by Karin Huffman | Jun 4, 2026 | Travel Tips
POWHATAN, Ark. – Lake Charles State Park will offer a free fishing derby on Saturday, June 13, from 9 to 11 a.m., at the park, 3705 Highway 25, Powhatan. The event is free and open to the public. Participants will meet at the swim beach parking lot. Fishing is fun...
by Karin Huffman | Jun 2, 2026 | Travel Tips
(POWHATAN, Ark.) – Powhatan Historic State Park will host a community Lawn Bowling program on Saturday, June 6 between 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. Join park staff to learn how to play lawn bowling, one of George Washington’s favorite outdoor games. There is no set time to...
by Karin Huffman | May 27, 2026 | Travel Tips
Need a getaway where the hardest decision of the day is “river trip or folk music?” Then it might be time to park it at Blue Sky RV Park located at 20843 Highway 5 in Mountain View. Just minutes from the White River and the music-filled streets of Mountain View, this...
by Karin Huffman | May 25, 2026 | Travel Tips
When bestselling author John Grisham published Calico Joe in 2012, he introduced millions of readers to a name that already held a special place in Arkansas history. The novel tells the story of Joe Castle, a gifted baseball player affectionately known as “Calico...
by Karin Huffman | May 24, 2026 | Travel Tips
Walnut Ridge is a town where music history, small-town charm, and meaningful experiences come together in a way that feels both welcoming and memorable. Many visitors first discover Walnut Ridge through its connection to music history. In 1964, a young band called The...