Arkansas Money & Politics

12/18/2025

Missio Capital and Newell Development are partnering to develop MidCity Commons, a planned 185-unit multifamily community located immediately south of Walmart’s global headquarters campus in Bentonville.

Missio Capital and Newell Development are partnering to develop MidCity Commons, a planned 185-unit multifamily community located

12/17/2025

“Google’s $4 billion investment in its new facility, its $25 million energy impact fund and its investment in the future of our students demonstrates what lasting community impacts a project of this magnitude can have,” Laura Landreaux said. “Entergy Arkansas is committed to powering growth and building a stronger, more vibrant future for the next generation and has found a partner in Google, who shares this same vision.”

In October, Google announced plans to build a $4 billion data center in West Memphis. The internet giant will do so in partnership

12/17/2025

As state leaders move toward designating Blanchard Springs Caverns as Arkansas’ 53rd state park, a quieter but equally significant chapter of the caverns’ history rests in a climate-controlled room inside Lyon College’s Mabee-Simpson Library in Batesville. READ MORE>>>

As state leaders move toward designating Blanchard Springs Caverns as Arkansas’ 53rd state park, a quieter but equally significant chapter of

12/17/2025

NEW ISSUE! Our latest issue of Arkansas Money & Politics is out. Flip through our digital issue here: https://armoneyandpolitics.com/digital-issue/

ON THE COVER: Entergy Arkansas president and CEO Laura Landreaux was photographed by photographer Steve Lewis.

READ THE COVER STORY: https://armoneyandpolitics.com/entergy-arkansas-laura-landreaux/

LETTER FROM OUR PUBLISHER, Heather Baker:
The only bad thing about the Christmas season is that it has to end. I suppose its appearance once a year helps us appreciate it more though. If only we could carry the Christmas spirit with us throughout the entire calendar year.

We are not done with Christmas just yet, however, and this December issue of Arkansas Money & Politics is like a stocking filled to the brim with goodies.

Our industry focuses this month are. manufacturing, energy and long-term care, and we will also recognize our “Power Women” for 2025.

Inside, our award-winning staff looks at future trends in manufacturing, how factories are evolving to become more innovative, the supply chain postpandemic and even how a local focus on the Sparta Aquifer in south Arkansas has helped Union County keep and attract industry.

On the energy side, we profile Entergy Arkansas boss Laura Landreaux, take a look at the burgeoning lithium industry in Arkansas and explore how one company is tackling the problem of where to park big rigs.

We will also check out trends in home-based care for seniors and the rise of recuperative services in senior care.

Plus, our “Digs of the Deal” feature will visit the Lum and Abner Jot ‘Em Down Store and Museum in Pine Ridge, and we will take a quick look at the new Head Hog on the Hill.

There is lots to digest and enjoy. The only things missing from this stocking are candy canes and Reese’s. As always, thank you for reading and helping make AMP a go-to for positive stories about the people who make Arkansas run. Here is wishing everyone a Merry Christmas.

12/17/2025

Embra, a Little Rock-based technology company, is looking to give law students a map to their journey through school and into successful and fulfilling careers, while also prioritizing their mental health.

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Embra, a Little Rock-based technology company, is looking to give law students a map to their journey through school and into successful

12/16/2025

The City of Little Rock, AR has purchased a downtown building that it intends to refurbish and use as the new home for the Little Rock District Courts.

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Little Rock has purchased a downtown building that it intends to refurbish and use as the new home for the Little Rock District Courts.

12/16/2025

A Little Rock native has made history at the University of Central Arkansas, becoming the first graduate of the UCA Aviation Academy.

12/15/2025

Lexicon Inc. has announced the addition of James “Jamie” Williams as its new manager of training and development, bringing decades of leadership and instructional expertise to the Arkansas-based company.

Lexicon has announced the addition of James “Jamie” Williams as its new manager of training and development, bringing decades of leadership

12/15/2025

The Harding Bisons will play for the Searcy school’s second NCAA Division II football national championship in three years on Saturday in McKinney, Texas.

The Harding Bisons will play for the Searcy school's second NCAA Division II football national championship in three years on Saturday

12/15/2025

St. Bernards Healthcare has reached a new medical milestone with the successful implantation of Arkansas’ first tibial nerve device designed to help patients manage bladder control symptoms.

St. Bernards Healthcare has reached a new medical milestone with the successful implantation of Arkansas’ first tibial nerve device designed