From Pinnacle Peak to the Arkansas River valley, Little Rock is the center of the Natural State in more ways than one. Culture, government, learning and entertainment — Little Rock has all this and more. Here are some of the tour highlights:

• Arkansas State Capitol
  Downtown, admire the Arkansas State Capitol building, visit the Arkansas Arts Center and browse the collection at the Historic Arkansas Museum. Grab lunch at the Andina Cafe, then stroll through the peaceful Julius Breckling Riverfront Park.
• River Market Artspace
  Also located downtown are the Old State House Museum and the Childrens Museum Of Arkansas. Stop into River Market Artspace, where all the pieces are also for sale. Enjoy the Italian fare at Ciao, then stop by the William J. Clinton Presidential Center, for a glimpse into his presidency.
• Little Rock Zoo
  The University areas boasts the Little Rock Zoo, which is not far from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock Planetarium and the UALR Art Galleries. Have dinner at Casa Viva or Chips Barbecue.
• Kanis Park
  West Little Rock is home to Kanis Park and Arkansas Skatium, good places for recreation. The Hidden Valley Farm Pumpkin Patch is a good place for children. Enjoy a meal at Flavors Grill or Capers.
• Murray Park
  Reflections Gallery & Fine Framing features fine art, while Local Color Gallery focuses on Arkansas artists. Murray Park is a good place to fish, then dine at Canon Grill or Cajun’s Wharf.

For more details, see the complete guide to Little Rock on the Travel Channel web site.

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Where do they stand among Arkansas’ all-time leading rushers? The group underwent a bit of shuffling by the end of the 2007 season before McFadden and Jones moved on to become first-round NFL draft picks.

Here’s the list, with years played and total career yardage:

1. Darren McFadden (2005-07): 4,590

2. Ben Cowins (1975-78): 3,570

3. Dickey Morton (1971-73): 3,317

4. Cedric Cobbs (1999-2003): 3,018

5. Felix Jones (2005-07): 2,954

6. James Rouse (1985-89): 2,887

7. Fred Talley (1999-2002): 2,661

8. Matt Jones (2001-04): 2,535

9. Madre Hill (1994-98): 2,407

10. Oscar Malone (1992-94, ‘96): 2,320

 Source: hogwired.com

They’re all from Arkansas.

Our state has had a major impact on the entertainment world, from stage to screen to concert hall. Here are just a few of the famous folks who called Arkansas home.

Frank Bonner (Little Rock) — Actor played Herb Tarlek in WKRP in Cincinnati.

James Bridges (Little Rock) — Oscar-nominated director known for The Paper Chase, The China Syndrome, and more.

Glen Campbell (Delight) — Country singer and songwriter.

Johnny Cash (Kingsland) — “The Man in Black.”

Al Green (Forrest City) — Soul and gospel singer.

Scott Joplin (Texarkana) — Ragtime music legend.

Alan Ladd (Hot Springs) — Actor known best as mysterious stranger in Shane.

Dick Powell (Mountain View) — Director, producer and actor.

Mary Steenburgen (North Little Rock) — Academy Award-winning actress.

Harry Thomason (Little Rock ) — Hollywood producer.

Billy Bob Thornton (Hot Springs) — Directed and starred in Slingblade, filmed in Malvern.

Jerry Van Dyke (Benton/Malvern) — Actor and comedian.

Source: Arkansas.com