Port of Little Rock
Scenes From Boyhood for Scenic Hill Solar’s Bill Halter
Climate United, of Bethesda, Maryland, is the green energy coalition that announced a $31.8 million investment in preconstruction financing costs for an 18-array solar development to power the university system. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
Bailey Construction Gets $6.88M Contract for Easterseals Remodel
This week's million dollar deals and construction contracts starts with an expansion and remodel to the Easterseals Arkansas campus in west Little Rock. read more >
The LR Port & Jobs (Editorial)
The Port of Little Rock is infrastructure that not only works, but that attracts jobs. read more >
Tax Breaks, Land Deals and Barbecue: How Arkansas Attracted Faymonville Group’s Big Investment
The Little Rock Board of Directors approved a resolution permitting the mayor and city clerk to execute an agreement to convey the land, which will be subject to measurable economic development targets. read more >
Welspun Plans $100M in Upgrades for Little Rock Port Facility
The pipe manufacturer is looking to expand its position in the oil and gas segment in the North American market. read more >
Booming Exports: Arkansas Guns and Ammo Surge in 2023
The state’s top economic developer, Clint O’Neal, called firearms and ammunition a “target industry” for Arkansas. But there’s no question Arkansas-made gun, ammo and accessory sales are booming. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
River, Rail & Road: Port Upgrades Bound for Little Rock Top $27M
Two projects to improve the transportation capabilities at the 2,600-acre industrial park are expected to go to bid in the coming weeks, and a third is set for next year. read more >
by George Waldon -
Reading The Future: Economic Development (40 Years of Arkansas Business)
Investments in roads, bridges and water infrastructure must be a key priority and include developing new and coordinated transit systems. read more >
by George Waldon -