Local Business
05/01/2026 · Washington County
Ozark Tourism Surge Fuels Eureka Springs Hotel Boom
Eureka Springs hotels shattered revenue records years ago, drawing out-of-state crowds to the Victorian jewel of Arkansas' Ozarks. Now, with surging statewide tourism and fresh developments, the area braces for even more visitors and construction. Local leaders eye sustained growth amid historic highs.
Springdale's Tyson Foods Posts Record Profits on Chicken Boom
Tyson Foods, the Springdale-based meat processing giant, reported soaring first-quarter earnings that crushed Wall Street expectations, driven by surging demand for chicken products. The company's poultry segment nearly doubled operating income as it continues expanding operations across Arkansas, including investments in its Pine Bluff facility.
05/01/2026
Walmart Pumps $200M into Bentonville Distribution Expansion
Walmart is investing $200 million to expand its Bentonville distribution facility, adding 300 jobs in logistics and technology to fuel Northwest Arkansas' growth. The project bolsters the retail giant's supply chain hub in its hometown, promising economic ripples across Benton County. As construction ramps up, local leaders hail it as a win for Arkansas workers.
05/01/2026