Highland
Highland, AR · Business
arkansasedc.com
U. S. Steel Breaks Ground on $1.9 Billion DRI Facility in Osceola, Arkansas
OSCEOLA, Ark. (October 30, 2026) – U. S. Steel broke ground on a state-of-the-art direct reduced iron production facility on its Big River Steel Works campus in Osceola, Arkansas on Friday. This first-of-its-kind plant represents a $1.9 billion investment for U. S. Steel which will create approximately 200 new full-time jobs.
neareport.com
A-State Plans $2.6 Million Expansion of Animal Health Research Facilities
JONESBORO, Ark. — Arkansas State University is undertaking a $2.6 million project to expand animal health and agricultural research facilities, including $1.3 million from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture, according to a university announcement. The project began in September and is expected...
talkbusiness.net
jonesbororightnow.com
A-State Meat Lab Dedicated After Receiving $750K Grant to Fund New Equipment, Upgrades
Jonesboro, AR – Jonesboro Right Now – Officials gathered Wednesday morning to dedicate Arkansas State University’s meat lab after it received a $750,000 grant to fund new equipment. The grant, from the Arkansas Office of Skills Development, funded new equipment, a new roof installation, and updated refrigeration...
paragould.org
Walmart Cuts a Ribbon After Months of Remodel
Walmart celebrated its grand reopening following months of remodeling and improvements designed to enhance the shopping experience for the community. The updated store features several new offerings, including Dunkin’ Donuts, fresh sushi, tortillas made in-store, and more. These additions bring even more convenience and variety to local shoppers. Chamber...
thewynneprogress.com
Wynne Water Utilities to receive $745,000 in additional FEMA funds
WYNNE — Wynne Water Utilities will receive nearly three quarters of a million dollars from FEMA for management costs related to reimbursement from the March 31, 2023, tornado. Blake Marotti, Wynne Water Utilities general manager, told board members Tuesday that FEMA has finally obligated the funds promised to the...
The Commercial Appeal
Major Downtown Memphis law firm to relocate to former Houston's site
Major Downtown Memphis law firm Bass, Berry & Sims is leaving Peabody Place for a rising development in East Memphis. The firm, one of the only major law firms with a Downtown presence, is set to anchor the planned mixed-use development at 5000 Poplar Ave., the former Houston's restaurant site . The firm will occupy 39,258 square feet of office space, leaving 6,000 square feet remaining for other types of tenants. The budding East Memphis development is headed by local developers Brown Gill and Darrell Horn. Gill, vice president of development at Gill Properties , said he's "excited" to welcome Bass, Berry & Sims as the anchor office tenant at 5000 Poplar. “The firm has deep roots in Memphis and has played a part in many of the projects that have helped shape our city,” Gill said. "Their commitment to 5000 Poplar says a great deal about the strength of this location and our vision for a place where people can work, meet clients for lunch, enjoy dinner with friends and find more of what they need within a short walk. "We want the offices, restaurants and retail to complement one another and create a place people enjoy spending time
BaytoBayNews.com
Mohr Air Conditioning & Plumbing Expands Plumbing Services Across Northeast and Central Arkansas
Longtime Arkansas HVAC company brings trusted plumbing services to Jonesboro, Searcy, Wynne, Cabot, Beebe, Marion and West MemphisJONESBORO, AR / ACCESS Newswire / October 27, 2026 / Mohr Air
KGET
Monett family loses farm equipment, hay bales, more in fire
Kait 8
Acme Brick to close Jonesboro plant, affecting 27 workers
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - Acme Brick will close its Jonesboro plant on Dec. 31, 2026, affecting 27 associates. Gary Grant, Acme Brick director of human resources, confirmed the plant closure. The sales office and distribution yard will remain open to the public and local contractors despite the closure. Grant said...
armoneyandpolitics.com
Felicia Johnson to Lead Dealer Funding Team at First Community Bank
Felicia Johnson has been promoted to dealer direct funding manager at Batesville’s First Community Bank. In her new role, Johnson will oversee the bank’s consumer funding team, support daily operations and work with dealers across 48 states to provide financing for recreational loans. “I am honored to step...
fox13memphis.com
fox13memphis.com
FedEx names new Executive VP, CFO
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - FedEx named a new Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Monday. The company said that Jamere Jackson would assume the CFO position on November 30, replacing Claude Russ, who has been interim CFO since June. Jackson was previously CFO for another Memphis-based company, AutoZone. He was...
whiterivernow.com
UACCB Harvest at the Farm event attracts over 1,000; return planned for 2027
BATESVILLE, Ark. — Crisp autumn air, the rumble of antique tractors, and the smell of fresh pumpkin vines welcomed more than 1,000 area residents to the University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville on Saturday, Oct. 17, for the inaugural Harvest at the Farm celebration. Held at the college’s...
actionnews5.com
Pushback after MLGW rate hike announcement
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - There is more pushback against a potential rise in your MLGW bills. It’s a sticker shock to many. MLGW CEO Doug McGowen presented a proposal earlier this week. He said the utility is looking into a water and gas rate hike over the next three...