Dr. Michael Pakko

Arkansas Should See Big Tourism Boon from Total Solar Eclipse Weekend

While millions of Americans are excitedly looking forward to the total solar eclipse on April 8, Arkansans have another reason to celebrate. The rare celestial event is expected to bring in a large number of visitors and serve as a major boon to the state’s economy. Continue reading “Arkansas Should See Big Tourism Boon from Total Solar Eclipse Weekend”

UA Little Rock economists to discuss state, local economic forecast

The Arkansas Economic Development Institute, based at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, and the Little Rock Branch of the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis will host the Little Rock Regional Economic Briefing Thursday, Nov. 12.

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