
Mena was on the map last week as State Director of Tourism, Travis Napper, visited the area for the first time. He stopped by Ouachita Coffee Roasters and the new microbrewery. Above, Traven Bayne, head brewer, Napper, Kirk Jordan, Arkansas Tourism photographer, and Derek Campbell, owner, discuss the brewery and its role in tourism. Napper said he saw many wonderful things in the area and especially enjoyed the train depot
“It is easy to see the growth that is starting to happen,” Napper said. “We had a wonderful breakfast and tour at Queen Whilemina State Park… and enjoyed downtown. We can’t wait to bring our kids back for some Mena fun.”
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