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Pitching In: Lexicon Fabricators and Constructors Creates New Brackets for Face Shields
by Tyler Hale April 20, 2020
by Tyler Hale April 20, 2020
The worst situations can bring out the best in the people who are impacted by them. In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, there are worldwide shortages of supplies, including personal protective equipment, and companies are stepping up to ensure…
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Amazon Coming to Port of Little Rock
by AMP Staff April 8, 2020
by AMP Staff April 8, 2020
The Port of Little Rock is getting a major new resident – Amazon. On Tuesday evening, the Little Rock Board of Directors approved an ordinance allowing the Little Rock Port Authority to enter into an agreement with the online retailer.…
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Origin Program to Serve as Starting Point for Budding Entrepreneurs
by Tyler Hale February 12, 2020
by Tyler Hale February 12, 2020
by Tyler Hale Local entrepreneurs in Arkansas will now have another resource at their disposal. The Venture Center and the Little Rock Regional Chamber have partnered to develop a new program, called Origin, aimed at providing guidance and assistance for…
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Glasbrenner Named to Forbes Next 1000 List in 2021 February 24, 2021
An Arkansas chief executive has been named to Forbes’ Next 1000 list for 2021. Elizabeth Glasbrenner, the co-founder and CEO of Smiley Technologies, is the sole Arkansas executive selected for the first round of this inaugural Forbes list in 2021.… The post Glasbrenner Named to Forbes Next 1000 List in 2021 appeared first on AMP.
Will COVID-19 Be Under Control by April? February 24, 2021
An editorial in the Wall Street Journal published Feb. 18 by Dr. Marty Makary, a professor at the John Hopkins University School of Medicine, is raising hopes that the coronavirus pandemic is on the way out and that the U.S. could… The post Will COVID-19 Be Under Control by April? appeared first on AMP.
Donnie King Taking COO Role at Tyson Foods February 24, 2021
Tyson Foods Inc. is planning to make “organizational changes” to increase innovation at the Springdale-based company. One of those changes is making Donnie King, the poultry group president, the company’s chief operating officer. In this role, King will report directly… The post Donnie King Taking COO Role at Tyson Foods appeared first on AMP.
SBA Opening Exclusive 14-Day PPP Loan Period for Employers with Fewer Than 20 Employees February 24, 2021
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) will be focusing its efforts on providing equitable relief for small businesses around the nation, with a focus on racial and gender equity. As part of this effort, the SBA will be establishing an… The post SBA Opening Exclusive 14-Day PPP Loan Period for Employers with Fewer Than 20 […]
Hutchinson Lowers Age Eligibility for COVID Vaccine to 65 February 23, 2021
Vaccine eligibility in Arkansas is being expanded by order of Gov. Asa Hutchinson, starting Tuesday, Feb. 23. He told reporters during a Tuesday afternoon briefing that Arkansans aged 65 and older will now be able to be vaccinated as part… The post Hutchinson Lowers Age Eligibility for COVID Vaccine to 65 appeared first on AMP.
Milligan Launches Campaign to Become Next State Auditor February 23, 2021
Dennis Milligan is launching a bid to become the next State Auditor in the 2022 election. On Tuesday, Feb. 23, Milligan kickstarted his campaign with an announcement at the State Capitol. He is running to replace current State Auditor Andrea… The post Milligan Launches Campaign to Become Next State Auditor appeared first on AMP.
UAMS Serving as Health Care Provider for All Sports Productions in 2021 February 23, 2021
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) will be serving as the health care provider for All Sports Production events in Arkansas in 2021. Based in Northwest Arkansas, All Sports Production is a sports event management and consulting firm… The post UAMS Serving as Health Care Provider for All Sports Productions in 2021 appeared […]
Goodyear Buys Cooper Tire in $2.8 Billion Cash-and-Stock Transaction February 23, 2021
Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company is buying rival company Cooper Tire in a $2.8 billion transaction. On Monday, Feb. 22, Akron, Ohio-based Goodyear announced that it had entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Cooper Tire & Rubber Company. This… The post Goodyear Buys Cooper Tire in $2.8 Billion Cash-and-Stock Transaction appeared first on AMP.
“Life Works Here’ Initiative Attracts 26,000 Applications, First 25 Recipients Selected for Program February 23, 2021
With promises of a $10,000 incentive for moving to Northwest Arkansas, the “Life Works Here” program attracted significant national press and resulted in thousands of applications from professionals eager to make the jump to the Natural State. Since its announcement… The post “Life Works Here’ Initiative Attracts 26,000 Applications, First 25 Recipients Selected for Program […]
Dillard’s Sees Net Income, Net Sales Drop in 4Q 2020 Compared to Last Year February 23, 2021
Dillard’s saw its net income decline slightly in the last quarter of 2020 compared to the same period in 2019. In 4Q 2020, the Little Rock-based retailer had a reported net income of $67 million, while it had $67.7 million… The post Dillard’s Sees Net Income, Net Sales Drop in 4Q 2020 Compared to Last […]

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