Another Large Diamond found in Nearby Diamond State Park - 11/04/06 02:42 PM
A Wisconsin man recently found a 5.47 carat canary diamond at the Crater of Diamonds State Park in Murfreesboro (about 55 miles southwest of Hot Springs).  This was the second-largest diamond unearthed this year at the park on October 14, 2006.  The 5.47 carat diamond is bright yellow and has no visible flaws.
Park staff have dug two new trenches in the park, which has led to the discovery of more canary diamonds.  The largest diamond this year was found by a Texas couple, which was a 6.35 carat brown diamond in September, 2006.
Diamonds come in different colors, and the three most … (0 comments)

Garvan Gardens Unveils Landmark Chapel - 11/04/06 02:39 PM
The formal debut of the Anthony Chapel complex at Garvan Woodland Gardens, the University of Arkansas' botanical garden in Hot Springs, has long been anticipated.  The $5.5 million project, which broker ground in September 2004, was officially dedicated in a series of events and special ceremony on September 30, 2006.
The chapel has already gained popularity with brides-to-be since the first wedding was held in May of this year.  Garvan Gardens has booked more than 83 weddings in the elegant wood, glass, and stone chapel through September 2007.
In addition to the Anthony Chapel, the five-structure complex also houses private changing quarters for … (0 comments)

Ice Skating in the Hot Springs National Park - 11/04/06 02:38 PM
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