The Economic Development Administration (EDA) has awarded a $156,250 Project Grant to the Western Arkansas Intermodal Authority under the Economic Adjustment Assistance (CFDA 11.307) program. The funding will support the Authority in conducting an environmental review, permitting, engineering study, and preliminary design for expanding a port and multimodal facility in Van Buren, Arkansas. This project aims to help mitigate the effects of recent natural disasters in Crawford County, promote the export industry, increase the port's competitiveness, and strengthen the regional economy. The grant award date is September 25, 2023.