A driver escaped injury following a vehicle-related incident handled by the Bismarck Fire Protection Association at the beginning of the Labor Day holiday weekend. Bismarck fire officials expressed relief that the driver was not injured…
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Tennessee Man Finds Stunning 2.29-Carat Yellow Diamond At Arkansas’ Crater Of Diamonds State Park
A family trip to Arkansas turned into an unforgettable experience after a Tennessee man discovered a stunning 2.29-carat yellow diamond at Crater of Diamonds State Park. Barry G. Smith, of Germantown, Tennessee, visited the Murfreesboro…
Arkansas Sets Tourism Record with 54.3 Million Visitors and $10.2 Billion in Spending in 2025
Arkansas welcomed 54.3 million visitors in 2025, setting a new all-time tourism record and generating $10.2 billion in visitor spending, according to the state’s 2025 Economic Impact Report released Thursday by Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders.…
Mother Finds 3.09-Carat Diamond at Crater of Diamonds State Park in Arkansas During Time of Grief
A heartbreaking season of loss turned into a moment of hope for Pennsylvania native Keshia Smith after she uncovered a stunning 3.09-carat white diamond at Crater of Diamonds State Park. Smith, who recently lost both…
Lake Wilhelmina Reopens Following Major Renovation Project in Arkansas
The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission will officially celebrate the reopening of Lake Wilhelmina with a ribbon-cutting and rededication ceremony on May 15, 2026, at 10:30 AM at the lake’s newly constructed fishing pier. The…
Governor Sanders, First Gentleman Address Sold-Out 2026 Arkansas Governor’s Conference on Tourism
The 2026 Arkansas Governor’s Conference on Tourism and Outdoor Recreation kicked off Sunday evening in Little Rock, drawing a sold-out crowd of tourism professionals, outdoor recreation leaders, and economic development partners from across the state.…
6.03-Carat American Dream Diamond Found During Livestream Search at Arkansas State Park
A livestreamed gem search has led to a historic discovery at Crater of Diamonds State Park, where two longtime visitors uncovered a rare 6.03-carat yellow diamond now known as the American Dream Diamond. Jack Pearadin,…
Ozark Folk Center State Park to Host Informational Meeting on Programs and Volunteer Opportunities Feb. 17
Ozark Folk Center State Park will host a free informational meeting on Tuesday, February 17, for individuals interested in becoming involved in the park’s programs and operations that preserve Ozark traditions as a living culture.…
Ozark Folk Center Announces Spring Craft, Homesteading and Gardening Classes
Crafters, gardeners, homesteaders, and herbal enthusiasts are invited to learn hands-on skills rooted in Ozark traditions during Spring Ozark Folk School this March at Ozark Folk Center State Park. The seasonal program features immersive, instructor-led…
Ozark Folk Center Announces Spring Craft, Homesteading and Gardening Classes for March
Crafters, gardeners, homesteaders, and herbal enthusiasts are invited to learn hands-on skills rooted in Ozark traditions during Spring Ozark Folk School this March at Ozark Folk Center State Park. The seasonal program features immersive, instructor-led…
