Aluminum Maker Gränges Breaks Ground on Newport Expansion
The company said the project makes them the first in the U.S. to invest in battery cathode foil production, positioning Gränges to lead in a "new high-growth industry." read more >
The company said the project makes them the first in the U.S. to invest in battery cathode foil production, positioning Gränges to lead in a "new high-growth industry." read more >
For the past 20 years, a half-cent for every buck spent in Newport has pumped millions of dollars into local economic development, helping to stem an exodus and turn Jackson County into a commuter destination for 3,000 incoming workers per day. read more >
Newport’s Iron Mountain Train Depot still has its century-old ticket window, but instead of sending railroad passengers on their way, the refurbished station will soon put Arkansans on a track to better careers. read more >
The U.S. Economic Development Administration awards a $2.5 million grant to Newport's Tech Depot IT Apprenticeship Academy. read more >
Stewart was also previously executive director of the Arkansas Judicial Discipline & Disability Commission. read more >
The executive director of the Arkansas Judicial Discipline and Disability Commission is stepping down after leading the panel for five years. The commission says Executive Director David Stewart retired on Dec. 31. Deputy Executive Director David Sachar took over as executive director on Jan. 1. read more >
