Arkansas Rice Festival and MyHeritage announce upcoming heritage events

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The town of Weiner, Arkansas, is set to host the 50th annual Arkansas Rice Festival on October 10. The event features a rice cookoff, antique tractor show, a 5K race, a beauty pageant, and rice threshing demonstrations. Historically, the festival has attracted political figures such as former President Bill Clinton.

In related news regarding American heritage, MyHeritage has announced free access to its U.S. City Directories collection from July 1 through July 5, 2026. This promotion coincides with the United States' 250th anniversary of independence. The directories are intended to help users track family history, particularly during the gaps between federal census years.

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Arkansas Rice Festival · MyHeritage · Weiner, Arkansas

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