“Holiday Cheer” Tree Decor by Shelley MacGibbon | The Mood Floral Co. We are so very thankful to Shelley MacGibbon of The Mood Floral Co., whose creativity and generosity bring such beauty to our holiday season. She designed a stunningly decorated tree that graces our December cover, and we appreciate that she graciously allowed us to photograph it. The ornaments and accents came from her eclectic shop, a place filled
By David Malcolm Rose Many years ago, I went up into the Ozark Mountains to have my fortune read. The seer sat in a chair facing me and scanned my aura by holding her hand up, palm outward, and moving it in a hypnotic circle in front of me. She punctuated nearly every statement by saying, “Don’t ya know.” It was not a question but an observation. She revealed that
Stop in and browse Churchill’s extensive selection of cigars. As the holiday season approaches, Hot Springs’ premier destination for premium hand-rolled cigars, Churchill’s Fine Cigars, is ready to help enthusiasts celebrate Christmas and ring in the New Year. After 19 years in business serving the community, the established purveyor of premium tobacco has moved and invites patrons to visit its impressive 300 square-foot walk-in humidor at its new location. Many
Edgar Cayce. In 1931, Edgar Cayce began delivering a series of readings that outlined practical steps for achieving genuine spiritual growth. A dedicated group of individuals collaborated with Cayce to study, apply, and reflect on these teachings. Their shared experiences and insights were eventually compiled into lessons and published as A Search for God (ASFG), Books I and II. The Hot Springs Search for God Study Group meets 5:30 –
Join the Oaklawn Rotary Club of Hot Springs for a festive evening of dazzling lights, joyful music, and community spirit at this year’s parade. The theme is ”Toy Trains & Candy Canes,” so expect to see creative floats inspired by classic holiday toys and sweet treats, and catch the Arkansas Diamonds Arena Football players sitting in as Grand Marshals. Mark your calendars for Monday, December 8, at 6:30 PM and bring the whole family to
Bonnie Maisen and Trae Warner star in “She Loves Me.” Photo: Katie Potts Directed by David Fleming and Adam Maisen, the Pocket Community Theatre production of She Loves Me will run December 5–7 and 12–14, featuring Friday and Saturday performances at 7:00 PM, and Saturday and Sunday matinees at 2:00 PM. Set in a 1930s European perfume shop, She Loves Me, the beloved Broadway musical that inspired You’ve Got Mail
Note where the Emergency Shut-Off button is located, where you regularly fill up. By Lana Pierce If, as a child, you ever scooted your feet across the floor and zapped your classmate with a tiny finger-sized lightning bolt, then you might remember that it didn’t work too well in summer. But in winter—when dry meets cold and a static charge is built up in seconds—you could shock anyone within reach. It
Senior Rams take the field behind Coach Chick Austin, Fall 1976. Photo provided by John Utley. By Lana Pierce Ever inquisitive, my 12-year-old son recently asked if I knew why Lakeside Football Field is named after “Chick Austin.” I’d never even noticed, but down the rabbit hole I went. A phenom on the football field and the basketball court, Chick was just built different. Playing both sports, he made his name
Ashley Campbell Carter received the Arts Ambassador Award at the 2025 Gala. The Hot Springs Area Cultural Alliance’s (HSACA) The Gala: Art Nouveau was a dazzling success, transforming the Arlington Hotel Crystal Ballroom into an elegant celebration of creativity, community, and style. Guests arrived in red-carpet fashion for a night filled with live music, immersive art, couture, and luxury inspired by the flowing beauty of the Art Nouveau era. One
Get ready for a hilarious and heartwarming night of laughter! You’ll laugh, you’ll be uplifted, and you’ll walk out filled with holiday cheer. Bring the whole family and celebrate the season with this festive performance at the Music Box Lounge, playing live December 12. Come ring in the Holidays with Jackson House and Music Box Lounge — you won’t want to miss it! Doors Open @6:00 PM. Show starts @7:00
By Lana Pierce “We didn’t even know about Ouachita Avenue!” The phrase is repeated by tourists and locals lately. Those who’ve been familiar with the stretch of Sidetown over the years often note, “It’s so … different!” Yes and no. Ouachita, the historic commercial corridor connecting Central Avenue to West Grand, reminds me of what downtown used to feel like: nostalgic, friendly, free of chain stores and chintz. But as new
Contact Lisa Arnold, RN-BSN, to set goals for a personalized plan. As December settles in and the holiday lights twinkle, the team at Glow Arkansas Aesthetics is taking a moment to reflect with gratitude. This year has been one of growth, transformation, and radiant confidence — and it’s all thanks to the loyal clients and friends who continue to support and believe in the Glow mission. “Every smile, every story,
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“Brady Roseberry” Featured at the Big Steam & Roots Music Festival Photography by Jay Hiatt FIRST – Check out the Gallery Walk $250 Gift Card Giveaway on Pg. 4! Hello, Hot Springs! As we lean into the autumn equinox, we’re celebrating with a burst of blues, hometown pride, and one seriously striking cover. This month features
By Jennifer Case By Erin Wood The Carework Project: Reckoning with Love, Labor, and the Living World is the third book by Conway resident and University of Central Arkansas creative writing professor Jennifer Case, released last month from Trinity University Press. Combining elements of memoir, collage, interview, research, and cultural reflection, The Carework Project probes what care
Can you find this mural in downtown Hot Springs? Text a selfie in front of it to receive a free drop-in at The Yoga Place for any class in September. 501-651-0545. Photo by Missy Conry. By Missy Conry & Melissa Stevens In yoga, balance is about more than simply standing on one
The transition into autumn signals the busy back-to-school shopping season. As autumn approaches, style is taking a richer turn, and The Velvet Attic Boutique is bringing the season’s changing look to downtown Hot Springs. Their curated autumn lineup mixes seasonal colors, balances rich textures and versatile layers, and features transition-ready
