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Affirmative Action Bill Hits Snag in House

Affirmative Action Bill Hits Snag in House

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A bill to end affirmative action in education hiring and outlaw state goals for steering procurement contracts to minority- and women-owned businesses in Arkansas narrowly passed in the Senate before stalling in the House. read more >

Teslar Builds on Pandemic Success

Teslar Builds on Pandemic Success

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The fintech company, which helped simplify the PPP loan forgiveness process during the pandemic, has its sights on new projects. read more >

I-430 Commercial Developments Taking Shape

I-430 Commercial Developments Taking Shape

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The first buildings are forecast to make the scene this year at two mixed-use commercial developments in west Little Rock along the Interstate 430 corridor: the Village at Brodie Creek and The Middle. read more >

Jonesboro’s Boom Rides Out Storm

Jonesboro’s Boom Rides Out Storm

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Mall tenants scattered to the winds by a devastating March 2020 tornado have been slowly reopening in other retail centers in Jonesboro, many near the area’s historic but long defunct Indian Mall site. read more >

2024 Eclipse Seen as Historic Tourism Opportunity

2024 Eclipse Seen as Historic Tourism Opportunity

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The moon will cast a huge ribbon of darkness across Arkansas on April 8, 2024, and the total solar eclipse is certain to be a bright spot for state tourism, potentially the biggest draw ever. read more >

Biggest Deals Down 74% in '22

Biggest Deals Down 74% in '22

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The state’s mergers and acquisitions market mirrored the global market, which also saw a significant decline. read more >

7 Brew's Cup Overflows

7 Brew's Cup Overflows

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The fast-growing, Fayetteville-based coffee chain plans to open 200 stores by the end of 2023. read more >