commerce Department from "one of the most highly regarded broadband offices in the country.” read more >
AAEA Hires New Communications Manager (Movers & Shakers)
Cate Wilson brings 10 years of experience to the role. read more >
Arkansas Tech University to Receive $4.2M For Workforce Development
The funding could be used to build a career coaching model and help individuals who were previously incarcerated find jobs. read more >
Katherine Andrews to Lead New Arkansas Office of Outdoor Recreation
She had been at the Arkansas Economic Development Commission since 2016, serving first as a project manager, then as the director of small business and entrepreneurship development. read more >
Vista Outdoor Doubles Workforce at Lonoke’s Remington Ammo Plant
The company is working now to add 100 more jobs in Lonoke. read more >
Nucor Steel’s Randy Henderson Appointed to State Education Board
Gov. Asa Hutchinson announces the appointment of Nucor Steel's Randy Henderson of Blytheville to the Arkansas State Board of Education. read more >
Wipro to Open $3M Center in Sherwood, Eyes 400 Jobs
Wipro Limited will open a new $3 million center in Sherwood with a goal of creating up to 400 jobs over the next two years. read more >
Governor Calls Special Session on Mask Law, Declares Emergency
Gov. Asa Hutchinson calls a special legislative session to consider amending a law prohibiting mask mandates by state and local governments. read more >
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