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New Course for Federal and Federally Assisted Construction Contractors Available
The Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs has released a new course in the Contractor Compliance Institute for federal and federall
Oct 14, 20211 min read
September 2021 is National Preparedness Month
September 2021 is National Preparedness Month. Disasters can take many forms and the financial cost of rebuilding after a disaster
Sep 7, 20212 min read
Funding Opportunities for the Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities and Flood Mitigation
Today, FEMA will post funding notices for two hazard mitigation grant programs for $1.16 billion.
Aug 10, 20212 min read
$3 Billion Available in EDA American Rescue Plan Funding
Today, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina M. Raimondo announced six programs, collectively called Investing in America’s Communities, that the
Jul 23, 20212 min read
CAPDD, A-State Delta Center, and AEDI to Hold COVID Recovery and Resiliency Workshop in North Little
The Central Arkansas Planning and Development District, Arkansas State University Delta Center for Economic Development, and Arkansas Econom
Jul 20, 20213 min read
AEDC Division of Rural Services distributes almost $357,000 in community grants.
The Arkansas Economic Development Commission (AEDC) Division of Rural Services has awarded community grants totaling $356,802.26 to 36 count
Jul 7, 20212 min read
Arkansas Humanities Council offers American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 Grant
The Arkansas Humanities Council is now accepting applications for the ARP Act Grant. This recovery funding is available to support at-risk
Jun 29, 20211 min read
Federal payments totaling $8 billion will be paid to airports across the country, including Arkansas
According to the Airports Council International-North America, there are roughly 500 commercial airports in the United States
Jun 25, 20211 min read
Arkansas Poultry Growers and Other Farms Have Been Promised Pandemic Help
The United States Department of Agriculture announced that it will pay nearly $6 billion in additional aid to farmers, ranchers, and others
Jun 24, 20212 min read
Delta Regional Authority Launches Delta Broadband Mapping Project in Arkansas
The Delta Regional Authority (DRA) announced today the launch of the Delta Broadband Mapping Project, an initiative aimed at strengthening
Apr 19, 20213 min read
SBA Raises Pandemic EIDL Loan Limit to $500,000
If you are a small business owner or a qualified agricultural businesses in the U.S. states and territories, you may be eligible to apply...
Mar 31, 20211 min read
Website Provides Employers With Resources for COVID-19 Vaccinations
A partnership involving Arkansas Blue Cross & Blue Shield has launched VaccinateArkansas.com, a site for employers to get information....
Mar 30, 20212 min read
Faulkner County Hazard Mitigation Plan Approved by FEMA
The Central Arkansas Planning and Development District would like to thank all of our Cities and County government agencies, public...
Mar 29, 20211 min read
Simplifying Applications for Covid-aid Loans Draws More Businesses
"The Central Arkansas Planning and Development District in Lonoke learned to simplify the application process to attract small businesses.."
Feb 10, 20212 min read
Pulaski County Hazard Mitigation Plan Approved by FEMA
The Central Arkansas Planning and Development District would like to thank all of our Cities and County government agencies, public...
Jan 22, 20211 min read
IRS Begin Delivering the Second Round of Economic Impact Payments to Millions to Americans
Eligible individuals will receive an Economic Impact Payment of up to $600 for individuals or $1200 for married couples...
Dec 30, 20202 min read
UA – Pulaski Tech Receives $2.5 million Federal EDA Grant for STEM Park
$2.5 million grant to the University of Arkansas – Pulaski Technical College (UA-PTC) to the launch the first phase of its STEM Park Project
Oct 23, 20202 min read
SBA and Treasury Announce Simpler PPP Forgiveness for Loans of $50,000 or Less
The U.S. Small Business Admin released a simpler loan forgiveness application for Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans of $50,000 or less
Oct 9, 20202 min read
Hazen to receive $1.9 million grant for fixed wireless system
Hazen to receive $1.9 million grant for fixed wireless system.
Aug 27, 20201 min read
AEDC awards 23 community grants totaling more than $7 million
England, Arkansas received $200,000 Community Development Block Grant from AEDC for wastewater rehab.
Aug 20, 20201 min read
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