State Does About-Face On China
Arkansas was one of numerous states that took part in a frenzy of activity aimed at bringing over Chinese companies to set up operations. But a new state law makes clear that such investments are now viewed with suspicion. read more >
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Arkansas Year in Review: Top 10 Business Stories of 2023
Businesses and consumers in Arkansas and the rest of the country spent 2023 in the shadow of rising interest rates. Businesses dealt with other adversity, including rising insurance rates and a deadly March tornado. Other stories this year were more hopeful.
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A Step Toward Transparency (Editorial)
A group seeking to protect the public’s right to know is making progress. read more >
What to Watch in 2024 (Lance Turner Editor’s Note)
Lithium, steel and, yes, politics will make 2024 a big year for business in Arkansas. read more >
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Exxon Mobil Dives Into South Arkansas
Commercializing lithium should be natural for the Natural State, Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders said last week as Exxon Mobil Corp. announced the start of major brine operations in south Arkansas. read more >
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Premium Damage: Weather, Inflation More Than Double Cost of School Coverage
Tornadoes, hailstorms and pipe-bursting flash freezes hurtled Arkansas’ school property insurance programs into a crisis last fiscal year. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
Arkansas Looks to Utah as a Blueprint for Economic Development Success
Arkansas Commerce Secretary Hugh McDonald looks to Utah as a model when it comes to attracting high-tech industries, ranging from internet startups and biotech firms to pharmaceuticals, defense contractors and fintech companies. read more >
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Arkansas: The Defender (Lance Turner Editor’s Note)
Arkansas plays an increasingly key role in the global aerospace and defense industry. read more >
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The Lectern: A Halloween Tale (Editorial)
How the governor spends taxpayer money is exactly what the media should focus on. read more >
A Sign of the Times
At one time, Arkansas couldn’t get enough of Chinese investment. Times have changed. read more >
by Lance Turner -
Federal Judge’s ‘Watershed’ Ruling Protects Hemp Industry in Arkansas
The ruling last month that blocks Arkansas from criminalizing certain hemp-derived cannabinoid products, such as delta-8 THC, is being hailed as a landmark decision for the hemp industry. read more >
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FOIA Definitely Not Safe (Gwen Moritz Commentary)
Arkansas’ Freedom of Information Act is still at risk, so a constitutional amendment is urgent. read more >
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What’s Next for the FOIA (Lance Turner Editor’s Note)
This year has seen multiple attempts to limit our open records law, and the hits will keep coming. read more >
by Lance Turner -
Gradually, Then Suddenly (Editorial)
Last week’s attempt to weaken Arkansas’ Freedom of Information Act won’t be the last. read more >
Freedom of Information ‘Emergency’ Draws Skepticism
Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders said the sunshine law puts her and other elected officials at risk. Press groups, lawyers and even a couple of Republican read more >
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Paper Money: For-Profit Arkansas Times Increasingly Relies On Donors
Arkansas Times Publisher Alan Leveritt and Director of Development Wythe Walker have hit upon a new business model for profit-making news outlets: tak read more >
by Kyle Massey -
Commercial Corner Draws $1M Sale (Real Deals)
The 1.21-acre commercial site in west Little Rock was purchased by Foxden Capital LLC, led by Todd and Amanda Denton. read more >
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An Ounce of Prevention (Editorial)
The governor’s order to update the Arkansas Water Plan could be a start to addressing some potentially catastrophic issues. read more >
Schools Face Higher Insurance Costs (Editorial)
Several factors are driving up insurance costs. Arkansas schools will need to budget accordingly. read more >
Of Internet … and Water (Editorial)
Faster internet is great, but safe drinking water is more important. Arkansas can do both. read more >
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