History and Hauntings in Hardy
Tucked along the banks of Spring River, Hardy, Arkansas, is a town where history still echoes through its charming streets. Founded in the late 1800s as a railroad stop along the Kansas City, Springfield, and Memphis Railway, Hardy quickly grew into a bustling hub for...
Rice Upshaw House in Randolph County will be ready for visitors in April
Step back in time and enjoy the scenic landscape of Randolph County at the Rice-Upshaw House. This remarkable piece of history stands as a window into the state’s early frontier days. Built around 1826, this beautifully preserved log structure is one of the oldest...
In 1964, the Beatles made a brief but unforgettable stop in Walnut Ridge, Arkansas
In 1964, the Beatles made a brief but unforgettable stop in Walnut Ridge, Arkansas, and the town has embraced Beatlemania ever since! Today, you can walk in their footsteps at Abbey Road, explore the Guitar Walk, and visit stunning Beatles-themed murals and monuments...
Beatles only visit to Arkansas made history in 1964
In September 1964, the Beatles made a brief but memorable stop in Walnut Ridge, Arkansas, during their U.S. tour. The band flew into the small towns airport to rest over the weekend before continuing their performances. Their arrival was largely unnoticed at first,...
Ozark Gateway 2025 Region Visitor and Relocation Magazine Now Available
This annual publication offers essential information on attractions and activities across the eight-county Ozark Gateway region,which includes Fulton, Independence, Izard, Jackson, Lawrence, Randolph, Sharp, and Stone Counties. Whether you are navigating the region,...
Bluegrass is in Mtn. View
Get Ready to Pick and Grin at the 2025 Mountain View Bluegrass Festival! If foot-stompin’ fiddle tunes, banjo breakdowns, and sweet harmonies make your heart sing, then pack your bags and head to Mountain View, Arkansas for the 2025 Mountain View Bluegrass Festival!...
Discover 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...