Entergy Plans Largest Solar Array Yet, to Power US Steel in Osceola
The project on 2,100 acres is big enough to power more than 40,000 homes. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
Envirotech Hires Jay Raber as National Sales Manager
Raber has more than 40 years of experience in auto sales, most recently as regional sales manager of GreenPower Motor Company Inc. of Vancouver, an electric bus manufacturer. read more >
Envirotech Reports Higher Sales in Q2
Losses totaled $1 million, slightly higher than a year ago. But CEO Phillip Oldridge called the period a "breakout quarter." read more >
Hutchinson Outlines Agenda for Final Months in Office
The term-limited governor says his focus is on broadband access, jobs and a "hopefully quick" special session on tax cuts. read more >
With Steel, State Lures Interlocking Industries
Like all kinds of constructors, Arkansas economic developers have learned that steel offers a sturdy base to build on. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
Steel’s Accidental Sage Brings Jobs to Mississippi County
The region's economic transformation wasn’t inevitable. Neither was Clif Chitwood’s career — and he'll be the first to tell you. read more >
by Jan Cottingham -
Envirotech Project Eligible for $27M in State Incentives
The agreement with the Arkansas Economic Development Commission will help facilitate construction of its first U.S. manufacturing center. read more >
Envirotech Picks Jonesboro Firm for $80M Plant Renovation
The electric vehicle maker is turning a 580,00-SF space in Osceola into a full manufacturing center. read more >
Keeping the Lights On With AECC’s Buddy Hasten
The CEO of the electric co-op is sounding the alarm about accountability and reliability in the regional electricity supply. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
Envirotech Losses Widen in Q1, While Sales Rise
The electric vehicle maker said the first phase of renovations at its 580,000-SF plant in Osceola is complete. read more >
Envirotech Reports Losses for Q4 and Full Year, Says Demand is Increasing
The company expects to see sequential revenue growth in the first quarter of this year. read more >
US Steel’s Future Shaped By ‘Remarkable’ Partnership With Arkansas, CEO Says
David Burritt, the head of the industrial giant, praised Arkansas' people and business environment at the AEDC's annual banquet. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
Envirotech Gets Manufacturing License, Becomes Only Licensed Automaker in Arkansas
The company is ramping up operations at its facility in Osceola. read more >
$3.2M in Grants Awarded to Northeast Arkansas Water, Sewer Projects
The projects are expected to create or help retain 516 jobs in total. read more >
Why Arkansas? Envirotech CEO Says Natural, Man-Made Resources Sparked Interest
Phillip Oldridge also discussed key players in the decision and the company's plans for its new facility. read more >
Update: US Steel Begins Work on $3B Mill in Northeast Arkansas
Company officials gathered with local and state leaders for a groundbreaking ceremony Tuesday morning. read more >
First-Place Metal (Editorial)
Thanks to Tuesday’s announcement out of northeast Arkansas, 2022 will be remembered as a banner year for the state’s economy. read more >
US Steel Picks Northeast Arkansas for $3B Mill
Arkansas had been competing against Alabama and Mississippi for the project. read more >
$4.8M From CARES Act to Support NEA Steelmakers, Manufacturers
Projects in Wynne and Osceola are expected to create about 300 jobs. read more >
Osceola Banking On Beautification Proposal
At the next Osceola City Council meeting in June, members will hear a third reading of a proposed city ordinance creating a land bank commission to support beautification and renovation projects. read more >
by Todd Traub -
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