According to the Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism, the move is "consistent with 28 other states". Devil's Den State Park ranger Tim Scott said the park is busier than usual.

Three Rivers, Scott County move ahead with parks partnership. Sharing the cost and operation of regional parks is an attempt to find a more cost-efficient plan. By LAURIE BLAKE, Star Tribune.

The Central Arkansas Library System, KUAR 89.1 FM and the League of Women Voters of Pulaski County sponsored Monday's forum. KUAR's Michael Hibblen served as the moderator of the debate-style event.