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No Boundaries: For Larger Chambers of Commerce, Impact Extends Beyond City Limits
by Sarah DeClerk and Sarah Coleman August 13, 2024
by Sarah DeClerk and Sarah Coleman August 13, 2024
There is a saying among chambers of commerce: Once you’ve seen one chamber, you’ve seen one chamber. While they may have similar responsibilities when it comes to recruiting and retaining businesses, ensuring a skilled workforce, and promoting the city, each …
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NYITCOM Partners with Local Businesses To Provide Vaccines, Education
by AMP Staff August 19, 2021
by AMP Staff August 19, 2021
The New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine at Arkansas State University (NYITCOM at A-State) has been working to provide COVID education and vaccines throughout the region. However, Dr. Brookshield Laurent, chair of clinical medicine at NYITCOM …
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Jonesboro: Jobs and An Evolving Economy Help Northeast Arkansas Thrive
by Jeanni Brosius April 30, 2019
by Jeanni Brosius April 30, 2019
As the hub of northeast Arkansas, Jonesboro is a thriving city with a population close to 70,000. Known as the metro area for Craighead and Poinsett counties, Jonesboro’s economy is changing rapidly and expected to continue to evolve. With a …
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LRSD Seeks Community Input About Restructuring, Closures September 4, 2026
The Little Rock School District is eyeing a restructuring that may result in school closures — and is seeking community input. The district recently released a strategic redesign plan to build a stronger future for students, along with a schedule… The post LRSD Seeks Community Input About Restructuring, Closures appeared first on AMP.
From Arkansas to World: Gymnast Lila Richardson Makes U.S. Senior Team September 4, 2026
U.S. gymnast and Arkansas native Lila Richardson is among seven athletes who will represent their country at World Gymnastics’ World Challenge Cup competitions this fall in Hungary and France. Rosters were determined based on results from the 2026 Xfinity U.S.… The post From Arkansas to World: Gymnast Lila Richardson Makes U.S. Senior Team appeared first […]
Scouts Celebrating 50 Years of Camp Rockefeller September 4, 2026
The Natural State Council of Scouting America will celebrate the 50th anniversary of its Camp Rockefeller with a special alumni reunion scheduled for Sept. 25–27 at Gus Blass Scout Reservation in Damascus. According to a press release, the three-day celebration… The post Scouts Celebrating 50 Years of Camp Rockefeller appeared first on AMP.
Sandra Olivarez: From ‘I’m Not a Writer’ to Arkansas Author and Publisher September 4, 2026
Sandra Olivarez, who lives and works in Northwest Arkansas, had never considered herself a writer. She was used to taking complex topics and simplifying them into reports and presentations in her professional life, but she never felt ready to tell… The post Sandra Olivarez: From ‘I’m Not a Writer’ to Arkansas Author and Publisher appeared […]
Kevin Kooman Named to White River Bancshares Board September 4, 2026
Signature Bank of Arkansas announced the addition of Kevin J. Kooman to the White River Bancshares board of directors. Kooman is a seasoned strategic advisor and former private equity partner and investment banking managing director with more than 30 years… The post Kevin Kooman Named to White River Bancshares Board appeared first on AMP.
Simmons Bank to Close 26 Branches, Including 6 in Arkansas September 4, 2026
Simmons First National Corp., parent company of Simmons Bank, which is headquartered in Pine Bluff, recently announced it will close 26 branches across a six-state footprint, including six in Arkansas. The Arkansas branches affected by the closure will include locations… The post Simmons Bank to Close 26 Branches, Including 6 in Arkansas appeared first on […]
Date Set For Goodwill’s 2026 Gala for Good September 4, 2026
Goodwill Arkansas will hold its fourth-annual Gala for Good on Saturday, Oct. 24. This year’s event, “Rooted in Purpose,” will begin at 6 p.m. at the North Little Rock Event Center. Presented by Bank OZK, Gala for Good is Goodwill… The post Date Set For Goodwill’s 2026 Gala for Good appeared first on AMP.
Arkansas Lithium Technology Accelerator Announces Fourth Cohort September 3, 2026
The fourth cohort of Arkansas Lithium Technology Accelerator will soon begin the three-week accelerator program, which will give the companies exposure to people, infrastructure and resources throughout Arkansas. ALTA is the nation’s first accelerator dedicated to lithium and battery supply-chain… The post Arkansas Lithium Technology Accelerator Announces Fourth Cohort appeared first on AMP.
Op-Ed: Everything You’ve Been Taught About Federal Income Taxes is Wrong September 3, 2026
Christopher Hughes is the founder of Freedom Law Group, PMA, and the No.1 best-selling author of Legal Non-Taxpayer: How to Never File or Pay Federal Income Taxes Ever Again. If I offered you $50,000 to produce the specific law that… The post Op-Ed: Everything You’ve Been Taught About Federal Income Taxes is Wrong appeared first […]
LREA Member Feature: Lawn Doctor September 3, 2026
Feature image: John and Tracey Tebbetts (photos by Jane Colclasure) Originally founded in New Jersey in 1966, the Lawn Doctor brand arrived in Little Rock in 1996 thanks to local franchisees Keith and Sharon Johnson. The company grew out of… The post LREA Member Feature: Lawn Doctor appeared first on AMP.