Arkansas Department of Parks Heritage and Tourism
Showcasing Arkansas’ Attractions with Tourism Director Dalaney Thomas
Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders named Dalaney Thomas director of tourism at the Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage & Tourism on Oct. 23. read more >
Polk County’s Ambitious Plan to Expand Tourism
A grand plan backed by enthusiastic supporters would build new tourism byways to traverse Polk County by land and air. read more >
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Report: 48M People Visited Arkansas in 2022
Tourism is a $9.2 billion industry in Arkansas, and more than 48 million people visited the state last year, according to the state Department of Parks, Heritage & Tourism. read more >
Sanders Names Dalaney Thomas as Tourism Director
Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders names Dalaney Thomas, a former tourism account manager for CJRW of Little Rock, director of tourism at the Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage & Tourism. read more >
Shea Lewis to Lead Department of Parks, Heritage & Tourism
Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders names Shea Lewis as secretary of the state Department of Parks, Heritage & Tourism and director of State Parks. read more >
Governor Picks Marty Ryall to Lead Division of Arkansas Heritage
Ryall, a Star City native, is currently the director of legislative affairs at the Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism. read more >
State Awards $6.5M in Outdoor Recreation Grants
Projects in 35 counties across the state will receive funds. read more >
Mike Mills on His Goals for Parks, Heritage & Tourism
Mills was was appointed to lead the state Department of Parks, Heritage & Tourism by Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders in December 2022. read more >
2023 Arkansas Food Hall of Fame Finalists Announced
More than 1,800 submissions were received from all 75 Arkansas counties for the this year's class. read more >
Sanders Appoints Husband to Lead New Recreation & Tourism Council
He won't be paid. Other members of the council have yet to be appointed. read more >
Sanders Picks Mike Mills to Lead Department of Parks & Tourism
Mills, who has nearly 50 years of experience in the tourism industry, would replace Stacy Hurst, who was appointed by outgoing Gov. Asa Hutchinson. read more >
War Memorial Stadium Seeks Bids for Eclipse Viewing Event
The event would be one of many across the state capitalizing on a historic influx of visitors expected for the eclipse on April 8, 2024. read more >
Pinnacle Park Moves in $33.5M Acquisition (Real Deals)
King George Apartments LLC of Savannah, Georgia, purchased Pinnacle Park at Chenal Valley at 16401 Chenal Valley Drive read more >
by George Waldon -
New Parks & Tourism Building On The Way
The move comes after a $2.9 million land deal in Little Rock. read more >
Historic Properties, Museums Get $25K Boost
The $2,500 grants are funded by the one-eighth cent conservation tax. read more >
Simmons’ Sponsorship Deal With War Memorial Stadium: 5 Years, $425K
The money is not tied to specific stadium upgrades, but will be used for general maintenance, upkeep and improvements. read more >
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MHP/Team SI and Keep Arkansas Beautiful Claim PRSA Award
The winning entry was the Otto the Otter Youth Education campaign, featuring Keep Arkansas Beautiful’s mascot. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
‘Flexibility’ Is Job One for Hospitality Employers
The Arkansas hospitality industry, like industries across the United States, has worked hard to recruit and retain workers in the tightest labor market in decades. read more >
by Jan Cottingham -
Colbie Jones Hired as Director of Keep Arkansas Beautiful
She previously worked for MHP/Team SI in public relations and account management roles. read more >
Arkansas Tourism Rebounding
The Blue Mountain project comes as tourism in Arkansas is vigorously bouncing back from COVID’s disastrous effects and travelers are looking for ever more outdoor activities. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
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