September 3, 2024

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“Big Steam’s Victor Wainwright” Photo by Austin Britt  We decided to mix things up for our September cover, stepping away from our usual format to showcase this vibrant photo of one of the headliners at the upcoming Big Steam Music Festival.  As the Delta sounds return to historic downtown Hot Springs, Big Steam is gearing up for its third year with a lineup that’s sure to rock the city.  We’re

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Call for Veteran Artists: Arts in Service 2024 Exhibit 

The Springs would like to honor artists who have served our country by featuring their work in our November issue.   The Springs Magazine is thrilled to produce the second annual Arts in Service – an opportunity for talented veteran artists who have served our country to showcase their work in our upcoming November 2024 feature “Arts in Service: Honoring Veteran Artists.”  In addition to being published in the November issue

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From Passions to Paragon: Historical Society’s Reputation Stands on 65 Years of Volunteerism 

In addition to data collections, visitors can browse hundreds of reference books in the GCHS lobby.  Volunteer Ethan Littler, a college student with an interest in politics, browses one of several  GCHS is donation-driven and sustained. Local author’s books are for sale in the lobby.  Director Liz Robbins (r) works to identify the photograph of a Hot Springs home. Volunteers often help identify, scan, and digitize donated photographs.  By Lana PierceSometime in

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Free Labor Day Fireworks Display Sept 1 

Labor Day fireworks will be synced with station 97.5FM US97.  The 2024 free public Labor Day Fireworks display over Lake Hamilton will be held on Sunday, September 1. In the event of rain, they will be rescheduled for Monday, September 2.  The fireworks start at 9 p.m. on the east side of Highway 7 across from the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel at the first Highway 7 bridge. They are free

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All South Muscle Competition 

Flex your might in the Natural State! The All South Muscle Competition hits the Hot Springs Convention Center, Saturday, September 14.   Calling all fitness fanatics and bodybuilding enthusiasts. Mark your calendars because the All South Muscle Competition is coming to Hot Springs, and it’s promising to be a day of sculpted physiques, fierce competition, and Southern hospitality.  This premier event will showcase the best of the best in the region,

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Arkansas Natives Rodger Bumpass and Joey Lauren Adams Headliners at Spa-Con 

Spa-Con guests Rodger Bumpass and Joey Lauren Adams — Photos Courtesy Visit Hot Springs  Arkansas natives Rodger Bumpass and Joey Lauren Adams will be among the headliners in attendance September 20 – 22 for Spa-Con Infinity – Version 8 – at the Hot Springs Convention Center.  Bumpass, a Spa-Con favorite, is the famous voice of Squidward on the “Spongebob Squarepants” TV hit, and North Little Rock native Adams is known

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Welcome Home, Dr. Annie Xu 

Dr. Annie Xu returns to Hot Springs to practice primary care medicine at Hot Springs Internal Medicine Clinic in downtown Hot Springs.  Dr. Ann Xu graduated magna cum laude from Rice University in Houston, Texas where she completed her undergraduate degrees in Political Science and Biochemistry. She subsequently earned her Doctor of Medicine degree with honors from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston.  She continued her medical training at her

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Yoga: Benefits of Dolphin Plank Pose 

Karen Watson Reeves demonstrates Dolphin Plank Pose. Photo by Fred Padilla.  By Karen Watson ReevesIn the waning days of the warmth of this calendar year, this gal tries to be outdoors as much as possible. And as always, I’m so grateful to live in a place with an abundance of natural beauty. Just a quick stroll (or stopping for some yoga) along the Promenade can boost one’s mood and energy

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

The FALL Tikes, Trikes, and Trails event is being moved to the Hot Springs Creek Greenway Trail. Participants will meet at Velocity Park, 325 Valley Street on Saturday, September 21, and the event will take place from 10:00 A.M. to Noon.   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.

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Coffee and a Smile 

Fine coffee and fun selfies are the order of the day at Go Foto Yourselfie and Espresso Yourselfie, two new businesses in historic downtown Hot Springs.  By Lana Pierce“Don’t just survive – thrive!”  It defines the vibe permeating the second floor of Spencer’s Corner. That’s where you’ll find simpatico businesses Go Foto Yourselfie and Espresso Yourselfie. The latter, downtown’s most recent coffee lounge, has emerged as an “it” place during

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Four Mile Güdrun Mountain Bike Festival Nov. 8-10 

Register now for the 6th Annual Güdrun – Northwoods Mountain Bike Festival.  Registration is now open for the Sixth Annual Güdrun – Northwoods Mountain Bike Festival, which will take place on the internationally acclaimed Northwoods Trail System in Hot Springs.  The newly expanded festival will run November 8-10 and will mark the sixth anniversary of the opening of the Northwoods Trail System in the lushly forested hills on the northern

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Master Gardeners: American Beautyberry 

Beautyberries have small, lavender-pink, lilac-like flowers in spring, followed by purple or white berries.  by Lin JohnsonThe most asked question at Garvan Woodland Gardens in the fall is, “What is that plant with the purple berries?” The answer is, of course, the American Beautyberry. It is a deciduous shrub noted for its brightly colored, tightly clustered berries that remain on the bush into winter. It is a fast-growing deciduous shrub. Growing

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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

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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