Osceola
Building a Planet (Editorial)
With the announcement of the new U.S. Steel plant in Osceola, its seems like the momentum for growth in the area is only gaining traction. read more >
US Steel CEO Reveals More Details on Next Arkansas Project
The steel giant's new direct reduced iron plant in Osceola and planned upgrades for grain-oriented steel represent another $3 billion investment in Arkansas. read more >
by Chloe McGehee -
US Steel Plans New Facility in Osceola
The news comes after U.S. Steel last week detailed an $11 billion multiyear growth plan under new owner Nippon Steel. read more >
US Steel Details Plans to Invest $11B by 2028 Across All Business Segments
The announcement comes just five months after Nippon Steel finalized a “ historic partnership ” with the Pittsburgh steelmaker in a deal worth nearly $15 billion. read more >
by Associated Press -
![Hybar Steel was just one of Lexicon’s many projects in Mississippi County. [Karen E. Segrave]](https://dqndh7utxx63f.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Image_8-1-25_at_5.12e280afPM_opt-e1754672951830-300x194.jpg)
‘Steel Mill Heaven’ (Editorial)
A second Hybar plant would further secure Mississippi County’s place as the capital of U.S. steel production. read more >
Merrill Steel Plans $32M Plant in Osceola
The steel fabricator is moving into the former Denso Manufacturing site. About 108 new jobs are expected. read more >
Judge Alan Nelson on Infrastructure, Innovation & the Rise of Mississippi County
From housing incentives to historic preservation, Mississippi County Judge John Alan Nelson shares how the region is building more than just steel. read more >
Downtown Revivals Gain Momentum in Blytheville & Osceola Thanks to Steel Industry
In Blytheville and Osceola, steel wealth is sparking a new kind of revival. Downtown makeovers are being led by locals investing their own money and sweat to bring back small businesses, restore century-old buildings and create walkable communities. read more >
by Chloe McGehee -
Steel Resolve (Hunter Field Editor’s Note)
Mississippi County has come so far, but one final step remains. read more >
by Hunter Field -
New Hires at Southern Bancorp, UAMS & Lexicon (Movers & Shakers)
This week includes hires and promotions at ArcBest, Philander Smith University, Stone Bank, and more. read more >
Hybar Steel Eyes Arkansas for Future Mill Expansion Amid $700M Rebar Project
Hybar Steel in Osceola is considering two new mills, possibly in Arkansas, after completing a $1 billion rebar mill, but federal policy changes may impact the decision. read more >
Envirotech Vehicles Moving HQ to Houston After Struggles in Arkansas
The company said it would "retain" its manufacturing facility in Osceola, where it shifted operations just three years ago. read more >
Despite Falling Sales, Envirotech Narrows Losses in Q2
The electric vehicle company reported lower expenses across multiple categories under an initiative to conserve spending. read more >
WSJ: Arkansas Positioned to Gain if US Steel Sale Falls Through
CEO David Burritt said the company would close older mills and likely look to move its headquarters from Pittsburgh. read more >
West Memphis Tries For $3B Data Hub
The project would rival the nearly completed Big River Steel 2 plant in Osceola as the biggest economic development project in Arkansas history. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
The Loss of Hino Motors (Editorial)
The gradual shutdown of Hino’s plant in Marion gives the state time to mitigate the loss. read more >
Envirotech Hires 7 to Help Scale Production
The expansion comes after Envirotech landed a 200-vehicle order, its biggest ever, in March from Texas-based startup PlugD. read more >
Envirotech’s Q1 Losses Widen on Higher Executive Compensation
An increase in sales wasn't enough to offset rising expenses in the quarter. read more >
Nippon Steel Delays Closing of Acquisition of US Steel
The U.S. Department of Justice requested more documentation related to the deal. read more >
by Associated Press -
Big River Steel Launches New EV-Focused Production Line in Osceola
The main product being manufactured on the line is InduX, a very wide, ultra-thin and lightweight steel with all the magnetic properties necessary for electric vehicles. read more >
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