by Nancy Blum-Heintz | Mar 20, 2025 | News
As cities across the country seek innovative ways to attract new residents, Texarkana has emerged as a standout example of how community engagement, strategic marketing, and a strong focus on education can drive meaningful growth. Recognized for its efforts, Texarkana...
by Nancy Blum-Heintz | Oct 28, 2024 | News
Texarkana, AR — AR-TX REDI is proud to announce that the REDI Arkansas Manufacturing Center in Texarkana, Arkansas, has earned a prestigious Silver designation in the first round of REDI Sites, the nation’s inaugural site readiness program. This recognition...
by Nancy Blum-Heintz | Sep 20, 2024 | News
Texarkana, AR – AR-TX REDI (Arkansas Texas Regional Economic Development, Inc.) is proud to announce that Amazon has chosen Texarkana, Arkansas, as the site for its newest last-mile distribution center. The project, which will create up to 100 new jobs, represents a...
by Rob Sitterley | Feb 4, 2023 | News
Disruption and Opportunity in the US Automotive Industry (Industry Spotlight) The US car industry is in the midst of a transition as more and more automakers invest in electric vehicles. This shift presents a number of challenges for car manufacturers, who must...
by Rob Sitterley | Sep 16, 2022 | News
To attract and keep the kind of highly educated and flexible workforce modern manufacturers are looking for, the areas in which they live and work need to be vibrant, safe, and well-connected. This move away from long commutes to small-town communities has had a...
by Rob Sitterley | Aug 15, 2022 | News
Texarkana is ideally situated for any manufacturer’s supply chain requirements, with the additional benefit of a talented workforce. When selecting a new site, the major draws for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) are typically costs relating to labour, or taxes...
