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Multiple Promotions, One Retirement Announced at Xpress Boats
by AMP Staff January 14, 2021
by AMP Staff January 14, 2021
Xpress Boats is shaking up its executive leadership structure with multiple promotions and one retirement. Executive vice president Jeff Bogard will be retiring from the Hot Springs-based fishing and hunting boat manufacturer. Bogard will be transitioning out of his role…
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Silver Lining: During COVID, Rory Herndon and Xpress Boats Ride Wave of Outdoor Recreation
by Mark Carter December 16, 2020
by Mark Carter December 16, 2020
The pandemic drove us outdoors, where social distance is easily accommodated and the crazy twists and turns of 2020 more easily forgotten. And while restaurants and shops that typically entail indoor interactions at close quarters have been significantly impacted, the…
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New Bill Would Increase Governor Appointments to State Plant Board January 22, 2021
A recently filed bill would realign the manner in which the members of the Arkansas State Plant Board are appointed to the agency. House Bill 1210 (HB 1210), sponsored by Rep. David Hillman (R-Almyra), would amend how individuals are appointed… The post New Bill Would Increase Governor Appointments to State Plant Board appeared first on […]
Workforce Expansion Bill Aims to Waive Initial Professional Licensing Fees for Low-Income Individuals January 22, 2021
First-term state Sen. Ben Gilmore (R-Crossett) has hit the ground running during the 2021 regular legislative session, serving as a co-sponsor on nine bills and primary sponsor on two bills. One of the bills – Senate Bill 153 – that… The post Workforce Expansion Bill Aims to Waive Initial Professional Licensing Fees for Low-Income Individuals […]
Forge Institute Partners with UA, UA Little Rock on Cybersecurity Research January 21, 2021
The Forge Institute is partnering with the University of Arkansas and the University of Arkansas at Little Rock (UA-Little Rock) on applied research for national defense projects, including cybersecurity. The partnership is aimed at boosting competition research opportunities in Arkansas,… The post Forge Institute Partners with UA, UA Little Rock on Cybersecurity Research appeared first […]
Bullard Reappointed to Lead Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis January 21, 2021
Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis president James B. Bullard and first vice president Kathleen O. Paese have been reappointed to their positions for a new five-year term. This new term will begin March 1, 2021. According to the Federal… The post Bullard Reappointed to Lead Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis appeared first on […]
SGL Carbon Expanding Arkadelphia Facility, Plans to Ramp Up Production January 21, 2021
SGL Carbon is expanding its operations in Arkadelphia to increase its carbon composites production. The company is investing $4.5 million into its Arkadelphia facility, which produces carbon and glass fiber-reinforced products. The expansion is expected to create 35 new full-time… The post SGL Carbon Expanding Arkadelphia Facility, Plans to Ramp Up Production appeared first on […]
Centennial Bank Parent Company Sets Quarterly Records for Net Income, Earnings Per Share January 21, 2021
Centennial Bank parent company Home BancShares set quarterly records at the end of 2020 for its net income and earnings per share. According to the company’s latest financial report, Home Bancshares hauled in $81.8 million in the fourth quarter of… The post Centennial Bank Parent Company Sets Quarterly Records for Net Income, Earnings Per Share […]
Southern Bancorp Inc. Acquiring Arkansas County Bank January 21, 2021
Southern Bancorp Inc. is set to acquire DeWitt First Bankshares Corporation and its wholly-owned subsidiary Arkansas County Bank as part of a merger agreement. Founded in 1912, Arkansas County Bank services Arkansas, Prairie, Lonoke, Sevier, Little River, and Howard counties,… The post Southern Bancorp Inc. Acquiring Arkansas County Bank appeared first on AMP.
Hospitalizations and Active Cases Decline in Arkansas but Case Count Continues to Rise January 20, 2021
Hospitalizations and active cases decreased in Arkansas on Wednesday, although overall case numbers continue to rise across the state. The Arkansas Department of Heath reported a substantial drop in the number of COVID-19 hospitalizations, with a decrease of 86 from… The post Hospitalizations and Active Cases Decline in Arkansas but Case Count Continues to Rise […]
ACDI Continues Push into Latin America, Moves into Brazil Market January 20, 2021
Access Control Devices Inc. (ACDI) is continuing its push into the Latin American market, moving into Brazil. The Benton-based company, which provides software and hardware solutions for the office equipment supply sector, has named a new lead solutions architect who… The post ACDI Continues Push into Latin America, Moves into Brazil Market appeared first on […]
Razorbacks’ 2021 Baseball Schedule Includes First-Ever Red Wolves Match-Up January 20, 2021
On Feb. 19, the Razorbacks will kick off their regular baseball season in Arlington, Texas. During the 2021 regular season, the Razorback baseball team will be playing 54 games with 33 scheduled for Baum-Walker Stadium. The home opener at Baum-Walker… The post Razorbacks’ 2021 Baseball Schedule Includes First-Ever Red Wolves Match-Up appeared first on AMP.