Considering the history and heritage that built Fort Smith, there’s no surprise there will be a plethora of programs in May to celebrate Arkansas Heritage Month. The Department of Arkansas Heritage’s theme for this year is “Saving Our Heritage: Arkansas’s…
Rent-A-Yurt at Petit Jean State Park
Looks like I missed my chance to rent a teepee at Petit Jean State Park, located near Morrilton. But now I can rent a yurt, which sounds better anyway. For many years, the park offered teepees for rent during warmer…
Fort Smith Heritage Festival is April 6
The weekend looks like it’s going to be warm and sunny, which makes it a great time to head to Fort Smith for the 5th annual Heritage Festival on Saturday, April 6. The festival will be headquartered downtown at the…
The Art of Enjoying Wine
I enjoy a nice glass of wine some evenings. I have learned over the years to cater to my own taste and not equate good with price because I’ve liked and disliked wines on the expensive and cheap side of…
New This Year: Wakarusa Hotel Packages
Wakarusa, celebrating its 10th year, continues to offer new additions to each year’s music and camping festival, set this year for May 30-June 2. This year it is offering hotel packages for those who prefer a bed, hot shower…
