Russellville
Pope County Casino Fight Isn’t Over Yet
Though voters shot down plans for the Legend's Casino & Resort in 2024, there is still work being done to keep the project moving. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
Washington Regional, Hendrix College, Citizens Bank Announce New Hires and Promotions (Movers & Shakers)
Banking, education and health care are the notable industries in this week's Movers & Shakers. read more >
Arkansas Explores Nuclear Power Expansion Amid Growing Energy Demand
With coal and natural gas on the decline for energy sources, nuclear power plants have become more of a consideration as the years go by. A new study funded by Arkansas lawmakers looks to assess the risks of going nuclear. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
Union Bank Upgrades Russellville Operation
Union Bank is expanding in Russellville with its first full-service branch, while Bank OZK adds four new locations in North Carolina. read more >
by George Waldon -
Lights, Camera, Inaction! Arkansas Film Rebates on Hold Until Study Data Comes In
The next few weeks could be a turning point for Arkansas’ growing TV and filmmaking industry, and an economic impact study due in mid-March could plot the future of state incentives. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
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 >
The Best & Worst of 2024
Highlights and lowlights of 2024, from Nobel laureate John Jumper's historic win and groundbreaking green steel innovations. read more >
$9M Renovation Complete at Arkansas Tech
The project included interior demolition and abatement, plumbing and drain relocations, a complete re-design of the interior spaces, standing new walls in newly redesigned spaces, and other improvements. read more >
Arkansas’ Cold Storage Industry Heating Up
Major players are dominating the cold storage market nationally, but Arkansas still has plenty of room for local businesses to thrive. read more >
by Marty Cook -
Taber Extrusions Plans $60M Expansion of Russellville Facility
The project, which will create 70 jobs, is designed to help the aluminum extrusion company meet the demands of the aerospace industry. read more >
Russell Jones Named President of Arkansas Tech
Jones had been serving as interim president of the university since August 2023. read more >
River Valley Gamble (Hunter Field Editor’s Note)
It’s time to issue the Pope County casino license and move on. read more >
by Hunter Field -
Gulfside Casino Partnership Makes Pitch to Pope County
The Mississippi-based group is pledging a $405 million investment in Pope County, but questions remain unsettled about a gaming license. read more >
Arkansas Tech Sells Eclipse Viewing Spots to Benefit Student Groups
Packages range from a $75 day pass at the Tucker Coliseum parking lot to a $2,500 three-night pass for RV parking on the campus' east side. read more >
$49M Awarded to Transportation Projects in Bryant, Russellville
One of the projects calls for about 3.6 miles of Old Stagecoach Road in Saline County to be reconstructed. read more >
Peter Dykema, Jacob Grosskopf to Lead Arkansas Governor’s School
They succeed Robin Lasey, who has provided leadership for AGS since it was awarded to Arkansas Tech in September 2018. read more >
A Chill Idea, Just in Time for a Hot Market
Doug Bowen and Darren Winstead picked a nearly perfect time to go into the cold storage business. read more >
by Marty Cook -
Russellville Startup Phoenix Innovations Announces Expansion
The company purchased the former Dalton-King Packaging facility for $1.35 million. read more >
Genesis Cancer & Blood Institute Opens New Clinic in Russellville
It's the medical group's 10th location in Arkansas. read more >
Construction Underway at Drax Group’s Wood Pellet Plant in Russellville
The plant is the second of three the company is building in Arkansas. read more >
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