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Supporting Bees Has a Wide Impact 

April 3, 2026

Spring is a great time to take an interest in learning more about supporting native bees and honeybees in your area.   By Alison Crane The connection between bees and biodiversity and ecosystem health is a common theme among environmentalists. Bees pollinate about one-third of the world’s food crops. They indirectly aid in absorbing carbon dioxide by supporting the reproduction of plants and trees. Declining bee populations serve as a warning sign of broader

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Cameo Blue  

April 3, 2026

Fayetteville resident Carolyn Guinzio is this year’s recipient of Arkansas’s most lucrative and prestigious literary award, The Porter Prize, accompanied by $5,000. Guinzio is author of eight poetry collections (including, most recently, Cameo Blue), and her work has appeared in The New Yorker, Poetry, and The Nation. Guinzio was nominated by 2003 Porter Fund Literary Prize recipient and Little Rock resident Kevin Brockmeier.    The Porter Fund Literary Prize is presented annually to an Arkansas writer who has accomplished a substantial and

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Local Businesses Honored by Arkansas-Asia Business Council 

April 3, 2026

Beth Wild accepts AABC’s first runner-up business award from Longhua Xu (l) and Jayesh Ramnani (r). Courtesy: Arkansas-Asia Business Council  Hot Springs was the epicenter for Arkansas’s evolving international business landscape when the Arkansas Association of Asian Businesses announced its transition to the Arkansas-Asia Business Council (AABC) during its annual “East Meets West of Arkansas” Lunar New Year Luncheon at the DoubleTree Hotel.  “We announced this milestone here because this city has always

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2026 Arkansas Living Treasure Award goes to Fiddler, Tim Trawick 

April 3, 2026

Tim Trawick has been a staple in Central Arkansas for the fiddle community and has taught nationally recognized and award-winning fiddlers.  Trawick grew up playing music with his father, who won the Arkansas Old Time State Fiddle Championship in 1979. He is a third-generation Arkansas fiddle player and continued the craft by teaching his sons, along with hundreds of fiddle players statewide and regionally.  Beyond teaching, Trawick has performed fiddle statewide and

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AMP’D UP: Awareness Changes Everything 

April 3, 2026

Limb loss changed my body. Awareness changed my purpose.  By Rick Bontkowski The room is quiet except for the soft mechanical rhythm of a prosthetic foot meeting the floor. Step. Pause. Step again. For many amputees, that sound marks the beginning of a completely new life.  April is Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month, and for the past several years, I’ve used this space in The Springs Magazine to highlight remarkable people in the amputee

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Shop Local at The Velvet Attic Boutique 

April 3, 2026

Annie Smith and Melodi Cone, the girls of The Velvet Attic.  The Velvet Attic Boutique is owned by Annie Smith and Melodi Cone, two local entrepreneurs who have a shared love for unique, eclectic style, creativity, and community.  What began as an idea between friends has grown into a thoughtfully curated boutique offering distinctive pieces not commonly found elsewhere.  As a women-owned small business rooted in the heart of Hot Springs,

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✨ April’s Cosmic Green Light: A Month to Move and Manifest 

April 3, 2026

By Chana Prince April’s Cosmic Green Light: A Month to Move and Manifest  Greetings Fellow Travelers,   April brings powerful lunar energy, with a Full Moon on April 1 and a New Moon on April 17—guiding a cycle of release and fresh beginnings. Fueled by Aries drive and Taurus stability, this is one of the best months of the year for purposeful, productive action aligned with long-term goals.  A key theme is

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Cherry Blossom Festival Packed with Family Fun and Japanese Culture 

April 3, 2026

See the dramatic Soul of the Samurai sword performance led by Yoshi Amao.  The Arkansas Cherry Blossom Festival will return to the Hot Springs Convention Center on Saturday, April 4, offering a full day of free, family-friendly activities, cultural performances, traditional displays, and interactive experiences celebrating Japanese culture.  Hosted by the Hot Springs National Park Sister City Foundation, the festival celebrates the 30-plus-year sister city relationship between Hot Springs and Hanamaki,

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Tune In to Static  

April 3, 2026

By Lana Pierce On Ouachita Avenue, a new business broadcasts its opening, creating a hum of excitement among locals and drawing visitors in with a unique perspective that feels long overdue. Introducing Static, a raw, vibrant mix of underground art, community engagement, and rock ‘n’ roll spirit. Static isn’t just a shop, it’s a frequency. It’s the kind of place you wander into and lose track of time, where every piece has a past, and every corner

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Yoga: Benefits of High Crescent Lunge & Warrior 2, aka Balance  

April 3, 2026

Karen Watson Reeves says we should try this pose – because it’s FUN! It’s a combination of High Crescent Lunge and Warrior 2. —photo by Fred Padilla.  By Karen Watson Reeves Sometimes things don’t turn out as one plans. I am definitely a planner. I can go with Plan B, but I typically really like Plan A. Last fall, I planned the entire 12 months of articles/poses for The Springs Magazine for 2026, knowing which yoga poses I was going to do

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Stay Happy at The Happy Hollow 

April 3, 2026

Happy Hollow sticker adapted from a vintage 1960s postcard.  The Happy Hollow, a beautifully restored 1950s-era motor court in the heart of downtown Hot Springs, welcomes visitors looking for the perfect blend of comfort, nostalgia, and adventure.  Offering a unique alternative to modern hotels, this mid-century hotel provides 18 versatile rooms designed to accommodate family groups of all sizes.   Ideally located for travelers of all kinds, the property places guests exactly where

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Master Gardeners: Am Better Away from You 

April 3, 2026

It’s best to mind your peas and ques when it comes to planting. Some plants are best kept apart, lest they bicker, pout, or stunt each other’s grand botanical ambitions.  By Sharon DentChemistry is everything in relationships. True for humans and for plants. Often, indifference is the situation. But sometimes it is love at first sight, or there can be violent clashes too. Making decisions about the layout of a garden can be

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“Moku Playland”   Photo of Kate Zunick Courtesy of Hot Springs Sister City  Kate Zunick relaxes in one of the most beloved features of the Moku Playland exhibit — a giant wooden “hot springs” tub filled with hundreds of smooth wooden balls inspired by the bubbling thermal waters of Hot Springs.  Hidden somewhere among the

A One-of-a-Kind Wooden Play Experience Arrives in Downtown Hot Springs 

Moku Playland Pop-Up Opens June 1 with Interactive, Screen-Free Fun for Families  Families and visitors to downtown Hot Springs will have the opportunity to experience a unique style of hands-on play this summer as Moku Playland opens June 1 for a special month-long pop-up at 831 Central Avenue.  Open Thursday-Tuesday

World Championship Bathtub Races Set for June 6 

The Hot Springs Fire Department entry nears the finish line in the 2025 Running of the Tubs. — Courtesy Visit Hot Springs  The lineup is complete for the 2026 Stueart Pennington World Championship Running of the Tubs bathtub races through historic downtown Hot Springs. The race starts at 9 a.m. on Saturday,

Yoga: Two Months at The Yoga Place 

Where are we?” Missy Conry and Melissa Stevens  By Missy Conry & Melissa StevensCan you spot where we took this picture? Take a selfie in front of the same mural and text to 501-651-0545 for a free drop-in class! You can also text us for hints if you need a clue.  As we reflect