LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (June 27, 2025) — As summer heats up, several public swim beaches across Arkansas remain closed after routine testing revealed elevated levels of Escherichia coli, prompting public
As Arkansas enters the peak summer recreation season, outdoor enthusiasts are seeing a mix of good news and temporary setbacks. State officials recently approved millions of dollars in boating access
The vision of a 65-mile trail connecting downtown Little Rock and Hot Springs National Park is becoming reality, one segment at a time. What began as a planning effort nearly
For decades, rock climbing on federal lands has been managed through a patchwork of local plans, forest-specific guidance, and agency interpretations of existing laws. Now, the U.S. Forest Service is
The City of Goshen is expanding one of its most treasured outdoor spaces, adding 50 acres of permanently protected forestland to Mill Branch Park through a partnership involving a local
Thousands of Arkansans could soon receive financial assistance to purchase an electric bicycle through a new regional incentive program aimed at reducing emissions, improving mobility, and expanding access to alternative
Our readers have chosen these lakes as their top favorites in Arkansas. With more than 2,400 lakes over 5 acres in size, Arkansas lives up to its nickname as The
Mountain bikers looking for gravity-fueled competition will have plenty of opportunities in Arkansas this fall as organizers have announced the 2026 Arkansas Enduro Series and Arkansas Downhill Series schedules. The
This updated article first ran in Arkansas Money and Politics Magazine in August of 2025 and was written by Joe Jacobs. A few years ago, my wife and I caught
When summer settles across Arkansas, most runners avoid racing during the hottest months of the year. But for more than 30 years, trail runners have embraced the challenge of the