West Memphis
How Kalshi and Polymarket Could Disrupt Arkansas Gaming
It's no exaggeration to say that prediction markets have exploded in the last year and the affects of the their popularity are being felt across the nation. read more >
by Mark Friedman -
?By the Numbers: Arkansas Casino Revenue and the Growth of Mobile Sports Betting
Explore seven years of slot, table, and sportsbook data from Arkansas' three casinos. read more >
Data Centers, New Power Plants and the Rising Cost of Staying Plugged In
As data centers become more commonplace, Google is one company leading the charge toward easing energy worries for consumers. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
Google Revealed as Exclusive Offtaker for $123M Grant County Solar Project
The array, which will be one of the largest in Arkansas, will support data centers across a 15-state region. read more >
Before CEO’s Arrest, Evolve Bank Pitched a Fintech Comeback Story
The troubled West Memphis bank had been setting the stage for a rebound from litigation, regulatory enforcement and a data breach. read more >
by Griffin Coop -
Update: Evolve Bank & Trust Fires CEO After Arrest On Child Porn-Related Charges
He took the helm of the troubled West Memphis bank in August with a mandate to restore customer trust. read more >
by Griffin Coop -
As Expected, Google Is Behind Multibillion-Dollar Data Center in West Memphis
The project promises jobs, solar power and a potentially historic economic boost for Arkansas. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
Pay-to-Move Programs Deliver Modest but Measurable Growth in Arkansas Communities
Arkansas cities are using cash and perks to lure new workers, with Texarkana and West Memphis offering payouts as others shift strategies. read more >
by Marty Cook -
New I-55 Bridge to be Named in Honor of Three Kings
Construction on the $800 million bridge over the Mississippi River is expected to begin in 2026. read more >
Sediver to Double West Memphis Production Capacity
The project, which was said to be a sub-$1 million investment, aims to meet growing demand for transmission line products. read more >
Matt Knueven Named President of Evolve Bank & Trust’s Mortgage Division
Knueven brings more than 30 years of mortgage lending and operations experience to the role. read more >
![Jack Thomas of the Little Rock Regional Chamber was instrumental in negotiations that landed a data center. [Steve Lewis]](https://dqndh7utxx63f.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/JackThomas2_opt-300x194.jpg)
$1B Data Center Projects Signal New Tech Era for Arkansas
Arkansas is experiencing a multi-billion-dollar data center boom promising major investments, big incentives, and new questions about power and water usage. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
New Memphis Bridge Aims for Unshakable Strength
The crossing is in the New Madrid Seismic Zone, near the fault that triggered massive earthquakes in 1811-1812. read more >
I-30 Crossing Contractor Kiewit Picked to Oversee I-55 Bridge Replacement
Nearly $800 million in state and federal funds have been committed to the project. Construction is estimated to begin as early as the second half of 2025. read more >
Buc-ee’s Plans Location in West Memphis
The West Memphis location is the second Buc-ee's is developing in Arkansas. read more >
West Memphis Rail Project Gets $5.2M Federal Grant
The project includes installation of new yard track and new sidings for the West Memphis Base Railroad, owned by Jaguar Transport Holdings LLC. read more >
Risk and Reward (Editorial)
Evolve’s story is a good lesson for our times, and we hope for a strong rebound. read more >
Coca-Cola Consolidated Unveils $25M in Upgrades to West Memphis Production Facility
The addition of a state-of-the-art bottling line will allow the company to increase production from 26 million cases to 29 million cases per year. 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 -
Family Dollar Plea Deal Includes $41.7M Fine for Rodent-Infested Warehouse in West Memphis
The fine is the largest-ever monetary criminal penalty in a food safety case, according to a press release from the Department of Justice. read more >
by Gwen Moritz -
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