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Hot Springs Doc Fest Launches New Year-Round Screening Series! 

Can’t wait till October to get your documentary film fix?! Look no further than the new screening series presented by the Hot Springs Film Festival (HSDFF)!  On Thursday, April 17 in downtown Hot Springs, HSDFF launches its new year-round series with a special screening of One to One: John & Yoko, a fascinating new portrait of John Lennon and Yoko Ono directed by Academy Award-winning director Kevin Macdonald.  The film brings to

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Arts Festival in Search of a Few Good Volunteers 

Join long-time community volunteer, Clyde Covington, who’s smiling presence has graced many local events.  The Hot Springs Area Cultural Alliance holds an annual spring arts festival, complete with studio tours, concerts, hands-on arts events for children, poetry, artisans’ fair, etc.   They are now planning for the 2025 Arts & The Park Festival, Art Venturous, to be held April 25-May 4, and are in search of enthusiastic volunteers for events that

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The Happy Hollow is a Vibrant, Art Deco Motor Court 

Stay at the Happy Hollow and take a free water bottle to taste the fresh spring water.   Located in the heart of Hot Springs, Arkansas, the Happy Hollow holds a rich historical legacy. Originally part of the famed McLeod’s Amusement Park, a bustling tourist destination from the late 19th to mid-20th centuries, the property has been home to numerous attractions including a photo studio, a shooting gallery, a zoo, and

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Join in Celebrating National Library Week with GC Library 

Take time to rediscover the offerings at your local library during National Library Week, April 6-12.  By Erin BaberWhat draws people to the library? Everything! From books and digital resources to job assistance and creative programming, libraries are essential to thriving communities.   First celebrated in 1958, National Library Week (NLW) is a national observance sponsored by the American Library Association and libraries of all types across the country each April.

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Stress: The Good, the Bad, and the Helpful 

When feeling stressed, take breaks to calm yourself and refocus.  By Alison CraneWould your perfect day be stress-free? Do you wish you could get rid of all the stressors in your life? Be careful what you wish for—what you get may be different from what you expect.   In 1936, Hans Selye, who coined the term “stress” as currently used, defined stress as the non-specific response of the body to any

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Churchill’s Fine Cigars Announces “The Den” Grand Opening 

Churchill’s Fine Cigars, known for its extensive selection of premium cigars from brands like Arturo Fuente, Padrón, and Cuban Stock, as well as a large selection of flavored cigars from Deadwood, South Beach, and Delicioso, is now offering an exclusive experience for its patrons.  “The Den,” a spacious 30’x40’ lounge, provides ample seating, two 90-inch screens, and a welcoming atmosphere for cigar and pipe enthusiasts alike.  The grand opening will

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Reserve Tickets Now for The Sleeping Beauty Ballet 

“The Sleeping Beauty’s” Lilac Fairy is performed by Emmakate Franz in the May production.  True love awakens with a kiss to triumph over evil in one of the most beloved story ballets of all time featuring a vibrant cast of characters, including the innocent Princess Aurora, her dashing Prince Florimund, the malevolent Carabosse, and many more. “The Sleeping Beauty” cast for this year’s production is of wonderful talent. Featuring guest

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Steve Campbell Electric Celebrates 12 Years of Service in Garland County 

Steve and Stevo of Steve Campbell Electric, Inc. Professional electrical service with a smile.   Steve Campbell Electric, Inc., marks its 12th year of serving Garland County and neighboring regions, celebrating a milestone of dedicated electrical service. Established in March 2013 by Hot Springs local Steve Campbell, the company has become synonymous with integrity and dependability.  Steve Campbell’s journey began after completing the electrical apprenticeship program at Hot Springs National Park

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Let’s Go to the Mall: An ‘80s Seek-and-Find 

By Erin WoodIf you’re a nostalgic ‘80s fan and love to go on the hunt Where’s-Waldo-for-adults style, you can’t miss Little Rock illustrator Sally Nixon’s latest, Let’s Go to the Mall: An ‘80s Seek-and-Find.    Featured at the 2024 Six Bridges Book Festival and published by the always-on-trend Chronicle Books, this retro twist on the seek-and-find book features 20 radical scenes of life in the 80s. Explore burger joints, video rental stores, and

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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

SIGNS: MARCH 2026 – Eclipse & Equinox: The Turning Point of March 2026 

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