Southeast Oklahoma roadway earns national designation
HOT SPRINGS, Ark. (AP) _ A scenic byway that winds through the Ouchita National Forest in southeast Oklahoma and southwest Arkansas has been officially dubbed a National Scenic Byway. <br/><br/>Known asFriday, September 23rd 2005, 8:34 pm
By:
News On 6
HOT SPRINGS, Ark. (AP) _ A scenic byway that winds through the Ouchita National Forest in southeast Oklahoma and southwest Arkansas has been officially dubbed a National Scenic Byway.
Known as the Talimena Scenic Byway, the 54-mile stretch was one of 45 roadways given the special designation during a ceremony Thursday in Washington, DC.
The roadway takes its name from the communities of Talihina in southeastern Oklahoma and Mena in western Arkansas.
With the official designation, officials say the byway is eligible for additional funding, national marketing and support for road upgrades.
Get The Daily Update!
Be among the first to get breaking news, weather, and general news updates from News on 6 delivered right to your inbox!
More Like This
September 23rd, 2005
September 29th, 2024
September 17th, 2024
Top Headlines
December 15th, 2024
December 15th, 2024
December 15th, 2024
December 15th, 2024