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Colonial Pipeline Resumes Operations After Cyberattack
by Tyler Hale May 12, 2021
by Tyler Hale May 12, 2021
The Colonial Pipeline is back in business after a cyberattack on May 7 forced the pipeline operator to take it offline. Colonial Pipeline announced on its website that it was restarting operations on Wednesday, May 12 at 4pm CST. Despite…
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State Economic Forecast Grim As Coronavirus Pandemic Continues
by Michael Pakko March 27, 2020
by Michael Pakko March 27, 2020
As the impact of the novel coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) works its way through the economy, national economic forecasts are showing an increasingly grim outlook. In addition to disruption of world supply chains, the decline in consumer spending associated with “social distancing” is…
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Magazine Manufacturing November 2019
Manufacturers Leading Job Growth in Arkansas
by Mark Carter October 31, 2019
by Mark Carter October 31, 2019
by Mark Carter Arkansas manufacturing seems to be finding its footing following a rough patch to open the 21st century. Manufacturing jobs in the Natural State are up 8 percent since 2014 and outpacing the national average of 6.4 percent,…
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Cash & Candor: Competition is Good for Democracy, SB163 is Not
by Caleb Talley February 9, 2019
by Caleb Talley February 9, 2019
by Caleb Talley I wondered how deep we would get into the current legislative session before my weekend-column hiatus was forced to end. Less than a month, and I’m surprised it took that long. And since I haven’t contributed to…
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Slow, Steady Growth Forecast for Arkansas Economy
by Erica Sweeney November 5, 2015
by Erica Sweeney November 5, 2015
Arkansas will experience slow, steady growth over the next couple of years, said Michael Pakko, chief economist and state economic forecaster at the Institute for Economic Advancement at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. Pakko presented his forecast today, Nov. 5,…
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Gina Gemberling Named Interim CEO of Little Rock CVB January 28, 2022
The Little Rock Advertising & Promotion Commission on Friday named Gina Gemberling interim president and CEO of the Little Rock Convention & Visitors Bureau (LRCVB). Gretchen Hall, its current president and CEO, announced on Jan. 26 that she was resigning… The post Gina Gemberling Named Interim CEO of Little Rock CVB appeared first on AMP.
AgHeritage Program to Return Record $7M to Customer-Owners January 28, 2022
AgHeritage Farm Credit Services (AFCS) will pay a record $7 million in profits to its customer-owners this year through its Patronage Program, the organization revealed Friday. The Patronage Program returns a portion of the association’s net earnings to eligible customer-owners.… The post AgHeritage Program to Return Record $7M to Customer-Owners appeared first on AMP.
Bequette Campaign Names Regional Co-Chairs January 28, 2022
The Jake Bequette for Senate campaign on Friday released a list of its regional campaign co-chairs. Bequette is running against incumbent U.S. Sen. John Boozman in May’s Republican primary. Regional campaign co-chairs, listed by congressional district, are: 1st Congressional District… The post Bequette Campaign Names Regional Co-Chairs appeared first on AMP.
Sissy’s Log Cabin to Open Store in WLR January 28, 2022
Sissy’s Log Cabin will open a new store in west Little Rock in May, the Arkansas-based jeweler announced Friday. The store will be located in The Promenade at Chenal. The space currently is undergoing renovations and will feature state-of-the-art displays… The post Sissy’s Log Cabin to Open Store in WLR appeared first on AMP.
Financial Gifts Boost Development of Planned Red Wolf Conservation & Research Center January 28, 2022
Recent gifts totaling $575,000 have been made to the development of Arkansas State University’s American Red Wolf Conservation & Research Center (ARWCRC) at Craighead Forest Park in Jonesboro. A fundraising goal of $5 million has been established to support the… The post Financial Gifts Boost Development of Planned Red Wolf Conservation & Research Center appeared […]
Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation Elects Two New Board Members January 27, 2022
Melissa Bradley and Vicki Saviers have been elected to The Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation Board of Directors, the foundation announced in a press release on Thursday. Both Bradley and Saviers will serve for three-year terms beginning January 2022. The Winthrop Rockefeller… The post Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation Elects Two New Board Members appeared first on AMP.
LPGA Golfer, Former Razorback Brooke Matthews is Latest Stephens Brand Ambassador January 27, 2022
Stephens Inc. announced Thursday its multi-year sponsorship of LPGA Tour member Brooke Matthews, a former all-American golfer for the University of Arkansas. As part of the agreement, the Stephens logo will appear on Matthews’ golf apparel during tournament play through… The post LPGA Golfer, Former Razorback Brooke Matthews is Latest Stephens Brand Ambassador appeared first […]
Donors Erase Over $35M in Medical Debt for Thousands of Arkansans January 27, 2022
Philanthropic organizations and donors joined together recently to erase more than $35 million of medical debt for Arkansas residents. News of the major contribution was shared during a virtual town hall meeting Thursday morning, hosted by Arkansas Asset Funders Network,… The post Donors Erase Over $35M in Medical Debt for Thousands of Arkansans appeared first […]
Blake Resigns, Pruitt Named New Little Rock Mayor Chief of Staff January 27, 2022
Little Rock Mayor Frank Scott, Jr. announced Wednesday that current Chief of Staff, Charles Blake, will resign effective Jan. 31 to pursue an opportunity in the private sector, and that Kendra Pruitt will assume the role effective Feb. 1. “It’s… The post Blake Resigns, Pruitt Named New Little Rock Mayor Chief of Staff appeared first […]
Arkansas Hospice Acquires First Choice Senior Care January 26, 2022
Arkansas Hospice has acquired First Choice Senior Care (FCSC) of Little Rock, according to a press release sent out by the nonprofit hospice service on Wednesday. First Choice Senior Care will now operate as a subsidiary of Arkansas Hospice and… The post Arkansas Hospice Acquires First Choice Senior Care appeared first on AMP.

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