Arkansas’ unemployment rate declined in June while the state’s workforce and employment levels reached new record highs, according to the latest monthly employment report released Tuesday by the Arkansas Department of Commerce in conjunction with…
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Oobotic Investing $6.5 Million in Melbourne, Arkansas Facility, Creating Up to 70 Jobs
Advanced manufacturing company Oobotic has announced plans to invest approximately $6.5 million in its first production facility in Melbourne, Arkansas, creating up to 70 new jobs during the next 4 years. The approximately 97,000-square-foot facility,…
Arkansas Unemployment Rate Falls To 4.2% As State Employment Reaches Record High In May 2026
Arkansas’ unemployment rate declined in May 2026 as the state’s workforce and employment levels reached new record highs, according to data released by the Arkansas Department of Commerce and the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The…
XPO Unveils America’s 250th Anniversary Trailer Fleet Built in Searcy Arkansas
XPO has unveiled a new fleet of patriotic trailers honoring America’s upcoming 250th anniversary, with the trailers proudly built at the company’s manufacturing facility in Searcy. The specially designed trailers feature American flag-inspired graphics and…
Aromatique Announces Major Partnership Bringing 100 Jobs to Heber Springs Arkansas
Aromatique has announced a long-term partnership with Fleming International, LTD. that is expected to significantly expand manufacturing operations in Heber Springs and create approximately 100 new jobs. The announcement was made during a ribbon cutting…
Karyn Adams Named USACE Little Rock District Engineering Chief in Arkansas
Karyn Adams has been named chief of the Engineering and Construction Division for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Little Rock District, bringing more than 25 years of experience to the leadership role. Adams replaces…
One Organization Quietly Brought $3 Billion Of Influence To Arkansas This Year
The numbers are staggering. The University of Arkansas (U of A) has significantly boosted Arkansas’ economy, with new estimates showing the impact reaching $3 billion this year. Just one organization is hugely improving the Arkansas…
Top Arkansas To Fire 1,300 People After Making Decision To Shut Its Doors
One of the top manufacturers in Arkansas is closing its doors. Arkansas automotive parts manufacturer Hino Motors is closing its doors according to a newly released press release, affecting more than 1,000 workers. Hino Motors…
