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The Cowboy  October’s Issue Is Here—Packed with Local Flavor and Film Fest Highlights!  Our October issue is brimming with exciting events, creative energy, and community celebrations. We’re honored once again to feature the official 16-page Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival Guide, spotlighting the festival and its incredible lineup.  This month’s cover features an evocative photo from the American West taken by Tom Bergmann, cinematographer of the fascinating new documentary The

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Register Today for Women Build 2025 

Presented by Bank OZK, Garland County Habitat for Humanity’s Women Build will take place October 6-10, 2025.   Over the course of five days, 150 women will come together to build two homes for two deserving families in our community  From swinging a hammer to landscaping a yard to painting a room, this event encourages women of all skill levels to participate in building a Habitat for Humanity home. In addition

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HS/HSV Symphony Guild Presents Concert October 26 

Dr. Andrew Stadler  The HS/HSV Symphony Guild is pleased to present Arkansas Symphony Orchestra musicians Dr. Andrew Stadler (trumpet) and Ariya Tai (violin/piano) and their program Duo Nuovo – Echoes and Dialogues: Music in Conversation as part of its Classic Concert Series. The concert will be held on Sunday, October 26, at 3 PM at Presbyterian Kirk in the Pines, 275 Asturias Dr, Hot Springs Village.  Dr. Stadler is Adjunct Professor of

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Unmask Radiant Skin This Halloween with a Vampire Facial 

When it comes to skincare, few treatments sound as mysterious—or as effective—as the Vampire Facial. Behind the dramatic name is a cutting-edge treatment that uses your body’s own natural healing abilities to refresh, restore, and rejuvenate your skin.  What Is a Vampire Facial?  The Vampire Facial, also known as a PRP (platelet-rich plasma) facial, uses your own blood to restore and refresh your skin. A small amount of blood is

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Happy 30th Birthday, Garland County Library! 

The Garland County Library’s Bookmobile serving residents of Garland County. From the archives—anyone know where these legends landed?  By Erin Baber The Garland County Library will celebrate 30 years of service on Wednesday, October 15th. Not 30 years in operation — but 30 years since we opened our doors on Malvern Avenue. Come party with us from 11 AM to 1 PM and enjoy cake, door prizes, and other goodies!  A

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Prepare to Shriek!  Hot Springs 15th Annual Horror, Thriller, & Sci-Fi Film Fest 

Tickets are on sale now for the Hot Springs Horror Film Festival.  The 15th Annual Hot Springs International Horror, Thriller, and Sci-Fi Film Festival will take place November 14-16 at Vapors Live in Hot Springs National Park. This exciting event celebrates genre films with a lineup of thrilling screenings, celebrity appearances, seminars, a vendor’s area, and more.  Kicking off on Friday, November 14, the festival begins with a vampire-themed costume party

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Speed, Strategy, Stamina: Roller Derby Cruises into Spa City 

When it comes to Roller Derby, the Rock Town team is bringing it on!  By Lana Pierce We love a good show in Hot Springs, from races and pageants to stagecraft and parades. Add unfettered adrenaline to that spirit of showmanship and voila: Rock Town Roller Derby! It’s bringing a new fatale meets fierce competition, with a modern look to a very retro sport.  In September, the city hosted the 2025

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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