Arkansas Week: Arkansas Tourism/College Enrollment Surges

As summer winds down and fall will soon begin, a discussion on how tourism is faring in the state. Host Steve Barnes is joined by Secretary Shea Lewis of the Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism to talk about the state’s second largest industry, state parks and preparations to be part of a national celebration of the United States' 250th anniversary. Along with the fall, for many, are classes. Several colleges and universities across the state are reporting an increase in student enrollment. University of Central Arkansas President Houston Davis discusses factors behind the surging numbers.

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