Jacksonville
First Arkansas Bank & Trust Ends 76 Years of Wilson Leadership
Larry Wilson has tapped Keith Collard as the new CEO after announcing his retirement, surprising many who expected the role to fall to his son. read more >
First Arkansas Bank & Trust’s Larry Wilson Retires as CEO, Will Remain Chairman
Under Wilson's leadership, First Arkansas Bank & Trust expanded across Central Arkansas with new locations and bank acquisitions, leading the company to grow from $17M to over $1B in assets. read more >
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North Carolina Storage Chain Makes $14M Buy (Real Deals)
The sale of seven central Arkansas storage properties marks a phase of growth for the North Carolina buyer in this week's Real Deals. read more >
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Jacksonville Moves to Comply with a Little-Known State Law About Bankers on City Boards
Jacksonville’s recent ordinance highlights a little-known Arkansas law requiring city approval for bank executives to serve on local boards. read more >
by Griffin Coop -
Whit Davis Lumber Plus to be Acquired by Iowa-Based Lumber Supplier
The Jacksonville, Cabot and Greenbrier locations of Whit Davis Lumber Plus will still operate under the Whit Davis name and will retain local management. read more >
Ritter Communications Invests $4M in Fiber Infrastructure for Jacksonville
The project, expected to be completed later this year, will provide Jacksonville residents with fiber optic internet. read more >
First Community Bank, Bank OZK Expand Footprints
First Community Bank is expanding in Harrison with a second full-service branch, while Bank OZK is growing its presence in Tennessee and Florida with multiple new locations. read more >
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Chris Fowler Expands Business with Local Tire & Wheel Chain
Chris Fowler, known for his success in KFC franchising, is now expanding his footprint with the growing Local Tire & Wheel chain and his recent acquisition of Dempsey Bakery in Little Rock. read more >
SIG Sauer Plans $150M Expansion of Jacksonville Facility
The project is expected to create 625 jobs over the next five years. read more >
Jacksonville Plans Pump Track at Dupree Park
A pump track is a paved track for wheeled sports equipment that allows a riders to participate without having to pedal or push. read more >
$3.75M Deal Made for Jacksonville Retail Site
The buyer is listed as Pabani Brothers LLC, led Akbar Pabani and Aziz Pabani. read more >
Mini-Storage Facility Unloaded for $3.7M
A 621-unit mini-storage project in Jacksonville kicks off this week’s list of million-dollar real estate transactions in Pulaski County. read more >
Texas Group Lassoes 165 Homes in Central Arkansas
The group spent $39.6 million on houses it apparently plans to use as single-family rental properties. read more >
Jacksonville, Sherwood Leaders to Vote on Alcohol Election
The Jacksonville and Sherwood city councils will vote Thursday whether to set a Nov. 14 election that could allow restaurants in the defunct Gray Township and Precinct 64 to sell alcohol by the glass. read more >
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