Tagged: John Rutledge

First Security Bancorp Burgeons Into Big Time

First Security Bancorp Burgeons Into Big Time

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These days, the First Security name is shared among 21 lenders in 15 states around the nation. But the biggest in the land by far is the $5.3 billion-asset financial institution that makes its home in Searcy. read more >

Governor, Business Leaders Form New Innovation Council

Governor, Business Leaders Form New Innovation Council

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Key leaders from Arkansas businesses, research universities, philanthropic organizations and state agencies will form the new Arkansas Innovation Council at Gov. Asa Hutchinson’s request. read more >

Arkansas Baptist Gets $30M to Repay Debt, Get Back on Track

Arkansas Baptist Gets $30M to Repay Debt, Get Back on Track

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Little Rock’s Arkansas Baptist College recently secured a $30 million funding agreement that has helped calm its troubled financial waters. The deal is a significant event to restore order at the 130-year-old private college after 18 months of trial and tribulation. read more >