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The Arkansas Timber and Forest Products Industry Report

 February 14, 2022

The timber and forest products industry in Arkansas has strong roots, and the industry is only growing.

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Steel Industry Heats Up in Arkansas

 February 10, 2022

With its central location, robust infrastructure and strong workforce, Arkansas is well-positioned to support a growing steel industry.

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Arkansas Ranked #1 State for Inbound Movers in 2021

 January 28, 2022

Arkansas was the #1 state moved into, by ratio, during 2021, according to the latest HireAHelper U.S. Migration Report.

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Center for Advanced Surface Engineering EPSCoR Project Boosts Arkansas Economy

 January 20, 2022

The AEDC EPSCoR Division closed out the Center for Advanced Surface Engineering project, a research project focused on new designs and applications of...

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Arkansas Films Make List of Top Movies to Watch in 2022

 January 19, 2022

Several Arkansas-shot films that are coming out in 2022 are already attracting attention.

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Arkansas Aims to Grow Firearms and Ammunition Industry

 January 14, 2022

The Arkansas Economic Development Commission is committed to helping firearms and ammunition companies grow and expand in Arkansas.

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Arkansas Businesses Drive Momentum in 2021

 January 04, 2022

As we close the book on 2021, Arkansas accomplished a great deal in the past year, locking in key economic development wins across the state that will...

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AEDC on the Air: Arkansas Inc. Podcast in 2021

 December 29, 2021

The Arkansas Inc. Podcast has hosted experts in community development, the timber industry, international business, entrepreneurship, healthcare, and ...

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Arkansas Inc. Podcast: 2021 in Review

 December 21, 2021

In this episode of the Arkansas Inc. Podcast, AEDC Deputy Director Clint O'Neal talks with AEDC Business Development Director Bentley Story and AEDC S...

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Full Steam Ahead in Arkansas

 December 16, 2021

Manufacturers are thriving in Arkansas due to the state’s central location, abundant resources, and the talented workforce.

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The Largest Tax Cut in Arkansas History

 December 15, 2021

Arkansas has passed the largest income tax cut in the state’s history.

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Fintech Cohort Announced for Fourth Annual ICBA ThinkTECH Accelerator in Little Rock, Arkansas

 December 01, 2021

Eleven fintech companies have been selected to participate in the fourth annual ICBA ThinkTECH Accelerator program.

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UAMS a Healthy Competitor in the Race to Recruit Talent to The Natural State

 November 30, 2021

Each month, the Arkansas Inc. Podcast invites state and national leaders to discuss the most pressing economic development topics.

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Arkansas Inc. Podcast: UAMS Chancellor Dr. Cam Patterson

 November 18, 2021

In this episode of the Arkansas Inc. Podcast, AEDC Deputy Director Clint O'Neal talks with UAMS Chancellor Dr. Cam Patterson about economic developmen...

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EPSCoR Division Awards $792K in Research Seed Grants to Arkansas Universities

 November 12, 2021

AEDC's EPSCoR Division has awarded approximately $792,000 to researchers at seven Arkansas universities.

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Welcome Home to Arkansas

 November 03, 2021

Arkansas is a ‘Land of Opportunity’ with plenty of natural beauty, outdoor recreation, and a robust business climate.

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Celebrating Global Entrepreneurship Week in Arkansas

 November 01, 2021

During Global Entrepreneurship Week, Arkansas will be celebrating entrepreneurs with a range of events, trainings, and networking opportunities.

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Arkansas Inc. Podcast: Gov. Asa Hutchinson

 October 18, 2021

In the latest episode of the Arkansas Inc. Podcast, Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson talks with Secretary of Commerce Mike Preston about economic deve...

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Aerospace and Aviation Soar in Arkansas

 October 11, 2021

The aerospace and aviation industry plays a major role in Arkansas’ economy. Across Arkansas, aerospace manufacturers produce aircraft and related pro...

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Arkansas Leads the Way in Fintech

 October 05, 2021

In recent years, Arkansas has become increasingly prominent in the fintech space, attracting some of the top talent in the field to our state.

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