Thinking about going fishing in Arkansas? Arkansas is a beautiful part of the world. To add to that, there are a large number of fishing opportunities within the state. Trout aren’t native to Arkansas, but since their release in 1960, the population has exploded. In this article, we teamed up with the people at Fly…
Summer at Crystal Bridges: Art, Nature, Color & More This summer, Crystal Bridges invites you to explore indoor and outdoor exhibitions, art, sculpture, concerts, and more that will engage all your senses and inspire you to explore the natural world. Discover two special exhibitions Nature’s Nation: American Art and Environment: Similar to the mission of…
Watching massive balloons lift off into the air and soar above packed crowds is a visceral experience. Every year, hot air balloonists converge on Harrison to attend the annual Arkansas Hot Air Balloon State Championship. Founded in 1995, the Arkansas Hot Air Balloon State Championship has been delighting audiences of all ages for more than…
by Jeanne Rollberg With the 75th anniversary of D-Day celebrations in Europe behind us and Father’s Day this month, we’re reminded more than ever about the wonderful men in our families. Their military and other sacrifices throughout Arkansas and American history helped build a better world. How much do we actually know – to share…
Stargazing can be an incredibly humbling experience. Simply looking at the sky on any given night allows one to not only marvel at the vastness and splendor of our Universe, but also to peer back at the history of it. Because it takes time for the light from an object to reach our eyes here…
Bentonville Square, with its pretty plot of green flanked by a courthouse, bank, and five-and-dime store, seems to shine brightest in the sunshine. Taking full advantage of the natural beauty of the Ozarks, now is the perfect time to explore Bentonville. Whether for a weekend getaway or a quick day trip, Bentonville has something for…
Arkansas’ premier science center! The Museum of Discovery in Little Rock’s River Market district is a can’t miss attraction. The museum has several captivating exhibits that will enthrall the child in us all. Learn about how the body functions in the Amazing You gallery. Experience what it’s like to live through a tornado as Tornado…
by Joel Baker One of the things that my family and I try to do is visit the different Arkansas State Parks and wildlife management areas around this great state. It is a unique feature for Arkansas to have so many different places to visit in the Natural State. Last month, we packed up the…
by Joe David Rice Richard M. Nixon…. Orval E. Faubus…. William O. Douglas…. Three prominent players in 20th century American politics. All vilified on one occasion or another (or sometimes regularly), but vilified nevertheless by vastly different groups for vastly different rationales, mind you. One is a disgraced Republican president. Another a defiant Democratic governor…
By Caleb Talley Exploring the lesser-known gems of east Arkansas – there’s much more than meets the eye Part 1 of 2 – The Upper Delta It’s been said inside the halls of the state capitol and the boardrooms of Fortune 500 companies: If we could just lose the Delta, Arkansas would be among the fastest-growing, most…
