Ozark Gateway
ARKANSAS’ OZARK GATEWAY REGION
A region defined by its natural beauty, enriched by the creactivity and generosity of its residents, and enjoyed by thousands of visitors each year. Our region covers eight unique counties, Fulton, Independence, Izard, Jackson, Lawrence, Randolph, Sharp and Stone, each with its own history, heritage, events, and attractions.

LOCAL NEWS
VIEW ALLDiscover Horseshoe Bend
Nestled in the heart of the Ozarks, Horseshoe Bend, Arkansas is a hidden gem that promises visitors a perfect blend of relaxation, adventure, and natural beauty. At the center of this inviting region is Crown Lake Resort—a lakeside haven that offers picturesque views,...
64 Years of Love
While Joseph Brown found himself on a bus leaving Missouri and heading toward Southern Arizona, Carol Smith was still in high school. Little did they both know that when the two would cross paths at a missionary school fate would immediately take hold on them...
James L. ‘Skip’ Rutherford III Donates Black History Books to Lyon College Library, Bringing Collection’s Total to 54
BATESVILLE, Arkansas — In recognition of Black History Month in February, Batesville native James L. “Skip” Rutherford III, dean emeritus of the University of Arkansas Clinton School of Public Service and member of the Lyon College Board of Trustees, has generously...
