Just in time for Riverfest, the Mark Twain Riverboat will be up and running May 23. Currently it is docked on the north side of the Arkansas River, ready to ply the historic waters. An authentic stern wheeler, the boat…
The 24th annual Loose Caboose Festival officially starts tonight in Paragould. This year, some events have been moved from downtown to the Greene County Fairgrounds. You can check the event website for specific information. This evening at 5, the Miller…
Diamond John, a comedic short film ( 15 minutes) based on Arkansan John Wesley Huddleston and the discovery of diamonds in Arkansas, is being screened tomorrow ( May 17 at 4 p.m. at the Argenta Community Theatre in North Little…
As a motorcycle enthusiast, I’d spent weeks looking forward to attending the Wild Hog Festival in Helena-West Helena. However, my wonderful weather app indicated rain. It was then that my husband, Jay, reminded me that “there are Harley owners and…
Music is a very important part of the culture of the Arkansas Delta, but no genre more so than gospel. Back in 2000, the Delta Cultural Center in Helena-West Helena hosted the first Arkansas Delta Family Gospel Festival in an…
Music is an important part of the history and culture of the Arkansas Delta. A myriad of genres weave together to form the musical fabric of the region. In May, festivals and events throughout the Arkansas Delta pay homage to…
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 above video is from a performance at Cummins Prison in Grady, Ark., in April 1969.) Tickets are NOW available for the 3rd annual Johnny Cash Music Festival. This year’s benefit concert will be held on Aug. 17 at…
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…
(Johnny Cash performing “Daddy Sang Bass” at Cummins Prison in Grady, Ark., in April 1969) It’s now official! The lineup for the 3rd annual Johnny Cash Music Festival has been made public, and it includes members of Cash’s family and…