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Woodlands Welcomes the Doug Gabriel Show

Tickets are now available for two performances of the Doug Gabriel Show The Village Concerts Association (VCA), an all-volunteer, non-profit organization, is excited to present popular Branson entertainer Doug Gabriel and his family to Hot Springs Village for two performances on Thursday, March 16 – a matinee at 2:00 PM plus an evening performance at 7:00 PM. All tickets are only $30. The Doug Gabriel Show is very entertaining with

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Henry Glover Traveling Exhibit Opens at OSHM in Little Rock

The Old State House Museum (OSHM) in Little Rock will host a day of music and discussion of Henry Glover, celebrated native of Hot Springs, AR. This historic event will be held Saturday, February 18, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM with a lunch. OSHM will premier the Henry Glover Traveling Exhibit “Did They Hear My Songs” on that day and record the events of a panel discussion. A variety of

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Single Parent Scholarship Fund Accepting Summer 2023 Applications

Mallory receives her Fall 2022 scholarship from Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship Fund. Eligible single parents are invited to apply for Summer 2023 scholarships at aspsf.org/applynow. Deadline to apply is March 15.  Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship Fund (ASPSF) awards scholarships up to $1,200 to eligible single parents who are attending college or obtaining technical training. A full list of eligibility guidelines is available at aspsf.org/eligibility. “If it wasn’t for the scholarship,

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Shannon’s Carries Virgins, Saints & Angels Line of Jewelry

Handcrafted luxury for protection and good fortune. “It can be difficult to decide which items to bring into Shannon’s Jewelers of Hot Springs. However, when I researched Virgins, Saints and Angels (VSA) – the choice to stock these items became very simple,” said Shannon Branstetter, owner of Shannon’s Jewelers. “As a woman who runs her own business, I was drawn to these unique and beautiful pieces that also offer encouragement.

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Tikes, Trikes & Trails – An Event for the Whole Family

The first-ever Springtime Tikes, Trikes, and Trails event has been scheduled for Friday, March 24, at Farmer’s Market, 121 Orange Street in Hot Springs, Arkansas. Come take a stroll down the Hot Springs Creek Greenway Trail.  Don’t have a bike? A limited number of bikes will be provided FREE at this event. You can also bring your skateboard, scooter, or wheelchair to join the fun. All participants will receive a

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NPC Completes Childhood Literacy Project“Playing with Language” helps develop early language learning skills. 

National Park College’s (NPC) Child Care Aware of West Central Arkansas (CCAWCA) resource and referral program recently published a book, “Playing with Language.” The book was funded with a $10,000 grant by the Hot Springs Area Community Foundation (HSACF).  “Playing with Language” explores four areas of phonological awareness which is simply playing with the sounds of language supporting early childhood language development. The content encourages interactions between parents and their

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Master Gardeners: Flowers That are Solid Investments

Daylily, Peonies, Dahlias, Liatris, Autumn Fern by Dayna Carter Peonies – Topping the list are these delicate beauties. They will continue to bloom long after you have sold your house or your property. They are real showstoppers in the garden especially since they are the first to bloom in the spring. They do tend to be expensive but worth every penny because they are so hardy and gorgeous.  Growing Tip:

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Local Sketch Artist Chris Meeks Wins Another Award

For fans of Garbage Pail Kids, (GPK) it will be good news to hear that once again, Garbage Pail Kids.com has nominated Hot Springs’ very own, Chris Meeks, as Sketch Artist of the Year.  According to GPKNews.com, “There were not a lot of chances for artists to shine this year. With only one retail set and three online sets, some artists saw more opportunities than others. When it’s all said

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The Murder and Macabre Mystery Dinner Theater presents Murder Under the Sea

Can you guess who dun it? (l-r) Frank Janaskie, Lynn Janaskie, Paul Lowe, T.J. Griffith. Now shown, Steve Freeman. Poseidon has decided to retire as the great ruler of the sea. Before he declares his successor – he is murdered! The sea and all the underwater creatures are in turbulence. Who would kill the great Poseidon? Mac the loan shark, Crabby Crab, or possibly Twinkle the starfish? Or could it

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Infinite Health: Energy, Vibration, Frequency

When two frequencies come together, the lower will rise to meet the higher. By Mala Daggett …are roughly one-hundred times more efficient in relaying information within a biological system than physical signals, such as hormones, neurotransmitters, other growth factors, and chemicals. Experiments in quantum physics continue to demonstrate that once broken down to its core, everything is pure energy. This energy vibrates building a field around it that magnetically attracts

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Neil Rutman to Perform in HSV

Pianist, Neil Rutman The HS/HSV Symphony Guild is delighted to present “Neil Rutman in Concert” as part of its new Classic Series. Rutman is a renowned pianist who is currently Artist-in-Residence at the University of Central Arkansas. He has performed in over thirty countries and has appeared in many outstanding venues here in the U.S. including Carnegie Hall.  He has distinguished himself as a top prize winner in several international

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Free AARP Income Tax-Aide at GC Library

Tax-Aide service begins Feb. 1, at GC Library. The AARP Foundation Tax-Aide Program provides free, confidential income tax preparation, counseling services, and e-filing for federal and state income tax returns. All returns are prepared by IRS-certified AARP Foundation Tax-Aide volunteers who are trained on the 2022 tax law. This service is available to everyone regardless of age or income. AARP membership is not required to use the Tax-Aide service.  AARP

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Bitty Martin’s New Novel Will Be Released in March 

(L to R) Johnette Connelly Taylor, niece of “Killer Wife” first victim, Joe Connelly; Evaline Rowland Connelly (no relation to Johnette), sister of the third victim, Don Rowland; and Bitty Martin, author.  Bitty Martin has completed her second Hot Springs true crime, Killer Wife: The True Story of Bonnie Connelly and the Men

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By Chana Prince Greetings Fellow Travelers,   March 2026 carries powerful turning-point energy. The Total Blood Moon Lunar Eclipse in Virgo on March 3 brings emotional insight and practical clarity. Virgo asks for refinement—health, habits, work, and daily devotion come into focus. What feels messy now is ready to be organized with

Master Gardener Plant Sale and Garden Show 

Thousands of plants will be for sale at the Garden Show.  Save the date – Garland County Master Gardeners will be holding their annual Plant Sale and Garden Show one day only on Saturday, April 25, from 9 AM to 4 PM at the Garland County Fairgrounds. Entry is free

Master Gardeners: Springtime is just around the Corner… 

by Susan Koenig  Springs around the corner.Our excitement builds. Our need to dig in the dirt will soon be fulfilled. We’re planning our gardens and shopping seed catalogs. We’re preparing our pots and watching video blogs. We’re dreaming of the garden and buying seeds and plants, And figuring how to get rid of the squash bugs and ants! The sun’s rays