Conceived by a hands-on mad woman, implemented by the capable hands of a photographic genius, made possible by several dozen out-of-hand yet fabulous artists, fed by the excellent staff at what is hands down the most extraordinary bathhouse brewery in the world . . . this is the combo of chaotic stuff that brought about our “All Hands on Deck” May cover. What a delight and joy it was to
Karen Reeves demonstrates Flip the Dog pose in a beautiful bed of wildflowers. Photo: Fred Padilla By Karen Watson ReevesWe have all heard the phrase “jump for joy,” but sometimes I just want to flip for joy! What makes you joyful? Pause in the reading for a few breaths, close your eyes, and name things that fill you with joy. A few of the things on my list are family,
Keeping Northwoods Trail in tip-top shape is hard work for trail staff Jake, Jacob, and AJ. Photo courtesy of Visit Hot Springs. Hot Springs’ Northwoods Trail System has been voted the top mountain bike trail system in Arkansas in a poll by ArkansasOutside.com, an organization that reports on all recreational outdoor activities in the state. “We are so honored to have been voted the No.1 Mountain Bike Trail in Arkansas
Photo by MIO ITO on Unsplash. The annual free public Memorial Day fireworks display on Lake Hamilton will be held Sunday, May 28, at dark. The fireworks will be shot from the middle of Lake Hamilton from barges located on the east side of Highway 7 at the first Highway 7 bridge opposite the DoubleTree by the Hilton Hotel. Visit Hot Springs will sponsor the free show. Those who want
Don’t be like this guy! He might still be around if he’d planned ahead! Get a room! (Preferably in Hot Springs!) Get your NASA-approved eclipse glasses! Arrive a day early! Take the day off! Bring the in-laws! or not! Let the countdown begin! The Great North American Eclipse is less than a year away. On Monday, April 8, 2024, Arkansas will experience an unforgettable, historic event. And now is the
The Major Arcana Tarot card associated with Taurus is The Hierophant. By Michelle CrandellIf your astrological sign is Taurus, The Hierophant is the Tarot Major Arcana card representing the natural gifts you can use to actualize your life’s purposes. The Hierophant journey: to learn about and teach what gives life meaning and purpose; to promote faith, hope, and charity. The Hierophant teaches about the world beyond family/tribe by imparting information
Mug shot of random raccoon. NOTE: If you catch a raccoon in a live trap you have to relocate them over 5 miles away. Read on for details. By Michelle SestiliCompost bin vandalismRepeated egg theftChicken harassmentTheft by ingestion of 14 perfectly ripe cantaloupesDestruction of both pumpkin patches for funAttempted assault of a dogProperty damage to 6 birdfeeders and annihilation of anotherRobbery of 2 five gallon buckets of birdseed11 counts of
National Park College (NPC) announced that applications are now open for the Lloyd’s Second Chance Scholarship. NPC and Lloyd’s Auto Sales partnered to offer the scholarship in 2019. This will be the fifth year for the scholarship award. The Lloyd’s Second Chance Scholarship is available to students who need a second chance at earning an education. One scholarship for full tuition and fees will be awarded for the fall semester.
Pictured are dancers from the Hot Springs Dance Troupe,(l-r) Keoina Plummer, Serenity Cupples, and Maddie Arnold. Photo by Aaron Brewer. The Hot Springs Dance Troupe will dance in their final performance for the season on May 6, as part of The Finale, on the final night of the Arts & The Park festival. This performance will be a collaborative effort with international musicians of the IBLA Foundation. The IBLA Foundation
The world’s largest Etch-A-Sketch and life-size Monopoly car and game board are just part of the fun at the Science Museum’s newest exhibit, opening June 10. Mid-America Science Museum (MASM) will host the opening of its newest traveling exhibit, Toytopia, on Saturday, June 10. Created by Stage Nine Exhibitions, Toytopia provides an immersive and interactive experience exploring the history of some of the most popular toys of the past and
“Yes, we’re working hard to get a good turn out on our 27th Annual Norma Lampert Memorial Lupus Springers 5K Race and Walk to End Lupus on Saturday, May 20, 2023,” stated Jamesetta Smith, President of the Lupus Foundation of Arkansas. “The event will be held at Mid-America Park, located at 101 College Drive in Hot Springs.” Registration is from 7:00 AM to 7:45 AM, the race starts at 8
By Peggy LindseyWalls are often built around the heart after tremendous hurt. With emotions in check, we envision ourselves standing as pillars of steel, ready to weather any storm. We become so strong, so self-sufficient, that our normal response becomes “I can handle it. No big deal.” But’s it’s all pretend, isn’t it. A front we create to hide how broken we are. But the fractures in our hearts only
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(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
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
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
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
