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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


City of Lonoke Receives $2 Million Grant to Increase its Broadband Capabilities.
City of Lonoke will be receiving $2 Million to Increase its Broadband Capabilities.
Aug 4, 20202 min read


CAPDD WELCOMES REGIONAL ECONOMIC RECOVERY COORDINATOR
Central Arkansas Planning and Development District (CAPDD) is proud to announce and welcome Trevor Villines as the new...
Jul 23, 20202 min read


U.S Economic Development Administration Fraud Alert
The U.S. Economic Development Administration is aware of recent incidents of fraudulent emails, letters, or other communications..
Jul 23, 20201 min read


Little Rock Port Authority announces $11 million in upgrades
The Little Rock Port Authority announced Monday (July 6) $11 million in investments to support transportation infrastructure improvements.
Jul 7, 20202 min read


SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loans and Advance Program Reopened to All Eligible Small Businesses
SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loans and Advance Program Reopened to All Eligible Small Businesses and Non-Profits Impacted by COVID-19.
Jun 16, 20202 min read


Agri Businesses Now Eligible for Small Business Administration Disaster Loans
Agricultural businesses are now eligible for SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) and EIDL Advance programs.
May 5, 20201 min read


Delta Regional Authority makes $29 million available for rural Workforce Needs
Approximately $29.2 million in a second round of grant funding for the Workforce Opportunity for Rural Communities (WORC) Ini
May 5, 20202 min read


Self-Employed, Contractors Can Apply Now for Unemployment Benefits
Self-employed workers and independent contractors can apply online for the PUA benefits from 6 a.m.-6 p.m. seven days a week.
May 5, 20201 min read
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