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Delegations from Fort Smith and the Polish town of Lask formalized a Friendship Pact during a recent ceremony in Lask, Poland, an event coinciding with the arrival of the U.S.…
Arkansas municipal leaders are rallying support for Issue 3, a proposed constitutional amendment on the November 3 ballot that would allow cities to create economic development districts. The amendment aims…
Anvils ring out on steel inside a fabrication shop in Bentonville, defining the rhythm of local manufacturing but facing a structural challenge in growth. Owners of Urban Forge have set…
U.S. Steel’s merger with Nippon Steel has unlocked a $1.9 billion investment for Osceola, a move that is reshaping one of America’s most productive industrial counties. The funding comes as…
The U.S. Department of Labor is stepping up pressure on states, including Arkansas, to crack down on unemployment insurance fraud or risk losing federal funding. The federal government is warning…
Arkansas faces persistent challenges with maternal and infant health outcomes that have significant implications for families and the local economy. Addressing these challenges demands targeted investment in support systems for…
The Creative Arkansas Community Hub & Exchange (CACHE) has launched a new initiative called Take Action, aimed at investing $130,000 in Northwest Arkansas artists and arts organizations. The program's objective…
Northwest Arkansas municipalities are redefining their approach to public infrastructure, treating parks, downtown districts, and recreational hubs as critical drivers of economic development rather than simply amenities for daily use.…
Alex Chaffin has been named president of First Security Bank’s Fayetteville market, taking the lead on growth, strategy, and overall performance for the bank in the Fayetteville area. Chaffin joined…
The 34th annual Congress for the New Urbanism (CNU) convened in Northwest Arkansas from May 12 to 16, gathering approximately 1,400 architects, planners, developers, and public officials to focus on…