AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoDefense Industry: Acting Army Secretary Adam Telle visited Pine Bluff Arsenal, Walmart’s headquarters and the University of Arkansas to build partnerships and strengthen the military’s industrial base. Air Travel: Northwest Arkansas National Airport announced daily nonstop flights to Austin, while Delta plans Bentonville service in 2027. Major Projects: U.S. Steel broke ground on its $1.9 billion Osceola plant, which is expected to create 200 full-time jobs. Canfor also announced a $96 million investment to expand logistics and capacity in El Dorado. Business and Jobs: Northwest and central Arkansas led statewide job gains in September, even as West Fraser plans to idle its Leola mill amid a housing slump. Energy and Data Centers: Entergy asked regulators to approve two battery storage systems for the West Memphis Google data-center expansion; data-center developer AVAIO is suing Pulaski County over local regulations. Small Business: PeopleFund expanded into Texarkana, offering small-business loans and grants.
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