by - March 3, 2021 4:49 pm
Gov. Asa Hutchinson signed a “Stand Your Ground” bill into law Wednesday (March 3) despite his belief that it’s not necessary, but he hopes the Legislature also will pass a…
by - March 3, 2021 4:29 pm
Heritage tourism is more relevant and important to Arkansas than ever, according to travel advisors. But just what is it, and how can Arkansas cities capitalize on it. Cheryl Hargrove…
by - March 3, 2021 4:12 pm
From hunting to fishing to hiking and cycling, outdoor recreation is a big part of Arkansas, and that makes it an important part of the state’s tourism mix. Over the…
by - March 3, 2021 3:37 pm
Walmart on Wednesday (March 3) announced a new $350 billion commitment to support 750,000 U.S. manufacturing jobs over the next decade. The pledge builds on the $250 billion commitment in…
by - March 3, 2021 12:41 pm
Used vehicle prices are expected to remain higher and might continue to increase as more stimulus money is released and new vehicle production is limited, said Jeff Williams, president and…
by - March 3, 2021 6:01 am
Bills that would provide a tax credit for Arkansans who donate to organizations that provide scholarships to public schools, allow schools to prohibit biological males from competing in girls’ sports,…
by - March 2, 2021 6:16 pm
A bill that would make it harder to run for president in Arkansas passed the Senate State Agencies and Governmental Affairs Committee Tuesday (March 2), while senators also passed a…
by - March 2, 2021 5:19 pm
A controversial bill that would eliminate the state’s “soda tax” that funds the Arkansas Medicaid Trust Fund was discussed during the House Revenue and Tax committee on Tuesday (March 2),…
by - March 2, 2021 3:43 pm
Three vaccines are now available in the United States, an incredible feat of medical science and global collaboration for healthcare advancement, according to Cheryl Pegus, Walmart’s recently named executive vice…
by - March 2, 2021 2:55 pm
With more than 1 million vaccines received in Arkansas and more than 650,000 Arkansans receiving at least one dose, Gov. Asa Hutchinson announced Tuesday (March 2) he is expanding vaccine…
by - March 2, 2021 2:10 pm
Arkansas Tourism Director Travis Napper said during the State of the Industry opening session of the Governor’s Conference on Tourism Tuesday (March 2) that though tourism was hit hard by…
by - March 2, 2021 2:04 pm
A generational storm may lead to all-time record electric and natural gas bills in Arkansas. Investigations have been opened by the Attorney General’s Office and the Arkansas Public Service Commission….
by - March 2, 2021 1:29 pm
Anchor Packaging broke ground Tuesday (March 2) on a $21.5 million expansion at its Paragould facility that is expected to create 45 news jobs. The expansion will add 90,000 square…
by - March 2, 2021 12:17 pm
The February tax revenue report again shows broad year-over-year gains to include an almost 15% increase in statewide sales and use tax revenue – a sign that consumer spending appears…
by - March 1, 2021 5:36 pm
The life blood of many small businesses is access to capital. Since 2017, the Small Business Administration (SBA) has distributed $658.8 million in SBA 7(A) loans in Arkansas, with few…
by - March 1, 2021 12:44 pm
Arkansas Farm Bureau and Arkansas PBS are partnering to produce community programming and local projects, the two groups announced Monday (March 1). The content, which will be called “Good Roots,”…
by - March 1, 2021 12:29 pm
Economic activity in the manufacturing sector rose in February, from January, while the overall economy expanded for the ninth consecutive month, according to the Institute for Supply Management (ISM). Meanwhile,…
by - February 28, 2021 2:29 pm
Consumers hunkering down at home during the pandemic spent more on food consumed at home. Many of them also reached for smaller, niche brands as supply chain disruptions meant national…
by - February 28, 2021 9:40 am
Under construction for the past year, Arkansas lawmakers and Gov. Hutchinson’s administration will unveil their newest version of Medicaid expansion on Monday (March 1). ARHOME (pronounced “Are-Home”) stands for Arkansas…
by - February 26, 2021 11:12 am
Gov. Asa Hutchinson on Friday (Feb. 26) extended a public health emergency related to the COVID-19 pandemic until March 31 and he kept a state-ordered mask mandate intact, but he…
