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Davidsonville Historic State Park to host Needlepoint Workshop
(POCAHONTAS, Ark.) – Davidsonville Historic State Park will host a Needlepoint Workshop on Saturday June 6 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Join a park interpreter to learn the historic basics of the craft of bargello-style needlepoint. Participants will leave with a needlepoint pocketbook. Participation is limited to ages 12…
Spend the Day at Powhatan State Park
Step into Arkansas history at Powhatan Historic State Park, where the past still feels remarkably close. Located along the Black River in northeast Arkansas, Powhatan was once one of the most important river towns in the region during the 1800s. Steamboats regularly traveled the river carrying cotton, timber, and supplies,…
From Live Music to Special Events, Crystal Palace Has It All
A new entertainment destination is bringing fresh energy to the Ozark Gateway Region, offering locals and visitors alike a place to gather for live music, dancing, and your most cherished events. Every Friday and Saturday night, this brand-new venue comes alive with performances from outstanding local and regional bands traveling…
History with a View: Exploring Jacksonport Visitor Center
If walls could talk, the Jacksonport Visitor Center would have a LOT to say—and luckily, it kind of does. The Jacksonport State Park Visitors Center, located where the White and Black Rivers meet, this spot is more than just a place to stop—it’s where history and scenery collide in the…
A New Season Beneath the Ozarks: Blanchard Springs 2026
Blanchard Springs Caverns officially reopened for the 2026 season on May 1 under a new partnership between Arkansas State Parks and the U.S. Forest Service, welcoming visitors back to one of the Ozarks’ most iconic underground destinations. The caverns will be open through the end of October 2026, operating Thursday…
Crown Lake Resort Has Something For Everyone
If your dream getaway includes sparkling lake views, cozy cabins, live music, and a splash of adventure, then it’s time to head to Crown Lake Resort and Spa—one of north Arkansas’s most fun and relaxing destinations. Set along the beautiful Crown Lake, a 640-acre lake known for its clear water…
Ozark Classic Craft Mall in Hardy Has It All!
If your idea of vacation fun includes hidden treasures, handmade finds, and charming small towns with personality, then pack the car and point it toward Hardy, Arkansas. Right in the heart of historic downtown Hardy, Ozark Classic Crafts Mall is where shopping turns into an adventure and “just browsing” usually…
Small Town Roots to Big Time Actress: Mary Steenburgen
Before she became an Academy Award-winning actress and beloved Hollywood figure, Mary Steenburgen was born and raised in Newport—a scenic river town along the White River known for its historic downtown, railroad heritage, and classic small-town Arkansas charm. Today, Newport remains a welcoming stop for travelers looking to experience authentic…
Lyon College to Host Book Launch for Dr. Stephanie Saunders’ ‘Covered Buttons’
BATESVILLE, Arkansas – Lyon College will host a book launch for “Covered Buttons,” the debut novel by Dr. Stephanie Saunders, associate professor of Spanish and director of the Lyon College Honors Fellows Program, at 4 p.m. Thursday, April 30, in the Bevens Music Room of the Brown Fine Arts Building on the…
Izard County Pioneer Days: A Weekend of Heritage, Community and Ozark Tradition
Each spring, the town of Melbourne comes alive for one of its most cherished traditions—the 73rd Annual Izard County Pioneer Day, happening May 2–3, 2025 at the Izard County Fairgrounds and throughout downtown Melbourne. This long-standing celebration, first held in 1952 by the Izard County Extension Homemakers, was created to…