Newport
AEDC Selects Six Communities to Participate in Retail Academy Program
The AEDC has selected six Arkansas communities to receive online education, market research and technical assistance to assist with recruiting retail opportunities to their region. read more >
Newport Lands New Air Charter Service, Gen 4 Jets
Newport has a new air charter business that’s poised to soar, steered by a native son and father who own their own Cessna jet and have several others on call. read more >
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Newport Gets $2M Business Development Grant
The grant will support a project by DriveSmart Auto Care Inc. of Toms River, New Jersey, which plans to open a call center in Newport. read more >
Ritter Partners on Free Wi-Fi Park in Newport
The RightFiber Wi-Fi Park, named after Ritter's broadband service, aims to expand access to high-speed internet in the area. read more >
Jackson County Solar Project Could Be State’s Largest
About 1,900 acres of property along U.S. 67 near Newport is being prepped for the project. read more >
Swedish Company to Expand Newport Operations, Create 100 Jobs
Gränges of Sweden announced Thursday that it will invest $26 million to expand its Newport operations and create 100 full-time jobs. read more >