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Travel + Leisure
29-06-2025
- Travel + Leisure
You Can Dig for Diamonds at This State Park—and You Can Keep What You Find
Located around two hours southwest of Little Rock, Arkansas, is arguably the most unique state park in the U.S.—Crater of Diamonds State Park. This 911-acre park attracts visitors from all across the Natural State, and beyond. Why, you may ask? Because of what lies beneath the soil. Crater of Diamonds is located on a former volcanic crater, and in 1906, a local farmer named John Huddleston found diamonds here. Since then, over 35,000 diamonds have been unearthed from the mineral-rich soil, the largest diamond ever discovered in the United States, the 40-carat 'Uncle Sam." In 1972, the property became a state park, and now, visitors can try their luck and dig for diamonds in the park's 37-acre field. Any gems, rocks, or minerals that you find—diamonds, or otherwise—are yours to keep. The park primarily has three types of diamonds: white, yellow, and brown. You can view the diamond hunters' "Hall of Fame," at the park's Diamond Discovery Center, which showcases the most impressive gems unearthed at the park. As recently as May 2025, a visitor to the park from Minnesota found a 3.81-carat brown diamond, the largest found so far this year. However, there are other stones and gems that can be found on-site, including quartz, agate, garnet, and jasper. If you're looking to find a treasure for yourself, the best time to go is after rain, says park superintendent Waymon Cox. 'Many of the park's largest diamonds are found on top of the ground," Cox says. "As rain falls in the search area, it washes away the dirt and uncovers heavy rocks, minerals, and diamonds near the surface.' Admission for diamond hunting is $15 for adults and $7 for children. Aspiring rock hunters can bring their own tools or rent equipment from the park. Crater of Diamonds has things like shovels, screens, wagons, sarucas (a bowl-shaped screen covered with a fine mesh), and buckets on hand. Local stores in town also sell gem-hunting gear such as Lovejoy Diamond Screens and Murfreesboro Hardware. If you do find something, you can get it certified by the park rangers. However, Cox recommends not getting too caught up in the quest to find diamonds—there's much to appreciate at the park. 'Though most guests don't find a diamond on their first visit, there are lots of other unique and beautiful rocks and minerals to collect,' says Cox. If you're not interested in diamond digging, Crater of Diamonds also has a seasonal water park, miles of hiking trails, and, because of its location, prime stargazing unaffected by city lights. You can spend the night (especially if you plan on spending several days mining) at the shaded campground. It has 47 sites with full hookups for RVs and tents, plus five more basic tent sites, all with access to the two bathhouses. Whatever kind of adventure you're hoping to have at Crater of Diamonds State Park, you're sure to have a gem of a time.
Yahoo
24-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Arkansas Lottery Powerball, Cash 3 winning numbers for June 23, 2025
The Arkansas Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big. Here's a look at Monday, June 23, 2025 results for each game: 05-25-42-44-65, Powerball: 20, Power Play: 3 Check Powerball payouts and previous drawings here. Midday: 7-2-8 Evening: 9-4-1 Check Cash 3 payouts and previous drawings here. Midday: 7-7-0-6 Evening: 4-6-6-4 Check Cash 4 payouts and previous drawings here. 13-22-23-26-47, Lucky Ball: 13 Check Lucky For Life payouts and previous drawings here. 08-21-23-34-38 Check Natural State Jackpot payouts and previous drawings here. Feeling lucky? Explore the latest lottery news & results Powerball: 9:59 p.m. CT on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Mega Millions: 10 p.m. CT on Tuesday and Friday. Cash 3 Midday: 12:59 p.m. CT daily except Sunday. Cash 3 Evening: 6:59 p.m. CT daily. Cash 4 Midday: 12:59 p.m. CT daily except Sunday. Cash 4 Evening: 6:59 p.m. CT daily. Lucky For Life: 9:30 p.m. CT daily. Natural State Jackpot: 8 p.m. CT daily except Sunday. LOTTO: 9 p.m. CT on Wednesday and Saturday. Winning lottery numbers are sponsored by Jackpocket, the official digital lottery courier of the USA TODAY Network. Tickets can be purchased in person at gas stations, convenience stores and grocery stores. Some airport terminals may also sell lottery tickets. You can also order tickets online through Jackpocket, the official digital lottery courier of the USA TODAY Network, in these U.S. states and territories: Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Idaho, Maine, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Puerto Rico, Washington D.C., and West Virginia. The Jackpocket app allows you to pick your lottery game and numbers, place your order, see your ticket and collect your winnings all using your phone or home computer. Jackpocket is the official digital lottery courier of the USA TODAY Network. Gannett may earn revenue for audience referrals to Jackpocket services. GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). 18+ (19+ in NE, 21+ in AZ). Physically present where Jackpocket operates. Jackpocket is not affiliated with any State Lottery. Eligibility Restrictions apply. Void where prohibited. Terms: This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by an Arkansas editor. You can send feedback using this form. This article originally appeared on Fort Smith Times Record: Arkansas Lottery Powerball, Cash 3 winning numbers for June 23, 2025
Yahoo
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Kid Rock Talks Bringing ‘Pro American' Rock the Country Fest to Arkansas With Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders
In advance of this weekend's first Arkansas edition of Kid Rock's Rock the Country festival, the 'American Bad Ass' singer sat down with the state's Governor, Sarah Huckabee Sanders, to discuss why he's bringing his 'pro-American' event to the Natural State. Describing the concept of the two-day fest slated for June 20-21 at the Arkansas State Fairgrounds as a 'small town, pro-American… everything pro-American music festival for a lot of people I felt were underserved in this country,' Rock said he was excited when he heard from Trump administration press secretary Huckabee Sanders had invited him to her state. More from Billboard After Reported ICE Raids at His Nashville Bar, Kid Rock Says He Supports Deportations 'No Matter Where They Are' B-52s and Devo Announce Cosmic De-Evolution Joint Fall 2025 North American Tour Linkin Park Shares the Rappers They Still Want to Work With The festival will kick off on Friday with a lineup featuring Logan Crosby, Mark Chesnutt, Shenandoah, Gavin Adcock, a house party set from the Ying Yang Twins and headline performances from Hank Williams Jr. and Nickelback. Saturday night will open with Deana Carter, followed by Little Texas, Lee Greenwood, Hudson Westbrook, a house party set from Afroman and then headlining spots from Travis Tritt and Rock. 'Any time you have an event like this an an opportunity to bring in such a huge headliner, that is something that will a big difference in the state, bring in a lot of revenue, tourism,' said Huckabee Sanders, who was seated in front of a mural of a giant eagle with the American flag painted on the inside of its wings alongside a short-wearing Rock. She added that she hoped people from 'all over the country' would come to the show. 'So not only are we excited to hear great music and see from people that love this country but also it's a big win for Arkansas to have that kind of economic driver,' she said. Rock the Country kicked off in April with shows in Louisiana and Tennessee, followed by gigs in rural Missouri and Florida and a stop in York, PA in May. The tour will march on after Little Rock with scheduled shows in Ashland, KY (July 11-12), Sioux Falls, SD (July 18-19) and Anderson, S.C. (July 25-26). Check out Rock's chat with Huckabee Sanders here. Best of Billboard Chart Rewind: In 1989, New Kids on the Block Were 'Hangin' Tough' at No. 1 Janet Jackson's Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hits H.E.R. & Chris Brown 'Come Through' to No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Chart
Yahoo
12-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Registration opening soon for alligator hunting in Arkansas this fall
VIDEO: Alligator sightings increasing across Arkansas LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Registration is opening next week for the 2025 alligator season in Arkansas. The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission is opening applications for permits from 8 a.m. on June 15 through midnight on July 14. You can apply at . Arkansas Game & Fish Commission joins other agencies on website for tips on living with alligators Those looking to bag a Natural State gator will be able to do so in one of 10 public land hunting areas in the southern half of the state. AGFC officials said each permit authorizes the harvest of one alligator, which must be at least four feet long. Officials added that alligator hunting is allowed 30 minutes after sunset until 30 minutes before sunrise during the approved alligator hunting season dates, Sept. 19 to Sept. 22 and Sept. 26 to Sept. 29. Alligator sightings increasing across Arkansas All alligator hunters must do an online orientation before going out to hunt, AGFC officials said. More information can be found on . Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
07-06-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Over 11,000 Arkansans without power after Saturday morning storms
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Storms moving through the Natural State on Saturday morning have left thousands without power. According to , 11,121 Arkansans were without power after storms entered the western part of the state shortly after 8 a.m. The county with the most outages was Scott County with 4,873 without power. Another county with a high number of outages include Madison with 2,195 outages. Other counties with outages are Crawford, Franklin, Newton, Jackson and Woodruff. Officials with the said that a Tornado Watch is in place for several counties until noon. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
