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When Life Gives You Lemons…Follow Emma 

July 25, 2025

Emma Carrigan, Lemonade entrepreneur.  By Lana Pierce As ‘80s kids (pre-Interwebs, little supervision), our attempt at Lemonade Stand capitalism was rudimentary: we hoped somebody had a marker, some posterboard, and enough sugar to make yellow Kool-Aid.  Fast-forward to 2025, where the entrepreneurial efforts of pre-teens exceed expectations. Eight-year-old Emma Carrigan already has a savvy navigation of social media and a real penchant for Southern Lemonade, and it’s garnered plenty of attention. 

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Back to School: Buses, Breaks, and Busy Lives 

July 25, 2025

By Lana Pierce Every August, our roads change. New teachers, old friends, first-day photos – and school buses. But along with the excitement comes traffic, distractions, and hurried drivers. In Hot Springs, where the tangle of one-way streets, tricky intersections, and pedestrian traffic weave a dangerous mix, it is a time of year when driver focus is paramount.  Here’s what Garland County drivers must remember this school year:  • Flashing

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

July 25, 2025

The FALL Tikes, Trikes, and Trails event will be held at Velocity Park, 325 Valley Street, on Saturday, September 27, from 10 AM 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 in the fun. All participants will receive a t-shirt, trail maps, and other free giveaway items (while supplies

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Ouachita Speaker Series Announces September Program 

July 25, 2025

Matuschka Lindo Briggs.  What do you know about how the Federal Reserve Board manages your money? There’s been so much in the news lately about how important the Fed is to the economy and ultimately affects all of us. The Ouachita Speaker Series has an exciting program in September that can enlighten the participants.  The Board welcomes Matuschka Lindo Briggs, Senior V.P. and Regional Executive with the Little Rock branch

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Black Ribbon Books to Host Unique Writing Experience 

July 25, 2025

Become part of a collaborative writing project. Photo courtesy of Bai Mros.  Black Ribbon Books is hosting a unique creative writing experience, beginning August 1 and ending October 31. Participants have the opportunity to co-create a novel with other local residents and visitors to Hot Springs. This Community Collaborative Creation Project is open to all ages. There is no charge to participate.   Simply come to Black Ribbon Books (BRB), 239

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AFOTA Rebranded to Mid-South Music Festival 

July 25, 2025

Save the date for the Mid-South Music Festival – Oct. 17-18.  Southwest Arkansas’s biggest festival will have a new name and a new look in 2025. Festival coordinators are rebranding the Arkadelphia Festival of the Arts (AFOTA) to Mid-South Music Festival (MSMF), taking center stage in downtown Arkadelphia on October 17-18, 2025.   Named the Arkansas Festival and Events Association’s 2021 Best New Festival or Event, event coordinators hosted their most

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Toothapalooza Returns to Mid-America with Free Family Admission and Dental Screenings 

July 25, 2025

Toothapalooza features interactive oral health activities throughout the museum.  Mid-America Science Museum (MASM) will host its annual Toothapalooza event on Saturday, August 9, from 10 AM to 4 PM. Sponsored by Delta Dental of Arkansas, the event is designed to promote dental health ahead of the new school year. Toothapalooza features free dental screenings for children 17 years of age and under from 10 AM to 2 PM, along with

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Kitten Yoga: Fundraiser for Guardian Angels 

July 25, 2025

Guardian Angels – Yoga Fundraiser Stop in for yoga, to rescue, to donate, or just to hug a kitty.   The Local Art Entity proudly presents Kitten Yoga, a fundraiser for Guardian Angels Cat Rescue & Adoption Shelter of Hot Springs, AR. All funds raised go directly to the cat shelter, and adoption services will be available at the event.  Certified Ashtanga and Restorative yoga instructor, Amanda Mitchell, will lead a

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Know Your “Why” 

July 25, 2025

By Peggy Lindsey Life’s routine is often mundane as we go through the motions. At times these activities no longer feel good to us . . . we can become disinterested, or even anxious and resentful of them. When this happens, start asking yourself, “Why am I doing this?” Dig deep as you ponder this question. Maybe you won’t have a good reason, or maybe you will discover what you are

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Volunteers Needed For the 34th Annual Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival 

July 25, 2025

Join the team of dedicated volunteers at this year’s Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival (HSDFF), October 10 -18. They have a variety of roles available across the festival, including: theater attendants, airport transportation drivers, selling concessions and merchandise, VIP Lounge attendants, box office sales, and more! The volunteers are on 4-hour shifts.  In addition to being a part of a world-class film festival and interacting with a community of film

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Master Gardeners: The Trials and Joys of Southern Magnolia 

July 25, 2025

The magnificent magnolia, with its large, shiny leaves and gorgeous, citrus-scented blossoms, can be found adorning many regions in the south.  By Sandy Morad When you think of the South, you think of the southern magnolia, that beautiful, stately, evergreen tree. The citrus scent of those magnificent blossoms fills the air in the spring. The trees are beautiful year-round with their big, shiny leaves. Kids love to climb them. Oh, joy!  The other side is

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Walking the Magnificent 110 Kilometer Camino de Santiago 

July 25, 2025

97-year-old Jesus welcomed Mary and Robert Zunick into Vilar de Donas, a 12th-century chapel. These are the original doors adorned with Romanesque Ironwork. Several tombs and headstones of the Knights of Santiago who guarded pilgrims on the walk are located inside the church. Photo courtesy of the Zunicks.  By Robert and Mary ZunickWe recently returned from one of the most meaningful experiences of our lives: walking the last 110 kilometers

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August brings a special kind of cheer to our quirky little town, as we celebrate two remarkable milestones: the City of Hot Springs’ 150th birthday and the 37th birthday of Gallery Walk. Together, they mark generations of creativity, community spirit, and the enduring belief that art belongs to everyone.  For 37 years, our artists,

Yoga: Finding Balance Through Dancer Pose  

Can you find this mural? Text us a selfie with it in the month of August and receive a free drop-in! 501-651-0545. Hint: Donuts on Park Avenue. Photo by Missy Conry & Melissa Stevens  By Missy Conry & Melissa StevensYoga is often described as the practice of finding balance—both on and off the

Save the Date: Gudrun Mountain Bike Festival   

Registration is now open for the Eighth Annual Gudrun Mountain Bike Festival on Hot Springs’ acclaimed Northwoods Trails. The mountain bike extravaganza annually attracts hundreds of bikers of all abilities to Northwoods, which has been voted the No. 1 trail system in Arkansas six times. There are events geared for professionals, novice

Vibrant Nightlife in The Spa City 

When the sun dips below the Ouachita Mountains, Hot Springs reveals a vibrant and surprisingly diverse nightlife scene waiting to be explored. From cozy dive bars and bustling craft breweries to cocktail lounges and venues pulsing with live music, there’s an after-dark adventure suited for every mood.  Whether you’re looking