Chris Hill, director of marketing and communications for the Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce, has completed Year 2 of the Community Development Institute at the University of Central Arkansas. A professional development scholarship provided by…
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Cave City Selected as Newest Arkansas Rural Recreational Roads Hub
Cave City has officially been selected as the newest hub in the Arkansas Rural Recreational Roads Program, expanding outdoor recreation and rural tourism opportunities across Independence and Sharp counties. Known as R3, the statewide program…
Crystal River Cave in Cave City Restores Historic Sign While Preserving Arkansas History
A weathered roadside sign that once welcomed travelers to one of Arkansas’ unique attractions is receiving new appreciation as restoration efforts continue at Crystal River Cave & Courts. The historic sign proudly advertised “Electric Lights…
Record Crowds, $17,000 Charity Auction Highlight 46th Annual Cave City Watermelon Festival Secondary Headline
The books have officially closed on the 46th Annual Cave City Watermelon Festival, and organizers say this year’s celebration will be remembered as one of the biggest and most successful in the festival’s history. An…
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.…
Little Rock Receives $30 Million Bezos Earth Fund Grant for 30 Crossing Park
Downtown Little Rock is set for a major transformation after receiving a $30 million grant from the Bezos Earth Fund to help build the new 30 Crossing Park. The grant is part of the Bezos…
Larry “Totsy” Davis to Be Honored with Arkansas River Delta Blues Trail Historical Marker in England
Blues fans from across Arkansas are invited to celebrate the life and legacy of legendary bassist, songwriter, and 4-time W.C. Handy Award winner Larry “Totsy” Davis as the Arkansas River Delta Blues Trail dedicates its…
Cave City Watermelon Festival Adds Free Sweetest Shuttle and New Visitor Map for 2026
Visitors attending the 2026 Cave City Watermelon Festival will have two new ways to experience everything the community has to offer. The Cave City Area Chamber of Commerce has announced the launch of The Sweetest…
Saracen Casino Resort Opens New 14-Story Hotel With 318 Rooms in Pine Bluff
Saracen Casino Resort has officially opened its brand-new 14-story hotel, adding 318 guest rooms and suites as the entertainment destination continues expanding in Pine Bluff. Resort officials announced the grand opening Thursday, June 4, calling…
Today is International Museum Day 2026 Celebrates Museums Across Arkansas
International Museum Day will be celebrated on May 18, raising awareness about the importance of museums in cultural exchange, enrichment, education, and preserving history for future generations. Arkansas is home to many museums and historical…
