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Construction on 135 MW Conway Solar Project Set to Begin in March
by AMP Staff January 13, 2022
by AMP Staff January 13, 2022
Solar energy company Lightsource bp has closed on a $533 million multi-project financing package and will soon mobilize construction on its 135 megawatt (dc) Conway Solar project located near Happy, Arkansas, approximately 55 miles northeast of Little Rock. Lightsource bp…
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Hutchinson Signs Executive Orders for Infrastructure, Energy Resources
by AMP Staff December 20, 2021
by AMP Staff December 20, 2021
Governor Asa Hutchinson signed three Executive Orders on Monday that provide recommendations for use of federal infrastructure funds, align audits in certain executive agencies, and create the Energy Resources Council to improve coordination during extreme weather and other emergencies that…
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Northwest Arkansas Startup Earns $256,000 Small Business Award
by AMP Staff December 15, 2021
by AMP Staff December 15, 2021
A company started by University of Arkansas researchers has been awarded a $256,000 Small Business Innovation Research Grant. SIEV Technologies, a catalytic membrane reactor design company, received the grant from the National Science Foundation to develop technology that improves biofuel…
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Southside Water Authority, School District Partner for Solar Energy Project
by AMP Staff December 1, 2021
by AMP Staff December 1, 2021
Southside Public Water Authority and Southside School District have partnered to implement co-located solar arrays, with the help of Little Rock energy consultant company, Entegrity. By sharing a site and reducing fixed costs, Entegrity reports that the Water Authority and…
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Arkansas Electric Co-op Amps Up Cyber Defense with Forge Institute
by AMP Staff November 29, 2021
by AMP Staff November 29, 2021
In light of recent high-profile cyber attacks across the nation, the Arkansas Electric Cooperative Corporation is taking proactive measures to protect its digital network and power resources. AECC believes recent cyber attacks prove that the United States’ power grid could…
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Walmart Launches Drone Delivery Operation in Northwest Arkansas
by AMP Staff November 23, 2021
by AMP Staff November 23, 2021
Walmart has partnered with drone services company, DroneUp, LLC, to conduct the first multi-site commercial drone delivery operations. Walmart invested in the Virginia-based drone company in June 2021 after realizing it could offer customers a faster delivery option, with deliveries…
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Arkansas’ Delta Solar Names Niebaum as President
by AMP Staff November 22, 2021
by AMP Staff November 22, 2021
Little Rock’s Delta Solar has named Katie Laning Niebaum as its new president. In her new role, Niebaum will be overseeing operations of the Arkansas-based, owned, and operated solar energy company, which serves agricultural and commercial clients. Niebaum brings to…
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North Little Rock Gets New EV Chargers Thanks to Energy Program
by Today's Power Inc. November 22, 2021
by Today's Power Inc. November 22, 2021
The Arkansas Department of Energy & Environment is celebrating the installation of three new Level 2 dual port electric vehicle charging stations (also known as electric vehicle supply equipment or EVSE) in the main parking lot of their North Little…
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Entergy Arkansas Welcomes Its First Female Line Worker
by AMP Staff November 18, 2021
by AMP Staff November 18, 2021
Entergy Arkansas has welcomed their first female line worker. Sara Russell-Lingo, 25, of Jacksonville, Ark. joined the Entergy Arkansas team in May 2021. In an interview with Entergy Arkansas Senior Communications Specialist, David Lewis, Russell-Lingo’s revealed that her grandfather is a…
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Electric Vehicle Company Selects NW Arkansas for Headquarters, Facilities Expansion
by AMP Staff November 16, 2021
by AMP Staff November 16, 2021
Electric vehicle manufacturer, Canoo, has selected Bentonville as its headquarters, company officials announced Monday. The company also plans to establish a Research & Development (R&D) center and an advanced industrialization/low-volume production facility for small package delivery vehicles in the state.…
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UAMS Ranked Top 10 in Nation for Brain Surgery by Healthgrades January 15, 2022
A new analysis by Healthgrades shows the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences ranks among the top 10 percent of hospitals nationwide for cranial neurosurgery. Healthgrades, a resource that connects consumers, physicians and health systems, awarded UAMS a 2022 Cranial… The post UAMS Ranked Top 10 in Nation for Brain Surgery by Healthgrades appeared first […]
Generations Bank Names Torres as Siloam Springs Market President January 14, 2022
Generations Bank has promoted Randy Torres to Market President for the Siloam Springs market. In his new role, Torres will oversee operations, lending and deposit relationships growth, and community involvement for the Siloam Springs market. “Randy is a longtime resident of the Siloam… The post Generations Bank Names Torres as Siloam Springs Market President appeared first on AMP.
Republican RJ Hawk Hits Fundraising Milestone for House District 81 Campaign January 14, 2022
The campaign to elect RJ Hawk for District 81 State Representative raised more than $16,000 for the month of December, according to the official filing with the Arkansas Secretary of State’s office. Republican RJ Hawk announced his campaign for the… The post Republican RJ Hawk Hits Fundraising Milestone for House District 81 Campaign appeared first […]
Arkansas Heart Hospital Launches State’s First Post-COVID Pulmonary Rehab Program January 14, 2022
Arkansas Heart Hospital is launching the state’s first post-COVID pulmonary rehabilitation program. The comprehensive outpatient treatment, offered through Strong Hearts Rehabilitation Center, will serve qualifying individuals experiencing symptoms for at least four weeks. It will be one of five medical… The post Arkansas Heart Hospital Launches State’s First Post-COVID Pulmonary Rehab Program appeared first on […]
Davenport, Lambe Join Southern Bancorp Leadership Team January 14, 2022
Southern Bancorp added two new members to its leadership team. Kenya Davenport joins the CDFI as the organization’s Chief of Staff, and Will Lambe joins as Chief Strategy Officer. “I’m excited to welcome both Kenya and Will to Southern Bancorp’s leadership… The post Davenport, Lambe Join Southern Bancorp Leadership Team appeared first on AMP.
Republican Business Owner Walter Burgess Announces Candidacy for House District 81 January 14, 2022
Small-business owner Walter Burgess has announced his candidacy for House District 81 in the Arkansas State House of Representatives, which includes portions of Saline County. Burgess is the co-owner and vice president of sales & engineering at Power Technology, Inc.… The post Republican Business Owner Walter Burgess Announces Candidacy for House District 81 appeared first […]
Construction on 135 MW Conway Solar Project Set to Begin in March January 13, 2022
Solar energy company Lightsource bp has closed on a $533 million multi-project financing package and will soon mobilize construction on its 135 megawatt (dc) Conway Solar project located near Happy, Arkansas, approximately 55 miles northeast of Little Rock. Lightsource bp… The post Construction on 135 MW Conway Solar Project Set to Begin in March appeared […]
U.S. Supreme Court Blocks Covid Vaccine Mandate for Large Businesses January 13, 2022
The Supreme Court on Thursday blocked the Biden administration’s proposed requirement that employees at large businesses either be vaccinated against Covid-19, or undergo weekly testing and wear a mask on the job. The justices heard arguments on the challenges last… The post U.S. Supreme Court Blocks Covid Vaccine Mandate for Large Businesses appeared first on […]
Dillard’s Surpasses $15.3M in Donations to Ronald McDonald Charities Thanks to Christmas Cookbook Sales January 13, 2022
Dillard’s, Inc. announced Thursday morning that it will make a significant contribution to local Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) Chapters, bringing its total support of the charity over 27 years to over $15.3 million. This year’s $180,000 donation was made… The post Dillard’s Surpasses $15.3M in Donations to Ronald McDonald Charities Thanks to Christmas Cookbook […]
Op-Ed: New Year, New Hope for Rural America in the Fight Against COVID January 12, 2022
A New Year rings in and the COVID pandemic is still with us. Pandemic fatigue is understandable at this point. But the loss of more than 824,000 Americans to date and the arrival of a new, more transmissible variant, should… The post Op-Ed: New Year, New Hope for Rural America in the Fight Against COVID […]

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