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Ain’t Misbehavin’ Premieres at The Rep in Little Rock 

Tickets on sale now for the Arkansas Repertory Theatre’s production of the Fats Waller musical show, Ain’t Misbehavin’.   Tickets are now on sale for Ain’t Misbehavin’, The Fat Waller Musical Show, and the second production in The Rep’s 2026 Golden SummerStage season. The production will run June 16 – 28.   Performances will be held at 601 Main Street, Little Rock, on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays at 7:00 p.m.; Fridays at 8:00 p.m.; Saturdays at 2:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.; and Sundays at 3:00 p.m. Tickets

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Blissful Hot Springs: The Business of Creativity 

By Lana Pierce Of all the weddings I ever attended, the ceremony joining my longtime friend, Jeni Emerson, and her soulmate, Glenn Thornton, remains fixed in my memory as one of the most romantic—and unconventional.  Sixteen years ago, the pair took the stage of the old Malco Theatre. Below velvet curtains and dim spotlights, the proscenium framed Jeni and Glenn perfectly as they exchanged vows in a swirl of romantic music and the

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Natural Portraits for Pets with Personality 

Max is ready for his close-up shot.  Pawsome Pictures offers high-quality pet photography in Hot Springs and the surrounding areas. Photographer and owner, Peter Bean, is excited to capture lasting memories of your pet, no matter the species. All animals are welcome, whether they run, crawl, fly, gallop, or slither.   Specializing in dogs, cats, and exotic species such as reptiles, scorpions, and spiders, Pawsome Pictures strives to capture natural images in picturesque surroundings,

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Creek Hopping Hot Springs 

3 Part Series–Last Saturday of the Month | 10AM-Noon  Did you know that fish, amphibians, and reptiles tell us a lot about how healthy our water is? Some species are even considered Biological Indicators of healthy waterways.   This FREE three-part series will be held on the last Saturday of the month (May, June, and July) from 10:00 AM-12:00 PM, at the Train Trestle along the Hot Springs Creek Greenway Trail.  Come dip

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OBHAW, Scars & Stripes Partner to Serve Garland County Veterans 

Michelle Kveum, OBHAW Clinical Director, and Jared Eakin, Executive Director of Scars & Stripes.  Ouachita Behavioral Health & Wellness (OBHAW) and Scars & Stripes, Inc. have partnered to provide coordinated services for veterans in Garland County, combining clinical behavioral health care with case management, housing support, and benefits navigation.  Veterans can contact either organization directly to access services. Services through Scars & Stripes are provided at no cost.  Garland County is home to approximately 7,875 veterans, representing

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Master Gardeners: Poison Ivy 

Beware the Poison Ivy! Know your leaves.  By Sharon Dent  Have you noticed poison ivy more than normal this year? It seems diffused. Not big clumps but scattered all over.   If you come in contact with it, wash your hands and other affected areas within 15 minutes with dishwashing detergent. Do it again.   For good measure, wash your hands often with dishwashing detergent even when you are not aware of encountering poison ivy.

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You Are the Limit 

By Peggy Lindsey Our childhood years contained many lessons of DOs and DO NOTs, forming our minds and hearts of what was acceptable, what was possible, and even what would make us worthy of love. Conformity was taught at the very beginning. Rarely were children encouraged to acknowledge their own uniqueness . . . to be a sovereign individual within a family or community. And now, many years later, we are

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And The Winner Is…Taste of the Park 

Secret Handshake Chef Justin Ruttley, Mike Gallagher, Mitchell Taylor, and Eddie Padilla. – Submitted photo.  Nearly two dozen Hot Springs restaurants, grills, and businesses served their finest and most inspired dishes during the Greater Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce’s Taste of the Park on Thursday, May 17.  The food was remarkable, diverse, and of course delicious, from gourmet beef sliders and BBQ ribs to exquisite watermelon bites with feta and herbs,

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Preserving Hot Springs’ Swinging History 

Wallace Stone was named the Historic Preservation Champion by the Hot Springs Metro Partnership.   What makes a man buy an abandoned piece of property, close to the railroad tracks – a property that once housed an auto repair joint and machine welding shop, with the vision of creating an outrageously luxurious Airbnb, one that sleeps 42, an entire baseball team, and parents?  Wallace Stone had the audacity to believe he could transform

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Haiku Writing Group Updates Club Name 

HAPPY HAIKU MEMBERS INVITE YOU TO JOIN THEM.   Pictured at a recent meeting are a few members of The Haiku Society of Hot Springs.Back row: Robert Carter, Bill Sayles, Charles B. Hunt, and Howard Lee Kilby. Front row: Maxine Dickerson, Judy Corwin.  “Let’s hope Henry Martyn Robert (1837-1923) will not be rolling over in his grave. He originated the Robert’s Rules of Order. But if he is, I hope he will have

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Beat the Summer Heat with Cool Library Programs This June 

By Annie Gerber Get ready for a summer packed with books, fun, and unforgettable memories at the Garland County Library.   Our annual Summer Reading Program officially begins Saturday, May 30, with an exciting kickoff celebration full of games, hands-on activities, delicious treats, giveaways, and fun for the whole family. Come celebrate the start of an amazing summer with us at the library.  HOW THE SRP WORKS Step 1: Beginning May 30, pick

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HS Nat’l Park Celebrates Our 250th With Community Fun 

This Fourth of July, Hot Springs National Park is throwing a birthday party 250 years in the making!  Hosted in partnership with the Friends of Hot Springs National Park and America’s National Parks, the “Red, White & YOU” celebration starts at 9 AM with an All-American Parade down Bathhouse Row – a community-led march through history where YOU are the main attraction.  Dress as Uncle Sam, a Founding Father or

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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