Ozark Highlands Radio Receives Arkansas Country Music Award
(MOUNTAIN VIEW, Ark.) – Ozark Highlands Radio (OHR), the Ozark Folk Center State Park’s public radio program, received the award for “Podcast of the Year” recently at the 2020 Arkansas Country Music Awards. The radio program, which is currently in its fifth season, features local folk singers from the Mountain View area and musicians from across the […]
Remembering a Good Woman
In this year of irrevocable change and loss, another name must be added to that long and growing list of what was but is no longer. Donna Baker died July 31, 2020 in her Orange County home. Donna was the clerk for the Orange County Commissioners since 2002, and unless you worked for or with […]
Shop Owner Finds a Way for Branson’s Locals and Visitors to Take a Shine to Wearing Face Masks
Aug. 12, 2020 — Branson/Lakes Area, Mo. – A Branson/Lakes Area business owner has found a way to use her unique skill set to help others make the best of the current situation and encourage them to have a little fun while protecting themselves and others. Sue Braun, the owner of Classic Creations & More, a […]
Obituary: Joel Zatz
We are saddened to share that longtime NATJA media member Joel Zatz passed away on July 14. His wife and fellow NATJA member, Arline, shared with us the lovely quote below from Joel, as well as his obituary. Our thoughts and prayers are with Arline and their family during this difficult time. “Nature is the […]
Arkansas Tourism Director Travis Napper named to Travel South USA Board of Directors
Travis Napper, director of Arkansas Tourism, has been named to the board of directors for Travel South USA and will serve as the 2020-2021 chair of the Advertising Committee. Travel South USA is the official regional destination marketing organization for the southern United States. “Being named to the board of directors for Travel South USA […]
Big Bend National Park Reopens For Day Use August 7th
Alpine, Texas – (August 6th, 2020) The Brewster County Tourism Council and Visit Big Bend have received notice from Big Bend National Park and the National Park Services that beginning Friday August 7th at 9am, Big Bend National Park will reopen to the public in a limited capacity for day use only. All paved roads within […]
August ‘Discover Arkansas’ Now Online
The August edition of “Discover Arkansas” is now available at www.arkansas.com/discover-arkansas. Published by Arkansas Tourism, the monthly digital publication highlights events, activities and trip ideas in The Natural State. It’s time to explore the tours and trails of Arkansas! For our mountain bikers, we’re covering world-class trails in Hot Springs. For those traveling on foot, check […]
Arkansas State Parks: Making memories safely
By Kim Williams Photos available here. For nearly nine decades, Arkansas State Parks have been a destination for generations of residents and visitors alike. During the pandemic, parks throughout Arkansas were a respite during unprecedented times. The department’s mission, to “enhance the quality of life through exceptional outdoor experiences, connections to Arkansas heritage, and sound resource […]
August 1: A Letter from NATJA’s CEO
It doesn’t seem possible that we are now entering the month of August. Where has summer gone?
2020 August Featured Journalist: Greg Goodmacher
Greg has two addictions: telling stories and bathing in Japanese hot springs. His work has appeared in in-flight magazines, online magazines, Japanese tour guides, and university textbooks. He also teaches tourism at a Japanese college. Greg’s claim to fame is that he has soaked in approximately 600 onsens from the north of Hokkaido to the […]
