Located in rural Arkansas’ Jackson County, the small town of Newport is positioned between Jonesboro, Little Rock, and Memphis, making visits to some of the state’s most popular cultural, historical and natural sites easy day trips. It’s also well-known locally as the town where a young Sam Walton owned a small retail store before founding …
With a population of slightly more than 8,000, Wynne is the county seat of Arkansas’ Cross County. It’s also the county’s largest city, though it’s full of small-town charm. Located inside the state’s Arkansas River Delta area, it’s close to a few national and state parks that offer guests a wide range of outdoor recreational …
During my recent visit to Jonesboro, Arkansas, I was captivated by the charm of this city, located in the northeast corner of the state, near the borders of Missouri, Kentucky, and Tennessee. As the 5th largest city in Arkansas, Jonesboro offers a unique blend of small-town atmosphere and cultural attractions. Arkansas as a whole is …
The town of Beebe, Arkansas, is located in the center of the state on Route 167, between Little Rock and Jonesboro. With a population of just over 7,000, it’s among the largest municipalities in White County and is home to a satellite campus of Arkansas State University. The town was incorporated in the 1870s and …
During my recent visit to the northwest area of Arkansas, I had the pleasure of exploring Rogers, a rapidly expanding metro area that captivated me with its unique charm. What made this city even more notable was its connection to retail history, as it proudly housed the very first Wal-Mart store. Not too far away, …
Located in eastern Arkansas’ Crittenden County, West Memphis sits adjacent to its larger neighbor of the same name in Tennessee. In the late 1700s, large tracts of land that now include West Memphis were a Spanish settlement. It wasn’t until the 19th century that the land became part of the United States when the young …
Located in east-central Arkansas’ Francis County, Forrest City was named after Nathan Bedford Forrest, a Civil War-era general who managed a railroad construction project in the area after the war. With a population of just 15,000, Forrest City is often referred to as ‘The Jewel of the Delta.’ It’s conveniently located between Memphis and Little …
Located in south-central Arkansas’ Union County, El Dorado had a population of fewer than 20,000 residents at the time of the last census. It’s the county seat, and the economy is mainly reliant on the natural gas, timber and chemical industries. It’s also home to South Arkansas Community College. Often referred to as Arkansas’ Original …
Located just off Interstate 55 in Arkansas’ northeastern-most corner, the town of Blytheville was founded in the 1870s. In the old days, much of the town’s economy was based on the timber industry; with it, came masses of rough working men who reportedly made the town pretty rough and dangerous. Due to its proximity to …
Located just off Interstate 30 southwest of Little Rock, Bryant would be a great place to stay when visiting central Arkansas. It’s conveniently located within a short drive from the state capital and many of the state’s most popular parks – even the famous hot springs as well. With just over 16,000 residents, Bryant still …